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Liberal Senator for Western Sydney has slammed the Albanese Government over plans which could see a successful $1.3 billion manufacturing jobs program axed.
Senator says Western Sydney manufacturing jobs under threat A m A nuf A cturing program supporting critical industries in Western Sydney is “the latest item on the Albanese government’s chopping block” according to Liberal Senator marise Payne, who said the federal government is considering axeing the program. the $1.3 billion modern manufacturing initiative (mmi), announced under the coalition government in 2020, provided funding for projects that help manufacturers to scale up and create jobs in key industries, including:
• Food security and processing
• Recycling and clean energy
• Medical Products
Liberal Senator for Western Sydney, Senator the Hon marise Payne, said funding that had already been delivered to successful Western Sydney businesses under round 2 of the program was now at risk of being clawed back. “more than a month into a government review of the mmi, grant recipients, including three companies in Western Sydney who produce vital medical and defence products, are still in the dark as to the status of the program,” Senator Payne said. “With strong economic headwinds, the Western Sydney business community is looking to the federal government for leadership but instead all they are seeing from the Albanese government is cuts to jobcreating“We’veprograms.already seen the highly successful Australian 5g innovation initiative removed by the government, which had dedicated funding for projects in Western Sydney, so it’s clear that Labor is targeting our region. “Local Labor mPs need to explain whether they support continuing the mmi and the jobs and economic investment that this successful program is already creating. “We need to see more investment in Western Sydney, Australia’s third largest economy, not less.”
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Officers from Nepean Police Area command secured a crime scene which was forensically examined. Police were told that as a 39-year-old female staff member was preparing to close the premises for the evening, she was approached by a man on the street who threatened her with a large meat cleaver.Theman stole an amount of cash and the woman’s mobile phone before running south along colless Street and turning east into Rosedale Avenue. No injuries were sustained to the woman.Asinquiries into the incident continue detectives have released images of man who they would like to speak with.
He is described as caucasian appearance between 185cm to 190cm tall, and of thin build. The man was wearing a dark face covering, black jumper with white markings on the hood with a lightcoloured cap underneath, black pants and light-coloured Nike TN brand shoes. He was also wearing a unique watch, with a large white face and darker coloured band on the left wrist.Anyone with information about this matter, or who can identify the man, urged to contact Penrith Police Station or crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
4 NewsNepean 2022August12 335OWDIGIssue local news Appeal for assistance following armed robbery – Penrith P olice are appealing for public assistance as they investigate an armedAboutrobbery.11.10pm on Wednesday 18 May 2022, police responded to reports of an armed robbery at a beauty salon on Stafford Street, Penrith.
Gipps Street Recreation Precinct to start construction
Penrith City Council recently awarded the construction tender to Glascott Landscape and Civil Pty Ltd which will undertake the remaining remediation, construction, landscaping, and installation work required at the Claremont Meadows site to bring the innovative Precinct design to life. To experience what Gipps street Recreation Precinct will be like when complete, a fly through of the project is available here: penrith.city/gippsstreet Council’s 2020 sport & Recreation strategy, which forms the 15-year road map for the future provision of sport, play, recreation and open space facilities across our City, helped create the vision for this important Penrith project. Gipps street Recreation Precinct is scheduled for completion by the end of 2023, to learn more, visit penrith.city/gippsstreet
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A sod turning by Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen and Penrith City Council’s General Manager Warwick Winn at the 32-hectare Gipps street Recreation Precinct has signalled the official start of the multi-milliondollar project. The milestone brings Council’s long-term strategy, to transform the former waste facility into a landmark sport and recreation destination for the community, a vital step closer to reality. Penrith City Council is contributing $27.5M toward the project, with a further $6.5M being received from grants through partnering with the NSW Government. Council has been successful in attaining grant funding for the youth area through the Department of Planning’s Open Spaces Pilot Project ($500,000), whilst the Office of Sport will contribute to the amenity building through its Greater Cities sports Facilities Fund ($1,000,000) and the multi-sport playing fields with LED lighting through its Multi-Sport Community Facility Fund ($5,000,000).PenrithMayor Tricia Hitchen said it was wonderful to see the long-held vision of Council and the community get underway and thanked the NSW Government for their contribution. “This facility is going to be something truly special for the people of Penrith and I can’t wait to see it delivered for our community,” Cr Hitchen said. “We are incredibly excited that the start of construction for this landmark destination can now commence. This site has been earmarked by Council for use as a recreation precinct since the 2000s and we can’t wait for our vision to reinvent Gipps Street to be realised. “Every member of the family will find something at Gipps Street to help them enjoy outdoor pursuits, including multiple sports fields, full amenities, inclusive children’s area featuring water play, a dedicated Youth Precinct including a skate park and our City’s very first pump track. There will be outdoor gym equipment, an off-leash dog park, shaded picnic areas with BBQs and beautiful nature walks too,” Cr Hitchen added. The 32-hectare site at Gipps street along south Creek was used as Council’s main waste facility from the mid-1950s to the mid-1980s and has undergone extensive remediation before it could be developed.
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• 201 groups applied for projects worth over $10 million
The 15 eligible local councils also submitted 71 projects under the WestInvest Community Project Grants - Local Government Allocation, which awarded each council a share of $400 million in funding, based on population size. Minister for Local Government Wendy Tuckerman said councils are at the heart of every community. “WestInvest is a once-in-ageneration opportunity that will celebrate and improve local communities for generations to come,” Mrs Tuckerman said. “The 15 local councils of Western Sydney have submitted some fantastic ideas for consideration, and I’m really looking forward to seeing some of these projects come to life, to invigorate their local precincts and facilities for their residents.”
WestInvest funding was available to Aboriginal groups, sporting groups, multicultural groups, volunteer groups and many more based in 15 eligible local council areas. A breakdown of the applications in the WestInvest Community Project Grants - Competitive Round shows: • Almost 680 projects have been submitted for assessment • 325 applications related to green and open space projects
All applications will now go through a comprehensive assessment process, with the successful projects expected to be announced in the Local Government Allocation from September and the Competitive Round later this year.
