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ENTERTAINMENT Gabrielle’s back in Australia p. 4
SPECIAL Paceway’s incredible past p. 12-13
SENIORS Try our puzzles p. 21
Big Brother Page 2: Just who is watching us?
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A case of life imitating art, is 2014 the new 1984? George Orwell’s classic 1984 is now a stage play, and actor David Whitney says audiences will be shocked by how eerily believable the book’s predictions about technology and politics really are.
espite being written more than six decades ago, George Orwell’s classic dystopic novel 1984 is more relevant than ever, with a theatrical production using technology to explore its themes.
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Critically acclaimed theatre company ‘shake & stir’ debuted their hi-tech version of 1984 two years ago in Brisbane, with shows sold out after garnering major praise. After the success of its first run, the production has returned for a national tour, with a limited season at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre from Thursday, April 3 until Saturday, April 5. Considered to be one of the most influential books of all time, 1984 was written by Orwell in 1948 and paints a bleak picture of a dystopian future. Set in the nation of Oceania, which is constantly at war with an outside force, 1984 tells of a society where thought police patrol the streets, cameras watch every move and all citizens are brainwashed into worshipping the dictatorship’s symbolic leader, Big Brother. In this oppressive atmosphere, government writer Winston pursues his own personal rebellion against the state when he begins a forbidden affair with his mysterious co-worker Julia, but must pay the price when the duo are discovered. While shake & stir’s stage adaptation does not stray significantly from Orwell’s much-acclaimed book, it incorporates digital technology into the production to emphasise themes and create an ominous atmosphere. “It’s a very faithful adaptation of the book in terms of story and in terms of the feel of the world that’s created, but the great thing that shake & stir have done with it is to use technology from 2014 to help tell the story,” said cast member David Whitney. “We’ve got a big wall of plasma television screens, which allow us to get inside the main character’s head as well as to create the world of surveillance that is very much part of Big Brother and 1984,” he said. Although CCTV is an accepted reality of our lives, 1984 takes the concept further and imagines a world with government surveillance in private homes, provoking thought in audiences about the dangers of a digital future. “The technology is kind of really familiar to young audiences but the use of it and application of it that Orwell foreshadowed in 1948, I think it’s quite a shock for them [audiences] to realise that’s where it could be heading,” Whitney said.
There’s so many things within the book that still happen today, in fact happen more insidiously today...
Beyond the flashy technology, 1984 also has a strong political message at its core, warning about dictatorial governments and the power of politicians to control information. Although the play doesn’t force any particular political view on audiences, there are many parallels between the ruling party in 1984 and the tactics of modern governments on both sides of the spectrum. “It’s not preaching a message, except I suppose it’s a cautionary tale, and it’s up to different audiences to hear the resonances that are there today, still in the original story. When I came off the [stage the] other night, someone in the audience said ‘oh you’re just like this particular current federal politician’, not only in the way I look but in the way I behave and use language,” Whitney said. Whitney plays the character of O’Brien, an elite government official who investigates Winston and Julia and handles the punishment and re-education of the couple when they are caught breaking the law. Despite playing such an antagonistic character, Whitney was able to get into the mindset of O’Brien and said he enjoyed the role. “You have to empathise with any character you’re playing, you have to understand what makes them tick and try to understand how they operate and why
they operate. He has a very strong set of beliefs… I certainly believe he believes the things he says, he completely believes he’s in the right, there’s no doubt in his mind whatsoever,” he said. This is Whitney’s first production with shake & stir theatre company, and he was drawn to joining the cast of ‘1984’ after watching a recording of a performance from the highly praised 2012 run of the production. “There’s so many things within the book that still happen today, in fact probably happen more insidiously today with governments of various persuasions. It’s a story I think is really important to continue to tell, and because I had the opportunity of seeing this production before I was in it, I was really happy to be part of such a quality show,” he said. With overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics and a strong reaction from play-goers, Whitney said that the production will entertain audiences and provoke thought. “I think audiences almost feel like they’ve been on an hour and a half rollercoaster, but certainly the feedback we’re getting, they’re quite shocked at the end.” ‘1984’ will show at the Q Theatre at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre from Friday, April 4 until Saturday, April 5. Tickets are $30-$39. For bookings or more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www. jspac.com.au.
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udiences at Rooty Hill RSL will feel like they’ve been transported to the green hills of Ireland when the authentic Irish dancing show ‘Celtic Illusion’ takes to the stage.
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‘Celtic Illusion’ is coming to Rooty Hill on April 12 and is the brainchild of Anthony Street, an acclaimed dancer and magician who also stars in the show. Street dances with a cast of Australian performers who skillfully capture the up tempo, spirited look of Irish dancing.
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The show is set to authentic Celtic music composed by Angela Little, who worked on Baz Lurhmann’s ‘Australia’. A troupe of dancers will perform in sync with Little’s composition, creating thunderous rhythms that will have the crowd tapping along with their feet. “It was important that I chose the right composer for this show. I believe it’s the music that takes the choreography to a more complete artistic level. Having Angela compose the music was the best move I made in making this show,” Street said. ‘Celtic Illusion’ will be held at Rooty Hill RSL on Saturday, April 12 at 8pm. Tickets are $35. Call 9625 5500.
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English Rain alented singer-songwriter Gabrielle Aplin will be returning to Australia for two intimate, acoustic performances. The English musician recently announced she would be visiting in May and June, with a show at Sydney’s Oxford Art Factory on Sunday, June 1. It follows on from Aplin’s first Australian show last year, when she supported Ed Sheeran’s concert with fellow British musician Passenger on a sold-out tour. Aplin has been writing and recording songs since she was 15-years-old, and initially gained a fan base through posting videos of her original compositions and covers on YouTube, getting millions of views. Her first album ‘English Rain’ is reminiscent of musicians such as Leonard Cohen and Joni Mitchell, and debuted at number 22 on the ARIA Albums chart. Gabrielle Aplin will perform at the Oxford Art Factory on Sunday, June 1. Entry is 18+. Call 1300 438 849.
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KIDS IN THE PARK SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK A range of cooking and foodbased classes are being held for budding chefs aged between two and five-years-old, providing a fun way to learn culinary skills. For a more educational experience, there will be five Fizzics Education science workshops with topics spanning over Lego Robotics, Fantastic Flight, Gross and Gory Science, Exploring Science and a Liquid Nitrogen Show. The new Lodge ‘Wild West’
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Holiday Camp, open to kids aged five to 12-years-old, will involve opportunities to explore the great outdoors and nature. Other activities include bird watching, art exhibitions, writing workshops, trapeze classes, martial arts and more. ‘Kids in the Park’ will be held at Sydney Olympic Park from Saturday, April 12 until Sunday, April 27. For a full list of activities and prices, call 9714 7888 or visit www.kidsinthepark.com.au.
