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after the final ball is kicked in the first weekend of October. It’s been a long time between drinks for the mighty Panthers, who first tasted title success 25 years ago but haven’t been to the big dance since 2003. Under new coach Anthony Griffin there is a feeling that maybe, just maybe, the tide is about to turn. While much of the pre-season talk has been about Penrith’s halves combination and how Griffin plans to squeeze four contenders (Peter Wallace, Jamie Soward, Matt Moylan and Te Maire Martin) into two positions, it’s elsewhere on the park where the Panthers are most exciting. Second rower Bryce Cartwright had an outstanding 2015 season and he appears ready for a breakout 2016. The utility value of fellow forward Tyrone Peachey adds to the excitement of Penrith’s back row, while the inclusion of new recruit Trent

an you smell it yet? It’s that smell of hope, of expectation, that every fan feels at the start of a new rugby league season. Whether you’re a Cowboys or Broncos fan and know that you’re a serious premiership threat, or a Tigers or Titans supporter who knows the road ahead is tough, one thing is the same – everyone is on zero points heading into round one and every fan has the same feeling of hope and expectation. As the rugby league roller coaster prepares to get moving for yet another season, Panthers fans want that hope and expectation to finally turn into something real; something they can celebrate long

Jamie Soward is ready for a big season in the NRL. Photo: Megan Dunn Merrin adds some much-needed representative experience to Penrith’s pack. After a tricky and sometimes difficult year both on and off the field last year, Jamie Soward appears to be in the right headspace as he prepares to tackle his 12th season in top grade rugby league. Soward’s role will be vital this year; his passion is second to none but with a young

captain in Matt Moylan leading the side, the veteran half will need to show the strong leadership skills we all know he is capable of. Just what the 2016 journey has in store is anybody’s guess, but there is little doubt that the Panthers, on paper, have what it takes to compete with the best of them. Will it translate onto the field?

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nthony Griffin will turn 50 later this year. Ironically, he joins the Penrith Panthers as the club prepares to celebrate its own 50th anniversary, and Griffin is tasked with a massive job – waking rugby league’s sleeping giant. When Panthers supremo Phil Gould made the call to Griffin last year about replacing Ivan Cleary as head coach, the former Broncos leader knew instantly that he had to take the opportunity. He’d been out of coaching – which he describes as “like a drug” – for a year and was preparing to coach Redcliffe in the Queensland Cup when Gould’s call came through. “It was a shock – it was about a week before the off-season started and I certainly wasn’t expecting any movement at that time of year,” Griffin said. “But opportunities come in funny ways and unfortunately in this business it’s very volatile so when they come up, you’ve got to make quick decisions.” Griffin knew he had to take the job – head coaching roles simply don’t come up that often – but he had a few hurdles to jump over first. “When those things come up, the first thing you think about is the job itself and the opportunity as far as football is concerned,” he said. “But then you quickly shift to your family side of things. My wife has been very supportive – she’s only ever known

me as a coach so she realises the dynamics of being in this type of business. “We lived in Melbourne for a couple of years previously when our kids were younger and when this came up, she grabbed it from a family point of view with both hands as well and supported the move.” The first few months were never going to be easy for Griffin. He had to deal with a wayward Jamal Idris, who most at the club knew was like a ticking time bomb. Almost immediately, rumours about his past relationship with halfback Peter Wallace and what that would mean for the future came to the fore. And in the back of his mind, Griffin knew he had to appoint a skipper. “It was a hard decision,” Griffin said of the decision to appoint Matt Moylan as the youngest captain in the NRL. “Before Christmas I didn’t apply a great deal of time or energy to that – I just wanted to look at the whole group and get to know them and get what I wanted happening here working, but obviously in the back of my mind I knew I had to find a captain out of the group. “It was post-Christmas when I started formulating my thoughts a bit towards finding the right person.” Griffin also had to settle into a new city, but he said it’s been a reasonably easy transition. “It’s been a really good experience for me, having not lived in Sydney before and Penrith in particular,” he said.

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“I think the challenge for Penrith is to create our own destiny or legacy” “I want the fans to feel proud of the team and their performances and the members play a massive role in the running of any club these days,” he said. “They stump up their hard earned money to forward purchase tickets, which is the way things are moving, and you want them to feel some connection to the team – you don’t just want them to be another person sitting in the stands. I’d like to think we can give them that connection that they’ll be proud of the team no matter what the result. “In saying that we’re about winning

and we’re trying to be the best we can be. Where that takes us in the short term, I haven’t got a crystal ball, but I can make a promise to the fans that they’ll be proud of their team and that’s my aim for the season.” Much has been made about a torturous pre-season at the Panthers, with Griffin said to be a hard task master and a strong disciplinarian. “I don’t think it’s over the top – from my end it’s who I am and it’s an important thing for me and the organisation,” Griffin said. “I believe in myself and what I think will work. I think young people these days, particularly in a professional football environment, need a certain amount of discipline to get the best out of them.” Griffin knows all about success. You don’t coach Brisbane without having success grilled into you, but he’s determined not to compare the Panthers to others – particularly the Broncos, despite their much admired set-up. “I think the challenge for Penrith is to create our own destiny or legacy – the thing I see here is that there’s a lot of things in place that will allow the club to do that long term,” he said. “Year on year we need to get ourselves into a position where we give ourselves a reasonable chance at contending to be the best team in the competition. Brisbane just hasn’t happened overnight – that club for a lot of years worked very hard to develop their systems so they’re in the position where they are now.”

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“I’ve really enjoyed the last three months. It’s got a really nice feel about it – I’m a regional person being from country Queensland so I like the feel of the place and I like the people. It’s been pretty seamless for me.” By the time Griffin celebrates his 50th birthday in late August, the rugby league world will have a pretty firm idea of how his first year at Penrith has unfolded. Griffin knows there’s pressure on him to deliver success to the foot of the Mountains. He also knows there’s a lot of factors that go into achieving that success.

Panthers captain Matt Moylan and new coach Anthony Griffin. Photo: Megan Dunn Griffin has come a long way since he took his first drive around Penrith with Phil Gould last October. The relationship with ‘Gus’ is already a close one. “I enjoy working with him. I like that he gets in and rolls his sleeves up,” he said. “I wasn’t sure how much time he spent

day to day on the club before I got here but he’s certainly very passionate about the Panthers and very driven about where he wants the club to go.” After a year in the wilderness, you get the sense that Griffin can’t wait for the first ball to be kicked in round one. Neither can we.

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he Penrith Panthers could have a new starting front row come Round 1, with new recruit Trent Merrin poised to join the pack in place of long-time Panthers forward Sam McKendry. The former Dragons star pulled on the Panthers jersey for the first time last Saturday night, during Penrith’s 22-8 trial loss to the Parramatta Eels. Accomplished in multiple positions in the forwards, Merrin made his surprise Panthers debut at prop while regular front row forward Sam McKendry was forced to play for Penrith’s NSW Cup team against Wentworthville earlier that afternoon. It’s not known whether Merrin will make

a permanent move to the front row when the season begins next weekend, but one thing that is certain is McKendry’s position in first grade isn’t safe under new coach Anthony Griffin. Speaking with the Weekender, Merrin said a shift to prop from his usual position of lock won’t feel too much different. “Anywhere in the middle – front row, lock – it’s pretty much the same job,” he said. “You’re out on the field doing the hardest job out there, if you are wearing 13, 10 or 8, you still have the same job to do by making a lot of tackles and going forward for the team.” Wherever Merrin plays this season there’s no doubt he’ll add plenty of experience and class to Penrith’s pack, especially considering they lost veteran forwards Brent Kite and Nigel Plum to retirement. The 26-year-old NSW Origin representa-

Trent Merrin in action against Parramatta last weekend. Photo: Megan Dunn tive expressed his excitement to challenge himself in a new team. “One of the reasons I changed clubs was to test myself on a personal level and to mix it with some great youth coming through,” Merrin said. “Being at Penrith has been everything I wanted when I left the Dragons. It’s been

a big challenge stepping out of my comfort zone and it’s great being with a top bunch of blokes. “It’s about time we get to play some footy.” Where will Trent Merrin play in Round 1 against Canberra? Find out in next week’s edition of Extra Time.

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Bobby was left in the care of a close family member of Elise and Barry Webber while they went on their 10-day honeymoon in 2014. On day three, Bobby’s parents received the phone call that he was in hospital and was critically ill. After Mr and Mrs Webber were told several times to prepare themselves for Bobby’s passing, he woke up and has had the fight of his life on his hands ever since. “He has the strength of 1000 men,” Mrs Webber told the Weekender.

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ne third of victims of family violence are men, but a simple Google search proved difficult to find them help â€“ in fact, results paint quite the opposite picture. The first link when searching â€˜Penrith menâ€™s domestic violence servicesâ€™ is a menâ€™s helpline to identify â€œwhen your actions are hurting your familyâ€?. Penrithâ€™s Queen of Hearts Community Foundation CEO, Michelle Ellery, said one of their roles is to reestablish trust from women that not all men are paedophiles and perpetrators. â€œHow can I build that trust when we arenâ€™t actively providing services for men? Iâ€™ve hardly heard of any services for men in western Sydney,â€? she said. Greg Andresen, Senior Researcher at the One in Three Campaign, said increasing amounts of evidence showed men made up more than just a minority of victims. â€œWhile thereâ€™s a lot of specific womenâ€™s services, there were very little services for men,â€? he said. Mr Andresen said the history of violence paints pretty much the same picture whether youâ€™re male or female.

â€œWhile most men are bigger, tougher and stronger, and most women are smaller and not so powerful, itâ€™s not always physical violence,â€? he said. â€œItâ€™s when one partner develops the need to control another partner, it can sometimes be physical violence, but itâ€™s more often psychological, controlling the money and restricting access to family and friends.â€? He said men suffer from a double bind where if their partner is abusing them, hitting back in defence could make them the perpetrator. â€œItâ€™s not OK to hit girls, which is great morally; unfortunately we havenâ€™t had this message out there that itâ€™s equally reprehensible,â€? he said. â€œWe need to break that cycle and say itâ€™s not OK to use abuse whether youâ€™re male or female. Weâ€™ve managed to get governments to gradually increase services and funding for male victims.â€? A spokesperson for Penrith MP Stuart Ayres provided links to state-wide services for men and women via phone or Internet, but provided no local walk-in offices. If you or someone you know needs help, find a list of services on the Weekender website at www.westernweekender.com. au.

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And we also need to stop thinking that plonking something in Parramatta services the needs of western Sydney. Cities like Penrith, Camden and Liverpool continue to grow significantly and must have additional funds and support from the Government to grow the arts. But it’s important that Sydney itself also remains a destination for families to enjoy with a range of cultural institutions and activities to enjoy. My personal view is that the city of Sydney has looked tired and almost run down for years, but hopefully there will be some evolution with the new works on George Street, the arrival of Barangaroo and other planned changes in the coming years. I personally don’t see how taking the Powerhouse Museum out of Sydney benefits the city in any way. There is no reason we can’t have the best of both worlds – the traditional and historic Powerhouse in its current location and a new satellite museum that allows for tours of exhibitions as well as unique displays that suit the cultural significance of western Sydney. And a long term plan should involve satellite museums in other cities, such as Penrith, as well. When it comes to the city and the west, there is no need for a great divide. There is no need for one or the other. Both can be enjoyed, and serviced by a range of activities from sport to the arts and more. So while I do believe many of the signatures on the current petition to ‘save the Powerhouse’ aren’t there for the right reasons, the overall point is fair enough. Perhaps this whole thing needs a fresh look and review.