• Transforming city centres and precincts to celebrate community, food and culture;
• 180 groups applied for projects worth $1 million and under • 296 groups applied for projects worth over $1 million and under $10 million
“We’ve received an overwhelming response with almost 680 projects worth $7.8 billion submitted for assessment,” Mr Kean said. “The majority of projects sought funding to make local communities in West and South West Sydney even better places to live with open and green spaces.”
• 270 applications related to community infrastructure projects
Hundreds of projects in the running for Westinvest funding huNdRedS of local organisations in West and South West Sydney are now competing for a share of $1.6 billion under the WestInvest Community Project Grants – Competitive Round. Treasurer Matt Kean said organisations from Burwood to the Blue Mountains, and Wollondilly to the hawkesbury stepped up in numbers with ideas for city-shaping infrastructure projects.
• Upgrading and modernising community facilities and libraries; and
The next Group Meeting of the Nepean/Blue Mountains Prostate Cancer Support Group Inc. on Monday Night (15 August) at emu Sports Club will be quite different, as it will feature Terry McCallum presenting on what Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is, how to do it, the need for it and what defibrillation does to recovery chances of the victim and the need for more Public Access Defibrillators (PADs). Terry will be demonstrating all aspects of how to treat a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) and its after effects on the rescuer. Terry is well qualified to present on this topic, as he has had almost fifty years of teaching water rescue, pool lifeguards, first aid and advanced CPR techniques with the Royal Lifesaving Society. In addition, he spent 16 years as an industrial firstaider in London in factories, offices and building sites and is an Executive Member of the Australian Resuscitation Council. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn some very important techniques, which may some day help you save a life. As always, family and friends are welcome. 6.30pm for 7pm start.
The project proposals include:
• Creating safer cycling paths, pedestrian links and walking tracks to promote healthier lifestyles and allow more families to walk to school;
• Building new pools, sports fields, playgrounds, youth centers, multicultural centres and leisure and fitness centres. The $5 billion WestInvest program also includes $3 billion to deliver transformational projects that will benefit local communities, led by NSW Government agencies. The Budget committed $478.2 million from the $3 billion fund to modernise and upgrade nine public schools. Further projects funded under the WestInvest NSW Government allocation will be announced later this year. To find out more about WestInvest visit funding/westinvestwww.nsw.gov.au/grants-andwww.nepeansolar.com.au
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• Detergent
Lower Blue Mountains Club had decided to purchase 30 kits for the western Sydney Disaster Recovery Centre (wSDR) and it was resolved the three Penrith-based clubs would also each purchase 30 kits, bringing the total to 120 kits. An approach was made to Bunnings South Penrith to see if they could assist with the items needed. Bunnings were able to supply all of the items, except for detergent, which was sourced from Kitchen Vision, a local kitchen and bathroom renovation company. Sincere thanks to David lee, manager of Bunnings South Penrith, and Katie and Emanuel Bartolo of Kitchen Vision, for their assistance in making this program a success,” said Frank Portelli, international Service Director, Rotary Club of nepean inc. “The items were delivered to western Sydney Disaster Recovery Centre on Sunday 31 July and the coordinator and her team were most grateful for the donation from the four Rotary Clubs. “within minutes of delivery, the first 30 kits were on their way to help with the clean-up.”
Local Rotary Clubs unite for Flood Recovery Clean-Up
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• Bucket (10ltr Bunnings Pail bucket)
F ollowing a recent tri-club meeting of local Rotary Clubs (nepean, Penrith and Penrith Valley), along with Ag Paul Rogers, it was resolved the clubs would join with Past District Governor (PDG) Susan Wakefield, of lower Mountains Rotary Club, to assist in the purchase of ‘mops & buckets’ for the Hawkesbury region Flood Recovery clean-up. A quote was sought from a large cleaning wholesaler for the supply of 300 mops and buckets, which was cost prohibitive for the clubs at this early stage of the Rotary year.
Kerry Haviland (President - Rotary Club of Nepean), Frank Portelli, 2 ladies from the NSW Govt Disaster Recovery team, Heather Gwilliam OAM (Western Sydney Disaster Recovery Coordinator) and ThelmaPackingLyell.the cleaning kits
• 2 pairs of rubber gloves
After further discussion with PDg Susan, it was apparent what was needed was not mops and buckets but sets of cleaning equipment, which included the following:
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• Chux wipes (roll) • Scourers (multi pack)
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. Phoneinfo@roadmaptolife.com.au0493509142
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New multi-million dollar hall opened at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School S tuart ayreS MP, Member for Penrith has officially opened the new multi-million dollar hall at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts HighStuartSchool.Ayres said he was delighted to be at the school to see the completed multi-purpose hall. “It’s a great addition to Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School as it can be used for indoor sports, assemblies or performances. “As well as providing a unique sports and performance space, the upgrade includes sports and equipment storage rooms and toilets. It will benefit the school community for many years to come.”“Iam pleased to have completed another of my election commitments to ensure our local community has the best facilities.”Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said she was thrilled that the students can now use their new multi-purpose hall.“When I visited earlier this year I spoke with some students who were thrilled to be getting a new mutlipurpose hall. “I am so pleased that we were able to deliver this project for the community to use for generations to come.
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“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 Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School in western Sydney.”
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Minister for families and Communities Natasha Maclaren-Jones said the funding will support a range of services to help those who need it most.“This funding will not only support providers, it will enhance early intervention programs, provide access to vital services and improve workplace training,” Mrs MaclarenJones said. The NSW Government is focussing on supporting victim-survivors of domestic violence, committing $687 million in the 2021/22 Budget and a further $100 million in the 2022/23 Budget, towards the prevention of domestic, sexual and family violence and improving women’s safety across the community.
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the frontline workforce and improve access to family, domestic and sexual violence services. “In addition to the National Partnership with states and territories, the Australian Government will generate 500 new jobs for frontline and community sector organisations to address staffing shortages in shelters and crisis support services,” Minister Rishworth said. “This will mean better access to critical support services for victimsurvivors, including in regional, rural and remote areas. “One woman dies every ten days at the hands of her former or current partner. This is unacceptable and I’m committed to working with states and territories to end violence against women and children.”
