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Stars come out to help local charity raise more than $40,000 Channel Seven personalities Mark Ferguson and Tara Dennis, along with renowned auctioneer Michael McCaffery, helped local charity OZWAC raise $42,000 towards important health research projects at its annual ball last weekend. More than 200 local business people, politicians and community members turned out to the event at Panthers, all taking part in the glitz and glamour of a 1920’s theme. It capped off a sensational weekend of fundraising in Penrith, with thousands also attending the Relay for Life event at Howell Oval.
48 hours of violence Armed robberies and violent break-ins have residents on edge
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string of violent incidents across the local area – including a home invasion and two armed robberies in the space of 48 hours – has led to a plea for public assistance by local police as they try to track down those responsible. In the most frightening of the three incidents, two men armed with a handgun, a machete and an electronic stun device forced their way into a granny flat at the rear of a home in Upton Street, Penrith in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
A 24-year-old man was in the granny flat at the time, and was struck twice in the face with the handgun. The victim fled, but was caught by one of the offenders who used the electronic stun device to taser him. “The man then fled to the main house where his father was able to close and lock the front door,” police said in a statement. But the drama wasn’t over – one of the offenders kicked the door in and threatened both men with the handgun, before fleeing with a sum of money. “Emergency services were contacted and ambulance paramedics treated the man at the scene for lacerations,” police said.
“Police from Penrith Local Area Command attended a short time later and established a crime scene.” The offenders are described only as being of Caucasian appearance and in their mid to late 20’s, wearing sports style clothing. Their faces were covered with t-shirts during the incident. Meanwhile, three men remain on the run following the armed robbery of the Colonial Hotel at Werrington on Sunday night. About 9.45pm on Sunday, the hotel’s last customer left the premises, and staff prepared to close up for the night. Upon leaving the hotel, the customer – a 43-year-old man – was
assaulted and robbed of his wallet by three men. “It appears the three men, one of whom was armed with a pistol, then entered the hotel and threatened two on-shift security guards,” police said. “The guards were forced to the floor, while two other staff members – the shift manager and a bartender – were able to lock themselves in an offic e. “The three men stole money from a number of the hotel’s cash registers before fleeing the scene on foot.” Continues Page Six
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Win for community as Council opposes any coal seam gas exploration Penrith Council has locked the gate on any potential CSG mining in Penrith, and will keep up the fight to ensure other councils support their stance...
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enrith Council has taken a tough stand against coal seam gas mining in the local region. Greens Councillor Michelle Tormey had unanimous support from fellow Councillors for a motion to oppose all current and proposed coal seam gas exploration and mining practices anywhere in the Penrith Local Government Area at the last Ordinary Council meeting. The decision was made after a report outlined the possible impacts of coal seam gas mining on the local area, including risks to the water catchment, groundwater, agricultural industries and human health. “I am really happy that my fellow councillors have unanimously opposed coal seam gas mining and exploration,” Cr Tormey said. “Further upstream the Nepean River other Council areas are having serious issues with coal seam gas mining – Camden has seen gas bubbles in the river, so we need to take a stand against this now.” There are over 10 coal seam gas wells in the Penrith LGA, however, most have been decommissioned or are not operational. The latest was ‘Cecil 1’ located at Erskine Park. It was drilled by AGL in 2008 to a depth of over 1,000 metres but they found that the gas reservoirs were poor quality and not viable, so it was rehabilitated in April 2008. Penrith Council will write to the NSW Government and thank them for introducing stricter laws surrounding coal seam gas exploration licences and an exclusion zone of two kilometres from any
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Greens members, including Councillor Michelle Tormey (second from right) are happy with Council’s CSG stance. Photo: Melinda Jane.
urban centre at the request of Councillor Ross Fowler. “We now need to be working with other local councils and support their
opposition,” Cr Tormey said. “We don’t want to make a stand in Penrith, only to fi nd out that activity upstream on the Nepean River is
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City Fail, interest rates, the NDIS and why I’m not a judge here’s a few things floating around this simple mind of mine this week, so let’s tackle as many of them as possible...
Train pain for commuters Monday morning was a nightmare for train travellers with late finishing trackwork causing massive delays right across the network, the latest in a string of problems this year. Gladys Berejiklian was very vocal in opposition about the standard of transport in New South Wales, but it seems it is much easier to fi nger point than it is to fi x the actual problems. In recent months Ms Berejiklian has proudly boasted about new departure screens at CBD stations, mobile phone signal improvements on the City Circle line, and iPhone applications that tell you where your train is. But my favourite was the 543-word diarrhoea-laced press release about new uniforms for rail staff and a “cultural change” when it comes to customer service. Oh please, pull the other one. Here’s a hint: Stop going down the BS path of the previous government, dump the media management, and get people to and from work on time.
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Interest rates The RBA dropped the offic ial interest rate to record lows on Tuesday, saving someone with a $300,000 loan about 50-odd bucks a week. Of course, we don’t really ever look into the “why” side of it – we are just happy to have the extra cash in our pocket. And if you’ve ever tried to get through a report by the RBA Governor, Glenn Stevens, then you’d know why most of us don’t really get into the mechanics behind all of this. The truth is, the RBA wants you to spend the cash you save on your mortgage payments to help stimulate the economy. I get the feeling most of us will be using it to heal some of the ever-growing pain being experienced by rising electricity bills and cost of living pressures; not on buying that extra case of beer.
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Apparently, justice for Kiesha We look to our leaders, no matter in what form, to provide us with the answers we need to whatever issue may be facing us at the time. Last Friday, Justice Megan Latham, who holds an extremely important leadership role in terms of upholding the community’s faith in justice, jailed Robert Smith for his role in six-year-old Kiesha Weippeart’s death in 2010. Justice Latham said that his crimes were among the most serious imaginable of their type. The jail term? A minimum of 12 years. With time already served, Mr Smith will be eligible for release in 2023. He’ll be 43-years-old, and unlike Kiesha, still have plenty of life to live. Justice Latham is a lot smarter and more educated than me. Perhaps that’s why she’s the one handing out such decisions, because, as the stupid one here, I would have done something silly and careless, like give Mr Smith the longest possible sentence for a crime as disgusting as it is horrific. Remarkable, but frightening The incredible and fascinating story of the three US women held captive for a decade has gripped the world this week, but it must be a tough story to watch for the families of missing persons here in Australia and all over the world. It only adds heartbreak and uncertainty for those families still holding on to fading hope.
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The NDIS debacle It was almost a 0-all draw between Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott when it
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he brutal attack on Kingswood teenager, Reece Ridley-Elliot could have ended in a fatality; it was by a stroke of luck that the 18-year-old survived. At about 1.30am on Saturday, April 6, Mr Ridley-Elliot was making his way through the Penrith Panthers Rugby League Club car park when he and an 18-year-old friend were seriously assaulted by two adult men. One the men emerged from some bushes, striking Mr Ridley-Elliot to the ground, as the other man approached him from behind. They then attempted to kick him whilst he was laying unconscious on the ground however his friend tried to protect him. His friend knew that Mr Ridley-Elliot actually lives with a brain condition, benign intracranial hypertension, which means that a blow to a specific part of his head can be fatal. Mr Ridley-Elliot escaped the attack with a broken jaw, split in two places. “It was a pretty vicious attack. For them to try to kick me whist I was down on the ground, it was like they didn’t care what happened to me,” he said. Mr Ridley-Elliot’s attackers evaded police capture but it is hoped that CCTV footage of the incident will help police to identify the men. “If they can get away with doing this to me then why can’t they get away with doing it to someone else; this is what they
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Reece Ridley-Elliot at Panthers, where he was attacked. Inset: CCTV footage of his attackers.
will think,” Mr Ridley-Elliot said. “I’m sorry but they need to pay for what they did to me and for what they put my family through.” Police are appealing for information about the offenders. “Th is was an unprovoked assault that has resulted in some serious injuries to a
young man who was otherwise going about his own business,” said Detective Senior Constable David Bennett. The men depicted in the CCTV images are described as being in their early 20’s, and Pacific Islander or Middle Eastern in appearance. Information can be passed on via Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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String of incidents: Police need your help Continued from page 1 Police and ambulance paramedics were called to the scene, and the 43-year-old customer, suffering swelling and cuts to his face, was taken to hospital. The fi rst offender is described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 185cm tall, of a medium build. At the time of the robbery, he was wearing a grey-coloured hoodedjumper, a black cap, beige pants, and black and white shoes. The second man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 180cm tall with a slim build. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a dark hooded-jumper, dark blue tracksuit pants, and dark-coloured shoes. The third man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, approximately 180cm tall with a medium build. He was wearing a parker-style bomber jacket, with a dark base and white stripes down the sleeves. He also wore grey tracksuit pants, a white or beige beanie and dark shoes. And St Marys detectives are investigating an armed robbery where staff were threatened with a knife and metal pole in broad daylight at Cambridge Park on Monday. Just after Midday, an unknown man entered a business on Oxford Street, threatening staff members with a knife and metal bar, before demanding cash. The man stole an amount of money before fleeing in a dark grey, Toyota Corolla sedan, with black and yellow number plates. No one was injured during the incident. Anyone with information about these incidents is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. More police news: See page 13.
Greens name candidate David Lenton has been preselected as the Greens candidate for Lindsay at the September federal election. Mr Lenton said Lindsay has a lot of potential as one of the major growth centres in Sydney. “The Greens’ track record of achievement is clear,” he said. Mr Lenton previously held a seat on the Board of Trustees at the University of Western Sydney.
Crameri’s concern Better maintenance needed to avoid bad floods
Councillor Kevin Crameri says culverts like this one at Llandilo are dangerously overgrown. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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ouncillor Kevin Crameri has called for better maintenance of drains and culverts in rural areas of Londonderry, Llandilo and Berkshire Park to reduce possible flooding effects. At the last Ordinary Council meeting, a report on the Londonderry floods in the Torkington Road area in January 2012 was presented to Councillors. Cr Crameri said there are a number of overgrown drains in Penrith’s northern suburbs that could be contributing to overland flood ing. “The culvert near the intersection of Sixth Avenue
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Shooting down perceptions As the gun debate rages on worldwide, we find out what fuels the passion
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ay the word ‘guns’ and opinions could not be further divided. There are those in our community who still have fresh in their minds the horror of the Port Arthur Massacre. And the next generation has been exposed to endless media reports from the United States about President Obama’s failure to improve gun laws after the devastating Sandy Hook Elementary massacre last year. Not to mention the State Government debacle over the possibility of allowing shooting in NSW’s National Parks. However, there is certainly a place for shooting in society, as the Weekender’s team of journalists discovered last week. Tucked away in the industrial zone at St Marys is St Marys Indoor Shooting Centre. Here, safety is paramount, sportsmanship is prized and fun is measured by centimetre holes in a piece of cardboard – hardly the stereotype of ‘yahoo’ American gun culture. It was the fi rst time inside a shooting centre for journalists Nathan Taylor and Katherine Tweed, both abuzz with the excitement of trying something different. Ali and Mitch Newbery, with the help of Col Hannan, discussed all the extensive safety procedures of being on a live firing range before distributing ear muffs and leading the team inside. After being shown the ropes on a 0.22 calibre C2 Rifle, Ms Tweed discovered with
coaching from Mr Hannan, she is actually a pretty good shot. And even better with a 1911 model Springfield 9mm handgun! “Being in control of something so powerful and feeling safe whilst doing so was a great feeling,” she said. “I also really enjoyed being half decent at something for once – beating Nathan at his game was something I took a lot of pleasure out of.” Mr Hannan said that it is actually common for women to be exceptional shooters because they are generally more patient. “We fi nd that plenty of women are actually great shooters on their fi rst time as they are easy to teach and stay calmer,” he said. Mr Taylor found the experience equally enjoyable. “The safety precautions were of the highest standard and not once did I feel in danger or that something would go wrong,” he said. “The instructors at St Marys Shooting Centre are all experienced professionals and were excellent in teaching what there was to know and how to shoot safely.” Ms Tweed added that her own perceptions had completely changed about guns. “Before going there, I, like many, thought of guns as violent weapons that could be used for nothing other than harm but I know now that this is not the case,” she said. “Shooting is a sport and the range is about bettering your own ability,
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perfecting your talents. The people who were there at the facility did not view their guns as weapons, to them it is the possession that fuels their passion. The y know their gun like my boyfriend knows his car, it is almost like a relationship – there is nothing violent about it whatsoever. They treat the sport, their passion, with respect.” According to Diana Melham, Executive Director of the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia NSW, people completely reverse their perceptions of shooting once they try the sport for themselves.
“Letting people come out to the Range and try the sport for themselves is defi nitely the best way to get rid of that negative stigma that is associated with the sport,” she said. “Th is is a very safe sport. In fact, it is one of the safest sports you can participate in.” The demographic of shooters is rapidly changing, too. “Recently we have noticed an increase in the number of families who come out to the Range,” she said. “There used to be a perception that the shooting sports were only for older men, but that’s defi nitely changing.”
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Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Roads Regulation 2008, notice is hereby given that an application has been received for the naming of the following road/s.
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Written submissions on the proposed names may be made to Penrith City Council by 10 June 2013. For further information please contact Mrs Cindye Russell on 4732 7617.
Development Applications – Electronic Housing Code (EHC) now available for Penrith From 6 May, Penrith City Council will be introducing a new online system for lodging complying development applications under the NSW Housing Code, making it easier, and quicker, for people to build their new home or additions.
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If you wish to make a submission on the Planning Proposal, please do so by Friday, 5 July 2013. Letters should be marked attention to the City Planning Team and sent to: The General Manager, Penrith City Council, PO Box 60, Penrith 2751.
DEVELOPMENT CONSENT/S DETERMINED Pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council. Details of these determinations are available for public inspection free-of-charge during Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith.
Approved Development Applications s Naji Hassoun
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The Electronic Housing Code is an initiative of the NSW Department of Planning & Infrastructure and has been designed to fast-track and simplify approvals for complying development applications on lots which are 200 sqm and above. Once you’ve investigated and if your proposal is eligible, you can use the system to prepare, lodge and track your application online anytime – without having to visit or call Council.
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Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council.
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Council wants to hear your views on the Planning Proposal for Stage 2 of the City-wide LEP. The Planning Proposal, maps and supporting documents will be on exhibition from Monday, 13 May to Friday, 5 July 2013. The City-wide LEP is being delivered in two stages. Stage 1 of the LEP, known as Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010, is already complete and took effect in 2010. Stage 1 covered Penrith’s rural and industrial areas, St Marys Town Centre and Penrith’s heritage items and places. Stage 2 of the LEP covers Penrith’s urban areas and will replace all existing planning documents by translating them into the New South Wales Government’s Standard Template for LEPs. Stage 2 also makes the next five years of anticipated urban growth possible by setting planning controls to deliver new homes and jobs in and around Penrith City Centre, St Marys Town Centre and Kingswood. Viewing the Planning Proposal The Planning Proposal, maps and supporting documents will be exhibited from Monday, 13 May to Friday, 5 July 2013 at Penrith Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. The Civic Centre is open Monday to Friday between 8.30am–4pm.
