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The great air con?

Built just six years ago, somehow this school has no air conditioning CASSANDRA O’CONNOR

Act of kindness sparks a big win Back page

Girl power in the AFL p.38

Werrington stabbing Victims fight back in dramatic robbery p.6

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emperatures can soar into the mid-30s or even higher during summer at Ropes Crossing Public School, but despite being built just six years ago, the school has no air conditioning – and the fight’s on to change it. The School’s Parents and Citizens Committee has been working tirelessly since the school was built in 2008 to raise funds for air conditioning units to be installed in the classrooms, but it’s a mammoth effort. “The school was built in 2008 to be environmentally friendly and maximise things like air cross flows and breezes, but living in western Sydney, those summer days just don’t let up,” said P&C member Nicole Rowan, whose daughter has attended the school for the last three years. “When the kids come home they just look exhausted and you cannot imagine that they’d be working hard in those sorts of conditions.” So, the Committee has held cake stall after cake stall, barbecue after barbecue to raise the funds required for the air conditioning and in six years they have raised $17,000. “The school is so supportive and the Principal, Mrs Jackson, she is just an incredibly lovely person to work with and she understands that we are doing this for her school,” Mrs Rowan said. “We have had big baking days, sold cakes at the St Marys Spring Festival and done countless Bunnings barbecues and we have raised $17,000. “But our last estimates were that it would cost $40,000 to do the whole school.” Story continues on » p. 8

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Vandals leave big bill behind It costs more than half a million dollars each year to clean up graffiti across Penrith CASSANDRA O’CONNOR

lenty of elbow grease is required to remove graffiti or restore buildings to their former glory after acts of vandalism as Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler and Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies found out this week. In fact, it’s roughly $600,000 of elbow grease per year. But the State Government has passed legislation that will make it easier for both police and court magistrates to catch and penalise vandals. Rolling up the sleeves in St Marys’ East Lane on Monday afternoon, which is a known graffiti hotspot, Ms Davies said that the aim of the legislation is to deter offenders. “The Graffiti Control Amendment Act creates an aggravated marking offence, which will capture acid etching and other graffiti that can’t be readily removed by wiping or using water or detergent,” Mrs Davies said. The offence of aggravating marking also attracts a high financial penalty of $2,200 and a 12 month jail sentence. “Judges can now also issue a work order even if it is not asked for by the prosecutor,” Mrs Davies explained.

The work order can include removal of the offender’s graffiti or other community service. “This will help the offenders understand the consequences of their actions,” Mrs Davies said. Mr Fowler said that graffiti removal is a significant cost to Council and that the funds could be better spent elsewhere. “This money could be better spent on facilities for young people such as playgrounds and youth centres but unfortunately some youths are finding a release in the form of damaging private property,” he said. “The cost to the community of cleaning up graffiti, while falling from around $900,000 in 2007, is still a very high $600,000 last financial year. “That could get eight new playgrounds, or upgrade eight sportsfield surfaces. That’s almost four new toilet blocks similar to those in Tench Reserve on the Nepean River, or provides floodlighting for six sportsfields. That’s every year we could do these things.” He said that the new legislation was greatly welcomed. “I congratulate Tanya and the State Government for taking the initiative to address graffiti in our community,” he said.

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My official guide to what to do, and not do, on Facebook and Twitter

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Understand what defamation is: Defamation is not just the realm of big media organisations or journalists. If you say something offensive or bad about somebody, even a celebrity, it could be defamation. What you say on Facebook is not protected by some silly law you’ve made up in your head.

As somebody who consumes a lot of social media, primarily for work purposes, there’s some pretty disturbing trends emerging out there. So, with my old grumpy pants on, here’s my official guide to the ‘dos and don’ts’ of social media.

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Don’t half share your news: “Something really exciting has happened today”. If you’ve ever posted that, give yourself a slap over the head and never do it again. If you’re not going to tell us what the news is, then please, don’t post anything in the first place. It’s not actually that exciting to all of us who don’t know what the news is, but know only that you’re excited. For all we know, your dog did its first poop outside. What’s worse: Replies like “What happened!”

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Don’t post silly political comments: I’ve managed to cull my friends list significantly over the years by deleting people who try to push political agendas. By all means, share your general opinion on various topics, but when it comes to making personal or offensive remarks, or pushing the one agenda over and over again, stop and have a serious think. What’s worse: People who ‘like’ pages that are built on offensive political agendas. Don’t post ANY political comments: This one is probably a bit of a stretch, but in today’s world, keeping things private is difficult and any potential employer could well see something you’ve written on Facebook and Twitter. And what if that job you are going for is funded by the government of the day? Sure, everyone has the right to an opinion, but if you’re going to post any comments that hit the world of politics, be very, very careful or it could come back to bite you.

Don’t ‘check in’ at the hospital: There’s nothing worse than seeing a friend ‘check in’ to Nepean Hospital Emergency Room on Facebook, but fail to tell you what’s going on. I mean come on, it could be anything from the results of a bad Indian dish through to something mighty serious. Sure, update us on what’s going on but please, don’t worry people for no reason. It’s attention grabbing and immature. What’s worse: The people who say “Oh my god, what’s wrong” in reply to such ‘check ins’.

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Don’t post pictures of your food: Okay, so this isn’t a total blanket rule. If you buy a hamburger and it has a cockroach in it, I’m happy for you to post it – that’s not only disgusting in an awesome kind of way, but interesting and potentially helpful when it comes to dinner choices. What’s not interesting is your spaghetti bolognaise with a side of garlic bread, or your bacon and eggs. Unless you’re going to post the recipe on a website or blog, photos of your food are a big no-no. What’s worse: People who ‘like’ photos of people’s food. Seriously, I mean, seriously?

You get the feeling it’s making us all a lot dumber

Check your facts: No, the colour at the bottom of the toothpaste packaging doesn’t mean what your friend says it does. No, Facebook isn’t shutting down unless you share a post within 10 minutes and no, that girl isn’t going to sleep with that guy if he gets a million likes. Come on people, stop being so gullible! Social media is a wonderful way to communicate with people, but sometimes you really do get the feeling it’s making us all a lot dumber.

