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Some of the excitement at the Sydney Santa Spectacular

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Christmas has well and truly arrived in Penrith, with the Sydney Santa Spectacular launching last weekend. Thousands of families soaked up the excitement of the epic new local event at Panthers.

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JAILED OVER COP ATTACK

ALENA HIGGINS Justice has been served for local police officers violently attacked by drunken men in Penrith earlier this year.

Michael Luke Zinghini, 27, was jailed for two years and three months for punching a plain clothed police officer multiple times to the face and for damaging an unmarked police car.

Referring to the “chilling” CCTV footage of the attack, presiding Judge Mark Buscombe said it was lucky the police officer didn’t suffer a catastrophic head injury when he fell to the ground.

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ore than half of the City’s playgrounds are set to receive more shade after a Council audit found 83 lacked any or sufficient cover from the sun.

Penrith Council has committed to spending $2.24 million between 2020 and 2023 to install more shade sails and plant additional trees.

Councillor Mark Davies spearheaded the campaign for a formal shade policy for playspaces earlier this year, after being approached by community members complaining about the lack of shade at existing and new parks.

He said he wanted a policy that would deal with both issues, describing what has been achieved as a “great outcome” for the people of the Penrith area.

“Now we have a policy that determines the shade that needs to be provided by developers, but also now we have identified 83 parks that don’t have adequate shading,” he said.

Cr Davies said many of the identified parks became unusable on warm days because the equipment got too hot.

“There is now going to be greater access

to the play equipment, it’s going to be a better experience for children and families and now we have a policy that is going to be rolled out right across the whole LGA,” he said.

“Our recreational space in terms of our parks will be enjoyed by a whole lot more people going forward over the next three years.”

An assessment of all the City’s playspaces found 83 required new or additional shade provisions out of a total of 153 playgrounds. $1.95 million is expected to be used to provide artificial shade structures while $290,000 will be spent planting 687 trees.

Provisions will maximise shade over playgrounds as well as seated areas between the hours of 10am and 4pm, and shade will be provided at all existing and planned playgrounds in the City, according to the policy.

Between 2012 and 2019, Council replaced 56 playgrounds and installed 18 shade structures through the Parks Asset Renewal Program.

A number of these playgrounds, when replaced, have been re-positioned to take advantage of natural shade opportunities.

The money for the program will be funded through the Financial Management Reserve.

Councillor Mark Davies was the driving force behind the new shade policy

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hristmas has arrived at the Weekender office. And by arrived, I mean I got the already-decorated Christmas Tree from last year out of storage and put it at the front of the office. Job done.

But with the festive season now officially here, I thought we’d take a look at your A to Z guide of Christmas 2019.

A is for... air conditioners. Nobody should be allowed to host Christmas lunch without one.

B is for... Boxing Day. Cricket, beers, leftovers. What a day.

C is for... church. I admit I haven’t been in 20-something years but I’m locked in this Christmas Day. Reverend Lavender, save me a spot!

D is for... decorations. PSA: Don’t buy Christmas baubles that aren’t already pre- stringed. All they’re good for is throwing across the room in frustration.

E is for... egg nog. It’s not that good, but I always get caught up and buy a couple of bottles from Coles.

F is for... festive playlists. I’ve got my Mariah Carey and Wham! ready to go.

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P is for... prawns. Even better if you can bribe someone to peel them for you.

Mum?

“Blokes, never fear, fresh undies are on the way this Christmas!”

I is for... inflatable toys. If you’re heading for a swim this Christmas, don’t forget your blow-up flamingo or watermelon.

J is for... Jesus. There wouldn’t be Christmas without him, after all.

K is for... Kochie. If he’s not hosting Carols in the Domain in a novelty jacket, is it even Christmas?

L is for... lighting the Christmas Tree.

I’ll be helping to do that at Memory Park in the Penrith CBD tonight.

M is for... ‘Miracle on 34th Street’. The 1947 version that is. A must-watch over the festive season.

Q is for... questions. Get ready for grandma and cousin Steve to ask a few of you this Christmas Day. Have your life update ready to roll.

R is for... real Christmas trees. I’m a big advocate for a Kmart tree but my wife disagrees. Hard to get this year due to the poor conditions but if you’re keen enough, you’ll track one down.

S is for... Santa Claus. I saw him getting some Nandos for lunch the other day.

T is for... turkey. I admit, I’m more of a pork crackling man, but I’m open to convincing.

U is for... underwear. Blokes, never fear, fresh pairs are under the tree.

V is for... Virgin Mary. Just ask Kyle Sandilands.

W is for... a white Christmas. I’ve had a few but nothing beats an Aussie summer.

X is for... Xmas. Really, it should never be written this way.

G is for... gift cards. Still a legitimately good present in my view, to either give or receive.

N is for... New Year’s Eve. The inevitable “what are you doing” question will pop up as soon as the sun sets on Christmas.

Nothing should be your answer – the world’s most over-rated night!

Y is for... “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus”. One of the great lines of newspaper copy in history.

H is for... ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Home Alone 2’. The two greatest Christmas movies of all time. No correspondence will be entered into.

O is for... the office Christmas party.

The Weekender team had ours on Thursday. Good news – nobody will be appearing in the court column next week.

Z is for... zapping mozzies. A Christmas and summer tradition. Made easier if you’re a winner of our giveaway from Gecko last week!

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arsh new water restrictions will come into force next month as Sydney’s dam levels continue to

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Despite a week of storms and some rain, Warragamba Dam is currently at 46.7 per cent capacity.

Sydney as a whole sits at 45.8 per cent.

As of Tuesday, December 10, level two water restrictions will be imposed in Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the Illawarra in a bid to protect Greater Sydney’s water supply from ongoing drought conditions.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Minister for Water Melinda Pavey announced the restrictions last week, expressing their concerns for ongoing dropping dam levels.

“Usually, we would expect to have level two water restrictions come into effect when dam levels reached 40 per cent but given the rapid rate of decline of our dam levels we have decided to enact the next level of restrictions sooner than planned,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“We’re experiencing one of the most severe droughts on record and we expect introducing level two restrictions to save 78.5 gigalitres of water per year.

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Tough restrictions ahead

Water levels at Warragamba Dam continue to drop “We all need to do our bit to ensure we are using water wisely and these restrictions will help secure water for Sydney, Blue Mountains and the Illawarra.”

More than 85 per cent of Greater Sydney’s water is supplied by captured rainfall.

Due to the dry conditions, dam levels have now reached the lowest levels seen since the millennium drought.

The new restrictions will require residents to use a bucket or watering can to water their gardens between approved

times, cars can only be washed with a bucket or taken to a commercial car wash and topping up of pools and spas is limited to 15 minutes a day with a trigger nozzle.

Ms Pavey said the Bureau of Meteorology has predicted another hot summer ahead with ongoing dry conditions.

“We’re doing the work to save as much drinking water as we can to ensure there is enough if the drought persists,” she said.

“Businesses who rely upon outdoor water use as part of their operations need

to get an exemption. If a business applied for and received a permit under the previous level of restrictions, they’ll need to contact Sydney Water to confirm it’s still valid.”

Fines will still apply for breaches of water restrictions – $220 for residential breaches and $550 for businesses. Regular patrols remain in place.

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NRL player Tyrone May will learn his fate in January after pleading guilty to charges relating to sex tapes that were recorded without consent.

23- year- old May, a utility with the Penrith Panthers, pleaded guilty to four charges against him, including ‘intentionally recording an intimate image without consent’.

May was facing a total of eight charges relating to the sex tape scandal that engulfed Penrith’s 2019 pre- season, but prosecutors have dropped four of them.

Penrith coach Ivan Cleary was in court last Friday to support May, who remains contracted to the club.

May missed the entire 2019 NRL season after being stood down following the charges being laid earlier this year.

Charged over IED A Penrith man has appeared in court after an improvised explosive device (IED) was allegedly left at a Bringelly home last week.

About 12pm on Monday, November 18, officers from Liverpool City Police Area Command attended a home on Avon Road, after an occupant found a suspicious package.

A crime scene was established before specialist police attended and rendered the package safe. It was seized and has been forensically examined.

A 26-year-old Penrith man was arrested at Sydney Airport by detectives after being denied entry to Singapore and returned to Australia.

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Man jailed for violent attack Police officer required surgery after out-of-control incident ALENA HIGGINS

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ustice has been served for local police officers violently attacked by drunken men earlier this year.

Michael Luke Zinghini, 27, was jailed for two years and three months last Friday for punching a plain clothed police officer multiple times to the face and for damaging an unmarked police car.

The officers, attached to the Nepean Police Area Command, were attending an unrelated crime scene in the Panthers McDonald’s car park about 2.20am on February 3 when they spotted a group of about 10 people standing in the middle of the road.

As the vehicle travelled east towards Mulgoa Road, Zinghini and another male, later identified to be his brother Andrew, crossed the road in front of the car, causing Sergeant David Jones to apply the brakes and sound the horn.

When the vehicle stopped at the traffic lights, the offender ran along the median strip towards the driver side of the vehicle and kicked in the door.

Sergeant Jones exited the vehicle to arrest the offender, but despite announcing his office and displaying his police badge, the offender refused his direction to get on the ground.

Instead, he took hold of Sergeant Jones’

shirt and wrestled with the officer before punching him to his left eye and upper lip, causing him to fall to the ground.

By this time, a number of males had run towards them, with other officers in the car and additional police deploying capsicum spray to subdue the offenders.

Sergeant Jones required surgery to repair his lip, Penrith District Court heard last Friday, and had been significantly impacted by the incident.

Zinghini, who had earlier been evicted from Panthers due to an incident inside the club, claimed he was unaware it was a police car.

Judge Mark Buscombe acknowledged

the offender’s level of intoxication could have hindered his “appreciation” for that fact, but pointed out “what more could the police officer do?”.

Referring to the “chilling” CCTV, Judge Buscombe said it was lucky the Sergeant didn’t suffer a catastrophic head injury when he fell to the ground.

The court heard Zinghini, who attended St Dominic’s College and resides in Glenmore Park, had a limited criminal record and was dealing with his father’s terminal illness at the time of the violent assault.

Judge Buscombe was satisfied Zinghini, a full-time truck driver, showed genuine remorse but said general deterrence must be given full weight and the court must be seen to support the police, who have the “unenviable task” of maintaining law and order.

The court room was full of family members and friends and a large police contingent as judgement was handed down and Zinghini, who was previously on bail, was lead down to the cells.

He is eligible for release on parole on February 21, 2021.

Andrew Zinghini was sentenced at Penrith Local Court earlier this year and has successfully appealed to have his 12- month full- time jail sentence downgraded to a community- based Intensive Correction Order.

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May pleads guilty

Mayor and Penrith MP to head overseas on study visit; costs yet to be confirmed ALENA HIGGINS

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n overseas study tour is on the cards for Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler as part of a learning opportunity for government leaders.

Cr Fowler will join Penrith MP and Minister for Jobs, Investment, Tourism and Western Sydney, Stuart Ayres as well as Minister for Population, Cities and Urban Infrastructure, Alan Tudge and Global Head of Relationships for NSW Treasury, Geoff Roberts on the seven-day visit next year.

Other partners in the Western Sydney City Deal will also be in attendance, with the tour focusing on examples of best practice in regional development.

The proposed tour will encompass Northern England, specifically the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre and University in Sheffield, before delegates visit Schiphol in the Netherlands – an airport city with a string of satellite locations very similar to western Sydney.

