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MCHAPPY DAY CELEBRATIONS TAKE PLACE THIS SATURDAY – SEE PAGE 31 Firefighters at work at Llandilo on Tuesday.

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OUR LUCKY ESCAPE

Penrith may have escaped the dramatic impact of bushfires being experienced elsewhere in New South Wales, but Tuesday’s blaze at Llandilo provided a stark warning of what is to come this summer.

The fire on Fourth Avenue on Tuesday afternoon burned directly across the road from homes, but a fast response from firefighters ensured it was brought under control quickly.

Elsewhere in the local area, crews responded to a mulch pile fire at Wallacia late on Tuesday, but again fast action ensured it didn’t pose any serious threat.

The Llandilo fire was at Watch and Act level for a period of time, but Penrith escaped any Emergency Level blazes the likes of which erupted across the State during catastrophic fire conditions this week.

With a State of Emergency declared, Penrith prepared for the worst on Tuesday as temperatures soared to 38 degrees.

A number of schools were closed for the day, while events were cancelled, including the Penrith Chamber of Commerce’s scheduled networking night at Panthers.

Regular Tuesday night sport including netball and OzTag was also called off.

At Wallacia, a man was issued with a $2200 fine after failing to comply with a total fire ban order.

Despite the soaring heat and extensive warnings, the 27-year-old man allegedly lit a small campfire at Fowler Reserve to boil water so he could make cups of tea.

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Police desperate for information after local man is shot for second time this year EMILY FESZCZUK olice are still appealing for information about a brazen daylight shooting that occurred in Barber Avenue in Penrith last Thursday afternoon.

The victim, Jae Tregear, was found around 3.20pm with multiple gunshot wounds and treated by paramedics, before being airlifted to Westmead Hospital in a critical but stable condition.

Chief Inspector Tracy Ford told media last Friday that the man, aged in his early 30s, had survived a previous shooting attempt at his home in Caddens in April.

“We can confirm in April this year that the same man had a similar incident occur to him and we are following lines of inquiry from that,” Inspector Ford said.

“Police have intelligence that this victim was previously linked to outlaw motorcycle gangs and such gangs, however we haven’t got fresh information on his status to these gangs or the motive of this fresh attack.”

Police are appealing to the public to come forward with any information regarding the incident to help find who is responsible.

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Chief Inspector Tracy Ford addresses the media at Penrith Police Station last Friday. Photo: Megan Dunn concerned about the nature of both attacks, with the latest being on a public street close to a school.

“What disturbs us as police is this is obviously a targeted shooting, but these criminals have no regard for these innocent bystanders,” Inspector Ford said.

“The street is in very close proximity to a school with many young children in the

area at the time of the shooting, which poses the risk of people being accidentally shot by these targeted crime gangs.”

The victim continues to be treated for his injuries.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to these incidents to contact Penrith Police or to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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that was seen parked in the area prior to the incident then seen leaving at speed and later found burnt out in Nash Street in South Penrith,” Inspector Ford said.

“We are asking people who have knowledge of the victim and possible offenders to come forward to protect the community they live in.”

Inspector Ford said police are most

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Greens lunacy burns bright rom the Black Friday tragedy of 1939, to the devastation of the 1984 fires and the awful 2013 blazes, bushfires have always been a dreaded part of the Australian landscape.

Almost always, we see triumph amongst tragedy. We watch heroes emerge, usually dressed in yellow. And afterwards, once the dust settles, we reflect on the why and the how.

Rarely have bushfires been about political point-scoring.

That changed this week, when in the wake of more devastating fires and the declaration of a State of Emergency, the lunatic Greens and their lefty mates decided now was the right time to push harder on their climate change agenda.

Without any real knowledge about how the fires started, or what prompted their veracity, those who’ve been desperately yapping on about climate change seized on the devastation. They took a PR opportunity at the height of a crisis, the lowest of the low.

As people were fighting to save their homes, or mourning the loss of beloved loved ones and community members, Greens MP Adam Bandt was busy tweeting and re-tweeting about climate change, including re-posting satirical articles from The Betoota Advocate, such is his embarrassing lack of leadership and tact.

On Tuesday, more than a dozen of his latest tweets or re-tweets were about climate change links to the bushfires. It was tacky, and thoughtless behaviour.

Greens leader Richard Di Natale wasn’t much better.

He called Tuesday a “day of unity�, not about helping each other and looking out

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“They are the children of the political landscape and they should be made to go stand in the corner while the adults sort this out�

for our communities at the height of the emergency, or about our RFS volunteers coming together, but about Liberal and Labor uniting to pass a law about coal, along with a #ClimateEmergency hashtag, of course.

If you voted for the Greens at the last election, I hope you know that’s what the party’s leader was most concerned about on Tuesday. Hashtags, point-scoring and the major political parties.

While others were posting vital safety information, Di Natalie was focused on this: “To be silent now is to endanger the lives of all Australians. We’re in a climate emergency. The government needs to act immediately, by listening to the science, phasing out of coal, and investing significantly in our capacity to respond to natural disasters.�

He too tweeted and re-tweeted dozens of times, primarily about climate change.

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vital RFS information that was being circulated across New South Wales to its residents caught up in the emergency.

The Greens will emerge from this bushfire emergency more irrelevant than ever. Their lack of leadership has been so overwhelmingly evident this week.

They are the children of the political landscape and they should be made to go stand in the corner while the adults sort this out.

Climate change’s link to the bushfires?

A difficult conversation with many ifs, buts, maybes and debates to have.

It is not the kind of discussion to have at the height of the emergency, not just because it was still unfolding but because the conversation is so important that it deserves not to be had ‘on the run’.

I think both Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Premier Gladys Berejiklian have handled the bushfire crisis tremendously well this week.

Rightly, they visited impacted regions on Sunday but they have largely left the media attention and focus on the RFS, the experts, where it belongs.

There will be much to discuss about these fires, once the emergency is over.

Climate change is definitely part of that discussion, as is hazard reduction difficulties and resourcing.

It all needs to form part of an intelligent forum led by experts.

Those truly in the know are busy actually dealing with the bushfires this week, desperately trying to save people’s homes. We best wait until they’re available before we start having debates about the why and how.

When we do have that discussion, let’s leave the Greens at home.

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Penway Place – featuring 187 new apartments – gets approval for Penrith CBD site ALENA HIGGINS enrith’s potential to become “Sydney’s third CBD” continues to fuel unprecedented investment, with another prime parcel of land being approved for urban development.

Construction of ‘Penway Place’, between Union Road and High Street, is due to begin in 2020 and will feature two towers offering up to 187 residential apartments plus a vibrant public plaza and retail precinct.

Set to become the ‘New West’, Penrith is fast transforming into Sydney’s third CBD, according to TOGA, the developer behind the project.

“Penrith offered a unique opportunity for TOGA to contribute to one of NSW’s fastest-growing cities,” CEO Fabrizio Perilli said.

“With over 60,000 new residents expected in Penrith by 2031, we are proud to deliver on the demand for new housing in the area and build a highly sought-after community at Penway Place.”

Propelled by the Western Sydney Airport and Aerotropolis and Sydney’s northsouth growth arc, Penrith presents a significant opportunity for buyers looking to invest or live.

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“It’s an affordable area and ideal location, which is experiencing an investment in surrounding infrastructure,” Mr Perilli said.

“These combining factors will drive growth and make Penway Place an excellent opportunity for first home buyers, downsizers and investors alike.”

The first stage of the larger masterplan for Penway Place will comprise two residential towers – a total of 12 and 15 storeys in height – rising above a three-storey podium, featuring ground level retail and three levels of car parking.

Director of SJB Architects, Nick Hatzi, said the convenient gateway location – on the doorstep of Westfield, The Joan and an easy walk to Penrith Station – lent itself to a major development.

“Penway Place’s prime location within the Penrith community meant we were able to design a new landmark for Penrith City, with open, lively and connected spaces for everyone to enjoy,” he said.

The $63.5 million development will offer a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments, some with views to the Nepean River and Blue Mountains, plus a community garden, gym, multi-purpose kids’ playroom and an outdoor dog park.

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Penrith pauses to reflect • Silence falls across the city to mark Remembrance Day • Services held in Penrith Penrith stopped at 11am on Monday to pay tribute to those who served Australia in war and paid the ultimate sacrifice.

An emotional Remembrance Day ceremony was held at Memory Park in the Penrith CBD, with a good crowd in attendance to pay their respects.

Special tributes were presented

by State Penrith MP Stuart Ayres, Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler, Penrith CBD Corporation Chairman Darren Latty and Penrith Chamber of Commerce President Simon Gould.

Other services held across the Penrith region, including at St Marys, were also well attended.

On November 11 each year, people across the globe observe a minute’s silence at 11am in memory of those who have died or suffered in war and on peacekeeping and humanitarian operations.

The date and time marks the signing of the Armistice of the First World War, when a peace settlement was reached after four brutal years of warfare.

NSW’s major Remembrance Day service was held at the Cenotaph in Martin Place.

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and St Marys well attended • Opportunity to pay tribute to those who have served

A chance to reflect at Monday’s Remembrance Day ceremony

A solemn moment as Harry May pays his respects on Monday

State Penrith MP Stuart Ayres pays his respects to the fallen

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For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Jane Hetherington on 4732 8078.

Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property.

The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council. â&#x20AC;˘ Kenneth Philip Roberts

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Lot 1 DP 1137699 (Nos. 569â&#x20AC;&#x201C;595) High Street, Penrith

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The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the NSW Rural Fires Services under Section 100B of the Rural Fires Act 1997.

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Lot 16 DP 9969 (No. 126) Glossop Street, St Marys Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of 10 town houses with basement parking

INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENTS Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. In accordance with Section 2.12 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, the development application will be referred to the Sydney Western City Planning Panel (SWCPP) for determination. â&#x20AC;˘ Richard Hogan & Co Pty Ltd

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Lot 1 DP 1073133 (Nos. 52â&#x20AC;&#x201C;68) Taylor Road, Cranebrook Proposed construction of an extension to St Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Grammar School to provide a new innovative learning centre building, including demolition of some existing buildings and tree removal

The proposal is an Integrated Development.

The application seeks approval from the Natural Resource Access Regulator under Section 91 of the Water Management Act 2000.

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The fabulous Emu Hall opened its doors in Penrith this week. They’re open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert and have a fabulous range of food, cocktails and more. Check it out at 2-26 Great Western Highway, Emu Plains. Congratulations to all involved.

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WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT PENRITH? Living so close to our beautiful waterways.

WHAT IS PENRITH’S BEST KEPT SECRET? The people. Penrith often gets a less than stellar wrap where people focus on the negative things that occur from time to time, but Penrith is full of a variety of warm and welcoming people from all walks of life. I am proud to be a part of that community.

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Police Commissioner says trial of controversial measure sends wrong message But Commissioner Fuller said he was “gravely concerned” about the message pill testing sends to young people.

“Pill testing provides a false confidence to an individual that the drug they want to take is safe. There is no such thing. All illegal substances carry the risk of harming, or ultimately killing, the user,” he said.

“These are some of the critical flaws in proposals to test pills at dance parties and music festivals, and as such, any such proposal will not be supported by me.”

NSW Opposition Leader Jodi McKay said Labor supported the limited trial of pill testing at festivals, labelling the Premier’s refusal to budge on the issue “out of date”.

“Gladys Berejiklian is burying her head in the sand when it comes to broaching the reality of drug use in Australia,” she said.

“It is deeply frustrating that the Premier refused to explore heartfelt and informed suggestions.”

Greens MP and Drug Law Reform and Harm Reduction spokesperson Cate Faehrmann said a trial should take place this summer.

“The Coroner couldn’t have been clearer in saying she is in no doubt whatsoever that there is evidence to support a pill testing trial. The ball is now in the Premier’s court if she is serious about saving lives this summer,” she said.

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SW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller has maintained his opposition to pill testing at music festivals despite a Coroner’s recommendations last week.

An inquest into the drug-related deaths of six people at music festivals, including the Defqon.1 event in Penrith, recommended a pill testing trial and said sniffer dogs at festivals should be scrapped.

The dramatic recommendations, which also include decriminalising personal drug use, have sent shockwaves through the State Government, which has remained strongly opposed to pill testing and has maintained a high anti-drug approach towards music festivals.

Defqon.1 was told it wasn’t welcome in the Penrith region after two people died at the festival in 2018. There had previously been deaths at the 2013 and 2015 festivals.

Deputy State Coroner Harriet Grahame said there was “compelling” evidence to support pill testing, saying it could prompt behavioural change.

She said drug detection dogs should be scrapped and strip searches limited to circumstances where there is a “reasonable suspicion”.

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What’s in a name? No more confusion thanks to change NICOLA BARTON he formal suburb name for the Central Precinct of the St Marys Release Area will change from Llandilo to Jordan Springs as of Friday, November 22.

Although known by locals as Jordan Springs East, the Central Precinct is technically located within Llandilo but will now officially change with the extension of Jordan Springs.

It’s been a long time coming for some but for Kristie Hille, having moved to the area only seven weeks ago, she will now have to change her address once again.

“Before it depended on who you spoke to as to what you called yourself because it’s like I’m in Jordan Springs, but it’s Jordan Springs East, and it’s technically Llandilo,” she said.

“I think it’s a good thing that it will finally clear it up for everyone, it’s just inconvenient that we couldn’t have known before.