MORE victim-survivors of domestic and sexual violence will receive critical support thanks to a $20 million funding boost announced by the NSW Government. The package announced is part of the joint $140 million commitment from the NSW Government and Commonwealth under the National Partnership on family, Domestic and Sexual Violence Responses 2021-23. Minister for Women’s Safety and the Prevention of Domestic and Sexual Violence Natalie Ward said this new funding will provide additional support to specialist frontline services across NSW, as well as trialling some innovative new programs.“Overhalf of the funding is for services that directly assist victimsurvivors, giving them the help they need to recover from their traumatic experiences and start a new chapter in their lives,” Mrs Ward said. “One of the projects being funded is a trial to provide women with support and services so that they feel safe during court proceedings, which will ensure that more domestic and family violence matters proceed. “A number of projects are focused on improving outcomes for Aboriginal women, through expanding existing programs and ensuring these communities have a seat at the table in the development of future policy.”
Plant a tree for Dad on Father’s Day
federal Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth thanked service providers for the work they do in supporting victim-survivors and said more will be done to boost
I f you’re looking for something to gift Dad for father’s Day, Penrith City Council’s annual Trees for Dad community tree planting event returns for its 4th year on Sunday 4 September at Corio Drive Reserve in St Clair, where community members are invited to plant trees and shrubs in celebration and honour of Dad.Everyone is invited to plant a tree in honour and celebration of their dad, grandfather, uncle or father-figure. The event will be divided into 30-minute sessions, with the first session starting at 8.30am and the last session at Registrations12pm.are essential to join the day; Council’s Bushcare team will be using the numbers to ensure they have enough trees and tags for participants to plant and write on. Register at penrith.city/events The event will be following a COVID safe plan to ensure all participants adhere to social distancing guidelines. The plan includes capping the 30-minute sessions and following COVID-safe measures. Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen expressed excitement for the event’s return and encouraged residents to register to plant a tree to remember and celebrate their dad. “Planting a tree is such a simple gesture to honour your dad, grandfather, uncle or a father-figure in your life and can be a very positive and meaningful experience to share with family and friends on father’s Day,” Cr Hitchen said. “When we held our successful Trees for Mum event on Mother’s Day this year, it was touching for the Bushcare team to hear wonderful stories from participants about why they had come to celebrate and honour their mum, and I hope that Trees for Dad continues to provide such a space to remember Dad. “Trees for Dad is not only a great way to gift Dad something special, but it’s an opportunity to learn about our local environment and help restore our endangered bushland by planting native trees or shrubs. “Council’s Bushcare team is looking forward to another great day planting trees and celebrating our local dads,” Cr Hitchen continued. Participants are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and a hat. Sunscreen will be available on the day. The native trees and shrubs available for planting are proudly provided by Council’s nursery. To ensure there are enough trees for everyone to plant and so the Penrith Council Bushcare team can coordinate the 30-minute sessions, please book your attendance by registering at penrith.city/events
$20 million funding boost to help victimsurvivors of domestic and sexual violence
Western NeWs AUGUST 18VIETNAM VETERANS DAY 11 NewsNepean 2022August12 335OWDIGIssue Vietnam Veterans Day: 18 August 2022
This is an opportunity for veterans to come together, to reflect on the bonds of mateship that held them together during the war and to pay their respects.
In the early years Australia’s participation in the war was not widely opposed. But as the commitment grew, as conscripts began to make up a large percentage of those being deployed and killed, and as the public increasingly came to believe that the war was being lost, opposition grew until, in the early 1970s, more than 200,000 people marched in the Magpie 91 You’ve lain within your fallen steed For nearly forty years But decades cannot wipe away The heartache and the tears For we tried to bring our warriors home At the end of that long fray But sadly two were to remain For we knew not where you lay You were not to question why The riddles of this war You proudly wore the uniform Of those who’d gone before But you were spared the painful mask Of those who had returned Who were to face a jeering crowd And our nation’s flag being burned. There are some who’ll say your name At sunset and at dawn And some will even see your ghosts In the mist of Anzac morn Your names are found on marble walls Of heroes most long gone But no-one ever leaves this life When the memories live on. Through the help of former foes Your sanctuary has been revealed For sweat and hope and tears pushed back What nature had concealed The mystery has been put aside We finally know the truth And found the place where you have slept In eternal youth. You’ll be met by your old mates Today well past their prime Who recall you as they were In that distant time For now beneath that jungle damp Your souls no longer roam You will lie in native soil Our Magpies have come home By Tomas H am ILTo N streets of Australia’s major cities in protest.Bythis time the United States Government had embarked on a policy of ‘Vietnamisation’ - withdrawing its own troops from the country while passing responsibility for the prosecution and conduct of the war to South Vietnamese forces. Australia too was winding down its commitment and the last combat troops came home in March 1972. The RAAF, however, sent personnel back to Vietnam in 1975 to assist in evacuations and humanitarian work during the war’s final days. Involvement in the war cost more than 500 Australian servicemen their lives, while some 3,000 were wounded, otherwise injured or were victims of illness. The South Vietnamese fought on for just over three years before the capital, Saigon, fell to North Vietnamese forces in April 1975, bringing an end to the war which by then had spilled over into neighbouring Cambodia and Laos. Millions lost their lives, millions more were made refugees and the disaster that befell the region continues to reverberate today. For Australia the Vietnam War was the cause of the greatest social and political dissent since the conscription referenda of the First World War.
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T he Vietnam War was the longest twentieth century conflict in which Australians participated; it involved some 60,000 personnel and grew from a limited initial commitment of 30 military advisers in 1962 to include a battalion in 1965 and finally, in 1966, a task force. each of the three services was involved, but the dominant role was played by the Army. After the cessation of combat operations in 1972, a limited number of Australian personnel remained in Vietnam, and elements of the RAAF returned in 1975, carrying out evacuations and assisting refugees almost until the moment of South Vietnam’s surrender.