Mr Ayres said international trade missions have been a “raging success” in attracting investment and attention to western Sydney, and councils should be given the opportunity to leverage these relationships to deliver better outcomes.

Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler is heading overseas on a study tour. Photo: Megan Dunn “The Western Parkland City, City Deal and Aerotropolis have combined to create one of the most dynamic economic development precincts in the world,” Mr Ayres said.

“I would encourage councils to learn

lessons from overseas that can improve what we do here at home.”

During Council’s Ordinary Meeting on Monday night, Councillors approved the Mayor’s attendance and proposed his predecessor, Councillor John Thain, also

join the group. Cr Thain was instrumental in getting the “game- changing” Western Sydney City Deal – a commitment between all three levels of government to unlock opportunities for the Western City and its people – over the line.

But the question on many people’s lips – how much taxpayers’ money will be used to fund the trip – remains up in the air.

Councillors were told this will not be known until dates are confirmed and the complete itinerary is finalised.

It is expected the group will travel in the first quarter of 2020, most likely midMarch when neither the Commonwealth nor NSW Parliament are sitting enabling Mr Ayres and Mr Tudge to attend.

Councils are required to cover the direct costs associated with each participant, with Cr Fowler’s expenses being met by funding in the Financial Management Reserve.

On return from the trip, a briefing will be provided to Councillors and key staff on the insights obtained through the study tour.

The study tour proposal has been developed by relevant Commonwealth and NSW State Government agencies and incorporates feedback received from the Mayoral Forum of the Western Parkland Councils.

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Waste facility’s green light Neighbours hopeful EPA and Council have made right call to approve new centre ALENA HIGGINS

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he NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and Penrith Council have given the nod to a waste facility at Emu Heights despite community concerns.

The Bromley Road facility is approved to receive a maximum of 26,000 tonnes of construction and demolition waste per year and will operate six days per week.

Applicant Recycle Assist said consent was based on various levels of compliance which it promised to “embrace and adhere to at all times”.

“We look forward to operating this resource recovery facility to the utmost of industry standards and to also further our recycling rates and improve upon our carbon footprint,” Recycle Assist’s Anthony Taouk said.

“We hope to make Penrith proud of housing a small yet very effective recycling outlet.”

The proposal was met with strong opposition when it was lodged earlier this year, with noise, public heath issues, traffic flow and economic impacts on surrounding businesses raised.

At the time, neighbouring business The Kuisine Co Australia – which supplies

ready meals to hospitals and NDIS recipients nation-wide – questioned the potential danger to air quality and food safety.

On Monday, Director Pran Gohil told the Weekender all the company could do was trust that the EPA and Council had made the correct call.

“I’m sure the Department of Environment and the Council have taken all precautions,” he said.

“I’m sure they have assessed the risk posed to our business and other neighbours and I just hope that their judgement proves to be correct.”

Despite being located about 100 metres from a residential area, it was found the distance was buffered by a train line and 13.5 metre high earth mound, providing an “effective acoustic barrier”.

Residential amenity was also “sufficiently protected” as the proposal demonstrated acceptable noise level criteria and addressed environmental impacts.

As part of the consent, the applicant must make modifications to the site, which was previously used as a liquid waste and storage facility.

These include constructing a concrete high wall on the western boundary and awning to cover the waste receival area.

It must also operate water sprays during receivals and loading.

The Kuisine Company remains concerned about its new neighbour

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Jordan Springs East residents call for bus-only road to be opened to general public EMILY FESZCZUK

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ith just one road in and out, residents of Jordan Springs East (JSE) say safety is at risk in their suburb and better access needs to be implemented by Penrith City Council and developer Lendlease.

Bliss Johnson, who has lived in Jordan Springs East for 18 months, is one of the many residents who has voiced concerns over the limited access.

“Currently there is only one road that has bushland on either side which concerns residents with the volatile bushfire threat we have this year, and the lack of emergency vehicle access and just general access,” Ms Johnson said.

“There is a connector road to Ropes Crossing which was meant to be built by Lendlease by the end of this year, however it hasn’t even begun yet from the JSE side, and we have a bus-only lane that exits through to Werrington but it is blocked by two large gates.”

Lendlease Senior Development Manager, Kevin Montier, told the Weekender that the bus lane can be used for safety reasons and work is continuing for more access.

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Bliss Johnson with other concerned residents. Photo: Megan Dunn JSE to Werrington County and the safety of residents and our people is our priority,” Mr Montier said.

“Work on Stage 1 of the East- West Connector Road has recently started at Ropes Crossing, heading west towards JSE, which will link up with the future Stage 2 road that is subject to approval by Penrith City Council and Blacktown City Council.”

A Penrith Council spokesperson said a survey conducted in 2007 revealed the

proposed roads would be sufficient and said they have emergency evacuation plans for the community should fires or other incidents take place.

“The Penrith EMPLAN is a document prepared by the Penrith Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC),” the spokesperson said.

“The combat agencies i.e. NSW Fire and Rescue, NSW Police, and NSW SES are confident that the current road network is capable of accommodating the staged

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esidents are reminded that access to Wianamatta Park is officially open for use, boasting a 4.6 kilometre trail between Ropes Crossing and Jordan Springs.

Despite the security fencing, the community are able to access the ‘Luxford Trail’ from the corner of Callistemon Circuit and Carramar Avenue, Jordan Springs, by pushing a button to the right of the fence.

This security measure has been put in place to ensure wildlife such as kangaroos and emus don’t have direct access to the surrounding roads and residential areas.

Lendlease recently opened the park to provide the community with access to 750 hectares of bushland, including the critically endangered Cumberland Plain Woodland, previously closed to the public for over 50 years.

Lendlease Regional Development Manager Kevin Montier joined Londonderry MP Prue Car at the entrance on Wednesday to discuss the benefits this will bring to the community.

“The regional park itself is just a small component of the 900 hectares of regional park that sits within Jordan Springs and

the entire St Marys development,” Mr Montier said.

“It allows all uses, for walking, running, riding bikes and that’s something the public hasn’t had the access to do since post-war, so it’s unique access to local flora and fauna.

“It was always the intention for Lendlease to provide this regional park back to National Parks and was always part of the original plans with governments.”

The Luxford Trail makes up 4.6 kilometres of the wider 65 kilometre Great West Walk.

Ms Car said it’s a great way for families to get outdoors and enjoy the local flora and fauna.

“This recently opened track here in Jordan Springs is really exciting for residents because a lot of people bought here for the fact that it backs onto the beautiful reserve,” she said.

“I think it’s really special for residents of Jordan Springs who have been living amongst and now have access to this precious part of western Sydney.

“I hope people will use it with their families, there’s lots of active residents using the reserves already and this is just an extension of that and I can’t wait to use it myself.”

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Londonderry MP Prue Car meeting with representatives from Nepean Hospital and the Health Services Union earlier this month

new trial aimed at improving the safety of paramedics has been launched, as the State Government looks to find a solution to the state’s hospital violence crisis.

Paramedics will be fitted with high-tech body cameras as part of the $48 million reform package to improve the safety of frontline health staff.

Paramedics, security officers and other staff members at Nepean Hospital have borne the brunt of some vicious attacks, with advocacy groups, like the Health Services Union (HSU), calling for urgent security reforms.

While Nepean Hospital is not participating in the trial, Penrith MP Stuart Ayres said the findings are set to greatly benefit local workers in the future.

“Body worn cameras are being trialled to identify if they provide increased safety benefits to paramedics. If successful, more could be rolled out across the state, including here in Penrith,” he said.

“This pilot program is an initiative that was identified through our paramedic consultative roundtable process.

“Paramedics are there to help us and

shouldn’t have to put up with violence against them. If this pilot positively changes the behaviour of people interacting with paramedics then it’s a good thing.”

NSW Ambulance Chief Executive, Dr Dominic Morgan, said 60 body cameras will be used in the trial by paramedics and if it is successful, more could be rolled out state-wide.

“When the idea of body cameras was raised at the paramedic roundtable, the NSW Government listened and worked with us to introduce the technology,” he said.

“The cameras will be another set of eyes for our paramedics and in addition to hopefully deterring abuse, there is scope to use them for training purposes further down the line.”

Earlier this month Londonderry MP Prue Car joined HSU members at Nepean Hospital to rally for improved security, presenting Mr Ayres with 1,100 signatures on petitions.

“The use of cameras has the potential to assist police to track down and prosecute people who assault paramedics,” said HSU NSW Secretary Gerard Hayes.

The trial will proceed over the next 12 months.

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How a 000 call escalated into an all-out attack on police

A man who directed a fireball at police and wounded multiple officers when he violently resisted arrest has been jailed for at least 12 months.

Despite his lawyer submitting an alternative to full-time custody could be reached, Magistrate Janine Lacy refused to let Danny Flowers walk free last Thursday, citing the “disturbing” set of facts before sentencing him to 20 months behind bars.

Penrith Local Court heard a relationship breakdown and “prolonged binge” of ‘ice’ and alcohol “precipitated” the 36-year-old’s abhorrent behaviour, which began about 5.30am on July 12 when he called 000 claiming someone was trying to break in.

Upon attending his Dent Street, Jamisontown address, Flowers opened the door and ambushed the officers, using an aerosol can and lighter to direct a fireball through the door before barricading himself inside the unit.

While inside, he continued to threaten officers with flames while smashing walls and setting property alight, forcing firefighters to attend fearing an all-out blaze.

After scaling his balcony onto his neighbour’s unit, Flowers fled the scene, running into traffic and was eventually tackled to the ground near Jamison and Mulgoa Roads but he continued to resist arrest while officers fought to apprehend him.

Three local police officers sustained injuries after being exposed to the flames and in the struggle to arrest the 36-yearold.

The court heard Flowers, who began using drugs aged 12 or 13, progressed to harder drugs not long after entering adulthood.

Through his lawyer, Flowers – who has been bail refused since his arrest – conveyed his apologies to the police.

He will be eligible for release on July 11, 2020.

Accused teacher still hasn’t entered pleas on sex charges

It’s still unclear how a local teacher accused of having sex with one of his students intends to plead after his matter was adjourned again.

Gavin Malcolm Duncan, 32, was supposed to formally enter his pleas last Friday, but the parties sought a further two week extension to finalise negotiations.

Duncan, of Glenmore Park, is accused of having an intimate relationship with a 17-year-old female student while working as a maths teacher at Katoomba High School.

The sex offences are alleged to have occurred at Glenmore Park on three separate occasions between June 9 and July 1 2018, court documents show.

The 32-year-old, who previously taught at Blaxland High and Glenmore Park High, has now been barred by the Department of Education.

His charges carry a maximum penalty of four years’ jail.

He is due back in court on December 6.

Good behaviour bond and extended ban for mother

A mother who drove while banned with her child not properly restrained has been told her actions were “inexcusable”.

Nicole Maree Spencer, 36, faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with two counts of ‘driving while disqualified’ and two counts of ‘child not restrained’.

Her lawyer conceded Spencer had offered “very little reason” for her illegal driving other than to admit it was “stupid”.

Magistrate Janine Lacy was scathing of her behaviour, telling the mother-of-four to drive with a child, “her own child”, not seated in a booster seat or child restraint on not one but two occasions was “appalling”.

“She has no real excuse for placing the child and other road users at risk,” she said.

“Clearly she knew she was suspended

because she made admissions to that effect,” she added.

Spencer was convicted, ordered to enter a two-year good behaviour bond and disqualified for a further 12 months.

