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2 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 A word from our Top NSW honour publisher Tina Brown for Fitzsimmons I AM so pleased to see the THE 2021 NSW Australian of the success of our schools and Year is ex-NSW Fire Commission- students with their ATAR er and leader of Resilience NSW, achievements featured in Commissioner Shane Fitzsim- our February edition. mons AFSM, from our own Ber- Congratulations to the class of owra Heights. 2020, bringing welcome positivity In the terrifying 2019/20 bush- to an unforgettable year with fire season, Australians were reas- Mayor of Ku-ring-gai some truly inspiring results for sured by the exemplary leadership students in the face of adversity. and empathetic presence of the This sixth edition takes us up then NSW Fire Commissioner. announces Citizen to 32 pages of local news, stories, Fitzsimmons began as a volun- advertisers and an enormous teer with NSW RFS in 1985, in the of the Year Awards 50,000 print publication. This has footsteps of his father George – a Local: Shane Fitzsimmons. certainly grown from a print run full-time firefighter who was trag- THE winners of the 2021 Ku-ring- called The Pink Pantry so mem- of 30,000 since September 2020. ically killed in an out-of-control colleagues and family members of gai NSW Local Citizen of the Year bers can find out what seedlings, This month we welcome local hazard reduction burn in 2000. firefighters who lost their lives in Awards were announced by May- fruit, vegetables, flowers, and oth- couple’s counsellor Amanda In 1994, Fitzsimmons joined the service to others. or Jennifer Anderson at a special er produce have been added. Hallam as a columnist. We look NSW RFS full-time, working in a Fitzsimmons is one of four 2021 ceremony on Australia Day. forward to Amanda sharing her range of leadership positions be- NSW Australian of the Year recipi- The awards are presented each Environmental Citizen of the insights into human connection fore being endorsed as the organ- ents. The others include: year in recognition of groups and Year – Plant Rescue Ku-ring-gai and romantic relationships. isation’s commissioner in 2007 – a NSW Senior Australian of the individuals who have made a sig- Plant Rescue Ku-ring-gai was es- Council elections are set for role he held for 12 years. Year : Isabel Reid from Wagga nificant contribution to the local tablished in 2019 with a Ku-ring- September this year. We will In 2019/20, Fitzsimmons guided Wagga. Elder and advocate for the community. gai Council environmental grant. bring you diverse information a statewide response including a Stolen Generation. The not for profit has been set up among the plethora of candidates, 74,000-strong crew of mostly vol- NSW Young Australian of the Citizen of the Year – to rescue plants often thrown away so that you can decide who unteers through one of Australia’s Year : Nathan Parker from Lis- Michelle Key when a property is demolished and and what you are voting for. worst fire seasons. more. A pilot and Invictus Games Michelle is the founder of North- the block is cleared. The recov- Stay tuned as we grow to Working long hours, the gold medallist. ShoreMums Smiles2U and just ered plants are then found a new bring you the most in 2021. 51-year-old informed and calmed NSW Local Hero: Rosemary last month saw it become an of- home with local residents or in And, of course, Happy the public in daily press confer- Kariuki from Oran Park. An ad- ficial charity. Smiles2U provides school gardens. Fifteen sites have Valentine’s Day to all our readers. ences, liaised with government vocate for migrant and refugee activity and care bags to children had plants rescued, with over 250 leaders and provided comfort to women. in local hospitals, as well as toi- plants finding new homes. letry packs for parents caught un- prepared for hospital stays, cancer Mayor’s Award for Out- Networking Dinner care packs and care packages for standing Service – Lifeline parents staying at the children’s Harbour to Hawkesbury palliative care facility Bear Cot- Christmas Hamper Appeal THURSDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2021 tage. Lifeline Harbour to Hawkesbury’s 6:30 - 9.00 PM Christmas Hamper Appeal has Young Citizen of the Year – been supporting vulnerable peo- ASQUITH GOLF CLUB Edward Giles ple in the community since 2008. ATTENDANCE COST In 2019, Edward established a Christmas hampers are supplied to partnership with the Ku-ring-gai people, particularly families, who LIMITED SEATING Council through his leadership are in financial distress, experienc- FIND OUT MORE GO TO role at Killara High, recognising a ing mental health issues, job loss, lack of support for young people’s relationship breakdowns, domes- HKPOST.COM.AU mental health. Edward and other tic violence or in poor physical school prefects hosted an event to health. advertise Gordon Youth Centre’s Don't miss out! services for young people with Mayor’s Award for Meet the Limited spaces mental health issues. Outstanding Service - available. Kissing Point Sports Club Publisher Young Environmental Citizen The Kissing Point Sports Club has of the Year – Ella Di Moro been an integral part of Ku-ring- Ella started The Pink Pantry gai’s sporting and social life since Tina will be speaking about her inspiration behind the HK Post. whereby people put their excess 1957, run by a team of dedicated food, plants and popular items volunteers who recognise the im- to share with the community and portance of team sports. The evening is intended to allow local business owners and saving landfill, waste and cost. The club provides a shared con- entrepreneurs to network and leverage opportunities within our Ella encourages gardening and stitution, governance and financial community. Additionally, anyone interesting in starting a venture composting in her neighbourhood, oversight for five sporting codes, operating a free pantry of home- all managed independently by vol- or hearing about our journey is welcome to attend. grown products outside her home. unteers. These are baseball, crick- She administers a Facebook page et, football, netball and softball.

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As your Federal Member, I am here to: JULIAN LEESER MP Assist with accessing Federal Government services FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BEROWRA Attend your local community event Level 11, 423 Pennant Hills Road, Pennant Hills NSW 2120 Arrange congratulatory messages 02 9980 1822 [email protected] Please contact my office if I can be of assistance. julianleeser.com.au julianleesermp

Authorised by Julian Leeser MP, Liberal Party of Australia, Level 11, 423 Pennant Hills Road, Pennant Hills NSW 2120. Stronger Performing arts ‘to be or not to be’ Communities THE Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post has re- other Council owned facilities providing ceived feedback from the community ex- social and cultural services. With the im- pressing disappointment regarding the pact of COVID-19, several performing arts Draft Community and Cultural Facilities groups had to relocate their performances Strategic Plan. with venues cancelling. This has left some Programme The plan identifies that there is a gap in of our community groups with limited op- the facilities for performing arts centres and tions for a performing arts space. facilities, however it is not planned or budg- The Sydney Youth Musical Theatre and eted for construction until 2035. the Hornsby Gang Show have both expe- round opens The plan has been available for the public rienced cancellations and The Gang Show to review for the past three months. has now booked outside the area at Castle “The people of Hornsby deserve to have Hills’ Pioneer Theatre for 2021. somewhere to meet and for the performing With Hornsby expected to grow by as By Julian Leeser, MHR, The expressions of interest will go be- arts and have been waiting a long time. To much as 28,000 residents by 2040, and so Member for Berowra fore a community panel and the best pro- ask them to wait until 2035 is insulting” much development on the horizon, it stands jects will then be invited to formally apply says Penny Becchio, Training Manager for to reason that the demand for a purpose-built ROUND 6 of the Stronger Communi- for funding. Hornsby Gang Show and State Commis- performing arts space will increase. ties Grants Programme is now open for Examples of eligible projects include fit sioner, Special Projects, Scouts Australia Expressions of Interest. out, alterations and/or extensions of com- NSW. Feedback on the Draft Community The programme funds small capital pro- munity spaces, upgrades of sporting facil- The Plan is focused on facilities which are and Cultural Facilities Strategic Plan jects that aim to improve local community ities and fields such as new scoreboards, owned by Council and considers libraries, has now closed, but the plan can be participation and contribute to vibrant via- or the purchase of musical instruments, community and cultural centres, Scout and viewed at www.hornsby.nsw.gov. ble communities. sports equipment and uniforms that remain guide halls, historical society buildings and au/council/noticeboard/your-say In the past, the Stronger Communities the property of the organisation. Ku-ring-gai 128.50mm X 87.50mm Jan 2021.qxp_Layout 1 13/1/21 12:15 pm Page 1 Programme has helped fund and bring to In the past we have delivered projects life many great projects in our community. with scouting groups, Lifeline Asquith, These include the renovation and repur- Streetwork, churches, school P&Cs and posing of a building to provide a new day RFS brigades among others. service to support maturing clients at Inala If you have a vision for a project in our in Cherrybrook, the purchasing of a new community, I would love to hear from you. van for the Hills Community Op Shop, the renovation of Studio ARTES’ performance Further details on eligibility criteria space in Hornsby and many more. and how to apply are available This round will support Australia’s at www.business.gov.au/ How can I help you? economic recovery from the COVID-19 grants-and-programs/stronger- a Represent you in the NSW Parliament; pandemic. communities-programme a Provide information on NSW Government services and policies; and For this special round, the grant funding for each project will be up to 100 per cent To be considered, please a Arrange congratulatory messages. of eligible project costs, except for local submit an expression of interest Please do not hesitate to call my office. councils where grant funding will be up to (EOI) to my office before 5pm on Thursday, February 25, 2021. 50 per cent of eligible project costs. 02 9487 8588 02 9487 8550 alisterhenskens.com.au Grants will be available between $2500 and $20,000 for successful applica- EOI forms are available at [email protected] tions. www.julianleeser.com.au/scp6 Authorised by Alister Henskens SC MP, 27 Redleaf Avenue, Wahroonga NSW 2076. Funded using parliamentary entitlements.

