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Tricia stays on as Deputy Marcus Cornish makes bid for key role but Thain / Hitchen duo will remain EMILY NEWTON

iberal Councillor Tricia Hitchen is set to serve another 12 months as Penrith’s Deputy Mayor alongside Mayor John Thain.

At Monday night’s Council meeting, Councillors praised the duo’s harmony over the past 12 months despite sitting on opposite sides of politics.

“I have learnt so much working with you,” Cr Hitchen told the Mayor.

“We’ve learnt from our community, and we’re changing what we do.

“Penrith is leading the way, and that’s the work of this Council.”

The only other nominee for the Deputy Mayor role was controversial Councillor Marcus Cornish. He ultimately lost the vote 13 to two.

There was no election for the Mayoral role as Cr Thain is now mid-way through a two year term.

In his Mayoral Minute, Cr Thain praised the work of Councillors and Council staff for their dedication in what is reflected as a busy 12 months, personally thanking Cr Hitchen for her support over the year.

“I look forward to continuing in the role of Mayor for another year as we work together to make Penrith a vibrant and

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inclusive place and a significant regional city,” he said.

Councillors responded with praise for the pair.

“You certainly work together well,” Cr Ross Fowler said.

“Penrith is now a force to be reckoned with.”

Cr Bernard Bratusa said it was clear that the strong leadership has helped Penrith Council through the past year.

“One of the things that has been very clear to me in this term is the camaraderie,” he said.

“This is very much a team effort.”

Even Cr Cornish had praise for the past year at Council, speaking positively of the pair before voting for the Deputy Mayor took place.

“I was very surprised,” Cr Cornish said lightheatedly.

“Overall, I think it’s been a very good result.”

A former Commissioned Police Officer, Cr Hitchen has been on Council since 2012 and will serve a second year as Deputy Mayor after being first elected on September 26 last year.

Cr Hitchen represents Council on the Access Committee, Penrith Aquatic and Leisure Centres, and the St Marys Town Centre Board.

Tricia Hitchen has been re-elected as Deputy Mayor to serve another 12 months alongside Penrith Mayor John Thain

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eyond the Instagram posts, emojis and stories of love, there is a dark underbelly to the same-sex marriage postal plebiscite.

Many of us feared that the debate would turn ugly; in fact when you have a subject as emotive as this one, it was never in doubt.

And yet the Government proceeded anyway. It will forever be a stain on Malcolm Turnbull’s leadership that he allowed this postal vote to happen and divide the country the way it has.

It has directed the news narrative for months now unnecessarily; all because a Government – that would be comfortable in making a decision within the confines of Parliament to send us to war – couldn’t debate this possible legislation change sensibly and properly in Canberra and actually do what we pay them to do.

And so we have reached farcical levels with this whole thing.

We had the Facebook generation outraged when the words ‘Vote No’ were plastered all over the sky; unable to accept that it is everyone’s right to have an opinion and express that view. I have no doubt that if the tables were turned and ‘Vote Yes’ was in the sky instead, same-sex marriage supporters would have celebrated and cheered.

We have sporting organisations and businesses who want to back the yes campaign being vilified. We have Tony Abbott being headbutted. We have media commentators sprouting opinions often not based on fact or any substance.

On Wednesday, 2GB’s Steve Price was outraged because Macklemore may well sing a particular song that supports marriage equality at the Grand Final.

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“This whole debate has turned us petty and soft... are we seriously going to pretend we were that offended by the infamous text message?”

And to top it all off, we’ve suddenly become offended at getting an unsolicited text message.

The whole debate has turned us petty and soft.

I mean seriously, I still get text messages from a barber I went to once nearly 10 years ago – not to mention the calls I get from call centres both here and overseas trying to sell me something. Are we seriously going to pretend we were that offended by the infamous text message?

Next thing you know we’ll all be getting catalogues and flyers in our letterbox we didn’t order!

And in all of this, we have forgotten the people.

Imagine being a gay person right now watching this unfold. Imagine watching your love and rights being discussed like it is just another everyday topic for a morning TV program.

No matter where you sit on this debate,

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surely we can all agree on one thing – this whole thing is very, very sad and ever so slowly, getting out of control.

Like many others, I’ve now had enough of it.

I’m as equally frustrated with the no campaign as I am with the yes campaign.

Even though I’ve made it quite clear I support marriage equality and in fact proudly posted off my yes vote earlier this week, I can’t say the ‘ram it down people’s throats’ method is the one I would have gone with.

On the same token when I see those awful TV ads promoting the no campaign, I cringe.

I can only imagine how much this is frustrating and annoying fence-sitters who are probably being swayed day by day by the rhetoric from both sides of the debate.

Eventually they will just be swayed into not voting at all.

I think we’ll all be glad when this whole thing is over and we have a result – but I think most of us realise this isn’t going to be all that clear cut.

It’ll be close, and with participating not mandatory, it’ll be hard for the Government to say it has a mandate from the public based on what the result of the survey ends up being.

That will simply create the next wave of debate and controversy over a subject that never needed to become such a talking point in the first place.

Same-sex marriage, long after it is given the tick of approval, could yet haunt Malcolm Turnbull.

How he could let such a divisive and ugly debate take place under his leadership is simply extraordinary.

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Competition for WSU: Councillor wants us to plan for future education needs closer to home for people when now, and in the next decade, we’re going to see huge population developments in the greater west.”

Citing Western Sydney Airport and the transformation it will bring the region as one example, the area is expecting rapid change as new employment opportunities come to western Sydney.

“We need to make sure that people have the right skills and part of that, I think, is access to tertiary education,” he said.

“For young people as well, you have to work as well as study, so minimising the burden of the commute will be something that is much appreciated by young people.

“It’s about access and about equality of opportunity.

“It’s about the future of Penrith.”

While still praising Western Sydney University as a fine university in the area, his call for a report looking into another university on Monday night was supported by Council with Cr Ross Fowler and Cr John Thain vocal in their agreement.

“I wholeheartedly support the direction,” Cr Fowler said.

“We need to look at how we, as a city, can attract other universities.”

A report will come back to Councillors in the near future.

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ith land in the city centre going unused, Councillor Aaron Duke believes that a second university for Penrith will see our region thrive.

During Monday night’s Council meeting, Cr Duke called for a report to look into the viability of a second university in Penrith.

“In order to meet the demands of this changing economy, we need to prepare,” Cr Duke told Council.

As the region continues to expand in population, Western Sydney University is currently the only predominant university in the area.

“We are a growing region, and in particular we are a growing area of young people,” he explained to the Weekender.

“There is one major university in the greater west, but when you compare that to the amount in the inner city… that doesn’t match up.”

Cr Duke said another university would also provide more diverse options, keeping students in the local area.

“I know for me, when I went to university because of the course I wanted to do and what I studied, you have to go into the city,” he said.

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ccused drug mule Cassandra Sainsbury’s link to Kingswood brothel Club 220 is more crucial to her case than previously thought.

The 22-year-old dubbed ‘Cocaine Cassie’ has been behind bars in Columbia since 5.8 kilograms of cocaine was found in her luggage in April this year.

In May, the case was dramatically linked to Penrith as it was revealed Sainsbury worked at Club 220 last year.

On Sunday night, ‘60 Minutes’ revealed an even bigger twist to a case that has been full of contradictions and controversy as Ms Sainsbury said her work in Kingswood is “linked� to her case. “Right now with that brothel there’s not a lot I can discuss right now,� Ms Sainsbury told reporter Liam Bartlett from the Colombian women’s prison. “Everything that happened before and here, it’s all linked in my case.�

Despite multiple sources confirming Ms Sainsbury worked as a prostitute, she denied the claim to ‘60 Minutes’. “I did some reception work there, but I wasn’t a prostitute,� she said. “I’m not a prostitute, there was some work relating to Club 220 but it wasn’t prostitution.�

Ms Sainsbury claims that she was flown from Adelaide to Sydney to work in the brothel as a receptionist.

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Ms Sainsbury said she was offered a legitimate job as an international courier over the Internet, and believed she was delivering documents, not drugs. “I found myself in a bad situation and I suppose I couldn’t find a way out,� she said. “I didn’t willingly mean to commit a crime.�

The interview also revealed that Ms Sainsbury has evidence to prove she was blackmailed on her mobile phone, but has forgotten the pattern used to unlock her device. “Until people know completely what happened, they shouldn’t be forming opinions,� she said.

Ms Sainsbury faces between 21 and 30 years in jail if it can’t be found that she was coerced.

View the full interview with Cassie Sainsbury on the ‘60 Minutes’ website.

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All levels of government come together to give yes campaign a push EMILY NEWTON

ll Labor elected representatives in Penrith united last weekend to vote yes in the marriage equality plebiscite.

Federal Member for Lindsay Emma Husar was joined by State Member for Londonderry Prue Car and Penrith City Labor Councillors on Saturday, September 23 to post their votes.

Ms Husar said she was proudly voting yes, despite believing the $122 million survey was unnecessary.

“I was proud to stand with my Labor colleagues to support marriage equality for our community,” she said.

“I have also been pleased to see many from the other side of politics, supporting the yes vote too.

“For me, it’s simply a matter of fairness.

Why should I have the right to marry, when other consenting adults do not?”

Ms Car’s office on Queen Street, St Marys, has been proudly flying a rainbow flag out the front window for the past few weeks, which has garnered positive messages of support from the community.

“I have always had a view that love is love and I was proud to vote yes,” Ms Car said.

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Penrith’s Labor elected representatives joined forces on Saturday to post their votes supporting marriage equality “Whilst I respect others may have a different opinion, I believe that we need to end the discrimination that exists for gay people in our community.”

Councillor Aaron Duke said he has been overwhelmed by the support and encouragement from the community.

“The majority of people in our community have gay friends, family members or colleagues,” Cr Duke said.

“This vote is about ensuring all people are equal before the law.

“I am thankful for the messages of support and encouragement from the

community and I encourage everyone to make sure they vote.

This is the first time all Labor elected representatives in Penrith have joined together to support marriage equality.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) confirmed this week that more than 16 million Australian Marriage Law Postal Survey packages had been dispatched to eligible Australians, and people should have now received their forms.

ABS Deputy Australian Statistician and Taskforce Lead Jonathan Palmer said any eligible Australians who had not yet received their survey materials, or anyone with a lost or damaged form, should contact the ABS and request a replacement form via their website.

“You will be sent a replacement form, and the original form will be made invalid,” he said.

“Anyone unable to go online, can visit one of our capital city or regional pick-up locations or call the Information Line on 1800 572 113.”

Requests for new survey materials close on Friday, October 20 at 6pm.

Results from the survey will be published on the ABS website on Wednesday, November 15.

For more information, visit www. marriagesurvey.abs.gov.au.

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RSVP for this free event on 4732 7483 or go to penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/PenrithTalks

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: 4732 7777 F: 4732 7958 Write to: PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751.

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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

MEETING DATES Council Meetings 9 October 2017 – 7pm (Policy Review Committee) 23 October 2017 – 7.30pm (Ordinary Meeting)

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COUNCIL BRIEFS ● Penrith Council is planning for the community’s future by ensuring there is a supply of affordable and diverse housing.

Council is inviting nominations for suitable sites that have the ability to deliver housing within the next 3–5 years.

The invitation is open to landowners (and/or their representatives) with sites approximately 100 hectares in size and capable of producing 1,000+ lots, with access to immediate infrastructure.

