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Caddens residents fear unbearable increase in traffic on Cadda Ridge Drive ALENA HIGGINS

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otorists who use Caddens Road between Ulm Road and Hermitage Court will be forced to take alternative routes with the roadway set to be permanently closed next week.

On Friday, October 18, the section of road will be shut off to through traffic to comply with the Master Plan for the Caddens development area.

Direct resident access to properties at the location will be maintained, but all other motorists will be diverted onto Cadda Ridge Drive and O’Connell Lane.

Caddens resident Vicky Knott is bracing for an influx of traffic and expects it will only get worse when construction of the suburb’s new shopping centre, Caddens Corner, is complete.

“The point is, all they’re doing is making people do ‘curvies’, which means more fun for the young ones,” she said of safety concerns along windy Cadda Ridge Drive.

“I just think it’s going to get even more busy with the shopping centre – I’m looking forward to having the shopping centre, don’t get me wrong – but I just think it will become a very, very, very busy road.”

In May, Deputy Mayor Karen McKeown questioned the validity of pushing traffic

into a highly populated residential area, suggesting Council upgrade Caddens Road to future-proof the area instead.

However, Penrith Council said the closure was planned as part of the original 2008 Master Plan and Cadda Ridge Drive and O’Connell Lane have been designed to accommodate a higher volume of traffic.

“Initially, temporary water- filled barriers will be established to close the road on Caddens Road and variable message signs will be placed on the eastern and western approaches on Caddens Road alerting/ directing traffic,” Council said in a public notice advertised in the Weekender.

“After this time, physical works will start in order to facilitate the permanent closure.”

The closure will signal the second and final installment of the closure of Caddens Road.

In April 2017, Caddens Road between O’Connell Lane and Mariposa Circuit was closed to through traffic for the same purpose.

At the time, Council cited “existing safety problems” along Caddens Road including poor vertical alignment and sight distances at the crests as the reasons behind its closure in some sections.

Access for cyclists and pedestrians will be retained.

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Concern over road closure

Vicky Knott is concerned about the increase in traffic on Cadda Ridge Drive

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We are fighting ourselves from within, with a negative approach to the way the game is covered by our broadcasters leading the way.

Fox League is not completely innocent here either – its flagship show ‘NRL 360’ in particular has turned into a vehicle for journalists who can’t seem to read the room to bash up the game at every turn.

We need better leadership from the broadcasters who are responsible for delivering the game to millions of fans each year.

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We need a commentary overhaul There’s been plenty of talk in the days following the Grand Final about the dip in TV ratings for the season decider on Channel 9 on Sunday night.

While the ratings were still sensational in the context of the available audience and the year’s most watched shows, it’ll hopefully give TV executives the push they need to review the entire commentary set-up over at Nine.

While the network has some of the brightest minds in rugby league, its flaws are evident, particularly when it comes to the whinge- fest the broadcast often becomes.

Phil Gould and Andrew Johns in particular seem to be constantly angry that the rules are being correctly interpreted and followed; which achieves nothing other than frustrate rusted on fans and confuse new ones along for the ride of the big games such as Origin or the Grand Final.

For example, the sin-binning of Cooper Cronk in the season decider was not only the correct call, but it was consistent with the way such situations have been handled all season. Not good enough for Gus and Joey, who want different rules and interpretations for big games.

A couple of years back NRL CEO Todd Greenberg was laughed at for telling us all to “talk the game up”, but it turns out his message could not have been more on the money.

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The Raiders weren’t robbed Referee Ben Cummins produced one of the great Grand Final stuff- ups but to suggest Canberra were robbed by the confusing situation is going a bit far.

The scores were level and there was no guarantee the Raiders would have scored regardless of the ‘six again’ drama.

In fact, the Roosters had produced such dominant defence through the game that it’s probably more likely they would have continued to hold out and eventually secured the victory.

I was blowing up at the time, disappointed and devastated that a refereeing blunder potentially cost a team a premiership, but I think as the dust starts to settle we are realising there was much more to Canberra’s defeat than those 10 seconds out of 80 minutes.

Cronk is an Immortal in waiting We talk about Cameron Smith and Johnathan Thurston as the players from this era most likely to become an Immortal, but Cooper Cronk has surely now jumped the queue.

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For the Roosters to have won three premierships in seven seasons under Trent Robinson is about as good as it can get in the salary cap era.

They’ve also won four of the last seven minor premierships, proof of just how dominant they have been over this period.

You might not like the Roosters, but you have to respect them and there is no question they’ll be up there again next year, looking for a three-peat.

Night grand final stinks I don’t know about you but I was pretty much out of puff by the time the Grand Final kicked off at 7.30pm.

It’s like waiting until Christmas night to open your presents.

As much as I understand why a night Grand Final is now part of the game, I’d love nothing more than to return to an afternoon kick- off, which would be more family- friendly and allow a better aftermath to the NRL’s biggest day.

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The fact that Cronk played in nine Grand Finals during his NRL career is evidence of just how much of an influence he had on the competition during his time in the sport.

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Early warning of what’s to come NICOLA BARTON

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ural Fire Service crews are being commended for their bravery after containing a large bushfire in Castlereagh and Londonderry last week.

At about 10.51am on Friday, October 4 Londonderry Rural Fire Brigade alongside other NSW Rural Fire Service Cumberland Zone brigades were alerted to a fire near Fire Trail Road, Castlereagh.

The blaze was travelling in an easterly direction towards Nutt Road, Londonderry.

Due to the dry and windy conditions, the status of the fire was unpredictable.

Starting at a ‘watch and act’ level at 11.30am, the fire was downgraded to advice level by 2pm but then escalated to a status of ‘emergency’ by 4pm.

During this time the fire was burning in the area of Devlin Road, moving in a northwesterly direction towards Tickner Street and Rickards Road.

Residents on these streets were told to take shelter or evacuate.

Nutt Road resident Dianna Hall said she first smelt smoke around 10.45am and was confronted by large plumes of black smoke across the road from her property.

“Seeing the black smoke was the scariest,” she said.

“Speaking to one of the bush firefighters out the front they said that it was currently burning in an area where they couldn’t get to it and they were waiting for it to burn to a point where they could access and fight it. It’s always a relief when you see the white in the smoke because that’s when you know the firefighters have got water on it.”

Fortunately Ms Hall’s home wasn’t impacted.

Further firefighting resources were provided by Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service Macarthur, NSW Rural Fire Service Blue Mountains and the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Seven aircraft, large air tankers and several helicopters also assisted.

Three local companies including Raygal, Jeffsann Plant Hire and Gemhawk generously provided bulk water tankers.

At 11pm Last Friday, the fire was contained at 200 hectares with the status ‘patrol’.

“The firefighters did an amazing job, we couldn’t be more thankful to have them and the aerial fighting certainly makes a huge difference as well, so much better than in the past,” Ms Hall said.

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ut-wrenching video footage shows the final moments of Penrith gunman Daniel King’s showdown with police, with the bodybuilder defying the barrage of bullets to continue firing at officers outside Penrith Police Station.

The CCTV footage, along with other video taken of last Wednesday night’s shootout on mobile phones, will form part of a Critical Incident Investigation that is currently underway following King’s death.

The footage shows police being forced to keep firing at 32- year- old King, who continued to rise from the ground in an effort to shoot officers.

Earlier, police had come under fire

by King and his pump- action 12 gauge shotgun, which he had also used to fire shots into his former partner’s home at Marayong and St Marys Police Station.

Just why he ended up at Penrith Police Station, where his life would finish in a hail of bullets, remains unknown.

Incredibly, no police officers or bystanders – including drivers travelling along High Street while the shootout took place – were seriously injured. One officer did require surgery after suffering pellet

Police shut down High Street in the wake of the shooting last Wednesday night. King’s car is on the left. Photo: Megan Dunn wounds to the back of the head, but will make a full recovery.

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Loy said the officers involved were “lucky to be alive”.

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rocked the Penrith CBD unexpected attack on High Street • Questions over how King obtained firearm “They’re shaken, as you would be, but they’re also reflecting on their own families and themselves and how fortunate they were not to be killed.”

Deputy Commissioner Loy said initial investigations suggest King’s gun was purchased illegally.

“It’s a very unusual event and his criminality was extreme,” he said.

“I would suggest that he’s possibly not licensed.”

Mobile phone footage obtained by the Weekender shows patrons from the nearby Aussie Arms Hotel spill out onto the streets in the wake of the gunfire. One patron tries to alert police that King’s car has been abandoned nearby, as others express their shock at what had unfolded.

One witness, pub trivia host Mick Lumtin, said he was shocked such a situation could occur in Penrith.

“He was just walking, nice and calm, he wasn’t angry, he was relaxed,” he said.

“We couldn’t believe it, we’re a local pub and I host the trivia.”

King was a promising rugby league player whose career was cruelled by injury. He was playing reserve grade for the Windsor Wolves, as part of the Penrith Panthers system, in 2009 when the winger suffered a minor neck injury in an innocuous tackle.

He would later suffer a ‘delayed stroke’, which left him unable to walk, talk or feed himself.

King faced a long road to recovery and received strong support from the rugby league community, including Men of League.

He turned to body building, and in 2015 competed at the International Federation of Body Building NSW Championships.

King continued to be part of the body building industry and was listed as the owner of NLT Apparel, though no business is registered under that name in NSW. The NTL Apparel Instagram page features King in a range of bizarre photos, including some in which he is posing with wads of cash and others in provocative poses with women.

In the days before last week’s shooting, his personal Instagram page featured posts of major concern.

Just hours before the shooting, he posted a picture of slain rapper Tupac Shakur with the caption: “A coward dies a thousand deaths, a soldier dies but once”.

In another Instagram post, he wrote: “It was only a matter of time before I f … ed things up, not intentionally I promise but enough is enough.”

The Critical Incident Investigation surrounding the shooting is ongoing.

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Early adopters: Meet the Penrith residents who are embracing electric vehicles EMILY FESZCZUK

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“People say it’s dirty because it uses coal, but it is still five times more efficient than petrol or diesel and our grid is becoming more greener with renewable energy.”

For Londonderry’s Peter Thorne, the advanced technology was a selling factor.

“It is all about the future with this technology, the car can drive, steer, brake and

can change lanes on its own,” Mr Thorne said.

“I have one of the fastest cars on the road which costs me less than a petrol car to run and it has zero emissions, so why wouldn’t I embrace it?”

While there are currently no government incentives, Mr Thorne said purchasing an EV is still achievable and encourages people to consider making the change.

