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Recycling contract sorted Multiple issues resulted in long delays to agreement between Council and Visy ALENA HIGGINS

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enrith Council has finally negotiated a four-year contract with recycling giant Visy after first calling for tenders back in 2017.

Under the new agreement, Visy will continue to process the city’s recyclables until June 30, 2023, with a one or two-year extension by mutual agreement.

At its Ordinary Meeting in April 2019, Council resolved to accept a four- year contract offer with Visy, however, negotiations have been ongoing ever since.

A number of factors led to the protracted talks, according to a report tabled in December 2020.

“Council officers have since been in extended negotiations with Visy due to several factors, predominantly changes to the Visy legal team and the Victorian COVID- 19 lockdowns, [and] delays in payments from Exchange for Change in relation to Container Deposit Scheme payments,” it states.

“Greater negotiation was also required to resolve issues in insurances, market conditions clauses and contract extension times.”

Additionally, a clause was amended to enable Visy to recover costs as a result of

Council has finally finalised its new recycling deal. a change in law and policy or intervention by government.

“This is a further reflection of previous China Sword issues and would represent

such issues as export bans and no alternate markets,” the report states.

Visy and Council have continued to operate in good faith since April 2019,

despite their contract ceasing more than 18 months ago.

Council first called for waste disposal and recycling processing tenders back in November 2017.

However, due to market uncertainties (China Sword Policy and the Container Deposit Scheme), Council resolved not to accept any recycling tender from the initial round.

Similarly, after a second round, Council resolved to negotiate with market leaders instead.

Meanwhile, Council has assured residents that their recyclables are indeed being reused despite China’s ban.

“Visy has their own processing facilities for several commodities and work with local processors to ensure all acceptable, clean and correctly sorted recyclables collected from Penrith yellow lid bins are recycled,” a spokesman said.

In 2018, China enacted its “National Sword” policy, effectively banning the import of most waste plastics and materials in an attempt to halt soiled and contaminated materials that were overwhelming the country’s processing facilities.

It is understood the new contract will not negatively impact Council’s domestic waste charge.

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Funerals have changed to keep the community safe in these times, Rookwood General Cemetery has therefore implemented initiatives to ensure family and friends are able to say goodbye.

Rookwood is trying to ease some of the burden for families during this difficult time. After community consultation, they have reduced the price of the All Souls ceremonial venue for funeral services. Weekday services are now $620 (previously $950). A cost-effective cremation service is also available; along with a no-attendance cremation offering for families that would like to have a cremation now and a memorial service later.

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Luck of the Irish as O’Donoghues is sold to new owners for $30.5 million EMILY FESZCZUK

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he owners of O’Donoghues ought to be celebrating with a pint of Guinness after they sold the famous Irish pub for a staggering amount.

The FAL Group, which also owns the Red Cow in Penrith, has owned the popular spot in Emu Plains for over 23 years but has now finalised a deal with Redcape Hotel Group for $30.5 million.

With the commercial real estate partner JLL Hotels and Hospitality facilitating the sale on behalf of the FAL Group, the hotel, which sits on an 8000sqm piece of land, will now be added to Redcape’s suite of hospitality venues.

This includes 22 bottle shops and 32 community-focused venues including St Marys Hotel and The Australian Brewery.

A Redcape spokesperson confirmed that 5,500sqm of underutilised land, which was included in the sale, would be considered for future potential development.

Redcape CEO, Dan Brady said the company is thrilled to have O’Donoghues join its portfolio.

“The Hotel is complimentary to the Redcape portfolio and will benefit from the Group’s operational platform and refurbishment capability to provide a quality hospitality offering for the Emu Plains community,” Mr Brady said.

“Our vision is to enrich local communities through our hospitality while at the same time delivering strong performances across all metrics – staff satisfaction, customer NPS and our financial performance.”

Mr Brady said buying one of the premier Irish pubs was a great investment despite the current COVID- 19 pandemic as it is in such a high growth area in western Sydney.

“We are confident in our ability to continue to drive growth for our Securityholders and deliver our long- term commitment to building sociable and sustainable communities with high levels of care for our staff and customers,” he said.

A spokesperson from O’Donoghues said they were unable to comment on the recent sale as there were still details to finalise.

The Redcape spokesperson said that the settlement of the sale is anticipated to happen in February 2021.

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O’Donoghues Irish Pub has new owners. Photo: Megan Dunn.

COVID-19 restrictions eased from today NSW will ease COVID- 19 restrictions from today (Friday, January 29) after recording almost two straight weeks with no community transmission of the virus.

From today, up to 30 visitors will be allowed to attend a home, increasing the current private gathering limit from five.

Outdoor gatherings of 50 will be allowed.

Wedding and funeral caps will be lifted to 300, but venues must continue to adhere to the 4sqm rule.

Mask rules are also easing, with face coverings only mandatory on public transport, in places of worship, in gaming areas of pubs and clubs or for frontline hospitality workers.

It means in retail settings masks will no longer be required from this weekend, but should still be worn where social distancing is not possible.

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian said she hoped hospitality venues could revert to the 2sqm rule within the next fortnight.

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Activists must change approach

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’ve just returned from a couple of weeks away, and as I drove back into Sydney last weekend, it was no surprise that a dark storm cloud was forming overhead.

It was an ominous sign – back to reality, and back to the rinse and repeat media cycle of this time of year, highlighted by the annual ‘change the date’ debate with a dash of Margaret Court thrown in for good measure.

Another Australia Day came and went on Tuesday, and the growing divide the day now brings again played its part.

I could easily write another ‘cancel culture’ column today, calling on the loud minority to move on and let us celebrate the Australia we love on January 26.

Or I could change tact and suggest that we do have a legitimate debate about changing the date – it would hurt so few, and seemingly heal so many.

Instead, how about we focus on what needs to happen if the date is in fact to change.

First we need to face the reality that Australia Day has become one of our nation’s greatest debates – tiresome as the change the date argument has become, it’s not going away.

But polls still show those wanting a change are in the minority, so any chance of a victory for the activists seems way, way down the line.

In fact, it’s probably further away than many may think.

The ABC this week ran an analysis piece focused on the Australia Day debate lasting ‘another generation’, with the general tone being that as Millennials and Gen Z get older, they may start to shift the ground on issues such as this.

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thinking is based on the fact that it’s typically younger people who support the change the date movement, and as they get older, their views will take over and be reflected in their children and so on.

But we must remember, those younger generations grow up in both age and mind – and their views change, though don’t dare suggest that to them today.

Our parents and grandparents, who we may debate over the Christmas lunch table or at family functions about issues such as this, were not born with the views they have today.

They were young once too. Many of them protested and argued about what they believed was right, all with that ‘change the world’ focus. Many of those “old conservatives” were once young progressives.

They’ve been around the block a few times, and as they get older the importance of traditions they’ve experienced along the way grows.

A 20- something with another 15 January 26 Australia Days under their belt may have a different view than they do today; it’s just the reality of life.

Therefore, relying on generational change to be the thing that shifts the thinking on Australia Day is probably not the basket to have all your eggs in.

So what will force a change, if there is to be one?

Perhaps it will be a strong Opposition government, that takes a change the date promise to an election. It would be politically risky, but commendable, and would in the very least give a government a mandate to make a change.

Or perhaps, and I think this is actually what will eventually happen, it’ll be a plebiscite, which while rare, is how we’ve

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It’s how we chose ‘Advance Australia Fair’ as our national anthem in 1977, and more recently how we pushed forward with legalising same-sex marriage.

But if such a plebiscite was held today, or if a Government or Opposition took a ‘change the date’ policy to an election, the proposal would most likely lose.

And that’s because the activists pushing for this change have largely got the wrong end of the stick.

As it stands they are appealing and preaching to the converted, pushing the other side further away and leaving those in the middle stuck right where they are, if not leaning against them.

Given we have compulsory voting in this country, the only real way to force major change is to bring the middle with you, and I’m far from convinced that the approach of those advocating for a change is really all that effective.

A 20- something white girl who stops posting bikini pictures of her backside for a few hours to lecture her Instagram followers, or parents, about Indigenous history just ain’t cutting through.

Nor are protestors who seem hellbent on angrily telling us that we must feel personal guilt for something that happened centuries ago; this only provokes the middle and puts them into a defensive mindset.

Don’t even get me started on the celebrities.

If the date is ever to change, and I believe it probably will, the approach needs to change first. The middle will only come with you if you can get their buy-in. The current angry screaming and poking on social media isn’t working.

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Variety of factors may be behind increased number of flies around this summer ALENA HIGGINS

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hey’re a nuisance at the best of times. But fly numbers appear to be surging across parts of the city, with some locals resorting to pungent fly traps to try to curb the problem.

Glenmore Park resident Karen Perry said she “has never known flies like these”, and reports a worse infestation than last summer.

“They are shocking,” she said.

“I’ve lived in the Penrith area for 10 years, but Glenmore Park the last six to seven years.

“I can’t remember, even living in Werrington, the flies were ever this bad.”

Originally from the south coast, Ms Perry – who has a pet-free home and ensures her garbage bins are regularly cleaned – said she has never witnessed such vast fly numbers while living on the coast.

Markus Riegler, Associate Professor at Western Sydney University’s Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment, said multiple environmental factors can drive population growth, including temperature, rainfall patterns and general food availability.

“This year we have had a very wet year, we’ve had a relatively cooler summer and

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Why won’t flies buzz off?

Karen Perry with her husband Wayne Kennedy. Photo: Megan Dunn. with less heat extremes insects can deal with that better,” he said.

Dr Riegler said fly traps containing a yeast solution are extremely effective, but reminded users to place them in the garden away from where they plan to entertain to avoid the smell. Another solution, which can be used outdoors and indoors, are yellow sticky traps.

“Some flies are really attracted to yellow,” he said.

“Using a combination of lure traps and sticky fly traps will attract them and can help locally control flies.”

A Penrith Council spokesman said providing a weekly red- bin collection during summer, rather than the standard fortnightly pick up, was not on the cards.

“All waste that may attract flies such as meat, dairy, leftover foods and pet excrement is collected weekly from the greenlidded bins,” he said.

“As the residual garbage bin should not contain putrescible waste, it is rare that it attracts flies.”

The spokesman said measures to prevent breeding grounds include spraying the bin regularly with insect spray, cleaning and drying bins, storing bins in the shade, lining the bottom with old newspaper and putting the green lidded-bin out each week for usual collection even when it is not full.

Former Panthers player dies in tragic quad bike accident

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ormer Penrith Panthers hooker Masada Iosefa has passed away following a quad bike accident in Darwin earlier this week.

Iosefa was due to turn 33 on Australia Day. The former Samoan international played 43 games for Penrith across four seasons from 2008 until 2011, including a match in the 2010 Finals.

He switched to the Wests Tigers for the 2012 and 2013 NRL seasons, playing a further 14 matches, but his first grade career ended after that.

Monday night’s accident happened in

Herbert, about 40km from the Darwin CBD, at about 9.15pm.

The quad bike Iosefa was riding rolled, with crash investigators working to determine the exact cause of the crash.

In recent times Iosefa had been employed as a youth worker.

Former Penrith teammate Frank Pritchard has lead tributes online, saying Iosefa was “tough as nails” in an emotional Instagram post.

“Always went hard without any preservation for his body,” Pritchard said.

“Never took a step back to any situation.

Always had my back from the get-go.”

Luke Lewis offered condolences to his family, saying: “Saddened to hear the news... May he rest in peace.”

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Special honour for Eric Dedicated local volunteer recognised as part of Australia Day Honours this week EMILY FESZCZUK

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n Emu Plains local has been recognised for showcasing an outstanding commitment to local organisations.

Eric Easterbrook has received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for his service to the community, particularly to war widows and their families.

Serving in the Air Force for 20 years before serving as a Defence Force public servant for 22 years, Mr Easterbrook became a member of Legacy in 1981.

A current member of the Nepean Legacy division since 1983, Mr Easterbrook was also the President of Sydney Legacy from 2014 to 2016.

The Vice-Chairman of Legacy Australia since 2019, Mr Easterbrook told the Weekender that he has always been involved with community organisations. “My father was involved in community work, mainly sporting- related, so I started selling raffle tickets then when I joined the Air Force, I decided to become a legatee,� he said. “When my wife and I settled in Emu Plains around the 1980s, we got involved with things through our kids such as Emu Plains Soccer Club, Little Athletics

and Scouts, along with Emu Plains Lions Club a little later on.�

Recently retiring after 35 years from his role as a volunteer bus driver, Mr Easterbrook said giving back requires a group effort. “I have always believed working as a team achieves the most as everyone adds their own little bit, so this is not just my award but a team award with a lot of the credit going to my wife, Sally,� he said. “I was so shocked and humbled to get an OAM, but this job is so fulfilling to know you are helping support service personnel partners or children.�

Meanwhile, Wallacia’s Jody Grima was awarded a Public Service Medal for outstanding public service to the community through Service NSW as part of this year’s Australia Day Honours. “I am absolutely delighted to be in a position to work with such wonderful people in Service NSW to make such a significant difference in the way we deliver services,� Ms Grima said. “From being involved in the beginning nine years ago to help create what Service NSW is now, to supporting the community through the COVID - 19 and bushfire response has been such a unique experience.�

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Historic, often controversial estate at Mulgoa set to have exciting future for public ALENA HIGGINS

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The public is being invited to have its say on the future of Fernhill. gallery is also on the cards, as is re-leasing the equestrian facility for recreational riding and eventing.

Activating the estate through to 2030 includes refurbishing Fernhill House and establishing a major tourism destination or arts and culture precinct.

Greater Sydney Parklands will also work with Penrith Council on potential specialist sports such as archery, and creating broader walking and cycling connections to create long distance walking and hiking

trails from the Blue Mountains to Fernhill and south to Camden.

Located next to Mulgoa Village, much of the sprawling estate still looks as it once did in the early days of the British colony when it was first established by early pastoralists, the Cox family.

The NSW Government acquired the estate, which comprises the heritagelisted homestead, another home and outbuildings, gardens, lakes, paddocks and 2km horse race track, from Angas

Securities for $27.25 million in 2018. It followed multiple attempts by Rookwood Cemeteries to purchase the estate and transform a portion of the site into a cemetery.

