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• 12/02/10 - Join in the Fun - Macmillan Cancer Support - Rhondda Walk 2010

• 30/03/09 - Fire & Rescue Service unveils brand new equipment to tackle wildfire fires

• 24/03/09 - Tesco Announces Intention to Build Store in Treorchy and hold Public Exhibition

• 01/09/08 - Introduction to energy efficiency

• 04/07/08 - South Wales Fire Chief will head Scottish Fire Unit

• 01/07/08 - South Wales Fire Authority announces new Chairman

• 24/06/08 - South Wales Fire and Rescue Service supports Child Safety Week 2008

• 24/06/08 - Fire and Rescue Service hosts ‘Out of the Blue’!

• 21/05/08 - Welsh Schools Join Forces

• 31/03/08 - toogoodtowaste opens new charity shop

• 05/10/05 - Ton & Gelli Boys and Girls Club Thanks - photo

• 27/09/05 - Greetings from the Mini Zebras!

Join in the fun! - 12/02/10   back   return to top of page

Why not get your walking boots on and join us to raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support, in the Rhondda Walk 2010.

The Rhondda Walk 2010 is an eleven mile sponsored walk, starting in Treherbert Rugby club and finishing at the Rhondda Heritage Park. 

The walk starts at 10am on Saturday 12 June 2010.

The route will be set out on maps which will be available on the morning before you leave Treherbert Rugby Club, and will be along a designated route.

1 in 3 of us will have a cancer diagnosis in our lives and 2 million people are living with cancer in the UK. 

Macmillan Cancer Support provides practical, medical, emotional and financial support and by taking part in this sponsored walk you will be helping local people living with cancer and their families

Macmillan are thrilled to announce the event for the 2^nd year, which has been co-organised by a Rhondda Cynon Taff council employee, so let’s kick start it by all getting involved!

Thanks for your support!

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Debbie Jones  Fundraising Manager, South East & North Wales

Macmillan Cancer Support    Cymorth Canser Macmillan

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Despite being cold, 1 in 5 people with cancer turned their heating off last winter because they were worried about high fuel bills. You can help us change this by joining our campaign for more support for people with cancer struggling to pay their fuel bills. It’s time to turn up the heat.

When you’re living with cancer, the good days really matter. At Macmillan we’re here to help you have more good days. For answers, support or just to chat about your day, call us on 0808 808 00 00 or visit www.macmillan.org.uk

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Fire and Rescue Service unveils brand new equipment to tackle wildfire fires - 30/04/09   back   return to top of page      

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service will next week unveil £1/4 million worth of high tech equipment that fire crews will use to fight the huge number of wildfires that traditionally scar the South Wales Valleys every Spring, and cost the taxpayer around £9 million per year. 

Brand new vehicles and equipment including 4 all terrain Argo Cats, complete with fogging systems, specialist fire crime vans, fire shelters and all terrain mountain bikes will  be deployed in the coming weeks, as part of the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s ‘wildfire’ project  - a new, multi-pronged approach to the way Firefighters tackle grass, forestry and mountain fires.  As well as using new firefighting equipment and clothing, the project is developing new techniques in education, enforcement, operational tactics, training and partnership working.    

The new Argo Cats are eight wheeled, all terrain, amphibious vehicles, designed to negotiate inaccessible mountainous areas and capable of ‘swimming’ through deep water.  They will be equipped with hi-tech fire fogging systems – high pressure water mist jets that use a small amount of water to quickly extinguish large areas of grass fires.  This means that for the first time ever, Firefighters will be able to tackle mountain fires with water, rather than the traditional grass beaters that make the task so physically challenging, especially in high temperatures.   

The Service’s Fire Crime Unit will be mobilising three brand new vehicles that will be patrolling the mountains and valleys across the region.  Their aim is to provide a high profile presence in areas where there is a high level of grass and wildfire incidents.

Martin Hendersen, Head of Community Safety and Partnerships for the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service, said: 

“Tackling the issues of wildfires is as much about presentation, education and enforcement as it is about new operational equipment and tactics.  We have been and will continue to work closely with the Forestry Commission Wales and our partner agencies to address the underlying issues of anti social behaviour that result in the devastation of the environment”. 

