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Jennings dumped Superstar sent to Windsor as Cleary stamps his authority TROY DODDS

anthers General Manager Phil Gould says he backs the decision by coach Ivan Cleary to drop superstar centre Michael Jennings to the NSW Cup. On the cusp of State of Origin selection for the Blues, Jennings was dramatically cut from fi rst grade on Tuesday due to poor form and is set to play for Windsor this weekend. It comes as Cleary confi rmed that Jennings was “hooked” during the clash with Melbourne last Saturday night. Cleary said: “I took him off the field. Medical advice was that he was fi ne to play. I took him off, so you can take that how you want”. Jennings had hurt his shoulder against Newcastle in round eight, and it was originally suspected the injury had flared again when he was taken from the field against the Storm. The brave and courageous move by Cleary to dump his highest paid player was not made in consultation with Gould, but the boss was informed of the decision before it went public. “I have nothing to do with selections, I have nothing to do with the coaching of the team,” Gould told the Weekender on Wednesday. “Naturally he informs me before the sides are announced but that’s only a courtesy… I back his decision 100 per cent.” When asked what his initial reaction was when Cleary informed him that Jennings would be dumped, Gould said: “I could see where he was coming from, yeah”. Incredibly, Jennings is likely to go from park football on Saturday to Origin selection on Sunday, but Gould was adamant that the demotion was not for disciplinary reasons. “They’ve come up with a decision and I trust their expertise. The decision’s made and that’s all there is to it,” Gould said. “The fi rst grade jersey does need to mean something – you need to cherish it. “If you play for the Panthers it needs to be obvious that you’re proud about doing so.” Meanwhile, Phil Gould has spoken about a salary cap crisis at the Panthers and urged fans to be patient. See page 73.

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Financial support welcomed by mothers at Emu Heights Community Centre Wayne Swan delivered the Federal Budget on Tuesday night, and locals have given it a general thumbs up...

CASSANDRA O CONNOR

he Federal Government proudly boasted its $1.5 billion surplus Budget on Tuesday night, with Treasurer, Wayne Swan, heralding the “deficit years of the global recession” behind us. And behind the billion-dollar figures of the Federal Budget are 13,000 families in Lindsay who will benefit from the Budget’s centrepiece – the Benefits of the Boom package – that will increase Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A entitlements based on revenue from the Mineral Resources Rent Tax. Families receiving the maximum rate or part of the maximum rate of FTB Part A with two or more children will receive an extra $600 per year, or $300 for one child. Families receiving the base rate of FTB Part A will receive an additional $200 if they have two children, or $100 per year for one child. Over morning tea at their local playgroup, mothers at Emu Heights Community Centre said the support for families was greatly welcomed. Jo Jacobson has two children, Imogen, 2, and Isabella, 7, and works as an early childhood teacher. “I was really happy with the big ticket items like the Disability Insurance Scheme – that’s a great start – and the Mineral Resources Rent Tax,” Mrs Jacobson said. “I have to admit that I much prefer the one off payment, the SchoolKids Bonus, over the former Education Tax Rebate because with two kids it makes the process much easier as I saw this January when I was buying school uniforms.”

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Mrs Jacobson also said she was relieved to see an aged care package, but would like to have seen further action on the Gonski Review of Education. Sharon Gwyn, who is currently studying for her Masters of Education, also has two children – Alarah, 4, and Nicholas, 7. She said the $600 bonus her family is set to receive under the FTB Part A changes will go a long way to helping her family.

“It is defi nitely going to benefit our family because we are currently dependent on my husband’s income while I study and our son has Asperger’s so we face a lot of medical costs,” she said. “We will probably use the extra money to take him to emotional skills training, on top of his speech and occupational therapy.” Single parents will face a setback though,

with the government wanting to save $700 million over four years by cutting back on parenting payments and pushing single unemployed parents onto the Newstart Allowance. “... we are trying to encourage employment. The best thing that can help parents, families and our country is for people to be moving into work,” said Lindsay MP, David Bradbury.

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or me, there’s nothing better than sinking a couple of beers and watching the footy on TV. For those blokes who deliver the late night fi nance reports that nobody really takes notice of, I imagine Federal Budget night has a similar feeling. The jatz and cheese come out, the wine is chilled and these guys become more excited than a schoolboy who’s just successfully Googled Lara Bingle’s secret naked photos. No doubt that if you were interested in the Budget, you would have gathered up the strength to switch across from ‘The Block’ to the Blockhead, er, I mean, Wayne Swan, and the Budget speech on Tuesday night. It was riveting television. So riveting that my friends and I made a drinking game out of it – every time Mr Swan said “Mr Speaker” accidently, instead of “Madame Deputy Speaker”, a sip was taken. Safe to say I couldn’t drive home. What I love about Federal Budget night is the theatre that surrounds it all. After all, the numbers are always going to look sexy – proper dissection and analysis is needed for any real insight into what it all means. Hopefully you’ve read enough, listened to enough and watched enough over the past few days to know how it aff ects you. The theatre of it all, though, is quite amazing. Like a well structured play, every scene is meticulosity created. There’s the carefully, or not so carefully placed leaks in the mainstream media, planted in the lead-up to the Budget in an attempt to either soften the blow or create interest, whichever takes your fancy. There’s the words “this will be a tough Budget”, carefully rehearsed and rarely missed by a Treasurer preparing for his moment in the spotlight. Then there’s the Budget lock-up. There could be no better feeling than sitting with other journalists for six hours, pouring over Budget figures and trying to sex it up for the 6pm news. Then there’s the moment. Mr Swan gets his time. His solo performance. There’s the cries of “hear, hear” when he says something of signifi cance, or as it may be, insignifi cance.

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There’s the scoffs from the Opposition, who are outraged by some of the suggestions being put forward. Outraged I tell you! Then there’s the flurry of pre-planned press releases that land on journalists’ desks in the moments after Mr Swan’s performance, which of course earns an ovation of the highest order from his flock. Jenny Macklin’s office was at the front of the crowd this year, issuing a 7.52pm press release that proudly spoke about boosting payments for low and middle income families. Not far behind was Nicola Roxon, Chris Evans, Bill Shorten, Kate Ellis and Jason Clare, who all had things to say in relation to their various responsibilities. The Budget was trending on Twitter, but then again so was ‘The Biggest Loser’ and Michael Jennings. Walking home from this enthralling night at the theatre (remember, the drinking game meant I couldn’t drive – thanks Wayne), the inevitable question came: what did I get out of it? Not all that much, it seems. But if I can fi nd myself some schoolaged children quick smart, I may be in with some luck. Wayne Swan performed well in a show that has had plenty of bad reviews of late. Whether or not the public will buy tickets is questionable. They’ve read the reviews, checked out the past form, and are likely to wait until it’s made into a movie. The good news is, we’ll do it all again in 2013. Hooray! And another thing... There’s plenty of drama at the Panthers at the moment, added to only by the dumping of Michael Jennings to reserve grade this weekend. The official line that Jennings was dumped because of poor form doesn’t quite wash with me. The bloke is the club’s leading tryscorer and his form, albeit far from brilliant, has been above acceptable in a team that is going pretty ordinary. The reality is that the club has issues with Jennings’ attitude. They should be applauded for taking such a strong stance, and for building a pride in the jersey.

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and boost cash flows for Australia’s 2.7 million small businesses. “From July 1, 2012, small businesses will be able to write-off any new business asset costing less than $6,500, for as many assets as they purchase,” he said. Small businesses will be able to also instantly write-off the fi rst $5,000 of a motor vehicle, from July 1 this year.

But Mr Bradbury faces opposition from Liberal MPs, with western Sydney Senator, Marise Payne, saying the Budget did not demonstrate a plan to build a stronger economy, repay debt or create secure jobs. “It’s a confused Budget. All it delivers is more borrowing, more taxes, record debt – and the world’s biggest carbon tax,” she said.

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he Federal Budget for the 2012-13 fi nancial year was a mixed bag of tax adjustments as the Treasurer, Wayne Swan, and his Assistant Treasurer, David Bradbury, presented a fi nely balanced Budget surplus of $1.5 billion this week. “Th is is a Budget where we return to surplus but one thing we have really focused on is protecting household budgets,” Mr Bradbury said. “The country is going through an unprecedented mining boom and we want to make sure the benefits from this boom are spread across families. “Labor will deliver a surplus, on time and as promised, as well as offering a helping hand to families and small businesses in communities like Lindsay. Most importantly, this Budget provides relief for families and workers in communities like ours who are feeling the pressure of tight household budgets.” Just one of the new family-orientated features of the Budget includes the delivery of a new cash payment to 10,700 local families with children at school. “Parents will receive $410 for each child in primary school and $820 for each child in high school as part of the new Schoolkids Bonus. The fi rst payment will be made in June, followed by payments in January and July next year,” Mr Bradbury said. The government will also cut red tape

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Tony’s money problem

Rick, you are very ready to list all Tony’s promises (Letters to the Editor, Western Weekender May 4) but you know the old saying ‘look in your own backyard fi rst’. Did you ask this same question of the Honorable Ms Gillard? I know that there is one very happy foreign country reaping in millions of our taxpayer dollars in interest alone each day to cover the cost of the billions she has wasted. Is this not a problem for you as we see hundreds of businesses declaring bankruptcy and their loyal, hardworking employees without a paypacket i.e. grocery, mortgage, money? You never know, maybe under Tony the Australian farmers will win back the right to plow their own land and grow food for Australians. Carolyn, via email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bank vandals

John Th ain (Letters to the Editor, Western Weekender May 4) describes our four major banks as economic vandals with short sighted madness who will drive the economy to recession. Former Labor Prime Minister Paul Keating gave us “the recession we had to have” and sold off the Commonwealth Bank. As a result there is now no Government Bank to dictate interest rates and fees. Meaning when the Commonwealth Bank lowered interest rates and fees the other banks did likewise or could not compete. At the same time that the Australian Commonwealth Bank was privatised so was the New Zealand

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equivalent, the NZ Post Office bank. Th e ANZ Bank purchased the NZ Post Office bank in 1987. Th e Kiwis now have a new Government Bank called “The Kiwi Bank” which was started in 2002 and now have 700,000 customers. Th e reason for this was because the Kiwis were being monstered by the same banks operating in NZ. Peter Townsend, South Penrith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Priest is wrong

After reading the article in the newspaper (Priest reveals stunning secret, Western Weekender May 4) I want to say I am disgusted about the comments about this one priest’s behaviour and instead of condemning it they were praising him. Th is is what secular society would say. It is not what the majority of Christian followers believe who go to Mass and follow their religion. Th is is naturally to be condemned. I want to say something about celibacy, even in married life one needs to be celibate. People who are celibate before marriage have a greater ability to be celibate after marriage. I think celibacy is a gift to the Church. It has been for a long time and will continue to do so. It’s a test of one’s capacity to be faithful to one’s partner and one’s role in life. Even if you are single or looking to be married, to be responsible for your actions as a mature person fulfi lling your role in life, can be done only with the grace of God and a devout prayer life. Th is priest is obviously in error and has lost his faith and is having a negative impact on the

clergy. He obviously has fallen into Satan’s clutches because he has clearly neglected his responsibilities and prayer life and hence fallen into serious sin. One needs a devout prayer life to sustain him or her from the evil one. It’s not true what he says about other priests that they are living a double life. Th at’s not true and he knows it. Stop slamming the devout priests who are doing their priestly duties diligently and serving their community day in and day out. Cynthia Arndt, St Marys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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It’s barbaric

The O’Farrell Government recently announced it intends to dramatically cut benefits to injured workers as it tries to rescue the debt-ridden WorkCover scheme. It has fl agged big cuts to weekly payments and compensation for permanent injuries. They’ve also foreshadowed removing protection for workers injured to and from work. Th ey’ve even suggested stripping fi nancial help to the families of workers who have died at work. This is the wrong approach and avoids the real cause of WorkCover’s fi nancial woes. Th e government must fi rst get the scheme’s own house in order before taking away fair compensation from workers. Local employers deserve value for the premiums. Please Mr O’Farrell, do something about WorkCover’s own costs before taking the rights of injured workers. Hayden Stephens, Practice Manager Personal Injuries (NSW) Slater & Gordon Lawyers

The Catholic Church hide behind their archaic rules and regulations and yet shield their monsters from the wrath they bring on themselves. Funny how in a church where paedophilia is rampant, their own are not allowed to share the love of another human being. Barbaric... get with the 21st century will you. Sue Sirman, via Facebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brand is a winner

Congratulations to all those concerned with the new logo for our great city (A brand new Penrith, Western Weekender May 4). It’s something we can all be proud of, and a far cry from the former Liberal member for Lindsay Jackie Kelly’s term “Penriff ”. Brian O’Neill, Cranebrook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Why did Penrith Councillors take 12 months to come up with an upside down tear drop to represent Penrith? Please tell me this is a joke. They wasted vital money on this just to put Penrith in a new light. Why didn’t they just build a web site, you can do a great web site for under $2,000. How much did all this cost? Tony Robinson, Kingswood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Exclusive: Long-time local believes unwanted monorail is our transport solution CASSANDRA O CONNOR

ith cities around Australia vying for the Sydney Monorail, local resident, Adrian Schaff er, believes Kingswood should be in the race too. Last month the State Government announced it had purchased the company that owns the monorail, Metro Transport Sydney, and would be removing the monorail to make way for a new Sydney Exhibition Centre. Hobart and Canberra have already expressed interest in the second-hand monorail, but Mr Schaff er said it would be a great addition to Penrith if the monorail could be used to connect the University of Western Sydney (UWS), Nepean Hospital and TAFE to Kingswood Railway Station. “It would be a real coup for Barry O’Farrell and our local member, Stuart Ayres, if the monorail was relocated to Kingswood,” he said. Mr Schaff er suggested that the monorail complete a circle around the hospital before travelling down the Great Western Highway to complete a circuit through the UWS Kingswood Campus, Penrith Campus and TAFE site following existing roads. On Monday, Mr Schaff er spent his day at the railway station asking locals what they thought of his idea – he believes there would be overwhelming support. “I spoke to doctors and nurses, university and TAFE students, patients and business people. They all thought it would be a great

