Glenmore Gazette June 2023

Boost in Funding for Local Schools in Lindsay with Upgrades to School Infrastructure and New Equipment

The Federal Member for Lindsay Melissa McIntosh MP congratulates the eleven local schools set to benefit from funding to upgrade their facilities and to purchase new equipment, providing students with new general and specialist learning spaces and other major refurbishments. Including:

• Castlereagh Public School: $19000 – Installing and/or upgrading shade structures.

• Cambridge Park Public School: $25000 – Upgrading or improving existing outdoor learning spaces and installing and/or upgrading shade structures.

• Penrith Selective High School: $15726 – Installing and/or upgrading shade structures.

• Glenmore Park High School: $25000 - Installing and/or upgrading shade structures.

• Cambridge Gardens Public School: $25000 - Installing and/ or upgrading shade structures.

• Penrith Valley Learning Centre: $25000 – Provision of flexible learning arrangements for students.

• Glenmore Park Public School: $25000 – Purchasing and installing air-conditioning, upgrading ventilation in school facilities.

• St Joseph’s Primary School: $22000 - Installing and/or upgrading shade structures.

• St Nicholas of Myra Primary School: $25000 – Repairs or maintenance to school facilities.

• Bethany Catholic Primary School: $25000 – Refurbishing classrooms.

• St Mary’s Flexible Learning Centre: $25000 – Upgrading or improving existing outdoor learning spaces, repairs or maintenance to school facilities, refurbishing classrooms.

The successful grant recipients of the Schools Upgrade Fund (SUF) gained access to a nation-wide share of $32 million, to provide equitable access to resources and to support schools to help keep students and school staff safe.

All schools from across the country were able to apply for funding of up to $25000 to upgrade their learning facilities, including the purchase of air conditioning, upgrading ventilation systems, new or improved outdoor learning spaces, new tablets and laptops, and urgent repairs.

Schools were assessed by the Department of Education for the funding round to help schools meet the cost of important infrastructure projects, with public schools showing the greatest need prioritised.

“There is more work to do to in Lindsay to modernise our local schools and ensure all students can be supported with infrastructure that delivers contemporary education and encourages students to reach their potential,” said Mrs McIntosh.

“Greater investment is needed for our schools as they deserve upgrades and redevelopments which focus on creating learning environments that support our student’s educational needs by providing positive and safe spaces.

“The Albanese Government needs to invest more in our local schools so that no student gets left behind as Western Sydney is forecast to see a large growth in population.

“I want to see better outcomes for more schools in our local area, so that families can be assured our children will have access to the best possible education facilities, and no student in our community gets left behind.“

r Article: Federal Member for Lindsay Melissa McIntosh MP

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Children + Families

Glenmore Park Little Wonders

Meets at 10:00am on Tuesdays at Floribunda Community Centre (3-4 Floribunda Drive, Glenmore Park). More details: littlewondersplaygroupnsw@hotmail.com

Hobbies +

Interests

Penrith Physical Culture Club

Great Meets at Glenmore Park Youth and Community Centre and Nangamay Public School on Monday and Tuesday nights and Caroline Chisholm High School Dance Studio on Tuesday nights. More details: penrithphysie@outlook.com.

“Taste

of

Everything” Group for Women

Learn something new each week, meet new people, and have a laugh. Meets every Thursday from 930am-12.30pm at Floribunda Community Centre (3-4 Floribunda Ave, Glenmore Park). More Details: Martha 0414 557 062

Markets

Luddenham Country Markets

Held fortnightly on Sunday from 19th March, 9:00am till 1:00pm at Luddenham Showground (Park Road, Luddenham). More details: Search Luddenham Country Market on Facebook

Penrith Producers

Held on Friday 23rd June, Friday 29th September and Friday 1st December from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at Triangle Park (565-567 High Street, Penrith). More details: https://www.visitpenrith. com.au/www.penrith.city/events

Support + Wellbeing

Prostate Cancer Support Group

Meets on the 3rd Monday of the month at Emu Sports Club (1 Leonay Parade, Leonay) from 6.30p.m. More Details: www. prostatesupport.org.au or phone the Group’s President David Wilkinson on1300 13 38 78.

Penrith Womens Walk and Talk

Meets 5pm every Wednesday (for Guest Speaker) and walk from 6pm outside Coffee Club Nepean River (78-88 Tench Ave, Jamisontown). More details: www.facebook.com/ Penrithwomenswalkandtalk

Penrith Mens Walk and Talk

Meets 5pm every Thursday (for Guest Speaker) and walk from 6pm outside Coffee Club Nepean River (78-88 Tench Ave, Jamisontown). More details: www.facebook.com/ PenrithMensWalkAndTalk/

If you’re looking for a fun dog sport to enjoy with your dog or want some advice on what dog would suit your lifestyle, then look no further than Dogs on Show! This free and fun event is held at DOGS NSW grounds at Orchard Hills.

Dogs on Show will feature a Championship Dog Show, a colourful Pageant of Breeds (a showcase of different breeds and information about their origins) and sporting demonstrations which include Agility, Drafting, Dances with Dogs, Junior Handlers, Herding, Trick Dog, Scent Work, Earthdog Trials and Retrieving. Come and see which sport you and your dog could try a paw at!