Woman didn’t know owning a taser was illegal

A woman caught with a taser has copped a criminal conviction and hefty fine.

Kelly Anne Gray told Penrith Local Court last Thursday she was unaware it was illegal to possess one.

Gray told the court she had purchased the $16 taser online for safety reasons, adding she was not a violent person.

“I didn’t realise at the time it was considered a weapon,” she said.

But Magistrate Geoff Hiatt said she should have done her due diligence.

“You just don’t go online and purchase those types of items without making inquiries,” he said.

“I honestly didn’t even think,” Gray, who has no prior criminal record, replied.

Magistrate Hiatt told her it was not a trivial offence, noting the charge carries a maximum of 14 years’ imprisonment, indicating how seriously the courts and the community view the possession of prohibited weapons.

“People just can’t willy nilly purchase things online,” he reiterated.

She was convicted, fined $800 and ordered to have her photograph and finger prints taken.

Man banned from driving gets behind the wheel twice

A disqualified motorist caught driving twice in as many weeks has been stripped of his licence for a further 12 months.

Brodie Cameron Moran Hackett acknowledged his actions have not only affected his family but everyone else on the road, telling Penrith Local Court last Thursday “I don’t make any excuses”.

The court heard Hackett’s driving was aggravated on each occasion, once when

he was observed speeding more than 20km/hr over the limit, and on another time, when he failed to wear his seat belt.

Magistrate Janine Lacy noted it was not a matter where the court could extend leniency given his poor traffic record.

Instead, Her Honour upped the penalties, ordering him off the road for 12 months in the hope that it might deter him.

He was also fined $1,500.

Man caught with cannabis cops good behaviour bond and fine

A man has been hit with a $900 fine and a good behaviour bond after he was busted with drugs.

The man fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday and pleaded guilty to possessing one gram of cannabis.

Magistrate Janine Lacy took into account his prior criminal record and noted specific deterrence was needed.

His bond is subject to supervision.

Man granted more time to complete community service

A man who failed to perform his community service work in the required time frame has been granted a final extension.

Penrith Local Court heard Scott Robert Lee Montgomery had only completed 54.5 of 300 hours after he was ordered to undertake the work when he was sentenced for high range drink driving in July last year.

Last Thursday, his lawyer told the court his client, who was supported in court by his parents and partner, had effectively turned his life around and was now working, which he said was to his credit.

Magistrate Geoff Hiatt revoked the original bond and re-sentenced him to a fresh Community Correction Order for 12 months with a condition he undertake 240 hours of community service work.

He warned Montgomery if another breach was established and he failed to complete the hours, a custodial sentence would be imposed on the next occasion.

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Police Snapshot St Marys: Man shows police more than they asked for

A man has been charged after exposing his genitals to police on Sunday, November 24.

About 9.45am police were patrolling St Marys Railway Station, conducting ticket inspections when they stopped a 35-yearold Colyton man.

It is alleged the man verbally abused police, threw his Opal card at them and continued to swear at them as he picked his card back up.

A check of his Opal card revealed it was valid and the man was allowed to leave.

The man continued to complain loudly and swear whilst walking away.

A short distance away he lowered his pants and underwear, exposing his penis towards police.

He was subsequently arrested and charged with ‘wilful and obscene exposure in or near public place or school’.

He is to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, December 10.

St Marys: CCTV captures robbery of butcher shop

Police are appealing for witnesses after a St Marys butcher was robbed on Friday, November 22.

About 3.30am the alarm of the Queen Street premises was activated.

The owner attended and discovered his shop had been broken into, with evidence showing all rooms of the premises had been entered and a sum of cash was missing.

The entire incident was captured on CCTV, which was handed over to police.

The offender has been described as a tall, Caucasian male, believed to be about 30-years-old. He was last seen wearing a light coloured hoodie and track pants.

Glenmore Park: Teen charged with string of offences

Two teenage girls have been arrested following a string of offences in Glenmore Park.

Just before 4am on Thursday, November 21, two girls entered a closed fast food restaurant on the Glenmore Parkway and allegedly stole cash from a charity container on the counter.

About 3pm, the girls returned to the same fast food restaurant and police were notified after they were recognised by staff. The girls then attempted to flee in a Holden Captiva before allegedly deliberately reversing into a Mazda in the car park, occupied by a female driver and two children.

The Holden reversed into the Mazda a second time, hitting a male staff member who was standing nearby.

He then opened the driver’s door to remove the keys from the vehicle and the teens fled on foot before being detained by witnesses nearby.

There were no reports of injuries.

The 15-year-old girl was charged with ‘not give particulars to other driver’, ‘driver never licensed’, ‘negligent driving’, ‘use offensive weapon to prevent lawful detention’, ‘larceny’ and ‘take and drive conveyance without consent of owner’.

The 14-year-old girl will be dealt with under the Young Offenders Act.

South Penrith: Man charged after smashing windows

A man has been charged after an incident in South Penrith.

About 4.00pm on Friday, November 22 a 23-year-old North St Marys man attended a unit block in Penrose Crescent, South Penrith.

It is alleged the man was standing out the front of the units with a large piece of wood, yelling at the occupant. The occupant did not leave his unit, but went to the rear and it is alleged he heard the smashing of glass, and has seen the 23-year-old running away. The occupant has found that three of his windows were smashed.

Police attended a short time later and arrested the man.

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Abandoned property We regularly get enquiries about what someone can do if another person has abandoned property in someone else’s possession or on someone else’s property.

This most commonly comes up in commercial scenarios, for example when the owner of a property agrees to let someone store goods and chattels thereon in return for a fee or in the case of commercial leases whereby a lease is terminated and/or abandoned by the lessee who later refuses to remove their property from the leased premises.

The most common types of abandoned property are things like old cars and machinery because they are typically large and difficult to store and they only have a limited value, meaning the owner is often unmotivated to find an alternate storage option.

The legal disposal of abandoned goods in NSW is governed by the Uncollected Goods Act 1995.

Generally speaking, a person with someone else’s property in their possession or on their land is required to take reasonable care when dealing with the property, not to cause damage to the property and obtain the owner’s permission before the property is disposed of.

If the value of the property that has been abandoned is less than $100, you need to give the owner 28 days’ notice that you intend to dispose of the

property in question. If the value is over $100 but less than $500, three months’ notice is required with six months’ notice required for abandoned property up to a value of $5,000.

For property over $5,000, you need an Order from the Local Court before disposing of abandoned property.

As you can see, it’s not as simple as just throwing the property away or taking ownership of it.

In some cases a direct application to the Local Court for a Disposal Order can negate the notice period above.

It is very important that you do not deal with another person’s property in a manner that breaches the Act. The legislation enables the owner of property to claim compensation for goods disposed of not in accordance with the relevant legislation.

The legislation also sets out that a person who disposes of another person’s goods pursuant to the Act can recover their costs associated with same.

While the Uncollected Goods Act applies to many circumstances of abandonment of goods and chattels, other legislation applies to goods that are left with a pawnbroker, property left in residential property by a tenant under the Residential Tenancies Act and property abandoned in a retirement home.

If you’d like to discuss matters like this, don’t hesitate to contact me or my team.

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STRESSED ABOUT CASH Almost seven million Australians are losing sleep because they are worried about money, according to research by online financial services company Spaceship.

Nearly 40 per cent of adult respondents to Spaceship’s Fear of Finding Out Survey admit to losing sleep because of financial concerns and more than 60 per cent regularly feel ‘hot’ and ‘stressed’ about their bank accounts.

NSW is the most financially anxious state or territory, with 22 per cent of the population frequently worried about money matters, followed by 21 per cent of Queenslanders, and 20 per cent of Victorians and Western Australians.

More women than men are anxious about their finances.

Lighting a candle at this year’s Penrith City Carols on Sunday, December 8 may just light up the life of someone feeling lonely at this festive time of year.

Penrith Battery World’s David Nicholas is not only going to join the carollers in song but has also come up with a creative way to help support the event: he has bought 2000 battery powered candles and he is giving them away to organisers to light the night of this annual tradition that continues to bring everyone in the community together.

“This can be a tough time of year for many people and events like this, where everyone is welcome, can be just the tonic for many people feeling isolated in the community,” Mr Nicholas said.

“We are of course in the business of batteries so when we saw these candles were available, we jumped at the opportunity to buy them, even though at the time we were not quite sure what we would do with them.”

Penrith City Carols will again be held at Penrith Paceway. Gates open at 4.30pm, the event will end with fireworks and finale at 9pm.

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NEW NAME

One of Jamisontown’s best- known takeaway shops has a new name, new owners and a new look.

Happy Harry’s, which has been serving hamburgers and coffees on Abel Street for decades, is now known as the Abel St Eatery.

To celebrate the launch on Monday, $2.50 coffees were up for grabs.

New decor, seating options and exciting new menu options are also part of the new-look eatery.

The previous owners finished up last week, ending a long association with the takeaway shop.

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Liverpool has overhauled its food game with the launch of The Paper Mill Food.

The Weekender team had the opportunity to sample the incredible food on offer at the Firepit restaurant last week, and our journalists left giving it 10/10.

The 1,800sqm food precinct prides itself on reflecting the cultural diversity of Sydney’s vibrant west, with four distinct restaurants,

including Firepit, an à la carte restaurant specialising in wood- fire cooked meat and seafood; Charcoal Joe’s, a Lebanese charcoal chicken outlet; Georgie’s, a pizzeria and bar; and Shepherd’s Lane, a café and dessert bar.

Apart from its amazing cuisine, The Paper Mill Food also offers the perfect venue for weddings, christenings, anniversaries and other special occasions, with the flexibility to cater

for intimate get- togethers or larger gatherings of 120 or more, and menus offering everything from standup canapes to sit- down formal meals.

Positioned under the heritage sawtooth roof of the beautifully restored paper mill building, which dates to 1914, The Paper Mill Food forms part of Coronation Property’s 882 - apartment master planned community and urban renewal precinct.

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Olympus topped the ratings of digital cameras while Kobo was the best rated eBook reader.

Apple won the laptop category and Brother topped printers.

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US country star Kip Moore has confirmed he’ll play a show in Sydney next year, alongside his appearance at the CMC Rocks festival in Queensland.

Moore will join special guest Jimmie Allen to perform at the Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, March 18.

Moore returns for his fourth visit to Australia with the promise of new songs, including his newly released and current hit single ‘She’s Mine’, the first taste of his forthcoming album.

FESTIVE TREAT The Lions Club of Emu Plains will be selling Lions Christmas cakes and puddings again this festive season.

The sales of cakes and puddings enables the Lions Club to provide donations in the form of Christmas cakes to Penrith Community Kitchen, Nepean Food Services (Meals on Wheels) and the Salvation Army (Glenmore Park), who provide them to the local community with their Christmas meal services.

You can get your cakes and puddings from the Lions at Lennox Village on Saturday, December 7.

You can also place an order to collect by calling Carol on 0414 354 991.

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PENRITH 2026 PART SIX OF A SIX PART SERIES Open space is critical in Penrith, and Council continues to deliver the facilities and services our city needs as our population grows PENRITH MAYOR ROSS FOWLER

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pen space, play, sport and recreation in the City provides opportunities for everyone to participate in activities all year round.

Over 1,200 hectares of open space, including 600 reserves, provide residents with places that can be enjoyed with family and friends.

Council’s 132 sports fields, 65 netball courts and 43 tennis courts attract over 2.5 million visits annually.