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Group CEO quits on eve of new NRL season citing “personal reasons” TROY DODDS

ystery surrounds the sudden departure of Penrith Panthers Group CEO Warren Wilson. The Panthers confirmed the departure of Mr Wilson, the executive credited with turning around Penrith’s precarious financial position, via a short media statement last Thursday. The statement cited personal reasons but it is not publicly known what those reasons are. The Weekender understands it is not health related and Mr Wilson is not departing to take up the role as NRL CEO, a role he had been linked to in the last few months. “Panthers chairman Brian Fletcher has confirmed Panthers Group CEO Warren Wilson AM has tendered his resignation, effective 12pm Thursday, for personal reasons,” the statement from Panthers last Thursday read. “Mr Fletcher stated that the Board will convene next week to discuss a replacement. Panthers will be making no further comment at this stage.” Mr Wilson oversaw a huge change in direction at Panthers and alongside Phil Gould, ensured the club got back on track financially after a horror period in which

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Chairman Don Feltis, Head NRL Coach Ivan Cleary, Leagues Club General Manager Sue McNeill, football CEO Justin Pascoe and marketing guru Anthony Frantzis all left the club last year. Mr Wilson joined the Panthers as Group CEO in March 2012. His departure comes with immediate effect.

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A man was charged following an alleged child approach incident in Penrith last week. At about 8am on Tuesday, February 16, an eight-year-old girl entered the female toilet at a fast food restaurant on High Street. The girl was allegedly approached by an unknown man, who then allegedly filmed her while she was using the toilet. The girl’s mother contacted police later that night, who commenced investigations. Following inquiries, police attached to Penrith Local Area Command arrested a 46-year-old man at Penrith Police Station at about 3.45pm on Friday, February 19. He was charged with ‘observe person in private act without consent with circumstances of aggravation’. He’ll appear in court on March 14.

A woman was charged after she was allegedly high-range drink driving on Sunday morning. At about 10.15am on Sunday, February 21, police saw the 28-year-old woman driving along The Northern Road in her black Audi vehicle. She was stopped on Bringelly Road in Kingswood for a random breath test due to her manner of driving. The breath test produced a positive reading. She was taken back to Penrith Police Station and was given a breath test. The woman was charged with a high range PCA, first offence, and will appear in Penrith Local Court on March 14 to answer the charges.

Penrith: Police undertake major shoplifting operation

Penrith: Man robbed and attacked on Derby Street

Police ran a shoplifting operation in and around the Penrith CBD last Thursday, with several arrests made. 13 police officers were deployed in the area last Thursday, February 18. 24 arrests in total were made during the operation. 14 Juvenile cautions were handed out, four charges were laid, and seven criminal infringement notices were given out. “We are going to keep running the operations to catch people who are stealing,” a police spokesperson said. “It’s disappointing to see people are still stealing.”

A man has suffered serious facial injuries after he was robbed at his home on Sunday. At about 12am on Sunday, February 21, the 26-year-old male was robbed by three men on Derby Street, in between Evan Street and Warwick Street. His personal property was stolen. All of the offenders are described as Caucasian in appearance, with one being described as skinny and another described as larger in size. The man was treated at hospital before being released. Police are calling for anyone with information to come forward.

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faulty electronic tablet may have been the reason behind a fire that tore through a residential house in Glenmore Park last weekend. Emergency Services were called to the Woburn Place home around 7pm on Saturday, February 20, where they found the back part of the house well alight with flames quickly spreading to the roof. Firefighters attempted to gain access to the house, however collapsing roof structures made it unsafe. “Officers attached to Penrith Local Area Command arrived to find the home well alight,” a police spokesperson said. “A number of occupants were home at the time however, no one was injured.” The father and a neighbour were treated by paramedics for smoke inhalation but did not require transport to hospital. “The fire didn’t affect any neighbouring properties and no further evacuations were required,” a police spokesperson said. An investigation is currently underway as to how the fire started. Initial reports from the scene stated that an electronic tablet was being used to play music when it began to overheat. It was placed inside the house to cool down, and the fire is alleged to have

The scene of the crash at Mulgoa last Sunday. Photo: Top Notch Video JADE ALIPRANDI

ast weekend ended in tragedy when a man was killed in a motorcycle accident in Mulgoa on Sunday. Emergency services, including a rescue helicopter with a medical trauma team on board, were called to Mulgoa Road in Mulgoa at about 2pm on February 21, following reports of a serious motorcycle accident. Initial reports from the scene suggested the motorcycle hit a pole after the man failed to negotiate a bend before running off the road.

The rider, a 42-year-old man, was unable to be resuscitated and died at the scene. An 11-year-old girl, who was a passenger on the motorcycle, sustained minor injuries. “The 11-year-old girl was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance Paramedics before being taken to the Children’s Hospital at Westmead with minor injuries,” a police spokesperson said. Officers from Penrith Local Area Command attended and established a crime scene. A report will be prepared for the Coroner. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward.

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Saturday 12 March 2016 9am at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Bookings essential, call 4732 7687.

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ADMINISTRATION Penrith Ofﬁce Civic Centre, 601 High Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. St Marys Ofﬁce Queen Street Centre, 207–209 Queen Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. Switchboard Open: 8.30am–5pm. Mon–Fri. P: 4732 7777 F: 4732 7958 Write to: PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751. E: council@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

SERVICES Waste Hotline: Freecall 1800 734 735 Illegal Dumping: Contact the EPA hotline on 131 555 and ask for the RID Squad (Regional Illegal Dumping Squad). Grafﬁti Hotline: Freecall 1800 022 182 Children’s Services: 4732 7844 Rates: 4732 7676 Development Services: 4732 7991

MEETING DATES Council Meetings 29 February 2016 – 7.30pm (Ordinary Meeting) 14 March 2016 – 7pm (Policy Review Committee)

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COUNCIL BRIEFS ● Council uses the latest flood modelling techniques and topographical information to map potential flood patterns across the City. Having accurate information about overland flow enables Council to prioritise mitigation work and also provide property owners with a good understanding of how flooding may affect their property. For more information go to penrithcity.nsw.gov.au ● Council has partnered with the Panthers Premier League Netball franchise in their inaugural season of the Netball NSW Premier League competition (NNSWPL). The NNSWPL is a new netball competition to attract the best current and emerging talent within NSW. Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown said this is a great opportunity for the junior players in the Penrith area. The NNSWPL will be contested across two Divisions – Opens and Under 20s – with the start of the 14-week regular season beginning 18 April 2016. ● Local families using Council’s Childcare Service can sleep well knowing that their young children are receiving quality childcare with Council centres receiving high marks nationally. Centres are also given an overall rating for their service which is available for parents to see on the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority website acecqa.gov.au and mychild.gov.au ● Subscribe to the Visit Penrith eNewsletter and stay up-to-date with news about upcoming festivals, markets, kids’ events, recreation and sports activities and other fun events in Penrith. To sign up head to visitpenrith.com.au/newsletter or email tourism@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

PUBLIC NOTICES St Marys (Byrnes Creek) Overland Flow Flood Study The safety and resilience of our Community in times of natural disasters is important to Council. The need for contemporary flood modelling and floodplain management plans for our various floodplains and overland flooding areas is therefore essential. The purpose is to better understand the extent of flooding and hence be able to better manage the impact of flooding on people and properties.

The St Marys (Byrnes Creek) study area is located on the southern side of the railway line and is generally bounded by the M4 Motorway to the south, Marsden Road to the east and St Marys Levee to the west. The study covers an area of approximately 310 hectares (or 3.1 square kilometres) and includes parts of the St Marys Business District and surrounding residential areas. Council with technical and financial assistance from the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage has now completed the St Marys (Byrnes Creek) Detailed Overland Flow Flood Study 2015. The Flood Study provides contemporary information for a range of flood events. Recently Council adopted the Flood Study and will use the results of the study for determining flood planning areas and developing appropriate management strategies. The next stages of the floodplain management process will involve the preparation of a Floodplain Risk Management Study and to develop a Floodplain Risk Management Plan; these have been scheduled to commence in 2016/17. The Flood Study could be viewed from the Council’s webpage penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/Services/Other-Services/ Floodplain-Management For any specific enquiries about the St Marys (Byrnes Creek) Overland Flow Flood Study 2015 contact Council’s Engineering Services Unit on 4732 7777.

Road Names Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Roads Regulation 2008, notice is hereby given that an application has been received for the naming of the following road/s. NAME Shale Hill Drive Prospect Avenue Frontier Street Izaac Circuit Kalani Way Jaclyn Street St Charbel Boulevard Abacus Parade

LOCATION Glenmore Park Glenmore Park Glenmore Park Jordan Springs Jordan Springs Jordan Springs Kingswood Kingswood

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In accordance with the NSW Government’s Floodplain Development Manual Council has identified priority drainage catchments across the LGA. St Marys (Byrnes Creek) Catchment was identified as one of the highest priority catchments requiring a flood study and a floodplain risk management plan to effectively manage overland flows.

Draft Amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 In accordance with the provisions and requirements of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and Regulation 2000, notice is given of the public exhibition of a draft amendment to Penrith Development Control Plan (DCP) 2014. The proposed amendment relates to Chapter C5 Waste Management of Penrith DCP 2014.

Please direct any written submissions to: The

Refused Development

General Manager (attention to ‘City Planning

Application

Team’), Penrith City Council, PO Box 60, Penrith

s Ae Design Partnership

NSW 2751.

Lot 31 DP 237163, Lot 1 DP 549247, (Nos.

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88–89) Nepean Gorge Drive, Mulgoa

draft amendment to Penrith DCP 2014: Chapter C5 Waste Management’. Further Enquiries If you have any questions about the draft amendment to Penrith DCP 2014 or require further

Public Exhibition Period

information, please contact Council’s Planner,

Currently on public exhibition until Friday, 18 March

Krishti Akhter on 4732 8197 or Abdul Cheema,

2016.

City Planning Coordinator on 4732 8120.

Proposed Amendments:

DA14/0967

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Western Precinct, Fernhill Estate – Torrens title subdivision x 11 rural-residential allotments

INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The

Enquiries can also be emailed to

consent authority for the development application is

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Penrith City Council.

Council is proposing to amend chapter C5 Waste s Pared Foundation Ltd

DA16/0148

introduce a number of new controls for medium

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS

and high density residential developments. The

The following Development Applications has been

Werrington

received by Council:

Enclosure of the existing Covered Outdoor

Management of Penrith DCP 2014 to broaden the objectives relating to waste management and

proposed objectives and controls seek to ensure new developments incorporate suitable provisions

s Adam Wheat

T/A Wollemi College Lot 2 DP 1176624, (Lot 2) Water Street,

DA16/0123

for the storage and servicing of solid waste, are

12–14 Hope Street, Penrith

able to store waste that does not result in adverse

Demolition of existing structures and construction

impacts and can be serviced in a manner that

of 5-storey residential ﬂat building containing

minimises risk and can be safely collected without disrupting trafﬁc. Viewing the draft amendment to Penrith DCP 2014 The draft amendment to Penrith DCP 2014 (Chapter C5 Waste Management) and supporting exhibition material is available for viewing at the following locations: s 0ENRITH #IVIC #ENTRE 601 High Street, Penrith

The proposal is an Integrated Development. The

27 apartments and basement car parking

207–209 Queen Street, St Marys (Monday–Friday: 8.30am–4pm) s 0ENRITH ,IBRARY 601 High Street, Penrith (Monday–Friday: 9am–8pm; Saturday: 9am–5pm; Sunday: 10am–5pm) s 3T -ARYS ,IBRARY

Service – Rural Fires Act 1997. The Development Application referred to in this

Closing Date: 14 March 2016

notice and supporting documentation accompanying

s CK Design Pty Ltd

DA16/0137

the subject application may be inspected at the

115–119 Derby Street, Penrith

locations listed below at any time during ordinary

Demolition of existing structures and construction

ofﬁce hours, in the period from 29 February 2016

of 6-storey residential ﬂat building containing

to 14 March 2016.