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idea and asked me why it hasn’t been done already,” he said. “Many of the nurses said that late at night it was a concern having to walk to the train station and students told me they have to

wait for friends to fi nish class so that they can travel together.” A Penrith City Council spokesperson said community suggestions were welcome: “Whilst a monorail is a credible suggestion,

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The NSW Labor Opposition this week urged Sydney Water customers to be on the look-out for incorrect water bills, with the utility falling 36 per cent short of its own target for repairing faulty household water meters this financial year. “The O’Farrell Government promised to help people with the cost of living but instead Sydney Water is regularly overcharging customers on their water bills – and it’s only going to get worse,” Shadow Water Minister Luke Foley said this week. “Sydney Water will fall 36 per cent short of its own target of replacing 426,000 faulty water meters by June 30 this year.” THE RSPCA SEIZED THIS HORSE FROM MULGOA

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mare and fi lly are recovering well despite their owner pleading guilty to two animal cruelty charges in Penrith Court last

week. In October last year, an RSPCA inspector located the mare in an extremely poor condition with a very swollen stomach in a paddock in Mulgoa. The horse was seized and transported for

urgent medical care. An abdominal ultrasound confi rmed the mare was pregnant and she was found to have a very heavy internal parasite burden and a bacterial skin infection. These conditions were treated and she was placed on a feeding program. The mare delivered a healthy fi lly foal two weeks later. The RSPCA spoke to the owner of the horse, Susan Coogan, who confi rmed she had been notifi ed about the horse’s condition on a previous occasion but had failed to act.

Ms Coogan faced Penrith Court on May 3 and pleaded guilty to two charges, namely failure to provide proper and suffi cient food and failure to provide veterinary treatment to her thoroughbred crossbreed mare. Both the mare and the fi lly have since been re-homed and are in a much better state. Ms Coogan was fi ned $1,000 for the food charge and $250 for failing to provide adequate worming treatment. The local resident was ordered by the court to pay $162 in court costs and $489.40 in veterinary costs.

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Show your love for mum by celebrating Mother’s Day with a commemorative tree planting this Sunday. Come along to Casuarina Court, Kingswood between 9am and noon. Call 4732 8088 or email parks@ penrithcity.nsw.gov.au A mural by talented local children was unveiled at Bennett Road, Colyton this week. Guided by professional artists, Chris Edwards and Fabri Blacklock, these young painters have made their mark, capturing what’s important in their lives in Colyton. A revamped Ripples’ Leisure Centre is on the way. During the renovation, the pool area will close from next week.

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ith 30 years experience under her belt, Wendy McBurney has cared for thousands of expecting mums, helped deliver babies and been involved in various pioneering programs at Nepean Hospital. But despite her successful career, what keeps Ms McBurney going after all these years is her passion to help women. “I started my nursing career in 1979 at Westmead before coming to Nepean in 1984 as a midwife,” Ms McBurney said. “Midwifery draws me in more than nursing – it is the whole idea of providing support for women during their pregnancy, labour and after birth as well.” Th is Saturday, May 12 marks International Nurses Day – an opportunity to commemorate all nurses and the vital work they do in the community. For nurses, it marks a celebration of their profession and their contributions in hospitals, health facilities, community health, disability and aged care settings. Ms McBurney, in particular, has made a signifi cant contribution to Nepean Hospital in terms of pioneering programs for midwifery. In 1996, she set up the local Day Stay assessment unit, which allowed women to be seen by staff without having to be admitted to the hospital. “That was very rewarding to see the benefits of this program because it meant

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women could spend more time at home with their families rather than staying in the hospital,” Ms McBurney said. And just last year, a collaborative program Ms McBurney was involved with received various health and government awards. “I was part of the team that worked with Justice Health and Corrective Services NSW to facilitate change in the model

of care we deliver to pregnant women in custody,” she said. Ms McBurney has worked as the nurse unit manager of Women and Children Outpatient services for the past 10 years. “As a manager I now get to facilitate the type of care that is provided and make sure it is of a high quality,” she said. She completed her Masters in Nursing (Women’s Health) in 2007.

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Pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council. Details of these determinations are available for public inspection free-of-charge during Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith.

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Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Section 147 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 and the Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 requires the disclosure of reportable political donations or gifts by a person or persons who makes a relevant planning application to Council or submission on a relevant planning application to Council. Further information is available on Council’s website at www.penrithcity.nsw. gov.au and the Department of Planning’s website at www.planning.nsw.gov. au/planning_reforms/donations.asp Under the legislation Council is obliged to maintain a register of any disclosures relation to political donations or gifts. To obtain information from the register, please contact Council’s Public Officer on 4732 7649.

Viewing of Development Applications The above development determination/s may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Officers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

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MY SUBURB, MY COMMUNITY â€˜My Suburb, My Communityâ€™ is a photographic exhibition that explores the issues facing the suburb of Kingswood as told through the â€˜lensâ€™ of young people. The exhibition is being held at Kingswood Railway Station between 10am and 11am from 8 May until 30 June. Project Manager Mandy SchĂśne-Salter provided Kingswood High School students with a camera so they could take a series of photographs of their suburb and members of their community.

CONTACT US ADMINISTRATION Penrith Office Civic Centre, 601 High Street. Opening Hours: 8.30amâ€“4pm. Monâ€“Fri. St Marys Office Queen Street Centre, 207â€“209 Queen Street. Opening Hours: 8.30amâ€“4pm. Monâ€“Fri. Switchboard Open: 8.30amâ€“5pm. Monâ€“Fri. P: 4732 7777 F: 4732 7958 Write to: PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751. E: pencit@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

SERVICES Waste Hotline: Freecall 1800 734 735 Illegal Dumping: Contact the EPA hotline on 131 555 and ask for the RID Squad (Regional Illegal Dumping Squad). Graffiti Hotline: Freecall 1800 022 182

The resulting images form a powerful portrait of a strong community with a sense of pride in their suburb. The project is funded by Penrith City Councilâ€™s Neighbourhood Renewal Magnetic Places Grants Program 2012 and supported by RailCorp. For more details visit: headon.com.au/event/kingswood-station-mysuburb-my-community

KINGSWOOD RESIDENT SCOOPS MOTORSCOOTER! Kingswood resident, Michael Galea is the lucky winner of a Piaggio MP3 300 motorscooter, thanks to his entry being drawn in the â€˜Do the right binâ€™ competition. Michael received a phone call from Penrith Mayor, Greg Davies announcing the win. Michael was one of hundreds of Penrith residents who correctly answered how waste should be sorted into your household bins. As we celebrate International Compost Awareness Week this week, weâ€™d like to thank the Penrith households with a 3-bin service for making a difference to our local environment by recycling organic waste to compost.

INVITATION Local businesses â€“ have your say on the Community Strategic Plan Thursday 17 May, 5.30pmâ€“7.30pm Nepean Room, Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith This plan reflects the communityâ€™s hopes and needs for our City as it grows during the next 20 years. As we review the plan, weâ€™re inviting the local business community to tell us whatâ€™s important and what Council should focus on in the years ahead. Please RSVP on 4732 8201.

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The Operational Plan contains details of the services Council will provide, new projects and tasks it will undertake in 2012â€“13 and how it proposes to fund the program.

This is your chance to comment on our plans for the City and where and how your rates are spent. Public Exhibition from 8 May to 4 June 2012: s /N #OUNCIL S WEBSITE www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au s !T #OUNCIL OFlCES AT 0ENRITH AND 3T -ARYS ,IBRARIES #HILDCARE AND Neighbourhood Centres. s 0LEASE RING OR EMAIL FOR A HARD COPY OR #$ OF THE DRAFT PLAN Have your say: Comment on an issue, ask a question or make a submission.

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Penrith and St Marys Libraries will host a reading of The Very Cranky Bear by Nick Bland as part of The National Simultaneous Storytime Event on 16 May between 10.30â€“ 11.30am. Call Penrith City Library on 4732 7891. Secure your Sydney Writers Festival tickets to see Peter FitzSimons on 16 May and Dr Karl at Penrith Library on 18 May with both sessions starting at 6.30pm. Call 4732 7891 Check out the new Penrith brand at PenrithIsHere.com.au and take part in our community photo competition, with mammoth prizes up for grabs including One Direction concert tickets! Show your Penrith pride: like facebook.com/penrithishere For Council updates: facebook.com/penrith.city.council

For more information: Phone the Operational Plan Hotline 4732 7411 (during business hours).

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Your view on brand Attempted abduction: Incident at Colyton

Shortly after midday on Sunday, May 6, a seven-year-old boy was walking along Brooker Street in Colyton when a man approached him from behind. The man grabbed the child around the waist and chest. He managed to break free from the man and run from the scene. He alerted his father and police from St Marys were called to the scene. The boy has been unable to provide a description of the man, however police have been told a black sedan was seen in the area shortly after the incident. Police have conducted a canvass of the area in a bid to fi nd witnesses who might be able to describe the man involved. Anyone who can assist the investigation is urged to contact St Marys Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child approached: Boy followed by man

About 8am on May 3, a 13year-old boy was walking to school east along Richmond Road, Cambridge Park. A man in a red hooded jumper was walking behind him. At the intersection of Wrench Road, the man crossed to the opposite side of the road and continued

to follow the boy. When near the high school, the man called out to the boy, offering him a lift and chocolate. The boy ignored the man and turned left into Oxford Street, walking west. The man continued to follow the boy on the opposite side of the road. When near a shopping centre the boy observed the man get in the passenger side of a maroon, two-door Honda with yellow and black number plates. The vehicle was being driven by a Caucasian man with blonde hair. The boy then reported the incident to his school and police were called. Anyone who might be able to assist with information should contact St Marys Police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

“Penrith is here”: What locals think of change

Lisa Schafer: “I like the colour; it is very eye catching. I would like to think that it will bring back community spirit into Penrith but we’ll have to wait and see.”

Michele Pike, 45: “It’s not bad. It is only new so I think that as more people become aware of it and what it means then it will help to bring the community together with a sense of pride.”

Jim Hook, 60’s: “I think that it is a good idea because it brings the focus back onto Penrith as a community. I hope that it will work and improve the community spirit in Penrith.”

Marilyn Whye, 65: “It doesn’t do anything for me and I don’t think it will do anything for the community. There has been no use of imagination in the design and it really doesn’t say much. We all know that Penrith is here, we are standing in it!”

Chris Cordwell, 18: “Well, it tells us that we’re in Penrith, it’s orange and it looks like a speech bubble… It needs a little more detail to make the meaning more obvious but I guess it could help bring the community together.”

Stephen Taylor, 22: “It might help out our community but there are a lot of people who don’t care about community spirit and I’m not sure that something like this would change that.”

Armed robbery: Police charge seven people

Police have charged seven people, including one adult and six youths, with an armed robbery at St Marys. About 7.15pm on Thursday, May 3, police allege that the group armed with knives entered a convenience store. During the robbery, police allege an amount of cash and a mobile phone was stolen. Police were called and a short time later the seven people were located and arrested.

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COUNCIL SNAPSHOT After some complaints from concerned parents about people smoking at the entrances to schools, Penrith City Council will be designing signs to inform parents that they should not smoke in the immediate vicinity of school entrances because of the effects of passive smoking. Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, as part of World No Tobacco Day, has offered a contribution of $1,600 towards installing signs at interested schools. Already Council has received expressions of interest from 19 schools and it is believed that two signs will be rolled out to schools to begin with. Schools that have younger children or schools with large Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander populations will be of high importance. Penrith City Council will receive a $200,000 grant from the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage to assist in the establishment of an Environmental Upgrade Agreement program. The program is a State Government initiative to encourage commercial or industrial building owners to upgrade their premises to reduce their impact on the environment. Council will undertake a feasibility study to decide whether there is the scope for regenerating buildings in the area and also returns to make the Environmental Upgrade Agreement program viable in Penrith.

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Can you go dry? Locals urged to dump the alcohol this July

Penrith City Council is applying for a $350,000 grant from the Federal Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy to create a digital hub in partnership with the Nepean Community College. A digital hub is a community based training and internet access point that will be manned by trained staff that will be able to explain the possibilities of using the National Broadband Network (NBN). A consortium involving Penrith Business Enterprise Centre and Nepean Community College will also be applying for funding for a digital enterprise hub, which is specifi cally designed to help businesses understand the opportunities of the NBN.

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major upgrade to Kingswood Railway Station has been completed, providing local commuters with safer and more accessible public transport. The upgrades have been in progress since last year and Penrith MP, Stuart Ayres, said he was pleased to now see the public benefit from the recently fi nished work.

“The upgrades here at Kingswood are part of a $3.9 million upgrade to a lot of the amenities here at the station,” he said. “Th is is something that we have wanted to get done for a long period of time as work started a while back.” The upgrades to the car park on the southern side of the station include an extra 23 car spots, CCTV surveillance and lighting. In addition, the existing kiss-and-ride and taxi zones have been relocated, while funding also allowed for more undercover areas including sheltered bike racks.

