You’ve probably read, or seen on Tv, the story of the scarcity of real Christmas trees again this year.
But emu Plains Lions will again sell ‘real’ Christmas trees on Sat 3rd December 2022, at Lions Park, emu Plains.
The trees are being sourced from oberon and
will be delivered at approx. 6:30 am on the day and offloaded from the truck.
Customers will be asked to queue and the 100 trees will be sold on a first come / first served basis until sold out.
The trees are $45 each ... CASH oNLY The net proceeds from the sale of the trees will go to Ronald McDonald House at Nepean Hospital.
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Blue Tree Project is a charity and its mission is to help start difficult conversations, encourage people to speak up when battling mental health concerns, and kick the stigma about mental health.
“By spreading the blue paint, along with the message ‘It’s Ok To Not Be Ok’, we can help break down that stigma,” said Peter Todd.
“Painting the tree along the Great River Walk is an encouragement to people from all walks of life to take
the first step in mental health by talking.
“This is a great spot for the Blue Tree, as it will be passed by thousands of people.
“We thank Penrith City Council for their support and permission in this project. Everyone has a story to tell and unless we walk and talk to each other, we will lose friends or family to mental health. Check in a friend / mate, family member each day, even if it’s only one person.”
Penrith’s own nepean regional security! Yes, affectionately known as nrs, owned by the fabulous Gina Field, has taken out one of the most prestigious awards in the country.
nrs has been named Champion services at the inaugural Australian Women’s small Business Champion Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony held last weekend at the star, with over 1,000 guests in attendance.
For the first time, Precedent Productions decided to shine a dedicated spotlight on the high standard of excellence women in small business demonstrate across the nation.
And what an outstanding choice they made in Gina Field and nrs. For almost a quarter of a century, Gina has lead an exceptional team of security professionals. A trailblazer in what is usually a male-dominated field, Gina has been kicking goals and collecting awards since she began her operation from a humble room in her home.
“there were over 2500 entries and about 12 finalists in my category,” Gina said.
“i could not believe it when our name was called out and the award meant something so much more to me.
“i was on stage and realised that i had just won the most prestigious award in Australia for my baby - nrs it was extremely surreal in all honesty and for once I was actually lost for words.”
Gina is often called on as a public speaker in the local area. her raw bones approach to speaking
about the joys of running a small business is always funny and relatable. she’s not one to sugar-coat things and this makes her a popular choice at many functions.
“it’s been a hard road , i am not going to liethere are days where i wish i could close the doors and just walk away from it all and know what it is like to have a normal life,” Gina quipped, “What is normal? I work 365 days a year!”
“i have worked so hard for 24 years and yes i am exhausted and yes i am burnt out, but, it’s been an amazing journey and the amazing people and staff i have met along the way have built up this company, there are so many.
“i am so proud and i look at the beautiful statue that says - You lady, run the best security company in Australia!
“All the staff at nrs - i cant thank you enough for being my rock and amazing.
“And of course Paul- my husband - my biggest supporter! he has endured a lot through this crazy journey!”
Congratulations Gina and the team at nepean regional security, this publication and its readers are so proud of you!
CounCil is renewing the heart of Kingswood through the delivery of streetscape improvements to the eastern side of Bringelly Road as part of the nSW Government’s Your High Street program. Works have now commenced and weather permitting, are due for completion by the end of December 2022.
From the Great Western Highway to the trading area opposite Wainwright Park, the works include widening of the footpath, new seating and bins, new planting and canopy trees, installation of public art, improvements at the station forecourt area and completion of the Pedestrian lighting network.
Council received over $925,000 in grant funding for the project through the Your High Street program. The project built on the success of the learnings and temporary trials held as part of the nSW Government’s Places to love program. The new works focus on enhancing the village feeling at the core of Kingswood to help build community connection, economic growth and suburb vibrancy.
Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen said the Bringelly Road works are a key part of Council’s 10-year Think Bold Kingswood Place Plan which aims to continuously shape the future of the suburb.
“The Bringelly Road works are part of Council’s long-term vision to ensure Kingswood is a safe and welcoming place, and a neighbourhood that supports the wellbeing of a diverse community and a thriving local business sector,” Cr Hitchen.
in September 2021, Council consulted with more than 130 Kingswood residents and businesses via a co-design workshop to guide the design of the works. Participants showed strong support for
using colour and character to improve Kingswood’s public spaces and streetscape.
The work is being undertaken in stages, starting with the replacement of the existing concrete footpath followed by trenching, the installation of new electrical light poles, landscaping and street furniture.
The project is funded by the nSW Government’s Your High Street grant program which supports councils across nSW to make permanent improvements to the functionality and amenity of their high streets.
“These innovative and creative projects will allow people to dine under the stars and create spaces to relax and connect, which will support local business operators as they bounce back from the pandemic,” Kiersten Fishburn, Deputy Secretary, Cities and Active Transport said.
“We’re reimagining our streets as better places for people, which will drive an increase in foot traffic and bring the community together to enjoy the vibrancy our state has to offer.”
For further information, visit: yoursaypenrith. com.au/renewingtheheartofkingswood
Stuart ayreS MP, Member for Penrith welcomes the announcement that the NSW Government will ease the pressure on patients who find it difficult to get an appointment with a GP, by making it easier to access more medications through a local pharmacy.
Stuart Ayres said the reform will expand the number of vaccinations pharmacists can administer, trial pharmacists prescribing medication for urinary tract infections and also develop a pilot for trained pharmacists to prescribe medications for a range of other conditions.
“These ground-breaking reforms aim to relieve pressure on emergency departments and wait times to see a GP by giving our community more access to primary care services,” Stuart Ayres said.
“Today’s announcement is yet another innovative way in which the NSW Liberals and Nationals in Government are delivering reforms to combat the pressures currently facing health systems across the nation.”
the NSW Government will increase the community’s access to primary care through:
• Authorising pharmacists to administer a wider range of public health and travel vaccinations from 14 November 2022, including Japanese Encephalitis, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, Poliomyelitis, Typhoid and Zoster.
• Funding a 12-month trial to evaluate
allowing pharmacists to prescribe medication for urinary tract infections; and
• Supporting a state wide pilot where appropriately trained pharmacists can prescribe medications for certain conditions, such as skin ailments, ear infections, and hormonal contraception.
Stuart Ayres said that the COVID-19 pandemic provided a prime example of just how vital of a role local pharmacists play in keeping the community safe and well.
“Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic many of us opted to visit our local and trusted pharmacist to receive a vaccine,” Stuart Ayres said.
“Following the implementation of today’s announcement, the community will be able to visit an appropriately trained pharmacist to get a script for things like a urinary tract infection or birth control, easing the burden on our local GPs and reducing wait times for others that require more specialised care.”
NSW Health will work with pharmacists to support the expansion of the vaccination program with education modules and materials for both themselves and their customers.
NSW pharmacists are currently able to administer six vaccines, including COVID-19 and influenza vaccines.
An expression of interest process for participation in the urinary tract infection trial commenced on 14 November 2022.
Stuart ayreS MP, Member for Penrith encourages Penrith residents to nominate local people or events that helped to shape the rich heritage of the State in the second round of the $5 million NSW Blue Plaques program.
Stuart ayres said the program is a fantastic opportunity for communities to learn about and celebrate local heritage.
“this initiative is all about recognising the eclectic characters, personalities and important public figures that have made or become part of the history of our state,” Stuart ayres said.
“I encourage people to research the Penrith region’s local history and nominate diverse and unique individuals and stories for a Blue Plaque in the second nominations round.
“the second round of nominations for Blue Plaques is now open and closes on 21 December 2022.”
to be eligible, each Blue Plaque must meet eligibility criteria and go through an extensive fact-checking process carried out by independent
historians to verify the story behind the Plaque.
