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Kate’s back

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GIVEAWAY Win an awesome Triple J CD p. 13

LIFE & STYLE An obsession with mirrors p. 15

SENIORS Your guide to what’s on in Penrith p. 26

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Miller-Heidke’s not scared of “freaking out” people Talented singer and songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke brings her unique sound to the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre next month and is prepared to create a few ripples.

f you read enough articles about music you’ll start to notice the same words used many times over to describe different artists. That’s why it’s refreshing when you come across a phrase like the one best selling author Neil Gaiman used to describe singer/songwriter Kate Miller-Heidke. After hearing Kate’s voice Gaiman said it was like “being f****d by butterflies”.

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“It was excellent and that’s probably one of my favourite comments as well,” MillerHeidke said. “It’s so supremely evocative. You can’t help but feel a bit of a fluttering,” she laughed. Kate Miller-Heidke is very much deserving of such a description. She uses her classically trained voice to add an operatic element to her alt-pop music, but it’s not all beauty and light. “I guess I have a relatively experimental approach to using my voice and I’ve probably got a bigger range of dynamics and tones and just fun stuff to use my voice as an instrument and play around with it,” she said. “I think I probably do that more than most other singer/songwriters, particularly in a live context, it’s fun to use those textures to kind of freak people out,” she laughed. Miller-Heidke’s performances are theatrical, intriguing and beautiful, and come August the talented songstress will be bringing her live show to the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre. “I always play in Sydney but I just want to make sure I’ve got the suburbs covered,” she said. Joining her will be her full band, which includes husband and musical soul mate Keir Nuttall. The two have been long time collaborators and, as with any partnership, there’s positives and negatives to spending so much time together. “I think because we know each other so well and you know we’re best friends we’re definitely on the same musical wave length and we can, onstage, we play together so much that we can almost communicate without words – without sounding cheesy,” Miller-Heidke said. “But yeah obviously we send each other a bit insane and it’s nice to have the rest of the band and the crew as a bit of a buffer zone sometimes.” The August tour will see Miller-Heidke performing tracks from her album ‘O Vertigo!’ which was released in March this year. The album, her fourth studio release, came after her split with Sony. MillerHeidke decided to produce the album

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using crowd-funding through PledgeMusic. “It was incredible and yeah, the support I got through that was overwhelming. That was definitely a positive experience,” she said. Though, Miller-Heidke seems keen to explore other avenues for future projects. “I’m not sure if I would do it again next time. I think the world is changing so quickly and the music industry... it seems like it’s constantly in a state of flux. So who knows where we’ll be in six months,” she said. “I don’t think I can go back and ask those same people for money again. I’m going to need to figure out a different plan next time,” she laughed. After the tour Miller-Heidke will be heading off to the UK for a string of shows before she makes her way to New York in October where she will perform with the Metropolitan Opera. The talented singer is also currently writing a children’s opera for Opera Australia. “It’s a new opera, adapting a book by Shaun Tan called The Rabbits and yeah I guess they kind of just took a leap of faith in asking me but I’ve loved being involved,” she said. While speaking to Miller-Heidke about

the types of music and musicians that inspire her you start to see that her path was never going to be one that involved predictable performances or mainstream pop songs. “I saw a guy called Kirin J Callinan. He’s from Sydney actually. I saw him perform last week at the NGV and it was absolutely electrifying. It was so dangerous and that was really thrilling to watch,” she said. “I like music that transports me or tells a story. I really like the theatre. I’m going to see ‘Into The Woods’ next month, which I’m very excited about. So musicals are a big thing for me,” she said. Though Miller-Heidke does have one dislike when it comes to live music. “As I get older I don’t like stuff that’s too loud, sometimes sound engineers actually hurt my ears. It feels like I’m getting punched in the ears,” she said. “I don’t like to be injured from watching a gig. That’s my main requirement,” she laughed. The ever quirky and delightful Kate Miller-Heidke will be performing at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre on Saturday, August 16 at 8pm. Tickets are $59. For more information call 4723 7600 or visit www.jspac.com.au.

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Top unsigned Aussie band heads to the Collector Hotel our piece western Sydney rock band, 62nd silence, burst onto the scene in 2011 and now with the release of their debut music video for the track ‘Daydreamer’ and a string of dates along the east coast they are looking to get their music out to the masses. If past experience is anything to go by it won’t be hard to win some new fans. The band’s impressive live show has won them competitions including Mounties Battle of the Bands in 2012 and the Hard Rock Sydney’s ‘Hard Rock Rising’ competition, which set 62nd silence among the top 93 unsigned bands around the world. The track ‘Daydreamer’ is rock at its best; its heavy and driving with an impressive guitar solo and distinct vocals from singer Daniel Ison. Rounding out the line up is guitarist Wolfgang Maturana, bassist Andrew Barrington and drummer Wade Glennie. After playing shows in Melbourne and Bendigo the band will be coming to the Collector Hotel on Saturday, July 12 before heading to Queensland for a run of dates in August. “We are super excited for our up

Twisted veryone loves a good fairytale. But what happens when you take a well known tale and give it a little, twist? You get a fractured fairytale like ‘Aladdin’s Fractured Fairytales’ which will be delighting audiences at the John Lees Centre this July. ‘Aladdin’s Fractured Fairytales’ is a musical comedy that will have you in stitches, taking the characters you know and love and putting them in all new, and hilarious, situations. This is the perfect show for the whole family, with plenty of audience interaction, music and laughs. ‘Aladdin’s Fractured Fairytales’ will be on at the John Lees Centre, Penrith. Performance dates include Saturday, July 12, 19 and 26; Friday, July 18 and 25. Tickets are $15-$20. To reserve seats call 4735 5422.

E 62ND SILENCE COLLECTOR HOTEL SATURDAY, JULY 12 coming shows. With the band’s momentum building we are getting to meet a lot of new people, gain new fans and most of all share our music with supporters of Australian live music,” bass player Andrew Barrington said.