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simulated café environment will provide local students with vital skills to pursue a career in the hospitality industry, according to students at Kingswood High School. Penrith MP, Stuart Ayres, announced on Monday that the school had received $71,000 for the construction of a café training centre as part of the Community Building Partnerships Program.

“The construction is supposed to be completed before I leave school... I would like to have more experience before I move into the industry and this facility can provide me with that,” said hospitality student, Renee. On completion, the facility will not only be used by Kingswood High School students but will be available for other schools and groups including the Nepean Community College. The café training centre will include a kitchen, coffee machine and the construction of an outdoor seating area.

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Training gets crucial boost Clinical school opens in Penrith

new purpose-built clinical school for University of Sydney medical students was officially opened on the campus of Nepean Hospital last week. NSW Governor, Marie Bashir, toured the facility last Thursday with Federal MPs, before officially opening the new clinical school. The new building was constructed with $17.2 million in funding from the Federal Government. Federal Minister for Health, Tanya Plibersek, said the new building would significantly boost clinical training at the hospital. It provides expanded capacity as well as specialised facilities such as innovative multi-disciplinary education areas, and outpatient clinics. “Th is new clinical school is a signifi cant milestone for medical, nursing and allied health student education in western Sydney,” Ms Plibersek said. “It will also increase access to aff ordable frontline health care for families living in the Nepean area, as it includes consulting rooms where specialists and GPs and their students will provide bulk-billed services.” Lindsay MP, David Bradbury, who also attended the opening, said the clinical school would be a great boost to local

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or the past five years, the Emu Plains Lions Club has been helping to restore sight, improve eye care services and prevent vision loss in third world countries, simply by collecting our old eyeglasses. As part of the Lions Club International initiative, SightFirst, the Emu Plains branch is collecting unused prescription or ordinary glasses this Saturday.

“Since 2007, the Emu Plains Lions have collected more than 6,000 pairs and forwarded them to Queensland where they were cleaned, graded, recycled and shipped overseas,” said local Lion, Alan Cooper. “On Boxing Day last year, 34,000 pairs of glasses were delivered to Sri Lanka. So far this year they advise that they have sent 1,800 to the Solomon Islands and a further 24,500 pairs to Tanzania.” The Emu Plains Lions Club will be collecting eyeglasses at Centro Lennox at Emu Plains on Saturday, May 12.

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he winner of the Green Bin Blokeâ€™s â€˜Do the Right Binâ€™ competition has been drawn, and not only is the winner a great recycler, he also encourages others around him to do the right thing and recycle right. Michael Galea from Kingswood has always been an enthusiastic recycler so itâ€™s no surprise he found the competition entry form so easy to fi ll out. Because he knew exactly what items could go into each of the three bins and fi lled out the entry form correctly, he is now the proud owner of a brand new

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enrith and St Marys Police received a signifi cant boost to their frontline numbers this week, with seven fresh faces in total joining the stations. Margaret Smith, 28, started this week with St Marys Police after moving from Canberra with her husband. She has a double degree in Law and Arts from the Australian National University along with

a Diploma in Legal Practice. Her dream was to become a police prosecutor, but this wasn’t possible in Canberra – where this role doesn’t exist. “All prosecuting there is done by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions,” Mrs Smith said. By contrast, the NSW Police Force has a team of police prosecutors. They prosecute matters on behalf of the Force, as well as other government agencies in Local Courts, Children’s Courts and the Coroner’s Courts. “Being away from home has been

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he students of Bennett Road Public School were ecstatic this week when their very own mural was officially launched. Students from the St Clair school’s two special education units were invited to create a mural on one of their classrooms. Over five weeks the students designed and painted the mural with the guidance of two artists, Chris Edwards and Fabri

Blacklock, as part of Penrith City Council’s Neighbourhood Renewal Program. Principal, Matthew Plummer, said the children and parents were proud of the mural they created. “The students were asked to think about what parts of their neighbourhood they liked most, such as parks, skate parks, and then these places were incorporated into the mural,” he said. Mr Plummer said it not only brightened the school environs but also gave the students a legacy that they could one day come back and visit.

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“It is very rare to get the opinion of young students and teenagers about the suburb that they live in,” she said. “Th is is why this project is so unique and valuable to our community.” Ms Schöne-Salter provided students from Kingswood High School with a camera and some photography tuition before sending them out to photograph their suburb. The exhibition is part of the ‘Head On’ Photo Festival. It will remain on display until Saturday, June 30.

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here was plenty of orange in the Penrith CBD on Tuesday as the ‘Penrith is Here’ message continued to be spread by the Penrith City Centre Association. But there was something else new and special being handed out in the CBD on Tuesday morning. For the fi rst time, the Weekender released a mid-week edition. It was delivered to homes and businesses across the Penrith region, handed out on High Street and given to locals at the Wednesday markets.

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ational Law Week is an annual event aimed at increasing public awareness about the law, the legal system and showing the community what legal services are available to them in NSW. Th is year, the Penrith event is being held on Wednesday, May 16 and will focus on Domestic Violence as a key theme. Everyone will be treated to a free sausage sizzle and cold drinks. “Most people in NSW will come into contact with the legal system at some stage of their lives and Law Week provides

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ntroducing Superannuation Man. Th rough the jargon infested, murky waters of superannuation, this hero will dare to take people where no one else has before. Equipped with simply the burning desire to help young people take control of their super, Superannuation Man rides the turbulent current of the economy with confi dence, his cape flapping wildly behind him… Superannuation Man is the latest campaign to be introduced by Regret Nothing, an online fi nancial engagement program for people under 30. New superannuation measures are reportedly going to cost the Federal Government $2.4 billion over the next four years. But it is the changes to the superannuation

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t made for an interesting scene on Tuesday when people dressed in period costumes filled Penrith’s High Street for a promotional event. And while the costumes may seem outdated now in the 21st century, the “oldfashion” service that is commonly referred to is defi nitely still alive here in Penrith, according to Penrith City Centre Association manager, Gai Hawthorn. High Street is home to a number of coffee shops and eateries, but Belle Saveur, Cottage Lane and Theodore’s Cafe are three unique businesses that help make the CBD the place to visit. “Penrith is here. You can shop here, you can eat here, so why would you need to go anywhere else,” Ms Hawthorn said. “Here we have three very diff erent coffee shops located on the very same street – it’s perfect.” Belle Saveur, one of the newer businesses along High Street, brings the sophisticated flavours of the Sydney CBD right to our very own doorstep. Renowned pastry chef with over 15 years experience, Justin Baker, established the business with the support of his wife Allison, to ensure locals get to savour freshly baked high-end pastries and cakes that they would otherwise have to go to the Sydney CBD to buy. Cottage Lane is a little more on the “quirky” side, according to Ms Hawthorn. “It has a great, friendly atmosphere with an affordable lunch menu. Cottage Lane also has a large function area out the back, which is the perfect location for morning tea events,” she said. And Theodore’s Cafe provides a relaxed and contemporary environment to catch up over lunch or coffee. “The staff at Theo’s are really customer focused and it is a pleasure to visit there,” Ms Hawthorn said. With three very diff erent coffee shops, each with their own unique blend of coffee, it is going to be a tough decision deciding on where to dine. But the solution is simple… you’ll have to try all three! “Penrith is here in your CBD. For the best coffee in town, there’s no reason to go elsewhere,” Ms Hawthorn said.

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esidentially-secured business loans can be one way to get your get your business up and running. These are appealing because they’re both easier to obtain, and often have lower interest rates compared to non-residentially-secured products. But the trade-off is pretty simple – your personal property (most likely your own home) will be the collateral for the loan, and so if things go sour, your property is on the hook. For small business owners relying on a home’s value to secure their fi nances, falling property prices mean your business could be on the hook, if your lender reassesses your loan. It’s less of an issue for Sydney residents, with average house prices falling just 3.82 per cent since last year. But it does highlight a bigger issue for SMEs; taking out a residentially-secured loan does carry some risk, given that property values can fall. Borrowing less than the absolute maximum the lender is prepared to offer you can provide you with a buff er against falling property values. Using your home as security isn’t a no-no – many business owners do it – but make sure you have your eyes wide open. A popular alternative, for more established businesses is to consider a commercially-secured business loan. These are available in several forms including loans secured against business assets, loans secured against business property, or a combination of the two.

re you the kind of person who knows how to set limits and boundaries? Most women I know (myself included) have situations in which they fi nd it diffi cult to say “no”, either to other people or themselves. Recently, I sent a quote to a potential client who responded by stating that as I was priced higher than other quotes she’d received, I would need to reduce my price or provide evidence of how I would be giving her twice as much value. There were two ways to respond to this request: 1. Do what the client asked, drop my price and/or spend time explaining the value she would receive. 2. Explain that my prices are reasonable and while I am happy to undertake the work, she is also welcome to employ a cheaper designer. A few years ago, I may have been tempted to respond in the fi rst manner. However, I would have been devaluing my time, expertise and the overall value of my services. While I am happy to discuss with clients the value of contracting me, I am also not beholden to anyone to ‘prove my worth’. In this particular case, this person was very familiar with my work and her request was not really about getting ‘more value’ or even being reasonable – it was simply about trying to get want she wanted as cheap as possible. And that’s her prerogative! But as business women, we need to keep our own boundaries and limits in mind when accommodating customer requests. Letting other people dictate your terms will simply lead to burnout.

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enrith has undergone a major facelift that has and will see the region promoted like never before. The ‘Penrith is Here’ brand will drive jobs and economic investment, as well as enhance community pride by changing the way people see the area. But it needs your support to make it work. The new brand is more than an orange ‘P’, it captures the city’s attributes and presents Penrith as vibrant and proud, while asserting its presence as a regional city. It’s much more than a logo, it’s a change in the way we think and talk about ourselves. So here’s your cue, the brand doesn’t belong exclusively to Penrith City Council, it was developed for the benefit of everyone living and working here and will enable us to show who we are and what we stand for. I think it’s time we all take a fresh look at what we have to offer. Locally, we’re industrious, thriving and independent. We are proud, connected and confi dent and know where we’re heading. Penrith is growing fast, it’s fitting that we fi rst identify ourselves and then tell everyone else about it. Use the brand as a part of your business on your website, your email signatures, promotional material, at special events you participate in or on your market stalls. We now have a brand that allows you to express your pride in our area. I know I’m not the only one that gets sick of the ill informed stereotypes people have of the Penrith, especially in the city and inner west. I see this as our chance to change these perceptions and all Penrith businesses should get behind the new brand.

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ashion can be a diffi cult thing for many women to get their heads around especially when life gets in the way. But luckily, the fashion gurus at Westfi eld Penrith are here to help out local women in need. Trish Murray, a Westfi eld Penrith stylist, has been in the fashion industry all her life, but she has discovered her real passion in giving women advice on the latest trends and how to wear them through regular style workshops. “Whether you’re a mum on the go or full-time fashionista, it’s easy to look and feel your best when you know how,” Ms Murray said. “Our winter style workshops are all about celebrating who you are inside and out by dressing for your personality and shape.

“So whether you’ve got a lot or a little to spend, it doesn’t matter. “When you know how to flaunt your best assets and let your personality shine through the rest comes easily... with a little help from a stylist of course!” During a style workshop, Ms Murray takes the time to help women understand what are the key looks for the season, how to wear them and what look will suit you. Customers get the chance to sit down and watch Ms Murray build an outfi t on a model and then get to take the time to explore what makes the outfi t and how they can use it in their lives. Ms Murray knows all the “tricks of the trade”, which she believes helps to put the confi dence back in women.

“People initially come to the workshops because they want to look good, but the fabulous thing about the workshops is that not only do they come out looking good but they feel good,” Ms Murray said. You may have seen Ms Murray at work on Thursday night at Westfi eld Penrith, but there is another style workshop being held today (Friday, May 11) at 10am. Each session costs $20 per person, so why not shout mum a session for Mother’s Day. She’ll love you for it! To make a booking or for more information about the Westfi eld Penrith style workshops, visit the Westfi eld Penrith website at www.westfi eld. com.au/penrith or you can call Ms Murray directly on 0414 899 377.

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Romance is in the air and if you’re foot loose and fancy free, you will attract some welcome attention. However, you must be careful of how you deal with certain friendships as other people are likely to be going through a difficult time. Around the 17th, disputes are likely with children and loved ones and could make you feel frustrated. Try releasing your emotions with a good movie, book or perhaps a hot fragrant bath.

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This should be a period of nostalgia when happy memories come flooding back. If you’re looking for a new home then the ideal one will soon emerge. Between the 6th-20th there is a chance that you may let a career opportunity slip through your fingers by being too slow off the mark. By all means do some careful investigating and ask someone who is more experienced than you for help as it would a shame to miss out on extra cash or a prestigious position.

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The Full Moon is in your financial house so you’d better dust off the account books and take a good look at the figures. I’m certain there are expenses to be cut and savings to be made. If you’ve felt down a bit in self-confidence or have felt trapped or restricted by some aspect of your life or some person, it will dawn on you that it’s probably been your own attitude that has kept you tied down. Now you’re ready to break free so take control of your life.

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The Full Moon is in your sign so be careful of arguments and problems in your personal life. If you focus on creating a loving space with your partner, they will surprise you with some new information or knowledge. Expect to spend many hours together just talking about all sorts of aspects of your personal and work life. Avoid getting involved in complicated tasks such as handyman work, or specialty cooking as stupid accidents are likely.