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The above development determination/s may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Officers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.
Planning Proposal for Penrith Local Environmental Plan (LEP)
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Lot 8 DP 1049319 (No. 32) Persoonia Avenue, Agnes Banks Torrens title subdivison 4 lots The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the NSW Rural Fire Service – Rural Fires Act 1997. The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 13 May 2013 to 27 May 2013. Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA13/0364. For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Hannah Van De Werff on 4732 7714. Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au
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CELEBRATE THE CROSSING WITH US 2013 marks the Bicentenary of the ďŹ rst successful European crossing of the Blue Mountains by explorers Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson. Join in the celebrations at the following free events:
CONTACT US ADMINISTRATION Penrith OfďŹ ce Civic Centre, 601 High Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. St Marys OfďŹ ce Queen Street Centre, 207–209 Queen Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. Switchboard Open: 8.30am–5pm. Mon–Fri. P: (02) 4732 7777 F: (02) 4732 7958 Write to: PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751. E: pencit@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au
SERVICES Waste Hotline: Freecall 1800 734 735 Illegal Dumping: Contact the EPA hotline on 131 555 and ask for the RID Squad (Regional Illegal Dumping Squad). GrafďŹ ti Hotline: Freecall 1800 022 182
MEETING DATES Council Meetings 13 May 2013 – 7.30pm (Policy Review Committee) 27 May 2013 – 7.30pm (Ordinary meeting)
Breakfast and commencement of the Blue Mountains Crossing re-enactment treks at the site of Blaxland’s farm. Featuring Jack Thompson. s 3ATURDAY -AY n PM Clocktower Memorial, Memorial Avenue, Penrith Unveiling of a new plaque on the existing memorial that was dedicated to the crossing in 1938. Afternoon tea will be served. s 3UNDAY -AY n AM Mamre House, St Marys Historical Festival, interactive activities, family entertainment and historical demonstrations. Farm and Cumberland Plains walking tours. s 3ATURDAY -AY n AM Melrose Hall, Emu Plains Morning tea and local historical commemorations, research your family tree and historical walking tours. s 3UNDAY -AY William Cox Open Day – Arms of Australia Inn, Emu Plains Historical Festival celebrating local colonial history.
COUNCIL BRIEFS s There’ll be fun free activities including a jumping castle, face painting, art and crafts and a sausage sizzle at a Family Fun Day being held in the park on Tobruk and Warrego Street in North St Marys on Saturday, 18 May between 10.30am and 2.30pm. Everyone is urged to come along, enjoy the free entertainment and give their opinion on the proposed refurbishment of the park. It’s all thanks to Penrith City Council’s Neighbourhood Renewal Team and the North St Marys Neighbourhood Centre. Call Simone on 9673 3908 for more information. s Council has placed on public exhibition the draft Penrith Community Plan, which identiďŹ es and reects the community’s long term aspirations for the City. Council strongly encourages people to view and comment on the draft plan during the exhibition period to 31 May. You can view the draft plans online at www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au and at Council’s Civic Centre and Penrith Library or St Marys Council ofďŹ ces and St Marys Library. s The Electronic Housing Code online portal offers faster and simpler approval at your ďŹ ngertips for complying development in the Penrith area. Visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au and follow the links. Type in your address and you can check planning controls for your property. Subject to these controls, if your proposed development complies with the criteria, you can seek feedback from Council and apply for a complying development certiďŹ cate from Council or a private certiďŹ er. This fast-tracks the approval process to about 10 days.
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Councillors divided over plan Concern over tolls and final Sydney CBD link clouds support for West Connex
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he State Government’s proposal to build the West Connex has divided Councillors, with some going so far as to suggest funds for an M4 extension would be better spent elsewhere. A report to Councillors at the request of Prue Car detailed the current proposal; how it will save western Sydney motorists 22 minutes in travelling to the city, but fails to provide a fi nal link to the city. Cr Car tried to move a recommendation that Council reaffi rm its opposition to tolls and that the M4 should go all the way to the Sydney CBD but was unsuccessful. “Th is report is of great significance to the residents of the Penrith LGA. 60 per cent of residents travel outside the LGA to work so the missing link between the CBD and M4 is important and really needs to be addressed,” she said. “But the current proposal by the State Government doesn’t address this missing link so what’s the point of spending billions on something that doesn’t address the key concern? “My concern is that not only does it not go to the CBD but there is also the potential of tolls on the roads that we currently travel on for free. It’s always the people of western Sydney who have to put up with tolls.” Cr Ross Fowler gave Councillors a “small history lesson” on the history of the M4 extension. “The land for the link was once owned
Penrith Councillor, Prue Car, is concerned that roads currently free will have a toll in the future because of the West Connex. Photo: Melinda Jane.
by the State Government, then someone in their wisdom sold the corridor that was reserved for the extension,” he said. Cr Fowler said he would actually prefer the funds to be spent on developing local jobs than the extension to the city. “I would rather see that money spent on western Sydney. What we should be doing
is not promoting living in Penrith and working in the city, but living and working in Penrith so I really can’t support the M4 extension as proposed by Prue Car,” he said. However, Cr Karen McKeown argued that not everyone has the opportunity to work where they live and that the road is a
necessity. “As someone who does travel to the city for work, which I do by train; I would really love to work in Penrith but it is not a luxury I have at this present time,” she said. Council’s current stance remains that they are opposed to tolls on the State Government’s West Connex.
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know I’m off the election subject this week, but as a political reporter on television, I thought this was an interesting issue to tackle. Last week veteran male journalist Geoffery Barker wrote a column about the state of TV news, entitled ‘Switch off the TV babes for some real news – talentless pert-breasted reporters don’t know the world, let alone journalism’. Th roughout the article, female TV journalists were described as: “blondes.... with arctic white teeth, their breasts pert and perky”, “post pubescent babes with their empty chatter” that got their jobs through “mickey-mouse diplomas” with “narcissistic personalities and egos bigger than Tokyo”. Wow! You can imagine the reaction all that attracted. On Twitter, the online equivalent of a lynch mob was unleashed. Every post seemed to be synchronised in outrage. Various counter columns flowed and Geoff rey Barker’s name could no longer be
tweeted or said without various profanities following. The generalisation of the article was offensive – but so was the response. I think I’m going to get slammed here for breaking away from ‘the sisterhood’, but here it goes... Th is experienced journalist was lamenting the state of commercial news – and the broader point of his column was completely missed by feminists, blinded by outrage, who howled him down. Barker was wrong to just attack pretty females – there are plenty of ugly journalists, of the male variety too, that are also quite rubbish as well. But he has a point when he says some of them are there just for their aesthetic x-factor. There are a small minority that just shouldn’t be called journalists. The “pert breasted reporters” do work hard, you wouldn’t survive in the TV industry if you didn’t. But some are just not believable – they rely on other journalists asking the right questions in
media conferences and usually a good producer to get them through. To deny the existence of pretty blondes on TV, who don’t have much more than a well-rehearsed delivery, is naive. Some people do make it based on their sex appeal – but maybe that says more about the audience than it does anything else. The self righteous people who selectively reduced Mr Barker’s opinion piece down to little more than an attack on blondes with good boobs, were wrong. The accusation of sexism is bandied around too much. I’ve rarely encountered it in my workplace and most men I know just don’t see a female/male divide. When you can no longer pay a compliment to a woman for looking nice, that will be a very sad day. It feels like we’re getting close. What are your thoughts? Send an email to news@westernweekender.com. au or leave your opinion on Twitter. Find us @wwpenrith.
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Police swoop on business: Fines handed out On the afternoon of Friday, May 3, the Gangs Squad’s Strike Force Raptor and NSW Fair Trading inspected a car repair business on Phillip Street, Kingswood, which has links with the Rebels outlaw motorcycle gang. Two men were seen running from the premises and Strike Force Raptor offic ers immediately stopped them and searched them. Police allege that 24 grams of methylamphetamine, ‘ice’, was found on one of the men, a 24-year-old associate of the Rebels, who was charged with “supply/possess prohibited drug greater than an indictable quantity”. He was granted conditional bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on May 27. A search of the business was undertaken with the Police Dog Unit locating drug paraphernalia and amphetamine-type substances. The 27-year-old owner of the business, a senior member of the Rebels, was issued two $330 infringement notices for signage offences, and a 56-year-old man was issued a $5,500 fi ne for operating unlicensed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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t Marys Local Area Command welcomed three new police officers this week to their ranks. Probationary Constables Mac Tamruksa, Elise Cause and Delani Sibanda were warmly welcomed at St Marys on Tuesday. Within hours of fi rst stepping through the doors, the new recruits were split up and taken out in car crews, visiting the scene of a number of different incidents. The new recruits will spend the next three months observing fellow officers in their different roles and after that will begin to take on the role head first.
“We have been watching what they do; how they stand and what they write in their notebook and what they put on the computer events. Just mainly watching them and seeing what they do,” Constable Cause said. “I am looking forward to getting my hands dirty for the fi rst time, even getting physical with someone.” After completing their training the offic ers will eventually be able to diversify into different areas. “I want to try to end up in the air wing, working with aircraft,” Constable Tamruksa said. “I am looking forward to going into the dog squad. It is a challenging environment and I appreciate the way they gel with the dogs,” Constable Sibanda said.
At about 10pm on Friday, May 3, police responded to reports of two men fighting at Westmead Railway Station. The two men were separated and one of the men, a 21-year-old from St Marys was arrested. As police were leading him away, it is alleged that he spat into the face of one of the officers. He was then taken to Merrylands Police Station and charged with assaulting police, resisting arrest, aff ray, assault and malicious damage. He has been refused bail and appeared in Parramatta Bail Court the following day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Kart chaos: Injuries after Castlereagh incident At about 3.15pm on Sunday, May 5, a 17-year-old female from Windsor Downs and a 51-year-old Eschol Park male were participating in an organised go-kart race at Rickards Road, Castlereagh. As they approached the fi rst turn, the 17-year-old attempted to overtake the 51-year-old’s cart but lost control. The kart lost traction and skidded into the other kart. The 51-year-old sustained minor bruising and the 17-year-old complained of back and thigh injuries. Paramedics and police attended the scene. The 17-year-old was taken to hospital for precautionary treatment.
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JULIA GILLARD Responding to the big issues
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here is a choice when it comes to how you confront the big challenges. And I can tell you there has been no shortage of those big calls in the last few years – the most turbulent period in the global economy in the last 80 years. Whenever we’re up against these big calls, our response is overwhelmingly governed by jobs and growth. By always putting jobs fi rst, we have got the big calls right, which have kept this country from recession. By always putting jobs fi rst, we have a job creation record which is quite simply the envy of the world. By always putting jobs fi rst, we kept this nation from recession and avoided the skills destruction that occurs when your unemployment queue is through and out the door. It is true that once again we have to make some difficult decisions in this Budget. But we will once again choose jobs. We will make the decisions and wise investments that will set this country up for the future. Look no further than our National Plan for School Improvement that will be a huge driver of economic growth and jobs in this the Asian Century, or the National Broadband Network. We have a choice – a choice between protecting jobs and making the smart investments for the future, or taking an
axe to the economy by making savage cuts to basic services to return to surplus a little faster. We’ve seen what’s happened overseas when governments have cut too hard – unemployment queues miles long, economies grinding to a halt. If we cut to the bone like Tony Abbott wants us to, it wouldn’t just mean tens of thousands of jobs gone, it would risk driving the economy into the ground. Supporting jobs and growth means it will take a little longer to return to surplus, but we’ll keep making responsible savings to pay for the smart investments we need for the future. We will have full coverage of the Federal Budget in next week’s edition of the Weekender plus any major developments on our website at www. westernweekender.com.au.
TONY ABBOTT NDIS should not be about politics
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have written in recent columns about the Pollie Pedal bike ride that I participated in last week. As you may have seen in the news, the ride fi nished in Geelong, Victoria, last Sunday. We rode from Adelaide and completed the 1,000 kilometre journey whilst raising money for Carers Australia. It was a great ride for a great cause and I was honoured to be part of it once again this year. Obviously, there was a lot of interest in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in the communities we visited and, plainly, I would not have ridden more than 1,000 kilometres to support Carers Australia if I wasn’t fair dinkum about the NDIS. The Coalition has supported this scheme every step of the way. When the Productivity Commission inquiry was announced, we welcomed
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it. When the Productivity Commission recommendations came out, we welcomed them. When the government made money available in last year’s Budget, we supported that. We want this scheme to come into being as soon as possible because we want millions of vulnerable Australians to have the security and the reassurance that they deserve. I have been calling from the beginning for a bipartisan approach to the implementation of the NDIS. That’s why we’ve been saying for well over a year now there should be a bipartisan committee to steer this thing through the three terms of parliament and manage it across the nine separate governments that are necessary for the scheme to become a reality. My assurance to the people of Australia is that as far as I am concerned it will be a scheme for all Australians. It will be a product of all Australians. It shouldn’t be owned by either side of politics. It should be owned by the whole of the Parliament and that is why I want it to come before the Parliament as quickly as possible. You can still donate to the Pollie Pedal and Carers Australia at their website: http://carersaustralia.com.au/ get-involved/donate.