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There are many joys that come from living in the Bushland Shire, Woof Woof!! Remagine Art Prize and but also a number of hazards. Have Your Say Exhibition 2021 These are particularly significant at this time of year, when the We are seeking your feedback Theme: ‘Fast fashion, fast food, storms are most violent and the on Council’s ‘Off-Leash Dog Park fast running out of natural resources’ risk of bushfires is at its peak. We Strategy’. Eight potential new dog Remagine is an annual art prize and saw this firsthand last summer, parks and the expansion of two exhibition, held at Wallarobba Arts and when a number of storms caused existing sites is proposed. Cultural Centre, Hornsby. damage throughout the region On Public Exhibition until Call for entries now open. $11,000 in and the flames from bushfires Tuesday 30 March. total prize money. were right at our Shire’s borders. For more information, visit: It is inevitable that both of these For more information, visit: hornsby.nsw.gov.au/yoursay naturally occurring events will hornsby.nsw.gov.au/remagine strike again, if not this summer than at some point in the future, so it’s vital that we all take the Renewing our Story necessary steps to prepare. There are a number of ways to prepare We are upgrading Hornsby Library for storms, including maintaining to provide better facilities, more space, your yard, securing items that might more light and a larger children’s area. be blown around and preparing an Bear with us as there will be some emergency kit. The best way to be disruption over the coming months. safe from bushfires is to prepare a For more information, visit: bushfire survival plan, so you and hornsby.nsw.gov.au/library all of your family know exactly what to do. One of the simplest ways to reduce your risk from both storms and bushfires is to make sure your BOOKINGS ENROL AT AQUAFUN BECOME A MEMBER: gutters are clear of fallen leaves NOW OPEN! SWIM SCHOOL THIS UNLIMITED GYM AND and other debris. I strongly urge SUMMER AND SWIM FOR AS LITTLE you to visit ses.nsw.gov.au and RECEIVE A FREE AS $17 A WEEK. FAMILY* SWIMMING ENQUIRE TODAY! rfs.nsw.gov.au to find out more MEMBERSHIP FOR THE about how you can be prepared ENROLLED TERM ONLY. this summer. *Immediate family only hornsby.nsw.gov.au/swimming Philip Ruddock AO Mayor Aquatic and Leisure Centres Hornsby Shire Council

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Changes to Council Meetings Return and Earn COVID-19 updates The meeting at 7pm Tuesday 16 February 2021 will be held online. Council meetings are physically closed to Reverse vending machines are coming to For details on all COVID-19 issues affecting the public until further notice but can be viewed at krg.nsw.gov.au/livestream Ku-ring-gai! In the next few weeks, machines will Ku-ring-gai Council visit our website at be installed at Turramurra and St Ives with more krg.nsw.gov.au Public Forums are no longer being held in the Council locations to follow. Chambers due to COVID-19. The public can still address We strongly encourage customers to wear a Council through audio and audio-visual recordings Dispose of your unwanted bottles and containers in mask when visiting indoor facilities such as the (maximum 3 minutes) or written submissions to Councillors. return for a 10 cent refund on each approved bottle Council’s customer service centre, libraries, and container. For details visit krg.nsw.gov.au/meetings the Wildflower Garden visitor centre and Enquiries: (02) 9424 0000 To find out more visit krg.nsw.gov.au the Ku-ring-gai Art Centre.

7 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Valentine’s Day Check in with Are we ready to embrace your relationship the month of love? By Amanda Hallam, By Lucy Couples Expert THE month of love is here but are VALENTINE’S Day is an occa- we ready to embrace it? sion to celebrate love and admi- When I consider the word ration. Each year on February 14, ‘love’, the expression of love and people show affection by exchang- the feeling around love, I find ing cards, chocolates and flowers, there is ‘love’ with a little ‘l’ and and sending messages of fondness there is ‘Love’ with a big fat cap- to their partner. ital ‘L’. They feel very different. Managing to keep your relation- One has a ‘doing’ and a sense of ship connected and fulfilling all needing to work at it, get it right, year round however takes work, prove it to another, and the other and I am not convinced just flow- just has, well, very little ‘doing’. ers will get you there. partnership, there is always room As I write that, memories flood If 2020 taught us anything it is to improve your romantic bond back of being a child and knowing sense of space, where time stood tional on attention, behaviour and the importance of connection for and resolve any interpersonal con- that when I was good, I felt loved. still. There was no effort. There success. our survival and how our relation- flicts. Yet when I disagreed with some- was a deep connection and wheth- Who could argue that families, ship can provide that safe haven to Too many people consider cou- thing, or did something irritating, er we were together or apart there communities, even countries love support us through difficult times. ples counselling as something to perhaps even naughty, then I felt was a knowing we were connected success and give a lot of atten- Human beings are bonding an- do when things get really unbeara- like the love was gone, there was to each other. I was able to offer tion to those who are successful? imals and we are hard wired to ble, however this is not advisable. no connection, it felt harsh and my baby a sense of feeling loved Therefore, is it a stretch to con- attach. Cohabitating with that Time and time again couples come I felt sad and a sense of unease, and the world feeling like a safe sider that you would learn, from special person and sharing the ups to counselling with issues and pat- even fear came in. space based on how I was with young, that to be loved you have and downs of life however brings terns that have been present for Sometimes I didn’t need to ‘do’ them and how I was around them. to be a success, be that at sport, at its challenges. Perhaps you are so long in their relationship that it anything to feel that, I could just They didn’t need to do anything school, at drawing inside the lines, having the same fight over and has eroded their spark and it can feel that the adults around me for me or to me, I just adored at behaving well, at listening, at over again, you are feeling distant be too late at that point to repair. were busy or preoccupied and not them and cherished them through agreeing, at not rocking the boat? from your partner or you are just Today, we depend on our ro- present in their bodies and there my actions, my words, even my We learn that love is a doing not getting something you need. mantic partnerships for so much was a lack of connection. thoughts. They peed and vomit- and something we need to work Whether you are considering of what we need in life. Now, my logical brain knows ed on me and I didn’t mind. They at to then show others they too committing to a relationship with Why wouldn’t we nurture it to that my parents did not withdraw were fragile, delicate and vulner- are loved so they can feel better a person you’ve been dating, in ensure it goes the distance? their love, they might have been able and I knew I was creating a because, of course, we know that the trenches of marriage and kids, Couples counselling can help distracted, still in ‘work-mode’ safe space for them. when we feel loved, we feel better. or humming along in a long-term with conflict and communication or just had other things going on, As they got older, I remember Yet, if you feel better when you challenges, disconnection, infidel- but that sense of searching for they could tell when I got dis- feel Love, then perhaps the place ity, intimacy issues and assist with connection, needing to be good tracted because they became more to start is with yourself, by offer- overall satisfaction. So I ask you and not disrupt was clearly felt by agitated and, reflecting on it now, ing the level of care, consideration to consider this Valentine’s Day an the child who just went on feeling I could clearly feel they worked and acceptance to yourself before opportunity to reflect on how you oblivious to there being anything to get that connection back and looking to either offer it to another are travelling as a couple. more important than that. worked at making sure it was or expect anyone to give it to you. Instead of extravagant displays I am going to offer that this was there. Perhaps, if you dedicate this of affection, try investing in un- ‘love’ and in my naïve brain and It was like they felt unsafe when month to seeing what Love feels derstanding each other better. body, felt conditional to my be- I was not ‘present’ emotionally like for you, how consistent you Just like a health check-up with haviour and my actions. with them. I can see now, that ba- can be in offering that to your- your GP to prevent problems, per- My actions became synony- bies and children are very connect- self, you will set a standard that haps it is time for a relationship mous with feeling accepted and ed to ‘Love’ and that conditional becomes a way of living that feels check-up to deepen that love for loved, and feeling accepted and ‘love’ is very unsettling in their more relaxed and at ease than the the long-term. loved, became synonymous with body. And so begins the search for constant searching and waiting for feeling safe in the world. a relationship that gives them that someone else to bring that settle- For more information, visit The other ‘Love’, which was the settlement again or if not, at least ment and ease to you. www.sydneycouples love I could feel when my own attention. 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By Michelle Mitchell Seize your opportunity don’t want the first decision your The reality is that we have a win- kids make (independently) to be a MOST parents approach the teen- dow of opportunity to instil val- life changing one, like “should I age years with a little bit of dread. ues in our children before they get into the car with someone who The fear of the unknown can become teenagers. I refer to the has been drinking?”. If they have be our worst enemy and fill our pre-teen years as their “teachable never felt the consequences of lit- minds with questions that are im- years”. They are old enough to tle decisions they won’t know how possible to answer when our chil- have mature discussions about pu- to make big decisions. That’s why dren are under 10. Will she be as berty, cyber-safety, sex and drugs, THEY choose whether they wear rude to me as I was to my mum? but not old enough to believe they thongs to walk across a hot road Will he try drugs or have sex? Will know everything. Many parents or not. she stop communicating? Will he tell me that once their kids hit 13, leave home or drop out of school? their teaching opportunities be- Keep them enrolled in sport Having worked with hundreds come more limited so get as much This may seem like weird piece of of families over the past 20 years, in as you can before they clam up! advice, but I would like to remind I can reassure you that the vast parents of the benefits of sport, or majority of parent’s fears never Prepare yourself for change any extra-curricular interests for eventuate. I would like to suggest They will need you more, and less, that matter. It is easy to give up that the ‘push and pull’ of growing all at the same time. Confusing on sports before our kids hit the up can be the most fun, exciting isn’t it?! Let me explain. Teenag- teenage years, but please persist! and rewarding time of your par- ers need their parents to be more Not only will sports provide some enting journey. You get to watch, available and attentive, and less great health benefits and time and mentor, your child as they involved in the management of away from the internet, but it will grow into their own person. their everyday lives. This is a huge also enable them to make friends If you are a parent of a pre- shift for parents and one which outside of school. Back up friends teen, why not anticipate that your some feel happens overnight. It can be really helpful in maintain- child’s best years are ahead of can be really hard on mums who ing a child’s confidence when them. Take some time during their have always packed their child a school friendships are strained. upper primary years to lay a good cut lunch for their kids. Make it If parents go into the teenage foundation for the upcoming tran- your mission to meddle (and fuss) years with their eyes wide open, sition. Start things right and there less and only focus on what is im- and pre-armed with a few strat- will be a good chance you will portant for their safety and long- egies and tips, it’s highly likely come out the other side smiling. term happiness. they will see parenting through With that in mind, here are some the teenage years as a roller-coast- of my top tips for preparing your- Encourage decision making er like adventure rather than an self and your child for a positive The pre-teen years are a great time overwhelming and exhausting For more, visit hkpost.com.au teenage experience: to teach decision making. You grind.

