bentley park resident newsletter

December 2012

Security NumberIf the Resident Support Services number is unavailable residents are reminded the mobile contact number for Security is:

0413 388 650

Bentley Park Social Club - pg 3 Bentley Park News - pg 4 Kingia/Tandara Auxiliary - pg 5What’s On Calendar - pg 6 & 7 Bentley Park Show - pg 9

Inside this issue >The Town of Victoria Park Brass Band - 14th December

Bentley Park Social Club

As we enter the festive season, I see evidence of the spirit of friendship and community across our Community as many of our clubs and groups enjoy their respective Christmas and end of year celebrations. One of the advantages of being a large Community is the diversity of the social and recreational choices that our residents themselves over the years have introduced. We have exceptional talent and commitment within our residents, whether it be here at Bentley or down south at Australind, and this directly contributes to the wonderful lifestyle for which we are renowned. Our volunteers are special peopleAs is our tradition, during the first week of December each year we celebrate International Volunteers Day by acknowledging the extraordinary efforts of our many volunteers. This year we will hold a “Masquerade Breakfast” to say “THANK-YOU” to our very special people.. In marking this day, I wish to convey my personal thanks to all of our volunteers who go about their business throughout the year making Bentley Park a better place to live. There are so many different roles that our volunteers are engaged in with each person bringing their individual talent, skill and commitment to their work. A number of studies have measured the value to the Australian economy of the time volunteers give doing a wide variety of volunteer jobs. Of course, it is not monetary reward that volunteers are seeking but the desire to contribute to their community. We appreciate that the services provided by this special group of people are essential to a

non-profit organisation such as SwanCare Group and we acknowledge with gratitude the work they do. To us, they are TRULY SPECIAL PEOPLE.

Paying tribute to our long serving staffA continuing tradition at SwanCare Group is to also recognise exceptional lengths of service amongst our staff. Around this time each year we recognise those staff who have achieved 10, 20, 25 and yes, even 30 years’ service to our organisation. In a challenging work environment and with the transient nature of today’s modern workforce it is truly an amazing achievement that we can celebrate and recognise service periods of such great length. We pride ourselves as being an employer of choice in the aged care sector. We want to make our employees feel proud of working for SwanCare Group and we try to ensure that they are continually acknowledged and appreciated for their hard work and commitment. When I see lengths of service such as this I get a sense of validation that we must be doing things right. This year we acknowledged the following staff members with 10 years service, Sheryl Edwards from Hospitality, Carole Boyd, Maria Bacaron, Angela Wright and Teresa Gonzales all from Residential Care, Fiona Millar and Ronnie Deans from Admin. In addition, this year we also acknowledged 25 years of service from our much valued, loved and respected librarian Penny Felder. We are very proud of all these wonderful staff members.

Changes at Board LevelAt the SwanCare Group AGM held at the end of November, Martin Dunleavy, Chair for the past six years decided to hand over the baton of leadership. Martin was the Chair of SwanCare Group during a very challenging period in which he oversaw major changes in the way that the organisation went about its business. During Martin’s tenure he established a strong focus on governance and detailed strategic planning, which has enabled SwanCare Group to re-build its financial position and create a stable and

sustainable business platform. With Martin stepping down, the Board unanimously elected Julian Keys to the position of Board Chair. Julian has been Martin’s Deputy for the past three years, and has been instrumental in driving the association’s re-focus on governance and strategy. Julian also has a wealth of knowledge in the field of human resources and training and these skills have been greatly valued during his current tenure. Julian is keen to continue the excellent work and build upon the solid foundation and platform that Martin has delivered. To assist Julian, the Board elected Professor Robin Watts to the position of Deputy Chair. Robin has been a member

of the board for 18 months and her skills as specialist nursing practitioner coupled with her detailed understanding of clinical governance and ethics have been a great asset to the Board. As per the constitution, both Julian and Robin have been appointed for a period of one year. In addition to the two new Board positions, there were also changes to the Village Resident Advisory Council (VRAC) representatives. As you all know, SwanCare Group is one of the only villages where residents actually get a seat at the Board table, in our case two seats. We find this an extremely valuable addition to the running of the organisation and the input from the village members is very much appreciated. Their input provides grounding for the Board and is a reminder of why and for whom the organisation exists. This year, we saw Brian Dale stand down from his

Martin Dunleavy

Julian Keys

Prof. Robin Watts

Across My Desk

CEO’s Report

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Public Notices Catholic Services 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month in the Stratton Centre commencing at 11am.

Rowethorpe Uniting Church Rowethorpe Uniting Church Weekly Sunday Services are conducted in the Rowethorpe Chapel 10:00am with visiting Ministers. Contact Pam Hind – 9470 4139.