61 apartments and 2 levels of basement

Any person may, during the exhibition period, make

car parking

a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in

Contact: Mathew Rawson on 4732 7522 Closing Date: 14 March 2016

relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the

DEVELOPMENT CONSENT/S DETERMINED

grounds of objection are to be speciﬁed in the

Pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental

contact Mahbub Alam on 4732 7693.

submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA16/0148. For any queries relating to the proposal, please

Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith

Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith

City Council.

Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or

Details of these determinations are available for

207–209 Queen Street, St Marys

public inspection free of charge during Council’s

(Monday–Thursday: 9am–8pm, Friday: 9am–5.30pm,

normal business hours at the Civic Centre,

Saturday: 9am–5pm; Sunday: 10am–5pm)

601 High Street, Penrith.

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Approved Development Application

Submissions

s Jim Aitken & Partners

The exhibition information is also available online at

application seeks approval from the NSW Rural Fire

Contact: Kate Smith on 4732 7705

(Monday–Friday: 8.30am–4pm) s #OUNCIL S 3T -ARYS /FlCE

Learning Area (COLA)

gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit penrithcity.nsw.gov.au Viewing of Development Applications The above development determination/s may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to

CD15/0032

Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic

You are invited to view the draft amendment to

Lot 10 DP 1176163, (Nos. 56–66) Lakeside

Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Ofﬁcers of Council’s

Penrith DCP 2014 and submit written comments to

Parade, Jordan Springs

Development Services Department will be able to

Council by 4pm on Friday, 18 March 2016.

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Garrie Gibson, CEO RSL & Services Clubs Association. Photo: Leanne Stokes DALE DRINKWATER

n Sunday, Penrith played host to a major announcement by RSL Clubs to raise funds to address the 3,000 veterans who are sleeping rough across Australia every night. A partnership between The RSL & Services Clubs Association and RSL LifeCare, the Homes for Heroes initiative aims to provide accommodation, counselling and health services for homeless veterans and their families in Sydney’s west. Garrie Gibson, CEO of The RSL & Services Clubs Association, said it’s an injustice that so many people who have fought for their country don’t have a place to call home. “I don’t think many people understand the extent of homelessness among veterans or its origins. We as a community have a duty of care to our veterans,” he said. Many Defence personnel return from active service suffering from PostTraumatic Stress Disorder and struggle to return to a normal life, and many experience severe depression. On May 1, supporters can participate in a 42km relay in Parramatta, the Honour Our Heroes Relay Walk, which pays tribute to the 42 Australians killed while serving in Afghanistan. For more information, call 9233 2624, or sign up, begin fundraising and donate at www.rslservicesclubs.com.au/HeroesRelayWalk.

O Regatta Park’s detailed masterplan. Photo: Penrith City Council DALE DRINKWATER

his could be Penrith’s newest riverfront precinct, complete with stages, fine dining, play spaces and picnic areas. Penrith City Council supported the masterplan in a meeting last week, that could see major upgrades to the Emu Plains side of the Nepean River, including shifting River Road. Deputy Mayor Ross Fowler supported the major plans, which suggest moving River Road to the back of existing housing, and creating centralised river front car parking in the old River Road location. “The change in the road pattern will free up so much area. This will really make a statement for Penrith in terms of recreation facilities into the future,” he said. Currently, River Road separates Regatta Park straight down the middle, and these

plans will address the two sites holistically. It suggests several potential dining spaces, two multi purpose spaces that could be used for sports, and two picnic spaces. For entertainment, there is a natural bowl on the river front that could be hired for private events, and a water stage for small scale performances, with river terraces for viewing. The long term plan provides a base for Council to establish short, medium and long term actions and source future funding. Councillor Greg Davies said the plans are released at a good time, that will enable Council to use them to advocate to the Federal Government. “It does form the basis of putting something on the table in terms of grant funding,” he said. “With the Federal Election in the coming months, I trust this plan will be at the top of our list for advocacy.”

The upgrades would also connect with the State Government’s future Nepean River Green Bridge, that aims to safely connect pedestrians between Penrith and Emu Plains. Currently, they use the dangerously busy Victoria Bridge. The site specific Plan of Management for Regatta Park, developed by consultants Clouston Associates, is currently on public exhibition. A Penrith Council spokesperson said Council welcomes comment from the public, as some aspects of the plan still have and require ongoing stakeholder engagement. “Residents are able to view and comment on the new draft Plan of Management that controls the future use, development and maintenance of Regatta Park,” he said. The site is currently owned by a combination of local and state government, and private holders, and the private residence on the site is expected to be retained.

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Network destroyed Two Penrith locals are among five people arrested after police dismantled an alleged online child exploitation network operating in Sydney. 47-year-old William Gerard Buenen and 45-year-old Anne Eileen Zarb were charged with a range of offences. Mr Buenen was charged with ‘incite sexual intercourse with child under 10 years’, ‘use child under 14 years to make child abuse material’, ‘bestiality’, ‘use carriage service to transmit/publish/ promote child pornography’, and ‘produce disseminate or possess child abuse material’. Ms Zarb was charged with ‘conspiracy to commit sexual intercourse with child under 10 years’ and ‘bestiality’. Both are currently behind bars and will front court again next month.

Thanks to seniors Penrith MP Stuart Ayres has called for nominations for the 2016 NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards to recognise the huge contribution seniors make to the Penrith community. “Seniors help make Penrith stronger and better,” Mr Ayres said. “We are calling on people to nominate seniors who are making a real difference to the lives of those around them.” The 2016 NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards will celebrate seniors’ achievements in a range of categories, including business, environment, science, agriculture, health and wellbeing, learning and community service. See www.stuartayres.com.au for more.

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Concern as St Marys mum vanishes Police launch investigation after 37-year-old fails to pick kids up from school JADE ALIPRANDI

ednesday marked five days since 37-year-old St Marys mum of two, Katherine AcklingBryen, went missing. Ms Ackling-Bryen was last seen dropping her children at school before she attended a shopping centre on Charles Hackett Drive at 11.30am last Friday, February 19. It appears she returned to her home on the Great Western Highway in St Marys before she left again between 1pm and 3pm on the same day. Police from St Marys Local Area Command are now investigating her disappearance and are calling on the public to assist in any way they can. “Ms Ackling-Bryen’s family hold concerns for her wellbeing,” a police spokesperson said. A friend of Ms Ackling-Bryen’s, Julie Nixon, has been active in the search since her disappearance and posted a photo on Facebook, that has now been shared over 5000 times. “This is my friend Katherine who lives in Oxley Park, St Marys,” the post reads. “On Friday she simply failed to pick up her children from school in the afternoon. “She does not drive and public trans-

Katherine Ackling-Bryen has been missing for five days. Police have now launched an investigation into her disappearance. port CCTV has no sign of her... her family is frantic.” Police are appealing for the public to help locate Ms Ackling-Bryen, who is described as Caucasian, medium height, medium build with brown hair and hazel eyes.

She was last seen wearing a grey top, black tracksuit pants, light blue hat, and sunglasses. Anyone who sees Ms Ackling-Bryen or knows her current whereabouts is urged to contact St Marys Police Station on 9677 7499 as soon as possible.

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It’s an exciting time to be in Penrith. Our city is the New West and we are playing a pivotal role in the growing Sydney metropolis. Interest in Penrith continues to rise and Council is well positioned to meet that demand. Council and the community are uncompromising about our aspirations and we are excited about the City’s future . The community has asked us to be bold, transformative, innovative and colourful, to be new – in look and thinking. I believe we are honouring this mandate. Recently I met with India’s Acting Consul General at an event hosted by the NSW Business Chamber’s International Trade Department to promote trade between India and Australia. Penrith was chosen as the location for the event because of the region’s strong growth and focused investment strategy. Around 60 business leaders from the region attended. The new owners of the Twin Creeks Estate at Luddenham were also in Penrith last week where they discussed their future plans for the site. The consortium has plans to capitalise on the unique location near the future Western Sydney Airport and are look-

ing at future projects beyond that at Twin Creeks. Council recognises the potential in and around our city and the gamechanging shifts in our region. We’re ready to grasp this potential and meet the changes. In doing so we’ll create a city that’s truly connected, with vibrant neighbourhoods and a thriving city centre. We’ll continue to evolve our economic development brand, The New West. This is a targeted approach to future-proofing our city, working with investors and developers to deliver the best outcomes for our present and future communities. The New West Invitation to Partner, released last December, called on investors to join us as we build and shape the future of this great city. It introduced potential investors to opportunity precincts and sites. These sites offer scope for city housing, health, education, hotels, retirement living, cultural facilities and legal services. The New West is a place of invention, big landscapes and big opportunities.

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Bobby’s brave ongoing battle

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A Facebook page with almost 1000 likes allows people to keep updated with Bobby’s progress. “We are completely overwhelmed by the generosity and support from our family but also the community with people who we don’t even know who have heard the story,” Mrs Webber said. “By putting Bobby’s story out there, my goal is to try and get more done for these types of cases. “These children who are involved in abuse are defenceless and have no voice. It’s hard hearing all these stories as a parent when sometimes not enough is being done to protect them.” To follow Bobby’s story of courage and bravery, visit www.facebook.com/Bobbythe-brave-1650632128482210/?fref=ts. “He was seven-months-old and was just starting to crawl and get on his hands and feet,” Mrs Webber said. “He has gone from a healthy sevenmonth-old baby boy to a quadriplegic.”

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trip to the supermarket has turned into an uphill battle for Emu Plains resident Elaine Lacey after her regular entry into Lennox Village Shopping Centre was closed off to the public. Ms Lacey used to walk down to Lennox Village from her home, which is four houses up from the entry she used. It creates an extra 15 minute walk for the 74-year-old, who has also previously had operations on her legs and cancer. She has now chosen to drive to the shopping centre after the entry was permanently closed off to the public. “It’s very inconvenient,” Ms Lacey said. “Particularly due to health reasons – mentally and physically it is hard to walk the extra distance. “It’s not even including the time I have to spend walking around the shops doing my shopping.” Lennox Village centre management said the access door had been secured to protect members of the public. “The access door has been secured to protect members of the public from entering the loading dock area where movements of trucks and other machinery represent a serious safety risk,” a spokesperson said.

Elaine Lacey at Lennox Village Shopping Centre. Photo: Megan Dunn “Council have inspected and agreed to the change.” Rob Welsh has been a butcher at the centre for almost 12 years, and said there has been several accidents over the years in the entry but that there should be a designated spot for the public to walk through. “It is a designated spot for trolleys to come through and for safety reasons,

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Teenagers set to mix it with music’s big guns DALE DRINKWATER

t’s centre stage for two local teenagers, who will be working alongside some of the biggest names in music this Friday. Two 17-year-olds, Cameron Arnold and Connor Jurky, started their Brotherz of Mayhem DJ duo just six months ago, and will be performing at under-18s music festival, Good Life. The pair won a Good Life promoter/DJ competition, and scored a set DJing on the second main stage, opening for huge names in dance music such as Will Sparks, Joel Fletcher and Marlo. Cameron said that it’s a dream come true for the duo, who are students at St Dominic’s College in Kingswood. “Last year both of us were in the crowd at Good Life and thought ‘imagine if one day we could play here’ and now it’s come true,” Cameron said. “We never thought we would win but we tried our hardest to get as many people to use our code while buying tickets as possible. Through hard work and dedication we succeeded.” Cameron said they hope to use the experience at Good Life to network with the right people and get their names out there in the public sphere.

