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With the new year comes a new executive and we thank Peter Dawson our past rock solid president for the great years and the year that was last year.

e also thank our past secretary Michael Martin and to his continued efforts in putting our great local magazine together every month.

John Leckie was inducted into our hall of Life Members. We are proud of John for his remarkable effort in serving our chamber and community.

Two new executives, Fiona Neumann from Skills Savvy and Brad Waldon Vantage Partners Chartered Accountants. We congratulate and warmly welcome our new and returning executives. The 2014 Dural Chamber office bearers are:President: Rod Cuevas Vice President: Judy Pope (Life Member) Secretary: Diana Paton Treasurer: Peter Colusso Liz Pellinkhof Paul PixtonJohn Leckie (Life member) Ian GatenbyFiona Neumann Brad Waldon

As new Chamber President I thank the members for asking me to serve, and I look forward to an exciting year, but ‘steady as she goes’.

MeetingsOn the back of 11 meetings and functions last year we have hit the ground running this month with the Chamber and Dural Rotary to co-host ‘The Dural Community Golf Classic Presentation Night’. To be held on Tuesday, 25th February at 6PM at Allure Restaurant. For details contact Vicky on 0423 727 826.

Best DResseD sHOP COMPetitiOnThe spirit of Christmas is alive and well in and around Dural businesses. Congratulations to Instyle Hair Design for winning the best Decorated Shop Competition and congratulations to the outstanding place getters Willow and St Vincent de Paul. Well done to L’Yvonne’s, Dural Poolsmart, Ivy Shoes and Century 21 Prime Property Dural for their great shows. A special thank you goes to our competition major sponsor the ‘Sydney’s Christmas Barn’.

If you want to contact me or one of the very hardworking members of the Chamber Executive you can email us at [email protected] and if you wish to write to the Editor or submit an article to Dooral Roundup the address is [email protected]

2014 Office BearersBy Rod Cuevas

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It’s February already and we have entered into the Chinese year of the wood horse.

pparently this is a most auspicious year, so say Chinese astrologers, bringing us out of a five year negative cycle. Everyone does seem to

be happier and more optimistic so I am expecting a spectacular year.Many of the small businesses in Dural & Round Corner and

surrounds close over the Christmas and New Year period, some of them not reopening until the end of January. For most of them it is the only chance to take a break and the mass migration out of the area for the summer holidays by many residents makes it the best time. I returned from leave on the 13th January and quite a few businesses were still closed and Round Corner was like a ghost town!

I was house sitting for a month so I did not escape out of Sydney until the 3rd January and headed to Byron via Dunbogan. My parents live there and it is on the Camden Haven River on the headland opposite North Haven. Dunbogan was spectacular and I saw the dolphins frolicking in the morning at the top of the river. Byron was its’ usual muggy, tourist haven but still pretty self, brimming with backpackers from all over the world.

Well and truly back at work now and trying to get some stock. Real Estate is booming and we now have a sellers market!

Year of the HorseBy Judy Pope

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PeRsOnAL stORAgeHills Self Storage has great solutions for Personal Storage requirements. No long term contracts on a variety of sizes allows you to only pay for the space you need and for as long as you need. Lock up spaces for rent ranging from 2sqm through to 27sqm are available in purpose built buildings designed to store your furniture and personal goods in a secure and clean environment.

BUsiness stORAgeWe are the business storage specialists and have some of the best facilities in Australia to cater for your needs. A variety of large and small storage units, shipping containers and yard space allows business to upsize and downsize as required or take on additional space as needed. Our service put’s us ahead of the rest with free fork lift services, shelving installation, dispatch handling services and SMS notification of deliveries.

Of particular note is our ability to assist with the unloading of shipping containers and pallets off trucks with our forklift. Our unique set up with nice wide circular driveways for trucks allows them to be unloaded or loaded right near your storage unit or loading dock.

Wine stORAgeAt Castle Hill we have the only Wine storage facility in Sydney’s North West. Our custom-built climate controlled cellar provides 24 hour security and 7 days a week access. Our Private Wine Lockers come in sizes that hold 8, 16 and 24 cases of wine. Using a combination of lockers allows you to take only the amount of storage space you need and makes it easy to upsize and downsize as required. A limited number of Wine Storage Rooms are also available for larger collections that allow space for shelving to be set up if required.

CARAVAn, BOAt & CAR stORAgeAt Hills Self Storage in Galston we have outside open parking and lock up internal storage areas designated for Boat Storage, Caravan Storage, Campervan Storage and Car Storage. Our entire property is surrounded by security fencing and most areas are under camera surveillance. Access is 7 days a week via PIN access security gate during our reception hours.

Conveniently located in Galston, Castle Hill and Kings Park Hills Self Storage solves all your space problems. For more information call 9659 1122 or www.hillsselfstorage.com.au

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A Real Winner!The recent Century21 Prime Property Dural’s car promotion was a real winner.

rincipal Gaye Wheatley said “we wanted to thank our clients for

entrusting the sale of their property with us, so we decided the put them in a draw to win a car which was drawn at our annual Customer Christmas party.

The ecstatic winner was Tracie Mitchell who sold her home with Century21 Dural. Tracie said she was still in shock from the win on the Monday after the draw and was delighted with the fabulous price she received for her home. To win the car was awesome!