Detailed submission requirements and evaluation criteria can be found on Council’s website at penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/ housingdeliveryprogram. Submissions close 5 October.

For further information call 4732 7403 or 4732 8120. ● Coming soon, Penrith Council will be giving all ratepayers the opportunity to receive their rates and instalment notices by email. To participate in this new email service for your rates notices you will need to opt in by following the link that will soon be found on Council’s website. This is a simple process and once you register you will no longer receive a paper copy of your rates notice in your letterbox. Electronic copies will be forwarded to your nominated email address.

Keep an eye out on the homepage of Council’s website penrithcity.nsw.gov.au ● It’s time to unlock your adventurous side and embrace fun as Real Festival returns to the Nepean River from 3–4 November.

This year it’s bigger and better than ever, with world-class performances, spectacular stage shows, well-known TV stars, hands-on activities, illuminated artworks and more offered across the weekend. The best part, it’s all for free.

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170 Glossop Street, St Marys Demolition of existing structures and construction of 10 x town houses including basement car parking and associated works Contact: Gannon Cuneo on 4732 7774 Closing Date: 13 October 2017

DEVELOPMENT CONSENT/S DETERMINED Pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council.

Details of these determinations are available for public inspection free of charge during Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith.

Approved Development Applications s Archi-Build International

DA17/0021

Lot 166 DP 16330 (No. 89a) Adelaide Street, Oxley Park Demolition of existing structures and construction of 5 x town houses and associated works s Western Sydney University

DA17/0279

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS

Lot 2 DP 1130750 (No. 56) Second Avenue, Kingswood

The following development applications have been received

by Council:

University’s Penrith-Kingswood Campus and associated works

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DA17/0855

s Vista Group Pty Ltd

DA17/0311

23 Birmingham Road, South Penrith

Lot 2 DP 855996 (No. 12) Vista Street, Penrith

Demolition of existing structures and construction of 16 x 2-storey seniors living town houses

Demolition of existing structures and construction of 2 x 6-storey

Contact: Jane Hetherington on 4732 8078

residential flat buildings containing 79 apartments and

Closing Date: 13 October 2017

basement car parking

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Presentation of Financial Statements as per Section 418 (3) of the Local Government Act In accordance with Section 418 (3) of the Local Government Act 1993, Penrith City Council advises that the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 25 September 2017 included the presentation of the audited Financial Statements and the Auditor’s Reports for the ďŹ nancial year ending 30 June 2017.

2017 $000

2016 $000

Total Income from Continuing Operations

259,176

269,417

Total Expenses from Continuing Operations

207,114

200,038

Operating Result from Continuing Operations

52,062

69,379

Net Operating Result for the year

52,062

69,379

Net Operating Result before Grants & Contributions provided for Capital Purposes

17,030

14,250

Income Statement

Statement of Financial Position

A summary of the Financial Statements is provided opposite:

Total Current Assets

125,243

100,590

Total Current Liabilities

(63,806)

(60,499)

In accordance with Section 420 of the Local Government Act 1993, any person may make a submission in writing to Council with respect to the Council’s Audited Financial Statements or the Auditor’s Reports.

Total Non-Current Assets

1,790,332

1,772,747

(47,387)

(53,842)

1,804,382

1,758,996

Copies of the audited Financial Statements including the Auditor’s Reports may be inspected from 9 October 2017 at the following locations:

Unrestricted Current Ratio (times)

2.47x

1.80x

Operating Performance Ratio (%)

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Submissions close Monday 16 October 2017.

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PUBLIC EXHIBITION Planning Proposal to amend Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010 and a draft amendment to the Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 relating to the Penrith Panthers Site at Mulgoa Road and Retreat Drive, Penrith Council invites you to inspect and comment on proposed changes to the planning controls for the Penrith Panthers Site at Mulgoa Road and Retreat Drive, Penrith. The intention of the proposed changes is to enable the development of a mixed-use and residential precinct on the northern portion of the Penrith Panthers Site.

A Planning Proposal seeks changes to the Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010 to: s Adjust the maximum building heights on the northern portion of the Penrith Panthers Site. s Place a cap on the maximum residential development capacity on the northern portion of the Penrith Panthers Site. s Remove the ability to develop the Penrith Panthers Site with an Outlet Centre. s Correct the property descriptions listed in Schedule 1 Additional Permitted Uses, Clause 22 for the Penrith Panthers Site.

A draft amendment to the Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 seeks to: s Amend the planned development concept for the Penrith Panthers Site by replacing the planned Outlet Centre on the northern portion of the site with a residential and retail development scheme with associated development controls. s Place a limitation to the quantity of retail oor space which may be developed on the northern portion of the Penrith Panthers Site. s Incorporate controls to achieve appropriate urban design outcomes and design excellence at the Penrith Panthers Site.

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Total Non-Current Liabilities Total Equity Other Financial Information

The affected land is known as 65, 73, 83, 109 & 123–135 Mulgoa Road and Lot 1 Retreat Drive, Penrith. Penrith City Council has not been issued with delegation for making the amendment to the Penrith Local Environmental Plan 2010.

The Planning Proposal, draft amendment to the Penrith Development Control Plan 2014 and supporting information is on public exhibition from Monday, 4 September to Tuesday, 3 October 2017.

It can be viewed at the following locations: s Online at penrithcity.nsw.gov.au s Penrith Civic Centre 601 High Street, Penrith Monday–Friday: 8.30am–4pm s Penrith Library 601 High Street, Penrith Monday–Friday: 9am–8pm; Saturday: 9am–5pm and Sunday: 10am–5pm s St Marys Business OfďŹ ce 207–209 Queen Street, St Marys Monday–Friday: 8.30am–4pm s St Marys Library 207–209 Queen Street, St Marys Monday–Thursday: 9am–8pm; Friday: 9am–5.30pm; Saturday: 9am–5pm and Sunday: 10am–5pm You are invited to comment by making a written submission on the proposal. Penrith City Council will accept submissions until Tuesday, 3 October 2017.

You may email your submission to: cityplanningteam@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au You may post your submission to: The General Manager (Attention Joel Carson), Penrith City Council, PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751.

You may submit your written submission to a staff member at the Penrith Civic Centre or the St Marys Business OfďŹ ce.

For further enquiries please contact Joel Carson, Senior Planner on 4732 8196.

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67.60%

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INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council. s Anvest Holdings Pty Limited DA17/0860 Lot 5247 DP 1201223 (No. 29) Bungendore Street, Jordan Springs Integrated Housing Development comprising 14 x semi-detached dwellings and Torrens title subdivision x 14 lots The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the NSW Rural Fire Service – Rural Fires Act 1997 & Department of Primary Industries Water – Water Management Act 2000 Section 89, 90 & 91.

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 ofďŹ ce hours, in the period from 29 September 2017 to 30 October 2017.

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 speciďŹ ed in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA17/0860.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Gannon Cuneo on 4732 7774.

Viewing of Development Applications The above development application/s may be viewed on Council’s DA Tracker via penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/ DATracker. Alternatively the applications can be viewed during Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. OfďŹ cers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

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Across two jam-packed days the Grand Pavilion at Rosehill Racecourse will play host to 60 of the state’s favourite wineries and more than 350 wines – enough to please any wine enthusiast.

Of course a good wine isn’t complete without good food, and guests will be spoiled for choice with 15 food stalls serving up a host of culinary delights.

Pair your wine with delicious cheeses in the Gourmet Cheese Corner, or grab lunch from a range of food stalls.

With live entertainment, plus a chance to win the ultimate wine country getaway, this is the perfect way to spend a sunny spring weekend.

The Sydney Wine Festival is on from Saturday, October 14 to Sunday, October 15. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.sydneywinefestival.com.

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Circular Quay SUBURB YOU LIVE? I live in the city in a historic 1840s terrace five minutes walk from Circular Quay but I work in Penrith directly across from the railway station and Westfield. My day job takes me widely across the Penrith region visiting rural properties which gives me great pleasure as I drive around soaking in the rural atmosphere and views FAVOURITE RESTAURANT IN PENRITH? Chilli Jam Thai FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A COFFEE IN PENRITH? Café Fred FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A DRINK IN PENRITH? Red Cow. It’s next to work, next to the train, next to the shops and the VB is always good FIRST PLACE YOU WOULD TAKE A VISITOR TO PENRITH? For a walk along the Nepean River upstream from the old road and railway bridge, great views, interesting people to meet as you walk and glimpse early Sydney history and the Mountains WHAT IS PENRITH’S BEST KEPT SECRET? That it is friendly

Well done to our Facebook followers who helped police track down an alleged thief after we posted his photo last week.

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Festival returns Penrith City Council has confirmed that the Real Festival will return to the Nepean River on November 3 and 4.

Penrith Mayor John Thain said the new expanded format, which runs over Friday and Saturday, means there are even more opportunities to experience the River in fun and adventurous ways.

“It’s not just the event itself that’s grown this year, it’s the sheer size and scale of what’s on offer and the big names we’ve attracted that will blow everyone away,” Cr Thain said.

“There’s so much to get excited about but what’s most exciting to me and what I’m most proud of is that it’s all for free.”

For more information about the Real Festival and to see the full program of events, visit www.realfestival.com.au.

House goes up in flames No injuries but costly damage bill left behind by blaze

Fuel prices rise Petrol prices are likely to go through the roof this long weekend.

With locals taking the chance to get away for a few days and with the school holidays in full swing, petrol stations are set to take advantage of our need for fuel.

“According to the NRMA app, the gap between the cheapest and most expensive service stations can be up to 35 cents per litre,” said NRMA spokesperson Peter Khoury.

“With prices expected to rise in the coming days that gap could worsen – so it’s important to do your research and fill up as soon as possible.”

Download the NRMA app to compare fuel prices and get the best deal.

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two-storey home in Cambridge Gardens went up in flames last week.

Emergency services arrived on the scene at Summerfield Circuit around 11.30am last Thursday to find the house well alight.

The house was severely damaged, with a partial roof collapse making the fire difficult to get under control at times.

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No one was injured during the fire, but damage to the property is extensive and costly.

“It was a very intense fire,” a Fire and Rescue NSW spokesperson said.

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Londonderry: Workers shocked to find office damaged by fire

Police are investigating the circumstances around a fire that destroyed an office building at a quarry on Torkington Road at Londonderry last weekend.

The fire had not been reported or noticed, and on arrival for work on Monday, workers found the padlock to the front gate missing.

The office was totally destroyed by the fire, which self-extinguished.

Detectives are treating the fire as suspicious but a cause is yet to be determined.

Penrith: Man arrested after breaking in to local Maccas

Police have arrested and charged a 40-year-old man after he entered McDonald’s in Westfield Penrith in the early hours of Thursday, September 21.

On entering the store, the man removed an amount of money from the safe and an iPad. Enquiries quickly identified the man, and he was arrested at his home on Thursday afternoon where the iPad was recovered.

Police believe the money was spent by the man at a number of hotels through the day. He was charged with ‘break, enter and steal’.

Emu Plains: Substance found inside contractor’s esky

A contractor at the Emu Plains Correctional Centre has been arrested after possessing a prescribed restricted substance.

On Friday, September 22, the man arrived to perform work at the prison, and his esky was searched.

A number of tablets, later identified as an anabolic steroid, were located and police were informed.

He will appear in court next month.

Penrith: ‘Busting’ man caught peeing on cop shop wall

A male who claimed he was ‘busting’ was caught relieving himself on the wall outside Penrith Police Station.

