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Nova lodges plan for custom home ALENA HIGGINS

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An artist’s impression of what the new office building will look like.

wo empty shop fronts along St Marys’ Queen Street are poised to be demolished to make way for a multi-storey office building.

NOVA Employment recently lodged a Development Application (DA) to build a new head office at 103- 105 Queen Street, not far from its current headquarters at 50 Chapel Street.

The $3.65 million project involves re- developing the site into a three- storey office complex featuring a cafe at ground level and 13 at-grade car spaces connecting with West Lane.

Longstanding CEO Martin Wren said the large organisation, which grew from humble beginnings 30 years ago, has always called St Marys home. “Originally we were in a property that Council very generously let us have at a very low rent, but as the organisation grew, so did our need for more space, and hence the development,� he said. “We’ve been big in St Marys for a long time, and to have a custom-built property in which we can actually set things up to provide training and support to people with disability has enormous appeal.�

A local success story, NOVA Employment – which now boasts 27 branches across the State – works exclusively with people with a disability to help them find and maintain award wage employment within the general community.

Its mantra is ‘Focus on Ability’, and it offers a free service to both employers and job seekers to connect workers with ability to employers who embrace diversity.

According to the DA, office space will occupy the first and second floors, while a landscaped rooftop level will provide a breakout area for staff.

Transformation of the subject site, which lies close to the corner of Charles Hackett Drive and about 350 metres south of St Marys Railway Station, will also contribute to the beautification of the streetscape.

The St Marys Town Centre is predicted to undergo significant change in the coming decade due largely to the North-South Rail Link and expected residential development. “St Marys is going to be a go-to kind of town in the next few years, and we have been part of St Marys for 30 years, I would like to think we would be there for 10 more,� Mr Wren said.

Once approved, he hopes construction will start before the end of the year.

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Aspiring artist found dead in Cambridge Park home after parents raised concerns NICOLA BARTON

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20- year- old arts student found dead in her Cambridge Park house hadn’t been heard from in almost a week, police have revealed.

It was only when her concerned parents – who live in Western Australia – raised the alarm that police discovered the body of Gabriella Delaney in her Barlow Street home on Monday night.

Detectives from Nepean Police Area Command, assisted by the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad, commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.

They have now charged her 30-year-old brother, Lucas Delaney, with murder (DV) after arresting him on Tuesday morning at Cumberland Hospital.

Neighbour Sarah Knight, who lives at the front of Ms Delaney’s battleaxe block, said she was shocked by the news.

“We were woken up by the police and news crews this morning who told us the news,” she told the Weekender.

“We always see them come up and down the driveway, there’s always heaps of cars and they have a lot of parties but none of that has happened lately, which was weird.”

Police on the scene at Cambridge Park on Tuesday. Inset: Jason Pietruszka.

Nepean Police Area Command Detective Inspector Jason Pietruszka said the crime was a stain on the community, and had left officers shocked.

“It was quite a confronting scene,” he told reporters on Tuesday.

“Domestic violence is a horrendous crime that is a scourge on our community.”

Detective Inspector Pietruszka said it’s likely Ms Delaney’s body had been inside the home for some time.

“The lady had not been seen since June 3 so we are dealing with a situation where further examination is required to get an actual cause of death,” he said.

Police continued to remove items from the Barlow Street home on Tuesday, including a blood-stained lounge chair.

It is understood Ms Delaney’s brother, who faced court on Wednesday and remains behind bars, checked himself into a mental health facility at some stage in the last week.

The Haven Women’s Shelter in Penrith took to social media to express its heartbreak and frustration over Ms Delaney’s death.

“We are angry, we are tired and we fear the risk of people becoming accustomed to the horror of the never ending cycle of women killed by men known to them, paralysed by helplessness with each new name and perpetually shocked by the loss,” the Facebook post said.

Gabriella Delaney was studying visual arts at Western Sydney University.

She moved back to Sydney to follow her dream career as an artist after moving with her family to Western Australia several years ago.

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Steady ship is going off course O ne of the sayings that emerged regularly during the height of the Coronavirus crisis was that we were ‘all in the same boat’.

And it was true – very few of us weren’t impacted by the virus in some way, whether it limited our social interactions, impacted our job or reduced the time we could spend with friends and family.

The feeling was, overall, that we were all in this together and would see it through to the end together, too.

There were exceptions of course – I’m looking at you, toilet paper hoarders.

We now find ourselves coming out of the Coronavirus crisis and ‘all in the same boat’ seems to no longer be the mantra – in fact the vessels skippered by the State and Federal Governments have sprung a leak or two.

Almost every person I speak to falls into one of two categories – confused or frustrated, particularly at how the lifting of restrictions is being handled.

And while I’ve been more than happy to back both the State and Federal Governments through the pandemic response, I have to admit it’s difficult not to subscribe to the ‘making up as they go along’ theory.

It no longer makes sense that no more than five people can gather at a house for a Sunday BBQ, yet 10 times that can head out to a restaurant. And it certainly doesn’t makes sense that weddings are being cancelled yet some 20,000 people march through the streets of Sydney – for an important cause, but at the worst time. It was selfish and arrogant, not inspiring and change-making. More than that, it had potentially devastating health consequences.

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“The path out is becoming rocky, unstable and chaotic”

There is quite obviously health advice surrounding when certain restrictions are lifted, but it’s hard not to feel that the advice is often not considering real world realities.

For example, is a house gathering of 10 people really all that different to a sweaty gym class of the same number?

I can go to the park with nine friends, but if I wanted to sit outside in my backyard, only four of those same friends would be welcome.

As more and more restrictions lift, the inconsistencies are deepening, and for Scott Morrison and Gladys Berejiklian, that has impacts on how well us passengers feel they are skippering the ship.

There is still so much uncertainty, and that is perhaps the biggest confusion and frustration at present.

At no stage have we been given a clear indication of when things like weddings or mass gatherings will be back on the

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table, or when elements like the four square metre rule will be reviewed.

Ms Berejiklian was at pains to say during her daily briefings at the height of the crisis that social distancing would be with us until a vaccine is found.

But is that right?

If it is, and if no vaccine is found, that sparks major issues for businesses and restaurants, whose entire cost base is reset based on the changed numbers allowed into their venues.

Do nightclubs just never open again?

Will dancing be banned at weddings?

Surely not, but the clarification surrounding much of this is missing.

And when mystery surrounds things like this, it’s much harder to restart the economy – nothing kills growth more than uncertainty.

Adding to the confusion is the Federal Government’s decision to scrap the free child care program from next month, and the ongoing threat of a Job Keeper review. In the case of the latter, should businesses become ineligible earlier than anticipated, it could have devastating consequences.

Again, the uncertainty is paramount.

On one hand we’re being told getting the economy moving is critical, and significant programs have been announced to help with that process. On the other, there is still so much uncertainty over restrictions and support, that’s impossible to have any confidence at the moment.

Both our State and Federal Governments deserve praise for much of their efforts during this crisis, but the path out is becoming rocky, unstable and chaotic – and that’s a big problem.

Three residents from different walks of life named in Queen’s Birthday honours NICOLA BARTON

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hree Penrith locals have received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), highlighting their commitment and dedication to organisations local and beyond.

Emu Plains resident John Bonwick, South Penrith resident Maxwell Friend and formerly of Emu Plains, the late Lynette Vaak are some of the 933 Australians recognised as part of the Queen’s Birthday 2020 Honours List this year.

Mr Bonwick, who remarkably discovered the Chevalier extension in the Jenolan Caves, is receiving the medal for his service to caving and casting.