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lectric cars may seem akin to a mythical creature for some, but their popularity is on the rise in Penrith. And with petrol prices sky rocketing, it’s a trend that may well continue.

With Penrith Homemaker Centre housing an Electric Vehicle (EV) charging facility and Caddens Corner shopping centre planning on installing one, it seems the future may be here before we know it.

Sally and Robert Longmore from Claremont Meadows, who have already made the change to electric vehicles, believe charging your car before hitting the road is the way of the future.

“In the last few years we have driven both an electric Mitsubishi and Nissan and now we have the new Tesla Model 3,” Mrs Longmore said.

“We have solar, so it costs us nothing to recharge our car from home plus they are cheaper to maintain, a lot smoother to drive, more fun and of course faster.”

For the Longmores, environmental and health factors played a vital role in their decision to purchase an EV. “I’m studying the effects of motor vehicle pollution on human physiology as part of my PHD and cars are known to cause

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Speak up, says assault victim ALENA HIGGINS

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hen Lisa (real name withheld) was indecently assaulted by her 72-year- old boss, she didn’t expect it would be her reputation that wound up tarnished.

Despite John Hibbert, owner of a local funeral business, ultimately pleading guilty to the September 2018 assault – which involved kissing her neck and touching her breasts – Lisa continues to hear murmurs within the industry that she either exaggerated the traumatic incident, or worse, made the whole thing up.

Regardless of the apparent victim blaming, the 22- year- old encourages anyone experiencing unwanted sexual advances in the workplace to speak up, as she turns her experience into a warning to others.

“He was very kissy, cuddly, in some instances he would try to hold my hand, send me text messages,” she said.

“He would always have me close, ‘come on Lisa let’s do this’, he never left me alone, I would always have to go with him.”

On the day of the offence, the pair was dropping off paperwork at Hibbert’s Penrith home, a frequent stop during the work day.

But on this particular occasion his wife was not home.

While Lisa was writing a note at the kitchen bench, Hibbert approached, put his arm around her waist and hugged her, court documents seen by the Weekender show.

Despite telling him she wanted to go home, he continued, kissing her neck and putting both hands on her breasts before Lisa demanded to be taken to her car.

“I didn’t talk about it that night, but when I woke up the next morning to get ready for work, I burst into tears and told my mum what happened and we went straight to the cop station,” she said.

Hibbert originally pleaded not guilty but changed his plea on the day of the hearing.

He was convicted and sentenced on April 23, fined $1,200 and handed a 12- month good behaviour bond.

He is also subject to a two-year AVO. “Don’t be afraid to speak up because the police officer I went to, my mum, everyone around me literally supported me in my claims, except for the obvious,” she said.

“Keep your wits about you, if it doesn’t feel right and it makes you uncomfortable, it’s not right,” she added.

The Weekender reached out to Hibbert for comment but he did not respond.

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Further delay in case of car park attack in Penrith

The two men facing the most serious charges in relation to the Penrith car park attack that left a young father fighting for life have had their matters adjourned once again.

Byron Donovan, 20, and Wendell Milgate, 21, appeared before Penrith Local Court last Friday where their matters were stood over for a further two weeks in a joint application by the Crown and the defence.

The court heard several case conferences had taken place and there had been “extensive discussions” between the parties with negotiations currently on foot.

Magistrate Geoff Hiatt allowed the delay but marked the papers ‘no further adjournments’ and directed that the matter must proceed on the next occasion.

Both men are yet to enter pleas.

Meanwhile, Mitchell Milgate, 20, and Blake Milgate, 23, have pleaded guilty to their involvement in the brawl and will be sentenced at Penrith Local Court next week, while a fifth co-accused, Dean Hooper is defending his single count of ‘affray’.

Police allege the group set upon Shannan Rushworth and Tyson Gampe in the early hours of February 3 in a Mulgoa Road fast food restaurant car park.

Rushworth suffered bleeding to the brain after his head was allegedly stomped on.

Donovan and Milgate, who are both on bail, must enter pleas on October 25.

They will then be committed to the District Court for either sentence or trial.

Man hid in cardboard box to escape police officers

A Cranebrook man who escaped police custody and was found hiding in a cardboard box in St Marys has been handed a good behaviour bond.

When Ryan Bath, 20, was stopped by police for traffic matters, he disobeyed a direction to stay where he was, jumping a

barrier and fleeing on foot. Bath, who was subject to a series of community-based jail sentences at the time, bolted again when police caught up with him in St Marys – this time jumping the fence and taking off.

Acting Magistrate George Zdenkowski noted he was called to stop on three separate occasions but failed to comply.

“I don’t consider this a trivial escape,” he said.

Bath’s lawyer noted his client would likely have his Intensive Correction Orders revoked by the parole board and would remain behind bars until June 2020.

“He made the stupid decision and one that will mar him for the rest of this life,” he said.

Acting Magistrate Zdenkowski said Bath’s conduct showed contempt for the criminal justice system.

He was handed a two-year good behaviour bond with supervision to help him address his drug addiction.

Woman given chance to prove she wants to change her life

A Werrington County woman has been given the chance to undertake drug rehabilitation after committing a string of offences.

Stephanie Grant was sentenced last Thursday for two counts of ‘common assault’, ‘damage property’, ‘goods in custody’, ‘possess prohibited drug’ and ‘failing to appear’ in what Acting Magistrate George Zdenkowski described as a “highly disturbing pattern of conduct”.

Appearing on screen from custody where she had remained since she was bail refused six weeks ago, His Honour said there was only one destination for Grant if her criminal “trajectory” continued.

In response to her lawyer’s submission that Grant had a “new resolve” to do residential rehabilitation after failing in the past, Acting Magistrate Zdenkowski was realistic.

“All that is pie in the sky until we see the colour of her money,” he said.

“If you’re serious about rehabilitation, you don’t need me to tell you what to do,” he told Grant.

She was handed two Intensive Correction Orders, the equivalent of a suspended jail sentence, for the assaults, while she was given lesser good behaviour bonds with supervision for the remaining charges.

Dispute over $10 results in assault at prison

A prisoner who punched another inmate in a dispute over lolly money has been handed an Intensive Correction Order (ICO).

During the jail-yard fight, Des Fili punched the victim in the face multiple times over an outstanding $10 debt for lollies and powdered drinks.

Penrith Local Court heard Fili had an “extensive history” of violence and was serving a term for contravening an AVO and common assault.

Last Friday, Magistrate Geoff Hiatt said the offending was aggravated by his criminal record and the fact it happened in a prison setting.

He was convicted of ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm’ and sentenced to a 10-month Intensive Correction Order, however he remains in jail on the other matter.

Woman’s good record ruined by drink driving offence

A woman caught high-range drink driving when she forgot to turn on her headlights has been banned from driving for six months.

The woman fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday and was handed a two-year good behaviour bond in addition to her disqualification.

Her lawyer conceded the 26-year-old’s reading was “very high” but pointed out she had no passengers in the car, had a nil traffic record and it was her first appear-

ance before the court system during her lifetime.

“You don’t need me to tell you that’s a serious offence that could have resulted in death or injury of you or other road users,” Acting Magistrate George Zdenkowski said, adding hers was a highly “unusual case”.

“In 19 years on the bench, I don’t think I’ve seen a high-range matter where someone has had a perfect driving record.”

He found she had suffered significant trauma and grief in recent times and was unlikely to re-offend.

She was convicted and ordered to fit an alcohol interlock device to her car for two years.

Maturity defence helps first-time offender in court

A 20-year-old first-time offender busted with a small quantity of drugs and a unique knife has dodged a criminal conviction.

The man walked free from Penrith Local Court last Thursday without a stain on his criminal record after his lawyer successfully argued his age may be a mitigating factor.

His lawyer submitted emotional maturity and impulse control may not be fully developed in males until their mid 20’s, noting the apprentice plumber was just 19 at the time of the offending.

He said the knife was a ‘credit card’ knife that the man was carrying because it was “cool” and a “talking point” and he had no intention of using it for criminal purposes.

Acting Magistrate George Zdenkowski concurred that maturity eventually descends on young males around age 25, but hastened to add “sometimes it never does”.

He was handed a two-year good behaviour bond without conviction for the drug matters and a 12-month good behaviour bond without conviction for the knife charge.

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St Clair: Man hospitalised after stabbing at skate park

Police are investigating after a man was stabbed at a skate park in St Clair on Friday, October 4.

About 9.45pm emergency services were called to a skate park at Endeavour Avenue following reports of a stabbing.

A 27-year-old man was treated at the scene for multiple wounds, before being taken to Westmead Hospital.

Police have been told the man was approached by four people, who left the park following a brief interaction.

Shortly after, the four people returned, and an altercation took place.

Officers from Nepean Police Area Command established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

As inquiries continue, police are urging anyone who may have information or dashcam footage from the area to contact Nepean detectives on 4721 9444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

No arrests have been made at this time.

Werrington: Drugs, weapons seized during police stop

Police have seized a machete, MDMA and Viagra when a car was stopped and searched at Werrington during the evening of Saturday, October 5.

Officers attached to the Police Transport Command’s North West Transport Action Group were patrolling the Western Line as part of Operation PTC Colossus about 6pm, when they stopped a Holden Commodore in Victoria Street.

When the driver and vehicle were searched officers seized a machete as well as MDMA, Viagra and almost $500 cash.

The driver, a 20-year-old man, was arrested and taken to Penrith Police Station where he was charged with ‘supply prohibited drug’, ‘deal with proceeds of crime’, ‘possess prohibited weapons’, and ‘goods in custody’.

The man was released on strict conditional bail.

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North St Marys: Officers hurt during drunken assault

A man has been charged after he allegedly assaulted police whilst highly intoxicated on Friday, October 4.

About 8pm police attended a licensed premises in North St Marys where they spotted a 44-year-old St Clair man believed to be highly intoxicated.

The Uber driver that the man had ordered was refusing to convey him.

Police approached the 44-year-old but he walked away from them, initiating a chase out onto Forrester Road. A man related to him tackled him to the ground.

The offender then proceeded to resist police officers, biting one officer’s arm and hitting another in the face.

A 19-year-old South Penrith man grabbed the arm of an officer in an attempt to prevent the arrest.

Both were subsequently arrested.

The 44-year-old was charged with ‘fail to quit licensed premises’, ‘assault police officer in the execution of duty’ and ‘resist police’.

He was granted conditional bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Monday, November 11.

The 19-year-old was charged with ‘resist police’ to appear at Penrith Local Court on the same day.

Penrith: Teenager found with knife and stolen debit card

A 16-year-old Glenmore Park youth has been charged after he was found in possession of a knife on Monday, October 7.