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enrith is about to become a better place for sports, recreation and general outdoor entertainment and relaxation, says Penrith Council Mayor Ross Fowler OAM as a result of the development of a 15- year Sport and Recreation Strategy.

Mayor Fowler said the strategy is being developed with the future in mind.

“Over the next 15 years Council plans to continue to improve its current, open space, play and recreation facilities across the City,” he said.

“Investment will ensure the realisation of major recreation precincts such as improvements around the river, Gipps Street, and the Regional Open Space as part of Jordan Springs East.”

Council will deliver projects that will benefit local communities across every area of the City including playground and shade provision, sports amenities, floodlighting, sportsground and surface improvements, multipurpose and youth recreation spaces, and dog parks among others.

“We want to make sure that, as the City grows over the next 15 years, the number of ways residents can get out and enjoy themselves grows as well,” Mayor Fowler said.

“This meets our aim of residents in established suburbs having up- to- date facilities and residents in new suburbs having sports fields, playgrounds and parks accessible to them.

“Our community values access to open space and appreciates being close to natural and rural landscapes and, has a strong desire for environmental protection and enhancement.”

Penrith Council General Manager Warwick Winn said the new Strategy provides a cornerstone for future open space provision through the planning, design and management of the physical environment in which recreation and leisure takes place.

“The scope of works is large,” Mr Winn said.

“We currently have 1,200 hectares of open space and hundreds of different facilities across the greater council area.

“Everyone knows the city is growing, and the Sport and Recreation Strategy is Council’s way of ensuring its residents can maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.

“Council recognises how important it is that sport, recreation, play, open space, the environment, rural lands and other green infrastructure is preserved and maintained.

“It is vital that present and future residents have access to spaces and places that provide social, economic and environmental benefits.

“In striving to achieve this, the Penrith Sport and Recreation Strategy includes clear guidelines designed to ensure future developments provide the appropriate type, quantity and quality of open space recreational areas and facilities.

“The strategies and actions outlined in the strategy define the specifications for use by developers and other agencies when considering infrastructure provision in the city.”

The community will be able to provide feedback on the Strategy between January and March next year and Council will provide further details about this early next year.

skateparks, multi- sport courts, rowing clubs, a riding facility and walking trails are available to use by young and old of all abilities.

Ripples St Marys and Ripples Penrith attract thousands of visitors annually, providing programs including learn to swim. Two water play parks ensure fun for everyone.

Council is looking to the future.

A draft Sport and Recreation Plan has been developed and will open for community feedback early next year.

We want all residents to have easy access to open space and recreational facilities.

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Council will invest in the facilities we need for the future

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reating great places and spaces, where people can connect with each other and gain health benefits through participation in a diverse range of activities, is a great investment for the City, according to Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler OAM. Council’s released a 15 year draft Penrith Sport and Recreation Plan which includes 82 proposed projects to be delivered in the first five years. The plan includes sport facility and playground projects, the provision of an outdoor gym in Chapman Gardens, the creation of a multi- purpose recreation space in Cambridge Gardens and Bennett Park, among others.

In addition, by 2021 the City will have its first synthetic sportsground installed at Jamison Park, with further sports amenity upgrades completed at Mulgoa Rise, Hunter Fields, Roper Road, Leonay Oval, and Parkes Ave. Recent investment has seen the completion of new facilities at Robin Wiles and Mulgoa Park.

Council has secured almost $30 million in grant funding over 18 months through programs offered by the Federal and State Governments and agencies, allowing Council to plan and invest $125 million in new and upgraded open space, play, sport and recreation facilities over the next five years.

“It’s exciting to be in a position where Council is able to plan for the future and invest in creating contemporary facilities which meet the needs of our community,” Cr Fowler said.

The community is encouraged to provide feedback on the draft Penrith Sport and Recreation Plan when it is placed on public exhibition between January and March next year.

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enrith City Council recognises how important it is that sport, recreation, play and open spaces are preserved, maintained and upgraded. With over 150 playgrounds across the Penrith area, Council has an ongoing asset renewal program to upgrade these play spaces to modern facilities.

Consultation with the community guides Council in delivering the best result for playground users. Traditional play equipment (slides, swings, and rockers), whilst important, is today considered as only one component of the play experience. Play spaces are not only for children, but also the whole family and now include aspects for adults and carers such as seating, barbeques, shade and shelter.

Other design elements are being introduced including the use of natural elements (nature play), creative landscaping, and additional features that promote a sense of place and belonging to a park.

Over the next five years Council will be upgrading more than 25 local playgrounds across the area providing a wide range of fun, challenging and innovative play experiences in a safe environment with shade.

Designs for upgraded parks are currently on exhibition through the YourSay Penrith website yoursaypenrith.com.au.

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Defence win for Penrith $95 million project at Orchard Hills will commence construction within weeks EMILY FESZCZUK

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major new defence project at Orchard Hills will deliver enhancements to the Navy’s Guided Weapons systems, as well as new jobs.

Minister for Defence Industry Melissa Price and Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh announced the $95 million contract last week.

Ms Price said the head contract has been given to leading national construction company WATPAC, with construction set to begin within weeks.

“The new facility will enhance maintenance components for Navy’s Guided Weapons systems, directly supporting the operations of the Australian Defence Force,” she said.

“It will include working accommodation for 30 personnel, receipt and dispatch areas, a maintenance workshop and specialised electronic test facilities for Naval Guided Weapons systems.”

Construction on the facility is expected to be complete by the middle of 2021.

“We know that guided weapons inventory has evolved significantly, and this will continue,” Ms McIntosh said.

“Looking to the future, western Sydney will be at the forefront of defence technol-

Aurecon Project Manager and Contract Administrator Greg Chronopoulos, Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh and Defence Deputy Director Naval Missile Maintenance Brad Thomas ogy and advanced manufacturing. This is another project unlocking opportunities for our community and locally, we will

be driving technology that will be used across the country by our Australian Defence Force.”

She said the $95 million investment will benefit western Sydney in the future with an increase in jobs as a result.

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It’s a hair-raising revival Glenmore Park mum’s business booms as hair braiding surges in popularity EMILY FESZCZUK

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air braiding is back and more popular than ever – and not just on family trips to Bali or Fiji.

For Glenmore Park resident Megan Wiggins, the style’s revival means business is booming.

Her company, ‘Braided Babes’, continues to grow and is experiencing a huge demand from locals.

“I have been braiding for pretty much my whole life,” Ms Wiggins said.

“I taught myself to braid on my Cabbage Patch doll when I was about 10-years-old, so that was the start of it.

“I have been doing it ever since on friends and family and anyone I could. I now have three daughters of my own who love getting braids.”

Starting her business just 12 months ago when she set up a braiding stall at a local Christmas market, Ms Wiggins said she was surprised by the demand and the popularity. And it’s not just Penrith locals getting in on the fun.

“My business has grown so much in these past 12 months with many regular clients and new clients from the area but also people travelling from the Central Coast, Bondi and Parramatta,” she said.

Social media has played a huge role in the growth of the business, with customers able to show off their new look.

“I have over 6000 Instagram followers and more than 2000 on my Facebook page, and I am currently fully booked until after the New Year,” she said.

Ms Wiggins thinks the style is so popular because of the variety and suitability for all ages and genders.

“Girls love it because of music festivals like Coachella that have the fun and crazy hairstyles that go with it and they get to choose the colours and add jewellery or glitter,” Ms Wiggins said.

“Boys are even getting in on the trend with small cornrow braids as it’s something different and a way to put colour in hair without any permanent change or damage.”

Parents also love that the braids last over a week looking neat and Ms Wiggins has even added animals to her list of clients.

“They are popular for school camps, formals, holidays, sporting events and birthday parties so you don’t have to worry about doing their hair,” Ms Wiggins said.

“I have even braided a horse’s maine and tail with coloured extensions and jewellery.”

For more information, visit Braided Babes on Facebook or Instagram.

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ocal senior business leaders gathered last week at the Mayoral Skills Summit, to discuss the future employment opportunities in the region.

Over 30 professionals from industries, small businesses, universities, the training sector and government came together to collaborate at the summit.

The event, convened by Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler, was a targeted discussion that allowed Penrith to position itself in the face of emerging challenges and opportunities confronting the skills and local job sector.

As the increasing population continues to put a strain on local job availability, the summit aimed to put the heads of professionals together to find potential solutions.

Cr Fowler said he was impressed by the quality of ideas and the actions proposed for Penrith to capitalise on jobs over the next decade.

“This summit was about strategic intervention to build our local jobs base for our current and future workforce,” he said.

“We’re actively looking for partners to support this vision to build a resilient workforce across our city.”

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“The ideas generated at the summit will help inform the development of a framework to ensure Penrith attracts investment to take advantage of future opportunities for our residents,” Cr Fowler said.

Participants were asked to propose practical, achievable and creative ways to position the region to be ‘ahead of the game’ when it comes to new jobs and new skills.

Solutions that were proposed looked at improving collaborations between industry, education and training organisations to increase agility and innovation within the workforce.

Attendees agreed an important step in achieving this was the ability to gain a greater understanding of the skills needed and support collaboration between education and industry to meet those needs.

The Mayoral Skills Summit was a baseline discussion between stakeholders as Penrith Council looks to minimise the skills and jobs drain that occurs with 61.4 per cent of employed residents travelling outside of the Local Government Area for work.

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Street photography facilitator Nepthelo Janiola, TAFE students Coral Collins, Sarah Spearpoint and Nicole Condon, St Marys Railway Station Duty Manager Martin Davis, TAFE students Estinelle Nieckissa and Michelle Sly and Fusion’s Judy Tweeddale person catches the 6.02am train to the city and how long they have been doing it,” Ms Tweeddale said.

“Having to ask a resident or shop owners their permission to take their photo and their stories will also bring a sense of pride and the spirit of community in St Marys.”

Members of the public who are interested in street photography should participate in the community workshop.

“Nepthelo Janiola is the photographer who will oversee it all and people can register for the first free workshop on Tuesday, December 10 at 9.30am. We will then probably have a second one in February,” she said.

“Community artist David Ryan, from Shiney Pictures, will then design and curate the exhibition phase when we launch it in June in the Fusion Café. It is a

chance for local people to get a bit deeper into what makes St Marys what it is and how it ticks.”

To register for the workshop and for more information about Faces of St Marys, contact judy.tweeddale@fusion.org.au or call 8805 5900.

For more information on Fusion and its services, visit www.fusionwesternsydney. org.au.

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‘The Faces of St Marys’ brings photographers and the community together to capture the stories of St Marys.

Judy Tweeddale from Fusion said the project, which was funded by Penrith City Council’s Magnetic Places grant, was the perfect opportunity to connect the community through art.

“It is a collaboration between Fusion Western Sydney, photography students from the Nepean Arts and Design Centre, Kingswood TAFE and Sydney Trains,” she said.

“The project is focused around the northern end of Queen Street, the Fusion Café and the St Marys railway station and bus terminal precinct.”

The project will see students and members of the public ask people permission to take their photos and learn about their lives.

“Fusion is right near the station, so we see commuters and locals coming and going at all times of the day. We thought how cool it would be to find out why that

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Positive training is the key Getting a new dog over the holidays? Focusing on good behaviour is critical NICOLA BARTON

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eing placed into a new family, on top of the hustle and bustle of gatherings, barbeques and New Year celebrations, means the holidays can be a distressing time for young puppies.

St Clair resident and owner of Miss Behaviour Dog Training Services, Sarah Forge, said it’s paramount to provide your pup with adequate training throughout the first few months of their life and has spent the past decade researching the best ways to do just that.