“Ultimately we want to show what we can do on the big stage and play at more events just like this one,” he said. “We want our DJing career to follow the same type of path as idols such as Frontliner, Jauz and Jack Ü.” With a focus on making it fun, the pair create hard, fast and powerful music known as hardstyle, and incorporate a mix of heavier dubstep and funky trap. Connor said their initial inspiration to start making music came from an unlikely source. “To be honest, the first mix in the movie ‘Pitch Perfect’ where The Proclaimers’ ‘I’m Gonna Be’ and Sia’s ‘Titanium’ were mixed together intrigued me, so I decided to re-create it,” he said. “It was fun and I enjoyed it so I started making more mixes and soon progressed to where we are today.” Currently just playing at local house parties, the boys hope to one day make it to the biggest festivals in the world, including Tomorrowland, EDC Las Vegas or Defqon. The boys are hopeful that their performance at Good Life on Friday will be the start of a great period in their careers. “This could be the start of a big career ahead of us as it opens up many doors,” Connor said.

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The Australian and NSW governments are funding a 10 year, $3.6 billion road investment program for western Sydney. This will deliver new and upgraded roads to support integrated transport in the region and capitalise on the economic benefits from developing a western Sydney airport at Badgerys Creek. Some of these major projects have reached important milestones in their development. We invite you to provide feedback by Friday 11 March 2016 on: • The shortlisted route options for the M12 Motorway between the M7 Motorway, Cecil Hills and The Northern Road, Luddenham • The preliminary design and access strategy for the southern section of The Northern Road Upgrade Stage 4 between Mersey Road, Bringelly and Littlefields Road, Luddenham Drop in at any time during our information sessions: Saturday 27 February, 10am-1pm Kemps Creek Public School, 100 Cross Street, Kemps Creek

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If anyone needed any further proof that an ‘us and them’ attitude exists between our so-called eastern suburbs ‘elite’ and us westies, they need look no further than the noises being made by the former regarding the possible re-location of the Powerhouse Museum to Parramatta. Sydney ceased to be the population centre years ago and the State Government has recognised this fact with its efforts in decentralising its workforce to various suburban locations. We should ask this bunch of cultural elitists just when it was that they last visited the facility in Ultimo. My guess would be ‘can’t remember’ or even ‘never’. Heaven knows what their reaction would have been if the decision was Penrith instead of Parramatta. They might own property in Sydney but they are seldom here, spending most of their time overseas. In my opinion, their bleatings should be ignored and the State Government allowed to get on with its promise of a fair go for the west. KEITH EVERETT, WERRINGTON COUNTY

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Many local people might be surprised that Bill Shorten was booed on the subject of Badgerys Creek Airport at his recent Glenmore Park address. I mean – who

does not want more local jobs! The real problem for Labor and the Libs, who both support the airport, is that there is a growing community awareness of the horrendous cost of those relatively few airport jobs. As highlighted in the recent Environmental Impact Statement, with no curfew and a flight path 3kms wide on a line from Blaxland to Blacktown, we will have planes flying over our area at between 5,000 down to 2,000 feet, every five to eight minutes, 24 hours a day, every day. Imagine the impact this will have on the family’s sleep pattern, kids’ learning ability, and health problems. That’s without considering the adverse impacts caused by noise and increased pollution from burnt fuel particles, on flora and fauna, our World Heritage National Park, on our water supply and the general well-being of everyone and everything that exists around Badgerys Creek and under the flight paths. For me, it’s a case of “AT WHAT COST!”. TREVOR NEAL, EMU PLAINS

Motor registry closes I honestly prefer to deal with the motor registry as the Service NSW is just a paper shuffling service where you cannot get most things that I am after (St Marys to lose motor registry, Weekender February 18). You cannot get your licence on the spot, it took six weeks to get mine and you

cannot see the picture clearly. You cannot get a certificate in a hurry even when you pay for an urgent service, it takes over a week. I will not use Service NSW unless it is necessary because they cannot even answer a complaint about the quality of the photo. ANG, VIA WEBSITE

Registry closure is wrong on so many levels The decision to close St Marys RMS Registry is so wrong! It’s the branch my family use, and it’s so handy with parking under the shopping centre and a lift and ramp up to the shopping level, especially when you have a disability. I would like whoever made this call to reconsider the impact that closing this branch would have on many people. St Marys has lost many services over the years, so please don’t take away this one! WENDY CAROLYN, VIA FACEBOOK

Service hasn’t improved I waited 45 minutes just to confirm my ID and pay for a working with children check last week. It takes so much longer now that they have combined everything. I feel sorry for the staff who will cop all the blame and complaints from customers. CAITLIN NOONAN, VIA FACEBOOK

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rowds were flowing into the hallways of the Community Connections building in Henry Street last Wednesday, for the launch of western Sydney’s newest multicultural service, SydWest. After 30 years in western Sydney, SydWest Multicultural Services has opened a Penrith office to help refugees, humanitarian entrants and culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities settle into their new Penrith life. A range of services will now be provided locally, including information sessions, English classes, referrals, social groups and links to education, sporting and social activities. SydWest CEO, Elfa Moraitakis, said the new office couldn’t open at a more important time to empower people to integrate into society. “With the anticipated arrival of Syrian refugees over the coming months, it is important that those settling into the Penrith and Nepean region are supported with their settlement needs,” she said. Conflict in Syria has displaced around 11 million people from their homes, that’s

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the Government’s Settlement Services International program, SydWest will provide a valuable service to those fleeing the humanitarian crisis. “Of the 12,000 Syrian refugees that will be joining us, some of those will be joining us here in Penrith,” she said. “Some of those people have seen the most horrendous tragedies that nobody should ever have to see or experience.” Penrith Mayor, Karen McKeown, said since the organisation opened their doors in Penrith, they have quickly become a valued resource for the community. “Penrith is a culturally and linguistically diverse city,” she said. “More than 60 languages are spoken in homes across our city, and around 20 per cent of our residents were born outside of Australia. “This diversity makes Penrith a much richer place, and community organisations like this play a vital role in supporting and settlement processes for refugees and people from different language and cultural backgrounds.” The new office is located at Suite 113, Community Connections Building, 114-116 Henry Street, Penrith. For more information on the services they provide, call 9621 6633.

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Motorists urged to resist DIY temptation The NRMA has appealed to drivers with broken down cars to await its expert help after four motorists with overheated vehicles burned themselves this month alone. NRMA’s Manager of Roadside Operations, Tim Moggridge, said that four Members had suffered burns after opening the bonnet or loosening the radiator cap on their car.

“Of the four instances we’ve had over the last three weeks, three of the Members contacted us only after they’d burned themselves,” Mr Moggridge said. “We have, of course, responded sending a road service provider and, in some cases, arranged medical care.” Mr Moggridge said Roadside Patrols had reported an increase in calls involving

overheating, something attributed in part to high summer temperatures. He appealed to the NRMA’s 2.4 million Members to call in and await the patrol rather than attempting a DIY fix. “A vehicle running normally has some very hot components in the engine bay,” Mr Moggridge said. “You should not touch the engine.”

Getting litter off our streets State Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres, is calling on Penrith residents to help tackle drink container litter by having their say on the NSW Government’s container deposit scheme discussion paper – the next step in delivering on the government’s election commitment to introduce a costeffective container deposit scheme. The discussion paper is designed to encourage comment and feedback on how a container deposit scheme should operate in NSW and some of the scheme’s key design principles. “The NSW Government is committed to reducing litter and this is an opportunity for the Penrith community to help shape the design of the NSW CDS, to get litter out of our streets, parks, and waterways,” Mr Ayres said. The Premier has made it his priority to reduce the volume of litter in NSW by 40 per cent by 2020. “Every year about 160 million drink containers are littered across NSW communities, so it’s clear we must act to help preserve our local natural environment,” Mr Ayres said. “A cost-effective container deposit scheme will help cut down on this litter, make it easier for our communities to recycle and improve our neighbourhoods for everyone to enjoy.” To read the discussion paper and make a comment visit www.epa. nsw.gov.au/waste/container-depositscheme.htm.

Temps set to soar Summer is going out in style with temperatures tipped to hit 41 degrees in Penrith later today (Thursday, February 25). The last full week of summer has seen temperatures soar in the Penrith area, hitting the high 30s yesterday. The Bureau of Meteorology says 41 degrees is the predicted maximum temperature today before conditions will ease tomorrow, with showers likely in the evening and a top temperature of 29 degrees. It’ll also be a wet weekend in Penrith with showers likely on Saturday (top temperature of 26 degrees) and Sunday (top temperature of 29 degrees). Local residents are urged to take extra care during hot weather, especially with the elderly, children and pets.

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oles Penrith team members joined forces to fly the kite for children with cancer last week. The team baked up a storm on Friday, February 19, to help raise funds for the charity Redkite, whose premier partner is Coles. Cupcakes and muffins, as well as a sausage sizzle, were being sold in the store. A portion of the money from the sale of hot cross buns was also donated to the charity. Store Manager, Darryl Smith, said Redkite is a fantastic charity. “To have the team members involved makes it a big group effort to raise funds for this fantastic charity,” he said. “So many people are affected by cancer and the challenges in their lives, including some of our own team members, so it really means a lot to us to be doing this.” Coles Penrith has raised over $8,600 since 2013 for Redkite, a charity that supports children and young people between 0 and 24-years-old with cancer and their families. New South Wales’ total fundraising tally has now reached over $1.2 million for the charity.

COUNCIL SNAPSHOT St Marys residents could expect information from Penrith Council soon on whether their property is in a flood prone area. Council has adopted a new St Marys flood study with information about potential flood prone land and drainage paths. The study for Byrnes Creek paves the way for Council to create a Floodplain Risk Management Plan for the catchment area on the southern side of the railway line, and north of the M4. “It’s important to know the likelihood of flooding on your property in advance and have a plan in place of where you’ll go, what you need to take and also carry out any preventative action to ensure the damage to your property is minimised,” Penrith Mayor, Karen McKeown said.

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epean Food Services has thanked the Minchinbury Knitters Club for their generous donation of woollen supplies for the winter ahead. The Minchinbury Knitters Club donated 200 hand knitted beanies, hand warmers, scarves and socks which will now be created into winter packs for Nepean Food Services’ clients. Val McGarry and Helen Smart from the knitters group said they are always happy to pass on these supplies to people who need it. “If people need these supplies, they just need to let us know – we are more than happy to do it,” Ms McGarry said. “It’s much better to have a project for us to work towards, and even better when it’s helping people,” Ms Smart said. The knitting group is run through Guardian Funerals on Kington Street in Minchinbury and they are always looking for donations of supplies.

N Store Manager Darryl Smith and the team at Coles Penrith on Friday. Photo: Jade Aliprandii Mr Smith said there’s no reason why the $1.2 million figure won’t grow in the years to come. “To me the money figure is endless – we can keep going forever,” Mr Smith said. “Not only do we have a great team who are willing to help out with the fundraising efforts but we are within a great company too.”

Coles Penrith managed to raise $500 for Redkite on Friday. Five cents from the sale of every Coles Smart Buy, Coles High Top and Coles Brand bread is also donated to Redkite on a regular basis. Do you have a community story to share? Email us at news@westernweekender.com.au or call 4722 2998.

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Council has met with the owners of the Twin Creeks Estate at Luddenham last week, to discuss the future plans of the estate. Ahead of the development of the Western Sydney Airport, The Twin Creeks Development Consortium who purchased the Twin Creeks Golf and Country Club last year, plan to capitalise on the site’s key location. They discussed providing accommodation and conference facilities in Penrith. The next Council meeting is an Ordinary Council Meeting at 7.30pm on Monday, February 29 at the Council Chambers. The community is welcome to attend.