Surgeons assemble for global success
Housed in the Community Connection Building, Henry Street, the December fire was devastating; what wasn’t destroyed by the fire was damaged by smoke. Faced with a herculean task of rebuilding the organisation after losing everything, the committee members made the hard and sad decision to retire and accepted voluntary closure – ending a 50 year era of supporting the Penrith Community. In the sadness of losing a community organisation a number of carefully selected, not-for-profit local charities were presented with a donation and have the joy of investing that money back into our community.ActiveCare Network was one of the fortunate beneficiaries and when asked “why us?” we were thrilled to hear the answer. When Grenville hurt himself two years ago and was unable to drive they used Active Care Network transport and were so impressed with our service and the kindness and consideration of our drivers was remembered. Thank you to the members of Penrith Community Aid and the volunteers; we are very grateful for your generosity and the amazing services and time you have given the people of Penrith.
A chApter in community services to the people of penrith closed this year, when penrith community Aid made the hard decision to accept voluntary closure after a fire destroyed the building they operated from in December last year.
A NeW academic forum is assembling the ultimate team of surgical minds to enhance research and practices across the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) andTheabroad.‘Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery’ is set to conduct research that changes the way doctors and students work to support the long-term benefit of enhancing patient care. With experts from a multitude of disciplines including neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, paediatric, urology, vascular and breast and endocrine surgeries, amongst others, the Institute is ready to put its years of collective knowledge into action. The Institute brings together new and exciting ideas to help create ground-breaking research. Clinical Director of Surgery at Nepean Hospital and Head of the Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery, Professor Mohamed Khadra AO says the formation of the Institute will see our doctors and students deliver on the world stage and continue to make NBMLHD a household name in health care. “The Institute brings together new and exciting ideas to help create ground-breaking research. Whether you are a doctor on the floor or a student learning their craft, there is a pathway for everybody to explore and succeed,” says Professor Khadra who is also the District’s Director of Innovation and Strategy.
Clinical Director of Surgery at Nepean Hospital and Head of the Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery, Professor Mohamed Khadra AO
Shirley and Grenville Satur, both in their 80’s, along with a team of volunteers, ran Penrith Community Aid as volunteers, operating the opportunity charity shop and providing food parcels from the funds raised by the op shop for those in need. All were happy to have been able to give back to the community. “Whether it was a grocery parcel, advice on where to get help or just for a chat, there are a lot of lonely people out there who need community help” said Shirley.
Founded in July 1972, by the Late Betty Hargreaves OAM and her husband Perc, Penrith community Aid has helped to meet the needs of the community for 50 years. The services varied over the years included before and after school care, long day care, a referral service, opportunity shop and a welcoming place for those who just needed a chat. As other charity organisations came into being, Penrith Community Aid’s services evolved.
Penrith Community Aid Service says goodbye
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The Institute is already making waves internationally with game changing research, having had several publications presented at conferences. Brooke Mao, a third-year medical student supervised by academics from the Institute, has conducted research into the risk factors for developing complications following appendicectomy for acute appendicitis. her research has already created discussion around altering guidelines for post-operative care and changed the way doctors manage something as common as appendicitis. Brooke is now making headlines as one of the youngest researchers set to talk at the prestigious World Congress of Surgery Conference in Vienna later this month. We want to ensure that the delivery of the next generation of health care has Nepean’s name written all over it. “This is just one example of the many opportunities the Institute can provide to budding researchers and doctors. We pride ourselves on innovation and education and we want to ensure that the delivery of the next generation of health care has Nepean’s name written all over it,” says Professor Khadra. After six months of operation the Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery will officially launch at the University of Sydney, Nepean clinical School on Tuesday, 16 August 2022. The Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery is a branch of the Nepean Foundation, a registered charity for medical research and education. To contribute to the Nepean Institute of Academic Surgery and help support surgical research please visit the Nepean Foundation website.
THIS WEEK in Three beautiful Tawny Frogmouths pose for a photo. 80s fashion was in overdrive last weekend, to support The Haven Nepean Women’sPenrithShelter.CBD’s monthly Coffee Catch Up! pictures Some well-deserved recognition for The Creative Fringe team following another successful knitting challenge! Michael Creed (who writes the recipes for us - Mike’s Pantry) was lucky enough to meet Olivia Newton-John in 2017. A great read! Melissa McIntosh MP recently hosted a visit from Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and we spotted a copy of Nepean News being read!
• Up to 10% of people with meningococcal disease die, even with rapid treatment.
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M eningococcal disease is a contagious disease caused by a bacterium called neisseria meningitidis (also known as meningococcal bacteria). it can develop quickly, and it can be fatal. anyone with a suspected meningococcal infection needs to see a doctor Meningococcalimmediately.disease is a medical emergency. it can kill within hours, so early diagnosis and treatment is vital. Do not wait for the purple rash to appear as that is a late stage of the disease.
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• Vaccination is the best way to prevent the spread. Symptoms and who is at risk The main symptoms of meningococcal disease are: • rash of red or purple pinprick spots, or larger bruise-like areas, that does not turn skin-coloured when you press on it with a finger or the side of a clear drinking glass headache Club disadvantaged
i n celebration of The Smith Family’s Centenary, Nepean-Evening VIEW Club is holding an Art Show on Saturday 3 September, 2022. The venue is the Guide hall on the corner of Hare Street and Moore Street Glenbrook. The Trefoil Guild has donated the venue for our exhibition. Inspired by The Heidelberg School 9 by 5 Impressionism Exhibition of 1889, members and friends have created artworks 9 inches by 5 inches or 22.5cm by 12.5 cm. These will be on exhibition and available for purchase for $20 each. The Art Show will be officially opened by Penrith Councillor Karen McKeown OAM at 7pm on Friday September 2nd. Councillor McKeown has been a strong supporter of Nepean- Evening VIEW club for many years. Entry on the Saturday is by gold coin donation and all proceeds from the Art Show will directly support disadvantaged Australian children through The Smith Family’s Learning For Life Program.
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• The characteristic rash does not always appear, or may appear late. Don’t wait for a rash. See symptoms? act fast.
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• Symptoms usually present suddenly and can get worse very quickly.
Meningococcal disease is a serious, sometimes fatal illness
• neck stiffness • light sensitivity • nausea or vomiting • diarrhoea • drowsiness and confusion • difficulty walking or talking Nepean-Evening VIEW
• It can affect anyone, but is more common in children under 5, and people aged 15-25.