Besides a showcase of dog products and services stands, ‘Dogs on Show’ will also have many breed clubs in attendance as well as a DOGS NSW Information stand to provide expert advice on all the Dogs Australia recognised breeds.

This will be a fabulous day out for any dog enthusiast, or simply a fun FREE day out for the entire family. There is something for

everyone, so why not come along and enjoy in the festivities.

When: Saturday 17 June 2023

Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm.

Where: The Bill Spilstead Complex for Canine Affairs

44 Luddenham Road, Orchard Hills NSW

This event is brought to you by DOGS NSW and proudly sponsored by Royal Canin.

Be a part of all the FREE fun sports and activities at Dogs on Show!

Bring your dog, bring your family, and have FUN!

This event has FREE ADMISSION & PARKING!

For further information go to: https://www.dogsnsw.org.au/ upcoming-events/dogs-on-show-championship-show-openday/

Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ DOGSNSW/ and Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ dogsnsw/

Brumbies Raise Funds Through Sportsman’s Lunch

The Glenmore Park Brumbies have held their annual Sportsman’s Lunch, raising valuable funds for the grassroots rugby league club.

The 2023 Sportsman’s Lunch took place on Friday 28th April at Lone Star Rib House & Brews Penrith. Lone Star Rib House & Brews Penrith are proud sponsors of the club.

The day was attended by almost 150 committee, players, parents, sponsors, family, and friends. It was MC’d by Anthony Maroon with guest speakers Mark Geyer, Nathan Hindmarsh, and Bryan Fletcher.

Guests were treated to a 2 course meal and beer, wine, and spirits. They were entertained with stories of Mark Geyer’s early career as well as on-field antics and antidotes with other NRL players and a Q&A session. There were plenty of prizes on offer, including donations by K & A Quality Meats, Plus Fitness Glenmore Park, Truracks Western Towbars & Bullbars, Dino’s Pizza and W Zelezniak. The afternoon finished with an auction of sports items that included a signed Shane Warne cricket ball, Penrith Panthers NRL jersey, South Sydney Rabbitohs NRL jersey and Magic Johnson basketball jersey.

“Our financials are still being tallied, but we raised well over $30,000. These funds will go towards our end of year junior and senior presentations, as well as training supplies to be housed in our new building to be finished sometime in June/ July” explained Liz Dunn, Publicity Officer of Glenmore Park Brumbies to the Glenmore Gazette.

The Sportsman’s Lunch is the club’s major fundraiser for the year and a big day on their sporting calendar. The also have celebrations for their 30th season planned soon.

“We are looking at holding an old boys day in July/August to celebrate our 30th season, with past and present alumni. Details are still being finalised; however, they will be posted on our Facebook page in due course” she said.

The club would like to thank their Sponsorship Coordinator for the success of the Sportsman’s Lunch.

“The day was a great success, organised by our Sponsorship Coordinator, Craig de Carle. A lot of hard work and time was put in by Craig to ensure that our players are given the best opportunities and resources” Liz ended.

Local Netball Club Striving for Success

Whistles have been blown, with the 2023 Penrith District Netball Association Winter Competition now underway. Glenmore Park Netball Club are looking to stay competitive and have a big year on the court.

This year will see 24 teams represent Glenmore Park Netball Club, consisting of 16 junior teams and 8 senior teams. Making up the teams will be over 200 players within the club.

It also marks the beginning of a new era for the club, with Ashleigh Freshwater taking over the reins as Club President.

The season began on 29th April and concludes on 26th August, with the finals played the weeks after.

The local club hope to build on another full season, without the interruptions of the pandemic or bad weather.

“One of the biggest highlights from last year was actually having a full, uninterrupted season of netball. Due to COVID, we haven’t had a full season since 2019, so it was amazing to enjoy netball again” said Ashleigh Freshwater, Club President of Glenmore Park Netball Club.

Ashleigh is looking forward to her new role leading the club and the challenges that lay ahead.

“As the new Club President, I am excited to be able to watch the club grow and achieve our goals. I hope that I can help them achieve this with my role. I am also thrilled to work with Glenmore Park Netball Club as a whole. This club has amazing committee members” she vowed.

“With a young daughter starting netball, I can’t wait to start teaching the up-and-coming young talent from Glenmore Park” Ashleigh continued.

Player and team numbers have been filled, however, there are still ways to get involved with the popular club this season.

“It was incredible to fill each team this year before the season started. We are looking for sponsors and also volunteers. We hold our committee meetings usually every month. Anyone from the club is welcome to attend. All information about our meetings will be posted on Facebook” she ended.

Search ‘Glenmore Park Netball Club’ on Facebook for more.

r [Top] Stephanie Asplin with Shane Warne autographed ball [Above] Guest speakers with attendees at the local event | Images: Glenmore Park Brumbies/Liz Dunn

r Glenmore Park Netball Club members at the 2023 March Past | Image: Ashleigh Freshwater/Glenmore Park Netball Club

Something for all Tastes

Taste of Everything (T.O.E) is a local, ladies’ social group that meets every Thursday morning at Floribunda Community Centre in Glenmore Park, from 9:30am to 12:30pm.