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Image is for illustrative purposes only. Correct as at January 2021. J005807H 9 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Health & lifestyle Guilt-free caring February Health Events Mistakes will be made, learn from them. Nothing is perfect and every For more great content, visit hkpost.com.au situation will be a lesson. 3. Don’t punish the person for their behaviour. Yes, they may 1-29 Ovarian Cancer Awareness Helping people get tested earlier to prevent this as well as providing have hurt you and their behaviour Month support to patients and families. may be unacceptable however two 1-29 FebFast Giving people the skills and the know-how to break the habits that wrongs do not make a right. inhibit their wellbeing, such as alcohol and sugar addiction. 4. Finding ways to improve the 1-29 Don't Wait Until It's Too Late Aims at encouraging more Aussies to get screened for bowel cancer so quality of life for both of you. that they can get treated early and increase their chances of Don’t make caring your whole successful treatment. life, find things that are fun for 1-29 International Childhood Heart HeartKids raises awareness for children's heart disease and works By Rita Merienne both of you. Enjoy the time you Disease (CHD) Awareness Day towards reducing the occurrence of the disease. It provides have together. irreplaceable support for children with heart disease and their families GUILT-free caring is achievable. 5. You never will do it all so well as well as those who have lost young children. Every situation is different and that everyone is happy. You have 1-29 Heart Research Month Heart Research Month raises awareness on the importance of life- there are different solutions for to remember that you, too, are saving heart research, including preventing, diagnosing and treating every situation. part of the equation and have heart disease. We are an ageing workforce car- every right to have your opinions 1-29 FebruDAREy You can raise money this February by daring someone. the larger the ing for an ageing population. heard. dare, the more money you'll make for charity. It is a very emotional time for 6. Find a support network to 2-8 Feeding Tube Awareness Week Promotes the positive benefits of feeding tubes by educating people everyone and guilt is one of the help you work through the issues on why these life-saving medical devices are so important. strongest emotions that can take sharing the highs and the lows. 3-9 Tinnitus Awareness Week Helps raise awareness of tinnitus and the huge effect it can have on over your life. 7. Your feelings matter too. It is people's day-to-day lives. Here are some tips to help you to really important to have your feel- achieve guilt free caring: ings acknowledge and heard. 4 World Cancer Day Helps educate people on different aspects of the disease through 1. Take a deep breath. A heated Yes, you are caring for your education and information. response may make the situation aged loved one however it doesn’t 14 Wear Red Day Wear red 14 February to raise awareness for cardiovascular disease. worse. What are you reacting to – mean you can’t care for yourself 18 International Asperger's Day Looking at the positive changes that can be made gaining a better the situation or your feelings. It’s too. You matter to me! understanding of the autism spectrum. time for empathy and to find out 26 Teal Ribbon Day Raising awareness for Ovarian Cancer Australia. Fet your Teal Ribbon what the real issue is. To find out more information from Ovarian Cancer Australia or Chemmart Pharmacies, Spotlight. 2. Forgive yourself. It’s OK check out Aged Care 29 Rare Diseases Day Aimed at raising awareness on a national level about rare diseases. with Ease on Facebook you are doing the best you can. Do you have a story to tell? Email [email protected] WED. MAR 10th or call 02 8355 5136

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10 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Health & lifestyle Stroke of triumph for King By staff writer achievable goals along the way. moving to a new location, chang- The impossible became possible. ing jobs, meeting new people or OUR book review this month is She was also buoyed by the love perhaps even meeting a potential one of personal triumph for author and support of family, friends, and new partner. Desney King, who had a 12-year a team of support workers. “I wanted Angelica’s experienc- hiatus between writing the draft “The beginnings of Transit of es to resonate with readers who of Transit of Angels and its final Angels emerged in late 2008, to- have experienced profound loss publication due to the impact of a wards the end of a series of writ- and deep grief. And I also believe stroke. ing workshops with author, Bud- that connecting with nature is very Our team at the Hornsby Ku- dhist and writing mentor, Joyce healing, which is why I chose to ring-gai Post were touched by her Kornblatt,” King says. have Angelica move to the coun- novel, a story about life after deal- “My driving passion was to try.” ing with grief, and her openness in shine a light on the difficult sub- King has experienced eight sharing her personal story with us. jects of death, dying and grief that strokes since 2012. While her re- King proves that perseverance, we in the Western world tend to covery is not what she originally patience and hope can result in fear and avoid, to the point of hav- hoped for, she has reached a deep triumph. ing few rituals and cultural sup- acceptance. Excitingly, King can King has always had a deep love ports for those who are grieving.” now add novelist to her list of life of literature. Her mum introduced Without giving anything away, achievements. her to books from an early age the final chapter leaves the “It was a joyous moment when I and, amazingly, she was able to reader with many unanswered got to hold a copy in my hands for read when she was three years old. questions about the future. Was the first time” she says. A highly regarded book editor, that deliberate? King’s career spanned more than “Yes, it is deliberate,” King Appreciation from the author: three decades. says. “Because for all of us, ul- “I’d like to thank the Stroke Foun- Then in 2012, she had a stroke. timately, the future is unknown, dation, not only for their support The 69-year-old can reel off the whatever our belief system might over the years since I had my first precise moment a stroke changed be. Angelica [in the novel] asks stroke, but also for contacting the her life – 10am on Thursday, Feb- lots of questions and finds an- Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post and ruary 23. swers and practices that comfort making this interview possible.” The impact of the stroke was and support her. But she remains significant, and as a result she ex- open-minded, understanding that Transit of Angels is available perienced changes to her cognitive the questions she’s asking can from our good friends at ability, muscle weakness and crip- have many answers and that the Novella Fine Books, pling fatigue. big one: ‘Is there life after death?’ 5 Railway Ave, Wahroonga. However, King still had her has no definitive answer.” (02) 9489 3128 voice and words. The second part of Angelica’s Before the stroke, King had Desney King proves that journey through grief is a move You can also buy a copy been quietly working on a rough away from the Western style of online from Booktopia, draft of a novel for several years. perseverance, patience and handling loss and starts to draw Gleebooks, Book Depository It was a heart-warming story hope can result in triumph out her potential new life, as a (UK), Barnes and Noble (US) about how to keep living after to- young widow in a small village and Amazon (worldwide). tal devastation – and it was almost and all the encumbrances that Digital: Amazon Kindle complete. When the stroke struck, I am so happy and proud it did,” of the book in 30-minute blocks brings. What was King’s inspi- King thought the novel wasn’t to King said. from my bed. Some days I was ration to write that into her jour- Visit hkpost.com.au to be. “The editing process usual- able to manage a couple of stints, ney?” read the full interview However, 12 years after she be- ly lasts a couple of months, but while others were a write-off. The “I think this kind of experience with Desney King gan writing it, Transit of Angels it was much slower for me. I am edits took just over a year to com- is common to many people who has been published. unable to sit or stand unsupported plete.” are emerging from the depths of Enter to win: We have one King described this as a major and suffer from fatigue. This was King said she struggled with grief,” King says. copy of Transit of Angels to achievement. taken into account by my editors the concept of goal-setting for “That there will be a shift in give away to a lucky reader. “I never thought Transit of An- and publisher. many years due to her fatigue but their circumstances, which might For your chance to win, write gels would make it to print, but “I wrote and re-wrote sections managed by setting many small, involve moving to a new house, to [email protected]

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11 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Health & lifestyle Inside Gallery 11:11 Balance between By Esme Mathis heart and mind GALLERY 11:11 is an art gallery and studio in North Epping that By Martin E. Gillespie and you get confused. Because offer group workshops and indi- and Natalie E. West when the moment comes that what vidual mentoring programs. your heart wants and what your Since opening in September WHAT really happens if you learn head says collides, you’ll realise 2019, Gallery 11:11 has helped to listen to your fear as much as that you don’t actually know what foster and support a community you do your desire. to do. of artists, from beginners to pro- You’ll realise that all-or-nothing fessionals. The art studio current- Why am I here? advice doesn’t make sense, and it ly collaborates with 16 different What is my purpose? doesn’t work. You’ll realize that artists and mentors, specialising I feel lost. you’re completely stuck, because in various artistic mediums from you don’t know how to choose. drawing, oil painting, photogra- The battle between heart and What you don’t learn is that you phy, watercolour, alcohol inks mind is a big one. cannot rely only on your heart or and anime. Gallery 11:11 also From the time you’re little, your mind. You must use them provides a space for exhibiting everyone offers you advice on in tandem. You must orchestrate artists to discuss their work in de- how to navigate your mind and them and dance between them, tail, revealing their influences and heart. weave in and out of them. behind-the-scenes narratives that They’ll tell you to follow your There is a time to feel, there is a accompany each body of work. gut, trust your instinct, to place time to think. For Melony Kara Smirniotis, logic aside, to pursue a life that’s There is a time to be logical, Director of Gallery 11:11, collab- true to your soul. there is a time to be spontaneous. orating with artists and connecting And so, you grow up thinking There is a time to ground your- audiences to their work is key. that you need to follow your feel- self, there is a time to light up and With an enhanced understand- ings, no matter what. You grow lift away. ing of the creative process, the au- up thinking that you need to trust If you do not know whether to dience can enjoy another layer of On show: Melony Kara Smirniotis shares the story for local talent. yourself, no matter what. choose between what your heart the artwork’s aesthetic. You start believing that love is a wants and what your mind says, “There’s a story behind every watercolour, inspired by Latella’s colour that occurred afterwards. chemical reaction, not a commit- you need to ask yourself honestly: artwork that should be shared,” childhood memories in and In mid-2021, Gallery 11:11 will ted, daily practice. You start seeing what would result in the best pos- says Smirniotis. “It’s not just a around Sydney. collaborate with Uncle Bruce the beauty of routine and stability, sible outcome for my life? painting, it’s not just a photograph. In April, Gallery 11:11 will Shillingsworth, a Muruwari and The artist always has a vision, and feature Murray Walsh’s The Budjiti artist and Water For Rivers it’s often very layered.” Smell Before Rain. This exhibi- activist. Shillingsworth will help Share your news! Contact us for a Upcoming exhibitions include tion focuses on the recent break- connect people to land and reveal The Iconic and Nostalgic by Jane ing of a three-year drought in the natural world’s embedded story Email [email protected] Latella. Opening on February 20, Central West farming communi- spiritual connections, both past or call 02 8355 5136 this exhibition depicts Sydney in ties, and the explosion of life and and present. Mentoring changes lives

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12 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Suburb profile: Wahroonga

Back in the day... Before the East Wahroonga Shopping Centre there was a “Corner Store”. This corner store actually achieved a wider range of goods and services to its immediate vicinity than most modern-day suburban shopping centres. These included: agricultural tools, fertiliser, commercial sprinkler systems, pipework and control valves for the orchard & market- gardening industry that proliferated this area, stationery supplies for schoolchildren including school shoes and socks, baby toys, cloth nappies, lollies, biscuits, milk-shakes and soft-drinks, frozen meats, canned food, bottled preserves/jams, home-delivery of weekly groceries, kerosene, household plumbing taps and washers, lightbulbs, haberdashery, magazines and newspapers (also delivered to your front fence). This was also the place for banking and post office facilities. Corner stores supplied the lot!

