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Music royalty on show at industry’s night of nights Our reporters and photographers were there to catch up with the music industry’s biggest stars at the ARIA Awards, which were held in Sydney last week. And as we discovered, after a number of years in decline, it appears the ARIA Awards are back in a big way, celebrating the best of Australian music... he cream of the music crop were out in force for the 2014 ARIA Awards at The Star Event Centre last week. Australian musicians rubbed shoulders with international pop acts including Katy Perry and One Direction, as well as Australia’s own 5 Seconds of Summer who’ve gained a huge following worldwide and were one of the most popular acts on the red carpet.
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The big winners on the night were Sia – who took out the award for Telstra Album of the Year, Best Female Artist, Best Pop Release and Best Video – and Chet Faker who went home with Best Male Artist and Best Independent Release. West Life was there on the red carpet and backstage to chat to the stars including ARIA winners Dan Sultan, Sheppard, and The Wiggles along with local stars including ‘The X Factor’ winner Marlisa, ‘The Voice’ winner Anja Nissen, and a host of others. Anja Nissen On the response from western Sydney fans: “It’s been a really, really great response, I’ve had a lot of support which has been awesome and yeah I just can’t wait to come out with my new stuff. I’ve just been writing a lot at the moment”. Dan Sultan On the process of creating his new EP ‘Dirty Ground’: “I sat in a room with some microphones and I had an acoustic guitar and that was it. You know ‘Blackbird’ [which won Dan the Best Rock Album award] took months and months and a lot of production, a lot of overdubs and this took a few hours, ‘Dirty Ground’ took a few hours so it was the complete opposite. I’ve had some reviews where it says it doesn’t go far enough into production. Everyone’s allowed to have their own opinion but to me that’s a bit of a compliment because that’s what I was trying to do, I was trying to have it really stripped back but it is the opposite to ‘Blackbird’”. Amy and Emma from Sheppard On the other nominees in their category: “We’d really love to see Sia take it out. She is incredible and she’s a great songwriter so we’d love to see her win something”. The Wiggles On their nomination for Best Children’s Release, a category The Wiggles in their original format took out 11 times: Simon: “Yeah, I think it’s great. What Anthony and the other guys started almost 25 years ago, and to be here today and be able to continue that on is pretty special”. On who they are looking forward to seeing: Anthony: “Everyone, really. Katy Perry,
The Veronicas rocking the red carpet at the ARIA Awards last week. Photo: Melinda Jane
I know it’s hard to get on this red carpet so I’m just grateful to be here
Justice Crew and Chet Faker. Chet Faker has a great voice. One Direction as well. Basically everyone”. Paulini On being back at the ARIAs: “Yeah, its my first time in five years actually! And I know it’s hard to get on this red carpet so I’m just grateful to be here”. On her new single: “My single is out right now, ‘Air It All Out’ and the album comes out in February which I’m really looking forward to”. On the new crop of talent show stars: “I think it’s great, I’m a huge believer in, if the opportunity is there, take it, which is exactly what I did. I took the opportunity and its gotten me this far which I’ll always be grateful for”. Marlisa On her recent show at Rooty Hill RSL: “I played a 30 minute set, six songs and it was incredible to see my support base in western Sydney. I have another show at the Rooty Hill RSL coming up next week which I’m really excited about”. On support from her fans: “I’ve found it really great to see people from my home town supporting me, and I think from western Sydney and the Philippines are two of my biggest fan bases, so its defi-
nitely been great to come back out here”. Triple J Presenters Matt and Alex (who were dressed as Sia and Chet Faker respectively) On Sia’s decision to not show her face during performances, interviews and award shows: Matt: “I felt like it was about time people saw Sia’s face. Because not many people know that she looks like a half Ghanaian Australian man, but it’s time. I’m sick of hiding”. Chris Lilley On his competition for Best Comedy Release: “I just met a guy called Buddy Good, and he seems pretty funny so he can have it. I don’t mind, he seemed cool”. On where he gets inspiration for his characters: “I will be looking out tonight. I’ll be looking for some inspiration. There’s some pretty interesting characters around tonight”. ARIA host Osher Gunsberg On whether he is nervous to take on the hosting duties: “Not at all, rehearsals have all gone really well so I’m looking forward to it”. On the performances he is most looking forward to: “I’m definitely looking forward to Chet Faker’s performance, and
It’s been confirmed that the ARIA Awards will continue to be staged in Sydney for the foreseeable future.
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Neil Finn and Paul Kelly in rehearsal were really great, I think people will really be singing at the top of their lungs for those guys. It’ll be great”. On who he hopes will take out an award: “I’ve got a soft spot for Sheppard, I think they’re pretty great, and also Chet Faker”. Tim and Jon Farriss from INXS On the Australian music industry and who has the potential for longevity in the business: Jon: “Look it’s always hard to say, I certainly wouldn’t want to name names and jinx the poor people. There’s a lot of hoops to jump through, there’s a lot of experience in life and just let it happen at the pace it’s supposed to happen. “I mean the nominees for the Album of the Year that we’re presenting are all amazing and so diverse and each album has to be taken on its merit and for that I think Australia’s amazing because it’s got such diverse taste.” On whether they ever get sick of award shows: Jon: “No I don’t get sick of them. I mean this is an important one. It’s Australia and it’s celebrating Australian music and all the effort and all the love and all the passion and all those things that grew us into wanting to be a band in the first place”. Tim: “I mean many many years ago you’d get sick after them (laughs)”. Jon: “And over the years Tim and I worked out a really good method of coping with all that”. Jon: “It’s just sneaking out early”.
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o kick off the 25th Anniversary season at the Joan, Damien Leith will be bringing his one man cabaret play, ‘The Parting Glass’, to local audiences this January. The musical play perfectly showcases Damien’s talent not only as a singer but as an actor as well. It is set in an Irish pub where a father and son, both played by Damien, carry a deep secret that has tormented them both. ‘The Parting Glass’ was a huge success at the recent Adelaide Cabaret Festival delighting audiences with its Irish music, emotion and humour. The musical features hits including ‘Wicked Game’, ‘Danny Boy’ and ‘Hallelujah’. Damien will be accompanied on stage by the Irish Times Band. The show is sure to have audiences laughing and crying while they journey through the lives of this father and son. Whether you’re a fan of Damien Leith or new to his music, this is the perfect opportunity to experience Irish culture in this entertaining one man cabaret play. ‘The Parting Glass’ plays on Saturday, January 17. Tickets are $40-$45. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.thejoan.com.au or call 4723 7600.