The group enjoys a variety of activities that include craft, bus trips, movies, guest speakers and morning teas.

Started in July 2011 by Nepean Community Neighbourhood Services (NCNS), Taste of Everything currently has around 25 regular members. Martha Thornley and Linsey Hall are two of the original members who have continued to lead the group and its activities.

“We welcome new ladies to the group. The first meeting is free, to allow new members to see if our activities fit. After that, each person pays $5, which goes towards morning teas and other activities if needed” said Linsey Hall of T.O.E.

At the end of the calendar year, any money in their bank account is given back to members according to their contribution.

Their activities are wide and varied, with no age limit or restrictions. They enjoy craft and have ladies who help others to learn to quilt, sew, knit, and crochet. One regular activity is co-ordinated with Bunnings and that may occur at the Centre or at their facility.

“One of the things we are most proud of is our ability to help other groups in the Penrith LGA, such as The Haven, SummitCare nursing home, and Fernhill School. Previously, we have submitted to Penrith City Council for a grant to help these groups by liaising with them and their needs” she stated.

“We have also made large numbers of trauma teddies for the fire brigade, welfare groups, and ambulance services” added Linsey.

This year, they have had a number of guest speakers such as Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Police, Services NSW, and My Aged Care.

T.O.E have a lot of supplies to help with their activities. The group were fortunate to be given a grant from the NSW Government to replace their old sewing machines and overlockers with tabletop knitting machines. They are available for members to book out, with conditions.

“This is a friendly group who have lots of banter and laughs. We invite ladies to come along for the company and to have a chat” she smiled.

Search the group page ‘Taste of Everything’ on Facebook for more information.

r Group members enjoy craft together | Image Supplied by Linsey Hall/Taste of Everything

Mulgoa Road Jazz Band will be performing their style of Dixieland jazz, when they play at the Penrith Paceway next month.

The popular local jazz band will play at Penrith Paceway on Saturday 1st July, from 12:30pm. Entry to see the band is free. Come for lunch and a great afternoon of music!

Jazz at the Paceway is an exciting afternoon of jazz music that takes place on the first Saturday of every month, from 12:30pm till 4:00pm at Penrith Paceway.

The bands that play include Mulgoa Road Jazz Band and Penrith’s Bird Yard Big Band.

Bird Yard Big Band play at Penrith Paceway on Saturday 3rd June.

Mulgoa Road Jazz Band was formed by local Dr Adrian Sheen in 1981. For over 40 years, they have played at many local venues, including several years as a regular band on the Nepean Belle.

The current members of the band include Mike Hallam on trumpet, Jack Wiard on clarinet, Dr Adrian Sheen on trombone, Janos Horvath on piano, Merv Sequeira on bass and Baz Kliche on drums.

Mulgoa Road Jazz Band play Dixieland jazz with music from the 1920’s to 1960’s, whilst Bird Yard Big Band plays a wide variety of jazz from the 1940’s onwards.

Dr Adrian Sheen believes it’s important to have live music in the local community.

“Live music is essential for a thriving community. It is a wonderful opportunity for people to mix and mingle while enjoying an afternoon out” he said to the Glenmore Gazette.

Dr Sheen, who has been a member of Mulgoa Jazz Band since it started, delights in the joy that jazz music creates for both the audience and band members.

“There are many styles of jazz, but Dixieland always has a great tune, and the musicians create a different performance every time. It is like art on the run!

“Big band jazz is powerful and exciting. 18 musicians playing together is an experience not to be a missed” Dr Sheen ended. For more information about Mulgoa Road Jazz Band and Bird Yard Big Band, find them on Facebook.

Visit Penrith Paceway’s website at www.clubpacewaypenrith.com/whatson for Jazz at the Paceway.

Clothing and Textile Recycling

Free Drop-off Event*

Saturday 10 June, 9am-3.30pm

The Kingsway Playing Fields, Werrington

Help keep valuable resources out of landfill by bringing your unwanted clothing, accessories (belts, scarves, handbags) and linen to Council’s free textile recycling drop-off event! Items dropped-off on the day will be recycled with Textile Recyclers Australia (TRA) to be made into new items such as blankets, floor rugs and tote bags. New, unworn clothing is welcome at the event, these items will be donated to local charities partnered with Textile Recyclers Australia such as The Haven and WestCare. *only clean items will be accepted on the day

r Mulgoa Road Jazz Band | Image: Suzy Sheen

Nepean Food Services Celebrate their Volunteers

Local Students Complete Active Volunteering Course

2023 National Volunteers Week was proudly celebrated by Nepean Food Services with a High Tea at The Bunker, Mulgoa last month, to thank its large team of volunteers who bring positive change to our community every day.

