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Glenmore Park Action Group

admingg — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:11:12 +0000

The May meeting of the Glenmore Park Action Group (GPAG) discussed traffic problems, bus routes and times and the town centre extensions. A new Committee has been elected with Ken Innes as President, Prue Guillame, Penrith Councillor, is Vice President and Domenica Stephenson, Glenmore Park Community Worker, as Secretary, phone 4733 1499, email: domenica@sypns.org.au.

The next meeting is Tuesday 9th August. Find GPAG on Facebook.

Tanya Davies our local MP

admingg — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 11:55:51 +0000

Swearing in at Parliament

Newly elected Member for Mulgoa Tanya Davies MP was Sworn into parliament on Tuesday as the 3rd Member for Mulgoa, and the only Liberal MP to ever represent the Mulgoa electorate.

“I am honored and privileged to be elected by the people of Mulgoa to serve them as their State Member of Parliament”.

“It was an historical moment when I signed the Legislative Assembly role and formed the 55th Parliament of NSW. Together with a strong, talented and unified team under Premier Barry O’Farrell I will work to achieve positive change for the people and families of Mulgoa”.

“This is an exciting time for NSW and I will be working closely with all the Western Sydney MPs to ensure that this region is not forgotten like it has been in the past”.

“I am determined to serve my community to the best of my ability and I am available to take up their issues on their behalf”.

Town Centre Extension

Glenmore Gazette — Thu, 12 May 2011 12:42:02 +0000

The development application for the Town Centre shopping centre extension is a two tier application waiting for the State government as well as Penrth Council The plans include a discount department store, supermarket, 25 specialty shops, 2 restaurants, commercial floor space and three levels of car parking.
Brendan Sheedy, the Centre Manager, said “We have had very positive feedback from the customer forms which are still available next to the plans in the centre. Please take a few minutes to complete the form and let us know your thoughts.”

Glenmore Park Action Group

Glenmore Gazette — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 23:32:22 +0000

Glenmore Park residents met at Floribunda Community Centre for the first GPAG meeting of 2011 on the 8th February. It was encouraging to see an increase in the attendance.
Ken Innes, Chair of GPAG, welcomed Commander Ben Feszczuk who gave an update on crime statistics in Glenmore Park. Brendan Sheedy, Glenmore Park Town Centre Manager, gave an update on the new development application for the centre lodged before Christmas. It is now time to provide feedback on what is being proposed. The discussion about the road going through the town centre showed that no one wants it there, except it seems PCC staff. GPAG has lobbied Council since 2005 to have the road closed.
Mary Cook, Secretary of GPAG raised the traffic problems on Mulgoa Road. With over 10 sets of lights between Glenmore Parkway and Penrith CBD and add the roadworks and road rage comes to mind. Mary had taken photos that she presented to the meeting when an accident had occurred at the new multi million dollar lights at Jamison Rd intersection after nearly an hour that day to get from Glenmore Parkway exit to Penrith CBD.
Mary said “One of the bigger concerns coming back into Glenmore Park is that people are turning right across Mulgoa Rd to enter the new 7-Eleven. There needs to be a barrier preventing this and people should use common sense and use the roundabout to do a u-turn and enter 7-Eleven safely” .
Cr Prue Guillame gave her local council report as she has done each meeting since being elected to Penrith City Council. She is the patron of the Glenmore Park Brumbies and an update on the upgrades to the local playing facilities for both rugby league and soccer was welcome. Cr Guillame spoke of her involvement with GPAG and how proud she has been to have the opportunity to work with local residents. She has stepped down from her role as Vice President of GPAG as she is the Labor candidate for Mulgoa in the coming state election and GPAG is non political.
Cr Guillame said “I am not going to make huge promises to the meeting, I will speak up for the community, I have shown this through Council and I will continue if elected for the State Member for Mulgoa”.
Lastly the local Glenmore Park Community worker from Nepean Community and Neighborhood Services informed the meeting of the upcoming events and activities.
For more information please contact Domenica, 4733 1499
The next GPAG community
meeting is 10th May, 7.30pm.

Glenmore Park Child and Family Centre – a centre for all of the community

Glenmore Gazette — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 23:51:52 +0000

The Glenmore Park Child and Family Centre is located on the corner of Glenmore Parkway and Blue Hills Drive. The Centre opened at the beginning of 2010 and consists of a 50 place children’s centre, professional rooms for psychology, play therapy and other community education services, Sapphires Café, a fully fenced playground, and community rooms available for hire for community meetings and education programs. The smaller community room consists of a carpeted meeting room with tables and chairs available and is capable of seating up to 15 people. The larger community room has linoleum flooring, two sinks and storage and is capable of seating up to 50 people. These rooms are available for hire for community meetings and child/ family education and care activities such a workshops, and group activities. Specialist supported playgroups are also welcome to inspect the space for hire. Whilst the rooms are not available for party hire the attached playground and café provide opportunities for groups to come together for celebrations and get togethers as the playground is free public space that does not need to be booked so bring a picnic rug, buy some coffee and snacks and enjoy the space. If you would like to book a room for your next meeting or activity or if you are interested in the children’s centre please contact Marg on 4733 2435 between 8:30 am and 3 pm weekdays. Fees and charges are available on request. For other ,including larger, facilities for hire in Glenmore Park please contact Penrith City Council on 4732 8021.