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It is especially important that you take steps to look after your health otherwise you are going to fall ill soon. With the planets in such a tense situation in your chart you are going to be feeling stressed out. This is the ideal time in which to take some time out for yourself away from all the demands of your career and family life. Going for a walk or reading a fascinating novel are ideal ways to mentally escape the demands placed on you.

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Friends are likely to have a strong influence on you during the next month and old friends that you haven’t seen for awhile shall be in touch. The Sun’s harmonious angle to your sign gives an optimism and vitality to your out-going nature. There may be some disappointments in your social life as arrangements with friends may need to be altered at the last minute so try to have a Plan B up your sleeve to avoid disappointment.

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Your home life is going to be rather chaotic and therefore your patience is going to be tested with certain family members. Remember to try to control your temper and count to 10 before you say anything that you will later regret. Recognition will come your way for past efforts where your work is concerned. This is the ideal time to look into possibly changing your career path or to make positive moves to grab the attention of your boss.

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Be careful of what you say as others are likely to take offence rather easily. Try to think before you open your mouth at this time, otherwise arguments may develop rather easily. This would be the ideal time to have your car serviced and remember to keep an eye on the petrol gauge. Art, music, theatre, fascinating books and movies are all going to hold appeal. Also this is the ideal time to travel overseas or to explore new venues.

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got to the cinema this week and saw a real blockbuster style movie with all the special effects and explosions. It’s never the same watching a movie like that at home. You can probably guess the plot, the super heroes are just, noble and will fight to save the lives of all people. The bad guys are out to win at all costs and are driven by greed for domination and money and don’t really care how many people die while they try to get it. It always ends with a big fight and you walk out of the movie happy when the good side triumphs and everyone is saved and lives happily ever after. It’s a good feeling knowing that there isn’t really those kind of super villains who would actually choose making profit over risking the suff ering, or even death, to real people. So I walked out past the happy kids staring at the giant cut out of one of the stars from the movie with a huge cup of cola in his hand pointing heroically over to the snack bar. Kept walking past the playground with the happy clown inside waving all the boys and girls to come and buy some tasty hamburgers. Down the stairs out past the sign on a bus shelter saying we really need our cigarettes to have colourful packages or we’re taking away people’s fundamental rights. On past the supermarket with

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the huge posters of muscular sportsmen letting us know how great their chocolate sugar crunch is for breakfast. I stopped to look at the big display of the same heroes I just watched in their very own game for my console – I could get online and replay the big, end fight every day! And as I got to the car I saw the poster that let me know that the best option if my back got sore – maybe from sitting and watching pay TV too much – was a tablet that covered the pain. I was very happy to know that there are no real bad guys who would ever put a profit over my family’s quality of life. I Googled what kills the most people in the whole world just to fi nd out. It said something about obesity and noncommunicable disease. But bad guys don’t have anything to do with that stuff . If they did Captain America and the Hulk would come and stop them.

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FASHION FIXATION

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by Katherine Tweed

by Anthony Walker

The sixth Megatrend

Fashion Week 2012

he Mercedes Benz Fashion Week brought all the best and brightest in the fashion world to Sydney to show off their take on the hottest new trends for spring/summer 2012. As Fashion Week drew to a close last Friday, fashion lovers from all over NSW were left with inspiration for future outfi ts and hints as to what will be the big trends come the end of this year. Over the week we had the chance to see the best, the worst and the weirdest in fashion, hair and makeup – and to be honest these designers never cease to amaze me. When you think that you know fashion, designers just pull a few strings and completely throw you out of the water. Fashion Week this year saw superheroes, modern Japanese style kimonos, animal prints, one-piece printed swimsuits, cloud-like hats and the craziest in hair and makeup. I am not too sure how the public will take to the Romance Was Born comic book themed designs or the flamboyant tribal themed kaftans and maxi-dresses by Camilla, but with these looks in mind I have no doubt that it will be very interesting to see how many of the featured styles at Fashion Week will make it to the streets. Craziness aside, I noticed a few trends recurring on the runway that I believe, come springtime, will be very popular. 1. Many designers put a huge infl uence on texture within their shows and I believe this will be a trend to look out for. 2. An animal theme running through swimwear, fabrics and accessories was popular with some designers and it will be an easy theme to follow. 3. Feminine looks including pastel colours, peplums and floral prints were featured in many of the shows. 4. I also noticed plenty of interesting hats on the runway that may come into play in this year’s spring/summer wear. Fashion Week is always an exciting time for anyone interested in fashion and I can’t wait until next time. But until then, I will be keeping an eye out for trends featured in this year’s shows hitting stores for summer.

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he last couple of weeks I’ve written about the fi rst five Megatrends in customer service as identifi ed in ‘Service 2020’ an Economist Intelligence Unit report commissioned and sponsored by international accounting fi rm BDO. The report explores how successful organisations have built and sustained excellent client service; and presents these fi ndings as eight Megatrends. Th is week I’m sharing the sixth Megatrend with you. MEGATREND SIX: More organisations will outsource aspects of customer service to new kinds of specialists. The report found that today nearly all organisations take care of their service offering in-house. However, in the decade ahead, specialist outsourced customer service providers are likely to be in demand as companies move to outsource some aspects of customer service to either local or overseas providers. The report says that while outsourcing will not appeal to all companies, in some cases external partners can help them cope by allowing them to tap into a pool of specialist resources. Advances in communication technology are helping organisations to tap into such resources more easily, irrespective of their location. A related trend, which is arguably a form of outsourcing in the form of crowd-sourcing, will be for organisations to involve their customers in new product development. Th is co-creation can do wonders to boost customer loyalty. Every organisation has a diff erent reason for outsourcing, and implementing a clear strategy and goal structure is important. There are many advantages to outsourcing customer and associated services, including: • Obtaining skilled manpower at lower rates • Access to advanced technology at lower rates • Increased productivity • Beating your competition.

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inea pedis or athlete’s foot is a foot infection that’s caused by fungus. Th is uncomfortable condition occurs when fungus grows on your skin. The most common areas of infection are between the toes and on the bottom of your feet under the arch and the heel. The fungus thrives in warm moist environments and you are at a higher risk if you wear enclosed synthetic lined shoes, work in a wet environment or sweat a lot in your shoes. Tinea pedis presents with the following symptoms: • Red and peeling skin, especially between the toes and around the bottom and sides of the feet. • Itchy or burning skin. • Small reddish brown blisters that weep or become scaly. Tinea pedis is contagious and can be transmitted through direct contact with an infected area, or contact with shoes, socks and common wet areas such as pools and showers. Treatment involves the use of an antifungal cream that contains active ingredients that helps control the infection. Avoid powders that glug up between the toes and create a secondary wet area. The cream should be applied for about 10 days and should be accompanied by keeping the feet as dry as possible, wash the feet and dry between the toes twice a day, wash

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all socks in hot water after every use. If the infection reoccurs repeat the treatment and consult your podiatrist or GP. Prevention as always is the best cure. So make sure you do the following and you should be fine: • Dry your feet after a shower or swim, even between the toes. • Wear thongs around the pool or public shower. • Change your socks daily. • Wear well-ventilated shoes with natural materials like leather or joggers with mesh uppers.

ne of the little known complications of diabetes is the serious risk of going blind. Th is is from a condition that causes damage to the small blood vessels behind the eyes, called Diabetic Retinopathy. The good news is that through regular monitoring of your blood glucose levels, you can greatly reduce your risks. Diabetes aff ects circulation, which is why it can lead to problems with your feet and eyes. With diabetes related eye problems, the small blood vessels behind the eyes become damaged and this can lead to complete blindness. One of the most important ways to look after your eyes is to maintain good, stable blood glucose levels. Regular testing is vital, and many diabetics do not test enough. To properly manage your condition, you should be testing at least twice a day. Th is should be done immediately before a meal and two hours after. The reading two hours after fi nishing the meal is the MOST important reading! It shows how your body and your medication is responding to the food you ate. The damage is done when your blood sugars are elevated. Also, it is very important to have your eyes regularly checked by an eye specialist. As the damage done to your

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eyes happens slowly, many people often do not notice the effects until it is too late and their vision has become blurred. Once the damage has been done, you cannot reverse it, only prevent it getting worse. But if you are vigilant, you can save your eyesight before it’s too late. There are some symptoms, such as blurred vision that is not corrected by wearing glasses, having diffi culty seeing at night and being sensitive to glare. If you notice these or experience any other problems with your sight, you should see your doctor straight away. Talk to your doctor about how you can organise an appointment with a local diabetes educator.

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Happy Mother’s Day!

appy Mother’s Day to all the mums for this Sunday! Will you get breakfast in bed? Or will it be a special lunch or dinner with the

on top of you. Yet, it is so important that mothers persevere isn’t it? When you feel like giving up, think of this verse from the Apostle Paul in the Bible’s New Testament book of Colossians: “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, just as if you are working for the Lord.” God promises to give help, strength, wisdom, patience, love plus all the qualities you need to anyone who would put their trust in him. So mums, keep at it! Reverend John Lavender can be contacted via www.glenmorepark.anglican.asn.au

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she wears.” “Is she tall or short, big or slim?” asked the sales assistant. “She’s just perfect,” beamed the small boy! It might sound obvious, but being a mother is one of the most important responsibilities anyone could have. Yet, there are times when mothers do feel like giving up. Times when they don’t feel appreciated. Times when it seems too hard. Times when everything is getting

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Fantastic Value Th is fantastic family home with three large bedrooms is sure to impress. Featuring polished floor boards, large timber kitchen, informal dining / family room, formal lounge room and modern bathroom, not to mention air conditioning and large carport and garden shed. All set on approx 711sqm positioned high on the hill with view to the Blue Mountains, opposite the park. Th is home is sure to impress and your inspection is highly recommended, for further details and inspection call Parker & Partners on 47226933

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OPEN HOME Saturday 12th 2.00-2.30pm, 6 Bunce Place

A Truly Beautiful Family Home Do you have a large family?? Or just need that extra space?, then this is the home for you. Spacious 5 bedroom home with a very private inground pool, single garage + a large carport area. Features include a built-in sauna, rumpus room, formal lounge room, ensuite, study area & huge walk in pantry. Th is home has all the comforts – ducted air conditioning, beautiful kitchen with gas appliances & built-in bar to enjoy after a hard day’s work. The outside area has a huge deck, paved courtyard and plenty of room for the kids to play. Th is home is tucked away in a small cul-de-sac close to Werrington County Shopping Centre, local park and schools. A bus stop is also close by.

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Expressions Of Interest An opportunity exists to purchase a unique part of St Marys history. ‘Bronte house’, situated on the corner of King and Gidley Streets on the outskirts of St Marys CBD. Offered on behalf of Mission Australia, this stately home built in 1889 sits on a 1,395sqm parcel. Steeped in history, the property could be easily adapted to suit a multitude of uses, including solicitors, accountants, fi nancial, or any professional use (subject to Council approval). With the current owners relocating, this is a serious and genuine sale. Full information package available upon request.

St Marys

Expressions of interest close Friday 8th June 2012

Contact Keiran McGarity Raine and Horne Commercial Penrith on 4722 8500 • www.rh.com.au/penrith

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Emu Plains Expressions of Interest

Emu Plains $369,950 3

Great Investment Opportunity

This 3 bedroom duplex is ideally located with fantastic features.Solar power, built in robes, walk in robe to main, ensuite, large lounge, family/meals area, tiled floors, ducted air, window shutters, gas cooking, internal access to remote garage, pergola and in a quite cul-de-sac location.

This 2023m2 block is what they call living the dream! Be quick to secure your families future with this 3 bedroom home which comes complete with ensuite, built-in robe, tiled & carpet floors, ducted air conditioning, family room with built-in bar, gas cooking, dishwasher, entertainment area, huge inground pool, single remote garage under main roof and detached carports. Located in one of Emu Plains most sought after area’s. Once in a life time do homes like this come onto the market. Michael Ball 0414 264 668

Emu Plains $395,000 3

Penrith $349,950

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Neat Home in a Perfect Location

Open Home Sat 11:00 – 11:30am 4 Pellatt Pl

This neat 3 bedroom home has loads of potential! In walking distance to the Lennox Shopping Centre, transport & schools, this home is in a sought after location. Featuring; 3 bedrooms, split system air conditioning, builtins, single garage and carport. All set in a quite cul-de-sac location, this home wont last long.

Great Investment Opportunity

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Penrith $225,000

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First Home Buyer or Investment This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase a property for you to call home or if you’re an investor, the unit is currently retuning $270.00 per week with a great tenant willing to stay on. Offering • 2 double bedrooms • Split system air-conditioning • Single car accommodation at the back of the complex • Mirrored built-in robes to both bedrooms • Private balcony This well looked after unit is located on the second floor of a security complex in the CBD of Penrith, it was renovated approximately 9 years ago and has been very well looked after since then.

Open Home Sat 11:00 – 11:30am 19/175 Derby St

Tracey Hotchkiss 0414 272 945

Werrington o/o $235,000

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Light & Airy

Great first home or investment

This much loved 3 bedroom family home has been tastefully renovated with built-in robes, freshly painted, new carpets, down lights, ceiling fans, split system air conditioning, updated kitchen, renovated bathroom, renovated laundry with second toilet & single garage. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac and walking distance to schools, shops and transport this fantastic family home is waiting for its new family!

