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The Reducing Social Isolation for Seniors Grants Program has three categories that organisations can apply for:
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“Most people go online to work, to socialise and for entertainment, but few of us consider what happens to our digital assets once we are gone or are no longer able to make decisions,” Mr Speakman said.
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Social media accounts such as TikTok, Snapchat, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, along with other digital assets such as eBook libraries and music collections, are likely to outlive their owners, but access to them can vary according to the platform. These barriers can result in preventing a person’s legal representative from carrying out their legal obligations when administering an estate or managing the affairs of a person who has lost capacity.
• Category 3: $20,000 grants for new or innovative projects.
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Local councils and not-for-profit organisations can now apply for funding to facilitate programs aimed at helping reduce social isolation among seniors. Minister for Seniors Mark Coure said a total of $600,000 is available through the
Applications are open until 11.59pm on Monday September 19. For more information and to apply, please visit, www.facs.nsw.gov.au/seniorsgrants.
Findings from the consultation will help to inform whether, and if so what, uniform model legislation should be adopted across Australia.
• Category 2: $50,000 grants for projects or partnerships run by local council.
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• Category 1: $30,000 grants for known or existing projects.
Reducing Social Isolation for Seniors Grants Program to support initiatives, which play an important role in keeping seniors connected to their local community.
Detectives, assisted by State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad, established Strike Force BOBR to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Following extensive investigations, two search warrants were executed at homes on Pages Road, St Marys, and Jill Street, Marayong, about 6am Thursday 28 July 2022.Two teenage boys – both aged 17 – were arrested at each home. A third teen – aged 16 – was arrested at Tregear a short time later.Each of the teenage boys were charged with murder and remain before the courts. Following further inquiries, about 9.10am (Monday 8 August 2022), a 35-yearold woman was arrested at Mount Druitt Police Station where she was charged with accessory after the fact to murder. She was refused bail to appear before Mount Druitt Local Court. Inquiries under Strike Force BOBR continue.Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw. crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages. r Article: NSW Police Media
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“This is a complex area of law requiring great sensitivity to ensure any scheme strikes the right balance between access andTargetedprivacy.”consultation will take place from August to October 2022. The consultation follows the NSW Law Reform Commission’s report which, after a reference from Mr Speakman, recommended a nationally consistent scheme regulating access to a person’s records if they die or become incapacitated, to overcome existing barriers.
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A woman has been charged as part of an ongoing investigation into the alleged fatal stabbing of a teenager in Sydney’s west earlier this year. About 2.50am on Saturday 4 June 2022, emergency services were called to Australis Drive, Ropes Crossing, following reports of a stabbing.Onarrival, officers attached to Mt Druitt Police Area Command found a 16-year-old boy suffering a stab wound. Officers performed CPR until NSW Ambulance paramedics arrived; however, the boy died at the scene.
disconnected from their community, especially not our seniors,” Mr Coure said. “This funding is about helping foster environments where people can come together, meet new people and enjoy themselves in their local community.” Mr Coure said this extra funding adds to the $1.2 million the NSW Government has already invested into 50 community-led initiatives to help reduce social isolation among“Seniorsseniors.areintegral to our communities and we appreciate the contributions they have made and continue to make,” Mr Coure“Thatsaid.is why we need to ensure they are empowered to continue being active participants in community life, no matter who they are or what language they speak.”
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A NSW-led national scheme to allow access to a person’s digital records upon death or incapacity is one step closer following the Meeting of AttorneysGeneral in Melbourne yesterday. NSW Attorney General Mark Speakman said Commonwealth, State and Territory Attorneys-General agreed to a targeted consultation process to determine how digital records such as social media accounts should be accessed if the account holder dies or becomes incapacitated.