Recently the Association of Pet Dog Trainers Australia (APDT) and Pet Professionals Guild Australia (PPGA) joined forces to share the science on rewardsbased training practices, condemning the use of force-based methods and choke or prong collars.

As a member of both of these organisations Ms Forge, like many other dog trainers around the country, is calling for an industry overhaul to train pets positively.

Ms Forge said there’s many ways to use positive, reward- based training methods in your home but for the first few months of a puppy’s life, integrating them with other dogs, smells and surroundings at a puppy preschool gives them the best start.

“One of the top reasons for dogs ending up in shelters or euthanised is problem behaviour,” she said.

“Problem behaviours can be avoided or better managed with early intervention through positive socialisation and training as a puppy.”

Ms Forge said training conducted by a qualified force- free trainer allows dogs to acquire good behaviours in a positive environment.

Pet owners should do their research to ensure such programs have dog trainers with adequate qualifications in companion animal services.

The Miss Behaviour Dog Training Program involves an online consultation and four face-to-face sessions over a fourweek period.

After this Ms Forge said the three critical training keys in the home are consistency, management and patience.

“People will say don’t get a puppy for Christmas because you’ll get over it but it can be a good time because you’ve got the time to train it properly,” she said.

For dogs petrified of fireworks, playing firework sounds on your phone whilst giving your dog treats can be a great way to help them associate the sound with reward.

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CAR SECURITY BEGINS AT HOME DID YOU KNOW 70% OF LATE MODEL VEHICLES ACROSS AUSTRALIA WERE STOLEN WITH THEIR OWN KEYS? As part of Operation Bounce Back Penrith City Council will be talking to the community about protecting themselves from becoming a victim of motor vehicle theft.

Visit us at one of our pop-up stalls on the following days: 10am-12pm, Tuesday 3 December St Clair Shopping Centre, Bennett Road, St Clair 10am-12pm, Tuesday 10 December Nepean Village, Station Street, Penrith 10am-12pm, Tuesday 17 December St Marys Village, Charles Hackett Drive, St Marys

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Event’s spectacular start Christmas kicks off in Penrith with Sydney Santa Spectacular already a huge hit

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ustralia’s biggest Christmas festival – the Sydney Santa Spectacular – launched at Penrith Panthers last Saturday with a special charity event.

The new Christmas spectacular welcomed more than 1,000 children from Sydney Children’s Hospital for a magical morning of Christmas fun with other VIP guests including Penrith Panthers players Dean Whare and Malakai WateneZelzniak and their families joining in the excitement of the day.

The children and their families were given free rein of the Sydney Santa Spectacular to experience the many rides and attractions at the much-loved event, being staged at Penrith for the first time.

The launch event forms part of a broader charity appeal that encourages attendees throughout the month- long festival to donate gifts under a towering Christmas tree.

Everyone who attended the launch was encouraged to bring a gift to leave under the giving tree.

The Sydney Santa Spectacular team will deliver all gifts donated at the launch to drought- impacted kids in Tamworth on December 9, with all the other gifts dropped off up until Christmas Eve to be delivered to the Sydney Children’s Hospital.

Over the last four years that the event has run, the Sydney Santa Spectacular team has delivered more than 15,000 gifts to the Children’s hospitals in Randwick and Westmead.

“Being able to play Mrs Claus loading up the Team Santa van and delivering the gifts to sick kids is the highlight of the event for our team and family,” said Sydney Santa Spectacular founder and owner, Jade Evans.

“A few years ago, our son was critically injured and spent months in hospital being cared for and rehabilitated, so it’s nice to now be able to give back and bring some joy to families that are going through difficult times.

“We know just how it feels and it’s the little things, especially at times like Christmas, that make all the difference.”

Aside from the charity element, the Sydney Santa Spectacular’s attractions include ice- skating, toboggan slides, Australia’s only double- decker carousel, snow machines, a ferris wheel, Santa meet-and-greets and more.

The event runs every day – except Christmas Day – until December 27, with many sessions selling out quickly.

Tickets for the Sydney Santa Spectacular are on sale now at www.sydneysantaspectacular.com.

Kids having fun with Mrs Claus at the Sydney Santa Spectacular in Penrith

Mayor’s News The weekly views of Penrith’s Mayor

Have your say on City Park I invite everyone in Penrith to have their say on the new City Park planned for the corner of Station and Henry Streets, Penrith, before consultation closes on December 13.

The idea for a ‘city heart’ was identified by the community as a key priority during consultation for Penrith Progression: A Plan for Action in 2014.

City Park will provide a vibrant urban green space that enhances the city centre’s amenity and builds on our strong economic, social and environment performance.

It will be carefully designed to activate and inspire the community so that residents, workers and visitors have somewhere to relax and enjoy.

It will provide a safe and secure space for a variety of activities, with the addition of more trees and water play elements to cool our city.

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It’s envisaged this beautiful green heart in our city centre will be a place for everyone to enjoy.

We already have a diverse range of recreational spaces on offer, City Park will complement this to increase Penrith’s desired liveability and enjoyment.

Council has a number of major and local park projects underway, each one contributes to our vision of a city connected by green urban hubs and open spaces.

It’s the reason Penrith is known as the most liveable city in western Sydney.

This is your opportunity to shape what you want to see in City Park.

I encourage you to go online at penrith.city/citypark to help inform the park’s design.

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ome 100 seniors, including two local Penrith residents, have shared their tales of triumph and tragedy in this year’s edition of Seniors’ Stories Volume 5.

The theme of this year’s edition was ‘Love Your Life’, as seniors all over the state share their unique and inspiring stories.

Cranebrook resident Wendy Gordon was one of the 100 stories featured.

Her piece, titled ‘So You Think You Know Me’, reflects on her life as she discusses the importance of friendships, appreciating the small things and not dwelling on life’s difficulties.

Emu Plains resident Paul Ryan’s piece titled ‘So Foul and Fair a Day’ was also selected.

Here, Mr Ryan depicts his experience undergoing a hip replacement after having not been in hospital since he was a young boy.

Detailing his initial fear and how he turned that into positivity, Mr Ryan said this led his to other “life-affirming rationalisations”, allowing him to have a new lease on life.

Penrith MP Stuart Ayres congratulated the pair for having their treasured stories included in the book.

“I would encourage everyone in Penrith

The book is available to download now to download a copy of the book. It will make you smile, cry and be inspired,” he said.

“Seniors in our community have had so many amazing experiences and it is fantastic that we are able to hear from them through the Seniors’ Stories book.”

The initiative, led by NSW Seniors Card, invited members to contribute short stories to the book and used images from the Art of Ageing photographic exhibition.

Seniors’ Stories Volume 5 is available to download now at bit.ly/2OiNxI9 and will be at local libraries soon.

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Golf Day has raised over $44,000 for suicide prevention charity Mates In Construction.

The event was held by St Clair local Stephen Hanson, who has dealt with the effects of suicide after losing two friends in recent years.

The 34- year- old said the Golf Day, which was held at Twin Creeks, was a success.

“Mates In Construction is a charity that reduces the level of suicide among

Australian construction workers and assists with helping both men and women get through the hard times when needed,” he said.

“We raised $44,791 and had a great day with entertainment from our hosts Paul Sironen, Luke Burgess and Justin Horo.”

Presenting the cheque to Mates In Construction CEO Brad Parker, Mr Hanson hopes it will make a difference.

“Mates In Construction is an amazing charity to support. If the money raised helps save just one worker from committing suicide or assists with mental health, a good deed has been done,” he said.

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ADO Disability Services got a hole in one when it held its second annual ‘Friends of NADO’ Charity Golf Day last week.

The fundraising event raised over $37,000 to continue the work the organisation does across western Sydney.

NADO CEO, Denise Heath, said the day was such a success due to the Friends of NADO sponsors.

“This is a great day for our supporters, but we also get to fundraise and they bring contacts which, in turn, helps us create new networks to gain new supporters,” she said.

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ohn Butler started his days as a busker on the streets of Fremantle, but that must seem a world away for the John Butler Trio ringmaster these days, with adoring fans right around the world.

John will be showcasing his immense skills as a vocalist and musician at The Coliseum just over 20 years after the release of the debut John Butler Trio album.

The musician, whose career has been driven by the desire to both entertain and educate, said audiences can expect pure honesty in his music.

“My shows in general are pretty personal and, playing solo, I’d say that is the case tenfold. I tell a lot more stories and I think people get to see the guts and the spirit of the songs a lot more,” John told the Weekender.

“The sound is still full and heavily rhythmic, but I feel that sometimes the solo show is more immediate, powerful and personal.”

With a career spanning over two decades John said he still enjoys performing and is still reaching his peak.

“I love making music and performing it, and in some ways it’s my ‘superpower’.

Although it is my job, so to speak, it’s also

where I’m of greatest use to the world and my community both locally and worldwide,” John said.

“I have highlights for days and actually I’m still adding to the list. The journey isn’t even halfway yet, it’s just starting to get to a sweet spot globally and I’m finally getting good at it too.”

John’s musical talent is matched by his social and political views which he uses his platform to share. He said it is so important to share his views because “art changes people and people change the world”.

“Using my skills, talents, voice and resources to contribute to a better world is what I’m here to do and I think it’s what we’re all here to do actually,” John said.

“We all have a superpower to share and when we share it for the greater good and for our fellow citizens then that’s when I think we are at our best.”

John will be one of the first artists to play at the new Sydney Coliseum Theatre in Rooty Hill.

He’ll be joined for this show by special guest Carla Geneve, an emerging indie pop aritst from Perth who’s been making big waves in the music world.

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he holiday season is almost here once again, with Christmas and festive events in full swing.

Penrith Symphony Orchestra (PSO) is ending the year with a fun and enjoyable concert that is refreshingly different from the symphony concerts throughout the year.

The Family Christmas Concert is co-presented with Penrith City Choir, as they welcome some exciting guests for the show. Glenbrook Ballet Theatre join them for the first time as they present ‘The Nutcracker’.

Brittanie Shipway returns for some Christmas favourites and Penrith Youth Orchestra will present several works celebrating the year, as well as select

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It’s even rumoured there may be a special guest from the North Pole.

The Family Christmas Concert will be on at The Joan in Penrith this Sunday, December 1 at 3pm. Tickets are from $25. To book or for more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www.thejoan. com.au.

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The play by Maryam Master, based on the best- selling novel follows 12- yearold Tom who unexpectedly finds himself lonely and lost in the children’s ward of St Crook’s Hospital, away from his family and at the mercy of evil Matron.

Tom feels like he’ll never leave, but his fellow young patients have other ideas. They might be stuck in hospital, but their imaginations can take them anywhere as The Midnight Gang.

Each night when the clock strikes midnight, The Midnight Gang go on a series of amazing journeys as they turn the hospital into the places they’ve always wanted to go and make dreams come true.

‘The Midnight Gang’ will be on at The Joan in Penrith on Thursday, December 5 at 6pm and Friday, December 6 at 10am and 12pm. Tickets are from $22. To book tickets or for more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www. thejoan.com.au.

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Justin Dec makes his feature film debut with ‘Countdown’, a 90- minute horror flick that promises plenty, but in the end delivers little more than a few jumps and a lot of ‘what ifs’.

The premise here is good – an app that can predict the time of your death, right down to the second. Would you download it? Would you believe what it predicted? Would it change your life?

The primary focus of the story is Quinn (Elizabeth Lail), a dedicated nurse who downloads the app and discovers she has just days to live.