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Setting the record straight In last week’s Western Weekender, Miles Anderson from Emu Plains noted that Federal Liberal candidate Fiona Scott is a member of Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce (Dear Weekender, Western Weekender May 3). That is not factual. Fiona is not a fi nancial member of our organisation, nor has been for a number of years. Our 86-year-old Chamber remains a staunchly apolitical memberbased organisation fiercely proud if its independence. We will and do lobby all sides of the political arena at every level, on business related issues impacting and impeding the growth and prosperity of our business and wider community in this region. Our annual, member elected Executive committee ensures the administration and management of the Chamber continues to focus on opportunities to seek improvement for legislative commonsense, which will in turn help secure long term benefits for both employers and employees. Business owners and operators are the ones who have put their hands deep into their own pockets to contribute to the sustainable future of this region. Any governments legislating laws which result in unsustainable business practices will not help any of us. Any local candidates, whichever the Party they represent, must be ever mindful of how their policies will
impact businesses across the board. Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce will continue to evaluate all policies from all parties purely to determine from a business perspective only, how our members may be affected. It is entirely up to each and every Chamber member to make up their own minds on polling day, who they support and why. Jill Woods, CEO Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking pain Our company regularly considers a move to Richmond due to the lack of suitable parking in the Penrith CBD (Plan to slash parking times, Western Weekender May 3). Does Council want to attract businesses to the area and boost economic activity? Its approach to parking suggests no. Businesses like ours will get fed up with parking fi nes and just move on. James Bishop, via email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shuttle could solve problems I work in Penrith two days per week and I don’t think it is unrealistic to be able to park close to the CBD for at least two if not three hours before having to move my car. All along I have suggested a parking area outside the immediate CBD with a frequent shuttle. Tracey Gray, via Facebook
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t’s a scary thought, but before they’ve even left home many young drinkers are already blind drunk. It’s a dangerous trend that the experts call “preloading”. The statistics are damning – some people are drinking up to 25 standard drinks before they go out. I’ve spent a number of nights this year out fi lming in pubs and clubs interviewing young people about their consumption of alcohol. On one particular night, nine out of 10 partygoers confi rmed they’d already consumed alcohol at their own house, or at a friend’s place. Out of those that admitted to preloading, a staggering 60 per cent admitted to drinking more than six standard drinks. Keep in mind national guidelines say that women should have no more than four and men no more than six standard drinks in one night. One big argument from those who preload is that it saves them money. When you can buy a bottle of wine from the local liquor store and it costs the same as a bottle of sparkling water, then that’s a problem. Finances aside, there’s a bigger cultural concern: more and more young Australians are looking to fi nd confidence at the bottom of a bottle. They say walking
into a pub or a club already intoxicated means that they feel uninhibited and that their insecurities simply fade away. But what we know is this: if a person preloads they’re twice as likely to get into trouble – whether that’s trouble with the law, having an accident or becoming the victim of an assault. And these are just the short term effects of an alcohol binge. The culture of drinking to excess is unfortunately one that’s not going to just die down. And while the owners of pubs and clubs increase the prices of their beverages and enforce lockout times, these things are just band-aid solutions if people are already drunk before they’ve even walked out their front door. The experts say that attitudes to alcohol are shaped at home – if mum and dad condone drinking to excess and provide an environment where it’s accepted, then no wonder our younger generation think it’s okay. So I urge you, talk to your kids about drinking. Have an awkward or potentially heated conversation at home – rather than an even harder one in emergency.
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special room in Nepean Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is set to put a smile on the faces of local families going through diffic ult times. The new Ronald McDonald Family Room, which has been in the works for years, was officially opened on Monday as a haven for parents and families of sick babies being cared for in the NICU. The brightly coloured, homely Family Room contains two bedrooms with ensuites, a kitchen, lounge room, dining room and play areas as well as designated quiet rooms for when mums need some time out to breastfeed or even relax with a good book. “It’s really nice to have somewhere nice for parents to be. It’s so stressful and I know that some NIC Units don’t have good parent areas and I think we are very fortunate to have the area that we have now,� Dr Lyn Downe, Director of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, said. “It will be really great to have volunteers in there to actually help these parents.� The completed room is the result of the seamless work between local businesses, local McDonald’s franchisees, the Ronald McDonald House Charity and the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District. As someone who has had personal involvement with the NICU, when his daughter spent 136 days in intensive care after her birth, local McDonald’s franchisee, Ian Garton could immediately
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see the benefits of a Family Room. “When I go into the Nepean Family Room, it feels a little bit to me like an oasis where some of the cares are removed from the shoulders of people, who I know from experience, are going through a very, very difficult time,� he said. McDonald’s Australia Chief Executive
Officer, Catriona Noble, said that is what the charity aims to do. “That’s what our houses and family rooms are all about; making people feel that there is that love and support there in a very difficult time,� she said. NSW Minister for Health, Jillian Skinner, officially opened the room,
calling it a “special place� for families to call their own. “You can see the compassion, passion, support and value of the work done in the NICU,� she said. The Family Room will continue to be funded by donations to the Ronald McDonald House Charity.
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new pride and joy. “I set up the new TV in our second lounge room upstairs and the kids love watching their shows and movies in 3D,� he said. “We’re at Penrith Homemaker Centre nearly every weekend shopping for a range of things, so I’m just so happy my entries paid off.� Mr Luczak gets a another chance to win big, with his entry to be included in the major draw to win a $50,000 prize. One lucky winner will take it all home on May 31. Mr Luczak purchased his items for the draw from Chemist Warehouse and JB Hi-Fi where he bought a handy cam for an upcoming cruise.
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he Nepean After Hours GP Clinic has been offering after-hours care to Penrith residents for the past six years. However, as demand for after-hours health care continues to growth, few residents realise that local services like Blooms The Chemist on High Street are changing their hours to meet the needs of residents. The Clinic, which is run as a joint initiative of Nepean Hospital and Nepean-Blue Mountains Medicare Local, sees an average of 5,000 patients each year when their regular GPs are not available in the after-hour period. “The aim of the Clinic is not to replace regular GPs, and patients are encouraged to attend their usual doctors for ongoing follow-up care and consultations,” explained Chair of the Nepean-Blue Mountains Medicare Local, Dr Shiva Prakash. “Research was undertaken in 2008 by the University of Western Sydney in regard to patient access to the Nepean After Hours GP Clinic. The fi ndings of the research indicated that the majority of patients do not attend the After Hours clinic as a replacement for their regular GP.” Th is suggests that more people are simply requiring after-hours services, a trend that Blooms The Chemist Penrith owner, Jan Bardsley-Smith has witnessed. “Certainly due to people’s lifestyles
LEP on display The second stage of Council’s Local Environmental Plan (LEP) is on display from Monday, May 13 to Friday, July 5. Th is is an important document for our City as it guides future development, and makes the next five years of anticipated urban growth possible and manageable. For me, the most exciting aspect of this document is its potential to facilitate the creation of much needed jobs in the Penrith Health and Education Precinct, and tourism and hospitality opportunities in the Riverlink Precinct. For the majority of residents, there will be no change to the zoning of their properties; however the title of the zone will change to match the NSW Government’s Standard Template for LEPs. A new online mapping system, available through Council’s website, will help make it easier to search for zoning information related to land or property. Council staff will also be available to answer questions. If you wish to make a submission, please do so by post, email or in person by Friday, July 5, 2013.
The staff at Blooms The Chemist on High Street. Photo: Melinda Jane.
there are more people requiring afterhours services,” she said. “Our professional team of pharmacists often provide medical advice to people who come after work or after their GP has closed.” When the Nepean After Hours GP Clinic opened, Blooms Chemist on High Street extended their operating hours to support the clinic. “We are open until midnight every day
of the year,” Ms Bardsley-Smith said. “And when the demand is there we will become the fi rst 24-hour chemist in Penrith... as the area grows there will most certainly be demand.” The After Hours GP Clinic is open until midnight Monday through to Saturday and until 10pm on Sundays. If the After Hours Clinic is closed, people are encouraged to call the National GP helpline on 1800 022 022.
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To celebrate the opening of our new Outdoor Fitness Area, we are offering free access to the health club every Monday in May! May 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th.
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ANZAC grants Federal Member for Lindsay, David Bradbury, has announced that local projects to commemorate the ANZAC Centenary in 2015 would be able to share in $100,000 in federal funding grants. Between 2014 and 2018 Australia will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the First World War. “The Federal Labor Government is providing $100,000 in funding grants for our local community to commemorate the service and the sacrifices made by the ANZACs,” Mr Bradbury said. “Th is is a great opportunity for our local community to come together and celebrate the contribution made by all Australians who have served in our armed forces.” More information on the ANZAC Centenary, including local grants, is available at www.anzaccentenary.gov.au.
Success story Federal Member for Lindsay, David Bradbury, met this week with one of the recent success stories of the Construction Futures program, 18-year-old Michael Snook, who has secured an electrical apprenticeship with the Hix Group. The Construction Futures program is funded by the Federal Labor Government and coordinated by Lend Lease through their Skilling & Employment office. It is aimed at giving local young people a pathway into construction industry apprenticeships. Mr Bradbury said this is a great example of the Government working with local employers to ensure more local residents are trained and employed locally.
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angerous tyre spikes have been discovered on a rural track in Londonderry. The “brutal device” was staked into the ground on a track that is regularly used by walkers, horseriders and as an access route to nearby bushland. Ranger coordinator, Noel Fuller, said that the spikes were discovered after two tyres on a Council vehicle were punctured. “In this instance a Ranger punctured two tyres on his vehicle but it could have been a lot worse if a person or horse stepped on the spikes,” he said. “If a motorbike rider hit one their tyre could blow out and they’d potentially lose control of their bike, which could be fatal. “We don’t know when it was put there or why someone would do it, but the spikes are extremely sharp and the potential to do serious damage or harm is very real.” Rangers regularly patrol the tracks in rural areas. “A well meaning resident may have made them to try and stop people dumping in bushland or riding trailbikes but there are better, safer ways to deal with these issues,” Mr Fuller said. Penrith Police have been notified about the spikes and say criminal charges could be laid if a culprit was identified. Anyone with information about the spikes can contact Police.
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Drink driving offenc es: Penrith Local Court dealt with a number of low range drink driving offences this week. A 60-year-old from South Penrith was fi ned $400 and $83 court costs and had his licence disqualified for three months after he was caught driving with a low range PCA of 0.072. The man worked as a courier and asked to keep his licence but the court ruled that the more a person requires a driving licence the greater the onus is on them to be responsible on the roads. A 75-year-old man from Penrith was fi ned $200 and $83 for the same offence of driving with a low range PCA. A third man who had previously been caught drink driving with a mid range PCA in 2011 was again caught this year with a low range PCA. The court disqualified him from driving for six months and fi ned him $400 with $83 court costs.
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Costly kebab: A man has plead guilty to damaging a counter at a kebab shop in Coffs Harbour. The Penrth local was visiting Coffs Harbour with his girlfriend and friends when they went into the Coff s Harbour Hotel and consumed a few drinks. They then left the hotel at about 11.30pm and went to a local kebab shop. The man said that the shop attendant was rude and said offensive things, so after fi nishing his meal he voiced his concern. The man said that he turned to walk away and hit the counter, his hand breaking the glass. Two off duty police officers witnessed the incident and arrested the man. The court ordered him to pay a fi ne of $600 plus $83 court costs and put the man on a Section 9 good behaviour bond for 12 months. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bail refused over old sex assault case: A 47-year-old man appeared before Penrith Local Court again on Friday May 3, charged with the historic sexual assault of a woman in St Marys. He was extradited from South Australia on Friday, February 8, after being linked by DNA to a serious sexual offence that was committed in St Marys in 1993. The case, where a female was walking home along Saddington Street in St Marys and was allegedly attacked by a complete stranger, was re-opened as a ‘cold case’ after improvements in DNA reading allowed for the case to be re-visited. The man was formally refused bail and will appear back in court on May 31.
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ccording to an annual report from 2012, published by PainAustralia, one in five Australians (including adolescents & children), lives with chronic pain. An earlier study in 2007 revealed that 3.2 million Australians live with chronic pain and is projected to increase to 5.0 million by the year 2050. As we know with pain, the impact is enormous. As the statistics above show, there are quite a few of us living our lives with some continuing level of pain. Sore joints from Arthritis, Lower Back Pain stiffness, constant headaches and migraines, etc. What s even more concerning is the Psycho-Social impact that chronic pain could have. It interferes with our daily life with either our daily activities or through work. It impacts on the quality of life. It may lead to further serious health issues such as depression or other mood disorders. As you would expect, many of us in pain would reach for medications such as analgesics (painkillers). Medications such as Paracetamol (Panadol), Codeine with Paracetamol (Panadeine), Ibuprofen (Nurofen) and Aspirin (Disprin) are all commonly prescribed or bought off the shelf to try and relieve us of pain. However, for those in chronic pain, taking such medications long term could have potential (and sometimes deadly) side effects.
TURMERIC: Normally when we think of turmeric, we think about the wonderful spice that gives curry its distinct colour and contributes to the flavour. Well now you can think about its anti-inflammatory activity! Turmeric contains a substance called Curcumin, which is the main substance that gives Turmeric its colour. What s really exciting about Curcuminthough is that it possesses amazing health benefits with actions such as antiinflammatory, antioxidant and anti-arthritic. Several studies have now been published, which shows its effectiveness in relieving the symptoms of both Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis and Enlarged Prostate. One important feature to the effectiveness of Turmeric is the ability of the body to absorb Curcumin, which is normally poorly absorbed. Studies now confirm that Curcumin that s contained within a special matrix called Curcuminoid Phospholipid Complex (CPC) is far more readily absorbed by the body, thus increasing the success of effectiveness. Phospholipid compounds are normally found within our cell membranes
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planned a day out featuring performers, bands, displays, stalls, children’s entertainment, raffle prizes, an Aussie Meat Pie eating competition and much more. It’ll be held on May 11. “Th is is a team effort. We really want to make this day so special, for a very special need, so please come along, invite your family and friends, all are welcome and let’s show that we are a community that cares,” she said. The festivities will take place on the Village Green at Central Close, Ropes Crossing. For information contact Ms Ellery on mishhamm@hotmail.com.
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avid Moore is the friendly face that welcomes patrons to the Penrith RSL, but regular visitors may have noted Mr Moore’s absence from the front desk of late. Mr Moore suffered a heart attack whilst working at the Penrith RSL on ANZAC Day and has been at home recovering. The long term employee of the club, however, has expressed his thanks to the people who saved his life and those patrons who have shown great sympathy. “As I remember it, I had been on a break and was talking to the two police offic ers who regularly stop by the Penrith RSL – Sergeant Kerry Smith and Donna,” he said. “All of a sudden I collapsed and I am told that they started performing CPR and called for a defibrillator. And I think of them every day because my chest is still very sore – but they saved my life and I cannot say how grateful I am. “They brought me back once, before the paramedics arrived, and then I was taken to Nepean Hospital in a coma. “If I had been at home, if I had been anywhere else I would have been dead.” Mr Moore said he is also humbled by the amount of support he has received from the club and the local community. “Even this week, I went for my fi rst walk unassisted to the shops and I was stopped four times by people who recognised me or wondered what had happened,” he said. “There are some real human beings out
Penrith RSL employee David Moore suffered a heart attack while at work on ANZAC Day. Photo: Melinda Jane.
there – people who are so kind.” Mr Moore said he will be resting at home for two months before he can hopefully return to work at the RSL.