It’s no deal for game show It seems the axe has finally been swung on ‘Deal or No Deal’. Host Andrew O’Keefe has confirmed Channel Seven has no intentions of filming any new episodes in the near future. In case you didn’t know, Seven has been showing repeats of ‘Deal’ at 5pm for some time. I think Seven should either buy the ‘Family Feud’ format or air episodes from the US instead.
Talk show host Jimmy Fallon has been seen on Foxtel for some time and now he’s finally made his way to free-to-air television via ABC2. ‘The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon’ is now airing weeknights on ABC2 at 7.30pm. Comedy Channel will still premiere the episodes first with the ABC screening them two days after their US showing. The show has been rating highly.
Two popular shows are heading back to Foxtel over the next couple of months. Aussie prison drama ‘Wentworth’ will return for a second season from May 20 on SoHo, while ‘Veep’ will have its season three premiere on Monday, April 7 at 5.30pm on Showcase.
Remember the show ‘SlideShow’? No, not many people do, however the US are about to get their own version with Rove McManus as host. Rove will host the US version titled ‘Riot’, which pits two teams improvising on a floor titled at a 22.5 degree angle.
Good news for fans of a few NBC shows that air here in Australia as they’ve all been renewed for further seasons. Fire drama ‘Chicago Fire’ will return for a third season. Fantasy drama ‘Grimm’ has been awarded a fourth season while comedy ‘Parks and Recreation’ picks up a seventh season.
Terrible news for American sports fans after free-to-air broadcaster ONE HD announced they were dumping Major League Baseball (MLB) and National Football League (NFL) from their schedules in 2014. Now, you won’t be able to watch them unless you have Foxtel or a digital streaming service.
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Gig Guide 28.03.2014-06.04.2014 Friday, March 28 Baby Animals Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $40, 8pm 9625 5500 Divas of Motown & Soul Venue: Penrith Panthers Free members/$25 visitors, 8pm 4720 5555 Live DJ Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 7pm 4721 5666 Live DJ Venue: O’Donoghues Emu Plains Free entry, 8.30pm 4735 5509 Cover Me Crazy Venue: Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 8.30pm 9625 5500 The Lazys Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4732 6373 Cover Agents Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Big Night Out Venue: St Marys Rugby League Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 The Remixes Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Sons of Mercury Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Saturday, March 29 The Eagles Show Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $25, 8pm 9625 5500 Rock n Roll Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1211 Trivia Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 3pm 9623 1211 Party Revival Venue: Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 8.30pm 9625 5500 Live DJ Venue: O’Donoghues Emu Plains
Free entry, 8.30pm 4735 5509 Drain Babys Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4732 6373 John Mackie Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Peachy Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 The Seltic Sirens Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $7.50 members/$10.50 visitors, 8pm 9830 0600 Franky Valentyn Venue: Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Urban Stone Venue: St Marys Rugby League Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 INXS and Cold Chisel Show Venue: St Marys Band Club $8 members/$12 visitors, 8pm 9623 1211 Steppin Out Duo Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Sunday, March 30 Sunday Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 The Foggy Mountain Jam Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $50 adults/$30 children under 17, 4.30pm 9625 5500 Rockin’ Mustangs Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Friday, April 4 Diesel Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $40, 8pm 9830 0600 Live DJ Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 7pm 4721 5666 Dream on Dreamer
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BEST OF BURLINSON BLACKTOWN WORKERS CLUB SATURDAY, APRIL 5 Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4732 6373 Live DJ Venue: O’Donoghues Emu Plains Free entry, 8.30pm 4735 5509 The Frocks Venue: St Marys Rugby League Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 3 Rams Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Live Entertainment Venue: Wallacia Panthers Free entry, 7.30pm 4773 8417 F.R.A Venue: Fitzroy Hotel
Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 From Here On In Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Flashback Fridays Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 1984 Venue: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre $20-$39, 11am and 8pm 4723 7600 Saturday, April 5 Best of Burlinson Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $30 members/$35 visitors, 8pm 9830 0600
Think Pink! The Ultimate Tribute Show Venue: Penrith Panthers $20, 8pm 4720 5555 Rock n Roll Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1211 Too Many Guitars Venue: St Marys Rugby League Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Trivia Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 3pm 9623 1211 Gladiators Fight Night Venue: St Marys Band Club $71.40, 6pm 9623 1211 Live DJ Venue: O’Donoghues Emu Plains Free entry, 8.30pm 4735 5509 The Zips Showband Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Empty Fish Tank Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4732 6373 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 Saturday Jazz Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 1984 Venue: Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre $20-$34, 2pm and 8pm 4723 7600 Nepean Art Society Autumn Exhibition Venue: Former Council Chambers Free entry, 9am 9833 1772 Sunday, April 6 Sunday Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 The Shuffle Boys Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 A great way to end the weekend!
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Starring: Johnny Knoxville & Jackson Nicoll Anyone familiar with Johnny Knoxville will know what to expect with ‘Bad Grandpa’, a hidden camera movie that delivers plenty of politically incorrect, crude humour. The movie begins with 86-year-old widower Irving, who gets given temporary custody of his eight-year-old grandson Billy when his daughter has to go to jail. When Billy’s deadbeat dad finds out, he demands that his son be returned to him and so Irving embarks on a wild road trip with his grandson getting some inappropriate life experience on the way. From visiting strip clubs to engaging in petty crime, the makers of ‘Bad Grandpa’ have put the intergenerational duo in every situation they can think of that will shock and amuse the audience. Although it’s definitely not subtle or intellectual humour, ‘Bad Grandpa’ is still a funny movie and the ending is surprisingly touching and mature for a Knoxville creation.
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Another animated film has hit the screens, with the sweet and funny ‘Mr Peabody & Sherman’ sure to amuse kids. The titular character, Mr Peabody, is a super intelligent dog who can talk and spends his life researching science and technology. He stumbles upon a neglected baby one day and adopts him, giving him the name Sherman. While being under the guardianship of a dog would be an unusual enough childhood, Sherman also has the added excitement of using Mr Peabody’s time machine to explore history and get an education. His trips throughout the different eras give him a huge, first-hand knowledge of history, which he uses to correct classmate Penny on his first day of school. Penny begins bullying and taunting Sherman, and he reacts by biting her, drawing himself to the attention of the school principal and a child protection agent who tries to reclaim Sherman from his canine owner. With the authorities hot on their heels, Mr Peabody and Sherman have to band together and fight for their right to be a family.