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f you’re looking for a place to celebrate New Year’s Eve then Panthers has you covered with a range of activities for the whole family including a New Year’s Eve carnival and free members show. The New Year’s Eve Carnival is a family-friendly event that you won’t want to miss. There’ll be plenty of entertainment including face painting, kids disco and a live band playing all your favourite party hits. Of course it wouldn’t be a New
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Years celebration without fireworks and Panthers will have two rounds at 9pm and midnight. The club will also be hosting a free members show in the Evan Theatre which will include a performance by the Swell Sisters who will have you dancing and singing along to all your favourite hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The show will also feature special guest host John ‘Elvis’ Collins. New Year’s Eve Celebrations will kick off at 5pm with the free members show at 9pm. Visitors tickets to the show are $10. For more information visit www. penrith.panthers.com.au/nye-2014 or call 1800 061 991.
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n December 2001 Saturday afternoon jazz kicked off at the Penrith RSL Club and 13 years later it’s still going strong. To celebrate the anniversary the Penrith RSL Jazz/Swing family will be putting on another great afternoon of jazz on Saturday, December 6 featuring Geoff Bull and the Finer Cuts. Over the years the free weekly jazz afternoons have attracted a range of swing and jazz bands and musicians, along with young graduates from the Conservatorium of Music. There have been a host of band leaders who have been involved with the event including Bob Gillespie, Bob Barnard, Mike Hallam, Errol Buddle, Greg Poppleton, Laurie Bennett, Alan Solomon, Yuki Kumagai and John Mackie. Penrith RSL Jazz/Swing Family member Anne Wilkinson said that the jazz afternoons have been a hit with audiences, attracting a range of people from locals to those further afield. “We have audience members from the Penrith district and the Blue Mountains area and a variety of Sydney suburbs,” she said. After Penrith RSL moved to larger premises on Tindale Street the Saturday afternoon jazz sessions were introduced. Clearly the decision paid off, with the event now lasting for more than a decade. “It just showed that there was a calling for it, for jazz,” Anne said. In an age where entertainment changes frequently
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Live and free fter a stop off in August metal band Flaming Wrekage are coming back to the Tattersalls Hotel on Friday, December 19 for what’s sure to be another awesome night for metal fans. It’s a venue that frontman Dave Lupton says the band always enjoys playing at. “You get treated really well there. The sound’s good, we play with great bands and it’s always a good turnout, so it’s a really good venue to play at,” he said. For the past few months the guys have been working on getting things organised for the Sabotour tour in support of the release of their video for the track ‘Saboteur’. After the tour wraps up the band are hoping to start work on a follow up to their debut album ‘Catharsis’ which was released last year. Don’t miss Flaming Wrekage perform live at the Tattersalls Hotel on Friday, December 19. Entry is free. For more information visit www.tattersallshotelpenrith. com.au or call 4732 6373.
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JAZZ AND SWING PENRITH RSL EVERY SATURDAY @ 2PM it’s encouraging to see the success and longevity of weekly live music events such as the Saturday jazz sessions. “We’re very grateful to the Penrith RSL for keeping it on,” Anne said. With audiences that range from the young, to the young at heart there is always room for new family members. To those who have yet to experience a laidback afternoon of jazz and dancing Anne has some simple advice. “Just come once and see if you like it,” she said. Penrith RSL Jazz and Swing is on every Saturday at 2pm. Entry is free. For more information visit www.penrithrsl.com.au or call 4728 5200.
Delta’s back where it began Singer Delta Goodrem will be returning to her roots next March when she visits Ramsay Street again for the 30th Anniversary of ‘Neighbours’. Goodrem will reprise her role of Nina Tucker for a limited run of three episodes plus appear in a documentary retrospective. The 30-year-old was last seen on the iconic soap in 2005, so it will be welcome homecoming for fans of the show.
SBS2 have started airing a popular American late night show called ‘@midnight’. A rotating line-up of top comedians battle nightly to determine who has the funniest take on current social media and pop culture happenings. The show already airs at midnight on the Comedy Channel but SBS2 have started their series right from the very beginning.
Nine are still yet to confirm whether they’ll give ‘Big Brother’ a shot next year despite them opening up a housemate registration of interest for the next series, if they have one, on their website. The recent finale, which saw Ryan win, pulled in around 700,000 viewers.
Fans of the popular A&E show ‘Ghost Adventures’ will be shocked to hear that co-founder and investigator Nick Groff has surprisingly quit the show. Rumours suggest a rift between fellow co-founder and lead investigator Zak Bagans was to blame.
Foxtel channel STUDIO will be no more come March next year, instead it will be replaced by a similar channel called Foxtel Arts HD. The new channel will feature opera, ballet productions, theatre, dance, cabaret, music, literature and visual arts. STUDIO is owned by SBS.
Channel Seven has announced this year’s ‘Carols in the Domain’ will be hosted by the ‘Sunrise’ team which includes David Koch, Sam Armytage, Natalie Barr and Mark Beretta. The much-loved family tradition, now in its 32nd year, will be broadcast live on Saturday, December 20 at 8.30pm.
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f you’re a fan of the hit TV reality show ‘The X Factor’ then you’ll know the name Brothers 3. After becoming fan favourites on the most recent season of the hit talent show, the trio will be heading to the Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers to show audiences exactly why they have become favourites with the show’s viewers. Fans will get the chance to experience all their favourite songs including tracks performed on the Channel Seven show like Avicii’s ‘Hey Brother’, Justice Crew’s ‘Que Sera’ and Taylor Swift’s ‘Safe and Sound’ along with hit songs from One Direction, Elvis Presley, Crowded House, Slim Dusty, Simon and Garfunkel and the Bee Gees. The band, which is made up of brothers Makirum, Shardyn and Tayzin Fahey-Leigh, recently released a new single titled ‘The Lucky Ones’. Since appearing on ‘The X Factor’ the band has built a huge fan base and a big crowd is expected at their Penrith gig. The brothers childhood growing up in Mudgee has had a huge influence on their music which takes inspiration from several genres including folk, country and bluegrass. The variety of genres they tackle has ensured they have a wide fan base, ranging from teenagers right through to adults, who have a huge appreciation for their music. Brothers 3 are sure to have you tapping your feet along to their catchy tracks, high energy performance and beautiful harmonies when they rock the Evan Theatre.