Podiatry Services Based at the Medical Centre in Graham Crescent. Rebates are claimable from private health insurers. Please call for our opening hours or to make a booking. Messagebank: 6468 0038

The Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park We would love to see you at our Sunday Service of praise and song. We are from all denominations and would love to welcome you into the Christian Fellowship. We meet at the JP Stratton Centre every Sunday 9.30am. The fourth Sunday of each month is our Prayer & Praise service, led by members of our group. All enquiries B. Bennett – 9472 6857. For transport phone Ken Sinclair – 9361 0131. The Christian Fellowship (Get Together) Meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at the Stratton Centre at 10:30am. We meet for coffee, tea & tidbits. We find plenty of things we enjoy sharing & discussing. Ring Betty Bennett – 9472 6857

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role of VRAC President and hence, Board representative number one. Brian was on the Board for two years and provided valuable input and insightful comment on the concerns, needs and aspirations of the village residents whom he so diligently and conscientiously represented. Replacing Brian as the VRAC Board representative number one is his previous Deputy and now new Chair of the VRAC, Carolyn Wellstead. The second VRAC representative to the Board will be Tom Brazier. Residents can be assured that Carolyn and Tom will continue with the great work of representing your concerns at Board level.

Out and AboutDuring the month I had great pleasure in attending several functions and special events held in the village, and my sincere thanks and praise go out to the hard working team of organisers that bring these functions together. We seem to have established an enviable ability to run and organise wonderful events, which are always well attended and enjoyed by residents. This month I attended the following …. The Volunteer Morning Tea held at Kingia to say thank-you and to acknowledge the dedication and commitment that our volunteers provide day in and day out towards helping to make the lives of our residents in care that much more fulfilling and enriching. The Melbourne Cup Luncheon run by the Bentley Park Social Club was a wonderful success and enjoyed by a large number of residents – it was a huge winner .. unlike my horses !! The Annual Undercroft Bowls challenge again showed up the prowess of our residents as they managed to thoroughly humiliate and embarrass admin staff with their amazing bowling skills and likewise highlight the dismal lack of bowling ability that emanates from within the admin ranks. Definitely more practice is needed ….. The Australind Rise Project Control Group (PCG) Meeting. The final PCG meeting was held during the month in the recently completed community centre and it highlighted to me the tremendous potential of this superb venue. The residents did a marvellous job in catering and organising the event. Clearly we are very fortunate to have a very dedicated, proud and enthusiastic group of Australind Rise residents who are great ambassadors for the community and all that this South West lifestyle has to offer. And finally …. as this will be the last Tidings for 2012, I wish all residents and friends of Bentley Park a wonderful, safe and relaxing Christmas and New Year. See you around the village …. Graham Francis, Chief Executive Officer

Bentley Park Social Club

Well, the Melbourne Cup – and the Village luncheon – has come and gone for another year. It was very successful from all aspects of attendance, food, the Sweeps of course, and great entertainment by Les Meade. We were also pleased to welcome some of the Administration staff, who joined in the festivities. The Town of Victoria Park Brass Band will entertain residents on Friday evening, the 14th December on the grassed area near the Stratton Centre/Peter’s Pavilion and the Christmas atmosphere will be a great attraction, including seasonal fare. Following this, will be the New Year’s Eve celebrations, for which table allocations will be required. Tickets will be available on the 12th December, and after that date from Administration Reception.

Op ShopThe Op Shop is doing very well indeed at the moment, including managing to sell some of the larger furniture pieces which had been donated. Please note: The Op Shop staff will all be attending the Volunteers’ Breakfast on Wednesday, 5th December, so the premises will not be open until 10am on that day. There will be a Dollar Sale on clothing on

Saturday, 22nd December - the last opening

day until Saturday, 5th January 2013.

RecyclingA large load of recycled newspaper (5.8

tonnes) was removed recently from Bentley

Park premises which provided further funds

for activities for Village residents.

AGMThe Bentley Park Social Club Annual General

Meeting will be held on Friday, 18th January

at 9am, and all residents are invited to

attend. Coffee and tea will be available.

All Committee Members are elected for two

years and may stand for re-election but are

limited to four years before they must stand

down. Currently, there are three (3) vacancies

on the Committee due to ill-health.

Please fill in the form below - your input

will be very welcome – and come along

to the meeting to join up for a stint on the

Committee, bringing your enthusiasm and

commitment to ensure that events are

the best they can be for the benefit of all

Villagers.

Shirley Barnes

President of the Bentley Park Social Club

New Recruits Required for the Bentley Park Social Club CommitteeThe Social Club Committee organises/coordinates the primary social activities for our residents at Bentley Park. Currently, we are seeking three new members to assist at least over the next twelve months, due to the retirement of three of our hard working members this year, because of ill health.

We are seeking people with organisational skills and enthusiasm, who do not mind a little hard work and can make a regular commitment. Please complete the form below and send it to: The President, Bentley Park Social Club c/- Administration, SwanCare Group. Note: If you would like to assist the Social Club as a volunteer at intermittent times, please complete the form and make a note to that effect, so we have a list of potential assistants.

Name: ......................................................................................................... Phone Number: ........................................................................................... Any special skills and experience that you can offer: ................................. ..................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................... ..................................................................................................................... .....................................................................................................................

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SwanCare Group Rewards and Recognition ProgramIn September this year, a group of staff from SwanCare Group were gathered together to develop a meaningful Rewards and Recognition Program for the employees of SwanCare Group. The idea of this group was to develop a programme to show SwanCare Group staff how valued they are to the organisation. Much progress has been made and the program is scheduled to be launched in February, 2013. Part of the group’s work was to discover what employees wanted to be recognised for and what they felt were good rewards. A staff survey was circulated with a very positive response from across the organisation. A lot of information has been gathered to make SwanCare Group’s Rewards and Recognition Program something that will give back to the employees who deserve recognition and hopefully further enhance the care we deliver to our residents and their families. The group thanks everyone who participated in the survey and we were delighted to see so many people attend the morning tea on Friday 9th November at Tandara. The four winners were announced and Kym was on hand to present the 50 dollar notes! Corrina Alderson, EN from Waminda, Marie Meetoo, PCC from Tandara and Ann Royal from Food Services.