Johnny Cash is one of the most beloved classic country musicians, and 11 years after his death a new posthumous album has been released. The 12 tracks on ‘Out Among The Stars’ were recorded in 1981 and 1984 but due to a lack of support from Cash’s record company, were never commercially released. They remained undiscovered for many years until Cash’s son was cataloguing his parents’ archives two years ago and stumbled upon the unheard tracks. The album’s release has been keenly anticipated by the country music industry, with fans eager to get their hands on some new Johnny Cash material. The first single from the album, a cover of the love song ‘She Used to Love Me A Lot’, was released earlier this month, along with a remix by Elvis Costello. There’s also a duet with June Carter Cash (‘Baby Ride Easy’) and country legend Waylon Jennings on ‘I’m Movin’ On’. Recorded in two studios in Nashville and produced by Billy Sherrill, famed for his ‘countrypolitan’ style, the music on ‘Out Among The Stars’ reveals an important chapter in Cash’s music career and is definitely worth listening to, even if only to satisfy curiosity about the lost songs of a country legend.
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Metallia tasks the player with doing her bidding, giving the Hundred Knight a variety of quests and jobs to do in pursuit of her goal of spreading her swamp across Madea and finally achieving full power. With the supernatural setting and themes, the Hundred Knight also has different magical powers available to use. As the game progresses, a thicker plot starts to unweave about the long-standing witch wars.
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tone Grill Penrith offers the chance to have a unique, fun experience as diners cook their meal to their own personal taste. The restaurant, which is on Henry Street in Penrith, prides itself on its high quality food and innovative dining concept. Meals are presented to customers’ tables by friendly wait staff, with meat cooking on a heat-retaining volcanic stone so it can be freshly grilled to whichever taste and style suits. This method, along with the high temperature used, ensures that all the natural juices and nutrients are seared in while also bringing out the true flavours and tenderness of the dish. Produced without oil and trimmed of fat, Stone Grill is a healthy way of cooking meat and also keeps the meal hot for diners to enjoy at their leisure. While the mains are undeniably the star of Stone Grill Penrith’s menu, the restaurant also has a range of entrees including garlic bread, bruschetta, oysters, garlic prawns and more. For the main course, Stone Grill has a variety of steaks and beef dishes, seafood and fish options. Each main is served with potato on the side and a choice of either salad or vegetables. Stone Grill also has specialty meals including a kangaroo striploin fillet dish, lamb and chicken options and even a
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Stone Grill’s unique menu Looking for a winter warmer? Stone Grill has plenty of seasonal dishes like pork belly and lamb shanks to rid you of those winter chills vegetarian choice consisting of freshly cut mushrooms, eggplant, tomato, zucchini and capsicum. An a la carte menu is available for diners who want a more tradi-
tional experience, with dishes including pastas, crepes and risotto. Heading into winter, Stone Grill Penrith will also begin offering seasonal dishes
like pork belly and lamb shanks to warm up hungry customers. Stone Grill is located at 80 Henry Street, Penrith. See Stonegrillpenrithrestaurant.com.au.
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A shiraz that’s worth the $200 tag DAVID ELLIS
t’s not every day I’ve the chance to enjoy a $200 wine, but just such an opportunity came my way a couple of weeks back when I shared a bottle of 2012 Best’s Thomson Family Shiraz from Best’s Wines at Great Western, in the Grampians north-west of Melbourne. And what a WOW factor it turned out to have. Made from fruit hand-harvested off just 15 rows of some of the oldest, most-gnarled Shiraz vines in Australia (planted by Henry Best in 1867), it has an almost explosive bouquet of dark fruits, bitter chocolate, dried flowers and intense white pepper. Savour these with a swirl of the glass, and then be wonderfully seduced on the palate with mouthfilling, yet quite mellow, fragrant dark fruit flavours and delightful tannins… just perfect with roast suckling pig on a spit, fresh garden vegies and a rich gravy. It’s a very special wine for a very special occasion, the more so with five to 20 years cellaring. One to note: If you have carpaccio of Tasmanian salmon on the menu as a starter for that next dinner party, a great drop to offer it with is a Bay of Fires Tasmanian Cuvee Rosé, particularly as it’s from the salmon’s home state and priced at $29.99. Made from highest-quality fruit sourced from across Tasmania’s four major viticultural regions, this is a great cool climate bubbly with loads of red berry fruit flavours, earthy mushrooms and crisp acidity; the creamy mouth-feel making it ideal with that carpaccio of Tasmanian salmon.
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CBD goes vintage for festival fun SATURDAY, MARCH 22 IN PENRITH CBD ig crowds turned out on a beautiful day last Saturday for the annual Penrith Festival held along High Street. With bright sun shining, thousands had fun checking out the various stalls and events at the Festival, organised by the Penrith CBD Corporation. The kids loved the free entertainment including the Lorax Spectacular, Smurfs 2 show and the animal petting zoo. The festival was highlighted by a fantastic parade at 12.30pm, great vintage fashions and amazing stalls and displays from local businesses. After all the fun, many locals then headed across to the Penrith Panthers match to watch a great victory. The festival has been hailed by many as the best ever.
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f you didn’t know it, March has been ‘Dummies Month’, celebrating the popular series of books that give advice on topics from cooking and fitness to personal finance and technology. For every ‘Dummies’ book sold this month, publisher Wiley Australia is donating 50 cents to Beyond Blue, a charity that targets awareness about depression. Here’s an excerpt from ‘Stress Management for Dummies, 2nd Edition’, by Allen Elkin, which has been very popular: The following qualities are the most important skills and behaviours for reducing stress and creating stress resilience. How many of these describe you? If you can’t check off all (or any!) of the items, don’t worry – you can change old habits and learn new ones. Managing your stress is not a magical process. It’s about mastering new behaviours and finding new ways of looking at yourself and your world. Know how to relax You need to know how to let go of tension, relax your body, and quiet your mind. There is no one right way to relax. For some people, meditation, focused breathing, and imagery may be the favoured path. Others may prefer a more active approach, with techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation. Attaining a state of greater relaxation need not be limited to formal approaches. Any activity that distracts you from the
stressors of your world can be relaxing. It can take the form of a hot bath, a stroll in the park, a cup of coffee (decaffeinated), or a good book or favourite TV program. All can provide a relaxing escape from stress. Sleep well for less stress Getting enough sleep is a key element in managing your stress. Too little sleep can leave you tired and drained of energy. Your body and mind aren’t prepared to tackle stress. Most people do well on seven or eight hours per night, but individual needs vary. You can usually tell if you’re getting enough sleep if you wake up rested and can get through the day without feeling tired. If you’re unsure about how much sleep you need, experiment on the weekend or on vacation, gradually lengthening your sleep time and seeing how much better you feel. By the way, getting too much sleep (more than eight hours) may not be so good for you, either. Be organised for less stress It’s important to feel a sense of control over your environment. A cluttered and disorganised life leads to a stressed life. Getting organised means developing effective organisational strategies and tools. For many, clutter is the prime culprit. For others, the lack of an organisational strategy becomes the roadblock. West Life has two copies of ‘Stress Management for Dummies, 2nd Edition’ to give away. For your chance to win, email the code word ‘STRESS’ to competitions@ westernweekender.com.au with your name and contact details. Entries close Wednesday, March 27. Authorised under NSW Permit Number LTPM/14/00047. T&Cs at www.westernweekender.com.au.