Minister for Heritage James Griffin said the second round of nominations opens as 14 new Blue Plaques are announced.
“Our newest 14 Blue Plaques recipients are an eclectic mix of people, events and stories that helped shape our State,” Mr Griffin said.
“among them, we have australia poet and author Dorothea Mackellar who, at the age of 19, wrote the words we all know and love, ‘I love a sunburnt country, a land of sweeping plains’.
“We’re recognising the 1965 Freedom ride, which was pivotal in highlighting the racial discrimination experienced by aboriginal people,
challenging a ban on aboriginal exservicemen at the Walgett returned Services League, and local laws barring aboriginal children from the Moree and Kempsey swimming pools.
“We’re celebrating the life of Dr thomas Fiaschi, who migrated to australia from Italy at the age of 22, and went on to become a pioneering surgeon whose expertise significantly improved the survival rate of patients after surgery.
“the 35 Blue Plaques announced so far are just the beginning of this fantastic program, which is reinvigorating community connections with our rich NSW heritage.”
the previously announced 21 Blue Plaques are currently being installed in locations including albury, Wagga Wagga and Canowindra, and the 14 new Plaques will be installed in 2023, with exact locations to be revealed when they’re installed.
For more information on Blue Plaques recipients, installation locations, and to find out how to nominate a Blue Plaque, visit the Blue Plaques website.
OrganisatiOns across western sydney with projects that empower women and promote their wellbeing are encouraged to apply for the nsW government’s $1 million investing in Women Funding Program.
Member for Mulgoa, tanya Davies invited organisations across metro and regional nsW to apply for funding under the latest round of the investing in Women Funding Program.
“the nsW government is championing women and girls right across western sydney and removing barriers for women to enter, stay and return to work,” Mrs Davies said.
Minister for Women Bronnie taylor said the investing in Women Funding Program will support increasing women’s workforce participation.
“i encourage organisations to develop projects that advance the role, status and
contributions of women and girls in the electorate of Mulgoa,” Mrs taylor said.
“We know when women thrive, nsW thrives.”
since 2013, the investing in Women Funding Program has provided more than $3.3 million to more than 100 projects that support women and girls in nsW. the nsW government increased funding under this program to $1 million from this year.
Past projects include a targeted workplace employer program to facilitate employers to be able to provide flexible opportunities for those with endometriosis, and a mentoring program for girls interested in entering the trades sector.
Funding applications close on sunday 27 november 2022, 11:59pm (aEDt).
For more information and details on how to apply, head to: www.nsw.gov.au/grantsand-funding/investing-women-fundingprogram
PEnrith City Council has honoured the Queen’s 70 years of service to australia and the Commonwealth by planting 28 new trees in robinson Park, Jamisontown.
a commemorative event was held at the park this week, with dignitaries including Penrith Mayor tricia hitchen, Member for Lindsay Melissa Mcintosh MP, and school captains from nearby Jamisontown Public School helping to plant the first few trees.
Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen said the tree planting was a fitting legacy of her Majesty’s lifetime of service.
“her Majesty reigned as Queen for over 70 years, making her our longest-serving monarch,” Cr hitchen said.
“these trees will serve as a reminder of her dedication to australia and will also enhance the shade canopy of the park, ensuring it can be enjoyed by the community throughout the year.” this project received funding from the australian government’s Planting trees for the Queen’s Jubilee Program.
Federal Member for Lindsay Melissa Mcintosh MP said she was moved by the messages of affection from locals for our late Queen.
“it’s great that our community now has somewhere in Lindsay that will serve as a lasting tribute to a remarkable individual.”
the tree planting complements Council’s relocation and upgrade of the robinson Park playspace, which was completed in late 2021. the new playspace features a variety of play equipment, bench seating, an accessible picnic table with shelter, shade sails and landscaping.