Bennett Park Upgrade Council needs your help to shape the design of a new mixed recreation space for St PenrithMarys. City Council is working with award-winning youth space and skate park design company, CONVIC, to design an exciting new mixed recreation space in Bennett Park. But first, we need your feedback and ideas to help shape the design!Youcan get involved by completing the short survey below. This survey will close on Sunday 18 September 2022. Come along and share your feedback with us! You can register below. Walk ins are also welcome. Council will be implementing COVID safety measures at this event including the provision of masks and hand sanitiser, and encouraging social distancing. Please do not attend if you feel unwell. pm Tennis com.au/bennettparkcom.au/bennettparkhttps://yoursaypenrith.Haveyoursay:https://yoursaypenrith.
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“It was a positive experience. We know that she will build on this and share it with her peers,” said Keri. Her exposure on the catwalk on an international level has already opened doors in her modelling career.
Ropes Crossing student Chloe Zrebiec has just returned home after competing in her first international pageant in the United States of America. The talented teenager competed in the 2022 Regency International Pageant on 29th and 30th July at The Golden Nugget Hotel in Las Vegas.
Despite not having her family and friends present with her at the competition, they were able to watch her progress via live streams on the internet.
“Chloe has been approached from another pageant system asking her to represent Australia again. She even modelled during a segment on Sunrise on Channel 7. She is looking forward to moving ahead in her modelling career” she ended. r Chloe Zrebiec during the 2022 Regency International Pageant | Image the International
Chloe’s trip was made easier thanks to the support of Kim Cancellier, Director of National Australian Miss Program and Bec Donechy, Make-Up Artist of Wye Creative Hair and Make-Up, who accompanied her and her team. She is hoping to draw on the experience to help her with future competitions.
“She looked absolutely amazing on stage along with the other 11 contestants in her division. Chloe did not get to bring home the crown this time. We should receive her scores from the pageant shortly” explained Keri Keightley, Chloe’s Mum.
“It was really hard not to be there. At the same time, it was exciting to see Chloe do something that she loves” Keri replied.
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Prices are: • Single garden $10 • Three gardens $20 • All gardens $40 The Festival ‘hop on, hop off’ bus service runs between all gardens approximately every 30 minutes, with the cost for an all-day ticket being $10. The first bus leaves Leura Station at 9:30am each day and the last bus departs the station at 4:30pm for the final circuit. Musicians including the Heathens Choir of Blackheath, the Katoomba Jazz Band and the Wombats Crossing Trio will be performing during the Festival. All proceeds go to support the Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital and other local health-related organisations. Festival details are available at www.leuragardensfestival. com.au or by calling 0431 095279. You can also follow the Leura Gardens Festival on Facebook and Instagram.
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Tickets available from August 1 at: www.leuragardensfes val.com.au and during the Fes val at Leura Mall, Fes val HQ (Fitzroy Street, Leura), Everglades, and Garden 1.r Seasons Garden | Image/Article: Leura Gardens Festival After two years of cancellations, organisers are delighted that the Leura Gardens Festival will be returning in 2022.
All tickets are valid for the four days of the Festival and are available on the Festival website now.
Cam Bringing Mental Health to the Forefront
“So, I put this forward to get the conversation started with my mates by creating a safe environment to talk about how we were truly doing. Then the support from the community took Talk Talk to where it is today” he continued.
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The 56th Festival will be held for four days over the October long weekend, from Saturday 1st October to Tuesday 4th October.Theyplan to make the 2022 Festival a wonderful celebration for all garden lovers and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the upper Blue Mountains. On display will be a feast of new growth, masses of flowers, gorgeous bulbs, and an amazing variety of cool-climate plants. This includes azaleas, rhododendrons, and peonies as well as magnificent deciduous trees which will just be coming into their full flowering glory. There will be two magnificent gardens new to the Festival, Avila and Karoola. Avila is a wonderful example of what can be achieved in smaller spaces using a careful and informed plant selection and will be dressed in some impressive flowering bulb displays.Karoola is a garden on a larger scale and includes both formal and rambling bush settings and is remarkable for its extensive wisteriaSeveralplantings.favourites will return, including Ewanrigg, Fairways, Hill of Grace, Seasons and The Braes which puts on an impressive show across its vast, varied, and ever-changing acreage. In addition, the beautiful gardens at Everglades and Fairmont will also be on display.
