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n original Norman Lindsay painting that is believed to be over 70-years-old is now on display at the Norman Lindsay Gallery in Faulconbridge. Last Thursday, ‘Woman with Satyr’ was unveiled at the Blue Mountains gallery that it will now call home for the next 12 months. The NSW Police Force has loaned the original oil painting out which is valued between $30,000 and $40,000. The details of how the police came to own the authentic piece of artwork is yet to be clarified, however, the painting’s existence came to life after the Art Gallery of NSW found the piece in its storage facility in 2010. Documents associated with the artwork indicated that the NSW Police had loaned the painting to the Art Gallery of NSW in 1980. After the discovery of the painting, the police established ‘Operation Matisse’, a search to try to locate the owner of the artwork. Several months of investigation revealed that at one stage the painting belonged to a prominent art-collecting family in Sydney’s eastern suburbs. Blue Mountains Local Area Commander, Detective Superintendent Darryl Jobson, who presented the artwork to the Norman Lindsay Gallery, said he is pleased to have the opportunity to loan the artwork to the community. “It’s wonderful that this unique painting will be loaned to a regional gallery already dedicated to showcasing this iconic Australian artist’s work, where it will benefit the entire local community,” he said.

Detective Superintendent Darryl Jobson presents the artwork to the Norman Lindsay Gallery “While the history and ownership of this piece remains a mystery to this day, it’s certainly positive to see it on display for everyone’s enjoyment. “Policing is not traditionally associated with the arts, however, I am honoured to present this

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artwork to the community on behalf of the NSW Police Force.” The artwork will be on display at Norman Lindsay Gallery in Faulconbridge until September 2017.

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Community members left stranded Locals call on Transport for NSW to improve wheelchair accessibility at Lower Blue Mountains’ stations ERIN MAMO

ocal residents are sick and tired of the inadequate train stations in the Lower Blue Mountains that fail to offer access for the whole community. To date, Lapstone, Glenbrook and Warimoo stations have limited accessibility, with stairs being the only way commuters can reach the platform. This means anyone in a wheelchair, on a mobility scooter, with a pram or with a physical impairment limiting their ability to walk up and down stairs, is unable to travel by train from these stations. Greens member, Kate McConville, believes this is discrimination towards certain groups in the community because they don’t have the same fair access to a transport service that everyone else has. “The Blue Mountains is supposed to be a community, and that means people connecting with one another,” Ms McConville said. “How can people connect if they are isolated from one another?” Emmanuela Prigoni, a mother of two from Lapstone, agrees with Ms McConville and says although she lives right near Lapstone train station, she cannot use it.

“I have two young children so I cannot use the train because I know when I come back from wherever I have been I’ll be stuck on the platform with my pram,” Ms Prigoni said. Transport for NSW admitted there was more work to be done, with only 154 out of 307 stations on the Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink (intercity) networks currently wheelchair accessible. But an agency spokesperson stressed it was making headway using an “evidencebased approach”, including looking at current and future patronage and the needs and demographics of customers who use the location. “Since our Transport Access Program was launched in April 2012, more than 450 projects are underway or have been completed,” the spokesperson said. But other statistics suggest that since 2011 it has only managed to make an additional 33 stations in NSW wheelchair accessible, equating to just five per year. “Wentworth Falls and Leura are among 20 stations earmarked for easy access projects to improve wheelchair accessibility,” the spokesperson said. “Every day, we’re analysing the data to see what project can be delivered next. We put every location on the table.”