Showing their gratitude and encouragement at the event were local government leaders Karen McKeown OAM MP, Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen, Clr Robin Cook, and Melissa McIntosh MP, who were able to mingle and hear stories from the frontline. Nepean Food Services volunteers give their time in a myriad of ways. This includes assisting people over the age of 65 or on a NDIS plan, providing frozen meal deliveries, delivering, and heating meals for people who have difficulty doing this for themselves, picking up people to take them on enjoyable group outings where they can socialise and have fun at scenic destinations, hosting and entertaining at Luncheon Clubs and a variety of other local get-togethers. As well as many other backoffice and logistics tasks that help Nepean Food Services meet its commitment to give the best service to its community.

To find out more or to join them as a volunteer or client, they encourage you to visit www.nepeanfoodservices.org.au or call their office on 02 4733 7200.

To coincide with National Volunteer Week, 17 Year 11 students were presented with their Certificate I in Active Volunteering (CHC14015) attained during 2022. This Certificate is a vocational course and nationally recognised qualification.

Mrs Fiona Wright, Director of Students 10-12 said: “Year 10 students at the College are given the opportunity to enrol in the course and complete five units of work across the year.

- Be an Effective Volunteer

- Communicate in the Workplace

- Work with Diverse People

- Use digital technology for simple workplace tasks

- Participate in Work Health and Safety

Students participate in set days (Incursions) for each unit of work and, also, complete at least 20 hours of volunteer work over the year.”

Student Ava Toland completed all the components of the course and received her Certificate 1 with 16 of her fellow students.

“Throughout the year we participated in practical activities such as role-playing situations we might face as volunteers and how to deal with them.”

“While the course was aimed at teaching us how to be good volunteers, a lot of the content crossed over with the how to be good employees. Every student took something from the course that they will use throughout their lives.”

“The College provided many ways for students to achieve their 20 hours of volunteer work. I chose to complete my twenty hours outside of school. I helped coached a netball team outside of school hours for a whole netball season. It was heaps of fun and helped me develop many new skills such as organisation, and time management.”

Mrs Wright said: “Serving others is something which we believe strongly in at the College. We want to extend our students beyond academics and offer ways in which they can develop their character and go into the community to make a difference for Christ.”

r Year 11 student, Ava Toland being presented with her Certificate by Principal, Mrs Felicity Grima | Image/Article: Penrith Anglican College

r [Top] (L-R) General Manager Ditte Kozak, Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchens, Councilor Robin Cook, and Karen McKeown OAM MP State Member for Penrith [Above] Nepean Food Services Volunteers enjoying High Tea at The Bunker, Mulgoa | Images: Michelle Frawley | Article: Ellen Pearce/ Nepean Food Services

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Infant Mental Health Awareness Week: Can You Spoil a Baby?

The short answer is “no”! Even though this has long been a worry for new parents, the current science reassures us that there is no way to spoil baby. Babies who receive warm, sensitive, and responsive care from their parents get a much better start in life.

You may have been told it’s wrong to give “too much attention” to a crying baby. You are not the first parent to receive this advice! In 1894, a popular guide to parenting instructed its readers that “Babies under six months should never be played with: and the less of it at anytime the better for the infant.” But, as the science of attachment and child development has advanced, this myth has been totally de-bunked.

To the contrary, the more a child can rely on the emotional and physical availability of caregivers, the more independent they become in the long run. A child who knows their parent ‘has their back’ is unburdened to explore their world with full curiosity, tenacity and zeal. Exploration and play support children’s emotional, physical, social, and cognitive development.

On a physiological level, separation from a primary caregiver triggers a stress response in the baby’s nervous system. This stress response occurs not only in situations of physical separation. When a caregiver is close by physically, but their attention is elsewhere (e.g. staring at a screen), a baby’s stress hormones will naturally spike. Babies can withstand some separation, but pro-longed exposure to stress without recovery is toxic to a growing body and brain.

When distressed or uncomfortable, crying is a baby’s way of reconnecting with a safe adult who can attend to their needs. These needs may be physical (e.g. hunger, tiredness) or emotional (e.g. the need for safety, security, comfort). Beyond having immediate needs met, a baby needs consistency in knowing their needs will be met in the future. That’s why the current advice is to respond to your crying baby as much and as often as you can.

Infant Mental Health Awareness Week runs every June to highlight the importance of babies’ emotional wellbeing and development. Find out more at aaimh.org.au.

Ghost Territory Tours have introduced Little Ghost Hunters, a local event just for children.

Little Ghost Hunters caters for kids from the age of 8 years through to 12 years, with wiggle room either side on request.

Taking place on Saturday 3rd June, Saturday 1st July and Saturday 5th August from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at historic Mamre Homestead in Orchard Hills, it is exclusive to this location. It will soon be offered at their other locations including Rose Cottage at Wilberforce and Winbourne at Mulgoa.

“Little Ghost Hunters is a very affordable and different activity for those children that have an interest in history and the paranormal” explained Rob Wilson of Ghost Territory Tours.

“In this exciting and spooky hour, attendees will become honorary members of team PACT (Paranormal and Cryptid Task-force), having their very own ghost hunting kit to use during this exciting Aussie Afterlife Adventure, to help validate or debunk some of the claims of paranormal activity in some of Sydney’s most haunted locations” he continued.