Mr Bonwick is the president of the Sydney Speleological Society, of which he co-founded and has been a member of since 1954.

He has also been involved in the development of new caving equipment including the Bonwick Caving Ladder, improved scaling poles, custom caving gates and cave rescue stretchers.

“In 1952 I became involved in cave exploring originally with Sydney University but then we started our own group and I’ve been involved with them ever since,” he said.

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John Bonwick and Maxwell Friend have received an OAM. Inset: Lynette Vaak has also been honoured. Main photo: Megan Dunn.

“It’s an honour to receive this but all I’ve been doing is things I’ve enjoyed doing so I think there is a lot of others in the community who are far more deserving.”

Mr Friend was recognised for his devotion to child services in the local community.

He is the current chair and director of Penrith City Children’s Services Coopera-

tive and committee member and former chair of Jamisontown Children’s Centre Committee.

“I think it’s great and I never thought that I would receive this award, but I’m happy in the work that it is for,” he said.

“Since my son was born I’ve been involved with children’s services at the Council.”

Ms Vaak is being recognised for her advocacy and service to women and girls in the community.

As the former vice-chairperson of GFS Australia (formerly known as Girls’ Friendly Society), she had a long history with the organisation, which aims to empower and develop young girls and women.

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Plan sparks privacy fears Western Sydney University defends use of special software to alleviate cheating NICOLA BARTON

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program aimed at alleviating cheating in online exams has been red flagged by students at Western Sydney University (WSU), with some calling it “an outright invasion of privacy”.

With COVID- 19 impacting students’ ability to take in- house exams, WSU has resorted to the program, ProctorU, which uses keystrokes and webcams to record, monitor and live stream students’ movements from their devices at home.

The platform uses artificial intelligence like facial detection technology to verify the user’s identity and report any suspicious activity.

Those with concerns have flocked to sign a petition against the program, which has garnered just shy of 6000 digital signatures.

Penrith resident and Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) student Hollie Hammond is one of many with concerns.

She said whilst she loves the university, its values and the opportunities that have come from it, she feels uneasy about the terms and conditions of ProctorU. “The use of ProctorU was announced with so little time, students have reported signing up when they didn’t want to, as

they feared for their grades if they didn’t,” she said.

“No one wants to be in a position where they feel they either waste a semester of work if they don’t agree to ProctorU, or they sign up feeling deeply uncomfortable and uninformed about the details of their privacy.”

South Penrith resident and WSU student, Alison Lucantonio, lives with a chronic illness and is concerned about the terms of the program, which state they must remain in camera view at all times.

“The expectation to look straight ahead, show my space and not use the bathroom is a major issue for my health and could physically harm me dramatically,” she said.

“I shouldn’t have to choose between my degree or my health and privacy.”

A WSU spokesperson said the program is needed during these unprecedented times to maintain academic integrity.

“WSU takes privacy very seriously and is committed to safeguarding student data at all times,” the spokesperson said.

“The university maintains ownership of all data and records, which are deleted following the examination period.”

The spokesperson said the program had been used for WSU Online course units since 2017.

Student Hollie Hammond holds concerns over her privacy. Photo: Megan Dunn.

Tree Lighting, Real Festival in doubt due to restrictions NICOLA BARTON

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020 has been the year of cancellations, but as the world regains some normality, question marks have been raised over the future of Penrith’s favourite annual events.

With restrictions on mass outdoor gatherings still uncertain, the likelihood of events such as the Real Festival or even the annual Christmas Tree Lighting going ahead seems slim.

Even if given the green light by the State Government, the planning processes and work behind the scenes that goes into such events can take months.

Penrith CBD Corporation CEO Gai Hawthorn said this is an unfortunate reality, without a clear timeline of when these events will be able to resume.

“We’re hoping our ‘coffee catch- up’ will come back with social distancing, people are craving for that to resume,” she said.

“When it comes to the Tree Lighting, it might not come back this year, you can’t really control a crowd of 25,000.

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“You need a Traffic Management Permit five months prior to start with and of course the government aren’t taking them currently because they don’t want to mislead us.

“Everyone is excited and keen to come back as soon as we can but sadly while we are ready to rock we can’t do it.”

Ms Hawthorn said the CBD Corporation is currently looking at potential alternative options, which are to be finalised and announced in the coming weeks.

Penrith Council- run events, such as the Real Festival, also have an uncertain future this year.

A Council spokesperson said they will continue to monitor and review the advice from government and health authorities as restrictions begin to ease.

“Uncertainty around numbers allowed for gatherings means there’s no specific plans for community events at this stage,” the spokesperson said.

Some private events such as the Lakeside Long Lunch and Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo are still scheduled to go ahead this year as planned, provided restrictions are lifted in time.

Adult community sport can recommence from July 1, the State Government confirmed on Wednesday.

It means adult and children’s community sport will resume at the same time.

“Sport is the lifeblood of our community and it gives me great pleasure to say adult sports can return to their competitions at the same time as 18 years and under,” said Sports Minister Geoff Lee.

Strong local interest in HomeBuilder scheme despite criticism from Opposition EMILY FESZCZUK

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he home building and renovation sector is the latest industry to be given a boost by a Federal Government funding scheme.

To address a building industry slump in the wake of Coronavirus, the Government last week announced the HomeBuilder scheme, where eligible people can receive $25,000 to renovate or build new homes, which will create jobs for builders and tradies for the next nine months.

To qualify, you can’t be earning more than $125,000 a year as an individual or $200,000 as a couple and the money can build a new home including land up to $750,000 or renovations with a minimum of $150,000 and a maximum of $750,000.

While Labor and the Greens say it won’t properly support the construction sector, Penrith builder Ultima Building Group welcomed the scheme.

Business Manager Veronica Sparagis said the program had already sparked local interest.

“My husband and I have been running our company building Bespoke Homes, renovations and extensions for over a decade, but we experienced a real drop in enquiries when COVID- 19 began, but

interest has picked up again since this announcement,” she said.

“This area still has real estate that is affordable for first home buyers or renovations can increase equity in a home while it will have a ripple effect, benefiting multiple businesses and companies.”

Ms Sparagis said the grant will benefit homeowners but encouraged them to do their research.

“The minimum of $150,000 may seem like a lot but for a structural renovation that is actually a realistic mark that will take time and involve all different trades over an extended time,” she said.

“To access the scheme you need to go through a builder, so people need to do their research and find someone who has a high amount of industry experience, good reviews and a great reputation.”

Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese said the scheme was “deeply flawed”, and said the Government needed to support the public and social housing sectors.

“You’ve got to wonder why this Government refused to provide any support whatsoever, not a dollar, for new social housing or for renovating social housing,” he said.

But the Government says the scheme “fills the gap” caused by the pandemic, and will help create 140,000 direct jobs.

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Cruise revival a certainty Holidaymakers say Coronavirus pandemic won’t stop them getting back on board NICOLA BARTON

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he cruise industry may have been decimated by the Coronavirus pandemic, but suggestions the holiday favourite will become but a memory appear well off the mark.

Despite the Ruby Princess fiasco, it appears loyal cruising customers can’t wait to set sail, with locals already making bookings from October.

Owner of Jamisontown agency Travel Partners, Belle Goldie, said while there’s a downturn in ‘new to cruise’ clients, business has not been slowing down for local seasoned cruisers who are already booking for the near future.

“I’m still booking on average two to three people a day, sometimes more,” she said.

“The seasoned cruisers are well enough aware that the cruise lines are going to put really great procedures and policies in place to keep people safe.”