Commander of Penrith LAC, Ben Feszczuk, said he was very proud of Sgt Smith and Senior Constable Donna Tricot. “As police, many of us would say that we
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echanical Technology students at Penrith Christian School are in for a surprise this term after Subaru donated half a car to help with their hands-on learning. That’s right, half. “Subaru had a car that was cut in half for training purposes but was going to dispose of it,” explained Vocational Education and Careers Coordinator, Mike Geeves. “One of the parents at the school works
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The Ozwac Board would like to acknowledge and thank all of our continued supporters and sponsors for making this year’s Roaring 20’s Charity Ball on 4 May 2013 a great success. Thankyou for helping us to raise more than $42,000 for much needed research into Women & Children’s health… We particularly thank Panthers World of Entertainment for providing the venue and Kelly + Partners for their major sponsorship, along with our corporate sponsors and those who kindly donated prizes, made donations and attended on the night .
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olunteer Norma Nolan has been recognised for her contribution to the local children’s charity Lifestart with a National Volunteers Award. It was presented on Tuesday to Ms Nolan by Federal Member for Lindsay, David Bradbury at Lifestart’s centre in St Marys. Lifestart provides early intervention services to children with additional needs.
Ms Nolan’s involvement with Lifestart dates back to 2006, after her son Joshua was diagnosed with Autism. Her contributions since then have ranged from starting a support group for parents, to fundraising and providing a sympathetic ear to other parents. “I do it from my heart, I do it for the kids. The staff here are fantastic and we’re such great support for each other, ” Ms Nolan said. “If you look at what Norma has done here at Lifestart, she is not just putting in hours, she is helping to change the lives of young people,” Mr Bradbury said.
Staff at St George in Westfield are collecting food for the homeless. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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s winter encroaches, the Penrith Community Kitchen fi nds itself in greater need of food to support the homeless. St George Bank at Penrith Westfield are starting a drive for canned food that the Penrith Community Kitchen can stock over winter. Penrith Community Kitchen with the support of volunteers, local businesses and community groups is dedicated to providing nourishing meals for the
homeless, low income families, street kids and the disadvantaged. Branch Manager, Michelle Cooper, said: “I would like to do a canned food drive for the Penrith Community Kitchen, where the Penrith community can donate a can of food by coming into our branch to drop off the goods”. The branch is looking to collect canned soup, tomatoes, vegetables and fruit, tins of tuna and salmon, tins of beans that are not baked, packets of long life milk and custard, rice and pasta, tea and coffee. St George Bank is located at shop 64, Westfield Penrith.
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Kids take top job Students from all over Australia are being given the chance to take on the top job at their school – for a day – as part of a campaign to raise the profi le and appreciation of school leadership. A new national program ‘Student Principal for a Day’ will see one student from each participating school switching places with the principal. The program – coordinated by Principals Australia Institute – will allow primary and secondary students to take part in a number of leadership opportunities and contribute to a national online conversation about issues relevant to students. A variety of hands-on tasks for the honorary principal may include holding an assembly, joining in a staff meeting, or visiting classrooms. The event will be held in June.
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NRMA opened its new MotorServe facility in Penrith on Wednesday. Photo: Melinda Jane.
discounts over the last three years,” Mr Bentham said. “It all adds up to a world class car service experience for members in the Penrith area.” General Manager of Retail and Motoring, Gary Campbell, said customers will no longer have to worry about what
mechanics are doing to their vehicle behind closed doors. “In every one of our stores we have a customer lounge with a glass window so you can see inside the workshop. That level of transparency is something that’s not right across the automotive industry,” Mr Campbell said.
National Law Week is an annual event aimed at increasing public awareness about the law, the legal system as well as showing the community what legal services are available to them. Th is year, the Penrith event is being held on Wednesday, May 15 from 10am to 2pm on the corner of Henry and Station Streets, Penrith, opposite Westfield Penrith Plaza. “Law Week gives us a chance to work with our partners and make sure that people in the community fi nd out more about our services,” CEO of Legal Aid NSW Bill Grant said. Research shows that about half the population in NSW had a legal problem in the last year.
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Relax after a busy week with Tai Chi classes at Tench Reserve from 9am on Sundays. For details give Guuan a call on 0407 522 886
St Mar ys Sout h Public School is hold ing thei r fi rst ever school fete on Aug ust 31. Anyone interested in havi ng a stall shou ld call 0430 481 771
The Bicenten nial Wal k through High Street, as well as markets, will be held on Satu rday. Lots of music, activ ities and more
The Penr ith Pant hers play the Melbourne Stor m this Sunday at 6.30pm. Games from 2.20pm. The matches are at Centrebet Stad ium.
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Women who are seniors gather at the Nepean Com mun ity Neig hbou rhood Centre on Thursdays from 10am. For deta ils call 4729 0442
The Mot her’s Day Classic Regional Wal k will take place at Tench Reserve on Sunday from 8.30am. Nice way to spend the mor ning with mum
The annual Wer ring ton Fest ival is to be held on May 19. Free fam ily fun and entertain ment including pony rides. 9673 6133 for deta ils
Penrith locals are being encouraged to take part in the Rock ‘n’ Soul choir at Rouse Hill on Thursdays. To fi nd out more call 0431 200 500 and get rockin’
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Show mum your love Warragamba Markets commencing Mothers Day Sunday 12th May 2013
Bring mum and the whole family along for a family fun day and enjoy the rural atmosphere and entertainment for the whole family. Hours are 9am till 2pm, hope to see you there.
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There’s lots of ways to keep mum smiling on Mother’s Day
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here’s so much pressure every year to fi nd your mum the perfect gift for Mother’s Day, and sometimes people end up spending a fortune trying to please mum. But what about the young ones at home, the kids, who can’t afford to buy mum a present at all? Well, we’ve compiled a collection of free, thoughtful gift ideas that will leave mum with the biggest smile on her dial. Dads, we’re going to need your help on this though. Round up the kids and have them clean up the house. Mums spend most of their spare time doing all the cleaning, vacuuming and laundry, so it’s about time she took a day off from all the household chores. Another great option is to get the little ones to assist preparing the family dinner and then get them to wash up afterwards. Most mums can’t stand cooking every night, so why not give her the evening off? Peace and quiet at home is always a simple but effective idea. Get dad to take the kids out for the day so mum can relax at home with a good book, child free. Why not take them to the park and let mum relax by the pool at home, or even let her have a girl’s night out with her friends? But perhaps the simplest gift idea of all is: give mum the TV remote for the day… she’ll love you for life. But don’t forget the most important gift this Mother’s Day: Tell your mum that you love her.
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Breakfast in bed: The perfect treat for mum this Sunday If your mum is one of the less indulgent types some muesli and yoghurt will go down a treat. Serve it with a fresh fruit salad on the side and your mum will be sure to thank you. Put your cooking skills to the test and show mum you’re willing to put the hard work in by mixing up a pancake batter from scratch and serving a perfectly made stack with maple syrup and chopped up bananas or berries. But probably the most important thing to remember is: don’t give it to her too early because mums sure love their sleep ins!
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ith Mother’s Day just days away, what better way to show your mum you care by giving her something she probably wishes for every year but never gets – breakfast in bed. There are plenty of tasty and simple options to make your mum smile when she wakes up on Sunday morning. Warm croissants with jam and butter or even ham and cheese are a great way for mum to start her morning. Why not show mum you really care by freshly squeezing some orange juice, but don’t forget to add a touch of sugar.
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he Commonwealth Government has made good on its promise to establish Industry Innovation Precincts (IIPs) by calling for applications for funding the Precincts. Up to eight precincts will be determined through a two-stage selection process. IIPs will be industry-led national networks that will bring together the best industry and research capability from across Australia in areas of competitive advantage and emerging opportunities. The precincts will focus nationally to better coordinate existing services, leverage Australian research capability as well as provide new tools and services to enable Australian businesses to invest, create export opportunities, grow and create new jobs. The Australian Government has already agreed that the fi rst two IIPs will be the Manufacturing Precinct and the Food Precinct. The Penrith Business Alliance is working with a range of partners, including CSIRO, to set up a consortium to bid for an IIP in the health sector – a ‘Smart Health Industry Innovation Precinct’ or SHIIP. Consortium members met with the Federal Minister for Industry and Innovation, Greg Combet, on Wednesday where the Minister provided detailed information on the program and what the Commonwealth expects from IIPs. The Penrith Health and Education Precinct should place us favourably in our bid to seek Commonwealth support for a health based Precinct out of Penrith. Bijai Kumar is the CEO of the Penrith Business Alliance
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here are lessons to be learnt by business owners from successful sporting people. To be successful in both realms requires mental toughness, the ability to focus, facing competitors and overcoming hurdles. A sportsperson spends a great deal of time assessing their strengths and weaknesses. Likewise for you, without this assessment, you won’t move forward in your business. You need to know where to bring in others with strengths in your area of weakness, and work out in which areas you need to improve. A sportsperson sets priorities, so that everything is broken down to achievable goals and occurs in the order that will best enable goals to be met. For business owners, this means splitting your goals in daily tasks, scheduling them and completing them, without getting distracted by unimportant things. A sportsperson is mentally fit and controls their emotions. In business, you need to learn to control your emotions and not be led by them. Th is is not to say that ‘gut instinct’ should be ignored – as a woman in business I’ve learnt to trust this! But it does mean ensuring that logic, rather than feelings, should govern most decisions. A sportsperson sets their mind to achieve something and fi nds a way to get it done, no matter what. The key to this for business owners is discipline. Do not give up when things get tough. Do not lose faith when things aren’t going quite as you planned. It is mental toughness, grit and determination that will lead you to success in your business. Michelle Grice is the founder of Shel Design, a graphic design and web design company: www.sheldesign.com.au
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usiness owners and contractors come in all the time asking for the best method of quoting. It’s an art in business; little, intricate details and words can turn a potential client into a current
one. Many people get confused as to how to quote. That is, how to write a quote that doesn’t provoke negative reactions from customers. The two most popular ways of writing up quotes are a total figure based on the job as a whole or an itemised quote, individually pricing each part of the job. There are merits for both proposals however you do leave yourself exposed to picky customers if you give a breakdown in price as in the itemised quote. The way I advise most businesses is to do up a quote with all the different tasks listed and materials that will be supplied without the breakdown in prices. The only price you give is the total fi xed price for the job. Th is way the prospect cannot compare your labour rates with a competitor and they won’t question how much of a margin you’re making. Giving a detailed list also makes it diffic ult for customers to argue about what was promised because the list will be itemised. Other things to remember when quoting are: your quote should only be valid for a term, usually 7-30 days; only give prices on site, not over the phone; don’t quote hourly rates; take photos of jobs before and after as it will help settle disputes very quickly; and revise your pricing if the quotes are not converting to jobs.
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estern Sydney childcare franchise, Kids Korner, is set to open in Ropes Crossing with what it believes is the biggest outdoor play area of any daycare centre in NSW. The centre, which will open its doors on Monday, May 13, was purpose built to ensure children received the maximum benefit from playing outside. Kids Korner Founder and CEO, Debbie Pham, was heavily involved in the design and layout of the centre in a bid to ensure
it adequately met the needs of children. “Research shows that kids thrive when given the freedom to play outdoors – both physically and socially,” Ms Pham said. “We designed this particular play area to ensure each child in our care has the chance to explore their environment, learn and grow. So we built slides, climbing frames, a vegetable garden and even a worm farm.” The centre’s layout is very much inspired by its local surrounds including Ropes Crossing’s use of open spaces and
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Kids Korner Ropes Crossing also caters for indoor play with home corners, reading corners, building and drawing tables. So does Kids Korner, Ropes Crossing really have NSW’s biggest childcare outdoor play area? “I challenge you to fi nd one bigger,” Ms Pham said. Kids Korner at Ropes Crossing is taking enrolments for 2013. You can fi nd out more at their open day on Saturday, June 1. For more information call 1300 909 901 or visit www.kidskorner.com.au.
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others day is the perfect day to spend time together as a family and with a near-perfect day forecast for the local area, why not take the festivities outside? Two of Penrith’s fi nest gardens will be open to the public this weekend, offering a rare chance for everyone to get out for the Mother’s Day weekend and marvel at the wonderful work of local green-thumbs. For garden owners Karel Vine and AnneLouise Dampney, the chance to let others into their gardens is a great opportunity to share their passion with the community. “Our garden philosophy is simple: create a sanctuary for both people and wildlife,” said the talented pair of gardeners.
“We love to create a private place to sit and reflect, encourage a sense of community, and spend as much time as possible enjoying what we have created and dreaming about what to do next.” One of the gardens, ‘The Reflective Garden’, located on the corner of Colless Street and Redden Avenue in Penrith, is for those who enjoy a place to relax. Plants provide shade, shelter and a home for birdlife, while trompe l’oeil, mirrored reflections, a pond and other clever visual illusions are used to create a sense of layered depth and space. Local artists will also have their works displayed around the garden. The second garden, ‘Krackatinni’, at 3 Azalea Court, Glenmore Park, is set to provide
inspiration for the gardener who likes to get down and get their hands dirty in a homely environment. The garden is full of herbs, fruit, vegetables, ornamental perennials as well as numerous rustic iron sculptures, water features and even a chook pen. Author of The Contented Chook, Jennifer Stackhouse, will give talks on keeping backyard chooks on both days at 11am and 2pm. There will also be raffles, morning and afternoon tea. The gardens are to be opened in honour of one of the owner’s mums, Emma Unity Vine, a “very special” mother and grandmother. Both will be open from 10am to 4.30pm on Saturday and Sunday for an entry fee of $12. - Katherine Tweed
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES Join us at Penrith Panthers Wednesday 15th May, 2013, 9.30 am – 4.00pm 20 organisations will be showcasing their services. Various information sessions on volunteering. Please register your attendance with Nepean Volunteer Services Inc. 4721 1717 WW2321
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Salvos help those most in need Annual Red Shield Appeal needs your support this year more than ever
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s the annual Red Shield Appeal draws nearer, the Salvation Army are calling for more of our local volunteers and generous residents to show their support. The national door knock, to be held later this month, on Saturday, May 25, and Sunday, May 26, always sees the community dig deep but this year, to reach the $79 million national goal will take all the effort the community can offer. Major Bruce Harmer from The Salvation Army said the Red Shield Appeal is the Salvos’ biggest annual fundraising initiative and that the funds raised are vital in ensuring that the organisation can continue to assist Australians in need. “The Salvation Army is known for supporting those who need it most, however in order to do this we need the community’s support. With their help, we can continue to make a difference in the lives of the most disadvantaged and marginalised within our community,” Major Harmer said. Th is year marks the 47th year of the Salvation Army’s Red Shield Appeal. Funds from the annual appeal go directly to support their social and community services which include providing crisis accommodation, delivering early intervention services for children and families in disadvantaged communities and providing emergency help for those in need. If you are interested in volunteering, visit salvos.org.au for more information, and remember to dig into your pocket when they come knocking!
In the lead-up to the Red Shield Appeal, residents who are looking to show their support can visit the Bunnings North Penrith store to donate.