The introduction of the children’s event is in response to the popular Ghost Territory Tours for adults, which are often sold out.

“These special children’s events were created due to popular demand by parents that have attended the adult tours. I also believe that exposing and educating youth to history and these precious heritage locations is vital. Hopefully, igniting some passions that will ensure that these significant historic properties are still standing and flourishing for generations to come” Rob pondered.

Rob started Ghost Territory Tours on Halloween in 2020.

For tour information, videos, and other content, visit www. ghostterritorytours.com. You can also find them on Facebook at www. facebook.com/ghost.territory.tours.

v Proprietor and lead experience officer Rob (Wolfman) Wilson at Mamre Homestead | Image: Rob Wilson

Children & Dogs

Having children and dogs together can be a great experience. Most dogs end up bonding strongly with children in the family and the love between a child and a dog can be a wonderful thing. However, many people assume that dogs should be willing to tolerate absolutely anything a child does. Some parents will allow their children to chase, poke, pull tails and annoy the family pet! While some dogs can tolerate this, this puts the child in immense risk if the dog decides it has finally had enough.

The best way to avoid a potentially dangerous situation is to supervise all interactions between your dog and your kids. Even if your dog is friendly & gentle, remember that it only takes a few seconds for a child to accidently hurt a dog and for the dog to react. If you supervise diligently, you can step in when necessary to avoid bad experiences for both your dog and your children.

What signs are you looking for as a parent? If a dog shows their teeth or growls at a child, obviously they are feeling overwhelmed and reacting. But there are subtle signs that you can pick up before such dramatic behaviours occur. It is much safer to learn and recognise early warning signs that a dog is feeling uncomfortable, overwhelmed or uncomfortable.

The first signs that a dog is getting uncomfortable is often a 'freeze' or a hard stare. Some dogs will simply run away and some dogs will also prick their ears back when they are feeling anxious. If these signs fail to deter the action that is making the dog uncomfortable, the signs may escalate to snarling, growling and biting.

If you aren't able to supervise the interaction between your dog and children, it is best to confine the dog in a safe area away from the kids. If you teach your dog to be comfortable in a crate, you can easily put them away when necessary. A crate also provides a safe place for your dog to sleep & eat without worrying about children bothering them. Make sure that children cannot access your dog's confinement area as this needs to be the dogs 'safe space'.

To accomplish a good relationship between pets and children, there should be frequent positive interactions for the young pup to meet children during its early months of life. Puppies are most social and receptive to learning up to 16 weeks of age; the experiences and interactions they have during this time can make a lifelong impression. This means that if a young child accidentally hurts a young puppy, the puppy may be scared or act inappropriately towards children all its life. Ongoing positive experiences between children and puppies are essential to maintain healthy social relationships.

Puppies should be introduced to children when they are calm, and treats should be used to facilitate introductions; this allows the puppy to build a positive association with children. Positive interactions at a young age help prevent the development of fear, avoidance behaviour and aggression when the pet becomes older.

All family members should make a point of gently and positively handling the puppy in ways that a child might touch it. This may mean that you give the puppy treats while touching the tail, ears, body as well as during grooming, nail trimming and teeth brushing. This will allow the puppy to become used to handling and not become fearful. Any type of physical punishment, threats with the hand or forceful interactions should be avoided. Pets must learn that the human hand is friendly and not to be feared; if pets associate hand movement with threats or discomfort, they can bite when a child moves a hand towards them as they may associate it with a previous negative interaction.

Puppy Preschool classes that encourage family attendance can be a great way for puppies to interact with other dogs, people and children in a controlled environment. However, it is important that puppies are not overwhelmed so they do not develop fear or avoidance behaviour towards other animals or people.

For further information about integrating a new puppy into the family call Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital on 0247362027.

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Could Stool Transplants Cure Ulcerative Colitis?

Generally Ulcerative colitis (UC) is considered incurable. Regular medical approaches to UC involve ongoing sometimes extensive medical or surgical intervention with antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, and/or immunosuppressive drugs. These interventions are supportive rather than curative and can themselves have side effects.

Treatment with antibiotics can improve UC symptoms, as well as UC colonoscopy and histological disease scores, suggesting gut microbes may help cause UC.

Animal colitis models show:

1. germ free animals get little intestinal inflammation, while

2. adding microbes heightens colitis.

Human UC patients have alterations in gut microbial composition.

Faecal microbial transplantation (FMT) tries to correct gut microbial composition. Doctors taking stool from healthy stool-donors which is then transplanted into the bowels of UC patient.

A recent study looked at a specific method of FMT called ‘short duration FMT’ (SD-FMT) to determine if this newer method could induce remission more successfully. Stool was prepared/processed without oxygen present, to minimise loss of oxygen sensitive donor microbes maximising transfer of beneficial organisms.

73 patients were randomised to receive either, 200 mL of faecal suspension from healthy donors (38 patients) or autologous (their own) stool (35 patients) as control. each group then received two further 100-mLs of their respective faecal suspensions, via enema

In the following 7 days.