Despite its unique concept and an awesome opportunity to provide some commentary about society’s

smart phone addiction, ‘Countdown’ instead treads a familiar horror flick path – there’s a few deaths, a fractured family that must come together to fight the demons of the app and a couple of miracle survivals. Unfortunately, the movie doesn’t do any of that very well.

It’s not that ‘Countdown’ is terrible – at 90 minutes it’s an easy popcorn watch – but the concept could have been so much more.

It’s almost as if Dec, armed with the idea, had very little idea how to execute it.

The on- screen partnership between Lail and Jordan Calloway is one of the film’s rare highlights.

You’re more likely to be counting down to the end credits than a re-watch.

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Guns n’ Roses Show – Blue Cattle Dog Hotel Free entry, 8pm 9670 3050 Roe Zone – St Marys RSL Free entry, 7.30pm 9623 6555 Lisa Crouch & Dig This – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Akinga – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Prada’s Priscilla’s Blacktown Workers, 9830 0600 Saturday, November 30, 8pm, $30

Venus Two – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Strike Two Duo – Workers Sports Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Rob Henry – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4721 5764 Christmas Stall – Penrith Regional Gallery Free entry, 9.30am 4735 1100

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Royale With Cheese – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 9pm 4721 5764 Ultimate Pink Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Mesa Groove – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Matchbox – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 MVP Band – Workers Sports Free entry, 7.30pm 8822 2444 Rollin’ Dice Band – Workers Hubertus Free entry, 7pm 4773 4444 Def Rok – Red Cow Free entry, 8pm 4721 5666 Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466

The Bandits – Workers Sports Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Matchbox Band – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 DJ Archie – Red Cow Free entry, 7pm 4721 5666 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Down Thunder – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384

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Crazy Minian Duo – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 5pm 4722 8180 Jonnie Russell All Star Show Penrith Paceway, 0422 664 448 Sunday, December 1, 1.30pm, $20

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The Shuffle Boys – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200

Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Rock City Saints – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Midnight Drifters – St Marys RSL Free entry, 8pm 9623 6555 Eric Gothe & The Gurus – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Back To The 80s – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 5764 The Frocks – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1384 M7 Band – Workers Sports Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Neon Lights – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002

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Nepean Retired Men’s Club Third Wednesday of each month • 0401 507 260 Seniors & Pensioners Club Tuesdays at 10am 86 Station Street, Penrith Prostate Cancer Support Monthly meetings at St Stephen’s • 1300 133 878 Penrith Red Cross Branch Second Thursday of each month • 9623 6702

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Ã&#x160; New shows coming to SBS in 2020 include local drama â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;New Gold Mountainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, which is the as-yet untold true story of the Australian gold rush from the perspective of Chinese miners. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Who Gets to Stay in Australia?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; follows stories of people whose lives hinge on one crucial decision. Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immigration laws are among the toughest in the world, so who gets to call Australia home and whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s forced to leave? â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Come Fly With Meâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, presented by Justine Clarke, will uncover how the fight for equality in the skies helped transform our society in the air and on the ground. Ã&#x160;

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Ã&#x160; SBS held its Upfronts last week, announcing a number of new and returning shows. Dr Andrew Rochford will join a third season of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Filthy Rich & Homelessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, while Lisa Wilkinson, Bert Newton and Troy Cassar-Daley are joining â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Who Do You Think You Are?â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Jennifer Byrne is back for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Mastermindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Celebrity Mastermindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; added to the entertainment slate while â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Feedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will join the Tuesday line-up on SBS.

Ã&#x160; The final season of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Vikingsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will premiere on SBS on Wednesday, December 11. Meanwhile, a sequel â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Vikings: Valhallaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; has just been announced for 24 episodes on Netflix. Ã&#x160; Season five of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Breaking Badâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; spin-off â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Better Call Saulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will premiere on Stan on February 24 next year. Ã&#x160; The fifth and final season of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Fuller Houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; will premiere on Netflix on Friday, December 6. The final season will air in two parts, with the second part airing sometime in 2020. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m hearing itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a real tearjerker.

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BUSINESS Tackling an important issue with the NDIS Bob Green // Western Sydney Business Centre 0490 251 615 | bob@wsbusiness.com.au

and Procedures have been resorted to indicates that the potential provider has some form of difficulty ranging from time to the ability to pull all the things together into a suitable set of Policies and Procedures.

You will note from the NDIS rules that an auditor would be looking for Policies and Procedures which are relevant to the type and scale of the business.

So, make sure the organisation selling the Policies and Procedures is reputable, provides editable documents you can adjust to your business and they have a guarantee to assist with modifying their Policies and Procedures if they are not suitable for your business. If not, don’t deal with them.

In NSW, existing and intending providers have access to 34 hours of free assistance with their NDIS business (including your Policies and Procedures) through the Business Connect program.

For help with your NDIS Policies and Procedures, call Bob Green at Western Sydney Business Centre or on 0490 251 615 or send an email to bob@wsbusiness.com.au.

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There are several providers of what we call “cookie cutter” Policies and Procedures which are intended to pass the audit, at a price.

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JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

It’s an opportune time for restless Aquarians to slow down and become much more philosophical, as Jupiter moves through your contemplation zone for the next 12 months. So it’s a fabulous year to take up meditation or yoga as Jupiter broadens your spiritual perspective.

There’s always something new to learn!

A money matter looks confusing on the weekend, so avoid making any decisions.

It’s time for proactive Pisceans to make exciting plans and set solid goals for the future. And don’t make them too safe and sensible! Go for gold, as Jupiter helps you envision ambitious dreams and creative schemes over the coming year. But keep a firm grip on reality on the weekend, otherwise you’ll delude yourself about a person or situation. Avoid disappointing by staying on top of the facts.

ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

This week Jupiter charges into your career zone, which bodes well for a promotion, new job or lucky break sometime over the next 12 months. But there is no room for false modesty! In order to truly flourish you must be passionately proactive as you promote your capabilities and trumpet your talents far and wide. If you tap into the Jupiterian reservoir of confidence and abundance, then success will follow.

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Hey Bulls … are you stuck in a boring rut? With Jupiter transiting through your travel zone, foreign shores beckon over the next 12 months. So start planning your itinerary now. It’s also important to keep up-to-date with your international contacts. Who knows where they may lead? With bountiful Jupiter on your side, the sky’s the limit! Tuesday and Wednesday are potentially lucky days.

This week prosperity planet Jupiter jumps into your ‘money-from-others’ zone. So (over the next year) you could benefit from a pay rise, inheritance, loan, bonus, divorce settlement, insurance claim, bumper tax return or superannuation pay-out. Just make sure you spend any windfall wisely. With Mars visiting your daily routine zone, it’s also time to put plans into action.

A difficult relationship should gradually improve, as Jupiter journeys through your love zone for the next 12 months. Love and travel are connected, so you could go on a special holiday with your partner or start a hot romance with a sexy foreigner.

You’ll find the more positive energy and enthusiastic effort you pour into partnerships, the better the results. Singles – look for a partner who has a sense of humour.

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AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

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OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Over the next year (courtesy of Jupiter) you’ll take up a sport or hobby, start a romance, go on a holiday or welcome a new addition to the family. Plus expect a plethora of big celebrations (like engagements, weddings and milestone birthday parties). It’s also time to foster new friendships as you preference mates who understand your particular Virgo peccadilloes.

Positivity planet Jupiter is set to expand your domestic horizons. Over the coming year, you could redecorate, build an extension, housesit, buy or sell real estate, move house, get a new housemate, start a business from home or renovate your present place so you have more space.

But there will also be extra domestic duties and family responsibilities that you’ll have to deal with.

Tuesday is good for scrutinising facts and solving problems. Your public profile could really take off over the next 12 months, as Jupiter blesses all forms of communication. So it’s a terrific time to start a blog, launch a website or promote your current business. One of your social media posts could even go viral, so make sure you have plenty of topical and shareable things to say.

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Do you truly believe in yourself? And do you have the courage to pursue your chosen destiny? This week Jupiter commences a 12 month journey through your self-esteem zone. So make sure you take advantage of this fortuitous transit, which will fire up your inner fortitude and boost your confidence. As Walt Disney said: “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them”.

LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

Jupiter wanders into your wellbeing zone, which is good news for your physical and emotional health over the next 12 months. There’s one proviso though – you must be disciplined. So aim to find a deliciously nutritious diet, a fun exercise program and a relaxation routine that you really enjoy. Lions adore positive feedback and are susceptible to flattery. But don’t let a dubious charmer lead you astray.

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It’s time to celebrate! Jupiter (planet of luck, happiness and prosperity) is moving through your sign until December 19, 2020 and this only happens every 12 years. So make sure you are passionately proactive as you capitalise on the energy boost, positive mood and good fortune it potentially provides. Clever Capricorns will seize the moment, day and year, as you grab opportunities when they appear.

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ntering into business with someone presents big opportunities and potential risks, it is important to plan for these as best as possible.

One of the most underutilised tools in this planning is the development of a partnership agreement (which includes shareholder and unitholder agreements depending on the business structure).

Most people think of the partnership agreement as a method to resolve disputes. Although any partnership agreement will have measures to deal with conflict and dispute, this is only a small function of a partnership agreement.

In my mind the most important role of a partnership agreement is to plan the exit strategies. At some point of any business the partners are going to exit the business.

Whether that be due to retirement, death or receiving an offer too good to refuse; eventually people will exit.

It is far better to outline the terms in advance than when the partners may be either the exiting or remaining partner.

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both partners. If you establish the terms at the time one partner wants to exit it becomes a zero sum game. One partner’s loss is the other’s gain.

A partnership agreement would normally outline how the value of the

business is determined, who is able to buy the business and possibly funding options. The agreement may give existing partners rights to buy the share of an exiting partner.

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ship will usually outline the options if one of the partners dies or becomes permanently disabled.

It is normal for the business to insure against these outcomes to allow the remaining partners to purchase the business share belonging to the estate of the deceased partner (or permanently disabled partner). This will usually be coupled with what is known as a buy/sell agreement.

There are many situations where the exiting of a business is a good thing. There may be an offer to purchase the business, merge with another business to increase growth or simply the owners are ready to retire after successfully running the business for their entire careers.

The partnership agreement would outline how decisions would be made under each of those scenarios.

One of the complications of going into business is exiting, a partnership agreement is an excellent tool to make it easier.

It is far fairer to decide on how you would like decisions to be made in advance when all partners are active in the business.

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he World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) has defined chiropractic as: “A health profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health. There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal adjustment and other joint and soft-tissue manipulation.”

Chiropractors are trained extensively in the education of prevention, assessment, diagnosis and management of the spine, muscle, and nervous system conditions.

Chiropractors are equipped with a unique set of knowledge and diagnostic skills to recommend a course of treatment to help relieve pain and improve function without surgery or pharmaceuticals.

Why is it important?

The musculoskeletal system functions as body support, facilitation of movement, provides physical stability and the protection of your vital organs.

Benefits of chiropractic care include:

• Improved movement quality in your neck, shoulders, back and torso • Facilitating better posture • Relief from headaches, neck and back pain • Prevention of work-related muscle and joint injuries

• Improved athletic performance • Improved flexibility • Relief of pregnancy-related backache How does it work?

Chiropractic treatments normally consist of manual therapy, including joint manipulation, mobilisations and soft

tissue therapy. It is worth thinking about all three.

A manipulation (commonly known as an adjustment) is a quick, small thrust to the spinal joint or other joints of the body to provide pain relief and improved mobility.