Having been on over 50 cruises herself, Ms Goldie said she is confident cruise lines will be well equipped to keep people safe, once resumed.

“There is going to be so many more enhanced screening protocols, temperature checks and constant monitoring of guests and crew,” she said.

Owner of Travel Partners, Belle Goldie, says cruise bookings remain strong. the crew on board whose families rely on the ships for income and hopes they are able to resume as soon as possible.

A spokesperson from Carnival Australia said it’s important they don’t get ahead of themselves when it comes to the resumption of cruising.

“The Australian Government’s pause on cruising has recently been extended to September 17, we are hopeful but also recognise this is a rolling situation,” the spokesperson said.

“If there was a ship in the harbour tomorrow that we would be allowed to get on, my family and I would be on board, that’s how confident I am in the policies that are being put in play.”

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Public sector workers say they won’t back down as Government takes issue to IRC NICOLA BARTON

The freeze will see more than 400,000 public sector employees forego a 2.5 per cent annual pay rise for one year.

NSW Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the freeze is in the best interests of the eight million people living across the state.

“At a time when there are hundreds of thousands of people out of work, the creation of new jobs must be our top priority, not giving those with job security a payrise,” he said.

Londonderry MP Prue Car met with NSWNMA members from Nepean Hospital last Friday to hear their concerns as conciliation in the IRC commenced.

“Nurses, police, firefighters, teachers, paramedics and other frontline workers are all working in and for our community in Penrith – we should always stand behind local workers,” she said.

The pay freeze, if it goes ahead, will save NSW taxpayers around $3 billion.

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The controversial plan was blocked by NSW Upper House MPs last Tuesday, with Premier Gladys Berejiklian now referring the matter to the Industrial Relations Commission (IRC).

The State Government had promised a $1000 bonus to frontline workers and a job guarantee for 12 months if the bid was passed, however this was quickly denounced by employees of the sector.

Nurses have been regularly voicing their opposition to the proposal outside Nepean Hospital.

Among the local nurses protesting was Midwife and NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA) member, Renella Fairley.

Ms Fairley said after sacrificing themselves to work tirelessly on the frontline throughout the pandemic, the prospect of a wage freeze was a “kick in the guts”.

“We have been trying to keep our communities safe and the economy alive, putting ourselves and families at risk and

then they announce this on International Nurses Day that they wouldn’t live up to this promise,” she said.

Branch Secretary of NSWNMA Alicia Rodgers said the $1000 bonus felt like a “bribe” to stay quiet about the matter.

“A lot of nurses work on a casual basis so they have lost work and others have partners who have lost work so they are the only income, not getting that increase will have a huge impact,” she said.

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Vital message we all need to hear NICOLA BARTON

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t is a message that has travelled around the world in recent weeks and 17-year-old student Thelma Kwaramba wanted to ensure her Penola Catholic College peers heard it.

In a moving speech to her fellow students, Thelma passionately declared: Black Lives Matter (BLM).

The death of police brutality victim, George Floyd, in the United States has sparked protests across the world and Thelma says it is time for change.

“My speech was inspired by Natasha Miller’s spoken word poem, I explained the purpose behind the movement and the negative connotations that are associated with the phrase ‘All Lives Matter’,” she said.

“The overall message that I wanted the students to take away from my speech was to educate themselves about everything that is going on all around the world and to be more aware of their actions that affect many Indigenous and black people.”

Thelma came to Australia from Zimbabwe when she was seven-years-old.

Growing up as a young woman of colour in western Sydney has been challenging.

“Every day through various actions I am constantly reminded that I am different and do not belong here,” she said.

Some of her examples included being stared at in public, being followed by security guards in stores, and people touching her hair.

“Although it has been challenging, through the help of my school, church and Zimbabwean community, I have been able to feel accepted and valued as an individual,” Thelma said.

So how can those of privilege do better?

Thelma said education of both the BLM movement and its history within America and Australia is key.

“Once they have acquired that education I would encourage, especially the younger generation, to educate their family, friends or relatives that may hold racist views,” she said.

Continuing to educate ourselves and echo the core message of the BLM movement, even when it is no longer trending, can be a huge step towards making active change.

“By saying ‘Black Lives Matter’, it doesn’t mean other lives don’t, it’s simply raising awareness and calling attention about an issue that has been overlooked,” Thelma said.

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enrith Mayor Ross Fowler has shed more light on the airport rail line following confirmation the $11 billion project will begin later this year.

Cr Fowler welcomed Prime Minister Scott Morrison and NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian’s commitment of an extra $3.5 billion to ensure the metro line’s delivery by 2026, and stressed the need for a “true partnership” and collaboration on the project between all three levels of government.

“Most importantly, we are very happy that the government has made a decision on doing the rail and funding it, because it was one of the marquee projects of the City Deal,” he said of the agreement between the eight western Sydney councils.

During the announcement last week, Mr Morrison also confirmed metro stations would be built at St Marys, Orchard Hills and Luddenham, as well as the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, Western Sydney International Business Park and Western Sydney International Terminal.

While the exact location of the Orchard Hills station remains unknown, Cr Fowler revealed the Luddenham station would be located at the future $5 billion Sydney Science Park, which is due to be built in Luddenham.

“In terms of the stations, they say Luddenham Road, but it’s going to be the Science Park, it’s already been signed off,” he said.

“It’s just nonsensical to have it anywhere else given that the Science Park and the area is zoned and ready for development.”

He also understands the St Marys station will be underground.

Cr Fowler said the rail line would be “absolutely transformative” and Council was “very keen to get the detailed planning progressed”.

“It’s the first link in what will become a major north- south corridor between Campbelltown, Narellan, Camden and the south through to the Aerotropolis onto St Marys and up to Tullawong and then joins into the Castle Hill metro line,” he said.

“It takes all the east-west emphasis and puts emphasis on the north- south and the various communities that can or will be eventually established along the rail line.”

In February, Council expressed fears the rail line would not be built by the airport’s opening in 2026, due to the corridor not being determined, and claimed to have been “left in the dark” on plans for the transport spine.

The Orchard Hills station has garnered the most interest from locals in the last week, with some concerned about potential property acquisitions. The exact location is yet to be determined.

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Man found with loaded gun in car is jailed until March 2022

A man found with a loaded gun in Kingswood last year has been jailed for at least 22 months.

Kane Michael Williams, 34, was a back seat passenger in a car travelling along Santley Crescent about 2am on September 7 when it was pulled over for a RBT. Police located the shortened Lithgow Slazenger .22 calibre rifle in the boot after they were tipped off when they spotted the offender trying to conceal drugs.

Officers were initially drawn to Williams when they observed the 34-year-old place a small resealable bag with a crystal substance into his mouth.

While attempting to prevent him from swallowing the bag, officers located another clear resealable bag containing an unknown white powder underneath the offender.

Further checks were made which lead to the discovery of the rifle, which was located in a blue Nike drawstring backpack.

Inside, police found the rifle with a bullet inside the chamber. A further four rounds of ammunition were also located in the magazine inside the firearm.

A blue folder containing a large number of documents in Williams’ name, including his birth certificate were found in the same bag.

A check on the serial number revealed the firearm was stolen in October 2018.

Agreed facts show Williams refused to participate in an electronically recorded interview or answer any questions in relation to the allegations, however a forensic procedure was conducted by way of a Buccal Swab.

Williams, of Leura, has a “long and lengthy history of convictions relating to property offences involving violence”, according to court documents.

On Tuesday, his conviction appeal was dismissed by Her Honour Judge Sharon Harris at Penrith District Court.