Information supplied by Kim Mackney Peek into the past: Kim Mackney on his bike at East Wahroonga Corner Store circa 1958. Couples counsellor joins the HK Post

By staff writer

OUR newest columnist Amanda Hallam is a long-time local resi- dent of Wahroonga. She was born in Hornsby Hospital and grew up around the Wahroonga area. Amanda attended primary school locally at Prouille, as did her mother, aunt and now children and her secondary schooling was at St Leos College. Hamlet’s once noble mind overthrown. His world consumed by Amanda now lives not far from revenge for his father’s death and his mother’s betrayal. Woe for all Wahroonga Park. She is involved in the local women’s soccer team who love him, as they too are drawn into his demise. While his own Prouille FC and is supportive of life hangs by a question: to be, or, to revenge? any local initiative that brings Expert: Amanda Hallam. people together, including the William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy. Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post. within our romantic relationship. “I have travelled and lived over- Amanda has years of experience Today, is “to be, or not to be, still the question? seas and elsewhere in Sydney working with families, adult sur- TH TH however I feel a strong attachment vivors of trauma, women expe- Dates: SATURDAY 6 / SUNDAY 7 FEBUARY 5 – 7.30PM to this area and wanted my chil- riencing domestic violence, and SATURDAY 13TH / SUNDAY 14TH FEBRUARY 5 – 7.30PM dren to really enjoy the safe, com- individuals managing a variety Venue: Outdoors in Mahratta’s beautiful moon-gate courtyard, munity feel of this suburb where of mental health struggles such as you can go for a walk, sit on a anxiety and depression. 25 Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga sidewalk sipping coffee or visit It is her work with couples that Seating: On the lawn; please BYO cushions/picnic blankets. the butcher and always run into she has now found her greatest Outdoor chairs available, upon request, for those in need. someone you know,” she says. purpose. “It takes a village. I also have a Amanda considers it an honour Catering: BYO picnic/drinks soft spot for our centre Wahroonga to motivate couples to alter en- Performance will continue in light rain, please bring rain protection, if park which is a source of beauty trenched patterns and navigate the required. On the day, if storms/heavy rain is forecast the performance and connection and holds so many dance that is happening for them. memories through my life and Amanda will be writing a reg- will be cancelled (Please refer to website for refund policy.) now is part of my children’s story ular relationship column to share COVID Plan: All NSW government recommendations and regulations in also.” relationship tips and insights. place will be complied with. Amanda was born a giver and See page 8 for her first column. has become a couples counsel- Performance duration: Approx. 2.5 hrs with a 15min interval. lor due to her strong belief in the For more information, visit Tickets: www.practicalphilosophy.org.au/course/hamlet-2021t1 importance of human connection www.sydneycouples counselling.com.au and particularly how this plays out 13

Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Suburb profile: Wahroonga Wahroonga goes way back

By Esme Mathis

THE first significant landowner in Wahroonga was Thomas Pinn- ick Hyndes (1778-1855), a former convict who was granted a condi- tional pardon in 1808 on account of his good behaviour. By 1814, Hyndes was employed as a clerk in a lumber yard, where he gradually climbed the ranks and amassed a considerable for- tune as timber merchant, miller and landowner. In 1822, as master sawyer at Castlereagh Street and employ- er of nearly 30 men, Hyndes was granted 2000 acres of land in pres- ent-day Wahroonga. The history of Wahroonga after European settlement is similar to the rest of Hornsby Ku-ring-gai. Timber-getters resided in the area, clearing the land and ship- ping the timber down the Lane Cove River, with Fox Valley Road serving as a major access route. In the mid-19th century, Hyn- des’ land was purchased by the merchant John Brown. Brown cleared away the land, at one point employing 100 pairs of pit-sawyers to supply the Pyrmont and Glebe Island bridges with tim- ber. His legacy remains in the street names of Wahroonga; Ada, Lucin- Days gone by: Clockwise from above, eating out on Hampden Road in East Wahroonga pre-COVID; inset, Thomas Pinnick Hyndes; da and Roland Avenues, named af- 68 Coonanbarra Road; and “Midhope”, the home of Sir James Murdoch, Burns Road, Wahroonga. ter three of his children. Once the land was cleared, Brown parcelled railway line was extended to Mil- worked as cleaners, gardeners or off his land and planted orchards. son’s Point in 1893. railway workers, and provided the Wahroonga’s Railway Station With a commute to and from the mansion with fresh produce, milk opened on January 1, 1890. Wah- city now a possibility, Wahroon- and bread. roonga Station was originally ga’s leafy, picturesque location The mansions were the weekend called Pearces Corner after Aaron made it an attractive area for the getaways of wealthy families, in- Pierce, a timber-getter who had wealthy Sydney elite. cluding the famous merchant Al- built a slab hut on land purchased From the late 19th to the 20th fred Hordern, Sir James Murdoch in 1835. century, Wahroonga’s urban de- and the Arnott family, the popular By August 1890, the station was velopment can be classified into biscuit manufacturer. renamed “Wahroonga”, an Abo- two distinct categories: luxurious, Other notable residents include riginal word meaning “our home”. Federation-style mansions – and Frederick Eccleston Du Faur, a Despite the railway from Horns- the weather-board cottages of peo- patron of exploration and arts that by to St Leonard’s opening in ple who serviced them. While few was responsible for establishing 1890, Wahroonga remained a of these cottages have survived, the Ku-ring-gai Chase National largely rural community until the the inhabitants of these cottages Park.

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New service: Deputy Mayor of Ku-ring-gai Cr Cedric Spencer cuts the ribbon to mark the opening of the health clinic. Hampden Health opens doors in East Wahroonga

By staff writer including his majority time spent in the Outback of Broken Hill, Dr A NEW health clinic has launched Eddie entered general practice and in Hampden Ave, East Wahroon- has been practising at the Central ga, in shops previously occupied Coast for the past 30 years where by a newsagency for more than 17 he has cared for three family gen- years. erations of patients. He looks for- Great efforts and no expense has ward to serving the East Wahroon- been spared since April 2020 to ga community closer to home. offer with the very best facilities. Hampden Health has a goal to The new clinic features four provide the best care towards pa- consulting rooms for a general tients health and wellbeing. Their practitioner, chiropractor, audiol- intention, to widen their scope of ogist and podiatrist. healthcare by inviting other allied Other allied health profession- health professionals to care for als such as a dietician and speech the community, is welcomed by therapist will be sought for the locals. new clinic. It is expected that this new clinic The health clinic was officially will become a much sought-after, opened by the Deputy Mayor of long-awaited, community-based Ku-ring-gai, Cr Cedric Spencer, health clinic. It sits alongside oth- who cut the ribbon on Thursday, er shops including the pharmacy, January 21, 2021. bakery, Thai and Italian restau- The event was also attended by rants, Smile Dynamics, Porters fellow shop owners, local resi- Liquor and IGA in the community dents and well-wishers. orientated East Wahroonga. The new GP at Hampden Health The leafy surrounds and ample is Dr Eddie Husodo, otherwise ground-level parking make this an known as ‘Dr Eddie’. He gradu- easy option for locals. ated in medicine from Adelaide The clinic is officially open from University in 1981. After complet- February 1, 2021, from Monday to ing his six years of hospital duties, Saturday.

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16 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Schools Special: Class of 2020 ATAR CONGRATULATIONS YEAR 12 2020

99.95 19th 118 90 Top ATAR Knox rank in Students with Median ATAR (Timothy Leong SMH Top 100 an ATAR of 95+ and Jason Lin) Schools Report

A Uniting Church school – Wahroonga, Sydney www.knox.nsw.edu.au Knox Grammar shines in the HSC THE Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post would like prove their performance individually and to congratulate the students from Knox collectively. The teachers, with their high Grammar School on their 2020 results. expectations of the boys and themselves, Knox Grammar boys achieved outstand- have selflessly worked to ensure each boy ing results in the 2020 Higher School Cer- has been fully supported in his learning, tificate, with 30 boys achieving an ATAR of especially throughout the period of remote 99+, 118 boys achieving 95+ and 196 boys learning.” attaining an ATAR of 90+. Knox ranked 19th out of 650 schools in Two Knox students achieved the ‘perfect NSW, with 845 Band 6 results (subject re- score’ ATAR of 99.95 – Timothy Leong sults of 90+). (Epping) and Jason Lin (Beecroft). HSC Showcases: Jeremy Dunn (Single- Knox Headmaster Scott James said: ton) had his HSC Visual Arts Major Work, “With the release of the 2020 HSC results, ‘Murmuration’ selected for ARTEXPRESS what has shone through is the incredible re- at the Art Gallery of NSW. silience of our students and School commu- In Drama, Nick Reynolds (Roseville nity. While the boys have been challenged Chase) was selected for OnSTAGE for his in every respect in 2020, they have prov- theatre reviews. en they are strong and capable leaders. As a group they are supportive, cohesive and A full report on Knox’s 2020 caring. The boys have worked and studied HSC Results is available at as a team, supporting each other to im- www.knox.nsw.edu.au Rethink and reuse to save on costs and waste