Those plans sparked widespread public backlash, however, and were ultimately rejected by the State Government.

Most of Fernhill Estate is on the State Heritage Register, while the remainder of the estate is listed as a place of local heritage significance by Penrith Council.

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reater Sydney Parklands has revealed its 10- year plan for Mulgoa’s historic Fernhill Estate.

Saved from the clutches of developers by the NSW Government in 2018, the 423ha site was vested to Greater Sydney Parklands in 2020 to secure quality green space for the people of western Sydney and NSW. Currently on public exhibition until February 1, the draft Fernhill Estate Plan of Management 2030 establishes actions to sustainably activate the site while protecting its natural and cultural heritage.

“With the estate now in public ownership we will start to make more of the land available for the community,” it states.

“Over time the estate will be a place for recreational activities such as bushwalking, bike riding and specialised sports, events, cultural and artistic programs or as a new tourism destination.”

Actions for the first 12 months include opening the estate for walking, picnics, programs and events, and opening the house for tours or special events.

Delivering an annual event such as a music or equestrian event or outdoor

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Llandilo residents left locked out of walking track; Council promises to intervene EMILY FESZCZUK

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landilo residents are feeling overlooked as their request for access to the Wianamatta Regional Park Walking Track appears to be rejected by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS).

Steven Crameri, one of the locals who called for an access gate to be installed on Ninth Avenue for the ‘Luxford Trail’, said he is disappointed by the response. “The Parliamentary Secretary for the Environment and Veterans James Griffin responded saying he was advised by NPWS that it would pose a risk of animals escaping through the gate and vandalised fences,� he said. “They have talked about how great these two-way gates are, so it really is just another situation where rural suburbs miss out compared to the newer residential rate payers in Jordan Springs and Ropes Crossing.�

Mr Crameri said it is a wasted opportunity for residents to enjoy the track, which runs from Jordan Springs to Ropes Crossing and has a section in Llandilo. “We have this beautiful resource right on our doorstep which is a best kept secret unless you go looking for it, yet we can’t

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Calls for access rejected

Steven Crameri and his family at the Wianamatta Regional Park. Photo: Melinda Jane. use it. The two streets to access it in the new suburbs are fairly hidden but if a gate was put on Ninth Avenue more people would see it and be able to enjoy it,� he said.

A NPWS spokesperson said the security fencing around the park is designed to keep the estimated 150 Eastern Grey Kangaroos and six emus safely inside. “Additional gates or access points into the park would likely increase the risk that these animals wander into residential

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Penrith Councillor Ross Fowler said Council will try to work with NPWS to get a gate installed sooner.

“Councillor Tricia Hitchen has suggested organising an on- site meeting between Council and National Parks, so we will be pursuing this because it seems common sense to include the residents of Llandilo,� he said. “Any anti- social behaviour could be managed and the benefits of allowing people to exercise and enjoy nature while social distancing far outweighs any potential risks, so it shouldn’t be deemed too hard.�

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No promise on new shops Locals in the dark about supermarket’s future after Station Plaza is forced to close ALENA HIGGINS

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ydney Metro has dodged questions about whether it intends to include a supermarket or shopping centre in its plans for the new-look St Marys Train Station.

Community members have expressed their dismay at the impending loss of Coles and specialty stores within Station Plaza, which is due to be compulsorily acquired by Sydney Metro early next year for construction of the North- South rail link.

It was hoped land could be acquired and a new shopping centre built on a portion of the Beacroft Place car park at 5-13 Gidley Street, St Marys.

However, Penrith Council, which owns the site, rejected the proposal.

The Weekender understands Haben Property, which owns Station Plaza, had looked at other sites for the replacement shopping centre, but they were across multiple landholdings or not deep enough to house the development.

Council declined Haben’s proposal in favour of continuing with its already-inmotion plans to convert the at- grade car park into a multi-storey car park providing 667 spaces.

The car park currently has 340 spots with a three-hour limit.

Council was also tight- lipped about whether it had considered teaming up with Haben to provide a shopping centre on the bottom floor of its proposed car park.

It also refused to confirm or deny whether its new multi- storey car park would be paid parking.

However, it did say it was not aware of any details for future retail/commercial development of the area by Sydney Metro.

“Sydney Metro will be compulsorily acquiring a large number of sites around St Marys Train Station,” a Council spokesman said.

“Future use of the sites is a consideration for Sydney Metro as they finalise their plans.

“Council is currently finalising its plans for the [Beacroft Place] site and we look forward to sharing the details with yourself and the community, in the coming months.”

When the Weekender reached out to Sydney Metro, it was even less forthcoming.

“The Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project is tasked with delivering metro rail and a station at St Marys,” a Sydney Metro spokesman said.

Local jobs and crucial amenities remain up in the air with the impending closure of Station Plaza. Photo: Melinda Jane.

“Sydney Metro is working with existing tenants of Station Plaza to understand relocation needs and to ensure they are fairly and reasonably compensated.

“Negotiations are carried out in accordance with the Land Acquisition (Just Terms) Act.” Your thoughts? Tweet @wwpenrith.

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L AW a n d O R D E R St Marys: Man injured in unprovoked attack at shops

Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted in St Marys late last week.

About 7.20am on Friday, January 22, a man was waiting for the Return and Earn machines at St Marys Village Shopping Centre to open.

While loading his cans, the man was hit in the head by an unknown man and fell into a nearby fence.

The unknown man has been described as 40-50 years old, of Caucasian appearance with a receding hairline, mullet style haircut and a grey and dark beard.

At the time he was wearing a longsleeved fluorescent work shirt, dark shorts, black joggers with a black backpack.

The victim received some bruising, swelling and two loose teeth as a result of the attack.

Police are urging anyone who has seen the man or has information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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A Glenmore Park man has been caught with suspected stolen goods in Penrith.

On Sunday, January 21 proactive police were patrolling the Mondo area of Westfield Penrith when they saw a man not wearing a bike helmet.

When police tried to stop the man to talk to him, he ran from police before being apprehended.

The man told police he ran away as he had an ice pipe in his underwear.

Police searched the man and found four items of brand new clothing with tags in his bags.

The man said he paid cash but could not recall when he purchased them.

He was issued a field court attendance notice for the offence of ‘goods in custody’.

He is to appear in Penrith Local Court on Thursday, March 18.

Residents warned to not leave valuable items in vehicles

Police are urging residents to be vigilant after several ‘steal from motor vehicle’ incidents have occurred.

On January 24 and 25, vehicles were targeted in Penrith, Jordan Springs and Cambridge Park.

A number of the victims had left wallets and money in their vehicles overnight.

Residents are reminded to not leave valuables in vehicles and to ensure that vehicles are locked at all times.

Warning issued to locals about dodgy phone calls

Police are warning members of the public about unsolicited calls from alleged banks and other institutions.

Police have received continued incidents where individuals are being asked to verify personal details while another caller attempts to defraud the individual.

Police have advised if individuals receive a call from someone identifying to be their bank or another institution, to tell the caller you will call the bank back.

It is then recommended to call the number you have for the bank, not a number provided by the caller.

St Clair: Bar fridge sparks fire, but no injuries reported

Police attended a house fire with NSW Fire and Rescue in St Clair last weekend.

About 5.15pm on Saturday, January 23 neighbours saw a fire coming from the roof of a home in St Clair.

A small fire started from a bar fridge sitting on a back table.

With wind and high temperatures outside, the fire then spread onto a pergola before leading onto the roof of the main dwelling.

Emergency services attended the scene to examine and it was determined the cause of the fire to be an electoral fault in the bar bridge.

No person was home or injured as a result of the fire.

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NSW Trustee & Guardian We often get people whose loved ones pass away leaving a Will that appoints the NSW Trustee & Guardian (also known as the Public Trustee) as Executor.

This often prompts questions about the role of the NSW Trustee & Guardian, in particular in relation to deceased Estates, financial management, and guardianship.

The NSW Trustee & Guardian is a State Government agency that provides a range of services to citizens of NSW in relation to legal, health, and financial matters. For example, they provide a Will writing service. Generally speaking however, whilst they will not charge any fees upfront they usually suggest that the deceased person appoints them as their Executor, and thereafter they charge a percentage of the deceased person’s Estate to finalise matters after they die.

Quite often appointing a private citizen such as a family member or friend who engages a private solicitor to administer a deceased’s Estate is far cheaper than appointing the NSW Trustee & Guardian.

The NSW Trustee & Guardian is also the first port of call if somebody loses their capacity to manage their financial and health affairs if they do not have a Power of Attorney or Enduring Guardianship in place.

A person who is concerned that someone has lost the capacity to manage their own affairs can make an application to the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) for the appointment of a Financial Manager (Power of Attorney)

to make financial decisions and/or a Guardian (Enduring Guardianship) to make health and lifestyle decisions for the relevant person.

Whilst these applications are determined by NCAT, it is often the case that the NSW Trustee & Guardian will be appointed as the Financial Manager and/ or Guardian of an incapacitated person where there is no more appropriate person to do the job.

The NSW Trustee & Guardian would then be responsible for managing the incapacitated person’s finances.

Usually there will be a family member or friend who is able to appointed as Guardian, however if not, the NSW Trustee & Guardian also fulfils this role for thousands of incapacitated persons in the State.

For a person who has not yet lost capacity, the NSW Trustee & Guardian also offers Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship writing services.

The organisation is essentially set up to provide assistance to people in managing their financial and other affairs in circumstances where they cannot do so themselves due to some form of incapacity.

If you have made a Will appointing the NSW Trustee & Guardian as your Executor, remember this cannot be undone after your death and may be at a significant cost to your Estate. You should consider if there is a more appropriate private citizen who might be able to act your Executor and/or make enquiries with a private solicitor as to what the costs of administering your Estate might be compared to the NSW Trustee & Guardian.

But Labor questions why work hasn’t already commenced on promised project EMILY FESZCZUK

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he State and Federal Governments say the Emu Plains commuter car park upgrade is on track despite Labor labelling it a broken promise.

While the proposed car park is one of 67 promised around Australia in 2019, there is believed to only be four projects currently under construction as a part of the Federal and State Government initiative.

Federal Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, Catherine King, said that is not good enough, as most of the projects were forecast to begin construction through the 2019/2020 financial year.

“As Australians head back to the office and are left searching for a car park outside their local train station, the one person they have to blame is the Prime Minister,” she said.

“This is the latest infrastructure fail from a government which averages an infrastructure underspend of $1.2 billion each year and last financial year failed to spend a cent on congestion- busting projects in NSW.” With the project aiming to provide more convenient access to public transport, Ms King said that it is vital for it to happen.

Emu Plains train station is getting a new commuter car park. Photo: Megan Dunn.

“You can’t park a car on a press release – delivery is all that matters and when it comes to delivery, the Morrison Government is failing.”

Despite Labor’s claims, State Penrith MP Stuart Ayres, who promised the car park as part of his State Election campaign, said the upgrade is on track.

“The new Emu Plains commuter car park is on time and will be delivered in early 2022,” he said.

“Once completed it will add 750 new parking spaces.”

As part of the planning process, consultation was undertaken of the plans to identify any potential design flaws.

Transport for NSW has reviewed all submissions and is currently investigating possible improvements to vehicle and pedestrian access at the site.

Federal Member for Lindsay Melissa McIntosh said the Federal and State governments are still working together on the delivery of the new car park.

“Ensuring better commutes and less congestion on our roads is a priority for our community, and for me,” Ms McIntosh said.

“Planning on the project is underway with construction due to commence this year and is expected to be completed in early 2022.”

The Transport for NSW website states, that subject to planning approval, construction is expected to begin in the next few months.

To keep up to date with the project, visit www.transport.nsw.gov.au/projects/ current-projects/emu-plains-commutercar-park.

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Sporting club welcomes promise of lighting upgrade

Stuart Ayres with representatives from Emu Plains JAFLC at Dukes Oval.

“This will be of great benefit to the club as it continues to grow over the next few years. Better lighting will allow us more options for matches and wet weather catch-ups,” he said.

“As a club we will, for the first time, be placing teams into the Sydney Harbour as well as the western Sydney competition this season which is a big step forward for AFL in the region. The improved facilities will go a long way towards making this a success.

“On behalf of the club, I thank everyone for their efforts in making this grant available for the upgrade at Dukes Oval.”

Locals leading the way with strong waste management

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enrith City Council is congratulating the local Penrith community for another year of ‘never wasting a chance’ to be great with waste.

2020 had many noteworthy achievements when it came to the Penrith community’s management of waste, including celebrating 10 years of FOGO (Food Organic Green Organics), embracing Council’s online booking systems at The Waste Spot, increased participation in e-waste and chemical waste drop-off events, and the increased numbers across Council’s annual Christmas services program.

Penrith Mayor and Sustainability Champion Karen McKeown congratulated the community for their outstanding waste and recycling efforts over the past year.

“The Penrith community are trailblazers when it comes to innovative waste management and resource recovery,” Cr McKeown said.

“On behalf of Council and the entire waste team I want to thank residents for embracing our systems because, together, we’re leading the way with waste innovation.

“Both Christmas drop- off programs were a great success, with the recycling drop-off fortnight seeing approximately 800 households choosing to drop off their excess recycling. The majority of material dropped off was cardboard, which will be recycled locally in Smithfield.

“The Christmas tree drop-off accepted only real trees and saw around 150 households dropping off their tree to be mulched and used again. The event collected approximately 162 real trees in total.

“Penrith Council offers many waste services to the community to empower residents and ensure waste is managed efficiently. As a result, Penrith is leading the way with excellent and positive waste management and innovation, with the community now experiencing the benefits of their efforts towards never wasting a chance to be great with waste.”

For more information about Penrith Council’s waste services and for tips and tricks on how you can be great with waste, head online and visit penrith.city/ waste.

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ighting upgrades will take place at Dukes Oval in Emu Plains thanks to new funding announced by the State Government.

State Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres confirmed the $160,000 upgrade through the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund.

“The floodlighting upgrade for Dukes Oval will enable evening competition to take place and make night time training safer,” Mr Ayres said.

Paul Jones of Emu Plains JAFLC said the club is extremely pleased to hear of the upgrading of lights at Dukes Oval.