There was about 20 services that we had to touch base with seven weeks ago and now we’ll have to do it again.

“We’re finding now it’s a lot about trying to prove that we’re living in the same place and it’s just the name that’s changing.”

The expansion includes the Central Precinct, surrounding areas of open space

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“The development of the Central Precinct is underway but new suburb arrangements were not settled prior to development commencing,” a Penrith Council spokesperson said.

“The current arrangement, with no road connecting Llandilo to the Central Precinct, is causing confusion for residents, visitors and the emergency and postal services. It is also affecting property valuations and insurance arrangements.

“These issues have triggered the need to consider new suburb naming arrangements.”

Under the Geographical Names Act 1966, the Geographical Names Board (GNB) is responsible for the name change.

The spokesperson said: “Many authorities will update your property or supply address after Council has notified them; however, they need to be contacted by you to update your mailing or billing address”.

Authorities such as Australia Post, Emergency Services and NBN will be notified

by GNB and Council.

Others such as childcare, health services, MyGov, Service NSW and family and friends will need to be notified.

Penrith Council has compiled a checklist for residents which can be found here: bit. ly/36FkJ3y.

Signage explaining the change has been erected. Photo: Megan Dunn

Strategies in place to deal with rubbish left near river ith warmer weather upon us, more and more couples and families are taking advantage of the beautiful picnic spots around the banks of the Nepean River.

But with an influx of visitors, birthdays and events, locals are reporting a significant increase of dumped rubbish.

From food and drink packaging to paper plates and empty cartons of beer, it appears some visitors are taking the silly season a bit too literally as they leave their waste behind.

A new anti-litter initiative by the Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) is targeting the huge quantities of food and drink containers and packaging left in such public spaces – costing western Sydney councils a whopping $14

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million annually. Strategies include growing awareness around community responsibility and ensuring adequate infrastructure, like the quantity and visibility of bins that are in place, particularly in high-use recreational areas.

Penrith is one of the participating councils in the program alongside Blacktown, Fairfield, Hawkesbury, Liverpool and Parramatta.

Following the campaign, councils will continue local implementation with enforcement activity at their site, including monitoring compliance and issuing infringement notices.

Emu Plains resident Nicole Lynch was appalled by the rubbish she witnessed when at the river with her family before cleaning it up herself.

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WSROC President Barry Calvert said he is confident that the initiative is capable of achieving real results.

“Each of the councils participating in the program is committed to realising better environmental outcomes for western Sydney,” he said.

“Public space is for everyone to share, and a $14 million annual clean-up bill is money that could be better spent on community infrastructure and services.”

Council Rangers from Penrith City Council can issue on-the-spot fines for littering, as it poses a threat to the environment and waterways.

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Story continued from » p. 1 While conditions have been cooler over the last couple of days, temperatures will rise to 35 degrees again today (Friday, November 15) and are forecast to hit 39 degrees on Tuesday.

The RSPCA is urging pet owners to be aware of the hot conditions, and have a plan in place during bushfire season.

“Having a plan in place for your pets is crucial to ensuring their safety during bushfire season,” said an RSPCA NSW spokesperson.

“Practice the plan to ensure any possible problems are eliminated. The aim is to reduce the danger, panic and stress of managing your pets in an emergency, like a sudden evacuation.”

On Tuesday, the Penrith Paceway opened its showground as an animal evacuation centre.

Meanwhile, NSW Health continues to warn local residents about the dangers of smoke and poor air quality.

Smoke can cause health problems, particularly for people with pre-existing lung and heart conditions like asthma, emphysema, angina or heart failure.

NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said staying informed this summer is critical.

“Stay up to date, stay informed, listen to local radio, monitor the RFS website, have that smart phone application and be ready to act in accordance with that bushfire survival plan or any instructions or directions that you’re given by authorities,” he said.

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Politicians’ tears are flowing in the wrong direction H ow sad is it that we’ll spend weeks in Parliament arguing about the mental health and protection of refugees, yet barely a word is uttered about the proper care of our returning war veterans.

One in 10 soldiers leaves the Defence Force only to wind up homeless.

Drug and alcohol abuse is commonplace.

Every week a young veteran takes their life.

These are Australia’s bravest. Their struggles and the pain their families face deserve far better treatment.

But we get tears flowing in Parliament for people who’ve done nothing for Australia and the ‘too hard basket’ for those prepared to give all.

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People should be shocked at how quickly this country “forgets its vets”.

It’s not through lack of money. It’s about priorities.

Like many things, a wealthy country like ours can afford it. It just comes down to what really matters.

Care of veterans does – as much as anything.

Spare us any more of the Parliament house tears and moralising.

Help those who help us.

Meanwhile, the issue of no more speed camera warning signs has created plenty of discussion, after 7NEWS revealed a plot by the government to pull them all down.

“Why are we warning people,” asked Transport Minister Andrew Constance.

Let me answer that simply … because it works.

The road safety experts advising the State Government seem to think that the only thing that will get people to stay under the limit is a hefty fine in the mail a week later.

If you’re a professor of road safety and you don’t think a sign saying “Speed Camera Ahead” actually has an impact, it’s time to get out more.

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“People tell me I’m so strong, but I’ve only done what any mum would do to support my son through a lived experience of a mental health issue,” says Judi of her son Brendan, 40, who had suffered an extended period of a misdiagnosed mental health issue.

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Magistrate fumes over St Clair man’s “appalling” behaviour

A St Clair man who caused tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage has been jailed for 10 months.

Callum Sutherland was sentenced to 10 months behind bars with a four month non-parole period last Thursday, after pleading guilty to damaging property and stealing and setting fire to his mate’s car.

Penrith Local Court heard Sutherland caused more than $25,000 worth of damage when he entered a construction site at Erskine Park on February 2 and proceeded to graffiti machinery before smashing windows and damaging the cabins and fuel tanks.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen was scathing of his behaviour, telling Sutherland’s solicitor he regarded it as “appalling”.

“He could have financially ruined some other family,” he fumed, noting the owner of the machinery “could have gone broke waiting for the insurance”.

“I have utter appalling contempt for people who do this type of thing,” he added.

On another occasion, Sutherland went to a Colyton address at the invitation of a friend, and when the man fell asleep in the early hours of the morning, stole his car. But the joy ride went horribly wrong when the Holden Commodore collided with the gutter, damaging the tyres and wheels.

Rather than return the vehicle and pay for the damage, Sutherland used a cigarette lighter to set the car alight before sending a confessional text to his friend.

“I’m so f**king sorry”, it read. “I burnt the car so you could get insurance but you can charge me if ya want.”

He said: “It’s a filthy thing to do. I was f**ked up and didn’t know what the f**k I was doing.”

His lawyer told the court Sutherland had little recollection of the offence and was willing to go to rehab to address his cocaine addiction, which he submitted was the “crux” of his offending.

Magistrate van Zuylen noted Sutherland had described his lifestyle at the time as “party mode”.

“Well there’s consequences isn’t there?” he retorted.

He said notwithstanding Sutherland was a person of prior good character, he considered the offences so serious they warranted full-time jail.

He is eligible for release on March 2, 2020.

Man who had scissors up his clacker gets court reprieve

A man who lodged scissors up his backside has been let off after a Magistrate found he posed more danger to himself than others.

Robert Edema was on parole when he became intoxicated and aggressive and allegedly lashed out at police prompting his arrest.

Later investigations found a small piece of toilet paper sticking out of his backside which went on to reveal a pair of redhandled scissors with a 10cm blade.

Edema told officers he had the scissors to cut up cannabis, Penrith Local Court heard last Thursday.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen noted he didn’t use them in any illegal way.

“The scissors were more of a danger to himself, bearing in mind where he had them stored,” he said.

He said he would have normally fined Edema, who pleaded guilty to carrying a cutting weapon, but noted he was in custody for allegedly assaulting police.

He was convicted with no further penalty.

Edema is due to face Penrith Local Court again for the assault matters on November 28.

Woman gets carried away with grand final celebrations

A woman who downed 16 vodka cruisers has pleaded guilty to drink driving after she was caught over the limit the next day.

The woman fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with mid-range drink driving.

The court heard the first time offender had gone to a house in Cranebrook to watch the grand final and had gotten carried away with the amount of drinks she had consumed.

She was nabbed by an RBT on The Northern Road the following morning and blew 0.095.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen noted the woman acknowledged she was disappointing in herself but was not persuaded to record a non-conviction, as her lawyer requested.

“The court must take into account you were still nearly double the limit at 9am the next morning,” he said.

“People routinely underestimate how long it takes alcohol to get out of [their] system.”

She was convicted, fined $300, disqualified for three months and ordered to fit an alcohol interlock device to her car for 12 months at the completion of her ban.

“That’s to ensure you drive when you’re completely sober,” Magistrate van Zuylen explained.

Magistrate warns jail is on the table for man breaching AVO

A man who continued to breach his AVO has been sentenced to a six-month community jail sentence.

The 21-year-old man was handed an Intensive Correction Order and must also undertake 60 hours of community service work after disregarding court orders not to contact his ex-partner.

His solicitor told Penrith Local Court last Thursday the man had a daughter with the person in need of protection and he was desperate to have a relationship with the child, citing this as the reason why he continued to reach out and flout the law.

He pointed out the man’s criminal history only began in November last year.

The court heard the man was on four good behaviour bonds for like matters

against the same victim at the time of the latest breaches.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen warned the offender the court would soon lose patience with him and send him into fulltime custody if he continued to re-offend.

“You must expect consequences,” he cautioned.

The court heard the fresh breaches did not involve any physical violence.

Man avoids conviction after family dispute turns violent

A man implicated in a nasty in-law dispute has dodged a criminal conviction.

Penrith Local Court heard an argument between the man and his sister-in-law broke out over the state of the house and escalated when the man became angry and tried to push the woman multiple times out the front door. The court was told the man was visiting from England to help out his brother on his farm.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen noted the low-level of violence and discharged the offender without conviction taking into account he planned to shortly return home.

Man given chance to get licence in New South Wales

A Fijian native has been given the chance to get a valid licence after he was busted driving illegally.

Ratu Mosese Volavola appeared before Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with driving while unlicenced.

Volavola, who pleaded guilty, admitted he had been driving with a Fijian licence.

“Well once you’ve been in NSW for three months, you have to get a NSW licence,” Magistrate Brian van Zuylen explained.

He told the offender he could fine him up to $2,200 and disqualify him but extended him a lifeline instead.

“The court will give you a chance to get your licence, a valid NSW licence,” he said.

“If you do that, the court will dismiss it,” he added.

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Penrith: Man arrested after police find knuckle dusters

A man has been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon in Penrith.

About 1am on Sunday, November 10 police observed the 28-year-old man from Emu Plains at the entrance of Panthers Leagues Club.

When his identification was requested the male became confrontational towards police. Police searched a bag he was carrying and located a set of gold coloured knuckle dusters. The man was arrested and taken to St Marys Police Station where he was charged with having a prohibited weapon without a permit and driving whilst disqualified.

He was due to front court yesterday.

South Penrith: Man robbed may have been set up

Police are appealing for witnesses regarding a robbery in South Penrith.

At 10.20pm on Sunday, November 10 a man drove to an address in South Penrith to meet a woman who he had been chatting to over social media but had never met in person.

While walking with the woman and her friend along Fragar Road the man was confronted by two unknown men.

The men of interest were wearing black hooded jumpers with t-shirts covering their faces and had a black metal baseball bat. They threatened the man before he tried to run from them. When they caught up with him, they threatened him again before stealing his mobile phone and car keys. The two men then fled on foot. Police believe the victim could have been lured to the area by the woman to be robbed. The two men have not yet been arrested.

Anyone who may have information is urged to contact Nepean Police or Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

St Clair: Man charged over attempted murder in 2015

A man has been charged over alleged

drug supply and the attempted murder of a man outside a home in St Clair in 2015.

Just before 8pm on Monday, September 7, 2015, a 49-year-old man was shot in the leg while he was standing in the driveway of a home on Shadlow Crescent, St Clair.

He was taken to Westmead Hospital to undergo surgery before being released.

As part of their investigation, Police executed a search warrant at a home on McKay Street, Dundas Valley, on Thursday, September 10, 2015. Police located and seized ammunition, clothing, fraudulent number plates, and chemicals.

Following extensive inquiries, Police arrested a 26-year-old man at a corrections facility at Cessnock about 9.30am on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.

He was taken to Newcastle Police Station and charged with ‘shoot at with intent to murder’, ‘discharge firearm etc intend cause grievous bodily harm’, and ‘supply prohibited drug (commercial quantity)’.

Werrington: Two men charged after damaging vehicles

Two men have been charged for damaging vehicles in Werrington.

About 11.50pm on Sunday, November 10 a 21-year-old man from Colyton and an 18-year-old man from Silverdale were seen smashing many parked vehicles.

The offences occurred in and around Armstein Crescent and Innes Place, Werrington.

Police were contacted and the two men fled into Werrington Lakes bushland.

They swapped clothing to avoid detection, but police located them.

They were arrested and taken to St Marys Police Station.

They were charged with seven counts of ‘malicious damage’.

Police believe more vehicles may have been damaged by the pair that have not yet been reported.

Both men were bailed to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, November 26.

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Tough pill to swallow A NSW Coroner has recommended that pill testing be introduced in the State as well as the decriminalisation of personal drug use and the discontinuation of the use of sniffer dogs at music festivals.

