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BOTTLE ATTACK A teenager has been injured after a glass bottle was thrown at her from a moving vehicle. The 19-year-old woman was leaving her workplace at a local shopping centre in Penrith and was waiting to cross the road at a set of traffic lights. A yellow or green coloured Holden Commodore has driven past her, and a glass bottle was thrown from the vehicle, striking her on the hip. Police are investigating.
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Water to be transported to fire crews fighting the Blue Mountains blaze is loaded onto a truck at Storage King in Penrith on Tuesday. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Penrith’s community spirit shines during fire tragedy
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he Penrith community has shown enormous spirit this week by pitching in to help our neighbours in crisis as one of the worst bushfi re emergencies in the State’s history wreaked unimaginable havoc throughout the Blue Mountains. The worst hit regions have been Springwood and Winmalee, but throughout the Mountains there have been stories of family homes being destroyed and livelihoods torn apart. Hundreds of properties have been destroyed or damaged in the blaze.
Just hours after the fi re took hold last Thu rsday, the amazing generosity within the Penrith community was on show, with hundreds of residents donating blankets and other goods to be sent to evacuation centres. Numerous appeals and collection points were launched as locals chipped in – the smoke-fil led Blue Mountains that had replaced the usually picturesque views from the Penrith Valley a constant reminder of the tragedy unfolding just kilometres away. One of the big collection points has been at Storage King in Penrith, where residents have dropped off everything from clothes and toiletries to bottled water.
At the Penrith Musical Comedy Company’s performances of ‘Avenue Q’ last weekend, some $1,600 was raised by audience members who chipped in after the show to assist in the appeal. “We will be collecting again at our performances this weekend and we really want to thank our audiences for their amazing generosity to help others in a time of need,” said Penrith Musical Comedy Company’s Grant Jones. Westcare has announced that its Steps of Hope community fun day scheduled for Regatta Park at Emu Plains tomorrow will become a collection point for blankets and new underwear for victims of the fi re tragedy. Continues Page Six and Seven
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Rough ride for Fernhill event Debate in Council after tickets go on sale to race day prior to DA approval The u pcoming Pic nic R ace Day at Fernhill wa s ann ounced with mu ch fanfare earlier this month, but there was one problem: Council hadn’t approved it
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enrith Councillors are disgruntled after they were asked to give approval to the Picnic Race Day at Fernhill Estate after tickets to the event had already been sold. At the Ordinary Meeting on Monday evening, councillors were presented with the development application for the Race Day to be held on November 9. However, tickets are already on sale for the event, ranging from $30 for general admission to over $200 for packages. “Th is puts Council in a really diffic ult position – if we said no to the event then we would have every shock jock complaining that Council has too much power, and if we said yes and something goes wrong, it’s lose-lose,� Cr Jim Aitken said. He said he had some concerns about safety at the event too because developments had taken place on the property without Council’s approval. “There are have been some developments that have taken place without Council’s approval and Council has dealt with these matters appropriately, but it is concerning and disappointing that due process was not followed,� he said. Cr Jackie Greenow said she was disappointed with Fernhill given that the ticketing system has no limit on the overall number of people attending the event. “I really feel like I have been put over a barrel,� she said. “There are 20,000 tickets for sale... but this does not include children under 14 who do not need a ticket to attend, so we could have every ticketed person turning up with a tribe of children and have no
Politicians and local personalities gather at the launch of the Picnic Race Day in early October. Inset: Tripp family.
way of knowing how many people are there.� Concerns about traffic management for future events at Fernhill Estate were raised by local Mulgoa resident, Karen Callinan. “I live on Farm Road and our main concern is the traffic diversions down this rural, narrow road. We are not against the Fernhill event, but are asking that in the
future main event traffic stick to main roads,� she said. Brenda Tripp, CEO of Fernhill, said that doubts about safety are unfounded and that the event is a massive coup. “We appreciate and take seriously all these concerns... but this event is a fi rst for Penrith and for Sydney,� she said. “Th is event has certainly generated a lot
of interest in Penrith and will overall have a positive impact on the community.� Councillors did agree that Fernhill is an excellent commercial opportunity for Penrith, and so a majority vote saw permission granted for the event despite Councillors Jackie Greenow, Jim Aitken and Karen McKeown voting against the proposal.
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Firstly I pay tribute to the families that lost their houses and all of their belongings in the fi res that impacted Springwood, Winmalee and Yellow Rock last Thu rsday. That day is etched in my memory forever. It started out as a normal day – I went to work and had a couple of meetings in Penrith. I remember sitting with my friend Rob Ely at York Jewellers when my brigade pager was activated asking all crews to stand by at their stations urgently. I knew the wind was bad but what was happening? I immediately diverted my attention to arriving at Llandilo Station. On arrival it was calm, and we were placed on stand by for the local region. Our category one vehicle led by our captain had already left to be placed on stand by as part of a strike team. The word was they were heading to Mittagong, but that soon changed in a heartbeat. I remained at the station with fellow members Lance Fraser and one of our newest members Cassie, nervously sitting at the station knowing that her fi rst fi re could be big. Early afternoon the fi rst word came through that a fi re had just started in Springwood. We responded immediately to our head office along with four other tankers – we weren’t sure where we would be sent, all reports suggested the Mountains fi re wasn’t that bad so we might be off to Mittagong too. On arrival we met our crew leader Rick Burns and his son Ben, another about to embark on his fi rst ever massive fi re. The call came within minutes, “Go, go Singles Ridge Road, Winmalee”. Our task? Property protection. As driver, I drove into Sunny Ridge Road and there was nothing we could do – houses were on fi re everywhere. We then drove into Singles Ridge Road and it was ‘game on’ from that very second. Everywhere we looked, houses were
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burning, people panicking, sirens blaring, gas bottles exploding, telegraph poles on fi re, people running for their lives. We saved many houses that day however one house is etched in my memory forever – 150 Singles Ridge Road. The entire back deck was on fi re – the house was on the verge of being destroyed – however we had one truck, ability and passion. We started the fi re fight of our lives. If something could have gone wrong at that moment it did, but we are well trained and when something goes wrong we fix it. We had fi re burn through two of our hoses. “Lay more hose,” I yelled as Lance and Rick waited patiently to commence fighting the fi re. They called through the radios “water on” but little did they know our hoses were burnt. We rolled out new hoses and they split. Just the luck of the draw I thought. Let’s roll out more but this time lets go straight out of the mains I thought. With that we set up a direct attack, direct from our stand pipe and commenced saving this house. As Lance and Rick pumped water into the flames I heard a scream for help coming from the house. I immediately raced in, visibility poor, smoke was down to almost the floor. I cleared every room and thankfully there was no one in the house. My mind must have been playing tricks on me. We saved that house and that gives the boys from Llandilo a great sense of achievement, knowing that through this devastation there is one family in their house tonight. I want to pay tribute to the men and women of the Rural Fire Service who drop everything to help fellow Aussies. Th is is the greatest organisation on the planet. There is none other where one minute you can be going about your work then the next you have your life on the line. I have shed a tear for the victims and my heart goes out to them as they deal with the shock and awe that a wildfir e can bring so suddenly into your life. I have not had a chance to get back to 150 Singles Ridge Road but it is something our crew would love to do – fi ngers crossed the house didn’t get destroyed after we left.
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housands of train passengers were left stranded on Wednesday morning when the Western Line between Penrith and Blacktown was shut down during the peak period. The Transport Management Centre issued information to the media at 7am, confi rming that trains in both directions were halted due to overhead wiring being damaged at St Marys. While some commuters found other means of transport to get to work and HSC exams, others lined up for hours for replacement bus services, which were hastily organised. Trains resumed operating between Penrith and Blacktown just before 10am. Clare Tokareff was on a train that was hit by the overhead wiring. “One cable was live and was hitting our train before it was turned off,� she wrote on the Weekender Facebook page. “Took an hour and a half for our train to be evacuated and we had to walk over the tracks back to St Marys.� Many local commuters vented their frustration at the situation on social media websites. “My son is still waiting for a bus at St Marys and he has to do a presentation for Uni. He’s been told they’re on the way. He’s been there since 7am,� one Weekender Facebook follower said at about 9am Wednesday. “It’s chaos at Penrith. I was there at 7.50am to catch the new 7.59am and the
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There was criticism of Sydney Trains for the way information was provided to those waiting at stations. When stories like this happen, you can turn to us to keep you completely up to date. Follow us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/westernweekender or Twitter @wwpenrith.
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Continued from front page Collection points were also set up at Contours in Emu Plains and Little & Rabie Betta Electrical at Jamisontown. The Penrith Valley Business Enterprise Centre is offering assistance to those businesses in the Mountains who need help lodging insurance claims or getting back on their feet after the tragedy. Plans are also underway for a fundraising concert to be presented by the Penrith Musical Comedy Company, Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and the Western Weekender on November 18. The Animal Welfare League (AWL) shelter at Kemps Creek has been offering temporary emergency shelter for dogs, cats and livestock. “One of the most stressful things during a bushfi re emergency is caring for and relocating pets. We want people to know that we’re here to support them with emergency sheltering and veterinary care,” said Simone Maher, AWL Veterinarian. Purina Australia delivered food, collars, collapsible cages and bowls to AWL’s Kemps Creek shelter for those in need. Nepean Hospital has been extremely busy during the crisis, treating patients directly affected by the fi res and taking in staff and patients from Springwood Hospital, which was evacuated as a precaution last Saturday afternoon. Last Sunday, NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell declared a State of Emergency for NSW in relation to the fi re emergency. “Th is is not an action taken lightly by
Fire destroyed this property and vehicle at Winmalee. Photo: Matt Black Productions.
either the Commissioner, the Minister or myself, but it’s important the Rural Fire Service and other emergency services have the powers and the resources they need to combat this threat,” Mr O’Farrell said. Declaring a State of Emergency means emergency services personnel can direct the public to evacuate an area or not enter an area; can order power and gas supplies
to be shut off; can shore up or pull down buildings; and can enter premises to facilitate the exercise of these powers. Mayor of Penrith, Ross Fowler expressed his condolences to Penrith’s “friends and cousins of the Blue Mountains”. “I have been in contact with the Mayor of the Blue Mountains, Mark Greenhill and Penrith General Manager, Alan Stoneham has spoken with Blue
Mountains General Manager Robert Greenwood, and we have offered them all of Penrith City Council’s resources,” Cr Fowler said. “Once the crisis eases and the recovery process begins, it will be easier to determine what resources the Blue Mountains might need. “I am proud that the people of Penrith have been so quick to help out.”
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The Insurance Council of Australia (ICA) sent a team of disaster specialists to the Springwood recovery centre to help bushfi re policyholders with questions about their insurance claims. ICA CEO Rob Whelan said insurance assessors were also starting to review claims, and would continue to assess the damage once emergency services allowed them access to affected areas.
“The ICA and insurance companies are focusing on helping policyholders affected by this catastrophe,” Mr Whelan said. “All insurers are prioritising bushfir e claims, and I urge anyone who knows they have been affected to contact their insurer as soon as they can to lodge a claim, even if they are not yet sure of the extent of the damage.” As if the crisis wasn’t bad enough for
those affected, police have also had to deal with claims of looting. “It’s beyond comprehension that with thousands of homes and lives being at risk, people think it’s clever or funny to benefit from the community’s heartache,” said NSW Police Commissioner, Andrew Scipione. Mr Scipione said police would be out in force conducting regular patrols.
With so many fi re fighters working to contain the blaze, including many from interstate, Panthers at Penrith has shown enormous generosity to house and feed some 750 volunteers. Panthers Group CEO Warren Wilson said 300 were housed in a “tent city” on Tuesday with that number rising to around 750 by Wednesday, when crews were on high alert.