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Dastyari will make a comeback A feeling of entitlement? Stupidity? Whatever it was, the fall of Labor Senator Sam Dastyari has been nothing short of spectacular this past week. But any suggestion that the one-time rising star of the Australian Labor Party will be finished after this scandal is way too early to make. At just 33, Dastyari has a long time to restore his reputation. And in truth, I’m not sure the wider public are across the ins and outs of the story that has brought him down. They hear ‘Chinese donation’ and ‘travel expenses’ and it’s enough to put up the ‘case closed’ sign. The public is becoming more and more fed up with politicians behaving badly. When footballers do it, there’s almost an attitude of forgiveness because we were all ‘young and stupid’ once. But when the elected leaders of our country can’t play by the rules, it becomes more and more frustrating. Dastyari’s actions were stupid and he should know better. He may be young but he’s been around politics long enough to know what’s right and what’s wrong. But anybody who had him earmarked as a future Prime Minister shouldn’t be tearing up their ticket just yet. How long are we talking before that prediction could become a reality? 20 years? 30 years? A lot of water will pass under the bridge before then. Plenty of people who may support him for such a crucial role in the future might not even be born yet. This whole scandal has been far from fatal, but it has proven an extremely expensive lesson.

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Scandal that could kill league Talking of scandals, rugby league could write the book, and the sequel, on such drama. From player behaviour to salary cap rorts and the infamous Super League war some 20 years ago, the game knows how to create controversy. Some, including me, would say that it is the soap opera element of rugby league that keeps the sport so strong. Very few rugby league fans actually turn away from the game when scandals happen – it’s almost like a member of the family has done the wrong thing but they deserve forgiveness. However, suggestions of match fixing open up an entirely different ball game. If there was ever a scandal that could threaten the future of the code, it’s this. A player being an idiot is one thing, but the very integrity of the sport being questioned is another.

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Personally, I still find it extremely hard to believe that rugby league has been infiltrated to a major degree, but maybe I’m just being protective of a game I love. Whatever the case, if any allegations of match fixing are proven, the National Rugby League can not put its head in the sand. It must act, and act decisively. We can have different opinions about penalties for on-field incidents, or the Bunker, or whatever else makes up the soap opera, but our firm opinion on match fixing must be one of solidarity. Anyone caught should be gone forever and should lose the support of the rugby league community. Westcare raises $80,000 I had the great honour of hosting WestCare’s annual fundraising dinner at the Coffee Club in Penrith last Thursday night. For over 25 years WestCare has been committed to the relief of poverty, suffering, distress and helplessness of people in the local community regardless of age, sex, race, ethnic background, religion, or political beliefs. Some $80,000 was raised for the Safe Sleeps campaign that WestCare is involved with. It was a sensational night and once again, it was fantastic to see people of the Penrith and Blue Mountains community coming together to support such a great cause. We worry about so many things that don’t really matter on a day to day basis, and sometimes fundraisers like this really drive home the message of what’s important. Well done to all involved.

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Glenbrook volunteer best in district Speech pathologist takes out two top gongs at prestigious awards STAFF WRITERS

lenbrook resident, Lisa Mamo, has been recognised for her outstanding contribution to the community recently as the winner of the Volunteer of the Year Award for the Outer West and Blue Mountains district. Volunteers from the region came together on Thursday, September 1, for the 10th Annual Volunteer of the Year Awards in Penrith, where Ms Mamo received both the overall 2016 Sydney Outer West and Blue Mountains Volunteer of the Year Award and the Adult of the Year Award. Ms Mamo, who works as a speech pathologist, has spent the last two years volunteering her time at a Cerebral Palsy Alliance house on a monthly basis to assist adults who have various communication and mobility needs. With some of the residents of the home being hearing impaired, Ms Mamo chairs the monthly resident meetings through sign language and picture and alphabet boards so that the adults can communicate any issues that they may have inside or outside the home that need to be addressed. Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Volunteering, Gemma Rygate, said Lisa

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has empowered the residents and given them a voice. “Before Lisa, residents often found meetings frustrating and frankly pointless because they could not make themselves understood,” Ms Rygate said. “Lisa’s professional communication skills, as well as her patience and individual attention to differing needs amongst the residents, have directly led to a happier living environment for both residents and staff in this special unit.” Ms Mamo has spent much of her professional life working in the disability sector with adults, children and their families, with a focus on improving quality of life. Outside of the Cerebral Palsy Alliance, the 29-year-old has volunteered her time towards many other worthy causes, including the Ronald McDonald House at Westmead and special schools in both Europe and South America. Ms Mamo said she was honoured to receive the awards. “I want to help improve people’s quality of life,” Ms Mamo said. “I think if you have the skills and capacity to do that then you should take up those opportunities when they present.” In December, Ms Mamo will attend a gala event where the overall NSW Volunteer of the Year Award recipient will be announced.