Mobilisations are slower passive movements to stretch and relieve stiff joints.

And soft tissue therapy refers to treatments related to your muscles, tendons, ligaments, or other connective tissue such as fascia.

In addition to manual therapies, chiropractors are trained to recommend a course of action that includes exercise, modality treatments, rehabilitation, and injury prevention strategies.

Whether you are suffering from a specific injury to your muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves, or you have a chronic condition such as spinal stenosis, osteoarthritis or inflammatory arthritis, a chiropractor can help relieve pain and restore function in the following areas of the body: Head and neck; shoulders, midback; low back and pelvis; elbows, wrists and hands; hips, knees, ankles and feet.

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The aim of the national campaign is simple – to prevent drownings and save lives – by reminding children, parents and caregivers about the layers of protection needed to protect children from harm around water. Last summer 19 children under five drowned in Australia. Over the last 25 years, we have lost 965 children under the age of five to drowning.

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Fence the pool, keep all gates closed and make sure they are self-latching, and teach your children to swim as a priority from a young age (Swim Australia recommends starting all children from four to six months of age). Ensure full supervision of children at all times, and keep under five’s at arm’s reach, both in the pool and at the beach.

Learn CPR in the case of emergency, and have a phone available at all times near water.

It is very important that water safety at home is a priority at all times. Home pools and spas are obvious drowning hazards, but there are many other items and areas which present a significant drowning threat to young children in and around the home, such as buckets, bathtubs, eskies, fountains, fishponds, lakes, drains, inflatable pools, and even pet bowls.

It is crucial that these are emptied, covered, put away and not left where they can fill up with water.

Royal Life Saving has developed a home pool safety checklist: www.royallifesaving.com.au/programs/homepool-safety/home-pool-safety-checklist.

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ear is a horrible thing. It can paralyse us, filling us with anxiety and concern. Fear can even make us sick.

Yet, in one sense there seems so much to be afraid of! Illness. Accidents. Doing things that you have never done before.

Being left alone. Running out of money.

The future. Losing your job.

Then, there is fear of death; our death or the death of family and friends.

The Bible tells us how Jesus came into our world of fear and uncertainty. He frequently met people who were afraid, just as people are today. When their life seemed out of control, what did Jesus say?

“Do not be afraid; just believe.”

But believe what? What were the people supposed to believe that would help them calm their fears?

They needed to believe in Jesus. They needed to put their confidence in him.

Jesus came into our out of control world and he brought control. And here’s the

thing, when you put your confidence in Jesus, you can know that God’s great promises from the Bible can be true for you. As you take Jesus’ promises seriously, you will find your fear will flow away.

“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you... Do not be afraid for I am with you… we know in all things God works for the good of those who love him.”

Today you might like to pray to our good God, asking him to help you deal with your fear. You could pray like this; ‘Gracious Lord, you know how often fear confronts me. Please speak into my heart the encouragement that enables me to take my fears in hand. Help me to learn and trust your promises. Amen’.

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ith the end of the year vastly approaching, is having a better work/life balance one of your New Year’s resolutions? Maybe like it was last year, and the year before that?

According to SEEK, one of the “Top four reasons why Australians change careers” is to improve work conditions, one of which is work/life balance.

“Time spent away from work can make them better employees when they’re back at their desks,” according to SEEK. Employers are starting to see the importance of work/life balance with a majority of them allowing more flexibility in the workplace like; working from home, health and wellbeing days and other initiatives. So why are so many Australians struggling to ‘balance’ it all?

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Even once you define what ‘balance’ truly is for you, you will come across the continual battle to ensure it is maintained. That takes discipline and commitment, something that is easy enough to do if it’s linked back to your purpose!

s local veterinarians, we often get asked where to find the best boarding kennel or cattery in the area, or do we know any dog sitters. At Greencross Coreen Ave, we understand that sending your pet to a boarding facility can be a stressful time for both you and your family pet. It is important that you choose a facility or person that you can trust and understands your pet’s needs.

Your search for advice might begin with your local veterinarians but it shouldn’t end there.

A great way to find the right boarding kennel is to check with friends to see if they have any personal recommendations, especially if they have a similar breed of dog.

You can also check a boarding kennel’s website and arrange a visit of the facility. A reputable kennel and cattery will encourage a visit to meet their current happy boarders and friendly staff.

Remember if you are boarding your dog or cat in a facility they will need to be up to date with their vaccinations. If they have not had a vaccination in the last few years this will need to be performed at least two weeks before their stay. It is also a good idea to apply their regular flea and tick control also before admission and also ensure that their microchip details are up-to-date.

If your pet requires any special dietary requirements or medications it is a good idea to discuss this with the staff. Any potential issues and special needs can be better managed if a plan is put in place and all options discussed. Leaving an emergency contact number and your regular veterinarian’s phone number is also important with pets that have special needs.

After the check- in process, trust that your pet is in good hands, say goodbye and leave. Avoid a long goodbye as this often confuses your family pet.

At Greencross Coreen Ave we are happy to arrange updates via email or Facebook to reassure you that your pet is enjoying their holiday as much as you are.

Boarding vacancies are limited. If you need to discuss boarding requirements for your pet, you can phone any of our local Greencross clinics at Coreen Ave, Winmalee, Faulconbridge and Marsden Park.

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Anne, Penrith Nellie is quite a stern energy for me to connect with. I can feel responsibility come in around her energy and I feel some very early demands were placed on how she should live her life.

I can also hear a name sounding like “Mavis” or “Mildred” which is actually the name of a guiding energy for you in this lifetime. I can also sense the Catholic Nuns and the Church environment that would have been part of her schooling memories and a feeling that the clergy was an influence within the family around her.

She then suddenly moves on from these memories to show me an image of the Dalai Lama. Although not part of a traditional Christian belief system, your Nana shows an interest in Eastern philosophy and in discussing it with you!

Your grandmother also presents herself accompanied by a much younger child, that displayed the symptoms of Polio,

that is now with her in the Spirit World.

Instantly, I feel her sense of delight in meeting up with those loved ones who leave us early to join the world of Spirit.

She speaks of modern- day counselling and the treatment of trauma in a way that should inspire you to pursue this and other healing modalities that help people move past grief.

You would be a natural in this form of healing.

The age of 75 or the year 1975 seems to be a date she circles on the calendar as a pivotal time and says the energy of that time is returning again. That would mean history is repeating itself soon.

Your grandmother, would speak of this as a life changing moment that could determine your work, career and retirement outcomes.

As her energy begins to withdraw she shows me a picture of Mother Mary holding a baby close to her heart.

A light from within showing how we are all connected and a smile that shows she is a spiritual presence for you to call on always.

I would like to connect with my father.

Lyn, Glenmore Park The first thing I hear Lyn is, ‘Thank you for being a wonderful daughter’. I am also sure he was a wonderful father too, and still is looking after you from the Spirit World.

As I reach out to connect with your father, I do feel a heavy chest infection and a secondary illness may have actually weakened his chest and lungs. I feel that he would have been quite an active man and people would have viewed him as handsome and fit in his day. He was a ‘big-hearted’ man and I can see why the family have not been the same since.

He worries about you still and says ‘I’m at her house all the time’. You may have just been discussing some old wedding photos or images of him, or even creating a montage of them and reminiscing with family. In doing so, you have created a powerful plea for him to let you know that he is OK. ‘Remember Me’ is a poem I can see and it would be a meaningful memory of his passing. Strong family and Christmas memories will keep him around

you for every special occasion that you celebrate now and into the future. I think he has been following you while you have been doing your Christmas shopping because he shows me a cup or mug with letters on it that you have just purchased.

He shows me this to prove to you that he is watching you and is with you.

He wants to talk about your children also and your kids may have sent balloons off to ‘Pop’ at one stage. In the future, your father will use balloons as a symbol to let your children know that he is around.

So, tell them to be aware that seeing a balloon, in an environment where you would not expect to find a balloon might just be a sign from their Pop! Much like yourself, he honours life, friendships and the promises he made. He was (and still is) a wonderful man, that I am sure will be very dearly missed.

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Spectacular new cruise ship has an environmentally friendly mission W e all know the cruise industry has attracted criticism in recent times for some environmentally unsavoury practices. Whether it is the discharge of waste water, air pollution or overuse of single- use plastics, the multibillion-dollar cruise industry certainly has some questions to answer.

I’m here in Hamburg for the very festive launch of MSC Grandiosa, the brand new 180,000 GT, 331m flagship of the world’s largest privately- owned cruise line. We are fed and refreshed in regal style as this giant ship is welcomed into the world’s luxury cruise fleet and screen idol, Sophie Loren, is on hand as usual for the ribbon cutting in front of the world’s travel media and more than 14,000 travel agents.

But apart from her staggering statistics, the cruise line has integrated some of the latest maritime technology into Grandiosa’s design making her one of the most environmentally friendly such vessels afloat despite her ample proportions.

Grandiosa is the first of three MeravigliaPlus ships, all of which employ state- ofthe-art exhaust scrubbers to remove 98 per cent of such harmful emissions as sulphur oxide and nitrogen oxide. As something of a tech geek, I was impressed to learn that extra catalytic converters (similar to those in your car) turn harmful nitrogen oxide into harmless nitrogen gas and water.

While most large cruise ships continue to burn Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO), others are converting to light marine diesel, a fuel that floats and evaporates if spilled and produces much less harmful byproducts when burned. New generation cruise ships currently under construction by MSC and others will employ Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) exclusively, vastly reducing – but not eliminating – emissions.

“Our focus on innovation since we built our first cruise ships only in 2003 ensures that we have one of the most modern fleets at sea as well as one of the highest environmentally performing,” said Pierfrancesco Vago, MSC Cruises executive chairman.

“And, thanks to our long-term planning, this will allow us to already achieve a fleet-wide 29 per cent reduction in carbon intensity (rate) by 2024 vs. 2008, well on our way to meet the 40 per cent reduction target set for 2030.”

We don’t need to be mathematicians to work out that MSC will not meet its promised carbon neutral status by January 2020 while continuing to use fossil fuels, so an intensive carbon offset campaign is activated to supercharge their carbon neutrality efforts. Now obviously I haven’t audited each of these initiatives, but I can report MSC’s stated strategy.

“We will work with leading providers in carbon offsets able to offset CO2 emissions with the highest level of integrity,” Mr Vago said.

“Our vision is to also invest in projects that provide quantifiable community benefits, protect the environment and support the UN Sustainable Development Goals.”

Space prevents me from detailing the complete list of energy- saving features, but it includes hydrodynamic hull architecture, low power LED lighting, plastic waste reduction, advanced (nil discharge) waste water treatment and shore power readiness.

Of particular note is MSC’s concern with the health of the oceans.

To this end, they are embarking on projects which protect and restore ocean and coastal habitats while also absorbing more CO2 than current levels. These so- called Blue Credits are earned by dealing directly with the health of our

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To this end, MSC in conjunction with marine biologists, are rejuvenating a derelict sand mining island in the Caribbean, to be called Ocean Cay, turning it into a marine sanctuary that guests can enjoy during their cruise.

Aboard ship, numerous hi-tech features makes guests’ experience more enjoyable including Zoe, the virtual assistant that keeps tabs on your schedule, bill and children; smart elevators that direct you to the next elevator going your way; extensive adults and children’s entertainment including a full- size F1 simulator and head- spinning VR games – all of which could easily be the subject of their own feature.

