Blacktown City Council - Media Release - World Audience For The 2018 Westlink M7 Marathon

MEDIA RELEASE

 30 July 2018

The Westlink M7 Blacktown Running Festival has again attracted international and interstate runners.

More than 800 people including participants from Hong Kong, China, Western Australia and South Australia attended the festival on Sunday, 29 July.

Kirsten Molloy from Port Macquarie, NSW, came out on top for the third year in a row in the Women’s marathon.

Molloy took out the women’s marathon in 2:58:40 – slightly quicker than her win last year at 3:01:01.

Liam Adams from Moonee Ponds in Victoria took out the Men’s Marathon in 2:21:02.

“Congratulations to Kirsten and Liam on a race well run,” Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali MP said.

Mayor Bali said the fact the marathon was held on the Westlink M7 shared pathway contributed to the event’s success.

“The Blacktown Running Festival is one of the few traffic-free marathons in Australia, meaning runners have a smooth running event without having to worry about kerbs, gutters or traffic,” he said.

“It also means that motorists are not inconvenienced by road closures.

“This is partly why the event is so popular; with runners from all over Australia and across the world gearing up to compete every year.”

Results:

MEN’S MARATHON TOP THREE

Place	Name	Time	Suburb
1	Liam Adams	2:21:02	Moonee Ponds, VIC
2	Matthew Cox	2:21:29	Chester Hill, NSW
3	Barry Keem	2:38:35	Wollongong, NSW

WOMEN’S MARATHON TOP THREE

Place	Name	Time	Suburb
1	Kirsten Molloy	2:58:40	Port Macquarie, NSW
2	Kaori Hirakawa	3:03:35	Redfern, NSW
3	Magda Karimali-Poulos	3:18:07	Caringbah, NSW

MEN’S HALF MARATHON TOP THREE

Place	Name	Time	Suburb
1	Thomas Do Canto	1:10:03	West Ryde, NSW
2	David Byrne	1:13:04	Darlington, NSW
3	Mike Lichtwark	1:16:12	Greenwich, NSW

WOMEN’S HALF MARATHON TOP THREE

Place	Name	Time	Suburb
1	Milly Clark	1:17:53	Abbotsford, NSW
2	Belinda Martin	1:18:35	Sylvania, NSW
3	Charlotte Wilson	1:21:00	Moonee Ponds, VIC

Click here for previous post on 2017 M7 Marathon

What's Coming Up At And About NSW Rail Museum.....Including Thomas The Tank Rides...

AUSTRALIAN RAIL PHOTOGRAPHY FORUM This Saturday — 4 August 2018

Railways have been an endlessly fascinating subject for photographers the world over.  To amateurs, hobbyists and professionals alike, trains, commuters and railway infrastructure have proven irresistible.  This Saturday, the NSW Rail Museum presents the second annual forum exploring international rail photography at the Powerhouse Museum. Click here for further details

HORNSBY STEAM EXPRESS Saturday 11 August 2018

Join the NSW Rail Museum for a 1-hour steam train journey from Sydney's Central Station to Hornsby (one-way only) with recently restored 101-year-old steam locomotive 3526. click here for further details

THE HYDRO EXPRESS Saturday 25 August 2018

Take a scenic day trip from Sydney to the Blue Mountains aboard the Hydro Express heritage train. Includes High Tea at the historic Hydro Majestic Hotel. Limited tickets remaining! Click here for further details

THE HIGHLANDER Sunday 26 August 2018

Enjoy a picturesque day aboard The Highlander from Sydney to Robertson or Moss Vale. Relax during a charming stopover, then return via the South Coast and Illawarra escarpment. Limited tickets remaining! Click here for further details

DAY OUT WITH THOMAS Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 September 2018

Thomas and Friends return to the NSW Rail Museum for a feature packed weekend of family fun. Meet the Fat Controller as he oversees all of the exciting activities on offer! Click here for details

Blacktown City Council - Media Release - Fresh Produce Proves A Hit At Fair

MEDIA RELEASE

27 July 2018

Blacktown City Council’s inaugural Fresh Food Fair was a huge success with over five thousand people passing through the Village Green in Blacktown.

Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali MP said he was excited for the next Fresh Food Fair on Sunday, 5 August.

“The community was spoilt with choices with over 25 stalls selling their produce during the inaugural Fair on Sunday, 1 July,” Mayor Bali said.

“Council wants the best for its residents and the Fresh Food Fair offered an abundance of freshly-grown produce.

“There was local fruit and vegetables, local honey, plants, jams and chutney and many more.

“It was a great atmosphere for locals to head outdoors and support local farmers and businesses.”

The entertainment also proved to be popular among the residents.

“The petting zoo was a hit among the children and it will again be returning on Sunday, 5 August, along with the free face painting.”

The Fresh Food Fair will run on the first Sunday of every month from 9am to noon at the Village Green, 62 Flushcombe Rd, Blacktown. 

Stall-holders who would like to be part of the Fair can apply online at blacktown.nsw.gov.au

Thousands passed through the Village Green for the Fresh Food Fair

                                                        

Willmot Spring Festival Is Coming........ Willmot Community Face Book Page

Willmot Spring Festival 29/9/18 will be upon us before we know it. Keep an eye out for notifications.