“One thing I used to say to people is if you have the flu, you go to the doctor because you can see that you’re sick. Why aren’t we going to the doctor if we aren’t feeling the best mentally? Is it because we can’t see it, or others can’t see that we are sick? It stresses the importance on really taking care of our minds and to reach out to people if we are struggling. Without support networks, life in challenging times becomes very hard. Creating awareness can ease the hardships that we all go through, big, or small. We can’t row our boats alone” he ended. Follow Cam’s journey by searching ‘Talk Talk’ on Facebook. You can contact him, where you will find everything from useful information, merchandise or somewhere to just have a chat.
“I created Talk Talk in 2017. I was going through some mental battles myself prior to creating this brand. My question to myself was ‘If I’m going through this and no one knows, I wonder who else is?’” explained Williams to the District Gazette.
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Local Cam Williams is breaking the stigma that is attached to mental health, creating awareness and support. The inspiring role model also has his own line of clothing, Talk Talk, with proceeds going towards Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk.
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Talk Talk’s clothing range is geared predominantly towards a men’s line, having previously produced t-shirts, hoodies, singlets, and shorts. The items have been welcomed by the community and sell out. Two new t-shirts are due to be released shortly.“When starting, it was never about the money or raising funds, but rather raising awareness. The first lot of sales I put the money towards assisting youth with seeking further help with psychologists. All proceeds now go towards Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk. They hold a very special place in my heart with what they are doing which is a tremendous step in the right direction for mental health” Cam stated. He believes that it’s important to create awareness around mental health.
New Learning Centre Completed At Cranebrook High School
Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith last month joined staff and students at Cranebrook High School to officially open their new multi-million dollar learning centre.
“The new facilities at Cranebrook High School will be used for specialised learning, for example to support agricultural classes due to its proximity to the school’s farm,” Ms Mitchell said.
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“I share the students’ excitement about seeing the new building and also, the beautiful landscaping and trees,” Stuart Ayres said.
The NSW Government is investing $8.6 billion in school infrastructure over the next four years, continuing its program to deliver 160 new and upgraded schools to support communities across NSW. This builds on the more than $9.1 billion invested in projects delivered since 2017, a program of $17.7 billion in public education infrastructure.
“The NSW Government continues to deliver important school infrastructure to communities around the state and I’m proud of the wonderful facilities we’re providing for schools like Cranebrook High School in Western Sydney.”
“It’s great to see Cranebrook High School getting investment in the excellent multi-purpose learning space they deserve.
Stuart Ayres said he was delighted to be at the school to see the new building with three general learning spaces, a shared learning space, a seminar room and an outdoor learning area.
“As part of this upgrade, many new mature Eucalyptus trees have been planted throughout the school grounds, adding to the abundance of green spaces that Cranebrook High School benefits from.”
Sarah Mitchell said every student in NSW should have access to the best education possible, and providing new and modern facilities give students those opportunities.
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“I am so thrilled that the NSW Government has been able to deliver this project for the community and that it will support students for generations to come with unique learning opportunities.” Ms Mitchell said.
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Stuart Ayres MP at the opening of the new Multi-million dollar learning Centre at Cranebrook High School
DATESaturday: 24th September 2022 TIME10:00am: to 3:00pm LOCATION: Peter Van Hasselt Reserve, Palmyra Ave, Willmot 2770 COSTFree: by: Monica Purcell | Family Facilitator Community & Neighbourhood Services https://www.napcan.org.au/
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Village Oval Dog Park in Jordan Springs is a place that is enjoyed by dogs and their owners. Now there is a group for locals to come together and share their experiences with their four-legged friends.