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Union pleads for cuts to stop As fires burn through the Mountains, questions arise about resources and funds
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ountless fi re fighters have been battling the destructive bush fi res that have swept through the Blue Mountains this week. But the stark images of blackened, scarred ridges and flattened house blocks are just as stark as the resource crisis that faces our fi re fighters, who enter this fir e season under-resourced. According to the Fire Brigade Employees’ Union Secretary, Jim Casey, fi re fighters have been struggling with budget cuts and the worst is yet to come. “The O’Farrell Government has over their four-year term planned budget cuts in the order of $64 million for Fire and Rescue NSW,” he said. “In the fi rst year the budget was cut by $7 million and the second year by $14 million. We have already been warning the community about rotation closures of stations, which is just the fi rst reaction to these cuts – next year the budget will be cut by $18 million and the year after $25 million.” According the most recent Fire and Rescue NSW annual report, the number of fi re fighting staff has declined from 6,898 to 6,821 between 2010-11 and 2011-12. FRNSW Commissioner, Greg Mullins, says in the report that, “the forecasts include longer and more intense fir e seasons” and that “less water, higher energy prices and budgetary constraints... are among the array of issues confronting FRNSW”.
The Rural Fire Service declares in its most recent annual report that the number of full time fi re officers has fallen by 0.5 per cent and the number of on call fi re fig hters has fallen by 1.7 per cent over the same two-year period. The State Government’s 2013-14 budget papers also reveal staffin g cuts. Staff numbers in the Emergency Management group have steadily declined from 2,712 in 2010-11 to 2,661 in 2012-13 with that number predicted to remain the same this year. The State Budget attributes this decline, “largely due to retirements, resignations and medical discharges”. There has been no increase in the number of full time equivalent staff assigned to the Community Safety group in FRNSW since 2009-10 – the group that “covers improved risk management by ensuring effective fi re protection and developing resilient, emergency-ready communities”. In the Department of Rural Fire Services, the group responsible for Community Safety has had staff reduced from 65 to 38 between 2010-11 and 2012-13. Staff handling Emergency Bushfi re Response Operations have been cut from 755 to a forecast of 730 staff between 2012-13 and 2013-14. Mr Casey says the Government is “making a terrible mistake”. “We are heading into a terrible fir e season and these cuts need to be reversed immediately to avoid a tragedy,” he said. “The problem also now facing us is that this particular crisis in the Blue Mountains is blowing the budget and this
Volunteer fire fighters during the Blue Mountains emergency this week.
means there will be an increased pressure on the remaining budget.” A spokesperson for Emergency Services Minister, Michael Gallacher, denied the claims. “There are over 1,000 additional fir e fighters deployed during this Blue
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PUBLIC EXHIBITION Proposed Adoption of the Asbestos Policy Council has recently developed an Asbestos Policy that provides details on Council’s commitment to asbestos management as an organisation and for the community. The Policy is based on the Model Asbestos Policy for NSW Councils developed by the Heads of Asbestos Coordination Authorities. The Policy is now on public exhibition and may be viewed at Council’s offices during normal business hours until 22 November 2013. Copies may also be obtained from Council’s website. For any questions or enquiries please contact Council’s Environmental Health Department on 4732 8055. Submissions on the policy are invited and will be received by Council until 5pm on 22 November 2013. Submissions should be addressed to the General Manager and can be mailed to PO Box 60, Penrith, NSW 2751 or emailed to council@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au Under the provisions of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 any submissions about the policy that contain personal information, such as information that identifies you etc, will form part of Council’s document management system.
PUBLIC NOTICES Notification Under Section 47a Local Government Act 1993 s The 1st Erskine Park Scout Hall is currently occupying land on Part of Lot 166, DP 26029, 13 Bennett Road, Colyton which is classified as ‘Community’ land under Council’s Plans of Management. The current Lessee, Scouts Australia NSW, has requested Council grant them a new five (5) year Licence over the premises for the purpose of operating from a Scout Hall for its members. s The 1st St Marys Scout Hall is currently occupying land on Part of Lot 2, DP 748871, 22 Charles Hackett Drive, St Marys which is classified as ‘Community’ land under Council’s Plans of Management.
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Shared-Use Roads – Bicycle Logos in the St Marys Town Centre Council is implementing shared-use roads in the existing 40km per hour High Pedestrian Activity Area in the St Marys Town Centre. Bike logos will be painted in the middle of the lanes to ensure drivers are aware of bicycles on the road. Council is promoting the use of bicycles in the town centre, especially for trips less than 5km. While it is desirable for separate bicycle lanes or paths, this is not possible in the town centre.
Section 96 modification to an approved six (6) lot conditions. 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 28 October 2013 to 11 November 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
In shared-use roads, bicycle riders can travel in the middle of traffic lanes, along with all other road users.
number DA09/0479.02.
The shared-use roads will promote active transport, and reduce vehicle speed and the risk of accidents between bicycle riders and vehicles. It will mean more room for riders than bicycle-only lanes, decreasing the risk of ‘dooring’ from parked vehicles.
Aaron Howard on 4732 7774.
No car parking spaces will be harmed in this project!
For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact
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Lots 11, 12 & 13 DP 1188154 (No. 128–146) Smith Road, Castlereagh Environmental protection works – site remediation works including disposal of asbestos material and removal of an underground storage tank
s The 1st South Penrith Scout Hall is currently occupying land on Part of Lot 88, DP 703021, 70 Glenbrook Street, Jamisontown which is classified as ‘Community’ land under Council’s Plans of Management.
Remember, bicycle riders must obey the road rules, including stopping at red lights or stop signs, giving way and using hand signals when changing direction (not stopping). For left and right turns, special attention should be paid to the rights of way, which include giving way to traffic (including bicycles) already in a lane, and pedestrians. Just as bicycle riders have responsibilities when using the road, they also have the right, like other vehicles, to use the road and be shown courtesy and care by other road users.
The current Lessee, Scouts Australia NSW, has requested Council grant them a new five (5) year Lease over the premises for the purpose of operating this facility as a Scout Hall for its youthful members.
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submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation
Pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council.
objection are to be specified in the submission.
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.
For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact
The current Lessee, Scouts Australia NSW, has requested Council grant them a new five (5) year Lease over the premises for the purpose of operating this facility as a Scout Hall for its youthful members.
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For the above notices: Submissions in writing may be made to Council by the public concerning the above proposal within thirty (30) days from the date of this notification and addressed to Penrith City Council C/- Property Development Department, PO Box 60, Penrith 2750. For further information please call Peter Blazek on 4732 7668.
Classification of Land Local Government Act 1993 In accordance with Section 34 of the Local Government Act, 1993 Council gives notice of its intention to resolve to classify upon acquisition the lands listed hereunder as ‘operational land’. Any submissions must be received within 28 days of this notice. Enquiries may be directed to Katrina Parker on 4732 7686. Schedule s Lot C DP 158845, 44 Station Street, Penrith Commercial lease
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The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the NSW Office of Water – Water Management Act 2000. 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 28 October 2013 to 27 November 2013. Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a
is made by way of an objection, the grounds of The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA13/1153. Aimee Lee on 4732 7429 Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts
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Lot 128 DP 1172506 (No.3) Braeburn Street, Caddens Front Fence 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.
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 Viewing of Development Applications 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.
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COMMUNITY SATISFACTION SURVEY RESULTS Penrith residents have given Council an overall tick of approval and some valuable feedback through the 2013 Community Survey.
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Overall resident satisfaction with Council’s performance was ‘moderately high’, with 69% of respondents rating their satisfaction between 7 and 10. Penrith City Mayor Ross Fowler OAM said the survey is one important way that Council builds an understanding of the priorities, expectations and needs of local communities. “The positive results show we’re getting many things right and gives insight into things we need to focus on or improve into the future,” he said.
CONTACT US ADMINISTRATION Penrith Office Civic Centre, 601 High Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. St Marys Office 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: council@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). Graffiti Hotline: Freecall 1800 022 182
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COUNCIL BRIEFS s Penrith Council is starting to plan now for Youth Week 2014 which runs from 4–13 April. If you are part of a local non-profit organisation which is going to run activities during Youth Week, Council can help.
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$6,000 will be distributed to plan and implement activities which will help promote a positive image of young people. Applications close 8 November 2013. For more information call 4732 7838.
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s Council supports Seniors Week activities through a grants program. Community organisations are invited to submit applications for funds to help with events they are planning for Seniors Week in 2014. The grant round is now open and closes on 1 November 2013. For further information regarding the 2014 Seniors Week Grants Program call Diane Boyde on 4732 7830. s The popular Sunday Siestas are returning to the Nepean River, Tench Reserve on Sunday, 17 November and 15 December between 1pm and 6pm.
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RUNNING YOUR CLUB NSW SPORT & RECREATION WORKSHOP
There will be free live entertainment, many family activities and quality market stalls to check out. For more information go to penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/sundaysiestas/ or phone 4732 7652.
PUBLIC NOTICE Penrith International Friendship Committee Annual General Meeting The Penrith International Friendship Committee is holding its Annual General Meeting: When: Tuesday, 12 November 2013, 7.30pm
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Respondents were asked to give both an importance and satisfaction rating of 0–10 about Council’s services and facilities.
This ‘check-up’ for your sporting club or association provides a range of self-assessment tools that will improve the health of your club or ensure it stays in good shape. This workshop will help you to: s !SSESS THE STATE OF YOUR CLUB CONSTITUTION AND RULES s 5NDERSTAND THE LEGAL AND GOVERNANCE OBLIGATIONS OF YOUR CLUB
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The Penrith International Friendship Committee aims to foster friendship, communication and understanding between people internationally. It also encourages and facilitates the participation of the people of Penrith in cultural, educational, sporting and social activities with international links established by the City.
Where: Penrith Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith
All interested members of the public are welcome to attend and become a member of the Penrith International Friendship Committee, which would enable nomination for positions on the Executive. For further information about the Committee, please visit www.pifc.org.au or contact Council on 4732 7736.
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Residents of Allsopp Drive, Cambridge Gardens received a ‘warning’ letter.
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esidents in Cambridge Gardens opened their mailboxes last week to fi nd an anonymous ‘warning’ letter, labelled by local police as a “scare campaign”. The letter, a ‘Warning To Residents’, depicts a photo of a house on Allsopp Drive and contains information regarding the purchase of the home by Marist Youth Care to house troubled youth. The letter contains allegations about the occupants. “Th is is a warning to residents of the
area surrounding 4 Allsopp Drive Cambridge Gardens to be cautious with the occupants of this premises,” the letter reads. The letter contains the contact details for Penrith Police however, the local LAC had not been informed of the letter until shown by the Weekender this week. “The people that reside in places like this are youth in crisis and are not criminals. It is disappointing to see that someone is starting up a scare campaign without putting their name to it,” said Penrith Local Area Commander, Supt Brett McFadden.
Dignitaries at the opening of Penrith’s new ‘pop up’ park on Monday. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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he highly anticipated ‘pop up’ park at the corner of High Street and Henry Street is offic ially open for business. A formal opening of the recreational space aimed at attracting more people to the western end of High Street was held on Monday afternoon. Taking in the amazing transformation, Mayor Ross Fowler expressed his surprise at just how quickly the park was constructed. “I see that when they said it was a pop
up park, they really meant ‘pop up’ because six days ago this park wasn’t here,” he said. The empty gathering space and shopping strip has been replaced with concrete climbing blocks, vibrant garden beds, grassy knolls and brightly painted street games. “Th is is a landmark initiative for our CBD. It is the proof of the positive, fast-paced transformation that can happen when community and business drive creative solutions to energise our City, with Council seeing through their vision,” Councillor Fowler said.