HELEN WALKER OAM RECOGNISED ON PENRITH/BLUE MOUNTAINS Helen Walker OAM, a Mountains resident who established a transport service that has connected more than 18,000 locals with essential medical services has been selected to appear on the cover of this year’s Penrith white & yellow pages book. Helen has been selected for the cover under the 2013/14 theme “Keeping Our Communities Healthy”, which recognises the selfless Australian who go above and beyond to improve the quality of life for locals in their area. In 1986, knowing first- hand the financial and physical stress travelling from the Blue Mountains to Sydney for specialist medical care, Helen took on the challenge of establishing a community transport service for the region. Starting with just a phone, desk and the determination to make a difference, Helen has built Great Community Transport into an organisation with 23 vehicles and 120 volunteers. Since its inception, Great Community Transport has helped more than 18,000 locals access essential medical services, stay socially connected and do their shopping.
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Concerned about the number of people forced rely on family, friends or public transport to reach essential medical appointments, Helen has introduced a fleet of fund raised, vehicles, driven by volunteers, dedicated to helping people from both the Penrith and Blue Mountains LGA’s attend their essential medical appointments. “It is an honour to be recognised on the cover of the phone book. However, the success of Great Community Transport is due to the hard work of many. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our fantastic volunteers and the community for its support of the years”, Helen said. White Pages Product Manager Sarah Simpson said “This year’s theme, Keeping Our Communities Healthy, celebrates people committed to improving the health of Australian Communities. We are delighted to recognise Helen, she is someone who is making a positive impact on health and wellbeing in the Penrith & Blue Mountains regions”.
If you need transport assistance contact one of our friendly volunteer receptionists on Penrith: 4722 3083 Mountains : 4759 2403 www.greatcommunitytransport.org.au
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“Simple language documents” to be introduced for local retirement villages
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rior to moving into a retirement village, local seniors are confronted with lengthy and confusing contracts. However, this confusion is soon to be an issue of the past. A new standard contract for retirement villages will be introduced by the NSW Government in October this year and is set to improve the lives of seniors and benefit village managers and owners. Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres, met with Mountainview Retreat Retirement Village managers, Colin and Kathleen Feeney, to discuss the benefits of a standard contract. “We’re moving contracts away from being complex legal documents to becoming quite a simple language document,” Mr Ayres said. “We want to make the documentation as simple as possible; create a standard set of guidelines so people can actually see what they are purchasing, what the clauses around entry and leaving are, and also so they can compare the services and facilities.” Mr Feeney said that their current contracts have not been a problem for the majority of residents in the past but he said that it is common for some to fi nd them confusing without the right advice. He believes that a new, simple contract is “a great idea” as it will reduce the number of people who fi nd the contracts too complex.
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State Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres, meets with Colin and Kathleen Feeney from Mountainview Retreat Retirement Village.
“There were too many grey areas within the contracts and no-one knew what to make of it. There was never a clear line,” he said.
“We welcome it with open arms. As long as it works, it will be fantastic,” Mr Feeney said. Pre-contract disclosure requirements
are also set to be improved with two new, compulsory documents – a general inquiry document and a disclosure statement – to be rolled out with the simple contract.
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hese days, retirement is seen by many as the start of a great journey as many retirees do something they’ve never done before – put themselves fi rst after years of working for others. Many dream of travel – whether it be heading off in a caravan around Australia or jetting off to an exotic, foreign location. However, in reality, this retirement dream is sometimes not as care-free as people would like. While reading a book by the beach, thoughts can easily turn to home and the nightmare vision of gardens dying, burst pipes and even robbery. Of course – apart from the garden – these disasters rarely happen, but anxiety about returning to a ruined home can be enough to destroy any holiday. That’s why more and more over 55’s are choosing a retirement home that gives them the ability to lock-up-and-leave. A well chosen lock-up-and-leave home means not having to mow the lawn, cut the hedges, fi x loose tiles or, in some cases, collect your mail. It’s a home that can be securely locked up for months at a time – which also means you can easily travel when the whim takes you. Living in a secure apartment complex or retirement community is perfect for
those who want to go on long holidays with total peace of mind. It means there’s a friendly neighbour or staff member on hand to keep an eye on things. After just a few months of living at Rochford Place in Ropes Crossing, Bill and Margaret Thompson felt confident enough to set sail aboard the Grand Pacific to see the world – visiting Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, China, Russia, Japan, Alaska and Canada just to name a few of the places. “Seeing the glaciers is just magnific ent – we had a marvellous time. And I didn’t have to worry about the mail or mowing the lawns; Greg the maintenance man took care of everything for us,” Bill said. “We love travelling, and living in Rochford Place makes it so much easier to do, but it’s always nice to return home to a great community.” If you’re concerned about downsizing, you might be surprised – there are plenty of secure homes available that still allow you to have spare bedrooms, a study, garage and backyard. It’s also a good idea to try and develop a good relationship with your neighbours, no matter where you are living. What’s your experience been? Tell us by emailing news@westernweekender. com.au.
Tim Reid, Lend Lease Regional Sales Manager, NSW. Lend Lease is the largest operator, owner and developer of senior living communities in Australia & New Zealand
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to expensive buck parties, the fact that parents are contributing less and the tendency for couples to organise particularly long weddings. “One in four men will go on holidays for their bucks and will spend 35 per cent more than the ladies. But the women defi nitely get their share of budget spent when it comes to fashion, with some spending in excess of $5,000 on their dress and $3,000 on jewellery for the big day,” said editor of the magazine, Sarah Stevens. “We’ve seen a growing number of couples extending their wedding day into weekend-long festivals, with some lasting as long as four or fiv e days – not surprising given that overseas weddings are on the rise.” New Zealand at number one, followed by Thailand and Fiji are the most popular overseas
wedding choices for Aussie couples, however most destination weddings are happening on home soil with Queensland taking the lead followed by New South Wales and Victoria as the most popular locations. Other additional costs found include cosmetic surgery and expensive gym memberships or personal trainer fees as couples try to slim down and make physical, beautifying changes before the big day. Wedding traditions are also changing. 81 per cent of women are changing their surname with only one in two brides actually excited to be doing so and are doing it out of love, not tradition. - Katherine Tweed
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ARIES
MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20
The New Moon on May 10th is the start of a whole new fi nancial cycle which will enable you to take control of your long term fis cal security. The Full Moon on the 25th indicates that your head is likely to feel as if it is stuffed with cotton wool, and you fi nd yourself incapable of rational thought. It also brings a chance to banish confusion in regards to your value system. Unexpected news is coming your way from interstate.
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APRIL 21 TO MAY 21
The New Moon on the 10th is the ideal time to gain clarity in all your relationships and you have the confidence to make the changes that are required. The Full Moon on the 25th gives you a chance to shrug off inhibitions and insecurities and to open your mind. Be careful of acting possessive, as this will only lead to power struggles. Your fi nancial affairs need putting into order to accommodate some unexpected bills.
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APRIL 21 TO MAY 21
You’re feeling excited and confident about changes coming up in the next few weeks and once the 22nd hits it will be full steam ahead. The Full Moon on the 25th indicates a need to sort out some serious relationship issues. A serious talk with a loved one is what’s needed. Very often, how you relate to others depends on how you relate to yourself. Thus, if you are at one with yourself, it is easier to compromise with others.
CANCER
JUNE 22 TO JULY 22
The New Moon on the 10th indicates a highly sociable time and many of you will become involved with a new group of friends. The Full Moon on the 25th highlights problems on the job front. It’s obvious that something is ending in your working life and you would be wise to proceed with caution when it comes to handling prickly issues with colleagues, bosses and clients. Perhaps look for something new which fully utilises your skills.
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SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23
The New Moon on the 10th is a good time to rid yourself of bad habits and insecurities. Stop doubting yourself, keep faith and you will reach your goals! The Full Moon on the 25th indicates that you are likely to be feeling impatient, restless and dissatisfied with where you are in life. If you are a student you may fi nd yourself struggling with certain subjects. You need to speak to a teacher or mentor who can help you sort the situation out.
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OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22
Friends and acquaintances will be highly communicative so don’t be surprised if they confide their secrets to you. The Full Moon on the 25th shines the spotlight on your fi nancial affairs and spendthrift tendencies will need corrective measures. Like a plant, some judicious pruning and encouraging would do your bank balance a lot of good. A sensible budget will help you to put everything into place.
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NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21
The New Moon on the 10th is the ideal time to clear up outstanding problems and to put practices into place to prevent dilemmas from reocurring. With the Full Moon falling in your sign on the 25th be careful of being stressed out and argumentative. It is also a sign that you need to take better care of your health and to stop putting everyone else’s needs before your own or you will end up feeling burnt out.
CAPRICORN
DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20
The New Moon on the 10th indicates that you need to take some time out for romance or other pleasurable pursuits. The Full Moon on the 25th brings unavoidable emotional issues to the surface. Perhaps someone hasn’t been totally honest with you and now is the time to clear the air once and for all. Also you may be having a difficult decision over a health or work problem, do not make any rush decisions that you are likely to regret.
AQUARIUS
JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19
Now is the time to have a look at redecorating or refurbishing the home but be sure to seek some professional advice. The Full Moon on the 25th indicates problems regarding friendships; perhaps a friend needs a helping hand or you may have some issues that need to be addressed before that relationship can proceed along smooth lines once again. Keep the lines of communication open and don’t be too judgemental!
PISCES
FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20
You are mentally astute and others appreciate your intellectual vitality so why not let these qualities shine! The Full Moon on the 25th falls in your career house and some issues need sorting out before you can progress forward. Also, your public image will be of a concern to you so avoid upsetting others with your behaviour and actions. A trip out with a friend will be just what you need to lift your spirits and to make you smile!
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ustralia has one of the highest rates of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the world, and the problem is getting worse. But the lifelong disease, that mostly affects young people, has a low profile even though it cost the national economy more than $A352.8 million last year. The number of Australians with IBD is expected to grow from 75,000 to 100,000 by 2023. Experts say more young people are being diagnosed with IBD – which includes Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis – every year. A Pricewaterhouse Coopers report commissioned by Crohn’s and Colitis Australia calls for a national approach to IBD care. According to The Australian, Gastroenterologist Dr Greg Moore says at the moment, access to appropriate treatment is inconsistent, and patients usually only see specialists when the problem fla res. But relapses are unpredictable and failing to treat IBD when it is active can lead to prolonged exposure to medications, adverse side effects, potentially invasive surgery or even death. The cause of IBD is unknown, but it is more common in developed countries and possibly to do with hygienic living or diet. Dr Moore says GPs have poor knowledge of the condition and there is no permanent
KEEPING FIT by David Stein
Hey mum, it’s your fault!
source of government funding for IBD nurses. What we do know that the stomach and digestive system is a mass of bacteria, yeasts and assorted microbes. Our microbiome is essential for the health of our whole body and exposure to the environmental toxins we all face now is having a detrimental effect on all of us. We should all try to limit exposure to things like anti-bacterial agents, pesticides and pollutants and increase our probiotic exposure. Remember a child that gets to play outside and get his hands dirty is a normal part of growing up and should be encouraged. In the same way we lift heavier weights to develop muscle strength. The more our body is allowed to use its own natural defence systems the better it becomes at using them.
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aybe if we are overweight we should blame our mothers! I don’t mean genetics but because of what she ate when we were young. According to new research from the University of Adelaide, mothers who eat junk food while pregnant or breastfeeding are setting their babies up to be addicted to a high-fat, high-sugar diet. Researchers found that a junk food diet stimulated the production of the feel-good hormone dopamine. Th is means children born to a junk food junkie need to eat increasing amounts of fat and sugar to achieve the same good feeling. Research leader Dr Bev Muhlhausler says the effect is similar to an opiate addict needing more drugs over time. “Eating too much junk food results in the need to consume more foods full of fat and sugar to get the same pleasurable sensation.” She says a careful diet after weaning can reverse some of the damage, but the children will always be predisposed to over-consumption of junk food and obesity. “It’s going to make it much more difficult for them to maintain a healthy body weight.” Although I think there must be consideration for some people who
Elisha is a registered nurse and midwife who has years of experience working in emergency departments, general wards and maternity wards
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experience such bad sickness during pregnancy that they are happy just to get anything down that stays down. It’s still obviously every mum’s intention is to do the best by their baby and hopefully research like this helps someone make better choices of good, healthy, real food during those early years. They are only going to help the child when it’s time to make their own choices years later. Plus the benefit to the baby’s health will be huge too. Breastfeeding will always be the best way to feed your baby, but it is very demanding on the mother. Its such an important time for nourishing, real food to help her with the extra demands placed on her body. Even just seeing the choices mum and dad make will be such a huge influence on the child’s own food choices. So if you want your child healthy, this is defi nitely where leading by example is the way to go.
David Stein, Owner & Manager of Fitec, Penrith www.fitec.com.au e:david@fitec.com.au
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ometimes you will get those days when your hair just doesn’t do what you want it to: the dreaded bad hair day. A bad hair day has the potential to ruin everything about the day; no matter what you have planned or what you will be doing, your confidence is at an all time low. I had one this week where no amount of straightening, curling or brushing would rectify my position and I was left feeling really down. It was fluff y, not curly or straight and just looked completely lifeless and to be honest, I felt a little lifeless myself. I had a terrible day and when I woke up the next morning my hair looked just how it should look (yay) and I left my bad hair day behind me. It was on my good hair day that I realised that my bad hair day didn’t have to be so bad. My problem was that I stressed out so much because my usual style wasn’t working for me so I ruled out any other style – BIG MISTAKE! A bad hair day is a great excuse to try something new and after much thought I came up with a number of bad hair day saves that will get anyone back on track. • The fi rst save is the braid. Without fail, a braid will smooth out your hair and give you that effortless ‘I didn’t try too hard’ look. It works especially well for girls with long hair but if you have short hair, don’t rule it out – give it a go. If a braid is a little too complex, a simple plait still does the trick. • A hat or a beanie works wonders on a bad hair day, even for the guys. A sunny day is a great excuse to wear a broad sun hat but as the days are getting quite chilly, a beanie is an easy option! • A messy bun is a great way to take advantage of a bad hair day. Just pull all your hair up into a knot, secure with a hair elastic and if you please, pin up any fl yaway bits (although sometimes these look really pretty). • Finally, use bobby pins to your advantage. Experiment with pinning different bits up to fi nd a look that works for your hair.