For more information phone Secretary Jan Marshall on 0411 306 150 or email in babies and young children, you might notice they: • refuse food • are fretful and irritable • are very tired and floppy • have a fit or are twitchy • have a high moaning cry The signs and symptoms do not appear in a definite order and some may not appear at all. Meningococcal disease has many symptoms, some of which can be similar to other illnesses. act fast, don’t wait for the rash. Vaccinate to prevent Several vaccines against meningococcal disease are available in NSW. Consult your GP about the best option for you. Spread, diagnosis and treatment of meningococcal disease Meningococcal bacteria are passed from person to person, in the secretions from the back of the nose and throat. Meningococcal disease for health professionals Meningococcal disease is caused by a bacterial infection and can lead to serious illness. it is uncommon in NSW, and occurs more often in winter and spring. infants, small children, adolescents and young adults are most at risk. early treatment is vital.
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What happens when your dog ingests Xylitol? Xylitol causes hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar) in dogs, seizures, and death. If the dog does survive, it may have irreversible liver damage. Xylitol in dogs triggers the pancreas to release insulin. The excess insulin in the dog’s blood stream causes the body to use the blood sugars and results in hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). It is this hypoglycaemia that then results in the clinical signs of disorientation, weakness, and seizures. Signs of toxicity usually set in quickly (within 30 minutes) and may include the following: • Weakness & Ataxia (wobbliness
• Vomiting • Disorientation • Hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose)
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D ogS love peanut butter. Peanut butter is the holy grail of pill-hiding, lick mat treats and Kong toy stuffing. Freeze the stuffed Kong toys to make them last longer and your dog will think its Christmas while they lick and chew away until there is nothing left. But recently we have been made aware that not all peanut butter is created equal. As a pet parent, it’s vital that you buy the right peanut butter that is safe for your dogs to eat, based on the addition of xylitol to some peanut butter brands. We encourage pet owners to carefully read the ingredient labels on peanut butter jars to avoid the active ingredient xylitol. Please read the ingredient labels even if you have previously used this brand.Ifyou see xylitol listed as an ingredient, do not give it to your dog as a treat. Xylitol is an especially dangerous ingredient that is sometimes called “birch sugar,” so it’s important to be on the lookout for both of these terms in the ingredient list.
• Seizures • Coma Seek immediate veterinary care if your dog has eaten a product with xylitol in it. There are various alternatives to peanut butter. Almond butter, sunflower seed butter, and cashew butter are safe alternatives but may have a high fat content and should be given in moderation. Healthy peanut butter alternatives that can be stuffed into treat toys and aren’t derived from nuts include low-fat plain yoghurt, cream cheese and baby food. Remember that dog food treats and snacks should only make up 10% of your dog’s diet. The majority of your dog’s nutrients should come from its daily meals of dry food. For more information contact the team at Greencross Vet Coreen Ave on 4731 3055.
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Morning Melodies: Leading Men and a Leading Lady
Dr Gosetti’s work leads to a more inclusive and representative literary canon and highlights a new awareness of the crucial role of regional poets and poetry. She uses a new ‘transregional’ theoretical framework to revalue the potential of locality and place. Additionally, she provides a wealth of novel evidence in support of public debates aimed at bridging the urban-rural divide in Australia, France andOriginallybeyond. from Collio di Vobarno, a small town in the province of Brescia, in the north of Italy, Dr Gosetti’s impressive credentials include studying languages at the University of Bologna in Italy, the University of Oxford in the UK and interning at UNESCO (Headquarters, Paris). Creative Conversations brings specialists in music, theatre, poetry, creative writing, screen studies and history to engage with audiences in presentations that profile current projects, questions and investigations into the arts. From cyborg mermaids, 19th Century French provincial poets and Bourke Elders to rich and strange real lives writ large for the stage, this series will traverse fascinating territory, offering insights and learning along the way. In a relaxed after-work setting, audiences are invited to learn about their research and be inspired, piqued and challenged as the presenters explore the changing nature of arts and culture in Australia. Creative Conversations is presented by the University of New England Cultural and Creative Arts Network in partnership with The Joan. Poetry – creative conversations is on at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre on Thursday 18 August at 6:30pm. Duration 60 minutes. Tickets: FREE, Booking essential. events/poetry-creative-conversations/www.thejoan.com.au/
Additional dates in the series: • Weaving and Yarning – Lorina Barker & Michael Brogan - 29 September 6.30pm
• Theatre – Samuel Webster & Melita Royston - 24 November 6.30pm
Creative Conversations continue at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre P rovincial Poets and the Making of a nation is the second in a FREE four-part Creative Conversations series at The Joan. In this talk, Dr Valentina Gosetti, Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in French at UNE, aims to rediscover, document and analyse prominent regional voices swept aside by the powerful forces constructing national identity in nineteenth-century France.