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21, police noticed a 33-year-old man acting suspiciously outside the station.

After watching him for some time, the man has walked to the front of the station and begun to urinate on the wall in full view of the public. The male walked off but was apprehended a short distance away where he allegedly told officers he was ‘busting’ and ‘had to go’.

He was issued with a Court Attendance Notice.

St Clair: Pizza delivery driver has motorcycle stolen

Police are investigating after a pizza delivery driver had his motorcycle stolen last weekend.

At 9pm on Saturday, September 23, a 19-year-old pizza delivery driver was travelling on Jorgenson Rd, St Clair.

Two male persons, who had their shirts tied around their heads, have stepped in front of the driver’s motorcycle, causing him to stop. It is alleged that at this time there were three other persons behind the 19-year-old.

The first two men have pushed the 19-year-old causing him and his bike to fall over, when one of the men has taken off on the bike. The 19-year-old sustained minor injuries.

The bike was later located at Creek Road, Colyton and investigations into the incident are continuing.

Anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

St Marys: Teenager busted breaking into vehicles

Between Sunday, September 10 and Wednesday, September 13 a number of motor vehicles were broken into in Atchinson St, Hall St and Vincent St in St Marys.

Investigations identified a 16-year-old St Marys youth as being responsible.

On Friday, September 15 the youth was arrested and taken to Penrith Police Station.

He was charged with eight counts of ‘Larceny’ and will appear at a Children’s Court on Thursday, October 5.

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NRL contracts – are they really worth anything?

If you are a rugby league fan you might often find yourself scratching your head at how players and coaches are sacked or walk away from “contracts” every other day in an NRL season.

Most of us think a “contract” means that two parties reach an agreement, and each of those parties is bound to stick by their word, so why do these rules seem not to apply to rugby league and other sports?

A common example is where club and player agree to part ways (think former Penrith Panthers stars Peta Hiku and Te Maire Martin). If the parties to a contract vary its terms or bring the contract to an end by mutual agreement, then that brings to an end any outstanding obligations owed by any parties to the contract.

Another reason rugby league contracts seem so insecure is that they often contain performance clauses. For example, it was widely reported that Des Hasler’s most recent contract with the Bulldogs, which was ultimately torn up after the club sacked him in recent weeks, had a clause in it that said that the club could terminate his contract if he did not take the team to a top four finish in the 2018 NRL season.

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We have seen many a player part ways with their club for incidents that may not have been illegal but were embarrassing to the club and damaging to its brand (think Todd Carney and the infamous bubbler incident).

Sports contracts in general are typically much more fluid than a normal commercial contract because they have to provide clubs and players with “get out” clauses to address things like player misconduct and changes to things like the salary cap and coaching staff. For example it was reported that Nathan Cleary’s previous contract with the Panthers contained a clause that said that should his father Ivan leave the Panthers he would be entitled to bring his contract with the club to an end (luckily he didn’t!). Similarly, it was reported over many years that Darius Boyd’s contracts contained provisions that allowed him to follow super coach Wayne Bennett to Newcastle in 2012 and back to Brisbane in 2015.

Put simply, a sports contract is still a contract – there are just far more moving parts than in the normal commercial world that mean they need to be malleable.

Besides, it adds to the drama of rugby league, and we can’t let a little thing like the law get in the way of that.

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Students manage finances well despite popular perception From buying smashed avocado for breakfast to splashing out on $4 cups of coffee, millennials have been getting a bad rap for their perceived lack of money management.

But new research reveals the criticism might be unfounded, especially when it comes to struggling students.

The study, led by Swinburne academic Dr Jill Bamforth, found that when money

is tight students are actually adept at managing their remaining funds.

“A student’s lot is not an easy one,” she said.

“Because of university commitments, they face sporadic employment in sectors where there is high competition for jobs like retail and hospitality.

“However, instead of being careless with money, students are in fact very

concerned about how to manage their money effectively.

“The findings were a surprise as they showed students to be significantly resourceful.”

Among the respondents, risky money management was the exception rather than the rule, with only four out of 40 respondents admitting to indulging in retail therapy.

Progress for Nepean upgrade The State Government has announced the development application process has begun for the new clinical tower building at Nepean Hospital.

The request for Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARS), which has now been lodged with the Department of Planning, has initiated the development application process and means Stage 1 of the Nepean Redevelopment project is one step closer to construction.

“We are delivering on our promise to provide world-class health care to people of western Sydney and the Blue Mountains,” said State Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres.

“The $550 million expansion and upgrade of Nepean Hospital and community-based services will help to future-proof health services in the area and improve access to high-quality health care for hundreds of thousands of people.”

The SEARS request will be closely followed by the lodgement of the state significant development application, both of which are important milestones for the project.

“An additional $26 million has been allocated by the NSW Government for a new multi-storey car park at Nepean Hospital to support the expansion of services and to free up space on campus for the new clinical tower building,” said State Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies.

Tributes to Helen Penrith City Council has paid tribute to community leader Helen Walker.

Mayor John Thain passed on his deepest sympathy to Helen’s partner Phillipa, her sons and their family and friends at the latest Council meeting on Monday, September 25.

“Helen’s legacy as a tireless contributor to the community will always be remembered,” Cr Thain said.

Councillors praised her leadership and hard work as the founder and General Manager for over 30 years of Great Community Transport.

“I know that she touched the lives of many people,” Cr Tricia Hitchen said.

Ms Walker died at the age of 66 earlier this month.

A memorial service was held at Leura Memorial Gardens last Friday.

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Despite positive responses overall, Councillor Kevin Crameri has had an earful of popular music festival Defqon.1 held at the International Regatta Centre on Saturday, September 16.

Cr Crameri said he was unhappy with the noise coming from the event.

“I had a few phone calls from people in Cranebrook,” he said.

“On Saturday night you could hear it quite clearly in Llandilo.”

When jokingly asked by Councillors if he enjoyed the music, Cr Crameri quipped back that it wasn’t his preferred taste.

The festival is likely to return to Penrith next year.

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“About 3.45am on Tuesday, September 19, two men on a black motorcycle with their faces covered, approached the front entrance of a shopping centre on Charles Hackett Drive,” a police statement said.

“One of the men used a hammer to smash the front doors of the centre before they entered and went to a nearby jewellery store.

“The men then smashed a glass display window and stole jewellery before they left the centre on the motorcycle.”

Just two days later at 2.30am on Thursday, September 21, two men, also with their faces covered, smashed the glass front doors of the same shopping centre.

“The men entered the centre and went to another jewellery store inside the complex, before smashing a display window and removing an amount of jewellery,” police said.

“The two men went back to the entrance and were last seen leaving on a motorcycle towards Charles Hackett Drive.”

The incidents were both captured on CCTV. Officers from St Marys Local Area

The launch was held earlier this week EMILY NEWTON

entworth Community Housing has launched Cranebrook’s innovative new ‘Our Place Our Gathering Space’ this week.

Conceived after consultation with tenants, the area aims to be a gathering space that is inviting for neighbours as well as entertaining for children and parents.

Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres said the site is something for local residents to be proud of.

“Wentworth is very much a Penrithbased organisation,” he said.

“Having this space as a space where the community can come and sit down and engage with one another is crucially important.

“Human beings are supposed to talk to one another, they are designed to gather.”

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Anyone with information about the incidents is urged to contact St Marys Detectives or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Waiting game as hospital continues to struggle Labor blames State Government for ongoing issues plaguing Nepean Hospital EMILY NEWTON

hether it’s waiting in Emergency or waiting for elective surgery, Nepean Hospital continues to struggle with some of the longest wait times in the state, revealed through new data.

NSW Shadow Health Minister Walt Secord said hospitals are under enormous pressure, compounded at Nepean by a large elderly population and a recent baby boom.

“This Bureau of Health Information data shows that Nepean Hospital is the most under pressure hospital,” Mr Secord said.

“At this very moment, there are 2,900 patients waiting for elective surgery at Nepean Hospital.

“Across the board, the wait is up to a year and you’re not put on the wait list until you’ve already seen a specialist, so in some cases, you could be waiting up to two to three years.”

The median wait for non-urgent elective surgery at Nepean is 340 days and Member for Londonderry Prue Car said the pressure the hospital faces is getting worse.

“The reality is with a rapidly expanding population, western Sydney’s hospitals are under enormous pressure,” Ms Car said.

“Anyone who has been to Nepean Hospital knows how hard the staff are working in very difficult circumstances.

“The Liberals have long promised an upgrade to Nepean Hospital, but we see very little real activity. The community is tired of waiting.”

Mr Secord said patients are flooding Emergency Departments because they cannot get into a GP’s practice or they are unable to pay extra for a GP. “In desperation, families on tight budgets are turning to the Emergency Department,” he said.

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Prue Car and Walt Secord at Nepean Hospital on Wednesday. Photo: Melinda Jane “Sadly, patients wait at every stage in NSW. They wait for an ambulance; they wait outside the Emergency Department and they wait inside the Emergency Department. They wait for a bed and then they are discharged early to make room for other patients.”

One local mother, who wishes to only be named as Kellie, was at Nepean’s Emergency Department last week for her infant son and saw first hand the pressure the hospital faces.

“I saw people sitting on the side of the corridors, and I thought they were just sitting there,” she told the Weekender.

“Then I saw other people on the floor with blankets.

“There were little kids, and it ranged from tiny people to elderly.

“It made me feel upset and I just felt for those little kids that were on the floor.

They’re already sick and they’ve just been thrown on the floor.”

At Nepean, 39.5 per cent of patients in Emergency wait longer than four hours, joining Westmead, Blacktown, Liverpool and Campbelltown – making western Sydney Emergency Departments the worst in the state.

“We welcome the upgrade [to Nepean Hospital], however it’s been delayed and we want to have guarantees that there will actually be staff in those facilities,” Mr Secord said.

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Federal Government funding will make local roads safer at Londonderry & North St Marys EMILY NEWTON

wo intersections in Lindsay are set to be half a million dollars safer with a new round of funding announced under the Australian Government Black Spot Program.

Liberal Senator for Western Sydney Marise Payne welcomed the $580,000 in Federal funding to fix two black spot locations on local roads.

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and the intersection of Kurrajong Road, Maple Road and Plasser Crescent at North St Marys will see a boost in road safety.

“Residents in Lindsay will recognise the history and notoriety of each of these locations,” Senator Payne said.

“Having specialised funding allocated to fix these dangerous spots is great news for the local community and everyone who drives on these sections of road.”

The Londonderry intersection will see $365,000 of works including the installation of a median and improved signage at the intersection, widened road and street

lighting, while North St Marys will cost $215,000 to move the stop lines forward, upgrade the give-way sign to a stop sign, install street lighting and add a single lane roundabout with splitter islands.

Deputy Mayor Tricia Hitchen welcomed the funding.

“Black Spot funding is one of those great Federal Government initiatives that improves the safety of our roads and the amenity of the community,” she said.

“The proposed improvements at both Londonderry and North St Marys will do exactly this.”

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New record as temperatures rise EMILY NEWTON

enrith has set yet another weather record in 2017 with last Saturday becoming the hottest September day on record.

By 2.30pm on Saturday, the mercury tipped 37.3 degrees, breaking the month’s previous record of 35.8 degrees set on September 22, 2003.

It’s the second major weather record set this year with February 11 becoming the hottest day in Penrith’s history when the temperature topped 46.9 degrees.