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orks to upgrade security at John Morony Correctional Centre in Agnes Banks have begun, as part of a major overhaul of NSW prisons that will see maximum security prisoners kept at the local facility. Visiting the jail on Tuesday, Attorney General and Minister for Justice Brad Hazzard and Corrective Services NSW Commissioner Peter Severin announced new perimeter fencing, inmate no-go zones and the latest surveillance technology will be installed at the facility. “This is a major investment – delivering strong new barriers against both escapes and contraband smuggling,� Mr Hazzard said. “This $20 million worth of security upgrades, which will take place over three years, is about managing today’s prison population more safely, securely and efficiently. The boosted security measures mean we can house more maximum and medium-security remand prisoners in Sydney close to the courts – by converting Parklea, Dawn de Loas and John Morony Correctional Centres to complete remand centres.�

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Located within the John Morony Complex, the Outer Metropolitan MultiPurpose Correctional Centre will be upgraded from minimum to medium security. The security upgrades will include new double perimeter fencing with anti-climb barrel top to create a new sterile zone, more inmate no-go zones, thermal and motion detection systems, more CCTV, fence alarms, reinforced accommodation units with alarms, a new security control room, and new staff duress alarm system. John Morony Correctional Centre will be upgraded to become a maximumsecurity remand centre with more security measures including extra CCTV cameras. Mr Severin said the upgrades will complement existing security measures and the hard work of correctional staff at the facility. “We have stepped up efforts across the system in recent years to minimise escapes and contraband smuggling with intelligence gathering, frequent inmate, visitor and cell searches and ground patrols, and security screening,� Mr Severin said. “We are bringing the system well into the 21st century by taking advantage of the latest developments in security.�

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Offender stabbed by his victim Witnesses describe dramatic scenes at Werrington after robbery at newsagency

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n alleged robber, stabbed by his victim with a pair of scissors, was caught by police just minutes after threatening shopkeepers at a Werrington newsagency on Monday afternoon. Police allege the man entered the local newsagency on Dunheved Road just after 1pm, where he stole an amount of cash and assaulted two female shopkeepers. After getting involved in a scuffle with a male shopkeeper, the man fled, running on foot from the scene before getting into a vehicle and escaping. At 1.15pm, police stopped the vehicle mid-getaway on the Werrington railway overpass on Werrington Road. The incident was witnessed by a number of local people in the vicinity, including Rodney Abernethy who first came onto the scene after hearing yelling and arguing from the newsagency, while he was working in his own store, Aqua Clear Werrington, a pool and spa shop nearby. “When I saw what was happening at the newsagency I bolted over,” he said. “I walked in and saw a big fellow taking a swing at the owner of the newsagency, she’s an older woman who has been

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holding a pair of scissors.” Those scissors had allegedly been used just seconds earlier, wounding the alleged offender.

“I didn’t know what he had used the scissors for but when the big fellow turned around, he had blood pouring out of his face,” Mr Abernethy said. “I yelled to find out what was happening and as he [the alleged offender] looked up at me, he did a big haymaker to try and hit me but I ducked under his left arm, which made him lose his balance.” The man then made his escape but was tripped on the way out of the store by another bystander before Mr Abernethy took chase, following the man to a blue Mazda parked on Charles Todd Crescent. It is believed a number of witnesses also saw a woman, who at one point stripped to her underwear to swap clothes with the man, leave in the car with the man. “We [the witnesses] took down the registration number and gave it to the police. I knew then that they would find him,” Mr Abernethy said. After police stopped the vehicle, the alleged offender, who has been identified as a 28-year-old man, was taken to hospital and remained there under police guard until 11am on Tuesday, when he was released and taken to Parramatta Police Station. He was charged with ‘aggravated robbery’, was refused bail and appeared in Parramatta Local Court on Wednesday.

Police snapshot Teen learns valuable lesson after misleading police

Frightening incident as knife is pulled on 12-year-old girl

A 17-year-old has been charged for causing public mischief after leading police on a search for a lost bushwalker. The Glenmore Park teen left his home on Monday, June 2 at around 2pm to go walking in bushland near his residence. He contacted the SES not long after, telling them he was lost and couldn’t find his way back. Police were called to search for the boy and located him. After speaking with the boy, police formed the conclusion that he wasn’t actually lost, he was misleading police. He was charged and will be dealt with under the Young Offenders Act. “This is a timely reminder that it is not wise to play games with rescue services. It may be that at the time they are searching for you, someone else might be in serious need of their assistance,” Penrith police said.

A 12-year-old Cambridge Park girl has narrowly escaped being robbed by another teenage girl at Penrith Railway Station. Between 4.10pm and 4.30pm on Friday, May 30, the 12-year-old was waiting for a bus near Penrith Station when she was approached by an older female. The unknown female drew a knife on the girl and threatened her. The girl’s mother was nearby and intervened. The unknown female fled the scene and was last seen running toward the railway station. The offender has been described as Caucasian, around 18 or 19-years-old and around 169cm tall. She was wearing a white jumper, cream pants and a black and white flat cap. Anyone with information should contact Penrith Police with information.

Man arrested after raid on Londonderry home

Fright for 24-year-old as man exposes himself in shop

Police have arrested and charged a 66-year-old man at a Londonderry home in relation to a joint drug supply syndicate investigation by the State Crime Command’s Organised Crime Squad and the NSW Crime Commission. A search warrant was executed at the property after 2.30pm on Friday, May 30 and as a result, the man was charged with ‘possess shortened firearm’; ‘possess unregistered firearm’; ‘not keep firearm safely’; ’possess ammunition’ and ‘owner/occupier knowingly allow use as drug premises’. At the same time, two other search warrants were carried out in other Sydney suburbs in relation to the operation, called Strike Force Millstream.

A man is set to appear before the courts after allegedly exposing himself to a woman in a Smith Street, Penrith shop. The woman, a 24-year-old from Emu Plains, entered the store at around 2.15pm on Saturday, May 31. She looked behind the counter and saw a man exposing himself. The 38-year-old from Wallacia was given a Future Court Attendance Notice for ‘wilful and obscene exposure’. Such incidents are deemed as serious by police and if you see anything similar or experience something like this, contact your local police station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. You can also report the incident directly to your nearest police station.

New era for marketing and tourism “The indoor skydiving centre, iFly, has recently joined a number of thrill seeking opportunities in Penrith including Wakeboarding, Whitewater rafting, 737 Jet Simulator Experience and Jetpack Adventures (currently a training facility for Jetpack instructors from around the world). “Working with these experienced and successful operators and holding discussions with Destination NSW will create a groundswell of opportunity to promote Penrith as the ‘Adventure Capital’.” The old Visitor Information Centre in the Panthers Car Park will soon close its doors after more than 20 years.

Agnes Banks resident, Kelly Duncan, was one of 24 graduates to be recognised at a ceremony at the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children (RIDBC) last week, for completing her postgraduate qualifications in hearing impairment – helping to alleviate a critical shortage of trained teachers of children with hearing loss. Ms Duncan worked as a primary school teacher for 14 years. She is now in her first year teaching as an itinerant support teacher of the deaf, having completed her Masters in Special Education (Hearing Impairment). “Hearing loss can be an invisible disability and children can sometimes be

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Changes in the delivery of visitor and tourist information have presented Penrith Council with the opportunity to embark upon a new era of marketing Penrith as the ‘Adventure Capital’. A review of current strategies will investigate contemporary approaches to marketing including dynamic websites, mobile apps and touch screen information kiosks. “It has been evident for some time that although Penrith may not be a holiday destination, there is a strong visitor economy which is booming through the establishment of a range of adventure activities,” said Mayor Ross Fowler.

