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LIFESTYLE VILLAGE

WALKA GRANGE

Maintenance Notes

Hi Everyone,

How good has all this rain been! Hopefully it continues and all the dams fill up.

A lot of the plants have sprung back to life in this short time as well.

As you all may be aware, we have gone back to Level 1 Water Restrictions so we will be increasing our automated common garden sprinkler systems back to 30 minutes twice a week which will ease the pressure on us if this wonderful rain decides to stop.

You may see me on the tools a little bit more these days, but I will always make sure I still get out and get my hands dirty in the garden – and Connor is still around to pick up the slack thank goodness.

We are having trouble with the annoying nut grass problem in some areas around the village. It is a very invasive weed which is hard to get and stay on top of. We still haven’t found a positive solution as yet, but we are working on it and won’t let it beat us!

The winner of “Most Durable Front Garden” goes to Faye! Love the scattered rock formation with all your succulents dotted between. Well done Faye – saves the back & knees from weeding and not a lot of water needed!

Until next month, stay happy & healthy

Dave O

Next Month’s Garden of the

Month Category:

“Best Autumn Back Garden”

Winner!

Village Manager News

Out of Hours – Urgent Maintenance Issues

Should you experience any ‘urgent’ maintenance issues that cannot wait until the next working day please ring me on 0429 874 384 to firstly discuss the problem. Should I not be readily available please leave a voicemail message and I will return your call as soon as possible.

The legislation in respect of urgent capital maintenance or replacement requires residents to give me a reasonable opportunity to carry out the maintenance or replace the item.

To assist me with this process I have a confidential list of various pre-approved trusted service provider/trades contact details, and in addition I have direct access to the Village Operator who may also assist.

Our aim is to provide a quick response in the event of an emergency or urgent issue, whilst at the same time being aware of out of hours costs involved.

Clubhouse Security – FOB Access

Recently I observed a young lady enter the clubhouse using a resident’s security FOB.

Under no circumstances should residents be giving their FOB’s to visitors for clubhouse

access. Your cooperation would be appreciated.

Code of Conduct – Complaints Policy

Following consultation with the Residents Committee, our updated Complaints Policy has now been distributed to each resident.

The policy provides an assurance to residents in knowing that there are clearly defined processes in place and where required, escalation to an appropriate independent dispute resolution service.

Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions on this important matter.

Parking in the Village Streets

The Residents Committee and I are concerned that some residents and visitors are

sometimes parking their vehicles on the street which is not permitted by the Village

Rules.

Could I please ask for your cooperation in ensuring that this practice stops as I do not

wish to see anyone injured, especially young children.

Clubhouse Cleaning

There have been some changes made to the clubhouse cleaning processes as follows:

Pool

The weekly cleaning of the changerooms and toilets will continue, however a new

hospital grade disinfectant, with excellent biocidal properties, designed to kill germs

and sanitise surfaces will now be used.

The perimeter tiled area will be cleaned weekly and the waterline tiles inside the pool

cleaned monthly. The pool windows will be cleaned on a fortnightly basis.

Veranda’s

The cleaning of the veranda floor tiles and wrap around widows will be completed on

a fortnightly basis.

Chemicals

There has been a reduction in the number of chemicals and materials used, with a

resultant cost saving and workplace health & safety improvements for the staff.

In addition, an auto dispensing station for our multi-purpose cleaning chemical has

been installed in the kitchen. This will eliminate any incorrect concentrate mix, reduce

costs and provide cleaning staff with a safer way to mix this chemical concentrate.

Health & Safety

In addition to the above measures, I have also introduced colour coded cleaning

equipment to reduce the risk of cross contamination.

Additional training has also been provided to ensure the correct usage of chemicals

and equipment.

Pool Heating

I have received some enquiries about our pool heating and how it works. There are

two components to the heating:

Water Heating

The pre-set pool water temperature is 28 degrees Celsius which is the optimum

temperature for our pool and overall resident satisfaction.

The water temperature is controlled by gas heaters which are operated by timers

programmed to operate daily between 2.00am-7.00am and 2pm-8.00pm. The

heaters will cut in and out as needed.

