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This newsletter is published by Norwest Community Assocation and sponsored by Mulpha Norwest. For enquiries, news to share or suggestions please contact info@norwestcommunity.com.au. Mulpha Norwest Visitor Centre is located at 36 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills. Phone: 1300 090 388. ©2016 Norwest Community Assocation

Meet Helen Chebatte, Bella Vista resident and professional actor, who has turned her hand to another creative endeavour, publishing her first Young Adult novel, BRO. Helen, who starred in last year’s romantic comedy, Alex and Eve, has written a novel about what it means to be Australian in multicultural Australia. The story centres on the life-changing consequences of a fight club in a racially divided boy’s high school and includes themes of Australian identity, teen violence, social media, mateship and first love. Released earlier this year by Hardie Grant Egmont, BRO is quickly becoming the chosen title for 2017 class text in high schools around Australia, and can be purchased in bookstores or on-line.

An interesting fact: Helen was our community reviewer back in 2008 and covered local neighbourhood activities for the Community Newsletter such as Wine Appreciation Night, Community Fun Day and Biggest Morning Tea.

Meet the Residents Welcome to the Christmas/summer edition of our newsletter

We had a great spring here in the Norwest area, enjoying fine weather and many opportunities to meet people and enjoy our community. Our monthly Friday Happy Hour has found a new “home” at Castle Hill Country Club. Our September Gold Members Night was a fantastic night out and we look forward to the next one, a special Valentines’ Day event.

Our Outdoor Movie Night on early in November was “blown away” but was rescheduled for 26th November, with the screening of Paper Planes. A huge thank you to Telstra and Mulpha Norwest for sponsoring this event. Did you know that Telstra is supporting our community by way of a rebate on every new NBN internet connection! There will be more on this in the next newsletter.

SUMMER 2016/17

WE WISH YOU A HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!

Walking Group Exercise is more fun when you get together with others! We are looking for expressions of interest to commence a new group in 2017.Contact: Jenny on 0409 783 850

Mums’ GroupWe are looking for expressions of interest to commence an informal group for mums with pre-school children in 2017.Contact: Jenny on 0409 783 850

Volunteer Garden Keeper GroupAre you passionate about keeping Bella Vista Waters looking beautiful? If yes, then this is the group for you. Supported by The Hills Shire Council, the group meets on the first Saturday of the month to do extra garden maintenance. A Council officer is in attendance and supplies all tools and materials. Please note the group has a limited capacity and you need to contact Scott on 0419 985 899 if you would like to come along. Thank you to all who have been coming along!Dates: 3rd December and 4th February from 2 pm to 4 pm

Luncheon Ladies Meets 3rd Wednesday of each month. Meet with the girls for fun, friendship & local restaurant experiences.Ladies Christmas LunchWednesday 14th December 12 pm at The Hills Lodge. Price is $62 for a 2 course meal. Bookings: Suzanne on 8824 3091 or Margaret on 9639 3036 by no later than 7th December. A deposit of $40 or the full amount will be required.15th February12 pm at The Seed Thai Restaurant, Shop 3 at Lakeside, 8 Century Circuit, Baulkham HillsRSVP: Please phone Margaret on 9629 3036 or Suzanne on 8824 3091 2 days prior.

Friday Coffee Club Meets 2nd Friday of each month. Come along & enjoy local coffee shops with new friends.Dates: 9th December & 10th FebruaryTime: 10.00 am Venue: Lil Miss Collins pop-up café, Bella Vista Farm

The annual Norwest Community Festival was a great success and we thank Mulpha Norwest for organizing this amazing free event. We all enjoyed the food, entertainment and activities on offer

Loyalty Card Partner UpdateWe welcome two new Loyalty Card Partners, Lil Miss Collins Café at Bella Vista Farm and Einstein Kidz Abacus. All Norwest Community Association members can benefit form discounts offered by our Loyalty Card Partners by showing their membership card. You can find all our Loyalty Card Partners on the Members Benefits’ page of our website.