The recommendations have been met with staunch opposition by Premier Gladys Berejiklian who argues that pill testing and the de-criminalisation of personal drug use would instil a false sense of security in young Australians leading to an increase in the use of illicit drugs.

Pill testing advocates say that illicit drug use is inevitable and pill testing will operate as an “evidence-based harm reduction strategy” that will result in less drug related deaths.

Coroner Harriet Grahame found that the presence of police and drug detection dogs at music festivals is intimidating and results in “panic ingestion” and “dangerous pre-loading” which could increase the risk of illness or fatality.

By removing these measures, the theory is that instances of panic ingestion and pre-loading are likely to decrease resulting in a reduction in the amount of drug related deaths due to overdose.

Those in opposition to the Coroner’s recommendations say that the issue is being considered in a vacuum however, with the focus on reducing drug overdoses coming at the expense of things like the rights of law abiding, non-drug users to enter the public domain without fear or threat of being exposed to people who are under the influence of drugs.

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decriminalisation of personal drug use and/or the introduction of pill testing will lead to an increase in the use of illicit drugs, which is arguably at odds with what the majority of the community wants.

There is, however, evidence to support the proposition that pill testing is a legitimate harm minimisation measure for drug users. European countries like Portugal have reported a downturn in drug related deaths as a result of the introduction of pill testing and/or the decriminalisation of personal drug use with a focus on treating drug use as a public health issue, as opposed to a criminal justice issue.

Such results are not surprising though.

Obviously if people are able to test their drugs to ensure that they do not contain any deadly elements and they are not at any risk of criminal conviction then overdoses and drug deaths will go down. The same can be said of speeding though. If we scrapped speed limits in NSW the number of people charged with speeding offences would invariably decrease, but the risks to other road users from speeding vehicles would remain. Similarly, while pill testing might protect some drug users, it does nothing to combat the deadly illegal drug trade or protect non-drug users from drugrelated crime.

The impossible question to answer is should the rights of non-drug users be curtailed by the altruistic aim of protecting illegal drug users from themselves?

In this columnist’s view, the jury is out, and the debate is likely to take centre stage in coming years.

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WALK AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

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Join us for a morning river walk from River Road Reserve, Emu Plains to Tench Reserve, Nepean River, Penrith to show your support for ending domestic and family violence in our community.

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This event demonstrates Penrith City Council’s continuing commitment and support to raising awareness to help bring an end to domestic and family violence.

After the walk, stay for the free breakfast BBQ provided by the Outback Steakhouse and live music at Tench Reserve. Free shuttle bus back to Weir Reserve and River Road from 10.30am

Statistics show that, on average, one woman is killed every week by a current or former partner and that domestic and family violence is the principal cause of homelessness for women and their children. Ending violence against women and supporting safe families is everyone’s responsibility.

Don’t forget your sunscreen, hat, comfortable walking shoes and water bottle.

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Breathing easier: New plan to build air quality monitoring station at Cranebrook ALENA HIGGINS ocals living with chronic asthma or allergies may soon have access to better air quality data thanks to a new monitoring station.

The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE) has been working with Penrith City Council to establish a new air quality monitoring station at Grey Gums Oval, Cranebrook.

Council is currently seeking community feedback on the proposed location, and once constructed, the station will provide residents with accurate, real-time air quality data and information via the DPIE website.

Jenni Sylvester’s son, Braith, was diagnosed with chronic sinusitis about two years ago and requires daily nasal spray and steroids to get by. The Glenmore Park resident said this time of year is particularly difficult and anything from dust, grass, pollens, smoke and heavy pollution will “set him off”.

“I do monitor the quality of air, that being said, it is really hard with all the smoke and being spring,” she said.

“If I made him stay indoors, the poor kid would never go outside and live in a bubble.”

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Karen Parker Plunkett told the Weekender her respiratory issues have spiked since moving to Jordan Springs.

“Mine is from dust and pollens and the last year has been very dusty in Jordan Springs,” she said.

“It could be from building works, but the dust is a major issue,” she added, suggesting building sites could help by covering loose soil.

A DPIE spokesman said the new station will enhance monitoring in western Sydney and encouraged residents to sign up for air quality reports, forecasts and alerts.

“Penrith is a major, growing population centre and the establishment of an air quality monitoring station will give the people of that region, especially those with respiratory issues, access to near real-time air quality data that allows them to manage their activities accordingly,” he said.

According to the Environment Protection Authority, air quality in NSW is generally good by international standards and has been steadily improving, with geography and weather influencing the concentration and dispersal of air pollution.

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PENRITH 2026 PART FOUR OF A SIX PART SERIES Economic growth needs a solid base, and our City is definitely providing it PENRITH MAYOR ROSS FOWLER

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enrith’s $9.4 billon local economy* and its emerging reputation as a unique and adventure based tourist destination are shaping the City as a thriving urban hub.

People love Penrith, we know because once they move here, they tend to stay.

According to the Bureau of Statistics, Penrith has one of the state’s lowest departure rates.

Our industry is diverse, ranging from agriculture to tourism, manufacturing, the health sector, professional services, retail and education. We are a self-sufficient economic zone that offers local businesses a strong competitive advantage and is more than holding its own.

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Your Council is working hard to continue this trend by making sure that local growth means local jobs.

Jobs close to home don’t just make economic sense, they are a key element of a liveable city and a balanced lifestyle.

Think how life could change by not having to spend two hours commuting to work each day.

A possibility made easier, because every business sector is set to grow, creating even more opportunities.

Penrith Council is creating a city where, within 15 minutes of home, its residents will have a strong jobs base, open spaces for recreation and ways to unwind and enjoy good food and entertainment.

No wonder people want to stay here! * Source: economy.id.com.au/penrith

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he recent approval of three business parks and the announcement of a fourth will create thousands of closeto-home jobs, according to Penrith Council’s Economic Initiative Manager, Nathan Burbridge.

“Local business parks create the poten-

tial for people to just about walk to work,” Mr Burbridge said.

“The Oakdale West, Oakdale South, Orchard Hills, and Kemps Creek industrial estates represent a $3.5 billion investment and bring 7,800 additional jobs.* “In addition, once completed, Nepean

Business Park (pictured) is predicted to create an additional 18,450 jobs and add half a billion dollars to the local economy.* “By bringing with it a significant extension to the Great River Walk, it shows an increase in development does not necessarily mean a decrease in public space.

“At the moment, some 56.86 per cent of the City’s workers travel outside the area to work.

“A solid network of business parks will go a long way to reversing that trend.” * Source: Business development applications submitted to Council

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enrith is prepared for the future because it has a solid job base, and has a long history of commercial sustainability, says Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler OAM. “Our growth is not something that has happened in the last couple of years, it is the result of decades of hard work by countless businesses and a sound planning strategy by Penrith Council,” he said.

“Our $9.4 billion economy is made up of around 80,000 jobs locally, and has grown on average at 3.5 per cent per annum over the past five years.

“There are 14,332 businesses in Penrith, with nearly 10 per cent providing scientific, professional and technical services.”

Cr Fowler said the greater Penrith city has one of the most diverse economies of any council area.

“For example, the health, education and social assistance sector is a $769 million stand-alone economy that employs 12,500 people and this figure is growing,” he said.

“Then there is the Agribusiness sector, worth $172 million a year.

“Penrith’s egg industry is one of the largest in NSW; the meat

industry is worth $38 million a year and $18 million worth of fresh vegetables are grown annually.

“We also have a strong retail trade sector, the area’s second largest employer.

“Nearly 12 per cent of all jobs are in retail, well above the NSW figure of 9.7 per cent.”

Penrith also is a tourism destination in its own right, Cr Fowler said with pride.

“We are recognised as the ‘Adventure Capital of NSW’ and not only are visitor numbers increasing, but when they come here they are spending more,” he said.

“On top of all this, we have a vibrant arts, entertainment and cultural attraction economy which bolsters the tourism sector.

“Attractions such as the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and Penrith Regional Gallery are real culture magnets.

“Penrith Council wants the residents of 2026 to find themselves in a city that offers working, leisure and entertainment opportunities close to home.”

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enrith’s gross regional product is larger than many countries and is a major contributor to the western Sydney economy, according to Penrith Council General Manager Warwick Winn.

“With an 80,000-strong workforce, our economic turnover of around $7.8 billion is larger than many entire nations,” Mr Winn said.

“The statistics speak for themselves.”

Economic growth has averaged 2.8 per cent over the last four years. By comparison, the NSW growth rate is currently 2.6 per cent.* “Our location perfectly places us as a transport hub, and many companies move here to take advantage of this,” he said.

“Penrith’s regional role has supported the development of retail trade, manufacturing, service industries, financial and insurance services and health care.

“Being what I call the ‘destination economy’ is just as important.

“Penrith’s natural beauty and waterbased activities attracted more than 1.4 million visitors last year, according to Tourism Research Australia.” * Source: NSW Economic Summer Update

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Breaking ‘glass’ on facility Glass manufacturer O-I commences construction on massive Penrith warehouse NICOLA BARTON adence Property Group has broken ground on Sydney’s largest warehouse, with construction of the Penrith facility officially underway.

Situated on 128 Andrews Road, the site will be home to international glass manufacturer and distributor Owens-Illinois (O-I).

Over the past year the Melbourne-based developer has worked with O-I, designing and planning the 50,000 square metre warehouse and logistics facility.

With a construction timeframe of about 10 months, the project is set to deliver more local jobs for the growing region.

Cadence Managing Director Charlie Buxton, Penrith MP and Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney Stuart Ayres and Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler recently met with representatives from O-I and construction company Texco at the site for an official sod turning ceremony.

The facility will be built adjacent to O-I’s existing manufacturing plant, allowing its warehousing requirements to be brought onto the same site as its manufacturing operation.

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Tom Bull, Charlie Buxton, Denis Conway, Stuart Ayres, Ross Fowler and Mitchell Kent at the sod turn Melbourne’s lead where national and international companies were investing millions of dollars into purpose-built warehousing and logistics facilities to generate cost savings through consolidation and operational efficiencies.

“This is the first of what we expect to be many cutting-edge industrial warehousing projects in NSW,” he said.

“We’ve worked closely with O-I, the State Government and Penrith Council for more than 12 months on bringing this solution

to fruition and to reach this milestone is a testament to the hard work put in by all stakeholders.”

O-I has manufactured glass from its Penrith facility on an adjacent site for almost 50 years, employing approximately 250 people.

It currently produces more than four million glass bottles and jars a day to be distributed to breweries, wineries and food operators.

Mr Ayres said the new warehouse and

logistics facility reinforced the confidence businesses have in the western Sydney economy.

“Manufacturing glass in Penrith since 1971 and employing 250 people O-I Penrith is the largest glass container manufacturing plant in the country,” he said.

“It’s fantastic to see this expansion taking place.”

It’s estimated the facility will generate dozens of new jobs and require up to 500 construction workers and tradespeople.

Council looks at ways to revive struggling Queen St ALENA HIGGINS trategies to attract patrons to Queen Street after dark are being mooted in a bid to stimulate St Marys’ night time economy.

It comes after Penrith City Council contracted a consultancy firm to undertake an audit and study that provided insight into how the town centre functions after sunset.

Key findings highlighted a number of challenges, with safety perceptions proving difficult to shake.

While the study found the town centre has a range of strengths, including a dynamic takeaway food and beverage industry, foot traffic “starts to decline quite significantly” after 7pm, Council’s Place Manager Jeni Pollard said.

During a presentation to Councillors on Monday night, Ms Pollard said this safety stigma was “holding St Marys back”.

“It’s a perception issue as much as anything... and people talk it down and it spirals from there,” she said.

St Marys is poised for growth, with the North South Rail Link heralding the town centre as a place for significant residential development over the coming decade.

The audit, which was conducted on a Thursday, Friday and Saturday between 4pm and 10pm late last year, recognised the most appropriate location for a night-

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time activity cluster was towards the station end of the street.

Barriers to a strong night time economy included safety concerns due to back of shop car parking, early closing times, poor building aesthetics, the length of the street, anti-social behaviour and a lack of night time events.

The firm suggested Council support businesses to open longer and encourage empty shop fronts to be used as pop up art galleries, restaurants or music venues.

It also recommended Council simultaneously market the area as a night time precinct and boost passive and active security.

Offering greater diversity such as small bars, ice cream shops, more restaurants and outdoor dining were also listed, as was defining a night time activity space that is well lit and has infrastructure to support outdoor entertainment.

Curating a regular event, such as an eat street market to draw people into the town centre on weekends, was also floated.

Council will also investigate using a portion of the St Marys Town Centre Corporation’s $600,000 surplus to activate some of the key opportunities, which are expected to be delivered in the next two to four years.

What would you like to see at St Marys? Tell us your thoughts by emailing news@westernweekender.com.au.

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New dining options set to form part of upgrade to Nepean Village shopping centre as the installation of lush green planter boxes and fixed furniture to create public seating areas. The children’s play area is proposed to be built between Gloria Jeans and Percy Plunkett and will be a welcome addition for young families.

In addition to the outdoor improvements, plans accompanying the DA reveal a proposed wine bar for the vacant heritage listed building most recently occupied

by Mortgage Choice.

According to a heritage impact statement lodged with the DA, the proposed works are supported from a heritage perspective with no adverse impacts on the villa housing Percy Plunkett or the neighbouring Victoria House, which are both thought to have been built between 1886 and 1890.