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broke more records in London where it opened in October 2006 at the Aldwych Theatre. The production began previews with £11 million in advance sales, a West End Theatre record. In an unprecedented move,

the theatre had to add an additional 25 seats to the auditorium to accommodate the demand for tickets. It ran for six months of completely sold out performances, becoming the longest running show in the history

of the Aldwych Theatre. ‘Dirty Dancing’ launched a hugely successful nationwide tour across the UK and Ireland in 2011, then returned to London at the Piccadilly Theatre. A new UK tour launched in Bristol in March this year. Featuring hit songs including ‘Hungry Eyes’, ‘Hey! Baby’, ‘Do You Love Me?’ and the iconic ‘(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life’, ‘Dirty Dancing’ has become one of the most popular musical productions of all time. It’s the summer of 1963, and 17-year-old Frances “Baby” Houseman is about to learn some major lessons in life as well as a thing or two about dancing. On holiday in New York’s Catskill Mountains with her older sister and parents, Baby shows little interest in the resort activities, and instead discovers her own entertainment when she stumbles upon the staff quarters when an all-night dance party is in full swing. Mesmerised by the raunchy dance moves and the pounding rhythms, Baby can’t wait to be part of the scene, especially when she catches sight of Johnny Castle the resort dance instructor. Auditions for ‘Dirty Dancing’ will begin shortly and full details of the Sydney season will be confirmed soon.

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eading Australian theatre producer John Frost has announced the international hit musical ‘Dirty Dancing’ will return to Australia late in 2014, a decade after its World Premiere in Sydney. “‘Dirty Dancing’ has been an amazing worldwide success,” said Frost. “The 1987 film was a massive hit, and the original movie soundtrack contains some of the most loved songs of all time. The stage musical gave audiences the chance to hear these songs performed live and to experience the breathtaking dance routines. People flocked to it, breaking records all around the world.” ‘Dirty Dancing’ was first performed at the Theatre Royal, Sydney in November 2004. Following the Sydney World Premiere season, the production toured to Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Auckland, a sell-out season of 18 months throughout Australia and New Zealand. A new production opened at the Theater Neue Flora in Hamburg, Germany in March 2006 where it broke records for achieving the largest advance in European theatre history. Following this success, ‘Dirty Dancing’

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Music DAWN OF THE PLANET OF THE APES Starring: Gary Oldman and Keri Russell

ANDY BULL SEA OF APPROVAL Out Now

‘The Planet of the Apes’ franchise is well loved by audiences and now comes the chance to see the newest movie in the rebooted series called ‘Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’. It’s the follow up to 2011’s ‘Rise of the Planet of the Apes’. The story is set 10 years after most of the world has been wiped out from a deadly virus. Along with the human survivors there’s an expanding group of genetically evolved apes headed by their leader Caesar, played by Andy Serkis, most well known for his role as Gollum in the widely successful ‘The Lord of the Rings’ film trilogy. When the remaining humans and the apes come in contact with each other a battle breaks out for control. Among the survivors is Dreyfus, played by Gary Oldman, who is out for revenge, blaming the apes for the virus that led to the death of his wife and sons. Meanwhile Malcolm, played by Jason Clarke, and Ellie, played by Keri Russell, are two of a small group who are on the side of the apes. So far the film appears to be a success, with a mostly positive reception from reviewers.

It’s been a bit of a wait for fans, but after two EPs and a full length album in 2009, ‘We’re Too Young’, Andy Bull is releasing his sophomore album ‘Sea of Approval’. By the sounds of the first tracks from ‘Sea of Approval’ Bull has well and truly weathered the stormy seas of the notoriously tricky second album. This is alt-pop at its finest; catchy, upbeat and kept interesting by Bull’s signature playful vocals. His music gets stuck deep in your brain, but you won’t mind when the tracks are this good. ‘Sea of Approval’ has spawned three singles so far. The first track ‘Keep on Running’, which was released back in 2013, showcases Bull’s lyrical talents, while the second single ‘Baby I Am Nobody Now’ is an example of synth used well. It’s an infectious electropop track that you’ll want to play over and over again. Both tracks clearly had an impact on audiences, featuring in the Triple J Hottest 100 of 2013. The third single ‘Talk Too Much’ is upbeat, smooth and seriously catchy. The video for the track features fellow singer/ songwriter Megan Washington. This is the kind of album that you’ll want to have on repeat.

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Starring: Matthew McConaughey, Jennifer Garner and Jared Leto ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ is based on a true story and follows the life of Texas cowboy Ron Woodroof, played by Matthew McConaughey, who is diagnosed as HIV-positive and told that he doesn’t have long to live, 30 days to be exact. After being involved in a drug trial, which ends up making his condition worse, he finds an unapproved treatment that improves his condition and sets about smuggling it into the country. Woodroof then goes about creating the ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ to distribute the medication to fellow patients. Of course he is challenged by the medical community, including the Food and Drug Administration. The film also stars Jared Leto as a fellow HIV-positive patient, and Jennifer Garner as physician Dr Eve Saks. ‘Dallas Buyers Club’ has gained rave reviews and has won numerous awards including three Academy Awards for Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor and Best Makeup.

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vineyards. Now Heemskerk, named after Tasman’s 1640’s flagship, have released a range of wines under a wellchosen Abel’s Tempest label, including amongst them a marvellous 2012 Chardonnay created from fruit from two cool-climate Tasmanian regions; the Coal River Valley down in its south-east and the Tamar Valley away up in its north. Bringing to the fore the finest of characteristics of the fruits of these valleys, winemakers Charles ‘Chilly’ Hargrave and Peter Munro have put together a wine that’s awash with generous lemony citrus and nectarine flavours and subtle oak. And they’ve generously paid tribute to the skills of Heemskerk viticulturist Jamie Hewet for the extraordinary quality of fruit he supplied them for this wine. At a well-pitched $25 this is a delight to enjoy with obvious roast chicken or other white-meat dishes, or go a step further and pay homage to its Tasmanian heritage with a variety of seafoods from salmon to lobster and abalone. One to note: Rosemount’s Diamond Label series has been around for a long while now, and its ever-faithful Diamond Label Cabernet Sauvignon is a firm favourite amongst those who like a good steak and a well-priced red. This wine is selling for a nicely placed $16.