Debbie Mitchell, Housekeeping Attendant was on leave on the day of the morning tea but has since received her prize. All are $50.00 richer after their random selection from all survey entries. SwanCare Group’s Rewards and Recognition Program? Watch this space!!!

Administration will be closed on the following days:

Friday 14th December

Monday 24th December

Tuesday 25th December

Wednesday 26th December

Monday 31st December – closing at 1pm

Tuesday 1st January 2013

Library NewsWould you like to win a $20.00 Coles voucher just by borrowing a book or DVD from the Village Library??? Nothing could be easier! Just visit our village library, at the rear of the Administration Building, any Monday, Wednesday or Friday 9.15am – 12.15pm; borrow books or DVD’s and your name will automatically go into that month’s draw to win a $20.00 voucher. The first lucky winner will be drawn on the 11th February 2013. Results will be published in the March Tidings. I hope to make this a regular monthly activity to encourage more readers to use our library. We may be a small library but if we haven’t got what you’re after I can order it in. The library will be closed from 12.15pm on Friday 21st December and opening again on Wednesday 9th January 2013. On behalf of all the library volunteers and myself we wish you all a merry and safe Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year. Yours in books Penny, Bentley Park Librarian

Doctor’s NoticesDr Aru (Arumugam Natchimuthoo) will be away on leave between 29th November and 16th December 2012. Dr Aru will be back at the Medical Centre at Bentley Park on Tuesday 18th December 2012. Please get your scripts updated before then. In case of an urgent situation you may ring the Support Staff for advice or call for an ambulance in case of an emergency. As for the Festive Season: Dr Aru will be in the Village Medical Centre on Tuesday 18th December & Thursday 20th December 2012, and will restart on Tuesday 8th January 2013 after the Festive Season Break.

Bentley Park NewsBentley Park - RowethorpeAs it is now only 3 weeks to Christmas we would like to remind residents that thieves will be looking for easy pickings. They know that you will have bought presents, in some cases special gifts for your loved ones, this of course what they are after, so please be extra careful about security, do not just POP to the laundry, shop or the neighbours without locking your doors and closing the windows. The delegates of Neighbourhood Watch will not be meeting again until the second Wednesday of March 2013 and at three monthly intervals thereafter. Thank you to all the Delegates for giving up your time this year to assist Neighbourhood Watch. Remember the Security phone

number is 6250 0020. We wish everyone a safe and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Tony Ryder, Coordinator

Calling CentrelinkI get many calls in my office from seniors regarding extensive delays when calling Centrelink. This is not an acceptable standard and the Government agrees. Cutting the time people have to spend on hold remains a key priority and waiting times have been reduced. Last year, Centrelink introduced a call-back service on the main service lines, for citizens using mobile phones. They can go about their business while their call advances in the queue. It is a practical way to save their time and money. I can now advise you that this service will soon extend to all landline calls as well. Call-backs to landlines are already available on the Seniors and Families numbers – and by Christmas, they will be available on every Centrelink line. To take advantage of this service, seniors simply need to be registered. This can be done by calling 13 62 40 or online at www.humanservices.gov.au/register . Please feel free to share this information with your members, friends and family. You can also follow me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/senatormarkbishop and Twitter: www.twitter.com/senatormbishop for more information. Kind regards, Mark Bishop LABOR SENATOR FOR WA

Joining Our CommunityOur community extends a warm welcome to Mrs Judith Hall and Ms Wendy Yates.

Marie Meetoo, PCC

Ann Royal, Food Services

Kym Werner with Corrina Alderson, EN

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Social Club DonationOn Wednesday the 24th of October the Treasurer of the Bentley Park Social Club, Mr Laurie Hudson, handed over a cheque for $1633 on behalf of the Bentley Park Social Club to Kingia/Tandara Care Facility Manager Emma Brierty.

This generous donation has enabled us to purchase a new digital camera, a set of Carpet Bowls, a stereo system for the Sensory Lounge when it is completed and an oil burner with sensory oils also for the Sensory Lounge. These items mean that our residents get to enjoy many different experiences which we can now capture with the new camera. Thank you very much to all the members of the Bentley Park Social Club for your efforts and donation. Your kind donation is much appreciated by residents and staff in Kingia and Tandara.

Stratton Luncheon/ConcertShirley & Peter Brunt host a Luncheon and Concert at the Stratton Centre on the 1st Friday of each month from 11:30 – 2:30pm. This includes a Fish & Chip luncheon, wine, beer and soft drinks, a 1hr concert by quality performers and afternoon tea or coffee and cakes. The cost is $10 all inclusive. To obtain a ticket ring Shirley on 9355 4767. Please be early as it books out very quickly.

Kingia/Tandara High Care Auxil iary

Well here we are at the beginning of the

Festive Season once again and as this is

the last Tidings issue for 2012, I thought I

would take this opportunity to giving you an

overview of the progress the Auxiliary has

made over the last year.