For many, a Rose trial Garden (ECrtG) means just that. it is where roses are submitted by hybridizers, nurseries, etc. to be grown over a period of time and assessed on how they deal with growing conditions in a particular area. the roses being trialled are mainly Australian Bred roses, as well as some exotics (overseas hybridizers).
the East Coast trial Garden was initially a dream, as both South Australia and Queensland had trial gardens for many, many years.
The local project finally came to fruition, after the Rose Society of nsW inc. preferred not to support a trial garden, and Richard Walsh and Doug Hayne organised the alternative in 2019. originally a site was found at Kincumber with the sisters of st Joseph’s. For various reasons it wasn’t successful and a new venue was sought after the initial trials were completed.
An area was found at Winbourne, Mulgoa and a garden manager was appointed. rose Bed 1 was planted with eleven cultivars/varieties. Like most projects, it had teething problems and in January 2022, Doug took over as garden manager. Ausrose
Promotions provides sponsorship for a gardener, who has maintained the gardens and has built the garden bed structures.
Melissa McIntosh MP, Federal Member for Lindsay, issued invitations to community organisations to apply for a Community Federal grant through a submission application. Glynis Hayne put together a submission and sent it to the appropriate body. the ECrtG inc. was successful in receiving a grant to build the garden beds and various other infrastructure items.
Mrs McIntosh officially opened the garden on 12 november 2022. Dignitaries in attendance were senator Marise Payne (Patron of the ECRTG Inc.), Councillor Ross Fowler, with other guests including steve Falcioni (ABC Gardening
Journalist), Ken Smith (International Registrar for Clivias), Bruce Higgs (President international Plant Propagation Society), Ruth Walsh (President, ECRTG Inc.), Richard Walsh (Hon. Secretary, ECRTG Inc.), Doug Hayne (Vice-President, ECRTG Inc. and AusRose), Bro Jeff regan (representing the Edmund Rice Christian Bros), ECRTG Inc. committee members, visiting rosarians and friends of the garden.
A presentation of Australian Bred Roses was made to Melissa, with 15 varieties of five Australian hybridizers, as well as the book by Queenslander Paul Hains ‘Growing roses’.
others to be acknowledged are sponsors AusRose, Walsh Roses, the Federal Government for Greater Communities Funding, Knight’s
Trophies, Friends of the Garden, the Edmund rice Christian Bros and Neutrog, who through Paul Dipuglia supplies the products for the garden.
Due to the inclement weather of the past few months, the roses have struggled due to excessive water saturation and damage from rabbits. Measures are in place to protect the roses from the rabbits and the garden will fulfill its purpose of trialling roses.
the garden is situated at Winbourne, the Edmund Rice Retreat and Conference Centre, 1315 Mulgoa Road, Mulgoa. The ECRTG Inc. has a website where you can see the progression of the roses in the gardens.
www.eastcoastrosetrialgarden.com
ConstruCtion on the new Mulgoa rural Fire Brigade station has entered the final stages, with the $1.4 million redevelopment set to be complete in time for summer.
Minister for Emergency services and resilience steph Cooke said the new building will consist of a threebay station, amenities, change rooms and a large training space.
“the Brigade’s former two-bay station was no longer fit-for-purpose and could only accommodate two of its three appliances,” Ms Cooke said.
“The new station, being built on
the site of the previously outgrown building, will continue to provide fire coverage to the Mulgoa community, whilst also assisting neighbouring Brigades by facilitating meeting and training activities.”
Member for Mulgoa tanya Davies said the nsW Government is committed to providing volunteers with the facilities and equipment they need to carry out their roles safely and effectively.
“i thank the almost 50 active members of this Brigade who continue to protect our community
from grass and bush fires, as well as a whole range of incidents like car accidents and storm responses,” Mrs Davies said.