The spokeswoman said she was unable to announce exactly which food and beverage operator will occupy the proposed new dining space at Victoria House, with the DA also seeking a change of use to a licenced food and drink premises.

The subject area forms part of the bustling Nepean Village Shopping Centre, which borders Station, Woodriff and Reserve streets, Penrith and includes Coles and Kmart along with a host of other specialty stores. No firm timelines are in place for the proposed changes, which remain subject to Council approval.

ALENA HIGGINS epean Village is set to be transformed, with a dynamic outdoor dining precinct slated for the Station Street portion of the site.

The proposed precinct would include Nepean Village’s existing dining establishments, Percy Plunkett, Gloria Jeans, Nandos and two new dining operators, owner Vicinity Centres confirmed.

Leveraging off the heritage character of the site, the proposed project will focus on the areas between the four freestanding brick buildings, with extensive licenced outdoor seating and a new children’s playground featuring as part of the upgrade.

“Our vision for Nepean Village is to create a new all-day outdoor dining precinct that will complement and diversify Nepean Village’s existing dining offer giving visitors more choice during the day and night,” a Vicinity Centres spokeswoman said.

Vicinity Centres lodged the development application (DA) for the $700,000 redevelopment with Penrith City Council earlier this month.

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Youth want to be heard Report finds offenders in juvenile justice system want to get lives back on track EMILY FESZCZUK ver 60 young men from Cobham Juvenile Justice Centre in Werrington were heard as part of a new report into the juvenile justice system.

The NSW Advocate for Children and Young People (ACYP) wanted to see what was working and what wasn’t with youth crime.

Andrew Johnson, who wrote the report, consulted with 260 children and young people aged 11 to 21 from centres in NSW over the past four years. He told the Weekender that people would be surprised with the commonsense answers they had.

“It was a privilege to sit down and talk to so many young people and so many came up with commonsense measures such as calling for life skills and more programs at night and on weekends to keep them out of trouble,” Mr Johnson said.

“When you meet them, they are pretty ordinary except they have had to respond to extraordinary circumstances like mental health issues, violence or being homeless and they just want to use their time in detention constructively to get their lives back on track.”

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“One of the things the ACYP has been calling for is a review in the suspension policy at schools and we are very happy to see the Department of Education is doing that as we found the story often begins from kids being suspended at school,” Mr Johnson said.

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Those who attended the St Marys Flexible Learning Centre reported better learning models with less pressure.

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“The young people found school was working well inside detention centres but wanted less lockdowns and more structured programs,” he said.

“Things are going right with juvenile justice as numbers going into centres are falling but we need to see more youthfriendly environments.”

Tuesday, December 3 marks International Day of People with Disability, a day to think, talk about, and acknowledge people with disability.

Council is celebrating with a free fun community event at the Mondo greenspace (between The Joan and Westfield) between 9.30am and 12.30pm.

This is a great free event for everyone with a variety of enjoyable activities designed to be easily accessed, regardless of skill level.

It’s a day packed with entertainment, hands-on workshops, dancing, cake decorating, a footy toss and plenty more.

The event is one of the many ways Council supports disability services in the community.

Our Library runs one of the only toy libraries within NSW with switch-adapted toys that are specifically designed for children with disability or development delay.

This service is a great opportunity for children to interact with a variety of toys that can benefit their development and provide a fun learning opportunity.

Council also convenes the monthly Penrith Community Care Forum, an interagency meeting for aged and disability service providers in the Penrith region, with the objective of providing opportunities for them to network and receive training and sector updates.

International Day of People with Disability celebrates the achievements and contributions of people with disability, and how this enriches our community and culture. It also aims to break down the barriers and celebrate abilities of all kinds.

With one in five Australians living with disability, this is an important issue that affects a significant number of people in our community.

Council’s event is free and open to all, and promises to be a great day out. The event is accessible, however if you have any specific needs, please contact our Disability Inclusion Officer on 4732 8081.

I encourage everyone to come along.

For more details about the event, please visit penrith.city/events.

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Buy a Big Mac and raise funds for families in need at McHappy Day on Saturday cDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stores across the local area are gearing up for their biggest day of the year, with McHappy Day being held this Saturday, November 16.

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As the largest annual fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Australia nationally, McHappy Day is instrumental in raising funds for the charity, which helps keep families together while their seriously ill child undergoes treatment. Since its inception in Australia in 1991, McHappy Day has raised more than $46 million for RMHC. â&#x20AC;&#x153;With more families turning to us for support than ever before, it means that the funds raised from McHappy Day are instrumental in ensuring we can continue to offer the services we do,â&#x20AC;? said RMHC CEO Barbara Ryan.

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Crew members from Glenmore Park McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s are preparing for McHappy Day on Saturday. Photo: Megan Dunn You can also pick up a pair of $5 Silly Socks or a Helping Hand for $2, $10 or $50 at your local store, or contribute in the other fundraising efforts that will be underway at the restaurants.

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including Ronald McDonald Houses, Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, the Ronald McDonald Learning Program and the Ronald McDonald Family Retreats.

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of three new Ronald McDonald Houses at Westmead, Perth and North Fitzroy over the last two years, as well as the opening of four new Ronald McDonald Family Rooms in Wagga Wagga, Townsville, Newcastle and Perth, and a Retreat in Busselton.

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Studying STEM subjects vital to securing jobs of the future

Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh speaking with students at Penrith South Public School TEM is the future for our local kids, says Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh.

Visiting Penrith South Public School for the CSIRO’s Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) in Schools event, she said it’s important to encourage local kids to be interested in these subjects to prepare them for the jobs of the future.

“With over 300 schools taking part in the CSIRO STEM in Schools week, I am proud that Penrith South were able to showcase their talent and discuss how we can encourage our kids to pursue STEM in school,” Ms McIntosh said.

“The response from students was exceptional. We discussed studying STEM-related subjects and preparing for

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The current STEM curriculum is facilitated by Australia’s national science agency, CSIRO, which is working towards making such subjects more appealing to students.

Industry professionals will be invited into the classroom to share their work and their stories with students to discuss the important role that scientists have in addressing global challenges.

Ms McIntosh said she looks forward to working with local schools as part of the Lindsay Jobs of the Future Forum, with plans to host some of Australia’s leading scientists early next year.

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Dyslexia is often forgotten and misunderstood, but education is vitally important EMILY FESZCZUK heryl Wedge is encouraging others to think outside of the box when it comes to dealing with Dyslexia.

The Glenmore Park mum is part of the Code REaD Committee at Regentville Public School to raise awareness for the learning difficulty.

Ms Wedge’s nine-year-old son, Will, is one of the one in five people in Australia who has some degree of Dyslexia.

“When he was younger, we kind of knew something was a little bit off such as learning the alphabet so we did some investigations,” Ms Wedge said.

“When he started Kindergarten though, his teacher noticed a few issues in the classroom, and we were directed towards the Australian Dyslexia Association to begin a formal diagnosis.”

With early intervention and lots of resources Will receives the support that is needed to help him have a successful learning experience, but Ms Wedge said there is a lack of awareness.

“There is a real blackhole with a lot of people struggling with it their whole life, but things can be put in place to lessen the struggle,” she said.

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Sheryl Wedge and her son Will are spreading the word about Dyslexia. Photo: Megan Dunn doesn’t really support it but believes it’s an education department issue yet there isn’t enough knowledge about it.”

Joining forces with teacher Natalie Bland they started the committee at Regentville to spread more information.

“Ms Bland is a teacher but also a parent of children with Dyslexia so she has a lot of knowledge which we can pass on to

parents and teachers,” Ms Wedge said.

“We have different red-themed events for the kids to celebrate Code ReAD and the Light it Red initiative which helps shine a light on Dyslexia in the community.”

Ms Wedge hopes one day students with Dyslexia will be fully supported.

“I’ve quietly made it my mission to speak about it constantly, so people are

aware, and kids aren’t getting lost in the classroom,” she said. “ If a person has Dyslexia it doesn’t mean they have a low IQ they just have a very different thought process to us and are usually very creative and out of the box thinkers, but they just need assistance.”

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Cancer survivor’s promise to help EMILY FESZCZUK hris Planer’s life changed forever when he was diagnosed with a face tumour at the age of 25, and now he’s determined to help others going through a similar fight.

The now 40-year-old cancer survivor has signed up as a member of the Penrith Relay For Life committee.

Mr Planer told the Weekender he thought he was “invincible” when he was younger and ignored the warning signs that pointed towards his eventual diagnosis.

“I had frequent headaches and symptoms but put them off until I was diagnosed with Squamous Cell Carcinoma in my nasal cavity and sinus area,” Mr Planer said.

“I had to have a 17-hour operation plus chemotherapy and radiotherapy to remove it which, at the time, I didn’t really know the magnitude of until I went through it all.”

With his appearance altered as a result, Mr Planer struggled to get back into his normal lifestyle.

“It left me disfigured and dealing with that at such a young age and how I would be perceived was difficult to handle at the

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time with the social and emotional side,” Mr Planer said.

“I began drinking more and became addicted to taking prescription tablets which was hell for a few years then finally got sober six years ago and started working for a not-for-profit focusing on health and wellbeing.”

Finally in a good place in his life, Mr Planer has made it his mission to help others and decided to volunteer for Relay For Life and became a Cancer Council ambassador.

“I’m at that point in my life where I am re-assessing where I can focus my energies to help other people and with the experience of both drug addiction and a previous battle with cancer, I feel I’ve got a lot of opportunity to give back to others,” Mr Planer said.

“I want people to see me and feel like they can talk to me to seek support and know others who have been through similar situations can have some empathy and understanding, whether it is their battle or a loved one’s.”

The next Penrith Relay For Life will be held next year on Saturday, May 2.

If you’d like to join a committee or register a team, visit cancercouncil.org. au/penrithrelay.

Chris Planer has joined the committee at Penrith Relay For Life. Photo: Megan Dunn

Art and Environment

Art Meets Science

You are invited to join artist Dr Leo Robba and water scientist Dr Ian Wright to this free community event as part of the Painted River Project at the Penrith Campus.

Explore our shared connection to place and learn how art and science together can enable us to reimagine a healthy future for our environment. Paint your vision for a new, more sustainable future for our waterways and the local Cumberland Plain Woodland.

The Painted River Project For more information and to register: http://bit.ly/paintedriver *Children welcome and all materials and lunch provided.

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Walking together can solve issues NICOLA BARTON enrith resident Louise Evans’ battle with depression almost broke her, but now 25 years on she is doing whatever she can to help others turn their lives into a positive, just like she did.

With her husband working long hours and away from home, Ms Evans began to feel the world weigh down on her as she looked after her child and stepchild who has serious behavioural problems and a brain injury.

“I remember driving my car up and down the road with the kids in the back, planning on killing myself and one day it occurred to me that it wasn’t just me in the car, that’s how sick I was because it wasn’t even computing at the time,” Ms Evans said.

After that she was admitted to hospital, where she underwent her journey to recovery.

Having a background in psychology prior to having her children, she decided to return to work as a counsellor at Lifeline.

Beginning as a volunteer, her career soon took off as she moved up the ranks, remaining with the organisation for over six years.

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Louise Evans has launched a mobile counselling service. Photo: Megan Dunn

In February this year she decided to open up her own practice, Walk Together Counselling.

“One thing that helped me with my depression was to go for walks, there are physical reasons why we should walk but also mental and that’s why my business is a bit different and based around that,” Ms Evans said.

With the scourge of mental illness weighing down on many people within the community, popularity for initiatives like the Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk has exploded.

Ms Evans now offers one-on-one counselling sessions, whilst she walks with her clients around the Nepean River or at another local location of their choice.

“If you’re feeling stuck and depressed and closed in by life, having that perspective of being out in the greater world gives you a broader perspective on life as well,” she said.

“I think that if there were services like this back when I was struggling I wouldn’t have ever suffered the way I did and that’s why I do it. There’s a hero in every client I work with, it’s just my job to help them uncover that and realise it for themselves.”

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Three Year 6 children recognised for their compassion, integrity and kindness EMILY FESZCZUK hree local Year 6 students have been recognised for their compassion, integrity and kindness through a national initiative.

Cooper Humphreys of Penrith Public School, Mia Kuster of Our Lady of the Way Primary and Zoe Suthers of Mamre Anglican School received a Fred Hollows Humanity Award.

Founding Director of The Fred Hollows Foundation, Gabi Hollows, presented 85 students from across the state with their certificates at a ceremony at The University of Technology Sydney, for following in Mr Hollows’ footsteps by demonstrating humanitarian values towards others.

“Fred would have been incredibly proud of the contribution these students are making to society and of The Foundation for recognising and encouraging them to help others,” Ms Hollows said.

“To all of this year’s Humanity Award recipients and to the 2019 NSW Junior Ambassador to The Foundation, I offer my warmest congratulations and my heartfelt thanks.”

Cooper’s teacher, Nicole Craig, said he was nominated for the award because of his nature.

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Caring students honoured

Mia Kuster, Gabi Hollows, Cooper Humphreys and Zoe Suthers “Cooper is kind and patient and has a genuine desire to see people shine,” she said.

“If someone is upset or injured, he is the first to be by their side and he listens with gentleness, patience and care.”

Partner Specsavers also donated $5,000 to be allocated to one of The Foundation’s programs to end avoidable blindness.

Specsavers Penrith Westfield Retail Director, Erin Swain, said they want to celebrate compassionate children.