Definitely one of the best examples of a two bed unit in the Werrington area close to schools, shop & all transport, PLUS on a quiet & friendly St. Beautifully presented featuring, built-in robes, large lounge area, large clean galley style kitchen, floating floorboards & tiled through-out, new stove, split system air-conditioning, plus a huge balcony. Single car garage. Be quick and don’t miss out on this great opportunity for your first buy or new investment property. Inspections by appointment only, call Michael Ball on 0414 264 668.

Open Home Sat 10:00 – 10:30am 5/105-109 Albert Street

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A Fantastic Family Home

South Penrith $349,950

Open Home Sat 2:00 – 2:30pm 17 Baronesa Road

This exceptional 3 Bedroom home is located close to schools, shops and transport offering a quiet neighbourhood. Some features include, updated kitchen, bathroom, formal lounge, built in robes, ceiling fans, air-conditioning, large family room, spacious backyard and BBQ courtyard area. With the Regatta Centre only a 5 minute drive away and Nepean Rugby Park just at the end of the road, this property offers a fantastic family home.

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Michael Ball 0414 264 668

Penrith $345,000 3

This 3 bedroom home offers great value with polished timber floor boards, freshly painted, study, new blinds, new kitchen, new bathroom, lock up garage and carport. conveniently located within walking Open Home Sat 10:00 – 10:30am 30 Coreen Avenue distance to Penrith CBD and schools and transport. This would be an ideal first home or great investment opportunity.

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Ideally Located

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82 HENRY STREET, PENRITH

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Open Home Sat 2:00 – 2:30pm 28 Sunnydale Drive

Open Home Sat 12:00 – 12:30pm 4 Edith Street

Glenmore Park $489,000

Kingswood o/o $340,000

Cranebrook o/o $680,000

Move In, Relax and Enjoy

The Perfect Start

Why build when you can move straight into this fantastic 4 bedroom home which presents as well as any new home built today! The owner has kept this home in pristine condition leaving nothing to do other than relax and enjoy. This exceptional family home is located within walking distance to schools, parks, walking trails & easy access from the Northern Rd.

This 3 bedroom brick home is in a great street and is central to Nepean Hospital and The Western Sydney University. Featuring; Timber floor boards, updated kitchen & bathroom and split system air conditioning. With an amazing in-ground pool and single car garage. This is an ideal first home or investment.

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Huge Potential - Make an offer!! Looking for a block of land to build your dream home? Look no further; we have 5 fully fenced acres. The property includes a 3 bedroom home, lounge and 1 bathroom. Vendors instructions are to sell!

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Cranebrook $920,000 5

Grand Family Home

Tracey Hotchkiss 0414 272 945

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If you’re looking for a lifestyle change then look no further, this impressive family home is for you. This home include 5 bedrooms, sitting on an acre and three quarters of fully fenced land and established landscaped/manicure gardens. Other Features include: • Master bedroom has an open fire place with walk in robe, ensuite and corner spa bath • 3 double bedrooms all with built-in robes • 5th bedroom/study with built-in robe • Modern kitchen with Caesar stone bench tops • Top of the range stainless steel appliances • Formal lounge with open fire place & dining area all separate • Family room with open fire place, separate games room and separate media room • Ducted air- conditioning plus ducted vacuum system • Entertainment area overlooking the tranquillity of a large dam • 9” ceilings throughout. This property is a “MUST SEE”

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82 HENRY STREET, PENRITH

"Your Satisfaction Is Our Success"

North Cranebrook 17 Martha Crescent DESIRABLE, PEACEFUL POSITION

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In a top class location surrounded by some of the best homes in the district this spacious large 3 bedroom home features 2 large living areas, air conditioning, combustion wood fire, large open plan design, 2 bathrooms, internal garage access set on a large glorious 762sqm block, plenty of side access for the construction of a granny flat or in ground pool. This fantastic home can easily be converted to 4 bedrooms if needed. Located in a tranquil family friendly setting and only minutes’ walk to schools, shops and all public transport facilities

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Sale Offers Over $390,000 View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Amanda Beckett 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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Orchard Hills DRESS CIRCLE LOCATION, 8 BEDROOM RESIDENCE

One of Orchard Hills ‘ most enchanting properties. Private estate of over 4970 m2 ( Approx.) This magnificent Family Home is ideal for 2 large families or in-law accommodation. Resplendent in both proportions and elegant style, this property is a family estate of wonderful privacy and tranquillity. Set against a superb rural backdrop surrounded by some of the finest homes in the district, this luxuriously appointed property has been exceptionally crafted. The home offers generous formal lounge and multiple separate dining and large family rooms. This home has a highly family focused layout as well as an abundance of scenery and natural light to all Bedrooms. Main bedrooms are enormous with a walk in robe and bathroom, Ducted Air Conditioning is Present throughout the property as well as 2 large double garages for ample car accommodation.

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Sale $1.5 Million View By Appointment David Turner 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

4 bedroom split level home sitting high on the block and overlooking a picturesque valley. Features include a stunning kitchen, formal dinning room, large living room with large bi-fold doors that open on to a timber deck with awesome views. A second living area down stairs with its own timber deck. Also featured are 2 bathrooms and a 3rd timber deck to the left hand side of the property.

Sale Auction Sat 9th June @ 11am in rooms 3/308 High St, Penrith View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Helen Fitzpatrick 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

Oxley Park 1/65 Melbourne Street GREAT INVESTMENT

Great size 3 bedroom townhouse with single drive through garage. Large tiled lounge / dining room with split system air conditioner, 3 toilets throughout, built-in robes in all 3 bedrooms + an extra large ensuite off the main bedroom which is downstairs. Very easy to maintain backyard with small pergola area. The property is located a short drive to the M4 on ramp and is currently tenanted until October 2012 @ $345.00 per week.

Sale $316,000 View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Amanda Beckett 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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Blaxland 3 Moore Street SUPER LOCATION

Large 4 bedroom home set on a 556m2 block in leafy Blaxland, this is the perfect family home. Features include huge living room, beautiful timber kitchen ideal for any budding master chef. All bedrooms have built-ins plus ceiling fans. This home has the perfect downstairs entertaining area ideal for snooker, home theatre or teenage retreat. Also featured is a large fully enclosed inground saltwater pool. You can sit and watch the kids in the pool from the patio area overlooking the pool.

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Sale $449,000 View Saturday 11.00-11.30am Amanda Beckett 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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Sale $339,950 View By Appointment Steve Jackson 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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This is an ideal time to invest in this spacious 3 bedroom b/v home. Close to Penrith central and local to schools, shops & transport, this home would make an ideal 1st home or investment. Young kitchen, mirrored builtin wardrobe to main bedroom. Currently tenanted, returning $310/wk rent.

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Penrith GREAT LOCATION

Warrimoo GORGEOUS RESIDENTIAL HOMESTEAD

Penrith 52 Sherwood Circuit 4 BEDDER!!

Werrington County 6 Bunce Place A TRULY BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME

Sale $174,950 View By Appointment Steve Jackson 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

Sale Offers Over $390,000 View By Appointment David Turner 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

Sale $339,000 View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Helen Fitzpatrick 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

Sale Offers over $420,000 View Saturday 2.00-2.30pm Helen Fitzpatrick 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

For the astute investor. This 1 bedroom unit with lock up garage and ensuite access to bathroom has got to be the buy of the year! Walk to Penrith centre and station. Don’t let this one slip through your fingers!

Penrith

Ray White Penrith is proud to be appointed marketing agents for this wonderful historic property original 1 owner family home in the heart of Warrimoo. This large elevated property features 3 large bedrooms, new bathroom, polished timber floors, open plan design located on a large 1318 m2 parcel of land. Close to schools, shops and all public transport facilitates easy access to Penrith. Excellent opportunity for further renovation or development

4732 3333 Proudly presented by Penrith

Recently refurbished with new carpet and paint throughout. This 4 bedroom home with single lock up garage is tucked away not too far from the CBD and local schools. Built-in robe in main bedroom, good size separate lounge room with split system air conditioner and formal dining area off the kitchen. Also has 2 toilets, internal laundry and gas stove. Close by is the local bus stop and not too far from Nepean Hospital. Currently tenanted @ $360.00 per week with lease expiring in August 2012.

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Do you have a large family?? Or just need that extra space?, then this is the home for you. Spacious 5 bedroom home with a very private inground pool, single garage + a large carport area. Features include a built-in sauna, rumpus room, formal lounge room, ensuite, study area & huge walk in pantry. This home has all the comforts – ducted air conditioning, beautiful kitchen with gas appliances & built-in bar to enjoy after a hard day’s work. The outside area has a huge deck, paved courtyard and plenty of room for the kids to play. This home is tucked away in a small cul-de-sac close to Werrington County Shopping Centre, local park and schools. A bus stop is also close by.

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Jordan Springs, just seven kilometres from Penrith City Centre, brings a beautiful new address to this popular area. This will be a community where you can live, learn, work and play. The Western Weekender

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LONDONDERRY AUCTION TRUCK DRIVERS , MACHINE OPERATORS , ACREAGE BUYERS, TAKE NOTE DONT MISS OUT !

This fantastic lot comprising of approx 5.29 acres is situated in one of Londonderry best streets and is ideal for the machinery operator or person with truck or the perfect place to build your dream home. The site has been operated as a trucking yard for many years , with approx 3 acres of all weather hard stand area , a separate fully self contained office complex /or possible temporary accommodation until you build . The property is ideally located only minutes from The Northern rd for easy access to the North or the South there is a perfect building site with ample room to build your dream home. Your inspection is highly recommended as this property will not disappoint. Call Parker & Partner on 47226933 for further details

AUCTION ON SITE AT 2.00pm 2nd JUNE 2012 66 Whitegates Road, Londonderry if not sold prior

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GLENMORE RIDGE

This fantastic family home with three large bedrooms is sure to impress. Featuring polished fl oor boards, large timber kitchen, informal dining / family room, formal lounge room and modern bathroom, not to mention air conditioning and large carport and garden shed. All set on approx 711sqm positioned high on the hill with view to the Blue Mountains, opposite the park. This home is sure to impress and your inspection is highly recommended, for further details and inspection call Parker & Partners on 47226933

$269,990

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WATERSIDE READY TO MOVE IN –

$469,000 2 1

This 525 sqm block of land is located in Glenmore Ridge, WATERSIDE ESTATE – DON’T DELAY! This immaculately presented, almost brand new home has it all. With all the hard work done in the newest precinct in prestigious Glenmore Park and it is ready for you and your family to move straight in. This luxury home features…. * Designer kitchen with breakfast bar, Caesar-stone benchtops, 900mm stainless steel oven, dishwasher and is conveniently located approx. 10 minutes away from built in microwave plus a walk in pantry. * Large open plan dining and family room, leading onto undercover alfresco. * 3 good sized bedrooms with built-ins, including a generous master the Penrith CBD. Blocks of this size with wide frontage are an bedroom with walk in robe and ensuite. * Dual zone ducted air-conditioning, Alarm system, Video intercom, blinds throughout, auto garage. This amazing home has everything you could rare so act now to secure the perfect place to build your possibly dream of... Just sit back, relax and enjoy! This home is a must see .– your inspection is highly recommended . PRICED TO SELL!!! dream home.

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Two lots to choose from 700 sqm approx

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OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 11.00 to 11.30am 9 Prion Avenue

CLAREMONT PARK LANDS $429,000 THE PERFECT HOME

This fantastic 4 bedroom home features ensuite and walk - in robe to main, built-ins, second bathroom plus toilet, formal lounge/living, family room, large kitchen and double garage with electric panel doors. Includes site costs, basix, driveway, clothes line, floor coverings, vertical blinds, carpet, tiles, fly screens, retaining walls where required, electric remote garage door, fencing and landscaping. Photos for illustration purposes only and photo may not be true representation.

GLENMORE RIDGE

$269,990

CLAREMONT PARK

PRICED FROM $235,000

525 sqm approx wide frontage, registered Land 8 Lots 375- 450 sqm approx

LONDONDERRY

3 lots to choose from 560 sqm approx

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4722 6933

$269,000

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DON’T SIT ON THE FENCE The Western Weekender

Don’t miss your chance to be part of Penrith’s newest community with shopping, parks, childcare and more on your doorstep. Secure your place at Jordan Springs and pay just $5,000 deposit^ with no Stamp Duty before June 30, plus get a $2,000 Landscaping Bonus. And with a huge range of living options from $394,800, why sit on the fence when you could build your own instead?

BUY YOUR NEW HOME BEFORE JUNE 30 AND SAVE UP TO $22,490* STAMP DUTY

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*Prices correct as at 10 April 2012, at time of printing. Stamp Duty eligibility criteria applies. Savings price based on an ‘off the plan’ home and land package priced at $599,990 that has not yet started construction. Terms and conditions apply – please visit the Sales and Information Centre for full details or telephone 1800 086 656. For more information, see http://homebuyer.nsw.gov.au for full stamp duty savings and details. ^With no more to pay until land is expected to register in June.

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S T A N D A R D S

Phil

Troy

Gareth Celeste

Scott

Trent

Kieran Philippa

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Adrian Jamie

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 12.00 to 12.40pm 9 Barracks Street

EMU HEIGHTS

OFFERS OVER $399,950

MODERN WITH SIDE ACCESS

Slightly elevated and resting on over 730 sqm of land this home presents a great opportunity to allow your family to s-t-r-e-t-c-h out. The floor plan combines four bedrooms with two separate living areas; there is the advantage of a modern kitchen with a walk-in pantry and an oversized garage with internal access. Other features include solar electricity panels, a water tank and side access. With limited opportunity to enter the market in Emu Heights this family home deserves your immediate attention.