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Bottle thrown from car: Teenage girl injured A teenager has been injured after a glass bottle was thrown at her from a moving vehicle in Penrith on Friday, October 18. The 19-year-old woman was leaving her workplace at a local shopping centre and was waiting to cross the road at a set of traffic lights. At about 6.40pm, a yellow or green coloured Holden Commodore has driven past her in an easterly direction. A glass bottle was thrown from the vehicle as it passed the woman, striking her on the hip. The bottle broke, causing the woman pain and some small cuts. Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to contact Penrith Police. “The consequences of throwing objects out of cars can be fatal,” said Penrith Local Area Command Crime Manager, Grant Healey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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enrith Council will make a bid to the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) to have the intersection of The Northern Road and Andromeda Drive upgraded after numerous complaints from residents. But the process is not likely to be easy, with Council and the RMS in disagreement over whose responsibility the intersection is. Earlier this year, Council upgraded the intersection, which included a median island stop treatment and painted island, together with changed “give way” priorities. The upgrade was to treat an accident trend where vehicles turning right into Andromeda Drive were being hit by through traffic on The Northern Road. However, residents like Belinda Connon say they want the intersection returned to its original state. “Originally, there were a few accidents when people were turning into Andromeda Drive and were impatient and didn’t see oncoming traffic . Now, the problem is that the whole intersection is confusing,” Ms Connon said. “At a normal intersection, if you are going to turn left into a road you have the right of way, but now with the changes, those turning left into Andromeda must give way to the traffic turning right into the road... but everyone is looking at each other wondering what is going on.” There have been eight accidents at the intersection between January 2008 to December 2012. Councillor John Thain would like the safety concerns fixed. “There have been a lot more accidents at this intersection, they may not all have been reported to police though,” he said. The problem however, is that The Northern Road is a state road and Andromeda Drive is a local road.
Caught red handed: Wallacia woman busted Police have handed a woman a Criminal Infringement Notice after she was found stealing a number of items from a local store. The 53-year-old woman from Wallacia was shopping at a grocery store in Station Street, Penrith at about 12.45pm on Monday, October 21. She was found by police stealing grocery items and was subsequently handed a Criminal Infringement Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Belinda Connon and her family at the intersection.
A memorandum sent to all Councillors last month stated that “Council does not have the budget or resources to treat accidents... that relate to the State Road. Council wrote to the RMS on several occasions regarding safety at this intersection”. A report to the Local Traffic Committee, which was approved by councillors on Monday evening, recommended that Council again make representations to RMS for approval to upgrade the intersection and investigate the provision of traffic signals at the intersection.
Police are urging local pharmacists to check all medical prescriptions for authenticity following an incident earlier this month. On Wednesday, October 9, a 33-year-old male attended a local pharmacy at about 11.45am and produced a doctor’s certificate. Suspecting the certificate to be forged, the pharmacist contacted local police. Following an investigation, it was found that the man had purchased the script in order to obtain medications. He was charged with two counts of forging a prescription, possessing goods in custody, breaching his current bail arrangement and attempting to possess prohibited drugs. The man is due to appear in Penrith Local Court on November 11. In the meantime, police recommend that local pharmacists remain vigilant and wary of all prescriptions, especially those that are hand written. If in doubt, pharmacists are advised to call police who can investigate such matters. They can call their local station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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St Marys manufacturer is asking for a level playing field when it comes to importing and exporting raw materials. Concept Paints, founded in 1994 in St Marys, is the only Australian manufacturer of automotive industrial paints and competes against several overseas businesses. However, Marketing Manager Tony di Matteo says that the business is being disadvantaged because the importation of some raw materials used to make the paints is not allowed; however, the same materials in fi nished product form can be imported. “The business was started 20 years ago by brothers Joseph and Tony Kaltoum. Joe was an industrial chemist and saw that there were no local producers of automotive paints and thought it was a good industry to compete in,” Mr di Matteo said. Now selling over 1,000 specialised products, the St Marys business wants to expand but is being limited by regulations. “Many of the raw materials used to make our products are imported, but in Australia we have very strict regulations and so some of the necessary materials cannot be brought in for research and development,” Mr di Matteo said. “But our competitors, who manufacture their products using those raw materials, import the fi nished products – so as you can see it is not favouring local
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COUNCIL SNAPSHOT Councillor Tricia Hitchen has raised concerns about traffic congestion on The Northern Road, South Penrith, due to vehicles waiting to turn right into Bringelly Road on behalf of State Penrith MP, Stuart Ayres. At the Local Traffic Committee, she said that right-turn vehicles queue beyond the right-turn lane and into the through lane, particularly during the morning peak. The Northern Road is a state road under the control and management of the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS). The RMS will be requested to consider the length of queue for right-turning vehicles from The Northern Road into Bringelly Road, together with an additional left-turn lane for northbound vehicles on The Northern Road to turn into Maxwell Street. Councillor Marcus Cornish has requested that the car park located on the corner of Reserve Street and Woodriff Street, Penrith, be resealed and linemarked to allow for better use of the facility and maximising car parking spaces. The property is currently owned by Penrith City Council however is vacant. The 54th Annual Floodplain Management Association (FMA) Conference will be held in Deniliquin from May 20 to 23 next year. Penrith City Councillors Greg Davies, Jim Aitken, Jackie Greenow, Kevin Crameri and Michelle Tormey will be in attendance to discuss flood mitigation and liability.
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he State Government says it will examine the possibility of making phone data available to police during road accident investigations in response to an inquiry into driver distractions released earlier this year. The Staysafe Inquiry Report tabled to parliament earlier this year found that an increasing number of people are using their mobile phones while driving. 40 per cent of respondents to an NRMA survey said they used their phones, with 88 per cent of those making phone calls, 68 per cent reporting that they read emails and texts, 40 per cent used phone apps, 38 per cent took photos and 25 per cent updated social media – all while driving. Currently police have few options when it comes to determining the influence of mobile phones in crash situations. “According to NSW Police, the use of mobile phones and other devices is under-reported because of difficulty in detecting their use in crash events,” the report said. “No powers are currently prescribed under Road Transport legislation compelling a driver involved in a crash to give police access to or to compel the surrender of a mobile phone.” While phones may be seized under the Law Enforcement Powers and Responsibilities Act, this requires supporting evidence that the phone was used at the time of the crash. President of the Police Association NSW, Scott Weber, said additional police powers to access mobile phone data would be very beneficial. “Crash Investigations and Highway Patrol could utilise it for serious accidents especially when we have an unexplained collision with minimal witnesses,” he explained.
Too many of us are using mobile phones while driving.
“Even the simple rear ender [traffic accident] could be investigated quickly and the real cause could be ascertained.” The State Government said that the issue will be investigated further: “Th is may include consideration of reforms to provide police with more timely and increased access to information”.
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Council has received an application for a shop and pharmacy to open up at 1/84 Old Bathurst Road, Emu Plains. The shop would sell toilet paper, washing powder, tissues, shampoo and conditioner, deodorants, baby needs, hair care, nappies, shaving products for men and toiletries for women, confectionery, snacks, drinks, milk, bread and newspapers. As part of the neighbourhood shop it is also proposed to provide a local pharmacy service.
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Aussie emotion is second to none. Fighting the fi res was very tough but thoughts are with those that have lost everything. We stopped counting the houses destroyed at almost one hundred. Th is will take a while to recover from. There are so many amazing stories from the fi re ground. Well done to every single fellow RFS volunteer especially those that came from miles away to help. Thumbs up to the cops, ambulance personnel, residents and the good old butcher at Winmalee shops who dragged out his BBQ – big thumbs up to him. Graham Chapman, via Facebook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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orkCover has issued a warning to all workers, encouraging them to take precautions against the hot
conditions. With soaring temperatures expected over the summer months ahead, the risks of fatigue and heat stroke are increasing, especially for those working outdoors. “Businesses and workers, especially those working in heat-related conditions, need to be vigilant to the risks of working in high temperatures,” said General Manager of WorkCover’s Work Health and Safety Division, John Watson. “Fatigue and heat-stress can affect a worker’s health, reducing their performance and productivity, and increasing the chance of a workplace injury through the reduced ability to concentrate, recognise risks and communicate effectively. “Businesses and workers should work in partnership to protect themselves from the effects of working in the heat.” Symptoms including nausea, dizziness, general weakness and fainting or collapsing. Among concerns about heat-related illnesses, the threat of serious conditions relating to sun exposure is also important. Penrith Panthers employ four outergrounds staff, who specifically work outdoors on the club’s extensive grounds. Two additional workers are employed to maintain the grounds surrounding
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Those who work outdoors are being encouraged to take precautions against the summer heat. Photo: Melinda Jane.
Centrebet Stadium. Staff are issued with protective gear including sunscreen, wide-brimmed hats, long sleeved clothing and UV protective sunglasses to reduce the risk of sun exposure.
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enrith Anglican College Chairman, Vanda Gould has been stood down from the role after he was arrested by the Australian Federal Police (AFP) last week. Mr Gould was arrested at his Chatswood home on Tuesday, October 15, after a joint Australian Taxation Offic e (ATO) and AFP investigation into tax evasion and money laundering. It is alleged that Mr Gould, along with two other men who were arrested on the
Bridge update A revised location of the eastern landing for the Nepean River Green Bridge was released this week based on feedback from the local community. State Penrith MP Stuart Ayres said the new alignment will run through the old Log Cabin property on Memorial Avenue at Penrith, with the landing to be redeveloped into a recreational precinct. “During consultation, the community raised concerns including the need for privacy of surrounding residences while also offering a safe and secure crossing. Moving the alignment closer to the Victoria Bridge was also raised by the community,” he said. Mr Ayres said the new eastern landing location at the old Log Cabin property offers greater distance from, and privacy for surrounding residences.
same day, had established a complicated network of off-shore companies used to carry out business in Australia. Profits were held offshore, untaxed and were later transferred to Australian companies, owned by the men, disguised as loans amounting to a combined five-year benefit of around $4.9 million. “The AFP continues to work closely with partner agencies such as the ATO to protect the Australian economy from money laundering schemes and the criminal abuse of our tax system,” said AFP Manager of Criminal Assets, Matt Rippon.
Faster clean-up NSW is currently experiencing one of the worst fi re seasons in 10 years which has damaged or destroyed properties across the State. In response, WorkCover NSW is waiving the five-day asbestos removal work notification timeframe to allow immediate clean-up of asbestos debris. WorkCover NSW Work Health and Safety Division General Manager, John Watson said under usual circumstances, the legislation requires a five-day waiting period before asbestos is removed. “Th is five-day timeframe allows for WorkCover to review the adequacy of safety systems and site arrangements,” Mr Watson said. However WorkCover is fast-tracking assessments to ensure fi re damaged asbestos can be removed quickly.
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Drugs matter dismissed: A Defqon.1 festival attendee appeared before Penrith Local Court this week charged with drug related offences. The man was questioned by police at the festival, which took place at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in September this year, and was found to be hiding an amount of prohibited drugs down the front of his pants. The man plead guilty to the possession of 0.9 grams of amphetamine. The magistrate said that each year, approximately 100 people appear before the court for drug related matters after this particular festival. Due to the small quantity of drugs, the man’s early plea of guilty and his good references, a conviction was not recorded and the matter was dismissed under Section 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Repeat offender : After attracting the attention of police with unsafe driving practices, a man was charged for drink driving and appeared before Penrith Local Court this week. After consuming a number of alcoholic beverages at a friend’s house, the 29-year-old Claremont Meadows man made the decision to drive home. The man was driving along The Northern Road when building materials began falling off his utility. Police pulled over the man, who was also driving over the speed limit at the time. He was breath tested, returning a positive reading and after breath analysis, he returned a Blood Alcohol Concentration reading of 0.126, which is in the mid-range. Th is is the second mid-range drink driving matter that the man has appeared before the court for in the past 18 months. The magistrate described his behaviour as “a nuisance and a danger to other people in the community”. He was convicted and fine d $960, was disqualified from driving for 16 months and placed under a Section 9 bond. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Drugs hidden in cigarette: A 28-year-old man appeared before Penrith Local Court this week after he was found to be in the possession of prohibited drugs. The Cambridge Gardens man was approached by a security guard at a venue earlier this year and was asked if he was in the possession of any illicit substances. The man produced a cigarette package and inside were two tablets hidden in a cigarette. Despite having a previous drug-related matter on his record, the court heard that he was not a regular user. The man was convicted and fi ned $375.