Gardens spring to life Story continued from » p. 1 For the first time, the Rotary Club has joined forces with the Blue Mountains Lantern Club for the event, which support The Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children (RIDBC). All proceeds from the open gardens will go to RIDBC, who are a non-government provider of therapy, education and cochlear implant services for people with vision or hearing loss, particularly children. RIDBC Chief Executive, Chris Rehn, said the support the provider receives from community fundraisers, especially Lantern Clubs, is truly fantastic. “It is with the help of our community that RIDBC can continue to make a difference in the lives of children and adults with vision and hearing loss,” he said. Entry to one of the garden displays is $5 or $15 to visit all five. Each garden will be open from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18.

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Porn ring targets local school girls, posts nude photos online ERIN MAMO

olice are urging parents to talk to their children about the dangers of “sexting” amid reports hundreds of schoolgirls across the country, including some from Blaxland High School, have fallen prey to an international porn ring. Over 30 state and private schools across NSW were exposed as having students who has posed nude and now had images of themselves plastered on a global pornography website. On August 29, the Australian Federal Police released an updated statement declaring that they are working with the relevant authorities, including the Office of the Children’s eSafety Commissioner and international law enforcement, to evaluate the offshore website and determine the appropriate course of action. Dietmer Almer, Crime Manager for the Blue Mountains, said Blue Mountains Police are now planning to deliver an educational program to both students and parents at all high schools across the region. “As of yet, I have no information before me about the so-called porn ring or the involvement of any local teens,” Mr Almer said. “However, we are now working with the local high schools, particularly Blaxland High, to formulate an education package

Stock photo for delivery as soon as possible. “If we do get reports of sexting or pornography we would take the report straight to the State Crime Command.” Police are now strongly urging parents, caregivers and teachers to talk to their children about the importance of respectful relationships, both on and offline. Many young people are unaware of the legal and ethical consequences of sexting and creating or distributing pornography, which can carry up to 15 years jail. The national ThinkUKnow cyber safety education program is focused on preventing children from being groomed or mistreated online. For more, visit thinkuknow.org.au.

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Man suffers smoke inhalation following Hazelbrook blaze Investigations are underway after a house was destroyed by fire at Hazelbrook recently. Shortly after 4am on Saturday, September 3, emergency services were called to Mount View Avenue, Hazelbrook where they found the singlestorey brick home well alight. A man who lived in the home was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to hospital for further treatment for smoke inhalation. Detectives from the Blue Mountains Local Area Command and State Crime Command arson squad are investigating.

Fire destroys bushland near Katoomba car park

Fire and Rescue were notified of a bushfire near Mini Ha Ha Track car park, Mini Ha Ha Road, Katoomba on Monday, August 29. At about 3:20pm the fire was reported approximately 500 metres down the fire trail from the car park. The fire took hold and destroyed bushland for an area of approximately 200 metres by 50 metres. Fire fighters extinguished the blaze and Police are now investigating the cause.

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Police to examine Blaxland shed to help find intruder

A resident in Blaxland recently found an intruder in his shed at his property on Acacia Place. At about 10.15pm on Friday, August 26, the man went into the backyard of his home and noticed that the door of his shed was open. The occupant then saw a male aged around 20 wearing a light brown coloured hooded jacket standing inside the shed. The male exited the shed and jumped over the rear fence which backed onto the Great Western Highway at Blaxland. Police attended the scene and conducted a search but could not find the male. Police have arranged a forensic examination of the shed to assist the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Rotary club comes out swinging Upper Blue Mountains Club hosts concert and dinner to raise funds for little-known disease ERIN MAMO

he Upper Blue Mountains Rotary Club has come out swinging after raising $6,000 for Huntington’s disease as part of Huntington Awareness Month this September. On Friday, September 2, the Rotary Club put on a stellar concert and dinner to raise funds and awareness for the neurological disease that causes the breakdown of nerve cells in the brain. The concert, ‘Come out Swinging’, was headlined by Terry Rae and his Big Swing Band, with many other singers and dancers also donating their time to be a part of the event. Organiser, Bill Pixton, said all the feedback he had received so far has been really positive. He said it was important to raise money and awareness for the disease, which many people may not have heard of. “The support from everyone has been overwhelming,” Mr Pixton said. “Huntington’s disease does not always get the exposure it needs. It’s fatal and causes great suffering so we really want to thank everyone for their support.” The proceeds of the concert will now