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Big win for Erskine Park couple An Erskine Park couple is celebrating after winning more than half a million dollars in last Saturday’s Lotto draw.

With nine Division One winning entries to be split, the couple walked away with $678,308.17 and are planning an early retirement.

The couple say they celebrated their big win with sausage rolls and meat pies, and a glass of Moscato, in true Australia Day style.

“This prize doesn’t make us millionaires, but it’s life- changing for us,” the couple said.

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othing is more important than handson experience for our future leaders of innovation.

That’s why the State Government is offering new opportunities for western Sydney students interested in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) as part of the Federal Government’s Maker Projects program.

Not- for- profit Western Sydney Business Connection has received $97,000 under the program to deliver the Western Sydney STEM Careers Interactive Series project.

This interactive CSIRO program will allow students to create and replicate astrophysics equipment and develop coding for 3D modelling.

Schools in the Penrith region will also be invited to participate in the Term 1 2022 Virtual Expo.

Liberal Senator for Western Sydney, Marise Payne, encouraged students to take up the challenge to spark their curiosity about STEM fields and careers.

“STEM skills are the future – they’re the passport to the jobs of the future in advanced manufacturing, defence, health and medical science and agri- business, that are being

developed in western Sydney, for western Sydney,” she said.

“This unique program will bring the opportunities associated with the Western Sydney International Airport and the Aerotropolis into the classroom, ensuring students familiarise themselves through practical workshops.”

General Manager of Western Sydney Business Connection Amanda Brisot said the project is all about equipping students with essential skills that they can use in the future.

“We’re very excited to be delivering this educational program in schools across western Sydney because we know that our region will be ‘ground zero’ for STEM-related careers,” she said.

“The generous support of the government will mean we are able to invite over 300 western Sydney schools, including schools in the Penrith region, to participate in the program which is being supported by CSIRO.” The Maker Projects grants are part of the Inspiring Australia – Science Engagement Program and support STEM-related organisations and businesses to partner with other businesses, experts, schools and community organisations to deliver STEM initiatives.

Students are being encouraged to get involved with STEM fields and careers.

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“One in five million”: The local bub born with super rare disease and his brave fight EMILY FESZCZUK

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very expecting parent just wants their baby to be born healthy, but Penrith husband and wife Nathan and Natasha Lucas knew something was wrong when their second son was born last year covered in bruises and lesions.

At just one- week- old, baby Ashton was diagnosed with being born with a type of cancer so rare it impacts only one in five million babies.

Born in Nepean Hospital on November 17, Ms Lucas said she was heartbroken when she found out Ashton was sick.

“My pregnancy was perfect, but I had a high-risk history and I just felt something wasn’t right so went in at 36 weeks for an emergency caesarean and was shocked when he came out covered in horrible bruises,” she said.

“He was taken straight to the NICU at Nepean but all of his levels were low, so he got an urgent transfer to Westmead Children’s Hospital where at a week old it was confirmed he had Congenital Acute Myeloid Leukemia.”

A rare cancer, especially in newborns, Ms Lucas said it has been stressful trying to come up with a treatment plan for her son, who has never been outside.

Natasha Lucas with her son Ashton.

“A lot of the doctors and nurses have never seen anything like this before, especially in newborns, and there are no real case studies to refer to what treatment would work best,” she said.

“He has to go through four rounds of chemo and then after that he may need a bone marrow transplant. But since he was

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Ashton soon after he was born. born with cancer, they don’t know if it will treat it long-term or if it will come back.”

Trying to stay positive, Ms Lucas said they have created a Facebook page to share Ashton’s journey and to spread awareness.

“We hope that by sharing his story, someone in the medical industry might know a way it could be picked up before

birth so we can save other families from the shock of going through this,” she said.

“It would also be amazing if there were other people around the world who may have experienced this and can reach out to share, so we don’t feel so lonely.”

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Charity on the front foot WestCare to help local kids in need thanks to donation from One Point Health EMILY FESZCZUK

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ne Point Health in Penrith has partnered with community organisation WestCare to make sure struggling kids start the year off on the right foot.

The health hub has donated around 30 pairs of new school shoes to help local families.

One Point Health footwear specialist, Chris Moulds, said it is important for children to have proper school shoes.

“Kids need their feet supported during the very important developmental phase of growth and good, supportive footwear will reduce the risk of foot and leg pains,” he said.

“We have donated a range of school shoes suited for children in both primary and secondary school, that are all different sizes which we are sure WestCare will help us distribute to the right people.”

After a tough 2020, Mr Moulds said the team at One Point Health wanted to give back to the community.

“We always do everything we can to get behind and support charities and initiatives benefiting the community and our whole team is always willing to give their time to these,” he said.

Chris Moulds, Lucy Shaw and Andrew Paech. Photo: Megan Dunn.

“We thought it was a great idea to try to find some children that may not have access to appropriate school shoes for

whatever reason and partner with an organisation with connections to ensure they find the right people.”

Mr Moulds said it was a shared passion that led to the decision to work with an organisation like WestCare.

“WestCare is an amazing organisation, committed to the relief of poverty, suffering, and distress of people in the Penrith community through a range of initiatives,” he said.

“We both share a passion for the Penrith community and most of their services are free of charge with many volunteers involved.”

Director of WestCare, Andrew Paech, said they were delighted to receive the generous donation from the One Point Health team.

“As the new school year starts back there are families genuinely unable to provide school shoes for their kids, so our student wellbeing officers will have no problem working with local primary and high schools to find homes for this quality footwear,” he said.

Mr Paech said it was great to have One Point Health reach out to the charity with the idea.

“It once again showcases the effectiveness of key community partnerships in Penrith and demonstrates the power of our mission statement which is ‘Local needs met by local people’,” Mr Paech told the Weekender.

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I’ve never written a letter to a newspaper before, but as a long-time Penrith resident who is bidding the city farewell next week, I thought it fitting to do so. I’ve lived here all of my 35 years. Went to school here, got my first job here. I had my first drink at Panthers on my 18th birthday, have attended more Penrith home games than I can remember and have enjoyed countless river walks, unique experiences and a couple of visits to the Nepean Hospital Emergency Room. I also started a family here, and firmly believe it’s one of the greatest cities in our country, yet most seem to not realise it. It’s been a tough decision to leave Penrith, but a work opportunity means it’s time to pack up the family home and head south to Victoria. Along the way I’ve also been an avid reader of The Western Weekender, and will now become a follower of the digital version. Thank you Penrith, you’ve been wonderful to me.

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Time to re-think Honours List The Margaret Court issue aside, I think it’s clearly time to re-think the Australia Day Honours List and our bestowing of such recognition on people who are, in reality, just doing their job. For example, this week Kerry O’Brien “rejected” his Honour – a real modern day hero – but why did he get it in the first place? For

doing his job all these years? Clearly we need a total re-think of these Honours.

Giving them to people for doing their day job, and getting handsomely rewarded for doing so, is just wrong.

STEVE WILLOUGHBY, CRANEBROOK

Courting controversy I don’t necessarily agree Margaret Court deserves an upgrade to her title (what’s she done in recent years to justify such a change to her existing honour?), but I believe the controversy that has surrounded this is unfair. We live in a free country, and Margaret Court is entitled to have whatever view she chooses to. She may sit on the wrong side of history, but so did 40 per cent of the population who voted against same-sex marriage. A small chunk of those 40 per cent likely already have an OAM or such. We need to stop destroying people who have a different opinion to hours. It’s embarrassing and unhealthy.

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Not happy with burgers Thank God... we can all sleep easy now that we know Penrith has ANOTHER hamburger joint (Five guys to call Penrith home, Weekender January 22). And an American owned one as well.

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Shade sails improve safety But families demand to know why a broken sail hasn’t been fixed after four months there is no shade structure as there is a risk to the public of the slides overheating without sufficient shade.”

A Council spokesperson confirmed they are working with the developers on the replacement sail and re- opening but cannot provide a timeframe for the rectification works.

“Once the shade sails are removed and a timeframe for replacement is confirmed, we will look to see if there is a safe and practical way to re-open part of the park,” the spokesperson said.

“Safety of the playground users is a priority for Council, and we want to ensure that when the park is re- opened, the swings and slides are suitable for families and children to use.”

EMILY FESZCZUK

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ocal playgrounds are set to be cooler with Penrith Council rolling out new shade sails at various parks in the Penrith Local Government Area.

But while 90 play spaces are gaining improved shade facilities, Council is feeling the heat from Glenmore Park residents over the Neighbourhood Linear Park playground in Mulgoa Rise.

The first 15 spaces have been fitted with contemporary shade materials, supported by robust steel frames to give children of all ages more play time shielded from the sun’s UV rays.

Despite the great work, families that use the currently closed Neighbourhood Linear Park are wondering when a shade sail, which broke on September 25 last year will be fixed.

Mulgoa Rise resident Jen Webster said it is a shame that it has been closed for so long with no expected date to re-open.

“All the residents here have been waiting eagerly for it to re- open for a long time now and it is getting hard to explain to our almost three-year- old why she still can’t play on it,” she said.

“I think the community would all really appreciate Council’s and the developer’s

Jen Webster’s daughter Elauri upset at the closed park. Photo: Melinda Jane. haste on the matter as there are only limited places for kids to play due to COVID.” A joint initiative with Council and developers Mulpha and Mulgoa Sanctuary, a spokesperson from Mulpha said the failure of the shade sail from strong winds

is currently under investigation.

“An investigation into the causes of the failure has been undertaken by an independent engineer and the contractor,” the Mulpha spokesperson said.

“Penrith City Council have requested that the playground remain closed while

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We all know 2020 was a difficult and unusual year, but despite the challenges the community faced, Penrith banded together to continue to be leaders in waste innovation.

We celebrated 10 years of FOGO (food organics and garden organics) in our urban areas with our rural community celebrating their first year on the FOGO system, we saw an increase in participation in e-waste and chemical waste drop-off events and residents embraced the online booking system for bulky waste collections at The Waste Spot. The year finished well with the impressive uptake of the annual additional holiday services including drop-off days and extra bin collections over the Christmas period.

Both Christmas drop-off programs were a great success, with the recycling drop-off fortnight seeing approximately 800 households choosing to drop off their excess recycling.

The majority of material collected was cardboard.

The Christmas tree drop-off accepted only real trees and saw 150 households dropping off their tree to be mulched and used again. The event collected approximately 162 real trees in total.

Penrith City Council offers many waste services to the community to empower residents to do the right thing with their waste while ensuring it is managed appropriately. As a result, Penrith is leading the way with excellent and positive waste management and innovation, with the community now experiencing the benefits of their efforts towards never wasting a chance to be great with waste.

Our community are trailblazers when it comes to efficient waste management and resource recovery. I wanted to take this opportunity to thank residents for embracing our systems because together, we’re leading the way with waste innovation.

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Making birth calmer: New program comes to Nepean

Calmbirth classes will start at Nepean Hospital in February.

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highly acclaimed birth education program will be available for expectant mothers and their birth partners from next month at Nepean Hospital.

The only hospital in western Sydney currently offering Calmbirth, the classes will provide tips and techniques to enhance the birthing experience.

Nepean Hospital Midwifery Consultant, Justine Elliott said the program that is run by a trained facilitator who is also a midwife is proven to make the giving birth experience more positive and helps to decrease the impact of postnatal depression.

“Calmbirth gives women and caregivers the tools to promote positive birth, decrease stress and empower women by instilling them with confidence during birth,” Ms Elliott said.

“Midwives highly value the education the program provides women, and we believe Calmbirth will be of real benefit to the expectant parents we care for.”

Focusing on a mind- body connection through relaxation, the program, which is recommend for women between 24-34 weeks gestation, will offer an alternative to traditional antenatal classes which are still available at Nepean Hospital.

The two- day program will run on weekends and will cost $550 for two people to attend. For more information or bookings visit calmbirth.com.au.

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he Haven – Nepean Women’s Shelter has been named as the chosen fundraising charity for Penrith City Council’s 2021 Mayoral Golf Charity Day. Functioning as a safe haven for Penrith women and their children who have fled from a domestic violence situation, the organisation provides knowledge and services aimed at protecting, empowering and inspiring these women so they may regain control and start over.

“Unfortunately, domestic violence is an ongoing issue in our community; one that is tearing apart families and, more devastatingly, claiming lives,” Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown said.

“Our annual Mayoral Golf Charity Day raises money for a local organisation and I feel honoured that in early 2021 we will pass on donations to this very worthy cause.”

Chair of The Haven, Sharon Levy, said the donations will make a significant difference for those in need, following what has been a truly challenging 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The Haven is grateful for the ongoing support from Council, with our limited capacity to fundraise and the difficulties COVID- 19 has presented in terms of not only increased numbers of domestic violence cases but also our ability to

provide our services with the threat of the pandemic over our heads, which is heightened in a communal living space,” Ms Levy said.

“Thank you to both Council and the supporters of this event for helping to keep our doors open to those in our community who are most vulnerable.”

As one of The Haven’s directors, Deputy Mayor Tricia Hitchen welcomed the news and has thanked Council and Cr McKeown on behalf of the organisation.

“Since COVID- 19, our need for services have gone up by 20 per cent but our ability to raise money to keep The Haven going has dwindled to zero,” Cr Hitchen said.

“To choose us as your nominated charity has come at a good time because we are in such great need.”

On average in Australia, one woman a week is killed due to family and domestic violence.

In 2018-2019, the Penrith Local Government Area had roughly 1,200 reported incidents of domestic violence.

The 2021 Mayoral Charity Golf Day will be held on Friday, March 12 at Penrith Golf Club.

For team registration and sponsorship opportunities attached to the event, contact events@penrith.city or call 4732 8678.

Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown.

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In the latter instance it is wise, before the year starts to get busy again, to have a look at the processes you have in place in your business and work out how you can make it safe.

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Once done, make up colourful posters to put on your shopfronts that you are attempting to be a COIVD-safe business and ask your customers to support your efforts.

There is a lot of support available from both the State and Federal Governments in terms of signage and materials.

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The reality is that the wily virus is still poking its nose in where it doesn’t belong and there will be no vaccination on its way for a while yet.

So, we will have to live with COVID-19 and the issues it brings.

The NSW Government is working hard to keep us all in business and as fully employed as possible, and they are being quite successful in that mission, without question.