Peter Dawson from Peter Dawson’s Solicitors did the honours and drew out the lucky winner. He engaged the crowd with an entertaining speech before drawing the car. He said everyone was a winner because they sold with Century21 Prime Property Dural.

“This promotion was so popular that we will do it bigger and better next year!” said Gaye.


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If you’re anywhere near Lorien Novalis School on a Tuesday night, you will hear some glorious singing.

t’s not a bunch of heavenly angels coming to take you up, it’s just ‘Stay Tuned’ - the community choir that started last year in Dural and already

boasts 40 members. The group meets every Tuesday under the direction of the amazing Suze

Pratten, who has just moved to the area after working for years at Coffs Harbour Conservatorium. Suze has taken a group of 40 people (who barely knew each other) and turned them into a singing powerhouse in less than a year. “I love this job, and this group of people - we have so much fun and make some great music every week as well” says Suze.

The highlight last year was performing Bohemian Rhapsody with over 100 other singers. New members are very welcome, especially men! The choir is open to anyone who loves singing, there’s no audition.“Just wanted to thank you for Sunday’s concert. It was fabulous! I also want to thank you for giving me the opportunity to sing in a choir. I had never thought of joining a choir until I read an article about your choirs, earlier this year. It inspired me and I am now part of Stay Tuned. I haven’t looked back. It gives me lots of joy. “ Ingrid (member of Stay Tuned)

The choir meets on Tuesday nights at Lorien Novalis School.

For more information please contact Stuart Davis 0403 869 405 or email [email protected]

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Kenthurst Galleries launches its 2014 exhibiting calendar with five new artists including Jane Wilson who is fascinated by figurative subject matter and faces in particular.

ane looks to expose hidden aspects or characteristics, the private and unknown qualities within each of

us.Her long standing respect and fear of birds may be seen as analogous to her relationships with people and it is with this in mind that she incorporates birds and humans in her paintings. Long established artist Geoff Harvey also presents a collection of pieces including landscapes, figures and sculptural pieces.

Art lovers have long been fascinated by his sculptures often

cut from metal and wood. He currently has an exhibition of dog sculptures showing at the Hawkesbury Regional Gallery. Julie Hutchings was recently hung in the Manning Art Prize and has been exhibiting for almost twenty years. Her fluid studies of the female form are energetic, whimsical and romantic. This is just a small selection of what is on offer for the next six weekends. Gallery hours are Saturday and Sunday 11-4 or by appt. Ph. 02 96542258 or Eddi Jennings M. 0407428301. Visitors to the gallery are welcome and admission is free. There is a reflecting pool and six exhibiting areas which all add up to one exciting art experience.

Kenthurst Galleries is at 39 Kenthurst Road Kenthurst 2156 www.kenthurstgalleries.com


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Come and have fun at King Equestrian Academy! King Equestrian Academy is a unique riding school run by Specialist coaches. Students are shown the value of good

horsemanship and given correct schooling from the beginning of their horse careers. King Equestrian Academy is the only riding School of its kind. We provide retired champion show horses

as mounts for our pupils and trainers that are competing at top level to mentor the students.

PH: 02 4579 8879 Mobile: 0425 8077 92

Prestigeful NominationLocal business, Blue Rock Marketing and Communications has been nominated for the 2014 Telstra Australian Business Awards.

restigious and coveted, the Awards program celebrates the country’s entrepreneurs and

innovators. It offers a unique chance for small to medium businesses to be recognised for their hard work, commitment and of course, success. For over 20 years Blue Rock has serviced a diverse range of clients across consumer, business to business and industrial categories. Principal Michael Martin is wholly responsible for meeting the clients’ communication needs and objectives and is supported by a highly talented team of skilled writers, artists and producers.

“Working with local businesses to sustain recent unfavourable trading conditions and to assist companies develop and grow in their market has been challenging but always fulfilling and fun. To be nominated for this award is an honour” said Michael. Blue Rock has a reputation for developing strategic communications that help build solid brands and grow business based on lasting relationships, innovative solutions and realistic costs.

For the past 8 years Blue Rock has published the Dooral Roundup and other local community magazines. http://www.bluerock.net.au

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Locating Locals now Out!Have you received your copy of Locating Locals, the Business Directory listing over 400 local businesses and over 200 local Schools, Clubs and Churches. Designed to make it easier to live, work, shop and play in the local area, the Directory also features on the Dural and Round Corner Chamber of Commerce website www.duralchamber.org.au Copies are available at your local newsagent or by contacting Michael on 0412 122 239.

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JAzz At tHe Pines Featuring new band Greg Poppleton and the Bakelite Broadcasters the next outing is 16 February between 12.30 and 4.00 pm in the grounds of Roughley House. Relax under the pine trees as you are entertained by this very talented group making their debut performance. Bookings on 9651 4411 or email [email protected]. Cost: adults $14, concession $12, family $25, payable at the gate.

sUPPORting LOCAL COMMUnity AnD sUstAinABLe VALUesCome and unwind in the relaxed and friendly festival atmosphere of the Lorien Novalis market day on March 8 from 10 am. Catch up with friends and family - enjoy Turkish coffee, chai and cakes at the Global Gypsy Cafe, or enjoy a delicious wholesome lunch at the Rainbow Café. Be mesmerized by unique live music and performances. Market is on rain or shine. http:/lorienmarkets.wordpress.com

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CWA neWsOur first meeting for 2014 will be held on 12th February at 10am. Due to popular demand, Janet Shearer will be demonstrating making cards using Paper Quilling. This is where

designs are created by shaping and gluing narrow strips of coloured papers to make three-dimensional pictures. This will be followed by a bring-a-plate lunch, and then our business meeting. We meet at the Galston Community and Health Centre. Visitors are very welcome to attend. For more details contact Janet Ph: 9653 2402 or Val Ph: 9653 17.

gALstOn VieW CLUB The February Luncheon Meeting is at Dural Country Club, Dural, commencing at 11.am on 26th February , with guest speaker Lee Donnes. Visitors are welcome. For

inquiries contact Vivien Ph: 98941189.