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Robot design gains acclaim UWS students make it to quarter finals of international robotics competition
Craig Burrows, Michael Jay, Nicholas Ralph and Lixang Li are from the UWS Robotics Club. Inset: The robot created by the students.
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upplied with nothing but a simple starter kit and their own imaginations, a team of local students have developed a robot fit to be shown-off on the international stage. The University of Western Sydney Robotics Club entered their latest creation
in the National Instruments Autonomous Robotics Competition, where they competed against 22 other entrants from Australia and New Zealand. Four of the students – Craig Burrows, Michael Jay, Lixang Li and Nicholas Ralph, who study on the university’s Kingswood campus, travelled to Melbourne for the competition. “Th is was the fi rst time that UWS had entered the competition and for us to
make it to the qualifiers and fly to Melbourne was incredibly exciting,” said Mr Li, who is completing a Bachelor of Engineering (Advanced). “We were even happier to place fi rst in our heat and make it to the quarter fin als where we competed against UTS who have had years of experience.” The students were required to design and create a robot that could complete a set task; this year, a task reflective of the
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Longest living resident to play big part in upcoming bicentenary celebrations
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olly Cuthell has lived in Luddenham for the entire 93 years of her life, earning her the title of Luddenham’s longest living resident. Ms Cuthell, who was not only born in Luddenham but went to school and settled in the town after marriage, is still just as in love with the area as when she was fir st growing up. “I love living in Luddenham, the people are so friendly and I used to know everyone,” she said. “I have great memories of my days at Luddenham School.” The 93-year-old is set to play a vital role at the upcoming Luddenham bicentenary celebrations, ‘Back to Luddenham’, which will take place in the area from Saturday, November 30. The event will be opened by Ms Cuthell at 7.45pm with the unveiling of the bicentennial monument; a plaque and time capsule at the Luddenham Progress Hall. The festivities will continue into the night and through to Sunday, December 1, with a family day at Luddenham Showground, where Ms Cuthell will cut the 200-year birthday cake with Luddenham’s youngest resident, who is yet to be chosen. “We are also looking for stall holders, old photos and memorabilia of the Luddenham area and performers for the talent show, as well as locals to help
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Dolly Cuthell has been named Luddenham’s longest living resident. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Banking on new CBD branch St George brings bank of the future to Penrith with 24/7 services available
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ne of Penrith’s most frequented intersections is the home of St George Bank’s newest branch. The open plan, modern and digitally-enabled branch will open its doors next Tuesday, October 29 at 9.30am on the corner of Henry Street and Riley Street in Penrith. Branch Manager, Michelle Cooper and her 15 staff will be there along with Happy Dragon who has giveaways for locals, as they welcome people into the exciting new branch that will bring 24/7 banking to the Penrith community. “Our new branch will mean customers have more choice in how they want to bank with us,” Ms Cooper said. “We know many of our customers are time poor which is why we’re focused on providing them even quicker, more efficient service if that’s what they’re after. “The branch will have iPad technology so that customers don’t need to wait. Our staff will be available to meet and greet customers and educate them on quick and easy ways to bank anywhere, anytime. “And for those customers who want to spend a bit more time in-branch, talking through their needs, we’ll have more comfortable surroundings.” One of the biggest benefits for the community will be the evolution in branch design to include a 24/7 Self Service lobby. Enabled with a number of devices, customers will be able to deposit coins into their account, exchange cash for smaller cash or coins, or use a smarter ATM to deposit notes and cheques directly to their account.
The new-look St George branch in Penrith. Photo: Melinda Jane.
“Small businesses in the area will also fi nd this very useful if they need to exchange small amounts of cash for coin outside of bank hours,” Ms Cooper said.
While the branch will be closed on Monday, October 28 to test new technology, customers will still be able to bank at St George Bank St Marys, 100
Queen Street, or use any of St George or Westpac’s ATMs in shopping centres. St George’s other two branches in Penrith have now closed.
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houls, ghosts, witches, wizards and all things scary are expected to flock to St Marys for the Town Centre’s annual Halloween Trick or Treat Trail. Now into its third year, the St Marys Town Centre Management event is expected to attract families from across the area on Saturday, October 26, who are keen to celebrate Halloween. “Yes Halloween is an American holiday but, did you know in St Marys we have a fantastic fancy dress shop in Giggles Fancy Dress Hire? We found that these guys, as well as a lot of other St Marys businesses were celebrating Halloween so, we wanted to join in and help them create a sense of excitement,” said Steve Perry, Chair of St Marys Town Centre Management. From around 10am, Coachmans Park will come alive with music, dancing, special guest appearances and activities for the whole family to enjoy as well as the trick or treat celebrations that local retailers are providing. “St Marys is very family orientated so, we didn’t want to miss out on an opportunity to help families celebrate in a safe manner,” Mr Perry said. “Th is way parents can bring their kids down, it will be daylight, they can walk around with their children, collect treats and know that they will be in good company.” For more information, visit the St Marys Town Centre Facebook Page. Send your Halloween photos to us via Twitter @wwpenrith.
New APVO laws Making false allegations in order to obtain a personal violence order against a neighbour, co-worker, or stranger will become a criminal offence, Attorney General Greg Smith announced. “Th is move is designed to protect law-abiding citizens from false and vexatious APVO applications,” he said. “Anyone who thinks it is acceptable to make accusations they know to be untrue should think again, because under this law it will be an offence punishable with a fi ne of up to $1,100, or up to 12 months in prison.” The changes follow recommendations made by an interim review of frivolous and vexatious apprehended personal violence orders, which was tabled in parliament last month. The new laws will be introduced to parliament this week.
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$1,400 raised Volunteers who undertake ‘door knock’ campaigns to raise funds for charity are prepared for uncertain responses. But for the Emmaus Catholic College students who recently participated in a door knocking activity, the doors were opened, as were hearts and wallets. The appeal was the St Vincent de Paul Door Knock to assist families in need in St Marys and nearby areas. Sabina Rak, a Year 11 student was one of 30 Emmaus pupils who devoted time to the effor t. “We also had three parents and two teachers to help, and it was great to have that number of volunteers,” she said. Over $1,400 was raised.
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fter nearly a year in the making the new Gulf Western Oil blending facility, which will create 25 new local jobs at its St Marys site, is nearly ready for business. The successful Penrith-based lubricant manufacturer is set to open its new $10 million plant at the Dunheved Industrial Estate on November 3. The 5,500 square metre facility will have a manufacturing capacity of 60 million litres per annum and will
provide more than double the warehousing capabilities at their Coombes Drive, Penrith, premises. “The progress is going really well, we’re 90 per cent the way there and we will be operational on November 3,” co-managing director of Gulf Western Oil, Ben Vicary said. Mr Vicary said the existing Coombes Drive site will stay open with a number of workers transferring over from the existing site to the new facility. He also thanked the National Australia Bank Penrith Business Centre, which funded the project.
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n Monday, Kingswood High School was presented with a very special donation from Variety, the Children’s Charity. Kingswood High School serves as a co-educational school to 820 children with an integrated support unit of 66 students, who require special education. To foster a rounded education for the special education unit, the charity in partnership with Gloria Jean’s Coffees donated a 21-seater Variety Sunshine Coach. Since receiving the Sunshine Coach this month, the entire school community has benefited from additional excursions and taken advantage of a wider range of sporting activities, from competition sport to ice skating and ten pin bowling. Frances Cassettari, Head Teacher of the Special Education Unit, said the coach is used several times a week, especially for the unit’s growing sporting programs. “We encourage sport for not only health reasons, but as an important way of boosting the self-esteem of our students, which greatly improves our students’ wellbeing,” Ms Cassettari said. Though the bus has already been used by the school for a number of weeks, the official presentation ceremony was held on Monday with the charity and partners in attendance. “Since receiving the bus we have had remarkable sporting achievements, including students being chosen for the
Kingswood High School students give thanks for their new bus. Inset: the Variety Sunshine Coach. Photo: Melinda Jane.
Basketball NSW team for Athletes with Disabilities and winning 16 medals at the recent Combined High School Athletics carnival,” Ms Cassettari said.
The coach is also being used to enhance the special education unit’s curriculum with corresponding excursions to plays, recreational activities and work
experience programs. Kingswood High School’s Sunshine Coach brings the total number of coaches funded nationally by Variety to 1,252.
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Penrith's best cup day event It's official: Penrith Paceway is the place to be on November 5!
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at Club Paceway Penrith! The event costs $75 per person to attend and a table of 10 is $700, so why not get your friends together and make a day of it?
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enrith creative studio, White River Design (WRD), has been handed a Sydney Design award, recognising it as Sydney’s best brand built in 2013. The company’s re-branding project, in celebration of its 10th anniversary, has been recognised by professionals as the best branding project in Sydney this year. The WRD team accepted the ‘Marketing – Brand 360’ award at a ceremony last week. “We are incredibly proud of this achievement as it is recognition not only from our industry of our expertise in the
area of branding and marketing, but it is for our own re-brand,” WRD Creative Designer Debbie O’Connor said. “Th is was a collaborative effort from all of our team... each one of us has had a part in making this project come to life.” The Sydney Design Awards are inclusive of all design areas including products and furnishings, architecture, interiors, landscape design, advertising graphic design, fashion and digital media. Winners are determined by an expert panel involving industry professionals and people from the design market.
We are seeking to add to our team of qualified maintenance electricians, based in Penrith. If you have experience in maintenance work for domestic & commercial properties including fault finding, stove & hot water repairs and all general electrical repairs we would like to hear from you. You will be meticulous with quality, willing to learn to use our electronic job management system & have strong Work Health & Safety values. Work will be in the local and Sydney metro area. Attractive wages, vehicle, uniforms & phone provided along with flexible working hours. All applications will be treated in confidence. Please forward your resume to: lea@hix.com.au or Fax: 0247217577 Enquiries to Ian Hicks–0414441636.
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The Baby & Kids Market is a great community event for local families and it’s back on Sunday, October 27 at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre in Cambridge Park. Runs www.joshpyke.com.au from 9am-Midday.
Kidsafe NSW, NRMA and St Marys Town Centre will have child restraint fitting for your vehicle this Saturday at Coachmans Park, as part of the Trick or Treat Trail event. www.joshpyke.com.au Operates from 10am-2pm.
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Are you desperately looking for that piece of Coca-Cola merchandise you’ve never been able to find? What about that collector’s plate you have been looking for? A huge collectables fair will be taking place at Panthers this Sunday, with a big crowd expected. You’ll be able to check out hundreds of different items that will be on display. If you’re a collector, this is the event you simply can’t miss! www.ashow.com.au Panthers, this Sunday October 27
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Elvis is alive! And he’s heading to Penrith Bowling Club on November 5 for a spectacular Melbourne Cup event. $35 for a two course meal with bookings essential. Lucky door www.joshpyke.com.au prizes on offer and loads more.
Do you love to sing? Sing Australia Penrith meets from 7.30pm until 9.30pm on Thursdays at 86 Station Street, Penrith. No auditions or musical knowledge is required. All www.joshpyke.com.au ages welcome. First visit free.
The Boobie Monster party is the biggest youth-based fundraiser in the local community, and is recognised as an official event for the National Breast Cancer Foundation. It’s back onwww.joshpyke.com.au November 2 at the Peachtree.
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Printing Museum
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Al-Anon groups provide support and understanding for families affected by alcoholism. Meeting at Community Connection, 114-116 Henry Street, Penrith. Meetings are www.joshpyke.com.au Mondays at noon.
The Penrith Museum of Printing is a fully-functioning print shop from years gone by. Come and see some remarkable pieces of history. Open every Saturday from 10am to 2pm at www.joshpyke.com.au the Paceway grounds. $3 entry.