Researchers monitored disease activity, of patients in weeks 4, 8, and 52 and found that by week 8, steroid-free remission* was achieved by:

1. 12 of 38 participants (32%) donor SD-FMT; 5 of these maintained remission at 12 months,

2. 3 of the 35 (9%) receiving autologous SD-FMT; none maintained remission at 12 months, Clearly FMT is not a cure all, but for the 13% of people in whom remission was maintained, it would be a god send. The interesting thing here is that no attempt was made in this study to determine the effects of or manipulate patient diet or micronutrient intake, both of which may have significant effects on disease, host health and bacterial health and diversity.

FOOD 4 THOUGHT Fibonacci

Shop 13, Southlands Shopping centre

2 birmingham Road, South Penrith nSW 2750

Mum and I visited Fibonacci in South Penrith for Lunch. Fibonacci is at Southlands Shopping Centre on Birmingham Road in South Penrith.

For my meal, I chose the Fibo Big Brekkie. This big breakfast consisted of eggs your way, bacon, smoked salmon, avocado, spinach, mushroom, tomato, and toast. I modified this breakfast and swapped the smoked salmon for sausage and swapped the spinach for haloumi. The sausages and bacon were crisp, full of flavour along with the cherry tomatoes and mushrooms and the haloumi was cooked right and flavoursome. The avocado was fresh and was an excellent addition to this breakfast. I enjoyed the hot buttered toast and together this breakfast was filling and complete.

I also enjoyed a mug of flat white coffee. The coffee at Fibonacci is always superb. The coffee was fresh, creamy, and contained so much flavour. I really enjoyed how smooth this coffee was and can highly recommend this coffee to anyone who visits this venue. Mum also enjoyed a flat white coffee and felt that the coffee was creamy and had plenty of flavour.

Mum chose the Avocado Chicken with Salad, which consisted of grilled chicken breast cooked in creamy garlic avocado sauce served with chips or salad. She said that the avocado garlic sauce was full of flavour and the chicken was moist and tender. The salad had a tasty dressing and the whole meal was very filling. Very enjoyable.

If you are after a quick lunch and excellent coffee, I can recommend Fibonacci.

I wish to thank Allie for looking after Mum and I. Allie and the team did take in to account my sesame allergy and Allie did say that they take allergies very seriously.

The service we received was quick, efficient and Allie treated all the customers with a smile and greeted them as they entered the venue. When you are greeted this way, you feel welcome, and looking after your customers is very important.

Glenmore Park Locals Shine at 2023

Sydney Royal Easter Show

Glenmore Park has been well represented at the 2023 Sydney Royal Easter Show, with local resident Bernice Mott and Caroline Chisholm College both winning competitions.

This year, Bernice took home the Frances Binnie Memorial Perpetual Trophy – the pinnacle craft award in the Sydney Royal Arts & Crafts Competition.

Exhibitors entered almost 200 craft classes this year, with the very best of the best displayed in the annual Standard of Excellence case.

The Frances Binnie Memorial Perpetual Trophy is awarded to the most meritorious craft exhibit in the Standard of Excellence case – in essence, the top craft exhibit in the Show.

Bernice’s winning exhibit was a hand-knitted white lace shawl, in 1 ply wool.

Caroline Chisholm College were the Champion School in the Sydney Royal School Meat Bird Pairs Competition.

This competition encouraged hands-on farming experience for students by asking them to raise a batch of baby chicks and record their data/progress in the lead up to the Sydney Royal Easter Show.

Schools select their healthiest and heaviest chickens to be exhibited and judged at the Show, where they are judged across three categories – their live exhibit presentation, the quality of the carcase, as well as a project component detailing how their birds were raised and prepared for Show.

Caroline Chisholm College achieved second place in the female exhibit live category, first in the female carcase category, and third in their project component, to be crowned the overall champion of the competition.

The competitions of the Show showcased the efforts and skills of people from across the country in various diverse industries and niche interest areas. A total of 15,000 trophies, certificates and medals were awarded this year amongst some of the 22,400 entries.

Run by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), the Show provides a true taste of Australia’s vibrant culture and celebrates agricultural excellence and rural Australia.

RAS General Manager of Agriculture and the Show, Murray Wilton, said the Show this year has been an incredible success.

“Marking 200-years since the first Show, this year, we were encouraging Showgoers to come to the Show and find their happy place. Rich in fun and family traditions – we were thrilled to see people doing just that, making new memories, and celebrating everything we know and love about the Show and rural Australia,” he said.

“We shone a spotlight on the best of the best in Australian agriculture, welcoming over 6,500 livestock exhibits that represented over 480 different animal breeds, and 12 international judges across the competition who brought their world-class knowledge to the Show rings.

