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FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to our first edition for 2015! I know the Christmas and New Year period raced by in a blur for many, and here we are, already facing what February has in store. The New Year period is always my favourite. A great time to refocus and set goals. The perfect opportunity to take onboard any challenges from years gone by, learn and grow from them. It's these challenges that have made us stronger and more determined to reach our newest goals. We return with all of our regular columns that provide a great wealth of information across a broad cross-section of topics. We also welcome our newest column, Money Matters with David and Leonie on page 13. It's back to school for many students across our community, and who can forget that very first introduction to BIG school? Starting school is an important step in a child's life, refer to page 9 for some handy tips at this pivotal time . Many of our readers are small business owners, or know someone that is. For those in business, the start of a New Year is the ideal time to take it to the next level. Michael Todd (Business Advisor) provides some handy tips on page 13, to help make 2015 your year! This year, the District Gazette will be bringing you some exciting GIVEAWAYS. We've kicked this off with nothing less than a standout offer from our friends at Luddenham Raceway, read all about them (and our giveaway) on page 5. Enjoy your Community News, and remember, "If you change nothing, nothing changes".

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Overall winner-Hannah Davison with Clr Jim Aitken The Lions Club of Emu Plains hosted the 2014 Club’s Quest at a dinner and speech night held at the Emu Plains Sporting and Recreation Club, at the tail end of last year. The entrants were Madeleine Kenny from Penrith Academic Selective High School, Samuel Spiteri from Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School and Hannah Davison from Penrith Anglican College. The Lions Youth of the Year Quest is designed to foster, encourage and develop leadership in conjunction with other citizenship qualities of our youth, at the age when they are about to enter the fields of employment or higher education. The judging panel of Jacqueline Koob (Principal of Concord High School), Bob Berwick (Retired Deputy Principal of Plumpton High School) and David Reeves (Partner of Real Estate Agent, Jim Aitken and Partners) held interviews the Sunday before and further judged the entrants the following Wednesday night, as they provided two minute answers to two impromptu questions and delivered a prepared five minute speech.

Public speaking winner-Maddy Kenny with Clr Jim Aitken The overall winner was Hannah Davison of PAC who was supported on the night by the Public Speaking Coordinator, Charles Merz. The Public Speaking section was won by Madeleine Kenny from Penrith High, who delivered her 5 minute speech on her experiences with the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Maddy was supported on the night by the Relieving Principal, Kristine Macphail. Awards on the night were presented by Penrith City Councillors; Jim Aitken and Karen McKeown as well as State Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies. Ben Goldfinch, another Penrith City Councillor also supported the night by his attendance. The Quest is sponsored nationally by NAB and the local Sponsor for last night’s function was Jim Aitken and Partners. For all enquiries and those students or teachers interested in competing in the 2015 Quest should contact the Lions Club of Emu Plains Quest Coordinator; Jim Devine on 0427 110 061.

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It’s no doubt that Western Sydney is fast becoming the adventure capital of the state, with Luddenham Raceway opening for business in November, late last year. With two years of planning and eight months of construction, it’s the perfect place for the family to visit. “We wanted to create something for the whole family. Luddenham Raceway caters to adults and children with lots to enjoy” said Marketing and Promotions Manager Maria Vukmirica. Maria’s children Niki, Sascha and Simo also work at the business, making it very family oriented. There are two go kart tracks at the raceway, the ‘Pro Circuit’, a 600m asphalt track designed for the adults and a ‘Rookie Circuit’ designed for children aged from 8 through to learners. Prices start from $25 for 1x7 min race for kids aged 8-14 and $30 for 1x10 min race for adults 15 and over. There are over 30 go karts on offer to race, with participants able to access state-of-the-art electronic timing and lap times that are emailed and have Facebook integration. Luddenham Raceway also has facilities such as a function/meeting room, which make it ideal for corporate events. Honda Australia recently booked the venue to product test and train for their new CRV. There’s also a café and a party room onsite. With stage one complete, stage two construction will include a Paintball Park, whilst stage three will see a Car Circuit (CAMS Category C) and Driver Training Facility built. Both stages are due for completion later this year. Luddenham Raceway will be supporting the University of Western Sydney during ‘O Week’ this year, giving all students 10% off and

donating free track time for the university’s Solar Car. During this time, they will have stands at the Penrith, Parramatta, Bankstown and Campbelltown Campuses, with buses taking the students to the Raceway for promotions. “We get a kick out of seeing people happy. Seeing the smiles on their faces are priceless” said Maria. Luddenham Raceway are located at 849 Luddenham Road, Luddenham. Phone is (02)9834 2366 and email is info@ luddenhamraceway.com. Click ‘Like’ on Luddenham Raceway’s Facebook page for more information. They are opened 7 days a week, from 10am to 7:30pm.