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Ropes Crossing Public School does not have air conditioning Story continued from » p. 1 “We are just hoping that the Government might help us out,” Mrs Rowan said. Labor candidate for Londonderry Prue Car has joined the campaign and said the hot summer months were a nightmare for parents and children. “Since 2008, children at Ropes Crossing have sweated their way through summer – unable to properly concentrate because of soaring temperatures,” she said. “Now is the ideal time to resolve this issue once and for all, before we hit the 40 degree days of summer. I’m commit-

ted to working with the school’s tireless P&C to fight for funding.” Ironically, the school was built when Labor was in power. The Department of Education said the school does not meet the requirements for air conditioning to be installed. “Under the Department’s current air cooling policy schools with a mean maximum January temperature of 33 degrees Celsius or above are provided with air cooling to all habitable spaces,” a spokesperson said. “The mean maximum January temperature at Ropes Crossing Public School is 29.5 degrees Celsius.”

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS The following development applications have been received by Council: s Zhinar Architects DA14/0544 2–6 John Oxley Avenue, Werrington County Commercial Development – construction of a recreation facility (gymnasium and bowling centre), restaurant, reception centre and associated car parking and landscaping works Contact: Jane Hetherington on 4732 8078 Closing Date: 24 June 2014 s Dickson Rothschild DA14/0513 Lot 1 DP 1070784, 12 Carson Lane, St Marys Proposed Residential – demolition of existing structures and construction of 4 x 8-storey residential flat buildings (289 units), 2 level basement car parking area, landscaping, drainage works and earthworks Contact: Hannah Van de Werff on 4732 7714 Closing Date: 24 June 2014 In accordance with Section 23G of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979, the development application will be referred to the Joint Regional Planning Panel (JRPP) for the Sydney Metro West Region for determination.

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niversity students have been up in arms about the proposed deregulation of university fees touted in the Federal Budget. However, students have welcomed the announcement by the University of Western Sydney (UWS) that fees will not be changed during 2014. UWS Vice-Chancellor Professor Barney Glover says the University made the decision to provide certainty for students. “For many of our students, a university degree is one of the most significant financial investments they make at that point in their life,” Professor Glover said. “We understand the need to provide our students, and indeed our region, with high-quality, accessible higher education. We understand that the proposed changes to fees are of concern to prospective students and their families in western Sydney.” Eliza June, a member of the UWS Greens on Campus group, has said that she and her student colleagues welcome the announcement. “The government’s decision to deregulate fees and increase the interest rate on HELP loans will have a damaging effect for all university students, but the students at UWS – many of whom are from low socio-

s Stimson & Baker Planning DA14/0523 Lot 43 DP 811320 (No. 26–48) Kingswood Road, Orchard Hills Alterations and additions to existing place of public worship The proposal is Integrated Development under Section 91 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. In this regard, the applicant is seeking concurrent approval from the NSW Office of Water under Section 91 of the Water Management Act 2000. The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 10 June to 10 July 2014. Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA14/0523. Council is required to make Development Applications and certain associated documents publicly available under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. There is a presumption in favour of publicly disclosing all submissions relating to this Development Application unless Council determines that it is not in the public interest to do so. For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Gurvinder Singh on 4732 7539. s SMEC Urban DA14/0521 Lot 64 DP 1180358, Forestwood Drive, Glenmore Park Bulk earthworks associated with sewer gravity main installation

UWS student Eliza June economic backgrounds – would be hit the hardest. We’re glad that the university’s administration has recognised that, and are doing what they can to offset that damage,” she said. Student groups at UWS are organising an event to speak to politicians holding federal education portfolios, to be held at the beginning of the spring semester. “We’ve been told that, by taking to the streets, we’re precluding the opportunity for a dialogue,” Ms June said. “In the spirit of welcoming an actual dialogue, we’ll be inviting politicians to UWS to come and speak with us, and hear what we have to say in return”.

The proposal is Integrated Development under Section 91 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. In this regard, the applicant is seeking concurrent approval from the NSW Office of Water under Section 91 of the Water Management Act 2000. The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 10 June to 10 July 2014. Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA14/0521. Council is required to make Development Applications and certain associated documents publicly available under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. There is a presumption in favour of publicly disclosing all submissions relating to this Development Application unless Council determines that it is not in the public interest to do so. For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Pukar Pradhan on 4732 7726. Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au Viewing of Development Applications The above development determination/s may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Officers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

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COUNCIL BRIEFS s Council’s Neighbourhood Renewal Program has won the Local Government Associations Award for Community Participation in Arts and Culture: Young people. The project titled ‘Wearing the Crown’ was a collaboration between young people in North St Marys and Werrington with project partners Information + Cultural Exchange, Werrington Youth Centre, Chiey College Dunheved, St Marys North Public School, Werrington Public School, North St Marys Neighbourhood Centre and Werrington Community Project Inc. ‘Wearing the Crown’ produced eight original creative works by young people including: Hip Hop and music clips ‘Everybody Lives’, ‘We Got the Power’, ‘4 Strong Girls’; a series of digital ipbooks on Werrington, as well as Digital Comics: The Bullies Comic and The Search for Weasley and self published Comic Books Stories. s A series of restoration and expansion works were recently completed at Penrith Cemetery. Council staff had to treat the project with a special level of care as they repaired heritage sectors of the cemetery and installed new structures at the site. One particular section of ageing guttering in the Anglican section required the heritage-protected bricks to be carefully removed, cleaned and re-laid. An older road in the same section has also been restored. In addition to the conservative works Council staff also installed a series of concrete beams creating new lawn sections to accommodate 400 additional burial spaces. Renovations of the cemetery took place over a three-month period, and were recently completed. s Australia’s premier powerboat series, ‘The Anglomoil Australian Formula Powerboat Grand Prix Series’ has announced that Round 4 will be conducted with the support of Series Sponsors, Anglomoil Superior Lubricants and Penrith City Council. Round 4 will be conducted at the Sydney International Regatta Centre on 14 and 15 June. Drivers from ďŹ ve Australian states and at least one international are expected to compete for Australian Championship honours in the Formula 1, 2 and 3 series. These colourful, lightweight, high ying outboard tunnel boats that turn at breathtaking speeds are sure to provide plenty of thrills and maybe the occasional spill. Entry is $5, children under the age of 16 are free. For more information, visit formulapowerboats.com.au

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Proponents shortlisted through the EOI process will be asked to respond to a Request for Proposal on 9 July 2014. Visit http://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/Our-Council/Tenders/ to register and download EOI documents free of charge. Alternatively a hard copy is available for a non-refundable fee of $75 (inc GST) by arrangement. For queries please contact David Ellks on 4732 8123 or dellks@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au All submissions should be lodged in the manner provided in accordance with the lodgement instructions contained in the documents no later than 11am Wednesday, 2 July 2014. Reponses received after will not be considered.

TENDER Ground Works to Penrith Civic Arts Precinct (The Mondo) Reference 13/14-13 Penrith City Council invites Tenders from suitably qualiďŹ ed and experienced landscaping and civil contractors for the provision of Ground Works to Penrith Civic Arts Precinct (The Mondo). Pre-Tender BrieďŹ ng at 2pm Wednesday, 18 June 2014. Visit http://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/Our-Council/Tenders/ to register and download tender documents free of charge. Alternatively a hard copy is available for a non-refundable fee of $75 (inc GST) by arrangement. For queries please contact Jake Evans on 4732 7663 or jevans@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au All submissions should be lodged on the forms provided in accordance with the lodgement instructions contained in the documents no later than 11am Tuesday, 1 July 2014 (‘the Closing Date’). Tenders received after will not be considered.