A self help group for those with addictions and their family meets every Monday evening at the Church of the Rock in Cox Avenue, Kingswood from 7.30pm. All www.joshpyke.com.au welcome to attend.
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he devastation that has befallen our neighbours in the Blue Mountains and across the region has once again galvanised strong community support not only locally but all across the nation to assist the victims of this great tragedy as they come to terms with their losses. While the true extent of the damage is yet unknown, no one can deny that the devastation is widespread and will impact on many people’s lives as they face up to the shock and horror of their losses. Those impacted from the fi res have to deal not only with significant fi nancial loss, be it homes or businesses, but also emotional trauma that could unfortunately have ongoing adverse impacts on their lives. I think we all have been inspired by our Prime Minister in his role as a volunteer fi re fighter and while we all cannot be out there side by side with our brave and dedicated teams fighting the fi re it is time for us to demonstrate our true community spirit and do all we can to support the relief efforts started by Government, the Salvos and others. The Directors and staff of the PBA have also come together to raise funds that will contribute to the relief effort and the Chairman of the PBA has appealed to his business colleagues in Penrith and the region to dig deep as good and responsible corporate citizens. Our region is well known for its strong community spirit and resilience and it is time for our business community to demonstrate that we stand together. Bijai Kumar is the CEO of the Penrith Business Alliance
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fleet of miniature ships will be sailing into Penrith as part of an inaugural exhibition, expected to get the local community talking about their
hobbies. Penrith RSL is set to host the Sydney Model Shipbuilders Club’s model boat exhibition on Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November 3, where members will display the fruits of their hobby for the Penrith community to appreciate and be inspired by. “Our club members are predominately builders of period timber ships and we also have members who specialise in extremely small scale models,” said Sydney Model Shipbuilders Club Vice President, Harry Goedings.
“We will be exhibiting some 40 models on the day and there will be live demonstrations by master model builders in various parts of the model boat building process including rigging, planking and carving.” In addition to the large number of models on display and the live demonstrations, there will also be a number of boat kits available to demonstrate the various types of ships that can be built. There will be a number of other model boat building clubs represented as well as many model ship building experts and enthusiasts who are keen to share their tips with members of the public who attend and may be interested in giving model ship building a go. “Th is is a great opportunity for novices
interested in the hobby to come and see an exceptional number of museum quality models, talk to their builders and watch some great demonstrations,” Mr Goedings said. The free exhibition is tipped to be a great event for all ages and an opportunity for some “father-son bonding”. Sydney Model Shipbuilders Club are encouraging all local residents to attend, assuring the public that those who attend will not be disappointed. The exhibition will open at 10am on both Saturday and Sunday and will take place in the Macquarie Room at Penrith RSL. Don’t miss out, you may well discover a brand new hobby! - Katherine Tweed
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Blogging started in the 1990s as online diaries. Today, there are thousands of blogs created every day across the world. Bloggers (those that write the blog/ online entry) come in all shapes and sizes from the professional corporate sort, to the occasional hobbyist who types their thoughts at random to share their life experiences or adventures. But what exactly is a blog? Why should you be reading them? And which ones are suited for seniors? Let’s explore. A blog is a personal diary, a daily pulpit, a collaborative space, a political soapbox, a breaking news outlet, a collection of links or someone’s thoughts online. Publishing has evolved to a whole new level that is global, instant and multi-media centric. Welcome to the new world of publishing! Recent research indicates that those aged between eight to 18-years-old spend, on average, 44.5 hours per week on a computer. With grandparents playing an integral role in the health and wellbeing of their grandchildren, it makes sense for you to give the blog scene a go. So, an hour or two a week surfi ng the net will give you a taste of what all the fuss is about! Benefits of reading blogs: · Expand your sources of information. While it’s always nice to pick up a newspaper, why not
try something different that you can talk to your grandchildren or friends about? · Reading and learning online will provide that much needed exercise and stimulation to fuel your mind. Just like the body requires physical exercise, the mind also needs stimulation and activity as well. · Increase your knowledge. There is an abundance of blogs to suit every interest. Why not search for blogs on cooking, travel, history, parenting, crafts, culture and art? The list goes on! All you need to do is log onto the Internet and type in these titles. Find the website listed below and follow the prompts to start reading: · Senior Aussies · Seniors Online · Aged Care Online · Australian Senior · Cook Republic · The Cook Who Knew Nothing · Time Travel Turtle · Alpha Reader Information is instant online and can all be found at your finger tips. If you don’t have access to a computer, contact your local community centre or retirement village such as Rochford Place at Ropes Crossing and see if there is a communal computer available for public use.
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he NSW State Government and Telstra are teaming up to help turn you into a tech savvy senior in no time. Tech Savvy Seniors is an initiative of the NSW Aging Centre, which will assist seniors aged from 60-years-old, who have limited or no previous experience in using technology, to learn new skills. The training is low cost training and will help older people to access information and stay connected with their family, friends and communities. Currently a large number of colleges and libraries around the state are taking part in the initiative by holding various technology related courses for seniors. Nepean Community College in Penrith is just one of the many colleges in the western Sydney area taking part. Nepean Community College is currently running free ‘computers for beginners’ courses, emailing courses, Google maps courses, and ‘using your iPad and Skype’ courses over the next few months. If you are unable to get to one of the many colleges and libraries you can also learn from the comfort of your own home or family member’s home if you aren’t yet equipped with the technology available. There are a number of online help videos on the Telstra website (www.telstra. com.au/telstra-seniors) which seniors can view to learn more about using a mobile phone or tablet; using the Internet and a home computer; using social networking
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sites and learning about Internet security; using email and how to Internet shop plus many more things. “Everyone can benefit from being online
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82-year-old local resident George Bell is the vice president and treasurer at the Penrith Seniors Centre. The Cambridge Park resident of 55 years has volunteered at the Centre for the past eight years and enjoys meeting new people every day. “My role as treasurer involves paying out and indexing all the income and expenditures that we use,” he said.
“We’ve recently changed over to electronic means which I’m find ing quite hard, not because I don’t know about computers, but because of the type of forms they want us to use.” Before joining the Centre, Mr Bell was once a NSW police officer for 32 years, working in and around the city including Penrith where he fi nished up his career.
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he warm weather has arrived, the sun is out and thousands of Australians are slipping into their thongs to give their feet some air, unaware that their shoe of choice is causing their feet to suffer. Those dry, cracked feet experienced by most of the population are the product of sun and heat exposure experienced as a result of wearing thongs, according to the Australian Podiatry Association. “Thongs can be particularly bad for feet... they expose your feet to the elements. If you suffer from dry feet you could get painful cracks if you are not kind to your feet this summer,” said podiatrist, Leigh Birchley. Dryness and cracks are just minor repercussions of choosing an open-to-the-
elements shoe – they also provide little to no support and can lead to sprains, breaks and twisted feet and ankles. “It’s a usual scene to see women in the summer walking into the city in their thongs with high heels in their hands or bag. Th is is done in a bid to take the strain off their feet but in fact they are doing more harm than good,” Ms Birchley said. “Ultimately walking to work in a good fitting trainer is the way to go so ditch those thongs for walkers.” Taking care of your feet is essential during the hot months and the Australian Podiatry Association says that it can be as easy as taking some simple skin care precautions. “To avoid fungal infections make sure you
keep your feet clean and moisturised during the summer months and be careful where you tread or wash, this way infections can be avoided,” Ms Birchley said. “Use a good foot balm daily to keep cracked feet at bay but if you can’t reach your feet you need to take special care to ensure you see a podiatrist, especially if your condition becomes exacerbated and painful. You don’t want infection to set in.” A podiatrist is able to treat serious skin cracks and ensure that the patient does not have more serious conditions that can affect your ability to walk. To fi nd your local podiatrist in NSW and the ACT visit www.podiatry.asn.au. - Katherine Tweed
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HOROSCOPES by Francis A Bevan
Sun In Scorpio Conjuncts Retrograde Mercury; Oct 24th - Nov 23rd
ARIES
MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20
Financial matters and day to day expenses are going to be a major source of concern. It will be necessary to go over all bank statements and bills with a fi ne tooth comb as you may have forgotten to pay something important. Do your best to explain yourself fully, especially if you’re dealing with ideas that are obscure to others. It’s time for intimacy and passion so spoil that certain someone.
TAURUS
APRIL 21 TO MAY 21
Mercury is retrograde in your opposite sign of Scorpio and this is going to make you stressed out, irritable and grumpy. Your home may resemble something of a battle field as you will fi nd it rather difficult to keep your opinions to yourself. Th is is not the ideal time to interfere in the life of others. Teamwork, co-operation and understanding are the keys to success so remember to give praise and recognition where it is warranted.
GEMINI
APRIL 21 TO MAY 21
The Sun is in your solar house of work and duty for the next month and therefore this is an ideal time to focus on improving your position at work and for getting all those chores done. If you have been feeling off colour, the planets will help you to get back to full health once more and to work on improving your diet. It will be necessary for you to get adequate rest otherwise you will feel run down.
CANCER
JUNE 22 TO JULY 22
Th is is the ideal time to make improvements to your home. You may even fi nd yourself developing an interest in antiques or fi nd ways of restoring pre-loved furniture. Romance is in the air and if you’re foot loose and fancy free, you will attract some welcome attention. However, you must be careful of how you deal with certain friendships as other people are likely to be going through a diffic ult time.
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LEO
JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23
LIBRA
SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23
The next month should see a rapid increase in your wealth. To make the best of this opportunity you’d better dust off the account books and take a good look at the figures. I’m certain there are expenses to be cut and savings to be made. In your personal life though you need to be careful in trying to bulldoze others into your way of thinking because you might simply cause them to become more stubborn.
SCORPIO
OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22
With Mercury retrograde in your sign be careful of arguments and problems in your personal life. Avoid getting involved in complicated tasks such as handyman work, or specialty cooking where you have to use electrical equipment as stupid accidents are likely. During the next month, your enthusiasm will be to the fore putting a much needed sparkle back into your personality and you’ll fi nd your popularity increases.
SAGITTARIUS
NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21
It is especially important that you take steps to look after your health otherwise you are going to be ill. With the planets in such a tense situation in your chart you are going to be feeling stressed out. Th is is the ideal time in which to take some time out for yourself away from all the demands of your career and family life. Going for a walk or reading a fascinating novel are ideal ways to mentally escape.
CAPRICORN
DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20
Friends are likely to have a strong influence on you during the next month and old friends that you haven’t seen for a while shall be in touch. The Sun’s harmonious angle to your sign gives an optimism and vitality to your outgoing nature. There may be some disappointments in your social life as arrangements with friends may need to be altered at the last minute so try to have a Plan B up your sleeve.
AQUARIUS
JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19
Your home life is going to be rather chaotic and therefore your patience is going to be tested with certain family members. Remember to try to control your temper and count to 10 before you say anything that you will later regret. Recognition will come your way for past efforts where your work is concerned. Th is is the ideal time to look into changing careers or to grab your boss’ attention.
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VIRGO
AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23
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Th is is the start of a rather busy period in which you will be dealing with correspondence, getting on the phone, sending emails and faxes and rushing around your local neighbourhood at top speed. Your days will be fi lled with activity and you will be buzzing from one job to another like a demented bee. If you are a student there may be problems with concentration so remember to read all important papers twice.
PISCES
FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20
Be careful of what you say as others are likely to take offence rather easily. Try to think before you open your mouth, otherwise arguments may develop rather easily. Th is would be the ideal time to have your car serviced and remember to keep an eye on the petrol gauge. Art, music, theatre, fascinating books and movies are all going to hold appeal. Also this is the ideal time to travel overseas or to explore new venues.