The committee and I were all beginners as

from the last AGM and I feel that we have

had a very successful year opening the year

with a healthy bank balance of $3894.81.

With the support of all our members and

friends we have enjoyed some great outings,

interesting speakers and visits from the

fashion houses.

One of the most rewarding items is the rise

in membership and we are proud to tell

you that you are one of 123 members at

this time. We have had a nice lot of visiting

friends as well and we hope that in the future

you may decide to join our ranks and enjoy

the fun.

As you are aware the aim of the Auxiliary is

to raise funds for our Care Centres and we

do this in many different ways. Our monthly

meetings bring a small revenue but mostly

our funds are raised from the two large

events each year being the Spring Lunch and

our Annual Fete.

This year however the members voted to

add a small amount to each of our outing

costs and this has boosted our funds as

well. Thank you all.

The spring lunch held in September was

again a great success; $1631.40 was raised

from this event. Fabulous, thank you to all for

supporting this event and of course a special

“Thank You” to our co-ordinator Lorraine

Pittaway and her valiant assistant Maureen

Thompson for their hard work in organising

the food and thanks also to the committee

and friends who helped with the serving etc.

Our second event for the year has just past

and this was our Annual Fete held on the

12th November. Well what an event that

was, hope you all enjoyed it and thanks

too, to the other clubs being Handicraft,

Pottery, Private stalls etc. who joined us in

contributing to the morning.

The winner of the Annual Fete Raffle was

Wyn Tye – Congratulations Wyn!

This event I am very pleased to say raised

$1072.45 taking our fund-raising for 2012

$5211.76!!

From these funds we were able to purchase

the following items for the Care Centres:

Folder beds $698.19

Micro stereo system/iPods $1078.00

Hair dryer $500.00

Wheel chairs $1232.50

Pump $1790.00

Total expenditure $5298.69

So well done to everyone for a wonderful

year of work and play with the added benefit

of making a difference to our friends in the

Care Centres.

I would like to say a special “thank you”

to all members of the Committee for their

dedication and unending work to make all

the above possible. Unfortunately our very

accomplished Secretary is having to leave

us due to other commitments, we will miss

you Carolyn, a fabulous job. Our Treasurer

was new to the job this year and again I can’t

thank Frankie enough for her support and

wonderful financial reporting. We always

knew how much we could spend!! Lorraine

has already been thanked for her terrific

input this year but again we thank you.

Last but by no means least is our Vice

President Pat, who works away in the

background organising the afternoon tea

each month, co-ordinating people to help

her, and running the meetings when I am not

available, “thank you” most sincerely. From

an early start on the Tuesday mornings to

actually serving the tea and coffee, Pat is

there. Without her we all would go dry!

Finally to all the people who have assisted us

this year or joined us on our many outings,

Thank You for your support. I hope you will

join us again in 2013 when we have great

plans for more events and of course fund

raising. The AGM will have passed by the

time this Tidings goes to print, so I hope you

will give the 2013 President and Committee

your continuing support in the New Year.

In closing I would like to take this opportunity

to wish you all a very Happy Festive Season

from the Committee and myself.

Your Committee: Pat Wells Vice President,

Carolyn Wellstead Secretary, Frankie

Comstive Treasurer, Lorraine Pittaway Events

Co-ordinator.

See you all there.

Carol Greenaway, President

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Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

New Year’s EvePottery Group 9.00am PGSExercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Op Shop open 8.30am-12pmExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCL Swan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmPottery Group 9.00am PGSGeneral Balance Group 9.00am RSCExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSHandicraft/Beading 1.00pm HRUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Club 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSInTai Chi 5.00pm AUDDiner’s Club Outing 5:30pm Darts Club 6.30pm JPS

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pm Op Shop Open 8.30am - 12pmNeighbourhood Watch 9.30am CLComputer Club 9.15am ABL2Undercroft Bowls 9.00am RCLExercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSIndoor Bowls 1.30pm AUDSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC Canasta 6.30pm JPS

Low-impact Exercise 9.00am RSCComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSWriters Group 9.30am HRStretch Balance Group 10.00am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPSHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPComputer Club 2.00pm ABL2Bingo 7.00pm AUD

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmArt Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSBalance Group 11.00am RACSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPSDarts Club 6.30pm SCRBush Poets Meeting 7:00pm RSL

Op Shop open 8.30am-12pmExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)Bentley Park Social Club Concert 2:00pm AUD

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmPottery Group 9.00am PGSGeneral Balance Group 9.00am RSCExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSHandicraft/Beading 1.00pm HRUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBCPatchwork Group 6.30pm HR

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Club 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSTai Chi 5.00pm AUDDiner’s Club Outing 5:30pm Darts Club 6.30pm JPS

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmOp Shop Open 8.30am - 12pm Computer Club 9.15am ABL2Stretch Balance Group 9.30am RPGFellowship Coffee Morning 10.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRPony Canasta 1.00pm JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLIndoor Bowls 1.00pm AUDSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC Canasta 6.30pm JPS

Low-impact Exercise 9.00am RSCComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSStretch Balance Class 10.00am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPSHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPComputer Club 2.00pm ABL2Bingo 7.00pm AUD

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSEDLibrary Open 9.15am - 12.15pmArt Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSBalance Group 11.00am RACSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPSDarts Club 6.30pm JPS