“For us, a key part of the Show is to give back and support our rural and regional communities, and I’m proud to share that our RAS Foundation was able to raise $56,000 for the Eugowra Community Children’s Centre to support in their rebuild following the 2022 floods, in addition to selling all their fundraising Ag Bags which contribute to the Community Futures Grant program.”

r Feature Article [Cover + Above] Bernice Mott with her winning hand-knitted white lace shawl | Images: District Gazette | Article: Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS)

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Article Written + Submitted by: Repairs Afoot Podiatry, Wallacia

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W: www.repairsafoot.com.au

Shaheen Aumeer-Donovan (Practice Manager) & Philip Aumeer-Donovan (Clinical Manager and Podiatrist)

Warts & All

Warts (verruca) are caused by a virus. They are highly contagious, and transmitted by either direct touch or by touching a surface contaminated with the wart virus. Warts can present as stand-alone lesions or can form in clusters (mosaic warts), and if they are on the bottom of the foot (plantar warts) they can be very painful.

Preventing Warts

Plantar warts are commonly caught where people frequently walk barefoot, such as public swimming pools and showers. The best way of preventing a viral infection on your feet is to wear footwear (like thongs) in public areas.

If you have a wart, it should be kept covered (and avoid scratching or picking at it) so you don’t spread the virus to other people, or to other areas of your body.

Treating Warts*

Because warts are a virus, most treatment options rely on triggering the body’s natural immune system to fight the virus. Patients with a reduced immune system and patients who have had the warts for a long time will likely find that it takes longer to treat the virus.

Whenever a lesion appears, it is a good idea to visit your podiatrist for an initial assessment to first determine what it is. Sometimes corns, foreign embedded objects, and even skin cancers can be mistaken for warts, so it is important to get a proper diagnosis before commencing treatment. Podiatrists can treat warts on both feet and also hands.

Generally with warts, the earlier the intervention, the easier it is to get rid of them.

1) No treatment

Sometimes the best treatment option is to wait and see if the body’s natural immune system will kick in and kill the virus. The podiatrist can remove any hard skin around the lesion, and sometimes we even find that the wart has already been killed and is removed in this process. This can be a good option particularly for very young patients, and very small wart lesions. If we are seeing that the wart is starting to grow, spread or become painful, then a more active approach to treatment should be taken.

Tune in next month for our discussion on other treatment options for warts!

Penrith Charity Pays it Forward

Paying it Forward Homeless Services Inc. (PIF) are a small group of volunteers, 25 in total, who form a registered not-forprofit organisation. They are a local charity that hosts a Sunday evening dinner service each week at Jamison Park on York Road in Penrith at 5:30pm.

PIF have been operational since 2013 in the Penrith area. They are one of very few local charities that provide a hot, sit-down meal including a refreshment and dessert.

When donations are available, they distribute warm clothing, towels, blankets, bathroom, and sanitary items and have an open food pantry for the needy. PIF is not associated with any religious groups or political parties.

“Our mission statement is to work alongside many likeminded local charity groups to provide support, comfort and dignity to those living on the streets and doing it tough without judgement or bias” said Gabriele Seidel-Wynne of Paying it Forward Homeless Services Inc.

They were granted a government grant for capital items two years ago, and this was used to purchase a trailer and other nonconsumable items to allow them to continue and improve their dinner service. This also allows them to move to various locations when requested/needed. PIF have no building that they operate from. They operate under the eaves of the sporting facility in Jamison Park, in Penrith. They rent a storage unit to hold their supplies, which is paid for from their fund raising.

“We have been supported by local businesses and volunteers, who make up meals for each service. PIF has previously been able to raise funds by way of sausage sizzles and cake stalls at Bunnings and the like. However, since COVID-19, fundraisers are harder to secure and all but one of our supporting businesses have closed. Some of the PIF volunteers have fallen away due to job loss, health, age, and safety concerns” she explained.

PIF have become members of Foodbank and Good360. While this offsets some of the costs involved, there is growing concern as their funds are depleting, whilst the need for their service is on the rise.

“To continue to support the vulnerable who are in need, homeless or in DV situations, PIF would greatly appreciate donations for our Annual Winter Appeal. The monies raised through this allow us to provide much needed requests from our patrons. These things include but are not limited to, blankets, sleeping bags, coverlets, warm winter clothing, towels, sanitary and hygiene products. Many of the things we take for granted” Gabriele stated.

For more information about Paying it Forward Homeless Services Inc., call 0459 262637 or find them on Facebook.

r [Top] Dinner being served at Jamison Park [Above] Some of the volunteers at their dinner service at Jamison Park | Image/Article: Paying it Forward Homeless Services Inc. (PIF)

[L] Wart Lesion [R] Mosaic Wart * For general information only - a health professional must be seen for tailored advice.

More than just a Hobby

Established in 1906 in Summer Hill, the Sydney Society of Model Engineers Inc. (SSME) is the oldest model engineering club in Australia and the oldest continuously operating Model Engineering Club in the World at 117 years old. In October 1971, the Society opened the Model Park at its current location in Luddenham.

Membership is currently well over 200 members, ranging from juniors to seniors, and is one of the largest clubs/societies of its type both within NSW and Australia.

The Model Park is home to a wide range of sections, each dedicated to a specific area of model engineering. These sections include large scale ride on trains, HO Gauge railways and smaller radio controlled garden railway trains, radio control boats, radio control aeroplanes, control line aeroplanes ¼ Scale speedway cars, 1/5 Scale off-road cars, stationary steam engines, tether cars, slot cars, and garden railways.