“Since 2012, The Fred Hollows Humanity Award has recognised more than 1,000 students who follow in Fred’s footsteps by making a positive difference in the lives of others,” she said.

“As locals here, we know there are so

many children in Penrith who live selflessly and have so much compassion and kindness for others. We want to celebrate them and encourage them to keep doing the amazing work they are doing.”

The Fred Hollows Humanity Award will return to NSW in 2020.

To learn more about the award, visit www.hollows.org/humanityaward.

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SNIPS AND SNAPS !

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Raging Waters Sydney has launched its brand new waterslide.

The first of its kind in the world, Whirlwind is a thrilling mix of physical and visual sensations that build and set pulses racing.

Whirlwind begins with a plunge through a darkened enclosed tunnel that quickly opens up into an open downward curve. Riders will travel high around the spiral as the curve drops them 2.5 metres at speeds of up to 25km/h – and that’s just the beginning!

The slide is open now! See www. ragingwaterssydney.com.au for more.

9 TO 5 CAST CONFIRMED FOR PREMIERE Caroline O’Connor, Marina Prior, Samantha Dodemaide and Erin Clare have been entrusted with the much-loved lead roles in Dolly Parton’s ‘9 to 5 The Musical’.

Direct from London’s West End, the hilarious smash-hit musical will have its Australian premiere at the Sydney Lyric Theatre in April 2020.

The Australian premiere has been secured for Sydney by Destination NSW.

WISHING TREE LAUNCHED

CAFE CLOSED Thor’s Cafe, which opened on High Street in Penrith two years ago, closed its doors last weekend.

The pet friendly cafe’s menu included “pupperacinos” and a variety of specialised doggie treats for the fourlegged customers.

Despite being loved by plenty of locals, a variety of factors resulted in the decision to close the eatery last weekend.

Vintage FM’s Wayne Willmington, who was the cafe’s first customer two years ago, also made sure he was the last customer on Saturday.

In other dining news, Penrith’s popular Happy Inn restaurant has re-opened after renovations this week.

“We’re not just here today and tomorrow, but for weeks and months and possibly years ahead”

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Kmart this week officially launched its annual Wishing Tree Appeal, together with The Salvation Army.

Now in its 32nd year, the Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal is Australia’s largest and longest-running Christmas gift Appeal and has raised more than eight million gifts for people doing it tough.

With just over three million people living below the poverty line, this year the Appeal invites

the community to come together and contribute just $1 to their shopping trip. If every customer contributes a single dollar, collectively this can make a significant difference to those in need and help lift the financial burden during Christmas and beyond.

“Last Christmas we had over five million people per week visiting our stores.

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generous community – if every person visiting us during Christmas gives a small amount such as $1, together, we can make a remarkable impact,” said John Gualtieri, Kmart Director of Retail.

Gift contributions will be accepted in Kmart stores until Christmas Eve and financial contributions until January 31.

Make sure you contribute when visiting Kmart this festive season.

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eBay has revealed its top toys and trends for Christmas 2019.

Based on Australian shopper trends and research, eBay’s toy experts have handpicked the most-wanted toys.

This year’s hottest toy is expected to be the Owleez, the first ever interactive pet that you can teach to fly. Other top toys include the ZURU Pets Alive Boppi The Booty Shakin’ Llama, Artie 3000 The Coding Robot and LEGO sets inspired by ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Frozen’.

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“We’re seeing three key trends emerge – driven by kids moving away from screens,” said eBay Australia’s Sophie Onikul.

“The classics we all remember from our childhood such as building toys, books and board games are enjoying a resurgence, while we’ve seen a huge shift towards soft skill development with smarter interactive

toys that require nurturing and patience to unlock the fun.

“We’re also seeing a focus on science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) toys.”

Research shows that parents are anticipated to spend about $200 per child on Christmas gifts this year.

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OUR JESS SEEKS ANSWERS Penrith’s paddling superstar Jessica Fox popped up on popular Channel 10 show ‘Have You Been Paying Attention?’ this week.

Fox, who recently confirmed her spot on Australia’s 2020 Olympic team, joined host Tom Gleisner to ask questions of the panel of news watchers.

If you missed the show on Monday night, catch up via 10Play.

Representatives of all three levels of government are urging local residents to ‘shop local’ this Christmas and give independent businesses the boost they need.

State Penrith MP Stuart Ayres, Federal Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh and Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler met in the Penrith CBD on Monday morning to call on locals to shop close to home over the festive season.

The ‘Shop and Dine Local’ campaign is being spearheaded by the Penrith CBD Corporation.

“Local retail and the small business economy is so important to support, to give all the small businesses a boost during such a busy shopping period helps keep our economy growing for the future,” said Penrith CBD Corporation CEO, Gai Hawthorn.

While the big shopping centres and online retail outlets will get plenty of support this festive season, Ms Hawthorn is hoping locals rediscover some of the amazing stores that line Penrith’s streets.

“Take a walk down High Street and through the Penrith CBD and you’ll be surprised at what you find,” she said.

A Community Christmas Tree Lighting will be held at Memory Park on Friday, November 29 from 5pm-10pm.

Zone celebrates International Day of People with Disability EMILY FESZCZUK or the sixth consecutive year, Zone Bowling will bowl people over with a great deal to celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).

The family entertainment venue is offering a free game of bowling for persons with a disability and their carers on Tuesday, December 3.

Kane Fong, General Manager of Timezone & Zone Bowling ANZ, said they are proud to take part in the international celebration.

“Ten pin bowling is a fun, any-weather activity that people of all ages and abilities can enjoy,” he said.

“We encourage people, whatever their disability, experience, or ability, to have a fun game, socialise with other players, and even join a bowling league. It’s a great way to get out and make new friends.”

IDPwD is a United Nations sanctioned day that aims to increase public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability and celebrate their achievements and contributions, ensuring inclusiveness and equality.

54-year-old Robert Hicks and his carer Raymond Allen enjoy bowling and will be taking part.

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While many Christmas Tree farms won’t operate this year due to drought conditions, the Emu Plains Lions Club has confirmed they’ll still be selling real trees on Saturday, December 14.

The trees are sourced from Oberon where the grower advises they are not affected by drought or water restrictions.

Lions have had to marginally increase their selling price to $40 per tree, commensurate with the supplier’s increase.

“Selling prices have remained unchanged for the last three years, and it is only a modest increase this year in line with the supplier’s increase,” said Lions Coordinator John Choma.

The trees will be on sale at the Lions Park in Emu Plains from early on Saturday, December 14.

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Raymond Allen and Robert Hicks prepare to bowl. Photo: Megan Dunn last two years and I enjoy the sport which helps keep me fit plus Zone welcomes people with disabilities all year round,” Mr Hicks said.

“It will be good to celebrate the International Day of People with Disability at Zone and try out different games while meeting new people.”

Zone Bowling offer every-day

discounted bowling to all people with a disability and a free game of bowling to accompanying carers with a Companion Card. All Zone Bowling venues are wheelchair-accessible and wheelchair-friendly and have disabled parking spaces.

For more information or to book, call 1300 368 067 or visit www.zonebowling. com.

Penrith will once again demonstrate its continuing commitment to ending domestic and family violence in our community with a Walk Against Domestic Violence on Sunday, November 24.

“Community safety is one of Council’s top priorities and with the event growing each year, it shows how serious Penrith is about bringing an end to domestic and family violence in our community,” Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler said.

This year’s event will start from the reserve on the eastern side of River Road, Emu Plains, opposite Regatta Park at 9am.

It will finish at Tench Reserve approximately 45 minutes later.

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An exchange of cultures Penrith students have the opportunity of a lifetime to travel to Japan in 2020 EMILY FESZCZUK or more than 30 years Penrith students have been travelling to Japan as part of an exchange program, and the concept continues to go from strength to strength.

Organised by Penrith City Council and the Penrith International Friendship Committee, it gives local high school students the opportunity of a lifetime to experience Japanese culture.

Julie Sutton is one of the 257 students who have participated. She travelled in 1991 and the former Cambridge Park High student said it was an excellent experience even without the modern technology of today.

“I lived with a family in Fujieda for three weeks where I went to school, went to the Sony factory where they made CDs and was taken to different organisations, and had lunches with dignitaries dressed in a Kimono with my hair done,” she said.

“I couldn’t speak any Japanese and there was no Internet or iPhones like today, but my host sister knew a little English and I picked up the key words that were important to say like thank you. We just had a lot of fun with it and were always laughing.”

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Trolley crackdown needed to restore community pride I was so happy to read the article in this week’s Western Weekender regarding the “curse” of the abandoned shopping trolleys (Cracking down on trolleys, Weekender November 8). This is occurring on an ever increasing level. People who are doing this have a total disregard for the environment and the rest of the community who show respect for the beautiful suburbs and nature parks in and around Penrith. Unfortunately the retailers are aiding and abetting this disgraceful behaviour and should install locking devices or tokens to release trolleys. Even then some lazy individuals will dump the trolley. Until retailers come up with a solution they should definitely be fined substantially. It’s costing council, residents and the environment enormously to stand back and do nothing.

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experience when she took part in the program in 2016 when she was a student at McCarthy Catholic College.

“Council ensured that you were prepared by giving you a cultural lesson and booklets to really ensure that you knew what you were getting into and how to respectfully behave,” Ms Anshaw said.

“Google translate was practically my best friend. It allowed me to start conversations, even if they didn’t make sense, it still was a conversation starter.”

Both women are still in contact with their host families and would recommend engaging in the experience to explore a unique culture.

“As a 16-year-old it was like nothing I had experienced before, and I would hands down recommend it,” Ms Anshaw said.

“It’s opened a lot of avenues and allowed me to get jobs in the future. It’s a pretty cool feeling that I was able to go to another country and it makes a pretty interesting conversation starter especially with strangers.”

Students aged 15 to 19, living or studying in the Penrith area are invited to join the program.

Applications open February 2020. For more information visit www.penrithcity. nsw.gov.au/council/friendships-partnerships/student-exchange-program.

The article in the Western Weekender highlights a problem that councils face in western Sydney, what to do about abandoned shopping trolleys? They have no power to fine the retailers and catching shoppers in the act of abandoning shopping trolleys in public areas is not practical. Councils need the right to fine

retailers – particularly the big ones like Woolies and Coles for not taking ownership of the problem. Right now shoppers are too lazy to return them. They are an eyesore and public hazard.

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Fine the retailers until they get the message I certainly agree that retailers should be fined as they are doing nothing to assist with the trolley situation. It downgrades the community. State rail could also do something to prevent trolleys being pushed into their passenger lifts, this would prevent people taking trolleys from Westfield to Thornton estate where they are left because nobody takes them back.

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Higher power’s warning With snow in one state and bushfires in other states, floods in the UK and wildfires in the USA and with everyone being experts, climate activists must realise that no one can control the weather or make it rain. Does anyone else feel these weather events are a warning from a higher power, we can do all we can to try to stop pollution but nobody will or can make it rain. Time to pray?

N PAUL, VIA EMAIL

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For more information, see our public notices section.

Western Sydney Airport determined to give back to surrounding environment estern Sydney Airport is calling for volunteers to roll up their sleeves and help breathe new life into bushland areas across Penrith.

Western Sydney Airport Chief Executive Officer Graham Millett said the project has partnered with Conservation Volunteers Australia and Penrith City Council to identify and protect key areas in need of environmental rehabilitation and conservation across the region.

“These are bushland areas in our local community that are home to many native plants and animals, that have been taken over by invasive weeds and we’re encouraging members of the community to join us in rolling up our sleeves to restore them,” he said.

“We’re partnering with Conservation Volunteers Australia to restore these significant wildlife areas of Wallacia and we look forward to working side by side with our local community volunteers and our employees to help conserve these important ecological communities.

“We are building an airport for western Sydney’s future and a big part of that is being a good neighbour, understanding the local impacts and giving back to our local community and importantly our environment in a really positive way.

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Volunteers are helping remove weeds and undertake regeneration work in communities surrounding Western Sydney Airport 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.”

Conservation Volunteers Australia Sydney Regional Coordinator David Jones said the partnership with Western Sydney Airport was an exciting opportunity.

“Western Sydney contains multiple

Threatened Ecological Communities that are in desperate need of restoration, mainly due to the spread of invasive weeds and centuries of urbanisation, which has reduced habitat connectivity and put pressure on threatened species,” Mr Jones said.

“This partnership will provide a valuable opportunity to engage locals in the ecological and social values of the Cumberland

Plains and help in its long-term restoration and protection.”

Volunteers are needed for two upcoming projects at Crossman Reserve, Wallacia, on November 29 and Fowler Reserve, Wallacia, on December 11, from 9am to 2pm.

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artin Barre, the legendary rock guitarist for Jethro Tull, is coming to the Blue Mountains as a part of his first Australian solo tour.

He told the Weekender his ‘Celebration of 50 Years of Jethro Tull’ show will be a treat for fans as his band brings new life to the classics.

“It’s going to be an exciting set encompassing my 50 years with Tull,” he said.

“We will be bringing a new format of the show to fans showcasing the history

of Jethro Tull and taking them on that incredible journey I had with the band.”

One of the most respected guitarists on the planet, Martin has sold a staggering 60 million albums worldwide. Working with superstars from Paul McCartney to Phil Collins and Led Zeppelin, he said he still makes sure to live a grounded life.

“I have so many memories. I have started writing a book and I talk about things like being friends with Jimi Hendrix but to me that’s normal,” Martin said.

