West Life September 5

FRI 5 SEP 2014 • Issue 1169

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You’ll be toe-tapping like it’s an Irish pub of old

ver the last few decades there have been several major Irish music and dance productions touring the globe. Shows like ‘Riverdance’ and ‘Lord of The Dance’ have delighted audiences and promoted Irish music to the masses. But for producer Eric Dessauvages there was always something missing from these shows.

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“The audience gets in the show much quicker.”

The music for the show is played on traditional Irish instruments, like the Bodhran, an Irish drum, the fiddle and the uilleann pipes, a traditional Irish bag pipe.

Along with the musicians there are 18 Irish Dancers on stage performing group and solo numbers.

The talent here is clearly strong, with many of the dancers having toured with shows like ‘Lord of the Dance’ and ‘Riverdance’, as well as being placed in the top 10 during the 2013 World Championship of Irish Dancing in London.

When choosing who can perform in the show, Dessauvages likes to ensure that the dancers have a strong link to the Irish culture.

“All the dancers and musicians started to learn music and dance when they were four or five-years-old. So they all have the same kind of backgrounds and come from a very long cultural history. And it means something for them as well,” he said.

Though he receives many resumes from people around the world who practice Irish dance, Dessauvages prefers to involve performers who have grown up in Ireland.

“For the artist this background corresponds to a very strong cultural aspect of the Irish culture,” he said.

“It really means a lot for them. They are pushed by their families to do that. It’s a very old tradition, which is repeated generation after generation. Nobody knew that before ‘Riverdance’ and ‘Lord of the Dance’.”

For Dessauvages the aim of the ‘Celtic

Legends’ production is simple. Give audiences an experience they would only find in Ireland.

“The idea is to recreate the ambience you would have on a Saturday night in an Irish pub in Ireland with people playing music and a few dancers, but of course we’ve got a much bigger production because we have 24 artists on stage,” he said.

The success of Irish productions surely says something about the connection audiences feel to Irish music. Dessauvages believes it’s the energy that sets their music apart from that of other countries.

“The music is very, very lively,” he said.

Though the ‘Celtic Legends’ have performed for more than a million people around the globe over the last decade, this will be the first time the production has made it to Australia. Talking to Dessauvages you can tell that he is excited to finally be able to bring the show to our shores.

“We are very happy with it. It’s going to be a tough tour because it’s two months on the road, 55 performances in 40 different places, but it’s going to be fantastic.

We are really all delighted and impatient to be there,” he said.

“I’m quite sure the audience will be fantastic because I’ve had the chance to go to Australia a couple of times and the Australian people are lovely, fantastic, very good – so this is another reason why we are excited to get there.”

‘Celtic Legends’ will be performing at the Evan Theatre on Monday, October 20.

Tickets are $55 to $75. To purchase tickets visit www.penrith.panthers.com.au or for more information call 4720 5555.

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“When I saw the success of ‘Riverdance’ and ‘Lord of the Dance’, which are really fantastic shows, I thought it was a bit of a shame that those shows were made as Americanised productions,” he said.

This prompted Dessauvages to get together with friends, musicians and choreographers to come up with something a little different to the shows that were touring at the time.

“We thought about creating a real show, a traditional show like you would see in Ireland with live music,” the producer explained.

And so in 2001 ‘Celtic Legends’ was born in Connemara, a beautiful area in the west of Ireland. The show features traditional Irish dance and music, which is presented live, something that gives ‘Celtic Legends’ a more stripped back and authentic feel.

“That makes a huge difference during the performance because it’s based on live music and there’s musicians and dancers on stage, there’s a better interaction with the audience,” Dessauvages said.

It is a very old tradition that is repeated generation after generation

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Show producer Eric Dessauvages says his Irish dance troupe ‘Celtic Legends’ is unlike any other because his performers have strong connections to the Irish tradition

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GET INVOLVED TODAY

VOLUNTEERS While growing up we are faced with numerous choices on the direction of our lives such as career options, education, marriage, religion and more. The moral and ethical landscape encompassing the decisions we make can seem like a minefield of good and bad choices.

To lie or not to lie? - is it wrong to break a promise? Is it only wrong if you get caught?

While the conscience may be torn on some of life’s big ethical questions; and community attitudes and public prejudices can make these decisions even more daunting at times, it is important to know that there is support out there.

Primary Ethics held its first ethics class in February 2011 and has now grown to become an organisation that has 1,500 active volunteers including mums and dads, grandparents and other members of the wider community teaching or organising ethics classes for 20,000 children in 300 schools. Penrith RSL has partnered with Primary Ethics to bring ethics classes to children in the Penrith local government area. This Primary Ethics solution is offered

to public school children who don't go to Scripture classes.

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This is a great way for the kids who don’t go to religion classes to learn how to think about ethical issues.

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Trained volunteers teach the Primary Ethics curriculum. Children are taught the basic principles of decision making that helps them determine what is right or wrong, or good or bad in most given situations.

Children sit in a circle and through the use of 'give-and-take' discuss modern ethical topics. Children are provided with material such as stories and pictures, then the trained Ethics Teachers promote conversations between the children and their peers. Individual topics are taught over a period of two or more lessons.

Primary Ethics is a charity that creates curriculum and attracts, recruits, vets and

trains volunteers to organise and teach ethics classes for NSW public primary school children - and they need your help.

Primary Ethics needs volunteers to organise and run classes in local public schools and Penrith RSL is behind them. We are encouraging staff to volunteer and get the wider community involved.

Penrith RSL has partnered with Primary Ethics to help spread the word in the area – and also to encourage its staff to volunteer. Karen Harrison, HR manager at Penrith RSL, has volunteered to teach at Kingswood Public School on one of her non-work days. “I think these ethics classes are a wonderful initiative,” says Ms Harrison. “I have three adult daughters and a grandchild on the way. I want my family to live in a community with values and ethics. This is a great way for the kids who don’t go to religion classes to learn how to think about ethical issues.”