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Harness racing has been a part of the Penrith community since the 1920’s
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A Penrith icon celebrates 50 years of memories The Penrith Paceway had plenty of charm in the 1960’s when it was first opened and still attracts plenty of punters today who enjoy the thrills of Thursday night racing NATHAN TAYLOR @natetaylor87
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f you think traffic is a problem in Penrith these days, spare a thought for people half a century ago when cars were backed up from the Penrith CBD all the way to St Marys as the region flocked to catch the newest and biggest show in town. The day was Thursday, April 16, 1964 and it will be long remembered as the day a Penrith icon was born. An icon that didn’t just bring the community together back then, but is still doing so some 50 years on. Next month the Penrith Paceway together with the local harness racing community will celebrate its biggest milestone yet – 50 years of harness racing in Penrith. Although there had been a racing track at the current Penrith Paceway site since the early 1920’s, harness racing didn’t offi-
cially begin until that day in April when the first registered meeting was held. According to Penrith Paceway CEO of 16 years, Lorraine Pozza, Show Society President Dr Maurice Renshaw worked tirelessly for a long time to secure a trotting licence for Penrith. “A special act of parliament was enacted to place Penrith outside the 30 mile (48km) limit that was in force at the time and had prevented a licence being granted to the city,” she said. “By the legislation, Penrith would be declared a country area for trotting purposes. Dr Renshaw indicated that meetings would probably not be held during the winter months but would start early in the spring racing season. “Dr Renshaw had been closely pursuing the allocation of a licence throughout the past year and the major breakthrough came when chief secretary Mr C. Kelly inspected the Penrith Showground area.” When the licence was finally given the green light in 1964, Penrith spectators streamed towards the showground from
all directions from mid-afternoon to obtain a vantage point for the opening race at 7.30pm. The bookmakers ring had over 40 bookies with a waiting list of another 20 and crowds were in excess of 7,000 people, which tested the capacity of the ground at the time. The opening night didn’t run without its fair share of teething problems though with leading horses in the first two races visibly affected by the glare the photofinish flood lamps produced. But despite all the challenges of opening night, people continued to return to the Paceway in their droves for decades as it was the only place to witness top level harness racing in their own backyard, and still is. In 1984, a major addition that was the main grandstand was installed but it wasn’t until 1999 when the Penrith Paceway would undergo its biggest transformation thus far courtesy of a huge range of improvements brought about by current president, Max Laughton.
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Along with his fellow directors, Mr Laughton decided to make the bold but necessary move to extend the track from 764 metres to half a mile (804 metres). He also decided to introduce a registered club for punters and families to enjoy whilst spending a night at the races. “1999 was a memorable time in our club’s history but we did have one particular teething problem back then,” Ms Pozza explained. “When we first opened the club in 1999, we had a major blackout and we had to use candles… it was ‘Club by Candlelight’. It was quite unexpected and forced us to build a little substation on Ransley Street to prevent it from happening again. “Because we had everything running at the one time, including the track lights and the kitchen, the power was overloaded. It was a quirky moment in our history but our patrons thought it was a fantastic little novelty.” With the Penrith Paceway entering its 50th year, what’s next on the cards for Penrith’s proudest icon? In January next year, the track is set to undergo another extreme makeover with the radius on the home turn to be expanded from 77 metres to 82 metres, for safety reasons. A new stable complex will also be built and the brick fences surrounding the site will be torn down to give it a much more inviting curb appeal. “These future changes will renew and modernise the complex,” Ms Pozza said. “We are very proud to be in the middle of town, we are very proud to be on Station Street and we are really looking forward to staying here for another 50 years.” To coincide with their 50th anniversary,
Left photo: JD Watts and John Taylor from April 16, 1964. Right photo: Max Laughton, John Beeby and Fred Matthews the Penrith Paceway will be putting on a special event this Thursday, April 3 which promises to celebrate the proud history of the club with a night of entertaining racing and formalities. “There will be plenty of racing legends in attendance on the night including the family of the late Merve Adams, who was our first ever race winner back on April 16, 1964. Merve was our ringmaster here for
many years and is steeped in history here at Penrith Showground,” Ms Pozza said. “The main race will be sponsored by local identity, Ross Sinclair, who started supporting the Paceway some 45 years ago. We are honoured to have Ross on board for this very special occasion.” April is set to be a big month for Penrith Paceway who will also celebrate a number of milestone harness racing events includ-
ing the 20th anniversary of the Chippys/ PFD Cup on Thursday, April 10 as well as the 45th anniversary of the $50,000 Schweppes Renshaw Cup on Thursday, April 17. “April is a month for all to look forward to. Top horses, top entertainment and top facilities all happening at the excitement track of Penrith Paceway,” Ms Pozza added.
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fill their stores so that our dedicated op-shoppers have something to purchase. “This is a really exciting opportunity for us to partner with Myer and make it even easier for Australians to donate to a very worthy cause and help out those less fortunate in their local community,” said the Salvos Stores’ Neville Barrett. “Fashion Rescue is a great way for residents to donate and recycle their pre-loved clothing, perhaps for the first time, and receive a little thank you for their efforts in supporting a charitable cause and the environment.” And the cool thing is, we get to benefit too. Out with the old clothes and a head-start in purchasing the new! When thinking about which clothes to donate and which to throw away, it is important to remember that anything with holes, stains or other imperfections won’t be able to be re-sold by the Salvos, they need to be in a decent condition. Keep anything you will re-wear this season or next season and say goodbye to the clothes that haven’t seen the light of day in over a year. Good luck!