T HIS month’s Morning Melodies is the extremely popular Leading Men and a Leading Lady, presenting the best of Australia’s stage and screen talents featuring Darryl Lovegrove, Derek Metzler, Scott Irwin and Danielle Barnes. They are the true stars of Les Miserable, Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Super Star, Beauty & The Beast and many more Australian productions.Charm,charisma, soaring vocals, amazing harmonies and beautiful costumes make this show a MUST see! All that, plus the fabulous musicians of the Greg Hooper Trio create an incredible audience experience. It’s not just a show. It’s an extravaganza. Morning Melodies: leading Men and a leading lady is on at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre on 24 August 2022 at 11am. Morning Tea is served from 10. Duration 90 minutes. Tickets: Pre-booked and paid $22. Purchase on the day $25. leading-men-a-leading-lady/www.thejoan.com.au/events/
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• Weaving Workshop – 30 September 5pm – 8pm
ENTERTAINMENT 19 NewsNepean 2022August12 335OWDIGIssue Sinclair’s Truffle Dinner T ruffle season is here and Sinclair’s Head Chef rishi Kapoor has created a rich and earthy seasonal 5-course menu full of flavour. If you haven’t yet had a meal at Sinclair’s, you are yet to sample the finest dining in Penrith.Situated upstairs at the stunning new Log Cabin Hotel, the food and service is exceptional. I organised a group of friends to dine there last weekend and we are still raving about how By KeRRI e DAVI e S Truffle Dinner 150pp + 75pp wine & cocktail pairing House crumpet, pressed corn, truffle honey, black truffle 2022 Nick Spencer Pinot Gris Black truffle, ricotta & cavolo nero raviolo, beurre noisette, pecorino 2022 Nick Spencer Gruner Veltliner Hawksbury Mulloway, black truffle & mussel cream* 2021 Nick Spencer Light Dry Red Angus beef cheek*, truffled Paris mash, local winter vegetables 2021 Nick Spencer Medium Dry Red Zokoko chocolate fondant, hazelnut praline, truffle ice cream Espresso Martini, Distillery Botanica Vodka, Mr Black, Espresso, Central Coast * Vegetarian option available delicious it was! I thoroughly recommend it. The perfect time to give it a try is Truffle Night, which is coming up on August 17. Sinclair’s will take you on a journey of our local community and farmers who make up each dish, explain the Pialligo Truffle Farm family history and introduce you to Nick Spencer, an Award Winning Australian Wine Maker. All guests will enjoy a 2021 Nick Spencer Petillant Natural on arrival with amusebouche.Sinclair’scan’t wait to welcome you to the first of many seasonal dinners! www.thelogcabin.com.au To make a booking phone 4729 3222 Lakeside Restaurant Sydney international Regatta Centre gate a, old Castlereagh Rd, penrith Lakes 12th August www.lakesiderestaurant.com.au dinner & show with magician of the year jack daniels 3 Course Meal (a la carte choices) & show $69
Penrith Gaels Celebrates 25 years
P enrith Gaels had its humble beginnings in the early 70’s with the formation of a Gaelic football team. A few dedicated people decided to run dances to fund this team. From then it has gone from strength to strength with the establishment of a hurling side and by the early 80’s they had formed a very successful school of irish Dancing, social Golf Club, Soccer teams and a Drama School. Penrith Gaels also boasted a travel club, which helped their members save for a trip home to ireland. Around about this time Penrith Gaels changed its name to ‘Penrith Gaels Cultural and Sporting Association Limited’. even way back then, the Penrith Gaels Committee along with their members had high aspirations of building club premises in the area. Fund raising dances were held on a monthly basis in local halls. through the 80’s and 90’s the above sub clubs maintained a very competitive standard in their fields. The social and fund raising dances continued and we also held our very successful biannual ‘ireland Over here’ Festivals at Penrith football Stadium. these festivals were attended by the Penrith community and people from all over nSW.itwasn’t until the mid 90’s that the current premises became available. At that time they were known as the ‘Kingswood Squash Courts’. the committee along with the extremely helpful Mt isa irish Association decided to purchase the building. We began our renovations early in 1997 and to the credit of all our voluntary labour, both men and women who gave up their weekends and evenings, our beautiful club was finally opened in August 1997. Since then, we have hosted many a function and celebration for the community, family and friends. now, 25 years on we invite you to come and celebrate with us over the weekend beginning on Friday 26th August 2022 through to Sunday 28th August 2022. We have great entertainment and promotions each night and look forward to seeing you around the Club. 4722
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W illiam Faithfull was born in Hampshire, England in 1774. He arrived in NSW on the “Pitt” as a Private in the New South Wales Corps, Captain Joseph Foveaux’s company in February 1792. in 1795 after being ordered by Quartermaster Thomas laycock to shoot one of John Boston’s pigs that was trespassing on Captain Foveaux’s land he was sued by John Boston but both laycock and Faithful were found liable for the damages. On his discharge from the army in 1799 he was employed by Foveaux in the management of his farms and when Foveaux left the colony in 1801 he settled part of his flock on William who became a farmer when he received a grant of 25 acres at Petersham Hill and a further 1000 acres at liberty Plains. William married Susannah Pitt by Samuel marsden in November 1804 at St Johns Church Parramatta with the permission of His Excellency Philip Gidley King, in the presence of Thomas and Hester Pitt who both signed the register. William made his X mark and Susannah signed the register as ‘Susanna Pitt’. in January 1805 an accident happened at Richmond Hill where he fell on the prongs of a pitchfork that entered the lower part of his belly and passing upwards through his right side that could have killed him, but he recovered. The grant at liberty Plains in 1808 was made on a recommendation by lord Nelson in favour of William’s wife Susannah who was a daughter of mary Pitt, née matcham a relation of lord Nelson. Governor macquarie regranted the land to William at liberty Plains in 1811 and William later exchanged it for better land at Jordan Hills in the Richmond district where he became a prominent settler gradually extending his holdings, also, in June 1805 in the Court of Civil Jurisdiction an action was brought by James morris against William to recover damages for passing around false information to damage his character. James stated that he had for a length of time maintained a friendly demeaner with William, who was residing at the Hawkesbury but had found a home in Sydney in his house without any charge whatsoever, but sometime since William had the misfortune to receive violent harm from which it was said that he was not likely to recover, and as soon as James heard of the accident he went to the Hawkesbury to find that William had happily recovered and had gone to Sydney and put up again at his house as before. after William’s return to the Hawkesbury, James heard that William had contrived an account against him