Also making an appearance next week is the Fire and Rescue Service’s microdrone – a remotely operated aerial mini helicopter, which acts as an useful ‘eye in the sky’ for Firefighters tackling large scale wildfires and helps identify those setting the fires. 

Attending the launch of the new equipment will be representatives of the Forestry Commission Wales, who work closely with the Fire and Rescue Service in combating wildfires by providing a specialist helicopter, areas for training fire crews and ensuring that Firefighters receive vital information, such as details of the forest roads network, to help them respond quickly to any emergency.  

The Easter holiday period traditionally sees the number of deliberately set wildfires in grass and mountain areas soar, costing the taxpayer millions of and results in South Wales’ fire crews being stretched to breaking point.    Annually, the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service makes special preparations for potential spate conditions  and this year, the Service is hoping that the hi- tech equipment will ease the burden on the hundreds of Firefighters that may have to be mobilised to the valleys over the coming weeks. 

“This equipment will allow a revolution in the way that our fire crews tackle wildfires”, said Area Manager Andrew Thomas, who heads the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s wildfire project.   

“It will mean that our Firefighters can provide a swift, effective response, fighting fires in tough, inaccessible areas with water as well as the grass beaters they usually use.  In the past, crews have had to trek sometimes miles to the location of the fire, in thick protective clothing, and use heavy grass beaters to tackle the flames.  This will improve their response, making it quicker, more effective, and will reduce the liklihood of injuries and potential cases of heat exhaustion that they have traditionally suffered”, he said. 

AM Thomas continued: “Wildfires are extremely unpredictable and can spiral out of control within minutes.  Every time our Firefighters are called out to a grass or mountain fire, not only does it cost the taxpayer thousands of pounds, but it also means that Firefighters could be diverted from attending a real emergency – someone trapped in a house fire or a crashed car, where there is a potential life risk”.

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Statement for Treorchy.net - 20/03/09  back   return to top of page

Today Tesco announced the intention to build a new environmental store in Treorchy and seek public opinion by holding a Public Exhibition.

Tesco has secured land to build a Tesco food store creating 180 new jobs.

Tesco announced it will be inviting members of the public to a Public Exhibition on Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25^th of March at the Treorchy Senior Citizens Club , Oak Tree Hall Cemetery Road to see the plans and explain the the reasons for the location which will offer more choice and keep food expenditure and employment within the area.

               Press statements issued by Tesco today

Felix Gummer of Tesco confirmed the plans and said “Our independent household survey shows that  a majority of main food shopping is undertaken outside Treorchy and Treherbert and the surrounding area. We therefore now know the extent to which people shop outside Treorchy. This is the expenditure we wish to retain at the top end of the Rhondda Valley up to Blaenrhondda and Blaencwm. Some residents shop as far away as Aberdare.”

Importantly, the new store will play a significant role in the local economy employing 180 local staff. These jobs will be prioritised for local people through  Job Centre Plus.

The new store will be 30,000 square feet.

Mr Gummer added “We will be holding a full public consultation with the local community so that all community issues can be addressed. The new Tesco environmental stores are an exciting development in Tesco’s long term plans to reduce significantly the carbon footprint of its stores by 2020”.

Public Exhibition at

Oak Tree  Hall,

Cemetery Road,

Treorchy , CF42 6TB

Tuesday 24^th  March 2009 12 noon to 7. 30 pm

Wednesday 25^th  March 2009 10 am to 3.30 pm

E mail: royjthomas@publictrustpartnership.co.uk

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Notes

1. Tesco employ over 17,000 people in Wales and the new store will be a new environmentally efficient store and source products from over 2500 suppliers in Wales.

2. Tesco announced last year that all their self service counters as well as signage would always be bilingual and Tesco continue to be the leading retailer in Wales committed to play an active role in using the welsh language in everyday life of communities in Wales .

3. Tesco wishes to demonstrate the commitment it has in tackling climate change.

Whilst similar in appearance to existing Tesco stores, the architecture, fixtures and signage at the timbre-framed store are specifically designed to both to reduce the store’s carbon footprint and heat wastage and to maximise the use of recyclable content. The new store is a blueprint for future low carbon stores.

Energy-efficient features of its design and interior include:

• a new lighting system that automatically dims individual lights when natural light increases;

• a natural refrigeration system whereby all fridges are cooled with CO₂, which is significantly less damaging to the climate than traditional fridge gases;

• a fully recyclable plastic moulded checkout packing areas, which have much lower carbon and water content.