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Gig Guide 5-14.12.2014 Friday, December 5 Jalepeno Deluxe Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Acoustic Soloist Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 4.30pm 4721 5666 DJ Stu -E Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Live Entertainment Venue: Wallacia Panthers Free entry, 7.30pm 4773 8417 Karaoke Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 2060 Social Darts Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 7pm 9623 1211 Sips and Sounds Venue: Penrith Regional Gallery Free entry, 4pm 4735 1100 Steve Smyth and Gumby Benjalu Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Dirty Dicks Theatre Restaurant Venue: Springwood Sports Club $50-$55, 6pm 4751 1298 3 Rams Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180
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Saturday, December 6 Geoff Bull Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry 2pm 4728 5200 Urban Stone Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Picture Perfect Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4732 6373 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 Christmas Show – Grease Fever at the Moulin Rouge
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Venue: Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers $20-$25, 8pm 4720 5555 Marcia Hines Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $35, 8pm 9625 5500 Cover Me Crazy Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Beach Boys Show Venue: Penrith Gaels Club $10-$12.50, 7pm 4722 8180 Replika Venue: Springwood Sports Club Free entry, 8.30pm 4751 1298 Sunday, December 7 Chris Stretton Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Swinging Sixties Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Karaoke Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 5pm 4721 2060 Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 Messiah Venue: The Joan $39-$49, 3pm 4723 7600 Evie Dean Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4577 3396 Matthew Dennett Venue: Springwood Sports Club Free entry, 12pm 4751 1298 Friday, December 12 James Reyne Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $50, 8pm 9625 5500 Elvis & Friends Rocking Christmas Venue: Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers $25-$40, 12pm 4720 5555
Saturday, December 13 Bob Barnard Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry 2pm 4728 5200 Triple Shot FM Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 Time Machine Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 Soundproofed Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Safari Suits Venue: Springwood Sports Club Free entry, 8.30pm 4751 1298 Evie Dean Venue: Terrace Bar at Penrith Panthers Free entry, 5.30pm 4720 5555
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Music EXODUS: GOD AND KINGS RATED M Starring: Christian Bale, Joel Edgerton, Sigourney Weaver and Aaron Paul Now screening at Hoyts Penrith LUCY RATED MA15+
Starring: Scarlett Johannson and Morgan Freeman The premise of this film is basically, what could humans accomplish if they could unlock and have access to 100 per cent of their brain’s capacity instead of the average 10 per cent that most have. Lucy (Scarlett Johannson) is caught up in a ‘nightmarish’ deal where she is captured overseas and turned into a drug mule for a new and powerful synthetic drug. When the bag she is carrying inside her stomach leaks, Lucy’s body undergoes unimaginable changes that unlock her mind’s full potential. With her new-found powers, Lucy turns into a merciless warrior intent on getting back at her captors. She receives invaluable help from Professor Norman (Morgan Freeman), the leading authority on the human mind. This sci-fi-action thriller explores a unique idea, something which is seen less and less in Hollywood cinema these days. If you enjoyed ‘Edge of Tomorrow’ or ‘Transcendence’, chances are, you will love this film!
‘Exodus: Gods and Kings’, a film from acclaimed director Ridley Scott (‘Gladiator’) retells the biblical story of Moses, who, according to the book of Exodus, suffered near death during infancy, was adopted into the Egyptian royal family, defied the Pharoah, freed the Hebrews and parted the Red Sea. With Christian Bale (‘The Dark Knight’) as Moses, Ben Kingsley (‘Ghandi’) as Nun, Joel Edgerton (‘The Great Gatsby’) as Ramses and Sigourney Weaver (‘Alien’) as Tuya, this all-star cast is set to make this film a blockbuster of epic proportions. At almost two hours and 30 minutes long, the film is said to retell the famous biblical story of Moses with stunning visual effects and 3D immersion. The plagues and epic parting of the Red Sea scenes are said to be rendered perfectly. While the film carries an air of Hollywood with it, it finds redemption in that it actually isn’t overtly offensive to its original religious text.
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SHE & HIM CLASSICS Out Now Some may recognise She & Him frontwoman Zooey Deschanel from her starring roles in films like ‘500 Days of Summer’ or the hugely successful television series ‘New Girl’, but many of you may not know that Deschanel is an accomplished musician. Deschanel, along with band partner M.Ward, form the gifted American indie duo. Deschanel performs lead vocals, tambourine, piano, ukulele and writes lyrics, while Ward performs guitar, backing vocals, piano and is also involved with production. She & Him are now back with their fifth studio release, ‘Classics,’ a new cover album that features timeless standards carefully selected by the duo. She & Him recorded the album live, allowing a spontaneity that captured the spirit of the songs in their truest form. Ward exercises his acute ear for string arrangements, co-arranging a full 20-piece orchestra. The result unfurls as 13 classic cuts as heartbreaking as they are uplifting. The album features covers of classic songs by artists including Billie Holiday, Ella FitzGerald, Louis Armstrong, Dusty Springfield, Aretha Franklin, Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby.
‘The Crew’ is a revolutionary action-driving game developed exclusively for next-gen consoles. The game takes players on a reckless drive inside a massive, open-world recreation of the United States, and has been labelled the most varied driving game experience ever. Take part in a relentless ride to move up the ranks of the 510s, a gang grown around Detroit’s illegal street racing scene. You will have to make a rep for yourself on the underground-
racing scene and eventually take down their activities all over the country. Manoeuvre through the bustling streets of New York to lose the cops, cruise down sunny Miami Beach or trek through the breathtaking plateaus of Monument Valley. Each locale comes with its own set of surprises and challenges to master. On your journey you will encounter other players, all potentially worthy companions to crew up with or future rivals to compete against.
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tonegrill offers the chance to have a unique, fun experience as diners cook their own 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, Stonegrill 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 Stonegrill’s menu, the restaurant also has a range of entrees including garlic bread, bruschetta, oysters, garlic prawns and more. For the main course, Stonegrill 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. Stonegrill also has specialty meals including a kangaroo striploin fillet dish, lamb and chicken options and even a
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hen the Clare Valley’s Tim Adams decided to plant somewhat new and unproven at the time Pinot Gris 10 years ago, he reckons he did so for the challenge of seeing just how well this variety would go. His wife Pam, their company’s general manager, had a different view. She suggested that Tim was going through a mid-life crisis. But she supported his venture and persistence, and today Tim Adams Pinot Gris is one of Australia’s top-selling premium Pinot Gris. Tim says those first plantings a decade ago were the result of drinking a great Alsace Pinot Gris with an old mate, and thinking how well the variety may go on some specific Clare Valley sites. He’s not looked back, and today uses fruit in his Tim Adams Pinot Gris from his own vineyards and those of contract local growers. His latest release, 2014, is loaded with hearty fruit characters and cleansing acidity. Pay $20 and particularly enjoy with seafood salads over summer. One to note: SHAW Vineyard in cool-climate Murrumbateman, around 25 minutes north of Canberra, is somewhat unique in that while it is at a higher elevation than most vineyards in the region, its sloping profile enjoys optimum sunlight and gives protection from potential frost damage through its good air-drainage. Now one of the district’s more renowned producers of quality wines, Shaw has just released a 2012 Winemakers Selection Cabernet Merlot that’s a real mouth-filler of fresh berry flavours and delightful aromas from the glass of cassis and dark plums.