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ith Mother’s Day this weekend, it’s safe to assume that many of us have been out shopping or will be going out in the next few days to purchase a gift. For those of us who are turning to the Internet to purchase a last minute gift or have a gift delivered on Mother’s Day, this is a timely reminder if you intend to shop online – be vigilant with payment and personal information and aware of the risks of potential fraud. I’m sure you don’t want to fi nd on your statement that you’ve been buying presents for people you don’t know in places that you’ve never visited! Below are some handy hints to help keep your money and personal details safe when you are purchasing online. • Ensure websites are secure before entering your payment details – the padlock symbol should be displayed, and the website address should begin with ‘https’ rather than ‘http’. Take extra care when entering your card/personal details. • Always make sure you log out of any sites when you’ve fi nished shopping online, using Paypal, or Internet banking. • Be careful at Internet cafes as shared computers may expose your data to other users. • Always make sure the computer you use has up-todate anti-virus software. • Never select the ‘remember my ID on this computer’ option – keep all user names and passwords secure. • Use strong passwords and limit the amount of personal information you put online – don’t make it easy for criminals to guess your password and don’t provide information to people that you don’t know or don’t trust. • Review your bank statements regularly to check that no dubious transactions have been made.
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know… I know!! I also can’t believe it’s that time of year again. Th is thing seems to just come around so quickly it’s crazy. It seems like just a few months ago that myself and eight other local business people did this walk. For those of you who don’t know what I’m rattling on about, this is a charity walk we do annually from Bathurst to Blaxland, which is about 170km give or take. We start from Bathurst on Tuesday, May 28 and complete the journey at the Lapstone Hotel in Blaxland on Saturday, June 1. Th is event is to raise money for local charities that get little or no government funding. We do also support Nepean Hospital Children’s ward, as it is such an important facility and often under-funded for vital equipment. Over the past six years we have supplied the children’s ward with numerous pieces of equipment that actually save lives. Thi s is possibly the thing that makes us proudest of what we do. Over the six years we have raised over half a million dollars, which has all been distributed to charity. The Penrith Council gets involved and holds a presentation ceremony allowing us a platform to hand over our donations. The faces of our recipient charity workers always blows us away. It’s as if they are stunned that normal people will go out of their way to help. The walkers are Mark Mulock, Jonathon
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Avoiding colds and flu this winter
Green, Rob Wearn, David Crossman, Greg Nelson, Dr Tony Bowden, Graham O’Kell, Cameron McInnes and myself. Cam (Glenbrook Physiotherpy/Western Sydney Sports Medicine Centre) and myself keep the boys afloat in terms of foot and leg care. So we have a double job to do on top of the walk. The week before I will be giving you some details about donations. For now just jump onto the web site www. greatwalkfoundation.com.au or look us up on Facebook.
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inter means more cases of cold and influenza, or ‘the flu’, but with a little knowledge you can reduce your chances of getting sick. Our bodies are constantly fighting off infections and viruses. To help your chances of fighting these viruses, you must ensure your immune system is as strong as possible. Th is means you need to be mindful of doing all the ‘good things’ for your health, such as eating well, exercise, drinking plenty of water and getting enough sleep. Being stressed and tired will compromise your immune system. Although both are viruses, there are differences between a cold and the flu. With a cold, the symptoms are not as severe, and you generally won’t need to see a doctor. Colds normally involve a sore throat, runny nose and cough. Besides supporting your immune system, you cannot treat a cold and they should clear within 10 days. Flu is more serious and normally starts with fever, sweats, aches and a feeling of severe tiredness. A high temperature is normally present as well, over 38.5 degrees, or you experience chills. I fi nd that responding to the early signs of a cold, such as a sore throat, is vital to fighting off the virus. Medicated throat lozenges or a throat wash helps
kill any virus that is starting to take over. Drinking lots of water is also vital to preventing and fighting off a cold or flu. Cold and flu medication is also useful, but these do not treat your cold, only make you feel better whilst the infection takes it course. The flu vaccine is still the best way to prevent getting the flu this winter, with evidence to suggest it gives about 80 to 90 per cent protection. However, you cannot get the vaccination if you are already sick and you should get it before the flu season begins. Th is means if you haven’t been vaccinated and you want to, then you need to act quickly.
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Human fertility has fallen dramatically
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t is a sad fact that the number of couples who desperately want to have a family and are fi nding it diffic ult to conceive has increased dramatically. What was once a rare thing to hear of – a childless couple – is becoming more common. Why is this happening? Obviously this is not always a simple question to answer. There are some couples where it is obvious. However there are some couples where nothing seems to be wrong, tests show they have no fertility issues, yet they still do not conceive. Over the next few weeks I will cover some of the issues that reduce fertility and give some suggestions to improve your chances of conceiving a healthy child. Pre-conception care is the best answer. One problem is that people today have a strange belief that how they live, what they eat and what they drink has no effect on their bodies or their health. If you think that you can eat rubbish food and drink heaps of soft drinks and alcohol and smoke and it will have no effect on your health and body function, then you are nuts. Th is is the place to start. All too often I have clients who sincerely believe that they have a “good” diet, or that they eat “healthy food”, yet when we examine their diet we fi nd the opposite to be true. The main reason for this is that we are too trusting. We believe what we are told.
We believe that because we would not lie to people just to make money, others don’t either. Unfortunately when it comes to advertising often truth is the fi rst casualty. Certain fast food chains describe their ‘food’ as “healthy”. It obviously is not. Many packaged foods go to great lengths to describe the nutrition value, splashing phrases like “Added vitamins”, or “Added Calcium”. The words, ‘Healthy’, ‘Natural’ or ‘Organic’ are there in bold and high colour. Yet often there is nothing healthy or natural; and organic can describe a lump of timber (after all it comes from a tree). ‘Certified Organic’ is quite different, but that is for another article. Never believe advertising for your nutrition advice. They have a vested interest in you believing their hype. Get qualified naturopathic advice on what is healthy food.
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Happy Mother’s Day
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recent article by Rick Lewers, the Anglican Bishop of Armidale at www. growingfaith.com.au highlighted how much we need our mums. Rick wrote on the influent ial and powerful role that mothers have. He reflected on the increasing problems youth are facing today: lack of self esteem, eating disorders, increasing sexual promiscuity among younger and younger children, literacy problems, bullying, gangs, unemployment and more. Rick went on to say that while being a good mum won’t necessary fi x or eliminate these problems, the fact that our children are growing up in a diffic ult world, highlights the importance of being a mother to our children. Mums are actively involved in shaping the future character of a nation by shaping the character of our children. A mother’s influence is foundational to how children view themselves. Th is is big! Mums, never think that the work you do in building and growing your children is not important! Yet who of us couldn’t also say that being a mum is at times tough work? In the last chapter of the Bible’s Book of Proverbs, we meet a woman of great strength and character. The foundation for this capable woman is in the fact
that she centres her life on knowing God and honouring Him in all she does. Proverbs says that “a woman who honours the Lord should be praised”. When we look to God and learn from Him, we are setting ourselves on the best road. Th is Mother’s Day, mums do yourself a favour – if you haven’t already done so, decide to look to God, honour Him in all you do and learn from Him. You and your family can only benefit from it.
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One of Claremont Meadows most enchanting properties, resplendent in both proportion and elegant style. This beautifully crafted family home is positioned in a picture perfect location offering a delightful North South aspect, sundrenched established gardens and rolling lawns. Set against a superb backdrop surrounded by some of the finest homes in the district, this luxuriously appointed property has been exceptionally crafted in details and character with the finest of building materials.
This stylish entertainer is sure to impress the fussiest buyer! Features include: 4 bedrooms, ensuite + spa, walk in robe, built- in robes, study, balcony access off main bedroom, formal entry, formal sunken lounge room, formal dining, meals area, family room, upstairs family room, bar room, 3rd bathroom downstairs, stylish kitchen, island bench, dishwasher, loads of storage, carpet & tiled floors, downlights, ducted air conditioning, ceiling fans, alfresco area, private courtyard, double remote drive through garage, beautiful landscaped gardens & private setting. Contact Michael Ball 0414 264 668
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2 Homes Positioned on 5,949sqm Block
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This 3 bedroom home with built in robes to all plus a teenage retreat/family room is situated in a lovely street, needs TLC but a great home with many good features such as screen enclosure, in ground pool, large shed all on a low maintenance backyard, cosy lounge room has split system air conditioning and combustion fireplace and main bedroom has access to a 3 way bathroom with a large double size shower recess. Great size drive way with Tandem carport. A home with great potential for those wishing to renovate. Contact Michael Ball 0414 264 668
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Glenmore Park
$1,300,000
LIFESTYLE - positioned in Cranebrook’s acreage estate this residence with two separate homes offers a unique opportunity for a large or extended family to occupy this magnificent property! With endless opportunities you could live in one and collect the rental return from the other? SPLIT LEVEL RESIDENCE - 4 large bedrooms, ensuite, built-in robes, formal lounge, kitchen & dining, family/rumpus, split system air conditioning, ducted air conditioning, internal laundry + third toilet, internal access to double garage, circular drive, detached triple garage 10 x 12.5 metre with 3 metre clearance + shower and toilet. MASTERTON HOME - 9 years young, 4 bedrooms, ensuite, walk-in robe, built-in robes, formal lounge, formal dining, timber kitchen, stainless steel appliances, Caesar Stone bench tops, family room, rumpus room, ducted air conditioning, down lights, tiled floors, alfresco area and double garage. The two homes are on one title, which reduces the expenses of running two properties. Completing this magnificent picture are landscaped gardens, fully fenced yards and surrounded by quality acreage homes.
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Backing Onto The Golf Course!
On Top Of The World
This executive style Clarendon home offers all of today’s comforts, positioned in one of Glenmore Parks finest addresses! Features include: 4 large bedrooms, ensuite, walk-in robe to main, built-in robes, study, formal lounge, formal dining, meals area, family room , rumpus room, upstairs family room , tiled & carpet floors, ducted air conditioning, intercom system, down lights, entertaining area, triple drive through garage , landscaped gardens and views to the Blue Mountains. With a fantastic outlook over the golf course and easy access to the M4 motorway , schools, shops & transport, this home is surrounded by other quality residences and is sure to impress the fussiest buyers! Contact Michael Ball 0414 264 668
You know you have made it when you drive into this magnificent 5879sqm block of truly country living surrounded by quality acreage homes! Features include: 4 bedrooms, ensuite, built-in robes, formal living area’s , family/rumpas, timber kitchen, dishwasher, tile, timber & carpet flooring, large main bathroom, ducted air-conditioning , ceiling fans, open fire place, front and rear balconies, double garage, beautiful landscaped gardens & approximately 5879 sqm block. Inspections are strictly by appointment only.
Michael Ball
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An Architectural Masterpiece
Only 1.4kms to walk from home to Penrith railway station & Penrith plaza. It’s a rare opportunity to fi nd a vacant block so close to the CBD & Railway. There’s no need to demolish an old home. That saves $15,000 to $20,000 off your build cost. Build your dream home or professional premises, all subject to council approval. Th is block backs on to the new North Penrith Project.
One of Claremont Meadows most enchanting properties, resplendent in both proportion and elegant style. Th is beautifully crafted family home is positioned in a picture perfect location offering a delightful North South aspect, sundrenched established gardens and rolling lawns. Set against a superb backdrop surrounded by some of the fi nest homes in the district, this luxuriously appointed property has been exceptionally crafted in details and character with the fi nest of building materials.
Penrith
Claremont Meadows
$295,000
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Great news, you get $1,000 cash back when you open or hold a RAMS Action account and refinance your loan of $300,000 or more that settles by 31 August 2013 (conditions apply). So call RAMS Penrith today! RAMS Home Loan Centre Penrith Suite 11/295 High Street (opposite Officeworks) Penrith 4731 3777 RAMS.com.au
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Llandilo 78 Galvin Road
Flood Free 4.99 Acres
* Huge 20 x 18 barn style shed * 12 x 7 three roller door garage * Fully fenced property * Almost new kitchen * Polished timber floors * 150 meters + deep bore * Solar panels 2.2 kvw
Ray White Penrith
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Llandilo 89 Fifth Avenue
A peaceful rural lifestyle on 4.99 acres * 5/6 bedrooms or 5 + a study * Family/rumpus room or teenage retreat * 2 bathrooms + a huge laundry * Extra large double garage/workshop * Peaceful & private location
Ray White Penrith
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* 1.4 Ks to Penrith CBD & Railway * 566.9m2 vacant block * Backs onto new North Penrith Project * Save $15,000 to $20,0000 on demolition fees * Suit professional premises * Or build your dream home
Ray White Penrith
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Sale $869,950 View Saturday 2.45-3.30pm Helen Fitzpatrick 0414 362 955 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com
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* Expected rent return $300-$310 per week * Renovated 1st floor unit + lock up garage * New carpet, freshly painted, new drapes * Close to shops, station, Panthers & Westfields * Security complex
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Cambridge Park 6/25 Barlow Street
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* Modern kitchen * Huge bathroom with corner bath * Built-ins to all bedrooms * Generous yard & undercover BBQ area * Lockup garage & 2 toilets * Strata $590.00 P/Q
Sale $305,000 View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm David Turner 0414 306 040 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com
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* Plenty of built in cupboards * Wall air conditioner * Kitchen; 19 cupboard doors, 6 drawers * 62 m2 Floor plan * Roller awning; front window & sliding door * Ceiling fans through out
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Sale $489,000 View By Appointment David Turner 0414 306 040 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com
Fantastic investment opportunity!!
$60,000
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* 2 year old Rawson built home * Backs onto lake with views * Alfresco area, kitchen with dishwasher * 3 living area’s, ducted air. * Master with balcony * Use of Estate’s community facilities
Jamisontown 14/326 Jamison Road
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Jamisontown 3/10-12 Regentville Road Ground Floor & Backyard
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Fantastic tenant paying $320 pw B/ins in both bedrooms + an ensuite Security complex, storage unit Levies $570 per quarter Split system air conditioner
Ray White Penrith
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Ray White Penrith
Current rent $380pw 2 split system air cond. Views to Penrith Lakes Cul-de-sac location Very spacious + 3 toilets Ensuite & double garage
Sale $364,950 View By Appointment Helen Fitzpatrick 0414 362 955 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com
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The floor plan enjoys a wonderful easy flow with three spacious bedrooms with built-in robes, and brand new two way bathroom. There are two fantastic living areas with a split system air conditioner for each. The large renovated kitchen will suit any master chef which includes stainless steel appliances and granite bench tops. Outside includes a low maintenance yard and a large undercover entertaining area for those social gatherings. Located in a popular North Cranebrook location this is one not to be missed.
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CRANEBROOK $369,950 NORTH CRANEBROOK FOR A SONG
Positioned in a cul de sac with easy access to Richmond Road, this neat and tidy three bedroom veneer home is sure to please the first home buyer or investor. The home is feature packed with built ins to all, separate lounge and dining and a good sized rumpus room. There is also covered entertaining area and reverse cycle split system air conditioner. Homes in this price range are in high demand and Cranebrook is moving fast so call for an appointment now or miss out.