To find out how to volunteer to be an Ethics Teacher or an Ethics Coordinator, head over to The Primary Ethics website

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Best International Act returns home lues artist Ash Grunwald has certainly made his presence felt on the music scene, with the singer/songwriter recently taking out the award for Best International Act at the LA Music Critic Awards.

Since releasing his first album ‘Intro-

B DARREN PERCIVAL ROOTY HILL RSL SAT, SEPTEMBER 13 performer Darren Percival has developed a charm and stage presence that has seen him woo audiences across the country.

Darren Percival will be performing at Rooty Hill RSL on Saturday, September 13. Tickets are $35. For more information or to purchase tickets call 9625 5500 or visit www.rootyhillrsl.com.au.

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ducing Ash Grunwald’ back in 2002 the 37-year-old musician has been delighting listeners with his soulful tunes and infectious energy.

After touring the US with good friend and fellow Aussie Xavier Rudd in June

and July, Ash is back home and in the middle of a national tour that will include a stop off at Parramatta’s Collector Hotel.

In the 12 years since his first release Ash has produced seven studio albums in total including his most recent release, 2013’s ‘Gargantua’, which saw him collaborate with Scott Owen and Andy Strachan from Aussie rock group The Living End. The album features a mix of original tracks, cover songs and reworkings of some of Ash’s most popular tracks.

Ash Grunwald will be performing at Collector Hotel on Friday, September 19. Tickets are $25 plus booking fee. To purchase tickets visit www.oztix.com.

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arren Percival has been quite busy since he was crowned runner up on the 2012 season of ‘The Voice’.

Since his time on the show the soulsinger and accomplished entertainer has released two albums ‘Happy Home’ and ‘Tribute to Ray Charles’.

With the release of his latest album ‘Lovelife’ Darren is back on the road, bringing his music to audiences at Rooty Hill RSL this September.

The album surely lives up to its title with tracks like ‘Are You Ready For Love’, ‘To Love Somebody’, ‘Make You Feel My Love’, ‘All You Need Is Love’ and of course the title track ‘Lovelife’. This is definitely one for the romantics out there.

The tour will feature original tracks like ‘We Danced All Night’ as well as classics from artists including The Bee Gees, Elton John, The Beatles and Norah Jones.

Darren’s musical skills reach far beyond his singing ability. He has also been an adopter of a technique called live looping, where an artist will record vocal sounds live on stage, which are then layered to create the sound of a live band. He performs this unique looping sound under an alter-ego known as ‘Mr Percival’.

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Roll the Dice and stir up some controversy hen it comes to controversial American comedians, aside from the late, great Lenny Bruce, there are few who can hold a candle to Andrew Dice Clay. Since he first stepped on stage at a Brooklyn comedy club in the late 1970s, he has courted controversy pretty much everywhere – most notably being banned for life on MTV after a ribald appearance at the 1989 MTV Video Music Awards. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying that The Diceman is a heavyweight of comedy – holding the honour of selling out two nights at Madison Square Garden.

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Can’t get enough ockers The Love Junkies certainly haven’t wasted any time when it comes to releasing music. Their first EP – ‘Flight Test’ – was released in April this year and on September 5 the Perth trio will release their second EP, ‘Blowing On the Devil’s Strumpet’.

To celebrate the guys will be heading off on a tour around the country, including a stop off at Tattersalls Hotel on Friday, September 19.

The Perth three piece have had a pretty big year, including four Australian tours along with shows in Vietnam and Singapore. This year has also seen the guys sign with Siiick Records, a German-based label and in 2013 The Love Junkies took out Rock Act of the Year, Drummer / Percussionist of the Year and Breakthrough Act at the West Australian Music Awards.

The new EP was recorded and produced in Perth, at the historic Astor Theatre.

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Now, Clay will be heading our way for the first time ever to give Australian audiences a taste of his explicit, boundary pushing humour.

“I play in Vegas a lot and I’ve had a lot of you Aussies come up to me and tell me that I should get my ass down there, so I figured it was about time,” he said.

“And, you know what? I’m gonna give you guys exactly what you want. I’m a big believer in giving the people what they’re paying for so I’ll just say that these shows are going to be as hardcore as I’ve ever been.”

Arguably the world’s first rock and roll comedian, Andrew Dice Clay’s star rose at a meteoric pace in the 1980s. After gaining name for himself at various comedy clubs in New York and LA, and focusing on creating the “Dice” character (that first appeared in the 1984 flick ‘Making the Grade’), his big break

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ANDREW DICE CLAY ENMORE THEATRE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8 came in 1988 when he did a seven minute set at Rodney Dangerfield’s comedy club. From there, he snagged his own special on HBO, the starring role in one of the most underrated comedies of all time – ‘The Adventures of Ford Fairlane’ – and such massive gigs as Madison Square Garden and performing in front of the largest audience ever for a comedian, alongside Guns and Roses at the 1992 Rose Bowl.

While comedy has always been his main creative outlet, Clay has courted both the silver and small screen since he first stepped on stage.

Full House set for a shock revival?

The best news ever broke last week that my favourite show growing up ‘Full House’ is set for a revival. Yes, the show that brought us the Olsen Twins and John Stamos could return to our screens in the not too distant future with most of the original cast back on deck. It’s also understood, Warner Bros, who made the show from 1987-1995 is also keen on the idea.

Castmates looking to return to the new series of ‘Full House’ include John Stamos (Uncle Jesse), Candace Cameron (D.J), Jodie Sweetin (Stephanie) and Andrea Barber (Kimmy) while Bob Saget (Danny) and Dave Coulier (Joey) are involved in some way also.

Unfortunately, it’s unlikely the Olsen Twins will return though. They seem to have very much moved on.