Dayton dances at the White House

Glenmore Gazette — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 07:42:21 +0000

Dayton Tavares as Billy Elliot. Source: Herald Sun

Dayton Tavares, the 14 year old from Glenmore Park has been starring as Billy in the Broadway production of Billy Elliot. He performed in Sydney and Melbourne before getting the invitation to star in the Broadway production nearly a year ago.
Dayton was recently chosen to dance at the inaugural performance of the new White House Dance Series. The Washington Times reported ‘Hosting the event was Michelle Obama, who brought along daughters Sasha and Malia _ just home from their first day of school _ and mom Marian Robinson, too. The first lady clapped along to some of the dances but leaped to a standing ovation when Dayton Tavares, one of Broadway’s high-flying Billy Elliots, finished his song, “Electricity,” with a virtuoso set of turns’. You can see the video on Youtube – ‘Billy Elliot at the White House’.
Dayton is now living in New York with his mother. His father and sisters still live in Glenmore Park but they keep in touch every day. What an amazing opportunity for such a young dancer.

A Deserving Cause and a Great Car Show

Glenmore Gazette — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:38:57 +0000

Glenmore Park Town Centre is gearing up to produce yet another fantastic hot rod and custom car show.
The 2010 Charity Hot Rod & Custom Car Show will be held on Sunday 8th August at Glenmore Park Town Centre from 10am.
Mayor Kevin Crameri OAM will launch the day at 10am. The day will prove to be well worth a visit for all families, young and old to help a great cause and to have a fun day out.
With hundreds of striking and incredible hot rod and custom cars on display, there will be loads of fun stuff for the kids, jumping castle and a baby animal farm just to name a few. Popular dance and hip-hop sensation The Next Step will be onstage from 12pm!
With a great event organised, the great cause is no less important. Six years ago little Nicholas Hodge was born with the umbilical cord wrapped around his neck and was rushed to Nepean Hospital’s neonatal intensive care unit, where the staff put his parent’s minds at ease.
‘We are still very keen to show our gratitude to the staff that saved our little boy’ explains Dean and Denise Hodge from local pizza shop Dino’s Pizza. Dino’s Pizza have hosted the Charity Hot Rod & Custom Car show for the past 5 years to raise funds to purchase vital medical equipment.
All moneys raised will go directly to the Nepean Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, including all proceeds from the sale of raffle tickets and entertainment tickets. Spokesperson from Nepean Neonatal Unit Carolyn Blake said ‘we are so excited to be a part of this Car Show and are appreciative of the donations and funds raised’.
Glenmore Park Town Centre is at 1 Town Terrace in Glenmore Park with over 20 specialty stores, KFC, McDonald’s restaurant and full-line Woolworths supermarket.
For more information, please contact Glenmore Park Town Centre Marketing Manager Lucia Eman on 0413 746 240, Centre Manager Brendan Sheedy on 02 4733 3699, Dino’s Pizza on PH: 0416 008 524.

Glenmore High – helicopters and commando training

Glenmore Gazette — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 01:01:54 +0000

Helicopter Visit:
Residents were surprised to see an army Black Hawk helicopter landing in Glenmore Park.
It actually landed in the school grounds and was part of an Army promotion. School principal Ms Brookton said “Year 7 students were given the opportunity to closely inspect the Black Hawk with the specific instructions not to touch any red buttons. Under the watchful eyes of the crew, all our students obtained a greater understanding of the Black Hawk and its crew. GPHS would like thank the Army for the opportunity to gain an insight into the exciting life of Australia’s Armed Forces.”
Commando training:
Year 12 student Josh Matheson has been helping to prepare a group of students for the 6km commando course called the Tough Bloke Challenge which is on 3rd July in Appin.
It is part of the gym program which has been running for 12 months to encourage young students to lead an active and healthy lifestyle. In the past few weeks small groups from the program have ventured into the Blue Mountains to take on the notorious Knapsack Stairs and other challenging tracks in preparation.
The students get to school early 2 mornings a week for an hours training.

New Community Group

Glenmore Gazette — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 04:19:42 +0000

There was a good turn up last month for the new community group with a new committee formed. The group will focus on positive plans and events for the future as well as dealing with local issues.
The new name will be decided on at the next meeting but if you have an idea then please email it through to the editor. There will be a prize for the winning suggestion so think about something to reflect Glenmore Park’s aspirations. The next meeting is the 12th August 7.30pm at the Floribunda Centre.

Fun at the Town centre

Glenmore Gazette — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 12:24:20 +0000

You may have noticed some extra activity going on once a month on Saturday mornings at Glenmore Park shops. At Glenmore Park Anglican Church, we love meeting people in our Community! Throughout the year we have many opportunities to do this, but for us, one of the highlights is our once a month Saturday mornings at Gloria Jeans. From 10am to Midday, outside Gloria Jeans, our Church is at the shops meeting people. We put on live music, free face painting & we make balloon animals for the children, as well as giving out information about our Church. We also give out free books of the Bible & give handouts to let people know about our kids & youth groups, Parenting Courses & other special events.
We love meeting you all & it is always great to have conversations with you, catching up with old friends & getting to know others we haven’t met before. We have also had some great conversations with people wanting to find out more about Jesus. We’ll back at the shops on Saturday 1st May, so come & say hello & enjoy a coffee while listening to some music. You might even like to get your face painted! We’d love to see you!
Rev John Lavender • Glenmore Park Anglican Church • Cnr William Howell Dr & Pritchard Pl • www.glenmorepark.anglican.asn.au • Sundays @ 8.30 & 10.15am, 5 & 7pm plus activities for adults & young people right throughout the week.