He must serve a sentence of two years and six months with a 22-month non-

parole period. He is eligible for release on March 6, 2022.

Good behaviour bond after violent spat over gardening

A woman who hit her husband over the head with a glass after he sprayed her roses with weed killer has escaped a criminal conviction.

The 55-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, fronted Penrith Local Court on Tuesday and pleaded guilty to one count of ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm’.

The court heard the man required three stitches after the woman “snapped” following the gardening incident, which saw the man spray the flowers despite both his wife and daughter telling him not to.

The woman’s lawyer told the court the husband suffers from schizophrenia and the woman had been his full-time carer since 2006.

He said since the offence, the woman had been diagnosed with acute anxiety and stress and was now seeing a psychologist.

He said she was hopeful of re-entering the workforce and was concerned a criminal record would hinder her chances of success.

“There is a mixture of aggravating and mitigating factors in this matter,” he said, before requesting Magistrate Susan Horan find the matter proved without imposing a conviction.

The lawyer underscored the fact the woman had never been before a court before and submitted she was “very, very unlikely to re-offend”.

He also pointed out she rendered assistance to the man immediately following the assault.

Magistrate Horan noted the woman placed the glass on the table with such force that it shattered, and the man had to be taken to hospital to have his wound tended to.

She said domestic violence was not tolerated by the court.

However she took into account the offender’s early guilty plea, lack of criminal record and the fact she was now undergoing treatment before ordering the woman to enter a two-year good behaviour bond without conviction.

Man was “off with the pixies” when he threatened to kill Dad

A man who allegedly threatened to kill his elderly father before terrorising his neighbours during a drug-fuelled episode has had an application to vary his AVO refused.

The man, who is currently bail refused, sought to remove a condition preventing him from residing with his father upon his release.

His lawyer submitted the man was “off with the pixies” when he broke into one of the cabins owned by his 76-year-old father and dragged and assaulted him.

The accused then threatened to kill him and demanded money before heading to his neighbours where he proceeded to intimidate them and level more death threats. His father finally gave him $1,000 and the son then demanded that he drive him one hour away “under duress”, the court heard.

His lawyer said the man, who is charged with ‘aggravated break and enter’, ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm’ and multiple counts of ‘stalk and intimidate’, had been drug free since being incarcerated during the Australia Day weekend.

The man’s father and neighbour gave sworn evidence before Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, telling the court under cross examination that they did not fear for their safety if the man returned to the same address.

However, the prosecution argued there was no guarantee the man, who suffers from post traumatic stress disorder, would remain clean once he got out of custody.

Magistrate Susan Horan noted the alleged victims were particularly vulnerable.

“In my view... the current conditions are necessary and appropriate for their protection,” she said.

“The application to vary is refused.”

His matter was adjourned to July 1.

He is due to apply for Supreme Court bail next week.

Trail bike rider admits he was too keen to go for a drive

Corey Pryke has been hit with a fine and good behaviour bond after pleading guilty to several offences.

Pryke appeared before Penrith Local Court on Tuesday charged with ‘drive never licenced’, ‘use unregistered vehicle’ and ‘destroy/damage property’.

Pryke told Magistrate Susan Horan he got carried away after purchasing a trail bike despite not holding a licence.

“I got a bit excited when I got it and I took it for a ride,” he said.

He told the court he understood the bike was currently impounded but hoped to get it back.

“I hope to get it back, I wanted to get my licence, that was the plan,” he said.

The offender also pleaded guilty to smashing a television.

He was fined $250 for the never licenced matter, convicted with no further penalty for the unregistered matter and handed a nine-month good behaviour bond with supervision for the destroy/damage offence.

Mum of 10 faces court on assault charges

A mother-of-10 who assaulted her 15-year-old son has been handed a 12-month good behaviour bond.

The woman, who cannot be named for legal reasons, faced Penrith Local Court charged with ‘common assault’.

The woman said she was a single, stay at home mum with her youngest child aged five. She was handed a 12-month Community Correction Order and must accept the supervision of Community Corrections.

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Police have charged a man after discovering a large hydroponic set-up when attending his Claremont Meadows home for an unrelated incident.

About 8.30am on Saturday, June 6 police attended the address on Sunflower Drive for an unrelated incident.

Whilst at the premises, police received reliable information concerning the premises being used for the cultivation of cannabis plants. The man was arrested and taken into police custody while a warrant for the premises was granted.

Police returned to the premises and located a sophisticated hydroponic cannabis sativa set-up.

Investigators discovered two rooms containing 139 cannabis sativa plants.

The hydroponic set-up consisted of indoor grow tents, multiple light shades, light globes, ventilation and a multitude of electrical cords.

Police also located a safe which contained $5,500 cash, three large resealable bags containing a total of 344 grams of cannabis, two clear resealable bags containing 127 grams of psilocybin mushroom and 44 grams of cannabis seed.

The man was charged with ‘cultivate prohibited plant commercial quantity’, ‘knowingly deal with proceeds of crime’ and ‘possess prohibited drug’.

St Marys: Woman charged after spitting at police officers

A woman has been charged after spitting at and harassing police officers in St Marys on Saturday, June 6.

About 11.35pm police were patrolling St Marys Railway Station when they sighted a 21-year-old St Clair woman who, upon approach, became aggressive towards police and began using offensive racial slurs. Police warned the woman to stop, however she continued to yell loudly and swear.

It is alleged she also spat in the direction of the officers.

The woman was arrested and charged with ‘behave in offensive manner in/near public place/school’. She will appear in Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, August 25.

During her arrest, a 29-year-old St Clair man, who was known to the woman, jumped onto one of the officer’s backs, wrapping both arms around their neck, then punched them multiple times to the side of the face.

The officer managed to grab hold of the man and put him to the ground where he was arrested.

He was charged with ‘assault police officer in execution of duty’, and ‘resist or hinder police officer in the execution of duty’.

He is to appear in Penrith Local Court on Monday, August 17.

St Marys: Man tries to fool police with fake licence

A Ropes Crossing man who provided a false name to police has been charged after being caught driving whilst disqualified.

About 4.40pm on Monday, June 8 police were patrolling Chapel Street, St Marys when they stopped a vehicle for the purpose of a random breath test.

The 25-year-old driver was subject to the test, which returned a negative result.

The man was requested by police to produce a driver’s licence and state his name. He handed over a NSW licence but could not state the date of birth written on it. Further checks were made, and it is alleged the man informed police he was a disqualified driver.

Checks were made on the correct licence belonging to the man which revealed that his licence is endorsed as disqualified from October 2014 to January 2036.

He was arrested and charged with ‘drive motor vehicle during disqualification period’ and ‘driver or rider state false name or home address’. He is to appear in Penrith Local Court on Monday, August 17.

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Controversy over protest In a stunning demonstration of Australia’s appellant legal system in full swing, the Supreme Court last week banned the proposed Black Lives Matter protests in Sydney on public health grounds before three Judges of the Court of Appeal overturned the decision only 24 hours later.

A by-product of the violent protests that have unfolded in the USA following the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands of police, Black Lives Matter protests in Sydney and Melbourne focused on Aboriginal deaths in custody.

While the data does not necessarily support that there is a disproportionate number of Aboriginal deaths while in prison (serving a prison sentence), Aboriginal deaths in custody (i.e. being held in police stations and watchhouses) occur far more frequently than in nonindigenous persons in custody.

Debate raged as to whether or not the Sydney protests should go ahead, not because of any opposition to the cause, rather because the nation and the world is still reeling from the COVID-19 pandemic.