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Founder & CEO, Kevin Robinson has worked tirelessly since its inception only two years ago to get his mission off the ground. With the invaluable support of volunteer pilots in a state of the art Piper Malibu aircraft, Little Wings has been able to complete 165 ﬂights with 385 passengers in the last 10 months. Says Kevin “Such is the demand we plan to complete 250 ﬂights and help 600 people in the next 12 months.

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The Little Wings Flight Program provides free air transport to seriously ill children and their carers who, for geographical or medical reasons are not suited to commercial air, road or rail transport. For example a child may live a long distance from an airport with a commercial air service, or a child’s medical condition or depleted immune system may make it dangerous to travel on public transport, or undertake long distance car travel. Children are accepted into the Little Wings Flight Program after recommendation from their medical specialist.

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n Tuesday, July 1 the Westpac Penrith launch was held. The event took place to celebrate the multi-million dollar revamp of Westpac Penrith. The upgrade is part of the Westpac network upgrade which will see 680 branches being given a makeover over the next three years. Customers will now find an open plan layout where they will have the choice of self-service banking options along with access to specialist banking staff who can help with any specific advice and support. In attendance were Westpac representatives including Gai McGrath, Ross Watts and Sashi Reddy. Joining them was government and local members including Fiona Scott MP, Ross Fowler and Bernard Bratusa. Everyone in attendance at the launch had a fantastic time celebrating the new look.

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iving in a regional area it’s not often that you get the chance to see some of Australia’s best musical acts right on your doorstep. Unless of course Triple J comes to town for a ‘One Night Stand’. The free, all ages event that brings live music to remote parts of Australia has so far been to Dubbo, Tumby Bay, Alice Springs, Sale and Dalby and this year the event set up shop in Mildura on the Murray River. 17,000 locals and visitors rocked up to see live music from some of Australia’s finest. This year’s lineup included rockers Violent Soho, indie-electro group RÜFÜS, indie-rockers from Brissie, The Jungle Giants, along with musical powerhouse Dan Sultan. There were also a few surprises from hip-hop artist Illy, who was joined onstage by Drapht to help him perform the track ‘YoYo’ as well as Vance Joy who, along with Illy, brought his hit song ‘Riptide’ to the eager crowd. Those who didn’t get a chance to head along to Triple J’s ‘One Night Stand Mildura’ will still be able to check out these amazing Aussie artists with the release of the ‘One Night Stand Mildura’ CD and DVD pack. The CD includes several tracks from each of the artists on the lineup. With the accompanying DVD you’ll also be able to witness all the on stage antics.Triple J’s ‘One Night Stand Mildura’ will be released on Friday, July 18.

ne of the most anticipated tours of 2014, ‘James Reyne plays Australian Crawl: The Crawl Files Live’ has just added a new show in Penrith. With Sydney’s The Enmore approaching a sell out, James will take the tour out west, heading to the renown Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers for a one-off show on August 14. James Reyne plays Australian Crawl: The Crawl Files Live is the closest thing fans will ever get to an Australian Crawl reunion, and James has been overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from fans. “It’s something I’ve been asked about constantly over the years, but I never expected it to take off to this degree. We’re going through the vaults now, digging out a few gems!” James Reyne will play at the Evan Theatre, Penrith Panthers on Thursday, August 14. Call 4720 5555 to find out more.

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mirror and choose a negative word to describe their appearance. One in five of us have never been happy with our reflection and fuel these negative feelings by checking the mirror multiple times during the day. Two in five women feel ‘fat’ when they look in the mirror and what’s more startling is that many young girls are copying this behaviour because they see it in their mothers, mentors and friends.

So essentially, by feeling terrible about our own reflections, we are making others feel bad about theirs too and it is totally unnecessary. To fuel their commitment to changing this statistic by making women feel more confident, Dove has released a rather moving (and damned cute) video ‘Mirrors’, which can be viewed at www.youtube. com/dove. I’ll be smiling at my reflection this week – you should too!

York Jewellers at the Sebel Bridal Expo This Sunday myself and the fantastic team from York Jewellers will be at the annual Bridal Expo held by The Sebel Hawkesbury. This Sunday at the expo we will be offering appointments with our designers, myself included, and there will be special offers for those who would like to organise their wedding bands on the day. You can also go in the draw to win $500 to put towards your bridal jewellery purchase at York Jewellers after the event. We enjoy getting out into the local community and participating at bridal expos. It’s a great feeling helping brides and grooms design their wedding bands and bridal jewellery. Wedding bands are something that you look at every day of your life and I feel that they really need to be personalised and designed uniquely for the individual. We can take any ideas and inspiration that you have and turn it into reality. If you are stuck for inspiration or aren’t sure what you want we will guide you and give you some ideas. Ladies, you may also want to have a look at what York Jewellers offers in the way of bridal jewellery for your big day. We have a large range of sparkling silver bridal jewellery including earrings, necklaces and bracelets that will look stunning on you and your bridesmaids. To RSVP and come along to visit us simply go to www.sebelhawkesbury.com.au. We look forward to meeting you there.

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are something that you look at every day for the rest of your life

times I might need to use my car in a day). After I’ve been at work for about an hour, I am already sick of pushing my hair behind my ears so I put it up in some sort of bun or ponytail, before checking how it looks in the mirror (it normally looks terrible but I don’t change it). I stare at myself in the mirror about five times throughout the day and occasionally use the reverse camera on my smartphone to check if I have any lunch stuck in my teeth. Once I arrive home after work I head straight to my bedroom to change into something more comfortable and stare at myself in the mirror in order to readjust my hair. I visit the mirror another five times in the evening, before and after a shower and even more if I am going out for the night. The next day I repeat this routine and despite knowing that I have no reason not to, I never really feel content with how I look. Why am I telling you this boring story about my mirror usage, you might be/are probably thinking... It is because today I read a startling set of statistics. Sadly, according to a study by Dove, one in three women say they feel anxious when they look in the