Room Heating

The room heating system consists of 2 gas driven fans that ensure a pre-set pool

room temperature of 28 degrees Celsius is maintained. This avoids the windows

‘fogging up’.

Des Malone

Village Manager

Sales Update

We hope that everyone has settled into the New Year and you

have had a chance to get to Heritage Gardens for a morning tea,

lunch or to purchase something from the nursery.

We have had a couple of sales so far this year and there also

may be a two-bedroom “Dalwood” design becoming available in

the next couple of months. If you know of anyone interested in

moving to our beautiful village let them know to express interest

soon as possible as Walka Grange is very popular, and Villas do

not last long.

We hope you enjoy the cooler months ahead and we look

forward to seeing you around the village.

Emily & Ann

Notices

COACH TRIPS – Advance Notice

A coach will be available for both the

Craft and Quilt Fair in June and

the Sydney Factory Outlets in

November - dates and cost to be

advised.

Estimating the cost to be $45.00 -

$48.00 depending on coach cost

this year. So, if you are interested,

start saving!! Will be giving an

update asap.

Barb

▪ Juana the Lead Lighting specialist will be back on Monday 16th March @ 10.00am to demonstrate projects for beginners. All residents are welcome to come along and see if lead lighting is your ‘thing’. Demonstration is free to residents.

▪ Don’t forget that mosaics is on in the shed on Tuesdays from 1.00pm.

▪ A reminder that as a shed member you can use the equipment or work in the shed 7 days a week

▪ Membership is $20.00 to cover insurance and can be paid at the office.

▪ New members are welcome, and forms are available at the office.

ST PATRICK’S DAY

Tuesday 17th March 2020 –

6:30pm

Bring your own nibbles

A fun night to come and shake

your shamrocks and have a sing

along with John and his band!

The bar will be open with plenty of

Guinness, hope to see you there!

Self Defence

A six-week course starting Wednesday 11th March at 2.00pm

Objectives: To learn some basic self defence against muggers, home

invasion and assaults

This is not learning to fight, that takes years and lots of training. We are

too old for that, and too old to run away…So what to do?

Classes start with a short exercise warm up and cover basic situational

awareness of potential trouble.

Techniques cover: Release from choke holds, headlocks, arm grabs, bag

grabs, use of basic everyday items as weapons. Striking points to disable

an attacker quickly, and some practice in taking a knife or a gun from an

attacker.

Please note nobody gets punched or thrown on the floor. I am very aware

of our body limitations at our vintage in life. These skills are to use to

maybe scare off a ‘would be’ attacker or if after handing over your wallet

or purse to a thug you feel your life is in danger.

No level of fitness is required.

You can call me for any further information or just turn up on a

Wednesday at 2.00pm in the clubhouse.

Supervisor John: 30 years’ experience in Martial arts. No charge. Call

John for more info.

Stretching Classes

3.00 pm on Wednesdays

Run by Anne and in her absence John

Duration of class is one hour and involves basic stretching and forms

from Yoga and other disciplines.

Helps with movement, core body, muscle strength and general well-

being. Bring an exercise mat and wear loose clothing. For men and

women – a must exercise for the age we are!

No charge Call Anne or John

Tai Chi Change

1 week only –

From Tuesday 10th March

to Wednesday 11th.

Trivia

All are welcome! If you plan on bringing a group, please contact Brian or

Colleen for catering purposes.

Friday 6th March – 6:00pm Dinner - $7 per head

Curried Sausages & Rice or Spaghetti Bolognese + Bread Roll

7.00pm Trivia - $5 per head

Sponsored by Rutherford Hotel Dining Room

Where you can use your vouchers and seniors card for 20% discount!

Clubhouse Reminder

Please ensure that you turn off

any lights in the Clubhouse if

you are the last one to leave.

Thank you for your co-operation

Walka Grange Lifestyle Village were

pleased to deliver their raised

donation to the Paterson Rural Fire

Service of $1465 as well as 25 neck

ties made by our craft ladies.