DURAL gALstOn PROBUs CLUB The next meeting is at 10am February 20th, at The Galston Club. Probus is a mixed club for retired or semi-retired people who enjoy friendship, good speakers, the occasional outing or holiday. Visitors

welcome. Come along or contact Anne on 9653 1004.

Meetings, Clubs & Congrats

DOORAL HAPPENINGS

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LOCAL LEGEND

Tiffany’s Top Marks Leading an outstanding set of HSC results was Dux of the School and 2013 School Captain, Tiffany Wu with an ATAR of 99.85.

iffany started at Hills Grammar in Year 2 and attributes her success to the support and friendship surrounding her. “I’ve accumulated so many

priceless memories and really enjoyed all my years at Hills. I’m extremely proud to have been School Captain but also I feel so blessed to have the most amazing people around me – my family, friends and teachers.”

Tiffany managed to fulfil her leadership role, take part in a myriad of co-curricular activities and achieve this outstanding result. “I think I was able to balance it all because I truly loved everything that I did; my role as School Captain, all my subjects and the co-curricular activities. From that joy came the unlimited motivation to work hard.”

Tiffany received scholarship offers from UNSW, UWS and the University of Sydney. “I was also offered a position in the Co-op Program from the Business School at UNSW but instead, I’ve decided to accept a USBS Scholarship with Distinction for All Round Excellence.”Her current plans are to study Commerce/Law at the University of Sydney.

Yixuan Ni shared with Tiffany, the distinction of appearing in the All Round Merit list for achieving 90% or more on 10 units of study. Christopher May and Gurpal Girn were Top Achievers with 4th and 8th placings in Information Technology and Jack Andrew-Kabilafkas was nominated for Music Encore. .

Katharine Farrell’s stunning horse sculpture was chosen for HSC Artexpress.

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Dux of Hills Grammar, 2013 TiffanyWu with Principal Robert Phipps.

The media has been dominated over the summer months by numerous stories of violence on our streets.

he O’Farrell Government stepped up and has implemented measures which, we all hope, will

reduce the level of violence in our great city.However, one of the things that has irked me about

the measures introduced has been the cries from people complaining about how these measures, which include a 1:30am lockout and 3am last drinks, infringes on their right to have a good time.

Putting aside the question of why these people NEED alcohol to have a good time, these people claim that consuming alcohol is a right, and that any infringement on that is somehow a crime of epic proportions.

While I don’t often quote from the American Revolution given my Monarchist allegiances, one of the things the founding fathers of the United States did get right is their definition of what exactly is a right.

We, as human beings, have the inalienable right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

It strikes me as odd that those who cry foul of how alcohol bans are an infringement on their right to happiness make no mention of how we have had two young men from Sydney’s North West, having barely begun their lives, stripped of their right to life.

So if not being able to consume alcohol at King’s Cross at 3am causes inconvenience for you, I take comfort in the knowledge that our next generation will live to see the next day as a result of your discomfort!

Business waste takes many forms and can occur across every part of a business.

aste is usually considered as unwanted or useless materials, but wastage in business can also be seen

in inefficiencies in processes or practices.

Waste, in whatever form it appears, unless managed well, can erode business profits, negatively affect productivity and efficiency, and detract from business sustainability.

Simple workplace practices that address inefficiencies and wastage revolve around:> reducing waste> the reuse of materials> recycling.

These three practices are easy to implement and go a long way to reducing costs and the need for storage, whilst boosting productivity and efficiencies.

Regular monitoring of processes and practices and preventive maintenance can ensure waste is avoided before it occurs.

www.nswbusinesschamber.com.au

Unnecessary ViolenceBy David Elliott

Minimising wastage in your Business By Stephen Cartwright,

CEO NSW Business Chamber

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The value added to the Australian economy by Sydney Hills businesses has risen by $500 million in the last 12 months according to economic modelling figures released by Compelling Economics.

ocal businesses added an estimated $7.6 billion to the Australian economy in 2013, up on the $7.1 billion

added in 2012. The data released also underlines the growing status of Norwest Business Park as the capital of professional, technical and scientific services in Sydney’s West.

This data tells us that we employ more lawyers, accountants, architects, engineers, researchers, IT

professionals and advertising agents than any other western Sydney employment centre and shows that big and small businesses are increasingly seeing

the value of setting up shop in Norwest. It also shows the enormous contribution our businesses make to the Australian economy, adding $7.6 billion worth of value in 2013. That’s a big jump on the $7.1 billion worth of value added in 2012.”

Our Economic Development and Marketing Team will continue to work with local businesses and business groups to help the Sydney Hills economy grow.