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EMU PLAINS

$495,000

POSITION PERFECT

Situated in arguably one of Emu Plain’s best streets, this great size family home is just minutes from the Lennox Shopping Centre. Featuring four bedrooms, two rooms with built in wardrobes, open plan kitchen and casual meals area plus a good size lounge and dining area. This much loved home also features a beautifully renovated bathroom and ensuite plus the comfort of ducted air conditioning throughout. Outside there is a double carport and garage with teenagers retreat, also ideal for working from home. Positioned in a convenient cul de sac location this home is sure to be popular. Call today to arrange your own private inspection.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 1.00 to 1.40pm 15 Walkers Crescent

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $579,950

A REAL EYE CATCHER!

The renovated kitchen is the centrepiece of this four bedroom home. Enjoying ducted air conditioning throughout this home will surely suit your growing family’s needs. There are built in robes, two living areas, a renovated ensuite and spacious main bathroom. The huge covered entertaining area overlooks the in ground pool.

• HIGHEST POSSIBLE PRICE • SHORTEST POSSIBLE TIME • LEAST INCONVENIENCE TO YOU!!

EMU PLAINS

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Complete with ducted air conditioning, wonderfully high ceilings and modern inclusions throughout. Other features include ducted air conditioning, built in robes, remote single garage with internal access and a small courtyard. With a bus stop out the front and the security of electric gates you will need to be quick.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 11.00 to 11.40am 10 The Upper Sanctuary Drive

LEONAY

$469,950

Enjoying a commanding position with an elevated balcony is this split level property that represents fantastic value. With access from two streets the home is accompanied by an oversized garage, a covered entertaining area and established gardens. The home’s layout combines four bedrooms with a separate lounge/dining arrangement; there is the comfort of split system air conditioning and the advantage of an internal laundry. Priced to please we suggest you don’t delay in booking your inspection. Call now or watch for open home times.

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EMU PLAINS

EMU HEIGHTS

OFFERS OVER $429,950

In arguably one of Emu Plains most convenient locations is this established and superbly maintained property that will please at every turn. The spacious three bedroom floor plan offers a great size lounge and dining area, the comfort of ducted air conditioning and an internal laundry. The backyard is spacious and easily accommodates the huge garage and entertaining area. An inspection is a must to appreciate the package on offer.

OFFERS OVER $449,950

A great opportunity to secure a superb property moments from the local primary school. The floor plan has been adjusted and now enjoys a spacious open plan design that’s complimented by a renovated kitchen and stunning flooring. For entertaining there is a great size recreation room that opens out the grassed yard and sparkling in ground pool. Dressed in a contemporary facade you will be doing well to find a better package. Call now or watch for open times.

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EMU HEIGHTS

OFFERS OVER $429,950

NO NEED TO COMPROMISE

This package has it all. Positioned in a central Emu Heights location, this perfectly presented home features three large bedrooms all with built in wardrobes and ensuite to the main. The practical layout offers a formal lounge and dining area plus a second living space with high pitched ceilings off the modern kitchen. The fully fenced block is adorned with beautifully manicured gardens, an undercover entertaining area as well as double garage with internal and drive thru access. Call today for your inspection.

Glenmore Park

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Cranebrook

Springwood

Penrith

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774

5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

4733 6999

OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 1.00 to 1.40pm 41 Bromley Road

Emu Plains

4735 2121

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT

METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED

OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 12.00 to 12.40pm 60 Palomino Road

OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 1.00 to 1.40pm 11 Napier Avenue

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OFFERS OVER $329,950

SENIOR’S SANCTUARY

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Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

4722 5000 4735 8888 1052WWD3523

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OFFERS OVER $465,000

MODERN AND PRIVATE HOME

If you have a young family or simply looking for an immaculate single storey modern home which is low maintenance and in a child friendly cul-de-sac location you’d better organise an inspection of this magnificent four bedroom home with ensuite to the main plus walk-in robe. Inside there are multiple and open plan living areas, split system air conditioning, tiled traffic areas plus stainless steel and gas appliances with gas cooking as well. There is also an undercover entertaining area. All this and much more in a brilliant North Cranebrook location.

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Phil

Troy

Gareth Celeste

Scott

Trent

Kieran Philippa

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OFFERS OVER $720,000

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OFFERS OVER $549,950

CONTEMPORARY FUSION OF DESIGNER LIVING

Showcasing ultra-contemporary design is this four bedroom family home approximately two years young located in the prestigious Waterside Estate. Consisting of vast open plan living areas, stainless steel gas cooking appliances and a caesar stone gourmet kitchen. Upstairs there are great size bedrooms, two walk-in robes plus two built-in robes and a media room, balcony with glorious mountain views and ducted air-conditioning. All this and much more in a prestigious estate which will consist of community tennis court, pool and community centre.

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LAND

745-757 THE NORTHERN RD

LOT 11 BROOKS LANE

LONDONDERRY

$470,000

CHEAP ACREAGE

In a prominent street frontage location in a brilliant position in between Penrith and Richmond just under five acres approximately this has to be one of the best value blocks of land this year. Escape the rat race and start building. Zoned RU4 there are many possibilities subject to council approval.

AGNES BANKS

OFFERS OVER $620,000

STUNNING ACRES – CONVENIENT LOCALITY

Located approximately 20 minutes drives from Penrith are two opportunities to secure vacant. One block is just shy of five acres in size with the second block just over five acres. The general landscape appears reasonably level and will offer you and your family peaceful views with a care free lifestyle.

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LAND

The Western Weekender

If you’re looking to build your dream home then look no further than this brilliant 3.7 acre (14,980m2) corner block with dual street frontage which is perfect if you have trucks or cars. This flat block of land has electricity, town water and is close to local schools, shops and sporting fields. Currently situated on this property is a two bedroom home which is perfect if you want to live while you build! Call us now to organise an inspection of this brilliant property.

Adrian Jamie

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CRANEBROOK

BRILLIANT ACREAGE LOCATION

Craig

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Tom

S T A N D A R D S

$215,000

BUILD YOUR DREAM

Build not only your dream home but secure a lifestyle to be the envy of all your friends and family in the very popular waterside estate. Situated at the base of the Blue Mountains and close to the Penrith Lakes Scheme and Penrith CBD. This block of land approximately 443m2 is just ready and waiting to build your dream home and especially with stamp duty exemptions available and extra facilities such as community tennis court, children’s play area, community centre and brilliantly walkways around the waterways. With all this in mind now is the time to build on this fantastic block of land.

CRANEBROOK

Ideal for an investment or great first home with the added benefit of the garage being DA approved as a salon. So if you’re looking to work from home what a rare and great opportunity. Consisting of three bedrooms, ensuite to main, built-in robes to all, gas cooking and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen and single garage plus side access and a large yard for the kids to play. All this and much more in a very popular location close to schools, shops and sporting fields. Call us now to organise an inspection.

Cranebrook

Emu Plains

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Springwood

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774

5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773

7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777

4730 1122

4735 2121

OFFERS OVER $350,000

OPPORTUNITIES GALORE

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

Glenmore Park Penrith 30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

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429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

4722 5000 1052WWD3523

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$1,090,000

TRUCKS? STORAGE? HORSES? INVESTMENT? YOU DECIDE!

Situated on just under four acres is this four bedroom, two bathroom and double garage home featuring; an alarm, built-ins to all bedrooms, ensuite to main, ducted air-conditioning, a covered entertaining area with built-in barbeque and even a large detached and enclosed gazebo. The house is currently tenanted at $580 per week to quality tenants. For the horse lover there are four fenced paddocks, a feed shed and three stables. There is also a dog run on the property! The real gem with this property is the enormous barn which has to be seen to be believed. To explore the possibilities book your inspection today! These opportunities do not present themselves too often!

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GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $525,000

Gareth Celeste

Scott

Trent

Kieran Philippa

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Adrian Jamie

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GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $569,000

HOLIDAY AT HOME!

Situated in a wonderful stage one location is this truly spectacular home. Perfect for the entertainer or for the growing family this spacious home features four bedrooms, all with built-in’s, the master suite enjoys a walk-in robe and renovated en-suite, the stunning kitchen offers style and sophistication seldom found and opens up to a large family/dining area, rumpus room and bi-fold doors allowing an effortless flow from the inside to the outside entertaining areas. With multiple living areas, a stunning pool with spa, alarm, ducted air-conditioning, side access, plantation shutters and so much more this home will not last long. Book your inspection today to experience the WOW factor for yourself.

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GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $399,950

UNIQUE OFFERING

You will be disappointed if you miss out on inspecting this large four bedroom home. The unique design has all bedroom sizes larger than most. The main has ensuite and walk in robe and there are built in’s to the other three. There is a good sized open lounge/ dining area and the family area has cathedral ceilings. There is an undercover entertaining plus an extra large drive through single garage. Positioned on the high side of the street, the options are open for you to add your own touch and benefit from your efforts. Call now for an inspection.

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Situated in a quality street taking in magnificent views of the Blue Mountains is this wonderful family home. We challenge you to find better value than what is on offer here with five bedrooms, four with built ins, a large study, three living areas, ducted air conditioning upstairs, double garage (single drive through access), a lovely pool and still enough yard for the kids and pets! The real bonus here is that the entire house has been repainted, there is brand new carpet throughout, there is brand new appliances in the kitchen, new light fittings and even two new vanities in the bathrooms.

Troy

ALL THIS FOR HOW MUCH?

Phil

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MULGOA

Tom

S T A N D A R D S

GLENMORE PARK

$649,000

STUNNING FAMILY ENTERTAINER!

Situated in one of Glenmore Parks finest locations is this magnificent family home. Features include, four large bedrooms with built-in’s (walk-in robes to three), study, double garage with auto doors, three bathrooms and multiple formal and casual living areas. The amazing designer kitchen opens out to an expansive dining and entertaining area that enjoys a beautiful aspect out to the private and magnificently landscaped rear yard. With extras such as a large covered entertaining area, alarm, ducted air-conditioning and ducted vacuum and absolutely immaculate presentation.

Glenmore Park 30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

4733 6999

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

4735 8888

GLENMORE PARK

$699,000

RELAXED FAMILY LIVING

Positioned in the prestige Blue Hills Estate and moments from The Northern Road is this perfect family home. Offering loads of family friendly space throughout with both relaxed and formal living areas. Featuring four bedrooms upstairs all with built in’s along with another rumpus room which is perfect for kids or a teenagers retreat. Downstairs, the home flows easily from formal lounge and dining through to a lovely everyday dining room then onto a unique nook where you can sit and escape the day to day stresses whilst overlooking the in ground salt water pool. With side access, undercover entertaining area as well as a brilliant grassed area.

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Cranebrook

Springwood

Emu Plains

Penrith

134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774

5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

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4735 2121

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S T A N D A R D S

Phil

Troy

Gareth Celeste

Scott

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Craig

Adrian Jamie

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 10.00 to 10.40am 80 Elizabeth Crescent

KINGSWOOD

OFFERS OVER $299,950

CENTRAL CUL DE SAC LOCATION

Positioned at the end of a cul de sac is this brick veneer property featuring three bedrooms, enclosed under cover entertaining area, detached lock up garage and a good size block. With still so much potential to add some finishing touches and make it your own this property would make an ideal entry point into the ever increasing property market.

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JAMISONTOWN

OFFERS OVER $325,000

GREAT RETURNS!

With a current rent return of $1,690 per month and positioned in the heart of Jamisontown, this apartment is sure to amaze. It features four bedrooms, Ensuite to master, two other bathrooms, air conditioning, modern kitchen plus open planned living spaces. With the addition of parking spaces & the benefit of a security complex, this property is a rare find.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 12th 11.00 to 11.40am 48 Penrose Crescent

ORCHARD HILLS

OFFERS OVER $949,950

CUL DE SAC ACREAGE!

Positioned in a whisper quiet location, this large family home awaits. It features five good size bedrooms, ensuite to master, formal lounge and dining rooms, lovely timber kitchen, meals area and two other rumpus rooms for that little bit of extra space. So when you add to this the convenience of ducted air conditioning, the four car garage, double carport, in ground swimming pool and storage areas, this home is a must to see. All this and more and is positioned on approximately one acre of land and awaits your inspection.

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JAMISONTOWN

$369,950

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PENRITH

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OFFERS OVER $269,950

HASTA LA VISTA LANDLORD

Why rent? Come home to this three bedroom townhouse in a convenient spot close to schools, shops and transport. Boasting built in robes to two rooms, modern kitchen, neat and tidy bathroom, internal laundry, large living area and a separate dining. Outside includes a single garage and a courtyard for those social gatherings.

OFFERS OVER $429,950

$349,950

CLOSE TO CBD â€“ 701 SQ METRES

Trying to find a good block with four bedrooms and two living areas then donâ€™t hesitate. This wonderful home has four great sized bedrooms, two separate living or lounge rooms, a large kitchen and dining area. This home also comes with split system air conditioning. The home is carpeted in the bedrooms and polished timber floors and tiles in the kitchen and is brick veneer.

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SOUTH PENRITH

OFFERS OVER $399,950

PERFECT CUL-DE-SAC LIVING

Positioned in a small, quiet cul-de-sac, this one owner family home awaits. It features four good size bedrooms, a large open lounge room, enormous dining room plus the all year round comfort of air-conditioning. You will then notice the separate family room, the modern kitchen and bathroom (with separate toilet), the covered entertaining area and side access. With the additional benefits of having a carport and a garage, this home surely has plenty to offer. Call today to avoid missing out!