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Twilight Markets attract a big crowd SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30. PENRITH REGIONAL GALLERY. n Sunday, November 30 a large crowd filled the beautiful grounds of the Penrith Regional Gallery to peruse a range of stalls at the gallery’s annual Twilight Christmas Market. The stalls transformed the gallery into a marketplace which offered a range of products including homewares, clothing, art, craft and food along with vintage pieces. It was the perfect place to pick up a unique Christmas gift for that special someone. There was entertainment for the kids and live music from The Blue Mugs. It was a fun afternoon for young and old; not even the temperamental weather could dampen the spirits of the crowd. The Penrith Regional Gallery is located on River Road, Emu Plains.
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aylor Swift fans will no doubt have already heard the news that the hugely successful country/pop singer has just added Australia to the list of countries for her huge The 1989 World Tour. The tour announcement comes after her new album ‘1989’ hit four million album sales. In less than four days, ‘1989’ became Australia’s fastest selling album of the year. Taylor will also be the first female solo artist to play stadium shows on back to back Australian tours. The 24-year-old superstar’s most recent trip to our shores was just last summer for The Red Tour. ‘1989’, named after the year of Taylor’s birth, is her first purely pop album which has already spawned the hits ‘Shake It Off’ and ‘Blank Space’. Vance Joy will also be joining Taylor for the Australian leg of the tour which plays at ANZ Stadium on Saturday, November 28. For tickets, visit ticketek.com.au.
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home for the next time that chocolate craving hits. Zokoko’s mouthwatering chocolate products are made using the finest quality cacao beans, so you know that you’re getting nothing but the best in this lovely little store at the foot of the Blue Mountains. Zokoko is located at Unit 3, 84-90 Old Bathurst Road, Emu Heights and is open Monday to Friday 7am to 4pm and Saturday 8am to 12pm.
West Life has three $30 Zokoko vouchers for an afternoon or morning tea experience to give away. For your chance to win, email the code word ‘CHOCOLATE’ to competitions@westernweekender. com.au with your name and contact details. Entries close Wednesday, December 10. Authorised under NSW Permit Number LTPM/14/00047. Terms and conditions at www.westernweekender.com.au.
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Fake tans are a much safer option when it comes to getting a browner look this season
For all the self-tanners out there who are opting for a faux tan over a natural one this summer, I have found the product that will change your life and it has been right under our noses this whole time. While I always hope to get a little bronzed from the sun once summer comes around, I know that fake tanning is the safer and better option, which is why I love to get out my St Tropez or Bondi Sands. You don’t get tan lines, you can control how dark or light you want to go and you are safe from the nasties that come with sun exposure, but self-tanning can be pretty cumbersome, gets very messy and is so easy to get wrong. I know from years of experience with fake tan that it doesn’t always go your way and I have endured hours of teasing from family members and colleagues about the orange palms that I always sport after a tanning session. And in addition to that, if I had orange palms and streaky legs, the teasing would continue for days. I don’t know why, but every time I would head to the shops to pick up a new tan, I would ignore the mitts that were sitting beside them on the shelves. Whenever I would read the instructions on the self tanning products, I would ignore the sentence that plainly said “using a tan applicator mitt...” I would be left scrubbing my palms for hours after tanning, trying to get rid of the dirty orange stains that were bound to stay there for days – a dead giveaway that my bronzed look was not even close to natural. Every time I would ignore the suggestion to use a mitt, I would pay for it dearly, but I would make
the mistake over and over again, for absolutely no reason. That time is now over, as I have converted and am now a happy tan applicator mitt-user and I am kicking myself that I didn’t begin using a mitt sooner. All my concerns about using one – that I would have more streaks, miss spots and that it would be hard to use – were thwarted within 10 seconds of using it and I mean it when I say that I will never go back, never. I have been using St Tropez’s tan applicator mitt, which has a water resistant barrier between
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the foamy, almost velvet-like application side and your hand on the inside. This of course means that I no longer have to deal with horrible stains on my palms. It is washable, allows you to better control where you are applying the tan and gives a smooth result with not a streak in sight – how can you complain with that? Anyone who is like the old me and is continually putting up with stained palms and streaky legs, fork out the $10 and get yourself a mitt because they’re lifesavers. Go on, try it!
Tips for remodelling your jewellery I’ve re-designed and made a number of remodelling pieces lately. This is when you use diamonds or gemstones that you already have, either passed down from a loved one or possibly set into something that’s not quite your taste anymore, and create a new piece of jewellery that suits your taste but still honours the memories of your loved ones. I thought I’d share my top four tips to keep in mind when you’re having something remade. 1. Do what you really want If you are going to go to the effort and expense of having something re-designed and remade you need to truly love it. If an extra row of diamonds is going to really set it off, or having the stones set a little further around the band will make a big difference to the look, I would recommend going for it. 2. Go in to the exercise with an open mind Sometimes the ideas that you may have for the design of your piece may not actually work well with what you have to work with. That’s why we’re here! As designers and jewellers we can guide you and help you design your piece and will often ask you to try things on that you may have never thought of, and often end up loving and incorporating elements of into your new creation. 3. The sentiment comes from the stones Sometimes when re-designing a very sentimental piece, clients will be inclined to try and keep the design as close to the original one as possible. There is nothing wrong with this, sometimes a simple change of colour of the metal or a tweak here or there can make the world of difference. However, sometimes the motivation behind this can be to try and ‘honour’ the memories of the original piece. My advice is to remember that using the stones from a loved piece of jewellery is honouring it. Make sure that you love the new design and you will feel like you are paying homage to the memories. 4. Have your stones assessed before you have them set This is a perfect time to have your diamonds or gems weighed and assessed by a gemmologist and/or jeweller. Quite often well loved jewellery that has been handed down through the family has minimal paperwork or certificates. Now is a great time to request for this to be done.
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ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20
LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23
Education, exercise, travel and international connections are favoured this week, as you give your mind and body a thorough workout. Cast your net wide – you have much to learn and many exciting people to meet, and exotic places to visit. Single Rams, Venus visits your career zone from mid-week until January 3.
TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21
Bulls can be a lazy, languid bunch. With Mars marching through your work zone you need to blast out of your comfort zone and be professionally proactive. Retirees, do some volunteer work in your local community. Time to get off your beautiful bovine and make things happen. Confidence and chutzpah will take you far!
GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21
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It will be hard for others to keep up with you this week. You’re in Gemini gadfly mode, as the Sun stimulates your gregarious side and Jupiter revs up your mercurial mind. You’ve got work to tackle; appointments to keep; parties to attend; plans to initiate; books and blogs to read; plus much talking, texting and tweeting to do. Just make sure that, amidst the whirlpool of activity, you actually achieve something.
Venus decamps into your domestic zone so your relationship with a family member starts to improve, as you see things from their point-of-view. When it comes to your glorious goals for the future, don’t just talk about them Libra. Long-term plans require action to turn them into robust reality. It’s also a week to clean and de-clutter.
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CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22
SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21
Sagittarians are in super chatty mode! The Sun and Mercury hook up in your sign, which increases your curiosity and tendency to talk a lot. Jovial Jupiter then links up with Mercury and the Moon, which boosts your outer confidence, emotional wellbeing and sense of humour. You’re also keen to soak up overseas influences via travel, learning another language or connecting with friends.
CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20
Goats can work too hard and be grumpy. But, with vivacious Venus vamping into your sign, you’re feeling unusually flirtatious and fabulous, as you charm the cynics and dazzle the doubters. It will be easy to get what you want – and who you want – over the festive season if you stop being a control-freak and try a ‘softly-softly’ approach.
LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23
AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19
Jupiter is jumping through your sign, so it’s time to shine! You receive a welcome confidence boost on Friday as worries slide off you like water off a duck’s back. Whatever comes your way, you’ll handle it with plenty of aplomb and loquaciousness. Be inspired by Emily Dickinson “Find ecstasy in life; the mere sense of living is joy enough.”
Are you stuck in cruise control? Mighty Mars encourages you to be proactive about personal projects, as you work on being more motivated and assertive. Strive to be brazenly bold and beautiful. If you’re not confident about your talents, why should anyone else sing your praises? On Friday, aim to be generous and supportive.
VIRGO AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23
PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20
With Venus shifting into your friendship zone [from mid-week through until January 3] it’s time to give fair-weather friends the flick, as you focus on mates who support your endeavours and encourage your dreams. Friday is fabulous for business, travel, education and positive thinking.
This week many Pisceans are basking in the public spotlight in some way, as you get your message out loud and clear. Study and education are also highlighted, so make sure you exercise your brain cells and learn something new. Plus it’s time to boost your social media profile by connecting with more family, friends and colleagues.
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Are wonderful things happening to everyone else? Do you feel overlooked and under-appreciated? Avoid being a bitter sourpuss Scorpio. Saturn is in your sign so success has been slowed down. But that doesn’t mean it’s not going to happen. Be persistent and take a long-term view.
Crabs can be incredibly self-absorbed but the more you concentrate on the needs of others, the better the week will be. With love-planet Venus visiting your relationship zone [from mid-week until January 3] you’re feeling romantic. So it’s the perfect time to pamper your partner with lashings of love and extra TLC.
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Storm season is here, are you prepared? From now until March, Australians need to be wary of the extreme conditions that could damage their home or put their lives at risk. The government is urging residents to create plans and kits and ensure their families and properties are prepared for the upcoming wild weather. Here are five tips for preparing your home and family for the impending storm season: Have a stranded kit and an “I’m getting out of here” kit: When a storm hits, you often have two options – should I stay or should I go? Because of this, it is absolutely vital that you have preparations in place to support you, no matter your choice. If you leave, you will need an emergency kit stored somewhere convenient, like your car, that contains all the necessities for a quick getaway. Similarly, your ‘stay kit’ needs to act as a support if you find yourself cut off from the rest of the world due to flooding or landslides. Have a plan: Storms are largely unpredictable and can strike without warning. It is important that you and your family know what to do and where to meet if the weather gets extreme. In some cases, you will be unable to return to your home. This is why you should have emergency plans that include alternative meeting points for your family. Prepare your home: There are a number of ways you can ensure your home is ready to take the brunt of the storm, such as securing loose items and disconnecting the power if leaving the property. Another important consideration is taking out home and contents insurance. This will help you repair and recover from any storm damage, so you can get back into your property sooner rather than later. Keep watch: Through the coming months, it is essential that you stay vigilant. Have a radio on hand at all times and keep a close eye on weather reports. If a storm is heading your way, it will be easier to respond if you are aware. Be ready for anything: While most Australians understand the common risks of a tropical storm, the extreme summer weather conditions mean that anything could happen. It is important to be prepared not just for rain and wind, but also storms, bushfires and other damaging weather events.
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EMILY CAHILL Love your body, love yourself
Top 3 tips for good health? 1. Don’t work out because you feel as though you have too, it shouldn’t be a chore. Work out because you love yourself and your body. 2. One bad meal won’t hurt you or your progress, simply pick yourself back up and use it as motivation to work even harder the next day 3. And don’t forget to take a break! You don’t need to work out seven days a week, give yourself and your body some time to rest and recover.
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...
How do you stay motivated when it’s so easy to just ‘take it easy’? I find that making sure I’m in a positive mindset at the start of every day pushes me to want to not only work out but better myself.
on themselves and their bodies. The weight on the scales isn’t an indication of who you are as a person, and it doesn’t measure your fitness journey. Girls should be striving to achieve a healthy lifestyle, rather than the photo shopped, ‘perfect’ body from the cover of a magazine.
A daily ‘must do’? Remind yourself to be the best you can be. A little motivation and positive words can go a long way. Life’s far too short to be negative towards yourself and your body.
What do you consider the biggest benefit of being fit and healthy? The biggest benefit of being fit and healthy is being able to love yourself and your body. You know that you’re working hard to earn it and pushing past huge mental boundaries to get there.
Biggest health/fitness misconception? Teenage girls, these days, are far too harsh
What type of activity/exercise do you enjoy the most?
Freestyle – anything else you want to say? Working out for me is 100 per cent mental. Too often I tell myself that I can’t rather than I can. Through this journey I have learnt that I’m so much stronger than what I think, and I’m learning to believe in myself more and more each day. “We are not perfect human beings, nor should we pretend to be. But it is necessary for us to be the best versions of ourselves that we can be”.
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Weight training is definitely what I enjoy the most in the gym, deadlifts would have to be my favourite exercise. I’ve also recently started participating in SWEAT classes at the YMCA. I absolutely love the positive energy and everyone motivating each other to push through the workouts.