About 7pm on Monday police were patrolling Worth Road, Penrith when they stopped two male persons for an unrelated matter.

The 16-year-old Glenmore Park youth’s bag was searched with police locating a 10cm kitchen knife and a debit card that didn’t belong to him.

He was charged with ‘custody of a knife in a public place’ and ‘goods in custody’.

He will appear at Parramatta Children’s Court at a later date.

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Beat the Christmas rush Daylight saving is upon us and with it a rapidly closing window to buy or sell a property in time for Christmas.

October is well underway which means that we have less than 10 weeks before the nation grinds to a halt to celebrate the festive season.

Each year at this time we remind our readers that if you are looking to sell your home and settle before Christmas or buy a new property and be moved in by Christmas Day you probably need to get the ball rolling in the next two weeks.

The timing of the conveyancing transaction generally works as follows: 1. Picking a real estate agent, having your property photographed and obtaining a Contract of Sale – one to two weeks (although we can get a Contract prepared for you within 24 hours of receiving instructions) 2. First open home and/or auction – two to three weeks 3. Finding a buyer and exchanging Contracts – two to four weeks if the property sells straight away, although often your agent will need a little more time to maximise marketing efforts and secure you a buyer 4. Cooling-off period – two weeks from the date Contacts are exchanged, expiring roughly six weeks after you first go to market if your property sells straight away 5. Settlement – four weeks after the cooling off period expires

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The above is an estimate only, and the timing of your transaction will depend on a range of factors.

By the end of the second last week of December most business involved in the conveyancing transaction including lawyers and conveyancers, banks and mortgage brokers and real estate agencies will close for the Christmas break.

If you have not managed to settle your conveyancing transaction before then it is unlikely that you will be able to settle until the second week of January.

We have been handling festive season conveyancing settlements for many years. We are able to structure your conveyancing transaction to make sure you settle before the Christmas break or as soon as possible in the new year.

If you are thinking about buying or selling feel free to give one of our solicitors a call today for an obligation free chat over the phone about how the process works.

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Crossbones Gallery forced to move, but councillor urges search for a solution EMILY FESZCZUK

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enrith councillor John Thain has met with Michael Vincent and Brenton Eldridge, the co-owners of Crossbones Gallery, to show his support for the unique business.

Cr Thain told the Weekender that he wants to try to help the owners in light of the mixed business losing their court action against Penrith City Council in the Land and Environment Court regarding their York Road premises.

As reported earlier this year, Crossbones took legal action over what it claimed was unfair treatment regarding its operating conditions and development application.

“The decision is made, and they are forced to close that shop, but I do think that Council and Crossbones need to communicate and find a place that can accommodate all of their needs in the right zone,” Cr Thain said.

“They are not just a tattoo shop but an art gallery and a screen-printing business, so we need to think ‘out of the square’ and be a bit more flexible about the business and what it brings to the city.”

Mr Eldridge said they are happy to have the support of Cr Thain and want to move forward with their business.

Michael Vincent and Brenton Eldridge chatting with John Thain. Photo: Megan Dunn “There is an emerging art culture out west, but we really have nowhere and nobody supporting it so that’s what we are trying to do,” he said.

“Having John on our side is great to

help facilitate a move as we are making all the efforts to comply with Council’s restrictions, but we’re losing money in the meantime.

“Over the last four years it has just

been about finding somewhere where we can do all the activities that make up our multi-faceted business. We just want to keep giving back to the community, employing locals and fostering art.”

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The incredible new production from the producers of ‘Aladdin’, ‘The Lion King’ and ‘Mary

Poppins’ begins perfor mances at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre from July 2020.

Based on the 2013 film written by a trio of Oscar winners, ‘Frozen’ features music and lyrics by the creators of the film score Kristen Anderson - Lopez (‘Up Here’, ‘Winnie the Pooh’, ‘In Transit’) and EGOT - winner Robert Lopez (‘Avenue Q’, ‘The Book of Mormon’, ‘Up Here’) and a book by Jennifer Lee (‘Zootopia’,

‘Wreck-It Ralph’), the film’s screenwriter and director (with Chris Buck).

‘Frozen’ won 2014 Oscars for Best Song (‘Let It Go’) and Best Animated Feature.

‘Frozen’ opened on Broadway on March 22, 2018 and has set and broken four St. James Theatre house records. At the time of opening it held the record for the largest advance ticket sales in Broadway history.

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SOCIAL WORRY New data released from headspace National Youth Mental Health Foundation reveals that nearly two thirds of young Australians (62 per cent) say that the mental health of young people is getting worse, with 37 per cent of respondents saying that social media is one of the leading contributors.

Expectations from school, family or community (18 per cent) and work or study pressures (16 per cent) were also called out.

The research was announced to coincide with headspace day.

For more information on ways to maintain a healthy headspace, visit www.headspace.org.au/tips.

TOP 50 SYDNEY BAR MAKES THE LIST Sydney cocktail bar, Maybe Sammy, was the only Australian bar to be named as one of the ‘World’s 50 Best Bars’ at an award ceremony held in London last week.

With a ranking of #43, Maybe Sammy was awarded Best Bar in Australasia and joins an illustrious group of exceptional bars from cities including Rome, London, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Milan.

Maybe Sammy is located at 111 Harrington Street, The Rocks.

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The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age have launched a new podcast, ‘The Last Voyage of the Pong Su’.

The 10 - episode series details the true story of a diplomatic crisis involving the North Korean government and a plot linked to an Asian crime syndicate to import the biggest- ever shipment of heroin into Victoria in 2003, and The Wire- style federal police operation that brought it undone.

Presented by The Age investigative journalist, Richard Baker, ‘The Last Voyage of the Pong Su’ comes from the team behind the award-winning ‘Wrong Skin’ and ‘Phoebe’s Fall’ podcasts.

Download the podcast from iTunes, Google Podcasts and Spotify.

ORGANIC TWIST Low carb pioneer Pure Blonde is shaking up the beverage world yet again with the release of the first ACOcertified organic range in Carlton & United Breweries’ (CUB) history.

And to promote the launch, Pure Blonde Organic Lager is publishing its recipe along with the full brewing process on billboards across the country and in a digital campaign.

“We’ve created Pure Blonde Organic because beer lovers are increasingly conscious of the ingredients that go into their favourite drinks,” said CUB Marketing VP Brian Phan.

Pure Blonde Organic Lager and Organic Cider are out now from all good bottle shops.

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Channel Nine’s interest in radio just got very serious.

After launching a takeover bid in August, Nine CEO Hugh Marks has confirmed the company now has a 90 per cent stake in Macquarie Media Limited.

Macquarie owns Sydney radio stations 2GB and Macquarie Sports Radio as well as 3AW in Melbourne, 4BC in Brisbane and 6PR in Perth.

The 90 per cent stake allows Nine to move to compulsorily acquire the remaining shares on issue.

“We can now move on to working with the Macquarie team in further consolidating Nine’s position as the leading provider of news and current affairs content across all of the key platforms – television, digital, print and radio,” Marks said.

“We believe strongly in the power of the talk- radio network and the ability, dedication and professionalism of its people.”

Staff at Macquarie Media have been told it’s “business as usual” for now, but there’s likely to be changes in the future.

Macquarie Media is home to some of the most listened to radio broadcasters in the country, including breakfast king Alan Jones (pictured), who recently signed a new two-year deal with the network.

YOU COULD WIN A PINK DIAMOND! Penrith’s York Jewellers have planned an incredibly special fundraising campaign in support of the McGrath Foundation’s Pink Up Penrith concept, which raises money to place McGrath breast care nurses in regional and metropolitan Australia.

Lyla – a rose and white gold pendant containing 20 illustrious Argyle pink diamonds and 33 white diamonds – is a true work of art.

Valued at over $15,000 this stunning chef d’oeuvre was created for the sole purpose of raising funds for the McGrath Foundation and is a true

testament to not only Head Jeweller Douglas Ely’s unique artisanship, but also his generous, com mu n it y-m i nde d nature.

The piece will be raffled off as a prize on October 31 with 100 per cent of the proceeds raised going directly to the McGrath Foundation and their cause.

Argyle Pink diamonds are some of the rarest stones on the market

and, with the mine set to close next year, multiple sources have predicted that their value is set to increase.

The naturally occurring pink colours of Argyle pink diamonds are so vibrant that they are considered excellent investments, regardless of their size.

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How your bank knows more about you than ever before T Groceries, petrol, holidays, tolls, how often you eat out, if you like takeaway, school fees, even what day of the week you tap-and-go the most.

Do you have pay TV? What’s your phone bill?

How high is your power bill versus others living in your suburb?

“There are secrets no more” Your transactions are rated and ranked against your income and the information is basically used against you.

In the era of electronic banking there are secrets no more.

This week, I called my bank to screw

them for a better interest rate on my mortgage. The response blew me away.

Apparently despite 30 years as a customer and never being late on the repayments, we are now considered a “higher risk”.

According to their computer, a mortgage I’ve comfortably paid for over decade was “getting beyond” my means.

Total rubbish.

The computer failed to consider my wife’s income too.

But, the only way the bank “could take that into account” was if she’d share all her details with them as well.

We politely declined.

Not that long ago, you’d threaten to change banks, for a better deal.

Today, they’ve got you there too.

The new era lets the banks share their dossiers.

So much for competition.

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A major milestone in the Nepean Hospital redevelopment has been reached as the first concrete was poured for the new 14-storey hospital tower.

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Just last month, with the backing of Parliament, the very disgraced banking industry earned the right to dig up and share more information about you than you would ever imagine.

As a result, the banks, the power companies, big retailers, the phone companies – and of course the government – now has access to a staggering dossier on your personal finances.

The detail is incredible.

Officially, they called it ‘comprehensive reporting’ but it’s a comprehensive invasion of privacy.

My bank – and yours too – now sits in judgment on everything you spend.

Police divers have retrieved the body of a man after he drove his car into the Nepean River on Friday, October 4.

At about 9.44pm witnesses observed a man believed to be aged in his 60’s drive down the boat ramp at Tench Reserve.

Witnesses say the man resurfaced from the water before the vehicle submerged but lost sight of him as he was swimming towards the western bank of the river.

Police were notified and a desperate search commenced, with two officers entering the water in an attempt to rescue or locate anyone inside the vehicle.

A full search was conducted that evening with assistance from police divers, the Dog Squad, Police Rescue, Marine Waterways, PolAir and SES. The vehicle was pulled from the river on Sunday.