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Penrith City Council (Council) invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from developers, investors and businesses with an immediate requirement for land or commercial accommodation in the Penrith City Centre for the development of 21–25 Woodriff Street, Penrith (the Site). Council has received a proposal involving acquiring and developing the Site and as such would like to extend this opportunity to the public to make a submission to ensure that the best outcome is achieved for the community. The Site is located on the corner of Woodriff Street and Union Lane, has an area of 2,009sqm and is zoned B4 – Mixed Use. Potential for further Site area is possible.

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Last month I led a business delegation to Gangseo-Gu in South Korea, as well as Kunshan and Xicheng, a district of Beijing in China. The trip was undertaken to promote investment opportunities in our City. We had a number of promising business meetings with the Kunshan Incubation Centre, Financial Street Group, the Huayuan Group and the Descheng Science and Technology Park in China. Education, health and business investment were on top of the agenda at meetings. Much of the discussion was about our Penrith Health and Education Precinct and Science Park. Our City has a lot to offer these busi-

ness groups and we’re confident these meetings will result in investment in our region. The delegation promoted Penrith Progression to investors, highlighting the City’s many development opportunities including plans to revitalise the CBD. Penrith was showcased at an International Expo and formal partnerships were secured with Xicheng and Kunshan Chambers of Commerce. Fostering a relationship with our international sister and friendship cities can only benefit Penrith in the future.

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RBA leaves interest rates on hold The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) didn’t deliver any surprises on Tuesday when it held interest rates at 2.5 per cent. Most economists expected rates to remain on hold particularly given there’s confusion over the Federal Budget. “In light of the Federal Budget, where frankly, most Australians are going to be worse off, it’s great news for mortgage

borrowers in that their repayments will be steady for another month,” said Alex Parsons from RateCity.com.au. “For many Australians out there, particularly those buying their first home in the east coast city markets, it’s very difficult to get a foot on the property ladder, and it’s likely to get harder as the Budget cuts hit the hip pocket.”

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Councillor Marcus Cornish at the busy intersection. Photo: Melinda Jane turns from Evan Street into Henry Street in peak hour would improve traffic flow and conditions. Cr Kevin Crameri agrees that the intersection is an issue for drivers. “I would like to see whether changing

the traffic light phasing would improve traffic along Evan Street and over the bridge,” Cr Crameri said. “There’s so much traffic banked up that it is causing issues for other intersections in Penrith such as at High Street.”

Penrith residents struggled to get to work on Wednesday morning with a number of incidents on local roads. It came as a story in The Sydney Morning Herald revealed that Wednesday was the worst day for peak hour traffic congestion. The local problems started at the busy intersection of the Great Western Highway and Parker Street in Penrith, with lights flashing yellow through the morning peak period. An accident in St Clair on Bennett Road followed, and emergency crews were then called to the M4 near The Northern Road just before 9am after a westbound crash. Stay up to date with traffic news and information: Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/westernweekender.

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A new Manager has been appointed to the St Marys Town Centre. Paulette Adams has taken on the role and will work closely with key stakeholders and Council to revitalise the St Marys CBD. “This is an exciting time for the St Marys Town Centre,” Ms Adams said. “Through planning and implementation of the strategies we have in place for the Town Centre, and with continued support from our business community and Council, St Marys will be revitalised.” St Marys Town Centre is working on re-branding the St Marys CBD to bring new life into the area. Traditional events like the St Marys Spring Festival and Christmas celebrations will also continue.

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s night began to fall on Mulgoa bushland one evening last month, two women found themselves lost, unable to navigate their way out in the darkness. A search, conducted by officers from Penrith Local Area Command, commenced at about 4.30pm on Sunday, May 25, in bushland off Fairlight Road, Mulgoa. “The bushwalkers had underestimated the time it would take to return to their vehicle from a walking track, leaving them stranded in total darkness surrounded by bushland,” said Penrith Police Duty Officer, Inspector Marc Holgate. “When the bushwalkers contacted police for assistance, the women did not actually know where they were, sending police to a location several kilometres away.” As police began the search, the women’s phones ran out of battery, which made them uncontactable and in turn made the search more difficult. The women, who were 27 and 28, were located after a substantial search. “When police finally found the women, police saw that the women had no food or water with them, and both were not

properly dressed for bushwalking, nor the cold night ahead if they had remained lost,” Inspector Holgate said. The incident, and others like it in recent weeks, has prompted police to warn local residents to ensure they are prepared before heading off into bushland. Just this week, seven bushwalkers were rescued in the Blue Mountains after spending a night huddled in a cave. The five men and two women failed to arrive back from a walk near Katoomba, prompting a major police operation. According to Penrith Police, being prepared means a bushwalker has supplies, including food and water, and is appropriately dressed for any situation. “Ensure your mobile phone is fully charged and tell someone where you will be walking, the time you are leaving and the time you expect to return,” Inspector Holgate said. “Consider navigational aids (maps, compass, satellite navigation device) and personal emergency beacons if planning longer, more remote walks. Know your physical limits and don’t exceed them.” Penrith Police also recommended bushwalkers know the name of the area or track they are walking on and to remain familiar with their surroundings or key locations during their walk.

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News in Numbers Fair Trading Commissioner Rod Stowe is reminding parents of the dangers coinsized lithium button batteries pose to young children. New statistics for 2013 show that 120 people presented to NSW hospitals’

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The Luke Priddis Foundation has this week announced that cricket star Josh Lalor is its latest ambassador. Lalor is a left-arm fast bowler for the NSW Blues and was also a member of the Sydney Sixers in last summer’s Big Bash League. Lalor enjoyed a stellar 2013/14 summer for Penrith, taking 36 wickets at an average of 19.40, plus a highest score of 55 with the bat. The 26-year-old has made the most of his limited opportunities for NSW. Five wickets in his debut match against Western Australia in 2011 helped the Blues to an easy win in the Shield. Later that year, he picked up a maiden five-for against Tasmania in a match dominated

“These tiny objects can do enormous damage and even be fatal if swallowed, with children four years and under most at risk,” Mr Stowe said. “Almost 80 per cent of cases reported last year involved toddlers and sadly, in Queensland there was one death of a four-year-old. “While these types of batteries are often found in children’s toys, these products are heavily regulated. It is unlikely a child will be able to remove a battery from a toy that meets Australian Standards. “However, other household items such as car keys, remote controls, reading lights, calculators, kitchen scales and wrist watches commonly require these batteries.”