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KEEPING FIT
by Elisha Stein
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There’s a time and a place for exercise
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ven if you aren’t close enough to all these fi res to be in immediate danger from the flames, everyone should still be aware of the dangers from the smoke. As I was driving through the smoke yesterday I saw a man running along the side of the road. Far from looking like he was running for his life in some emergency, he was all dressed up in jogging gear with his water bottle belt and headband on. I’m all for exercise but there is a time and a place. Each breath full of smoke you suck into your lungs is bringing in a lot of junk your body doesn’t want. To go out into it and purposefully increase your breathing rate is just silly. Doctors are urging people to stay indoors as much as possible and avoid exercising outside as heavy smoke rises above bushfi re-hit NSW. More than 200 homes have been lost in fi res west of Sydney since Thursday, and 59 fi res were still burning on Monday morning. NSW Health says many areas in the state are experiencing poor to very poor air quality, even hundreds of kilometres away from the fires. The Australian Medical Association’s NSW president, Brian Owler, says heavy exercise should be avoided. “The last thing you want to do is to go out for a jog when you’re breathing in such
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heavy pollution,” he said. Professor Wayne Smith from NSW Health urged asthma sufferers to follow their asthma action plan. Asthmatics should also ensure they have their puffers with them at all times. “Fine particles can irritate the lungs of healthy adults, so it is best to avoid any prolonged outdoor exercise,” he said. Exercise is great, but use your head as to what type and when it will give you the most benefit.
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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picked up a men’s fitness magazine this morning to have a look through. After fl icking through it for about three minutes I actually became a little bit dumber. Seriously, between the ads with models wearing either expensive watches, sunglasses or aftershave, were some of the most pointless routines I have ever seen. Most of my students that have just started their Certific ate III fitness course would hand in a whole lot better program than what some of these ‘expert trainers’ are publishing. There was a nutrition article saying how great it is that you can drink as many Red Bull Zeros as you like because there are zero calories, and had research of how stimulants might make you train 100 times better, no doubt researched at the Red Bull research centre. Funny the ‘article’ was right next to a full page ad for the drink. There are pages and pages of ads selling synthetic supplements that are trying very poorly to copy what’s in a glass of milk and a couple of eggs, and charging a fortune for it. There was even a full section on skincare and cosmetics. Why does every fitness publication seems to turn into another beauty catalogue?. I guess it’s hard to write a new magazine each month saying to ‘get fit’, ‘go out for a run’, ‘maybe do a couple sprints’, ‘find
something heavy, lift it up’, ‘use the muscles in the lift you want to build up’. It’s not rocket science! There is no magic routine or supplement. But that won’t be enough to fi ll a magazine up between the pages of ads. Next time I want to read a magazine I will go down to the fragrance section of Myer and ask the sales guy for some fitness tips... the result will be the same and I’ll save the $7 on the catalogue, I mean magazine.
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woman’s spring/summer wardrobe should not be complete without a tailored button-up white shirt; the staple item for the season. Not only is a white shirt the perfect go-to when you have nothing you feel like wearing but it is something that you can wear anywhere, anytime, and can dress up or down. For an item so simple, it is hard to believe that it can be worn in any situation but with the right styling and accessories, your shirt can be worn anywhere from the movies to the beach. To work: Building your daily offic e outfit around a white shirt is simple and there are hundreds of ways you can do it. If you choose to wear a pencil skirt, wear your tailored shirt over the top, without tucking it in and fasten a belt around your waist. Th is will accentuate your figure and gives an edge to the classic ‘office uniform’. Wear simple jewellery, a watch, a stand out pair of heels and pull your hair into a low bun. To the shops: I love to wear a white shirt to the shops, especially when I am intending on trying on clothes because it is easy to take on and off and will go with anything you wish to try on. Wear with your favourite jeans or denim shorts for a casual look and use minimal makeup and accessories. To the movies: How you wear your shirt to the movies depends on who you are going with but for me, the movies is generally a casual experience. I would wear my shirt tucked in to a pair of jeans, with a belt or tucked in to a pretty skirt. If I wanted to dress up my outfit I would add a long necklace. To dinner: Whether you wear your shirt with a skirt or pants, the important things to remember for a dinner date or out to a bar is the accessories. Start with heels, a clutch and classy accessories – I would wear my hair up with statement earrings and some silver or gold cuffs on my wrists. To the beach: Wear your white shirt unbuttoned and thrown over a pair of swimmers or a maxi dress; this way it is easy to pull off so that you can play in the waves.
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his week everyone is talking about the fi res in greater western Sydney, especially as it hits so close to home for us all. Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected. If you have been impacted by the fi res and have lost or had damage to your homes, the last thing you need to think about is your fina nces. Please talk to your bank manager if you are having difficulty making any loan payments. Banks have disaster relief processes and can discuss more appropriate fi nancial arrangements to help you and your family get through this period. Each bank has a team of people who are ready to assist and support anyone experiencing hardship. I have read a number of letters from banks in the major newspapers and can see that we are all ready to support customers wherever we can. The support already received from the community has been amazing with lots of donations pouring into charity organisations. We encourage members of the community to donate to the bushfi re appeals being run by St Vincent de Paul, Red Cross and The Salvation Army. Coles and Woolworths are both taking donations for these appeals. Any Bank of Queensland customers affected should contact: 1800 079 866 between 8.30am and 5pm, Monday to Friday (AEST). Customers can fi nd more information here: www.boq. com.au/fina ncial_hardship_assistance.htm. My very best wishes to everyone affected. If you’d like to ask Anthony a question to be answered here in his column, email news@westernweekender.com. au or send it to: Ask Anthony, Suite 2, 42-44 Abel Street Jamisontown 2750.
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Prepare your pets for times of crisis
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his week’s fi res have highlighted our need to be prepared. Our pets also need to be kept in mind when we are preparing our fi re plans. Th is is especially important if you live near the bush or have lots of grassy paddocks near you. The fi rst decision to make is whether you keep your pets with you or move them elsewhere during days of high fi re risk. If you keep your pets home with you it is important to have them ready to go with you when an evacuation order is given. Th is may include confi ning them to a room, carry cage or keeping them securely on their leads. Make sure they are kept cool and always have access to fresh water. Make sure they are microchipped and the details are correct on the pet registry. Th is will ensure your animals are able to be returned to you in case they are lost. Also make sure there are alternative contact numbers on the pet registry in case you are not contactable. Remember your phone and mobile may be damaged and it is great if we can make contact with another person less likely to be affected by the fi res. You are able to update your details at your local council. It is also a great idea to have a relocation kit ready for your animals. Th is should include telephone numbers of your vet, boarding kennels and family and friends who can look after your pets. Include any medications, lead, bowls, food, woolen
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blankets and water and toys. We currently have a large amount of smoke in the air and this is a potential health risk to our pets. Try to keep them indoors when the smoke haze is present. It is important to minimise exercise during these times. The ability of animals to move oxygen through their systems in smoky weather is severely compromised and animals who have asthma or lung conditions are especially at risk. If you have any concerns please speak with your veterinarian. Our wildlife has also become affected by the fi res. Please leave extra water out for them. Wildlife become displaced by the fi res and are at higher risk of predators and car accidents. If you fi nd any injured wildlife please call WIRES or your local veterinarian.
ne of the most common and dangerous conditions I see on a daily basis is high blood pressure, also called hypertension. Blood pressure is simply the pressure of our blood against the blood vessel walls. If this pressure is higher than normal and remains constantly high then there can be dangerous health problems. Most people with high blood pressure have no symptoms and feel fi ne. But this constant pressure on the heart can cause heart disease and blood vessel disease. Th is is serious, as it can lead to brain damage, strokes, heart attacks, heart failure, blindness and of course, death. There are medications to help manage your blood pressure, so there is no reason to avoid having your blood pressure checked by your doctor. You should have your blood pressure checked by your doctor every one to two years, as recommended by the Heart Foundation. However, if you have a family history of high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes you are at an increased risk and need to monitor your blood pressure more often. Our lifestyles can have a big effect on our blood pressure. A diet high in salt or fat, being overweight, drinking too much alcohol, not exercising, smoking or being constantly stressed all
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increase the risks of high blood pressure. High blood pressure shares the same risk factors as other serious conditions like diabetes. So while you can control it with medication, I highly recommend making lifestyle changes to improve your health and trying to manage it through being healthier as well. Little things like going for a 10 to 20 minute walk a couple of times a week and eating slightly smaller meals, especially dinner, can make a huge difference. We provide free blood pressure testing that is quick and easy in a government health initiative called Know Your Numbers, so drop in and fi nd out your numbers For more information, visit us at Martin’s Chemist in the St Marys Village Centre or call us on 9673 1010.
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he very traumatic events of the recent past bring to mind the dangers of living in the Australian bush. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those who have lost their homes or had them damaged in the recent fires. However there is another insidious aspect to these fi res and that is smoke. As I drove into the clinic in Penrith this week I was struck by just how much smoke is blanketing the whole of Penrith and by extension much of Sydney to varying degrees. I had to put the car on closed circulation to prevent the inside of the car fi lling with smoke. If you are an asthmatic you will probably already have felt the effects on your breathing. Those with known breathing difficulties should be taking precautions to prevent further damage. Unfortunately the problem goes deeper than that. People with marginal breathing issues, bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung conditions, need to be taking precautions to protect themselves. Smoke inhalation even for those with healthy lungs can cause serious long term damage. Those who know they have an issue and who have puffers should ensure they carry them and use them as prescribed and needed. On top of that there are things even chronic pulmonary disease sufferers can do along with the rest of us, to protect your lungs and airways and give yourselves the best chance of surviving
these days and on going to guarantee your pulmonary system is in the best condition it can be. What can you do? First get plenty of vitamin A, C, D and zinc, also Quercetin, Papain and Amylase. These nutrients are protective of the mucous membranes and vital to protect against smoke. Herbs such as the following can greatly reduce the allergic reaction to smoke inhalation and help the airways: Curcuma Longa (curcumin), Ginkgo biloba, Justica Adhatoda, Scutalaria biacalensis, Grindelia comporum, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel). Also Albizia lebeck, Tanecetum parthenium, Perilla fructscenes, Atractloydes lancea, all are herbs with a long history of helping breathing diffic ulties. Most naturopaths would have various combinations of these herbs and nutrients so don’t risk long term lung and airway damage and improve your chances if you already have a compromised system. Get the support you need and breathe easy.
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hat is faith? Often people think that faith, especially faith in God, is “blind faith”. Like a leap in the dark. Like taking a risk and not being sure how things will work out. Others talk about “keeping the faith” or that you’ve just got to “have faith”. It’s as if they’re saying, keep up your confidence; keep up your belief; but belief in who? Belief in what? Quite often it’s just the power of positive thinking or a faith in your own ability to persevere. Sometimes it’s just hoping that if you believe something strongly enough then maybe things might just work out. How different this is to faith as it is explained in the Bible! The Bible says “faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what do not see”. Faith is never faith in our own confidence nor is it blind faith; a fi ngers crossed, leap in the dark. Biblical faith is being sure and confident in God. Even though we cannot see God, the Bible makes clear that you can confidently put your faith and trust in God because God has made promises and he has been faithful in keeping those promises. Ultimately the Bible says, our faith should be centred on Jesus, “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfector of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning
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John Miller-Crispe is a Senior Naturopath with Abundant Life & Health Naturopathic Clinic, 2 Lethbridge Street, Penrith. 4721 3198.
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its shame and sat down at the right hand of God.” When you look at Jesus’ life, he was perfectly trustworthy, always working for our good and never for our harm. Real faith is never blind; it is always focused on Jesus. Is yours?
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This is the life that we all dream about! Living the country life with all the conveniences that the city has to offer! Set on 4635m2 approx block this fantastic 4 bedroom family home has all the comforts you would expect today, some features include, • 4 bedrooms • Ensuite • Walk-in robe • Built–in robes • Formal lounge • Formal Dining • Meals area • Family room • Carpet and tiled floors • Air Conditioning • Ceiling fans • Double garage • 3 x stables • Feed shed • Round yard • Small dam • Beautiful landscaped gardens. Real estate is all about life style so if you are looking for the perfect home and environment to bring up the family then look no further, contact Michael Ball on 0414 264 668. Contact Michael Ball 0414 264 668
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OFFERS OVER $489,950
JUST PERFECT!