Just before midday on Sunday, October 6, police divers located the deceased about 30 metres from the boat ramp during a search of the Nepean River.

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undreds of native trees, shrubs and grasses have been planted in Kemps Creek as Western Sydney Airport workers helped improve bushland in the community.

Western Sydney Airport Chief Executive Officer Graham Millett said more than 700 saplings were planted at Overett Reserve including eucalypts, flowering melaleuca shrubs and native grasses and herbs.

“We are building an airport for western Sydney’s future and a big part of that is being a good neighbour and giving back to our local community,” he said.

“We are focused on sustainability and minimising the impact of the airport on the environment.

“There are strong rules around the environmental standards we must meet as we design and build the airport, but we are always looking for opportunities to go further to ensure the airport represents a commitment to future generations.

“Having our workers get out and plant hundreds of trees in our community is just one of the ways we are living our values.”

Western Sydney Airport Early Earthworks Project Manager Matthew Brecht said the team was proud to partner with Liverpool City Council on the important local bush regeneration initiative.

“Overett Reserve in Kemps Creek is an

Airport workers planting new trees in Kemps Creek important green corridor along South Creek and supports a variety of native flora and fauna,” he said.

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“With our construction works located nearby, we were keen to help Liverpool City Council’s bush regeneration program

and plant native species that will ensure this green space continues to support local biodiversity including Cumberland Plain Woodland.

“A total of 37 volunteers took part in the planting day and donated more than 158 hours to the program. We were very happy to have the opportunity to give back to this great community and look forward to seeing the reserve grow.”

The partnership was part of the airport’s early earthworks joint venture contractor Lendlease’s Community Day initiative, which involves employees volunteering their time to make a difference in their local community.

“Community Day offers our people the chance to choose where they want to have a meaningful and positive impact, volunteering their time and skills to make a difference,” Lendlease Group Head of Sustainability and Lendlease Foundation Cate Harris said.

“Last year more than 4,000 Lendlease employees globally joined community volunteers, supporting over 240 Community Day projects.”

According to Liverpool City Council, through activities such as this, volunteers have helped improve bushland in the Liverpool LGA by planting over 134,100 native plants in the last 16 years.

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enrith residents are encouraged to participate in the annual Turn the River Pink event at Tench Reserve.

The charity walk on Saturday around the Nepean River aims to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

With the foundation aiming for zero deaths by 2030, Tony and Adam Tanti from Tanti Financial Services hope to help make that goal a reality.

“The event first started when three local businesses Tanti Financial Services, R A Carroll Accountant and GMA Tax put our heads together to raise funds and awareness for a cause very close to our hearts,” Adam Tanti said.

“Our staff members and committee have worked tirelessly for the past three years to really build and grow the event in the local community.”

Participants are invited to complete the 6km walk around the river to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer.

“We are all very excited about the response to this year’s event and look forward to seeing our fantastic Penrith community in their craziest pink outfits on the day. We want to be as bright as possible to attract attention to the worthy cause on the day,” Mr Tanti said.

“We hope you’re able to register and join us on October 12 for a pink- filled morning and to join us for this community event.”

To buy a ticket, visit ttrp.com.au.

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Enjoy living in walking distance to shops, cafes and Woolworths at Jordan Springs, as well as landscaped pathways and the picturesque lake.

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Work begins on modern aged care facility at Emu Plains

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The transformation, which includes a 100- bed residential aged care home, will see the former layout of two and four- bed shared rooms replaced by five households of 20 single en-suited rooms each.

The aim of the contemporary household model is to promote a supportive and empowering environment that gives residents choices and control.

Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh, Penrith MP Stuart Ayres and Penrith Councillor Tricia Hitchen met with existing residents, staff and members of the Uniting Church congregation last Thursday at an official launch ceremony.

Uniting Executive Director, Tracey Burton, said the facility’s design will allow residents to live their lives the way they want to.

“The new home will deliver what we call our household model of care, this approach places much more emphasis on the individual, caring for our resident as every individual person and creating a more home-like environment for them to live in,” she said.

Last year, at the closure of the former nursing home service, stones were handed to staff, residents and their family. Each were asked to write their hopes and dreams for the future of Edinglassie on the stone.

During the ceremony, the stones were presented to Andrew Gleeson from Next Constructions. The facility will be built on top of them, as a symbol of the foundations they want to instil. The facility is expected to be completed by late 2020.

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Parties go to a new level How social media has changed the humble children’s birthday party forever NICOLA BARTON

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rom glamorous boho teepees to luxury spa treatments, it’s safe to say kids parties have evolved from tying some donuts to a rusty Hills Hoist.

As Instagram and social media platforms alike infiltrate our everyday lives, it’s not just some of our faces, hair and homes attempting to mirror what we see online, but the way we dress, celebrate and capture our children too.

Local businesses like Once Upon A Time Kids Sleepover Parties are cashing in on this new market, as demand for ‘Instagramable’ children’s parties in Penrith skyrockets.

Owner Karita Priora started the business two- and- a- half- years ago and said its success is because of social media.

“Our business has been extremely successful. Over the past two-and-a-halfyears we have created over 300 parties for the community,” she told the Weekender.

The business quickly expanded from offering only a few boy and girl themed teepee parties, to offering Pamper Parties and glamping parties in their Belle tent, to first Birthday cake smash parties and special Mummy and Me Packages for those too young for a sleepover yet.

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Clients choose one of their many themes and then Ms Priora attends the home to set up and style the teepees, with fairy lights, lanterns, buntings, blankets, cushions, rugs and breakfast trays.

They also offer birthday cakes, party favours, disco hire, pamper, movie and lolly bar add-ons, invitations, kimono hire and dress-ups as well as breakfast packs or hot chocolate sets.

“I often think when I am decorating a party, wow, this would have been a dream come true to have a sleepover like this when I was younger,” Ms Priora said.

“Often parents will say upon booking a party with us, how excited they are for the party to occur, ‘I think I’m more excited than my daughter’, a few mums have proudly shared with me.”

Glenmore Park mum Heather Bajonov’s six-year- old daughter had a Once Upon A Time party last year.

“The party set-up was just stunning and all the girls loved it and the next day Karita came and packed it all up,” she said.

“Social media has changed parties since I was a kid, everyone seems to share videos and photos and even if you don’t want to admit it, you feel you need to do something just as pretty or amazing.”

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I have lived in Penrith my whole life – born and raised as the saying goes.

I’ve raised my family here and been a member of Council for 28 years. Both my father and grandfather were local government representatives here. You could say Penrith is in my blood.

Penrith is growing and we have the opportunity to shape our changing city and ensure our residents have the best services, facilities and quality of life as we move into the future.

Our draft Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) is now on public exhibition. This key document outlines Council’s vision and priorities for land use for the next 20 years.

We have listened to our community and what we have heard is reflected in this draft report.

This Local Strategic Planning Statement forms a vital bridge between our Community Plan and our Local Environmental Plan and will help shape how our planning controls evolve over time.

It captures the special character of Penrith, celebrates our shared values and explains how we will manage growth and change over time. It brings together state and regional priorities while at the same time keeping a local focus.

Penrith has a high resident retention rate. People move here, they love it and they stay.

This strong sense of community spirit permeates the LSPS. We are now checking in to ensure we have captured the true voice of our community and we welcome you to provide your feedback.

Have your say on shaping the future of Penrith City online, or in person at our exhibition displays or drop-in sessions.

Comments close November 11.

More information is available at penrith.city/LSPS or by calling 4732 7777.

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Church’s special history Heritage Descendants Day this Sunday to celebrate Uniting Church’s longevity NICOLA BARTON

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he Castlereagh Uniting Church is rich with historical sentiment for the Penrith region.

Built by John Lees in 1817 as the first Methodist Church in Australia, the chapel spans hundreds of years of service as a place of worship for the community.

This Sunday, the church will be holding a Heritage Descendants Day in celebration of its remarkable history.

Graham Rutledge Wilcox, who is the great- great- grandson of James Rutledge, the church’s first school teacher and lay preacher, will be guest speaking at the event.

Having researched his ancestry for three decades, Mr Wilcox has been able to find a direct line going back 900 years, uncovering the tremendous and pioneering moments of his descendants.

“I feel it an honour to be speaking at Castlereagh Church. In 1997 I arranged a gathering of the Rutledge family at this church, which was attended by 300 of my Rutledge relatives from all parts of Australia,” Mr Wilcox said.

James Rutledge migrated to the colony of New South Wales in 1840.

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to Castlereagh to be the settlement’s teacher and to serve as a lay preacher for the church.

According to Mr Wilcox, he found the parish had sadly depleted and set out to build a new church which was completed in 1847.

Mr Wilcox has published four books, one in particular, titled The Struggle for Unity – A Story of the Federation of Australia is about James Rutledge’s son,

Sir Arthur Rutledge, Attorney- General of Queensland who played a vital role in the Federation of Australia.

Heritage Descendants Day will run from 10am to 3pm this Sunday, October 13 at the 297-305 Old Castlereagh Road site.

Mr Wilcox’s talk alongside food, historical displays and a service will feature on the day.

To RSVP, email academyaccom@ bigpond.com.

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This article will look into some of the Facebook changes that brought the biggest impact on social media users and what these changes mean.

App and logo redesign If you’re used to seeing the big blue app that’s Facebook, then you’ve probably noticed how the colour has changed from the corporate-like blue hue to the lighter and fresher shade of blue that matches the Messenger app icon. This new logo is meant to create synergy between the two apps since they are basically from the same brand.

Don’t you think it looks a lot better?

Aside from the logo, the app itself is undergoing a full redesign to make room for features such as Groups and private messaging. This means that these

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features will receive more attention in the future and it will be easier to engage with other people in your network.

Focus on privacy With the whole Facebook world still reeling from the impact of Cambridge Analytica, Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook’s CEO, promises a stronger focus on privacy in future updates.

Users can expect a lot of improvements in the privacy settings of Facebook and its apps, including more private interactions and stronger encryption technology.

Highlighting community groups Aside from getting prime real estate in the Facebook app, the social media giant is also going to focus on building public and private communities where users can engage more. This means users can communicate more with people with the same interest. Plus, you’ll probably see more Group recommendations on your Newsfeed as Facebook tries to boost this feature. This also brings good news to businesses because they can use Groups to engage with their customers.

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re you seeking a truly spectacular, insta-worthy location for your wedding day, only two hours from Sydney?

Choose from two stunning Southern Highlands country estates, Peppers Craigieburn or Peppers Manor House; either will make the most important day of your life also the most memorable.