Dancing with the Stars announced their latest celebrity dancers last week with Lynne McGranger (Irene on ‘Home and Away’), Mark Holden (‘Australian Idol’ judge) and Ricki-Lee Coulter headlining the series. Torah Bright, Eamon Sullivan and Matt Cooper are also there.

Tragic news last week after an audio technician working on the long running TV series ‘Cops’ was accidently shot and killed by police when the show was filming a robbery in Nebraska. The man, Bryce Dion, had been working on the hit show for seven years.

Long-running show ‘Boardwalk Empire’ returns to Showcase this Monday, September 8 express from US. The hit HBO series, which will embark on its fifth and final season, will air at 5.30pm with a primetime replay later that night.

It will jump forward seven years for its final episodes.

Huge news for fans of the mega hit ‘Friends’ with plans underway to bring Central Perk, the famous coffee shop in the series, to life. In honour of the show’s 20th anniversary, a real exact replica of Central Perk will pop up in New York City for one month serving free coffee.

THEATRE

Passion, comedy and a little fantasy

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enrith Musical Comedy Company is putting the final touches on its production of ‘Legally Blonde’, which opens next Friday at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre.

The musical is based on the novel Legally Blonde by Amanda Brown and the hit 2001 film of the same name. It tells the story of Elle Woods, the ditzy party-hard blonde who enrols at Harvard Law School to win back her ex-boyfriend.

Penrith Musical Comedy Company’s Grant Jones said the show is expected to be a hit with audiences. “‘Legally Blonde’ is just a really fun musical and audiences will leave the theatre with the biggest smile on their faces,” Jones said.

“We have assembled a great cast for the NSW Amateur Premiere of the show and rehearsals have been an absolute blast… we can’t wait!”

Legally Blonde plays at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre in Penrith from September 12.

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Directed by Anthony Brown, the show is a gothic mystery set in 1937 and follows the story of Mrs Venable, who is dealing with the death of her son Sebastian.

Catherine Holly, the niece of Mrs Venable, is accused of being insane when she recounts the truth behind Sebastian’s death. His mother will do anything to run from the secrets of Sebastian’s life, including threatening to lobotomise Catherine.

‘Suddenly, Last Summer’ has something for everyone, suspense, passion, and lyrical dialogue with both real and fantasy elements.

It’s an intense play which will surely have audiences captivated with the mystery and secrets that lie beneath the surface.

‘Suddenly, Last Summer’ is suitable for those over the age of 15.

SUDDENLY, LAST SUMMER JOHN LEES CENTRE SAT, SEPTEMBER 13, 20 & 27 Suddenly, Last Summer will be on at the John Lees Centre on Saturday, September 13, 20 and 27. Performances will be at 2pm and 8pm.

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f you’re looking for a night out at the theatre then why not head down to see Ruby Productions present Tennessee Williams’ ‘Suddenly, Last Summer’ at the John Lees Centre this September.

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Learn a new skill for Father’s Day f you’ve ever wanted to learn to play the harmonica here’s your chance.

The Blue Tongue Harmonica School is holding beginner workshops for those who are looking to learn the basics of the harmonica, putting you on track to be able to play classic Blues music.

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15 mins South of Penrith The workshops are led by Captain Bluetongue, an experienced harmonica performer and teacher who has a passion for this fun instrument.

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They are easy to play and can be carried around with you, just in there is an opportune moment for you to show off your skills.

For the dad that has it all this workshop is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Father’s Day in a unique way.

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Gig Guide 05-14.09.2014 Friday, September 5 Jalepeno Deluxe Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Totally Covered Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Cambridge Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4732 6373 Shuffle Boys Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Acoustic Soloist Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 4.30pm 4721 5666 DJ Stu 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 Christie Lamb Venue: Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Safari Suits Venue: Terrace Bar at Penrith Panthers Free entry, 8pm 4720 5555

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Saturday, September 6 The Michael Buble Show Venue: Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers $10-$35, 7pm 4720 5555 The Buddy Holly Show Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $10-$15, 8pm 9625 5500 Masterpiece Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200

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The Beatels Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $7.50-$10.50, 8pm 9830 0600 Urban Stone Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Rock Monster Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 2060 3 Rams Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 ROCK n’ ROLL Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1211 Matt Jones (Duo) Venue: Terrace Bar at Penrith Panthers Free entry, 9pm 4720 5555 Sunday, September 7 Aly Cook Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $5, 8pm 9625 5500 Jonny V’s ‘57 Heaven Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Martin Lincke Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4577 3396 Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 Karaoke Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 5pm 4721 2060 Friday, September 12 Derek Ryan Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $30, 8pm 9625 5500 Legally Blonde The Musical Venue: The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre $20-$35, 8pm

THE MICHAEL BUBLE SHOW @ EVAN THEATRE AT PENRITH PANTHERS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 7PM 4723 7600 Get Rocked Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Saints Alight Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4732 6373 The Khats Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Backlash Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Acoustic Soloist Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 4.30pm 4721 5666

DJ Stu 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 Saturday, September 13 1 Year of Rock ‘n’ Roll Venue: Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 6pm

4732 6373 Darren Percival Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $35, 8pm 9625 5500 Foxy Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Sydney’s Hotshots Venue: Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers $32.11, 7.30pm 4720 5555 Sound City Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Skeltones Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 2060 Limited Edition Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Legally Blonde The Musical Venue: The Joan $20-$35, 2pm and 8pm 4723 7600 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 ROCK n’ ROLL Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1211 Shaylee Wilde Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 Sunday, September 14 Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 Drew Venue: Terrace Bar at Penrith Panthers Free entry, 2pm 4720 5555 Matchbox Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Karaoke Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 5pm 4721 2060

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Music INTO THE STORM RATED TBC Starring: Sarah Wayne Callies, Richard Armitage and Jeremy Sumpter Now screening at Hoyts Penrith THE MONUMENTS MEN RATED M

Starring: George Clooney, Matt Damon and Bill Murray Though we hear many different war stories of courage and bravery, ‘The Monuments Men’ takes a look at the true story of a World War II platoon, who had a rather unique mission. The Monuments Men were a group of seven art historians, curators and museum directors who were given the task of going into Germany to rescue important artworks from the hands of the Nazis, who wished to destroy each and every masterpiece before the Reich fell. In the process the men put their lives at risk to ensure the safe return of these cultural artefacts to their rightful owner. The Monuments Men are played by a star studded line-up including George Clooney, Matt Damon, John Goodman, Bill Murray, Bob Balaban, Hugh Bonneville and Jean Dujardin. Joining them is Aussie actress Cate Blanchett as Rose Valland – curator at Paris’ Jeu de Paume Museum – who helped provide information on the whereabouts of the artworks, which had been stored by the Nazis’ at the museum.