Fundraising Event

Friday 13th March

6.00pm

@ The Clubhouse

$7.00 per head

Book & pay at the office by Monday 9th March

MENU

Salad Beetroot

Chats

Onion

Coleslaw

Dessert: selection of slices

The Shed is a valuable asset for the village and funds from

this event will assist covering running expenses.

We thank you for your generosity.

Kebab & Sausage

Hamper Raffle Prizes to be won!!!!

Raffle Tickets - 3 for $5.00

MARCH 2020

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 10.00am Sunday

Fellowship 9.00am The Shed 9.00am Tai Chi 9.30am 10 Pin Bowls 9.00am The Shed 9.30am Art

10.00am Aqua Aerobics 10.00am Morning Tea 10.00am Craft 10.00am Aqua Aerobics 1.00pm Craft 1.00pm Mosaic Work 1.00pm Patchwork 12.30pm Bingo 1.00pm Crochet Club 1.00pm Art 1.00pm Lead Lighting 3.00pm Cards 1.00pm Darts 3.00pm Stretching 3.00pm Pool Comp 5.30pm Happy Hour 2.00pm Cards 6.00pm PreTrivia Food 6.30pm Carpet Bowls 6.30pm Line Dancing 7.00pm Singing 7.00pm Trivia

8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 13th 14th 10.00am Sunday

Fellowship 9.00am The Shed Tai Chi --> Wednesday 9.00am Tai Chi 9.00am The Shed 9.30am Art

10.00am Aqua Aerobics 10.00am Morning Tea 9.30am 10 Pin Bowls 10.00am Craft 10.00am Aqua Aerobics 1.00pm Craft 1.00pm Mosaic Work 1.00pm Patchwork 12.30pm Bingo 1.00pm Crochet Club 1.00pm Art 1.00pm Lead Lighting 1.00pm Darts 2.00pm Self Defence 3.00pm Cards 3.00pm Stretching 3.00pm Pool Comp 5.30pm Happy Hour 2.00pm Cards 6.00pm Walka Shed 6.30pm Carpet Bowls 6.30pm Line Dancing 7.00pm Singing Fundraiser

15th 16th 17th 18th 19th 20th 21st 10.00am Sunday

Fellowship 9.00am The Shed 9.00am Tai Chi 9.30am 10 Pin Bowls 9.00am The Shed 9.30am Art

10.00am Aqua Aerobics 10.00am Morning Tea 10.00am Craft 10.00am Aqua Aerobics 1.00pm Craft 1.00pm Mosaic Work 1.00pm Patchwork 12.30pm Bingo 1.00pm Crochet Club 1.00pm Art 1.00pm Lead Lighting 1.00pm Darts 2.00pm Self Defence 3.00pm Cards St Patrick’s 3.00pm Stretching 3.00pm Pool Comp 5.30pm Happy Hour 2.00pm Cards 6.30pm Carpet Bowls 6.30pm Drinks/Music 6.30pm Line Dancing 7.00pm Singing

22nd 23rd 24th 25th 26th 27th 28th 10.00am Sunday

Fellowship 9.00am The Shed 9.00am Tai Chi 9.30am 10 Pin Bowls 9.00am The Shed 9.30am Art

10.00am Aqua Aerobics 10.00am Morning Tea 10.00am Craft 10.00am Aqua Aerobics 1.00pm Craft 1.00pm Mosaic Work 1.00pm Patchwork 12.30pm Bingo 1.00pm Crochet Club 1.00pm Art 1.00pm Lead Lighting 1.00pm Darts 2.00pm Self Defence 3.00pm Cards 3.00pm Stretching 3.00pm Pool Comp 5.30pm Happy Hour 2.00pm Cards 6.30pm Carpet Bowls 6.30pm Line Dancing 7.00pm Singing

29th 30th 31st 10.00am Sunday

Fellowship 9.00am The Shed 9.00am Tai Chi

10.00am Aqua Aerobics 10.00am Morning Tea

1.00pm Craft 1.00pm Mosaic Work

6.30pm Carpet Bowls