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By cleaning out my wardrobe before the beginning of autumn, I thought I was being super clever and proactive but instead, I may have missed out on being part of one of the most ingenious initiatives yet. Myer – which happens to be my ‘go to’ department store – has teamed up with Salvos Stores to encourage people to donate their pre-loved clothing to charity through an initiative called Fashion Rescue. When I say team up, I mean they are offering anyone who donates their pre-loved clothing to a Salvos op shop a $10 Myer voucher. What a brilliant idea! There is a catch though, the $10 voucher can only be used when you’re spending over $50 in Myer – don’t stress, you’d be lucky to find something there for less anyway! For anyone who loves shopping, who has an excessive amount of clothes they don’t want or need and hasn’t already done their seasonal clean out, could there be a more perfect partnership? All you have to do is pop into a Salvos store with an armful of clothes and bam! Say hello to a Myer shopping spree... well, a small, $10 to be exact, excuse to have one. “Following a successful trial in Victoria last year, we’re excited to take Fashion Rescue national and encourage the recycling and reuse of clothing as well as supporting local Australian communities through the Salvos Stores,” said Myer Executive General Manager of Merchandise, Adam Stapleton. We’re excited too, Adam! All the clothes donated through the initiative – I can only imagine the truckloads the Salvos will be sifting through – will be sold in Salvos stores to raise funds for the Salvation Army’s support of disadvantaged families. I did have a small concern about the initiative though... surely Myer could have just donated the worth of the vouchers straight to the Salvos rather than bother with the whole initiative but then again, it is a partnership right? I suppose everyone has to benefit. The Salvos are certainly thrilled about the initiative, keen to
Diamond cutters have their work cut out for them! The cut of a diamond is often thought to be the most important of the ‘4C’s’. Cut doesn’t refer to the shape of a diamond (round, cushion, oval) it refers to the proportions, polish and symmetry of the stone. A well cut diamond will always out perform a poorly cut diamond, regardless of the colour, clarity and size. Think of the cut of your diamond as the ‘sparkle factor’. You may have the biggest diamond of the highest colour and clarity (lucky you!) but if it is poorly cut, too deep, too shallow, or asymmetrical, it will not sparkle. Diamond cutters must consider several factors such as the shape and size of the stone when choosing an appropriate cut. It is undeniable that diamond cutters certainly
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You’re keen to break free from your usual routine as you yearn for unusual and exciting experiences and – if you can’t find them elsewhere – then you’ll create them in your local environment. Use your abundant Aquarian energy to juggle projects as you multitask and get things done in record time.
PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20
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Star predictions for the week beginning March 30
TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21
VIRGO AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23
It’s not a suitable week to enter into delicate financial negotiations as retrograde Mars stalls momentum, and your thinking is not as logical as usual. Be patient as you let ideas germinate. Saturday is super for talking, texting and social media. As Venus shifts into your partnership zone on Sunday, calm cooperation will get you further.
LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23
With the New Moon and Uranus revving up your relationship zone, loved ones will continue to surprise you. Romantic sparks are set to fly but the course of true love won’t run smoothly so be prepared for a wild card. On the weekend you’re in the mood to help others but don’t feel you have to fix their problems. Providing a steady shoulder to cry on is what’s needed at the moment.
SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22
Have you been bustling around like a Bull on steroids? Monday’s New Moon encourages you to make room for rest and recuperation. So activities like contemplation, meditation, journal writing, yoga and spiritual study are favoured. Wednesday and Thursday are perfect for practical pursuits like cooking, crafting, gardening and DIY projects.
The New Moon encourages you to improve your diet, plus find fun ways to boost your fitness levels. And resist the temptation to get stuck in a Scorpio rut … shake up your daily routine! The Sun/Pluto square amps up your stubborn side, as you get stirred up over things that you can’t control. But, manipulation will result in woe.
GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21
SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21
Are you surrounded by positive people who dream big dreams? Monday’s New Moon energises your networking zone so it’s a terrific time to pal up with some new friends, make work contacts or reconnect with overseas mates. As Anthony Robbins says, “People’s lives are a direct reflection of the expectations of their peer group.”
Avoid jumping from the frying pan into the fire! People respond to your rambunctious and spontaneous Sagittarian nature, but too much impulsive behaviour this week could leave you full of regrets later on. With Venus moving into your home zone find fun ways you can bring more beauty, creativity and compassion into your home life.
CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22
CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20
As Jupiter charges through your sign, your motto for the week is from actress Bette Davis. “The key to life is accepting challenges.” The New Moon shines the spotlight on career plans and projects, so show the world what you are capable of. Work is unpredictable and there’s never been a better time to be professionally proactive.
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This week there’s a tendency to blow a family problem way out of proportion. Cool down Capricorn and try to see the current situation from a broader and calmer perspective. Thursday’s Mercury/Saturn trine is super for fine-tuning travel arrangements, powering through paperwork, plus tackling mental tasks.
Pay off your home loan sooner Taking out a home loan is a major financial commitment, and represents years of careful planning and money management in the hope of one day reaching the dream of paying it off. How long it takes you to work off that debt all depends on the effort you’re willing to make. If you adopt some smart strategies, you can easily cut years off your mortgage and get it off your back much faster! So here are some quick tips on how to pay off your home loan quicker. Make the most of your finances Many people don’t realise that if you make the most of all your sources of funding, such as your savings account and wages, you can go some way toward paying off your home loan more quickly. One of the easiest ways you can combine your funds to streamline your mortgage repayments is by taking out an offset account. These accounts link your home loan to your normal savings account so that any money that would otherwise be sitting idly in your savings will actually be working to reduce the interest you pay on your loan. You can also arrange for your income to be deposited straight into your offset account to reduce your interest even further. Pay more often Instead of paying monthly, you can try switching to fortnightly repayments. The logic behind this is based on some simple mathematics – as there are 26 fortnights in a year as opposed to 12 months, you’ll essentially be paying 13 months’ worth of repayments every year. An extra month may not sound like much of a difference, but you’re likely to shave significant time off your loan as the years go by. Consolidate your debts If you have a range of loans in addition to your mortgage, for example for your car or credit cards, a sensible tactic is to consolidate all your debts under your home loan. This is because the interest rate for your home loan is likely to be much lower than for these other loans, so it makes sense to pay off all your loans at the lowest possible rate. Doing so will also help keep you protected if interest rates start to rise, as you’ll be paying off your debts at the rate of your home loan.
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The New Moon’s in your sign so it’s the best week of the year to initiate pet projects and turn pipe dreams into positive action. But, with mighty Mars in retro mode (until May 20) avoid procrastinating… plus starting arguments for your own personal amusement. On Wednesday you’re at your wild and witty best but Thursday’s Sun/Pluto square powers up your bossy, belligerent side.
Get set for a big week Lions as you overdo just about everything. Under the influence of Jupiter, Uranus and Pluto you’ll be generous and garrulous; enthusiastic and exhausting; restless and reckless; passionate and pushy. Be warned that if you are too big-headed and self-righteous, others will bring you back down to earth with a thud.