Those of us who have online businesses are probably experiencing an upturn in orders as households adapt to shopping online.

Those who have retail/service businesses which revolve around walk-in trade are needing to work out how to do business as usual, especially when it comes to mask mandates and the like.

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THROWING IN THE TOWEL

Penrith is getting a new Mexican restaurant with El Gringos Locos to open in March.

The Weekender understands the restaurant will open within the Nepean Village complex.

“El Gringos Locos is about to launch with an explosion of colour, fun and all things Mexican!” the restaurant said on its Facebook page.

El Gringos Locos is currently recruiting staff, with interviews to kick off next week.

You can find details on their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ elgringoslocos.

RECYCLING INITIATIVE RETURNS

Australian homewares brand, Sheridan, has resumed its successful recycling program, after it was put on hold in early 2020 due to COVID- 19 safety and hygiene restrictions.

The homewares industry experienced a spike in sales during isolation periods last year as more Australians focused on improving the comfort and aesthetic of their homes.

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Sheridan is taking action to ensure Australia’s home decorating habits are more sustainable moving forward. Customers are encouraged to donate their unwanted bed linen and towels, of any brand, to Sheridan’s Recycling Program.

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Every Sheridan Boutique and Outlet store, including the Penrith store, is equipped with a recycling bin, making it easier than ever for customers to ensure their unwanted products are diverted from landfill.

Bed linen and towels brought into stores are collected by a third party and sent to one of Sheridan’s partner factories to be broken down into recycled materials.

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AUS DAY OPERA HOUSE LIGHTS UP For the first time on Australia Day, the Sydney Opera House sails were lit up at dawn with Indigenous art as a poignant recognition of Australia’s First Nations people.

Shortly after first light, the Aboriginal flag was raised alongside the Australian flag on the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

These two significant dawn moments set the tone for Australia Day 2021 on Tuesday.

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Amelia has unseated Charlotte as the most popular girls’ baby name for 2020, while Oliver claimed prime position for the boys for the seventh straight year.

Amelia took out the girls’ top spot ahead of Olivia, while the always strongperformer Charlotte was bumped down to third place after being most favoured for the past three years running.

The fastest mover in the top 10 for boys over the past decade was Leo – jumping 61 spots up the rankings to reach fourth place in 2020. Isla has also shot up the charts over the past 10 years, climbing 18 spots in the girls’ list to place fourth. Zoe also broke into the top 10 names for girls.

WAYNE’S WORLD Wayne Tunks is returning to the airwaves in Penrith, with the entertainer, writer and broadcaster confirmed as the new breakfast host on ‘80s station My88.

Locals may remember Tunks from his stint as Mornings presenter on Kick 87.6 around a decade ago.

Tunks will host breakfast from 7am-10am, starting on February 1.

Tunks is a proud western Sydney local from Blacktown, who has written and performed in dozens of plays across Sydney.

He’s also known for his passion for ‘80s music.

“This year and beyond my focus is on empowering survivors and education as a primary means of prevention.”

AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR GRACE TAME

Penrith’s ever- changing restaurant scene has had another major change, with long- time Italian restaurant Panarottis closing during the week.

The restaurant had been a mainstay in Panthers for many years, originally opening in a spot accessible from the main foyer, and then moving inside when renovations happened a little over a decade ago.

The restaurant entered voluntary administration late last year but had intended to remain trading.

“It has been very emotional for us but a decision for the future of Panarottis Penrith was made and unfortunately not having our lease renewed made it impossible for us to continue operations while originally, we had every intention of staying open,” the restaurant said on its Facebook page.

“We want to say thank you to all of our customers that have sent kind messages and came in to have their final Panarottis meal. We will definitely keep you all informed if we decide to re-open elsewhere.”

A new restaurant will open inside Panthers in the near future. Meantime, we’ll all just have to dream about those delicious Mobster pizzas!

EXTRA TIME RETURNS IN 2021 AS PANTHERS LOOK TO GO ONE BETTER The Western Weekender has confirmed that its popular rugby league liftout, Extra Time, will return for the 2021 NRL season.

With its usual focus on the Penrith Panthers, advertising packages incorporating ads within the publication and corporate tickets to games at Panthers Stadium are now on sale.

“Extra Time had a very successful year in 2020, covering Penrith’s incredible run of wins all the way to the Grand Final

at ANZ Stadium,” said Weekender Managing Editor, Troy Dodds.

“We look forward to bringing Panthers fans the most comprehensive coverage of their team this year, with wonderful insights into the team and our unique look at what’s happening behind the scenes.”

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Taylor and Peter Lang will head up the coverage, with more columnists to be confirmed in the coming weeks.

The Masked Panther will also return, bringing fans all the latest gossip from Panthers HQ. The first edition of Extra Time for the 2021 season will be out on Friday, March 12.

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ENTERTAINMENT PENRITH’S BIGGEST AND BEST LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

Amazing TV set to delight n your marks and get set because the new season of ‘The Amazing Race Australia’ gets underway this Monday.

Former NRL star Beau Ryan returns as host as the race takes unexpected detours around Australia due to the pandemic.

With teams finding out just how amazing our own backyard is, Beau said it makes for the most exciting season yet.

“I have been lucky to work on a few TV shows in my career, but this is the most exciting because we show the best of our country, we have the best contestants, and it is wholesome viewing for everyone,” he told the Weekender.

“I was a little bummed originally when we didn’t get to go overseas but after travelling to towns I had heard of, but never visited before and meeting the wonderful people who live there, I would pick Australia every time.”

Despite each team having a ‘home ground’ advantage, Beau said every challenge, which he trials himself, was taken up a notch.

“Language is usually a barrier for teams overseas but this year the conditions were a challenge as we went from the top

of Australia to the bottom and basically got the four seasons, which made it a little hard to pack,” he said.

“When I signed up to host, I agreed to try all the challenges whether it is the day before or an hour before so I can tell you the tasks were fast and tough, sometimes physically or more mentally with the problem solving involved.”

With a record 30,000 people applying for their shot to win the grand prize of $250,000, Beau said there is a team that everyone at home can relate to.

“I didn’t think our cast could get better from last year, but I am so proud that we are representing how multicultural our country is with our teams and their different cultures and beliefs,” he said.

“With two mums from Queensland, Indigenous cousins, Sikh best mates, a Filipino daughter and dad, the couples, cowboys, siblings and what we have titled the ‘frenemies’ from western Sydney, everyone can see a bit of themselves in one team.”

With Beau choosing his former Tigers teammate and close friend Benji Marshall as his partner if he ever competed, he said this is a race that will not disappoint.

“This feel- good show has plenty of ‘wow’ moments but also lots of drama as we bring the best and worst out in each team, so I can’t wait for people see it,” he said.

‘The Amazing Race’ premieres on Monday, February 1 at 7.30pm on 10.

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Axe throwing is the surprising activity you’ll fall in love with If you want to unleash your inner lumberjack then Throw Axe is the place for you. Throw Axe has been described as ‘darts on steroids’ and is quick to learn and a lot of fun. The expert coaches will teach you the techniques to safely hurl axes and get a few bullseyes along the way. It is a great activity for families, team building or an event with friends and requires a minimum of six people in a group to book. Open by appointmentonly, it is located on York Road, Jamisontown. For more information or to book, visit www.throwaxehq.com.au or call 0408 153 411.

Penrith Women’s Health Centre • Monday to Friday 4721 8749 Suicide Prevention and Support Network 0402 627 696

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Enjoy the thrill of harness racing

Bounce on in to Inflatable World in St Marys for some fun. Tickets are from $10. Visit www.inflatableworldoz.com.au.

Pick a winner at Penrith Paceway’s harness racing each Thursday night from 6pm. Call 4721 2375 for more information.

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‘Blue: The Songs of Joni Mitchell’ will be on at the Riverside Theatre in Parramatta on Friday, February 12 at 7pm. Tickets are from $34. To book or for more information, call 8839 3399 or visit www.riversideparramatta.com. au.

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The indie pop musician’s special show will be a part of the Wanderlust Concert Series, which will inspire you to figuratively travel to exotic places through uplifting and thrilling music.

Lyrically poetic and with a luxurious sound, Leah’s latest works are deeply personal after she returned to her hometown of Darwin in 2020 after almost a decade in Sydney.

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the soil of her roots, she has skilfully synthesised long- formed thoughts on belonging, identity and self- knowing with maturity and self-assurance.

Her songs are not only an exploration but a celebration of her multicultural heritage that includes First Nations, Italian and Irish.

She has carved out her own place and personality despite having such a multi- faceted background which has resulted in narrative driven songs that truly sparkle.

Leah Flanagan will be on at the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub on Friday, February 12 at 8pm.

Tickets are $35. To book or for more information, call 4723 5050 or visit www.bluemountainstheatre.com.au.

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Ê The first of two ‘Married at First Sight’ grand reunions will premiere on Channel Nine this Sunday, January 31 at 7pm. The specials will see former cast members return for a dinner party. The cast, which has been revealed so far, includes Dean Wells, Tracey Jewel, Cyrell Paule, Ines Basic, Jessika Power and Martha Kalifatidis. The second grand reunion will air the following night at 7.30pm. Ê SBS will screen a new Titanic documentary titled ‘Titanic: Into the Heart of the Wreck’. The 90-minute doco, directed

by Thomas Risch, covers the exploration of the shipwreck from its discovery in 1985 up to the present day. It also features contributions from ‘Titanic’ director James Cameron. No airdate has been announced but it shouldn’t be too far away. Ê

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Ê ABC comedy series ‘Rosehaven’ has been renewed for a fifth season. Luke McGregor and Celia Pacquola will return to the hit series, set in Tasmania’s-own McCallum Real Estate. The eight-part series will begin filming soon. Ê ‘Gogglebox Australia’ is back on our screens again, premiering on LifeStyle on Wednesday, February 17 at 7.30pm before its free-to-air screening on 10 on Thursday, February 18 at 8.30pm. Returning this season is Emmie, back on the couch with her daughter Kerry and granddaughter Isabelle, after restrictions prohibited her appearance throughout much of 2020.

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Ê The new season of ‘Hughesy, We Have A Problem’ premieres on 10 next Monday, February 8 at 8.30pm. This season host Dave Hughes will be joined each week by regulars Becky Lucas and Nazeem Hussain.

Ê Popular UK period drama ‘Peaky Blinders’ is wrapping up after its upcoming sixth season. The BBC First and Netflix series follows the story of Tommy Shelby and his notorious family’s rise to power against the backdrop of working class, post-WWI Birmingham. While this may be upsetting news for the show’s fans, its creator and writer Steven Knight has promised the story will continue in another form. Whatever that means! Ê Foxtel has announced it has secured the Australian rights to ‘The Drew Barrymore Show’, which will air weeknights on Fox Arena from Monday, February 1 at 7.30pm. The actress turned talk show host will chat with all the biggest names in Hollywood including her former costars Cameron Diaz and Lucy Liu from ‘Charlie’s Angels’ and Adam Sandler.

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12:00 ABC News [s] 1:00 Unforgotten (M l) [s] 2:10 The Ex-PM (M l,s) [s] 3:00 ABC News [s] 4:00 The Heights (PG) [s] 4:30 Back Roads (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery (PG) [s] 6:30 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat [s] 8:05 Vera (PG) [s] 9:35 Mystery Road (M l) [s] 10:25 State Of The Union (M) [s] 10:55 Barracuda (M l,s) [s] 11:55 rage (MA15+) [s]

6:00 Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show [s] 11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “Harum Scarum” (G) (’65) Stars: Elvis Presley 2:00 Surf Patrol [s] 2:30 Border Security International (PG) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Cricket: BBL: Eliminator: 4th v 5th *Live* From TBA [s] 11:00 Movie: “Se7en” (MA15+) (’95) Stars: Morgan Freeman 1:30 Home Shopping

12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:00 Animal Embassy: Aditlo Jorge [s] 1:30 Tennis: A Day At The Drive *Live* From Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Adelaide [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 Tennis: A Day At The Drive *Live* From Memorial Drive Tennis Centre, Adelaide [s] 11:00 Movie: “The Nice Guys” (MA15+) (’16) Stars: Ryan Gosling 1:00 Cybershack (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

12:00 Dr Phil (PG) [s] 1:00 TBA 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Living Room [s] 8:30 The Graham Norton Show (M l,s) [s] 10:30 The Project (PG) [s] 11:30 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert (PG) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 The Rise Of The Clans 3:00 NITV News: Nula 2021 3:25 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 4:30 Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) 5:30 Letters And Numbers 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Planet Of Treasures (PG) 8:30 Who Do You Think You Are UK? (PG) 9:35 VE Day - Minute By Minute (PG) 10:30 SBS World News Late 11:00 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (M)

3:30 Weekender 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens 5:30 Escape To The Country 6:30 Bargain Hunt 7:30 Dog Patrol (PG) 8:30 Escape To The Country: Norfolk 9:30 Selling Houses Australia 10:30 Property Ladder UK (PG)

4:00 STIHL Timbersports (PG) 4:30 Shipping Wars (PG) 5:30 Storage Wars (PG) 6:00 American Pickers (PG) 7:00 Pawn Stars (PG) 7:30 Movie: “Lost In Space” (PG) (’98) Stars: Jared Harris 10:10 Movie: “Sphere” (M v) (’98)

5:00 Modern Family (PG) 6:00 How I Met Your Mother (PG) 6:30 Movie: “Pleasantville” (PG) (’98) Stars: Reese Witherspoon 9:00 Movie: “The Sixth Sense” (M v) (’99) Stars: Bruce Willis 11:30 Movie: “Beckoning The Butcher” (M h,v,l) (’14)

5:00 Fraggle Rock 6:00 Hawaiian Style 6:30 Pete And Pio’s Kai Safari 7:00 NITV News: Nula 7:30 Movie: “Tia And Piujuq” (G) (’18) Stars: Tia Bshara 8:55 Bedtime Stories 9:05 The Fifth Region 10:05 Boy Nomad 10:30 Going Places With Ernie

3:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) 3:30 Diagnosis Murder (PG) 4:30 Star Trek: The Next Generation (PG) 5:30 Star Trek: Enterprise (PG) 6:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M) 8:30 Law & Order: SVU (M v) 10:30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (M)