Last weekend’s heatwave was felt across the state, with the Rural Fire Service (RFS) enduring an extremely busy weekend.

“Firefighters have responded to more than 270 bush and grass fires this weekend, during unprecedented warm conditions,” an RFS spokesperson said.

“High temperatures, strong winds and dry landscape have combined for dangerous bush fire conditions, with a number of fires impacting on people and properties.

“So far this month there’s been more than 2300 fires.”

Not only was the weather hot but the winds were wild in the area as trees and branches were knocked down.

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“At Badgerys Creek, there was a wind gust of more than 100 km/hour,” an RFS spokesperson said.

Fallen trees and power lines on Mulgoa Road caused road closures between Mulgoa and Glenmore Park early on Sunday morning for a few hours, creating morning delays as motorists were advised to avoid the area.

Last week RFS Cumberland District Manager, Superintendent Simon Davis encouraged locals to prepare for the fire season.

“Preparedness for residents is of the utmost importance,” he said.

“The Rural Fire Service volunteers are highly trained with up-to-date modern equipment ready to respond, but it makes our job a lot easier when residents are prepared themselves.

“The best way for them to do that is by completing a Bush Fire Survival Plan.”

The area also saw a Total Fire Ban across the weekend.

While hotter days are ahead this summer, this weekend will be cooler than last in what will be a welcome relief to locals.

Temperatures are set to hit 28 degrees today, 25 on Saturday and 27 on Sunday, with rain likely early next week.

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o celebrate Skypeak Adventures becoming a local tourism hot spot, a new plaque has been unveiled marking its one-year anniversary.

Opening adjacent to St Marys Leagues Club midway through last year, Skypeak Adventures has been one of the most popular tourist attractions in New South Wales, with people coming from all over the state to experience the awesome high wire thrills it has to offer.

On Monday, Founder and CEO of Skypeak Adventures Amgad Botros joined State Member for Mulgoa Tanya Davies and State Member for Londonderry Prue Car for the unveiling of a tree stump-style plaque, which recognises the multimillion dollar facility’s first anniversary.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Botros said people travel from all over the state to see what the fuss is all about.

“Skypeak Adventures has become a tourism destination for NSW, there’s no doubt about that. We’ve worked really hard over the past 12 months to get the word out,” he said.

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ANGELA SMITH, ST MARYS

After listening to, and reading the many findings by “Researchers say or Researches find”, many of which border on the comical, I felt it my duty to contribute to mankind’s benefit as well. I have conducted my own research on an issue of importance to every living person. I have used the same methodology and modelling as used by Australian of the Year Professor Flannery of Global Warming fame, together with an extensive peer review by living persons comprising family and friends who are imminently qualified by being alive. I now announce with 100 per cent certainty that every person alive today will die from some cause, and no amount of intervention by experts will alter this outcome.

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Skypeak really is on the map as a tourism destination.”

Skypeak Adventures is an aerial adventure park boasting more than 80 daring challenges which promise to accommodate all adventure seekers.

Ms Davies, who was representing NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian at the ceremony, said Skypeak Adventures has plenty of benefits in both tourism and health and wellbeing.

“I remember the genesis of this idea a couple of years ago,” she said.

“I was on board from the get-go because I saw the value of this facility for western Sydney and also for children and tackling childhood obesity.”

Ms Car said Penrith has become a real tourism hub with everything it has to offer.

“I think it’s safe to say that Penrith really is the adventure capital with something like this right in the middle of St Marys,” she said.

“I’m very proud as the local member to have a strong association with this project from the beginning.”

Mr Botros expects numbers at Skypeak Adventures to climb even higher in the coming months when the new Holiday Inn opens next door.

It’s open seven days a week.

I think now, it’s time to finally close down these ‘music festivals’ around here. It is now clear that they are nothing but drug hangouts and not actually specifically a dance party! Time and time again, the police and sniffer dogs have been making lots and lots of drug dealing and possession arrests at these places, and it proves that they are dangerous places for our youths to be at. Please, please, can our local government, and especially Stuart Ayers, now either have these events banned altogether, or at least have them removed from the Penrith area and taken to somewhere no one cares about their people’s daily drug use. But our youth need protecting from this NOW. DIANA MCCARTY, EMU PLAINS

Toll rage Australia is one of the highest taxed countries in the world. Why are we adding tolls on top of taxes? I think the government needs to ask the public one question. Does the public feel they get value for their taxes they pay?

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Local retailers set to keep doors open on Boxing Day EMILY NEWTON

ove it or loathe it, the shops will be open on Boxing Day again this year, with big crowds expected to flock to massive sales.

NSW Parliament passed legislation last week to permanently give retailers, employees and consumers the freedom to trade, work and shop on Boxing Day. Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres said the decision by local businesses and workers on whether to work on December 26 was optional.

“We know this is one of the busiest trading days of the year and it’s great news that businesses in Penrith and Mulgoa can take advantage of such a popular shopping day,” he said.

Tanya Davies, Member for Mulgoa, agreed, saying that the opportunity to trade on Boxing Day allows businesses to increase their sales in the local area.

“This is a government focused on supporting jobs and the economy and this initiative for the retail sector is a boon for the people of Mulgoa and Penrith,” she said.

Retailers who coerce employees to work on Boxing Day will continue to face fines of up to $11,000 per employee.

Treasurer Dominic Perrottet said the reform was about providing retailers, retail employees and consumers with more choice.

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“If people want to trade, work or shop on Boxing Day, it makes sense that they can choose to do so irrespective of their location, keeping retail dollars in their local communities.”

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Night work and ramp closures on the M4 Motorway at The Northern Road, South Penrith from Friday 29 September 2017 Roads and Maritime Services is building a new bridge over the M4 Motorway at the Northern Road, South Penrith. This work is part of The Northern Road upgrade between Glenmore Parkway, Glenmore Park and Jamison Road, South Penrith.

Work to start building the bridge includes installing temporary barriers, building temporary lanes, transporting equipment, clearing vegetation and, installing signage and line marking.

During this work, the eastbound on-ramp to the M4 Motorway and westbound off-ramp to The Northern Road will be closed on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 September 2017.

These closures will be in place between 10pm and 8am.

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To ensure the safety of workers and motorists, the speed limit on the M4 Motorway between Kent Road and Mulgoa Road has been reduced to 80km/h. This reduced speed limit will be in place until project completion in 2020.

Detours and closures may affect travel times, please keep to speed limits and follow the direction of detour signs and traffic controllers.

These closures will be carried out at night when traffic volumes are lower to minimise impact on traffic and safety of the travelling public. Thank you for your patience during this important work.

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enrith RSL Club has been honoured with a Special Commendation Award at this year’s RSL and Services Spirit of ANZAC Awards, held in Adelaide earlier this month.

The award recognises a club that has upheld the values of ANZAC traditions and made outstanding contributions throughout the year to its members and local community.

Penrith RSL Club CEO Neel Chand

said he is incredibly proud of the prized recognition.

“It’s important to us that we honour our returned servicemen and show awareness of their sacrifices through our war memorial, our strong sub-Branch, the Kokoda Youth Leadership challenge and the Homes for Heroes project,” he said.

Penrith RSL Club and sub-Branch have contributed a joint amount of over $101,000 to the Homes for Heroes program which helps to house ex-service personnel who have become homeless as a result of PTSD and other illnesses.

Detours during The Northern Road ramp closures will be in place re-directing people to the new Kent Road M4 Motorway ramps. Please visit the Roads and Maritime website to view the detour maps.

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Dedicated Nepean Hospital duo honoured – but they say it’s a real team effort EMILY NEWTON

wo of Nepean Hospital’s hardest workers have been recognised for their compassionate work, but they say the awards are recognition for all nurses and midwives.

Vicki Williams and Annie Evans were honoured at the fifth annual NSW Health Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards as finalists in their fields.

A nurse for 40 years, Ms Williams said she loves her job. She was a finalist for Excellence in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Care.

“I work as a 48-hour follow up nurse for people with chronic conditions,” she said.

“In the beginning, it was so different from wards. Just learning to connect, build rapport and trust with them.”

Ms Williams said that there is a big need for her position in the area, and is humbled by the recognition of her work.

“I’m actually so proud that all your hard work is acknowledged. I’m beaming, I couldn’t believe it,” she said.

Ms Evans, originally from England, came into midwifery and nursing as a mature age student and was named a finalist for Excellence in Midwifery.

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“It’s a hospital that has really nurtured me and supported me through all that study.”

Working at Nepean since 2005, Ms Evans feels she is “lucky” to be a part of a fulfilling career.

“Don’t ever let anybody say you can’t do something,” she said.

“Sometimes life changes, you think you’re someone and you will be that person forever and then something happens and you make that change. Well, I made that change and I became a nurse.

“I know that I’m standing here, and I’ve got this bit of glass, but I feel like I’m standing with everyone who works with me. We all know one another and we understand one another.”

The pair reflected on the hard work of all nurses and midwives at Nepean Hospital and agreed that they wouldn’t be receiving these awards without the support of their colleagues, who work extensively as a team.

“I just love working with the women,” Ms Evans said.

“The job of a nurse, of a midwife, we work really hard.”

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Can we accurately envisage, anticipate and act on advances in design, engineering and technology to make the most of them?

They’re difficult questions for anyone to answer, but on October 18, from 5.30pm – 8pm at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, the next Penrith Talks: Innovation event will see a panel of thought-leaders and futurists at the forefront of innovation within their fields tackle these questions head-on.

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If you’re an innovator, have an interest in the rapid changes that are taking place in the fields of design engineering and technology and want to know how to take advantage of them, or simply wonder what the world of tomorrow is going to look like, then I invite you to join our guest speakers at the event.

You’ll hear and have the opportunity to interact with Jay Manley, Engineering Project Manager at Tesla and Western Sydney University graduate; Dr Jordan Nguyen, Engineer and Founder of Psykinetic; and Professor Jonathon Allen, Head of Western’s Academy; as they look to the future and discuss what’s on the horizon for western Sydney and beyond.

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irls Night In is on again at St Marys Leagues Club, and with the theme ‘Rags to Riches’ guests are encouraged to get creative, frock up and join the fun.

Held on Friday, October 20, the night coincides with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with all money raised donated directly to the Cancer Council.

“St Marys Leagues are again encouraging girls to get together for a great cause,” event organiser Yvette Haines said.

“Girls Night In is an opportunity to get together with female friends, family, colleagues and neighbours for a fun night.

“This is our 11th year helping to raise money to find a cure for breast and gynaecological cancers.”

With free champagne on arrival, prizes for best dressed, guest speakers, finger food, fun games and a few surprises it’s set to be a great night among girlfriends for $35 a ticket.

Renae Dean, who attended last year, praised the event.

“I had a fantastic night and felt empowered being a part of an event that raised much-needed funds and awareness for such a great cause,” she said.

St Marys Leagues is also working with BreastScreen NSW to encourage women over 40 to visit the BreastScreen mobile

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Painting up a storm: Nepean Art Society’s huge milestone

Real estate firm clocks up 25 years of success in Penrith TROY DODDS

aine & Horne Commercial is celebrating a quarter of a century servicing the Penrith business community.

The organisation has been at the forefront of the commercial real estate industry for the past 25 years.

With a staff of over 30, based across multiple locations in Penrith and in Queensland, Raine & Horne Commercial Penrith continue to go from strength to strength – a fact celebrated at a silver anniversary gala dinner earlier this month.