It appeared nonsensical that in circumstances where a person can be fined for having more than five people in their home, thousands could assemble in the streets to protest a cause that existed long before the death of George Floyd in the USA. NSW Police made a last-ditch application to the NSW Supreme Court on Friday arguing that the protests should be banned on public health bases. His Honour Justice Des Fagan agreed with police and said, “All of us have given up many rights” to deal with the COVID-19

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The organisers of the protests immediately appealed and an urgent hearing was held on Saturday afternoon

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Ultimately, the legal argument before the Court of Appeal was a technical legal one. Under the Summary Offences Act a protest is considered an authorised public assembly if the Police Commissioner is notified of it at least seven days prior and does not oppose it.

The barrister for the protest organisers argued that because the application was served in time and the police originally raised no objection that the event was an authorised public assembly. Ultimately the Court of Appeal agreed.

Australia has an appellant legal system whereby the decisions of lower courts can be challenged in higher courts. This means that a system of checks and balances exists so there is a mechanism in place to correct errors of law and other incorrect judicial decisions.

The highest court in the land from which appeals from the Supreme Court are heard is the High Court in Canberra which often decides high profile cases such as the Cardinal George Pell appeal.

It remains to be seen how effective the weekend’s Black Lives Matter protests are. It is likely that the message will be ultimately drowned out by the controversy surrounding the protests which occurred despite medical advice.

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Men on the road again Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk resumes after Coronavirus forced temporary hiatus NICOLA BARTON

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he vital community mental health initiative, Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk, resumed on Thursday in time for National Men’s Health Week.

The walk has grown to become a huge success in the community, as it advocates for men’s mental health awareness.

After COVID- 19 restrictions postponed their weekly events, the men were finally able to meet again on Thursday for their first river walk since isolation.

Part- organiser Andrew Paech said they have been doing everything they can to continue engaging and talking with men in the community.

“We’ve been conducting online Zoom meet-ups, connecting with people personally and others have been doing the walk on their own and passing some familiar faces on the way,” he said.

This year’s National Men’s Health Week, which runs from Monday, June 15 to Sunday, June 21, aims to echo the important message that the Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk spreads, by encouraging conversations about men’s mental health.

With the current unprecedented climate leading to more isolation from friends and family, financial stress and potential

Ready to walk: Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk organisers at the Nepean River.

unemployment, checking in on your mate or family member is more important than ever.

“Some people have been alone or needed to be alone through this season and now, as we come out of that, we want to reinforce our core message as that is to never walk alone,” Mr Paech said.

“You can come as a stranger the first time but you make so many mates, it’s that real sense of social engagement.”

The 6pm walk resumed last night and will continue weekly.

“We need to manage social distancing so when we gather we won’t be congregating at The Coffee Club like usual, but will meet across the road at the river and walk in smaller staggered groups,” he said.

“We encourage all walkers to download the COVID Safe app and to not attend if they are feeling unwell or have symptoms.”

Traditionally, walkers receive a coffee at the start of the walk, thanks to weekly sponsors. Mr Paech said this will continue but will be managed differently.

Men’s Health Week encourages the community to host online events, share information, and to simply check in with the men and boys in their lives.

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Charity needs your help Food relief charity is making a difference, but setbacks leave its future clouded EMILY FESZCZUK

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sually it is Your Community Needs (YCN) that is providing the help, but after dealing with COVID- 19 and a recent robbery, the not- for- profit organisation needs a hand itself.

The St Marys- based food relief charity offers a helping hand for those who are struggling all year round.

YCN Founder Rita Sullivan said she had always wanted to start the organisation, which began operating last year.

“I have always had a passion for helping others and living in these areas you see the need but I am also a mother of six kids, have three grandkids and take care of my husband who is quadriplegic,” she said.

“It has taken a lot of work to get started but we now run a supermarket-style shop where people who are in need pay for different sized trolleys or hampers and get to fill it with what they want and need.”

Dealing with several setbacks, she said it has been stressful to keep going.

“We served a lady who had four kids who looked hungry so we made sure we looked after them, but at the end of the day we realised she had stolen some money from the office when we weren’t looking,” she said.

Trev Wilson, David Fepuleai, Rita Sullivan, Hussein A Ghaida, John Skene and Frank Boschenok. Photo: Megan Dunn.

“I also can’t turn away people who can’t afford food since losing jobs and since we don’t get any funding it comes out of my pocket, so paying for our forklift, electricity and rent has been a battle.”

Despite the struggles, Ms Sullivan said they will push through to provide for the community.

“I couldn’t be more thankful for Sheree

Lynch from Triton Containers who has given us three months rent- free on the freezer and cool room we hire, and I couldn’t be operating this without the help of the volunteers and my eldest son,” she said.

“I want people to know that we are here to help, especially those who have been affected recently and every cent that gets

spent or donated from businesses who can sponsor us goes back into the charity to cover our overheads.

“The look on people’s faces when you help them is so rewarding and the reason we exist.”

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Opening at the end of 2018, Ms Attia said the space has become a unique place to support locals and charities.

“The people that come here are far more friends than customers and we have provided a place for people in the community to have some good food and to feel safe,” she said.

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organisations such as the Dragons Abreast ladies or Nepean Therapy Dogs, which I can’t be more thankful for.”

Ms Attia hopes someone will be interested in buying the business.

“Individuals and groups have been so supportive of our beautiful journey so I am devastated to say goodbye, but it would be wonderful for someone to continue what we have started,” she said.

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Skyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the limit for Azahlia Caroline Chisholm College student on track for impressive career in aviation EMILY FESZCZUK

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zahlia Stevenson is aiming for the sky with the help of the Western Sydney Women aviation mentoring program.

The Year 11 Caroline Chisholm College student is using the experience to achieve her dream of becoming an aeronautical engineer.

Taking part in the program that launched in February, the 17- year- old said it has been so beneficial to form connections to pursue her passion. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have always had a passion for building things and innovation, so STEM stood out for me and I was inspired by one of my Maths teachers who was an aeronautical engineer,â&#x20AC;? Azahlia said.

Program participants are allocated a partner, which further enhances their experience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I got partnered with Keren Rambow, who has had so much experience within the industry,â&#x20AC;? Azahlia said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;She has been amazing in preparing me to focus for what lays ahead.â&#x20AC;?

Wanting to attend the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) in the future, Azahlia said she has taken the first step to apply.

Azahlia Stevenson has a passion for aviation. Photo: Megan Dunn.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Keren used to go to ADFA so has guided me through the process and I have started the application, which is exciting,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The program has taught me I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to have every single quality for the job yet, but I can work hard, be diligent, persistent and have the grit to achieve what I want down the track.â&#x20AC;?

Ms Rambow, who is the Regional General Manager, Sales, South Asia Pacific for General Electric (GE), ran her own business, Pacific Aerospace Consulting, and was an officer in the Royal Australian Air Force for 15 years.

She said she is happy to pass down her knowledge to women aspiring to enter the industry. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to encourage young women to consider aviation as a career and help demonstrate that women in the industry are there to help and support as I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have many women leaders around and for women coming through now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important and valuable to have that support,â&#x20AC;?

Ms Rambow said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Azahlia is an amazing young woman and it has been my absolute pleasure to be her mentor as her passion for the aviation industry and the military is fantastic and something we need to nurture and encourage in young Australians.â&#x20AC;?

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Penrith Council encourages the community to celebrate with us as we recognise the richness diversity brings to our City and acknowledge the contribution so many refugees make, and have made, over many years.