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even local students have been given a “leg up” by the NSW Government. The students were this week awarded $2,000 scholarships each by the Department of Housing, to be spent on educational equipment for their studies. Those selected, like Shayla Hadfield, come from underprivileged backgrounds but have big dreams for their future careers. “It is a good opportunity for me to get one step closer to university. I have been

able to get text books and equipment that I might not have been able to get,” said the Cranebrook High student, who is tossing up between studying midwifery or primary teaching. The Youth Scholarship Awards, now in their eighth year were presented to students by Acting Director of Housing Services for Nepean Blue Mountains, Narelle Ambesi and Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres. “A lot of young people will opt out of education opportunities because of the need to just pay their rent, eat or spend time with their friends on the weekend,” Ms Ambesi said.

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enrith has an extensive system of rivers and tributaries that whilst are very scenic, also pose serious flooding threats. There are 40 creek systems in the Penrith LGA and one of the largest is the South Creek catchment, draining some 414 square kilometres of catchment into the Hawkesbury River at Windsor. Since 2005 Council has been working on mapping flooding in South Creek and also overland flooding in Penrith. That study is now on public exhibition and Cr Kevin Crameri says all residents should have a read of it. “The South Creek Flood Study shows what the water and flooding patterns would be in a 1 in 100 year flood event, that is, the flooding that would occur in a major storm event that has a one per cent chance of occurring in a year,” Cr Crameri explained. “This does not mean a flood that happens once in one hundred years, these floods can actually happen two or three times in a year.” Two major flood events occurred in the South Creek catchment in the 1980’s. The August 1986 flood and the April 1988 flood are two of the largest floods to have occurred in the catchment since European settlement. There were also major floods in the 1960’s. “There are areas such as St Marys, Llandilo and Berkshire Park that know that their land is flood affected,” Cr Crameri said. “But other areas such as Cambridge Park are affected not by the flooding of the creek itself, but of overland flows from

South Creek runs through suburbs including St Marys, Llandilo and Berkshire Park those big storm events. We have seen in recent years people in Cambridge Park complaining about their garages being flooded, and that’s due to these overland flows.” All residents are urged to look at the flood mapping and see whether their land is affected by flooding. “Ultimately, if your land is flood affected, that is recorded on your Section 194. A Section 194 is a document that

a prospective property buyer can ask Council for, which shows the land zoning, possible land uses, any restrictions and flood affectation. “This can affect insurance prices and property prices.” The flood study has been conducted by industry experts who completed a detailed survey of the land and modelled the possible flooding. Other flood studies are also being done

for Emu Plains. Importantly, Council has not allowed any homes to be built under the one in 100 year flood level. “There are people who will have lived in the area for 60 years and will say that their property has never been flood affected but this study shows that flooding might occur,” Cr Crameri said. “I seriously urge all residents to look at the study and see what the impact might be on their homes.”

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and make a positive contribution to their local community.” Nepean, which incorporates Wallacia to Bucketty, was chosen as a site due to its high unemployment relative to other areas of the country at 5.8 per cent. The average duration of unemployment is 25 months. In the Penrith based Federal electorate of Lindsay there were 4,938 people receiving Newstart as at December 27, 2013 and 958 receiving Youth Allowance (other). Lindsay MP Fiona Scott has welcomed the announcement and said the Government would appoint a Work for the Dole Coordinator for the Nepean. “These Coordinators will have the vital, on-the-ground task of identifying local organisations willing to host a Work for the Dole place, and connecting those organisations with employment-service providers in the area,” Ms Scott said. “Work for the Dole places will be sourced in not-for-profit organisations, local councils and federal and state government agencies.”

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Double standards Your editorial (Editor’s Desk, Western Weekender June 6) makes mention of the hypocrisy shown by some who took part in marches proudly wearing “F**k Abbott” t-shirts. I agree this sort of behaviour should not be tolerated in Australia. These people will probably not achieve much. However, not so long ago, two individuals appeared at a rally where signs saying “Bob Brown’s Bitch” and “Burn the Witch” were prominently displayed. One of this pair later became Prime Minister of Australia. The other became Foreign Minister. Hypocrisy, Troy Dodds? I can’t recall you raving about that. Me thinks you need to look at your own double standards. BRIAN O’NEILL, CRANEBROOK

Too many twits I believe there are people out there who spend half their day thinking up new rumours about the government – any government (Editor’s Desk, Western Weekender June 6). The world wide web should be renamed the world wild web! Trouble is, most of the public is gullible and once

one of these rumours starts, it is hard to kill. I don’t even bother with Twitter – there are too many twits on it. As an old school journo who would have lost his job for getting a fact seriously wrong, let alone for filing a false story or starting a malicious rumour – I despair for most of the so-called media at the moment. As for chaplains being around to help young people, I believe it is a great idea. Some NRL clubs and AFL clubs have had them for years. A player does not have to be religious to benefit from being able to talk to someone who can be trusted. Ask any Panther who was around in the days of our Reverend Steve. ROB WEAVER, VIA FACEBOOK

a wider issue. If we have a Budget emergency, and one that requires co-payments to visit the doctor and the like, should we really be spending hundreds of millions of dollars to send chaplains into schools? About two years ago, I went from earning $150,000 per year to $60,000. It meant I had to cut back on some of the extras in my life, like Foxtel and dinners out a few nights a week. The Foxtel was actually important for the work I do, but I couldn’t afford it. In the case of the chaplains, the work they do may be important but is it really necessary at the current time? I think there is a wider issue here. STEVE, VIA EMAIL

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I am writing this for this week’s edition of the newspaper to pass on my congratulations to Penrith Panthers for the wonderful awesome atmosphere feeling at Sportingbet Stadium last Friday night, where I witnessed two grades win over the Eels. It was amazing to see the crowd of 19,141 turn up at the foot of the Mountains. I will never forget what I saw as it will stick with me

Missing the point Your column last week made a lot of sense Troy and I thank you for clearing up the misinformation being bandied about by some groups. However, I think there is

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for a long time to come. Also I would like to say congratulations to the Panthers Membership department and Penrith Panthers for signing up a huge tally of 2014 members, which have reached the dizzy heights of 15,871 for the first time. I am sure we will reach the tally of 16,000-20,000 before the year’s out as Panthers have been playing so well to date and now sitting nicely comfortable in 2nd Place. I am sure we will play the finals series footy again and I would urge all Panthers fans to keep on turning up in droves to support the boys in black on their way to the finals series. Get out there and support the boys no matter where we are sitting in the top eight. I am one very proud deaf Panthers fan who loves getting out to the game to support the boys. Go the Panthers. CATHERINE PIROTTA, VIA EMAIL

Origin is a downer I love State of Origin but I really hate where it sits in the season and how much disruption it spreads through the game. Look at the Melbourne Storm. They

pay big money to Billy Slater and Cooper Cronk and now both of them are out for an extended period, all because of something out of Melbourne’s control. I realise that the injuries would have happened even if Origin was stand alone, but something really does need to be done. Should we just play State of Origin at the end of the season? Would the hype be the same? C TODD, GLENMORE PARK

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Our youngest environmentalists are learning first hand how they can save energy and reduce their carbon footprint after Council installed solar panels at one of its largest childcare facilities. Energy from the sun is being captured by 160 solar panels and a 40kw solar system recently installed at the Glenmore Park Child and Family Precinct. “The system will pay for itself through reduced energy bills in the next seven years,” one of Council’s Sustainability Champions, Councillor Michelle Tormey, said. “More importantly, we’re using a renewable resource and reducing our carbon footprint and showing solar panels are a practical way to save money,” she said. Children and families who use the centre can also see how much power is being generated in an interactive display.