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My relationship with the mirror is one that I probably wouldn’t describe as positive – it’s full of frustration, stress, confusion and annoyance but it isn’t all bad, every now and then it makes me smile. Usually, I wake up in the morning and head straight for the bathroom, where I stare at my reflection for a while – I check if yesterday’s pimple has gone down, inspect whether that new beauty fad has actually made my skin brighter and grimace at my hair. I head to the kitchen to have breakfast, I eat and then head straight back to the bathroom for my usual beauty routine. I stand in front of the mirror for an average of about 15 minutes at this point to get my face and hair primed for the day. I leave the mirror to change into something to wear to work and return to it to check my outfit looks okay – this takes much longer than it should – and I head out the door. Sometimes at this point I need to take a second look at my appearance, as I leave my shoes by the door. I catch a glimpse of myself in my car window as I get in the car, and then again in my rear-vision mirror (this is repeated on my way to lunch, way back from lunch and way home from work – as well as any other

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LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Attached Aquarians, plan a romantic holiday with your partner for some time over the next 13 months. Singles: love is likely with someone from another country or culture. On Friday and Saturday you’re more accident prone than usual so pace yourself. Sunday suits taking things at a quieter pace.

PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

It’s a wonderful week to get the balance right between thinking and feeling, as you communicate your Piscean ideas in creative ways. Be inspired by birthday great Nelson Mandela: “A good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.” But, if your inner voice tells you something isn’t the real deal, then make sure you listen.

ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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Over the next 13 months, many red-hot Rams will take up a new sport or hobby; start a hot romance; initiate a major creative project; go on a heavenly holiday; or welcome a new addition to the family. But Saturday’s Sun/Mars square could be a recipe for trouble, especially if you let your impulsive side take over. So calm down – and cool down – before you blow a fuse.

With Jupiter moving into your sign until August 2015 it’s time to be the creative and charismatic Cat you were born to be. Confidence is the rocket fuel that will take you places. Power struggles are likely on Saturday, unless you can let a loved one be the boss. The more you try to impose your ideas, the more woeful the weekend will be.

Star predictions for the week beginning July 13

TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Vigilant Virgos can be worry-warts and workaholics but the coming year is the time to slot some regular relaxation into your busy schedule so you have space to recuperate and regenerate. Saturday’s Mercury/Neptune trine boosts your intuition and imagination, and puts you in the mood to connect with the creative muse within.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Laid-back Libra – sitting back and letting others make decisions leaves you feeling paralysed and powerless. With Mars marching through your sign, strive to be more self-sufficient, dynamic and decisive. Friendships are favoured over the coming year. And your peer group is set to expand as you become involved with a group, club or organisation involving like-minded souls.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Jupiter expands your domestic horizons. So over the next 13 months you could purchase real estate, move house, get a new housemate, or renovate. Venus joins Mercury and the Sun in your communication zone on Saturday, so it’s a wonderful weekend to socialise with family and friends.

Okay Scorpio, we all know that Saturn is sauntering through your sign, and sending challenges and obstacles in your direction. Don’t use that as an excuse to sit around sulking though! Listen to Nelson Mandela (born on July 18, 1918): “It is what we make of what we have, not what we are given, that separates one person from another.”

GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Jupiter jumps into your communication zone so your social media profile gets a boost over the coming year. It’s also a terrific time to make the most of your marvellous mind via studying, writing, teaching, travelling or learning another language. Your standing in the local community is also set to soar.

Jupiter (your ruling planet) shifts into your travel zone midweek, so foreign shores beckon over the coming year. It’s also a positive period for ventures involving law, education, publishing, international business, imports and exports. On Thursday you’re bursting to help, but don’t go promising more than you can deliver.

CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Have you been worrying about money matters? Jupiter journeys through your money zone for the next 13 months, so make the most of the lucky financial opportunities that come your way. Venus vamps into your sign until August 12 so it’s time to improve your physical appearance via beauty treatments and some hot new clothes.

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Top three tips for good health? 1. Drink at least three litres of water daily. 2. Try to get no less than eight hours of sleep to allow your body to recover. 3. Once a week I do a pilates class to clear the mind and revive the body. A daily ‘must do’? Having a balance in my daily work life and home life, staying positive and be grateful. Biggest health/fitness misconception? Fad diets, for example commercial diet shakes, and no exercise will reduce your weight. Wrong. Clean, healthy eating and being active go hand in hand!

Fitec is the Fitness Industry Training & Education Centre. It’s where the trainers get their training! As part of raising awareness and promoting it in our community, we present the Fitec Fitness Champion! Each week we will interview someone who has successfully made health and fitness an integral part of their life...

What do you consider the biggest benefit of being fit and healthy? Life is to be enjoyed; there is no age limit to start a healthy lifestyle. My partner and I train together, we are classed as mature trainers but our fitness levels are high in cardio and strength. What type of activity/exercise do you enjoy

the most? I enjoy working on my core muscles; running; and using all my muscles (for example flipping a tractor tyre, bench press, heavy weights and challenging myself). Exercise is not just for the gym, we also cycle and bushwalk. How do you stay motivated when it’s so easy to just ‘take it easy’? When I started to get serious about my health I made a promise to myself that by

the time I’m 50 I will feel great and look great. I have a very positive attitude and I enjoy how staying fit makes me feel and that helps me to stay on track.

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How does fitness feature in your life? I am fully employed with the local government but my passion is keeping fit and eating clean and healthy – this is why I have been inspired to study and become a personal trainer. I have never felt better and my aim is to help and encourage others to do the same.

Freestyle – anything else you want to say? One important thing I have learned is to know where the food you buy is coming from; even reading the food labels will tell you if that food will benefit your body. There is a famous saying: ‘pay the farmer not the doctor’!