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be used to help increase support services provided by Huntington’s NSW to sufferers and their families. Executive Officer of Huntington’s NSW, Robyn Kapp, said the focus of this year’s Huntington Awareness Month is to raise enough funds to provide support for young people who are impacted by the disease. “Young people are often left to care for a mother or father and live with the knowledge that they, or their siblings too, may inherit the disease,” Ms Kapp said. As part of the awareness month the first ever regional ‘Walk 4 Hope’ fundraiser will take place in Orange, NSW on Saturday, September 17. Local resident, Rachael Brooking, whose mother and aunt died of the disease and who is now caring for her symptomatic brother, is hosting the event and is hoping to make it a success. “My goal is to raise awareness for this debilitating disease, both for the individuals and their families,” Ms Brooking said. “I want to find a cure, to help grow support and to make this invisible disease known.” For more information about events being held across the state, head to huntingtonsnsw.org.au.

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always had fruits alongside our meat. Banana and pineapple in particular take on a delicious caramelised coating when cooked on a grill. Homemade shish kebabs are another delicious option, as is seafood which is the perfect summer protein and is packed full of heart friendly omega-3 fatty acids. Rice paper rolls One of my favourite meals

to make during the warmer months, they’re easy to put together, versatile, nutritious and they taste amazing. Rice paper rolls and vermicelli noodles can be found in the Asian foods aisle, and then it’s as simple as choosing your favourite fillings. Prawns, chicken and tofu all work well as a protein source and for the salad component try avocado, cucumber, carrot and leafy greens. Add mint, coriander and sweet chilli sauce and you have the perfect Asian inspired meal. Salads After a winter full of cooked vegetables the warmer weather tends to have us craving salads. Forget the typical lettuce, tomato and cucumber combination, and instead consider using nuts, cheeses, herbs, noodles, couscous, dried fruits, or make a warm salad with beef, chicken or prawn. Salads are perfect for experimenting with new vegetables, and one of my current favourites is red cabbage, which is full of vitamins, potassium and fibre. Remember different coloured vegetables offer different nutrient profiles, so the more colourful your salad the better.

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diversification’ also won him a Nobel prize. His groundbreaking research has become the cornerstone of investment advice and portfolio construction and is still utilised today. Put simply, Markowitz proposed that each of the three main asset groups - cash, shares and property - all have their ‘turn in the sun’, usually to the detriment of the other two. Thus, when share markets move up, cash and property tend to trend flat or down. As the share market plateaus and falls, cash or property then take off. Markowitz concluded that it was impossible for anyone to time any of these events, so he suggested spreading the portfolio across the three main groups. By doing this he concluded there will always be a portion of your investment funds going up. Although this may all seem obvious, prior to Markowitz’s work, the norm for investors was to chase returns by investing in single asset groups as they outperformed. There truly is a great deal of research that financial planners draw from. So when it appears that your adviser’s advice is no better than throwing a dart at a list of investments, I can assure you it couldn’t be further from the truth.