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The Emu Craft Market is held on the second Saturday of each month and will return on Saturday, March 12. The local market is predominantly made up of stallholders that sell products not generally available in retail stores. It’s run in the School Hall at Nepean High School, located along the Great Western Highway in Emu Plains.

Music by the River Sunday, March 20

On Sunday, March 20, enjoy a lazy afternoon by the Nepean River with some free live music. Music by the River is returning to Tench Reserve and will run from 11am to 4pm. The family occasion is part of the ‘By the River’ series of events held along the Nepean River. Families are welcome to bring a picnic blanket with food stalls to be situated along the river. Performers on the day include Deers From Embers, Karleigh Rose, Zac Hakos, and the Performance Academy.

Jordan Springs Women’s Community Group meets on the first Thursday of each month, with the next meeting to be held on March 3. The group is for local female residents to come together and discuss topics including health, fitness, stress, food, anxiety and domestic violence. It’s a not-for-profit organisation and the meetings are free to attend. It’s all about spending time on yourself. The group meets at Jordan Springs Community Centre on the corner of Lakeside Parade and Jordan Springs Boulevard in Jordan Springs from 7.30pm.

Art Blocks for Tots Friday, February 26

Art Blocks for Tots is back for 2016 and will run tomorrow, February 26. Your tot will have the opportunity to learn about art through stories, exhibition viewings and hands-on art making. It will run from 11am. Call 4735 1100.

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f you are, or have been, a parent of young children, you’ve probably used the term “put on your listening ears”. It’s good advice for people in business too! Sometimes we fail to listen to our customers. When was the last time you asked your customers about their experience of your business? You can do this formally (via surveys and feedback forms) of informally (by chatting to them when you see them in person or communicate via email). It can be a daunting task! Most of us don’t really want to hear any negative feedback, but honestly, not knowing those negative experiences will be a lot more damaging that assuming ‘no news is good news’. You may find that customers slowly drift away with no explanation. But if you offer open channels to providing feedback, you might just find that that in itself speaks volumes about your business to your customers. Sometimes we fail to listen to our bodies. When was the last time you took a decent break from work? How

often do you work at night or on the weekends (if this is additional to your ‘usual’ hours)? Are you getting enough sleep – or getting restful sleep? Are you eating well? Whether we listen to them or not, our bodies generally tell us when things are not working at optimum. We make silly mistakes, we find it harder to concentrate, we get frequent headaches. If any of those scenarios describe you, take stock of what your body might be telling you. And lastly, sometimes we fail to listen to the right people. If you have surrounded yourself with people who don’t believe in what you do, who have only negative things to say, then you are listening to the wrong people. Find like-minded people in business. Be careful who amongst your friends you share business ideas with, as they will view your passion through their own worldview lens. And most definitely listen to the voice inside that encouraged you in the first place to do what you’re doing – and continue to do it well. See you next week!

t’s a common fact that many local business owners have to compete with more lucrative locations in terms of retaining employees. In most cases, there is more money, more options and more ‘bright lights’ in other areas. This means that we are doing it tough to keep our skilled staff from poachers in socalled better areas. ‘Better areas’ is used as loosely as possible. I believe there are a few ways that our business owners can keep staff, but we’re just not trying hard enough. The days that we can’t compete with working conditions are gone in my eyes. What about professional development, lifestyle and flexibility? Many business owners I speak with seem to view employee training and development as more optional than essential. This can be costly to both shortterm profits and long-term progress. The primary reason training is considered optional by so many business owners is because it’s viewed more as an expense than an investment. As a result, business owners frequently send their people to training courses that seem

right and sound good without knowing what to expect in return. But without measurable results, it’s almost impossible to view training as anything more than an expense. Upskilling staff is an obvious benefit to business owners. But how important is it in keeping staff? I think it’s paramount. If staff know you value them and want them to progress, they are going to have a positive reaction because they feel a part of the ongoing success of your business. Lifestyle is also a selling point to work locally. How much do you value working close to home? I love it and value it so high, your staff does to. Some have family and the idea of spending the maximum amount of time with them is the most important factor when choosing where to work. The other way to keep staff is exercising the word flexibility. How much does it cost your business to let a staff member pick up their kids from school, or attend a doctor’s appointment during office hours, as opposed to not having them at all? Offering flexibility to employees can weigh in on an employee’s decision to stay or go.

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A student from Werrington Park with a dairy cow in 1963. Photo: Penrith City Library

efore any association with Western Sydney University, the land of the Werrington North Campus still provided decades of valuable education to western Sydney. Derived from the building’s original name in the 1800s, ‘Frogmore House’ was once an educational home to hundreds of

young boys. In June 1954, after an already long history of structural and use changes since its inception, the building was taken over by the NSW Child Welfare Department as a home for intellectually disabled boys. ‘Werrington Park’ housed boys aged 14 to 17-years-old, mixing school classes at the on-site school with practical farm work, and teaching the boys basic life skills. A dairy herd on the site provided milk

and butter, and chickens provided eggs, vegetables were harvested in the gardens and several draught horses on the property taught the boys horse handling. Upon opening, the home initially held just 12 boys, and by the 1970s had grown to house 120, with the majority of the boys leaving around the age of 16. During this time, two new dormitory buildings opened at Coallee and Dunheved, each accommodating 30 boys, and a third was added by 1966 to hold a total of 96 boys. Each of the four buildings were run by a married couple, with one superintendent in charge of the whole Werrington Park. As it was still early days in the advent of disability education, the Child Welfare Department produced a black and white film about Werrington Park, to educate and explain to those unaware of the concept. The 1970 film shows a boy arriving at Werrington Park, participating in education and activities, and then ends with a young man leaving the home finding a job and a place to live. Toward the end of Werrington Park’s era, the corner of the estate became the site of the now Cobham Children’s Court and Remand Centre, built in 1978. 34 years after opening, Werrington Park closed as a child welfare institution. From 1988 onwards, the site became part of the development of the University of Western Sydney, now Western Sydney University, and hence the building was renamed Frogmore House. Do you remember Werrington Park? Email news@westernweekender.com.au

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The footy season was approaching, so for our February 27, 2015 edition of the Weekender, we had a special Penrith Panthers 2015 NRL season preview. After all the footy hype, we got into business, with some pre-State Election stories, with a few promises thrown around from both Liberal and Labor. All Liberal candidates for our three electorates met with Minister for Roads Duncan Gay, to promise that a State Liberal Government would upgrade Mulgoa Road. The State Government committed $5 million to plan the widening of six kilometres of Mulgoa Road, to provide detail for a major $300 million upgrade. Mr Gay promised the five stage upgrade would happen. On the other side of the political spectrum, Luke Foley visited Penrith to promise support for non-government not-for-profit community organisations. Also, we had a one-on-one chat with then Labor candidate for Penrith, Emma Husar, about what she wanted to see in Penrith, and what she would do for the area if elected. Ms Husar is now running for the federal seat of Lindsay.

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They’re Wiggling into Penrith! KATE REID

t’s hard to believe it’s been 25 years since The Wiggles first wiggled their way onto our TV screens. It’s also hard to imagine any other children’s entertainment group that have reached pop cultural icon status quite like The Wiggles have, not just in Australia but around the world. While blue skivvy wearer Anthony Field is the only original member still performing regularly with the group, the more recent recruits seem to be settling in very nicely. “I think at the start it was quite overwhelming, because I think naturally you look at all the incredible things that the original four did,” said purple Wiggle Lachlan ‘Lachy’ Gillespie, who took over

singing (and sleeping) duties from Jeff Fatt in 2013. When the Weekender spoke to Lachy he had just come off stage from the first of three ‘The Emma Tour!’ shows that day, in which Lachy plays support to his now fiancé, yellow Wiggle Emma Watkins, who joined the group at the same time as Lachy and red wiggle Simon Pryce. The public reception to the first female member of the The Wiggles has been so overwhelming that the ‘Emma!’ TV show was created, as well as a 45 minute live show. “We saw it in The Wiggles touring show, it was crazy how many people come to the show dressed up as Emma, which is what gave us the idea in the first place,” Lachy explained. Along with ‘The Emma Tour!’, the wiggly foursome will be heading to the EVAN Theatre next month as part of their ‘Wiggle Town Tour’. Lachy describes the new ‘Wiggle Town’

album as “our best yet” and says that one of the highlights was working with English comedian and writer Ben Elton, who wrote the lyrics for the track ‘The Wonder of Wiggle Town’. “He was absolutely incredible to work with,” Lachy said. “We write basic lyrics that the children understand, but it’s quite incredible when you get a writer of his calibre to write some lyrics.” In celebration of their 25th anniversary, the original Wiggles – Anthony Field, Jeff Fatt, Greg Page and Murray Cook – will also be doing a special over 18s show, with on stage support from their newest recruits. “Every time we’re out with Anthony he’ll still get people in their late 20s and a bit younger come up and say, ‘oh my God, you were my childhood, I absolutely loved you guys’,” Lachy said. “I think it’s the whole reminiscing thing, it’s remembering that awesome

time when they watched it on VHS.” The response on social media to the anniversary gig has been huge, and Lachy admits he is looking forward to the show as much as the thousands of adult fans that have grown up with The Wiggles. “I actually can’t wait. I’m just going to stand up the back and have an absolute ball,” he said. “I want to hear Greg sing again, he’s got the most beautiful voice, everyone says that, they just remember Greg’s voice from the records. “We’ll definitely have to do a few more because I think people really want to see it.” The Wiggles’ ‘The Wiggle Town Tour’ will be on at the EVAN Theatre on Sunday, March 20 at 10am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm. Tickets are $29.50, children 12 months and under are free on adult knee. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.penrith.panthers.com.au or call 4720 5555.

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Discovering hot new talent KATE REID

ou don’t have to be part of the music industry to know that it’s pretty tough for unsigned bands to get their music heard. Opportunities can be few and far between, but a new band competition is hoping to change that. The Original Bands Collide band comp will run for nine Thursdays, starting on Thursday, March 3, at the Blue Cattle Dog Hotel in St Clair. The event will include six weeks of heats, with four to five bands performing each night, followed by two semi finals and a grand final, where over $6,000 worth of prizes will be up for grabs. The competition is the brainchild of organisers Kye Brown, Sean McCarthy and Blue Cattle Dog Hotel licensee Trent Pittaway. Kye believes the new, exciting competition will be the perfect opportunity to give a leg up to local bands, while offering the original live gigs that music lovers are craving. “There’s not enough avenues and appreciation of the local talent that’s

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hidden amongst our western Sydney community,” Kye said. “Everything we do every night of the week is so people can get off the couch, get off Facebook and experience a great night out.” The Blue Cattle Dog Hotel was more than happy to get behind the event, which will hopefully unearth some tremendous new talent. “We’re so thankful to have found a venue to allow us to do this,” Kye said. “Trent and the Blue Cattle Dog Hotel staff are all fans of live local music and are willing to help where they can.” Live music has taken a beating in recent years, especially across the pub scene, but the Blue Cattle Dog’s support means it can make something of a comeback in western Sydney. So if you love your live music, and want to help support our local talent, grab some mates and get down to the Blue Cattle Dog Hotel for a great night out. The Original Bands Collide band comp will be on at the Blue Cattle Dog Hotel on Thursday nights at 8pm from Thursday, March 3 till Thursday, April 28. Entry is free. For more information visit the Original Bands Collide event page on Facebook.