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ocal Area Commands across western Sydney are banding together to fill a gap affecting police recruitment in the area. With the aim of assisting students in making educated decisions about their future careers, Penrith and St Marys Local Area Commands, along with the Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury Commands, have developed a work experience program that launched this week. On Wednesday, June 4, 20 students each going to school in one of the four commands attended Penrith Police Station to get a glimpse of what policing is all about. The first-of-its-kind program allowed students in Years 11 and 12 to speak to police officers and visit areas of the fully operational station that they would not normally have the opportunity to see before being recruited into the force. “This is a great opportunity for the students and, as they are working through the myriad of options when they are going through school, it gives them some substance as they consider deciding on a career path, whatever their job preferences might be,” said Penrith Local Area

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Commander Superintendent Brett McFadden. As a station with a radio control room, weapons range, small forensic services unit, Highway Patrol presence and cells, Penrith is one of the best stations to give students a wide view of a career in policing. Students were even given a taste of the police selection process, as they had to comply with similar criteria to be eligible for a work experience position. The program was run by Youth Liaison Officers from each command and it is expected that the program will continue and become more frequent over time. “It is a local initiative where we are trying to address recruitment – it is all about getting the right people to join the NSW Police Force. It is hoped this will give more opportunities to students in western Sydney,” said Penrith Youth Liaison Officer, Senior Constable Linda Baumgartner. This is just one of many initiatives set to come from the new partnership between the four local area commands. Until now, there has been no way for students to get a first-hand look at what it is like to work in the police force, which has perhaps played a role in the problems with recruiting new people.

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enrith residents are sacrificing meals and warmth to meet their bills according to emergency relief service Westcare. For over 25 years Westcare has been committed to the relief of poverty, suffering, distress and helplessness of people in the Penrith community. Manager for Emergency Relief Michelle Epati says that currently, demand for assistance is very high and that people are frequently being referred from other community services. “Through our emergency assistance branch we offer help to people struggling with their bills such as electricity, Telstra and Sydney Water,” Ms Epati said. “Demand is currently very high, especially for vouchers to help with electricity bills, and we have people referred to us from the Salvation Army and Anglicare who are in deeply stressful situations.” Ms Epati said that Westcare sits down with residents and goes through their bills with them, looking for ways to reduce the stress and financial burden. Residents are also referred to free financial counselling. “The first thing we check is whether they have contacted their electricity company to get an extension on their bills. We also look to see if they are missing out on any rebates they may be entitled to,” she said. “Then, with the people still in our office we call up the company and try to negotiate a better payment plan or provide support through a voucher.” Sadly, Westcare staff often find that people have been forgoing basic necessities to try to cope with their bills.

Michelle Epati with Volunteer Assessment Interviewer Todd Crothers at Westcare. Photo: Melinda Jane “When people come to see us they are in a very emotional and anxious state. We have many stories of pensioners who refuse to turn on the heater and instead wear layers upon layers of clothing to cope with the cold,” Ms Epati said. “Often single men tell us that they avoid cooking to keep down their energy bills. “Just recently we had one gentleman who was trying to negotiate a payment plan for his electricity bill, but was on hold for so long that he then ran out of phone credit too.” She said that the biggest cause of bill

stress is housing affordability. “Some people become reliant on vouchers because they just don’t have the income left over after paying for their housing,” Ms Epati said. “When we go through a family’s bills quite often there is barely any income left after paying the rent for basics like the electricity bill. “And this isn’t just people receiving government benefits, it’s seniors who have been too embarrassed to seek help and young families who have experienced misfortune. Older citizens have that ‘we

can tough it out’ mentality and often only seek help when their situation is dire.” With hundreds turning to the service for help, Ms Epati says she just hopes the government is listening. “When you are here on the ground listening to people’s stories, it really is heartbreaking,” she said. “It is a great feeling when you help them and they leave your office in tears of thanks, with that anxiety gone. “The important thing for people to remember is that there are services in the community that will help.”

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mbulance paramedics and other emergency service workers have launched Take Heart Australia on a mission to improve the country’s cardiac arrest survival rates. The Australian survival rate stands at just nine per cent, a figure that local paramedics believe can be increased to over 50 per cent if the public is made aware of the signs of cardiac arrest and more people are trained to perform CPR confidently. “The response time for an ambulance to arrive at an incident is approximately eight to 10 minutes but is purely dependent on the location,” said Inspector Jason Stone, Duty Operations Manager, Penrith Ambulance. “If someone is in cardiac arrest and CPR has been commenced immediately by a bystander and continued until the ambulance arrives, the survival rate of the patient increases. Minutes count!” Approximately 30,000 people suffer a

sudden cardiac arrest in Australia every year, with the majority of deaths occurring before the victim reaches hospital. “After a cardiac arrest it is important to maintain blood flow to vital organs. Effective CPR does just that and allows blood to flow to the brain and lungs so as to keep the organ alive prior to paramedics intervening with defibrillation and advanced pre-hospital care. CPR in the minutes prior to paramedics arriving is crucial,” Inspector Stone said. A number of studies, including one by the Children’s Hospital, Westmead involving children who were victims of drowning, have proven that CPR undertaken by a bystander is life saving. Local paramedics urge the public to educate themselves on the signs and treatment of cardiac arrest by contacting a local First Aid provider through St John Ambulance Australia on 1300 360 455. Study after study shows that it is the actions of bystanders that could ultimately prove the difference between life and death.

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The Abode blanket has been recalled electrical supply lead at the connector between the detachable controller and the blanket, there is a risk of an electrical short circuit occurring, leading to electrocution or fire. In BIG W’s Abode Electric Blankets the control cord may fatigue and cause an internal short circuit or overheating leading to fire hazard. The ACCC is also warning about safe use of common household goods that pose hidden dangers such as wheat bags and hot water bottles. “Wheat bags, also known as wheat packs, heat bags or microwaveable personal warmers, are not intended for use as bed warmers as they have been linked to starting fires when put under bedding or after being left in the microwave for too long,” Ms Rickard said.