If you are a fan of action or disaster movies then ‘Into The Storm’ will be right up your alley. The film sees the town of Silverton dealing with the mother of all storms, a combination of several unpredictable tornadoes that have joined forces to wreck havoc on the town. The residents of Silverton are forced to battle against the elements, trying to survive long enough to make it through the deadly storm. While some are running for cover, a group of stormchasers are risking their lives to get closer to the group of tornadoes.

The story is told through footage from townspeople, thrill-seekers and storm chasers, which helps to give film goers a new experience, putting them right in the eye of this mega storm.

The cast includes ‘The Hobbit’ star Richard Armitage as Vice Principal, football coach and English teacher at Silverton High School, who must race through the deadly storm in an attempt to find his lost son.

‘Into The Storm’ was directed by Steven Quale.

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THE KOOKS LISTEN Out Now Fans of The Kooks rejoice! The Brit rockers are back with a new album, their fourth release titled ‘Listen’. It’s been three years since their previous release, 2011’s ‘Junk of the Heart’ and in that time the guys have acquired a new band mate, drummer Alexis Nunez who took over from Paul Garred in 2012.

The band, which formed in 2004 in Sussex has gained success around the globe with stand out tracks like ‘Naive’ and ‘Seaside’ but now it’s time to try something new.

‘Down’ is the first single to be released from the album and it sure is a catchy little ditty. It’s definitely a different direction for The Kooks but boy has the risk paid off. This is a stand out feel good R ‘n’ B influenced track with a grove that makes you want to dance. Second single ‘Around Town’ is a blend of rock and funk influences and is another standout track, while third single ‘Bad Habit’ is smooth upbeat rock at its best, a sound that The Kooks always do so well.

After listening to the tracks that have been released so far it’s clear that this is not the same Kooks that fans will recognise from the band’s first album, 2006’s ‘Inside In/Inside Out’. But when the new sound is this good does it really matter.

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hen dining out it can be tricky to find somewhere that serves fresh, healthy meals.

But with new dining spots like Nutrition Station in Emu Plains opening up, the search for tasty, nutritious food is now a lot easier.

Nutrition Station is a franchise that offers diners a range of eat in and takeaway options that are not only delicious but also offer a healthier alternative to traditional takeaway options.

For breakfast there’s something for everyone, whether you feel like a light option such as seasonal fruit salad or paleo granola, or you’re after a cooked breakfast like the NU big breakfast or the smashed avocado on quinoa toast with free range eggs.

When it comes to lunch there’s a nutritious version of everyone’s favourite, the good old burger. The beef burger uses lean organic mince, baby spinach, avocado, tomato, beetroot, NU homemade tomato relish and is served on your choice of wholemeal or gluten free bun. If you’re not a fan of red meat there’s the chicken burger with free range chicken breast.

Nutrition Station also offers NU Meals where diners can create their own meal from a range of protein, carbohydrate and vegetable or salad options.

On the kids section of the menu you won’t find the usual fish ‘n’ chips and

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Nutrition Station Takeaway looks very different at this new dining spot, with the focus on healthy, deliciously fresh meals greasy fish fingers. Nutrition Station offers the little ones dishes including eggs and soldiers or grilled chicken tenders with carrot and celery sticks, with more options to be added to the menu in the future.

Of course a healthy diet includes a little treat every now and then so why not try

one of the raw vegan treats like the vegan cheesecake provided by local company Rawsome Creations.

Nutrition Station also offers a range of protein pancakes, protein shakes, acai bowls, organic coffee and herbal teas.

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he Adelaide Hills’ Chain of Ponds have chosen an unusual name for their Pinot Grigio – Amelia’s Letter – and there’s an equally unusual story behind it. Back in the late 1880s at Chain of Ponds, about 30 kilometres out of Adelaide, blacksmith and wheelwright James Caust decided to visit family in homeland Cornwall after the death of his wife, and on the long sailing trip to Southampton penned a letter to his youngest daughter, Amelia. It was a long, touching and humorous account of his journey and was written in quaint Cornish.

That 126-year old Letter survives to this day, and Chain of Ponds have dedicated the name Amelia’s Letter to their annual Pinot Grigio wines since 2010.

Their latest, the 2013, is a lovely drop with a pear and ripe peach intensity coupled with a touch of apple, wonderful minerality and a creamy finish. Great buying at $22 to enjoy with oven-baked salmon or a roasted pork tenderloin.

One to note: Barbera is the second most widely grown variety in Italy, but it wasn’t until the 1960s that it was established here, with the first vines planted at Mudgee in NSW and from there introduced later into the Hunter Valley by Andrew Margan.

Today Andrew’s Margan White Label Barbera is a wine you can happily buy now and drink now as they do in Barbera’s homeland, but will also develop wonderfully well with anything up to 10 years or more in the cellar. Beautifully savoury on the palate with a somewhat red currant tartness, good acid and finegrained tannins, it’s well worth the $40.

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AUGUST 30 AND 31, PENRITH PACEWAY

ast weekend saw hordes of visitors flock to the 171st Penrith District Show to check out a range of displays, events and fun activities. There was plenty to keep the crowds busy; from ring events including horse events and dog high jump events, to art and craft displays, to the always popular wood-chopping events.