3:00 Everybody Loves Raymond (PG) 4:00 Becker (PG) 5:00 Frasier (PG) 6:00 Friends (PG) 6:30 Neighbours (PG) 7:00 Friends (PG) 8:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:30 Movie: “The Legend Of Zorro” (M v) (’05)

4:00 We Bought The Farm 4:30 House Hunters USA 5:00 Raising House (PG) 6:00 House Hunters International 7:00 House Hunters USA 7:30 Stay Or Sell 8:30 Instant Dream Home 9:30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt 10:30 Pool Kings

5:30 School Of Rock 6:05 Dragons: Race To The Edge (PG) 6:25 Operation Ouch! 7:00 Bruno And Boots 8:25 Operation Ouch! 8:55 Voltron: Legendary Defender 9:20 Boruto: Naruto Next Generations (PG) 9:40 Radiant

6:00 ABC Evening News 7:00 ABC National News 8:00 Planet America 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 7.30: The Interviews: Best Of 2020 10:00 The World 10:30 Back Roads 11:00 ABC Late News 11:30 The Brief

6:25 Hey Duggee 7:00 Dino Dana 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:00 Doctor Who (PG) 8:45 Samson & Delilah (MA15+) 10:25 Anh’s Brush With Fame (PG) 10:55 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces 11:45 Catalyst 12:40 Parks And Recreation (M l,s)

4:00 Sarah Graham: Food Safari 4:30 The Cook And The Chef 5:30 Martha Bakes 6:00 Come Dine With Me UK 7:00 Nigella Bites 7:30 Made In Britain 8:30 Rick Stein’s India 9:40 River Cottage Australia 10:40 The Cook And The Chef

5:10 Only Connect 5:45 Shortland Street (PG) 6:15 Abandoned (PG) 7:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 7:35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (PG) 8:30 Hoarders (M) 9:20 The Lesbian Guide To Straight Sex (M) 10:10 Housos (MA15+)

3:30 The A-Team (PG) 4:30 Knight Rider (PG) 5:30 Movie: “The Spiderwick Chronicles” (PG) (’08) Stars: Freddie Highmore 7:30 Movie: “King Kong” (M v) (’05) Stars: Naomi Watts 11:10 Movie: “Last Dragon Slayer” (M) (’16) Stars: Ellise Chappell

3:20 Movie: “Not Now, Comrade” (PG) (’76) 5:20 Heartbeat (PG) 6:30 Antiques Roadshow 7:30 Planet Earth II: Planet Earth Diaries (PG) 8:40 Movie: “The Good The Bad And The Ugly” (MA15+) (’66) Stars: Clint Eastwood

12:00 ABC News [s] 12:30 Australia Day 2021 *Replay* [s] 2:30 Making Child Prodigies [s] 3:00 Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat [s] 3:30 Dream Gardens [s] 4:00 Ask The Doctor (PG) [s] 4:30 Landline Summer [s] 5:00 Football: A-League: Round 6: Western United FC v Melbourne Victory *Live* From AAMI Park [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 Midsomer Murders (PG) [s] 9:00 Endeavour (M v) [s] 10:30 Call The Midwife (PG) [s] 11:30 Deep Water (M l,s) [s]

6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 9:00 The Morning Show Weekend [s] 12:00 Surf Patrol [s] 12:30 Beach Cops (PG) [s] 1:00 Movie: “Miracle” (PG) (’04) Stars: Kurt Russell 4:00 Better Homes And Gardens [s] 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 5:30 Border Security - Australia’s Front Line (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Cricket: BBL: Qualifier: 1st v 2nd *Live* From TBA [s] 11:00 Movie: “Drive Angry” (MA15+) (’11) Stars: Amber Heard

12:00 Destination WA [s] 12:30 Animal Embassy (PG) [s] 1:00 Award Winning Tasmania: Huon Valley [s] 1:30 Explore [s] 1:40 Movie: “House Arrest” (PG) (’96) Stars: Jamie Lee Curtis 3:50 Serengeti: Exodus (PG) [s] 5:00 NINE News: First At Five [s] 5:30 RBT: Mum Was Right (PG) [s] 6:00 NINE News Saturday [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 2021 Sounds Better Together (PG) [s] 10:00 Movie: “Crocodile Dundee II” (PG) (’88) Stars: Paul Hogan

12:30 Left Off The Map [s] 1:00 10 Minute Kitchen [s] 1:30 Jamie And The Nonnas [s] 2:30 Australia By Design [s] 3:00 What’s Up Down Under [s] 3:30 My Market Kitchen [s] 4:00 Everyday Gourmet [s] 4:30 Farm To Fork [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 Bondi Rescue (PG) [s] 7:00 Toddlers Behaving (Very) Badly (PG) [s] 8:00 Movie: “The Girl On The Train” (M v,s,n) (’16) Stars: Emily Blunt 10:15 Movie: “The Children Act” (PG) (’17) Stars: Emma Thompson

5:30 Worldwatch 1:00 PBS Newshour 2:00 Great Irish Railway Journeys (PG) 3:45 Gourmet Farmer 4:20 Remarkable Places To Eat (PG) 5:30 KGB: The Sword And The Shield (In English/ Russian/ Ukrainian) 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) 8:00 Michael Portillo’s Abandoned Britain (PG) 9:00 Movie: “Once Upon A Time In America” (MA15+) (’84) Stars: Robert De Niro 1:00 Movie: “Sweet Country” (MA15+) (’17) Stars: Bryan Brown

2:00 Creek To Coast 2:30 Weekender 3:00 Property Ladder UK (PG) 5:30 The Great Outdoors (PG) 6:30 The Yorkshire Vet (PG) 8:30 Escape To The Country 11:30 Greatest Outdoors (PG) 12:30 The Fine Art Auction (PG)

4:00 Desert Collectors (PG) 6:00 Ultimate Factories (PG) 7:00 Building Giants (PG) 8:00 Mighty Ships (PG) 9:00 Air Crash Investigations (PG) 12:00 Shipping Wars (PG) 1:00 Desert Collectors (PG) 3:00 Ultimate Factories (PG)

4:00 Movie: “Step Up All In” (PG) (’14) Stars: Ryan Guzman 6:15 Movie: “Veronica Mars” (PG) (’14) Stars: Jason Dohring 8:30 Movie: “Cocaine Godmother” (MA15+) (’17) Stars: Catherine Zeta-Jones 10:30 Movie: “Rabbit” (MA15+) (’17)

2:30 Touch Football: WA Super League 4:00 AFL 2020: NTFL 6:00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) 7:00 Everyday Brave (PG) 7:30 NITV News Update 7:40 Through The Wormhole (PG) 8:30 Bamay 2:30 Meeting Place 3:00 Volumz (PG)

2:30 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventure (PG) 3:30 All 4 Adventure 4:30 Mighty Machines 5:00 Road Less Travelled 5:30 Scorpion (M v) 7:30 NCIS (M v) 8:30 NCIS: New Orleans (M v) 10:20 Hawaii Five-O (M v) 11:20 LA’s Finest (M)

11:00 Frasier (PG) 12:00 WIN’s All Australian News 1:00 Becker (PG) 2:00 Becker 2:30 The Middle: The 200th (PG) 3:30 Friends (PG) 6:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 10:30 The Middle (M) 12:00 Home Shopping

3:30 Pool Kings (PG) 4:30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt 5:30 Stay Or Sell 6:30 Texas Flip N Move 7:30 Open Homes Australia 8:30 House Hunters USA 9:30 House Hunters International 10:30 House Hunters Renovation 11:30 House Hunters

5:30 School Of Rock 5:50 Sadie Sparks 6:05 Dragons: Race To The Edge (PG) 6:30 Robot Wars 7:30 Shaun The Sheep 8:00 Slugterra 8:35 Camp Lakebottom 8:55 Total DramaRama 9:10 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (PG)

6:00 ABC Evening News 6:30 Back Roads 7:00 ABC National News Stan Grant’s One Plus One 8:00 ABC News Tonight 8:30 Australia’s Black Summer 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 Australian Story 10:00 ABC News Weekend

6:25 Hey Duggee 7:00 Catie’s Amazing Machines 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:00 QI: Jack And Jill (M l,s) 8:30 Melbourne Comedy Festival Allstars (M l,s) 10:25 Would I Lie To You? (PG) 10:55 Whose Line Is It Anyway? (M l)

4:00 A Gondola On The Murray (PG) 4:30 The Cook And The Chef 5:30 Cheese Slices 6:30 The Big Family Cooking Showdown (PG) 7:35 Pacific Island Food Revolution 8:35 Ainsley’s Mediterranean Cookbook 9:30 The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour

5:00 ABC America: World News Tonight 5:30 Basketball: NBL: Brisbane Bullets v Cairns Taipans *Live* 7:30 The Last Man On Earth (M l) 7:55 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (M) 8:30 The X-Files (M) 11:00 Tent And Sex (M s) (In Dutch)

3:10 Movie: “Pokémon The Movie: The Power Of Us” (G) (’18) 5:10 Movie: “Galaxy Quest” (PG) (’99) Stars: Sigourney Weaver 7:00 Movie: “Jurassic Park” (PG) (’93) Stars: Jeff Goldblum 9:30 Movie: “Conan The Barbarian” (MA15+) (’82)

3:35 Movie: “The Woman In The Window” (PG) (’44) Stars: Edward G Robinson 5:35 Movie: “Attack On The Iron Coast” (PG) (’68) Stars: Sue Lloyd 7:30 Movie: “A Bridge Too Far” (M v,l) (’77) Stars: Sean Connery

12:00 ABC News [s] 12:30 Landline Summer [s] 1:00 Everyone’s A Critic [s] 1:30 Wild Australia (PG) [s] 2:30 War On Waste (PG) [s] 3:30 Everyone’s A Critic [s] 4:00 Football: W-League: Round 6: Melbourne City v Brisbane Roar *Live* From AAMI Park [s] 6:00 Antiques Roadshow [s] 7:00 ABC News Sunday [s] 7:40 Grand Designs (PG) [s] 8:30 Joanna Lumley’s Unseen Adventures (PG) [s] 9:15 Stateless (M) [s] 10:15 Killing Eve (MA15+) [s] 11:00 Wentworth (M)

6:00 Home Shopping 7:00 Weekend Sunrise [s] 10:00 The Morning Show Weekend (PG) [s] 12:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 1:30 Movie: “Pleasantville” (PG) (’98) Stars: Reese Witherspoon 4:00 Australia’s Amazing Homes (PG) [s] 5:00 Seven News At 5 [s] 5:30 Sydney Weekender (PG) [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Cricket: BBL: 3rd v Winner Of The Eliminator *Live* From TBA [s] 11:00 World’s Most Shocking Emergency Calls (MA15+) [s]

7:00 Weekend Today [s] 10:00 The Xtreme Collxtion (PG) [s] 10:30 Peaking (PG) [s] 11:00 Melbourne Summer Series *Live* [s] 5:30 Territory Cops (PG) [s] 6:00 NINE News Sunday [s] 7:00 Married At First Sight: Grand Reunion (MA15+) [s] 8:45 60 Minutes (PG) [s] 9:45 NINE News Late [s] 10:15 Seduced By Evil (M) [s] 11:45 Killer On The Line: Darlene Gentry (M v) [s] 12:35 Young, Dumb And Banged Up In The Sun (M) [s] 1:30 Home Shopping

12:00 TBA 1:30 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn [s] 2:00 Pat Callinan’s 4X4 Adventures [s] 3:00 RV Daily Foodie Trails [s] 3:30 Farm To Fork [s] 4:00 All 4 Adventure [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 7:30 I’m A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! (M) [s] 9:00 The Graham Norton Show (M l,s) [s] 10:00 The Sunday Project (PG) [s] 11:00 Bull (M) [s] 12:00 Home Shopping 4:30 CBS This Morning [s]

5:30 Worldwatch – Deutsche Welle English News 6:00 France 24 English News 6:30 Al Jazeera English News 7:30 Italian News 8:10 Worldwatch Continues 1:00 Speedweek 3:00 Gymnastics: World Challenge Hungary 5:00 Travel Man: Rome 5:30 KGB - The Sword And The Shield (In English/ Russian/ Ukrainian) 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Einstein And Hawking: Masters Of Our Universe 9:20 Trump’s American Carnage (M) 10:20 Bamay

2:00 All The Things (PG) 2:30 The Great Outdoors (PG) 3:30 Escape To The Country 6:30 M*A*S*H (PG) 8:30 Wild Bill (MA15+) 9:30 Bancroft (M v,l) 11:30 World’s Most Amazing Videos (M) 12:30 TBA 1:30 Medical Rookies (PG)

4:00 Bushfire Wars (PG) 4:30 Graveyard Carz (PG) 5:30 Counting Cars (PG) 6:00 Last Car Garage (PG) 7:00 Border Security - Australia’s Front Line (PG) 8:30 Movie: “Caddyshack” (M d,l,s) (’80) Stars: Bill Murray

3:00 Bringing Sexy Back (PG) 4:20 Instant Hotel (PG) 5:30 My Crazy Birth Story (PG) 6:30 Weird, True And Freaky (PG) 7:30 Say Yes To The Dress (M) 8:30 First Dates Australia (M) 11:30 Bridezillas (M l) 12:30 Seven Year Switch (M l)

3:45 AFL: NTFL 5:45 African News 6:00 Kriol Kitchen 5:30 On Country Kitchen 6:00 APTN National News 6:30 Artefact 7:00 Saving Seagrass (PG) 7:40 Going Places With Ernie Dingo (PG) 8:40 Adam Goodes - The Final Quarter

3:30 Reel Action 4:30 What’s Up Down Under 5:00 I Fish 5:30 Star Trek: Enterprise (PG) 6:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M v) 9:25 NCIS: Los Angeles (M v) 10:20 48 Hours (M) 11:20 NCIS: Los Angeles (M v) 12:15 Hawaii Five-O (M v)

2:00 The Middle (PG) 3:30 Friends (PG) 6:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:00 Friends (PG) 10:30 2 Broke Girls (M s) 12:00 Home Shopping 1:30 Mom (M) 3:30 The Neighbourhood (PG) 4:30 Home Shopping 5:30 The Brady Bunch