“I’ve had a career in a fantastic era and met some really cool people and I’ve made sure to enjoy life but not get too crazy, look after myself and put my music and family above anything else.”

Martin said that his career is still going strong and he loves spreading his music with younger musicians.

“The young guys I work with in my band are amazing and are learning my music.

It’s very old but when you look at their faces, they are so happy to be playing it and that’s a wonderful feeling,” Martin said.

“I can’t explain what music does to me, it brings me alive and I don’t think I can live without it. I’ve had a fantastic career and it isn’t ending but, in some way, beginning again with a new degree of control.”

He said he hopes to share this new chapter of his career in his sets sharing

his iconic sound with both new and old audiences.

“Of course, fans will like it, but I want any person to come to the gig and come away with a big smile as we bring a lot of passion and fun on stage,” Martin said.

“Music really is for everybody and I make sure of that. I want to entertain everybody as there are no barriers in music and I try to break down any that might exist.”

Martin Barre will be at the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub on Friday, November 22 at 8pm. Tickets are from $79.90. To book or for more information, call 4723 5050 or visit www. bluemountainstheatreandhub.com.au.

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Crafted from a series of interviews with young residents from the Canterbury and Bankstown area who have all experienced homelessness, ‘To Be Honest’ is a collection of unique, true stories. Stories of cultural displacement, racism, domestic violence and cycles of crime but ultimately stories of hope that tomorrow can be a better day.

A homeless young woman stinks of Maccas fries as she tries to sleep in her

car in the middle of the day. A boy gets sold by his mother for five thousand dollars. A man on bail tries to get his life back on track. A sister and her brother fight to keep each other in their lives.

Together with heartfelt storytelling, it features astounding original rap and songs performed with a live band. This is a show jam-packed with spirit, warmth and culture told with a distinctly western Sydney flavour.

‘To Be Honest’ will be on at Riverside Theatre in Parramatta on Friday, November 22 at 7.45pm and Saturday, November 23 at 2.15pm and 7.45pm.

Tickets are from $34. To book or for more information call 8839 3399 or visit www.riversideparramatta.com. au.

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The Dusty and The Divas show is more than a tribute, it’s filled with awesome songs, great laughs and a visual treat all rolled into one.

Tickets always sell out quick, so make sure to get your tickets soon to not miss out on this fabulous show that will have audiences at The Joan heading down memory lane.

Dusty and The Divas will be on at The Joan in Penrith on Wednesday, November 27 at 11am. Tickets are $20 and include Devonshire Tea. To book or for more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www.thejoan.com.au.

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Starring Sharon and Jessica Rowntree and the Greg Hooper Trio, Dusty and The Divas is a must-see show.

Sharon and Jessica Rowntree have pooled their vocal talents to take you down memory lane with the iconic songs of Cilla Black, Patsy Cline, Karen Carpenter, Dolly Parton, Connie Francis and more.

Who can forget the classics of that era like ‘I Only Want To Be With You’, ‘Shout’, ‘Downtown’ and ‘Mr Postman’, along with ‘9 to 5’, ‘Jolene’, ‘Son of a

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Sharon delivers the Streisand hits with heartfelt sincerity and takes the audience on a journey that all fans will relate to, from the early hits and movies including ‘Funny Girl’ and ‘Woman In Love’ through to the ‘70s era and beyond.

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Johnny channels Martin at his relaxed best crooning his way through his biggest hits including ‘Everybody Loves Somebody,’ ‘That’s Amore’ and ‘Memories Are Made Of This’.

Boasting the music, the hits, the comedy and the memories, it is an incredible nostalgic experience not to be missed.

‘The Way We Were’ will be on at The EVAN Theatre in Penrith on Saturday, December 7 at 8pm. Tickets are from $44.60. To book or for more information, call 1800 PANTHERS or visit penrithpanthers.com.au.

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Friday, November 22 Us Too – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Oz Icons – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Martin Barre of Jethro Tull – Blue Mountains Theatre & Hub $79.90, 8pm 4723 5050 Retrospective – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Juke Box Jive – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 M7 Band – Workers Sports Free entry, 7.30pm 8822 2444 Musical Bingo – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 7pm 4721 5764 Akmal Blacktown Workers, 9830 0600 Friday, November 22, 8pm, $44

Sunday, November 17 Tomkins Honky Tonk Band Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Kafekool Duo – Workers Sports Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Londonderry Market Day – Londonderry Park Free entry, 9am Colyton Market – Colyton Hotel Free entry, 10am 1300 385 838 Westies Market – Nepean CAPA High School Free entry, 9am

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Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466

Thurs, Fri, Mon: 10:30AM, 12:50PM, 3:40PM, 6:30PM, 9:10PM. Sat, Sun: 10:10AM, 12:40PM, 3:40PM, 6:20PM, 8:50PM. Tues, Wed: 10:30AM, 12:50PM, 3:50PM, 6:30PM, 9:10PM.

Am2Pm – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 70s Unplugged – Penrith Panthers Free for members, 3pm 1800 061 991 Geoff Power – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Soundproofed – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 The Shuffle Boys – St Marys RSL Free entry, 8pm 9623 6555 Bad Eighties – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Rock City Saints – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Robertson Brothers 1960s Variety Show Blue Mountains Theatre & Hub, 4723 5050 Saturday, November 23, 2pm, From $34.95

The Headliners – Workers Sports Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Chris Drummond Duo – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002

Sunday, November 24 Blackwater – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 5pm 4722 8180 Dwayne Elix – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Tim Pringle – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 The Deaf Frets – Workers Sports Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444

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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 Red Cross Branch Second Thursday of each month • 9623 6702 Penrith’s finest on show at Triangle Park Bring your friends and family and celebrate locally crafted food, drink and speciality goods. Penrith Producers is a night out on the town with a difference. The outdoor pop-up bar will offer some of the best craft beers while you can also enjoy delicious food and devilish desserts that are all Penrith made. It will be on at Triangle Park on Friday, November 22 from 5pm to 10pm. Entry is free.

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At the movies...

Festive flick fails to deliver LAST CHRISTMAS ++ 1 hour, 45 minutes EMILY FESZCZUK

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Christmas is just around the corner, which means it’s that time of year when festive movies start to hit our cinema screens.

Leading the charge this year is ‘Last Christmas’, which follows Kate (Emilia Clarke), a bundle of bad decisions who works as an elf in a year-round Christmas shop.

As London transforms into the most wonderful time of the year, Tom (Henry Golding) helps Kate transform herself, but he may be too good to be true.

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along with Michelle Yeoh, who starred previously with Golding in ‘Crazy Rich Asians’.

‘Last Christmas’ is not just a simple Christmas movie, it dives into a deeper level of issues with culture, sexuality and mental health problems at the forefront, but sadly for a rom-com it didn’t really deliver enough romance, or laughs.

It was missing the Christmas cheer that is needed for these movies and was very slow right until the end.

The big twist did engage you, but was a little too late to win you over.

George Michael’s music featured heavily throughout but the movie didn’t give me a lot of faith it will do well.

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Ă&#x160; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Spicks and Specksâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is returning to the ABC later this month, with Adam Hills, Myf Warhurst and Alan Brough back on board. The upcoming special celebrates Ausmusic month, with Rove McManus, Missy Higgins, Brian Mannix and Nina Oyama joining as panellists. It will air on Sunday, November 24 at 7.40pm.

Ă&#x160; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Neighboursâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; spin-off â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Erinsborough Highâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is now streaming on 10Play. The five-episode web series delves deep into the teen experience for a group of students during the hectic final exam period.

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Kingswood Hotel is always ready to serve up something tasty for the family or simply pop in to meet their new team, who are always on stand-by to pour the perfect ice-cold beer – great for the summer months!

There’s always plenty happening at Kingswood Hotel.

Don’t miss their Friday night meat raffles from 5pm, while on Saturday you can bite into a delicious free sausage sizzle and get involved with the Punters Club.

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to Friday to take part in the very fun Kingswood Masters Putt Putt competition where, if selected to play, you can score a free schooner for every hole in one you make.

Kingswood Hotel is also home to some of the best gaming in town, with a vast range of TAB facilities, Keno and excellent promotions currently on offer.

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BUSINESS Give your business a festive season boost

Receptionist/Administration Assistant Penrith FULL TIME – AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE START Our Centre has been giving business advice locally for over 32 years. Every year we help many businesses in all areas that they require assistance with. In just the last 12 months we have seen over 2,500 businesses for advice making our Centre Western Sydney’s premier business advice and training provider.

In short, we provide business advice, run many training programs and workshops and work collaboratively with key partners which strengthen our services.

YOUR SKILLS We truly believe that not everyone is hired based on qualifications or years of experience. We are looking for a proactive and motivated person with the right positive attitude, a helpful nature, and most importantly, someone who represents the points below: • the opportunity to grow with further development pathways • A people person who loves to listen as well as • a supportive and strong team orientated approach communicate • a unique “make it happen” team culture • The type of person who is always bubbly and has a great • up-to-date office systems and software energy • a clean a spacious work environment • Is outgoing, organised and gets things done • offices with close proximity to food and transport options • Love helping people to achieve their dreams • regular chances to grow your skillset • Familiar with Microsoft Office and using databases for data entry YOUR ROLE • Self-motivated, proactive, shows initiative and loves You will be joining an award winning and respected team of responsibility advisors and office managers. As our Administration Assistant, • Can work alone as well as part of a great team you will: • Is keen to be a part of a team that achieves more than its • Enjoy the role of being trusted with keeping clients happy competitors constantly and making them feel welcome in every contact they have • Can handle following systems and procedures with our Centre • Knowledge with social media platforms • love taking ownership and being responsible for some of • Is enthusiastic, passionate, and driven our Centres marketing, including social media Keep reading if you believe you fit the desired skills above.

• be understanding when receiving all feedback from our clients, and ensure that their expectations are always WHAT WE’LL PROVIDE being met We understand that people are our business, so as a highly • proactively update and maintain our systems that enable valued member of our team, you will be provided with: you to perform any tasks required by you in your role • a high energy and busy working environment

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Please do not call the office. We will contact you for a first round interview if you sound like the person we are looking for to help our Centre grow.

Recruitment agencies services are not required. We like to carefully select our new staff members.

Applications close 29th November 2019.

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he holiday season is probably the busiest time of the year for any business. It is the perfect opportunity to catch up on sales and engage with customers who are ready for their holiday shopping spree. And the best way to do so is via content marketing.

You’ve probably seen businesses promoting their holiday offers on social media or you have received emails from your competitor about their upcoming deals. You don’t have to panic because the game has just begun.

Here are some last-minute, but effective, content marketing ideas to give your business that holiday vibe.

Thank your customers This holiday season is the best time to recognise and appreciate the loyalty of your customers. A simple thank you post for loyal customers will make them feel that they are really appreciated and valued. Aside from saying thank you, you might also want to offer special discounts or deals for customers who have been with you for a while.

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A good way to promote your products is by crafting your own gift gallery that would provide inspiration to your customers. For example, you can offer gift baskets, customised gift products, gift packages and other gift ideas your customers will love. Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest are the most suitable social media platforms to create your gallery.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday These two days are becoming more popular here, and are a great opportunity for last minute sales before Xmas.

Think about promoting your offers for Black Friday and Cyber Monday ahead of time. You can create an email campaign that leads to this crazy weekend, or you set up a countdown on social media to build up the hype.

Article round-up Improve your backlinks and drive traffic to your website’s internal pages by creating a round-up of all your performing articles for the year. This is great for SEO and for providing your customers with an overview of the year’s events.

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PISCES

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Proactive Mars moves into your public spotlight zone which encourages you to shake up your reputation, take a calculated risk and reach for the stars. Then Mercury moves forwards which releases some of the blocks that were preventing you from reaching your professional potential. It’s not all about you though! If you are involved with a group, class, club or organisation, be inclusive.

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Over the last three weeks has retro Mercury muddled your mind? This week Mercury moves forwards plus Venus, Jupiter and the Sun revitalise your work zone. So stop being distracted by deadend detours and instead, get yourself some firm direction. Let your talents sparkle and shine for the world to see.

There’s no time for excuses or Piscean procrastination!

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

Your restless Ram nature is drawn to travel, where you can soak up different languages, lifestyles and cultures. This week is a terrific time to satisfy your wanderlust, as vivacious Venus links up with adventurous Jupiter and you enjoy a heavenly holiday, a weekend getaway or a catch-up with a friend or relative from foreign shores. With Mars moving into Scorpio, you’ll soak up new experiences.

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This week Jupiter and Venus boost romantic prospects and business potential. And the more creatively you communicate with loved ones, the more satisfying the week will be. Attached Taurus – it’s a wonderful week to be more patient and passionate with your partner.

Sick of being single? Don’t accept second (or third) best. Have the confidence and conviction to wait for your soul mate.

Mercury has been retrograde for the last three weeks, so stress levels have been high and patience low. But things gradually improve from mid-week onwards, when Mercury finally moves forwards.

Hopefully you’ve learnt some valuable lessons. As actress Goldie Hawn said: “The ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations is central to making positive decisions”.

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Mercury moves forwards on Wednesday, which improves all kinds of communication. So you’ll be drawn to enjoyable hobbies, people and places. A child’s talent blossoms, a new friendship flourishes or a burgeoning romance progresses to a deeper level. So expect a busy week full of pleasing partnerships, convivial conversations and colourful creativity.

