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Santa Paws is coming
back to town !
It is not a secret that we love to include our pets in the festivities over the Christmas holidays .
Following the runaway success of last year ’ s Santa Paws photo shoot for pets and owners at Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter , Santa is putting on his Christmassy best red and white for an even better event under the mistletoe next month .
Santa Paws will run for five days this year , on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 November , and Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 November . And for those who prefer a quieter atmosphere , we ’ re having a sensoryfriendly day on Thursday 14 November .
For $ 20 , a professional photographer will snap you , your pets and Santa against a luxurious snowy backdrop with Christmas trees and presents . Your shoot includes a digital copy of your photo for sharing far and wide .
This year , we are also offering customised pet tags for your furry friend for just $ 10 – it ’ s the perfect Christmas gift for your beloved pet !
All kinds of pets are welcome , and all funds collected go to the Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter donation fund which will go towards improvements of the shelter . While you ’ re there you can also check out the animals who are looking for a new home .
So , dress yourself and your pet for Christmas and let ’ s spread some Paws-mas cheer . Choose the date and time for your Santa Paws photo shoot at : hcas-santapaws . eventbrite . com . au . SANTA PAWS PHOTO SHOOT Dates : 8 & 9 November , 14 November
( sensory-friendly day ), 15 & 16 November
Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter , 10 Mulgrave Road , Mulgrave . $ 20 for a professional photo shoot with Santa . Book : https :// hcas-santapaws . eventbrite . com . au
Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter is at 10 Mulgrave Road , Mulgrave . For more information , visit https :// hawkesburycas . com . au / for-your-pets / petevents .
Upgrade to fibre : faster internet for Western Sydney
In Western Sydney , having fast and reliable internet to keep you connected is a game-changer . Whether you ’ re working from home , streaming your favourite shows or gaming , a solid connection makes all the difference .
The NBN Fibre to the Premises ( FTTP ) upgrade offers a solution , bringing super-fast internet directly to your home or business by replacing outdated copper wires with state-ofthe-art fibre optic cables .
FTTP delivers significantly faster download speeds , improved stability and reduced lag , compared to older technologies like Fibre to the Node ( FTTN ) or Fibre to the Curb ( FTTC ), which still rely on aging copper lines .
This means no more buffering , dropped Zoom calls or slow downloads . SpinTel ’ s award-winning plans offer speeds up to 650Mbps , ensuring that everyone in your household can stay connected without interruptions .
Upgrading to FTTP can also lead to long-term cost savings . SpinTel ’ s recent research reveals that many Australians are either on internet plans that don ’ t match their needs or are paying for more speed than they actually use . By selecting a plan that fits your household ’ s usage — whether for streaming , gaming or work — you can lower your monthly bill without sacrificing quality .
Liam Bal , CEO of SpinTel , calls FTTP
technology a “ major step forward ” in internet connectivity .
“ With direct fibre optic cables to the premises , FTTP offers the fastest and most reliable internet speeds available . We are committed to making the transition as seamless as possible ,” he said .
“ Once a customer selects their FTTP plan , we work closely with NBN to coordinate installation and keep them informed throughout the process . Customers will notice the difference immediately with faster speeds , seamless browsing , high-quality streaming and quicker downloads .”
To find out if you ’ re eligible for the free FTTP upgrade , check your address here ; www . spintel . net . au / home-internet / nbn # nbn _ plans ? utm _ source = theindependent & utm _ medium = editorial & utm _ campaign = FTTP _ upgrade _ checkaddress .
If your property isn ’ t yet eligible , the full rollout is expected to be completed by the end of 2025 . You can also register for updates to know when it ’ s available in your area .
SpinTel is one of the most popular Australian telcos on ProductReview , with a rating of 4.4 from over 10,986 reviews . SpinTel has longevity in the market – it is one of the largest privately owned ISPs in Australia , established in 1996 .
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