AUSTRALIA has the unfortu- tal and sustainable benefits of Mount St Benedicts College. At the present time they are nate claim to being the world’s ‘re-using’ second-hand goods. The Kings School is soon to be working with various charities second largest consumer of tex- The Uniform Exchange has added. to send more than 5000 obso- tile, using twice the global aver- a shopfront in Pymble servic- The website is the biggest lete uniforms to Zimbabwe and age of 13kg per person per year. ing 11 schools on the North free, school community site 1000 old edition textbooks to As a mother of three boys, Shore as well as an online mar- specifically designed for parents Papua New Guinea. Sue Turner saw first-hand how ket place catering for all other to buy and sell anything needed. Sue and The Uniform Ex- many uniforms were needed schools Australia wide. It has more than 9500 schools change have previously won and the amount of waste which The Pymble shop, located at listed and is free to list, look and the prestigious Sustainability occurs through children grow- 993 Pacific Highway, is open buy. Any new school can easily Champion NSW Green Globe ing, seasons changing and her six days a week. No appoint- be added. Award and the Australia Day children’s different sports and ment is necessary. Having spent more than 36 Award for Outstanding Ser- interests. It stocks more than 10,000 years in South Africa where vice to the Community. They On the back of a huge demand good quality used uniforms very little is wasted, Sue has a have also been runner-up in the for great quality second hand and textbooks for the following policy of “Nothing goes in the Women’s Weekly Women in uniforms and text books, Sue schools: Abbotsleigh, Brigidine bin” so she and her staff make Business Award and The Better developed her business mod- College, Barker, Knox, Loreto sure every unusable or out-of- Business and Blue Star Awards. el which is geared around en- Normanhurst, NBCS, Pymble date uniform and textbook is re- couraging her customers to ‘re- Ladies College, Ravenswood, located overseas to underprivi- For more information, think’ before buying new and Roseville College, St Pius X leged children in disadvantaged visit www.theuniform the cost and huge environmen- College, Mercy College and countries all over the world. exchange.com.au 17 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021

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18 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Schools Special: Class of 2020 ATAR A celebration of learning

By Alister Henskens Public School; Wahroonga Pub- Member for Ku-ring-gai lic School; West Pymble Pubic School; St Leo’s Catholic College; EACH year I look forward to cel- Abbotsleigh; Barker College; Knox ebrating the achievements of our Grammar School; Pymble Ladies’ young people at our local school College; and Ravenswood School end-of-year presentation days. for Girls. In a sign of our times, 2020 saw I was honoured to present sever- our schools having to adapt to al awards to the students who had the COVID-19 restrictions, with distinguished themselves in aca- many proud parents and families demic, sport, performing arts and zooming in from home, work and citizenship pursuits and witnessed even around the world to take part some remarkable musical perfor- in the events. mances both live and recorded. I had the privilege of participat- Congratulations are also in or- ing in 15 presentation days across der for the Year 12 Cohort of 2020. Honoured: Member for Ku-ring-gai Alister Henskens at Year 6 Presentation Day at Pymble Public School. Ku-ring-gai, including Beaumont You displayed a tremendous sense Road Public School; Gordon of resilience and perseverance – all worked so hard for was incredible. For those that I had the pleasure ers who courageously travelled West Public School; Killara Pub- qualities that will serve you well in Thank you to our teachers, staff, of meeting, the powerful sense of through 2020, it was truly a cheer- lic School; Normanhurst Public your future endeavours. volunteers, parents, carers, family community was evident in what ful end to the school year. School; Pymble Public School; To see our students come out of members and friends who are the was a year we didn’t expect. I wish everyone good luck in a Warrawee Public School; Waitara the HSC or IB with the results they custodians of our youth. For our students and teach- new year of learning. Masada shows the strength of community

Supplied: achieved an ATAR of 98.55 and Caleb joined Masada in Year 9 Masada College placed first in the State for Japa- and his parents are incredibly nese and Literature. Seiji will pur- grateful for the care and attention MASADA College was extremely sue a University degree in Aero- to unique learning styles that al- proud of their 2020 cohort and the space Engineering. lowed Caleb to achieve his dream support they showed to one anoth- Masada College Principal Mar- to study nursing. er to complete their HSC during a tin Tait said: “We are so proud of Caleb’s mother Hazel Crossley most difficult year, studying for our students for their hard work, said: “The HSC results and ATAR their final year of schooling and dedication and commitment to Caleb received are a credit to his faced with a pandemic. succeed. Masada students are sup- hard work and the amazing teach- What resonates is the strength ported to access a well-rounded ers who didn’t give up on him. of the Masada Community – this education that offers opportunities Masada gave Caleb his confidence is a community that is supportive, beyond simply test scores. back, encouraged him to be an in- committed and caring. Congratulations: College Principal Martin Tait congratulates Seiji “Within our Year 12 cohort dividual and provided him with The College was very pleased Kawanami, Caleb Crossley and Ran Ashkenazi on their HSC journey. there are many stories of personal a huge sense of self-worth. Our with the HSC results, with 54% achievement beyond expectations heartfelt thanks to Masada for the of students achieving an ATAR The College congratulates their Chemistry and Biology and he as well as remarkable personal environment they have provid- of greater than 85 and a medi- School Captain and College Dux, therefore hopes to pursue a Uni- growth and it is these accomplish- ed Caleb, where no student slips an ATAR of 86. The College was Ran Ashkenazi, who placed fifth in versity degree in Medical/Health ments that we are most proud of.” through the net and our son was particularly proud of the students the State for Science Extension. Science and Medicine. Caleb Crossley, 2020 Year 12 able to far exceed the ATAR re- achieving 100% Band 5 or 6 in 12 Ran says Masada’s science teach- Masada also congratulates their graduating student from Masada quired to enter the degree in nurs- courses. ers have instilled in him a love for HSC Dux, Seiji Kawanami, who College, is one such student. ing at his first choice of University.”

19 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Schools Special: Class of 2020 ATAR Year 12 students soar Masada makes By Esme Mathis students from public schools more Sung-Jun Ki awarded First in dissatisfied with the online teach- Course for Japanese Continuers. changes for 2021 LOCAL Year 12 students have ing methods and resources than The highest ranking non-selec- demonstrated their resilience and their private-school counterparts. tive school in the Hornsby Ku- MIRA Hasofer has been appoint- perseverance against adversity, One in 10 HSC students did ring-gai area was Knox Grammar ed as College Principal to take achieving outstanding HSC re- not have the internet connectiv- School, placing 19th in the state. over from Martin Tait at the start sults despite coronavirus leaving ity required for effective online More than 196 students ob- of Term 3, 2021. them at a significant disadvan- learning, while the majority (87 tained an ATAR of 90 or above, Mr Tait has chosen to transition tage. percent) felt distracted learning in with 30 students achieving an to another role within the College Alongside the mental health cri- a home environment. ATAR of 99+. at the end of Term 2. sis that accompanied the pandem- Regardless of these obstacles, Two students, Timothy Leong Mr Darryl Dorfan, President of ic, the 2020 Year 12 cohort had public school students were well and Jason Lin, achieved ATARs the Masada College Board, said: to navigate through limited face- represented in the NSW Edu- of 99.95, and were Top Achiev- “Mira’s appointment is a key step to-face teaching time, changed cation Standards Authority’s ers in Mathematics Extension 1 for the College as it embarks on a assessment formats and lack of (NESA) Top Achievers and All and 2. promising new chapter in its his- access to classroom materials for Round Achievers list. Alongside the HSC, Interna- tory. Mira is an inspirational ed- major works. Academically selective school tional Baccalaureate (IB) students ucator and leader who has driven “With no set recommendation Hornsby Girls was the high- excelled. change in a diverse international or method offered as to how to est-ranking school in the Hornsby The IB is an internationally rec- setting, successfully prioritising manage the transition [to online Ku-ring-gai LGA, placing sixth in ognised educational program that Jewish values within an inclusive learning], individual schools NSW. Eleven Hornsby Girls stu- is independent of national and environment. were left to teach students as they dents were named Top Achievers, government curriculums. During his tenure, Mr Tait has deemed suitable,” says Rowan meaning each student achieved From Ravenswood School For garnered the respect of the Board, Kunz, CEO of Art of Smart Ed- one of the highest places available Girls (a non-selective school), teachers, parents and students ucation. in an HSC course. Vivienne Yang and Zia Bohm alike and led the College in an ac- Top job: Mira Hasofer has been “As expected, disparities have Serena Catherine Perk was both received perfect IB scores of complished and exceptional man- made Masada College Principal. emerged between the effective- awarded First in Course for Ge- 45 out of 45. ner. ness of face-to-face teaching in ography. This result equates to an ATAR He has helped the College nav- “We thank him for his contribu- the classroom and online teach- Closely following Hornsby of 99.95, placing them in the top igate through the challenges of tion as College Principal and look ing.” Girls was academically selective 0.05% to 1% internationally. the past few years, including the forward to continuing to work According to the Art of Smart school Normanhurst Boys, which Nearly one quarter of the Ra- COVID-19 pandemic, in his gen- with him.” COVID-19 HSC Impact Report, ranked seventh in the state. venswood IB cohort (23%) at- tle, considered, yet firm manner. 43 percent of Year 12 students Nixon Huynh and Andrew tained a score of 40 or above, Mr Dorfan said: “Martin has Find out more about the new felt they did not learn effectively Zhou ranked second for Music equivalent to an ATAR of 98.05. made and continues to make a dif- principal and read the full at home via online learning, with 2 and Physics respectively, with Well done to all. ference in the lives of our students. story at hkpost.com.au

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20 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Schools Special: Class of 2020 ATAR Northholm top of the class