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AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

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NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Stylish Librans appreciate quality and adore living in the lap of luxury, but don’t overdo it or you’ll end up being the most beautiful bankrupt on the block! This week Mars shifts into your money/self-esteem zone. So it’s time to get your finances in order; be true to the authentic you. As Goldie Hawn said: “I want to dig deep and ask – Who am I? What do I have to offer?

What do I have to learn”?

When it comes to a current problem, things are more complex than they appear and it will take time to get to the bottom of the situation. So slow down and look for the subtleties beneath the surface gloss. The Sun shifts into your sign (on Friday) which boosts your Prima Dona tendencies. So strive to be creative and confident – rather than bossy and overbearing.

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

In the words of Madonna (an uber-Leo) it’s time to “Express yourself!” Cat creativity is high as the Sun, Venus and Jupiter stimulate your fertile imagination. Lions love putting on a spectacular show and, with Mars and Mercury stimulating your domestic zone, it’s a wonderful weekend to play Domestic Goddess (or Master Chef) and entertain family and/or friends at home.

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Aim to be more proactive, especially when it comes to networking with colleagues. But don’t let annoying disruptions and minor matters get to you.

No one wants to be around a grumpy Goat! Instead of brooding when other people don’t automatically understand what you want, tell them exactly what you need. And learn to delegate, de-stress and de-compress.

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OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Have you been lacking energy and inspiration? This week dynamic Mars shifts into Scorpio on Tuesday, and then Mercury moves forwards in your sign on Wednesday. So it’s full steam ahead as your motivation and passion start to return in spades. On the weekend, spend time savouring the splendour of the natural world. As entertainer Bjork observes “Nature is our chapel”.

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esamoiditis is pain that occurs underneath your big toe joint.

The term is a general description for any irritation of the sesamoid bones, which are tiny bones within the tendons that run to the big toe. Every time you push off against the toe the sesamoids are involved. If you’re doing activities that involve high forces through this joint, like sprinting or dancing, there is a high chance that at some stage you will experience irritation or inflammation at the tendons which involve the sesamoid bones.

Symptoms Typically sesamoiditis will present with gradual onset, which is how it can differentiate from a sesamoid bone fracture (a fracture will hurt immediately). The pain usually begins as a mild ache and increases gradually as the aggravating activity is continued. In most cases there is little or no bruising or redness. And pain will be experienced when pressure is put onto the balls of the feet, or when the big toe is in a pulled back position.

Causes – Increased activity which puts high

pressure through your forefoot – dancing, hill work, increased running mileage and sprinting.

– Fat pad atrophy – which is where you don’t have much natural padding in your forefoot leading to high pressure – this is quite common as your age.

– If you have a high arched foot you will naturally have increased pressure in the ball of your foot.

– Footwear. The higher the heel of a shoe, the higher the pressure on the balls of the feet.

Treatment Treatment for Sesamoiditis is almost always non-invasive. Like any sort of inflammation, rest initially is always important. Pressure needs to be removed from the big toe joint. This can be done with a shoe modification, or a metatarsal pad under the ball of the foot which will redistribute the pressure when weight bearing. In addition, the big toe may be bound with strapping tape to immobilise the joint as much as possible and allow for healing to occur.

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The art of quality networking, is to ensure it is genuine. Keeping your networks alive means reaching out to people when you want their insights and not just their help with a problem you have, this means staying in contact regularly. Let’s be clear though, professional networking, does not mean they need to be your new friend on Instagram and come to your daughter’s birthday party, in fact that may do more harm than good.

Attending networking sessions can be scary, especially if you are going solo.

Remember you don’t need to be the extravert or the loudest person in the room.

Be the network’s savvyist. Read people’s name tags, in most cases they have the business they are from on them also. If you think that the business or the person, would be a good connection to have, say hello, and ask about their business and what they do there. People love to talk about themselves. Ensure you have your

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We have seen some of the most experienced leaders be consumed with their own time and have a limited circle when it comes to their professional connections.

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In today’s world there are many mediums to networking professionally.

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Networking is connecting with your networks even when you are not in need of something.

This is lunch with a former colleague when you are in the same place, coffee to catch-up (just because) or taking the risk on a “blind network date” – where mutual connections bring you together. This takes some form of planning and considered time management to meet with them and

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Multiple lessons per week are a great way to fast-track your child’s swimming skills, or make up for any time missed in the water. The time a child actually spends in the water each week directly impacts on the time it will take for the child to learn to swim, with more frequent repetition of skills often achieving results more quickly, plus multiple lessons per week are great for increasing and maintaining fitness!

There are also advantages out of the pool – a study from Griffith University found that children who swim demonstrate more advanced cognitive and physical abilities than other children – so it stands to reason the more time spent swimming,

the more benefit children will experience towards learning outcomes both in and out of the pool.

Multiple lessons can provide a more flexible approach to swimming lessons, especially appealing to some families at different times of the year – in winter to maintain fitness if the child plays a summer sport, before going away on a holiday, before school carnivals, after a break from lessons to catch up, etc.

Plus, multiple lessons can also be a more affordable way to increase your child’s swimming skills – second lessons are only $10 each, so if you do two lessons per week it brings the price down to under $15 per lesson. Further sibling discounts apply so multiple lessons can be a great way for a family to participate in swimming lessons for all children at a reduced cost.

Whilst most children thrive in a group environment, some children do better in a one-on-one learning scenario, however private lessons can be expensive. To address this we offer a five-week block of private lessons at Eva Bory’s Swim School at a discounted price per lesson, available

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It is important to know that pets should not be abandoned unless it is absolutely impossible to safely evacuate them. When organising your pets for evacuation, try to take as many of the following items as you can before leaving your property: • Microchip paperwork.

• Current vaccination certificates.

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• Bowls, bedding and non-perishable food.

• Ensure your pet is wearing a collar and tag and is on a lead or in a carry cage.

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• Do not tether pets up as they will be unable to flee if danger is imminent.

• Ensure pets are easy to identify with a collar and tag.

• Leave multiple water bowls and food bowls in the room.

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In a bushfire move pets to a closely grazed paddock with water troughs, steel fencing and solid shade area. Do not place synthetic blankets on horses as they may melt during extreme heat.

If you need assistance with your pets, contact your local Greencross Vet to arrange boarding or treatments.

If you need assistance with an evacuation plan contact NSW Emergency Services and they can help you take the appropriate action to keep you and your pets safe.

Have a great weekend.

Finding the peace we crave in our lives

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his week began with Remembrance Day, November 11, when at 11am we paused, remembering that in 1918, the guns on the Western Front in Europe fell silent after four years of horrific warfare. No one really knows how many died in World War I. It is estimated to be between a staggering nine and 13 million people!

Peace is right there with the big things our world needs!

In the Bible, Jesus often spoke about peace. From the book of John, here’s a great example; “Peace I leave with you: my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Jesus is not just talking about an end to war and conflict between people and nations.

In Jesus’ day, people longed for peace from the cruel rule of the Romans who maintained peace by the brutal force of powerful armies.

In our day people look for peace from the relentless pressures of business, home and responsibilities.

People look for peace from the times when life doesn’t make sense; when life seems overwhelming, bringing unexpected, sometimes cruel circumstances.

At times like these, is Jesus saying, if you look to our world for peace you will not find it. Our world is powerless to give peace.

When Jesus speaks of peace, he’s speaking of a real, lasting peace achieved through his loving sacrificial death, which secures our relationship with God, and then through his resurrection, which as we trust in it, secures our future.

Jesus speaks of a peace born from a real, living personal relationship with him, the loving ruler over all things. This is real peace. May you know this peace today.

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heir mouthless faces stare out from the rock ceiling, eyes wide and all-seeing. These are the Wandjina, invisible to mere mortals. The Kimberley of Australia’s North West is their realm and they rule supreme, governing the rain and the lifegiving regeneration that follows.

We’re here in the famous cave at Raft Point, possibly the best known of all Wandjina rock art sites in the Kimberley.

Their Dreamtime stories are kept alive by local Indigenous people like the Mowanjum people from nearby Derby. Their Dreaming stories tell of the first Wandjina, called Idjair, who lives in the Milky Way and is the father of all the Wandjinas who went on to create the Earth.

“The Wandjinas gave the language, the culture and the laws of the country,” says Mowanjum artist Leah Umbagai.

“They told us how we have to work the country and how we have to live. So all the laws, language and traditions we got from the Wandjinas. This is a very powerful person or spirit being that we believe in.

We are here because of the Wandjinas.”

The oldest Wandjina art was created perhaps 4000 years ago. It is traditionally repainted every few years because the dyes and ochres would otherwise fade and deteriorate. Older still are the Gwion Gwion paintings, now so ancient they

are fused in the rock itself and impossible to date by conventional methods.

Researchers are confident they are at least 20,000-years-old, probably older.

Coming face-to-face with these prehistoric murals is a humbling experience. All of a sudden you realise how fleeting your existence is and how little the Earth cares about your dreams and aspirations.

Even though we may be brief and transient visitors to this realm, it doesn’t stop us marvelling at the grandeur of the creations that surround us here.

The majesty of King George Falls in full flight ranks along with Victoria Falls and Niagara in terms of sheer beauty, if not water volume. The better cruise operators will bring their tenders so close that your whole body will shudder as the cascade plummets 80 metres into the river, enveloping you in a dense, misty spray.

The best way to access these remote wonders is by small ship and expedition cruising has found a solid niche in the Kimberley with many vessels plying these remote waters thanks to the accelerating tourism interest in the region. However, with the notorious six-metre tides, patchy charts and tricky currents, local experience comes into its own. This, coupled with the preference to smaller vessels, makes the Kimberley a premium destination for adventure cruise travellers.

One of the acknowledged preeminent operators, is the multi award-winning True North Adventure Cruises who have seen more than 30 years of continuous operation in the region.

“We are very different to a big ship holiday,” said owner Craig Howson OAM. Their luxury expedition vessel, True North, carries just 36 guests in superlative ‘barefoot comfort’, and lavishes guests with such activities as heli-fishing and flightseeing with their onboard jet helicopter, tender exploration into remote tributaries and ecological enrichment thanks to onboard scientists like Dr Andy Lewis, a passionate marine biologist and expedition leader.

For those looking for simpler relaxation, Craig’s team offers unsurpassed fishing in the many tributaries throughout the Kimberley where dedicated anglers can land snapper, mullet, queenfish or even the legendary barramundi. If you can’t catch a fish in the Kimberley, then you really should give it up.

The Kimberley cruise season is typically between March and September as the weather transitions from wet to dry. Early season has the best waterfalls, while later is best for fishing. The choice is yours, because the Wandjina will be doing their thing regardless, just as they have done since the dawn of time.

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Special messages from the Spirit World: Connecting with loved ones I would love to be able to connect to both my parents.

Denise, Pendle Hill You are a genuine soul so please continue to see the good in people and show the world what it means to be committed to making this a better place.

I currently can only sense a gentleman, your father, initiating contact with me and he would have been great at doing odd jobs around the house. Repairs and hobby crafts would have been important to him, as would reading the newspaper and comics on the weekend.

It’s amazing how love travels between the two worlds as I certainly get a sense that you feel your dad around you. Keep your heart and mind open to this process and you will feel his energy and presence often. Your father tells me there was a lot of hospital administration involved in getting and receiving his care. The needles and injections he required also upset him. Your father points to his belly and hips and tells me he had pain in those locations as he transitioned into the world of Spirit.

He doesn’t feel lonely as he was comforted both in this world and the Spirit world as he was passing.

He is actually quite delighted and surprised about making it across to the other side! Your father makes a reference to a career decision you are making and he mentions superannuation planning and ‘not trying to fix that which is not broken’.

A small legal concern would best be

cleaned up in April so as to let you move on quickly. Your father brings in a pet with him and also shows me a picture of a cattle dog (cross). His final message is everyone we have cared for and loved has moved into the world of Spirit, but they and even our pets and animals are still a part of our life.

I would like to connect with my partner.

Should I move out of Penrith?

Kaylene, Penrith I do sense a great deal of excitement around you and the feeling would be it is time to move on. I feel very positive about your plans because you have a very strong sense of acclimatising well to the location, no matter where you travel to, either in Australia or abroad.

You mention a partner, but I am having concerns around health issues that are relevant to your desire to move. I sense energy from your partner’s family in the Spirit World, and they encourage you to pursue your dreams and plans. I hear, ‘It will be OK’. A man who may have a grey head of hair is with you in Spirit also. You

may have even cut his hair at some stage also as I do see a pair of clippers.

Your future is now an exciting adventure and it is time to be bold! The other good news is the family around you brings a great support structure to you, and you will always remain close.

In addition, the best time for ‘house hunting’ would be in March of next year.

Also keeping the weight down seems to warrant some attention so maintain healthy limits.

To further expand on your question, the Spirit World is around us at all times that it is required. Your thoughts reach out to the spirit and they see and hear your hopes for the future, which means they will be even closer to you at this time.

November is a special month and they would try to communicate with you at that time now, and forever.

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Melissa McIntosh, Ross Fowler, Matthew Hyder and Prue Car at the grand opening last Friday morning. Photo: Megan Dunn

Sport has a new home NATHAN TAYLOR addens in now home to a new $5.5 million sport and recreation precinct that features a multiuse playing field, children’s playground and amenities building.

Located off Caddens Road, the 4.2 hectare Caddens Southern Sports Precinct was delivered by Legacy Property under a voluntary planning agreement with Penrith City Council.