3:30 Fixer Upper 4:30 Open Homes Australia 5:30 House Hunters USA 6:30 House Hunters International 7:30 You Live In What? 8:30 Scott’s Vacation House Rules 9:30 My Lottery Dream Home 10:30 Flip Or Flop

5:30 School Of Rock 6:05 Dragons: Race To The Edge (PG) 6:30 Robot Wars 7:30 Shaun The Sheep 8:00 Slugterra 8:35 Camp Lakebottom 9:00 Total DramaRama 9:10 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (PG) 9:30 The Legend Of Korra (PG)

6:00 ABC Evening News 6:30 Call To Arms: The Liberation Of East Timor 7:00 ABC News Sunday 7:40 Bee Cause: Purple Hive 8:00 Insiders 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:25 Australian Story 10:00 ABC News Weekend

6:10 Brave Bunnies 6:35 The Adventures Of Paddington 7:00 Catie’s Amazing Machines 7:30 Spicks And Specks (PG) 8:00 Compass (PG) 8:30 Louis Theroux: Life On The Edge (M l) 9:30 Enslaved (M l) 10:30 Catalyst: Beating Diabetes (PG)

4:00 A Gondola On The Murray 4:30 The Cook And The Chef 5:30 Heston’s Feasts 6:30 Bill’s Kitchen: Notting Hill 7:00 Asia Unplated With Diana Chan 7:30 Cook Like An Italian With Silvia Colloca 8:00 Kylie Kwong: Heart And Soul

5:00 Basketball: NBL: Perth Wildcats v NZ Breakers *Live* 7:00 Abandoned Places (PG) 7:30 The Last Man On Earth (M s) 7:55 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown (M d,l,s) 8:30 Why Women Kill (M l,s) 9:25 United Shades Of America (M)

5:25 Movie: “Little Rascals” (PG) (’94) Stars: Travis Tedford 7:00 Movie: “Journey To The Centre Of The Earth” (PG) (’08) Stars: Josh Hutcherson 9:00 Movie: “Evolution” (PG) (’01) Stars: Julianne Moore 11:00 Movie: “Bruno” (MA15+) (’09)

3:30 Movie: “Indiscreet” (PG) (’58) Stars: Cary Grant, Ingrid Bergman 5:30 Tennis: Melbourne Summer Series: Night *Live* 8:00 Death In Paradise (PG) 9:10 Chicago PD (MA15+) 10:10 Chicago Fire (MA15+) 11:05 Chicago Med: Us (M mp)

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3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Holey Moley Australia (PG) [s] 9:00 9-1-1 (M) [s] 10:00 The Rookie (M) [s] 11:00 World’s Deadliest Weather (M) [s] 12:00 Robbie Coltrane’s Critical Evidence (M) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping

11:30 Tennis: ATP Cup Tennis *Live* [s] 4:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 Married At First Sight (M) [s] 9:00 Who Wants To Be A Millionaire (PG) [s] 10:15 NINE News Late [s] 10:45 Children Who Kill (M l) [s] 11:45 The First 48 (M) [s]

1:00 TBA 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Amazing Race Australia (M) [s] 9:00 Movie: “Peppermint” (MA15+) (’18) Stars: Jennifer Garner

2:30 Pompeii’s Final Hours (PG) 3:25 Who Do You Think You Are? 4:25 Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) 5:00 Letters And Numbers 5:30 Jeopardy! (PG) 5:55 Mastermind Australia 6:25 SBS World News 7:35 The Architecture The Railways Built (PG) 8:30 24 Hours In Emergency (M) 9:25 The Story Of The Songs: Madonna (M) 5:00 Scott’s Vacation House Rules 6:00 House Hunters International 7:00 House Hunters USA 8:30 Fixer Upper (PG) 9:30 TBA 10:00 TBA

6:00 American Pickers (PG) 7:00 Pawn Stars (PG) 7:30 Restoration Workshop (PG) 8:30 Movie: “Patriot Games” (M v,l) (’92) Stars: Harrison Ford

4:30 Star Trek: The 5:00 Kriol Kitchen (PG) 6:00 Futurama (PG) Next Generation (PG) 5:30 On Country 6:30 The Simpsons 5:30 Star Trek: Kitchen 6:00 Talking (PG) 7:30 Modern Enterprise (PG) 6:30 Bondi Language 6:35 Faboriginal Family (PG) 8:30 Ramsay’s Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M v) Kitchen Nightmares (M l) 10:30 7:00 Living Black 7:30 The 11:15 NCIS: New Orleans (M) Point 8:30 The Vigil (PG) Ramsay’s Hotel Hell (M l)

5:00 Frasier (PG) 6:00 Friends (PG) 6:30 Neighbours (PG) 7:00 Friends (PG) 8:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:30 Two And A Half Men (PG)

7:00 ABC National 6:00 Dragons: Race To News 8:00 ABC News The Edge (PG) 6:30 Tonight 8:45 The Operation Ouch! 7:00 Teenage Boss 7:30 Shaun The Business 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 7.30 10:00 The Sheep 8:00 Slugterra 8:35 World 11:00 The Drum Camp Lakebottom

7:05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5:30 Come Dine With 7:30 Spicks And 7:30 NITV News Me UK 6:00 Come Dine Specks (PG) 8:00 DocUpdate 7:35 8 Out Of With Me UK 6:30 Jamie tor Who (PG) 8:45 10 Cats Does Countdown (M) David Attenborough’s Rise Of & Jimmy’s Food Fight Club 7:30 John Torode’s Asia 8:30 8:30 Taskmaster (M) 9:25 Animals (PG) 9:50 George Gordon Ramsay Unchartered RocKwiz (M l) Clarke’s Amazing Spaces

5:30 Tennis: Melbourne 7:00 The Nanny (PG) Summer Series: Night 7:30 Movie: “Training *Live* 11:30 Law & Day” (MA15+) (’01) Order (M v) 12:30 Antiques Stars: Denzel Washington 10:00 Movie: “Faster” (MA15+) Roadshow 1:00 Home Shopping 1:30 Gideon’s Way (’10) Stars: Dwayne Johnson

3:30 M*A*S*H (PG) 5:30 Escape To The Country 6:30 Bargain Hunt 7:30 Doc Martin (PG) 8:30 Foyle’s War (M) 10:40 Code Blue (M v,l)

3:10 ABC News [s] 4:00 The Heights (PG) [s] 4:30 Back Roads (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 (PG) [s] 8:00 Foreign Correspondent [s] 8:30 Designing A Legacy [s] 9:30 TBA 10:30 ABC Late News [s] 11:05 Glitch (M l,s) [s] 12:00 Wentworth (MA15+) [s] 12:55 Parliament Question Time

3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Holey Moley Australia (PG) [s] 9:00 The Good Doctor (M) [s] 10:00 The Resident (M) [s] 11:00 Station 19 (M l) [s] 12:00 Black-ish: All Groan Up (M) [s] 12:30 Home Shopping

11:30 Tennis: ATP Cup Tennis *Live* [s] 4:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 Travel Guides (PG) [s] 8:30 Who Wants To Be A Millionaire [s] 9:45 Murder, Lies & Alibis (M) [s] 11:00 NINE News Late [s] 11:30 Hamish & Andy’s Gap Year Asia (PG) [s]

3:10 ABC News [s] 4:00 The Heights (PG) [s] 4:30 Back Roads (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 (PG) [s] 8:00 Hard Quiz (PG) [s] 8:30 The Weekly With Charlie Pickering (PG) [s] 9:00 Aftertaste [s] 9:30 QI (PG) [s] 10:00 TBA 10:45 ABC Late News [s] 11:15 Four Corners [s]

5:00 Frasier (PG) 6:00 Friends (PG) 6:30 Neighbours (PG) 7:00 Friends (PG) 8:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:30 Mom (M) 12:00 Home Shopping

5:00 TBA 5:30 TBA 6:00 House Hunters International 7:00 House Hunters USA 7:30 Escape To The Farm With Kate Humble 8:30 Escape To The Chateau

6:10 Abandoned (PG) 5:30 Come Dine With 7:00 Dino Dana 7:30 7:05 Jeopardy! (PG) Me UK 6:00 Come Dine Spicks And Specks 7:35 8 Out Of 10 Cats With Me UK 6:30 Jamie (PG) 8:00 Doctor Who Does Countdown (PG) 8:30 (PG) 8:45 Adam Hills: The Last & Jimmy’s Food Fight Club Fringe Nation: Extremists In Leg (M) 9:25 Whose Line Is It 7:30 Food Safari 8:00 Indian America (MA15+) Food Made Easy Anyway? (PG)

11:00 Tennis: Melbourne Summer Series: Day *Live* 6:00 Tennis: Melbourne Summer Series: Night *Live* 11:00 Police Ten 7 (M l,v)

3:20 Heartbeat (PG) 4:30 Antiques Roadshow 5:30 Tennis: Melbourne Summer Series: Night *Live* 11:30 Law & Order (M) 12:30 Antiques Roadshow

3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Holey Moley Australia (PG) [s] 9:00 Movie: “Captain America: The First Avenger” (M v) (’15) Stars: Chris Evans 11:30 Surveillance Oz: Dashcam (PG) [s] 12:00 Code Black (M s) [s] 1:00 Home Shopping

11:30 Tennis: ATP Cup Tennis *Live* [s] 4:30 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 Travel Guides (PG) [s] 8:30 Movie: “Top End Wedding” (M l) (’19) Stars: Brooklyn Doomadgee 10:30 NINE News Late [s] 11:00 New Amsterdam (M mp) [s]

7:00 Our Stories 7:20 6:00 Futurama (PG) 6:00 American Pickers 4:00 Better Homes And First Australians (PG) 6:30 The Simpsons (PG) 7:00 Pawn Stars Gardens 5:30 Escape 8:30 The Whole Table (PG) 7:30 Modern (PG) 7:30 The SimpTo The Country 6:30 (PG) 9:30 When The Natives sons (PG) 8:30 Family Guy (M) Family (PG) 8:30 Movie: “My Bargain Hunt (PG) 7:30 Frankie Drake Mysteries (M v) 9:30 American Dad (PG) 10:30 Cousin Vinny” (M l) (’92) Stars: Get Restless (M l) 10:10 Red Earth Uncovered (PG) Fred Gwynne Family Guy (M) 8:30 A Touch Of Frost (M v) 7:00 ABC National 6:00 Dragons: Race To News 8:00 ABC News The Edge (PG) 6:30 Tonight 8:45 The Operation Ouch! 7:00 Teenage Boss 7:30 Shaun The Business 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 7.30 10:00 The Sheep 8:00 Slugterra 8:35 World 11:00 The Drum Camp Lakebottom

3:10 ABC News [s] 4:00 The Heights (PG) [s] 4:30 Back Roads (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 (PG) [s] 8:00 Back Roads [s] 8:30 Q&A [s] 9:35 TBA 10:35 ABC Late News [s] 11:05 TBA 12:05 Wentworth (M l,v) [s] 12:50 Parliament Question Time [s] 1:55 Killing Eve (M v) [s]

1:00 TBA 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Amazing Race Australia (M) [s] 9:00 Bull (M) [s] 11:00 WIN’s All Australian News [s] 12:00 The Project (PG)

4:30 Star Trek: The Next Generation (PG) 5:30 Star Trek: Enterprise (PG) 6:30 Bondi Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M v) 8:30 NCIS: Los Angeles (M v)

2:00 Where Are You Really From? 2:30 Pompeii’s Final Hours (PG) 3:25 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 4:30 Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) 5:05 Letters And Numbers 5:35 Jeopardy! (PG) 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:35 Britain’s Most Historic Towns 8:30 The Last Journey Of The Vikings

5:00 Frasier (PG) 6:00 Friends (PG) 6:30 Neighbours (PG) 7:00 Friends (PG) 8:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:30 2 Broke Girls (M s)

11:00 Tennis: 7:35 8 Out Of 10 Cats 5:30 Come Dine With 7:00 Dino Dana 7:30 Melbourne Summer Does Countdown (PG) Me UK 6:00 Come Dine Spicks And Specks Series: Day *Live* 6:00 8:30 Movie: “Your With Me UK 6:30 Jamie (PG) 8:00 Doctor Who Name” (PG) (’16) 10:25 Movie: Tennis: Melbourne Summer (PG) 8:45 Designing A Legacy & Jimmy’s Food Fight Club “Lara Croft Tomb Raider” (M v) Series: Night *Live* 11:00 (M) 9:45 Restoration Australia 7:30 Island Feast With Peter Police Ten 7 (M l,v) (’03) Stars: Angelina Jolie Kuruvita (PG) 10:45 Enslaved (M)

11:30 Seven Morning News [s] 12:00 Movie: “The Wrong Teacher” (M) (’18) Stars: Jessica Morris 2:00 Gold Coast Medical (PG) [s] 3:00 The Chase UK [s] 4:00 Seven News At 4 [s] 5:00 The Chase Australia [s] 6:00 Seven News [s] 7:00 Home And Away (PG) [s] 7:30 Cricket: BBL: Challenger: Teams TBC *Live* From TBA [s] 11:00 TBA

11:30 NINE’s Morning News [s] 12:00 Ellen (PG) [s] 1:00 Movie: “Hope Springs” (M s) (’12) Stars: Tommy Lee Jones 3:00 Tipping Point (PG) [s] 4:00 NINE’s Afternoon News [s] 5:00 Millionaire Hot Seat [s] 6:00 NINE News [s] 7:00 A Current Affair (PG) [s] 7:30 Tennis: ATP Cup Tennis *Live* [s] 11:30 NINE News Late [s] 12:00 The Horn (M) [s]

6:00 Futurama (PG) 6:00 American Pickers 4:00 Better Homes And 6:30 The Simpsons (PG) 7:00 Pawn Stars Gardens 5:30 Escape (PG) 7:30 Criminal (PG) 8:30 Movie: “Red” To The Country 6:30 Bargain Hunt (PG) 7:30 Father (M l,v) (’10) Stars: Bruce Willis Minds: Killer App (M v) 8:30 10:50 Tattoo Nightmares (M l) The Mentalist (M d,v) 10:30 Brown (PG) 8:30 Murdoch Numb3rs (M d) 12:20 Storage Wars Canada Mysteries (M) 7:00 ABC National 6:00 Dragons: Race To News 8:00 ABC News The Edge (PG) 6:30 Tonight 8:45 The Operation Ouch! 7:00 Teenage Boss 7:30 Shaun The Business 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 7.30 10:00 The Sheep 8:00 Slugterra 8:35 World 11:00 The Drum Camp Lakebottom