A beautiful and historic wedding venue, the estate of Peppers Craigieburn celebrates period grandeur, with lacework iron verandahs, a grand staircase at the entrance, heritage listed stables and a secret rose garden.

A secluded and private country wedding at Peppers Craigieburn is an ideal celebration of love.

Peppers Manor House is an idyllic classic country homestead set on a romantic vintage estate in the rolling green hills of the Southern Highlands. This timeless decadent wedding venue makes a wonderful first impression when you drive through the estate gates.

There’s a certain style and elegance which creates a magical atmosphere for your dream wedding, with its intimate yet grand setting, and meticulously maintained grounds that provide a feeling of enchantment.

Peppers country estates lets your guests enjoy a feast full of fresh produce from local providores and lovingly prepared by the executive chef and team. The Southern Highlands is a food lover’s Mecca. From high country pork to locally grown truffles, to fine wines the region is truly spoilt.

Peppers Craigieburn and Peppers Manor House also offer guests country glamour with luxury accommodation. Be swept away after a day of magical moments, as you rest your head in sophisticated rooms and suites.

Experience Peppers.

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Your Wedding Day

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The Lakeside restaurant can accommodate for your function with cocktail or banquet style menus. We are confident that we can tailor a wedding package to suit your needs.

Excellent dining experience | Great place for families and friends | Fine wine list Available for special functions International Regatta Centre Gate A, Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith Lakes www.lakesiderestaurant.com.au | 4729 3222

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Your Wedding Day

A magical wedding venue that will leave your family and friends talking for years to come!

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den Gardens Macquarie Park can help make your special occasion just perfect.

Eden Gardens is a huge oasis hidden away in Macquarie Park, backing onto the Lane Cove National Park.

Offering truly memorable spaces

surrounded by a stunning 2.5 acre enchanted display garden, it will leave your guests talking for many years.

From a wedding ceremony in the amphitheatre or on the wedding lawn to a reception on the fountain lawn or in the indoor / alfresco restaurant, Eden Gardens

has an option to suit any vision. Spring is a lovely time at Eden and the gardens are blooming. Come explore and get inspired!

With an onsite florist, incredible locations for photography and a fully licensed restaurant, all your needs are met in one place!

Managed by a detailed and creative events team, they can help take your event from idea to reality, creating a wedding that expresses your love story.

Eden Gardens is the perfect choice.

For enquiries send an email to events@ edengardens.com.au.

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Eden Gardens has everything to bring your wedding dreams to life. From our onsite florist making your bespoke bouquets, to ceremony and photo opportunities in our enchanted gardens, followed by a beautiful reception in our alfresco restaurant – Eden Gardens has it all.

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ou said yes… let Hawkesbury Race Club take care of the rest.

Celebrate your special day in style at Hawkesbury Race Club. They offer a modern wedding ceremony and reception venue with an authentic country feel, along with professional service, superb catering, breathtaking mountain views and a four- star luxury motel with 30 spacious rooms.

It is an exceptional venue offering unique spaces to create your dream wedding. Perfectly suited for both intimate weddings and grand celebrations, they take care of everything so you can relax and enjoy your memorable day.

Choose from a range of idyllic locations around the grounds for a stunning outdoor ceremony. The reception venues include the grand glass front trackside room, an intimate terrace bar overlooking the picturesque Blue Mountains or the courtyard amongst the horse stalls.

Make a grand entrance for your wedding ceremony and drive down the home straight to your ceremony location.

Hawkesbury Race Club offer two honeymoon suites, featuring a spacious separate bedroom with a king size bed and spa bath. Located within the grounds of the club, the onsite accommodation features views of the racecourse, stables and the world-renowned Blue Mountains.

Hawkesbury Race Club is a signature venue renowned for its rich history, country aesthetic with a modern flair.

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Your Wedding Day

A beautiful wedding at Panthers has it all Y our perfect day deserves the perfect venue.

The Event Centre at Panthers includes eight unique, stylish and contemporary rooms to suit all sizes, tastes and budgets.

Their wedding packages allow you to celebrate your special day with service sure to impress your guests and a decadent menu that will ignite the senses.

Panthers’ experienced Event Coordinators will ensure that no detail is forgotten and their all-inclusive wedding package ensures that there are no hidden surprises, just happy memories.

Let Panthers entertain you – restaurants, live music, modern bars, activities on-site and a cocktail lounge are all part of the Panthers World of Entertainment.

Located right next door, on- site accommodation is available at the beautiful four- star Mercure Penrith Hotel, which will allow your guests to make a weekend of your event.

For a limited time, the Event Centre at Panthers are offering any new wedding bookings for 2020 and 2021 the option to select not one, but TWO of their upgrade options.

Select a donut wall with custom Krispy Kreme Wedding doughnuts as another dessert or cake alternative option, French champagne for toasting, a grazing table filled with everything you could imagine or the use of a flower or greenery wall, perfect as a bridal table backdrop or photo wall.

The team invite you to come and complete a tour of their venue, so you can begin to picture how perfect your day could be in the Event Centre at Panthers in Penrith.

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Exquisite stylish country estates Be swept away by the breathtaking beauty of the Southern Highlands, with rolling lush green hills and fresh mountain air, it’s picture perfect countryside.

Peppers Manor House and Peppers Craigieburn are the most romantic settings to say I Do. Featuring reception venues that open onto stunning manicured gardens, both venues are unique and perfectly positioned for an indulgent unforgettable wedding.

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ENTERTAINMENT PENRITH’S BIGGEST AND BEST LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

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ormer television actress and fiction author Judy Nunn has a new book that is set to fly off the shelves.

Khaki Town marks her 15th novel, and to celebrate she’ll be coming to Penrith to talk with book-loving locals about her career and new work.

Judy told the Weekender the new book is set in a very tense time in Australian history.

“It is based in northern Queensland in 1942 when Townsville became a hub for the military during World War II,” she said.

“There were a lot of American black and white soldiers stationed there which caused tension as the White Australia policy was very much in force.”

The novel, which deals extensively with themes of racism, aims to educate readers about the time period, which Judy says is very rewarding as an author.

“All of my books have a historical basis, so I suppose I write the sort of book I like to read, so my fictional characters are living in a place or time that has intrigued me,” she said.

“The biggest reaction I get from my readers is that they love my books because they love the stories and characters, but they love the fact that when they finish they learn something.”

Taking at least three months of researching and a total of two years to write, Judy said she loves the process of creating a new story.

“I go to the place I set the novel because you have to have the love affair with that region you are writing about,” she said.

“You wander the streets and you are back in 1942, your mind just takes over, but there is a lot of reading involved with research I then continuously refer back to.”

Judy will be visiting Penrith Library as part of her book tour to talk about Khaki Town, which she said is a great experience.

“There is a lot of travelling in between as we cover huge regions but I very much love meeting my readers and everyone is so embracing that you have come to their place,” Judy said.

She said it was fantastic to meet people who have fallen in love with her work and are anticipating new books.

“It really is humbling to witness firsthand the people and the breadth of the country that my books have reached so I’m excited to see the Penrith locals,” she said.

Judy Nunn will be appearing at Penrith City Library this Monday, October 14 at 6.30pm. Tickets are $5. Judy’s books will be available for purchase and signing after the event. To book or for more information, call 4732 7891 or visit bit. ly/2MftgRB.

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ELEVENSES

AT THE JOAN Art + Music Insights

The hottest night of the year

What are some of the great movements of art and QYWMG$ &RH [L] EVI XLI] WMKRMǻGERX$ +MRH SYX QSVI about exceptional masterpieces and the artists, composers and musicians who created them at this new series held at The Joan!

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With the hottest men direct from Sydney live on stage performing in and out of their stunning costumes, the Sydney Hotshots are set to send pulses racing in Penrith later this month.

With sensational dance routines not to mention their chiselled rock- hard bodies, a fabulous two- hour performance awaits for local ladies.

The Sydney Hotshots have been hard at work putting together their most exciting show ever. With over 20 years of touring they have developed their show into an unforgettable ‘Ladies Night’ experience.

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BOOKINGS thejoan.com.au 4723 7600 Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre

The show is renowned for highpowered dance routines, live singing, acrobatic tricks, sensational bodies, comedy, costumes, spectacular lighting and a unique blend of sex appeal.

Interaction with the audience is a must including being brought up onto the stage, romanced and serenaded by the handsome men of the Sydney Hotshots.

It’s the most fun a girl can have standing up – they will be screaming and laughing and thoroughly entertained for an unforgettable night at Panthers in October.

Sydney Hotshots will be on at the EVAN Theatre in Penrith on Saturday, October 19 at 7.30pm. Tickets are $35.

To book or for more information, call 1800 PANTHERS or visit penrith. panthers.com.au.

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COMPOSED BY Ann Boyd Ross Edwards Percy Grainger Elena Kats-Chernin Peter Sculthorpe

Ages 18 months+

BILBY’S BLUEGUM MELODIES Ensemble Offspring, Sydney’s favourite musical mavericks, take toddlers and their families on a journey through the wonderment of chamber music.

Adult $25 | Children $20 | Family $80

BOOK NOW thejoan.com.au | 4723 7600

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“We’re talking banger after banger here…”

The Urban List

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0 years ago Kasey Chambers released her groundbreaking debut album ‘The Captain’. It was a pivotal record that remains the cornerstone of her outstanding career, and in celebration of the album’s anniversary, Kasey will be performing a very special concert in Penrith.

She will be sentimentally reforming her original band, playing songs from ‘The Captain’ album, alongside a set of her best known tracks.

Boasting a maturity beyond her years and a wealth of Americana-styled musical influences, yet keeping Australia and family at its core, Kasey’s songwriting from the very beginning has been unique and heart-warming.

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Country’s sweetheart to perform at Panthers this month Kasey has cemented her place on the global country artist stage and has gathered a cabinet full of awards along the way, reinforcing her place as one of Australia’s most respected, accomplished and captivating performers.

Join Kasey to celebrate the 20th anniversary and share the journey of the past two decades of her world-class songs and intimate stories in a unique concert experience not to be missed.

Kasey Chambers will be on at the EVAN Theatre in Penrith on Friday, October 18 at 7.30pm. Tickets are $59.90. To book or for more information, call 1800 PANTHERS or visit penrith.panthers.com.au.

LADY BEATLE

Ages 13+ (adult themes)

A must-see live music event for all Beatles fans!

Starring UK-born Australian stage and screen star Naomi Price and inspired by true accounts, Lady Beatle is a rollicking magical mystery tour soundtracked by The Beatles’ biggest chart toppers.