Regular groups:

Upcoming events:Family Christmas EventCome and celebrate the season with afternoon tea, activities and a visit from Santa.Where: Hill Top Park, between Osprey Terrace & Pipersbrook Crescent, Bella Vista WatersWhen: Friday 16th December at 4 pmRSVP: please let us know you are coming by 14th December via info@norwestcommunity.com.au.This event is sponsored by St George Bank.

Valentines’ Day Gold Members’ NightAll Gold Members are invited to this special night out. Enjoy champagne on arrival, delicious finger food, entertainment and there will be gift for all the ladies. This is a free event brought to you by your Community Association. If you are not a Gold Member yet, you can join by going to the Members Benefits page or on the night. Singles and couples welcome!When: Tuesday 14th February at 7 pm Where: Mulpha Norwest Visitor Centre, 36 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills RSVP: To assist with catering, please let us know you are coming by 12th February via info@norwestcommunity.com.au

Free Fitness ClassCome and join us for some fitness fun with Sarah Magi.When: Saturday 4th March at 9.30 amWhere: Park behind Mulpha Norwest Visitor Centre, 36 Solent Circuit

Friday Happy HourWe are enjoying our monthly get-togethers in the relaxed Country Club atmosphere. It is a great way to end the week, so come along for a drink and a chat and check out the venue! Please note Happy Hour will take a break over December & January.Date: 3rd February & 3rd MarchTime: From 6.00 pm to 8.00 pmVenue: Castle Hill Country Club, Spurway Drive, Baulkham Hills

Norwest Men’s GroupThis group is a great way for men to connect and solve the problems of the world!Dates: Tuesdays 13th December, 10th January & 14th FebruaryTime: 10.00am Venue: Café McKels, Shop 14, CircaRetail, 1 Circa Boulevard, Bella VistaEnquiries: Phone Barry on 0409 916 380 or Denis on 0411 550 864

Mah-Jong GroupAre you interested in learning how to play Mah-jong? We meet every second Tuesday, after a break in December and January.Date: 13th December, 7th & 21st FebruaryTime: 11 am to 3 pmVenue: We meet in homes in the local areaContact: For information and venue details call Margaret on 9629 3036

Group Fitness Training Our IN2Life NIGHT OPS Group Training runs twice weekly. If you want to loose weight and have fun with other local residents, why not come along and join us!When: Every Monday and Wednesday night from 7 to 8 pm until 21st December and recommencing Monday 9th January.Venue: Norwest Lake off Maitland Place Cost is $50 per week payable in 5-week blocks. Bookings: If you are interested please email Sarah at sarah@in2lifept.com.au or call 0418 417 182.

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Local community events:Bella Vista Farm Open Day & Free Spirit MarketsThe Friends of Bella Vista Farm invite you to explore the Farm, relax in the gardens and pick up a treat from the markets.When: 4th December & 5th February from 9 am to 2 pmWhere: Elizabeth MacArthur Drive, Bella Vista

Christmas In The Hills Come along to Bella Vista Farm for the 5th Christmas in The Hills event. The event features food stalls and rides from 4 pm and Carols from 7 pm to 9 pm, followed by a spectacular fireworks display. For information & tickets please see christmasinthehills.com.au

Australia Day At The FarmCelebrate everything that makes our nation great at The Hills Shire’s massive all-day Australia Day party, which will include show-stopping performances from your favourite Aussie artists, rides, free kid’s activities, delicious street food, roving performers, fireworks and much more at Bella Vista Farm on Thursday 26 January.For more information follow @sydneyhillsevents on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter.

Lunar FestivalBella Vista Farm will be alive with a fusion of flavours, cultures and traditions on 29th January as the Sydney Hills Lunar Festival welcomes the year of the rooster. For more information follow @sydneyhillsevents on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter.

Norwest Community AssociationNorwest Community Association is your local Community Association! We invite you to join us and come along to our events, which are a great opportunity to meet other people and make new friends. The more members we have, the better we can represent our community when there are concerns. Please visit our website norwestcommunity.com.au for news, event information and you can join via the Members’ Benefits page. By becoming a member you will not only support the work of the Association, but enjoy members’ benefits, which include discounts at selected local restaurants, cafes and invitations to exclusive members’ events. If you would like to get involved, the next Norwest Community Association meeting will be held on 13th December at 7.30 pm at Mulpha Norwest Visitor Centre.