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Introduction to energy efficiency - 01/09/08   back   return to top of page   

THE SOUTH EAST WALES ENERGY AGENCY is a local, independent charity supported by local authorities across the region, providing practical assistance to homeowners regarding energy efficiency.

Keeping warm this winter and beyond

The energy efficiency of your home directly impacts on how high your fuel bills are. If you have an old boiler, draughty windows and only a little insulation in your loft, you may be paying more than you should for your heating bill. Or if you have a fixed income and can’t spend too much on your energy bills, you probably aren’t able to afford to keep your whole house warm.

How you live in your home will also have an impact on your bills. Make sure you understand how to operate your heating system properly and don’t set the thermostat too high. Don’t leave your TV on stand by or mobile phone charger plugged in – both use electricity even when they are doing nothing! Fitting energy efficiency light bulbs (often available free) can also save you money.

We attend events in the South East Wales area, also giving talks to community groups about energy grants available and how to save energy in the home. Everyone we meet will receive a free energy efficient lightbulb.

If you would like us to attend your community event or require information on how to receive a grant please give us a call.

Ask us at the South East Wales Energy Agency for help on staying warm but saving energy this winter Tel; (freephone) : 0800 622 6110.  website:  www.sewenergy.or.g.uk

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South Wales Fire Chief will head Scottish Fire Unit - 04/07/08    back   return to top of page   

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Chief Fire Officer has been successfully appointed to the position of the new Head of the Fire and Rescue Service Advisory Unit in Scotland.  CFO Brian Fraser was this week appointed to the Scottish post by Scotland’s First Minister.   

It is anticipated that CFO Fraser will leave the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service at the end of August.  The South Wales Fire Authority met today and agreed to his departure, subject to him finalising agreements with the Scottish Office.    Deputy Chief Fire Officer Andy Marles will act up as CFO for an interim period until Fire Authority members appoint a successor. 

South Wales’ Chief Fire Officer since January 2001, 52 year old CFO Fraser has seen the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service through a period of rapid change and modernisation, unprecedented in the UK Fire and Rescue Service.    He has overseen a private finance initiative to provide the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service with a state of the art training and development centre in Cardiff Gate, and has instigated a move to a brand new, modern Headquarters at the end of this year, which will bring together the many and various functions of the Service under one roof.     

“There have also been lots of highs and just few lows over the past seven years of my career”, said CFO Fraser 

“The saddest day that I’ve experienced here was 23^rd May 2004, when Firefighter Richard Jenkins, was tragically killed whilst attending a deliberately set fire in Ely, Cardiff.” 

He added:   “One of the most satisfying highlights is the massive reduction in the number of house fires in the area, and a reduction in the number of people dying or injured in house fires.   I’ve also enjoyed seeing outstanding steps forward in the development and training of Firefighters working under the retained duty system – who staff 38 of the 64 front line pumping appliances in the South Wales area”.   

The position as Head of Scotland’s Fire and Rescue Advisory Unit became vacant in Autumn 2007, and the process of appointment has been on going since early Spring.    The Unit will advise Ministers and officials on fire and rescue related issues while providing support to Chief Officers and challenging them on professional issues where necessary.

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South Wales Fire Authority announces new Chairman - 01/07/08  

South Wales Fire Authority is pleased to announce that Councillor Anthony Ernest, Vale of Glamorgan, has been elected as Chairman of South Wales Fire Authority for the forthcoming year. He was elected to the position at South Wales Fire Authority AGM on June 9^th along with Councillor Keith Hyde, Cardiff who was elected as Vice Chairman of the Authority.  

Councillor Ernest said, “I’m incredibly proud to be elected to an Authority that I have served on for four years. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is a high performing organisation that helps thousands of members of the public every day when exposed to the risks and dangers that befall many of us during our lives. To become Chairman of such an organisation is a great honour as we take the Service forward to continue to do the great work that it does.”

Anthony Ernest commenced his Local Government career in 1974 when he was first elected to Penarth Town Council, he was Mayor in 1980, being re-elected every four years until 1995, resuming in 1999 to present day. He was also Chairman (Mayor) of the Vale of Glamorgan Council in 2000, and Opposition Spokesman on Fire Service matters on the former South Glamorgan County Council from 1993-96.

