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People often ask me what my favourite part of this job is. Without trying to sound like a cliché, it is undoubtedly the opportunity to help our community. While part of that role is representing you in Canberra, another important part is helping members of our community to access and...

Since my January column, our community has further digested the Minns Labor Government’s sweeping changes to planning controls. I thank everyone who has provided feedback to me about how these changes will affect you and our community. It is clear that these changes will disempower our local communities, and adversely...

Hello readers, and welcome to our March edition of The Post! For my fellow Pisceans, I wish you all a very happy birthday and I send my birthday wishes out to the very special Ian Westmoreland, Founder of Mentoring Men! March is the month where I always get a health...

Most of us need to use Statutory Declarations from time to time for legal purposes not related to court proceedings. Statutory Declarations are legal documents allowing a person to declare something to be true for the purpose of satisfying a legal requirement where no other evidence is available. It is...

Happy Australia Day to all and congratulations to all our new Australian Citizens. As February 2024 brings the Lunar New Year, I want to wish everyone a prosperous and healthy Year of the Dragon. This February edition features news that is of immediate concern to our local residents. In particular,...

Sydney is one of the great global cities and wonderful place to welcome in the New Year.  Whether it is the 1st of January and our spectacular fireworks on Sydney Harbour, or several weeks later our celebration for the Lunar calendar, Sydney has a diverse, rich and harmonious community welcoming...

It is indeed a myth to say Australia is the envy of the world, as we hear so often reported in mainstream media. Got your attention yet? Most other countries own national pride, unique trials and tribulations prevents such illusions. Given some people to this very day still travel to...

In earlier columns, we've explored selecting the right mobility scooter, the best accessories, and who can benefit most from these remarkable devices.  Now, as you embrace the newfound independence that your mobility scooter provides, it's time to delve into essential tips for its safe use and maintenance. Weather Wisdom: It's...

Nature strips comprise the grass area between a property boundary and the road. Footpaths are concreted sections of nature strips designed for pedestrian use. Whilst property owners have an obligation to maintain the section of nature strip outside their property, nature strips are public land owned by Council and not...

Whilst it is a common saying that “you can’t take it with you when you die”, a counter argument for some could be that there is nothing for them to take with them.  Ralph had been a carefree spirit all his life. He had no partner or children and lived...