FRI 18 OCT 7.30PM | SAT 19 OCT 2 & 7.30PM Standard $60 | Concession $55 | Under 30s $30 | Seniors Matinee $30

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Anyone who knows anything about Queen understands a huge part of the Queen live experience was their stage presence, their flamboyance, theatrics and energy.

Now Thomas Crane and his band Bohemian Rhapsody bring back to life the visual excitement and stage energy for which Queen are renowned.

At a Bohemian Rhapsody show, none

of this is lost in translation, the posturing and preening, the strutting and showmanship.

Bohemian Rhapsody stands alone to showcase the music of one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Playing to packed houses and passionate audiences, the music featured in the show covers the ‘70s through to the millennium.

All those who share a love of timeless rock music, or new fans of the band, need to catch Bohemian Rhapsody at The Joan for a fantastic Queen experience.

Bohemian Rhapsody will be on at The Joan in Penrith on Friday, October 18 at 8pm. Tickets are from $30. To book, call 4723 7600 or visit thejoan.com.au.

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OFFICIAL LOCATION OF READY SET DANCE AND READY SET BALLET IN MINCHINBURY

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HEADING OUT Friday, October 11

Double Trouble – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Ben Portsmouth – Penrith Panthers $63.65, 8pm 1800 061 991 Thunderstruck AC/DC Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Oz Icons – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Midnight Drifters – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Strike Two Duo – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 7.30pm 8822 2444 Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466 Gee Baby – Red Cow Free entry, 8pm 4721 5666 Oliver!

The Joan, 4723 7611 Friday, October 11, 7.30pm, From $38

Christie Lamb Colonial Hotel, 9623 1384 Saturday, October 12, 9pm, Free entry

Rough Diamond – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 The Shy Guys – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Chris Drummond Duo – Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Archie – Red Cow Free entry, 7pm 4721 5666

Sunday, October 13

Saturday, October 12

Kick INXS Tribute Show – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8.30pm 4722 8180 Transformers Show – Penrith Panthers $22.20, 10am 1800 061 991 Mike Hallam Hot Five – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Royale With Cheese – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Oliver! – The Joan From $38, 1.30pm & 7.30pm 4723 7611 Be Bop A Lula – St Marys RSL Free entry, 8pm 9623 6555 Wild Cherry – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777

Midnight Drifters – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Oliver! – The Joan From $38, 1.30pm 4723 7611 Ben Bennett – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Kafekool Duo – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Sydney Cars & Coffee – Hubertus Club Free entry, 7am 4773 4444 Custom Car & Bike Show – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8am 4721 5764

Friday, October 18

Kasey Chambers – Penrith Panthers $59.50, 7.30pm 1800 061 991 Cold Chisel Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Bohemian Rhapsody – The Joan From $30, 8pm 4723 7611 Big Radio Dynamite – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Rockin Mustang – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Cazcade Duo – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 7.30pm 8822 2444 Skyz the Limit – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466 Hayden Cleary – Red Cow Free entry, 8pm 4721 5666

Saturday, October 19

Octoberfest – Penrith Paceway $10, 12pm 4721 2375 Sydney Hotshots – Penrith Panthers $22.20, 10am 1800 061 991 Elvis An American Trilogy Blacktown Workers Club, 9830 0600 Saturday, October 19, 8pm, $50

Bon Jovi Show – St Marys RSL Free entry, 9pm 9623 6555 Gypsy – Blue Mountains Theatre & Hub From $32.40, 8pm 4723 5050 Celebration Mix – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Blackstar – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 The Breakaways – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Dwayne Elix & The Engineers – Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Time Machine – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 Big Way Out – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 9pm 4736 4466 Goodbye Monday – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Archie v Red Cow Free entry, 7pm 4721 5666

Sunday, October 20

Rockin Eddie – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Martys Place – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Franky Valentyn – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Gypsy Blue Mountains Theatre & Hub, 4723 5050 Sunday, October 20, 2pm, From $32.40

Lady Beatle The Joan, 4723 7611 Friday, October 18, 7.30pm, From $30

Big Swing Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Rock City Saints – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Lady Beatle – The Joan From $30, 2pm & 7.30pm 4723 7611

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Nepean Evening VIEW Club 3rd Monday of each month 4735 4982 St Marys Probus Club Meets second Tuesday of the month • 0411 248 149 Penrith Showground Markets Every Wednesday 8.30am Penrith Paceway • 4721 0509 Penrith Museum of Printing Saturdays from 10am-2pm Pen Paceway • 0415 625 573

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD

Nepean Retired Men’s Club Third Wednesday of each month • 0401 507 260 Seniors & Pensioners Club Tuesdays at 10am 86 Station Street, Penrith Prostate Cancer Support Monthly meetings at St Stephen’s • 1300 133 878 Penrith South Probus Club Meets third Thursday of the month • 4729 2119

Light The Night at special fundraiser next week Join the evening lantern walk and shine a light on blood cancer. Light The Night will see the community come together and transform the darkness into a sea of glowing light to give hope to all those impacted. It’s your night to walk beside friends and family in support, reflect on your journey, and to remember loved ones lost. As part of Light the Night, you can also help raise vital funds to support families living with blood cancer and towards investment into life-changing research. It is on Friday, October 18 from 5.30pm at Penrith Panthers Leagues Club Gazebo.

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Sunset Station Singers Mondays 7.00pm St Marys RSL • 0408 218 965 Glenmore Park Probus Club Third Wednesday of the month • 9673 2580 Penrith Men’s Shed New members welcome Wednesdays • 0439 646 942 Penrith Rotary Club New members welcome Mondays • 0407 077 143

The story behind the story

Transform your day with robots at Panthers Penrith on Saturday, October 12 at 10am and 12pm. Tickets are $22.20. Call 1800 061 991.

Elevenses explores the stories behind art at The Joan on Monday, October 14 from 11am. Tickets are from $15. Call 4723 7611.

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While details are scarce, it’s believed 

Channel Seven will revive reality show favourite ‘Big Brother’ in 2020. While nothing has been 100 per cent locked in, a casting notice has been sent out by the production company. So if you’re interested in applying, visit bigbrothercasting. com.au.

Guy Sebastian will host the upcom

ing ARIA Awards on Channel Nine. The ARIAs will air on November 27 at 7.30pm.

Season 17 of ‘NCIS’ returns to 10 this  Sunday, October 13 at 8.30pm.

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E! have quietly dropped ‘The Tonight  Show with Jimmy Fallon’ from its latenight line-up. So if you’re keen on seeing all of Jimmy’s antics now, you’ll have to subscribe to his YouTube channel.

‘Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists’  has been axed after one season.

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Things’, Netflix has officially renewed the monster hit for a fourth season. However, it’s believed the show will no longer be set in the small town of Hawkins. No word yet on an airdate but expect sometime next year.

New Helen Mirren series ‘Catherine 

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the Great’ will premiere on FOX Showcase on Sunday, November 3 at 7.30pm.

Mirren stars as the tumultuous monarch and politician who ruled the Russian empire and transformed its place in the world in the 18th century. The four-part historical drama follows the end of Catherine’s reign and her affair with Russian military leader Grigory Potemkin.

The A-League has found a new free

to-air home, ABC TV. This will be the first

time that the A-League will be broadcast on the ABC. Under the new agreement, 29 live matches will be broadcast on ABC TV and iview (5pm on Saturdays) throughout the A-League 2019/20 season and, for the A-League 2020 Finals Series, delayed broadcasts of one Elimination Final, one Semi Final and the 2020 Grand Final.

1.87 million (Metro) people tuned in 

to see the Sydney Roosters overcome the Canberra Raiders last Sunday night.

Popular US series ‘The Walking Dead’ 

has been renewed for an 11th season. Season 10 began this week on FOX Showcase.

A celebrity version of Tom Gleeson’s  ‘Hard Quiz’ is in the works. Waleed Aly, Hamish Blake, Lucy Durack and Celia Pacquola are involved.

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5. How many times did Peter Brock start on pole position for the Bathurst 1000?

6. How many drivers have sadly died while competing in the event?

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At the movies...

Not your typical comic book flick JOKER  2 hours, 2 mins EMILY FESZCZUK

It should be noted from the outset that ‘Joker’, as you may have read and heard, is not for the faint-hearted.

It is dark, daring and unlike most movies that slip into this genre.

‘Joker’, directed by Todd Phillips, centres around Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix), a party clown who aspires to be a stand- up comic but can’t seem to find his place in Gotham City.

It follows his downward spiral with mental illness and the cruelty he faces that ultimately leads to chaos.

Not your typical comic book movie, it is a deep look at the events that lead to the infamous Joker character

being created, with Phoenix doing a stellar job of portraying the flawed and troubled Fleck (no wonder there is Oscar buzz surrounding his performance).

‘Joker’ does seem to start out slow, but its sluggishness early is needed to highlight the struggles Fleck faces daily and to bring the audience closer to his story.

The acting, musical score and cinematography really combine to create a captivating film that will have you on the edge of your seat.

It is less about capes and heroes and more about a disturbing look at a man disregarded by society.

If you can stomach it, it is definitely a must-see.

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Do you enjoy your job and does it stimulate your mind? This week, take the time to re-evaluate a professional matter as Venus and Mercury move through your career zone. The planets also activate your reputation zone, so make sure your public image is in line with your uniquely quirky self. Enjoy being the authentic you!

As writer Oscar Wilde said: “Be yourself; everyone else is already taken”.

It’s a wonderful week to travel, teach, talk about a business idea, post an online article or learn something new. Foreign friendships and commercial connections are also favoured. Tuesday and Wednesday are the most creative days, when inspiration strikes and your imagination soars. So if you are a Piscean poet, painter, performer, author, singer, musician or dancer – make the most of it.

ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

The week starts with a Sun/Pluto square, which primes you to take on daunting challenges. But there’s also the potential for power struggles (especially with authority figures or colleagues) as the pressure builds at work. So pace yourself and try to moderate your tempestuous side. Romance and intimacy are highlighted, as vampy Venus and sexy Mars spice up your love life.

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With Venus visiting your partnership zone, it will be easier to sort out relationship problems than at other times, especially if you articulate your feelings and are prepared to compromise.

Attached Bulls – your partner is hoping you can provide some astute advice.

Singles – make a flirtatious admirer prove themselves before you ride off into a romantic sunset.

The potential is there for a positive week. Monday and Tuesday favour work projects and joint finances; while the weekend is wonderful for solving puzzles and fixing problems. Don’t underestimate the beneficial effect you can have on those around you. Put personal projects on the backburner as you roll up your sleeves and serve others. See if there is someone or a cause you can help.