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In addition to staying calm, approach your child with curiosity and non-judgment. You may feel temptation to lecture but check this urge at the door. During a hard time, would you confide in someone who only points out your faults? Probably not! If children feel judged, they are less likely to come to you with their struggles again. Choose the time and place carefully. A neutral space such as the living room can be ideal. Pick a time when you are not too busy to listen. For some children, they feel more comfortable talking about their emotions during parallel activities like a taking a drive in the car or going for a walk.
National Child Protection Week (4-10 September) is all about the ways that we can all work together to build communities that support children and families. Visit www. napcan.org.au to find out more.
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r There will be stage performances throughout the day | Image/Article: Blacktown City Council 2022 Willmot Festival Together with the Willmot Festival Committee, Blacktown City Council would like to invite the local community to the annual Willmot Festival!
To get involved please, complete a Willmot Festival Stallholder Application Form at https://bit.ly/3dDspLX. For more information, please contact the committee via email at willmotcg14@gmail.com.
The Dog Park is located at Village Oval on Greenwood Parkway in Jordan Springs. It is a fenced off-leash park that is divided into two sections, one for small dogs and one for large dogs.The facilities at the park include seating, dog waste bag fixtures, bins, bubblers, water taps and bowls, and dog play equipment. The pet-friendly park is managed by Penrith City Council.Thegroup is a hub for information such as dog/owner meetups, lost dog posts, animal adoptions and helpful tips. For residents new to the area with pets, it has also been a great way to meet new friends. If you would like to know more, search Jordan Springs Dog Park Group on Facebook.
The festival will be held from 10:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday 24th September, with a range of activities and entertainment for the whole family, including stalls, stage performances and rides.Come and join them for an exciting family day out at this year’s Willmot Festival, with great company, great food, and a whole lot of fun.
Focus on listening, rather than responding. Being listened to helps children explore their feelings, put ideas into words, brainstorm solutions to their own problems and develop selfconfidence. Your full focus makes them feel respected and helps them know that their thoughts and feelings matter.
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Jordan Springs Dog Park Group, which is found on Facebook on social media, was created in 2016 as a place for dog owners who used the popular facility. Boasting over 800 members, it has been embraced by the community.
Be open to talking about all feelings – joy, sadness, fear, anger, worry. Separate behaviour from emotion. Remember: “all feelings are OK, but not all behaviours are OK”. Children build their emotion vocabulary from the adults around them.
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Children are safest when they are listened to, respected, and believed by the adults around them. There are ways you can create a safe space for your child to share their concerns and worries with you.
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Talk to your child about safety, where they feel safe, with whom they feel safe and what it feels like to be safe. Discuss ‘early warning signs’ (how their body feels) and encourage them to trust their feelings and instincts.
The first thing to know is that open communication is more about how you are with your child than the words you use. It’s important that you remain calm during even the most difficult conversations. Big adult emotions can overwhelm children and cause them to ‘shut down’.
The Yoga Teacher is on the lookout for a venue to host regular yoga classes. “I’m looking to hire out the Jordan Springs Community Centre, but so far have found no availability that suits. I’m open to any suggestions for spaces we could practice together” said Liam to the Jordan Springs Gazette. Once a venue is found, he plans to run classes of up to 20 for all levels.
“I find 20 people maximum is enough for me to be able to attend to everyone equally, but there is also value in a smaller, more intimate class of 10. Either way, all classes are designed with variations for any level of experience or ability” heLiamexplained.hasbeen teaching yoga since 2019. Prior to this, he has been guiding meditations and classes for friends for years.