Supplied: rewarded in consecutive years. dividuals and find their passions Northholm Grammar With a global pandemic heavily Got a story? Call 02 8355 5136 so they can lead a well-rounded influential in the background of life and contribute to a thriving CONGRATULATIONS to the their final year of schooling, our or email [email protected] society. Northholm Grammar Class of students were superb in meeting We congratulate Lauren Ivory, 2020 on their truly remarkable the challenges of the HSC Exam- Samuel Allen and Ciaran Dyson HSC results. inations. • 92% of courses achieved above is what they will give to the world. who achieved their Gold Duke of Northholm Grammar was po- The sacrifices were many includ- State Average marks. Academic attainment is an impor- Edinburgh Award. Our success in sitioned 61st in NSW in the Syd- ing the postponement of signifi- Northholm is driven by a deep tant part of the narrative, howev- the Creative and Performing Arts ney Morning Herald HSC Rank- cant rites of passage and the sud- belief that every student is capable er schools have a profound moral is reflected in the Encore Nomi- ings and was the best performing den adjustment to the changing of successful learning and we val- responsibility to their children and nation (Music) for Bridget Davey co-educational school in the Hills landscape of face-to-face teaching ue ‘learning through scholarship’ parents in maturing the individual, and Art Express Nominations for District. to the ‘untested remote learning’ which is about encouraging intel- enabling students to uncover their Bethany Dewhurst and Charlie The extraordinary student per- experience. lectual rigour, independent think- talents and values to make a pos- Whilton. formances are even more excep- However, they did all of that and ing and valuing academic study itive contribution beyond North- Our Year 12 students were en- tional when you consider North- more with enormous resilience and achievement. holm. gaged in a number of service edu- holm Grammar improved 52 and character throughout the year. We want our students to be As much as we are enormously cation initiatives during their time positions from their impressive Northholm Grammar’s standing challenged and to develop a love proud of the academic achieve- at Northholm Grammar which 113th rank (2019) which was a 247 as one of the leading schools in the of learning so they can harness the ments, what is particularly impor- included raising $30,000 for Desti- position improvement from 2018. Sydney metropolitan area is re- intellectual habits that will allow tant is that its complimented with ny Rescue and $15,000 for Project It is with much pride in celebrat- flected in the following highlights: them to be independent and con- an equal desire in character devel- India. ing our student achievements and • 85% of students gaining at least fident. opment and pastoral attentiveness. It is our intention that scholar- recognising that our vision and one Band or Band 6. It is our intention that scholar- ‘The Northholm Way’ is focused ship is what our students will take commitment to academic growth • 55% of students gaining at least ship is what our students will take on a broad education centred on from Northholm and leadership is and scholarship continues to be a Band 6. from Northholm and leadership allowing students to grow as in- what they will give to the world. Loreto Normanhurst lands 11 Top Achievers

Supplied: possible in 10 or more units of of our community,” she said. “We In a cohort of 163 HSC stu- Loreto Normanhurst is also im- Loreto Normanhurst courses studied). wish them well as they bring their dents, six students (4%) attained mensely proud of the 16 students There were 116 students who individual gifts and Loreto educa- an ATAR of 99 and above. 44 who were nominated or selected in LORETO Normanhurst HSC stu- appeared on the Distinguished tion to the world, responding to students (27% of cohort) attained HSC showcases. dents achieved extraordinary re- Achievers List, with a total of 340 the needs of their times and tak- an ATAR of 95 and above; 85 stu- Six students were nominated for sults in the 2020 HSC. mentions. ing their next steps as women of dents (52%) attained an ATAR of OnSTAGE for their work in HSC The school ranked 26th overall Loreto Normanhurst Principal strength, kindness and action.” 90 and above and 137 students Drama, including one student se- in NSW and fourth among Catho- Marina Ugonotti said the excep- The school ranked above state (85%) attained an ATAR of 80 and lected for inclusion. lic schools, recognised in the Syd- tional outcome was a testament to average in 33 out of the 36 sub- above. Five students were nominated ney Morning Herald for contin- the resilience and co-operation of jects offered, with one subject The school’s top ATAR of 99.8 to Shape 2020 for work in Design uous improvement over several the Class of 2020. more than 20 marks over the State was achieved by Olivia Carrozzi, and Technology or Textiles, with years. “This group of students will not mean, five subjects more than 15 making her Dux of 2020. one student selected for inclusion. There were 11 Top Achievers only be remembered for complet- marks over the State mean, 18 Olivia was also recognised There was one student was in Course (students who attained ing their final year of schooling subjects more than 10 marks over among the Top Achievers in nominated for ENCORE for their a place in NSW for a subject) and during a time of historic disrup- the State mean and 29 subjects Course, placing third in NSW for work in HSC Music, and four 16 All-Round Achievers (students tion, but also for the extensive con- more than five marks over the Economics and fourth in NSW for nominated for ARTEXPRESS for who achieved the highest band tributions they made to the fabric State mean. Studies of Religion II. their work in HSC Visual Arts. Community New Return and Earn reverse vending machine

By Matt Kean, their Facebook page The Gers downloading the MyTOMRA app Member for Hornsby Bottle Project. before visiting. That is why I am thrilled to see By using this return point, in AS Minister for Environment I am another reverse-vending machine combination with your household extremely proud of the way the switched on just before Christmas recycling collection, we can all Hornsby community has embraced at Rofe Park in Hornsby. do our bit to reduce the millions the Return and Earn scheme. This brings the number of lo- of containers that are littered in Locally, we have seen more than cal return points to 10 including the NSW environment each year 28 million containers returned machines at Thornleigh Brickpit while also being rewarded for our through the scheme since it began, and Berowra Tavern. I also know efforts. which is a phenomenal achieve- many locals like to drop off their Rofe Park is located at 100 Gal- ment. cans to Michael at the Berowra ston Road, Hornsby Heights. I have also seen many lo- Post Office, which is located at The machine will be open from cal charity groups, such as the 10a Berowra Waters, Berowra. 8am to 7pm daily. Mt Kuring-gai Rural Fire Service, For those who haven’t used a using it for fundraising. machine, you will have the option For more information on the The Gers family from Hornsby to print a voucher for the refund Return and Earn scheme, Heights raise money for Hornsby amount, redeemable for cash at including checking container Hospital and the Women’s Shelter Coles, or alternatively they can eligibility or the status of your by collecting bottles and cans. You opt for an e-voucher or payment nearest return point, visit can follow their journey through into their PayPal account by www.returnandearn.org.au New addition: Member for Hornsby Matt Kean at Rofe Park.

21 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Community Northcott meets Neighbourhood growing demand Watch: How to

By Esme Mathis keep in touch

DISABILITY services provider Northcott has opened a new office NEIGHBOURHOOD Watch is for free on the WatchOut! website. at 3/2 William Street, Hornsby. a crime prevention program that Awareness and education are one With a large, open-plan space, strives to enhance community of the most effective ways to pro- ample parking and a central lo- safety and reduce localised crime. tect yourself, and this resource lists cation, the staff and customers at As a community-based organi- common scams, tools used to trick Northcott now have more flexibil- sation, Neighbourhood Watch acts you, warning signs and other im- ity when planning and organising as a conduit between the NSW Po- portant advice. activities and events. lice Command and the public. Neighbourhood Watch also pro- “We are very proud of this Through their Facebook pages vides free resources to improve friendly and welcoming space,” and weekly eNewsletter, Neigh- community safety. says Liz Forsyth, CEO of North- bourhood Watch keeps people If parked cars frequently block cott. “We hope all our customers up-to-date with local crime statis- the entrance of your driveway and are proud too as this is also their tics, offers support for victims and impede your visibility, contact space. This year has been chal- Room to move: Northcott CEO Liz Forsyth officially opens gives advice for deterring crime. Neighbourhood Watch to borrow lenging for everyone, particular- the new office space with customers Penni and Kakra. This program is not funded at a a free stencil. Marking lines at the ly for the team and customers in community level by the NSW Po- end of your driveway will act as a our Hornsby family. We believe Last year, the two sisters com- self,” says Penni. “I’m more of an lice Force, but relies upon sponsor- deterrent. it’s worth it. This new space will pleted Northcott’s Vocational adult, and my responsibilities have ships, fundraising initiatives and Additionally, vehicle registration allow the local team to plan new Skills Training and Employment changed. I feel really happy when volunteers. plates usually come with normal activities to keep supporting cus- Service in Hornsby. Northcott people tell me I’ve done a good Originally established to pro- screws, making it easy for num- tomers to achieve their goals.” helped prepare them for employ- job. I feel satisfied and proud. tect private and commercial prop- ber plates to be stolen and used As one of Australia’s largest ment, by organising work expe- Thank you Northcott.” erty, Neighbourhood Watch has on other vehicles to avoid recogni- not-for-profit disability services rience at Coles and teaching the Alongside working two days a expanded to include new crimes tion in speeding cameras and toll organisations, Northcott helps twins essential work and social week, Penni and Kakra continue such as identity theft, fraud and roads. Contact Neighbourhood 13,500 people across NSW and skills. to attend Northcott Hornsby’s Ev- cyber-crime. Watch for free one-way locking the ACT develop essential skills Now, Penni and Kakra have eryday Life Skills and Vocational An A-Z index of crime pre- screws that will prevent number and build confidence. Some of the started their first paid job as office Skills. They are excited about the vention strategies and resources plates from being stolen. courses Northcott offers include cleaners for Facilities First Austra- new space of the office, and the can be found on their WatchOut! Neighbourhood Watch encour- Vocational Skills Training, Em- lia, a cleaning, maintenance and mixture of independence and sup- website, including links to rele- ages all criminal matters to be ployment Skills 4 Life and Every- facilities services management port which it provides. vant government departments and reported to the police, no matter day Life Skills. company centred in Macquarie “It’s great to have more room non-profit organisations. how small or seemingly insignifi- Twins Penni and Kakra, 21, Park. to do more cooking and that we One valuable resource is the cant. were present at the official open- “It’s awesome. I feel happy, can walk to the shopping centre ACCC’s “The Little Black Book of Most crimes in Hornsby Ku- ing of the new Northcott office. grown-up and really proud of my- and back,” says Penni. Scams”, which can be downloaded ring-gai are solved with informa- tion gathered from the commu- nity, and any information may be part of a bigger picture or help protect another member of the community in the future. Ruling the galaxy is Just Better For more information about Neighbourhood Watch and its services, visit their from your own home. Facebook page, or visit www.watchout.org.au for a wealth of resources.

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22 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Community Community radio lands grant In need of help?