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List of full authority 08/09

Chairman of the Authority - Councillor Anthony M Ernest, Conservative Group – Sully 

Vice-Chairman of the Authority - Councillor Keith Hyde, Liberal Democrat Group – Pentwyn

Chairman of the Finance, Audit & General Purposes Committee  - Councillor Bob Greenland, Conservative Group - Devauden

Vice Chairman of the Finance, Audit & General Purposes Committee - Councillor Colin Mann, Plaid Cymru Group - Llanbradach

Blaenau – deferred 

Councillor David Sage, Labour Group – Brackla 

Councillor Clive James, Labour Group – Pyle

Councillor Tudor Davies, Labour Group - Bargoed

Councillor Denis Bolter, Plaid Cymru Group – Hengoed

Councillor Jonathon Burns, Conservative Group - Llanishen

Councillor Bill Kelloway, Liberal Democrat Group – Penylan

Councillor Ramesh Patel, Labour Group – Canton

Councillor Keith Parry, Plaid Cymru Group – Fairwater

Councillor Glenn Price, Independent Group – Treharris

Councillor Val Smith, Conservative Group – Llanbadoc

Councillor Ray Truman, Labour Group -  Alway

Councillor Bob Bright, Labour Group –  Ringland

Councillor Graham Stacey , Labour Group –  Church Village

Councillor Sylvia Jones, Labour Group –  Llwynypia

Councillor Jane Ward, Labour Group – Penrhiwceiber

Councillor John Daniel, Plaid Group – Aberdare West

Torfaen – Deferred

Torfaen – Deferred

Councillor Emlyn Williams, Conservative Group –  Illtyd

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South Wales Fire and Rescue Service supports Child Safety Week 2008 - 24/06/08   back   return to top of page

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is joining forces with Child Safety Week (run by Child Accident Prevention Trust from 23^rd to 29^th June 2008 – www.capt.org.uk/csweek to help parents ensure they and their children are kitchen clever when it comes to fire safety.  Every year, thousands of children are admitted to hospital as a result of accidents at home. 

Every year many children are involved in accidental fires in South Wales and exposed to the dangers of fire at home. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is arming parents with the information they need to help keep them and their children safe in the home. 

Head of Community Safety, Martin Henderson says, “The kitchen is where many fires start in the home.   It is crucial that parents know the facts about kitchen fire safety so they can pass on valuable knowledge to the whole family.  Teaching by example can reduce the chances of having a devastating fire at home. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is always at hand to give advice and help keep your family safe by offering home fire safety checks.” 

The theme for Child Safety Week is ‘Make a change. Make a difference’, highlighting that making small changes in our everyday lives can make a big difference to children’s safety.  As such, the week provides an opportunity for parents in South Wales to make sure they have working smoke alarms in their homes and, as families, to teach children about the dangers of fire and what to do in the event of one breaking out.      

Martin continued, “A free home fire safety check from your local Firefighters can help you make these changes to make the difference. Just call 0800 169 1234 to request one today!” 

Katrina Phillips, Chief Executive of Child Accident Prevention Trust says, “Just a few simple changes can keep your family safe from fire – fitting the smoke alarm that’s been gathering dust in your kitchen drawer, changing your smoke alarm for one with a silencer button so you’re not tempted to take the batteries out if it goes off accidentally while you’re cooking, and practising with your children what to do if the alarm goes off for real.”  

Here are top tips from South Wales Fire and Rescue Service to ensure children stay safe in the kitchen and from fire in the home: 

1.      Fit and maintain a smoke alarm - you should have one on each level of your home and test it weekly.  Ideal places are at the top and bottom of staircases, on stair landings, and between living and sleeping areas. 

2.     Don’t remove the batteries – if your smoke alarm keeps going off accidentally while you are cooking, don’t remove the batteries. Instead move the alarm or change it for one with a silencer button. 

3.     Never leave cooking unattended - If you need to leave the kitchen turn electrical appliances off and take pans off the heat. 

4.     Make sure children know the kitchen is not a play area - never leave children alone in the kitchen when you're cooking and never let them play near the oven and hob. 

5.     Set clear kitchen rules for kids such as: never play with matches, never switch on the cooker, never put anything on top of the cooker and don’t touch any saucepans on the cooker.  