At 9am on Wednesday, June 17 and Saturday, June 20, Penrith Library will stream a special, online Refugee Week Story Time session on their Facebook page. You and your little ones will enjoy stories of hope, courage and resilience introduced by a local refugee.

We have also collected stories and recipes from refugees who have settled in Penrith through our Food Redi Program. These will be posted to Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page across the week, and if you want to learn more, you can explore a collection of links that take you to a whole world of stories, movies and music that cel-

ebrate refugees and their journey.

During this important week we are also taking the opportunity to gather and film stories of long-term, medium-term and recent arrival in Penrith. We will post these to Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s YouTube channel throughout the year to continue to build understanding and harmony in Penrith.

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For many years Penrith has been a Refugee Welcome Zone. This means as a city and a community we show compassion, uphold human rights and welcome refugees.

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irst up there are a few things I’d like Panthers supporters to know.

One, Brent Naden has not fallen out of favour with coach Ivan Cleary.

Two, the emergence of Matt Burton does not mean Jarome Luai will be forced out of the club. And three, 19-year-old centre Stephen Crichton is the most exciting three-quarter prospect I’ve seen at Penrith since Michael Jennings.

Naden has been the subject of intense speculation amongst Panthers fans as to why he is no longer in the side. The simple answer is, at the moment coach Cleary believes Critchton is a better fit for the team and Naden will just have to bide his time. Don’t worry, his time will come.

Meanwhile, Matt Burton has been nothing short of sensational while deputising for the suspended Nathan Cleary however the coaching staff have no intention of moving Luai on as a result. Both players are in coach Cleary’s long-term plans.

Finally it was obvious from the moment centre Stephen Crichton defused a towering bomb on his first grade debut against Cronulla last season that he was a special player. Last Friday against the Warriors, Fox’s commentator Michael Ennis described him as a “Ferrari” and with a rich contract extension pending, don’t be surprised if you see Critchton driving one to training very soon.

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What caught my eye last week..

The way Brisbane Broncos prop Matt Lodge answered every question thrown at him by a hungry media scrum last Sunday really stood out for me. No topic was offlimits and he handled himself with great dignity and humility. I was one of the people who thought Lodge should never be allowed to play rugby league again but I’ve since changed my mind. His road to redemption may not be complete but he’s

certainly well on his way. The Broncos could do worse than make him their next captain.

What game I’m looking forward to...

I can’t wait to see how Brisbane perform against Manly on Thursday night. Surely they can’t and won’t play that poorly again.

My tips for the week...

The final word...

I would hate to see technology used in any way to decide a forward pass.

This whole ‘ball tracker’ theory is flawed in cricket and would be equally open to scrutiny when applied to rugby league as well.

Cricket commentators have argued for years that the ‘ball tracker’ isn’t 100 per cent accurate because a cricket ball can do many things in the air once it hits the pitch.

How is this any different to accurately tracking a rugby league ball in the air, a ball which has a more unusual shape than a round cricket ball and can ‘float’ forward even after leaving a player’s hands backwards.

GPSports Systems said it was developing technology to accurately track a forward pass way back in 2011 and nearly 10 years on, nothing has come of it.

Why? Because the science behind it all isn’t 100 per cent accurate and open to interpretation and intense speculation.

Exactly like ruling on a forward pass is now! So why bother bringing it in? It would solve nothing!

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ad this been any other time, Bankwest Stadium would be packed to capacity tonight, hosting a nervous crowd ahead of one of the most eagerly anticipated Battle of the West contests in recent years.

Instead the shiny new stadium will be nearly empty as it hosts first placed Parramatta and third placed Penrith – both undefeated teams, both coming off nice wins last weekend.

It is a contest deserving of a bumper crowd but one that is likely to deliver a belter regardless.

Parramatta have come back from the Coronavirus shutdown with premiership contender written all over them – demolishing Brisbane 34-6 and downing Manly 19-16. Critics could argue there’s still some cracks in that form line – the Broncos are a basketcase, while Manly should have

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Regardless, this is an Eels side that will almost certainly be contending for a top four spot at the end of the season, and Brad Arthur has them looking tough and switched on.

As for the Panthers, their shaky comeback game (a 14-all draw with Newcastle) was but a memory last Friday when they demolished the Warriors 26- 0 at Campbelltown Stadium.

Without question coach Ivan Cleary would have been most impressed with the 0 rather than the 26 – it was a nice defensive effort against a side playing with plenty of confidence after shutting out the Dragons the previous week.

The big change for Penrith this week is the return of halfback Nathan Cleary, banished to the sidelines after that TikTok

drama during the shutdown. Cleary will add some much- needed direction to Penrith’s attack, and almost certainly sharpen up the short kicking game, which has been lacking in the last two matches.

Matt Burton – full of confidence after a two-try performance against the Warriors – has been relegated to the bench, with Jarome Luai to partner Cleary despite a somewhat shaky game last week.

There is no question that on their day, Parramatta have the backline to do some real damage to Penrith. The likes of Gutherson, Sivo, Jennings, Blake and Moses are the stuff of nightmares for opposition players.

But Penrith’s forward pack is where I’m confident they can lay a platform that opens up a real chance for victory. James Fisher- Harris is playing like a machine at the moment – carrying his Merv Cart-

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wright Medal winning form from last season into 2020, and then some. He ran for 257 metres last weekend – and wanted more. His battle with former Panther Reagan Campbell- Gillard will be something to savour.

And then you’ve got James Tamou fighting for his future in what will be his 250th NRL game, Moses Leota as keen as an Energiser bunny and Isaah Yeo producing his usual workman like performance. It is a pack that can dominate, especially if it finds more confidence within itself.

Penrith’s bench also looks stronger, which is a key late in the game.

This will be an absolute beauty, and I wouldn’t be surprised if the game is still in the balance come the last 10 minutes.

Perhaps Cleary’s boot will be the deciding factor after all is said and done.

Tip: Panthers by 1.

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10 James Fisher-Harris

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10 Junior Paulo

8 James Tamou (c)

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t’s not complicated – if you’re a Panthers fan you hate Parramatta and if you’re an Eels fan you hate Penrith… it’s that simple, really.

While tonight’s Battle of the West will be a little quieter than usual, the hatred between the two arch rivals will still be very much the same.

Panthers prop James Fisher- Harris, currently in career- best form, said the clash between Penrith and Parramatta is one he eyes off every season.

“There’s always a bit more to play for,” he told the media on Monday.

“I try and go out with the same mentality each week but there’s always a bit more against Parra, so I’m looking forward to it.”

Tonight’s game at Bankwest Stadium will have a bit of extra spice peppered in as well, with four former Panthers lining up for the Blue & Golds.

Reagan Campbell- Gillard, Waqa Blake, Michael Jennings and Maika Sivo will be desperate to get one up on their ex-teammates.

“It will be good seeing him (CampbellGillard) again,” Fisher-Harris said.

James Fisher-Harris is having a strong year for Penrith. Photo: NRL Images.

“I’ve been watching the Eels play and they’ve been going good, it’s going to be a good challenge and we’re all looking forward to it.”

One player who’s about to experience his first Battle of the West is interchange forward Zane Tetevano.

While the former Rooster isn’t quite versed on the historical beef between the two clubs, he is champing at the bit nonetheless.

“I don’t know too much about the westside rivalry but I’m looking forward to the match,” he said.

“Parramatta are a good side, strong forward pack, their halves and Gutho out the back. They’ve been playing some good football over the last couple of weeks but, for us, we just have to focus on ourselves and what we can control.”

Since arriving at the foot of the Mountains this season, Tetevano has enjoyed a strong start to his Panthers career. Not only is he undefeated after four games, but he’s made a real impact coming off the bench.