Op Shop open 8.30am-12pmExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmPottery Group 9.00am PGSExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSHandicraft/Beading 1.00pm HRUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Club 9.30am JPS Snooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSTai Chi 5.00pm AUDDarts Club 6.30pm JPS

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmOp Shop Open 8.30am - 12pmComputer Club 9.15am ABL2Snooker Club 1.00pm SCRPony Canasta 1.00pm JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Low-impact Exercise 9.00am RSCComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSWriters Group 9.30am CRStretch Balance Class 10.00am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPSComputer Club 2.00pm ABL2Bingo 7.00pm AUD

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Art Group 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPSDarts Club 6.30pm JPS

Exercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

Christmas EveADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSEDPottery Group 9.00am PGSExercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christmas DayADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSED

Boxing DayADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSED

Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPS

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPS

Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

• Coffee / Cappuccino / Tea • Sandwiches / Foccacias • Hot Meals & Fresh Salads • Selection of Cakes & Muffins • Soft Drinks / Juices / Milk Drinks

Spritz Café Weekdays 9.30am - 2pm

kingia arcadeGroups are requested to make advanced bookings Phone: 6250 0163

What’s On December

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Bentley Park Calendar of Events

If your club would like a diary date inserted into the Tidings monthly calendar, email the details to: tidings@swancare.com.au

My events to note:

ABL2 Administration Building Level2

AC Adie Court

AR Art Room (Admin Building)

AUD Auditorium

CC Cultural Centre

CL Coffee Lounge (2nd Floor Administration)

CR Committee Room (Admin)

HR Handicraft Room (Administration Building)

JPS JP Stratton Centre

KC Kingia Concourse

LC Leisure Centre

MG Millstream Gardens

MSHP Multiple Schlerosis Hydrotherapy Pool (bus pick-up at Bentley Park)

OBC Outdoor Bowling Club

PGS Pottery Group Studio

RAC Rowethorpe-Activity Centre

RCL Richard Cleaver Lodge

RPG Rowethorpe-Physio Gym

RSC Rowethorpe-Sutton Centre

SCR Snooker Club Room

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Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

New Year’s EvePottery Group 9.00am PGSExercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Op Shop open 8.30am-12pmExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCL Swan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmPottery Group 9.00am PGSGeneral Balance Group 9.00am RSCExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSHandicraft/Beading 1.00pm HRUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Club 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSInTai Chi 5.00pm AUDDiner’s Club Outing 5:30pm Darts Club 6.30pm JPS

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pm Op Shop Open 8.30am - 12pmNeighbourhood Watch 9.30am CLComputer Club 9.15am ABL2Undercroft Bowls 9.00am RCLExercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSIndoor Bowls 1.30pm AUDSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC Canasta 6.30pm JPS

Low-impact Exercise 9.00am RSCComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSWriters Group 9.30am HRStretch Balance Group 10.00am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPSHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPComputer Club 2.00pm ABL2Bingo 7.00pm AUD

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmArt Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSBalance Group 11.00am RACSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPSDarts Club 6.30pm SCRBush Poets Meeting 7:00pm RSL

Op Shop open 8.30am-12pmExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)Bentley Park Social Club Concert 2:00pm AUD

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmPottery Group 9.00am PGSGeneral Balance Group 9.00am RSCExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSHandicraft/Beading 1.00pm HRUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBCPatchwork Group 6.30pm HR

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Club 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSTai Chi 5.00pm AUDDiner’s Club Outing 5:30pm Darts Club 6.30pm JPS

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmOp Shop Open 8.30am - 12pm Computer Club 9.15am ABL2Stretch Balance Group 9.30am RPGFellowship Coffee Morning 10.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRPony Canasta 1.00pm JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLIndoor Bowls 1.00pm AUDSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC Canasta 6.30pm JPS

Low-impact Exercise 9.00am RSCComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSStretch Balance Class 10.00am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPSHydrotherapy 1.30pm MSHPHydrotherapy 2.30pm MSHPComputer Club 2.00pm ABL2Bingo 7.00pm AUD

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSEDLibrary Open 9.15am - 12.15pmArt Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSBalance Group 11.00am RACSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPSDarts Club 6.30pm JPS

Op Shop open 8.30am-12pmExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmPottery Group 9.00am PGSExercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSHandicraft/Beading 1.00pm HRUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Computer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Club 9.30am JPS Snooker Club 1.00pm SCRRummycub 1.00pm JPSTai Chi 5.00pm AUDDarts Club 6.30pm JPS

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmOp Shop Open 8.30am - 12pmComputer Club 9.15am ABL2Snooker Club 1.00pm SCRPony Canasta 1.00pm JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.15pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Low-impact Exercise 9.00am RSCComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSWriters Group 9.30am CRStretch Balance Class 10.00am JPSUndercroft Bowling Club 1:00pm RCLSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPSComputer Club 2.00pm ABL2Bingo 7.00pm AUD

Library Open 9.15am - 12.15pmComputer Club 9.00am ABL2Art Group 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPSDarts Club 6.30pm JPS

Exercise Class 9.30am JPSUndercroft Bowls 1.00pm RCLSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christian Fellowship of Bentley Park 9.30am JPS (For Transport Ph: 9361 0131)