In summary, when you add in superior dining and guest service levels, wellappointed cabins and suites as well as class- leading theatrical shows including the only Cirque du Soleil at Sea, you have very near the perfect combination of features for the best possible cruise experience.

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Justin Ruggier celebrating his championship win on Sunday

Western Sydney Motorsport driver Justin Ruggier was crowned champion

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fter five years of triumphs, setbacks and everything in between, local racing team Western Sydney Motorsport are the 2019 winners of the Aussie Racing Cars Championship.

Following a tight final round at the Newcastle 500 last weekend, Western Sydney Motorsport’s lead driver Justin Ruggier finished the year on top of the standings followed by Kel Treseder and Josh Anderson.

Ruggier led the championship for most of the year but wasn’t assured of a firstplace finish until the very final race on Sunday afternoon.

The 37- year- old had to finish the last race of the year in sixth place or better but managed to cross the line in third, which was enough.

Ruggier said everything went to plan in Newcastle although there were some nailbiting moments.

“Kel (Anderson) was chasing us, there would’ve been one or two points in it… but it was ours to lose,” he said.

“You can never plan a Championship, you can never plan a race, you can only put your best foot forward and that’s what we did. Thankfully all the ducks lined up and we were sweet.”

Ruggier’s Championship win was not

only a first for him in his second full season of Aussie Racing Cars, but it was a first for Western Sydney Motorsport in five attempts.

While it’s been a stressful year on the track, Ruggier said everyone involved with the local racing team were mighty proud come Sunday evening.

“For our Western Sydney Motorsport team it was a big relief after five years in the series,” he said.

“It’s been a bloody hard slog and I’ve worked hard from a driver’s perspective not to do anything silly on the track and maximise points each and every round.

“The win is only just sinking in now.”

Ruggier and his wife have their second child due in a matter of weeks and he remains undecided whether he’ll defend his crown in 2020.

“I haven’t had a chance to discuss my options for next year yet. I want to do the right thing by the Western Sydney Motorsport crew and sit down with them and work out what’s best for the team,” he said.

“If I did walk away, the series this year was extremely competitive and I’m grateful we achieved what we did in that type of field.

“I do want to thank the owners Simonne and Craig Thompson for taking me under their wing in 2017 and for giving me the opportunities they have.”

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hile their 2019 campaign didn’t end how they would’ve wanted it to, Giants Netball are already gearing up for 2020 following the release of next year’s Super Netball fixture.

The Giants finished agonisingly close to a third straight Finals appearance last season, ending the year in fifth position after 14 rounds.

When the fourth Super Netball season gets underway on the first weekend of May, the Giants will look to get off to a hot start when they face the Adelaide Thunderbirds at Priceline Stadium.

Local Giants fans will get their first taste of Sydney’s newest netball venue when the Melbourne Vixens come to town in Round 3 for the club’s first official game at Ken Rosewall Arena at Sydney Olympic Park.

The Giants will once again take a game to Canberra next year when they host the Queensland Firebirds at AIS Arena during the Indigenous Round on Saturday, May 30.

With the introduction of the league’s

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Teen football star has the world in his hands NATHAN TAYLOR

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ith one of the best goalkeepers Australia has ever produced in his corner, Glenmore Park teenager Patrick Beach is destined for great things.

The 16- year- old is not only trained by former Socceroos and Wanderers keeper Ante Covic on a regular basis, but he’s also about to embark on his first tour of the United Kingdom representing the Australian Schoolboys football team.

Patrick will travel to the UK in January for three weeks, taking on teams from England, Ireland, Wales, Northern Ireland, as well as some of England’s top school Academy sides.

The Year 11 Westfield Sports High student was selected to represent his country for the first time after he successfully captained the NSW All Schools Boys U16s team to Championship glory at the Australian National Schoolboys Football Championships in Queensland.

With a dream of one day playing professionally in England, Patrick said he cannot wait to play for Australia on the other side of the world.

“I can’t believe I’ll be wearing the green

and gold over in England where anything can happen,” he told the Weekender.

“England is where I want to play when I’m older, so this will be a good first step to a professional level.”

Patrick began playing football in Glenmore Park as a four- year- old and hasn’t stopped since. He said he’s played in every position on the park but didn’t realise how much he loved goalkeeping until he was thrown in the deep-end as a 13-year-old.

Patrick said he gets the same feeling saving goals like strikers do scoring them.

“People want the glory, they want to be remembered for scoring goals but goalkeeping is such an important position as well,” he said.

“It’s one of those positions that is very tough on you mentally but if you can stay mentally strong you will do well at it.”

With numerous A-League clubs chasing him down to be part of their Youth League rosters, Patrick has opted to remain with National Premier League 1 club Marconi where he gets to train under the guidance of former Western Sydney goalkeeper Ante Covic.

Patrick Beach is the latest recipient of the Penrith Valley Sports Foundation Junior Sports Star Award, all thanks to St Marys Leagues Club.

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re- race favourites Max Neumann and Hannah Wells celebrated in style this week after they delivered the goods on the final run legs and picked up their first ever wins at Ironman 70.3 Western Sydney.

After several weeks of brutal weather and bushfires, mother nature finally relented and delivered some light rain, mild temperatures and almost perfect race conditions for the more than 1400 athletes making the trip out west to the Sydney International Regatta Centre.

For the winners it was smiles all round.

For Neumann it was redemption from an embarrassing DNF in 2017, while for Wells it was one step further up the podium after a second place finish last year.

Neumann is often the forgotten man of Australian triathlon, but he once again let his racing do the talking. Following on from his sensational fourth behind three Olympians in Noosa, at Western Sydney he reminded everyone that he is a genuine talent over several distances.

“It was quite a tough race and a great

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“I didn’t have the greatest legs on the bike and I hurt a lot. When you jump off the bike you never know how the running legs will go but they were fine for the first two thirds of the run, but they sort of fell away. At 15km of the run I was just in survival mode.”

Neumann dug deep and found enough to secure the win and hold off second placed Alexander Polizzi and Levi

Kiwi Hannah Wells was on fire last Sunday Maxwell, with a handy 1.14.54 over the 21km run course.

Meanwhile, New Zealander Wells came into last Sunday’s race with a plan of attack that she implemented with precision, but it definitely did not include duelling with compatriot Rebecca Clarke in the swim.

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Panthers give refs much-needed love Story continued from » p. 72 Members of the PDRLRA officiate in over 280 Penrith District Junior Rugby League fixtures every weekend from March to September.

“This significant commitment from Panthers is a major boost for the Association as we continue to develop the skills in our existing referees while also encouraging more people to take up refereeing,” PDRLRA Chairman, Gary Haines said.

“Our relationship with Panthers will allow our referee development programs to tap into the exceptional facilities and resources at the club.

“It will enhance our ability to provide our members with specialist coaching and training, and additional opportunities to develop their skills through camps and exchange programs.”

Tetevano coming Penrith are set to announce the signing of Sydney Roosters forward Zane Tetevano.

It’s understood the 29- year- old will sign a three- year deal worth around $350,000 a season.

Tetevano was part of the premiership winning team at the Roosters in 2018, and has played 74 NRL games.

The deal is likely to be announced next week.

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Kurt joins Panthers Promising utility signs two-year NRL deal with Penrith NATHAN TAYLOR

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rustrated Panthers supporters desperate for a new signing had their wishes granted on Monday when the club announced the immediate acquisition of utility Kurt Capewell on a two-year deal.

Considered one of the best unsigned talents on the open market, the 26-yearold joins Penrith from the Cronulla Sharks, where he made his NRL debut during the club’s premiership- winning 2016 season.

“I’m really excited to join Panthers and can’t wait to get started,” Capewell said.

“With the coaches and the players here, I think this club will give me a great opportunity to take my game to the next level.

“My focus is to earn a starting role with consistent performances and then help the younger players in the squad find consistency as well.

“I made my NRL debut in Penrith so I already have fond memories of Panthers Stadium. I’m looking forward to being on the home team next year.”

New recruit Kurt Capewell with Recruitment Officer Jim Jones Capewell has played 65 NRL games and was last season selected in the extended Queensland Origin squad.

He began pre- season training at the Panthers Academy on Tuesday.

It’s understood Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has fancied Capewell for many years and wasn’t going to let other interested clubs, including St George

Illawarra, stand in his way.

“Kurt is a quality player and a great team man who was deservedly on the cusp of an Origin debut this year,” Cleary said.

“Considering his age and NRL experience to this point, we’re confident he’s in a position to play the best football of his career here at Panthers.”

Around the grounds BASEBALL: The Penrith Panthers first grade team have chalked up a win and a loss against the Macarthur Orioles in Round 10 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. In the weekend game Penrith were thrashed 13-2, while in the midweek game Penrith fought hard to win 3-2. The Panthers will take on the Ryde Hawks in Round 11.

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When St George hit the crease that afternoon, they got close to Penrith’s target but were dismissed just short on 235. Ryan Smith was the pick of the bowlers, taking 5/39. Penrith will look for back to back wins when they battle Fairfield-Liverpool this Saturday.

GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks are celebrating this week after all three teams made the Gridiron NSW playoffs for the very first time in club history.

Nepean’s men’s team qualified for their first ever post-season campaign following a 21-0 forfeit win over Sutherland in Round 14. The Ducks finished with a 4-6 record to end the regular season in fifth place. This Saturday afternoon they’ll take on defending champions Sydney Uni in an Elimination Final at Doug

Rennie Field in Kingswood. Meanwhile, Nepean’s Colts team have also qualified for the playoffs following a 36-30 win over the Sutherland Seahawks in the final round. The Ducks finished with an impressive 8-2 record to end the regular season in second spot. Due to their high positioning, the Ducks will earn a bye this weekend and have automatically advanced to the semi-finals. Also representing the club in their first ever playoffs is Nepean’s women’s team who have reached the coveted post-season in their inaugural year. Despite losing last weekend to the UNSW Raiders 42-16, the Ducks finished with a 4-5 record to end the regular season in fourth place.

This Saturday they’ll take on the Central West Giants in an Elimination Final.

W-LEAGUE: Playing their first game at Bankwest Stadium, the Wanderers made it two wins from two starts with a 1-0 victory over the Newcastle Jets last Friday. Matildas star Amy Harrison had the honour of scoring her side’s first goal at the Parramatta venue, calmly slotting home a 58th-minute penalty.

The Wanderers were in Brisbane on Thursday to face the Roar.

Y-LEAGUE: The Western Sydney Wanderers Y-League team defeated Canberra United 2-0 at Marconi Stadium last Saturday afternoon to kick-off their campaign in the best possible way.

Early goals from Mathieu Cordier and Kosta Grozos earned the three points, as the Wanderers look to make their third straight Y-League Grand Final.

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anthers Group will support the development of the next generation of rugby league referees after signing on as an associate sponsor of Penrith District Rugby League Referees Association (PDRLRA).

The three-year sponsorship agreement will see the Panthers logo appear on the back of the Penrith District referees jersey until the end of 2022.

“There is no question that the recruitment, training and development of referees is essential to the success and growth of rugby league,” Panthers Chairman, Dave O’Neill said.

“For the last 53 years the PDRLRA has ensured those who play rugby league in the Penrith District are officiated by highly- skilled referees of all ages.

“Panthers is delighted to now formalise its long- standing support of the Association by becoming an associate sponsor.”

The PDRLRA is the largest in Australia with more than 150 members including current NRL officials Grant Atkins, Ricky McFarlane and Mark Bohan.

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Penrith referee Curtis Robinson alongside Panthers forward Isaah Yeo

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