Sustained GrowthBy Michelle Byrne, Mayor Hills Shire Council

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Visit the NEW home of The Hills Shire Council at 3 Columbia Court, Baulkham Hills (next door to Crowne Plaza).

More inforMation www.thehills.nsw.gov.au 9843 0555

We HaVe MoVeD

Hornsby Shire Council supports the Independent Review Panel’s opinion that local government has been bogged down in lengthy and emotional discussions about amalgamations for far too long.

t Hornsby Council we want to move the debate on to the real issues that stymie local government,

The Panel has presented many options that require us to seriously look at the way local government operates now and be prepared to make changes so we can be viable in the future.The Panel’s Report contains lots of good recommendations that we need to think about and discuss rationally with our residents and ratepayers.

At the same time I welcome the comments by the Mayor of The Hills Shire about amalgamations and look forward to genuine negotiations with our neighbours over the next few months. But we have to remember that Council amalgamations are only one part of the total report and it seems that people are only looking at one piece of the jigsaw”.

Councils have until 7 March to respond to Reports.

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Mayor Welcomes Year of the Horse with Hills Lunar Festival.

ills Shire Mayor Dr Michelle Byrne has welcomed the Year of the Horse with the first ever Hills Lunar Festival

held at Don Moore Reserve, North Rocks on Saturday. More than 2000 residents and visitors attended the

event and Mayor Byrne said it was a great reflection of our multicultural society.

“It was fantastic to see so many residents and visitors of different cultural backgrounds celebrating this wonderful event that is particularly special to our Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and South Asian communities,” Mayor Byrne said. “This is an event the community can build on in the future. When people come to Australia they do so for a better life. But becoming Australian doesn’t mean you’re expected to forget the traditions of your homeland or ancestors. We want to celebrate those traditions and that’s what we did on Saturday night.”

“Once again I’d like to wish everyone a very happy and prosperous Year of the Horse.”

One punch assault laws pass Parliament.

mandatory minimum eight year jail sentence for so-called one punch assaults will be in force from this

month after Parliament recently passed new laws to combat drug and alcohol-fuelled violence.

Parliament has also passed legislation to establish the new Sydney CBD Entertainment Precinct which will be subject to 1.30am lockouts, 3am last drinks and other special licence conditions.

Other elements of the NSW Government’s package passed include:> New state-wide 10pm closing time for all liquor outlets;> Increasing the maximum sentence to 25 years for the illegal supply and possession of steroids;> Increased fines including for offensive language, offensive behaviour and continued drunk and disorderly behaviour;> New Police powers to conduct drug and alcohol testing;> Extending the existing liquor licence freezes which apply in the Kings Cross and Oxford Street / Darlinghurst precincts across the new Sydney CBD Entertainment Precinct;> Removing voluntary intoxication as a mitigating factor in sentencing; and> Paving the way for the introduction of annual liquor licence fee for all licensed premises in NSW.

The NSW Government has heard the community’s call for action. We are committed to addressing the continued drug and alcohol-fuelled attacks and the increase in violence used in these attacks.

Year of the Horse Parliament’s new tough LawsBy Matt Kean – Member for Hornsby

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Households and businesses can now look forward to a further easing in power costs from this July, as the NSW Government’s reforms to the energy sector take hold.

he NSW Government has reined in power prices through network reform, achieving significant

efficiencies which have brought the three network businesses under a joint board and CEO. After experiencing power price increases of more than 60 per cent over five years under the previous government, it is expected that 1 July 2014 will be the first time since the turn of the century that households will experience two successive annual reductions in power costs.

Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy and Essential Energy have submitted prudent investment proposals that will keep their networks safe and reliable, while keeping their share of customer electricity bill increases to CPI or below. The proposals lock in the gains that were made last year over the full five-year regulation period, keeping electricity bill rises below CPI. Since the electricity network accounts for about half of household electricity bills, the submissions will have a major downward impact on the electricity bills of households and business.

Under the previous government, electricity prices rose by more than 60 per cent over five years, including by almost 20 per cent in 2009-10.

If Federal Labor would allow Tony Abbott to abolish the carbon tax, price relief for NSW households in 2014-15 would be around 10 per cent.

The Local Sporting Champions program is designed to support young people participating in state, national and international level sporting championships as an athlete, coach or official.

hese grants help local teams and aspiring young athletes to realise their goals. It is a way of supporting the next

generation of Australian sporting champions. Applications can be made through the Australian Sports Commission at http://www.ausport.gov.au/participating/schools_and_juniors/local_sporting_champions. Grants of $500 per individual or $3,000 per team are available to help meet costs such as travel, equipment, uniforms and accommodation.

In order to be eligible to receive a Local Sporting Champions grant applicants must:> be aged 12 to 18 years (inclusive);> be required to travel a return distance of 250 kilometres or more;> be an Australian citizen; and> be participating in an official national sporting organisation (NSO) endorsed state or national sporting competition, or national school sporting competition.> complete and submit application to the ASC prior to the nominated championship.

The Local Sporting Champions grants will help families in alleviating some of the costs associated with elite levels of sport.

Local Sporting Champions With Alex Hawke - Member for Mitchell

Electricity Bill Relief With Ray Williams

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Post to PO Box 2 Round Corner Dural 2158 or drop into Suite 2, 18 Kenthurst Rd DuralFor more information Contact Rod Cuevas on 9651 3473.