How does fitness feature in your life? As an ex-gymnast and now a gymnastics coach at the YMCA, living a healthy lifestyle has always been second nature to me. Working with the YMCA family has driven me to want to pursue a career in fitness. I absolutely love the positive energy that comes out of all of our fitness trainers and members, and I can’t wait to be able to help others reach their own fitness goals, both mentally and physically.
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Should kids be lifting weights? DAVID STEIN Owner & Manager of Fitec david@ fitec.com.au
Kids love having fun so why not hit the monkey bars instead of the gym to build strength?
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I’m often asked if kids doing weights is good or bad. People hear in many places that if you’re “too young” don’t lift “too much”. Some interesting research from breakingmuscle.com has shown us something very important to consider is the athlete’s age of peak height velocity (PHV). The PHV occurs when a person is growing the quickest. The average age for reaching PHV is 12 for girls and 14 for boys. Peak weight velocity normally follows shortly after PHV. Seems like you have to grow up before you grow out. The growth spurt can last anywhere from 1.5 years for fast developers to five years for slow developers. The PHV is the starting point for determining physical maturity and gives us a big clue of the best age to train the various athletic qualities. Strength, speed, flexibility, technique and endurance are all vital to athletes and peak at different ages. It is best for the athlete to develop each at the appropriate age. The window of opportunity for this is only so wide, though. If you train these aspects too late, the athlete will not reach full potential. Everyone grows at different rates, so it’s impossible to impose a single training program for an age range due to differences in the rate and timing of their growth. An important consideration is to decrease loading of the limbs and reduce high-intensity work to avoid overtraining and inflammation of the bone-tendon connections. During this ‘growing taller’ period the limb levers, especially, experience an increase in length. This is often the cause of the teenager’s awkward motor skills during this phase. But the muscles themselves do not respond well until later when peak weight velocity occurs, which allows the muscles to achieve greater size. Until then, these young people experience unfavourable leverage, this will also have an effect not only on less strength but also on technique. In addition, there is also increased risk of musculoskeletal and epiphyseal cartilage injury, so it is important to monitor and control training load during these phases of your kids’ growth stages. Remember kids love making it fun, playing on a set of monkey bars can build just as much strength as any fancy gym equipment can.
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NICOLE MCMILLAN Practice owner of Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic and the Western Sydney Cat Hospital
Storms can be a major problem for dogs, who often develop anxiety when one is approaching
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With all the recent wild weather, we thought it would be appropriate to discuss thunderstorm phobias in dogs. Thunderstorm phobias are one of the most common behavioural problems in dogs. It can be heartbreaking to watch a dog that is scared and their escalating levels of panic and agitation over something that they don’t understand. Thunderstorm phobias are real and should not be ignored. Dogs that are scared will often display behaviours such as pacing, panting, pawing, drooling, hiding or vocalising. In extreme situations, they can also be destructive. Helping dogs with storm phobias can be challenging, but patience and commitment will allow your dog to feel at ease when thunderstorms occur. Nurse Louisa, at our practice, has a 12-year-old Beagle named Wallace. Wallace has always been scared of storms and would run around the backyard and bark when a storm approached. The owners were not initially concerned about this as they thought his behaviour was normal. As Wallace got older, his anxiety associated with storms worsened. Wallace would sense an approaching storm and start panting, pacing around the house, pawing at the owners and would continuously bark. This became very distressing for the owners and their young child and it started to impact on the quality of life of both Wallace and his owners. Louisa then decided to take a proactive approach to help Wallace with his storm phobias. Louisa found the best thing that helped Wallace was the use of anti-anxiety medication. However, just like humans, Wallace needed to trial a few different medications before he found one that made him feel better. Louisa also had to slowly change the dose with every storm until she found a dose that made Wallace feel at ease. This process took the owner three to four months. Some dogs also find comfort by wearing snug fitting shirts. An example of this is a commercially available garment called the Thundershirt. Wallace wears his Thundershirt when he first starts to become anxious in the presence of a storm. The Thundershirt applies gentle but constant pressure on the dogs torso and this pressure has an amazing calming effect for many dogs. Any questions about your dogs behaviour? Call us on 4731 3055.
Not everyone was happy when Jesus was born. The Bible’s gospel of Matthew tells us when the wisemen came to Jerusalem looking for “the one who has been born king”, that King Herod, the ruler of the region, found the news so threatening, that he was determined to do all he could to remove what he saw as a challenge to his rule. Matthew tells us that the danger to baby Jesus and his family became so real, they were forced to flee to the nearby country of Egypt as refugees. Yet, Herod’s attitude is not unlike many today, who find Jesus’ claim to be King and Lord as a threat to their independence. We can see this, for example, in the Year 6 school boy who confidently asserts, “No one will be the boss of my life!” Or the adult who continually rejects Jesus’ legitimate claim on their life. What makes this sad and tragic, is that so many people dismiss Jesus without ever understanding the character of Jesus’ kingship. The Bible reveals that Jesus is a King who came into our world to serve and to lay down his life for us. Jesus did this to make forgiveness available for the fact we do not treat God as we should. But not only this, Jesus is the King of an eternal kingdom, which those who belong to it, experience and know eternal peace and joy; a freedom from all that is wrong in our world. The birth of Jesus the King, which we remember at Christmas, is in fact great news, not to be rejected or ignored, but news to be accepted with joy and thanksgiving.
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Charly waking up from a snooze
Charly eats almost anything, including lettuce. As an older dog she loves sleeping, cuddles and going for walks, even though she is tired after a short distance. She loves rides in the car too. Charly is an inside dog and hates being put outside. She hates getting wet, baths, being interrupted in the middle of a good sleep and the wind. She dislikes the wind
so much that she will bark at it. Ms Roberts said Charly has an interesting technique when hunting cockroaches. “It’s gross, but she somehow learned to squash cockroaches with her head,” she said. “Having Charly around has made me realise how much our pets need our love and care, and shown me how they become part of the family.” Ms Roberts added that Charly had a few health issues including arthritis in her back legs and some liver problems.
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A new discussion paper released by Alzheimer’s Australia suggests that people with dementia should remain physically active, as it has a number of benefits. The paper, supported by Anglican Retirement Villages, has led Alzheimer’s Australia to urge health and aged care providers and governments to ensure that physical activity is encouraged in seniors, despite the barriers that may be presented. The report not only found that physical activity has benefits, as reported by people with dementia and their carers, but that physical activity is often difficult to do, with barriers such as inappropriately designed residential aged care facilities or risk averse cultures getting in the way. “We know that physical activity has many benefits for people of all ages, including better physical and mental health,” said CEO of Alzheimer’s Australia NSW The Hon. John Watkins. “This is also the case for people living with a diagnosis of dementia. Regular exercise and physical activity can help improve things like coordination and balance and create a better sense of wellbeing.” He added that it can also help in creating stronger social connections.