Each section is run by passionate and skilled volunteers who share their expertise with other members and organize various events and activities throughout the year.

They have public open days once a month (the last Sunday of each month). A typical open day attracts between 300 - 500 people, comprising of families on a big day out, people with an interest in all things modelling and various special interest groups.

“As the chairman of the board, I am proud to lead an organisation that has been at the forefront of model engineering and railway construction for over a century.

“Personally, I have been involved in the Society for most of my life and some of my fondest memories are of running around the flying field with my brothers and cousins, marvelling as my father and the other members worked tirelessly to develop and prepare the model park. It was here that my love for modelling was born, and with it, a lifelong passion for flying” said David Kennedy, President, and Chairman of Sydney Society of Model Engineers Inc. (SSME).

At SSME, they believe that model engineering is more than just a hobby; it is a way of life.

“Whether you are a seasoned veteran or just starting out, you will find a welcoming and supportive community at SSME” he said.

Memberships are always open for the Society, whether your interest or passion is in model cars, planes, or trains. For more information on membership visit the website (www.ssme.org.au or www.modelpark.org.au) or contact membership@ssme.org. au.

r A great day out at the Model Park | Image: Sydney Society of Model Engineers Inc. (SSME)

FAITH - FOOTHILLS CHURCH

Article Written + Submitted by: Pastor Paul Marshall

W: www.foothillschurch.com.au

A: Junction Factory Rd & Loftus St, Regentville Service Times: Sundays 9.30am

The Power of a Simple Life

A simple life is not lacking in depth or achievements. It is a life focused on what is important and life-giving, rather than spending ourselves thinly on 10,000 things that pull us in multiple directions at once.

Think about when the light of the sun is concentrated through a magnifying glass onto one spot, and eventually causes fire. In the same way when our lives are focussed on what matters, this brings results.

Complexity is of our own devising, and it brings trouble to human life. Think about the number of passwords we must remember to access the apps we use online, our phone, internet banking, gym, workplace and so on. This can cause stress and overload our mind with too many thoughts at once. Add to this the speed at which we can communicate from almost anywhere via smartphone or email, and the speed at which we are receiving responses – many of which involve things we must do. In the ‘old days’, it took time to travel or for letters to be delivered, allowing time for our minds to focus and rest. But the speed of life today drains our bodies and loads up our minds with too much. This complexity must contribute in some way to the surge in mental illness in our society.

Living a simple life is about prioritising and making the choice to not be a slave to the pace demanded by society. It is to choose to give our bodies and minds a rest, and to focus on what is important to us not just the frenetic activity demanded in our society to be ‘successful’. This might mean buying a cheaper car or house, so that we don’t need to flog ourselves to pay for it all. It might mean thinking about why we do what we do and addressing things we do for unhealthy reasons.

The Bible teaches that Jesus can show us the way from a complex life, to a powerfully simple one that is focused on what matters and blesses our souls with rest and delight.

FAITH – GRACE WEST ANGLICAN CHURCH

Article Written + Submitted by: Senior Minister Christopher Braga

P: 4733 1635 A: 16 William Howell Drive, Glenmore Park W: www. gracewest.church Service Times: Sundays @ 8.30am, 10.30am and 6pm. Plus activities for adults + young people right throughout the week.

In 1938, researchers at Harvard Medical School began a study that would take almost 80 years to complete. The researchers wanted to answer one simple question: what makes a good life? What would you say makes a good life? It’s a great question!

The researchers recruited 268 participants who underwent interviews, surveys, and physical examinations. In the 1960s, new researchers brought in a second group of 456 participants. Despite many obstacles, they kept collecting the data each year.

So, after 80 years of collecting and analysing the data, what did they learn about the key to a good life? The answer: close relationships.

Close relationships are what kept these people happy throughout their lives. The study found close relationships to be the strongest predictor of life satisfaction, even more significant than wealth, influence, or intelligence. Those relationships may include a spouse, but just having close relationships is what made the difference.

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Glenmore Park Family Fun Day

Penrith City Council is bringing a family friendly day of fun to Ched Towns Reserve in Glenmore Park this month.

The “drop in at any time” event will have free craft workshops, a petting zoo, an inflatable obstacle course, local services, face painting, rock painting, kids’ yoga classes, yard games, a drumming workshop, a games bus, and more!

This Family Fun Day provides the community with an afternoon of food and fun with something for everyone.

They invite residents to come along on Saturday 3 June, any time from 10:00am to 3:00pm, at Ched Towns Reserve in Glenmore Park.

Council looks forward to assisting the community to safely connect, gather and play while also strengthening the accessibility to local services.

Dates & Times

Starts: 03 June 2023 - 10:00 AM

Ends: 03 June 2023 - 03:00 PM Location

Ched Towns Reserve, 1 Town Terrace Glenmore Park NSW 2745

That is no surprise when you think that God made us for relationship with each other and him. At the heart of the universe is a triune God who has lived in relationship as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each one of us is invited to have a relationship with him, a relationship that radically changes all other relationships.

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