Trent Pittaway and Kye Brown at the Blue Cattle Dog Hotel. Photo: Megan Dunn

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et ready music lovers, because it’s time once again to enjoy a massive line-up of live acts at the Blue Mountains Music Festival of Folk, Roots and Blues! Celebrating its 21st year, the festival will be headlined by internationally renowned performers Rhiannon Giddes and Mary Black (pictured). Held at eight venues around Katoomba from Friday, March 18 to Sunday, March 20, fans of folk, roots and blues will be in heaven with close to 50 acts on the bill, including Colin Hay with his new Cuban band, Shellie Morris, Steve Poltz, BBC folk award winners Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin, new Indigenous quartet Yarwah, the gypsy jazz of La Mauvaise Reputation, The Rumjacks and many, many more. This year’s festival will include a record number of international acts,

hailing from nine different countries including Canada, Ireland, Gambia, Japan, Fiji, Scotland, the United States, Italy and Greece. This is a great opportunity to enjoy some of the world’s best folk, roots and blues acts in the beautiful Blue Mountains. The Blue Mountains Music Festival of Folk, Roots and Blues will run from Friday, March 18 to Sunday, March 20. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.bmff.org.au.

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GIVEAWAY

New additions make Taronga even better

aronga Zoo has welcomed some new, and seriously cute, additions to their ever-growing animal family. Meerkats Nairobi and Maputo have become first time parents with the arrival of two pintsized pups on Thursday, January 7. Visitors will have the chance to meet the pups in their African-themed meerkat exhibit just in time for the Easter school holidays. Taronga Zoo has another very special reason to celebrate, with 2016 being its 100th year. To celebrate this milestone, the zoo has a very special offer for visitors. Throughout the centenary year, visitors will be able to visit Taronga for just $1 on their birthday with the help of Centenary presenting partner ANZ. “We want to say thank you to the amazing public that has supported our wildlife conservation work for the past 100 years,” Taronga’s Chief Executive, Cameron Kerr said. “Every ticket to Taronga, even your $1 birthday entry, helps us continue to work towards a shared future for wildlife and people.” For more information, visit www.taronga.org.au/100years The Weekender has four family passes to Taronga Zoo to give away. For your chance to win one, email the code word ‘ZOO’ to competitions@westernweekender.com. au with your name and contact details. Entries close Wednesday, March 2. Authorised under NSW Permit Number LTPM/16/00054. Terms and conditions at www. westernweekender.com.au or Weekender reception.

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Ê With the NRL now moving permanently to Thursdays from this season, ‘The Footy Show’ will now air on Wednesday nights, at least for the time being. ‘The Footy Show’ will premiere on Wednesday, March 2 at 8.30pm. Nine still isn’t sure if it will make Wednesdays the new night (which will be unusual for fans to get used to after more than two decades on Thursday nights) or if it will continue to run on Thursdays after the preceding NRL game. I personally would much prefer to see it continue on Thursdays. Ê

Ê Who remembers the lovable Frank Spencer? Well, Michael Crawford is set to play his famous character

If you haven’t checked out Seven’s new dating series ‘First Dates’ yet, you’re missing out. I’m no fan of dating shows like ‘The Bachelor’ or ‘The Farmer Wants a Wife’, but this simple yet brilliant format has me glued to my screen every single week. It’s doing really well in the ratings at the moment, averaging nearly a million viewers, and is absolutely the surprise packet of the year so far.

Ê One of the best breakout comedies in 2015 was new Aziz Ansari series ‘Master of None’ on Netflix. If you enjoyed it as much as I did, I have good news for you with season two given the green light to air in 2017. Ê Channel 10 has confirmed that it will simulcast in HD from March 2. Ê Popular current affairs show ‘Sunday Night’ returns this weekend.

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B.J’s Karaoke Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4721 2060 Bring your singing voice! Acoustic Soloist Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 4.30pm 4721 5666 Social Darts Venue: St Marys Band Club $3, 7pm 9623 1211 Sips & Sounds Venue: Penrith Regional Gallery Free entry, 4pm 4735 1100 Hi-5 Song Fest Tour Venue: Evan Theatre $29.10, 11am 4720 5555 Belinda Carlisle Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $69, 8pm 9677 4916 Big Radio Dynamite Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Jalepeno Deluxe Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Will & Garth plus Stone Release Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Teacup In a Storm Venue: The Joan $45-$50, 12pm and 8pm 4723 7600 Blow Venue: Colonial Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1384 Matt Lyon Venue: Oriental Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4751 4488 Soundproofed Venue: Richmond Inn Free entry, 10pm 4578 1044

Janet Seidel Quartet Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Peter Northcote presents Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd & Deep Purple Venue: Evan Theatre $46.60, 8pm 4720 5555 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 Mary’s Karaoke/DJ Venue: Overlander Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4730 2955 The Beatnix Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $10-$15, 8pm 9677 4916 Iron Lion Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Retrospective Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Remixes Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 Teacup In a Storm Venue: The Joan $45-$50, 8pm 4723 7600 Soundproofed Venue: Wallacia Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4773 8888

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28 Chris Connolly Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Bobby Benton Classic Sixties Show Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Karaoke

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SATURDAY, MARCH 5 Geoff Power Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 Mary’s Karaoke/DJ Venue: Overlander Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4730 2955 Strassman’s ‘iTedE’ Venue: Evan Theatre $49, 7pm 4720 5555 The Searchers Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $25, 8pm 9677 4916 Steve Hart & The Allstars feat. Angry Anderson Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Toxic Dolls Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Manpower Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $35, 8pm 9830 0600

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SUNDAY, MARCH 6 Venue: The Joan $22-$26, 12pm and 8pm 4723 7600 Mini Gras ’16 – Project: Whisper Venue: The Joan $10, 6.30pm 4723 7600 The Kamis Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 The Frocks Venue: St Marys Leagues

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One of the best comes to The Joan

n 2016 one of Australia’s most energetic and popular conductors, Richard Gill takes the reins of one of Australia’s leading choirs – the Sydney Chamber Choir – and will be presenting a choral tour de force through some of classical music’s most remarkable works at The Joan on March 13. ‘Sacred & Profane’ will stir your soul and uplift your spirits on a truly memorable Sunday afternoon. It’s the perfect way to finish off the weekend: a glorious and powerful concert, made to be shared and enjoyed to the fullest. The contrast couldn’t be greater as the afternoon commences with one of medieval music’s most sacred masterpieces, Machaut’s ‘Messe de Notre Dame’, before culminating with one of the 20th Century’s most powerful and profane compositions, ‘Carmina Burana’, Carl Orff’s monumental work for orchestra, chorus and soloists (google O Fortuna, you’ll recognise it straight away!). Tickets are $55 standard / $50 concession or purchase them as part of a subscription and save up to $15 per ticket. Get your tickets from The Joan now!

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raeme Shaw believes he’s created a first both for his Shaw Vineyard Estate and possibly for the Canberra Wine District as well, with a Reserve Semillon from the cracker 2015 vintage. Because he was able to produce his first-ever 100 per cent Semillon since establishing his vineyard and winery 10 years ago, and what he believes is the first-ever 100 per cent Semillon out of the Canberra District – a District in which Semillon is more normally blended into a Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc, or with other wines to make a bubbly. Graeme Shaw has some 11 acres (around 4.5ha) under Semillon, and interestingly that’s more Semillon than the whole of the Canberra District combined. “2015 was an absolute standout year,” Graeme says, “with good winter and spring rain and a reasonably dry summer. It’s what warranted the production of our first ‘Reserve’ Semillon, a range that’s designed to showcase the best fruit from our best vintages.” With a bouquet of lime juice, kaffir

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SPECIAL FEATURE HEALTH & WELLBEING recent study has shown that western Sydney has a higher incidence of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases compared with the rest of the state. As individuals it is important to understand the impacts of these diseases and how to reduce them. Diabetes is a long term condition characterised by high blood glucose (sugar). Our bodies need to use glucose from our diet to make energy. Converting glucose to energy relies on a hormone called insulin. There are two main types of diabetes, I will focus on type 2 in this column. Type 2 diabetes is caused by either: 1. a lack of insulin, or 2. the body not responding properly to the insulin. Risk factors include being overweight or obese, age, smoking, unhealthy diet, high blood pressure and mid-section fat. If untreated high blood glucose can lead to: • Kidney damage • Eye damage • Nerve damage to the feet and other body parts • Heart disease and circulation problems • Sexual difficulties • Infections In most cases people with type 2 diabetes don’t have symptoms. Pharmacies and medical centres offer checks to monitor blood glucose levels. These glucose levels are the main method of diagnosing diabetes, which is why they are so important to do regularly.

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LEO

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

If you rush into a complicated situation without some forward planning, then you could end up with a real mess on your hands. Time for Rams to slow down and do the research that’s required. And – if you have a problem – don’t underestimate the power of your intuition to point you in the right direction. On the weekend you’re impatient to say exactly what’s on your mind. But words have the ability to wound, so press pause and think things through before you speak!

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Lions love to live it up, as you constantly press the ‘let’s overdo everything’ button. But this week Saturn puts the brakes on, and reminds you of all your current responsibilities and the long list of jobs you haven’t yet completed. Plus something may stop you from expressing yourself in the fun and carefree way you’d like to. You’ll find the more you resist these restrictions, the more difficult the week will be. So suck it up Lions, put your head down, and get to work!

VIRGO

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Are your dreams achievable? Or are you being unrealistic about a project that’s due to be completed? Perhaps you need to get others on board and delegate more? If you think creatively, generate your group connections and keep your options open, then you’ll taste success. And do you feel torn between giving a loved one more freedom, and holding them too close? You have to relax and let them run their own race … being possessive will only drive them away.

GEMINI

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

You don’t usually shirk your duties but this week you’ll be so busy [and stressed] that you may slip into forgetful mode. If you do your fair share of domestic chores, it will keep housemates happy. But if you don’t pull your weight [for whatever reason] then expect a few unpleasant consequences. You may also be at the receiving end of some sharp words from a loved one or work colleague. Don’t take it too personally. Accept the criticism with grace, and then move on.

LIBRA

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

Are you viewing your career [or a colleague] through ridiculously rosecoloured glasses? Perhaps you need to be more realistic about what’s going on? And avoid over-reacting on the weekend. Blurting out the first thing that comes into your mind is definitely a recipe for trouble so bite your tongue, sit tight and bide your time. Saturn also pushes you to fulfil your relationship responsibilities. Single Twins – look for lasting love with someone who is emotionally mature.

CANCER

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

You’re in the mood to catch up socially with friends and workmates. Creativity is also highlighted, but aim to be adaptable so you can keep up with constant surprises and ongoing challenges. Hard work and consultation will take you far! When it comes to a study project or your social media profile, you need to put in some long hours this week. You have the potential to achieve a stunning success, but it won’t come without plenty of elbow grease on your part.

SCORPIO

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

The week will run more smoothly if you roll up your sleeves and be a disciplined and conscientious Crab as you re-organise your daily routine, plus prioritise and streamline tasks. And resist the temptation to be a cream-bun-eating couch potato! The more proactive you are about regular exercise and smart food choices, the healthier and happier you’ll be. Tom Hanks: “When you live a life with no boundaries, there’s less joy.”

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Procrastination and Scorpio sulking are out, and being passionately proactive is in, as you make the most of Mars charging through your sign until the weekend. So get motivated; initiate ideas; take action; and walk your talk! On the home front, strive to be firm yet flexible with a stressed family member and avoid getting drawn into senseless arguments. Don’t be defensive. A child, teenager or close friend has some sound advice so listen up.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Communication is emphasised [especially with family members and neighbours] so expect plenty of phone calls, texts, tweets and emails. But avoid saying something rash to a stressed relative. You’ll feel restless on the weekend, when action-planet Mars charges into your sign. So Sunday is the best time to go on a grand adventure. Be inspired by birthday great, writer Dr Seuss: “You’re off to great places, today is your day. Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!”

CAPRICORN

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DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

This week’s stars boost your perfectionist side, and your incredibly close attention to detail. Aim to get the balance right between being creative and being conscientious. Hard work without some divine inspiration is ultimately meaningless. And avoid the tendency to brood over your mistakes and obsess about the past. Regrets will get you nowhere. Your motto for the moment is from Dr Seuss [born on March 2, 1904]: “Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.”