Have you liked our Facebook page yet? Check it out at facebook.com/norwestcommunity.

Are you on our mailing list for email updates? If not, please email us your contact details via info@norwestcommunity.com.au.

We thank Mulpha Norwest for their continuing support of our community and sponsorship of this newsletter.

New Release of Premium Apartments in Lifestyle Development HavenMulpha Norwest has released a further 16 new apartments in its new residential and retail apartment development, Haven at Norwest, which, when construction is complete, will comprise 79 premium apartments.

The newly released apartments are a mix of one, two and three-bedrooms, some with views of the lake, park and beyond.

Designed by Krikis Taylor Architects, with beautifully appointed interiors by award-winning SJB, the apartments are attracting enquiry from a diverse range of buyers including empty-nesters, downsizers, and families looking to accommodate their adult children in twin key apartments.

Mulpha Norwest General Manager, Tim Spencer, said the choice of large one, two and three bed apartments and living space configurations on offer are proving very attractive to potential purchasers.

“As well, Haven at Norwest will have added features such as a resort style heated swimming pool, community entertainment room, student tutelage and meeting rooms, a bike sharing service for residents managed by the building’s own concierge, and beautifully landscaped walkways throughout,” Tim said.

“Haven at Norwest is fast becoming one of the Hills’ most sought after residences.” With healthy food cafes and retail on the ground floor of Haven, residents don’t have far to go to enjoy a coffee or bite to eat. There is also direct access to a range of popular dining options close by.

Haven will be part of the naturally connected community at Norwest, where residents are able to stroll or bike ride, via a network of walkways, throughout the area to retail, banking and recreational facilities. Norwest Marketown, with its Coles supermarket and specialty stores, is a five minute stroll away.

The new Norwest railway station is situated just 500 metres from Haven, connecting Norwest with the city and all areas of Sydney.

Final Release of Large Homesites in EdgewaterMulpha recently released 13 homesites in Bella Vista Waters with nearly all selling in the first weekend. To meet market demand, Mulpha is planning a final release of homesites in the adjoining Edgewater estate. The timing of this release will be determined early in the New Year.

The 15 homesites to be released are large, ranging in size from

700m² to 850 m², and some are elevated with district views.

Mulpha Norwest General Manager Tim Spencer said the homesites in Edgewater are exceptional.

“They are large, with wide street frontages and set in premium streetscapes. Proximity to the Greenway Link, future parks and walkways, and a short walk to the future Bella Vista Railway Station ensure these blocks are in high demand.

This new estate allows purchasers an opportunity to design and build their dream home within a new community, continuing on from the award-winning Bella Vista Waters community.”

Residents of Edgewater will be close to planned public open space and playing fields. They will also be close to a variety of lakeside restaurants and cafes, shopping, banking, childcare, medical and recreational facilities at Norwest.

New Develoment Planned for Fairway DriveMulpha has commenced preliminary planning for a site on Fairway Drive. It is several hundred metres from award-winning developments, Peninsula and Central Park, and backs onto Bella Vista Waters. It will comprise homesites and townhomes.

The townhomes will be set around a feature park complete with resort-style swimming pool, gym and clubhouse. A landscaped riparian corridor will run the full length of the entry road into the development.

The new development is a short walk to Norwest, where residents can stroll or bike ride, via a network of walkways, to a variety of lakeside restaurants and cafes, shopping, banking, childcare, medical and recreational facilities.

The new Norwest railway station is located close by, connecting Norwest with the city and all areas of Sydney.

Mulpha Norwest has gained a reputation for excellence in the Hills Shire with its highly acclaimed Bella Vista Waters residential estate, and international award-winning Norwest Business Park.

Pending development approval, Mulpha will commence off the plan sales around April 2017.

Mulpha Norwest Sales & Information Centre is located at 36 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills. Phone: 1300 090 388

This newsletter is published by Norwest Community Assocation and sponsored by Mulpha Norwest.

For enquiries, news to share or suggestions please contact info@norwestcommunity.com.au

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