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Golden Arches I’ve been to McDonalds(TM) across Sydney, Australia, and in a couple of places across the world. When I go there its with the confidence that I know what I’m getting. I also know that no one else can put up a set of golden arches unless they’re the genuine article. The law enforcement agencies won’t allow it. The world’s religions aren’t like that. There isn’t an agency that checks everyone who claims to speak for a particular religion, are ‘kosher’. With recent events around the world done in the name of Islam I remind myself that just because someone claims to speak on behalf of a particular religion, doesn’t mean they do, or that their claims are true. It’s no different when it comes to the God of the Bible. And I’m saying that as a person who claims to speak on His behalf! But if a Christian leader, or a Christian for that matter makes a claim, how do you check it out? How do you know it’s the genuine article? Here’s my advice - ask these two questions. First, do they treat the Bible as the final authority, that it has the answers about what we need to know about God, about ourselves, and about how He has brought the two together through the Lord Jesus Christ. Second, does the person love others with genuine, servant hearted love. The answer to the second question shows whether the answer to the first is just lip service. If the answer to both those questions is a provable ‘yes’, you’ve got the genuine article. And if you’ve got the genuine article, don’t let that person or church go until you’ve checked out how your life can be transformed as theirs has. If we as a church can help you in that, we’d love to do so! Rev Roger Cunningham

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PARENTS CORNER Article by: Narelle Smith (Family Worker) NepeanStudent-Wellbeing Worker – Mulgoa Public School Nepean Community & Neighbourhood Services Ph: 0409 986 121 Centre: 4721 8520 Blog: http://handsheartsminds.wordpress.com

I hear from many parents who are confused about their role in raising their kids. There is so much noise these days about parenting – from social media, friends, family, school, television. Some of it is misleading and not based on the research, some of it is cruel and unusual. How does one make sense of it all? Parents cry out “we didn’t get an instruction manual with this kid!”. To which I reply “your child is the instruction manual”. If you listen to your child, observe him or her, look at the situation from where he or she is standing, it all becomes a lot clearer. And parenting becomes a whole lot easier. When I talk with groups of children or individual children, and I ask them if they can talk to their parents about what is troubling them, more often than not the children say that their parents don’t listen to them, they dismiss them, or they lecture them. Unfortunately, a lot of kids don’t see their parents as someone they can go to and feel heard and understood. They don’t see their parents as helpful or supportive. Kids tell me what their parents say to them when they try to go to them with a problem – “suck it up princess” or “build a bridge and get over it”. When I ask parents “who do you want your child to go to when he or she has a problem?”, they always say “me”. But if you were a child and were told repeatedly “don’t bother me with this now” or “get over it” or “you’ll be fine” would you go back for more? I swear that if every parent learnt to listen to their child, I would be out of a job. And I would happily pack shelves at a supermarket knowing that our kids are healthy (physically, emotionally, socially, intellectually). I know that parents don’t do this on purpose. Every parent wants the best for their child. More often than not, we don’t listen to our kids because their big emotions are too much for us to hear. So we try to jolly them up, redirect them away from the pain, push them to see the brighter side. We think that if our children are having an emotion then it’s our job to toughen them up. But feeling heard and understood is one of the most precious things a human can experience, especially when it’s coming from the most important people in your lives – your parents or carers. The path to easier parenting is empathy – standing and walking in your child’s shoes. The next step is acknowledging how they are feeling about something - hearing them out. You are not always going to agree with them, and you are still the parent, so you make the big decisions. But quite often, children can surprise us with their wisdom and insight.

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Back to School can be a Stressful Time The books are covered, the bags are packed and the uniform is neatly ironed and ready for the first day of school. For some children and young people, however, these practical things are not likely to be worrying them the most. The stress and anxiety some young people feel at the start of the school year can be overwhelming. Those first days can be some of the most exciting but Kids Helpline General Manager Wendy Protheroe said for others, this time is a scary and frustrating one. Ms Protheroe said transitioning into school is one of the most important stages of a child’s development. “This is the time that sets a bar in terms of how children develop coping strategies, problem solving skills and ways of seeing and understanding the world outside of their family,� Ms Protheroe said. “They may be starting Prep, their first year of senior school or going into Year 12. Whatever the stage, it can sometimes be overwhelming with new challenges and uncertainties.� As Australia’s only national 24/7 counselling and support service for young people, Ms Protheroe said Kids Helpline was there to help. The service has compiled a list of tips for parents to support their children during this time. Kids Helpline’s Top Five Back to School tips are: 1.