There was also a range of entertainment, including music and dance and plenty of rides for the kids. Car fanatics were well looked after with The Precision Driving Team on hand to showcase a range of performance routines, along with the return of the Penrith Show Ute Muster on Sunday. On Saturday night visitors had the chance to enjoy a spectacular fireworks show.

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Exhibition he Nepean Art Society’s Spring Exhibition and Sale will be on September 13 and 14, showcasing over 100 original works from talented local artists of all ages. The works will all be available to purchase for those looking to add to their collection.

Noted painter and sculptor Neil Laredo will be presenting the formal opening and there will also be an official opening on Saturday at 3pm with general public welcome.

A raffle will be held as part of the event with the winner receiving a framed oil painting by Guenter Barth, a Blue Mountains based artist.

The Nepean Art Society’s Spring Exhibition and Sale will be on Saturday, September 13 and Sunday, September 14. Entry is free. For more information visit www.nepeanartsociety.org.

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There’s also the chance to experience releases that wont be hitting stores until 2015, including ‘Project Cars’, ‘The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt’ and ‘Dragon Ball Xenoverse’.

Families are more than welcome at the event, with Sunday designated Family Day, a chance to enjoy a range of entertainment suited to all ages. The family can try ‘Just Dance 2015’, ‘SingStar: Ultimate Party’ and ‘LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham’.

West Life has three Family Passes (any combination of four adults/children) for the Family Day at EB Games Expo on Sunday, October 5 to give away.

For your chance to win, email the code word ‘EXPO’ to competitions@westernweekender.com.au with your name and contact details including phone number.

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FASHION

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KATHERINE TWEED

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ing hot model twins Zac and Jordan Stenmark, Westfield Miranda Ambassador Cheyenne Tozzi, DJ/designer/ entrepreneur Dan Single, cosmetics entrepreneur and model Lindy Klim, New York based stylist Ilona Hamer, designers Dion Lee and Carla Zampatti and Margaret Zhang, founder of fashion blog Shine By Three, make up the collective.

“This season we are excited to be working with Giuliana Rancic again. Along with Bill (Rancic’s fashionable husband) and our 11 local fashion influencers, Giuliana will help inspire our shoppers this Spring/ Summer with her most hunted items from our retailers,” Ms Cleggett said.

To check out the latest from Zimmermann, Christian Louboutin, Chanel, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Tiffany & Co., Sass & Bide, Marcs, Harrolds, Calvin Klein, Witchery, Wittner, Carla Zampatti, General Pants, Cue, Jimmy Choo, Zara and Saba, check out the S/S14 video.

It can be found on www. westfield.com.au/mosthunted – but be warned, you’ll come away with a number of S/S14 trends on your hunting list for your next shop.

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Model Grace Simmons is just one of many fashionistas to join the campaign

Ever had that feeling when you walk into a shopping centre that you are not there to browse – not there to look around or there to have fun – you are there to hunt; hunt for the perfect dress, perfect shoes or perfect bag?

You walk in, you put your head down and keep up a steady pace, ready to pounce on the outfit you need for a special dinner or that item you just can’t live without.

Your movements around the centre aren’t impromptu, they are deliberate.

You walk into one shop, scanning for a colour, print, item or anything to catch your eye and scream, “I am yours,” before you walk out and move to another; still hunting.

That thrill you feel when you sink your teeth (or in this case your body) into that outfit you have been hunting for is second to none; and that feeling is captured by Westfield’s Spring/Summer 2014 fashion campaign.

The #MostHunted campaign, launched last week, taps into the thrill of the fashion hunt – searching for and lusting after an item, tracking it down and finally taking it home – suggesting that Westfield is the perfect place for a fashion hunting ground.

“With the largest range of fashion retailers across our 39 centres in Australia and at westfield.com.au, there is no doubt that Westfield is the ultimate fashion hunting ground,” said Sarah Cleggett, General Manager Marketing at Scentre Group, which owns and operates Westfield centres.

Westfield has welcomed on board a list of well known fashionistas, designers and models to help launch the campaign, which in my opinion is an excellent concept – I am sick of hearing campaigns focused on summer colours and spring prints.

These famous faces in fashion are part of what Westfield has coined a “fashion collective”, and all feature together in a S/S14 launch video.

Joining campaign leader Giuliana Rancic, who is an international fashion commentator and returning Westfield Style Ambassador are 11 other fashionable Australians.

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Handy ideas for this Father’s Day It’s that time of year again, Father’s Day is upon us already.

Time to celebrate your Dad! I sometimes think about the comparison between Father’s Day and Mother’s Day. Dad can often be a little like the bass guitarist in the band or the catcher in a baseball game. We love them but sometimes we forget about showing them that.

I’ve got some great solutions for Father’s Day gifts that don’t cost an arm and a leg but will definitely rival the traditional socks and undies pressie and make Dad feel truly special this weekend.

At York Jewellers we have some fantastic stainless steel men’s pieces that are stylish yet affordable and will impress any father.

These range from ‘dog tags’ to cufflinks, rings, bracelets and a very useful money clip. The prices range from $59.95 up to $399 so there’s something for every budget.

Apart from the low prices, the great thing about stainless steel is that it’s masculine and very hard wearing in comparison to silver. Simply give the store a call or email us at enquiries@yorkjewellers.com.au to purchase.

If you are thinking of a watch as a gift for your Dad, we are also stockists of some great watch brands like TW Steel and Bering. Both are very popular and different in their appeal.

TW Steel is quite large in size in regards to face measurement and weight and tends to suit the Dad who’s young at heart and likes big statement pieces.

These range from around $375 upwards.

Bering are a little sleeker and generally suited to the more business or professional Dad. These are priced from around $160 to $350.

Speaking of watches – we are running a Facebook competition this week where you can win your Dad an Edox watch valued at $1,100!