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www.jordanspringsgazette.com.au September 2022 7 Corpus ChristiCRANEBROOKPrimary We work in partnership with our parish, families and local secondary schools, Xavier College Llandilo, Caroline Chisholm College (girls) Glenmore Park, to provide quality Catholic schooling from Kindergarten to Year 12. Enrolling Now WE OFFER • Learning environment enriched by faith and values • Broad curriculum including Religious Education • Wide range of cocurricular activities • (sport, creative and performing arts, academic competitions, etc) • Dedicated and professional teaching staff • New and integrated technology including interactive whiteboards, laptops and iPads • Learning support and enrichment programs • Transition programs (Kindergarten and Year 6 for high school) • Extensive recreational and sporting areas • Active and supportive parent community For more information please contact Corpus Christi’s Principal Mrs Sarah O’Rourke MOSAIC Community Church 4PM Sundays at the Llandilo Community Hall Seventh Ave, Llandilo ph. 0402 712 972 Families and individuals of all ages welcome FREE COMMUNITY MEAL EVERY SUNDAY Llandilo, Jordan Springs, Cranebrook, Berkshire Park, Shanes Park, Willmot, Ropes Crossing
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Liam believes there are health benefits associated with practicing“Withoutyoga.over-generalising, the health benefits of yoga are holistic. The two components of physical yoga are relaxation and concentration, both of which have been shown to decrease physical and mental stress and enhance the ability of the body and mind to restore their natural state of health” he“Somestated.practices are energising and can be used to stimulate the body and mind, giving us a boost of energy, lifting our depression, even heating us in Winter. Other practices are relaxing and can be used to soothe the body and mind, keeping us cool in the heat, calming us down, even putting us to sleep” he added. Aside from the many health benefits, he enjoys the feeling that yoga creates, “Yoga makes me feel invincible. Somehow it works better than coffee, better than nailing it at a work meeting, better than getting likes on Facebook. Whether I’ve had a dynamic or relaxing session, I always finish yoga feeling fresher, lighter, and more confident and that carries on longer and longer the more I do it”. If you’re interested in attending yoga classes, you can contact Liam via email at jordanspringsyoga@gmail.com. You can also join The Jordan Springs Yoga Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1424226261396397.
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“I wanted to share yoga and meditation because I found peace and happiness in it. Doing it just seemed to make everything come together in life. I couldn’t possibly keep all that to myself! It really brings me so much joy to be able to share this magic with people” Liam smiled.
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During its first year of operation, the club received an overwhelming response from the community with 11 teams registering to play in the Penrith District Netball Association Competition. Since then, the club has continued to go from strength to strength and gain new members thanks to the tireless efforts of Michelle’s work and support from the local community – even through two chaotic seasons during the pandemic.
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‘Where Special Friends Meet’ is a new social group for adults 35+ that has been formed by local resident Adele. The group was started just last month and already has over a dozen members. Members are welcome to chat to one another online on the Facebook page. There are also plans for face-to-face outings to destinations in the future. The outings will include trips to places like cafes and restaurants. Local businesses will also be supported. Weekly or monthly meetup schedules will be organised soon and communicated to the group. It is hoped that up to 15 members will be part of the regular face-to-face outings.“This is a group that brings people together, where new friendships are made. People can have fun and a laugh. They’ll be lots of positive vibes” said Adele, Group Co-Ordinator to the Jordan Springs Gazette. If you would like to know more about the group, search ‘Where Special Friends Meet’ on Facebook.
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Michelle is known to always lend a hand whether it be grant applications, coaching, registrations, fundraising, canteen, or tower duty.
Penrith is home to many dedicated, selfless, and inspirational people and Council’s Local Celebration Awards are an opportunity for them to recognise and celebrate these people in our community. Nominations for the next Local Celebration Awards are now open and they want to hear from you! Visit Penrith City Council’s Local Celebration Awards web page at https://bit.ly/3vZ9QYM. City
Michelle Barnes, President of Jordan Springs Netball Club, has been honoured with a Community Service Award at the 2022 Local Celebration Awards.Jordan Springs has a netball club and it’s all thanks to the efforts of volunteer club President, Michelle Barnes. Since 2016, Michelle has been the President of the Jordan Springs Netball Club and a passionate advocate for the club’s growth and success at Village Oval in Jordan Springs.
