8th August 2019 Edition One. In this edition: Presidents Message,
Tree Planting at Observatory Park,
Jamieson House re-opening as Beecroft House,
Mayoral Minute MM8/19,
Councillor Emma Heyde's Latest Newsletter,
Latest Police Reports,
STEP Newsletter.
Message from the President Private
certifiers and compliance issues are in the news again. I don’t
understand why councils have no say in the choice of which private
certifier is appointed. After all, the certifiers are simply acting on
behalf of the consent authority, which is usually the local council.
Perhaps I should be asking our local Member for Epping why local
councils have little control over the certification process. A good
example of this lack of control has occurred here in Beecroft. Observant
residents will be aware of the metallic structures on top of Beecroft
Place, our new shopping and unit complex. When I raised the issue with
Council staff as to why such an intrusive metallic structure on the roof
was allowed, I was told, council had no say in the installation and
that it was the private certifier who had approved it.
I do have some good news: Beecroft House, the proposed women’s shelter
at the former Jamieson House, is on track for an opening later this
week. Details of the opening are below.
And finally, the Trust has been following up with our State Minister
Dominic Perrottet’s office on a number of local issues. The current
concern I have raised with Minister Perrottet has been how the Sydney
Metro has been project managing the rehabilitation of the bushland along
the former haulage road behind Cheltenham Oval. In my
correspondence I have also included Hornsby Council, who will be taking
control of the area once the Metro contract is completed.
Hopefully we will have some answers soon. It does take time for the
respective government agencies to reply.
Ross Walker OAM
President. president@bcct2119.com.au
Tree planting at Observatory Park for National Tree Day Last Sunday a small group of volunteers planted a mixture of 200 native trees, shrubs and grasses in Observatory Park.
Beecroft Probus Investment Forum: 13th August 2019 “The
economy – where to from here for retirees” is the speaker’s topic at
the August meeting of the Beecroft Probus Investment Forum to be held at
the Beecroft Bowling club on Tuesday, 13th August from 4.30 pm.
Major recession indicators are painting a dire picture for economic
growth in 2019 with many experts predicting a major economic downturn by
year-end. Leading economist Ashley Owen will cut through the hype and
focus on what actually matters for the portfolios of retirees in the
year ahead.
Admission $15.00 per head inclusive of snacks and a drink.
Visitors and guests are most welcome. Phone Robin Graham, Beecroft Probus – Tel 8411 3023 Mobile 0413 315 827
Beecroft House at the corner of Hannah and York Streets Beecroft Beecroft House Open Day Tickets, Fri 9th August 12.30 pm - 4.30 pm
If you would like to join us and take a tour of the property please book a time via the link below: https://events.humanitix.com.au/beecroft-house-open-day
events.humanitix.com.au
You are invited to participate in a small group tour
of Beecroft House. The Beecroft House Project
will provide older women with a safe and secure home with
full support to identify permanent housing solutions. This is
a joint partnership between: Women's Community Shelters, Twilight Aged
Care, Link Housing, National Projects and Maintenance, Hornsby
Ku-ring-gai Women's Shelter, The Generous and Grateful. We
currently have four tour times available. 1:30 - 2:00pm -
Sold Out2:00 - 2:30pm2:30 - 3:00pm3:00 - 3:30pm3:30 - 4:00pm - Just
Released There is no cost to participate in a tour but you must register
by booking a ticket. We are unable to accept walk-ins on the day.
Additional times will be created based on interest. Each tour has
a maximum number of 12 visitors and they will be conducted by a
representative from Women's Community Shelters, Link Housing or Hornsby
Shire Councillors.
Beecroft House
Project will provide older women with a safe and secure home with
full support to identify permanent housing solutions. This is
a joint partnership between:
Women's Community Shelters
Link Housing
National Projects and Maintenance
Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Women's Shelter
The Generous and Grateful
Supported by Twilight Aged Care
If you are interested in supporting the project or volunteering please email: beecrofthouse@womenscommunityshelters.org.au
We hope you can make it and look forward to seeing you there!
With regards,
Beecroft House Project Partners
Mayoral Minute MM8/19 The
amalgamation saga affecting Hornsby Council continues and is likely to
continue as long as Council is financially disadvantaged. At Hornsby
Council’s last General Meeting the Mayor tabled correspondence from the
NSW Treasurer regarding ongoing funding for Council. The Treasurer’s
letter dated 24th July 2019 is below. Other correspondence relating to the amalgamation, can be viewed on Council’s website.Click here Council’s resolution to the letter is recorded in the minutes under item 10 MM8/19. Click here.
CLICK HEREto view Actual document on Council's website.
Councillor Emma Heyde's Latest Newsletter - August 3rd CLICK HERE
Latest Police Reports CLICK HERE
for the latest reports. Just a reminder that these reports are
regularly provided by the Ryde Police Area Command which includes the
entire suburbs of Beecroft & Cheltenham.
Latest STEP Newsletter The
South Turramurra Environmental Society (STEP) publishes a regular
newsletter. The Society has been operating for many years and has a
reputation of being very professional in its operation.CLICK HERE
to access their latest newsletter. If you are interested in
subscribing, there is a link at the end of the newsletter. New members
are always welcome.
Annual Memberships for 2019 became due at the
Annual General Meeting in March... CLICK HERE
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months ago. We encourage residents who receive the eNews to tell
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