6.   Don't overload plug sockets - one plug per socket is the rule, especially if the appliance takes a lot of power (like a kettle).  Be careful not to let leads trail over cookers or touch water. 

7.     Nominate your child to be the ‘Escape champ’ – Regularly role-play escape routes and give children the responsibility to keep escape routes clear.  

8.     Get ‘key clever’ – keys for windows and doors should always be kept in an accessible place so you can get out quickly in the event of a fire.  Encourage your children to check that keys are in the correct place. 

9.     Discuss how to call 999 – Make sure children know the number off by heart as well as their address. Always make sure that both are pinned up by the phone and explain the importance of only calling 999 in a real emergency 

10. In the event of a fire ‘Get out, Stay out and Dial 999!’ – Don’t delay for valuables, don’t investigate or try to tackle the fire.  Use a mobile, a neighbour’s phone or a phone box to dial 999.  If someone needs to be rescued wait safely outside for the firefighters who have the equipment and training to do it.   Never go back in. 

For further information contact visit the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service website on www.southwales-fire.gov.uk

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Notes to editors: 

• Parents can find activity check sheets to help them by visiting the Child Safety Week page on the Trust’s website www.capt.org.uk They can also obtain safety advice leaflets by sending a stamped addressed envelope (27p) to Child Safety Week Leaflets, Child Accident Prevention Trust, 22-26 Farringdon Lane, London EC1R 3AJ, stating the age of their children in the bottom left-hand corner. 

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Fire and Rescue Service hosts ‘Out of the Blue’! - 24/06/08  back   return to top of page

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is hosting a very special event at Bute Park, Cardiff on July 12^th. ‘Out of the Blue’ is the Emergency Services and Community Safety event open to everyone.

With an array of over 50 attractions ranging from hot air balloons, dancers, parachutists, Fire and Rescue Service and Police displays, to ‘dunk the firefighter’ and sports ‘master classes’ from high profile sports clubs, Out of the Blue is likely to tempt thousands of visitors from all over South Wales.  

On Saturday 12^th July at 10am, Bute Park opens its gates to the general public for a day of entertainment and interesting and interactive displays all for free. More information on the attractions can be found on the official website www.outoftheblue.uk.net.  

Amongst the entertainment, Firefighters will be impressing crowds with displays including chip pan fires, urban search and rescue, mini helicopter used in operations, sprinklers at work, driving emergency vehicles, boat rescue, using extinguishers, handling 999 calls and mobilising appliances all over South Wales. 

The event will provide an excellent day out for families looking for something to do on a summery Saturday. Members of South Wales Fire and Rescue Service have been extremely busy making ‘Out of the Blue’ the biggest Community Safety event to ever have been organised in the UK by a Fire and Rescue Service.  

Also included in the entertainment, visitors will find a mix of interactive displays from partner organisations such as Crimestoppers, Cardiff Council Road Safety, Cardiff Council Public Health, Careers Wales, The Red Cross and many more hoping keep people safe, informed and aware of the services available to them.  

The event runs over two days, but Friday 11^th July is for schools only and currently around 5,000 school children are booked on this day.  

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service’s Chief Fire Officer, Brian Fraser said 

“The event will showcase the diverse range of functions the modern-day Fire and Rescue Service has. We want people to realise that we do more than just put out fires! Working with our partnership agencies we are able to stage an entertaining event that should make the public of South Wales aware of the work going on to ensure they stay safe, whilst having a very enjoyable day.” 

The event will take place alongside one of the highest profile competitions for Fire and Rescue Services in the world. The ‘World Rescue Wales 2008’ competition is entered by Firefighters from across the globe, hoping to take the title for the best ‘extrication’ team when dealing with casualties trapped in crashed cars. This takes place in Cardiff International Arena on 11^th and 12^th July and is also open to the public free of charge.   

During World Rescue Wales and also at the CIA, the UK’s ‘Fittest Rescuer’ competition which simulates Firefighter tasks that will push their fitness levels to the very limit will get underway. Up to 50 Firefighters from all over the UK will compete individually for this new title over a specially designed Firefighting course, making it a very entertaining competition for spectators to come and watch. For more information on World Rescue Wales 2008 visit www.worldrescue-wales.org.uk.