For more information  wait here or go  check into Willmot Community Face Book Page'

Western Sydney Community Forum - Building Communities From The Inside Out With Global ABCD Practitioner Jim Diers

Image from Jim Diers Neighbour Power website http://www.neighborpower.org/index.html

Woodville Alliance and Western Sydney Community Forum are excited to bring Jim Diers (Neighbor Power), global Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) practitioner, to greater western Sydney. Speaking to the strength of community in generating change, this is a valuable opportunity for local agencies in greater western Sydney to come together and work directly with Jim, to discover ways to better mobilize and unleash the power of your community. Wednesday 1 August 2018 9am – 4pm Rydges Bankstown, 874 Hume Highway Bass Hill  (parking available on site) Cost: $59.95  This event is fully catered and will provide for a range of diets including vegetarian, gluten free and halal.  If you have additional requirements please contact Woodville Alliance on 02 97243807.   WSCF is excited to work with Woodville Alliance to offer this exciting opportunity to our members. Places are limited - secure yours now.

Looking For Fancy Dress For Parties ' Giggles Fancy Dress Hire' - North St Marys

At times in our life we want to go to parties or events that are just  parties. Other timers  there is a threme for parties or events and we want to fit into the theme of the party.

Some of us will go into our wardrobes and  nothing with resemble what fits with the theme. Themes can be from many things of one life past and may end up looking completely different. These 'Themed Parties' are supposed to be fun parties and a laugh or two  keeps the party going as. where going as a single or pertnered person - the idea  is to have fun. At least in this one time in your life.

So where  can you hire fancy dresses. I can recommend 'Giggles Fancy Hire' at North St Marys. They seem to be reasonable in prices and have an excellent customer service, to make you happy when you pick up and use your costune.

Here are their details:

Blacktown City Council - Media Release -Australia’s First Synthetic Rugby League Field

MEDIA RELEASE

Blacktown City Council has unveiled its $6 million synthetic rugby league field, the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.

Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali MP said: “the field at Kellyville Ridge is an investment for our community.

“We are committed to transforming Blacktown into a sporting and active city by 2030.

“The synthetic surface allows for three times more play than the most advanced natural grass fields.

“It’s an all-weather field and with the sub-surface shock pad that has been installed, it’s softer to be tackled on and is consistently safe for play.”

The National Rugby League committed $600,000 to the project.

NRL Head of Government and Community Relations, Jaymes Boland-Rudder said: “It will be wonderful to see rugby league players, parents, volunteers and officials throughout Western Sydney enjoying countless hours running around on one of the most innovative sports fields in Australia.”

Outdoor community fitness equipment is located adjacent to the field.

Mayor Bali said: “It’s in an ideal location for rugby league  in Western Sydney.

“The field is located between the region’s two NRL clubs; the Parramatta Eels and the Penrith Panthers, and will be home to the St Patricks Junior Rugby League Club and other teams from the Penrith and Districts Rugby League Association.

“This will be a well-utilised facility.”

'Ratha's Place' - A Cafe Helping Adults With Intellectual And Development Disabilities Work

At 60 Queen Street, St Marys NSW,  have a cup of coffee and extra as you are served by adults with intellectural and developmental disibilities. Last week, I was attended the promotion of Ratha's place with Embassador Paul Gallen (former NSW Rugby League Captain) and Phil Gould (Generral Manager of Penrith Panthers).

Each staff member that served us was so proud, carried a long smile and are extremely enthusiastic   they are given these opportunities to develop careers withing the 'Coffe shop' industry. This is supported by Click here for Help2help Face Book Page 



We will be opening at St Marys on Tuesday 24th July!!

All of our staff are looking forward to showing off their skills and learning along the way 😄

Make sure you come down and visit us next week for a cup of coffee and a bite to eat!

Located at 60 Queen Street, St Mary


Click here   for article in Penrith Press



Click here for Ratha's Place Face Book Page

Click here fror details on Help2Help

Blacktown City Council Ward - 4 Doonside Community Forum - 30th July 2018

 

Ward 4 - Doonside Community Forum
Monday 30 July

 Be informed - involved - heard 

We hope to see you at Council's next community forum.

The campaign for a lift at Doonside Railway station will be the headline topic at Blacktown City Council’s community forum next week.

Council's community forum gives our community a chance to raise your concerns about important issues that affect you. 

At the Doonside forum we will provide an update on Council events and festivals, and discuss community safety programs in the area.

Council's community forum gives our community a chance to raise your concerns about important issues that affect you. 

At the Doonside forum we will provide an update on Council events and festivals, and discuss community safety programs in the area. 

Bring your family and friends to the forum so they can also have their say about issues affecting their neighbourhoods.

This is an opportunity to speak directly with Councillors and Council officers. 

Join the community campaign to get a lift at Doonside station.

Details:

Doonside community forum
7 pm on Monday 30 July 
 The Doonside Community Centre
 31 Graham Street, Doonside.