Join today and receive 10% discount off membership fee of $150

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In the lead up to Christmas your Chamber promoted a competition for the local store with the best Christmas decorations.

ponsored by Sydney’s Christmas Barn the competition generated lots of interest and eye catching displays to

bring a touch of Christmas to the area. Although the judges were face with difficulties choosing a winner due to a number of outstanding displays, the best Christmas Display 2013 was won by Instyle Hair.

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The 2013 Chamber Christmas Party was held at the Bel Fiore Wood Fired Pizza in Round Corner.

ike previous parties it was a “knees up” as a large party of members and friends relaxed after a hectic business

year. The atmosphere was relaxed and jovial, and it was also an opportunity to catch up with past members and business owners who have retired or moved onto to other interests.

During the evening President Peter Dawson officially welcomed John Leckie as a life member to the Chamber.

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Community organisations can apply for a grant from Council to help them create a better quality of life in the Sydney Hills.

ills Shire Mayor Dr Michelle Byrne said the grants program supported specialist community

organisations achieve their goal. “We’ve got some wonderful organisations, events and

charities in the Sydney Hills. We want to support them just as they support the community,” Mayor Byrne said. Grants are being offered for projects that are running between July 2014 and June 2015. Grants range in value depending on the category. They include:> General grants (cultural, sports and recreation) $530 - $5280> Volunteer Development grants (to assist in the recruitment, training and support of volunteers) $530 - $5280> Community Facility Support grants (for financial contributions towards improvements for Council facilities) - $530 - $5280> Community Events grants (for local organisations to create, grow or enhance an event being held in the Sydney Hills) $15,000

Applications for grants close at 5pm on Friday February 28. Applications will only be accepted online at www.thehills.nsw.gov.au/Grants-and-Donations.html

Are you a horse owner who is passionate about environmental management?

ornsby Council in conjunction with Local Land Services Greater Sydney and The Hills Shire Council is presenting a

workshop by acclaimed author and expert in the management of small properties with horses, Jane Myers, MSc (equine).

Jane is the author of Managing Horses on Small Properties, Horse Safe and is co-author of Horse Sense. She has been managing horses for more than 30 years. This workshop, specifically for horse owners, includes information on manure, water, pasture and vegetation management. “Caring for your horse property is equally as important as caring for your horse,” said Jane Myers.

The workshop aims to educate horse property owners about the value of sound property management practices, not only in terms of horse care, horse health, financial

benefits and aesthetic improvements to their property, but just as importantly environmental benefits, including effects on water catchment, weed control and erosion.

For more information visit hornsby.nsw.gov.au/environment.

COUNCIL UPDATE

Community Grants Program Open

Sustainable Horse Management Workshop

banking

APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR THE POSITION OFBRANCH MANAGERLOCATION: Galston NSW

Galston Financial Services Limited operates the Galston Community Bank® branch of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited. The branch partners with Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited to:

Provide a banking service to the local community: Make significant contributions to the local community; and Provide a return to the shareholders.

The Branch Manager works with the directors, staff, Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Limited and partners with the local community to:

Identify and help customers reach their goals by offering relevant banking solutions; Manage performance of the branch by ensuring that clear targets and

standards are set and monitored; Work with the branch team and contribute to creating a rewarding work

environment; Ensure branch staff have the resources, products, skills and motivation to

grow the business; and Maintain and develop relationships with existing and new business customers.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate success within the banking industry, have proven communication skills, enjoy working with the community and be willing to be flexible regarding working hours as the position involves working outside normal business hours for attendance at board meetings and community events.

Applications should be addressed to:The Chairman,Galston Financial Services Limited348 Galston Road Galston NSW 2159

Applications close on 28th February 2014

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The Dural and Round Corner Chamber of Commerce started the New Year with the AGM and election of Office Bearers.

he Chamber represents the local community working together to promote, support business and assist in the

development of Dural and surrounding suburbs and aims to promote and protect the interests of the local businesses, community organisations and residents of the Dural District. This is achieved by:> Identifying the concerns of its members and planning appropriate action.

> Providing representation to all levels of Government authorities.> Providing professional development and networking opportunities through monthly meetings.> Supporting community projects through alignment with Service Clubs.> Profiling local businesses, community organisations and individuals in the Dooral Roundup and maintenance of a business and community website.

At the AGM the following were elected as Office Bearers for 2014:

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President Rod Cuevas

An Architect celebrating 30 years’ experience. Offices in

Round Corner.

executive Brad Walton

Chartered Accountant and Tax Adviser advising small

businesses and families.

executive Paul Pixton

Owner of Dural insurance Services - Local owner local

knowledge.

Vice President Judy Pope

Editor of the Dooral Roundup. Area Manager, Sales Richardson & Wrench Dural.

executive ian gatenby

CEO of Stratos Consulting P/L, providing strategy and business

development advice.

executive John Leckie

Consultant. Past owner of Dural McDonalds.

secretary Diane Paton

Owner Adelphi Design and Print, providing high quality printing.

executive Liz Pellinkhof

Director of Community Relations and Marketing at The Hills Grammar School.

treasurer Peter Colusso

Principal L J Hooker Dural. Platinum Life Member

Captains Club.

executive Fiona neumann Skills Savvy – HR &

Recruitment specialist.

nO FeAR HeReThere are always mixed emotions on the first day of school for both parents and kindergarten children; parents seeing their little ones so grown up in uniform and the children meeting new friends.