All you have to do is share a photo for your Dad with us and tell us in 25 words or less why he is awesome. It’s as easy as that!

Head to our Facebook page: Facebook.com/YorkJewellers and you’ll find the entry link there. Good luck and happy Father’s Day to all the Dads out there!

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ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

A friend or colleague comes up with an unusual proposal that confuses you. Avoid making spur-of-the-moment decisions.

Sleep on it and let a fresh perspective emerge. And don’t allow a loved one to manipulate you, as they try to persuade you to do something against your better judgment.

TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

A current situation is confusing and true motives remain hidden but don’t let it compromise your moral radar. Plus avoid embellishing the truth, and being less than 100 per cent honest. Stand your ground and be a reliable Bull. On Saturday, enjoy life’s little luxuries like good food, fine wine and convivial company.

GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

The Full Moon highlights health, diet and exercise plus emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Issues from the past could also arise, as unresolved matters surface and demand to be addressed ASAP. On the weekend, Mercury opposes Uranus, so pace yourself Rams… otherwise you might just blow a fuse!

The full moon’s beams place you firmly in the spotlight, so make sure it’s for the right reasons. Strive to get the balance right between being creative and being organised (and don’t neglect your family). Logic goes out the window on the weekend, as you feel confused about your future direction. If you think outside the box and trust your intuition it will take you where you need to go.

Star predictions for the week beginning Sept 7

CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Don’t assume you know where a loved one or colleague is coming from mid-week; you may be way off the mark. Ask for clarification and keep your options wide open. You’re firing on all cylinders on the weekend, as Mars charges into your sign and you combine an adventurous approach with Sagittarian spontaneity. If you make bold moves and take calculated risks, you’ll taste success.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

You crave your comfortable Crab routines, but you need to shake them up with some creative thinking and adventurous dreaming. And are you stuck in worry mode? Seek advice from an older friend or family member… someone whose wisdom and experience you respect. A problem shared is a problem halved.

The full moon and Saturn link up, which increases your determination to get things done. It’s also a terrific time to network with colleagues plus develop your social media connections. Concentration is high and your attention to detail is even better than usual. Any work you do will be of an exceptionally high standard.

LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Communication, social media, finances and family matters are all favoured, as you combine self-discipline with a surge of creativity. Plus, with prosperity planet Jupiter powering through your sign it’s time to talk up your talents and live life. Be inspired by D. H. Lawrence, “I want to live my life so that my nights are not full of regrets.”

Avoid taking short-cuts at work. Look for facts that are hidden beneath the surface; be uncharacteristically patient; and do all the research that is required. Plus resist the temptation to shop up a storm, and use retail therapy as entertainment. On the weekend, don’t expect everyone to appreciate your quirky, kooky and chaotic ways.

VIRGO AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Partnerships and joint ventures are highlighted but don’t assume you have all the information. Check the facts and wait until the full picture emerges. Avoid talking about a financial transaction until it’s signed, sealed and delivered. Listen to Roald Dahl: “The greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places.”

Attached Fish – has your relationship become ho-hum? Venus is vamping through your relationship zone for three more weeks, which provides a welcome romantic respite. Singles, sparks could fly with a tender Taurus or a virtuous Virgo. But you need to take off your rose-coloured glasses and view prospective partners realistically.

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The stars favour joint ventures plus group projects as you enjoy contributing your creative talents. Draw up a to-do list, and be flexible enough to tweak it as the week develops. Expect a dramatic dummy-spit from a loved one though, as the Full Moon fires up old grievances. And don’t let someone’s flattering remarks blind you.

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To rent or to buy, that is the question!

Like John Malkovich’s brain, some things are just better suited to renting than outright purchases. However, understanding the distinction between great buys and potential rental goldmines is a challenge long understood by those in the property market.

Most people will face the struggle between renting and buying their own home at some point in their life. While the ultimate goal seems to be taking out a home loan and owning a property outright, in some circumstances it is better to stay on the lease just a little while longer.

Knowing what is best to buy and best to rent can be tough.

Here are a few potentially rentable items and the reasons you should become a loaner or an owner: … Appliances?

Appliance rentals have long been giving students and visitors a quick and cost-effective solution when outfitting flats and units. But is this option right for you?

Before committing to renting an appliance, ask yourself how long you expect to be using the item. In most cases, if you have the capital to invest in a high-quality appliance, it will be more beneficial to buy than to fork out a rental fee each week. … Tools?

Certain tools are more suited to renting than others – such as chainsaws and large pieces of equipment designed for one-off projects. If you are renting, however, make sure you are confident in your ability to use these items. Without the necessary training, you could end up doing more harm than good.

When renting a lawn mower, for instance, you may want to consider a full lawn-mowing service – not only do you get the mower delivered each week but also a trained professional to operate it! … Car? Some people may consider renting a vehicle if they are only staying in one place for a few months, or are unwilling to commit to a car loan. However, while a car can be a serious financial commitment, buying the vehicle outright will almost always be better than renting.

Renting a car can cost hundreds of dollars every day – much more than your average car loan repayments.

FITEC FITNESS CHAMPION

JUSTINE BEATH Don’t use appearances to measure health

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Top three tips for good health?

1. Drink lots of water 2. Eat as clean as you can 3. Move your body Biggest health/fitness misconception?

Two things: 1. That lifting weights will make women “bulky”.

What type of activity/exercise do you enjoy the most?

I really enjoy doing the Olympic lifts – the snatch, and clean and jerk, as well as gymnastic movements.

How do you stay motivated when it’s so easy to just ‘take it easy’?

Two things. I am lucky that I have a lot of internal motivation and drive to be the best that I can, so that keeps me going. I know that if I want to get better at something I need to work at it and nobody is going to do it for me. The days where I do feel like “taking it easy” I try to train the things that I am better at or try to stay light and work technique, that way I am still benefitting from that session.