By Stephen Holland, casting Foundation (cbf.org.au), z Establishing the Youth Radio If you’re experiencing domestic violence and/or Chairman 2 HHH FM Limited Community Partnership Building Network homelessness and need safety and shelter now, contact Grant from Alister Henskens SC z Delivery of podcast recording, Domestic Violence Crisis Line on 1800 656 463 or AS this issue of the Hornsby Ku- MP, Member for Ku-ring-gai and editing and engineering facilities Link2Home on 1800 152 152. ring-gai Post lands in your letter- now I am delighted to announce for the community box, nominations to become a that Matt Kean MP, Member for z More community based Out- These services are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. director of 2 HHH FM Ltd have Hornsby advised that a Communi- side Broadcasts, working with the They will provide immediate assistance including help to closed. ty Building Partnership Grant has two local governments and com- find a place to stay – which may be with us the Hornsby The roll, the members eligible to been approved for this year. munity groups Ku-ring-gai Women’s Shelter or another WCS shelter. vote at the AGM, closed at mid- When announcing the Grant to z Greater coverage of wom- night on January 18, 2020. Triple H, Kean said: “I am thrilled en’s sport within the community, 1800RESPECT 1800 737 732 The AGM is scheduled for Sun- to be able to assist Triple H with through specialist sports program Hornsby Hospital (02) 9477 9123 day, February 28 from 2pm and a grant of $26,700 for the ren- broadcast from our studios MensLine Australia 1300 789 978 (24 hours a day) will be held via Zoom. Please read ovations to Studio B. Triple H z And much more… the AGM Notice in the Classifieds provides a vital service, helping Our move to Wallarobba with section. to inform and entertain the com- its accessibility options provides Share your news! One of the pleasures I have be- munity on local news and events. us with much greater ability to ing the Chairman is to acknowl- I can’t wait to see their new home support the broad needs of our Contact us for a story edge the station’s alumni. and the transformation which can community. Email [email protected] Last month, I listed some of our now occur thanks to the injection As always if you would like to alumni but left out two of the more of these funds.” be involved with any or all of these or call 02 8355 5136 successful of the NORTH FM/Tri- These grants have facilitated our activities or just help out in the of- ple H FM alumni. They were Jason move to Wallarobba. Henskens’ fice, go to the website and become Morrison and Heidi Tiltins, both grant has funded the equipment a volunteer or member. have gone on to lead successful required to build the first of our triplehfm.com.au media careers. My apologies to Ja- modern studio’s at Wallarobba. son, Heidi and their families. Our projects for this year in- Disclaimer: Stephen Holland As we approach the AGM, it is clude: delivers the Thursday important to acknowledge the Drive program 100 Percent support Triple H receives from the Australian with community through sponsorships. Stephen, is the I ask that as a community we sup- Chairman of port those businesses that want to 2 HHH FM Ltd see your radio station stay on air. and provides a Over the past few years, we range of support have received support through activities to grants from multiple sources, in- the Hornsby cluding the Community Broad- Ku-ring-gai Post Lease relief

SelfSELFSelfSSe CareCareCARE for victims UnitsUNIT LOAN LICENCEUnits AGREEMENT 1 Br1 BEDROOM $266,859$208,000 2BOND Br $376,585$306,000$375,,000 Retentions (DMF) of 5% p.a. for 6 years applies ONE ONLY of violence Maintenance Fee of $82.68 per week, adjusted each 1st July by the CPI By Cecilia Castle, give the landlord or their agent a domestic This beautifully maintained,ntained Castle Lawyers at Asquith violence termination notice attaching the appropriate evidence of domestic violence DOMESTIC violence is a scourge on as set out above. Any other co-tenants must sunny village offers society that has been exacerbated by also be provided with the same notice. COVID-19. Every person has the right to There is no minimum period required to Self-Care (with 24-hour on-call care) and live in a safe environment and assistance give the notice, and the termination date of highly respected Hostel facilities. is readily available for victims needing to the lease can be given the same day. Impor- break their leases or have the perpetrator tantly, the termination notice does not need The Village is set in park-like gardens exit their rented premises. to be given in person. Property damage to and the Self-Care Units (1 and 2 Where a residential tenant or their de- premises caused by perpetrators of domes- bedroom) are one-storey terrace cottages pendent children find themselves in do- tic violence is not required to be made good mestic violence circumstances during their by victims who may be co-tenants. Victims with front and back doors opening onto tenancy they can end their lease immedi- who are not on the lease can also apply to small verandahs, each with its own fully ately and without penalty. The victim will become tenants if the perpetrator has been maintained garden area. need evidence of a Domestic Violence Or- evicted from the premises by court order. der or Family Court injunction, or obtain a For victims of domestic violence, suf- Declaration from a prescribed professional fering in silence is a bad decision. Seek that can verify the tenant to be a victim of immediate help from police, health profes- CHRISTOPHORUS HOUSE domestic violence. These professionals in- sionals, support groups, family and friends. retirement village clude the medical profession, a wide range The community cares. of other health care workers, psycholo- 396396 Peats Pacific Ferry Highway Rd, Hornsby Hornsby NSW NSW 2077 2077 [email protected] Fax: (02) 9987 0212 gists, counsellors, child protection work- Cecilia Castle is the principal AllAll enquiries enquiries welcome: welcome: (02) (02) 9476 9476 3161 3161extext.3 6 OfficeOffice Fax:Fax: (02)(02) 9477 9477 57685768 ers and social workers. To end a tenancy of Castle Lawyers at Asquith. due to domestic violence the victim must CastleLawyers.com.au www.christophorushouse.com.au 23 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Community New world era and new local strategies

By Janelle McIntosh

I HOPE that you’ve all had a chance to share time this January with your families and loved ones. While there are still very obvi- ous challenges as we manage the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new year does give us cause for hope. I can’t help but also reflect on the major changes in US politics that are happening as I write this Progress: Work has begun on the refurbishment of the Hornsby Central Library. article. As the world welcomes the Biden-Harris administration, we Here in Hornsby our Council Recycling Centre – and idea that is that work is commencing on much-loved library – as I am sure celebrate in Vice President Kama- work continues – and this month has been taken up enthusiastically the refurbishment of our Hornsby you will agree. la Harris the first woman elected will see the release of our Draft by many in our community. Central Library. Work commences Images shown are from the to the office. You can’t help but Leash-Free Dog Park Strategy, To support dog owners Council late January when the construction Council website, and you can welcome a change in the tone of ready for your comments. is considering the addition of eight company take over the site to com- read further about the refurbish- political discourse that this change I urge you to head to our website new dog off-leash areas: in Thorn- plete internal refurbishment, mi- ments and see more of the imag- in administration will bring – this (www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/coun- leigh, Hornsby Heights, Mount nor external works and signage. In es at www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/ is true not just for America but for cil/noticeboard/your-say) where Colah, Pennant Hills, Cherry- the lead up to the refurbishments library/library-reburbishments politics everywhere. you can access the draft document brook, Galston, Wiseman’s Ferry you’ll see collections, public com- I look forward to sharing more Here in Australia we’re now and provide your feedback. and Brooklyn. puters and photocopying moving Council and community news getting back into routines – back Did you know there are more Also proposed is the expansion to the centre of the library floor. throughout the year ahead. to work and back to school. A big than 21,000 dog owners in our of existing dog facilities at Rofe The refurbishment will provide shout-out to all the young peo- Shire? We receive huge respons- Park and Greenway Park. a new entrance and information Janelle McIntosh is a ple who are starting off their big es to all activities and strategies These proposals need your feed- area, new seating and meeting Hornsby Shire Councillor, journeys this year: either starting that involve our beloved pets in back – so I encourage you all to spaces, together with a new chil- and passionate advocate kindy, heading to high school or our area. Just last year we com- check out the strategy and pass on dren’s library area. for sustainability, resilient off to higher education opportu- menced offering for sale dog-poo your comments. This are long-awaited and well small businesses and nities. composting bins at our Thornleigh The best news I have to share overdue improvements to our economic development Gardening Raindrops on roses

By Gregory Lewis with specific soil bacteria and mi- cro-organisms helping to ‘fix’ the WITH greater Sydney experienc- nitrogen into nitrates thus making ing the effects of a La Niña weath- it more readably absorbable for er system this summer home gar- plants. deners have been able to ‘ease off’ As nitrogen is a major compo- using their watering systems. nent of plant chlorophyll and ami- A lower water bill is good news no acids we get to experience the indeed and in addition rainwater satisfaction of seeing our lawns, is also beneficial for our gardens gardens and pot plants respond and lawns being a type of ‘slow to the rain in a way that is almost release fertiliser’. ‘tangible’. Science tells us that as the sun With rainwater being slightly evaporates water from the Earth’s acidic compared to tap or ‘potable’ oceans, lakes and rivers weather water which is slightly alkaline events such as low or high-pres- harvesting or collecting rainwater sure systems cause moist air to enables a gardener to target plants rise and then cool allowing water like azaleas, camellias, gardenias vapour to condense. and rhododendrons or vegetables Individual raindrops form as like beans, carrots, peas and toma- they combine with miniscule par- toes. ticles of dust and debris gradually So it isn’t an optical illusion becoming droplets that eventually that your plants look refreshed fall to the ground as rain. for weeks after a few days of With our atmosphere contain- good steady rain – the science is ing approximately 78 per cent there to back it up so why not take nitrogen these raindrops contain advantage of a resource becom- tiny amounts of nitrogen that are ingly increasingly known as ‘liq- critical to plant and animal life uid gold’.