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Welsh Schools Join Forces - 21/05/08   back  return to top of page

Thanks to a unique and groundbreaking agreement between one of Wales ’ oldest and most respected Independent schools -   Llandovery College - and Treorchy Comprehensive School in Rhondda Cynon Taff, a student from Treorchy could benefit from a fully funded sixth form place at Llandovery.

The newly created Combined Cadet Force (CCF) scholarship will be based at Llandovery College in Carmarthenshire, where the CCF flourishes. A large proportion of students participate in CCF activities beyond the 2 years in which it is compulsory for all.

The news of this collaboration between State and Independent Schools and a 100% CCF scholarship will be welcomed by Gordon Brown, who supports the recommendations of the government-commissioned review of civil and military relations to increase state schools’ participation in cadet forces.

Quentin Davies, MP who led the review says

“The Prime Minister is very, very keen on the opportunities represented by cadet forces and we will be making a number of recommendations to increase the use of this superb national asset”.

Of the new scholarship, Mr. Davies said  

“I was delighted to hear of the decision by Llandovery College to offer CCF scholarships and I congratulate the College on this imaginative initiative.”

 Brigadier Rick Libbey, commander of the British Army in Wales , said:

“I was thrilled when Llandovery College suggested offering an annual sixth form scholarship to a pupil from the new CCF at Treorchy Comprehensive School .  This very generous gesture was a spontaneous response to a genuine desire by an independent school with a long-established CCF to identify ways to help a brand new contingent in a state school  … The two CCFs are already working together to their mutual benefit and this scholarship is a very tangible example of what can be done.   It was the Prime Minister’s direct involvement that allowed Treorchy Comprehensive to open its highly successful CCF last year and he has recently expressed a wish to see even more state schools doing the same.  It would be wonderful to see many more young people enjoying the same life-changing experiences that those at Llandovery and Treorchy are able to do.” 

Peter Hogan, Warden of Llandovery College believes that the CCF provides an opportunity for young people to exercise and develop responsibility and leadership in a disciplined environment. Llandovery College ’s cadets build their self-reliance, resourcefulness, endurance, perseverance and a sense of service to the community through activities including walking, canoeing and gliding. At Llandovery, students are also able to gain BTEC qualifications in Public Services.

“All young people benefit from having these skills developed and so we are happy to work with the army and Treorchy Comprehensive to widen the access to these opportunities.”   - Peter Hogan, Llandovery College .

Treorchy Comprehensive School is an 11-18 mixed comprehensive school with pupils from across Rhondda Cynon Taff which includes some of the most financially disadvantaged towns in the country. Llandovery College is an independent co-educational day and boarding school for pupils from 3-18, educating some 300 children on the edge of the Brecon Beacons.

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Llandovery College is a co-educational day and boarding school for children aged 3 -18.

Llandovery College, Llandovery, Carmarthenshire SA20 0EE

Telephone: 01550 723000      Email: mail@LlandoveryCollege.com

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toogoodtowaste opens new charity shop - 31/03/08    back   return to top of page

Local charity toogoodtowaste is proud to open the doors of its new purpose built charity shop offering reusable furniture / electric appliances and much more,  at  Ynyshir, Porth CF39 0RF.  

Despite the heartache and disappointment felt by staff and volunteers during the past 18 months, when the refurbishment work on the building was set back due to amongst other things, break-ins, thefts, vandalism and fire, volunteers and staff were determined that their efforts to provide services to help people on a low income, would not be in vain. 

As from April 7^th the charity will be able to create new volunteer and work experience opportunities, offer more opportunity to people to recycle their pre-owned furniture and electrical items that are ‘too good to waste’,  and will be able to encourage more people to ‘save money, choose recycled’ 

Chief Executive Officer Lynda Davies said “we have come a long way in the last 13 years and we are very proud of our achievements so far. We want to increase the levels of reuse and recycling within the county borough and help people get a ‘better life’.  We do this by providing practical services (furniture reuse) and through real work experience and training. 

The new charity shop will open 10.00 – 3.00p.m. Monday to Friday to all members of the public. So, if you’ve not visited a toogoodtowaste charity shop before and want to see what’s on offer, why not pop along to Unit 1 Standard Industrial Estate Ynyshir where a warm welcome awaits you.  