Monday looks dramatic, as the Sun and Pluto stir up trouble with loved ones. A double-dose of diplomacy is required if you want to keep the peace. For the rest of the week the focus is on friendships.

How to nurture them, keep them … and then let them go if you have outgrown each other. You’ll find enjoyable mutual interests are essential to long-term platonic relationships.

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Are you making the most of your marvellous mind? With Mercury and Venus both visiting your communication zone, you have the ability to affect others deeply with your imaginative ideas, thoughtful views and ethical values.

Education, interstate travel, social media and community connections are also favoured. But friends and finances are a messy mix so keep them well separated.

Still waters run deep on Monday! With the Sun in your mystery zone there’s more to everything than meets the eye. And it will take your Scorpio discretion – and substantial detective talents – to uncover secrets and distinguish fact from fantasy.

Plus resist the urge to play power games with others. Mercury and Venus are visiting your sign, so Tuesday onwards is the time to socialise and circulate.

When it comes to your involvement with a friend, class, club or group, Monday looks tricky as Pluto stimulates your argumentative and judgemental streak.

So do your best to avoid aggravating others. When dealing with financial matters, knowledge is power and there is no substitute for due diligence. Have you been having problems with a relative?

Communication will go a long way!

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Luxury-loving Libra – with hasty Mars moving through your sign and indulgent Venus visiting your money zone, watch that impulse buys don’t burn a hole in your budget. An unresolved family problem could also boomerang back and test you. If you treat family members with extra compassion and patience, then you’ll end up having an enjoyable week.

Make sure you dream big!

LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

On Monday, the Sun forms a tricky connection with Pluto. So try to temper your strong urge to rule the world and boss other people around. Instead, direct your fiery energy into pursuing an inspiring creative project. And contemplate the wise words of birthday great, writer Oscar Wilde. “Our ambition should be to rule ourselves, the true kingdom for each one of us”.

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You’re determined to push through with a project but you’ll meet with some resistance, as other people oppose your plans. Compromise and humility are required, otherwise it will be a long and stressful week. When it comes to work, the big lesson to learn is how to delegate.

No one is indispensable! Looking for love?

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The second was that, by simply following the world share index over the last 40 years, your initial investment would now be worth 45 times what you started with (including the dividends received during that time).

Along the way, we endured the stagflation and oil embargo crisis of the late ‘70s, Black Monday in the ‘80s, the Russian Rubble crisis, Tech Wreck, the 9/11 stock market crash and most recently the GFC. Assuming we stuck solid, at the end of all that we would have 45 times what we started with, plus regular income.

The average investor did not stick to the plan.

Along the way each of these events saw investors panic and sell their shares. We all know we are supposed to buy low and sell high, however, each of these events

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saw people sell low. The fear of missing out also sees a number of investors jumping into the market when they see it rising.

This results in buying high. The recent cryptocurrency surge is a classic example of this behaviour.

Four per cent under performance may not seem like a big deal. The average investor over the same period would have about 18 times their initial investment.

That is a huge difference.

One thing I’m constantly reminding my clients is that shares directly relate to companies.

In Australia, if you follow the index, your biggest holdings relate to companies like the big banks, Woolworths, Wesfarmers and BHP. If the Woolworths share price drops over the next 12 months, does that all of a sudden make Woolworths a bad company? Of course not.

When the market falls and the share price of these big companies fall, if we think they are still good companies, we should be thinking about buying shares, buy low. Unfortunately, most of us, when

confronted by a downturn, are far more likely to sell. Not many people were lining up to buy shares in the midst of the GFC. The key to long- term success on the share market is to pick a strategy and stick

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ar infections can be one of the most frustrating and painful conditions for our pets. Low grade ear infections can often go unnoticed. They can cause long- term damage to the ear canal and also effect hearing.

The correct term for ear infections is otitis externa and it occurs when bacteria or yeast infect the external ear canal.

Some breeds, particularly those with large or hairy ears like Cocker Spaniels, Poodles or Old English Sheepdogs are prone to ear infections, but they can occur in any breed. Dogs that love water and like to swim also seem to be an increased risk.

It is important to recognise the early symptoms of ear infections. An animal with an ear infection becomes very uncomfortable as the ears become swollen and sensitive. They usually shake their head and scratch at the ears in the aim to get the debris out. Ears often become inflamed and develop an offensive odour and a black or yellow tinged discharge commonly occurs.

So what causes ear infections? There

are many different causes. Several types of bacteria and at least one type of yeast will cause an infection. Ear mites are also another common cause. Pets can also get foreign bodies in their ears such as grass seeds. Another common cause of ear infections are skin allergies. With skin allergies, the ear becomes itchy and the pet causes secondary infection in the ear by constant scratching. Some dogs with allergies will only develop ear infections, without the typical body itch most people associate with allergies.

In order to treat ear infections, we need to first examine the ear canal with an instrument called an otoscope. This has a special ear piece that goes into the ear with a light and a magnifying glass. When an ear is painful this can be uncomfortable so some pets require a gentle sedation to perform this. Samples need to be obtained from the ear canal to determine the type of infection present. The veterinarian can look at samples under the microscope or sometimes send the sample off to the pathologist to culture the bacteria or yeast causing the infection. Some pets

may require a general anaesthetic to have the ear canal flushed out and a thorough examination performed. If your pet has underlying allergies, treatment for these allergies is also important.

Most ear infections are treated with ear drops. Your veterinarian will be able to show the best way to do this with your pet. It is important to ensure the infection

has completely healed before stopping medication and a follow up check will help with this.

Some pets will require long- term medications and ear cleaners to prevent recurrence of the problems. When an ear canal becomes severely damaged surgery may be recommended for long- term maintenance.

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Passionate about Pets Extended consulting hours me in paths of righteousness... Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever”.

These words are the experience of those who follow the Lord; Jesus, the good shepherd.

He leads and restores your life. He guides. He takes away fear, especially our fear of death. He protects. He comforts.

The Lord, the good shepherd, calls you into a relationship of love and security, a relationship where he is always working for your good. He even gives you a dwelling place with him forever.

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The writer, David, begins, “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not be in want”.

In other words, because “The Lord”, the God who made all things and who is the ruler over all things, is his shepherd, that is, his guide and his protector, David knows that he will not lack anything.

David has everything he needs. He will not want for anything.

This is quite extraordinary! How can he say this?

As the Psalm continues, we see why David can say these astonishing things; “He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside the quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides

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id you never have the opportunity to learn to swim? For many adults, just being near a body of water causes negative feelings, ranging from mild embarrassment to paralysing fear, simply because they cannot swim. Migrating from a country where swimming isn’t a priority, a lack of access to a pool growing up, a bad experience around water or a physical disability are just some of the reasons people reach adulthood without swimming skills.

This can really impact quality of life in Australia, and for parents will hinder the ability to safely supervise children in the water.

The statistics from this year’s Royal Lifesaving National Drowning report are concerning, with 241 people aged over 18 drowning in Australia last year. Poor swimming skills and a lack of understanding of swimming environments were major contributing factors in many of these incidents. 81 per cent of drowning deaths were male, and the 45–54 years age group recorded the highest number of drowning deaths.

The good news is, it is never too late to learn, to increase your safety around

ming provides. When asked about the benefits of learning to swim as an adult, and what to expect, Gary Toner, CEO of Swim Australia says: “Swimming progress is dependent on your existing ability, fitness level and if you have a disability – it’s a very individual thing, but attending weekly lessons at a minimum will keep you progressing.”

He added: “You will also notice health improvements, including increased lung capacity, as well as improved circulation, blood pressure and muscle tone. But most of all, you’ll gain confidence, a better lifestyle and social connections”.

We offer adult learn to swim and water confidence group classes, which are a more affordable option to private lessons – the next block begins on October 15 and runs for nine weeks. The cost includes a 10 visit swim pass to practise swimming skills out of lesson time in our indoor heated pools.

Make this year your year to overcome your fear of the water.

Email belinda@nepeanswim.com.au to enrol.

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The Spirit World offers messages of love and support I would really love to connect with my husband Alan. He passed away suddenly in June last year. I hope he is surrounded by love. We miss him so much.

Patricia, Penrith From my experience in communicating with the world of Spirit, I have come to understand and appreciate that their world is very much like our own in some respects. Our loved ones that have passed into this world surround themselves with family and friends who have already transitioned into this new life and keep a close eye on those they have left behind.

Their physical body that carried illness or suffering at the time of their passing remains as only an unpleasant memory in their new world.

They find jobs or passions that revolve around guiding and serving the family they left behind and can still use the skills attained in this life to help others move forward. Your husband Alan fits in beautifully to this lifestyle. He presents to me with a smile and talks of always loving you. He would have been a gentleman as he dips his hat and invites you onto the

dance floor. He shows me a very fit lean version of himself and appears relaxed in shorts and light shirt.

There is a name that he says to me that sounds like ‘Joyce’ and he also mentions ‘Ann’ in relation to your name.

As an inquisitive fellow, I see him wanting to tinker and take things apart to find how they work. Unfortunately, he forgets about putting them back together! I sense that he passed either in his own home or very close to where he lived. I also sense that you sleep close to his shirts still, and he sees that you miss his presence. He smiles, albeit sadly, when he watches you breathe in the smell of the clothes he used to wear.

He has been following you to all of your health appointments and reminds you not to forget the skin checks also. He says ‘Please tell Patty I’m OK’ and wants you to know that at every appointment you attend and all the very special occasions you will celebrate now and into the future that he will be right by your side. Just ask and his presence will always be right by your side.

I would like to connect with my mother Mary Crabtree. Does she see if my life would improve by moving again.

Jean, Penrith When I first connect with the energy of the Spirit World a great deal of excitement flows in and I do hear them say “it’s time to go”. I think you already know this because your future shows me you packing your bags and being in the retirement home where you will be able to enjoy your retirement fully.

I want you to remain social and see the next chapter in your life as very exciting.

The only thing I would be mindful of is checking for dampness in any potential dwelling or allergies from plants or trees around the property that may affect you.

As I reach out to your mother, I do get the energy of a very stern lady pointing her finger at me and insisting I help you by passing on her advice. She is strong and she will push the family agenda without hesitation. She is very traditional and may have been responsible for taking care of siblings at a young age. She was quite a stoic lady and her passing would

have been expressed with great dignity. I get the sense of the land and old country towns as she shows me trees, kangaroos, old water wells, outside toilets, old cars and tractors and a life of simplicity but hard work around the family.