At the dinner, Managing Director Colin Henry was praised for his role in fostering the local economy and supporting the broader business community of Penrith.

Penrith Mayor John Thain praised Mr Henry for his professionalism and his contribution to the local economy and the creation of many local jobs.

Over 150 staff and clients gathered at the glittering event, held at Penrith Panthers, to celebrate the success of Colin and his team.

Angus Raine, Executive Chairman and CEO of the Raine & Horne Property Group, described Mr Henry as a friend to many. He praised his many years of loyalty to the Raine & Horne brand.

“Colin was one of the first to establish the separate commercial brand and

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enrith and the Nepean River have long been the inspiration of artists drawn to the area to paint idyllic scenes around Castlereagh and Emu Plains with the picturesque river and mountains as backdrops.

This year, the Nepean Art Society is celebrating half a century of maintaining the long art tradition of the Nepean district.

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“You learn from the other artists. We meet regularly and you get all sorts of tips from the way they get about their art,” he said.

To mark the 50 year milestone, the society is holding a Spring Exhibition and Sale that highlights the talents of its members.

Held in the society’s studio in Station Street on Saturday and Sunday, October 21 and 22, entry to the exhibition is free.

Visit www.nepeanartsociety.org.

Colin Henry with his wife Andrea for the past 25 years, Raine & Horne Commercial Penrith has dominated the commercial market in Penrith,” he said.

“Colin is the backbone of the organisation and is a wonderful coach and mentor.”

Each year Raine & Horne Commercial Penrith collects over $75 million in rent and they manage properties with a total value in excess of $1.25 billion.

Always humble, Mr Henry credits his success to his wife, Andrea, and his loyal and committed staff.

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Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres joined Linda Morely of Anglicare Community Services to congratulate them as a successful recipient of a NSW Government grant of $3050 to celebrate the invaluable contribution of grandparents and older people in Penrith.

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“Local organisations like Anglicare are the lifeblood of our community and this funding is another win for Penrith,” Mr Ayres said.

Penrith City Council also received a Grandparents Day Grant of $10,000 to host an event at Jamison Park and Penrith South Public School was awarded $935 to hold a special Grandparents Day event.

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n December 2010, I wrote a list of goals for my business in 2011. One of those goals was to ‘write a column in a local newspaper’. It was quite a bold goal at the time, and I didn’t really have any idea how I was going to bring it to fruition. And then out of the blue, I was contacted by the Editor of The Western Weekender, Troy Dodds, and just like that, my goal was met!

But after nearly seven years and 332 contributions later, today is my last article in The Western Weekender’s business section.

I have immensely enjoyed my opportunity to provide discussion and conjecture on various issues, as well as encourage and embolden local business owners to keep striving.

Thank you, Troy, for taking a chance on a small business owner, with no prior writing experience!

My first article was titled ‘Are you a fake Fendi?’, an article about authenticity, and it is still one of my favourites.

It was based on an episode of the TV show ‘Sex and the City’, where the main character nearly buys a fake Fendi

handbag, but backs out, saying: “Even if everyone else thought it was real, I’d always know”.

My main point for business owners was: “Finding your business niche is not about copying what other people are doing. It’s not about being something you’re not. And it’s definitely not about being fake”. I think this is one of the most important factors to running a successful business. Being ‘you’, being passionate about what you do, and giving customers value for money are so important. Being inspired by others is great, but forming your own values and ‘voice’ is critical.

Hopefully my articles have given you some food for thought. And above all, I hope you have been encouraged to find ways to make your business ever better.

I will leave you with one of my favourite quotes, by Steve Jobs (former Apple CEO): “Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life… And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition, they somehow already know what you truly want to become”.

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n September 3, 2000, Penrith locals were invited to join in on the festivities of the Olympic Torch Ceremony and Relay, held at Jamison Park.

This month marked 17 years since that exciting day in Penrith’s modern history.

An exciting time for residents, the relay around Sydney had over 5000 torchbearers, selected from the Community Torchbearer selection program, comprising Australians from all walks of life who had made a special contribution to the community around them.

A select few were chosen from the Penrith area to participate in the ceremony at Jamison Park, with one torchbearer unfortunately unable to make it to the ceremony – local paralympian Ched Towns.

Mr Towns was devoted to challenging himself and used his condition of blindness to his advantage by taking on any task he could, including being the first blind person to climb Mt Everest. He was on a training expedition for the trip when he reportedly fell ill from altitude sickness and later died.

Mr Towns’ son Kane, who was originally meant to be his support runner, and his wife Judy ran the relay in his place.

In an issue of the Weekender after the relay in 2000, Kane Towns spoke of his late father.

“We didn’t realise that dad would be running on Father’s Day when he was chosen as a Torchbearer but, as it turned out, this was our first Father’s Day without him,” he said.

“It would have been a pretty sad day

The massive crowd at Jamison Park back in September 2000. Photo: Penrith City Library knowing dad was supposed to be running the torch in Penrith but it ended up being memorable for all the right reasons.”

Mrs Towns also spoke of her time in the relay.

“I was just so glad that I got to enjoy it,” she said.

“The school kids all came up with enjoyment on their faces to see the torch – it’s just something they will never forget and it was a real buzz.”

The Torch Relay covered more than 27,000 kilometres and travelled within one hour’s drive of 85 per cent of the population.

Mayor of Penrith at the time and Chairman of the Penrith Olympic Torch Relay Committee, John Bateman, spoke of the significance each Torchbearer was going

to play, reported on in an early edition of the Weekender.

“All I can say to each Torchbearer is to savour the moment as this once in a lifetime opportunity will not come by again,” he said.

He also stressed how important the escort runners were going to be.

“Don’t undersell the significance of your role which is to provide support and encouragement to the Torchbearers as they carry the flame,” he said.

The torch travelled through Emu Plains, around Regatta Park, past Tench Reserve, and around UWS, among other places, and was lit in Jamison Park by Kane Towns at the official lighting ceremony.

Reportedly over 200,000 people turned out for the event.

The relay and ceremony weren’t the only excitement Penrith had from the Olympics, with major water sport competitions including rowing, slalom canoeing and kayaking held in the area.

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It was no surprise then when the six time Golden Guitar winner paired up with fellow country music icon Beccy Cole for the 2014 album ‘Great Women of Country – And The Songs That Made Them’.

Covering tracks from big names like Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette and Linda Rondstat, the idea for the album was inspired by two of her fellow country artists.

“Adam Harvey and Troy Cassar-Daley had huge success with their ‘Great Country Songbook’ and I just thought we needed a bit of gender balance,” Melinda explained.

“So I called Beccy and said ‘why don’t we do songs from the girls?’.”

Three years on and, while Beccy has moved on to a new project, Melinda is taking the hits of her childhood heroes on the road once again.

“I’m still waving the flag for ‘Great Women of Country’ on my own,” she laughed.

Along with music and touring, Melinda says her greatest passion at this point in life is being a mum to five-year-old son, Sullivan.

“Being the best mum I can be, that’s my number one,” she said.

“At the moment I’m just trying to balance work and motherhood and not get too caught up in my career, which isn’t easy in showbiz.”

While he may still be young, it seems Sullivan is keen to snag some of the limelight for himself. In a recent appearance on ‘Today Extra’ alongside his famous mum, Sullivan had hosts David Campbell and Sonia Kruger in stitches after showing a fondness for the word ‘boobies’.

“It was his first live TV appearance and I don’t think we’ll be doing that too often,” Melinda laughed.

Though raising a child is a tough gig, it’s also been a source of inspiration for the singer/songwriter, who plans to release a new solo album next year in time for Mother’s Day. “In the eight years since my last originals album, I’ve become a mum and I’ve experienced a whole lot of new things, so that’s what the album is going to be drawn from,” Melinda said.

‘Melinda Schneider sings Great Women of Country’ will be on at the Evan Theatre on Saturday, October 28 at 8pm. Tickets start at $39. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.penrith. panthers.com.au or call 1300 PANTHERS.

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This year, Penrith will add its own twinkling lights to this cultural event with the first Festival of Lights to be held at the Penrith Showground this Sunday.

The family-friendly event will include fireworks displays, cultural dances, live DJs, Bollywood performances, rides for the kids and enough food stalls to satisfy any true foodie.

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celebrates new beginnings, local homes will also be lit up with electric lights or small oil lamps, called diyas. “Just like Christmas, we decorate the outside of our house with lights, draw on porches with coloured powders, and share sweets to celebrate the victory of good over evil and light over darkness,� said the festival’s Event Director, Ash Kumar.

So grab your family and friends and join in on the fun and beauty of the Festival of Lights.

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Next month they’re preparing to do it all again when the Euro Pop superstars head back to our shores for their Greatest Hits tour.

Performing all their most iconic tracks including ‘Rivers of Babylon’, ‘Daddy Cool’ and ‘Brown Girl in the Ring’, Boney M will have audiences groovin’ in the aisles with their high energy, sing-along shows which feature a live disco-funk backing band.

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If you’re looking for a chance to break out the flares this is it. Grab your tickets now to experience one of the disco era’s biggest names.

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Fill your long weekend with beautiful classical music This long weekend one of the Blue Mountains’ most iconic venues will play host to some of classical music’s brightest stars for the Blue Mountains Opera Festival. Across two music-filled days, the beautiful Hydro Majestic Hotel will be filled with the sounds of classical masterpieces. With events including Mozart’s Masterpiece Opera High Tea and an Opera Gala Dinner, this is definitely one for music lovers.

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Catch classic children’s films at the Blue Mountains Theatre on Tuesday and Thursday. Full program at bluemountainstheatreandhub.com.au.

The Mountains will come to life with the colours of spring when the 53rd Leura Gardens Festival kicks off this weekend.

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Ê Former ‘Home and Away’ star and ‘Australian Idol’ alumni Axle Whitehead has been confirmed as host of Channel Seven’s upcoming game show, ‘The Wall’.

Game shows come and go on Aussie screens, so it’ll be interesting to see whether this one’s a winner.

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Ê Speaking of game shows, a casting notice is out for a new quiz show to be produced by ITV Studios Australia. No title or broadcaster has been named as yet, however the project is looking for participants who love pub quiz trivia and general knowledge. To apply, visit go.mycastingnet.com/Apply/Show/ NewAustralianQuiz. Ê Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders will reunite for an anniversary special to mark 30 years of ‘French & Saunders’. To screen in the UK this Christmas, it will be their first TV show in 10 years. No word yet if an Aussie broadcaster will pick this up. Ê There’s a slight change to Channel Seven’s catch-up service with PLUS7 to be known as 7Plus from November. The name change will also see an updated platform promising “anywhere, anytime” entertainment with premium, binge and personalised delivery. Ê

Channel Ten has quashed rumours to confirm that Matt Preston, Gary Mehigan and George Calombaris will all return to ‘MasterChef Australia’ in 2018. There was some speculation of late that Ten would dump Calombaris over recent headlines surrounding his business and court proceedings but that doesn’t seem to be the case.

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Ê Season nine of ‘NCIS: Los Angeles’ returns to Channel Ten this Tuesday, October 3 at 9.30pm. Ê

‘Chicago P.D.’ and ‘Chicago Fire’ are returning to our screens next month.

Season five of ‘Chicago P.D.’ will premiere on Universal on Tuesday, October 10 at 8.30pm while season six of ‘Chicago Fire’ returns to FOX8 at 9.30pm on Sunday, October 15.