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o see a steam train chugging through Penrith Railway Station is very rare, let alone having the chance to hop on board. On Sunday, June 22, locals will have four opportunities to take a train ride to the past when the Heritage Express makes a number of shuttle trips between Penrith and Valley Heights. “Take a trip down memory lane in one of the beautiful historic carriages from Heritage Express and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of yesteryear,” said a

representative from the Valley Heights Locomotive Depot Heritage Museum. “Then why not add to your adventure? After the ride just take the short 20 minute drive to the 100-year-old railway depot at Valley Heights.” The Depot Heritage Museum, which is celebrating its centenary this year, houses exhibits both large and small from the region’s railway history. On Saturday, June 21, local residents can also catch the Heritage Steam Train from Penrith, which will travelling from Central Station, Sydney, to Katoomba. Book your seats on www.infobluemountains.net.au/locodepot.

enrith Anglican College teacher, Katrina Toland and ex-student, Maddi Behringer have co-written a play to be performed by the school’s students this month. It was the challenge of sourcing a play suitable to be performed by both junior school and senior school students that led the mother-daughter team to consider writing and editing their own production. They have created a two-hour fairytale mash-up called ‘Happily Ever After’, which features creatures and characters from many Disney favourites. “I was always involved in the College productions when I was at school and when mum asked me to come on board to co-direct this year’s production I thought it was a fantastic way to help out with something for which I have a strong passion,” Ms Behringer said. There are 57 students taking part in the production this year and 42 of those have a speaking role. “We created the play with a large number of character parts to share the experience of being on stage and having a go... most importantly we wanted the students to really enjoy the experience,” Mrs Toland said. Year 6 student, Teagan Cleverly is taking

Rehearsals underway this week part in the production this year – her first time on stage in a school production. “I love coming to rehearsals every week. I have so much fun and everyone is really encouraging to each other. There are some older students who have done lots of shows and they always help us. I can’t wait to perform,” she said. ‘Happily Ever After’ involves both singing and dancing, with the dance routines choreographed by ex-student, Clare Wilmington. The original show will be performed at the school’s Lighthouse Theatre on Friday, June 20 and Saturday, June 21. Tickets can be purchased at www.pac.nsw.edu.au.

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The donation of iPads to Nepean Hospital will be a welcome relief In an inspiring kids-helping-kids story, 17 iPads have been donated to the Nepean Hospital Children’s Ward to help ease the pain that the treatment of serious illnesses and ailments can bring. Early childhood centre, Explore and Develop Penrith, has been fundraising diligently with the support of a number of businesses, to raise money for the purchase of brand new iPads and receive donations of pre-owned iPads for the ward. It was the centre’s Rachel Syder’s own experience with the ward, after her daughter was admitted last year, that prompted the initiative. “There was one iPad on the ward and it was popular with all the children,” she said. The devices will be loaded with games,

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significant say in the direction and allocation of Government funding. PBA saw this as a great opportunity to bid for a “Smart Health Industry Innovation Precinct” or SHIP and was overwhelmed with the scale and depth of support received for its bid. Some 25 key research and larger business organisations with both a national and global presence and Universities interstate put their hand up as consortium members. This

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BOWLS // Mick Gilfoyle THE WINNER of the 2014 major singles at St Marys RSL Bowlers is John “spook” Davis defeating Bill McNeilly 31-24. Penrith City Women’s Bowling Club had three teams entered in the 2014 State Carnival this year held down at Bomaderry and surrounding area. No 1 Team Claire Minall, Joy Scott, Di Laugier and Jill MacDonald, No 2 Team Ruth Wood, Kerry Shiels, Sharon Monsignor and Chris Scolari, No 3 Team Lynn Gibson, Roberta Henry, Mary Byrne and Elaine Lord. Clair Minall’s team won the daily section 8 Monday and Tuesday and Ruth Wood’s team won daily section 9 on Tuesday. Both teams were in

the playoff on Thursday morning. Results of the playoffs Claire Minall’s team was defeated 23/21 and Ruth Wood’s team was defeated 19/12. Never mind they will get them next year. The first round in the Zone 5 Pennants was a bad time for the NDBA with No4, 5, 6, and 7 Grades being defeated. They will now continue in the remaining rounds along with Grades 1, 2 and 3. The following Grades on the 14th and 15th June are at, Grades 1 & 2 – Penrith, Grade 3 – Springwood, Grade 4 – St Marys RSL. Grade 5 – Glenbrook, Grade 6 – Kingswood and Grade 7 – Blacktown Workers.

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THE BOARD of the Penrith RSL Club and their guests enjoyed a night at the Paceway last Thursday night. The racing was excellent and included two heats of the Peppertree Breeders Challenge Stakes valued at $15,000 each. Race one the heat for fillies went to the favourite Ocean Diva ($1.20). In race two the heat for Colts and Geldings the talented El Fuego made it three on end winning by a big margin in Class Record time. Driver Glen McElhinney had it easy and made sure the $1.40 price was not lost for favourite backers. Dancelittlebaby ($2.80) was the first of a double for Kerry Ann Turner. It was a good run because she had to go three wide early and sit out the leader and eventual runner up Four Star Admiral in the third event. Cyclonedomic ($3.00) set the ball rolling for driver Josh Willick and trainer Mark Rolfe starting a double for them in the

fourth. He was last early and began his run from the 6oom zooming home to overtake Persona right on the line. Josh and Mark carried on the good work with The Stingray ($3.20) in race five. He had a good run in the one out one back spot before moving up at the 400m and defeating The Wifes Calling who had the sit behind the leader Swift Exit. Former Riverina pacer Glenburn Cheeky ($10.10) gave his city cousins the go bye in race six. New trainer driver Jarrod Alchin soon had him in front but had to pull out all stops to beat Mister Cool Stride who came from last at the bell. Kerry Ann Turner drove her second for the night when favourite Double Event ($1.90) scored in the seventh event. Bells Beach House ($7.50) won race eight while outsiderThortiheardulaughin ($23.70) scored an upset win in the last race of the night.

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e led the Penrith Cricket Club back to the finals last season, and now first grade coach Steve Small has been appointed the club’s first general manager. The appointment, which was announced last week, represents the most significant change to the management structure of the Penrith club in its 41-year history. The newly created position reflects the growth of the club and its role as a leading brand in the local sporting community. It will ensure the club’s strategic direction is managed in an ongoing professional and dynamic fashion. Small, who is a former NSW and Tasmanian opening batsman, will oversee the operations of all facets of the club with a specific emphasis on business development opportunities. Small said he is looking forward to taking on the role, particularly after coming off such a successful season on the pitch. “Penrith Cricket Club has enjoyed a spectacular season across the board, which has set the platform for us to evolve

Steve Small has taken on the role of General Manager at Penrith Cricket Club the organisation into the most powerful and consistently successful club in Sydney Grade cricket,” Small said. “That is our aim and it is achievable.”

Mr Small will take an active role in ensuring this happens: “I’ll be doing all I can to ensure we achieve our potential in an offfield and playing sense,” he said.

“This club is dear to my heart and I am truly humbled and excited to have been given the opportunity to guide it into the future.” Penrith Cricket Club President, Ross Graham, said the club is entering an exciting new phase, which will see it professionalise in an unprecedented manner. “The committee has recognised that in order for Penrith Cricket Club to fulfil its potential, we need to make significant structural change to our management and we could not have asked for a better person than Steve Small to take the reins,” he said. “The club has some extraordinary projects on the horizon that will not only see its current playing group benefit, but will ingrain the club as the hub for sport in western Sydney. “We have an obligation to help foster the game at all levels and create pathways for aspiring players and current members alike, and the general manager will be tasked with the responsibility of strategically planning our future direction.” Small will continue his role as first grade coach for the upcoming 2014/15 season while holding the new role.