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Security issues are centre stage as you search for ways to improve your financial situation. Be patient Pisces and focus on long-term solutions – quick fixes just won’t work. Don’t believe everything you hear on Friday, as some information will be hard to verify. So don’t make important decisions unless you are 100 confident!
ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20
JOANNE MADELINE MOORE
LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23
AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19
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FITEC FITNESS CHAMPION
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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...
CALUM POPE Weights can be more effective than cardio not produce as much testosterone (one of the main hormones responsible for muscle building) and as a result are less able to increase muscle mass. For females, lifting weights can be more effective than cardio exercise for losing weight and toning up when performed correctly. So ladies, if you really want to take your results to the next level, get in there and lift some weights!
How does fitness feature in your life? I am a Personal Trainer at Anytime Fitness in Emu Plains. My journey into the fitness industry began in 2009 when I enrolled in a Bachelor of Health Sciences, majoring in Human Movement at the University of Sydney and graduated from that in 2011. Following that I completed a Masters of Exercise Physiology at the University of Sydney taking a further two years. At the same time that I was completing my Masters degree I was also completing my Certificate III and IV in Fitness. I am also Head Strength and Conditioning Coordinator at Nepean Rowing Club. Top three tips for good health 1. You are what you eat. Your food choices will reflect in the way that you look and feel. The better quality food that you eat the better you will look and feel. Try to eat as little processed food as possible. 2. You don’t need to exercise for hours and hours. Interval training is a great way to lose fat and get fitter in a fraction of the time. 3. Don’t forget to recharge your batteries. Good quality sleep of seven to nine hours a night is very important for adults. Studies have indicated that sleep plays a role in metabolism, immune function, learning and memory. A daily ‘must do’ Try to be active every day. You don’t even
What do you consider the biggest benefit of being fit and healthy? I feel that the biggest benefit of being fit and healthy is knowing that you will be able to live a long and satisfying life while being able to enjoy it to its fullest at any age.
have to go out specifically for exercise. Activities like gardening, household chores and playing with your children are all valid ways to increase your amount of daily activity. Maybe even buy a pedometer and set daily step goals for yourself.
How do you stay motivated when it’s so easy to just ‘take it easy’? I stay motivated with my training in two main ways. Firstly, I am always setting goals for myself. I make sure that I have both long term and short term goals. I always make sure that I am tracking my progress so that I know what to do or change in order to meet the goals I have set for myself. The other way I stay motivated is to constantly change up what I am doing when I train. This ensures that I don’t get bored with what I am doing.
Biggest fitness misconception? The most common fitness misconception that I come across is women telling me that they don’t do weights exercise because they think that they will get “bulky”. Women do
I am located at Anytime Fitness in Emu Plains. I can cater for all fitness levels ranging from clients wishing to lose weight up to elite level athletes. For more information contact me on 4735 5093 or 0420 603 339.
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Some health foods are killing us. Most people are familiar with macro nutrients; these are the broad groups called protein, fats and carbohydrates. None of these groups are bad. You need all of them to live. I read a study the other day that said much of people’s knowledge on fitness topics comes from media and advertising. Things like infomercials are guiding our decisions on eating and exercise! We are consuming more ‘low fat’ products than ever. So why are we still getting fatter? Low cholesterol is another line, some people now think this is a deadly poison. Cholesterol is essential in our bodies and helps repair our cells. Just think for a minute; you have a business trying to sell a new food in a supermarket. The shelves are bulging with them already so how do you get anybody to look at your product? One angle is make it sound healthier than the competition. It’s almost funny to see the ads for a processed, sugar filled, nutrient devoid bar saying they’re so much healthier than that other processed, sugar filled bar because it has ‘real strawberry’ powdered concentrate. Much better to consume healthy, proper, unprocessed food. This will get you the macro nutrients and just as importantly, the micro nutrients. These are all the vitamins and minerals that actually provide nutrition to your body. Without them the millions of processes your body constantly needs to perform can’t happen. Imagine planting two similar trees; one in a pot full of sand that gets a drip of water now and then. It’s alive but only just. The other is planted in dark, composted, nutrient-rich, well drained soil and given fresh water every day. How do you think they would compare in a year’s time? Which one do you feel more like most often? And just taking a vitamin tablet isn’t enough. Take an apple, it has thousands of compounds, from quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that reduces cardiovascular risk, to flavonoids and phytochemicals that fight cancer. We’re not even sure what half these things do yet. But our body has evolved eating them for thousands of years and it knows what to do with each.
Itchy ears can lead to a secondary infection created by your pet’s scratching
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Flus and colds in the winter season
Ear infections can be one of the most frustrating and painful conditions for our pets. Low grade ear infections can often go unnoticed. They cause pain and long term damage to the ear canal and can also effect hearing. The correct term for ear infections is otitis externa and it occurs when bacteria or yeast infect the external ear canal. Some breeds, particularly those with large or hairy ears like Cocker Spaniels, Poodles or Old English Sheepdogs are prone to ear infections, but they can occur in any breed. Dogs that love water and like to swim also seem to be an increased risk. It is important that you are able to recognise the early symptoms of ear infections. An animal with an ear infection becomes very uncomfortable as the ears become swollen and sensitive. They usually shake their head and scratch at the ears in the aim to get the debris out. Ears often become inflamed and develop an offensive odour and a black or yellow tinged discharge commonly occurs. So what causes ear infections? There are many different causes. Several types of bacteria and at least one type of yeast will cause an infection. Ear mites are also another common cause. Pets can also get foreign bodies in their ears such as grass seeds. Another common cause of ear infections are skin allergies. With skin allergies the ear becomes itchy and the pet causes secondary infection in the ear by constant scratching. In order to treat ear infections we need to first examine the ear canal with an instrument called an otoscope. This has a special ear piece that goes into the ear with a light and a magnifying glass. When an ear is painful this can be uncomfortable so some pets require a gentle sedation to perform this. Often samples need to be obtained form the ear canal to determine the type of infection present. The veterinarian can look at samples under the microscope or sometimes send the sample off to the pathologist to grow the particular bug. Some pets may require a general anaesthetic to have the canal flushed out and a thorough examination performed. Most ear infections are treated with ear drops.