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“Open spaces and recreation facilities like this are essential to promote the health and wellbeing of communities,” he said.

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The large multi-use playing field, which is unavailable for use until March next year, will cater for both day and night games thanks to new energy effi-

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“For now, the oval is fenced off while drainage works are finalised and to allow time for the turf to become fully established,” Hyder said.

“Once the turf is established in several months it will be available for community sports use.”

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Fox secures Olympic spot Penrith’s queen of the water focused on 2020 after another incredible year in 2019 hampion Leonay paddler Jessica Fox has taken home the top gong at the 2019 Paddle Australia Awards last Saturday night.

The world number one and 2019 World Cup champion received the 2019 Paddler of the Year – Olympic award topping off a successful year and a special day, with the 25-year-old local celebrating her selection in the Tokyo 2020 Australian Olympic Team at the awards night.

Fox headlined a stellar line-up of athletes, coaches, instructors, technical officials and volunteers, who were recognised for their outstanding achievements and efforts over the past year at the Awards Night hosted by Seven News sport presenter Jim Wilson.

It was the perfect finish to an exciting Saturday for Fox, who became the fifth Australian athlete to secure her boarding pass to Tokyo 2020, her third Olympic Games, after the AOC confirmed her selection earlier in the day.

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Jessica Fox with her parents Myriam and Richard on Saturday still as exciting as the first time, it’s still extremely special,” Fox said.

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and I’m a very different paddler from 18-year-old Jess in London and Rio Jess, and I’m excited for the next 258 days.

“We’ve been to Tokyo, we’ve had a look and the World Championships have left me very hungry and excited.”

The Paddler of the Year – Olympic recognises another stellar season for Fox, who defended her K1 and C1 World Cup crown in 2019, making it three consecutive World Cup wins in the C1 and two in the K1.

Fox finished the season with two silver medals at the 2019 ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships, securing Australia the canoe slalom spots for Tokyo 2020 that will see her aim for double gold next year.

Fox’s parents Myriam Fox-Jerusalmi and Richard Fox were both at the Australian Olympic Team selection announcement as well as the Awards Night to celebrate together with their daughter.

“It’s really special to share that moment with my family and to look back on the year and to reflect,” Fox said.

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Teen footballer has green and gold future ahead t’s no secret that Sam Kerr is an inspiration to many girls all over the country, and one local footballer who is using the Matildas superstar as motivation for her flourishing career is 16-year-old Bryleeh Henry.

Recently, the Werrington Downs teenager took one step closer to emulating her idol by representing the Junior Matildas (U17 national team) on a tour of the South Pacific.

Bryleeh was chosen to represent her country for the first time after impressing selectors at a tournament in Canberra.

When she discovered she had made the national team through a friend, she almost couldn’t believe it.

“My friend sent me a message to congratulate me and I didn’t even know what for,” Bryleeh told the Weekender.

“As soon as it clicked I ran downstairs, I woke both my parents up and told them.

It honestly didn’t seem real… I had to wait until I got into camp for it to seem real.”

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“It was a crazy experience over there… I started crying during the national anthem before our first game,” Bryleeh said.

“It was pretty overwhelming and I was proud of myself for how far I’ve come.”

Bryleeh, who is also a highly accomplished OzTag player, began playing soccer when she was just seven-years-old.

She played with several local clubs growing up before signing with the Football NSW Institute where she trains up to four times a week honing her craft.

Upon her return from the Pacific, Bryleeh boarded yet another international flight, this time to Thailand for the AFC World Cup Qualifiers.

Unfortunately, she was only able to show off her incredible talent in one game before injury struck.

“This tournament was an even bigger deal and I was so fortunate to be able to break into the team, which was already well-established,” she said.

“However, during the opening game against Japan – a game in which I started – I sprained my ankle and wasn’t able to play for the rest of the tournament.”

While it was an unfortunate setback and lengthy recovery for the crafty forward,

Junior Matilda Bryleeh Henry is on her way to big things. Photo: Megan Dunn she’s now managed to get back on her feet and is striving for the next stage of her career.

“The next level is the Young Matildas

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Blencowe keeps winning Jordan Springs mum scores another victory as she eyes a major showdown in 2020 NATHAN TAYLOR fter she took care of business against American MMA star Leslie Smith last weekend, Jordan Springs fighter Arlene Blencowe is in career-best form and ready for her next challenge.

The 36-year-old local mum was deemed the winner of her featherweight match-up at Bellator 233, cruising to a unanimous decision after earning across-the-board scores of 30-27.

Blencowe’s effective jab dictated the course of the three-round fight; 37-yearold Smith did have her moments, but they were few and far between.

Speaking with the Weekender from California, Blencowe said she knew she did enough to secure victory but didn’t want to get too ahead of herself.

“I knew I had done enough in the fight to win but you just never know with the judges,” she admitted.

“I’ve had bad decisions go against me in the past, so I was annoyed with myself that I had let the fight go to decision.

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win again, but I guess I am lucky it went my way.”

Blencowe has now won six of her last seven fights including her last three straight in the Bellator arena. Her only defeat in the impressive run is to current featherweight champion Julia Budd.

With Budd and recent Bellator convert Cris Cyborg doing battle in January, Blencowe will be watching on with a keen interest.

“Three wins in a row has put me back into title contention now,” she said.

“For now the focus will be on who wins the title fight in January – I’m happy to fight whoever wins.

“I’ve got unfinished business with Budd but Cyborg is the fight both myself and the fans want. So, it’s a win/win fighting either of them.”

Blencowe arrived home from the United States yesterday and will try and spend the next few weeks relaxing and recharging the batteries, but even she knows that’ll be tough.

“Knowing me I’ll still be training every day,” she said.

“I’ll maintain my strength and conditioning commitments and wrestling classes,

Arlene Blencowe after her unanimous decision win over American Leslie Smith throwing in some striking sessions and cross training to mix things up.

“I’ll have some fun and enjoy my

sessions until the New Year and then knuckle down again. 2020 is a big year and I can’t wait.”

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Rugby league legend to work with GWS Giants in 2020 NATHAN TAYLOR ewly retired rugby league legend Cooper Cronk has become the latest athlete to switch codes, joining the GWS Giants as a leadership consultant.

One of the greatest to have ever played the game, Cronk played his 375th and final NRL game in the Sydney Roosters’ recent Grand Final win over the Canberra Raiders.

The 35-year-old said he is excited for a new opportunity in a different code.

“I am looking forward to working with the Giants and the team,” Cronk said.

“During my career I was able to learn many aspects to leadership and performance which I hope to convey to assist the club in achieving its goals.”

In his 16-year career, Cronk won four NRL Premierships with the Roosters and Melbourne Storm and played in a whopping nine Grand Finals.

He is a two-time Dally M Medallist and won a Clive Churchill Medal for the best player in a Grand Final.

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Giants coach Leon Cameron with NRL legend Cooper Cronk the Maroons legend to the orange and charcoal.

“We’re really excited to have Cooper join the Giants,” Cameron said.

“He’s had an incredible career at the very top level and brings a wealth of experience to our club, including knowing what a winning culture looks like.

“Cooper is obviously one of the greatest to have ever played in the NRL, but his character and eagerness to be involved in a different sport were also attractive to us. We’re thrilled he’ll join our club to work with our players and staff.”

Cronk will begin his tenure at the club in late November.

Panthers move on from 2019 disaster Story continued from » p. 84 Tamou said the club learned a lot from what happened in 2019 but he didn’t want to dwell on the past too much.

“I couldn’t wait to get back into pre-season especially after how everything panned out last year,” Tamou said.

“For us, it wasn’t a pass in our books but there’s so much we’ve learnt from this year that we’ll take into next year.

“During the off-season I did reflect on things I could’ve done differently but I didn’t want to dwell on it too much.”

While other clubs around the NRL welcomed new acquisitions to training this week, the same can’t be said for Penrith who have been very quiet on the signing front.

Their lone off-season recruit, Apisai Koroisau, won’t begin training with the club until midDecember.

“I’m really not sure [if we will sign anyone] but I’d actually like to see these young boys put their hand up and do their best,” Tamou said.

“There’s such a young batch of talent here and a real opportunity for them.

“If the club decide to make some signings, I’ll support whatever decision they make.”

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Gower gets the band back together for legends event NATHAN TAYLOR embers of Penrith’s 2003 NRL Premiership-winning team will reassemble this Saturday in Newcastle for the 2019 Legends of League tournament.

For the first time in the tournament’s short history, Penrith – wearing their classic Chocolate Soldiers jerseys – will make their debut at the popular Nines competition. Other teams competing include Brisbane, Canterbury, Newcastle, Parramatta and the Barbarians.

Grand Final-winning captain Craig Gower will lead Penrith once again alongside many of his 2003 teammates including Trent Waterhouse, Rhys Wesser, Paul Whatuira, Joe Galuvao, Tony Puletua, Joel Clinton, Shane Rodney, Luke Rooney and Luke Swain.

Other ex-Panthers set to take part include Frank Puletua, Matt Cross, Kevin Kingston, Danny Galea, Shane Elford and Nathan Smith. Two-time Premiership winner Luke Lewis will coach the side.

Speaking with the Weekender, Gower said he never thought he’d captain the side again after leaving the Panthers in controversial circumstances back in 2007.

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“Probably not… but it’s going to be good fun getting the boys back together,” he said.

“I’ve played the last couple of years as a member of the Barbarians team and it’s always a fantastic weekend for the boys to catch up and have a bit of fun.”

While Penrith didn’t hold any team training sessions before Saturday’s slate of matches, players like 41-year-old Gower have been training in their own time to prepare.

“A few of us have been training for it, I’ve been training at the Academy and so has Spud Elford,” he said.

“It does get a tad serious out there – Canterbury have been training for it and they take it very seriously. It will be good to get the competitive juices flowing again, no one wants to get beat.”

Other big names set to take part in tomorrow’s Legends of League tournament at McDonald Jones Stadium in Newcastle include Wendell Sailor, Steve Menzies, Danny Buderus, Nathan Hindmarsh, Andrew Ryan, Matt Bowen, Willie Mason, Kurt Gidley, Scott Prince, Todd Carney and Tim Mannah.

Teams will battle it out over six hours for the Legends of League title and $75,000 worth of prize money.

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Around the grounds CRICKET: Penrith have suffered their first loss of the season, going down to Randwick Petersham in Round 4 of the Belvidere Cup. Playing in a Two-Day match at Howell Oval, Randwick Petersham won the toss and elected to bat first. The visitors were on fire with the bat and declared on 7/430. Trent Weir was the best of the bowlers for Penrith taking 2/86. When Penrith hit the crease last Saturday morning, they lost some early wickets before Ryan Gibson (141) and Cameron Weir (114) went ballistic with the bat to put the home side right in the match. Unfortunately, their mid to tail end batsmen didn’t stand up to the task and were subsequently dismissed for 385. Penrith will look to bounce back this Saturday when they face Eastern Suburbs in a One-Day match at Howell Oval.

CRICKET: Round 6 of the Nepean District Cricket Association took place last weekend, with Panthers Cricket Club winning just one match. In first grade, Panthers 10/124 went down to Glenmore Park 6/125. In third grade, Panthers 10/142 lost to Glenmore Park 2/145. In sixth grade, Panthers were too good for Glenbrook Blaxland. In ninth grade, Panthers had the bye.

BASEBALL: The Penrith Panthers first grade team are in a spot of bother, losing both games to the Vikings in Round 8 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. In the weekend game Penrith were thrashed 7-0, while in the midweek game Penrith narrowly

went down 6-5. The Panthers have the bye in Round 9.

GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks are clinging on to their playoff hopes, losing to the Wollongong Mustangs 32-20 in Round 12 of the Gridiron NSW Men’s competition. In the day’s other matches, Nepean’s Colts team prevailed over the Mustangs 24-12, while the club’s women’s team smashed the Central West Giants 40-20 to keep their playoff chances alive. This Saturday Nepean’s men’s side will battle the West Sydney Pirates, their women’s team will face the Northern Sydney Rebels, while their Colts team have the bye.

A-LEAGUE: The Western Sydney Wanderers have suffered their first defeat of the season, losing to A-League newcomers Western United 2-1 last Saturday night. The Wanderers hit the lead first through captain Mitchell Duke before the home side levelled the score eight minutes later. Western United then hit the lead in the second half when former Wanderers player Kwabena Appiah slotted one home. The Wanderers pressed hard in the later stages in search of an equaliser but were unable to find one. Western Sydney, who have fallen to third position on the ladder, will enjoy a break this weekend before returning to Bankwest Stadium to face Melbourne City next Friday.

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ntering the fourth and final year of his contract, Panthers captain James Tamou is determined to earn a new deal in 2020 as the club battles back from a disastrous year.

After switching from the North Queensland Cowboys in 2017, the 30-year-old has settled in well at the foot of the Mountains and even earned the captaincy role last season.

With the final year of his big money deal underway, Tamou wants nothing more than to remain at Penrith and help usher in the new wave of talent.

“Thinking about it right now I 100 per cent want to play on,” he said.

“We’ve got such a young group here and there’s nothing more I want to do than stick around. But the first thing on my list is to play good enough footy to be able to put my hand up for the Panthers to look at me.

“I would absolutely love to stay, that’s the first priority but there’s a lot of hard work that comes before that.”

Tamou and his Panthers teammates returned to pre-season training on Monday.

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