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

With charm planet Venus vamping through your sign until March 12, it’s a fabulous time to flutter your eyelashes and ask for what you want. But if you don’t capitalise on lucky opportunities [and influential people] when they come along, then success will be fleeting. You’ll feel like rocking the boat on Friday or Saturday, as your rebellious side takes over. You definitely won’t appreciate authority figures telling you what to

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Early in the week creativity is high and your imagination and intuition are firing. But the lines between fact and fantasy could become blurred so it’s not a good time to make important decisions involving work or money. So be a flexible and wait. With Mercury moving into your sign on Saturday, it’s a wonderful weekend to rethink your approach to a problem. Talking things over will help you view the situation from a fresh perspective.

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With only a few days of summer left, it is sad to see further tragedies, such as the recent drowning death of a teenage girl in Victoria whilst trying to save her younger brother from rough waters. It is also disheartening to see that the Royal Life Saving Report for 2015 showed an alarming 30 per cent increase in drowning deaths in children aged 0 to 4, an increase in the number of females drowning, and a large increase in drownings in the 45 to 54 year age group – which saw a 26 per cent jump on the 10 year average.

All of these deaths were preventable, so we must continue to focus strongly on education around water safety and swimming skills. So what can we do to keep ourselves and our loved ones safer? Start your child’s swimming lessons from six months of age, and continue lessons until the child is competent in the water.

Swimming all year round is recommended to avoid regression of swimming skills. Actively supervise children in any aquatic environment, fence the pool and keep fences well maintained. Learn rescue techniques and CPR. Remove water hazards and temptations at home. Be aware of other items which present a significant drowning threat to young children in and around the home, such as buckets, bathtubs, eskies, fountains, fishponds, inflatable pools and even pet bowls. It is crucial that these are emptied, covered, put away and not left where they can fill up with water. Swim between the flags at the beach. Never swim alone, and never consume alcohol when swimming or supervising children in the water. Never allow children to play breath holding games, and be aware of the symptoms of dry and secondary drowning. Until next summer, stay safer and keep on swimming!

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Practice owner of Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic and the Western Sydney Cat Hospital

Commonly pollens and air-born particles contact with the skin of the pet and trigger a reaction in animals that have a hypersensitised immune system. Pets do not show signs of sneezing and sinus troubles as commonly. Some pets will have sneezing and watery eyes, but most pets develop itchy, reactive skin as a sign of seasonal allergies. They can scratch repeti-

tively on their bodies or lick at their feet. Some animals with seasonal allergies will madly rub their face along the lounge chairs or on the ground. The skin around the eyes and in the ear canals can look very inflamed. Some pets’ only signs of seasonal allergies are repeated ear infections at certain times of the year. Treatment is recommended for pets that suffer from seasonal allergies to make them comfortable. Intense itching and skin inflammation can cause real suffering and affect quality of life for many animals. Traditional treatments involve a combination of antihistamines and anti-inflammatories to help the itch as well as treating any secondary infections. There is also a new drug that has been recently launched that is aimed to help dogs with chronic allergies. To help reduce any further irritation on the skin it is important to prevent parasites living on your pet’s skin. The most common skin parasite for pets is fleas. There is now a convenient three-monthly flea tablet that can be given to control these parasites. Other parasites that may affect the skin include Demodectic and Sarcoptic mange. These parasites need specific treatment.

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details about when you separated from your spouse. In Australia, the principal of “no fault divorce” applies. This means that in considering a divorce application the Court does not take into account why the marriage ended, only evidence that satisfies the Court that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. In circumstances where the marriage has resulted in children aged under 18, the Family Court will only grant a divorce if it is satisfied that proper arrangements have been made for them. It is important to note that a divorce is different to a financial settlement and parenting/custody of children. You must seek the advice of a Family Lawyer to ensure that not only are you successful in divorcing your spouse, but that you receive a fair share of the matrimonial assets and that any children of your relationship are appropriately cared for. Some of the things that the law considers when deciding what is a fair asset split is the contribution by each party to the asset pool, non financial contributions such as the care of children and maintenance of the family home and the capacity of each party to earn income.

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People commonly suffer with hay fever and sinus problems around springtime every year. There are a large number of antihistamines available to control symptoms of hay fever in people. Unfortunately there is not yet a widely available treatment to “cure” people who suffer with hay fever. Pets can also develop seasonal allergies that occur every year around summer and spring. Some animals may show signs of seasonal allergy at different times of year, depending on the trigger for the allergy signs.

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In the theme of starting the year off by reviewing finances and getting on the front foot, insurance is another thing that we sometimes neglect. So when was the last time you reviewed your insurance policy? According to ASIC, the underinsurance problem in Australia can be due to a number of factors, including: • The burden of estimating rebuilding costs rests with the consumer, who generally does not have reliable or comprehensive enough tools to make a correct estimate

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• The scale of a disaster can contribute to the extent to which a consumer is underinsured; there is a risk there will be a jump in building costs • Sums insured may not increase over time, or not increase at a rate that is in line with building costs generally • Consumers may make a choice to accept a degree

of underinsurance to achieve a certain premium value • For contents cover, sums insured often don’t recognise new purchases made by a household. So what can you do to limit your risk of falling into the ‘underinsured’ category? Review your insurance cover and think about those points above when you do. Ask yourself the tough questions. Are you covered for fire, flood damage or for loss of business income resulting from these events? Is your cover for current market value to rebuild and furnish your home or business? Be aware of the process if you need to make a claim; and use a camera to document the condition of your business stock and your personal belongings. This will help you make a claim in the event of a loss (and mark an annual date in your calendar to update these records). Use a safe-deposit box or a safe to store your insurance policies and photographic documentation and make sure to back up all business computer files. If a storm or natural disaster strikes, thoroughly check your home, business and belongings for any evidence of damage, which often can go unnoticed.

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We all know how important it is to have a regular checkup with our doctor. Check our cholesterol, blood pressure, potential skin cancers, that sort of thing. And even though the report from our doctor might not always be the good news we are hoping for, most of us, even if it is reluctantly, will do what our doctor says. And of course, to not follow our doctor’s directions can lead to serious consequences and complications. The Bible reveals Jesus as making a significant, serious diagnosis of our human con-

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Jesus, the good doctor, diagnoses a sickness in our hearts; a sickness in our inner being. And sadly, it is a terminal sickness, caused by the fact that each of us has turned away from the source of life, God Himself, not giving Him the honour He rightly deserves. The good news of the Bible, is that in the event we remember each Easter, Jesus dies on the cross, taking our sickness upon himself, and ultimately three days later rising to life, thus making it possible for each of us to be healed of our sickness and given new life, eternal life with God. Our challenge is to humbly come to Jesus and receive the generous gift of new life that he offers.

dition. Jesus declares that, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor but the sick”. As Jesus’ ministry here on Earth continues, and as our own experience reveals, we see that the sickness Jesus is speaking of, is not a sickness that can be healed with antibiotics or better hospitals, nor is it a sickness to be fixed with more education or us trying to live better.

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body needs at lunchtime to get them through the day. As with all main meals you want to aim to have roughly half your meal containing salad or vegetables; a quarter with foods containing complex carbohydrates, like brown rice or wholegrain bread; and the other quarter with protein rich foods, either lean meats, low fat dairy or vegetable sources of

protein like tofu or legumes. Protein in particular will help to keep you feeling full throughout the day, but that doesn’t mean you need to go low carb. Carbohydrates are very important in a well balanced diet as they are the body’s main energy source. Keeping this ratio in mind here’s some ideas for nutritious lunch options: • salad and lean meat, or low fat cheese, on wholegrain bread or a wholegrain wrap • soups: with lots of vegetables and either legumes or chicken – and a slice of wholegrain toast • half an avocado or a mushroom stuffed with healthy toppings, like four bean mix or salad • leftovers from a well balanced dinner • a chicken/beef/veggie burger on a wholemeal bun with lots of salad but go easy on the cheese/ creamy sauce/bacon etc • sushi: try not to over consume sauce laden/ deep fried options • burrito bowls with lots of vegetables and less cheese/sour cream • asian meals like thai beef salad, or a stir fry with lean meat or tofu and plenty of vegetables. Happy eating!

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enrith and the rest of Australia will once again be cheering on Leonay local Jessica Fox at an Olympic Games after she won the second Australian nomination trial at the Oceania Championships last Friday. While Fox’s K1 selection is still to be ratified by the Australian Olympic Committee, the 21-year-old was elated to have performed so strongly in her trials and secure her seat on the plane overseas.

“It’s kind of a shock, it hasn’t sunk in yet,” Fox said. “It’s been a big couple of weeks. In the lead up you can really feel the tension, you can feel this is a big event, so it was really good to perform today.” Fox said the difference between her emotions leading into London as an unknown teenager, and trying to qualify this year as a defending medallist, has been stark. “I remember the qualifications for London, it was a totally different story,” she said.

“Then I had the mindset that I was young, if I miss out it won’t matter, it will be a good experience either way. “This time around this is what I really wanted, and I wouldn’t have settled for anything less. I would have been really upset.” To earn the right to be nominated, Fox had to win at least two of the three nomination events. She sealed the first win at the Australian Championships earlier this month and then finished as the quickest Australian in the qualifying runs last Friday.

While she was able to stay out of the spotlight leading into London in 2012, Fox knows all eyes will be on her this time around in Rio. “I’m looking forward to this campaign, and if there is media attention, I’m not shying away from it,” she said. “It’s part of the process, it’s part of learning, it’s something I’ve learned to deal with, the expectation and challenge.” Other Aussies to be nominated for the trip to Rio include fellow local paddlers Ian Burrows (C1 Men) and Lucien Delfour (K1 Men).

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Football Western Sydney look to maintain competition lead NATHAN TAYLOR

he Western Sydney Wanderers are back on top of the A-League but they’ll face a Perth Glory side tomorrow night eager for their own piece of finals action. Perth are currently the league’s most in-form team, winning their last five games and sitting just one spot out of the top six. Last week Perth demolished first place Brisbane 6-3, proving they are more than capable of doing the very same this Friday night against the Wanderers in Parramatta. Speaking on Tuesday, Wanderers leftback Scott Jamieson said he was somewhat surprised at how well his former side in Perth were playing of late. “Yeah it does [surprise me] but in saying that, they’ve signed some very good players in January and have built on what they had in the early few rounds of the season,” he said. Teammate Dario Vidosic, who scored Western Sydney’s only goal during their 1-1 draw with Sydney FC last weekend, added to Jamieson’s summation. “We know Perth are a good team, they have a lot of confidence after five wins in

a row, and they’ll be looking to come here and extend their run,” he said. “For us, we want to establish our place at the top of the table.” Western Sydney will be hoping for their first win since January 29 after last weekend picking up another draw in the Sydney Derby. Vidosic opened the scoring for the Wanderers with a superb team goal, and they were unlucky not to take a lead into half-time after an unfortunate own goal by Jamieson. The second half was more of an even battle with both sides having chances to win the match without converting. The draw lifts Western Sydney to first position, ahead of the Brisbane Roar. They’ll take on Perth Glory at 7.40pm this Friday night at Pirtek Stadium.

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Around the grounds and Harold Matthews teams. In the SG Ball competition, Penrith defeated Newcastle 18-12 while in the Harold Matthews competition, Penrith were outclassed by Newcastle 31-10. This Saturday Penrith will take on the Cronulla Sharks in both grades at Windsor Sporting Complex.