As the weather gets colder, there are more cases of cold and influenza, or ‘the flu’. With a little knowledge you can reduce your chances of getting sick. Our bodies are constantly fighting off infections and viruses. To help your chances of fighting these viruses, you must ensure your immune system is as strong as possible. This means you need to be mindful of doing all the ‘good things’ for your health, such as eating well, exercise, drinking plenty of water and getting enough sleep. Being stressed and tired will compromise your immune system. Although both are viruses, there are differences between a cold and the flu. With a cold, the symptoms are not as severe, and you generally won’t need to see a doctor. Colds normally involve a sore throat, runny nose and cough. Besides supporting your immune system, you cannot treat a cold and they should clear within 10 days. Flu is more serious and normally starts with fever, sweats, aches and a feeling of severe tiredness. A high temperature is normally present as well, and if this is over 38.5 degrees or you experience chills, you generally will need to see a doctor to help relieve the symptoms. I find that responding to the early signs of a cold, such as a sore throat, is vital to fighting off the virus. Medicated throat lozenges or a throat wash will help kill any virus that is starting to take over. Drinking lots of water is also vital to preventing and fighting off a cold or flu. Cold and flu medication is also useful, but these do not treat your cold, only make you feel better whilst the infection takes it course. The flu vaccine is still the best way to prevent getting the flu this winter, with evidence to suggest it gives about 80 to 90 per cent protection. However, you cannot get the vaccination if you are already sick and you should get it before the flu season begins. This means if you haven’t been vaccinated and you want to, then you need to act quickly.
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Jesus brings good news for us! Not many of us would think of ourselves as truly poor or held as prisoners, or blind, or oppressed, subject to harsh treatment. Yet, this is Jesus’ challenging, provocative message for those of us who do not include God in our life. At the beginning of Jesus’ ministry here on earth, the Bible’s book of Luke tells us that Jesus spoke to the crowds, declaring; “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to release the oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favour.” Jesus’ point is this; our lives are poor without God. We are oppressed, held prisoner by the pressures and realities of death, guilt and fear. And we are blind, not able to see the reality that knowing God brings to our lives. As Luke’s account of Jesus’ life unfolds, we see how Jesus turns our condition around, as ultimately Jesus will give his life on a cross, and then three days later rise from death. This powerful act brings forgiveness and new life with God. It gives hope to those who will trust in him, freeing us from the penalty of guilt and sin and even bigger, releasing us from the fear of death. A moment’s honest reflection will cause you to see that in a day and age when good news is sometimes hard to find, here is something truly extraordinary. This good news which Jesus brings is a foundation, a solid rock on which you can build your life and live happily!
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18 senior ladies meet three times a month to bring together the quilts that they have been making since their previous meeting to be donated to local charities and places in need. Group member, Margaret said the organisation was originally created for “the love of quilting”.
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Les Jarvis has been driving the disadvantaged in the community all over western Sydney for 20 years, clocking up 200,000 kilometres, a distance equivalent to six return trips from Sydney to London. The 76-year-old first began to volunteer for Great Community Transport not long after his retirement, after realising that having finished painting the house and doing the gardens, he did not have a lot to do at home. “I found myself sitting in front of the television and thought, what on Earth am I doing, watching television at 11 o’clock in the morning? It was something I never did,” he said. “I got up with a niggling feeling in the back of my mind so I contacted Springwood Neighbourhood Centre to see if they needed a driver.” As luck had it, they did, and he soon began driving voluntarily for the centre until in 1994, he stopped into a Great Community Transport office for a chat, and landed his current volunteer role. “I pick people up and take them all over, at all hours of the day. This morning I started at 6am but I have had times when I was up at 4am,” Mr Jarvis said.
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Quilts are regularly received by the Palliative Care Units at Nepean, Springwood and Hawkesbury hospitals as a result of the work done by these dedicated ladies. As well as the Palliative Care Unit they also regularly donate to Barnardos, Prince of Wales Children’s Hospital and the Penrith and Windsor Women’s Refuges. “The quilts bring homemade comfort to people in times of need,” said Margaret. The response that they receive reiterates to these women that what they are doing is appreciated and indeed a worthy cause, with people writing letters to thank them for making times of suffering more “relaxing” and creating “magical moments of hope for families.” Caring Hearts have also greatly contributed to victims of natural disasters in not only New South Wales but also Victoria. In 2009, the group sent 180 quilts to those who were struggling with the loss of their homes in the Black Saturday Bushfires. During the Queensland floods they sent 30 quilts to those in need and similarly sent more quilts to those suffering from flooding in Yenda, NSW. More recently the organisation donated a large amount of time and effort to create over 250 quilts that were then delivered to those suffering from the October fires in the Blue Mountains. “We can’t ignore the ones on our own doorstep,” said Margaret.
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Official cake cutting: John Love, Neville Barnier, Jan Eaton and Jennifer Collins Salvation Army Hall at Glenmore Park. It offers social support and friendship to older people who are still living in the community but who are unable to attend more active programs. Call 4704 8506 for more information or to volunteer.
he annual Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal is just around the corner, which means it’s time for willing volunteers to pledge their support. On the weekend of May 24 to 25 the public is being asked to set aside a few hours to doorknock for the annual appeal, the Salvation Army’s largest fundraiser. “By giving a few hours of your time on the Red Shield Appeal Doorknock week-
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end, you will be helping us to help over one million people in need,” said Major Bruce Harmer of the Salvation Army. “Without the generous support of Australians in every suburb and town across the country, The Salvation Army could not reach this goal.” Each year the appeal’s doorknock aims to raise $10 million. “The Salvation Army is in a unique position to assist individuals and families who fall on hard times,” Major Bruce Harmer said. To volunteer call 13 SALVOS (13 72 58) or register online at salvos.org.au.
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Penrith Working Truck Show
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It’s on again! Working Truck Show to attract huge crowd t is anticipated by local families annually, attended by enthusiasts from across the country and loved by all who take the time to check it out – the Penrith Working Truck Show is here again. Back for its 27th year, the annual show is celebrating with another huge day of non-stop entertainment, rides and unique exhibits on Sunday, April 6, that combine to create the spectacular show, which is recognised as one of Penrith’s major events. 20,000 people flock to the Penrith Museum of Fire for the event each year, which is supported by the transport industry across Australia. “This event is regarded as a ‘must see’ not only by local residents but by the entire national transport industry,” said Penrith Museum of Fire CEO, Mark White. “We have exhibits on display from states across the country and crowds who travel from all over to experience the show each year.” There will be hundreds of vehicles on display, from the huge B Doubles to custom trucks, plastered with chrome
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Kids will be kept busy with a huge selection of free rides, free fairy floss, free face painting and other activities that are sure to keep parents happy too. “There really is something to enjoy here for everyone and to make it better, the value for money at the Penrith Working Truck Show is unsurpassed by any other show,” Mr White said. Tickets for adults are $30 and with each adult ticket purchase, three children can enter for free. For this cost, all rides, entertainment, activities and exhibits inside the show are free. Being a registered charity event, all funds from the Show will be used for the education of families in fire safety, for the preservation of fire history and to support local firefighters, who are helping to run the event. “The firefighters you are supporting are the same guys who are ‘heroes’ in all our eyes, the ones who are out there battling the flames on the front line,” Mr White said. For more information, visit www.pwts. com.au.