to the amount of £200 and more, whereas upon checking the accounts James found there appeared to be nothing due on either side and he concluded by saying that as a person in trade his reputation was injured by the accusations that found its way throughout the different settlements which could only be wiped away by this enquiry into its origin and called for evidence to prove that William had said that “he was somewhat alarmed to hear at Sydney that at the time of his dangerous illness, James or somebody belonging to him had positively affirmed that he had him for upwards of £200 that his property was sufficient to satisfy.” William admitted having used such expressions but would prove they were not fabricated by him, having been circulated and mentioned to him by a respectable person who, being called upon by William, admitted it. The report was then traced to various persons, who anxious to rid themselves of the burden, pitched it on the shoulders of others who followed their example in disposing of it until it fell upon an eight-year-old child who, when challenged by her parents, totally denied it. The Court thought it time to interfere and firmly demanded of James what his chief end was bringing it to court?. Had it been for the recovery of damages? as none had been made to appear, and William had given up sufficient proof that the scandal had not originated with him. if however, he only sought to rescue his character from gross and villainous imputation, he had effectually done so by running down the calamity and prohibiting the shadow of presumption, that it could have been sanctioned by any such expressions from himself or any of his family. William was ready to do every justice to James who he always esteemed and made a declaration which was accepted as satisfactory. Court adjourned with each paying his own court costs. in 1820 Susannah died and he married Susannah’s sister but that marriage was annulled, then he married margaret Thompson of Bringelly in November 1821. margaret died in July 1842 then William went on to marry maria the eldest daughter of archibald Bell of Belmont in June 1843 by special license at St Peters Church Richmond. William died of disease in april 1847 aged 73 and maria in may 1859. He is buried in St Peter’s cemetery, Richmond with his three wives. in 1826/27 anthony and Elizabeth Rope occupied land on William Faithful’s property that was near the junction of Ropes Creek and South Creek and between Shanes Park and Dunheved. They were still farming there in 1828 and at that time had 11 acres of land, all cleared and cultivated and five horned cattle. The area is now known as the suburb of `Ropes Crossing’ and the creek is called “Ropes Creek” (a small tributary east of South Creek) The `Gazetteer of NSW 1866’ described the area as a small agricultural village situated on Ropes Creek three miles west of Hebersham or Eastern Creek. There were two hotels “The Farmers Home” and the “Wheat Sheaf”. The surrounding country was generally flat and the population was employed on the various agricultural farms in the district. Elizabeth died in 1837 and is buried next to her son William and granddaughter Eliza Frost in Castlereagh Cemetery, Church lane, Castlereagh. anthony died in april 1843 at Castlereagh and is buried next to Elizabeth. His headstone no longer exists but that of Elizabeth remains, located in the middle of the cemetery. Note: The Fellowship of First Freeters placed a plaque on Elizabeth’s headstone in a ceremony in October 1985 and as a descendent of their daughter Susannah i was there. later a headstone for anthony was provided in 1994. We now know that Ropes Crossing is named after the family who came as convicts but left as a respected farming family.
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Sources: Historical Records of Australia, Australian Dictionary of Biography, Pioneer Families of Australia, State Library of New South Wales C. H. Bertie, The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser, Memorials To The Governor, 1810-1826, Australian Royalty website.
An Interesting Life
Photo courtesy of Faithfull Family collection
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SMSP hosts Round 5 of State Championship
This year’s competition consists of 7 Supersprint rounds held at SMSP and Wakefield Park, between March and october. The series has classes for pre-1985 cars, modern and contemporary cars, modified road cars and purpose-built race cars. Current Member Clubs are the Austin Healey owners Club, Club Lotus Australia, Jaguar drivers Club of Australia, MG Car Club, Sydney, MG Car Club newcastle, Morgan owners Club of Australia, Sprite Car Club of Australia and the Triumph Sports owners Association. The Sprite Car Club of Australia (Inc) Inc. has the honour of being the oldest continuously running Sprite and Midget club in the world. The annual Council of Motor Clubs’ Shannons Sydney Classic is also being held at SMSP on Sunday. over 1,800 Veteran & Classic vehicles, from over 150 clubs, will be on display and on parade, including cars, motorbikes, scooters, military vehicles, police vehicles, ambulances and fire engines. The event will be held - rain, hail or shine. This year recognises a number of Motor Car Anniversaries, including 100 years of the Austin 7, 70 years of the Australian Racing drivers Club (ARdC), 60 years of the Lotus Elan, 50 years of the Fiat X1/9, 50 years of the Marina, 50 years of the HQ Holden, 50 years of the Mercedes Benz Club and 50 years of the Studebaker Car Club. The Shannons Sydney Classic begins at 10am, Sunday August 14, 2022.
Photos courtesy of Steve Koen Touring, Sports Sedans, SuperSports, Production Sports, HQ Holdens, Superkarts, Formula Race Cars and RX-8PracticeCup. for all competitors was held on Friday 5th August, followed by eight qualifying events and nine races on Saturday, then another qualifying event on Sunday, followed by a further 19 races. Round Six is scheduled to be held at Wakefield Park on September 17th/18th, with Round Seven back at SMSP on october 29th/30th. Full results of Round Five can be viewed at au/results/#2http://racing.natsoft.com.
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Morgan Supersprint & Shannons Sydney Classic at SMSP R ound 5 of the Combined Sports Car Association (CSCA) Series 2022 will be held this Saturday (13th August) on the Gardner Circuit, Sydney Motorsport Park (SMSP) and is being hosted by the Morgan owners’ Club. Established in 1972, the CSCA is an inter-club motorsport competition, typically run over 6 to 8 rounds per calendar year. The competition encourages and supports novice competitors, women in motorsport and first-timers, as well as seasoned-racers and old-timers.
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T HE 2022 Motorsport Australia nSW Motor Race Championship is being held over seven rounds, with Round Five being held last weekend (6th/7th August) at Sydney Motorsport Park (SMSP). The first 3 rounds of the year were held respectively at Wakefield Park on February 26th/27th, SMSP on April 9th/10th, Wakefield Park on May 14th/15th and SMSP on June 25th. Categories in the championships include Formula Vee, Formula Ford, Improved Production, Production Action from the Round 5 weekend of action at the Australian Motorsport Aust State Championship at SMSP. Photos by Noel Rowsell (www.photoexcellence.com.au)Classiccarsinactio.