Christmas EveADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSEDPottery Group 9.00am PGSExercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRBridge 1.00pm JPSSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

Christmas DayADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSED

Boxing DayADMINISTRATION OFFICE CLOSED

Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRScrabble Club 1.30pm JPS

Art Group 9.00am ABL2Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSnooker Club 1.00pm SCRMahjong Club 1.00pm JPS

Exercise Class 9.30am JPSSwan Bowling Club 6.00pm OBC

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Residents Advisory Council

The end of October marked Brian Dale’s retirement from the VRAC – I am sure that all residents will agree that he has been an excellent Chairman and I have enjoyed working with him over the past three years. I hope everyone will be patient with me as I attempt “to fill his shoes”. The office bearers for the forthcoming year will be me (Carolyn Wellstead) as Chairwoman, Cath Devereaux as Vice-Chairwoman and Tom Brazier as Board Representative. The council has, in its Terms

of Reference, the ability to nominate a person other than the Vice-Chair to attend SwanCare Board and Committee Meetings and as Cath has an extremely busy workload in 2013, Tom has offered to cover these meetings in her place. The balance of the council consists of Shirley Barnes, Ken Sinclair and our newest member, John Jacobs. We trust that John will find his period on the council as interesting and informative as do other members and obtains satisfaction in participation of the council’s role as a conduit between the residents and management of Bentley Park. A reminder that our Coffee Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month (except December) at 9.30am in the Auditorium, followed by morning tea. We particularly urge

new residents to attend, as this is a good way to find out what issues are being discussed in the village. The VRAC wishes all residents a safe, healthy and happy Xmas – if you need us over the festive season, council members can be contacted on the numbers listed. Carolyn Wellstead Ph: 6250 0505

Cath Devereaux Ph: 6250 0407

Tom Brazier Ph: 6250 0496

Shirley Barnes Ph: 6250 0558

Ken Sinclair Ph: 9361 0131

John Jacobs Ph: 6250 0504 Carolyn Wellstead, Chairwoman Village Residents Advisory Council

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At the opening of the 7th Bentley Park Show we welcomed: The Mayor of Victoria Park – Cr Trevor Vaughan Mr & Mrs Steven Irons – M.L.A. CEO SwanCare Group – Mr Graham Francis Chairperson, SwanCare Group Board – Mr Julian Keys Chairperson, SwanCare Group Board – Mr Martin Dunleavy Chairman of the Residents Advisory Council – Mr Brian Dale and Mrs Sandra Dale Vice-Chair of the RAC – Mrs Caroline Wellstead Staff of SwanCare Group: Julie Atkinson – General Manager Aged Care Emma Brierty – SwanCare Group Facility Manager Janet Nipperus – Diversional Therapist Mick Harrison – Building & Facilities Manager Administration staff – Ronnie Deans, Karen Parker & Natalie Hodi. The show was opened by SwanCare Group CEO Mr Graham Francis. The Show has been another great success and thanks must go to the residents of the village who have participated again this year. The judges praised the high standard of work again. This year: Number of entries: 370 Number of residents who entered: 66 Number of catergories entered: 123 Number of sections: 17 There are always many people to thank, our sponsor, judges, residents of the village, demonstrators and displays and most important to the army of volunteers who have again assisted for many days up to and prior to the Show. We couldn’t do it without you. The Committee for 2012 were: Cath Devereux Mary Gent Marjory Cobb Sandra Dale Val Fraser Dee Sanders Thank you all for the stirling work and support during the year. Many take on multiple jobs throughout the year. Trophy & Section WinnersSwanCare Group Trophy: Dennis Morris Town of Victoria Park Trophy: Fran Williams Bentley Park Committee Trophy: Val Fraser Art: Dennis Morris Arts & Crafts: Kath Hudson China Painting: Edna Ball Cooking: Fran Williams Crochet: Tini Kampen Floral Art/Pot Plants: Fran Williams Christmas Decorations: Ethel Sloan Jams & Preserves: Joan White Knitting: Val Fraser, Christine Erskine Needlework: Val Fraser, Reidun Jackson Quilting & Patchwork: Jill Parsons Quilting & Patchwork (Novice): Ann Morris Photography: Dee Sanders Pottery: Ann Morris Vegetables & Fruit: Lilian Pelham Woodwork: Jim Leavy, John Finney Hobby Ceramics: Dorothy Keals Recycled Article: Sandra Dale Over 90 Years: Myra Rudd

Congratulations to all the winners and the residents who entered. You have all shown again the talents within our community at Bentley Park. As announced on the day, I have decided to step aside as Co-ordinator and make way for a younger person to follow on the organisation of the show. It has been a wonderful experience, thank you for all your support during the past seven years. Together we have established one of the most looked forward to events of the year at Bentley Park. Photos of the Show Our photographer, Ronnie Deans has kindly prepared a file of them. They are on display in Administration for you to see. Thank you, Ronnie. Annual General Meeting 2013The AGM will be held on Wednesday 13th February at 9.30am in the Handicraft room, 2nd Floor, Administration Building. Festive greetings and a happy new year to all, Beryl Davis

Raffle ResultsPRIZE TICKET NO NAME PRIZE

1st Purple 12 Not Claimed Patchwork Quilt

2nd Orange F20 Anne Taylor Back Massager

3rd Black F1 Maureen Waller Sandwich Press

4th Purple C78 Kathleen Hudson Steam Vacuum Cleaner

5th Purple C40 Marion Pollock Meat Tray

6th Orange F86 Joan Oates Pair of Pillows

7th Black B54a June Harrison Hors d’oeuvre & Dip Set

8th Black B92a Jenni Frangipani Gift Set

9th Black 91A Not Claimed Lavendar Gift Set

10th Orange A73 Not Claimed Snowdome Photo Frame

Bentley Park Show

Handicraft We finished the year with a successful stall at the Auxillary Fete Day. Our raffle prizes have both been claimed by very happy residents. Thank you all for your support throughout the year. We are closing for a break and will restart on 4th February 2013.