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he Western Sydney Wanderers are now in the hands of four prominent businessmen after the FFA finally sold the much sought after A-League franchise. The consortium is headed by Paul Lederer, CEO of Primo Group and includes Director of Sabre Sports United, Jefferson Cheng; Pirtek director and head of international business, Glenn Duncan; and David Slade, partner in the Australian branch of UK retail chain Topshop-Topman. FFA established the Wanderers in April 2012 and has held the licence for the past two years. The transfer of the licence will be effective from June 30. FFA boss David Gallop said the licence transfer was an important step in the evolution of the Wanderers. “The Wanderers were built for the people, by the people of western Sydney. That was the promise from day one and FFA has held true to that mission,” he said. “Like FFA before it, the new consortium understands its role as the guardians of the Wanderers. They are entrusted by the

Paul Lederer at a Wanderers Presentation Night. Photo: Western Sydney Wanderers members of the club to protect and build on what has been achieved.” The head honcho of the consortium, Paul Lederer, said the culture at the heart of the

Wanderers’ success would not be affected by the licence acquisition. “The spirit of this club comes from the members, fans and the people of western

Sydney. Nothing will change in that regard,” he said. “I have been a director of the club for the past two years and I’ve had the privilege to play a part and see first-hand what makes this club so special.” Mr Lederer added the consortium’s responsibility was to ensure the Wanderers have a sound financial base and a strong administration so the club can continue to prosper. The purchase means that current Wanderers boss Lyall Gorman will walk away from his role. Meanwhile, the Wanderers have drawn 2013 winners Guangzhou Evergrande in the quarter final of the Asian Champions League. The first leg against Asia’s ‘glamour club’ will be played at Parramatta Stadium on Wednesday, August 20 followed by the away leg on Wednesday, August 27. Guangzhou Evergrande won the Chinese Super League by a huge margin and defeated FC Seoul in the 2013 Asian Champions League final. They followed that up with a semi final appearance in the FIFA Club World Cup, losing to eventual champions Bayern Munich.

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fter weeks of blowout scorelines, the Penrith Emus almost caused the upset of the season against one of the Shute Shield’s frontrunners, Warringah. The Emus got within two points after half-time before two late tries by the home side saw them seal the win 34-18. Emus coach Sateki Tu’ipulotu said he was proud of the effort and commitment his young side showed against the competition’s second-placed team. “We were in the game, at the 72nd minute it was 20-18,” he said. “Unfortunately the game was played at

the wrong end in the last 10 minutes and that’s what gave them the game.” Tu’ipulotu admitted inexperience in the closing stages cost them their first win of the past two seasons. “If we only held onto the ball and built pressure, Warringah were gone,” he said. “But that’s why we need experienced players to take control of that area but, in saying that, the players have played in a lot of games already this year and should know enough in what areas to play.” After a month of tough games against the league’s top sides, the Emus will enjoy a few weeks of ‘winnable’ games, so to speak, beginning with a match up against a disappointing Northern Suburbs outfit this Saturday.

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orget the boys, it’s all about the girls this season, who are kicking some real butt in the Sydney AFL women’s competition. The Penrith Ramettes AFL side are one of the big movers and shakers in the Sydneywide competition this year including some massive blowout wins which see them flying high in third place mid-way through the season. With the side currently enjoying their third year together, Ramettes captain Jennifer Brown said her team continues to get better and better as the years and games roll on. “The girls are starting to read games a lot better and their tackling and second efforts continue to improve,” she said. “In our first season we couldn’t even kick 10 metres, now we can kick 30 to 40 metres and take contested marks.” The Ramettes have played in some huge wins already this year including a 71-1 thumping of Gosford, an 85 point win over Manly Warringah and a 64 point beating of Moorebank.

The Penrith Ramettes in action Brown said the local team get on sensationally well despite a huge age gap between their youngest player at 15 and their oldest at 43.

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AROUND THE GROUNDS BASKETBALL: The Penrith Panthers men’s Waratah Championship League side were hammered 90-62 by the Hills Hornets last Saturday night. Louis Brandt top scored for the Panthers with 14 points and nine boards. Meanwhile, Penrith’s women’s side also went down at the hands of the Hornets 78-61. Rohanee Cox led for Penrith with 18 points. Both sides will get some rest this week due to the long weekend and will return against Manly on June 15.

AFL: The Penrith Rams went down 70-54 to the Illawarra Lions last weekend. The Rams led after the first quarter but were quickly overtaken in the second and could never regain the lead. Liam Murphy was Penrith’s best, scoring a team-high three goals. Meanwhile, the Penrith Ramettes also had a loss to the Wollongong Saints, going down 74-16. The Ramettes scored 16 points in the first quarter to lead at the first change but failed to score any more points after that. Both sides will enjoy the weekend off due to the long weekend.

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Penrith area but players come from various locations, including overseas. “We do come from all around, while I’m from Penrith we do have one girl who travels all the way from Dubbo to play with us,” Brown said. “We’ve also had some international players too over the years including girls from Germany, Belgium and Poland.” The Ramettes are even showing up their male equivalents in the Penrith Rams, who are struggling to find their feet this year with just one win to their name. “I have no idea what’s going on with the boys, they aren’t losing by much,” Brown said. So, what about a match-up between the girls and guys? “I think if we had a match against the boys they’d probably win just due to their height advantage but we’d definitely give them a run for their money,” Brown said. Meanwhile the Ramettes’ good form has resulted in two players being selected in the inaugural AFL Sydney Women’s Representative squad. Natalie Cammilleri and Nikki Perrett will take on Canberra in two games beginning this Saturday, June 7.

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proud last week when they came close to defeating the high-flying Hawthorn. GWS was in front at various points through the game but ultimately went down 94-87. This week GWS returns to Spotless Stadium to take on Essendon. The game is on Saturday night and tips off at 7.30pm.

GYMNASTICS: Congratulations to Penrith YMCA’s Corey Dehn for his NSW team placing first in the Level 7 Men’s team event at the Australian Gymnastics Championships. 16-year-old Corey featured on the back page of the April 18 edition of the Weekender where he spoke about his excitement of making the national tournament in Melbourne.

ICE HOCKEY: The Penrith Phantoms had a crushing 12-1 win over the Sydney Bears last weekend while their other Division 2 team, Phantom Menace, had a narrow 2-1 loss against the Canterbury Falcons. This weekend the Phantoms enjoy a bye while the Menace will take on the Canterbury Ice Cubes at 8.45pm, June 7 at Penrith Ice Palace.

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Glenmore Park’s Liam Austin is heading to Brazil for the World Cup. Photo: Melinda Jane spare, it would’ve had to stop the game, that’s why I decided to step in and help them out,” Liam said. “I can’t wait to walk out with the players. My dad and I have already started researching Brazil, which has got me all excited.” McDonald’s Glenmore Park Licensee, Ian

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