The Probus organisation has a club in your local area, providing an exciting opportunity to meet with fellow retirees and join in stimulating activities. The club was formed in March 2018, to service Jordan Springs and surrounding suburbs and joins the fray with over 1,700 clubs with more than 125,000 members all over Australia and New Zealand.
FAITH – MOSAIC COMMUNITY CHURCH (LLANDILO) Article Written + Submitted by: Heath Whiley A: Seventh Ave, Llandilo P: 0402 712 972 W: www.jordanspringsmosaic.com Service Times: 4PM Sundays at the Llandilo Community Hall An Eye for an Eye ... Makes the Entire World Blind What's Happening Jordan Springs Probus Club@
July was an exciting month, with our Christmas in July lunch at the Pioneer Tavern. Other events included putt putt golf at Dural, lunch at Tattersalls Hotel, along with some interesting speakers at our monthly meetings. Later in the year, we have Johnny Pace entertaining us with his stories of his life in the public eye along with other very interesting presentations at our meetings each month. Next year, we are hoping to spread our wings and travel to Tasmania as a group for 10 days of fun and sightseeing.Apartfrom attending monthly meetings and getting to know fellow members with a cuppa and biscuit, you will have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of pursuits, travel locally or around the world, enjoy exclusive discounts through the Probus Member Benefits Scheme, have access to exclusive Probus Travel Insurance plans, develop new interests and stay active.Theclub
currently has a regular lunch at a local venue on the second Tuesday of each month, a monthly outing, and special events such as our Christmas lunch with entertainment hopefully from Ron Ashton. An example of the outings planned for this year are the Postman’s Run on the Hawkesbury River, movie group, car trip to Wollongong, outing to the new Sydney Zoo, lunch on the Hawkesbury Paddler Steamer and many more events. We are always adding new and varied outings.
Recently I spoke with some children involved in a personal conflict. The children were rightly upset by what they perceived to be an unfair treatment of themselves by others. Consequently, they responded with rudeness, aggression, and in the same way they were being treated.Thisled to an interesting discussion. All the children believed, “we should treat others in the same way we want to be treated,” but also that, “I will treat others in the same way as they treat me.” Apparently, they believed both things to be true, but couldn’t see the contradiction. Namely, that one action has the potential to increase the good, whilst the other potentially only increases the harm already being done. To treat others as we want to be treated is an admirable thing which has the potential to create healthy relationships, safe spaces, and to make the world a better place. But what if others are treating us badly or unfairly?! To simply respond with “I will treat others the same way they treat me” in this case does nothing to improve the situation, break a destructive cycle, or make the world any better. It merely doubles the problem, continues the cycle, and so increases the number of already sad and broken people.
In the Christian calendar, there is a particular day celebrated on August 6th each year. It commenced being kept by the eastern Churches around the 4th century and amongst the western church after the 9th century becoming a permanent celebration in 1457. It is based on the record in St Matthew’s Gospel chapter 17 verses 1 to 9. Basically, the Transfiguration cannot be fully comprehended as even those who experienced the event were at a loss to give an explanation. For us it finds meaning when the total life of Jesus is studied. One of the most telling interpretations is found in second letter of St Paul to the Church in ancient Corinth but even this does not exhaust contemplation on the meaning of the Transfiguration. It came at an important stage in the life of Jesus. His work in the ancient Roman Empire’s province of Galilee was completed. It is noted that to all intents and purposes it had failed, primarily because the political and religious atmosphere at the time was centred and directed towards defeating the Roman Senate’s domination of the country. This allows the Transfiguration to be placed in the context that Jesus had either to go on and complete his work which would result in humiliation, suffering and execution or to give up. So it is in the Transfiguration that his followers realized that God was in the Son through the Holy Spirit to complete the promise of the Law received through Moses and the promise of the prophets through Elijah to obtain the continual reconciliation between the Creator and the created. The culmination was in the Resurrection. It is interesting to note the varying and often contradictory record found amongst the Gospel writers and as with the Transfiguration it involved how to express their experience of the events.