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I’m loving this cool, sunny weather at the moment. It’s easy to get out and get some activity in. And there are lots of reasons to! A recent ‘Science Daily’ report showed that regular exercise can reduce the risk and symptoms of more than 20 physical and mental health conditions just for starters, and can also slow down how quickly your body ages. A review of research, which summarised the findings of 40 papers published between 2006 and 2010, found that exercise improves conditions including cancer, heart disease, dementia, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, obesity and high blood pressure. Exercise is, without a doubt, one of the most powerful ways to improve your health. After reviewing the 40 papers, researchers found that exercise reduces the risk of at least two dozen health conditions, ranging from cancer and heart disease to type 2 diabetes, stroke, dementia and depression. Exercise also slows down the rate of aging itself, providing perhaps the closest example of a real life fountain of youth as we will ever find. Hopefully if you get out and get the exercise in now, you won’t get any of those conditions in the first place. Don’t be the clown who says ‘why bother, you have to die from something’... normally as they are shoving a hot dog or cigarette in their mouth. Yes they will definitely die, and sooner rather than later. But in the meantime, for those of us that want a good quality of life and enjoy being active and healthy, know that exercise is a huge source of major health benefits. Many are proven but there are a whole lot more we don’t even know about. The best thing I can recommend is for you to do the research yourself, and then go out and do a half hour of some kind of activity you enjoy that’s at a fairly intense level for you. After you have finished sit down while your breath comes back. Then answer one question. Knowing all the good things that are taking place inside your body right then. How do you feel?

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As vets, we commonly see toxicities in dogs and cats. Brunfelsia – commonly known as Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, is perhaps the most dangerous plant for dogs. All parts of the plant are considered toxic, especially the fruit, which drops after flowering. This beautiful plant is very common in suburban areas and has violet, lilac and white flowers. It is proposed that there are three different types of toxins in the Brunfelsia plant that cause the symptoms of intoxication. The toxins can cause seizures, paralysis/weakness and a decrease in blood pressure and heart rate. This plant can affect multiple organs of the body and treatment of the affected animal can be challenging. One of the problems with this plant is that toxicity can take over 12 hours to be revealed and pet owners may not realise that the plant is the problem. This can sometimes make it tricky if the owner has no idea that this dangerous plant is in their backyard. The signs that we see associated with Brunfelsia toxicity generally include depression, vomiting, diarrhoea, muscle tremors and seizures. Some animals will drool a lot and some will also vocalise, making it seem like they are in pain. Brunfelsia toxicity can be difficult to diagnose as the signs can be similar to other toxins such as snail bait or even illicit drugs. Sometimes it becomes clear that Brunfelsia is the culprit if the animal starts to vomit or defecate the seeds or pods of the plant. Unfortunately there is no antidote for Brunfelsia and treatment involves supportive care. One of the most important steps with any toxicity is decontamination. This generally involves a gastric lavage (pumping out the stomach) and regular enemas so that the toxin is flushed out from the body as quickly as possible and to help prevent further progression of intoxication. Affected animals are also placed on a drip to keep them hydrated. Severely affected dogs that present with tremors or seizuring often need to be placed in an ‘induced coma’ until the toxin is eliminated from their body. Some animals even need to be on a ventilator due to paralysis of their respiratory muscles. The best way to avoid this from happening is to know your backyard.

Many people often use the word hope as a wish, “I hope winter won’t be too cold. I hope we’ll have a good holiday. I hope I won’t lose my job. I hope the Panthers can keep winning!” Sadly, none of these are hopes are certainties! Although, how good is it to see the Panthers doing so well in 2014! When the Bible uses the word hope, it is a term of confident certainty. Christian hope is something that is real and secure. Consider for example how the Apostle Peter uses the word hope: “In his great mercy God has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade – kept in heaven for you”. Because Jesus has risen from the dead Christians have a real, living and secure hope for the future. The person who has put their hope in Jesus knows that absolutely nothing will be able to separate them from God’s love. And by putting your hope in Jesus you can know that now you have new life; a fresh start with God! People often hope in all sorts of things, sadly many of these things are simply wishes, dreams, crossing your fingers and toes and wishing for the best. But Jesus’ resurrection changes everything! People who put their trust in the resurrected Jesus, are given the certain hope of life forever with God. But even more than that, when you put your hope in Jesus you can know that God has promised to share heaven with you. Sharing heaven with God! What a great promise this is!

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regular payment without even realising it, had a cheque bounce deliberately or unwittingly, or they’ve defaulted on their car’s monthly instalment), have simply fled the country to avoid doing time in the slammer. Their luxury cars from a once-glitzy Middle East lifestyle, and are dumped at airports, are then impounded, held for a reasonable time to see if their owners will maybe come back, and then auctioned – with car yards currently overflowing with orphaned Mercedes, Aston Martins, Porsches, BMWs, Range Rovers, Corvettes, Audis and the odd Maserati, Lamborghini and, would you believe, Rolls Royce.

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The dilapidated former residence of the Lee family years later after the buyer defaulted. But Bob and Margaret did not move back in, offering it instead to Janet and her-now husband to live in, together with a separate Lee grandson. Cruelly in 1992 Hurricane Andrew bore down ferociously on Cape Romano, ripping away the house’s outer two domes from the rest of the structure, yet doing remarkably little other structural damage: as Bob Lee intended, the hurricanestrength winds simply swept around, up and over the rounded domes. The worst damage was actually done to the beach, much of which was washed away, leaving the space-age house that once stood inland amid sand and palms, surrounded by seawater around its two outer most domes. And when the Lees sold it once more, unfortunately for the new owner, just a few months later another hurricane, Wilma in October 2005 pounded Florida with devastating 190km/h winds.