Kindy’s first day at Hills Grammar is a little different as over half the intake have attended the Early Childhood Education Centre for the previous one or two years and all

children participated in a five week transition program at the end of last year. Mel Mihno, Head of Early Childhood explains, “The transition program gives them the opportunity to meet their teachers and friends which makes them feel safe and secure when starting school.

Parents attend seminars on pertinent topics to help prepare their child for school.”

SCHOOL NEWS


Kindy twins Oscar and Archie Von Bergen, Ella and Chase Appleroth and Benjamin and Lachlan Jones.

The next generation of Hills Grammarians with their past-student parents.

OUt WitH tHe OLD, in WitH tHe neWTimes are changing at Middle Dural Public School. In 2014 new kindies, new school captains and new P & C office bearers were welcomed , and also a new principal, with the retirement this year of Mr Gary Barnes. The end of 2013 was punctuated by a number of fun events, including a farewell pizza night for the graduating Year 6 students, a disco and, of course, presentation night. Presentation night was a bittersweet occasion for families whose youngest children have now completed primary school. We said goodbye to

outgoing school captains Vanessa and Julian, and welcomed newly elected captains Caleb and Madeleine. Special mention must be made of the dux of the school, Ewan, who thoroughly deserves his place in Galston High School’s Gifted and Talented Program this year.

There has also been some reshuffling in the P & C, with Gemma Silvia taking up the reins as President and we are all looking forward to working under her leadership this year.

CReAM OF tHe CROPOakhill College held a Dedication Day Mass recently to recognise the outstanding HSC results of its former year 12 students. Former students returned to the Castle Hill for the event. The top achieving student, Mark Moussad, received an ATAR of 99.50. He was closely followed by Dominic Lukaszewicz with an ATAR of 99.25 and Daniel Kwarcinski with an ATAR of 99.10. Ten students received an ATAR greater than 97 and 18 were above 95. Other significant student results: John Fitzpatrick placed second in Italian continuers and Sabrina Delgado received a placing in earth and environmental science.

Both Mark and John were listed on the distinguished achievers list, having received Band 6 results in all of their subjects.


The largest, snowiest nation on Earth now has a winter playground to rival the Alps.

hile the city of Sochi is a landscape of green rolling hills, the Caucasus mountains are a terrain of

majestic alpine spires and magnificent birch forests. As many as 35 new ski lifts have been built in the ski resorts dotted around Krasnaya Polyana, all of them swift and modern and often audacious in the way they head directly up near-vertical slopes. Amid this landscape, about halfway up the mountain at Rosa Khutor, styled like a 19th century German spa town, is the athletes’ village directly adjacent to Extreme Park, where snowboarding and freestyle skiing events will be conducted. No such facility has ever been constructed in such a grand setting. Many of the courses funnel down into one huge amphitheatre for spectators - a design feature which should make for a fantastic atmosphere.

Australian moguls skier Taylah O’Neill was so taken with the athletes’ village that she described it as like a scene out of The Wizard of Oz.

“It kind of reminded me of the yellow brick road because you just kept following the road up and up and it kept taking you to more places.”

It’s incredibly beautiful. To stand there on a windless blue Russian winter day is to stand in one of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth.

On a warm summers day there is nothing more refreshing than a cold beer. In Australian we are blessed with a large variety of mass produced and boutique lagers and ales.

ne lager that does it for me and is readily available is Sapporo Premium Beer: a perfectly balanced golden

lager brewed with the Japanese attention to detail. The slow cool fermentation balances delicate hops and esters with a full malt character. The authentic brewing techniques and quality ingredients used have produced a crisp and refreshing lager beer.

1876 was the year the town of Sapporo, then a just a small frontier settlement in northern Japan, became home to what is now Japan’s oldest brewery. Located in the shadows of rugged snow capped Sapporo mountains, it was here that legendary Japanese brewer, Seibei Nakagawa, considered by many to be the pioneer of European style brewing in Japan, found what he considered to be the purest ingredients for the crafting of his signature brew.

Today the Nakagawa legacy lives on, with beer lovers around the world enjoying the authentically crafted brew he created over 130 years ago.

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These ribs are great because you can do all the preparation ahead of time and finished them off on the barbecue when the guests arrive.

ingReDients (serves 10)2 - 2 1/2 kg pork spare ribs, cut into serving size pieces125g butter1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon crushed garlic1/2 cup distilled white vinegar1 cup water1 cup tomato sauce1 cup barbecue saucejuice of 1 lemonsalt and pepper to taste

MetHOD1. Place ribs in large roasting pan, cover with salted water and bring to a boil, then simmer for 1 hour. Remove and drain.2. Melt butter in a saucepan and cook the onion and garlic.3. In a blender, combine vinegar, water, sauces and lemon juice. Pour in the melted butter mixture and purée for 1 minute.4. Pour into the saucepan, and season. Bring to a boil then remove from heat.5. Place the cooked ribs in a roasting pan and mix with the sauce. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.6. Preheat barbecue for medium-high heat, and oil hotplate. Cook ribs for 10 to 20 minutes or until well browned, basting with sauce and turning frequently.

If you like your spare ribs spicy, add Tabasco sauce or chilli flakes to taste.