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ountain Whispers Luxury Accommodation located in the picturesque Blue Mountains villages of Leura and Katoomba offers everything one could possibly need for the perfect getaway. Made up of four award winning boutique luxury escapes, the Mountain Whispers collection are longstanding historical properties that have been restored to reflect the grandeur of their time. Strawberry Patch, Leura Rose and Varenna are each based in the heart of Leura, minutes from the charming village and impressive restaurants. Each of the properties boast antique period furnishings with romantic bedrooms, luxury bathrooms with double spa baths and floor heating and an added touch of wow - a mahogany log fire place in the bathroom at Leura Rose. Each property also has its own unique story to tell, like Varenna, which was built in 1906 and owned by Matilda Cowper, granddaughter of the Arch Deacon William Cowper. The Gatsby, which is located in Katoomba, is a stand out property with its art deco feel and is perfectly located in close proximity to many of the must see tourist attractions in the mountains like the Three Sisters and Scenic World. One of the best parts about each of the Mountain Whispers properties, perhaps, is the fact that guests have sole and exclusive use of the entire property during their stay. Owner of Mountain Whispers, Lorraine Allanson, said she had always had a longing desire to recreate luxurious experiences of the yesteryear and that’s how the business came about.

“I was motivated to create the ultimate luxury experience that epitomises what a Blue Mountains getaway is all about,” Ms Allanson said. “Tranquillity, comfort, romance, nature and a lifestyle akin to that of a bygone era, where guests can shut the door on the frantic pace of modern living and restore, reconnect, reminisce, relax.” Ms Allanson said when sourcing her properties it was important that she finds locations where guests can do as little or as much as they please, which is why each property is close to town but far enough to still enjoy the peace and quiet. Mountain Whispers also offers unique experiences to its guests like the opportunity to go on a vintage driving experience around the region complete with dress up attire. On site, guests are also offered luxury inclusions such as a full breakfast to cook at their leisure or a private chef to come in and cook it for them, massages and facials. For truly memorable visits, Mountain Whispers can tailor your stay specifically to the occasion with fresh flowers, chocolates, Moet and Chandon on ice, antipasto platters, soft music and champagne on arrival. The accommodation prides itself on its guests experiencing an unparalleled level of luxury and tourism excellence and they have certainly been recognised for this having won many awards. In 2015 alone, Mountain Whispers was the Silver winner for the NSW Tourism’s Luxury Accommodation Award, received a highly commended at the Blue Mountains Business Awards and won the Platinum award at the Australian Customer Service Awards.

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hy don’t businesses, especially small businesses, find the right staff and why do they get disappointed when they advertise jobs locally and get no response? Or worse, the wrong candidates apply for the position? We all want the right people to work in our businesses don’t we? So why has it become so difficult to recruit the right staff? Why has it seemingly become harder and harder to find good people? Or is it the way we hire and recruit that is the real issue, not the lack of good potential candidates? There are many good employees out there – finding the right staff, paying the right salary and recruiting the right way is often the real issue. The way you recruit, along with your recruitment ads and messages, are your brand to new employees. It tells them what kind of business you are, what you stand for, how its managed and who you want to employ. It is the “first impression”. It will shape how people perceive you and certainly influence who will apply to work for you in the first place.

Common recruiting mistakes in ads: 1. Not being clear about next steps, timeframes and role expectations. 2. Boring ads – be creative and give your ad personality. 3. Using confusing company jargon or acronyms. 4. Not stating what you and your business is all about. What is the business philosophy? What do you stand for and believe in! What is your brand? 5. Not stating what makes the business special and better than others. 6. Not stating the benefits of the job clearly. 7. Not specifying salary and conditions. 8. Impersonal ads – give it a human touch. 9. Posting too many jobs in one advert sends a message, we have high turnover. 10.Spelling and grammar mistakes. If you do it right the first time, you will get the right people applying first hand. And don’t forget, aside from finding superstars that shine, this is also a promotional and brand exercise for future candidates for your business.

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ROAD CLOSURES Old Castlereagh Road is closed between 9am and 12am (midnight) for the Defqon.1 Music Festival. Delays are expected on Castlereagh Road, Jane Street and Coreen Avenue as well as other roads between Penrith Station and the Regatta Centre. Temporary No Stopping arrangements will be in place from 6am to 12am (midnight) on Saturday 17th September 2016 on Combewood Avenue and Thornton Drive. For information about road closures and current traffic conditions go to livetraffic.com or call 132 701. Plan your trip at transportnsw.info.