And so, we proposed a third way: What if we responded with kindness and goodness towards one another instead? Wouldn’t this be like a superpower, not allowing others to determine our behaviour, but instead challenging theirs, maybe turning an enemy into a friend, and helping make the world a better place? Consequently, Jesus’ words remain as radical today as when first spoken: “You have heard it said, ‘An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth.’ But I tell you, love your enemy, pray for those who persecute you, and do good to those who mistreat you.”
The Probus Club of Jordan Springs welcomes visitors and new members and meets at the Jordan Springs Community Hub on the 4th Tuesday of every month from 10:00am. For more information, contact Bob on 0405 813159 or via email at jordanspringsprobus@gmail.com. Visit our website at probussouthpacific.org/microsites/jordansprings.
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Submissions in the Prize can be either a poem or short story but must be works of fiction.
Blacktown City Mayor Tony Bleasdale OAM with 2020 Blacktown Mayoral Creative Writing City Council
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The Mayoral Creative Writing Prize is run in partnership with WestWords, an organisation which celebrates and champions the stories of Western Sydney.
Works will be judged on originality, construction, the use of language, (including creative expression, grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, and spelling), development of character, atmosphere or setting, creative use of language and how the entry relates to the theme.
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“There have been significant changes in many areas of our lives, and this year’s Prize asks entrants to reflect on these changes and what may come next”.
“We all know just how challenging the past 2 and a half years have been, as we have faced the COVID-19 pandemic, natural disasters, and new ways of living.
Mayor Bleasdale said, “The Mayoral Creative Writing Prize is a wonderful opportunity for writers of all ages to tap away at their keyboards or put pen to paper and get creative with poems or short stories.
Right now, e-waste is growing three times faster than other waste. And with the way the world is becoming more tech savvy, we need to become more e-waste savvy. It’s so important to dispose of e-waste properly and responsibly. E-waste can’t go in your household bins. Recycling at our E-waste Drop-off Day keeps e-waste out of landfill and our community safe.
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The Blacktown Mayoral Creative Writing Prize is back for 2022 and Blacktown City Mayor Tony Bleasdale OAM is encouraging all budding writers to get tapping away at their keyboards.Entriesin the 2022 Prize are now open to adults and children aged 8 years and above who live in Blacktown City.
Entries are open in the following age categories: 8-11 years, 12-14 years, 15-17 years, and adult (18+). Adult winners will receive $200, while winners aged 17 years or younger will receive $100, and the teacher/teacher librarian who supported them will also receive $100.
For full details, visit: www.westwords.com.au/project/2022-blacktown-mayoral-creative-writing-prize-what-now/
Prize Highly Commended recipient (8-11 years) Erika Mercado | Image/Article: Blacktown
Saturday 17 September from 9am-3:30pm
The total prize pool for this year’s competition is $1,600 and writers are asked to submit works on the theme ‘What now?’.
Entries will close at midnight on 3 October 2022. An awards presentation will be held at Max Webber Library in December.
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7. Finally, puss producing mucosal ulcers appear (between areas of normal tissue), characteristic of severe disease
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6. Breakdown of the intestinal epithelial barrier leads bacteria and other materials to enter tissues. This further activates immune cells perpetuating intestinal inflammation
Next month: What causes colon cell damage/death? Can we stop this? City Council for a fun night adventure as they Wianamatta Reserve! joining Conservation Volunteers Australia for a great night this special reserve and the nocturnal critters that call this place home. Light refreshments will be provided. The event is open to everyone with and without Bushcare experience. Under 16-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult.Bookings are essential. To book, visit:
2. In an attempt to remedy things, the damaged/dying epithelial cells release distress hormones to activate local immune responses increasing local blood flow, attracting, and activating various immune cells
12 September 2022 www.jordanspringsgazette.com.au Article Written + Submitted by: Andreas Klein Nutritionist + Remedial Therapist from Beautiful Health + Wellness P: 0418 166 269 HEALTH MATTERS
Ulcerative Colitis - What Exactly Is It?