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home or similar facility where their freedom would be restricted. “We have three functions through the year where we recognise our volunteers. It is important because they are our lifeblood – we wouldn’t be able to have this service for the people of the Penrith LGA if we didn’t have volunteers,” said Nepean Food Services Operations Manager Ditte Kozak. For many of the volunteers, like Jo Stephenson who has been volunteering for Nepean Food Services for six years, carrying out the work of the organisation brings them great joy. “We all love coming and doing this. I like meeting old people, it is a good thing to do for the community and one day when I get old, hopefully someone will bring me food,” Ms Stevenson, who volunteers seven days a fortnight, said. “It feels really good to be formally recognised. It is nice to know that we are appreciated, though we do get told quite regularly by staff here how much we are appreciated.” She said that over her years of volunteering with the organisation, she has come to see how essential and important their work really is. “Without this service, a lot of them would be starving, a lot of them wouldn’t have food and a lot of them would have to go in to care because they can’t do things for themselves,” she said.
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Monday December 8th at 6:30pm at Penrith Senior Citizens Centre, 86 Station Street, Penrith For most people Christmas is a joyous time with family and friends and to reflect on the year that is ending and the one that is about to begin. However for someone whose loved one has passed away, the Christmas season can be a distressing time. Whether the loss is a recent one, or even when several years have passed, the traditions of Christmas often exacerbate feelings of loneliness and the sense that something is missing.
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Naval museum to open this weekend Naval past preserved thanks to new museum KATHERINE TWEED @ktweed_
ustralia’s naval history is about to get much more accessible for the people of Penrith, with the official opening of the Nepean Naval Museum this weekend. Located at 40-42 Bruce Neale Drive, Penrith, the museum is home to a collection of pieces from the country’s past, including model ships, preserved uniforms, flags and even a watertight door from the HMAS Melbourne. Clarrie Shaw, President of the Nepean Blue Mountains Naval Association of Australia branch, spent part of his 20-year career with the Royal Australian Navy on the Melbourne. Mr Shaw said that the public’s fascination with the navy and its history has not changed since his years of service and that is why the museum will be a great addition to the Penrith community. “Back then when we would pull in to port on the HMAS Melbourne, we would allow the public to have a look inside the ship. We would open it up on a Saturday and Sunday and would see thousands of
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Party Plan Selling
RICHARD MUELLER BRICKLAYER
Gardeners
Electrical Contractors
WESTAR ELECTRICAL SERVICES "Your local sparky" – Quality work at a reasonable price – Phone Today for a free quote! Call Brandon on 0423950555
Looking to do small jobs
0403 888 028
Penrith Valley Garden Care
All garden and lawn services provided including: * Mowing and edging * Bindi and weed eradication * Lawn fertilisation * Watering system installation * General cleanup * Tree pruning
A&B ELECTRICAL SERVICES. All types of work: Commercial-Domestic-Industri al. FREE QUOTES. Quality Workmanship Guaranteed. Call Allan on 0458 093 355.
Lic 83907c
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Pest Control
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WESTERN SYDNEY PEST CONTROL. German Cockroach Specialist.Best Prices. Call Stephen on 0411 748 664.
Lic No 236464C
Call us today - 4737 9990
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Qu ot NO job too es big or too small Fully insured FREE SAFETY INSPECTION with any electrical Installation
Call Steve 0425 350 721 WW13866
Gutter Cleaning
Pet Care Services
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ABC SEAMLESS GUTTER DISCOUNTERS All Types of Gutters Installed Continuous Aluminium Colorbond Zincalume Leaf Guard Specials
Box Cutter Metal Roofing Rainwater Tanks
Reliable Services & Competitive Prices
9748 3022 www.abcseamless.com.au
Licence No. 173676c
DESIGN • INSTALL • MAINTAIN
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Local Penrith based electrical Company specialising in: • Lighting repairs & installs • 3 in 1 Heaters • Hot water repairs & installs • Power Points • Switchboard upgrades • 24 Hr Emergency Service Available • TV & Phone Outlets • Ceiling Fans • Seniors card accepted • Smoke Alarms • Oven repairs & installs • Mobile EFTPOS available
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Home Maintenance & Repairs
SMS CODE H O M 0 3 LIONEL BROWN PTY LTD All handyman services 25 years experience.Fully Licensed builder, best prices. Call Lionel on 0449 981 141.
FREE QUOTES PROMPT, RELIABLE SERVICE Mobile 0414 833 356 Phone/Fax 9833 3563
TOOL TIME HOME MAINTENANCE Carpentry; hanging doors; installation of locks; decking; skirting boards – Tiling; update your verandah, porch , kitchen or bathroom.Call David 0414923344
BRICKLAYING, HANDYMAN & GARDEN SERVICES Frank & Olly’s
Licence No. 95571C ABN 70 510 279 284
ABC BUILDING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES Fully licensed professional carpentry, Kitchen flooring, Gyprocking, Painting, Bathroom, Domestic & Commercial. Available 7 Days. Call Mathew on 0433 202 202.
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Lic No. 221280C
30 YEARS EXPERIENCE FULLY INSURED & FREE QUOTES
• Paving • Tiling • Carpentry
WHEN QUALITY COUNTS
KOUTS 24HR ELECTRICAL SERVICE All Youe Electrical Needs Best Prices In Sydney Domestic-Commercial. Call jonny on 0415 382 408.
Floor Covering Layers
SMS CODE F L O 0 1 PARRAMATTA TIMBER FLOORS PTY LTD Laminate Solid Timber floors Floating floors Engineered Floors Bamboo flooring pre-finished timber flooring parquetry Fully Insured. Call Tom now on 0414913210
0409 393 243 or 4735 1175 www.frankandolly.com
PAWS & PLAY PENRITH Because your best-friend deserves the best treatment. Pet Sitting, Dog Walking & pet Relaxation Massage. Free Consultation Available. Call Larissa on 0404 752 634.
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CHARLIE OF ALL TRADES All Handyman Services Best Prices.Call Charlie On 0422905677 HANDYMAN Lawn mowing, General handyman services, General maintenance services. High pressure cleaning and gutter cleaning. Affordable prices. Call Craig on 0400 338 408.
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•Lawns •Garden •Pruning Hedges •Rubbish removal •Gutter cleaning •High Pressure cleaning All Areas covered
Call John 0427 784 815
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S & D PROPERTY CARE. Because we Care For all your lawn, garden & handyman needs. Fully insured. Reliable. We do everything.All Work Guaranteed. Call Steve on 0448 186 879.