Ingredients • White melting chocolate • Wafer cookies • Variety of Valentine's Day sprinkles • Parchment or wax paper Method 1. Start by melting your chocolate as direct on package. I found this great tub of marshmallow flavoured melting chocolate that you pop right in the microwave. I loved the easy clean up! 2. While you are waiting for the chocolate to melt, gather your sprinkles and cookies. Line a baking sheet with parchment or wax paper. This will prevent sticking while the cookies dry. 3. Once chocolate is melted, dip the top half of a wafer cookie. 4. Quickly sprinkle on your chosen sprinkles. 5. Place on prepared baking sheet to dry. Source: http://www.familyfreshmeals.com/2014/01/easy-valentines-day-cookies.html

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Be excited about the change. If you are enthusiastic and confident, your children are more likely to be as well. 2. Listen to your children. Let them know you’re interested in what they’re worrying about and what they’re excited about. 3. Plan - have uniforms and lunches ready the night before to avoid the early morning rush and any unnecessary stress. 4. If possible, visit the new school with your child before the first day to familiarise with the layout including bathrooms, lunch areas and playgrounds. 5. Start and maintain daily routines that will add structure and make your child more at ease (eg) dropping your child off at school at the same time each morning. Ms Protheroe said it was important for parents to make themselves available to provide support at critical times like starting back at school. However, Kids Helpline was there to help at any stage. Children and young people can call Kids Helpline about a range of issues, from making friends to starting high school, at any time. Kids Helpline, Australia’s only national 24/7 counselling and support service for young people, provides 24 hour counselling services to young people aged 5 to 25 years – free call 1800 55 1800 or online at www.kidshelpline.com.au.

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Ingredients • 4 Passionfruit • 2 cups Pineapple juice • 4 Oranges, juiced (to make 2 cups) • 2 cups crushed ice • 1/4 cup Mint leaves, plus extra to serve Method 1. Strain passionfruit pulp into a jug. Reserve seeds. 2. Combine pineapple orange, passionfruit juice, ice and mint in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Stir through passionfruit seeds. 3. Pour into glasses and garnish with mint leaves. Source: http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/36294/pineapple+orange+and+passionfruit+slushy

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Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith joins Minister for Ageing John Ajaka encouraging nominations for the 2015 NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards. “The Seniors Local Achievement Awards aim to highlight the significant contributions older Australians make to their local community,” said Mr Ajaka. “We are inviting anyone who knows a senior who deserves recognition for their role in the community to nominate them for an award. “Each local community now has a platform to show their recognition for the talents, skills and generosity of this impressive group.” Stuart Ayres said that the awards showcase the enormous talent there is among seniors in our community. “We are calling on people to nominate seniors who make a difference to their local community,” said Stuart Ayres. Stuart Ayres said that he is looking forward to celebrating the important role seniors play in Penrith. “The awards are an opportunity for us to show our appreciation and say thank you to these exceptional seniors,” says Stuart Ayres. Nominations for the 2015 NSW Seniors Week Local Achievement Awards are open from Monday 12 January – Friday 20 February 2015. For details and nomination forms visit: www.stuartayres. com.au or by calling 02 4722 8660.

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Twelve months from now, people will be looking back on 2015 and seeing the results of the choices they're making now. For some people, it will look pretty much like 2014. The same story, just one year older. It must be the case for most people. Another year, and more unfulfilled ‘New Year's Resolutions’. It is said that around 8% of these get achieved. If you had a good 2014, how can you build on that to make you and your business stronger in 2015. If you didn’t have a good 2014, what can you change or do to ensure it goes better for you? You have the most control over yourself. The blame game never works. So what do we need to do this year to make it a good one? Be proactive. The key to progress is taking control of it yourself. It is very important to be aware of what's going on around you as well. Stay abreast of industry changes and keep one eye on competition. Be confident and commit to your goals. A lack of confidence is one of the biggest obstacles to achieving both personal and business goals. You need to believe in your abilities, build on your strengths and address weaknesses when planning. Commit to doing whatever it takes to get you where you want to be, even if it involves some risk.

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$2100 Guide Dog Donation from the Santa Photos with Pets Santa Claus visited Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital during December 2014 and photos were taken with your pets. We all enjoyed watching your pets get dressed up with Santa hats and scarves and sitting on Santa’s knee for a photo. With a lot of laughs and giggles, we took many cute Santa photos. Thank you for all of the donations for the photos. With your great support, we raised $2100 for The Guide Dogs NSW/ACT!! Wow!! This was our best year yet!! We all had lots of fun and The Guide Dogs get a great donation. Thanks again for participating. Too much fun!! The Guide Dogs NSW/ACT Guide Dogs NSW/ACT exists to enhance the quality of life of people living with blindness or impaired vision, by assisting in their achievement of independence through access and mobility with the use of Guide Dogs. It takes nearly two years to develop a playful pup into a responsible Guide Dog. Puppy Raising New puppies arrive at the Guide Dogs Centre at the age of approximately eight weeks. They work with purebred Labradors, Golden Retrievers and Labrador/ Golden Retriever crosses. These breeds are calm, loyal and intelligent, and have a proven track record as Guide Dogs. The pups are then placed with families that have been specially selected by Guide Dogs staff. They are called "puppy raisers". Over the next 12 months, these families will provide the pups with basic social skills, obedience and lots of fun! The dogs are visited regularly by the Puppy Raising Officers, who monitor their development and take them on training walks on their local area. In addition, the pups spend time at the Guide Dogs Centre, to help them become familiar with their next home. If you are interested in becoming a puppy raiser,

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