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hen my call gets connected to Hot Chocolate’s Patrick Olive it’s late in the evening in the UK and the musician is sitting back enjoying a glass of Australian Shiraz. Unsurprisingly Patrick doesn’t mind staying up for late night interviews, having spent many evenings of his life performing on stage for audiences around the globe. As a founding member of a soul/disco/ pop band that created popular tracks like

‘You Sexy Thing’, he’s witnessed his fair share of audience members letting loose after dark. One of the more unexpected events happened recently during a performance of the hit song, which movie buffs will know from the film ‘The Full Monty’. “We did a show about three weeks ago and the stage was completely taken over by the audience,” Patrick explained. “After all these years with Hot Chocolate I’ve never seen anything like it. “They didn’t grab the instruments but everybody wanted to shed their clothing, take the microphone and sing. “Whenever we play the song people go absolutely ballistic.”

While Aussie audiences may not get quite that revealing, Patrick admits it’s the enthusiasm they get from fans Down Under that keeps Hot Chocolate heading back to our shores so frequently. “Australians, they go out to enjoy themselves and they certainly do that,” he said. “If Australians like you, they really do like you. They love the band, they dance to our songs, they sing to our songs, it makes us want to keep coming back over and over and over again.” And come back they will next month for their 70s Disco Mania show at the Evan Theatre. Joining them will be fellow UK soul band, The Real Thing.

“We’re like brothers, we’ve known each other since the days of the ‘Top of the Pops’,” Patrick said of the band. It’s this type of camaraderie, and the fun of the disco era, that are the fondest memories for Patrick when looking back on those early years. “Musicians love being with each other, because it’s always a great hoot of an evening,” he said. Hot Chocolate & The Real Thing will be performing at the Evan Theatre at Panthers Leagues Club on Sunday, October 16 at 8pm. Tickets are $73.65-$85.95. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.penrith.panthers.com.au or call 4720 5555.

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Ê The promos and preview screenings have already been run, and now Channel Nine is set to unleash brand new Aussie family drama ‘Doctor Doctor’ to our screens. Premiering this Wednesday, September 14 at 8.40pm, ‘Doctor Doctor’ features an outstanding ensemble cast which includes Rodger Corser as high-flying heart surgeon, Dr Hugh Knight. When Dr Knight receives a life changing punishment from the Medical Tribunal, he is forced to work for a year as a country GP in his former home town of Whyhope. So far the show has been very well-received by critics, and no doubt it should perform well when it hits our sets this week. Ê

The ABC has announced that season four of popular Josh Thomas series ‘Please Like Me’ will hit screens on Wednesday, November 9 at 9.30pm.

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Ê Sad but expected news for fans of ‘Pretty Little Liars’ after it was confirmed that season seven will be the hit US drama’s last. FOX8 is currently airing Part 1 of season seven, with Part 2 due in April next year. There is talk a spin-off series could also be in the works. Ê Fans of hit Netflix series ‘Stranger Things’ will be happy to know that a second season is in the works. Nine new episodes will stream in 2017, one more than the first season. ‘Stranger Things’, starring Wynona Ryder, has attracted worldwide praise since debuting earlier

this year. ‘Stranger Things’ is set in the 1980s and is centred around the mystery disappearance of a young boy.

Ê A fun US comedy series launched on Stan last week, titled ‘Significant Mother’. Budding restaurateur Nate’s world is turned upside down when he comes back from a business trip to find his lothario best friend and roommate, Jimmy, is now dating his recently separated 40-something mother, Lydia. The nine-part series stars Aussie Nathaniel Buzolic and guest stars Denise Richards, Linda Gray and Jerry O’Connell. Ê Foxtel will launch a ‘Star Wars’ pop-up movie channel later this month. Broadcast on channel 400, ‘Star Wars’ movies will air back-to-back-to-back from September 30 to October 3.

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Ê Foxtel has renewed its agreement with ‘The Emmy Awards’ for a further three years. Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel will host this year’s Emmys on Monday, September 19 from 10am.