The home is complemented with four bedrooms all with built-in robes and the main with ensuite. This home presents two immense living areas with formal dining, and formal lounge. The home is just perfect with presentation being in immaculate condition and with minimal gardening maintenance, would suit the busy lifestyle. The home also boasts double garage and undercover area, ducted air and loads of other features. Located walking distance from schools, shops, and public transport it is a must see.
CRANEBROOK
OFFERS OVER $649,950
JORDAN SPRINGS
FROM $399,950
JUST OVER AN ACRE OF PRIME LAND
STAGE THREE AVAILABLE
The block is just over an acre in size and offers a frontage of approximately 44m. The block has been registered and is ready for you to join forces with your architect to bring your dream to life. Call now to gain further information or book an appointment to experience the block first hand.
Jordan Springs is one of the newest and fastest growing communities in Sydney. It is a master planned Lend Lease development of approximately 2500 home and over 6000 residents, offering the perfect lifestyle with an ideal combination of vitality and serenity.
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
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PENRITH
OFFERS OVER $249,950
CBD CENTRAL BUYERS DISTRICT
Close to everything, this huge two bedroom unit is the perfect pad for investment returning $265 per week or for the first home buyer. Featuring large lounge and dining areas, modern bathroom with separate bath, large kitchen, private balcony, the all year round comfort of air conditioning, lock up garage, and internal laundry. This complex also provides an inground swimming pool for those hot summer days. You better be quick as this property will not last long.
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OFFERS OVER $379,000
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Located in a very popular part of town, this amazing home awaits your inspection. With all the hard work done, it’s many features include; three good size bedrooms, a newly renovated bathroom, seconf toilet, polished timber flooring, lounge room, a beautifully renovated kitchen, dining area and a large family room. You will definately impress your friends under the decked entertaining area, make use of the side access and double detached garage and there’s still enough room for the kids to play. With this and more on offer, an inspection is highly suggested.
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ORCHARD HILLS
OFFERS OVER $1,195,000
A STATEMENT OF YOUR SUCCESS
Resting on just over 4,000 sqm of land and nestled in the exclusive “Vines Estate”. When you enter the beautiful home, you will enjoy four car garages with internal access and two remote control doors. Loads of storage, ducted air-conditioning and vacuum, laundry chute and alarm. There are four large bedrooms - all with huge built-in wardrobes, main bedroom has walk-in robe, ensuite and opens onto its own large balcony, three bathrooms, main with spa bath and huge rumpus room upstairs. With formal and informal lounge and dining, games room with pitched ceiling and stained glass window. Surrounded by expansive grounds with landscaped gardens and manicured lawns, covered entertaining area and sparkling solar heated inground pool.
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OFFERS OVER $299,950
UNIT WITH A YARD?
Whether you are looking to nest or invest, this well positioned unit will go straight to the top of your list. Located in a modern security complex the three bedroom unit enjoys a host of great features. You will feel spoilt by the built in robes, the comfort of air conditioning, the elevated balcony and basement parking for two cars. Currently returning $360.00 per week by the wonderful tenant. Don’t sit on your hands – call now to arrange a viewing or watch for open home times. You won’t be disappointed!
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Located in a very prominent position, on a generous corner block, close to local shops and schools sits this large brick building currently being used as a hall. Situated on a 652m2 block (approximately) with dual access from Grange Crescent and Trinity Drive, the building also boasts the all year round comfort of ducted air conditioning and toilet facilities. With potential to further develop for dual occupancy, community, business or medical facilities (subject to council approval), you will enjoy exploring the endless opportunities this property has to offer. Your imagination is the limit. Call today to book your own private inspection, as this rare investment opportunity will not last long.
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JAMISONTOWN $349,950 SECURITY COMPLEX – MOMENTS TO PENRITH CBD
Whether you are looking to nest or invest, this well positioned unit will go straight to the top of your list. Located in a modern security complex the three bedroom unit enjoys a host of great features. You will feel spoilt by the built in robes, the comfort of air conditioning, the elevated balcony and basement parking for two cars. Currently returning $360.00 per week by the wonderful tenant. Don’t sit on your hands - call now to arrange a viewing or watch for open home times. You won’t be disappointed!
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Located moments from the Penrith CBD 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. Call now to arrange an appointment. Currently tenanted until 2014.
SOUTH PENRITH
OFFERS OVER $519,950
A SOUTH PENRITH SPECIAL
Superbly located opposite a public reserve and offering easy access to local schools, shops and the motorway. The split level home is meticulously presented and offers a host of features that will offer a lifestyle few can enjoy. The master suite contains a powder room, there are built in robes and the comfort of multiple split system air conditioners. Living areas are vast and include a formal lounge room, dining area and a spacious family room. The sparkling in ground pool is the centre piece of the yard, there are three covered lock up car spaces and all is positioned on over 660sqm of land. With few opportunities to buy in this highly sought suburb – you will need to act fast. Inspections strictly by appointment so call now to book a time.
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
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EMU PLAINS
OFFERS OVER $729,950
MOMENTS FROM THE RIVER
Situated within minutes walk to shops, transport and schools, this modern family home is a rare find. This fantastic property rests on over 700sqm of land and comes with a host of inclusions. The four bedroom design is accompanied by generous servings of living space that enjoys the comfort of ducted air conditioning throughout. The huge covered entertaining area will be great for your social gatherings and the oversized garage with workshop is a unique inclusion. Don’t sit on your hands - call now and arrange a viewing before it’s too late! You won’t be disappointed.
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$479,950
HOME SWEET HOME
This well presented family home features a unique split level design and offers three bedrooms, a rumpus room which could be used as an optional fourth bedroom, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, two bathrooms, ducted air conditioning and floating timber flooring throughout. Ideally positioned in a highly sort after area, this home also offers a large undercover BBQ area, terraced rear yard, a single lock up garage with internal access and a wrap around veranda that takes in the view from the reserve across the road. This home won’t last long so call today to arrange an inspection.
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Moments from the golf course is a rare opportunity to secure a brand new residence that will make you the envy of your friends. ZAC homes have designed a home that enjoys comfortable proportions with all the creature comforts you would expect from this exclusive home builder. Four bedrooms are accompanied by a study; there are generous servings of living space, the comfort of ducted air conditioning, alfresco entertaining area, double garage and a space for the golf cart.
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Are you ready to settle down and have the relaxing lifestyle you deserve in a comfortable size villa? Do you want to free yourself from endless tasks of dealing with a home that is far too big for your current needs? If this sounds like the one for you call to inspect this great opportunity. This modern over 55’s villa is complete with ducted air conditioning, built in robes, remote single garage with internal access and a small courtyard to enjoy your daily cuppa.
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OFFERS OVER $549,950
MOMENTS FROM THE RIVER
Located moments from the banks of the prestigious Nepean River is a great opportunity to secure a residence that will surly please the growing the family. The versatile floor plan incorporates three bedrooms with generous servings of both formal and informal living spaces. The master suite comes complete with an ensuite/walk in wardrobe and along with this there is a study/ office, the comfort of ducted air conditioning and an updated kitchen. Social gatherings will be easily catered for under the covered entertaining area that overlooks the grassed yard. Boasting a block size of over 620sqm and enjoying an enviable position, you will need to act fast to secure this one. View the floor plans on line or call us to book a private viewing to truly experience this home.
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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OFF THE PLAN – EXCLUSIVE TO JIM AITKEN & PARTNERS
Situated in a prime Glenmore Park location is this opportunity to purchase this Liberty Regent off the plan. Built by Edgewater Homes you can rest assured that you are in great hands with one of the areas premier builders. Featuring a floor plan of approximately 26 squares consisting of four bedrooms, all with built-ins, ensuite to the main, two living areas, an alfresco entertaining area, ducted air-conditioning, walk-in butlers pantry, double garage and so much more. With a display home available for inspection at Harrington Park (by appointment) buying off the plan has never been so easy.
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LOCATION AND VALUE!
Nestled in a very quiet cul-de-sac, this good size family home awaits. Its many features include four good size bedrooms, built in wardrobes plus an ensuite to the master, combined formal lounge and dining rooms, generous size kitchen and a separate family room. You will be comfortable all year round with the airconditioning, make use of the undercover entertaining area and cool off in the swimming pool. With this and much more on offer, an inspection is highly suggested. So call us today and avoid missing this opportunity.
GLENMORE PARK
OFFERS OVER $359,000
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS!
Positioned in Stage One of Glenmore Park, this fantastic townhouse is just perfect for someone getting into the market or wanting to add to their investment portfolio. It features three large bedrooms, an ensuite to the master, massive lounge room, separate dining room and a kitchen bigger than most houses. There is built in wardrobes, the all year round comfort of airconditioning and the garage is double length and also has internal access. Add to this the community tennis court and swimming pool, you will definitely see the fantastic value. So to avoid disappointment, give us a call and book your private viewing!
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
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OPEN HOME Saturday 26th 11.00-11.40am, 28 Aldebaran Street
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Nestled in this popular leafy suburb, this home will inspire your creative fl air and allow you ample opportunity to bring your dreams to life. The current residence is spacious and will offer a platform to work from. The floor plan is split across two levels and combines three bedrooms with up to two living areas. Depending on your needs there is scope for a fourth bedroom or office that overlooks the in ground pool. The covered entertaining area, single garage and 620+ sqm block completes the package. Currently occupied by wonderful tenants who would like to stay.
Trying to get into the market for an investment or to downsize, then wait no longer as this property might well be ready for you. Th is home boasts three bedrooms with built-in robe to main, separate lounge room, and kitchen/dining. The home has two split air conditioners and there is a tidy undercover area with small tidy backyard plus excellent garden shed. There is a brand new double carport erected in the last 18 months. Located at the end of a cul-de-sac in North Cranebrook, it’s close to shops, schools and public transport so call now for your own private viewing.
Emu Heights
Cranebrook
Offers Over $499,950
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Offers Over $379,950
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Sat 12.00-12.40pm
1 Grange Crescent
JAMISONTOWN Jim Aitken Glenbrook
CAMBRIDGE GARDENS
1 Chancery Street
Sat 1.00-1.40pm
36 Central Park Drive
Michael Ball Realty
Jim Aitken Penrith
23 Wedmore Road 4 Gosling Street
Sat 11.00-11.40am
143 Rusden Road
Sat 1.00-1.40pm
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64 Racecourse Road
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122 Greendale Road
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Worldly flavour for futsal event Passionate Cranebrook couple are the driving force behind big sporting event
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ocal futsal fanatic Gus Orchjo has turned his life-long passion for the five-a-side football code into a month-long international celebration. The 2013 Futsal World Cup Weekend, which was created by the Cranebrook resident and his partner Silvania Guerrero back in 2011, will return next month at the Hawkesbury Indoor Stadium in South Windsor. Th is year the Futsal World Cup Weekend promises to be bigger and better than ever with four major futsal tournaments set to be held across four weekends in November including All Age Men (November 9-10), Male Youth 17-20 years (November 16-17), Men Over 35’s (November 23-24) and All Age Women (November 30-December 1). “I’ve played both futsal and football for many years and after going to tournament after tournament I was always left feeling unsatisfied, so I came up with the idea to have more entertainment and make it a tournament for the players,� Mr Orchjo said. “I thought making it a World Cup theme would make people feel like pros at least for a weekend.� The way the Futsal World Cup Weekend works is each team that registers in one of the four tournament categories will be required to select a country and they’ll play as that country for the entire weekend. Each tournament will be made up
Gus Orchjo and Silvania Guerrero are preparing for next month’s Futsal World Cup Weekend. Photo: Melinda Jane.
of 32 teams with the winners of each tournament taking home $5,000 and runners-up winning $1,000. To keep up with the World Cup theme and to make each weekend even more entertaining for players and supporters, there will be a spectacular outdoor festival held outside the venue that will include
free entertainment, international food stalls, merchandise stalls, kids activities and loads of fun and games for the family. “We thought there was nothing for spectators or family and friends who come to watch these tournaments, so the outdoor festival will make it a fun-fil led weekend for the whole family too.�
Registrations for teams still interested in taking part will stay open one week prior to each tournament beginning. A minimum of six and a maximum of 12 players are needed to form a team. For more information or to register visit www.futsalworldcupweekend.com.au or call 0402 217 652.