The three- time New Zealand international said the quality of Penrith’s forwards pushed him to become a better player.

“Coming into a new team you want to put your best foot forward,” Tetevano, who is averaging 125m this season, said.

“I’ve always liked the style of football the Panthers play and you’ve got hard workers in Fish, Jimmy Tamou, Kikau and Isaah Yeo. “By fitting into the side I couldn’t just sit back and think things were going to happen, I had to make them happen.”

Fisher- Harris said he always admired Tetevano’s style of play.

“Before Zane came here I was praising him because I saw him at Kiwis… I like his work ethic and all that,” he said.

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The Penrith Junior League has axed Sunday football this year. Clubs were sent a letter from Penrith Juniors General Manager Nathan Mairleitner on the long weekend, confirming only Saturday games would be played and only the Under 6s through to Under 15s age groups would compete this year.

I’m hearing the decision – forced by the ongoing COVID-19 ramifications – came after two thirds of the 24 affiliate clubs said they’d prefer Sunday competitions not go ahead this year, due to logistical and financial constraints. Not running Sunday footy has made the Saturday competitions more viable. Some clubs are disappointed, but it seems the majority have ruled here.

Selected ‘fans’ watch on as the Panthers play the Warriors. Photo: NRL Images.

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The cardboard cutout fans at NRL grounds during the crowd lockout have been a real highlight, save for a couple of unfortunate mishaps. The Panthers have taken things one step further – putting particular cutouts behind the bench on the sideline. A few well-known fans were spotted keeping the players and coaching staff company last Friday night. The ‘chosen ones’ are selected at random.

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Penrith officials fully expect to be back at Panthers Stadium for the clash against the Cowboys on Sunday, July 19 – but any plans to shift the Storm and Rabbitohs games from Campbelltown Stadium to Penrith appear to have faded away. There was talk of the games being shifted given corporate facilities, such as the Chairman’s Lounge, can now open.

But Penrith were told on Tuesday that the Storm and Souths games are staying at Campbelltown.

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Some corporate partners will be headed to Panthers Leagues Club tonight for an exclusive function for the Battle of the West clash. The $125-a-head event has limited tickets available and is the first corporate event the club has held since the Round 1 match between Penrith and the Roosters at Panthers Stadium.

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Brian To’o (pictured below) has signed a new deal with the Panthers, extending his time at the club until the end of 2023. Reports of the new deal leaked out last Friday, but the exciting young winger only put pen to paper on Tuesday.

“I’m really grateful for the opportunities the club has given me and I’m so happy to re-sign,” To’o said. “This new deal means everything to me and my family.”

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Panthers is scrambling to get the 2020 Indigenous Jersey produced in time for Round 12. While the new design has been locked in since the beginning of the year, the pandemic shut down O’Neills’ production in Ireland and there was no guarantee there would even be an Indigenous Round in 2020 until the revamped draw was released. Panthers merchandise manager Tiffany Serra and O’Neills are now pulling out all stops to get it done.

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Amazingly the Broncos have escaped with only a warning from the NRL after the whole team dodged the media after the loss to the Roosters. The Broncos media manager, stuck outside the bubble, was on the phone to the football manager in the sheds, asking him to bring requested players out. The football manager outright refused. Apparently it got quite heated. It was always a chance of happening as soon as the NRL didn’t require a media person to be one of the 18 staff allowed in the bubble.

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This one isn’t Panthers related, but

if you ever wanted an example of why the rugby league media is on the nose, you only have to look at how the Josh Reynolds story was handled this week.

After the story broke on Monday afternoon, it was known very quickly that while the Wests Tigers star had failed a roadside drug test, his test back at the police station – arguably more reliable – was negative. Despite this, the headlines for the next 24 hours still focused on the failed roadside test. Technically, it was accurate – but it was wildly unfair and a misrepresentation of the situation. The media need to do better.

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Andrew Voss will call tonight’s Battle of the West on Fox League. He’ll be joined

by NRL legend Cooper Cronk, who Fox has instructed to focus on the return of Nathan Cleary. Braith Anasta will join Voss and Cronk in commentary.

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He’s respected from his decorated playing days at Illawarra, St George Illawarra, New South Wales and Australia.

He’s backed by the fact that he won three straight Illawarra Rugby League grand finals with Wests and was chosen to lead their 70th Anniversary team.

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He needs his players to show some of his Dapto fight. Otherwise it’s the bottom of Mullet Creek for all of them.

he Broncos are an embarrassment, not that I mind being a New South Welshman seeing the Roosters beat them by 59 points. However it’s ridiculous that the result is being used as a reason for why expansion should not occur in the NRL. It’s exactly the reason why there must be a second team in Brisbane, without competition any business becomes lazy and that’s what has happened to the Broncos.

Introducing a second Brisbane team is essential for the growth of the NRL. Brisbane is the second biggest rugby league city in the country, it’s a joke it is home to just one team and a club that’s had a huge market to itself for 32 years.

They’ve become complacent, all those advantages including being on TV almost every Friday night and they haven’t won a Premiership in 14 years and now the embarrassment of record floggings. A rival club in their own backyard would lift their standards and make it fairer for the rest of the NRL competition. Despite their on- field performance, the Broncos are the only team rolling in cash and that’s not fair on the remaining 15 clubs.

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every professional sport struggling to make ends meet, should be looking after its own clubs first.

However the pandemic also brings opportunity to make the game stronger and therefore the existing clubs more secure. We’ve already seen the pandemic leading V’landys to introduce reforms like the six again rule which have quickly almost fixed awful tactics like the wrestle, the same can happen off the field.

Understandably there are deep financial concerns for the NRL at the moment, the reality is broadcasters cannot afford to keep paying record amounts year after year, pandemic or not. So the league needs to offer broadcasters more value to just maintain funding levels.

While Fox Sports is locked in long-term, Channel Nine isn’t. The days of competition between the free to air networks for rights is over, it’s basically Channel Nine or nothing. That means it’s critical to offer Nine something extra to boost the value of the deal when it comes to extending.

That value is an extra team in Brisbane, a weekly game in the Brisbane market.

Many argue there isn’t enough talent to fill the rosters of 17 clubs, but year after year the game unearths new stars.

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Ever since Bob Millward coaxed a reluctant McGregor to cross Mullet Creek, with his fifth or sixth offer to join the Illawarra Steelers, the current Dragons coach has been an opponent not to be messed with.

Yes, his junior coach labelled him ‘Mary’ because of all the whinging he did, but don’t expect any of that from him in coming weeks.

When the Dragons Board called an emergency phone meeting on Tuesday, footy fans expressed a similar sentiment from Kogarah to Wollongong – “Mary’s gone”.

Plenty of coaches had been dumped for less. Four straight losses to open 2020, including the last 177 minutes of footy without a try.

The Board held its nerve – or some might say its payout dollars – and backed McGregor, but with language that also delivered a warning.

Expressions like “these tough times”, “right the wrongs”, “when under pressure”, “commitment to improve” were telling McGregor that unless you start

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inger- songwriter Jed Zarb’s music has been climbing the country charts and his new single is predicted to do the same. The former western Sydney musician has just released his latest song titled ‘Stay for a While’.

His newest offering comes off the back of his previous songs ‘Mountain Man’ and ‘Battle Scarred Guitar’ which were in the Country Songs Top 40 while ‘Hillbilly Cider’ rose to number one on the iTunes Country Singles Chart.

Recording the song in a studio at his home at Bilpin in the Blue Mountains, Jed said he was instantly inspired.