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THE SPACIOUS ENTERTAINER
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This superb residence is an acknowledgement that all the years have been rewarded. Boasting four bedrooms all with built-in robes and one with ensuite. Renovated and creative kitchen, renovated bathroom, plus two open plan living areas, separate dining, and internal laundry. Outside includes a large entertaining area and side access to the large yard. Being close to schools, shops, and public transport this is one to be seen, so call now to organise your private inspection.
If you are a large family looking for a spacious home you’ll love this four bedroom home with ensuite to main, two living areas, plus exceptional kitchen with caesar stone bench tops, as well as floating timber floors, and ducted air conditioning to stay cool this summer. Outside there is a massive undercover entertaining area for those summertime barbeques, and a double garage which has one half converted and ideal for a teenage/in law retreat that could be converted back quite easily. There is also plenty of room for trucks or caravans, and is located in a very popular North Cranebrook location.
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HOME FOR THE GROWING FAMILY
This home has four bedrooms with the main having a walk-in robe and the second bathroom fully renovated. The other bedrooms boast built-in robes and fans. There are two separate living areas, renovated kitchen with granite bench tops, plus stainless steel appliances and natural gas cooking. The dining area is alongside the kitchen area and separate from the living areas. With loads of extras like split system air conditioning, single garage with remote control roller door, this is a must see. On a great sized block and having an inground pool with solar heating, this home is just what the doctor has ordered.
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GREAT STARTER OR INVESTMENT
Boasting three bedrooms with built-in robes to all, renovated kitchen with new appliances including dishwasher, plus renovated bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles. Toilet is separate and renovated. There is a large separate lounge area and large internal laundry. Undercover entertaining area for barbecue and family get together. Don’t forget the separate single garage which is extra-long and remote control. The home is located close to schools, shops, parks and public transport. This is a great opportunity for the first home buyer or investor so call now for a private inspection.
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STYLE, SOPHISTICATION & ELEGANCE
Positioned on just under three acres the floor plan combines five bedrooms with formal and informal living spaces, separate self-contained guest quarters and landscaped gardens. The master suite comes complete with ensuite and walk in wardrobe; as well as five other bathrooms and ducted air conditioning. The stunning French provincial inspired kitchen enjoys a separate preparation kitchen, 60mm stone bench tops and SMEG appliances. The triple car garaging will look after your cars, boats or trailers and entertaining will be a breeze under the alfresco entertaining
CRANEBROOK $1,200,000 PRESTIGE ACREAGE PARADISE
Boasting six bedrooms with built-in robes and en-suite plus walk-in robe to main, office, walk-in pantry and storage facility, powder room, theatre room and double garage under main roof and all recently renovated. There is a large undercover entertaining area, sparkling pool with entertainment and bathroom facilities included, plus tennis court and large shedding perfect for trucks, caravans or boats. The extras on this property are overwhelming with ducted air conditioning, alarm and much more.
Cranebrook
Emu Plains
Blaxland
Glenbrook
Springwood
Emu Plains
Glenmore Park Penrith
Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749
Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750
134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774
5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773
7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777
91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750
30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745
4730 1122
4735 2121
4739 8800 4739 1111 4751 8888 4735 8888 4733 6999 www.jimaitken.com.au
429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750
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DON’T LET THIS ONE GET AWAY
Call now to inspect this great opportunity to enter the Emu Plains market. Positioned on a no through road this is sure to meet the expectations in this popular price bracket. The kitchen and bathroom have been updated from their original condition; split system air conditioning controls comfort and the timber floors are a visual delight. The rear yard offers a great place for those social gatherings and will also please the kids and pets. The double carport allows enough height for the boat or caravan or will simply accommodate the cars. With a block size of over 620sqm it really is the complete package.
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EMU PLAINS
OFFERS OVER $469,950
FOUR BEDROOMS AND AN ENSUITE
Positioned on an approximately 730m2 block within 300 metres to the Lennox Shopping Centre, this beautifully renovated home offers fantastic value. Featuring a stunning new kitchen with Ceasar Stone bench tops, modern main bathroom and ensuite. You will fall in love with the open plan living including lounge, dining and family room overlooking the huge backyard with it’s landscaped gardens, undercover entertaining area and built in barbeque. With wonderful extras such as split system air conditioning, natural gas, polished floor boards and a detached single garage and a single carport with drive through access. Call today!
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OFFERS OVER $759,950
TWO YEAR OLD EDEN BRAE HAYMAN 31
Rarely do you find a quality two year old home in Emu Plains with quality inclusions throughout in a sought after location. Featuring four large bedrooms with walk in robe, parents retreat and ensuite to the huge main bedroom and built-ins to the other bedrooms. Open plan living including lounge, dining and rumpus with stunning kitchen including walk-in pantry, 900mm oven, 10ft ceilings being at the centrepiece, all flowing out to the undercover alfresco area. Fantastic extras include a study, ducted air conditioning and an oversized double garage with side access. All positioned on a huge 700m2 block. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Call today for your private inspection.
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LEONAY $449,950 WOW – LEONAY FOR HOW MUCH?
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Positioned on approx 659sqm of land in the flatter section of Leonay is a property that deserves your immediate attention. Renovated throughout you’ll be impressed by the size that this three bedroom floor plan has to offer. All bedrooms have built in robes, there is direct bathroom access from the main bedroom, formal and informal areas and wonderful slate flooring throughout. Add to this the single garage, grassed yard and spacious entertaining area. With not a thing to do - we suggest you hurry to avoid disappointment. Call now!
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FAMILY HOME – GOLF COURSE BACK DROP
Nestled in a tightly held position of Leonay is an astonishing residence that neighbours the golf course in a position that is only moments from the highly sought River Road precinct. Beyond the modern façade is a family friendly layout that combines formal and informal living spaces with three bedrooms and a study/office. The master suite enjoys a green, leafy outlook and is complimented by an ensuite. The kitchen is the home’s centrepiece and boasts an island bench and a wonderful freestanding oven. Social gatherings will be a breeze whether it is poolside, under the entertaining area or in the comfort of the ducted air conditioning. With very little opportunity to reside in these locations this deserves your immediate attention.
EMU PLAINS
OFFERS OVER $315,000
EMU PLAINS
$382,500
PRICED TO PLEASE
THREE BEDROOMS, ENSUITE, DOUBLE GARAGE
Complete with ducted air conditioning, wonderfully high ceilings and modern inclusions throughout - you’ll just love coming home. Other features include, built in robes, remote single garage with internal access and a small courtyard. With a bus stop out the front and the security of electric gates.
With a private setting and secluded from the street, this detached single storey residence will please those looking to stand clear of the larger complexes. Newer than most in the area it enjoys a comfortable three bedroom layout, there is an ensuite to the main bedroom, built in robes and internal laundry. The double garage is a standout feature seldom seen in this style of development as is the grassed yard for the kids to roam.
Emu Plains
Glenmore Park
Blaxland
Glenbrook
Cranebrook
Springwood
Penrith
Emu Plains
Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750
30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745
134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774
5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773
Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749
7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777
429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750
91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750
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4733 6999
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PEACEFUL RETREAT + LARGE WORKSHOP
Perfect for a tradie or small business the workshop consists of office, lunchroom, three phase and industrial power, compressed air and plenty of storage. Backing onto the Nepean River this piece of land also includes horse stables, boat ramp to river, manicured gardens and breathtaking views. The home boasts four bedrooms, study/office, two bathrooms, modern timber kitchen, undercover area plus double garage. With the possibility (subject to council approval) of building a second home as this property is on two titles, there is just still so much potential and opportunities. (Agent Declares Interest)
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SECLUDED HIDEAWAY
On approximately 11 arable acres is this private residence, at the end of the driveway is the main home that comprises four bedrooms, two modern bathrooms, open plan kitchen and living areas with cedar vaulted ceilings and ceiling fans and split system air conditioning in the main bedroom. The elevated position with covered verandah enjoys stunning views of the in ground pool and the picturesque bush land. The second dwelling is a fully self contained two bedroom cottage currently set up as an office but is ideal for the extended family. Also three sheds including car accommodation, large dam and 100,000 Litre water tank all positioned in this quiet location.
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Positioned on over 1300 sqm of land in this recently sub divided estate is a grand residence. Stretching across two levels it encompasses all the features you would expect in this exclusive price range. Ducted air conditioning controls comfort throughout the four bedroom floor plan that also includes a study and rumpus room. Along with this is a choice of informal and formal living spaces, a stunning kitchen with island bench and sliding double doors that leads to the alfresco area. The centerpiece of the yard is the magnificent in ground pool that comes complete with water feature.
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Nestled behind the security of double gates is a grand residence. Stretching across three levels the home enjoys an abundance of living spaces combined with five bedrooms, each with built ins. Two bedrooms offer direct bathroom access, the huge kitchen will please the chef and triple garage will look after the big boy’s toys. The rear grounds easily accommodate the in ground pool, covered entertaining area and are accessed by a beautiful tree lined pathway.
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GLENMORE PARK
OFFERS OVER $670,000
BIG HOME - BIG ON CHARM AND CHARACTER
From the moment you enter through the Cedar timber door entrance, admire the 9 foot high ceilings, quality Australian Baltic timber flooring, the stylish use of Cedar French doors throughout all living areas, lead lighting, and the large open quality timber kitchen. Five large bedrooms all with built ins and the main offering ensuite and walk in robe. The main bathroom has a claw foot bath, and like the rest of the home is large. There are four large living areas, wide verandahs, large storage and use of the roof area, in ground pool, unique BBQ and undercover entertaining with an outside toilet, split air, ceiling fans and double garage.
GLENMORE PARK
$449,950
THE QUIET ACHIEVER
Unassuming from the street this home will hit the mark for those looking for a comfortable home to raise the growing family. Four bedrooms combine with two separate living areas; there is a formal dining area and the comfort of ducted air conditioning throughout. The double garage will look after the cars or storage needs; there is a grassed yard and a space ready for the outdoor setting. Positioned with a peaceful leafy outlook and superbly presented and maintained this one will go straight to the top of your list.
Glenmore Park
Emu Plains
Blaxland
Glenbrook
Cranebrook
Springwood
Emu Plains
Penrith
30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745
91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750
134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774
5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773
Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749
7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777
Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750
429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750
4733 6999
4735 8888
4739 8800 4739 1111 4730 1122 4751 8888 www.jimaitken.com.au
4735 2121
4722 5000 WW407
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Kieran
Craig
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OFFERS OVER $319,950
This design enjoys the main bedroom with ensuite, the kitchen, lounge/dining room and laundry on the lower floor, leaving only the second bathroom and two bedrooms at the top of the stairs. Externally you’ll be greeted by a freshly grassed area complete with paved entertaining area and shade sail.
Brett
Julie
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A STATEMENT OF YOUR SUCCESS
The architecturally designed floor plan has been superbly crafted and will offer a contemporary lifestyle that few can enjoy. Porcelain tiles lead to four bedrooms (TWO with ensuites) all are spacious and complimented by built in robes. The outstanding kitchen with island bench and walk in pantry is the centrepiece of the home and overlooks the casual living space. Ducted air conditioning controls comfort, piped music services the home and alfresco area and security is maximised with the alarm and CCTV system.
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OXLEY PARK
GOVERNMENT INCENTIVES
Three bedroom townhouses with a choice of features. Being sold off the plan. Call now for an inclusions list or a copy of the plans. Investors should expect a return in excess of $400.00 per week. Call one of our Agents today!
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HOW SWEET IT IS!
With a breath of fresh air and three bedrooms with built-in robes to all, this home has a wonderful flow. Boasting polished floor boards, modern kitchen, and bathroom set on the high side of the road and centrally based in Cambridge Park this is a must see. This home comes with single garage and tidy yard with undercover entertaining area. Located within walking distance to schools, shops, and public transport this is a great opportunity for the first home buyer or investor.
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Sharing only a common building insurance this three bedroom home will allow you to enjoy the size of a free standing home will allow you to enjoy the size of a freestanding home with the maintenance of a villa. The kitchen and bathroom have been renovated, it has been freshly painted in and out, offers a covered entertaining area and enjoys street frontage.
Stretching across two levels it offers separate living spaces, a large dining area, rumpus/hobby room and two bathrooms. The yard will expose the green thumb in the family and also accommodates a covered entertaining area. Complete with built in robes, air conditioning, carport and nestled at the end of a cul de sac.
Located moments from Penrith is this great one bedroom unit that will suit the busy executive or investor. Open plan in design and positioned in a security complex it offers all the must haves that you would expect from a modern unit. Basement parking, split system air conditioning, built in robe and an elevated balcony are just some of the features on offer.
Located close to Nepean hospital, this lovely cottage awaits. Featuring good size bedrooms, separate lounge and dining rooms, renovated kitchen, renovated bathroom plus the wiring and plumbing has been updated. With the advantage of multiple parking spaces, this home really does represent great value.
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RENOVATED DETACHED DUPLEX
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CBD – OVER 55’S VILLA
MASTER BUILT FAMILY ESTATE
No need to worry about using the car anymore with this perfectly positioned and immaculately presented over 55’s villa. Featuring a lovely open plan living area off the modern kitchen and enjoying the comfort of air conditioning along with a spacious bathroom and two well-proportioned bedrooms with build in robes. In a small complex of villas you will enjoy the convenience, community and security with everything on your door step. With easy access to buses, less than a minute walk to the local convenience shop and even an easy walk to the CBD. This property is vacant and ready to move into. Strata fees are $445 per quarter. Agent declares an interest.
$1,200,000
Imagine living in this five bedroom home perfectly positioned to make the most of the acre (approx) parcel, you will find oversized formal lounge and dining rooms, casual living spaces boarding lime washed Tasmanian Oak timber kitchen, versatile rumpudeith wood burner, games room, study and master bedroom accompanied with elegant ensuite and walk-in robe, triple garage and 7x10 workshop. Call us today to arrange your private inspection.
Penrith
Emu Plains
Blaxland
Glenbrook
Springwood
Emu Plains
Glenmore Park
Cranebrook
429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750
Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750
134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774
5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773
7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777
91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750
30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745
Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749
4722 5000 4735 2121
4739 8800 4739 1111 4751 8888 4735 8888 www.jimaitken.com.au
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The Spacious Entertainer
Gwandalan
If you are a large family looking for a spacious home you’ll love this four bedroom home with ensuite to main, two living areas, plus exceptional kitchen with caesar stone bench tops, as well as floating timber floors, and ducted air conditioning to stay cool this summer. Outside there is a massive undercover entertaining area for those summertime barbeques, and a double garage which has one half converted and ideal for a teenage/in law retreat that could be converted back quite easily. There is also plenty of room for trucks or caravans, and is located in a very popular North Cranebrook location.