This time the house was less lucky. Many of its pillars were fractured by the massive seas, the domes subsequently slumped perilously, and wind and rain trashed its interiors. And with much more of the beach gone and the house now forlornly stranded “off-shore” over 100m from where it had originally been built, the Environmental Protection Agency and local county authorities ordered its total removal. But instead of complying the new owner simply walked away, and today the post apocalyptic looking remains of the dome house of Cape Romano are purely a curiosity for visitors. “It would break Daddy’s heart to see it like it is,” daughter Janet (Maples) said recently. “But he always said before he died, that it was worth it for the time he had it. “It was just beautiful at one time.” Our thanks to Janet Maples, Marco Island’s Coastal Breeze News Editor Natalie

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etired American independent oil producer Bob Lee was well ahead of his time when in the early 1980’s he built a family holiday home at remote Cape Romano on Florida’s Marco Island; an almost space age like half dozen interconnecting concrete domes squatting atop sturdy stilts overlooking the beach. Today curious locals and tourists alike still make their way to the Cape for a look at Mr Lee’s handiwork, but rather than coming upon a futuristic marvel, they’re confronted with the sad sight of his igloolike structures now collapsed, graffiticovered and surrounded by sea – the victims of Mother Nature at her ferocious worst. When the ever inventive Mr Lee, a fervent tinkerer, handyman and dreamer, first thought up the idea of a beachside dome house, he built and perfected a prototype where the family lived 1,100km away in Gatlinburg in Tennessee – that prototype still there to this day. Retiring at just 44 on the wealth from his oil ventures, Bob Lee had to barge everything to Cape Romano for his isolated getaway, including even the fresh water to mix the concrete it would be built from. And as it evolved, the most bizarre of rumours spread about it: that weirdo cultists living there had it protected 24 hours a day by machine gun-tottin’ guards, that it was “a ghostly place” that if ventured close to was at your own peril – even that it was the work of aliens from another planet. But in truth the only things bizarre about the dome house were Bob’s extraordinarily forward-thinking, self-sustaining inclusions, in a period of otherwise gross consumer excess. These included an 87,000 litre (23,000 gallon) water reservoir under one of the domes that was fed by rainwater and filtered and used in showers, dishwasher and toilets. There were also vast solar panels set apart from the house to generate enough electricity to power lights, airconditioning, hot water heaters, ceiling fans, refrigerator, even a hot tub and other playthings. And for more wintry weather Bob Lee devised an under-floor heating system – and for the family’s bemusement and convenience, a conveyor to carry logs from a central storeroom, and drop them hands-free straight into the open fireplace in the den. Yet despite spending two years completing his amazing structure, Bob and Margaret Lee and their daughter Janet lived there for just two years, selling out in 1984 – only to repossess the property three

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or the past 12 years, Penrith Lions Club has supported National Tree Day by planting hundreds of trees in the local community and as the day approaches yet again, the local club is looking for community members to give a helping hand. To date, the club has planted over 5,220 trees in and around the South Penrith area and are responsible for many of the trees now growing in Jamison Park. With the help of Penrith City Council they have not only planted the majority of trees in Jamison Park but have also planted pepper trees in the reserve along Maxwell Street.

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Kevin Douglass and Barry Leavett-Brown “All of us are working to decrease the carbon poisoning in the atmosphere with the addition of a number of trees,” said event organiser Barry LeavettBrown from Penrith Lions Club. “This year we have been asked to plant 100 trees alongside the footpath going westward down Batt Street, opposite the housing. Just roll up in the morning with some water, a hat and preferably some digging tools.” The club will be planting trees from 9am and finishing around or just after midday on Sunday, July 27. For information or to register interest, local residents can contact 4731 2851 however, you can just show up.

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3-year-old Merle Matthews’ folk art talent is on display to be seen by thousands over the weekend at the Sydney Craft and Quilt Fair. The Penrith senior’s work is part of a daisy-themed display, ending on Sunday, July 13, compiled of works by the 50 finalists in the Folk and Decorative Artists Association of Australia’s (FDAA) Daisy A Day competition. The Daisy A Day exhibition is in support of Ovarian Cancer Australia, an organisation the FDAA was keen to support as its membership is predominately female. Ms Matthews jumped at the chance to be involved in a competition supporting cancer research, support and awareness. “My daughter has pancreatic cancer, and so I like to support any and every cancer organisation possible,” she said.

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“I just hope by entering my work I am able to contribute my part, as competitions such as this should be less about winning but more about giving.” Ms Matthews’ folk art work is painted on canvas and was inspired by a photograph of a veranda view she had been hoping to paint for some time. She eventually got around to completing the work and the result is stunning. “I have been holding onto this picture with the intention of painting it for what seems like forever, but there never seemed to be an appropriate opportunity until now,” she said. “When I heard the theme for the competition, I immediately knew it was the perfect excuse to recreate the picture that I love so dearly.” Locals can be proud of Ms Matthews and her brilliant work, which thousands of people now have the opportunity to see for themselves. The Sydney Craft and Quilt Fair is showing at the Sydney Exhibition Centre at Glebe Island between Wednesday, July 9 and Sunday, July 13. Admission is $18 for adults and $16 for seniors. Visit www.craftevents.com.au for information.

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A charity golf day raising important funds for the Nepean / Blue Mountains Prostate Cancer Support Group will be held on Friday, August 29 and all locals are welcome to come along and enjoy a day on the golf course, and raise money for an important cause at the same time. Darryl ‘The Big Marn’ Brohman, best known for his work on Channel Nine and Radio 2GB, will be the MC for the day. Mr Brohman himself went through a prostate cancer battle. The event will be held at Dunheved Golf Club on Links Road, St Marys. Contact Barry Dukes on 0408 958 113 or Bernard Bratusa on 0420 581 225.

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PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Monday, July 21 at 6.30pm Nepean Hospital The next meeting of the Nepean / Blue Mountains Prostate Cancer Support Group will be held at 6.30pm on Monday, July 21. This will be an open forum where members can ask questions on matters that are of concern for them. The Group is available to all males and their partners who are seeking information on this cancer. Phone 1300 133 878 for more details.

CRAFT MARKET Sunday, July 13 From 8am Vicary’s Vineyard Handcrafted clothes for kids and adults, toys, second hand goods, gifts, books, arts and crafts and a whole heap more. You can also enjoy a picnic on the grounds of the Sydney region’s oldest continuously running winery. There’s plenty of markets on around Sydney but this is one of the best. Located at Vicary’s Winery on The Northern Road.

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This group is for adults with intellectual disabilities. $7.50 per participant, covers the cost of a drink and a sausage sandwich after the walk. Phone 0406 865 380 for information.

NRL MATCH Monday, July 14 From 7pm Sportingbet Stadium Head along for Monday Night Football at Sportingbet Stadium when the top of the table Penrith Panthers take on the Brisbane Broncos from 7pm.