CRICKET: Penrith are knocking on the door of top place after winning a thriller over Sutherland in Round 13 of the Sydney Grade Cricket competition. Penrith won the toss and elected to bat first, scoring an impressive 342 before being dismissed after 97.2 overs. Matt Hopkins was best with the bat for Penrith scoring 75 runs. When Sutherland hit the crease on Day 2, they chased down Penrith’s target with vigour falling just short on 340. Max McNamara was the pick of the bowlers for Penrith with 4/72. The second-placed Cats will now head home this Saturday morning to take on the 15th placed Sydney University in Round 14. BASEBALL: Penrith are finals bound for the second straight year after defeating Baulkham Hills 5-1 in the final round of the NSW State Baseball League competition. The Panthers will now take on Manly in a three game semi finals series which began on Wednesday in Blacktown. Their second game will take place this Saturday, February 27 also in Blacktown while a third game will take place this Sunday in the event of a tie.

BASKETBALL: Penrith junior Angus Brandt has capped off an amazing season with the Sydney Kings in the NBL, taking out the prestigious 2015/16 Mike Wrublewski Most Influential Player Award at the club’s annual Presentation Night last weekend. Last season Brandt took out the NBL’s Rookie of the Year Award, proving he’s still on track for big things in Australian basketball. Meanwhile, Penrith’s Division Two Youth League Men’s team opened their pre-season last Saturday with a win, defeating the Hawkesbury Jets 68-66 in a nail biter. Penrith led all game but had to fight hard over the concluding stages to keep a slim lead. Joel Klein led the Panthers with 15 points, ahead of Josh Shepherd 12, Brad McGrath 11 and Marshall Ndebele 10.

RUGBY LEAGUE: Round 2 of the NSWRL Junior Representative season got underway last weekend with mixed results for Penrith’s SG Ball

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FEATURE Dallin Watene-Zelezniak at training. Photo: Megan Dunn

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fter a turbulent 2015 season that saw him hospitalised twice, Penrith Panthers winger Dallin WateneZelezniak is just happy to be playing football again. Last July the 20-year-old’s life took an unexpected turn when he was diagnosed with primary spontaneous pneumothorax (collapsed lung), a genetic condition that results in the build-up of air in the space between the lungs and chest cavity. After recovery took longer than expected, Watene-Zelezniak was forced to undergo surgery that saw him miss the remainder of the 2015 season. Since returning to pre-season training in November with no major complications, Watene-Zelezniak said he is feeling fit and healthy ahead of Penrith’s Round 1 clash against Canberra. “The trial against Canterbury was my first good hit out in seven months and my lungs are feeling good,” he told the Weekender. “I no longer need any more treatment, everything is done now, and my lungs are perfectly fine.” Since debuting in 2014, WateneZelezniak is considered one of the NRL’s most exciting youngsters. But despite all his promise and ability, the New Zealander is yet to play a full season without injury

– something that he hopes he has a little luck with during his third season in the top grade. “My goal this year is to have a full season injury free,” he admitted. “There’s always something little that happens but hopefully nothing major like last year. “I’ve just got to keep playing consistent footy to keep my spot in the team.” It’s likely that Watene-Zelezniak’s spot in that team will be on the wing for now but, when an eventual Matt Moylan shift to the halves occurs, you can expect the young Kiwi to be first in line for that number ‘1’ jersey. “Wherever the coach wants me, I’ll play,” he said. “I’ve always enjoyed playing fullback growing up but you’ve got a guy like Matty Moylan in that position now so you’ve just got to play in whatever position the coach asks you to. “Playing outside Moyza is great for me and he deserves to play fullback, he’s an awesome player.” When pressed on where he really wants to play down the track, Watene-Zelezniak couldn’t have been more diplomatic. “I just want to play in the team, fullback is the position I usually play but as I said before you’ve got a player like Moyza there who’s unbelievable,” he said. Wherever Watene-Zelezniak’s future lies in Penrith’s first grade line-up probably doesn’t matter for now as long as he’s wearing a Panthers jersey and not a hospital gown.

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s he prepares to enter his 19th NRL season, popular Penrith Panthers ground announcer Scott McRae says it’s the fans and love for the club that keep him coming back year after year. After a raft of changes at Penrith in recent years, McRae is now one of the longest serving members of the club having well and truly seen it all from up in his tiny production box in the western grandstand. “I’ve been there longer than any player, any coach,” McRae told the Weekender. “I love it – I love the people out there, they are real and passionate. “There are always a couple of haters

who say they don’t want me anymore but if I listened to everyone that said that, I probably wouldn’t be doing television and everything else I do.” However, those ‘haters’ almost got their wish in 2012 when McRae was told he was dumped for the following season, and even famously did a farewell lap of honour alongside good mate Luke Lewis. Fortunately, common sense prevailed and an outcry from fans saw McRae reinstated. “We had a hiccup a few years ago but I’m glad that all my good friends out there stood up for me and said ‘you can change lots of things but you can’t change this yet’,” McRae said. 2016 is set to be a huge year for the Panthers on the field with a number of new signings set to turn into fan favourites come Round 1. McRae said Panthers fans can expect

much of the same from game day in 2016 with a few less ‘Americanisms’. “I wasn’t a big fan of some of the ‘Americanisms’ the last few seasons… but on the field hopefully the boys will have a massive year,” he said. “I’m genuinely excited about some of the players we’ve signed like Te Maire Martin and Trent Merrin, and I think we’re in for a pretty good year.” Interestingly, McRae has a rather unique connection with new Panthers signing Trent Merrin, with the two living across the road from each other when Merrin was growing up. “I’ve known Trent since he was eightyears-old,” McRae revealed. “I was living in Sydenham at the time and Trent and his family lived across the road from me. I was in my early 30’s doing the kids game show ‘Now You See It’ at the time and Trent and his brother Dean

Scott McRae is back at Pepper Stadium watched the show. To them I was the TV star living across the road.” After a while McRae and the Merrin family became good friends, and have kept in contact ever since. “Once they got to know I was a normal fella, we’d all play football together in the street nearly every second afternoon and Trent and I would shoot hoops at the local basketball court,” McRae said. “Trent’s always been a polite, nice kid. He’s a respectable guy and I think he’ll be fantastic for Penrith. “In my eyes, he’s the big star running out now. I’ll have to hold back from tackling him.”

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ll eyes will be on the Penrith Panthers NYC team in 2016 as they prepare to defend last season’s Holden Cup title. More than four months have passed since Penrith’s Under 20’s hoisted their second Holden Cup premiership trophy in front of thousands of fans at ANZ Stadium. Now the pressure is well and truly on for second year coach Cameron Ciraldo and his young troops to go back to back. Penrith’s form during the recent trials was strong, winning both of their games against Canterbury 28-24 and Parramatta 42-12. Players to watch for Penrith in the Holden Cup this season include halfback Nathan Cleary, who will be pushing for NSW Cup selection later in the season. Jack Gibson Medallist Soni Luke will no doubt want to continue to impress after an outstanding 2015 while Tyrone May and Oliver Clark will continue to stake their claims for reserve grade selection.

New recruit Josh Hall Penrith’s opening Holden Cup game will be against the Canberra Raiders at GIO Stadium on Saturday, March 5. Meanwhile, Penrith’s NSW Cup team will be ushering in a very new line-up this season, headed by coach Steve Georgallis. With former NSW Cup coach Garth Brennan assisting Anthony Griffin in first grade, Georgallis returns to Penrith after spending a number of years at Wests and Manly. During the recent NSW Cup trials, the

Panthers finished with two wins and one loss, with their only defeat coming last weekend at the hands of Wentworthville 22-20 in the last seconds of the game. It appeared last weekend’s game at Pepper Stadium between Penrith and Parramatta’s feeder team would end in a 20-all draw, but a late penalty gifted the Magpies a shot at goal to seal the win after the final buzzer. Fortunately, Penrith were able to win their previous two trials defeating the PNG Hunters 20-12 in an historic clash in Port Moresby, while they managed to handle the Canterbury Bulldogs with ease winning 52-20 at Pepper Stadium. Players to watch for Penrith in the NSW Cup this season include new Gold Coast Suns AFL recruit Josh Hall, who’s managed to find the line in each of his three trial games. Kiwi Te Maire Martin, Frenchman Ben Garcia and Fijian Viliame Kikau will no doubt be crowd favourites and will push for first grade selection while returning local junior Zach Dockar-Clay plus Sione Katoa will be breathing down James Segeyaro’s neck at hooker. Penrith’s opening NSW Cup game will be against Mounties in Canberra on March 5.

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ew Panthers coach Anthony Griffin would be pleased his first pre-season campaign with Penrith is officially over, so he can finally get down to business. Penrith opened their 2016 rugby league season earlier this month with a trip to New Zealand for the Auckland Nines, where the Panthers sent over a strong and competitive squad but failed to deliver when it counted. Penrith won their opening Nines game over the Wests Tigers quite convincingly but then lost their next two against Newcastle and North Queensland, resulting in an early exit from the lucrative competition. The Panthers then returned to Pepper Stadium on February 13 for the first of two trial games at home against Canterbury and Auckland Nines champions Parramatta the following weekend.

The Panthers named a squad of 32 players to take on the Bulldogs, but were without a number of their stars including new recruit Trent Merrin, five-eighth Jamie Soward and excitement machine Tyrone Peachey. The game also saw the long-awaited return from injury of new Panthers captain Matt Moylan as well as former skipper and half Peter Wallace. Both players performed valiantly after more than seven months away from the game, but the star of Penrith’s 24-20 victory was by far new recruit Te Maire Martin, who was sensational during his 60 minute stint at half. Last weekend the Panthers looked to make it two from two when they faced a near full strength Parramatta Eels outfit which included new signings Kieran Foran and Michael Jennings. Parramatta defeated Penrith 22-8 in a rather scrappy and defence orientated affair with Penrith’s only tries coming the way of Waqa Blake and winger Josh Mansour. The only injuries to come out of pre-season were to Dean Whare (calf), George Jennings (shoulder), Leilani Latu (sternum), Sione Katoa (knee) and Matt Moylan (back).

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PANTHER RUMBLINGS with the Masked Panther

YES, I’M BACK AGAIN! » Don’t blush baby, put away the flares

and celebrate that summer is over and the Masked Panther is back! If you have any Panthers or NRL gossip you’d like to tip me off to, they’ve actually given me my own email address here! Next up, my own office! Contact me at maskedpanther@ westernweekender.com.au. This column is a pre-season warm up, but look out for my regular piece in Extra Time from next week.

» The Panthers will hold their season

launch tonight (Thursday, February 25). The launch is back on home soil at Panthers Leagues Club after moving to Fernhill in Mulgoa last year. Meanwhile, Penrith City Council did their bit to help launch the Panthers’ season by holding a Civic Reception for the team last week at the Council chambers.

» It’s simply unacceptable that many

Panthers fans were forced to buy home 2016 jerseys from Rebel because the club’s own merchandise shop hasn’t got them in stock. I’m talking about the large size here but I’m told other sizes are also affected. Merchandise is so critical to the success of a sports team these days – this absolutely should not happen. Tyrone Peachey in the new City Origin jersey. Photo: Megan Dunn

» Panthers forward Tyrone Peachey

unveiled the new-look Indigenous City Origin jersey on Monday to mark the 100-day countdown to this year’s State of Origin series. Peachey was joined by children from City Origin major sponsor KARI to show off the playing strip for this year’s annual AAMI Country v City clash, to be played in Tamworth on May 8.

» Fox Sports would be thrilled with the

ratings for the televised trial between Penrith and Parramatta last Saturday night. 98,000 tuned in to watch the trial, which was pretty impressive considering it was up against the A-League’s derby match between Sydney FC and the Wanderers, which attracted 120,000 viewers. The cricket Test between Australia and New Zealand was the most watched pay television show of the day.

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