Ê Season two of ‘The Ex PM’ starring Sean Micallef returns to the ABC on Thursday, October 26 at 8.30pm. Ê Sad news for the very few people that would have watched this but ‘Mariah’s World’ is no more. Yes, the Mariah Carey

reality show has officially been axed by the E! network.

Ê I must say I’m absolutely loving ‘The Bachelorette’ with Sophie Monk. The new series has been absolute ratings gold for Channel Ten. Let’s hope it continues to be just as good as the series progresses. Ê Lastly, Eels legend Peter Sterling will no longer be seen on FOX League next year after signing an exclusive deal with Channel Nine. For a number of years Sterlo has shared his time between the two footy networks, hosting ‘Sterlo on the Couch’ for Fox and commentating on Nine. I’m also hearing there will be big changes for a number of FOX League shows next year. Stay tuned!

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Gru and his team of lovable Minions are back in the latest flick in the ‘Despicable Me’ franchise.

This time Gru (Steve Carell) and his wife Lucy (Kristen Wiig) must face off against a new foe, Balthazar Bratt (‘South Park’ co-creator Trey Parker), a former 80s child star who is hell bent on world domination.

As Gru and his companions attempt to stop Bratt he comes face to face

the popularity of Gru’s lovable yellow sidekicks.

With plenty of laughs for kids and adults alike, this is the perfect flick if you’re after fun family-friendly viewing this school holidays.

CINEMA Battle of the Sexes Rated PG

Emma Stone and Steve Carell prepare for an epic showdown in the sports dramedy ‘Battle of the Sexes’.

‘Battle of the Sexes’ is loosely based on the 1973 tennis match between world number one Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and ex-champion Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell), which became one of the most watched televised sporting events of all time.

As the opponents battle it out in the media, and on the court, behind the scenes each of the sporting stars are dealing with their own personal battles.

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with his long-lost charming and much more successful twin brother Dru (Steve Carell), who wants to team up with Gru to take down Bratt in one last heist.

The ‘Despicable Me’ franchise has become box office gold since the first film made its way onto the big screen back in 2010.

It has also spawned the 2015 spin-off film ‘Minions’, which capitalised on

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Along with Stone and Carell, ‘Battle of the Sexes’ features a host of well-known faces including Elisabeth Shue, Bill Pullman, Alan Cumming and Sarah Silverman.

The film was directed by Jonathan Dayton, who is best known for his work on the 2006 comedy hit ‘Little Miss Sunshine’.

‘Battle of the Sexes’ is currently screening at Hoyts Penrith in the Westfield complex. For more information on session times or to purchase tickets, visit www.hoyts.com.au.

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PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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Harmonious partnerships and creative coupledom are highlighted as the Full Moon, Venus and Mars rev up relationships and joint ventures. If you combine diplomacy with dynamism (and Ram charm with an Aries sense of adventure) then you’ll sail through challenges and taste sweet success. Balance is the key. As actress Claire Danes once said: “Relationships are a constant negotiation and balance”.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Courtesy of the Full Moon and Saturn, you’re not in the mood to mix and mingle. So keep a low profile this week as you relax, recharge and self-nurture. But secrets from the past could boomerang back, as some old karma catches up with you. Expect vivid memories to return, or the resurfacing of a sensitive issue. It’s also important to get the balance right in your daily life.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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This week the Full Moon focus is on friendships. How to nurture them, keep them, and then let them go if you have outgrown each other. You’ll find mutual interests are essential to long-term platonic relationships. Attached Twins – stop being scatty and superficial! Your partner is hoping for some sensible and balanced advice. Looking for love? It’s time to get real, as you make a flirtatious admirer prove themselves first.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Are you making the most of your mind?

With Venus and Mars activating your communication zone, expand your thinking to encompass bold ideas and creative concepts. It’s also a good week to increase your public profile; complete a project; give a speech; or launch a website or social media campaign. But don’t underestimate the hard work it will take to keep the wheels of progress turning.

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SAGITTARIUS

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

The Full Moon revs up your gypsy gene and activates your adventure zone. So it’s the perfect time to escape somewhere special, whether it’s a much anticipated holiday or a spontaneous weekend getaway. With Mars and Venus linking up in your money zone, don’t let fleeting whims and luxury fever get in the way of financial planning. As Andy Warhol said: “Making money is art and working is art and good business is the best art”.

VIRGO

CAPRICORN

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Venus and Mars link up in your sign so it’s a terrific time for romance, relationships, socialising and creating. But the big lesson to learn is how to diversify and delegate. No one is indispensable. And expect some dramatic developments to do with lust or loot, as the Full Moon stimulates your sex /money zone. Single?

It could be hard to differentiate between a dream date and a smooth operator.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Expect some relationship rumbles, as the Full Moon stimulates your partnership zone. Singles – look for love with an amorous Aries or an adventurous Aquarius. If you are attached, now is the time to stand up for what you believe in.

Otherwise your proactive partner could take the reigns and ride the relationship in the direction and manner they prefer, with little input from you. A shared vision is vital for romantic longevity.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

The Full Moon falls in your drama zone so expect a week full of extremes – everything from passion and flamboyance to arguments and dummy-spits. A troubled teenager or a feisty friend may try to push your buttons. So try to keep your composure, and don’t give them the satisfaction of a response! Professional projects are favoured – as long as you don’t be a smart-alec. Instead, hold your tongue and listen to some wise advice.

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The Sun’s in your career zone, which boosts your ambitious streak. You’re keen to get ahead but don’t trample over others on your climb to the top! Aim to get the balance right between your personal and professional lives. Relationships will certainly be complicated this week when passion is combined with power plays, and romance is coupled with responsibility.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Venus is visiting your ‘money-fromothers’ zone which often coincides with financial luck and a boost to cash flow.

But with Saturn squaring Venus, any gains could be gobbled up by burgeoning bills and increasing expenses. So plan accordingly, and don’t fritter good fortune away. Thursday and Friday are fabulous for love and passion, as romantic Venus and sexy Mars hook up in your intimacy zone.

PISCES

You have strong likes and dislikes and you don’t do things by halves. Especially when there’s a Full Moon! You love to call the shots and be in control but you’ll find another ‘c’ word – cooperation – will get you a lot further this week, with less tantrums and tears. Positive Pluto aspects promise romantic passion, increased motivation and personal power. Don’t overthink things though!

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

With Venus and Mars pairing up in your partnership zone, you’ll feel more motivated to sort out relationship problems than at other times. And you have a good chance of success. Especially if you are proactive about finding solutions, and are prepared to compromise. But money matters could come to a head, when you realise your bank balance and your wish list are worlds apart.

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Food rainbow is something we should all take notice of Why the colour of our food is important...

Kate Reid Nutritionist kate.reid@ westernweekender.com.au @kate_reid6

Scroll through Instagram and you’re likely to come across a plethora of perfectly composed photos of brightly coloured meals.

While it’s easy to dismiss this as imageobsessed food porn, there’s actually a nutritional benefit to eating a range of colourful plant foods.

The colour of a fruit or vegetable actually provides us with information about the phytochemicals that food contains.

Considering these chemicals help fight disease and keep us healthy, there’s more to a colourful plate than just aesthetics.

Nutrition Australia has recognised the importance of variety with their ‘Eat a Rainbow’ campaign, which encourages people to fill their plates with different foods from the categories below.

Red Red fruits and vegetables get their colour from the natural plant pigment called lycopene, which assists with heart health, while also helping to reduce the risk of cancer.

Eg. tomato, strawberries, cherries, red capsicum, radishes, red apples, rhubarb, raspberries.

Orange/Yellow These vibrant fruits and vegetables get their colour from carotenoids, including

Beta-carotene which is found in carrots, pumpkin and sweet potato.

Beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A, which helps to keep eyes healthy, while the carotenoid lutein is stored in the eye and can aid in the prevention of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.

Eg. rockmelon, lemons, corn, mangoes, squash, peaches, nectarines, grapefuit.

Brown/White There’s plenty of reasons to fill up on brown/white vegetables including garlic, which contains allicin, a health-promoting phytochemical that has antiviral and antibacterial properties.

Foods such as potatoes and bananas are also an excellent source of potassium,

which aids in nerve and muscle function.

Eg. mushrooms, cauliflower, ginger, dates, onions, turnip, brown pears, white peaches.

Green If there’s one food we should be eating more of it’s green vegetables, which contain a range of anti-cancer phytochemicals including indoles, carotenoids, and saponins.

Eg. broccoli, spinach, asparagus, kiwifruit, avocado, green beans, lettuce, green capsicum.

Purple/Blue Eg. red cabbage, eggplant, blueberries, plums, beetroot, purple asparagus, blackberries.

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udgee, in the Central West of NSW, has built a reputation over some 150 years for its heroically structured and flavoured dry reds, but after this month’s Mudgee Wine Show critics will have to at least partly reassess their thinking.

The big winner at the show was riesling, with Westcourt Wines 2016 Riesling being named the Champion Wine of Show and Robert Stein 2009 Riesling winning the trophy for Best Museum White Wine.

As well, Jacob Stein, winemaker for Robert Stein Wines, which regards riesling as more or less its flagship, was named inaugural Mudgee Winemaker of the Year.

Westcourt’s win was an extremely popular one, with the owner and winemaker being Malcolm Roth, whose family has a long standing in the town and has been central to the history of wine in the Mudgee district.

I wrote just a few weeks ago of the high regard in which the Stein family holds riesling when I reviewed several of their wines.

The variety’s huge success at the local show proves beyond doubt that it has well and truly cemented a place near the very top of the Mudgee wine pecking order.

Other wine companies to do particularly well included Huntington Estate, which was founded by Bob and Wendy Roberts in the late 1960s and which continues to thrive under new owners Tim and Nicky Stevens.

Their 2014 Special Reserve Shiraz (pictured) was named Outstanding Red Wine of Show and Best Shiraz of Show.

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Investment bonds still have a place despite other options They’re not in fashion much these days but old style investment bonds still have a place when it comes to long-term investments...

Alex McKenzie Principal Financial Planner Future Financial Services futurefinancialservices.com.au

In the 70’s and 80’s an investment bond, also known as an insurance bond, was a very popular investment vehicle that went out of vogue as the popularity of the managed fund increased. But there is still a place for the investment bond and a few product providers have recently focused on developing quality options in this space.

Investment bonds should be viewed as a tax structure as opposed to an investment choice, not dissimilar to Superannuation.

Earnings within the bond are taxed internally and if withdrawn after 10 years are considered tax paid. There is a formula used to calculate the tax applied to any withdrawals from within the bond within 10 years.

This is particularly useful for children as they are penalised for all unearned income above $416pa with tax rates as high as 66 per cent. The investment bond is a very effective strategy for investing on behalf of a minor as the earnings are taxed internally and not subject to these penalties.

Those with high marginal tax rates that wish to invest for the long-term but are unwilling or unable to invest in the super system would also benefit from a tax paid investment at the end of the 10 year period.

Most investment bonds these days offer a reasonably wide range of investment

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options that should enable a satisfactory, if not perfect, investment portfolio in line with the goals and risk appetite of the investor.

In addition, the investment bond can be used as an estate planning tool. The investment bonds are subject to the regulations associated with the Insurance Act, and, as such the proceeds of an investment bond do not form part of the estate. Therefore, an investment bond can be used to ensure that a desired beneficiary inherits an asset. This can be useful in circumstances where the intended beneficiary may not be a close relative or it is likely that the estate will be contested.