24 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Gardening Hard yards at Easy Care Gardening

By Meredith Kirton

GARDENING is a hugely popular pastime, especially in Sydney’s north. There’s always things to do in Our volunteers are not trained the garden. Each season has its horticulturists, but they are com- challenges and rewards, and some mitted to helping their neighbours would say the best thing about weed, prune, mulch and make gar- gardening in February is that au- dens safe and tidy and “easy care” tumn is just around the corner. for those in need. It can be hard yards. At least To our volunteers it’s really not the grass is growing so well with ‘hard yards’. They love the work our recent rains that all the worn and many stay for 10, 15 and even patches and browned grass of the 20 years and at the end of three summer of 2020 are a thing of the hours they can see what a differ- past… and as they say, don’t let ence their hard work makes for the grass grow under your feet! someone in the who can no longer So what is Easy Care Garden- look after it themselves, but wants ing? It’s not putting down fake turf to stay in their own home. and pebbles, rather it’s about put- Some start volunteering half a ting down genuine roots into your day and end up doing three. It’s all community. about meeting new friends, enjoy- Easy Care Gardening Inc. is a ing the outdoors and sitting back charitable organisation that oper- and enjoying a cuppa together at ates in the Hornsby and Ku-ring- the end of a session. Harvest: Easy Care Gardening volunteers with an impressive haul of Turkey rhubarb. gai area (as well as Hunters Hill If that sort of connection and and the City of Ryde) to help its company sounds like something older citizens be able to stay living you might enjoy, we’re always at home by helping them with the happy to have new volunteers. garden. If it’s gardening you need, Essentially volunteers put up you’ll need to check if you can their hands to help and Easy Care qualify through the My Aged Care Gardening provides the admin website and ask for Easy Care back-up, tools and co-ordination. Gardening. Donate your time ARE you seeking a way to make outdoors? Maybe you’re looking a difference in your community? to organise some corporate volun- Perhaps you’ve retired and want teering and want to help with prac- to connect with your neighbours? tical solutions. Do you have some community Whatever your motivation, Easy service requirements for the Duke Care Gardening would love to find of Edinburgh Award, the Interna- a placement for you. tional Baccalaureate, your uni- Donate your time (as little JOIN US IN THE GARDEN! versity or need to work off some as three hours a fortnight) and fines? we will provide you with all the Are the kids off your hands and training you need and tools for you want to garden to stay fit rath- job. (02)9983 1644 er than head to the gym? Do you live in an apartment but Phone us on 9983 1644 [email protected] want to get your hands dirty, or or email volunteering@ are you a carer wanting a break easycaregardening.org.au Green thumb: Hannah at work in the garden. Normanhurst Neighbourhood Garden

THE Neighbourhood Garden in the Uniting Church supported the Normanhurst began in 2015 when project. From the first few raised a group of locals met to discuss garden beds they have expanded the idea of a community garden. greatly thus enabling the growth The garden has proven to pro- of a wide variety of fruit, vege- vide an outreach in the local com- tables and herbs. When you feel munity for like-minded people to COVID safe feel free to wander in meet together and enjoy time chat- any Saturday morning for a chat or ting and sharing in a garden. join them for a cuppa. Following It had become obvious that many the regular morning tea and chat residents were unsure of how to time garden produce is distributed interact with their neighbours so amongst the members, often quite the idea of the garden was instigat- a bounty. No gardening pre requi- ed to encourage friendships. site is required and new members The location at 2 Buckingham are always welcome. Avenue, Normanhurst was cho- sen as it afforded open spaces For more details, phone enabling plants to get six to eight Mick on 0437 613 718 or hours of sunshine every day and Margaret on 0437 475 318 Supplied by Normanhurst Neighbourhood Garden. 25 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021

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For more local Public Notice Letters to the Editor Annual General Meeting content and 2 HHH FM Limited - ABN 17 093 755 312 WHAT a pleasant surprise to The home-builder program the latest find in the mailbox the January announced by the Federal The Directors of 2 HHH FM Limited advises financial members that the edition of the HK Post. We Government last year could have community Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday, February 28, 2021 from found it fascinating reading been used to increase the stock stories, 2:00 PM. and a wonderful change from of social and affordable housing. Financial members are members who’s membership was fully paid up at 6:00 PM on Sunday, January 17, 2021. the daily papers or the previous The money provided to help please visit Members will be advised by email of the agenda of the Annual General mass-produced so-called ‘locals’. people do expensive renovations us online at Meeting. We certainly need a local slant could have been used to adapt on what is going on, particularly homes so that elderly and disabled hkpost.com.au Stephen Holland, Chairman as this keeps us together as a people could live independently. On behalf of the Directors community. I hope that local Why were new bathrooms businesses will appreciate the and kitchens given higher need to support your efforts priority than shelter for a so that we can continue to mother and her children have your paper delivered. fleeing domestic violence? R Lawrence B Thomas Wahroonga Turramurra

THE two articles on rising GREAT historical article as well as homelessness in our area photos of Asquith in your January (HK Post, January, 2021) remind edition. The Bushland Shire has us that a home is a basic human most certainly seen plenty of right. Just as it is the responsibility change throughout the years and of government to provide it’s great to go back in time down healthcare and education, it memory lane to remind us all on also should be a government how it all was and how we were. obligation to provide adequate I look forward to housing for all citizens through your next edition. correct policies or, where Patrick H necessary, by direct funding. Mt Colah

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27 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Sport: Registrations Open Berowra Football Club Join the Cobras today berowrafc.org.au/registration

Girls and Boys New teams welcome 5 years to Over 45s Keep active and have fun All skill levels Great Facilities

Northern Galaxy Football A football organisation focused on "What's Best For Her" Girls' & Women's Only - Lots of teams All ages from 7 to 70 New Northern Galaxy Uniform All skills and abilities welcome Free shorts and socks for all players Lots of support Together Berowra FC & Mount Colah FC have over 1,400 members & 100 coaches The largest football community north of Hornsby

Register to play at: A football partnership between Mount Berowra: berowrafc.org.au or Colah Football Club and Berowra Football Club to promote female Mount Colah: mountcolahcolts.com football (soccer) north of Hornsby

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29 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 Sport Everyone gets to play AFL in 2021

By Graeme de Vllance, Kickability is for kids with disa- Pennant Hills AFL bilities who want to try AFL. The program focuses on, but not limit- STEVE Protogeros’ energy is in- ed to participants with intellectu- fectious. The president of Pennant al disabilities and boys and girls Hills Demons Junior AFL Club is aged between 9-16 can take part. genuinely excited about 2021. We want to create an environment Inclusive: Kickability is a specialised Aussie Rules program designed by AFL NSW/ACT to allow boys and After a tough 2020 season due where everyone can play – we are girls with a disability the opportunity to be involved in Australia’s game. to COVID interruptions, it’s like a club for the whole family.” pressing reset on season 2020. Clearly the club take the family RU OK? Round – let alone the 16 Sheather was drafted to the Syd- ing his dreams. But, I’m always “We were really looking for- tag seriously, as they hold many Rounds of footy!” ney Swans in December after a looking for more volunteers!” ward to introducing our Kickabil- special events. The passion and enthusiasm of proud tradition of Penno Juniors. ity program last year,” Protogeros “We will have our Family Fun the Demons volunteers make this “We are so proud of Marc and Registrations are now open said. “COVID added a lot of pres- Day as well as our Try AFL days club a fertile ground for building his family and we can’t wait to see for Pennant Hills Demons sure to our volunteers and start- coming up,” Protogeros said. brilliant young people. Not only him in the red and white on the Junior AFL’s Auskick, ing this new initiative on top of “We will also be back with our does AFL build great life skills SCG,” Protogeros said. “So many Boys, girls and brand new keeping our boys and girls teams special ANZAC Round, Mother’s but playing at Penno can take you volunteers at our club can be proud Kickability programs. on the park was just too much, but Day Round, Indigenous Round all the way to the professional that in some small way, they have Register today at nothing is stopping us this year. with Uncle Neil Evers and our AFL. Former Penno Demon Marc a hand in this young man achiev- www.pennodemons.com Northern Galaxy A Heartfelt reaches the stars Achievement By Rob Wing Supplied HKDTA

WOMEN’S football is becoming to provide a unique focus on the Northern Galaxy will play in On Friday 22 January 2021 sev- was most enthusiastic about more and more popular off the girls and women’s game. new colours to be announced soon. eral local political figures, Council- encouraging children to learn back of the Matildas’ recent in- This includes: Players will have the opportuni- lors and representatives of Tennis and enjoy playing tennis. In ternational success and Australia • Football programs and path- ty to vote on the final strip design. NSW and the Hardcourt Tennis this process Mai touched many hosting the 2023 FIFA Women’s ways for girls of all ages and abil- This year will see all players re- Association gathered to pay hom- HKDTA has embarked upon a World Cup. ity from social through to devel- ceive new shorts and socks at no age to Mai Donnelly and celebrate program of rejuvenation of club As a result, Berowra and Mount opment football; extra cost. Both club presidents a major point of achievement in facilities under the direction of Colah football clubs have formed • Quality coaching focused on Brad Rayner and Paul Ferry have the history of Hornsby Ku-ring- a new President, Eddy Watson, a new partnership, Northern Gal- the girls’ and women’s game; and led the push to provide increased gai District Tennis Association who leads an administrative team axy. This partnership is designed • “What’s Best For Her” cen- opportunities for girls to enjoy (HKDTA). It was the official inspired by Mai and Marc’s ex- to leverage the best of both clubs tric. playing football. Northern Galaxy opening of four newly surfaced ample. Considerable energy has will cater for those looking for a courts supplied with energy sav- been put into the repair of facili- fun social experience right up to ing LED lighting. It was an event ties and sourcing funds for capi- those looking to play competitive- both sombre and celebratory. tal improvements. In dedicating a ly at an elite level. For more than twenty five years, memorial garden to Mai Donnelly, Mai Donnelly and her husband Eddy, gave thanks to all involved Marc dedicated themselves self- with the refurbishment program We are always lessly to the interests of the club, ex- and in particular thanked Horns- keen to promote panding membership and catering by Council and staff, Tennis NSW generously for players and guests. and the NSW Hardcourt Tennis local sports and In an emotional and heart- Association for their vital con- share stories. felt commemorative speech, tributions to tennis in our area. Marc described how Mai had Friday night was both a memo- arrived in Australia, leaving all rial to Mai’s legacy and a celebra- Email contact@ her family behind in Vietnam. tion of a tennis community effort. After Marc and Mai married, As Marc Donnelly commented, hkpost.com.au Mai completely embraced the “If Mai is looking down upon or call tennis club, referring to members us, she would be very happy to On the ball: Young players from Northern Galaxy, a new partnership as her family. It was a very per- see what has been achieved”. between Berowra and Mount Colah football clubs. 02 8355 5136 sonal commitment. Mai warm- ly welcomed newcomers and See more: hkpost.com.au 30 Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Post - Issue 6, February, 2021 puzzles

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