HARNESS RACING Thursdays from 6pm Penrith Paceway Free entry Head to the Penrith Paceway on Thursday nights for free racing from 6pm. A great night out for the entire family, even during winter!

WAR WIDOWS LUNCHEON 50TH ANNIVERSARY Monday, July 14 from 12pm Penrith RSL Club The Penrith and Lower Blue Mountains War Widows Guild Club will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a luncheon at Penrith RSL Club on Monday, July 14. All war windows are welcome to attend the luncheon, which will begin at 12pm. For all details about the lunch, contact Penrith RSL.

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Credit Cards accepted

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M&L Carpet Laying

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• Truck, Bobcat & Excavator Hire • Auger, Forks & Hammer • Rubbish Removal & Site Cleaning • Landscaping, Turf & Plants • Retaining Walls

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10% off all screws & hardware.

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CONCRETING

Home, Commercial & Office Cleaning

ELECTRICAL

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• Basic Cleans • Small Business • Spring Cleans • Fully Insured/All Work Guaranteed • Regular; Weekly; Fortnightly • Servicing Penrith & Surroundings & Workers Comp

HALO BUDGET CLEANING SERVICES ALL YOUR CONCRETING NEEDS Specializing in - Colour stencil driveways and patios - Garage floors and shed slabs - Bobcat and tipper hire - Quotes available

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 0408 623 063

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Lic No 107645C

Call Lee 4729 1229 M: 0410 066 055

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY CLEANING • Servicing the Penrith Area for over 5 years Kaytee’s Cleaning Service

GARAGE DOORS Qu

NO job too big or too small Fully insured

FREE SAFETY INSPECTION with any electrical Installation

Call Steve 0425 350 721

For your convenience We accept!

Ph: 4733 7914 or 0432 328 418

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ADVERTISING WORKS

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LET US TRANSFORM THE LOOK OF YOUR PRIDE & JOY & BE THE ENVY OF YOUR STREET

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Ezy Glide

Garage doors Pty. Ltd.

92 099 831 955 Specialising in: A.B.N: A.C.N: 099 831 955 - Domestic Garage Doors - Remote Controls - Repairs and Service WW3530 Lawrie Sandona Mobile: 0414 822 723

ADVERTISING WORKS ADVERTISING WORKS

Licence No. 189585C ABN: 49559903646

Sydney’s Best Prices - 7 Days a Week - No Obligation FREE Quotes

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Call Shane 0411 704 302

Specialists in all Aspect of Concrete work • Driveway • House Slabs • Patios • Paths PAINTERS & DECORATORS

PLUMBING

WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEED

LOCAL PLUMBER

GARDENING & MAINTENANCE

Coochie HydroGreen

M&J

• Complete balanced liquid lawn fertiliser • Weed control eg. bindi, clover etc • Beetle, grub and army worm control Call us on how we can help keep your grass green and healthy all year round. Love that Green!

Painting & Decorating

• Fast Clean Service • Big Or Small Jobs

• Decorative Finishes

• Interior And Exterior

• Competitive Prices

• Fully Insured • All Work Done

• Reliable Service

Glenmore Park WW6446

1800 245 955

Lic No. 44995C

A/H - 4733 2525

Penrith Valley Garden Care

LANDSCAPES Specialising in:

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

GUTTERING

9748 3022 www.abcseamless.com.au

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HANDYMAN SERVICES BRICKLAYING, HANDYMAN & GARDEN SERVICES

FREE MEASURE & QUOTE - ALL AREAS Fully installed at factory prices: • 2.4m width up to 2.7 metres high between walls • Smooth sliding safety mirrors • 4 drawers on metal runners with safety stop • Coloured or timber doors available (upgrade valued at $100)

0409 393 243 or 4735 1175 www.frankandolly.com

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WHEN QUALITY COUNTS

ULTIMATE HANDYMAN  Awnings  Decking Licenced: 30817C

JULIO 0405 014 404

PEST CONTROL

640

Enjoy reliable professional service with a smile!

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PLUMBING

24hr Emergency

Blocked Drains from $49

Taps & Toilets Repaired save $39

Conditions apply.

NEPEAN MAINTENANCE PLUMBING

Lic No. 4715C

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Water & Gas Service Repair Blocked Drains Hotwater Heaters Backflow & TMV Testing Full Plumbing Maintenance

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POOLS

• Swimming pool service and maintenance • We service, maintain, repair & renovate • Casual, regular & holiday servicing.

FULL MOBILE SERVICE We are very experienced and use the Latest Technology in water testing. You can visit our state of the art shop for the latest pool equipment & maintenance products.

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FULLY GUARANTEED WORK

Call Karen on 4733 6753

Same Day Service

GIVE YOUR POOL THE CARE IT DESERVES

CRYSTAL CLEAR PEST CONTROL Family Owned Local Business for 18 Years Spiders, Ants, Fleas, Rodents, Cockroaches, Bird Lice, Wasps & Bees, Carpet Beetles. Termite Inspections and Treatments.

$0 SERVICE CALL

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ALL REPAIR GUARANTEED

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 Railings  All Types of Fencing  Dri-Wall Repairs  Domestic & Commercial  Repairs & Maintenance

PH: 0487 388 667

• Paving • Tiling • Cleaning • Painting • Carpentry • Lawn & Garden Services

For friendly reliable service contact us on

ING AMAZ

platinumwardrobes@hotmail.com

30 YEARS EXPERIENCE FULLY INSURED & FREE QUOTES

Free Drain Camera Free Plumbing Inspection Leak Detection, Hot Water, Gas Seniors/Pensioners Discounts

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Reliable Services & Competitive Prices

Licence No. 173676c

 Box Cutter  Metal Roofing  Rainwater Tanks

Ph: 0406 715 116

www.everlastplumbing.com.au

PLATINUM BUILT-IN WARDROBES

ABC SEAMLESS GUTTER DISCOUNTERS All Types of Gutters Installed

LOCAL PLUMBER

4735 5322 Shop 2/133 Russell Street, Emu Plains

PLUMBER, DRAINER, GASFITTER

For your convenience We accept!