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Woolooware conquers Springwood in final of Master Pennant competition S CCpringwoodhasfallenat the final hurdle in the 2022 golf nSw Master Pennant competition, beaten 6-2 by Woolooware in the Division 3 Final, which was played on Sunday at Leonay GC. Sal Ballard had the sole win for Springwood, whilst Dave Limbach and Mark Smith both halved their respective matches to give Springwood its second point. In two agonisingly close results, which had the potential to swing the result in favour of Springwood, Rob Bradley and Damien Richards each lost by the narrowest of margins (1-down). Woolooware won the remaining three games on the day, taking this year’s Pennant flag. Both teams have won promotion to Division Two in 2023.Sal Ballard won 2&1 over Wayne Sampson, Dave Limbach drew with Greg Soames, Mark Smith drew with Andrew Crosby, Rob Bradley lost 1-down to Mike Hurley, Damien Richards lost 1-down to Phil McCall, Chris Arundell lost 2&1 to Jamie Cook, Scott Wells lost 3&2 to Dave Gray and Tim Egan lost 6&4 to Mitch Rugless.Round 4 of the Eric Apperly Shield Pennant competition featured another strong performance from Stonecutters Ridge in Section 2, defeating New South Wales 3.5-2.5. In Section 3 results, Richmond fell 6-0 to St Michael’s.T.L.Warren
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Pennant resultsGlenmore Heritage Valley defeated Springwood 3-0, Antill Park defeated Wallacia 3-0, Campbelltown defeated Leonay 3-0, Lakeside defeated Penrith 2-1, Fox Hills drew 1.5-1.5 with Stonecutters Ridge, Richmond defeated Muirfield 3-0. W. Gibson Pennant resultsCampbelltown defeated Leonay 2-1, Antill Park defeated Wallacia 2-1, Fox Hills defeated Stonecutters 2-1 and Lakeside defeated Penrith 3-0.
O ffromfficialsBasketballijireceived a boost prior to the fiji cup, with a dedicated workshop empowering local participants to facilitate basketball competition in the region.Building professional capabilities and enabling national federations to organise fiBa events are two core pillars in the fiBa strategic objectives, which include empowering national federations.DebbieKeirs (Werrington county) worked for Basketball NsW for 13 years and still volunteers for them, along with Basketball australia and the NBl as an accredited fiBa referee instructor and fiBa accredited score table official, Debbie travelled to fiji to deliver the workshop and firmly believes that development opportunities such as this play a valuable part in shaping basketball communities.“Thereare so many ways that people can contribute to and be a part of the basketball family,” Debbie said. “Development of officials is an area where many people can have a positive impact on both participation andWhilstgrowth.” acknowledging the challenges of officiating, Debbie sees the potential for officials to develop valuable skills on and off the court. “My hope is the ongoing education, development, support and mentoring that each official instructor can provide helps improve individual resilience, whilst supporting the growth of basketball in the region,” Debbie said. she also commented on her experience with Basketball fiji as a positive step, with highly engaged participants a great reflection of basketball growth in the country. “it was a pleasure to work with everyone that attended the fiji Cup,” Debbie said. “All the officials who attended the pre-competition workshop, some of whom were players and score table officials, were very engaged and actively participated in all sessions. all participants were encouraged to ask lots of questions, embracing the opportunity to seek further comment and information.
cONsTrucTiON is underway to replace the existing ched Towns reserve amenities building in Glenmore Park with a new facility. The existing building will be replaced with a modern facility designed for a range of sports groups including four change rooms for players, a change room for officials, canteen, storage, accessible toilets, first aid and administration areas. council will also construct an additional public toilet to service the adjacent playspace, and will undertake landscaping works, including tree planting.Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen said this project was the latest of several amenities building upgrades across the city. “More than 10,000 members from local clubs including the Glenmore Park Brumbies Junior rugby league football club, Penrith District Junior rugby league, Glenmore Park cricket club, Penrith Junior cricket association, and Nepean District cricket association will soon be able to enjoy a facility that suits their needs,” cr Hitchen said.The upgrade is being funded by council in partnership with the NsW Government through the Office of Sport’s Greater Cities Sports Facilities fund. The Glenmore Park Brumbies Junior rugby league football club are also contributing to the works.Member for Mulgoa Tanya Davies said she is so pleased to see construction is now underway for the ched Towns reserve amenities building in Glenmore Park. “The NsW Government together with Penrith city council and Glenmore Park Brumbies Junior rugby league football club have committed to create this facility for the community to enjoy a high-quality sports infrastructure,” Mrs Davies said. “The new amenities block will benefit local sporting groups and the community by providing a modernised and purpose-built facility.” council has upgraded nine buildings over the past two years to meet national and state sporting facility guidelines, with a further nine upgrades getting underway this year. This project was identified through Council’s sport and recreation strategy, which is a 15-year road map for the future provision of sport, play, recreation and open space across the city. for more information visit penrith.city/spros
Local FIBA official leads Basketball Workshop in Fiji
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Debbie Keirs in Fiji with workshop attendees from Fiji Basketball. Photo supplied by FIBA developing and it was a pleasure to work with all the participants. Basketball fiji is very keen to support the education of officials and grow the referee community.” Debbie’s contribution to the region also supports FIBA’s strategic priority of Women in Basketball, to develop and leverage female coaches and officials. Executive Director – Oceania, amanda Jenkins, said “The growth of female engagement on and off the court across the region is positive. all 22 federations in Oceania are striving to include and develop female basketball participation, both on and off the court. With increased opportunities for female players, officials, and volunteers to be involved in basketball, we look forward to seeing this upward trendBasketballcontinue.”fiji is supported by fiBa, the fiBa foundation and the australian Government through Team up.
New amenities building for Ched Towns Reserve
“The range of officials was diverse, some with minimal experience, some with more extensive experience. Everyone was open to learning and
Royce kicked off fundraising for Dementia Australia with a highly publicised 300km walk from Gooloogong to Penrith in May, however his fight didn’t stop there.
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By Panthers Media The official home loan provider of the Panthers, Bluestone Home Loans was partnered with the Royce againstThursday’sFoundationSimmonsatgametheStorm at BlueBet Stadium.
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With over 91,000 people being diagnosed with Dementia each year, Royce is continuing his campaign through the Royce Simmons Foundation. How can you get involved? Bluestone Home Loans will match all donations from members and fans made between 4:00pm – 11:59pm on Thursday 11 August dollar for dollar, up to a whoppingDonating$10,000.*iseasy.Find the Bluestone team inside the gates on Thursday or donate from home via roycesbigwalk. com.au Bluestone believes that home loans should be simple, personal and able to meet borrowers’ changing financial needs. Since launching in 2000, they’ve helped nearly 50,000 Aussies buy or refinance their properties. Bluestone borrowers come in all shapes and sizes, they know from experience that one size doesn’t fit all. Bluestone helps people who are:
Bluestone joins forces with the Royce Simmons Foundation
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