Penrith

Emu Plains

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Springwood

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774

5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773

7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

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Glenmore Park

Cranebrook

30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

4733 6999

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If you are really particular about the area you wish to live in and want a property that reflects your good taste then look no further. Consisting of Four Bedrooms including two with built ins, open plan living areas, family room, separate dining, renovated bathroom, large modern kitchen with plenty of cupboard space, ducted air conditioning and internal laundry with separate toilet and a second shower. Outside boasts an inground heated saltwater pool, two separate undercover entertaining area, two good size sheds and a double carport.

PENRITH

FIRST IN - BEST ADDRESSED!

4722 5000 4735 2121

SOUTH PENRITH

Positioned in a quiet street close to all amenities, this lovely home features three good size bedrooms, a large lounge room, polished timber flooring, great size modern kitchen, an updated bathroom plus a second living area. With the added benefits of a second bathroom, split system air conditioning, a fantastic sunroom, large side access (with electric gate), detached garage and the good size backyard, this home is one that should not be missed. So call us today and book your private viewing.

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Call now to inspect this wonderful offering that will allow you to enter the property market in this sought after suburb. The floor plan enjoys four bedrooms with built in robes to two, a separate lounge and dining area, carpet/timber floors and the comfort of split system air conditioning. Side access leads to a great sized grassed yard; there is also a carport and an internal laundry. Positioned in a handy part of town and priced to please this deserves your immediate attention.

OFFERS OVER $335,000

RENOVATED AND LOVED

FOUR BEDROOMS FOR HOW MUCH?

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Ropes Crossing

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Lot 2300 Saltbush Cct By Fowler Homes Fixed Price

$380,000

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By Edgewater Homes

An affordable home which is located in the leafy location of Ropes Crossing, Woodlands village. Within a short walk to the Ropes Crossing oval with tennis & basketball courts, it offers the perfect lifestyle to keep active & social. There is nothing for you to do but move in. The home offers open plan living which flows out onto an alfresco area. The home is fully landscaped to both front & rear yards and includes fencing. Completion due December 2012.

Home & Land

$369,990 » » » » » »

Leafy outlook in sought after Woodlands village

Main bedroom with ensuite & built-in robe Fisher & Paykel stainless steel appliances Caesarstone benchtop in kitchen Blinds to all windows Flyscreens to all windows & sliding doors Remote controlled garage door

Lot 3313 Finsbury Cct

5% deposit - balance on completion Designer kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops Resort style undercover alfresco area Remote controlled garage door Contemporary landscaping to front & rear yards Completion due August 2012

Lot 181 Bluebell Cres By ANCON

2.5

Fixed Price

$449,900 » » » » » »

Builder Bonus: Ducted air conditioning Builder Bonus: 900mm stainless steel appliances Open plan family & kitchen area Separate light filled living & dining area Landscaping to front & rear yards Completion due July 2012

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Lot 121 Allom St By Fowler Homes

Home & Land

$480,500 » » » » » »

Fisher & Paykel stainless steel appliances Kitchen with stone benchtops Open plan living/kitchen & meals area Master bedroom with ensuite & walk-in robe Large land size of 488m2 Completion due July 2012

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Lot 3296 Finsbury cct By Eden Brae Homes Fixed Price

$409,900 » » » » » »

3.5

Offers above

$420,000

Lot 771 Susannah Dr By ANCON

2.5

Home & Land

$469,900 » » » » » »

Find out more about Builder Bonus! All bedrooms with mirror sliding built-in doors Modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances Ducted air conditioning Remote controlled garage door & alarm system Completion due July 2012

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Lot 2203 Stringybark Rd By Edgewater Homes

2.5

Home & Land

$485,000 » » » » » »

Fixed price - only 5% deposit Modern 900mm stainless steel appliances Resort style undercover alfresco Feature timber stacking doors Walk-in butler's pantry Completion due May 2012

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Loft above garage perfect for home office CaesarStone benchtops Stainless steel appliances Landscaping to front & rear yards Overlooking lovely Barinya Park Call now to arrange inspection

This home is ready for inspection! Call now to book your personalised tour! The home offers large open plan living which flows out onto an alfresco area. Located in the friendly Barinya village, you are a very short walk to a park & playground - a great way to keep active by kicking a ball around or having a picnic with friends. The home is also close to Ropes Central with school, shops, oval with tennis & basketball courts & a Community Resource Hub where you can participate in many activities.

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By White Design & Construction

5% DEPOSIT & NOTHING MORE UNTIL SETTLEMENT!

Air conditioning at no extra cost Modern kitchen with stone benchtops Quality stainless steel appliances Remote controlled garage door & alarm system Landscaping to front & rear yards Letterbox & fencing

Lot 1/3084 Highett St

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THE EDUCATED TEAM (L TO R) TONY INGLIS, LISA HALL, KEVIN ALLEN, MATTHEW TOWNLEY-JONES, SERENA FISHER

Ten year milestone Local business celebrates a decade helping the local community

ith interest rates coming down at the moment, it is a good time for people to seek some local and educated fi nancial advice, especially when it comes to your mortgage. Educated Finance is a locally based business and are here to help out all local clients with everything fi nancial including home loans, vehicle and business fi nance, personal insurance and fi nancial planning. With more than 20 years of experience, the team at Educated Finance have a wealth

of knowledge to provide you with practical and aff ordable solutions to your fi nance needs. “We are here to help out our local clients with vehicle leasing, home loans, re-financing and with interest rates,” said Educated Finance Partner, Tony Inglis. “We are also authorised fi nancial planners, which means that rather than just giving you a great deal on your home loan, we can also provide you with personal insurance cover to protect you and your

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family and your assets.” Educated Finance is also partnered with their sister business, Educated Property, which provides real estate sales and property management services. “Many properties are sold through us before they reach the newspapers as we match suitable for sale properties with fi nance clients who have their home loans already pre-approved,” Mr Inglis said. On October 1 this year, Educated Finance will celebrate their 10 year anniversary of

opening their Penrith office. In celebration of a decade worth of helping out local people, Educated Finance will be offering 10 per cent off their fi nancial planning services (as long as you mention the Western Weekender). For a confi dential and free no-obligation chat, please call the team at Educated Finance on 1300EDUCATED today (1300 338 228). Educated Finance is located at Suite 11, 354 High Street, Penrith.

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LETHBRIDGE PARK $288,000

Well presented 4 bedrooms home will delight the most discerning buyer. The property has been meticulously updated throughout boasting new bathroom, and kitchen just to mention but a few of the many improvements. Set on a 632m2 block with established front and rear landscaped yards and backing onto parklands, INSPECTION A MUST the home will entertain family and friends alike with covered pergola and multiple CALL LISA ON 0407 065 086 living areas. Complete with gas heating & cooling as well as a garage and carport.

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Two units are available. One is positioned on the ground floor with an extra large courtyard. These stylish units are handy to all amenities and include polyurethane kitchens with stainless steel appliances, stunning INSPECTION A MUST CALL LISA ON 0407 065 086 bathroom, built-in robe, basement parking, security entrance.

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This home has it all, in the perfect location as well. This large home is located on a large land block approximately 708sqm. The home boasts large bedrooms and a large single lock up garage. Air-conditioning with a renovated INSPECTION A MUST kitchen all situated Close to schools, shops, and public transport

Property

PRESENTED TO PLEASE

This truly magnificent 46sq family home is set on one picturesque acre within in a prestigious estate. With a backdrop of uninterrupted mountain views and located in a quiet cul-de-sac, yet only 10 minutes to Richmond & Springwood shops & 20 minutes to Penrith, this is a fantastic location for a family home. Four double bedrooms with built-ins, the master bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite and balcony access with dis tant city views. Five spacious living areas including upstairs and downstairs rumpus, TV room, formal living room, and a solarium area off the modern kitchen perfect for informal dining. Also includes formal dining room, huge study or fifth bedroom, workshop area within the triple garage, ducted air-conditioning and ducted vacuum system, stainless steel kitchen appliances, upstairs balcony, outdoor paved courtyard and deck.

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OPEN HOME Saturday 12th 10.00-10.30am, 5/105-109 Albert Street

Great First Home Or Investment

The Entertainer

Defi nitely one of the best examples of a two bed unit in the Werrington area close to schools, shop & all transport, PLUS on a quiet & friendly St. Beautifully presented featuring, built-in robes, large lounge area, large clean galley style kitchen, carpeted & tiled through-out, new stove, split system air-conditioning, plus a huge balcony. Single car garage. Be quick and don’t miss out on this great opportunity for your fi rst buy or new investment property. Inspections by appointment only, call Michael Ball on 0414 264 668.

4 bedrooms all with built-ins, main with renovated ensuite Huge main living plus family room Walk thru modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances and natural gas cook top Exposed raked ceilings, stunning blue gum timber floorboards, security shutters, ducted air plus alarm • Sparkling in ground salt water solar heated pool beside the equally impressive undercover entertaining area • Double garage plus secured carport ideal for boats, trailers or caravans. Situated in a very popular street, surrounded by equally impressive homes. On a flat block with no stairs and transformed by a recent redesign with an emphasis on open plan living and outdoor entertaining. Call today for your private viewing.

Werrington

Emu Heights

Oﬀers over $235,000

Contact Michael Ball at Michael Ball Realty Penrith on 0414 264 668 or 47 322 888 • www.mbrrealty.com.au

• • • •

Contact Dukes Estate Agents Penrith on 4722 2626 • www.dukesestateagents.com.au

50 Gidley Street, St Marys

An opportunity exists to purchase a unique part of St Marys history. ‘Bronte house’, situated on the corner of King and Gidley Streets on the outskirts of St Marys CBD. Offered on behalf of Mission Australia, this stately home built in 1889 sits on a 1,395sqm parcel. Steeped in history, the property could be easily adapted to suit a multitude of uses, including solicitors, accountants, financial, or any professional use (subject to Council approval). With the current owners relocating, this is a serious and genuine sale. Full information package available upon request.

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Expressions of Interest

Oﬀers Over $529,000

Penrith 4722 8500 Fax: 4722 8511 rhc.com.au

Gavin Shatford 0417 228 507

Keiran McGarity 0417 228 504

Disclaimer: The information contained in this brochure has been prepared on information obtained and while we trust it to be correct , it is not guaranteed by us and prospective purchasers/lessees must rely on their own enquiries

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Property

Fully Fenced - Great For Horses If you fi nd yourself being constantly disappointed in the search for your dream acreage than we believe we have found arguably Silverdale’s very best cleared acreage. Totalling approximately 6.65 hectares (over 16 acres) and surrounded by some of the districts fi nest luxury homes this parcel of paradise must be seen to be fully appreciated. With the majority of the land cleared and well maintained, there is a dam, it is fully fenced so it would be ideal for horses, there is access to town water and even the possibility in the future to sub-divide (stca), this land could secure your family’s future. As only a small part of the land can be viewed from the road and the property is behind gates we ask that you book your inspection with one of our agents and take the time to walk this magnificent land holding.

Silverdale

Oﬀers Over $795,000

Great Returns!

Positioned in the heart of Jamisontown, this large apartment is sure to amaze. With a current rent return of $1,690 per month, it features four large bedrooms, ensuite to the master, a second bathroom accessing two other bedrooms, the fourth also has its own bathroom, air conditioning, modern kitchen plus open planned living areas. So then add the parking space, the benefit of a security complex and & the all round size of this home, this property is a rare fi nd.

Jamisontown Oﬀers Over $325,000 Contact Jim Aitken + Partners Penrith on 4722 5000 • www.jimaitken.com.au

Contact Jim Aitken + Partners Glenmore Park on 4733 6999 • www.jimaitken.com.au

Find out how much you can borrow

Phone Matthew Townley-Jones

0423 661 196

E: matthew@educated.com.au W: www.educated.com.au

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OPEN HOMES Sat 11.00-11.30am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 12.00-12.30pm Sat 12.00-12.40pm

3 Moore Street

BLAXLAND

CAMBRIDGE PARK

37 Wembley Avenue

CRANEBROOK

18 Debussy Place 5 Fireball Avenue 29 Ariel Crescent 7 Procyon Place

EMU HEIGHTS

60 Palomino Road 41 Bromley Road

Sat 11.00-11.30am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm

4 Pellatt Place 8 Crawford Street 2 Ryan Place 10 Bunyarra Drive 1 Ellison Place 7 Lucas Street 11 Napier Avenue 15 Walkers Crescent

Sat 1.00-1.40pm

29 Martin Place

Sat 12.00-12.30pm Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm Sat 2.00-2.30pm Sat 2.00-2.40pm

GLENBROOK

18 Wright Street

GLENMORE PARK

Lot 226, 12 Crossley Avenue 29 Knox Street 5 Iris Court 28 Sunnydale Drive 1 Flitcroft Place

JAMISONTOWN

25 Henderson Crescent 4 Edith Street

KINGSWOOD

Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Michael Ball Realty Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Emu Plains Jim Aitken Springwood

Sat 11.00-11.40am

1 Germaine Avenue

Sat 12.00-12.30pm

17 Martha Crescent

Sat 1.00-1.30pm

1/65 Melbourne Street

Sat 10.00-10.30am Sat 10.00-10.30am

30 Coreen Avenue 52 Sherwood Circuit

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121 Evan Street 48 Penrose Crescent 19 Gilda Avenue 17 Baronesa Road

Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm

200 Railway Parade 40 Terrymont Road

Sat 11.00-11.30am

9 Prion Avenue

MOUNT RIVERVIEW

ROSS FOWLER & CO Chartered Accountants

Ray White Penrith

OXLEY PARK Ray White Penrith

PENRITH Michael Ball Realty Ray White Penrith

SOUTH PENRITH Jim Aitken Penrith Jim Aitken Penrith Jim Aitken Penrith Michael Ball Realty

WARRIMOO Jim Aitken Glenbrook Jim Aitken Glenbrook

WATERSIDE Parker & Partners REA

WERRINGTON Sat 10.00-10.30am

5/105-109 Albert Street

Sat 2.00-2.30pm

6 Bunce Place

Sat 1.00-1.40pm Sat 2.00-2.40pm

39 Shakespeare Drive 229 Hawkesbury Road

Michael Ball Realty

WERRINGTON COUNTY

Jim Aitken Penrith Michael Ball Realty

Jim Aitken Glenbrook

NORTH CRANEBROOK

Ray White Penrith Jim Aitken Glenmore Park Jim Aitken Glenmore Park Jim Aitken Glenmore Park Michael Ball Realty Jim Aitken Glenmore Park

Jim Aitken Emu Plains

Ray White Penrith

WINMALEE

11 Tindale St Penrith

4722 3066

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Sat 12.00-12.30pm

FAULCONBRIDGE

Jim Aitken Cranebrook Jim Aitken Cranebrook Parker & Partners REA Jim Aitken Cranebrook

10 The Upper Sanctuary Drive

Sat 12.00-12.40pm

EMU PLAINS

Jim Aitken Penrith

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■ ■ ■ ■

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WEATHER WARNING...