2:30 Pompeii’s Final Hours 3:25 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 4:25 Great American Railroad Journeys (PG) 5:05 Letters And Numbers 5:30 Jeopardy! (PG) 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:30 Great Continental Railway Journeys 8:35 24 Hours In Emergency (M) 9:30 Travel Man’s Greatest Trips (PG)

5:30 Star Trek: Enter6:30 Pete And Pio’s Kai prise (PG) 6:30 Bondi Safari (PG) 7:00 Our Rescue (PG) 7:30 Stories 7:30 African NCIS (M v) 8:30 CSI: Crime Americans: Many Rivers To Cross (M) 8:30 Echoes Of My Scene Investigation (M v) 10:25 CSI: Miami (M v) Mind (MA15+)

6:00 Futurama (PG) 6:00 American Pickers 4:00 Better Homes And 6:30 The Simpsons (PG) 7:00 Pawn Stars Gardens 5:30 Escape (PG) 7:30 Modern (PG) 7:30 Highway To The Country 6:30 Bargain Hunt 7:30 Pie In The Patrol (PG) 8:30 Outback Opal Family (PG) 8:30 Movie: “Twilight” (M) (’08) Stars: Hunters (PG) 10:30 Yukon Sky (PG) 8:30 Inspector Gold (M) 11:30 Jade Fever (M) Robert Pattinson George Gently (M v) 7:00 ABC National 6:00 Dragons: Race To News 8:00 ABC News The Edge (PG) 6:30 Tonight 8:45 The Operation Ouch! 7:00 Teenage Boss 7:30 Shaun The Business 9:00 ABC Nightly News 9:30 7.30 10:00 The Sheep 8:00 Slugterra 8:35 World 11:00 The Drum Camp Lakebottom

1:00 TBA 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:00 WIN News [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 The Amazing Race Australia (M) [s] 9:00 NCIS (M v) [s] 10:00 NCIS: Los Angeles (M) [s]

1:00 TBA 2:30 Entertainment Tonight [s] 3:00 Judge Judy (PG) [s] 3:30 Left Off The Map [s] 4:00 Farm To Fork [s] 4:30 The Bold And The Beautiful (PG) [s] 5:00 10 News First [s] 6:30 The Project (PG) [s] 7:30 Ambulance Australia (M) [s] 8:30 Law & Order: SVU (M v) [s] 10:30 This Is Us: There (M) [s] 11:30 The Project (PG) [s]

4:30 Star Trek: The 7:00 Our Stories 7:30 Next Generation (PG) Going Places With Ernie 5:30 Star Trek: Dingo (PG) 8:30 Movie: “The Last King Of Scotland” Enterprise (PG) 6:30 Bondi (MA15+) (’06) Stars: Forest Rescue (PG) 7:30 NCIS (M) 8:30 Hawaii Five-O (M v) Whitaker

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3:00 ABC News [s] 4:00 The Heights (PG) [s] 4:30 Back Roads (PG) [s] 5:00 Escape From The City (PG) [s] 6:00 The Drum [s] 7:00 ABC News [s] 7:30 7.30 (PG) [s] 8:00 Stan Grant’s One Plus One [s] 8:30 Four Corners [s] 9:15 Media Watch [s] 9:35 The Pacific: In The Wake Of Captain Cook With Sam Neill (PG) [s]

5:00 Escape To The Chateau (PG) 6:00 House Hunters International 7:00 House Hunters USA 7:30 Barnwood Builders 8:30 Good Bones (PG) 3:20 Heartbeat (PG) 4:30 Antiques Roadshow 5:30 Tennis: Melbourne Summer Series: Night *Live* 11:30 Law & Order (M) 12:30 Antiques Roadshow

2:45 Rome Unpacked (PG) 3:55 Who Do You Think You Are UK? (PG) 5:05 Letters And Numbers 5:35 Jeopardy! (PG) 6:00 Mastermind Australia 6:30 SBS World News 7:35 The World’s Greatest Palaces (PG) 8:30 Michael Mosley: Truth About Sleep (M) 9:35 World On Fire (M) (In English/ French/ German/ Polish) 10:45 SBS World News

5:00 Beachfront Bar5:00 Frasier (PG) 6:00 gain Hunt 6:00 House Friends (PG) 6:30 Hunters International Neighbours (PG) 7:00 7:00 House Hunters USA 7:30 Friends (PG) 8:00 The Big Bang Theory (PG) 9:30 Friends House Hunters International 8:30 Fixer Upper (PG) (PG) 12:00 Home Shopping

11:00 Tennis: 7:35 8 Out Of 10 Cats 5:30 Come Dine With 7:00 Dino Dana 7:30 Melbourne Summer Does Countdown (PG) Me UK 6:00 Come Dine Spicks And Specks Series: Day *Live* 6:00 8:30 The Curse Of Oak With Me UK 6:30 Jamie (PG) 8:00 Doctor Who Tennis: Melbourne Summer Island: The Journey So Far (PG) 8:45 Mock The Week (M) & Jimmy’s Food Fight Club Series: Night *Live* 11:00 9:20 Hard Quiz (PG) 9:50 The 7:30 The Incredible Spice Men (PG) 9:20 Skin: A History Of Nudity In The Movies (MA15+) Police Ten 7 (M l,v) Weekly With Charlie Pickering 8:00 Asia Unplated

5:30 Tennis: Melbourne Summer Series: Night *Live* 7:30 Poirot (M v) 9:30 The First 48 (M v) 10:30 The Disappearance (M v,l) 11:30 Westside (M l,s)

Programming information correct at time of going to press, changes are at the network’s discretion Prepared by National Typesetting Services

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At the movies...

Promising tale fades into nonsense SHADOW IN THE CLOUD ++ 1 hour, 23 minutes EMILY FESZCZUK

‘Shadow in the Cloud’ looked like it was set to soar, but instead it nosedived into nonsense.

Starting off during World War II, the mysterious Captain Maude Garrett (Chloë Grace Moretz) jumps onto a military flight last minute with a topsecret package and a mission from the top. With an all- male caveman crew questioning her abilities, the female pilot must prove herself while trying to complete her vital mission.

Setting up a strong heroine lead, you cannot help but feel elated as Maude takes control of an oncoming air ambush from the Japanese and shows the men what she can do.

Despite most scenes of this action movie only including Moretz in a small section of the plane, Director Roseanne Liang managed to achieve a high production quality on the visuals.

The storyline does lose some authenticity as holes in the plot start to appear along with unrealistic scenes. Adding in an evil creature for no real reason took away from the strong message about feminism.

Throwing in some dramatic battle scenes right at the end seemed almost too late. Despite losing some potential, the movie was unique and had you engaged as each part of the crazy tale unfolded.

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Super Bowl locked in Country superstar Eric Church (pictured) has been locked in to sing the American National Anthem at the Super Bowl next month.

Church will sing the Anthem alongside Jazmine Sullivan, ahead of the much-anticipated clash between Tampa Bay and Kansas City.

Lumsden scoops awards Fanny Lumsden took home five awards at this year’s Golden Guitar Awards.

She won Album of the Year as well as Female Artist of the Year at the Awards, which went ahead despite the cancellation of this year’s Tamworth Country Music Festival.

Travis Collins won Male Artist of the Year.

Seaforth’s big break Aussie country duo Seaforth is making waves in the US, recently garnering huge attention following an appearance on the top - rating ‘Bobby Bones Show’ on radio.

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Things won’t go according to plan as Mercury is in retrograde mode over the next three weeks. Try to be extra observant and patient, as you look for crucial information that is hidden beneath the surface. Then you’ll understand current complexities better, and the path ahead will be much clearer. Solitude is soul food for you at the moment. So put aside some special ‘me time’.

With five planets transiting through your freedom zone, restless Rams are born to be wild as you kick up your heels/hooves.

You’ve also got a lot of extra responsibilities, as friends or group members look to you for leadership and inspiration. With Mercury in retrograde mode, pursuing your goals and dreams won’t be a direct journey. There will be plenty of frustrating twists and turns along the way!

TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Retrograde Mercury is activating your career zone, so be very clear when you’re communicating with bosses, colleagues, clients and/or customers. What you say and what they hear may be two different things. Keep them up to date with what you are doing, otherwise misunderstandings are likely. If you’re applying for a job, make sure you do all the research required before your interview.

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Mercury is currently in retrograde mode.

So – over the next three weeks – you need to back-up all your computer files; allow plenty of time to get to appointments; check and then double-check everything; and be incredibly adaptable plus maintain a sense of humour! Mercury retrograde is a suitable time to do just about anything with an RE in front of it – revise, rehearse, reboot, research, revisit, refund, rethink.

Secrets, mysteries and misinformation abound this week Crabs, as Mercury reverses through your trust zone. So avoid fake news and be very careful about who you place your trust in. You’re also keen to show loved ones how much you really care. Avoid being too overprotective though. All relationships need room to breathe and there’s a big difference between loving and smothering.

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Expect some communication chaos over the coming week, as Mercury reverses through your relationship zone (until February 21). It’s a time when unresolved issues may be dredged up all over again.

On the weekend, a platonic relationship or a professional partnership could veer off in an unpredictable direction. When it comes to your career, don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater!

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Over the next three weeks, retrograde Mercury shakes up and reboots your peer group zone. So you could bump into an old friend or perhaps a lover from the past could boomerang back into your world! Whatever happens, do your best to surround yourself with authentic friends who help you in hard times, encourage your talents and support your many dreams.

With communication planet Mercury now in retrograde mode (until February 21) do your best to keep the conversation flowing with relatives, friends and colleagues. Venus also shifts into your domestic zone (from Tuesday until February 25). So it’s the perfect time to patch up a rocky relationship with a frazzled family member, as you hold out the olive branch of peace.

With Mercury now reversing through your sign you’re apt to make some hasty half-baked decisions this week Aquarius.

Don’t worry too much if you make a messy mistake though. James Joyce said: “Mistakes are the portals of discovery” as we live and learn through the choices that we make. On the weekend, you may struggle to break free from the constraints of a restrictive relationship.

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

With five planets highlighting your health and wellbeing zone, strive to be the fittest and most vibrant Virgo you can be. No lame excuses or empty promises. Get your body moving ASAP! Reinvention is the name of the game, as retrograde Mercury urges you to reboot your daily routine with discipline and determination. The best way to handle stress levels is with relaxing indoor pursuits.

CAPRICORN

When it comes to a relative, neighbour or colleague, hold onto your seat and prepare for a rollercoaster ride. The planets inspire you to contribute your talents to a worthy cause within your local community.

Then satisfying connections and positive friendships will follow. But with Mercury reversing through your social networking zone double-check all online comments before you post.

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Mercury is reversing through your money zone. So avoid signing contracts and buying big ticket items (like a computer, car or home) until after February 21. In the meantime, look for creative ways to recycle resources and boost cash flow.

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he news out of Victoria last week that our southern neighbours have experienced their worst numbers in history in terms of drownings in the period since July 1 2020 confirmed our fear since the start of the pandemic – that the prolonged lockdown of swim schools would result in increased drownings over summer due to the cessation of swimming lessons and the resultant decrease in community messaging around swim safety.

Our hearts go out to everyone affected and we are so grateful that we were not locked down as long as Victorian swim schools. Consistency is the key to learning to swim, so limiting children’s access to swimming lessons is a recipe for drowning disaster.

40 people have drowned in Victorian waters since July 1, the state’s worst year on record and already more than the 34 fatal drownings last financial year. Eight victims were under the age of five, and another five were aged 14-years-old and under.

Emergency Services Minister Lisa Neville said “all of these (drownings) are preventable deaths”.

At home, fence the pool, shut the gate, teach kids to swim with consistent swimming lessons all year round, start lessons from six months of age, always supervise children when swimming, and be aware of water hazards around the home.

At the beach, know how to read the water for rips, swim between the flags, never swim alone, only swim at patrolled beaches and keep kids at arm’s reach. Water and alcohol don’t mix.

At the river, beware of slippery banks – do not walk close to, or run along the edge of, them, and check water depth before entering. Also check for the presence and strength of currents and look for any submerged objects. Avoid swimming near boat ramps or in boating areas, and wear a lifejacket if boating or fishing.

When fishing from rocks; look for secure footholds, stay away from sloping, slippery edges, and wear suitable cloth-

ing and footwear. When wading, check for hidden rocks or sudden drop- offs.

Watch for changes in the weather and tides to avoid being swept away by a sudden wave, or being cut off from the shore by a rising tide, and never turn away from the sea as a wave may knock you over.

Importantly, learn to swim, and continue learning to swim until competency benchmarks are achieved.

A report by the Royal Life Saving Society showed that three out of four children had quit swimming classes by the age of just eight-years- old, long before they’d learned skills that could save their lives. Children who had regular weekly lessons were most likely to reach national safety and swimming benchmarks at age nine and 10, yet only 25 per cent were staying in lessons long enough to reach this standard.

We hope that we continue to stay in control of the pandemic in Australia, and that all swim schools can continue to operate as usual to deliver vital lifesaving swimming lessons.

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Why do my feet and ankles swell during the warmer weather?

Swelling of the feet and ankles – or Heat Oedema, is swelling which is related to high temperatures.

Although it happens in different areas of the body (hands are another body part where it is obvious), it is very pronounced and visible in the legs because of gravity.

The swelling is usually temporary, but in some cases it can become uncomfortable.

Why does the swelling occur?

During hot weather, our veins temporarily dilate, which means they expand. The reason why this happens is so more blood can be carried to the skin, and the heat is lost in the air. This is a process our body does to allow us to stay at a cool, healthy temperature. Because the veins have expanded, fluid is able to leak out into surrounding tissues.

This water often pools in the feet, ankles and legs because of gravity, and is also known as fluid retention.

How can I prevent the swelling?