Physical inactivity is a reality that busy working professionals face every day.

hat can you do to increase your physical activity during the work day? Start with walking! Below are

4 tips on how to stay fit at work.1. Walk the block. Whether you’re grabbing a cup of

coffee or taking a walk during lunch, physical activity loosens up your body and helps our minds think clearer, making it easier for us to come up with creative solutions. Even small bouts of physical activity can help you reach the recommended goal of 150 minutes of physical activity a week.

2. Stretch at your desk. Try shrugging your shoulders, do neck rolls by looking down and rolling your head in a circular motion to the left then right, and loosen hands with air circles

3. Have a walking meeting. If you are meeting with 2 or 3 people, make the meeting a walking meeting and go for a stroll while you chat.

4. Stand up during calls. If you’re on the phone a lot during the day, try standing or walking while talking.

Commit to increase daily physical activity over 4 weeks. Activities can range from walking, cycling, running or swimming.

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Little Orphan Annie is hitting the Riverside Theatre stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals.

ith equal measures of pluck and positivity, Annie charms everyone’s hearts, despite a next-to-nothing

start in 1930’s New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who abandoned her on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage, run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan, played by Amanda Muggleton (Prisoner, Hello Dolly, Shirley Valentine).

Annie escapes to the wondrous and magical world of NYC where she meets billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Musical theatre star Rodney Dobson (Wicked, Miss Saigon, The Full Monty) will be playing the charismatic and sophisticated New York ‘zillionaire’ Oliver ‘Daddy’ Warbucks. Song and dance man, Christopher Horsey (Hot Shoe Shuffle, Bootmen, Singin’ in The Rain) will play the charismatic conman Rooster, in an exclusive engagement only at Riverside.

Boasting a classic Broadway score with hit song after hit song including Tomorrow, ANNIE is a spectacular production that will delight audiences of all ages.

Performances including matinees, staged until 22 February. For more information Ph: 8839 3399.

After the dizzy euphoria was Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band’s tour of Australia last year, you would think the marathon music man might match yet not excel that triumph on his return.

he Boss and his band mates, however, clearly do not care for benchmarks. The bar does not exist in the

world of the master song craftsman and his supremely intuitive players. Every concert, they transcend what has gone before and take the audience to the stars and beyond.

Opening his second tour of Australia in under a year in Perth, a city which has never been graced by his presence, would appear a very smart move on behalf of a man who surely has played every gig possible on the planet. But it wasn’t just Western Australians who rocked out to the Boss; the crowd was generously peppered by those who had travelled west to see him open his Australian tour.

Although his latest record was well represented, Springsteen drew extensively from his back catalogue, with songs like Dancing in the Dark, Born to Run, and Hungry Heart, which included a mind blowing crowd surf by the 64 year old rocker.

Beg or borrow a ticket to see Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band in Australia this month. You really will regret it if you don’t.

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Start planning today.

etirement isn’t what it used to be. Australians are living longer, healthier and more active lives in

retirement. For many people, their big concerns are whether

they’ll be able to maintain their lifestyle, and if they’ll have enough money. But before you can answer those questions you’ll need to understand what retirement may look like for you.> What type of lifestyle do you want in retirement?> How will you spend your time? How will your partner spend theirs?> Are there any ‘must haves’ on your dream list?> When you’re not working do you expect your living costs to go up or down?> Have you estimated how much you’ll need a week to live on?> Be honest with your finances. Take a good look - will you have enough?> Are there things you can be doing today that will boost your retirement savings?> How will you manage your transition to retirement?

The sooner you start planning the better chance you have of getting the retirement lifestyle you want.

Traditionally the market slows over the holiday period however this year buyer enquiry mirrored the demand with strong enquiry.

he shortage listings in both residential and acreage sector is also providing greater level of competition

in the market. Sellers looking to sell in 2014 have a golden opportunity to achieve their goals with the strong buyer demand. Residential homes in the Hills District are achieving record prices in the recent months with 2013 outpacing previous years. The flow on effect to Dural and the surrounding suburbs of Galston, Glenorie, Kenthurst and beyond is strong. Many of the sellers in the adjoining suburbs are moving up with in their area with others moving onto acreage. Recent sales reflect the confidence in the market.

The booming Hills District in general provides a great source of movement with many stepping up the ladder to larger homes and land. The Hills Shire has been progressively opening up may types of land living choices from smaller residential building blocks to rural cluster subdivision which allows lots from one to two and half acres. Century21 Prime Property Dural have vast knowledge in this area and happy to help anyone requiring assistance in this area.

In summary the news is great whether you have a residential home or a rural lifestyle property to sell. The buyer demand is strong and supports placing your property on today’s market.

If you would like an update on your home please call Century21 Dural on 9651 5522 – we offer a no obligation appraisal.

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Fencing is featured to create privacy and ensure our property is contained from the outside.

ome fencing is implemented to be soundproof, especially if you live on a busy street. While the materials for fencing

may vary, the design remains the same; to keep intruders out.Aside from stone, wooden fencing is the most popular

and the longest used material for privacy. Wooden fencing is the most popular and the longest used material for privacy. Wood is the simplest material to construct with and is the most convenient material to custom design height, angles and add decorative purposes.

Brushwood fences are a great product to use as it adds a natural look and is neutral in colouring. They are termite resistant and can last up to 30 years or more.

Timber picket fences can be made as intricate or as simple as you require so don’t be too quick to surpass the option.