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Autism Awareness Day April 2nd 2014
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Light It Up Blue for autism awareness utism Awareness Australia is calling for nationwide support for ‘Light It Up Blue’, a campaign to mark World Autism Day. For World Autism Day, Wednesday, April 2, landmarks around the globe like the Empire State Building, Trafalgar Square, the Pyramids and Sydney Opera House will be lit up with the colour blue to raise awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With ASD affecting one in every 100 Australians – it is the most common developmental disorder in Australia – there are few who have not been impacted by autism in a friend or family member. “Our World Autism Awareness Day ‘Light It Up Blue’ campaign is about more than just the colour that has come to define it – it’s about recognising the very real and difficult challenges that face families affected by autism,” said Autism Awareness Australia CEO, Nicole Rogerson. “With Light It Up Blue, we want to ignite a movement of people who will help us fight for better awareness, better support and better funding of autism in Australia. Autism affects every aspect of a child’s life and the family around them, so we urge people across Australia to join
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utism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) is calling on all Australians to wear blue on Autism Awareness Day on Wednesday, April 2. The organisation, Australia’s largest not-for-profit provider of autism support services, hopes that by wearing the colour blue, which is the international colour for Autism, conversations can be started and awareness can be raised about the disorder. “This time of year is really about getting awareness of autism, and the impacts that a diagnosis has on a person and their family, out in the community,” said Aspect’s Rebecca Keane. “It is really important that as a community we are aware of what autism is, so that we can develop an understanding.” Ms Keane is a Glenmore Park resident and psychologist, who works as an early intervention specialist for Aspect. She is also a group coordinator for Aspect’s Building Blocks program, which runs at Lapstone Preschool as part of the organisation’s early intervention services. “Aspect runs a global campaign throughout April to encourage services and groups to run their own ‘go blue’ event,” she said. “We (the local Building Blocks group) will hold a ‘go blue’ day. We will do blue
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MetWest Carpet Cleaning
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0419 730 795
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details www.mccoys.com.au or Call 0431 824 003
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BRICKLAYING, HANDYMAN & GARDEN SERVICES Frank & Olly’s
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WW6436
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Fax: 9670 2656
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1800 245 955
Phone/Fax 9833 3563
0408 022 374
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ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY CLEANING • Servicing the Penrith Area for over 5 years Kaytee’s Cleaning Service
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Jason - 0417 221 822 • Mark - 0417 223 288
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Ph Kim or Steve 0449 625 768 info@thenumber1.com.au
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PROPERTIES WANTED WW6956
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ROOFING
Skip Bin Hire WW305
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Office: 02 4722 9677 www.scroof.com.au admin@scroof.com.au
WW3608
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1300 785 845
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CARS - WANTED - 2-13m3 Bins - Walk-in Skips - All Suburbs - 6 Days - C/Cards Welcome
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www.bikewrecker.com.au
WW7899
A Division of Manning Services Pty Ltd
WW7537
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Call Chris on 0404 478 487 lic. 251075c
Sec Lic no. 409002239
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or WW416
PLUMBER, DRAINER, GASFITTER
Will Pick Up
9602 8999 0408 441 075
Phone:
CASH PAID FOR HOMES IN RE-POSSESSION Brookfield Multiplex is seeking Expressions of Interest for upcoming opportunities within the Penrith Panthers Precinct. All civil, structure, fitout and service subcontractors are invited to email their Expressions of Interest to eci.panthers@brookfieldmultiplex.com
ALL BIKES WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE
Geoff 0415 253 252
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WW7840
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CRAFT – TEACH – EARN
GARAGES TO LET
Kaszazz is a fast growing Australian papercraft company LOOKING FOR CONSULTANTS for Scrapbooking, Cardmaking and special event stationary. Excellent opportunity for a stay at home Mum or a retired person looking to earn some cash. Can be developed into a strong and viable business. Enquiries; Carol 47352140 or email carolkaszazz@optusnet.com.au WW7825
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KINGSWOOD Large shed/ garage. 15m x 9m secure Insulated colorbond shed 4 bays, roller door clearance 2.75m, 3ph power, phone connection, A/C, upstairs mezzanine, kitchen/office area, parking, toilet, Kingswood neighbourhood area, close to shops and transport, suit mail order business, caravan or boat storage or similar.
Certificates in Horticulture (II) & Hospitality (II) WW7856
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Accredited training. Funded by NSW government. March to November. Horticulture starts March 25. Hospitality starts March 31. 3 days a week work experienced included at historic Mamre House. No formal entry requirments. Priority given to unemployed people. For information call:
900 23 191
admin@mamre.com.au
Contact Bruce or leave message at 02 4736 3584 anytime.
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WW7935
POSITIONS VACANT
HAVING A GARAGE SALE NEED TO ADVERTISE Call us on 4722 2998
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EXHIBITORS, STALL HOLDERS AND SENIOR ARTISTS WANTED
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN We require a Licensed Electrician who is a LOCAL RESIDENT and has experience in maintenance work to join our busy domestic & commercial property maintenance team, BASED IN PENRITH . Must be meticulous with their work & job records, be able to fault find, have experience with stoves, hot water & general repairs and have a clear understanding of and commitment to Work Health & Safety
Werrington Community Project is holding their Annual Werrington Festival and Seniors Art & Craft Expo on Sunday, 18th May, 2014 from 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m at Namatjira Neighbourhood Centre, Werrington County.
Some computer skills would be an advantage as we use an Electronic Job Management System • MUST HOLD A CURRENT ELECTRICIAN’S LICENSE & WHITECARD • MUST HOLD CURRENT DRIVERS LICENSE ( MANUAL) • MUST BE WILLING TO WORK AS A PART OF A TEAM, BE PROUD OF THEIR WORK & TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR COMPLETING HIGH QUALITY WORKMANSHIP
This event attracts approx. 2000 local community members and provides the opportunity to exhibit your skills/talents during the event.
Attractive wages, vehicle, uniforms & phone provided.
If you are a senior artist, you are invited to exhibit your artwork (art can be painting, drawing, photography, needlework etc.).
Are you this person ? Then Please forward your resume to : lea@hix.com.au or Fax: 0247217577 Enquiries to Lea Hicks – 02 47217500 OR 0414441635.
We are also calling on community groups, exhibitors, food sellers and stall holders to participate on the day.
All applications will be treated in confidence.
A part of WW7857
Please call 9673 6133 for expressions of interest or to find out more. WW7843
Simply Affordable. Supporting Penrith families for over 25 years 98 Station Street, Penrith Ph. 4721 7776 WW7925