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LOCAL PLUMBER

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* Hedge trimming * Gutter cleaning * Bushfire hazard reduction * Removal of all clippings

Call Steve on 4735 3142 or 0416 116 602

Lic No. 221280C

0413 805 574

Structural Landscaping, Excavation, Retaining Walls, Masonry Walls, Timber Work, Machine Hire, Repairs and much more

All garden and lawn services provided including:

Frank & Olly’s

0406 715 116 Lic No 264213c

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0438 834 139

 Continuous Aluminium  Colorbond Zincalume  Leaf Guard Specials

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Shane Cini

Lawn Mowing & Edge Trimming Garden Maintenance & Trimming Weed Spraying & Control Mulching, Pebbles & Landscape Services We also do PRESSURE CLEANING!

$0 Call Out Blocked Drains from $49 Taps, Toilets repaired save $39 Hot Water, Gas + LPG Leak detection, pipe location Free Plumbing Inspection Free Drain Camera with every jet blasting • Pensioner Discounts

Everlast Plumbing

Surrounding Suburbs

* Mowing and edging * Bindi and weed eradication * Lawn fertilisation * Watering system installation * General cleanup * Tree pruning

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• 100% Labour Guarantee • Up Front Pricing

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BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

s LAWN MOWING & h’GARDEN c u KMowing in STMAINTENANCE CLAIR & Contact Rob:

FREE QUOTES

Jason - 0417 221 822 • Mark - 0417 223 288

www.coochie.com.au

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Personally

24HRS 7 DAYS PER WEEK

Lic No 264213c

Your Lawn Care Specialists for all types of lawns

DOMESTIC AND COMMERCIAL

roof plumber, backﬂow & rpz testing

GROW YOUR BUSINESS

24hrs/7 days a week all areas , free quotes pensioner and senior discounts

Call Chris on 0404 478 487 lic. 251075c

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Licence No. 189585C ABN: 49559903646

“Where quality, service & great prices come together”

Call Shane 0411 704 302

With Every New Driveway FREE Excavataion and Removal of Old Driveway WW10732

LET US TRANSFORM THE LOOK OF YOUR PRIDE & JOY & BE THE ENVY OF YOUR STREET REMOVALIST

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FREE UNLIMITED BOXES

Pensioner discount Local, country, interstate and international moves Residential and Commercial moves

1800 830 506

Sydney Storage Facility Living and deceased estates Antiques & fine arts Prepacking & decluttering Family owned and operated since 1981

Please phone our friendly staff today or visit www.doublejremovals.com.au

ROOFING

Martin 0420 975 050

Email: monark@optusnet.com.au

Lic: 29201C

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Roofing, Guttering, Handyman Services

POSITIONS VACANT

ARYS AUTO PARTS ST M & MECHANICAL REPAIRS

Sales Representative

New Car Log Book Servicing • Timing Belts Replaced Brake And Clutch Repairs • LPG Installation Service And Repairs • Rego Check While You Wait Including LPG No Job Too Big Or Too Small • We Also Carry A Wide Range Of Parts For Your Car So Give My Team A Call And See If We Cant Find The Right Parts To Help You With Your Car W

Betta Industries have been established for over 40 years and have showrooms covering the Sydney metro area.

Ph: 9673 Ph 9 2188

We require the services of a professional and experienced sales rep.

101 Forrester Rd, St Marys NSW 2760 Fax: 9673 5411

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The position is commission only, however, during training, a retainer will be paid.

CARS - WANTED

SECURITY SERVICES

PSYCHICS

A1 CASH

All vehicles Free Removal (conditions apply)

1hour pick-up

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$1000

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Ph:1300 255 626 | 0404 714 714

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SKIP BINS

2m, 3m, 4m, 6m, 10m & 13m

Call 1300 785 845 or Book online at binbuddies.com.au

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BIN SIZES AVAILABLE

BOO K YO UR TOD AY!

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They pride themselves on their outstanding work culture and high level of integrity and are looking for someone with the same belief and value system to come on board and join the team.

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You will work in their business services team which includes well established team members. You will focus on SME and Mid sized Private business entities, preparing financial statements and tax returns as well as self managed super funds and a variety of tasks. They have low staff turnover due to their friendly working environment and are looking for an accountant with a personality.

Being a prestigious practice they can offer job security and long term career opportunities for an ambitious individuals wishing to get to that next level.

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If you have the required skills then please forward your resume to kwall@kapowrec.com.au TODAY...Our client is looking for an immediate start. WW10779

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CHARTERED ACCOUNTANT - PENRITH

This role requires someone who is, or near CA or CPA Qualified.

ALL BIKES WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE 9602 8999 0408 441 075

ent

Are you looking for quality training and one on one time with a Senior Manager and Director in order to aid your development? This client prides themselves on their career development and hands on training.

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Our client is an outstanding accounting practice located in the heart of Penrith and due to growth are looking to add an experienced accountant with 3-5 years experience.

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Light Domestic / Green Waste Light Construction Heavy Mix Bricks / Concrete

0415 428 356

more info www.mr-sety.com

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POSITIONS VACANT Supplier of Security Doors Flyscreens & Windows Grilles

African Spiritualist Clairvoyant

DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE TROUBLE WITH MATHS? DID THEY GET A REPORT THAT WAS A LITTLE DISAPPOINTING? Maths Milestones By Brent Hughes

CAN HELP

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0402 766 326

bhughes.tutoring@gmail.com WW10527

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TRAINING COURSES

ADULT SERVICES

MEDICAL RECEPTION COURSE

Aussie Delight Anne 0424 373 054 call ID# Required Monday 7th July - Monday 14th July

Ladies required for boutique establishment Great $$$$ to be made

Ph: 63 628 520 0416 207 887

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Medical Terminology, Reception, Medicare, Computing and more! Saturdays. Exc Job Prospects & Govt Assistance Approved.

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Qualified to satisfy, petite, busty, mature

Westmead Hospital & Liverpool Hospital

1800 011 123

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