Furthermore, conditions can be placed on the inheritance.

This is useful if the beneficiary is a minor or perhaps not responsible with money. It is possible to set conditions on how the money will be received. For example; to delay lump sums until a certain age or date is reached or, to provide a regular income over a set period of time.

There are also bonds especially designed for educational purposes that allow for funds to be withdrawn from the bond to cover costs associated with a child’s education without losing the tax benefits.

The investment bond is another investment vehicle that in some circumstances may be very effective for helping you achieve your future financial goals.

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If you can’t figure out what to wear every day, this method may solve the common headache...

Alyce Madden For the latest trends follow @westfieldpenrith on Instagram

Do you struggle in the mornings with the stress of feeling like you have nothing to wear?

Do you try on a million things and get frustrated because nothing seems to fit quite right or you can’t find the perfect top to match those trousers?

A capsule wardrobe might be for you.

Simplifying your life by living with less is a theory that proves true when it comes to our clothing options. That pile of clothes on the floor can only get bigger and scarier with the more items we purchase and the more we hold on to items we no longer need.

Try it as an experiment and see how easy it can be to get dressed in the morning. We know what we love and what fits right, it’s time to find these pieces and absolutely utilise them. If you have a spare clothes rack set it up in your room, hanging your clothes will help you visualise and plan out your outfits.

What you need: • Jackets x2 – A denim and leather work great • Jeans x1 – Your favourite pair that fit like a glove

• Dresses x2 – One plain black and one with more colour/detailing • Pants x2 – One casual pair and one more structured • Skirts x2 • Tops x3 – Think about blouses that can be tucked into skirts for work and worn with jeans on the weekend • Basics x3 – Plain singlets, t-shirts • Shoes x4 – Flats, heels, sneakers and boots • Bags x3 – Something smaller and a larger tote bag are great Invest in quality pieces that you know will carry you through with continual wear.

At Westfield Penrith head in store to Country Road for the Authentic Skinny Jean in colour Indigo. Perfect in a darker wash to elongate legs, the skinnier fit means they are insanely versatile, you can tuck them into boots or wear with flats, wear with a singlet and some heels for a night out.

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Every few months change out pieces and add new items to your capsule wardrobe but keep it minimal.

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Foot health warning as the warmer months arrive We all love the weather that spring and summer brings, but did you know our feet can be prone to problems at this time of the year?

As beautiful as the warmer weather is, the heat is not always the best thing for your feet. Many of the seasonal activities which we partake in over this season can unearth a range of foot related problems!

Here are a few quick tips to help keep your feet healthy and safe this season...

Lauren Bragg Podiatrist OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

Rubber flip flops are a no no In a flip flop there’s only a small piece of material holding your foot in place and, over time, this can be detrimental to your foot health. Your toes need to grip to hold the thong in place which can cause muscle overuse and hammer toes.

Thongs also don’t support the arch of the foot which can lead to arch and heel pain if worn continuously. A good alternative to rubber thongs is a sandal with secure straps and arch support.

Colourful toenails are overrated For many people open toed shoes means fun nail polish. Did you know that nail fungal infections thrive off polish

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Australia is falling dangerously behind other countries when it comes to key school subjects. So what can be done, and just who is on top of the rankings when it comes to secondary education?

In an increasingly competitive world everything is ranked. Sports people, politicians and movie stars.

It’s not surprising that countries are ranked on educational outcomes.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) ranks countries in terms of their educational results.

In 2015 OECD performance tested 540,000 secondary school students in mathematics, science and reading to produce a global ranking known as the Program for International Student Assessment (PISA).

The PISA exam is administered every three years and measures the performance of 15-year-olds in 72 countries.

The latest figures show that Australia’s global position continues to slide.

In mathematics, Australia is ranked

25th behind first ranked country Singapore, and also behind New Zealand 21st, Vietnam 22nd, but well behind Canada 10th, Netherlands 11th, Denmark 12th and Finland 13th. The UK was 29th and the USA 40th.

Australia had better results in reading and science, finishing 16th and 14th respectively, again in both cases Australia was behind New Zealand and Vietnam but ahead of the UK and the USA. Asian countries topped the rankings across all subjects; Singapore was top.

Finland was the top performing nonAsian country, finishing sixth overall.

The previous PISA ranking conducted in 2010 and published in 2012 ranked Finland as the number one country in the world on performance in mathematics, reading and science, the position now occupied by Singapore, followed

by South Korea and Taiwan.

An ominous sign for Australia is that its ranking fell in all three categories between the two survey tests given; in mathematics from 10th to 25th, in reading sixth to 16th and science from seventh to 14th.

Clearly recent policy changes in this country have not been for the better.

Next week we will examine some of the educational practices and policies of the top ranked countries and compare them to their Australian counterparts.

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It’s important to apply cream to your feet to ensure they stay hydrated. If the callus is building up or cracks are becoming painful, they can be quickly treated by your podiatrist.

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Be cautious when barefoot Shoes are necessary to protect feet from injury, and in summer many opt to go without. It’s important to wear shoes in communal pools or change areas to avoid tinea infections. A quick tip is to leave slip on shoes nearby the pool or change areas to easily avoid contact with the ground.

Some common characteristics of tinea pedis are flaking or peeling skin between the toes, itchiness and often a strong odour.

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The question we all ponder: Is there more to life?

What happens when we leave this Earth? It’s a question all of us seek an answer to. What does Reverend John think?

Rev John Lavender www.glenmorepark anglican.com.au and on Facebook

What do you think? Is there something beyond this life that makes sense of it all?

Is there more to life?

Surveys reveal five out of 10 of you would say “yes”; one out of 10 say “no” and the rest aren’t sure.

Yet, it remains a big question.

Is this life all there is?

Is life only what we see around us?

Do we live 70 years, 80 if we’re lucky and that’s it?

Manning Clark, the great Australian writer speaks of “A whisper in the mind and a shy hope in the heart”.

He speaks of how Australian people don’t like to trumpet their spiritual beliefs yet deep within, there is a strong hope that there is more to life; some greater spiritual reality.

How can you be sure about this?

Hear the words of Jesus from the Bible’s gospel of John; “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me.

In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you.

And if I go and prepare a place for you, I

will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am”.

Jesus speaks an important truth on which you can anchor your hope for this greater spiritual reality. In Jesus’ death and resurrection, he is preparing in heaven, a place for those who would trust

in him. This gives people of Christian faith wonderful confidence in the face of trials and difficulties as well as in the events of ordinary life.

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Realising your dog has an ear infection can be difficult, but it’s crucial to get it treated...

Nicole McMillan Practice owner of Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic and the Western Sydney Cat Hospital

Ear infections can be one of the most frustrating and painful conditions for our pets. Low grade ear infections can often go unnoticed. They can cause long-term damage to the ear canal and also effect hearing.

The correct term for ear infections is otitis externa and it occurs when bacteria or yeast infect the external ear canal.

Some breeds, particularly those with large or hairy ears like Cocker Spaniels, Poodles or Old English Sheepdogs are prone to ear infections, but they can occur in any breed.

Dogs that love water and like to swim also seem to be an increased risk.

It is important to recognise the early symptoms of ear infections.

An animal with an ear infection becomes very uncomfortable as the ears become swollen and sensitive.

They usually shake their head and scratch at the ears in the aim to get the debris out. Ears often become inflamed and develop an offensive odour and a black or yellow tinged discharge commonly occurs.

So what causes ear infections? There

are many different causes. Several types of bacteria and at least one type of yeast will cause an infection. Ear mites are also another common cause. Pets can also get foreign bodies in their ears such as grass seeds. Another common cause of ear infections are skin allergies. With skin allergies, the ear becomes itchy and the pet causes secondary infection in the ear by constant scratching. Some dogs with allergies will only develop ear infections, without the typical body itch most people associate with allergies.

In order to treat ear infections, we need to first examine the ear canal with an instrument called an otoscope. This has a special ear piece that goes into the ear with a light and a magnifying glass. When an ear is painful this can be uncomfortable so some pets require a gentle sedation to perform this. Samples need to be obtained from the ear canal to determine the type of infection present. The veterinarian can look at samples under the microscope or sometimes send the sample off to the pathologist to culture the bacteria or yeast causing the infection.

Some pets may require a general anaesthetic to have the ear canal flushed out and a thorough examination performed. If your pet has

underlying allergies, treatment for these allergies is also important.

Most ear infections are treated with ear drops. Your veterinarian will be able to show the best way to do this with your pet. It is important to ensure the infection has completely healed before stopping medication and a follow up check will help with this. Some pets will require long-term medications and ear cleaners to prevent recurrence of the problems.

When an ear canal becomes severely damaged surgery may be recommended for long-term maintenance.

If you have any concerns with your pet’s ears or skin, contact Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic on 4731 3055.

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Nepean Swim and Fitness Owner Alan Bentley will compete in the Hawaiian Ironman World Championship next month. Photo: Melinda Jane

One tough birthday gift NATHAN TAYLOR

our years ago Penrith triathlete Alan Bentley conquered the toughest, most gruelling Ironman course of them all – now at 50, he’s ready to do it all over again.

Next month, Bentley will travel to the picturesque shores of Hawaii’s volcano laden Big Island for the world famous Hawaiian Ironman World Championship Triathlon.

It’s regarded as the most enduring and physically demanding triathlon there is,

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Bentley qualified for next month’s 3.8km swim, 180km bike ride and 42km run after competing in Ironman Cairns recently.

Bentley explained his motivation for tackling the mammoth course after a four-year absence.

“This time I’ll be in the 50-54 age category and that was my main motivation for going back,” he said.

“The race will be three weeks after my 50th birthday, and I thought, why not?”

After finishing in the top 40 per cent the last time he competed in the Aloha State, Bentley has been in deep training

even though the swim, cycle and run leg is the exact same distance as every other full Ironman challenge.

According to Bentley, it’s the climate and harsh natural elements of the Hawaiian course that really tests your mental and physical abilities.

“I remember the heat, humidity and wind making the race so difficult the last time I competed,” he told the Weekender.

“All Ironman triathlons are exactly the same distance but to race in those conditions, especially coming off our winter, is what makes this race the hardest there is.”

mode of late to give himself the best chance of not only doing well but most importantly finishing the race.

“The last couple of weekends I’ve done a 180km bike ride and a 21km run,” he said.

“When you do that volume of training, the race doesn’t seem as daunting as it would for somebody who hasn’t done anything close to that before.”

Other local Panthers Tri Club athletes set to take part in the Hawaiian Ironman World Championship on October 14 include Adrian Campbell, Matthew Hill, Glenn Matthews and Karl Kreiss.

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Tigers claw Giants out of premiership contention NATHAN TAYLOR

or the second straight year the GWS Giants have fallen at the final hurdle, failing to reach the AFL Grand Final after going down to Richmond in front of over 94,000 fans last weekend.

However, despite the 36-point defeat at a packed out Melbourne Cricket Ground, Giants coach Leon Cameron has vowed to return his side to the Finals next year, but they’ll need to get better.

A clearly disappointed but proud Cameron said he’d rather be losing deep into September than not playing at all.

“I prefer to play Prelims every year because it means we’ve finished in the top four – I’ll take that any day,” he said.

“The challenge for us is to go one step better and we didn’t. I’m proud of our guys because we made it to another Prelim Final but it’s disappointing because you want to go one more.”