For further information on this new chapter in toogoodtowaste’s history or on the charities work and services check out the website at www.toogoodtowaste.co.uk , ring 01443 733600 or email:enquiries@toogoodtowaste.co.uk 

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Ton and Gelli Boys’ and Girls’ Club Thanks - 05/10/05   back   return to top of page

Many thanks to the estate of the late Mr Louis Hopson, a former member of the Ton and Gelli Boys’ and Girls’ Club, for the kind donation of £100 to the club. 

The bequest was delivered in person by Mrs Hopson and was gratefully received by all at the club. 

Well done to the Ton and Gelli Boys’ and Girls’ Club under elevens football team for winning the annual Treherbert Tournament recently. 

They all played brilliantly! 

And a big thank you to coach John for his commitment to the team over the past four years and best wishes to him for the future. 

The Ton and Gelli Boys’ and Girls’ Club participates in the Tesco vouchers for sports equipment scheme and would be pleased to receive any spare vouchers you may have. Also, if you do have spare time to offer, volunteers are still badly needed. 

To learn more please contact Dean either at the club on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings or by phone at the Phoenix Centre (01443 425894) during the daytime. The club is located at the end of Dinam Park Avenue.

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Editors Notes:

Rhondda Community Business Initiatives is company limited by guarantee open to all members of the community. It manages a community cinema/theatre, and has successfully managed several sizeable capital projects. It has also successfully managed several community enterprise training projects, and has worked in partnership with the local authority and local further education college. 

Contact: Dean Jones

Rhondda Community Business Initiatives
The Phoenix Centre
Church Rd, Ton Pentre
RCT CF41 7EH

Tel : 01443 425894
Fax : 01443 439665

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• Under 8's Rhiwbina A
• Under 9's Pontypridd
• Under 10's St Albans
• Under 11's  Rhiwbina
• Under 12's Treorchy

The days rugby was of an exceptionally high standard and the trophies and participant medals were presented by Tristan Davies and Kort Schubert of the Cardiff Blues.

At Treorchy Min & Junior rugby we are always looking for new talent and if any child would like to play rugby we would welcome them to come and try with us training is on Wednesday nights for Under 11's  /  14's / 15's and the two Girls sides @ Under 14 & under 17 at  5p.m for 11's and 6.00p.m for 14/s 6.30 Girls Thursday night under 8's 6.00p.m  Under 9's 5.45 under 10 & under 11's at 7.00p.m further details from the club or Geraint Roberts 07785 387911

We are always looking for help or sponsorship if interested contact Geraint Roberts. 

Come and join the mini Zebras !!

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Barclays bank matches fundraising total - 21/09/05  

In August the Ferndale branch of Barclays organised and held a raffle to raise money for the local recycling company Too Good To Waste.

With prizes donated by both staff of the branch and Barclays, the raffle raised £150 which will be matched £ for £ by Barclays. 

The money raised by the staff will be used by Too Good For Waste to help disadvantaged youngsters to set up in their own homes by buying start up packs for them. 

In addition to this, the company accepts donations of good furniture and re-distributes to local homes in need. 

Barclays is proud to be involved in the community and to support this local cause.

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Llwynypia Boys’ and Girls’ Club Open Night - 20/09/05   back   return to top of page    

All are welcome to an open night on Monday October 3rd at the newly refurbished Llwynypia Boys’ and Girls’ Club. 

The event, which starts at 7pm, is a chance for adults and children to see the new facilities and find out about the forthcoming programmes. 

The club is located on Llwynypia Road in Llwynypia, near the Tonypandy Enterprise Centre. 

Club activities start for the autumn season on Wednesday 5^th October at 6pm and boys and girls aged from seven up to older teenagers are welcome to go along and participate in a range of sporting, recreational and social activities.

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Notes for Editor: Rhondda Community Business Initiatives is company limited by guarantee open to all members of the community. It manages a community cinema/theatre, and has successfully managed several sizeable capital projects. It has also successfully managed several community enterprise training projects, and has worked in partnership with the local authority and local further education college.

Contact: Jodi Lloyd, Rhondda Community Business Initiatives, The Phoenix Centre, Church Rd., Ton Pentre, RCT. CF41 7EH  www.rcbi.co.uk Tel : 01443 425894 Fax : 01443 439665 robamos@rcbi.co.uk

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