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Tuesday social tennis is back! Social is for adults and kids of all ages and standards to come together and enjoy tennis in its greatest form – for the fun of it! Tuesday social is on at Woodriff Gardens Tennis Centre from 5pm onwards. Bring the family down for a bit of exercise, tennis and a whole lot of fun. Tennis Australia has kicked off promoting the upcoming Australian Open by launching the AO BLITZ! By registering yourself for the AO Blitz, you give yourself and Penrith the opportunity to win some fantastic prizes
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It was a huge turnout for the funeral of NDBA Past President Barry Copeland and it was good to see all the people who made it to the Kingswood BC to recall all the good times we had with him during his busy life. In the State Finals played at East Maitland, in the Senior Pairs Harry Buckley and John Phelps (Blacktown City) went out in the fi rst round. Stephan Carr and Lee Stinson (Orange City) in the State Pairs made it to the quarter fi nals as did Matt Jeff ree and Rob Waters (Portland) in the Reserve Pairs. Lee Stinson also made it to the semis in the State Singles as did Wayne
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t’s only been a few months since Australia devastatingly lost the famous Ashes Urn for the second consecutive series. Fortunately, our Aussie cricketers don’t have to wait too long to try and win them back with the Ashes series against England returning to our shores this summer. The Ashes Urn is the Holy Grail of cricket’s oldest and fiercest rivals. It was born from the burning of the bails following an historic Australian victory on English soil back in 1882. Now, thanks to Cricket Australia, diehard fans can fi nally own a piece of Australian and English cricketing history with replica Ashes Urns now on sale at the Cricket Australia Offic ial Online Store: shop.cricket.com.au. It means the Ashes can never be lost again: you’ll have them! The Urn is an exact re-creation of its prestigious real life inspiration. It is also beautifully displayed in a presentation tin and officially licensed and endorsed by Cricket Australia. The Weekender has three Cricket Australia Ashes Replica Urns (RRP $29.95) to give away. For your chance to win one, tell us when was the last time Australia won the Ashes. Email your answer along
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Positive start for Penrith Local side knocks over premiers to continue winning start to season
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he Penrith Cricket Club is off to a hot start in the Sydney Grade Competition after knocking off the reigning premiers last weekend. The fi rst grade side are 2-0 to start the season after they defeated the 2012/13 premiership-winning St George side last Saturday at Howell Oval. “St George were missing a few players from their premiership team but in saying that they are the reigning premiers and have set the benchmark over the past 10 years,” Penrith coach, Steve Small said. “St George has tremendous tradition and when you play them they just have that culture that you really have to play well to beat them.” After bowling St George out for 175, the Cats in reply scored 228 but that wasn’t without some nervous moments along the way. Penrith were 4/50 at one stage in the reply innings before middle-order batsman Aaron Beach lifted the side out of the heap to post an entertaining 105. “Our boys stood up on the weekend and when they got themselves in some trouble they battled their way out of it and got the money,” Small said. Despite dismissing St George for a reasonably low total of 175, Small said his side probably should’ve bowled out the reigning premiers sooner if they had made some crucial catches. “Fielding is where it’s at for me,” he said.
“We dropped four catches the other day and you can’t afford to do that. Generally if you’re fielding well then all the other parts of your game follow on. “As a club we want to be the best fielding club in the competition and that’s something you have to get done.” Th is week the fourth-placed Penrith take on the winless Mosman at Allan Border Oval. It will be the fi rst time Penrith has played away from home all season and that does have their coach somewhat worried. “Mosman may have not won a game yet but that will make them more determined,” Small said. “They have Jason Krejza playing for them who’s taken wickets at Test level and played a lot of fi rst class cricket. Mosman will be a real threat. “Th is time of year is all about being consistent and trying to improve each week.” Small said that if the side continues to hold good form that Penrith will be well placed in the fi nal weeks of competition. “We’ve got a long way to go before we are going to be in the mix but they are doing everything right at the moment,” he said. Meanwhile, there’ll still be some cricket played this weekend at Howell Oval with Penrith’s fi rst grade side and U21’s side playing in a T20 double header against the competition-leading Manly on Sunday. The U21’s game begins at 10.45am followed by fi rst grade at 2.30pm. Spectators are welcome with a BBQ and drink specials running right throughout the day.
Penrith bowler Pat Jackson at training. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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New CFO at NRL The National Rugby League (NRL) has appointed its new Chief Financial Offic er with Mark Wilson coming on board. With over 25 years fi nancial experience working for some of Australia’s leading public companies, Mr Wilson is ideally placed to manage the NRL’s whole of game fi nancial strategy. “We have already taken significant steps this year in building a detailed profi le of fi nances across the clubs, the leagues and the game,” said NRL Chief Executive, Dave Smith. “As we strategically invest in the growth of rugby league the management of fi nances across every level of the game is fundamental to our success. “We are already on course this year to deliver a great fi nancial result in 2013 but we need to be even stronger in the future.” Mr Wilson started work on Monday.
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he Western Sydney Academy of Sport has already launched the sporting careers of a number of local athletes and now another 91 youngsters are set to embark on that very same journey. Last weekend the newest set of talented locals were inducted into the Academy during a fantastic two-day program
of events which saw them undertake education, testing and training at the UWS Kingswood Campus. The athletes were selected on merit into the Academy’s sports programs of Softball, Netball, Golf and Hockey and the weekend was an opportunity for interaction and sharing of knowledge between athletes, staff and programs. Some of the activities athletes had to undertake during the program included seminars on anti-doping, social media,
sports psychology, sports nutrition as well as cross training sessions and functional movement screening. “The induction weekend provided a fantastic development opportunity for these young athletes,” Academy CEO, Martin Bullock said. “The Academy has such a strong pool of talent to select from and with our high quality programs we are excited at the prospect of having future champions among us.”
The Western Weekender this week signed on to sponsor the Penrith Panthers for the 2014 National Rugby League season. “We are proud to partner with the Panthers and look forward to the exciting season ahead,” said Weekender Managing Editor, Troy Dodds. “The Panthers are an integral part of this community and with the best recruitment drive of any club over the off-season and the right management in place, the club has a very bright future.” Corporate opportunities for advertisers are already on sale for the Weekender’s rugby league coverage next year. Contact Simon Gould on 4722 2998 or email simon. gould@westernweekender.com.au.
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Shock decision as coach quits Cooper scales back basketball commitment in coaching shake-up at Penrith
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ard working basketball coach Jeff Cooper has stepped down from his role as head coach of the Penrith Panthers Men’s Waratah Championship League team. After more than 10 years coaching two top level teams within the Penrith Basketball Association, Cooper has decided to scale back his coaching commitments and coach just one side, U18 Men 1, next season. “It was a hard decision to make, it’s never easy but I just thought it was time for players to hear another voice, so I decided to go back to one team,” Cooper said. “I’ll probably have a year off and maybe consider coming back coaching the youth league team if that opportunity arises in the future.” Cooper had a remarkable season with the Panthers Men’s WCL team this year, recording 13 wins and advancing the side to their fi rst playoff series in years. “I was coaching during the week plus games on both Saturday and Sunday and it takes up a lot of time,” Cooper said. “You’ve got to consider family as well. I’ve got a young granddaughter now, so I want to spend time with her.” Taking over the reigns from Cooper is another experienced coach who’s also well-known to the Penrith club, John Hennessy. Earlier this year Hennessy returned to the club to coach Penrith’s Women’s Waratah Championship League
Jeff Cooper working with his team this year. Inset: John Hennessy with the women’s team. Photos: Nathan Taylor.
team. Cooper said it was a deserving appointment. “John’s had experience in that area for a number of years when he coached at Parramatta… I think he’s got a few past players in mind to play for Penrith as well,” he said. “John’s got a lot of knowledge and he’s
known some players for a long time, so I think it’ll be beneficial.” Hennessy, who was once an assistant coach at the Sydney Kings, said he was grateful for the opportunity and is already preparing for the upcoming 2014 season. “I’m mainly excited that it’s a young team on the improve and I think it’s an
exciting time to be involved,” he said. “I’ve known a few of the players since juniors and I know they are good, hard working kids and I’m just excited about the prospect of taking over a team that’s in the position it is. “Jeff Cooper has done a great job with building a good culture with those guys.”
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AROUND THE GROUNDS Baseball: The Penrith Panthers have had a mixed round five against the Manly Eagles. Last Wednesday the Panthers went down to Manly 4-9 but managed to hang on to win in their second game on Sunday 4-1. The Panthers now sit in fourth position and will play the third-placed Ryde Hawks in round six. Baseball: Four Penrith players will be taking part in an exciting exhibition game tonight between the Sydney Blue Sox ABL team and NSW State League All Stars team. Penrith pitcher Aaron Sookee will play for the Blue Sox while Alex Johnson, Hayden Godbold and Cian Howard have all been selected in the NSW State League All Stars team. The game will be played tonight, Friday, October 25 at Blacktown International Sports Park at 7.30pm. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for kids. Sport: Congratulations to all the local sporting clubs who have done their bit to support the people affected by the NSW bush fi re crisis and in particular the Blue Mountains situation. Clubs including Penrith OzTag, Penrith Baseball Club, Penrith Basketball Association as well as many others in the area have done a wonderful job in raising money at games over the
past week to donate to the appeal. Netball: Penrith District Netball Association wishes to advise that player nominations for State League 2014 are now open. Play nomination forms are available on the Penrith Netball website at www.penrith.netball.asn.au. Player nominations close Friday, November 15 via fax, email or mail. For more information contact Trish Mann on 0407 706 298. Racing: Local V8 Ute driver David Sieders is heading into this weekend’s Gold Coast 600 with a three point lead in the 2013 V8 Ute Racing Series. Sieders will also be running a Salvation Army Appeal banner across his bonnet to raise awareness for the NSW bush fi re crisis. We wish David all the best!
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hen 21-year-old local netballer Paige Hadley was in primary school she had a book in which she wrote down her future dreams and ambitions. One dream that she jotted down, which seemed a huge long shot at the time, was that she wanted to one day play netball for Australia. Last week, 10 years later, the St Clair Netball Club junior fulfi lled that dream of playing for her country and she didn’t disappoint. Hadley made her long-awaited debut for the Australia Diamonds last Wednesday night against tiny African nation Malawi in Wollongong. Like a duck to water, Hadley backed up her amazing debut performance with a second outing with the Diamonds just three nights later on the Gold Coast, however this time she walked off the court as the game’s Most Valued Player. Combine that with her Australian U21 Player of the Year Award last Sunday at the
Australian Netball Awards and her week couldn’t get any better. “Th is week’s been unbelievable,” she said. “Having my family and friends come to Wollongong and the Gold Coast to watch me, and to get an MVP and the Australian Player of the Year… I don’t know what to say but that it was a real shock.” Hadley is the only Penrith District Netball Association player to ever pull on the green and gold for Australia but she isn’t the only local player on the international scene with fellow St Clair junior Courtney Tairi playing for the New Zealand Ferns. “I really hope I do inspire other local girls, I guess when you’re that young you never think you are going to make it,” Hadley said. “When I visit the local courts I still get a shock that people know who I am.” Next up for Hadley is the Fast5 Netball World Series in Auckland this November followed by pre-season training with the NSW Swifts as well as the task of pressing her claims for the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games. “Comm Games is on my mind but if it’s not next year, hopefully I will make it in 2018 on the Gold Coast,” Hadley said.
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