An iconic Emu Plains property rich in History is being offered for sale - an opportunity seldom seen in the area. Resting on over 1,700sqm of land and positioned moments from the Nepean River, Lennox Shopping Centre and Hunter Fields. The four bedroom cottage has been beautifully preserved with many features of yester year still evident. Enclosed verandah’s; timber floors, lead light features and wonderfully high ceilings add to the home’s character. Along with this ducted air conditioning controls comfort, there are built in wardrobes, a double carport and manicured gardens. The current owners have furnished us with many facts about the home’s past which will certainly spike the interest of those who appreciate Emu Plains. Call now for a private viewing.
Cranebrook
Emu Plains
Offers Over $465,000
Contact Jim Aitken + Partners Cranebrook on 4730 1122 • www.jimaitken.com.au
$850,000
Contact Jim Aitken + Partners Emu Plains on 4735 2121 • www.jimaitken.com.au
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6/25 Barlow Street
JAMISONTOWN Ray White Penrith
CLAREMONT MEADOWS Sat 1.00-1.30pm Sat 2.00-2.40pm Sun 1.00-1.30pm
29 Heaton Avenue 2 Watsford Court 29 Heaton Avenue
Michael Ball Realty Jim Aitken Penrith Michael Ball Realty
Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm
14 Greygums Road 5 Knot Street 14 Wallis Glen 100 Andromeda Drive 2 Bootle Place
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14/326 Jamison Road
Ray White Penrith
Sat 11.00-11.30am
3/10-12 Regentville Road
Ray White Penrith
Sat 12.00-12.40pm
62 Pamela Parade
LEONAY
Sat 1.30-2.15pm
78 Galvin Road
Ray White Penrith
Sat 2.45-3.30pm
89 Fifth Avenue
Ray White Penrith
Sat 11.00-11.40am
35 Waterhouse Drive
Sat 11.00-11.40am
62 Marsh Road
Sat 11.00-11.40am
11 Alkoomie Avenue
SILVERDALE Jim Aitken Emu Plains
EMU PLAINS Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 12.00-12.40pm Sat 1.00-1.40pm
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29 Brookdale Terrace 14 Knapsack Street 3A King Street 8 Turella Street
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GLENMORE PARK Sat 11.00-11.30am
29 Alstone Avenue
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43 Booker Road
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27 Springfield Crescent
Jim Aitken Springwood
Sat 2.00-2.40pm
39 Boomerang Road
Jim Aitken Springwood
Sat 11.00-11.30am
6 Bannister Way
Sat 10.00-10.40am
22 Careya Crescent
WERRINGTON COUNTY Michael Ball Realty
Michael Ball Realty
WOODFORD
HAWKESBURY HEIGHTS Jim Aitken Springwood
ROSS FOWLER & CO Chartered Accountants
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pearler with Mick Stonham (Penrith) playing great bowls to be leading most of the game. However, Cliff Fay, also of Penrith kept niggling away to fi nally win the event. It the fi rst time I have heard the winner thanking the bar staff considering neither player nor marker was drinking. Congratulations to the players selected to play Zone 11 at Austral on the 2nd of June. Th is week also saw the Final of the Over 65’s, also at Austral, with John Phelps and Harry Buckley (Blacktown City) playing Reg Jarrott and Barry Cragg (Pitt Town). Results next week.
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What a fantastic improvement for the young Giants on the weekend against the Bombers, who are currently sitting at the top of the table. GWS played their fi rst game of the year at Etihad Stadium last Saturday, and showed great promise after the last few weeks of disappointing games. The Giants led for much of the game, leading at one stage by 28 points in the third quarter. The young team unfortunately then allowed Essendon to score 14 goals to 5 in the second half and come away with a 39 point win. Jeremy Cameron was outstanding up front, kicking 6 straight goals, collecting 12 disposals and 8 marks. It was a great performance by the second year player who was struggling with form over the
Harness Racing Last Thursday night’s main race was the Laurie Vella Memorial named in honour of the late Laurie Vella. A large gathering of the Vella family were there remembering his name. It was a girls’ night out with five of the winners being driven by the fairer sex and three of the winners being trained by the ladies. Race one gave Kate Salathiel the fir st of her double when she drove the perfect race with Stephanie Major (odds of $5.70). Kate then had to wait until race six to get her second winner, with Western Destroyer fi nishing strongly to win at the good odds of $7.30. Lauren Panella drove the fi rst leg of her driving double with Freyberg NZ ($1.60), an ex-kiwi having his fi rst Aussie start and win in the second event. Lauren
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t’s no secret that we wouldn’t be where or who we are without our mums. Mums not only give unconditional love and affection but they’ll also do anything for their kids, like waking up at the crack of dawn for swimming training or paying astronomical fees to keep their child in sport. The Weekender put a call out this week to fi nd Penrith’s ‘Ultimate Sporting Mums’. Mums that take their kids to sporting games across the state every weekend. Mums that get their kids ready for early morning or after school training sessions and wait in the car until they are done. Mums that work tirelessly helping out on committees and boards or volunteering their time in canteens. But it’s not just the mums behind-thescenes doing all the hard work, it’s also the many mums that are playing sport themselves week in, week out, showing their kids how it’s done. Kate Slan aka Hermione Danger is one local mum who loves her sport and loves playing one of the wildest female sports around – roller derby. Ms Slan is a member of the Zombees Roller Derby team, who are part of the Western Sydney Rollers. “There are a whole bunch of people of different shapes and sizes doing derby,” she said. “A lot of the girls are big, tough and tattooed, then there’s people like me who are pampered, little suburban
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housewives.” Another local mum, Lauren South from Jamisontown, has two kids already involved in sport and another about to start her sporting adventure. Ms South’s four-year-old daughter Ashleigh just started her fi rst season of netball with Penrith RSL, and has already
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oung local sports stars with a disability were presented with PATH sporting and community participation awards last Saturday at Xavier College. PATH Inc is a community-based advocacy, information and support group for people with disabilities, their carers, families and friends. 33 youngsters from ages five to 20-years received awards for commitment, overcoming challenges, achievement and
encouraging in their chosen sports. Penrith sports star, Lowndes Motler, 5, received his PATH award for participation and improvement in swimming. His mum, Renee Burg said she was “extremely proud” to see what he can achieve. “Lowndes has been swimming for two years but only started this program at Nepean Swim and Fitness last year,” she said. “Lowndes has a chromosome diagnosis and an autism diagnosis, so doctors weren’t sure how far he would come.” Ms Burg said she credited her son’s instructors for their effort and patience.
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ore than 70 ice skaters from across the state made the trip out west last Saturday evening for the annual Penrith Ice Palace Trophy. Th is year’s event coincided with the 2013 Penrith Valley Figure Skating Club (PVFSC) Championships, which saw local figure skaters battle it out to become Club Champions in their division. “Even though there are a lot of other clubs involved, the highest ranking Penrith skater in each division received a trophy,” Secretary at PVFSC, Janelle Imber said. “Even if our skaters didn’t win the whole event, the highest ranking skater won the Club Champion award because they’re the best in that division for our club.” Ms Imber said this year’s Penrith Ice Palace Trophy was hugely successful and involved every figure skating club in NSW. “It was only the second technical competition of the year, so a lot of people came to Penrith because it gave them a chance to run their new programs for the year for the fi rst time,” she said. “Each competitor performs a 90-second routine and is judged on their technical skills and presentation (performance and execution).” Ms Imber’s daughter, 12-year-old Emily, was named Club Champion in her division of Elementary Ladies, her third straight title. “Emily’s been doing it for four years, since she was 8-years-old,” Ms Imber said. “Figure skating is so athletic, the kids
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he Penrith Emus remain the only Shute Shield team winless in fiv e rounds after they lost their closest game to date last Saturday afternoon against Sydney University. An undermanned Emus side went down to the students 34-15, an incredible achievement considering just under a month ago their inexperienced side were hammered 74-10. Emus coach Sateki Tu’ipulotu was optimistic about the direction his club is heading in. “It’s a case of progression and development,” he said. “A number of these players when they began hadn’t played fi rst grade before, and now they’re starting to get it, understand it and gel together. It makes a lot of difference.” Tu’ipulotu believes his side are still being haunted by crucial errors that they need to rectify if they are to move forward. “The scoreboard on the weekend was there for the taking but unfortunately in crucial areas we didn’t take them,” he said. “Our stats this week are much better than previous weeks concerning missed tackles. We went from 41 missed tackles and now we’re down below the 30 mark, which is surprising. “For me it was the right time to play Sydney Uni but unfortunately we bombed five tries in their own five metre line. It’s just critical execution in critical areas.” Th is Saturday the Emus travel to Coogee
The Penrith Emus in action against Sydney University last weekend.
to take on Randwick. Tu’ipulotu said fans should expect another tight encounter against some familiar faces. “For our players this is a game they
really want because there are four exPenrith players playing for Randwick,” he said. “Randwick are also a rebuilding side but
a lot of the teams in the Shute Shield have players who are playing in academies and with Super Rugby teams as well... we don’t have anyone in that scenario at Penrith.”
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he’s talented, fast and has a mean crossover – meet Penrith basketball’s newest international sensation, Kallie Hovatter, all the way from Virginia, USA. The 23-year-old from North Carolina’s Elon University debuted with her new Panthers Waratah League teammates last Saturday night, just days after getting off a 22-hour fl ight from the US. Speaking to the Weekender after the game, Hovatter said her dream has always been to travel and play basketball overseas. “I’d just graduated and I was communicating with Greg Gibson, the coach of the national team in Finland,” she said. “We were talking about getting me to Finland and then he said he knew of a really good league in Australia and talked about Daniel Fischer (Penrith Men’s Youth League Coach). “I said to him: ‘Daniel Fischer’s been my idol since I was seven-years-old because he came to play basketball in Virginia, where I am from’. “I’d idolised Daniel since I was little and on Tuesday, when I landed, it was the fi rst time I’ve seen him since I was seven. Basketball has brought us along on this journey which is so cool.” The 175cm guard scored 13 points in her opening game for the Panthers but amazingly apologised to her coach, John Hennessy, after the loss to the Sydney
Comets, for not putting in a better performance. Her apology clearly reflects the strict nature of the American college basketball system she’s used to. “I want to win, I hate losing, I can’t help it,” she said. Hovatter isn’t sure what the future will hold during her time Down Under but she plans to stick around for as long as possible and fight her way into the top women’s league in Australia. “I might work my way back to the US one day but I’ve always wanted to travel and play basketball because I’m from a farm and never got out much,” she said. “Australia is beautiful and I’d love to represent this country. I’d like to try out for the WNBL and see where that takes me. But I’m playing for Penrith now and I’m really excited but we have got to start winning some games.” After her 32-minute opening stint last weekend, it’s clear that Hovatter could potentially have a long and fulfilling career in Australia but even she admits she’ll need to get accustomed to the lingo first. “I don’t even know what the coaches are saying,” she joked. “At timeouts I’m like ‘Okay, what did you say to me last time?’ “The lingo’s wonderful. I love listening to you all talk, I could listen to you (Australians) talk all day but if I don’t catch it right away I’ll figure it out.” Hovatter will be looking for an improved showing when Penrith is in action this weekend.
Kallie Hovatter is Penrith Basketball’s newest recruit. Photo: Nathan Taylor.
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The Penrith Rams fi rst grade AFL side are back in the winner’s circle after a victory over the previously unbeaten UTS 66-54. Rams star Luke Donoghue played his 200th game for the club, becoming only the 12th player to do so. Penrith are back up to seventh position on the AFL Sydney Division One ladder. The Penrith Phantoms’ ice hockey team have fi nally recorded their fi rst win of the season, and it was a beauty, defeating the top of the table Liverpool Titans 2-1. Captain George Kozumplik was thrilled with his side’s courage and commitment. “We focused on defence and we played a very disciplined game, not allowing any breakaways or unmarked players in front of our goal,” he said.
“Th is allowed us to open up centre ice and we were able to counter attack well. The deserved win will defi nitely give us a much-needed confidence boost.” Th is Sunday, May 12, the Phantoms will look to go back to back when they meet the Canterbury Kings at Penrith Ice Palace. The St Clair Crows AFL Club have received a $20,000 Community Building Partnerships Grant from the NSW State Government. The much needed funds will go towards an undercover awning at Cook Park, St Marys. Club Registrar, Richard O’Keefe said that the new awning will provide a sheltered viewing area for spectators. “The awning will be installed on the existing building and will give us a shaded area so that parents and siblings don’t have to sit in the sun, wind or rain whilst watching games,” he said. Glenmore Park Netball Club will be holding a Trivia Night on Saturday, May 24 at Penrith Golf Club. For more information contact Nicole Preissl on 0407 234 360 or Clare Cavanagh-Wright on 0400 207 701. If you would like your sporting results, club event or anything sports related mentioned in ‘Around the Grounds’ next week please email nathan.taylor@ mediaview.com.au or call 4722 2998.
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so happy to come away with the round win, which is our fi rst since the Gold Coast last year.” The V8 Series heads to the Top End for round three at Hidden Valley Raceway from June 14, where Sieders will look to continue his form and try to make further inroads on the Championship title fig ht. “We’ve been strong at Darwin for the past couple of years,” Sieders said. “We’ve had plenty of pace, and still hold the lap record there from 2011. We’ve also had two poles and plenty of race wins... so hopefully this is a box we can tick this time around.”
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number of Western Sydney Wanderers players are among a group of 35 in the hunt to be part of one of the biggest games in Australian football history. The top 35 players selected by fans for the inaugural Foxtel A-League All Stars match were revealed this week, with seven Wanderers players up for one of the coveted positions in the side. The All Stars will debut against English Premier League Champions, Manchester United, on Saturday, July 20 at ANZ Stadium. In the fi rst stage of All Star selection, over 30,000 votes were cast by fans who were able to choose from 10 A-League clubs in picking 15 player squads. Fans were also able to select their preferred formation. The fans vote accounts for 50 per cent of the fi nal 18-man squad selected from all eligible players who will take on United in July. Wanderers stars Shinji Ono (midfie lder) and Nikolai Topor-Stanley (defender) were the top players chosen in their positional
Shinji Ono is a favourite with the fans. Photo: Melinda Jane.
category, along with Sydney FC’s Alessandro Del Piero (striker) and Central Coast’s Mat Ryan (goalkeeper). Other Western Sydney players to make the cut were goalkeeper Ante Covic; defender Michael Beauchamp; midfielders Youssouf Hersi and Aaron Mooy; and striker Mark Bridge.
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