We meet in the Administration Building, 2nd floor, Handicraft Room on Monday’s at 1.00pm (except Public Holidays).

Merry Christmas to all.

Wendy Paull, Coordinator, Ph: 9470 1966

POTTERY GROUP Thank you to all who supported our sale at the beginning of November. Despite having to make a quick change of venue due to the unpredictable Spring weather, there was a good turnout. Congratulations to the following lucky raffle winners:-

1st Prize Yellow G81 Doug Sammels

2nd Prize White J91 Mary Perreau

3rd Prize Red F94 Beryl Davis

The Pottery is in Allen Court next to Kingia and is open every Monday between 9am and 11am. All are welcome to pay us a visit or to join the club.

Ann Morris/Secretary

Mahjong Club The Mahjong Club meets every Friday Afternoon from 1pm to 4pm in the JP Stratton Centre EXCEPT the 1st Friday of the month we meet in the Leisure Centre. Last game for the year will be 21st December 2012 and recommencing 4th January 2013.

New players always welcome & we will teach new players the rules of the game.

Maureen Thompson Ph: 9472 7967

TAI CHI We meet Tuesdays at 5pm in the Auditorium.For more information please contact Tom Brazier on 6250 0496.

ART GROUPClub days are Tuesday and Friday mornings 9-11am in the Art Studio, second floor of the administration building. New members are always welcome. Sheila Barley, Secretary.

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The Snooker Players Association The Snooker Players Association is situated on the second (Social) floor of the Administration Building. Playing sessions are held Monday to Friday from 1–3pm. New members are welcome and we would especially welcome ‘recently-moved-in’ residents. It doesn’t matter if you haven’t played for many years, as the ‘old touch’ will soon come back! If you decide to join, the membership fee is only $5 per year and you pay 20c for each frame played. Think about it, come along, or give me a ring. Peter Brunt, President Ph: 9355 4767

DARTS CLUBDarts are on Tuesday and Friday at 6.30pm. Don Mabbott, President

The Writer’s Group We are a group of friends who write for our own pleasure. We meet to share our work and our ideas, and to offer suggestions to fellow members in a non-critical way that helps to improve their work. Most members write about their memories from years ago, and some write parts of their life stories. Some interesting discussions are had following the reading of the work. We meet each fortnight on Thursday mornings at 9.30 am in the Handicraft Room on the second floor of the Administration Building. Because of declining numbers, the Group may soon have to finish; it seems people don’t write so much now in these days of texting. One or two new members would be welcome; there are no fees, all you need to do is to bring a piece of your writing to read. Anyone interested would be welcome to come and listen to the readings before deciding to join us. The meeting for December will be on Thursday 6th, at 09.30 am. Because of the Christmas break, there will only be one meeting this month. Also, this will be my last meeting as convenor, but it is hoped the group will continue to meet and discuss writings in the spirit we have always shared. Season’s Greetings to all, Reg Gooch, 94726132.

Bentley Park

B i ngo CluB ! Thursday Nights in our Auditorium.

Eyes Down 7.00pm

Come along on Thursday’s from 6:30pm and

join the fun! $2 PER BOOK, Flyers a $1 each,

Raffle - Lucky Numbers – Break Opens –

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WELCOME.

Our bus will pick you up from anywhere

in Bentley Park, Cooinda or Rowethorpe,

commencing at 6:15pm. Just call Laurie on

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Company is good and we will bus you home

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Bingo Raffle

Tickets are on sale now, 3 for $5.00 and

will be drawn on the 20th December 2012.

Tickets available at Bingo and Administration

Reception.

The last night for Bingo for 2012 will be the

20th December and recommencing on the

10th January 2013.

The Bingo volunteers would like to wish

everyone a very Merry Christmas and a

Happy New Year and we hope to see you in

the New Year at Bingo.

Carol Greenaway, Licence Holder

Ph: 0459 540 921

Pony CanastaNow at the JP Stratton Centre every

Wednesday from 1:00 until 3:45pm.

New players wanted – will teach. Come and

have a cuppa and a game for 50 cents.