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Besides decreasing the risk of diseases related to being unfit and overweight, being fit and healthy boosts confidence, increases your happiness and encourages people to build positive relationships.

How does fitness feature in your life?

I have been a trainer since the end of 2010.

I got into it as I had been doing a lot of training myself and had completely changed my own life. I had experienced both ends of the spectrum. I was very obsessive and went to desperate measures about being thin throughout my high school years and then when I left school had put on weight– not a great deal but still wasn’t happy with how I looked. Now I have finally found a balance.

I no longer focus on my appearance as a measure of how I am going. Instead I have performance based goals. It helps that I am now competitive in the sport of CrossFit, which requires me to have a high level of strength, as well as fitness. I now focus on being as strong and as fit that I can possibly be.

I have qualified for the Australian CrossFit regionals for the last four years, competed with the CrossFit Active team at the CrossFit games in the USA in 2013 and was Shape Magazine’s Fit Chick challenge winner in 2013 and came second this year.

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2. That you can “out exercise” eating badly.

If you have a bad diet and want to lose weight, it’ll be so much harder to do. It’s 80 per cent diet, 20 per cent exercise!

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People often ask me ‘should I be Paleo?’ This refers to a way of eating based on what our cavemen ancestors ate during the Paleolithic Era – covering our first attempts at stone tools millions of years ago, until we first started forms of agriculture about 10,000 years ago.

Skeletal remains show that humans were stronger, more robust and seemed in better physical shape back then. There is no doubt real food will definitely make us healthy in any age. But like everything some people take their diet to fanatical proportions.

Sometimes the stress on your body from a piece of your friend’s birthday cake will actually be less than the stress of bringing your own sanctioned food and trying to convert everyone at the party to be Paleo!

My friend sent me a blog recently that had an interesting outlook. It’s called ‘My Take On Nutrition’ and here’s an excerpt: “Paleo brownies are dumb; I’m neither Paleo nor Zone.

However, I avoid grains and processed nasty foods and I do pay attention to portions. I’ve read Cordain and Wolf and applied it. But I don’t feel the need to say, “I’m Paleo”. That’s ridiculous. I’m not Paleo because it’s not freaking 10,000 years ago.

“A friend of mine calls Paleo “weight-watchers for men”. It’s a beginner’s observation that is pretty funny because let’s be honest: stressing over what you eat is for girls. I don’t stress over what I eat. I just eat clean.

“While I’m on the subject, Paleo dessert recipes are just stupid. I don’t care if it’s Sara Lee brownies or Robb Wolf brownies. They’re still brownies. If you want a snacky-cake, eat a real one.

“I generally don’t eat that garbage because I don’t want a set of floppy bologna [breasts]. And anyway, does your body need this? Cavemen did NOT swap Paleo brownie recipes because they were too busy, punching giant mastodons and carrying trees around.”

You can check out more online for a laugh but be warned there is some swearing in it.

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

Fleas can breed all year round, not just during the warm months of spring and summer

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Itchy months ahead for dogs and cats

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Just like humans, our pets may suffer from skin allergies that often manifest as itchiness, redness and hot skin.

Allergies are an extreme reaction by the body’s immune system to certain triggers called allergens.

In dogs and cats these allergens are usually dust mites, plant pollens, grasses, moulds and fleas.

Spring and summer are particularly bad seasons for skin problems in pets.

The warm weather and humidity causes the emergence of a large flea population and blossoming plants release more pollen into the air.

When animals suffer from allergies they will chew their feet, rub their faces, gnaw at or obsessively lick their skin.

These actions worsen inflammation and cause broken skin which leads to infection.

If your pet shows any of these signs, they may be suffering from allergies.

There are many different medications available to help control your pet’s symptoms.

Fleas will worsen allergies, and are often the primary culprit.

People commonly react and treat fleas in summer when they are visible on the pet.

As fleas can breed all year round (even in winter), it is especially important to maintain year round flea control to prevent a flea outbreak during the warmer months.

A small percentage of dogs and cats also suffer from food allergies.

Unlike seasonal allergies, food allergies are generally present all year round and are not affected by season.

Even pets that have been fed the same diet throughout their entire life may develop a food allergy.

If you feel your pet may be suffering from a skin problem, please contact Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic on 4731 3055 so we can tailor a program to make your pet more comfortable.

The last thing your pet needs is to be itching all through the spring and summer months.

Today our news comes to us pretty much 24/7. We are saturated by news; Internet, Facebook, smart phones, television, radio and even though their sales are falling, the humble newspaper. Some people have observed that this constant news cycle means that major news items only stay in our focus for a short period of time to be replaced by some other news event. News can lose its impact on us as we become numb to what is happening around us.

Yet the Bible makes a claim about a news event that continues to impact all people for all time. It is the announcement of the gospel, that is, the good news about Jesus. The New Testament book of Mark opens with these words; “The beginning of the good news about Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” Tim Keller has said that “the gospel is an announcement of something that has happened in history, something that’s been done for you that changes your status forever.” This is why the announcement about Jesus is such good news; it is not something that is here today and gone tomorrow, the gospel of Jesus is an announcement that will impact all of your life, now and for eternity.

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In his continuing search for the more weird, wacky and wondrous in the world of travel, David Ellis says guests no longer seem content just knocking-off their hotel’s toiletries...

A Starwood in the UK is still searching for a grand piano that three men dressed in overalls wheeled out of the hotel’s lobby in 2012, a complete marble fireplace disappeared from a room in California’s Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire Hotel (maybe because it featured in ‘Pretty Woman’?) and at a US Holiday Inn a couple booked a room next to the car park… and then loaded their room’s queen bed, sofa, desk and TV into a rental truck left in the car park.

In Asia a US$300,000 Andy Warhol painting was stolen from Hong Kong’s W Hotel lounge, a crystal chandelier from the Shangri-la in Hong Kong, and a complete mini-bar from a Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur guestroom.