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LIFE & STYLE RELAX AND UNWIND WITH THE BLUE MOUNTAINS RECORD ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

Hasty remarks or sudden actions could land you in a heap of hot water, especially at work, school or while travelling. Words have the ability to hurt or heal, so choose your comments and conversations wisely. And avoid making a rash decision, as you don’t have all the relevant information yet. The weekend stars boost your independent streak, and fire up your desire for freedom and adventure. But they also stir up your blunt and bossy side. Strive to be a diplomatic daredevil!

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TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Bulls are usually slow, steady and considered. Not this week, when Uranus revs up your latent impulsive streak (especially when it comes to love). The Lunar Eclipse and retro Mercury also shine a bright spotlight on how well you communicate with others – specifically a child, teenager, parent, lover or friend. Inspiration for the week comes from actress Jada Pinkett-Smith, “My belief is that communication is the best way to create strong relationships.”

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

When it comes to controversial conversations, keep your cool and avoid the temptation to over-talk and over-react. You can’t control what others say but you can control your response. So state your point of view calmly and clearly, and then move on. There could also be some tension between shining brightly at work and fulfilling all of your responsibilities at home. Remember, if anyone can juggle and multi-task, it’s a versatile and nimble Gemini!

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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This week you may experience mood swings and emotional dramas, as a relationship with a relative or friend flares up. If you keep the lines of communication open, then the storm in a tea cup will soon blow over. When it comes to work and business matters, don’t play it too safe. Taking a calculated risk could turn out surprisingly well. However, if you hesitate for too long, you’ll miss lucky opportunities when they come along.

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

Lively Lions are in the mood to be rash! Making a snappy decision may seem like a good idea but it could also backfire badly. And impulsive actions could even lead to an accident so pace yourself. It will also be very easy to say the wrong thing to the wrong person (especially involving money matters). So think twice before you blurt out something that you later regret. You need to be a clever and cautious Cat, as you consider situations carefully before you pounce.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Virgos are such perfectionists but with retrograde Mercury squaring Mars, and a loopy Lunar Eclipse things won’t run smoothly this week, especially involving relationships. If you adapt to changing circumstances, and accept mistakes and misunderstandings with good grace, then you’ll manage just fine. And you might even learn something of great value! As Beyonce (a fellow Virgo) says, “If everything was perfect, you would never learn and you would never grow.”

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

The Lunar Eclipse lights up your daily routine zone, and Uranus revs up your experimental side. So look for the joy in the everyday; and the magical in the mundane. And the celestial message is to favour imagination over pure logic; and a sense of wonder over comfortable complacency. Your motto for the moment is from birthday great, writer Roald Dahl, “The greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don’t believe in magic will never find it.”

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Early in the week you’re in the mood for a spontaneous spending spree – as long as you can afford it. Getting yourself further into debt is a just recipe for disaster. By all means have fun shopping but don’t break the bank! You can also expect a chaotic time as you attempt to make plans with a parent, child, teenager or friend. You’re keen to draw up a to-do list of essential tasks that need to be done. But you need to be flexible enough to change the list.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

If you expect work matters to proceed at a cracking pace then you’ll be disappointed. Everything will take longer than expected, as retrograde Mercury muddles proceedings and the Lunar Eclipse provides distracting detours along the way. A pressing domestic problem could also demand your time and attention. With your ruler Jupiter in your hopes and wishes zone, have you drawn up a list of your goals for the future? You can’t hit a target if you haven’t got one!

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Have you been burning the midnight oil and now you’re suffering from burnout? Or have you been running around on auto-pilot, making regrettable remarks and careless slip-ups? With Mars and Saturn hibernating in your solitude zone (and an unsettling Lunar Eclipse) it’s the perfect week to go AWOL as you slip into hermit mode. Down-size your social life, or organise a digital detox. Spending quality time on your own (for some overdue R & R) is absolutely essential at the moment.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

This week Neptune, retrograde Mercury and the Lunar Eclipse scramble your financial antennae. So it’s not a good time to go on a shopping spree or lend money to others as you’re liable to make financial decisions based on your emotions, which are fluctuating under the full moonbeams. Study, education or social networking will expand your world on the weekend. All types of travel are also favoured, as you extend your usual horizons and venture into new territory.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Don’t expect everyone to sing your praises at work, Pisces. Some colleagues just want to know you can get the job done competently and on time. Friday night’s Lunar Eclipse increases your creative, spiritual and compassionate side. But it can also contribute to feelings of confusion and self-doubt. Be inspired by Jada Pinkett-Smith, “I do a lot of reading, meditating and praying to stay as grounded as I can be in this crazy world.”