For more information contact

Marie Stephens Ph: 947 25097 or

Joan Mellowship Ph: 9361 4106

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COMPUTER CLUBSESSION TIMES:

Tuesday 9 – 11amWednesday 9.15–11.15am

Thursday 9 – 11am 2 – 4pm

Friday 9 – 11am The new PC’s are running well and I’m hearing lots of favourable comments. Our last session for this year will be Friday December 21 and we will restart Tuesday January 8 2013. The AGM will be held Monday Jan 21 2013 commencing at 6:30pm for enrolments for 2013 with the meeting to start at 7:00 pm. Election of Office Bearers for 2013 is the main item on the agenda. Can you help? We need help from anyone with a computer background, not necessarily an expert, who is prepared to spend a couple of hours a week and facilitate one of our sessions. All we need is someone who has experience with Hotmail and Gmail and a basic knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel. It’s not hard, just helping those who have limited computer experience. If this is you, please contact President Ken Thurtell on ph 0409296105, or John on ph 6250 0505. We still are the cheapest and friendliest internet access around, so make the most of what we have to offer. We are located on the 2nd floor of the Administration building in an air-conditioned room so it is never hot or cold, the membership is only $10 per annum and each session only $2. There is an experienced facilitator available at each session to help those who want it. We also run a special class for beginners. J C Wellstead, Secretary Ph: 6250 0505

Canasta Canasta is held every Wednesday night from 6:30pm to 9:00pm. Bus pick up appox 6:15pm. $1.00 to play and $1.00 for lucky numbers. Supper is provided. New members are welcome, we will teach you if you can’t play. Our last game for 2012 will be December 12th and recommencing on 9th January 2013. We wish all residents a happy Christmas and New Year. Enquiries please contact: Maureen Thompson S C R A B B L E C L U B Held every Thursday in the Stratton Centre at 1.30pm. New members welcome. Pam Urquhart

SWAN VILLAGE BOWLING CLUB Christmas will soon be upon us and the intervening time will become more hectic. Our match against the Undercroft Bowling Club, scheduled for 3rd November had to be postponed and hopefully will be rescheduled for early in the New Year under lights. New air conditioning has been installed in the Leisure Centre and is very much appreciated. Our thanks to The CEO, Graham Francis, for his support and his staff for the installation of the air conditioner – it was certainly put to use on Saturday 17th November following our Gala Day, it was most comfortable and relaxing after a rather warm afternoon on the green. Our last Gala Day for the year, The Cleaver Family Trophy, was held on Saturday 17th November and the winners were the team of Mike Post, Gwen Gorey, Jack Matthews and Beryl Moule – congratulation to all. Saturday 1st December will be the start of Night Bowls commencing at 6.00pm. The start of our club’s Christmas festivities commence Thursdsay 6th December. We are off for a Christmas lunch at the Clansman Resort/Restaurant at Ravenswood. The buses leave at 10.30am. On Saturday the 15th December our Annual Christmas Social will be held in the Leisure Centre commencing at 6.00pm to 9.00pm. Entry $3.00 to cover cost of entertainment, payment at the door. Remember BYO food, nibblies and drinks. The climax for the evening will be the drawing of our Christmas Raffle – 7 great prizes to be won. Finally, as this will be the last Tidings for the year, I would like to wish all Members, Village Residents and Staff of Swan Care Group a very happy and peaceful Christmas and look forward to seeing you all in the New Year. Tom Brazier, Vice President

Ladies of the Night Patchwork Group

Meetings are held at 6.30pm on the 2nd and

4th Monday of each calendar month in the

Handicraft Room at Administration Building

Plantation Drive, Bentley Park. All patch

workers and quilters welcome.

For more information phone:

Marion Pitcher - Ph: 9362 1702 or

Jean Buchanan-Hughes - Ph: 9362 5903

Theatre Go-ers Club Good news to all you Theatre Go-Er’s – We have a new organiser for 2013: Austin Gillander Tel: 0412 786 669

Many thanks to Austin (also one of our bus drivers). Tickets can only be booked with payment! Bus leaves the Village at 7:00pm. All residents of the Village are welcome to join our club. No joining fees, just give me a call for further information. Best wishes to you all for the festive season and New Year. Until next month. Beryl Davis, Ph: 9355 4795

Bentley Park Indoor Bowls Our Christmas lunch was held at Willow Pond Reception Centre on Wednesday 21st November. Our last game will be played on Wednesday 12th December and we will then be on Christmas break until Wednesday 9th January 2013. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Beryl Moule, Ph: 9355 1810.

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Free BatteriesThanks again to all those who recycle batteries etc. through my collection containers. To amuse myself, I test most of the batteries before disposal and find a small percentage with plenty of charge left in them. I would like to give these good batteries to any residents who need them. Examples of good batteries are: • Rechargeable AA and AAA; • Non rechargeable AA and AAA; • C and D; • 9 volt; • Small 12V batteries to suit car remotes etc.

If you want any of these batteries, please ring me on 6250 0461. If no answer, please leave a message stating what you want and your address. Alternatively, leave a message in the collection box nearest you. I will deliver to you if required. Allan Manning

Thank YouMy heartfelt thanks to staff and my friends of Bentley Park who sent sympathy cards to my family and I when my dear husband Keith died on 10th October 2012.

The care and help he received from Tandara nursing staff was outstanding. I must thank Scott and Peter from maintenance. Thank you so much. Mary Perreau Cottage for Curls Hairdresser33 Graham Crescent The salon hours over the Christmas period: Closed on 25th & 26th December 2012. Open on 27th & 28th December 2012. Closed on 31st December 2012, 1st & 2nd January 2013.

The staff at Cottage for Curls thank you for your support throughout the year and wish you a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year.