1. The mucosa: lining cells
83,500 Australians suffer Ulcerative Colitis (UC). Patients are most frequently diagnosed at ages 15-35 and 55-70. Patients may be of any race, but likely to be white, Ashkenazi Jews. UC is usually categorized according to the parts of the large bowel involved/inflamed i.e.:
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4. If cell deaths continue, the mucosa takes on a finely granular look, and becomes friable (breaks easily); normal vascular pattern is lost
4. Pancolitis – entire colon Rarely the small intestine that meets the colon may also be inflamed.Symptoms may be limited to rectal bleeding alone. As more of the colon becomes involved, symptoms may include fever, abdominal and rectal pain, cramping, and an urgency to defecate without being able to go. Sufferers have ongoing diarrhoea unrelieved by over-the-counter medications (often also passing blood and puss). Dehydration, weight loss, fatigue, anaemia, vitamin deficiencies, serious malnutrition and bone loss may result. Complications include liver, skin, eye, joint inflammation, perforated colon, increased colon cancer risk; in serious cases toxic megacolon, and possible death.
3. The muscularis: muscle-cell-layer contracts rhythmically to move colon contents
3. Left sided colitis – rectum, sigmoid and descending colon
1. Something initiates damage to and death of localized areas of colonic epithelial lining cells
4. Serosa: external layer of connective tissue around the colon UC generally affects the mucosa and submucosa, the muscularis in severe disease. Sharp borders exist between normal and affected (ulcerated) tissue. The disease process in UC:
3. The affected local area becomes red and swollen
2. The submucosa: connective tissue, nerves, blood/lymph vessels, immune cells
1. Ulcerative proctitis – anus and rectum only
5. Eventually scattered haemorrhagic areas appear
2. Proctosigmoiditis – rectum and sigmoid colon
The normal colon wall consists of four main layers (inner to outer):
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Life lessons from your dog: No matter what happens in life, kick some grass over that stuff and move on!
Dog Rules:
Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. My best friend has a fur and a tail. Love is a four-legged word. Anything is paws-ible with a dog by your side. Love is a wet nose and a wagging tail. The road to my heart is filled with paw prints.
Don't stop retrievin'. My dog's only flaw is not living forever. Sometimes, they call me 'Getbackhere.' First he stole my heart, then he stole my bed Home is where the dog hair is stuck to everything.
The dog is not allowed in the house
Ok, the dog is allowed in the house but only in certain rooms
The dog is allowed in all rooms, but has to stay off the furniture
Fine, the dog is allowed on all the furniture, but is not allowed to sleep with humans
The dog may sleep on the bed whenever they want, but not under the covers
The dog may sleep under the covers every night Humans must ask permission to sleep under the covers with the Indogall cases of dispute….. The dog rules!
A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. It’s treat o’clock somewhere
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The dog is only allowed on the old furniture
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As I compile the final touches of the September edition, I look out my window to notice it is a typical Winter’s day, cold, wet and blustery. Nothing at all like the weather we experienced only a week before. I can only hope, like everyone else, that better weather is around the corner as we turn the leaf into Spring.Ialways enjoy Spring, not only for the promise of wonderful weather, but the downward descent to Christmas. What’s not to love about gorgeous Spring days, socialising and the festive lead up to Christmas? This month Monica highlights the importance of child-safety in ‘Parents Corner’ given September plays host to National Child Safety week. While Camille dishes out some ‘Dad’ Jokes in ‘Paws A While’ in view of Fathers Day.Fathers Day is the first Sunday in September, a timely reminder to spend time with or reach out to the Fathers and Fatherly figures in our lives, and remember those taken too soon. Find a minute to reflect on the great moments. Enjoy ‘Your Community News’. Make yourself a priority once in a while. It’s not selfish. It’s necessary.
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