Pet Care Services
ATTENTION SENIORS RING TO CLAIM YOUR SENIORS DISCOUNT ON CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Call 4722 2998 TODAY
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John Newham
KIDS FUNNY PHOTO BOOTH STYLE PARTIES OR PRINCESS PAMPER PARTIES. All at affordable low pricing. Based in Western Sydeny but willing to travel. www.partyfunphotos.com.au. Call Linda on 0415 550 251.
Lawn Mowing Services
* Hedge trimming * Gutter cleaning * Bushfire hazard reduction * Removal of all clippings
Call Steve on 4735 3142 or 0416 116 602
SMS CODE P A R 0 1
FREE QUOTES
Photographers-General
SMS CODE P H O 0 1 WESTERN SYDNEY PHOTOGRAPHER Looking to help update portraits, capture special moments and photograph events. All affordable prices. Call Kylie on 042 316 133.
Sydney’s Best Prices - 7 Days a Week - No Obligation FREE Quotes
Call Shane 0411 704 302
Licence No. 189585C ABN: 49559903646
With Every New Driveway FREE Excavataion and Removal of Old Driveway WW14303
Specialists in all Aspect of Concrete work • Driveway • House Slabs • Patios • Paths Plumbers & Gasfitters
Rubbish Removers
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Tree Felling & Stump Removal
Swimming Pools
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LOCAL PLUMBER WW303
PLUMBER, DRAINER, GASFITTER
roof plumber, backflow & rpz testing
• Swimming pool service and maintenance • We service, maintain, repair & renovate • Casual, regular & holiday servicing.
Call Chris on 0404 478 487
FULL MOBILE SERVICE
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Call 1300 785 845 or Book online at binbuddies.com.au
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NEPEAN MAINTENANCE PLUMBING
Lic No. 4715C
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ATTENTION SENIORS RING TO CLAIM YOUR SENIORS DISCOUNT ON CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING
Water & Gas Service Repair Blocked Drains Hotwater Heaters Backflow & TMV Testing Full Plumbing Maintenance
CALL GREG NOW ON: WW10899 0400 873 805
SMS CODE W A T 0 3 BETTERSEAL WATERPROOFING Bathroom renovations and Waterproofing. 10 year guarantee on waterproofing. Prompt and reliable service. Affordable prices. Lic # 195979C. Call John on 0433 811 018.
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2m, 3m, 4m, 6m, 10m & 13m
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BIN SIZES AVAILABLE
Waterproofing Contractors
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.
ALL WASTE TYPES
Light Domestic / Green Waste Light Construction Heavy Mix Bricks / Concrete
ELEVATED ARBOR CARE All aspects of tree work. Free Quotes. Fully insured. Taking arbor care to the next level. Call Steve on 0438 247 740.
GIVE YOUR POOL THE CARE IT DESERVES
24hrs/7 days a week all areas , free quotes pensioner and senior discounts lic. 251075c
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4735 5322 Shop 2/133 Russell Street, Emu Plains
For your convenience We accept!
Call 4722 2998 TODAY
DO YOU WANT TO REACH OVER 229,000 HOMES EVERY WEEK? ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN OUR GROUP OF NEWSPAPERS
With Every New Driveway
FREE Excavation and Removal of Old Driveway
Call Shane 0411 704 302 “Where quality, service & great prices come together” Licence No. 189585C
Specialists in all Aspect of Concrete work • Driveway • House Slabs • Patios • Paths • Residential • Commercial • Industrial
ABN: 49559903646
LET US TRANSFORM THE LOOK OF YOUR PRIDE & JOY & BE THE ENVY OF YOUR STREET Sydney’s Best Prices - 7 Days a Week - No Obligation FREE Quotes
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DO YOU WANT TO REACH OVER 229,000 HOMES EVERY WEEK? ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN OUR GROUP OF NEWSPAPERS
UNBELIEVABLE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SPECIALS
We are happy to work together with all Government and Private Agencies
1 HOUR
FREE ANY PACKAGE *
EXCLUDING $200 PACKAGE
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PLUS HIRE THE CAR FOR RTA TEST
ONE HOUR
$
LESSON NORMALLY
LIMITED TIME
$60
*Must Pay Upfront. Limits apply to frequency of lessons for Package Deals. Must present coupon. Valid to 19/10/14.
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*Must Pay Upfront. Limits apply to frequency of lessons for Package Deals. Must present coupon. Valid to 19/10/14.
DRIVING SCHOOL laladrivingschool.com.au
BEFORE EI BURNOU UT!
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laladrivingschool@yahoo.com
* CONDITIONS: Turbulent rate is $60. Must pay upfront on packages and must mention this Ad. Limits apply to frequency of lesson for package deals. WW14599
DO YOU WANT TO REACH OVER 229,000 HOMES EVERY WEEK? ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN OUR GROUP OF NEWSPAPERS POSITIONS VACANT
PUBLIC NOTICES
GARAGE SALES
Garage Sale (no early birds)
Clothes, Homewares, Tableclothes, Toys, Bric a Brac, Tools ALL MUST GO - Great Bargins
Thank you from the family of
FIRE SERVICES TECHNICIAN
Katherine Francine Vowels
ADULT SERVICES
21/10/1966 – 24/11/14
The successful applicant will be an energetic “people person” who is well organized, can implement all Australian Standards and building codes and can communicate well with clients and staff alike.
Immediate start with most work in Penrith/Western suburbs Send your resume NOW to : lea@hix.com.au Enquiries to: Shane Watts, Manager :0415 478 902
A part of
ORANGE NEW SOUTH WALES
Requires Ladies, for our five star establishment. Accommodation available, great rates.
In some small way, every single day Precious memories of her will come our way Unseen and unheard, but always near Her divine spirit is just as dear
Ph: 63 628 520 0416 207 887
We take comfort in your kind and thoughtful Expression of sympathy It is deeply appreciated and gratefully acknowledged Thank you for all your love and support in memory of Kathy A beautiful daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend.
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Attractive wages and allowances, vehicle, uniforms, mobile phone and electronic tablet provided. We also offer further training via FPA to upskill our team.
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We are seeking an EXPERIENCED Fire Services Technician to join our PENRITH BASED team to carry out all aspects of Essential Fire Services testing , inspection, maintenance and repairs including Extinguishers, Pumps, FIP, EWIS, Hose Reels, Fire Doors etc for a range of clients including Local Council, Strata Clients, commercial and industrial.
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8 Jimbi Place, Glemore Park 8am - 2pm
Call our Classified section on 8039 2827
FREE ENTRY S N O O N R E T F A Y A D SUN FROM DECEMBER
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