Merbau is new fencing and decking material and is particularly suitable for privacy screens as it is very versatile and compliments a variety of different infrastructure materials.

Although more expensive and labour intensive; stone, brick and concrete fencing also offer their advantages. These materials are the most aesthetically appealing options and add great value to your home and overall property. They are also much more efficient in blocking out noise and more durable from weather damage then that of wooden fences.

So if you are renovating or designing a new home, first discuss your budget, decide what materials and colourings your overall property is going to entail and finally, determine the overall purpose your fencing is to serve.

The tiling industry is growing and with more and more exciting products appearing on the market, there is often too much choice and not enough guidance to help you make the right tile selection.

t World of Tiles, we understand this. The task of building or renovating your home can be daunting.

That is why at World of Tiles we are constantly working to make the selection process an easier and more guided one, so that you feel your design decisions can stand the test of time. At World of Tiles we are constantly exploring new design possibilities, and with designers on hand in the showroom we confidently develop new tiling concepts and combinations to share with clients.

If you need help putting together a colour concept for your bathroom, or indeed a whole house scheme, come into our showroom. Countless display boards document colour and style combinations including a wall, floor and feature tiles. You can make a selection off these boards with ease and confidence. Or, simply use these boards as a starting point for inspiration and form your own tiling concept with the help of one of our designers.

For a huge range of tiles for all purposes, visit World of Tiles - Unit C, 2 Packard Ave Castle Hill NSW 2154. Or phone 02 9894 6765 to make an appointment with one of our designers.

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Many people moan over having to maintain and keep their pool clean but with the right gear and a little regular effort it doesn’t need to take hours.

good base will always make the building solid and the same goes for your pool. Having the right

equipment is the most important first step. Checking all the filtration gear at the end of winter

to make sure that it is in good working order will make your job over summer much easier. Get leaking pumps fixed as soon as you notice to make sure a bigger problem, such as failed bearings do not occur. Filters should have a chemical clean at least every couple of years to make sure that they are in good working order. Salt chlorinators, even self cleaning ones, need to be cleaned manually on a regular basis. Standard chlorinators must be cleaned a minimum of every six weeks and self cleaners at least once per year. Make sure that the system is running the correct amount of time to filter and chlorinate the water. Minimum six hours in winter and depending on your chlorinator anywhere up to 10 or more hours per day during hot summer spells.

The second major item to check regularly is the chemical balance of your pool water as an improperly balanced pool can make the task of keeping them clear almost impossible. Most pool shops offer a free water testing service and recommend that the water is tested every 4 weeks over the summer period.

Once the two major parts of the system are in good condition a little time every week to remove leaves and debris will get your pool in tip top shape.

If you study all the fine sports lawns - tennis, and bowls for instance - you will find that top dressing of the turf is an essential maintenance operation.

t encourages new basal growth of the grass plants - giving a thicker sward of grass. Top Dressing is also

a good way to ‘level out’ the bumps and hollows in an uneven lawn.

To top dress a lawn means to add a layer of loam, sand and peat to the surface of your lawn. Top dressing is beneficial in such a way that, over a period of time, the quality of the soil is vastly improved.

Before you actually spread the soil, make sure the grass is actively growing. A good idea is fertilize the lawn a couple of weeks before topdressing; this will help the grass push through the soil quickly. Also, mow the lawn the day before you do the job. Long grass takes more soil to cover properly.

At Langland’s Landscape Supplies we have a range of soil and garden mixes and mulches, plus all the advice you need to prepare your lawn for top dressing.

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The Rotary Club of Galston Has great pleasure in hosting the Annual Community Awards.

hese awards recognize those who serve the community in Business, Apprentices and Community members throughout Galston, Glenorie and

the surrounding area.The awards provide an excellent opportunity to honour those who have

shown outstanding commitment to their industry both in developing their trade and academic skills to become exceptional. The awards also honour those who are quiet achievers in our community and have gone above and beyond to help others. The awards are an excellent opportunity for employers to honour the efforts of their outstanding staff and to recognize the effort community members for their dedication and valuable contribution.

If you have a person who you would like to nominate for one of the following awards please contact the Community Services director Gaye Wheatley on 0408 006072 or e:[email protected]

Nominations are invited in the following categories for both business and individuals working or living in the area (postcodes Berowra Waters, Berrilee, Arcadia, Fiddletown, Galston, Middle Dural, Glenorie, Hillside, Forest Glen, Canoelands. Awardees will be taken from the quality of the nominations.

The Rotary Club require the following details:> The full name, address, telephone number and email of the person you are nominating. > Why have you nominated this person or this business for an award? > How have they improved their business? > Why is their customer service so good? > How long have they been involved in community or charity work? > What is the type of community or charity work? > Tell us why and how these people stand out from others in their field

Award categories are:

sMALL BUsiness AWARD - for outstanding businesses or employeesPRiDe OF WORKMAnsHiP AWARD - for excellence in workmanshipCOMMUnity seRViCe AWARD - for outstanding personal achievementyOUtH AWARD - for outstanding personal achievementQUiet ACHieVeR AWARD - Doing their best with out expecting a reward

APPRentiCe/tRAinee AWARD - 1. The most improved in 2013. 2. Outstanding Personal Achievement. 3. Community Service

Closing date for nominations is Friday 21st March 2014.

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