Cameron, who steered his side to a Preliminary Final this time last year, said the Giants need to continue to learn and improve.

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“If we don’t improve five or 10 per cent next year, we’ll be left behind and won’t be in this position again.”

Despite losing Steve Johnson to retirement, the Giants are unlikely to make any big moves this upcoming trade season with Cameron committing to his current squad that finished fourth after 23 rounds.

Cameron said while adding another veteran to the mix is highly unlikely, anything can happen during the trade period.

“I think we are in a pretty good spot for us to develop our [current] list,” he said.

“The trade period is a funny period; the funny season will start in about two weeks. No doubt there will be some interesting things that will happen.”

GWS fought hard against Richmond but were no match for the crowd favourites during a blistering second half.

After being the better side but down by just one-point at half-time, the Tigers turned the game on its head in the third term, with a six-goal-to-one burst that put them up 31 points at three quarter time.

Cameron thought the Giants controlled the opening to the game well but didn’t convert that control on to the scoreboard.

Retiring Giants star Steve Johnson waves farewell.

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This girl is beautiful, mostly white with some stunning ginger. If you have treats this girl will be your best friend, she is very food motivated which is how I got her to stand still. She has had some kind of accident in the past as she is missing half a tail but that just makes her all the more loveable!

Dolly was surrendered by her owners as they couldn’t keep her in their yard. Dolly is house trained and has no food aggression and is ok with other Dogs, Cats and Livestock.

She slept inside of a night and would now like to find a family that will allow her to be with them inside when she pleases.

At just 14 weeks of age she is scared in her new environment and is finding it hard to settle in. She is a sweet and friendly kitten just shy and will need a new owner that will give her time to blossom and let her grow into the cat she can be.

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Filling the trophy cabinet Regentville Public School proves its class by winning two major sporting events NATHAN TAYLOR

egentville Public School have proved their dominance in both netball and basketball after taking out two titles at the recent primary school state knockout competition.

Run and managed by the NSW Primary Schools Sports Association, the knockout competition sees hundreds of schools from around the state battle it out in a variety of different sports including rugby league, Aussie Rules, soccer, hockey, softball, cricket and tennis.

Comprising of Year 5 and 6 students, the competition runs between Terms 2 and 3 each year.

Regentville Public School entered a girls netball team as well as boys and girls basketball teams into this year’s knockout.

Coached by teacher Sandra Riches, Regentville’s netball team were crowned State Champions after defeating Northern Beaches school Harbord Public in the Grand Final at Sydney Olympic Park.

Leaving 508 teams in their wake, Riches said it was a phenomenal achievement by her group of mini superstars.

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Students from Regentville Public School celebrate their recent success “We were totally over the moon just to make the Final after falling short for so many years,” she said.

“It was a really exciting achievement and

I’m very proud of all our girls.”

But Regentville Public didn’t stop there, with their basketball teams also finishing with outstanding results.

While Regentville’s boys team weren’t able to defeat Wollongong’s Mount St Thomas Public in the Grand Final, their girls team did manage to overcome Tumut Public School in the decider to be named the state’s best.

Teacher and basketball coach Rodney Miskell said he was immensely proud of both of his sides’ commitment and dedication, particularly when it came to training.

“I was really proud of them because we used to train on an outdoor court at 7.30 in the morning for four months, during what was a cold winter,” he said.

“However, every student always turned up without complaints.”

While both coaches know winning the state knockout competition isn’t easy, they are hoping to defend their titles next year.

“We’ve been competing in this tournament for more than a decade and the only success we’ve had previously was back in 2015 when we won the boys basketball,” Miskell said.

“To win two titles and finish runnersup in the same year, we are just over the moon.”

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Leonay Golf Club celebrated Pink Day last week. Photo: Noel Rowsell NATHAN TAYLOR

eonay Golf Club hosted its annual Pink Day last week, raising muchneeded funds for the Breast Cancer Institute.

Players from golf clubs throughout western Sydney and the Blue Mountains attended the day, with a strong field of 116 players competing in an ‘Olympic Scramble’ event.

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Whilst there were plenty of winners, the real winner was the Breast Cancer Foundation, which received a cheque for a whopping $5,283 from the event.

An army of volunteers were on hand throughout the day, with Leonay Golf Club Ladies Captain Julie Sutcliffe praising everyone involved.

“Everyone chipped in and did a great job with the organising, the raffles and donations,” she said.

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he Penrith Panthers won’t be a part of the last ever Holden Cup Grand Final this Sunday after being thrashed by arch enemies Parramatta last weekend at Allianz Stadium.

Despite going into Saturday night’s Preliminary Final as favourites, the Panthers were no match for a red-hot Eels side, going down 28-6.

It’ll be the first time since 2014 that the Panthers won’t feature in a National Youth Competition Grand Final after reaching the big dance the last two years.

Parramatta led 10-6 at half-time after opening the scoring in the seventh

minute. The Panthers hit back through first grade hooker in waiting Wayde Egan before the Eels reclaimed the lead midway through the first half.

When players hit the field for the second 40 minutes, Parramatta began to assert their dominance.

Despite having numerous chances to score, Penrith weren’t able to convert – giving the Eels plenty of confidence to go on with the job.

Three unanswered tries put the game out of reach, catapulting the Eels to the big one.

Parramatta will look to secure their first ever Holden Cup title when they battle Manly this Sunday afternoon at ANZ Stadium.

Cats’ rocky start Penrith look to bounce back against arch rivals Parramatta NATHAN TAYLOR

hey may not have started the NSW Premier Cricket season the way they would have wanted to last weekend but Penrith’s first grade team are determined to bounce back against local rivals Parramatta tomorrow.

It was an awful opening to the season for the Cats, losing to Manly-Warringah in last Saturday’s Limited Overs match by seven wickets.

After winning the toss, Penrith elected to bat first. Following a strong opening partnership between John DiBartolo and Ryan Hackney, the home side quickly collapsed and were dismissed for just 98 runs.

When Manly-Warringah hit the Howell Oval pitch later that day, they chased Penrith’s target with ease – only dropping three wickets on their way to victory.

Speaking with the Weekender, club coach Michael Wholohan said while Penrith got off to a positive start with the bat, Manly-Warringah’s bowling was “very clinical”.

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Michael Wholohan “Manly are a quality side who had four blokes with Big Bash experience.

We didn’t have a great day with the bat but you can’t take anything away from Manly’s performance – they bowled beautifully,” he said.

After an excellent 2016/17 season, which saw Penrith crowned champions of the Limited Overs competition, Wholohan admitted it was disappointing to lose the opening match of the season.

“It’s always nice to win an early one.

Last year we started the season with three wins on the trot and ironically enough it was Manly who put a stop to that and knocked us over in Round 4,” he said.

“Manly have been somewhat of a bogey team for us and I don’t think we’ve beaten them in first grade for at least six years.”

Penrith will travel to Old Kings Oval this Saturday to take on arch rivals Parramatta in a classic local derby.

The two-day match will be played over the next two Saturdays.

“We’ll probably play an extra pace bowler, and we lose Ryan Gibson for a period of time due to his One Day domestic commitments,” Wholohan said.

With former captain Matthew Halse (retired), Tim Cummins (Sydney Uni) and Matthew Hopkins (St George) no longer with the club, Penrith have lost plenty of experience heading into this season.

Panthers look to spoil PNG’s party Story continued from » p. 64 “We had to keep a bit of a lid on it because we knew there was another big game coming up this Sunday.”

Nicholls, a former player in the Queensland Cup before linking up with Penrith this season, knows exactly what the boys from PNG are all about, having played against them in years’ past.

“PNG have a massive, massive supporter base because they are playing for their country,” Nicholls said.

“We went into last weekend’s Grand Final as underdogs and this Sunday everyone will be on the PNG bandwagon. We don’t mind that, I think it’s good for rugby league that PNG have made it there but we’re going out to spoil their party.”

Nicholls said PNG bring a real toughness to a game. With their strong runs and hard tackles, it’s their physicality and effort that stands them above the rest.

“PNG have a very good coach and are very well disciplined – they’ll be ready,” Nicholls said.

“We’ll sit down this week and watch some video to see where their weaknesses lie.”

The Penrith Panthers will take on the PNG Hunters at ANZ Stadium this Sunday at 3.40pm.

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Around the grounds BASEBALL: The Penrith Panthers have won their first game of the season, thrashing Macarthur 7-1 in Round 3 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. The Panthers will battle Cronulla in Round 4.

RUGBY LEAGUE: St Marys are the toast of the Sydney Shield competition after defeating Mounties in last Sunday’s Grand Final. St Marys took out the decider with a gutsy 34-20 win over the Minor Premiers at Leichhardt Oval. St Marys took a comfortable 22-6 lead into half-time after four tries in the opening 40 minutes. However the men from Mount Pritchard weren’t done with yet, scoring some handy tries of their own in the second half. In the end, Luke Swain’s men were too good on the day.

GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks will return to action this weekend after enjoying a bye in Round 4 of the Gridiron NSW Division 1 and Colts competition. The Ducks will take on the Sydney Uni Lions in both grades this Saturday.

FOOTBALL: The Western Sydney Wanderers are through to the next round of the FFA Cup after defeating Blacktown City in a penalty shoot-out thriller last week. The game went to extra time after Blacktown City’s James Andrew cancelled out an Oriol Riera penalty, with the pair again scoring in extra-time to take the match to penalties. The Wanderers

triumphed 4-2 in the shootout to qualify for the FFA Cup Semi Finals for the first time. They will next host Adelaide United for a place in the Grand Final.

TENNIS: Second seed Olivia Rogowska has taken out the first ever Penrith Tennis International, defeating Kimberly Birrell in straight sets during last Sunday’s final at Woodriff Gardens. “I’m absolutely stoked to come away with the trophy,” Rogowska said. The Nepean District Tennis Association hosted a terrific inaugural event, with plans already underway to host more major tournaments in the future.

NETBALL: The Penrith District Netball Association held their annual Presentation Night last weekend with plenty of people taking home awards.

St Clair Netball Club won the Club of the Year Award while St Nicholas Netball Club’s Mel Roope won Club Coach of the Year. Penrith RSL’s Margaret Thornton won the Penrith Netball Service Award while Jasmine Vella was awarded the prestigious Paige Hadley Strive to be a Diamond Award. Mille Jackson won Junior Umpire of the Year while Sarah Toan took home the Senior Umpire of the Year Award.

NETBALL: The Panthers U20s team have lost the Netball NSW Premier League Grand Final, going down to the UTS St George Sparks 55-49 last week.

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espite being the home town team, Penrith Panthers Premiershipwinning reserve grade captain Darren Nicholls knows his side won’t have many fans supporting them when they battle the PNG Hunters this Sunday in the NRL State Championship.

The curtain raiser to the NRL Grand Final, the State Championship is contested between the winners of the Intrust Super Premiership NSW and Queensland Cup competitions.

With Penrith overcoming Wyong 20-12 in last Sunday’s Grand Final and PNG defeating Sunshine Coast 12-10 in their decider – both sides will now go head to head at ANZ Stadium to be crowned the best of the best.

Panthers halfback and Grand Final Man of the Match winner Darren Nicholls said his side had to put a lid on post-match celebrations early to prepare for another important game this weekend.

“Our coach Garth Brennan let us celebrate that night back at the Leagues Club, where we all stuck together, had a few drinks and a chat,” he told the Weekender.

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