As well as sheets, towels, clock radios and even Gideon Bibles, a hotel in London’s Mayfair had two marble busts of famous personages stolen one day and returned by cab the next, a long-time regular acquired an entire dinner service by ordering nightly room service at his London hotel and pinching an item or two each time, and another donned and walked out in a decorative suit of armour from his UK Best Western hotel’s lobby.

One couple in America took their room’s curtains, a bloke unscrewed the numbers off his door in a 5-star English

Is nothing safe: a complete marble fireplace like this one disappeared from a guest’s room at the Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire – where they’d filmed ‘Pretty Woman’ hotel, and another nicked-off with the General Manager’s pet dog.

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or many local families, grandparents are the most reliant members; ever present to lend a hand without expecting any thanks in return.

With less than a month left before nominations close for the NSW Grandparent of the Year Awards, the Council of Ageing NSW (COTA) is encouraging locals to nominate their grandparents or an older person in the community so that they get the recognition they deserve.

“Even if you aren’t among those grandkids who’ve lived with their grandparents, you’re likely to remember the special times spent at your grandparents’ home.

Those who don’t have a grandparent nearby often draw from the support of other older Australians across the community, without whom many of

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Time for recognition our clubs and community organisations simply wouldn’t exist,” said Ian Day, CEO of COTA NSW. “Nominating someone for the Grandparent of the Year Awards is an opportunity for all of us to recognise this support and contribution. Anyone can nominate, so we encourage everyone in NSW to think about who they should celebrate.”

Grandparents and other seniors can be nominated for three different categories in the NSW Grandparent of the Year awards.

The first category, Grandparent Carer of the Year, will recognise one of the over 17,000 NSW grandparents who have stepped up to support their family.

A grandparent who has immersed themselves in child-related volunteer work can be eligible to be named Community Grandparent of the Year and a senior who works with children in a professional capacity can be nominated for the Grand Friend of the Year Award.

Nominations close on September 26.

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embers of the community are being invited to attend a free information seminar that will explain everything you need to know about wills and estates.

The seminar is being hosted by Lamrocks Solicitors and White Lady Funerals at Penrith RSL on September 17 from 2pm to 4pm.

“The seminar will cover the importance of having a will, estate planning, what happens if you don’t have a will, who can contest a will, Powers of Attorney, Enduring Guardianship and the benefits of planning ahead for your funeral,” said Lamrocks solicitor Daniel McKinnon.

“This includes Centrelink concessions available in relation to the aged pension and the ability to lock in a price for your funeral today.”

Mr McKinnon said that by failing to prepare important legal documents such as your will, you leave the fate of your estate in the hands of the law.

“If you die without a will your estate is distributed in accordance with a formula determined by the law,” he said.

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Small group transport is provided in:  Wheelchair accessible buses and vans  Service cars and volunteer cars.

Clients are welcome to bring their own carers but they must be registered with the service

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“The result is that your estate may not pass to the people you would like it to.

This is particularly the case in blended families such as families in which there are children from different marriages or where parents have re-married later in life.”

Mr McKinnon added that failing to plan ahead also complicates things for your family and can increase the costs of finalising your estate after you die.”

The event is free but bookings are essential. Please RSVP by Friday, September 12 on 4731 5688.

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NRL MATCH Sunday, September 7 The Penrith Panthers play their final home game of the year at Sportingbet Stadium this Sunday, September 7 with kickoff at 6.30pm. Gates open at 4.15pm.

Tickets available at the gate.

NEPEAN RETIRED MEN’S CLUB MEETING Held on the third Wednesday of each month The Nepean Retired Men’s Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at the John Lees Christian Centre at 15 Evan St, Penrith. Interesting speakers each month plus outings at various times throughout the year. If you’re interested in attending, contact Ernie on 4730 1188 or Alyn on 4736 3489. All men are welcome to come along to a meeting.

DEMENTIA SEMINAR Tuesday, September 23 Free event at the JSPAC Local service providers from Penrith, the Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury will hold a free dementia seminar on Tuesday, September 23. The first speaker will appear at 10am, with separate talks at 11.15am and 1.00pm. There is no need to book, just come along to the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and hear the special talks.

ANNUAL ST MARYS SPRING FESTIVAL Saturday, September 6 From 9am-4pm

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Spring into St Marys this Saturday for the annual St Marys Spring Festival.

There’s three stages of entertainment, a grand parade, 200 market stalls and fantastic live performances from Dami Im and Jayne Denham. Don’t miss out!

All the fun on Queen Street starts at 9am on Saturday.

The Hawkesbury Harvest Farmers and Fine Food Market will take place from 8am-1pm at the Mondo this Saturday. Get there to check out fantastic local, fresh food.

NEPEAN DISABILITY EXPO September 12 and 13 Penrith Panthers This Expo brings together service providers and specialist businesses with consumers, their families, case workers, teachers and carers.

DUCK RACE Saturday, September 13 at Penrith Whitewater Stadium The annual Great Rotary Whitewater Duck Race is back for another year. Get down to the Whitewater Stadium and see the ducks race from 1pm.

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On Saturday, September 13, Penrith Whitewater will be conducting a free “Come & Try Kayaking” Day on their lake. Penrith Whitewater’s Marketing Manager, Simonetta Lo Po said it would be a fantastic event. “Kayaking is great fun and we would like to invite the local community to try it for themselves. Activities will take place under the friendly guidance of qualified Penrith Whitewater instructors. So if you are curious about the sport of kayaking, this is a great opportunity to give it a try,” she said.

Participation will be free of charge and will be offered on a first in, first served basis.

There is no need to book, just turn up on the day with secure footwear and gear to get wet in.

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Wesley LifeForce Memorial Day 11 September 2014, Sydney Opera House Losing someone to suicide is a sorrow unlike any other, but you are not alone.

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