“My 21- year- old step- son was playing a melodic riff he had written which triggered me to write a chorus to go with it,” Jed told the Weekender.

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When Mari Gilbert’s (Amy Ryan) daughter Shannan disappears, she launches a desperate personal investigation that leads police to the unsolved cases of murdered sex workers.

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You can look forward to a fresh start involving lust or loot, as the Solar Eclipse stimulates your intimacy and joint finances zone. But (courtesy of retro Mercury) there’ll be delays, difficulties and disruptions along the way. Your usual confidence and self-esteem could also take a temporary dive, as relationships are tempestuous and someone brings up an embarrassing incident from the past.

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WSU Professor Yang Xiang, President Chris Eagleton, Penrith MP Stuart Ayres along with Kieran Knowles and Patrick Hurley from the Nepean Hockey Association.

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epean Hockey Association will receive close to $1 million to build a new clubhouse, which will complete the transformation of the Western Sydney Hockey Centre in Kingswood.

Following major field and scoreboard upgrades at the facility last year, the new clubhouse – which will include amenities, change rooms, canteen and a meeting room – is regarded as the final piece of the puzzle.

Nepean Hockey Association will receive the $975,000 grant through the

NSW Government’s Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund.

Penrith MP Stuart Ayres said the announcement was a “great win for hockey in Penrith”.

“This centre is the only hockey fields west of Sydney Olympic Park, so it’s a great opportunity to allow the sport to grow,” he told the Weekender.

“Hockey’s been through some ups and downs as a sport. It’s been a sport with a fantastic history in Australia, fantastic history in this community, and to see this association and this facility reach its potential is a tremendous outcome.”

Nepean Hockey Association President Chris Eagleton said local hockey players

will be “ecstatic” and “over the moon” when they hear the news.

“This grant guarantees a top class facility for hockey in the western Sydney region and will ensure we are able to continue growing and developing the next generation of hockey heroes in the Nepean Hockey Association,” he said.

“This major upgrade to our centre will ensure we have appropriate facilities to cater for all our members and, in particular, our junior girls and women’s team as well as people of all abilities.

“We will be able to build a community base for hockey in the Penrith region for generations to come right in the heart of the new Caddens development.”

The new clubhouse, which is expected to be ready for use in early 2021, will have a unique design and build compared to other sporting facilities across the state.

“The association have chosen to use a modular- base design which will allow them to develop the facility relatively quickly compared to traditional construction techniques,” Mr Ayres said.

“It also allows them to get exceptional value for money and I think it will be a very interesting case study for modular construction.

“Beyond hockey, this could potentially be a real trail blazer when it comes to sporting amenities that can be developed in other places across Penrith.”

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Netballers back on court in August Story continued from » p. 56 Giants players have returned to both the court and the gym, training in small groups in line with the competition training guidelines.

Giants coach Julie Fitzgerald, who was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia this week, said she’s excited to have everyone back.

“I’m so happy to be back with the team, to have the girls back together and to have a date to work towards,” she said.

“It’s been a challenging few months for everyone within our netball community and more broadly across society, but I’m really proud of how the girls have gone about things.”

Giants Netball, who usually operate out of the GWS Giants training and administration base at Sydney Olympic Park, will temporarily relocate their office and gym across the road to Netball Central for the remainder of the 2020 season.

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e could have a new Paralympian to cheer on in a few years’ time, with 12- year- old Layla Sharp proving to be a star on the rise in her chosen sports.

The talented and inspirational vision impaired athlete is the latest recipient of the Penrith Valley Sports Foundation (PVSF) Junior Sports Star Award after excelling in athletics, cross country and swimming over the past 12 months.

Since joining Werrington Little Athletics Centre two years ago, Layla has amassed numerous accolades in a variety of events.

At the Australian NSW Juniors, the St Marys resident won gold in the T12 1500m (breaking the Australian Open Age record), gold in the 400m (breaking the Australian U18 record) and silver in the 800m (breaking her own Australian U20 record).

Prior to the Coronavirus shutdown, Layla won gold in each of her Para events at the Little Athletics Regionals (100m, 200m, 800m and Long Jump)

and collected bronze medals in the ablebodied 3km and 1500m events.

Layla also won gold in the 2km T12 Cross Country last April and finished first at the State Championships in May, subsequently qualifying herself for Nationals.

She travelled to Darwin in September to compete for her state at Nationals.

Co- captaining NSW, Layla won gold in the 4x100m relay, silver in the 800m and set T12 records in the 100m, 200m, 800m and Long Jump.

Proving she’s just as competitive in the pool as she is on the track, the former Cambridge Park Public School student also took up swimming in 2019 winning silver in both the 50m Backstroke and 50m Breaststroke as well as bronze in the 50m Freestyle at Sydney West.

To top it all off, Layla was crowned the Para Athletics Champion, Para Cross Country Champion and Para Swimming Champion at an extracurricular assembly at her school.

She also won Sportsperson of the Year at Cambridge Park Public, Sports Girl of the Year at Werrington Little Athletics and the Sydney West Peter Davis Outstand-

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hile one footy code is a few weeks into their revived season, another one kicked off last night in Melbourne.

After a nearly three- month hiatus the AFL is officially back in business, with the GWS Giants set to play their first game since the Coronavirus shutdown this Sunday afternoon.

Last year’s Grand Finalists will take on the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Giants Stadium in front of a limited amount spectators.

Speaking with the media on Tuesday, Giants coach Leon Cameron said he can smell footy in the air again.

“I probably felt football was back last Saturday when we had an intra- club match. The boys were keen to smack into each other and we had a really good, spirited game for about 80-odd minutes,” he said.

The day after Greater Western Sydney’s 32- point win over Geelong in Round 1, the competition was put on ice due to the health pandemic gripping the nation.

The GWS Giants return to the field this Sunday. Photo: Craig Abercrombie/GWS Giants.

Players, coaches and club staff were put on indefinite leave, unsure when they would be returning again. Cameron said he commends the AFL on how they

handled the enormously difficult situation.

“When the season got suspended after our win against the Cats you think about

all sorts of things, like will we come back?

How long will we be away for?” he said.

“No doubt the AFL have navigated their way through this really well under tough circumstances, in juggling with all the different states and challenges they have in front of them.

“Now it’s over to the 18 clubs to play a brand of footy each weekend that all of their members and supporters are going to love watching – it’s great AFL is back.”

The Giants are expected to welcome back several faces for Sunday’s Round 2 clash including Callan Ward, who has been sidelined since early last season with an ACL injury, and defender Zac Williams, who missed the opening round with a calf injury.

Last year’s best and fairest Tim Taranto is the only high-profile Giant still sidelined by injury as he recovers from a shoulder reconstruction.

“They were both good on Saturday (Ward and Williams),” Cameron said.

“Wardy is clearly an interesting case, it’s been 13- 14 months since he did his ACL against the Cats last year, but he’s had a really good three-week block. He can’t do anything else but get picked.”

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The new 2020 Super Netball season will begin on Saturday, August 1, with the league committed to completing a full 60-match season.

Super Netball CEO Chris Symington said the season start represents a significant step forward on the road to getting back on court.

“We’re thrilled a season start date has been locked away, now all our stakeholders have a date to work towards and fans can start to get excited for the start of the season,” he said.

“We are planning to play out a full home and away season, and we are confident that our start date gives us the best opportunity to achieve that.

“I would like to thank our dedicated members and fans who have stuck by their teams and the sport through an incredibly challenging period.

“We look forward to showcasing our worldclass athletes once again from August 1.”

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