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TOP OF THE WORLD • Stunning split level home, set high on the doorstep of the Blue Mountains • Spacious four bedrooms with built-in robes to all • Beautifully renovated kitchen with 40mm Caesarstone benchtops, soft close drawers • The lower level has one bedroom, family room and bathroom - ideal as separate accommodation • Two stylish bathrooms, the main is generous with modern fittings and fixtures • Split system air conditioners, ceiling fans and polished floorboards • Land size 645sqm (approx) For Sale Viewing Contact Address

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Jess returns to the water after Olympic medal p.32 NATHAN TAYLOR

enrith hooker Peter Wallace has admitted he’d probably be packing his bags for England if it wasn’t for his surprise switch to hooker this season. Wallace made the transition to hooker earlier this year after regular dummy half James Segeyaro broke his arm in the opening round game against Canberra. The soon to be 31-year-old admits he probably wouldn’t have re-signed with Penrith if he didn’t switch to the number nine jumper. “Probably not, no. I sort of thought it would be my last year here especially with Te Maire Martin coming to the club and Nathan Cleary coming through,” he said. “I started contemplating my future… my manager had been enquiring over in England. “Looking back it’s funny how it’s all turned out.” Funny too because in the pre-season, all the talk was about Wallace’s relationship with new coach Anthony Griffin. Griffin and Wallace had fallen out when the pair was at Brisbane, and most expected that Wallace wouldn’t re-sign

Lucky twist for Wallace Journalist Nathan Taylor chats with Panthers hooker Peter Wallace. Photo: Melinda Jane

with the club while Griffin remained in charge. The pair said they’d buried the hatchet, and while most thought it was just lip service, it turns out the two have worked strongly together this season. Wallace added much-needed experience to a young Penrith side and will continue to do so next season. Wallace played his first ever Finals game for Penrith against Canterbury at Allianz Stadium yesterday afternoon. He was unavailable for selection during Penrith’s impressive Finals campaign in 2014 due to a serious knee injury, but said last week that he was relishing the chance of finally playing big time footy again. “I debuted for Penrith in 2005 and this is my first Finals series for the club – I’m excited about that,” he said. “Although I went away for a few years, I’m excited to be playing Finals again.” In other Panthers news, the club is poised to announce an extended deal for superstar Bryce Cartwright. The Daily Telegraph reported last week that the Panthers were on the verge of signing the youngster until the end of the 2021 season. Penrith is also negotiating with Matt Moylan about an extended deal.

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fter picking up Olympic bronze in Rio, Jessica Fox has returned to the whitewater in stunning fashion – blitzing a world-class field to win canoe slalom gold in Prague earlier this month. Competing at the fourth ICF World Cup, the 22-year-old former Blaxland High student finished almost seven seconds ahead of the Czech Republic’s Katerina Hoskova, with Great Britain’s Mallory Franklin coming in third. The two-time Olympic medallist said she was glad she made the decision to keep paddling straight after the Rio Games. “It’s partly the frustration of unfinished business,” Fox said. “I hadn’t planned on doing the last two races, but after Rio I decided I still wanted to paddle and race, plus I love Prague and haven’t raced in Tacen in a couple of years and that is one of the most challenging races.” While C1 was not on the Olympic program for women in Rio, it will be introduced at the Tokyo Olympic Games in 2020. Fox is keen on contesting both events, to give her the best chance at winning Olympic gold. Fox was scheduled to compete in the fifth and final World Cup in Slovenia over the weekend. Jessica Fox returns to the whitewater to win gold in Prague. Photo: Instagram

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