1. Self massage – Massage stimulates the flow of blood and lymph vessels. If done in the correct manner, it can help reduce swelling.

2. Drink plenty of water – It sounds counter- intuitive to increase your fluid intake, but drinking more water will help your body to mobilise fluids and reduce swelling.

3. Wear shoes that allow your feet to breathe and move freely.

4. Rest with your legs elevated – This can help redirect the fluid back towards your heart for circulation. It’s as easy as putting a cushion under your feet when watching TV. 5. Wear compression stockings – The stockings act as an aid to help with fluid and blood flow facilitation.

6. Keep moving – Avoid long periods of sitting or standing where possible, as staying sedentary encourages the accumulation of fluid. Doing a few minutes of walking and simple leg exercises will get your calves pumping that blood back up to the heart.

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ith COVID at the forefront of our mind, many pet owners have understandably overlooked their pet’s annual vaccination and health check. The saying ‘prevention is better than cure’ is as true for our pets as it is for us. Vaccinating your dog against preventable diseases is the logical choice when it comes to their health. We suggest vaccinating against the common preventable diseases including: Parvovirus (parvo): Parvovirus is a nasty disease that causes severe vomiting, blood in the stools, and loss of weight and appetite. Parvovirus is highly contagious and can survive for long periods in the environment after being passed in the faeces of infected dogs. The virus can withstand cleaning and weather changes, meaning the spread of the virus is hard to control. Parvovirus symptoms progress rapidly, and the disease can be fatal. Targeted treatments may be expensive, but if caught early may carry a good prognosis.

Canine distemper (hard pad disease): This is a highly contagious disease that is spread through the air and by contact with

infected animals. It can be contracted by dogs of all ages and affects the gastrointestinal, respiratory and central nervous systems. It has no known cure.

Canine Adenovirus (infectious canine hepatitis): This virus targets a number of organs, notably the liver, kidneys and eyes. This virus is spread in the faeces,

urine, blood, and saliva of infected dogs.

Symptoms can vary and include fever, lethargy, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain and tonsillitis. The disease can progress rapidly and can result in death.

Infectious Canine Tracheobronchitis (canine cough): ‘Kennel cough’ is a highly contagious respiratory disease in dogs. As the name suggests, it presents itself as a dry and persistent cough. Young puppies are most at risk to suffer more severe complications such as pneumonia, fever and lethargy. It is spread easily through inhalation of the infectious particles during contact with infected animals and is commonly contracted in dog parks, kennels and dog shows.

Other diseases that we may recommend a vaccination against include Leptospirosis and Coronavirus.

Ongoing vaccinations are required to ensure long- term immunity against contagious diseases. Contact us at Greencross Coreen Ave and we can tailor a vaccination program specific to the needs of your dog, discussing their lifestyle and where they will visit. Call 4731 3055.

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Basketball was back on show at the PVRSC on Monday. Photo: Megan Dunn.

asketball made its triumphant return to the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre (PVRSC) on Monday, nearly 12 months after the Cambridge Park- based facility closed its doors for multi-million-dollar renovations.

Escaping the scorching temperatures outside, 27 teams descended on the newly air-conditioned PVRSC to compete in the Panther 3x3 tournament, which was run by the Penrith Basketball Association.

The male and female teams comprised of three to four players each in the U12 to U18 age bracket.

Each game of three on three basketball was played on one half of the court for a duration of 10 minutes. The team with the highest score at the buzzer – or the first to 21 points – was deemed the winner of the game.

Teams, which were made up of Penrith representative and club players, played numerous games right across the day before an overall champion was determined in each age category.

Speaking with the Weekender, organisers Cassandra Reid and Danielle Schwarzer said it was great to see basketball finally back at the PVRSC after an extended break.

“Most of these kids haven’t played

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competitive basketball in a year, so today was all about getting them back on the court and playing basketball again,” Reid said.

“This is by far the biggest event we’ve held at the centre since COVID hit and it’s great to see so many people here.”

The winning teams took home Westfield gift cards and bottles of Powerade.

Due to its success, Penrith Basketball plan to bring the Panther 3x3 tournament back, along with other similar events, over the course of the year.

“Management would love to do as many different basketball events as possible to get the community involved,” Schwarzer said.

“A lot of our players go elsewhere to enter tournaments just like this, so we want to keep those kids in our community instead.”

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Powering to new records Dozens of powerlifters in Penrith this weekend to compete in qualifying event competitor representing Limitless Lifting on the day,” he told the Weekender.

“I am hoping to successfully complete a 300kg squat, a 260kg deadlift and a 250kg bench press, with the latter being a new Australian record.”

People from all walks of life are set to take part in the Qualifier, with teenagers as young as 14 and powerlifters as old as 70 allowed to compete.

Unfortunately, due to restricted venue numbers, spectators have been asked to stay at home and watch the livestream.

“Due to COVID restrictions, we can’t have spectators cheering us on this time around. Instead, we’ll be posting a livestream on YouTube as well as the Limitless Lifting Facebook page, so people can still see us in action,” McCloy said.

“Every lifter needs to qualify for the State Championships and the best lifters from each state will then advance to Nationals.

“Because Nationals didn’t go ahead last year, we’ve got a whole bunch of people fighting for a place in the State Championships – that’s why this Sunday’s qualifying event will be huge because everyone is desperate to come out on top.”

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Over 50 male and female powerlifters from around Sydney are expected to compete in the Australian Powerlifting Union NSW State Qualifier, which will be held at Limitless Lifting gym this Sunday, January 31.

Each powerlifter’s aim on the day will be to outlift their fellow competitors and qualify themselves for the 2021 Australian Powerlifting Union NSW State Championships in April.

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Powerlifter Evan McCloy can’t wait to compete this weekend. Photo: Megan Dunn. total score from all three lifts will qualify.

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brand new junior rugby league club will join the Penrith District in 2021, with the Western Vikings set to make their highly anticipated debut this upcoming season.

Following the closure of the Rooty Hill Dragons last year, locals Moses Finau and Tim Tuiti put in an expression of interest to start a new rugby league club in western Sydney, to play out of Whalan Reserve near North St Marys.

After weeks of preparation and paperwork, the pair finally learned their fate last November when Panthers Juniors General Manager Nathan Mairleitner along with the Panthers Board granted the Western Vikings a place in the 2021 competition.

Just one week after the big announcement, the club was inundated with enquiries.

“We had over 300 enquiries in the first week of opening up,” Finau told the Weekender.

“Our Executive team initially agreed on fielding five teams in our first season,

however we’ve since climbed to 11 teams because we just couldn’t knock the kids back.”

The Western Vikings will field teams in U5, U6, U7, U8, U9, U10, U10 girls, U13, U14, U16 girls and A-grade, with limited spots still available in most teams.

“We are still after a few more players but we are about 60 per cent full already,” Finau said.

“Our U5 and U10 teams are full but there are still spots available in the other sides.

“If you were at another club last year and want a fresh start, we’d love to have you on board with us.”

While the Vikings know they might struggle against the well- established teams in the Penrith District this season, they’re main mission in 2021 is simple.

“Our main focus is on our juniors and to develop and nurture them from a young age to love the great game we all love, rugby league,” Finau said.

“My personal motto is ‘all for the kids’ and we have plenty in store for our juniors here at the Vikings in season 2021.”

The Western Vikings will hold a Registration Day at Whalan Reserve next Saturday, February 6 from 10am. Upon

The Vikings are ready for action. registering, players will receive a water bottle, a bag and vouchers. A free sausage sizzle will also be on offer.

For details, visit the Western Vikings Facebook page or call 0400 159 057.

Thunder fans are welcome to travel Story continued from » p. 56 However, with the ACT - NSW border officially back open for business, local Thunder fans are being encouraged to head to Canberra this weekend to cheer their boys in lime green on. Tickets are on sale now.

Meanwhile, the production line that has produced the likes of Pat Cummins, Josh Lalor, Jordan Silk and Ryan Gibson in recent years is showing no signs of slowing down.

Penrith Cricket Club’s AW Green Shield (U16) side have shocked many by qualifying for this Sunday’s Grand Final against Northern District at Mark Taylor Oval.

The Cats will be chasing their first Green Shield title since the 2001/02 season after overcoming Blacktown Mounties in a nail- bitter during Tuesday’s Semi Final.

Playing in a One- Day match in sweltering conditions at Joe McAleer Reserve, Blacktown won the toss and sent Penrith into bat first.

With youngster Jake Scott leading the charge with the bat on 82, Penrith notched up an impressive 8/272 after 50 overs.

When Blacktown hit the crease later that day, the home side did everything in their power to win but ultimately fell agonisingly short.

Penrith will go into this weekend’s decider as massive underdogs.

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ike the New Zealand Warriors and Melbourne Storm in the NRL last year, the GWS Giants have also had to make huge sacrifices to get this season’s AFLW competition up and running.

Players, like 21-year- old Haneen Zreika, haven’t been home with their families since last year, forced to base themselves in Albury in southern NSW and then Adelaide due to various travel restrictions and border closures around the country.

“The last month has had its ups and downs, the players and staff have made incredible sacrifices to ensure the season can start on time. We’re making a big sacrifice for the whole competition,” Zreika told the Weekender.

“We’ve certainly had our challenges, but the group has been very good together and very supportive of one another. We just have to take it day by day and hopefully we can go home and play fairly soon.”

After more than four weeks of living out of a suitcase, it’ll be all worth it come Sunday afternoon when the Giants travel to Western Australia to take on Fremantle

Giants star Haneen Zreika at training recently in Adelaide. Photo: GWS Giants. in the opening round. While GWS will go into this weekend’s game against the Dockers as outsiders with the bookies, they are confident of causing an upset if they can carry on their scintillating form from last season.

“We do have the team and group to go all the way this year. I’m confident in this team and I think we have a good group to do it,” Zreika said.

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“I’m pretty confident that by Round 1 we’ll be in shape and we will kick-off the season with a win.”

A teacher’s aide off the field, Zreika is

one of the most popular players in the Giants’ line-up.

Debuting in 2019, the zippy midfielder made history when she became the first person of Lebanese descent, and the first Muslim, to play in the AFLW competition.

Initially a rugby league player with the Canterbury- Bankstown Bulldogs, Zreika switched to Aussie Rules when she was 15 and played in the AFL Sydney competition before she was drafted by GWS in the 2017 Rookie Draft.

Unfortunately, the 157cm pocket rocket was delisted by the Giants at the end of the 2018 season but was later re-selected in the 2018 Draft after a very impressive season playing with the now defunct Auburn-Penrith Giants.

While Zreika has since gone from strength to strength to cement herself as a regular member of the Giants’ line- up, she still dreams of playing rugby league at a professional level also.

“It’s still my dream to play in the NRLW as well, so this year I have decided to join South Sydney in the Harvey Norman Women’s competition… hopefully that will lead to good things down the track and I can play both sports,” she said.

Around the grounds CRICKET: Penrith have failed to win back to back games, losing to Gordon in Round 11 of the Belvidere Cup. Playing in a Two-Day match at Chatswood Oval, Penrith won the toss and elected to bat first. The visitors got some good production from a few of their batters but in the end were dismissed for 198.

Cameron Weir topscored for Penrith with 77. When Gordon hit the crease, they appeared in control early before losing four players for less than 10 runs each. Fortunately for their fans, they managed to hang on to defeat Penrith with two wickets in hand. Ryan Fletcher was the best of the bowlers for Penrith taking 4/61. Penrith will return home to Howell Oval this Saturday to face the UNSW in a Two-Day match.

CRICKET: Round 13 of the Nepean District Cricket Association (NDCA) is in the books, with Panthers Cricket Club enjoying another great weekend of results. In first grade, Panthers 9/93 defeated Jordan Springs 10/92. In sixth grade, Panthers 9/113 left it to the last ball of the final over to defeat Glenmore Park 10/109. Defending a small total, Panthers’ bowlers were in trouble early, but managed to fight back taking a final ball catch.

GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks have lost their final game of the season, going down to the UNSW Raiders 27-16 in Round 12 of the Gridiron NSW Men’s competition. Nepean finished in fifth position with three wins and six losses to their name. They will play

the Rebels in the playoffs. Meanwhile, Nepean’s Colts team are also playoffbound despite losing to the Sutherland Seahawks 40-8 last weekend. The Ducks finished the regular season in third position with a six win and three loss record.

GOLF: The prestigious South Creek Cup, which has run almost continuously since 1973, will be held at Dunheved Golf Club this Saturday, January 30. The 2020 winner was Justin McMillan from Twin Creeks, while the 2019 event was cancelled due to extreme flood damage on the course.

GOLF: The Golf NSW Major Pennant season tees off this Sunday, January 31, in both the Men’s and Women’s competitions. In the Men’s competition, Penrith and Twin Creeks will both play (in separate sections) in Division 1, Glenmore Heritage Valley in Division 2, Leonay in Division 4 and Wallacia in Division 5 in the Men’s division, while Penrith will also play in the Women’s Division 2 competition.

A-LEAGUE: After enjoying last weekend off, the Western Sydney Wanderers will return to the pitch tonight to take on Newcastle at Bankwest Stadium. The Wanderers currently sit third on the ladder following a two win, one draw and one loss start to the season.

W-LEAGUE: Western Sydney were thumped 4-1 at the hands of Newcastle last Saturday. Georgia Yeoman-Dale scored the only goal for the Wanderers.

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fter their women’s squad did the job late last year, Sydney Thunder’s BBL team will be looking to end an incredible summer with some trophy hoisting of their own.

Following a sensational regular season in which they finished third, the Thunder will play their first Finals match this Sunday evening in Canberra against the winner of tonight’s ‘Eliminator’ final between Brisbane and Adelaide at the Gabba.

If Sydney manage to defeat their opponent in Sunday night’s ‘Knock-Out’ final at Manuka Oval, they’ll then advance to the ‘Challenger’ final on February 4 where they’ll battle for a spot in next Saturday’s Grand Final.

Both the Thunder and crosstown rivals the Sydney Sixers nominated Manuka Oval as their preferred venue to host finals in the first week, given the limitations around travel for teams in and out of Sydney due to current state border restrictions.

There’s a chance Sydney could host a final next week – either the Grand Final if the Sixers win through to host that, or the Challenger final – but that decision has been delayed.

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