Special Price for DIY Kits Full Colorbond Steel 5.6x3.1 $1350 Penrith City Awnings 15% discount

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DIGITAL CHANGE OVER SPECIALS EXTRA TV & TELEPHONE OUTLETS COMPETITIVE PRICES

Liam Nangle - Builder - Lic No. R71515

DEAL DIRECT WITH THE BUILDER - 20 Years Experience

bdc.sydney@gmail.com

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OFFICE 4576 1616 MOBILE 0410 437 558

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RICHARD MUELLER BRICKLAYER

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• Driveways • Entertainment Areas • Patios

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

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Lic No: 178 474C

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Electrical - Phone - Data - CCTV - Alarm

0422 588 455

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N.P. Nelson

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L. 412827c

Call Merv 0418 249 738 or 9625 7740

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0401 646 640 4736 7370 0

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est 1999

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Citywide Business Services

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John Newham

896WWT171

Tradespeople & Small Businesses! Paperwork in a mess? Running short of money? Too busy to get invoices out?

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1300 785 845

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

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

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0416 116 602

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Lic No 416722C

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9833 9006

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ia Motors Australia has provided logistics support to the 2012 Rotary Ride for Research, which over the past 25 years has raised over $820,000 for Australian Rotary Health (ARH). ARH is a major research grants fund and is the largest Australia-wide project undertaken by Rotary. Since 1985 the fund has allocated over $26.7 million through 495 grants for research into Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, care of the aged, adolescent health, family health, mental health,

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espite a spirited fightback, David Sieders slipped to eighth in the Auto One V8 Ute Series at Barbagallo Raceway (WA) last weekend. Sieders had made it up to third place on the ENZED Leaderboard after qualifying, but a braking issue saw his iseek Communications-backed Ute bogged in race one, and the 2011 Championship Runner-Up was left to claw his way back through the field, and now sits 74 points from the lead. “What a tough weekend, and two days

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n Sunday the Giants made their first trip to Melbourne and Etihad Stadium to face the Blues. Setanta O’hAilpin made his debut for his new club, playing against his old one. He kicked an unbelievable goal that kept the Giants in touch, but unfortunately he went down with a serious knee injury in the fi nal quarter. The GWS bench was already stretched as they had already lost Dean Brogan to a serious arm injury. With Folau being omitted due to illness, the Giants relied heavily on Giles to carry the ruck work for most of the match. At the big break GWS were only 10 points down, but again, they let their opposition kick away, with Carlton eventually winning the game by 67 points. Co-captain, Phil Davis, who kicked 2 goals in his new role as a forward, was a shining light up forward but when the midfield struggled to get the ball down to him and they lost O’hAilpin, the scoring dried up. Greene and McDonald were impressive throughout the match gathering 54 possessions between them. Once again the Giants put a good fight for

Can they get a win? part of a game, but they have been unable to sustain the intensity for four quarters, could this week be diff erent? Th is is the best chance for the Giants to win a game. They face the Gold Coast Suns, who are without superstar Gary Ablett Jnr for a few weeks and key defender, Nathan Bock, for the season with a broken leg. Th is is the time to show Sydney and Australia what they are made of. GWS should go into the game with confidence as they have beaten the Suns in the pre-season, but Gold Coast aren’t going to be easy, coming off a 7 point loss to the Dockers, who are expected to be fi nalists this year. One thing that is for sure it will be a fantastic game to watch, two young teams, fighting for respect in the AFL, what else would you rather be doing on Saturday afternoon?

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The rac racing at Penrith Paceway featured the Lauri Laurie Vella Memorial Pace. The race is an annua annual event held to honour the name of Laurie Vella. Laurie was an avid supporter of Penrit Penrith harness racing over a period of many years so the family now respect his name by sponsoring this race. A good field of pacers nominated for the race but with some very strong and heavy betting support, the winner Western River (Mark Rolfe) went out at the short price of $1.50. The money was right because Western River went straight to the lead and was then able to hold off a late challenge by Alta Onassis. The first event was one for the bookies when Precious Pete ($30.90) driven by Trevor Munday got clear in the straight after sitting behind the leader to fi nish too strongly for leader Present for Pa. Race two provided another winner to make the bookies smile when Ang Dillinger ($15.00) driven expertly by David Morris

Blow for Giants The GWS Giants confi rmed on Wednesday that injured forward Setanta O’hAilpin has decided to have a traditional knee reconstruction to treat his ruptured anterior cruciate ligament. O’hAilpin will undergo surgery early next week. Th is will rule him out for the remainder for the 2012 season. Surgeons have also confi rmed that Dean Brogan will not require surgery to his elbow.

stormed home from midfield to beat the well backed Kennedy Creek. Races four, five and six went back to favour the favourite backers when Mein Guy ($1.40) driven by Blake Fitzpatrick, Soul Flight ($1.40) driven by Lawrence Dawson and Mrs Devine ($1.60) driven by Jim Douglas were all able to win as short priced favourites should be able to do. The seventh was taken out by Courage on Fire ($4.30) driven by Kevin Pizzuto when he was able to overcome a battle for the lead and then go on to win from the fast finishing Outrageous Fortune. The two year old event showed the skills of Josh Willick when he extricated Junior Johnson from a midfi eld position on the fence to go on and win nicely from Major Denial. Penrith trained Leo Shuffl e showed a clean pair of heels to the opposition in the last when driver Mitchell Reese produced a devastating burst to circle the fi eld in the fi nal 400 metres and win going away.

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enrith are on the brink of a major salary cap crisis that will take years to solve and only add to the team’s woes. It’s understood that back-ended deals and large contracts, put in place by the club’s previous management, have been the major cause of concern for General Manager, Phil Gould, since he started at the club last year. On Wednesday, Gould said the salary cap was certainly a big issue at the club. “We have some salary cap issues going forward, which are things that have to unravel over time,” he told the Weekender. When pushed on if the cap was putting a major strain on Panthers, Gould said: “Certainly in future years it is, yes. We’ve got some heavily

back-ended deals and that impinges on our recruitment potential now and in the future”. Gould said just 20 per cent of the current Panthers squad has come through the club’s junior development system, and his goal is to increase that to 80 per cent. “Whatever trouble we’re in at the moment, my job over the last 12 months was to ensure we never get into this position again, which comes down to our development processes, our processes within the club, how we contract players and how we pay them and what value we put on them,” he said. Gould would not be drawn into conversations he has had with the ARL Commission about salary cap relief, saying: “Any conversations I

have with the commission are between me and the commission”. Overall, the man with the job of turning the Panthers around said he needed fans to be patient, because success will come. “I can understand fans – nobody wants to be associated with a losing team but I can’t be distracted by that,” he said. “I know where the club is heading and I’m actually extremely happy with the business side of things and other things around our club, which 12 months ago were in a very difficult position. “From a football sense it’s patience and perseverance. There’s been a lot of things we have to get right and it’s going to take a lot longer yet.”

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the run of bad luck the club has endured since. Then again, the club’s symbol is a black cat – maybe that’s the problem? The situation worsened during the week

when Travis Burns – arguably the most consistent performer all season – was carried off the training paddock with a rolled ankle. Cleared of major damage, he will do his darnedest to play the Dragons this week, but word is that it’s looking unlikely. Phil Gould says the Panthers can’t even use the increasing injury toll as an opportunity to blood youngsters, as the club has exceeded its second-tier salary cap. It’s all part of wider salary cap-related dramas that Gould says may take years to make right. Meanwhile, a somewhat more perplexing scenario has emerged surrounding Michael Jennings. The Storm threw plenty at the star centre after he appeared to re-injure his shoulder early in the second half; 10 minutes later, Jennings left the field. Cleary, however, has made it known that his marquee player was hooked for contribution – not rested for injury. He’ll play NSW Cup this week. Through it all, the Panthers need to regroup for this Monday’s clash with the Dragons. It would pay to focus on positives, and there are a few. For starters, the club’s imposing prop rotation of Tim Grant, Sam McKendry

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and Dayne Weston are back together and looked dominant early against Melbourne. Unfortunately, the Storm’s freakish ability to concoct points from nothing meant their contributions were quickly forgotten. The Dragons are finding points tougher to come by, and if the Penrith big men can lay a strong enough platform for a couple of early tries, they’ll be in a position to go on with the job. Another positive was the finishing abilities of Josh Mansour and Etu Uaisele. Mansour’s try in particular was a spectacular display of athleticism. Kevin Kingston’s return from injury was also welcome – his options from dummy half were critical to Penrith’s early season success, and his absence was apparent. It’s hard to tip Penrith given the on-field issues they’re facing, but I do think an upset is on the cards here. The Dragons lack the surety of recent seasons. Can the Panthers defy the odds and post their first home victory since July 2011, or will it be another long day at the office? One thing’s for sure: as the powers-thatbe rebuild, your support is needed more than ever, so make your way to Centrebet Stadium on Monday night and cheer on the mighty Panthers. Just don’t walk underneath any ladders before you arrive.

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3. 30th minute: Lewie’s pass goes to ground A messy set in attack from the Panthers almost comes good when Lachlan Coote delivers a well-placed kick to the left wing. Justin O’Neill flies high but fumbles, allowing Lewis to regather, drift back infield and dummy before looking for Kevin Kingston, who had spotted an easy avenue to the tryline. Unfortunately, Lewie’s pass goes to ground when he probably should have done better. 4. 40th minute: Melbourne go 100 metres With 30 seconds left in the half, Travis Burns places a kick deep into Melbourne’s territory and an enthusiastic chase is equal to the task. That is, of course, until Billy Slater gets the ball. He spots the tiniest of gaps in the Panthers line and slices through at blistering speed before kicking past Coote into open pasture. O’Neill, trailing his fullback, wins the foot race to the ball and is aided by a perfect bounce at full stride.

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very NRL contest is defined by moments. Some make you cheer, while others make you groan. Here we look at five moments that defined the Panthers vs Storm game: 1. 13th minute: Mansour flies like superman

2. 24th minute: Chambers charges down Despite the odds, Penrith are leading 10-6 and dominating the Storm in terms of intensity. The momentum swings, however, when a last tackle option from Blake Austin is charged down and regathered by Will Chambers. The Storm centre is pulled down 20m short of the Panthers line, and Melbourne manage an equaliser from the next set. It goes a long way to breaking Penrith’s heart.

Melbourne might have posted first points of the contest, but the Penrith Panthers hit back in style when, sweeping left on the third tackle, captain Luke Lewis throws a pristine cut-out pass to a flying Josh Mansour. The debutant winger still has plenty of work to do, launching himself through the air from five metres out, planting the ball one-handed across the stripe and spinning to his feet with a move that would have made break dancers around Australia proud.

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Big win: Wolves thrash Wests 70-12 at Centrebet Stadium Joining Simmons and Tighe were six other occasional first grade players including Sandor Earl, Nafe Seluini, Mitch Achurch, Junior Vai Vai, Sarafu Fatiaki and Arana Taumata. The Wolves got off to a sensational start, opening their pointscoring account in the 11th minute of the game with a great try to lock Kurt Foggo. There were plenty of standouts for the second placed Wolves including Arana Tauamta, Brad Tighe and fullback Matt Moylan. Windsor takes on the Auckland Vulcans in New Zealand this week.

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enrith’s Kynan Maley, who has been named in the Olympic Team for the C1 and C2 canoeing events, was one of seven athletes chosen last week to model the prestigious Opening Ceremony uniform. Maley has been in the national team for 10 years but London will be his Olympic debut. He stood alongside the likes of basketball star Lauren Jackson, and swimming veteran Libby Trickett to model the uniform at Sydney Fashion Week. The uniform, which has never previously been displayed prior to the Opening Ceremony, featured a vintage green sports jacket matched with white bottoms and specifi cally designed Volley shoes. “Most of the time we are in our normal training environment and so don’t experience as much of the hype about the Olympics as there is out in the community, but showing off the uniforms to so many people was really exciting,” he said. While he had to give back the uniform until the Opening Ceremony, Maley said feels the uniform will be a special part of his experience at the London Olympics. “The uniform is pretty inspiring, although

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