An energy with a name sounding like ‘Darcy’ or ‘Dotty’ comes in with your mother and this will be your guidance from the Spirit World.

Good family values stand with you and a return to budgeting, bargains and shopping at charity shops is being encouraged. You may be asked to join an Anglican/Christian support group and new friends would be beneficial for you at this time. I feel your family will miss you but they will be positive about your move. However, do not feel obligated to give money to your children at this point.

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I made my first trip there nearly 40 years ago, flying across in a King Air. The first sight of the island was a sight that lives in my mind and imagination.

We all have a mental image of what a tropical island might look like and here below me was my perfect tropical island.

In the following years, I have been fortunate to see most of the islands around the Pacific and have yet to find one that even comes close!

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We found that you had to order early as it is so popular and they can run out, in busy periods.

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Emu Plains dirt bike racer Alexander Adamson proudly showing off his incredible accolades this week. Photo: Megan Dunn

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While returning to the podium after a two-year absence was one of the best moments of his racing career, the highly competitive race certainly took it out of him.

“It was a six- lap race and I got very tired, my arms were killing me,” Alexander admitted.

“Races are usually four laps, so going 110 per cent for six laps was really hard.

“When the race was finally over and I found out I finished third, I ran straight over to my dad to celebrate. My little brother, Jacob, was there as well and he was happy for me too.”

Competing since he was seven- yearsold, Alexander has had a successful year on the track finishing third at the Central Coast Cup, fourth at the NSW Dirt Track Championships and fifth at the Casey Stoner Cup. Fortunately for Alexander the year is far from over.

Next week he’ll be competing at the Victorian Dirt Track Championship before returning to the Central Coast in mid-November to tackle the NSW Track Championship.

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Racing at Somersby on the NSW Central Coast, the talented 11- year- old picked up the incredible third place finish in the 85cc 2 Stroke 9- U11 Years Standard Wheel event.

The Weekender last caught up with Alexander back 2017 following his

bronze at the same competition. While the Year 5 Emu Plains Public School student was unable to podium at last year’s National Titles, he was very happy to be back among the medal winners at this year’s event.

“It’s very competitive out there and I was very nervous heading into the race… I didn’t think I was going to get a place,” Alexander told the Weekender.

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Wanderers set for Bankwest debut Story continued from » p. 64 The Wanderers will go into this weekend’s season opener against Central Coast off the back of a solid pre-season in which they performed admirably during a series of friendlies and the FFA Cup. Unfortunately for the Wanderers they’ll be without new Polish signing Radoslaw Majewski for much of the season following a very serious knee injury at training recently.

Western Sydney’s Round 1 opponents, Central Coast, enjoyed a very solid pre- season, making the semi finals of the FFA Cup before going down to Adelaide United.

Fox Sports will once again be the home of the A- League this season, broadcasting every match live; while ABC TV will air the 5pm Saturday fixture each week including tomorrow evening’s clash between the Wanderers and Mariners.

A-League boss Greg O’Rourke said the upcoming season will see the dawn of a new era.

“We have an expanded league with the introduction of our newest club, Western United FC. They will provide a new narrative, new rivalries and new fans in one of the fastest growing regions in Australia,” he said.

Wanderers memberships for 2019/20 are still on sale.

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arring a major injury or mishap, Penrith will have yet another athlete representing their country at next year’s Olympic Games in Japan.

Penrith City Softball Association (PCSA) junior Taylah Tsitsikronis is set to don the green and gold at Tokyo 2020 after the Australian women’s national softball team, Aussie Spirit, dominated the WBSC Asia/Oceania Olympic Qualifier in Shanghai late last month.

The Aussie Spirit were forced to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics after the sport was removed from the schedule following the 2008 Beijing Games, but will make their anticipated return 12 years later – aiming for a fifth softball Olympic medal.

Australia kept a perfect record across five games defeating Chinese Taipei 5-1, Indonesia 8- 0, Hong Kong 8- 0, Philippines 7-0 and China 9-3.

25- year- old Tsitsikronis was a downright beast with the bat, helping Australia clinch their Olympic return.

Tsitsikronis will be the second PSCA

The Aussie Spirit softball team will represent Australia at Tokyo 2020 player to represent Australia at an Olympic Games. Werrington’s Kerry Wyborn won two Olympic medals at Athens in 2004 and Beijing in 2008.

“Taylah is a true blue Aussie and started playing for Penrith Softball Club back in 2001 when she was six-years-old and has always had the dream of playing softball for Australia at the Olympics,” PCSA VP Representative Affairs, Jo Beach said.

“We are all super proud of Taylah here at Penrith City Softball Association and

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“What Taylah and her Aussie Spirit teammates have recently achieved is the start of something very special for Australian softball, that flows back to the grassroots being played at local clubs and associations.”

Australia will join the US, Italy, Japan, Canada and Mexico in Tokyo.

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Taranto honoured for standout AFL season NATHAN TAYLOR

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he next generation of Giants has arrived with star third-year midfielder Tim Taranto claiming his first Kevin Sheedy Medal in a thrilling count last Friday night.

The top three of Taranto, Coleman Medallist Jeremy Cameron and fourthyear midfielder Jacob Hopper could barely be separated all night with Cameron leading Taranto by one vote at the end of the regular season.

Heading into the final game of the season – the Grand Final – Cameron led on 220 votes with Taranto on 216 and Hopper on 214.

Despite his side’s monster defeat, Taranto polled the second highest votes from the coaches to leapfrog Cameron and claim his first Club Champion award.

Inaugural coach and Life Member Kevin Sheedy was on hand to present the 21-year-old with the award.

Taranto played every game in 2019, averaging almost 28 touches and more than six tackles a game and kicking 11 goals. He was ranked second in the AFL for tackles and fourth for disposals and kicks in a stunning season.

Taranto took out the top honour with 222 votes, ahead of Cameron on 220 and Hopper on 2018. Star defender Nick Haynes (206) and defender Zac Williams (203) rounded out the top five.

Giants coach Leon Cameron paid tribute to Taranto’s win.

“This is a wonderful effort by Tim and a much- deserved reward for an outstanding season,” he said.

“His commitment and dedication on the training track and desire to improve himself is almost second to none and he’s been an important part of our football club since he walked in the doors three years ago.

“To see a player in just his third year take his game to such a level is exciting to watch as a coach and we’re looking forward to his continued development over the coming years.”

In other awards, Taranto also took home the Giants Standards Defensive Award for the second straight year.

Vice - captain Stephen Coniglio was presented with the Giants Foundation Award for his community work, while Nick Haynes proved a fan favourite, winning the Members and Fans MVP. Brent Daniels took home the Rising Star Award after playing every game in his

Tim Taranto and Kevin Sheedy. Photo: Narelle Spangher second season in the competition, while potential top draftee Tom Green was named the Academy Player of the Year.

Newly- crowned Life Member Jeremy Cameron won his eighth straight leading goal kicker award while Harry Himmelberg took home Mark of the Year for his

courageous effort in Round 4. Jeremy Finlayson won Goal of the Year for a stunning effort in Round 3.

As well as a top 10 finish in the Sheedy Medal, Matt de Boer also took home the Coaches Award for 2019, capping off a great season.

Around the grounds

CRICKET: Round 1 of the Nepean District Cricket Association is in the books, with Panthers Cricket Club off to a mixed start. In first grade, Springwood 3/213 defeated Panthers 5/176. In third grade, Springwood 10/143 defeated Panthers 10/119. In ninth grade, Panthers 10/144 defeated Glenmore Park 10/57.

BASEBALL: The Penrith Panthers first grade team are back in business, winning both games against Manly in Round 3 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. In the weekend game Penrith triumphed 11-6, while in the midweek game Penrith got up 5-2.

Penrith will battle Cronulla in Round 4.

RUGBY LEAGUE: From strapping on a pair of footy boots just four years ago to selection in the Prime Minister’s XIII squad for the clash against Fiji, St Marys star Christian Pio has had a meteoric rise through the sport of rugby league.

Just 19-years-old, Christian joined the Saints two years ago and played her second year as a second-rower in the Harvey Norman Women’s Premiership this year. “Growing up in Mt Druitt, rugby league has always been a huge passion for my whole family, but it wasn’t until I started playing in 2016 that I really fell in love with the game,” she said. “I now train for one to two hours, five days a week which is a bit of a juggle with full-time work, but I love it.” Christian said she was thrilled to be selected in the prestigious side.

“My family are really proud that I’m playing for Saints and without the club’s support, I wouldn’t be able to go to Fiji and represent our club and our community,” she said. St Marys Rugby League Club President, Warren Smith, was delighted to hear of Christian’s selection in the squad: “Christian is a wonderful example of the young women we have playing at Saints. She has a great future ahead of her and I have no doubt she will represent our club with pride.”

GOLF: 142 players greeted the starter at Dunheved Golf Club last week, in the latest round of the 2019 Western Sydney Region Veteran Golfers Association (WSRVGA) Inter-Club competition.

Dunheved won the day with 154 points, edging out Richmond on 152, Penrith on 147 and Wallacia on 143. Dunheved (1018 points) now hold a 4-point advantage over Penrith (1014) in the race to win the Club of the Year trophy, ahead of reigning Club of the Year Richmond (1008) and Wallacia (1002).

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CRICKET: Penrith have a tough task on their hands against Gordon in Round 2 of the Belvidere Cup. Playing in a Two-Day match at Howell Oval, Gordon won the toss and elected to bat first. The visitors put in a strong batting performance (Tym Crawford 169) and were 9/361 at stumps. Penrith’s Ryan Smith was best with the ball, taking 4/64.

Penrith will look to chase down Gordon’s massive total and record their second win of the new season when they hit the crease on Saturday morning at Howell Oval.

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he Western Sydney Wanderers’ return to prominence begins tomorrow night when they face the Central Coast Mariners at a new and improved Wanderland.

It’s been three years since the Wanderers last played an A-League fixture at the Parramatta-

based facility, but this Saturday’s opening round clash against the Mariners at Bankwest Stadium promises to be the start of something very special for local football fans.

While Western Sydney haven’t featured in an A- League Finals series since the 2016/17 season, there’s strong belief that this year’s crop – featuring a host of new faces – could break that drought.

With Wanderers coach Markus Babbel back

at the helm, this season’s roster will welcome back some familiar names alongside some fresh ones including Pirmin Schwegler, Daniel Lopar, Daniel Georgievski, Dylan McGowan, Matt Jurman and Alex Meier.

Western Sydney local Mitchell Duke will wear the captain’s armband for the Red and Black in season 2019/20.

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