“We’ve had our fair share of storms, floods and bush fires here in Western sydney and i am very grateful to our volunteer emergency service personnel who serve our community each and every day.”
nsW rural Fire service (rFs) Cumberland District Manager, Superintendent Angelo Baldo, said the Mulgoa Brigade’s members are committed to helping their fellow
residents 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
“the construction of this new station will enhance our ability to support communities in the Cumberland Zone and beyond,” Superintendent Baldo said.
“We also thank the families, friends, employers and colleagues of these and all of our volunteers. We know it takes their ongoing support and patience which in turn enables nsW rural Fire service volunteers to do what they do to save lives and property.”
Stuart ayreS MP, Member for Penrith welcomes the announcement that 5 seniors from Penrith have put pen to paper, detailing extraordinary tales of triumph and tragedy in the latest edition of Seniors’ Stories
Seniors’ Stories, Volume 8 was recently launched and contains stories from 100 NSW seniors.
Stuart ayres said he has been overwhelmed with the literary talent of seniors across Penrith. Having 5 of the 100 from Penrith is a wonderful achievement.
“Our talented wordsmiths in Penrith have the most incredible stories to tell and it is wonderful to see them shared in Seniors’ Stories,” Stuart ayres said.
Local authors and their stories include:
• Paul Ryan - My Back Lane
• Susan Cootes - You’re My Sister! Aren’t You?
• Wendy Gordon - Harmony - a blending of different notes
• Frank O’Brien - An act of Zemblanity
• Ilona Krueger -The Button Box.
“Copies of Seniors’ Stories will be available in our local libraries and online and I would encourage anyone with a love of words to sit down and read some of these remarkable tales.”
This year’s theme is ‘Celebrating Diversity’. For the first time, the stories have been published in a mix of English and the authors’ native
languages. there are 12 stories that appear in translation spanning 11 different languages.
Mr Coure said Penrith seniors should be proud of the stories they have told through this initiative.
“By telling these brilliant stories of bravery and diversity, our seniors are helping future generations gain an understanding of the history in our state and country,” Mr Coure said.
“these authors have proven age
is no barrier when it comes to good story telling, once again proving their valuable and unique contributions to society,” he said.
The NSW Government launched Seniors’ Stories in 2013 as a way of recognising and valuing the experiences of seniors.
Seniors’ Stories Volume 8 will be available at all local libraries across NSW from 14 November or a copy can be downloaded from www.seniorscard.nsw.gov.au
tHe tastes, sounds and sights of Penrith will come alive on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November 2022 when rOaM Penrith hits High Street. Saturday’s activities will commence at 5pm and run through to 10pm with food trucks, performances, and exciting art installations, whilst Sunday will kick off at 11am with workshop activities, a panther hunt, a secret garden, local performers and a whole lot more.
Make your way from Masters Place Car Park and Woodriff Street through the City Centre to Triangle Park, where a showcase of local and international food will tempt your tastebuds. add to the garden
wall by participating in workshops that will help you create magical flowers where nothing is what it seems.
Penrith Mayor tricia Hitchen said she is excited to see a new event series in the heart of the Penrith CBD where the community can participate in a free and inclusive event.
“A celebration of everything that makes Penrith the place to be, rOaM Penrith will showcase the talents that make up our vibrant city, with food, music and installation activities for everyone,” Cr Hitchen said.
“I hope everyone can join us on 26 and 27 November as we discover the hidden gems of Penrith’s CBD.”
ROAM Penrith will be held across Triangle Park, Masters Place Car Park and High Street on Saturday 26 November from 5pm-10pm and Sunday 27 November from 11am-9pm.
Find out more at penrith.city/events
RSPCA NSW welcomes amendments to the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act (POCtAA) which prevents people convicted of serious cruelty offences from owning animals or working for a business that provides care to animals.
the Bill, known as ‘the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Amendment (Prohibition for Convicted Persons) Bill 2022’ successfully passed the NSW Parliament on Wednesday 16 November 2022, and will take effect from 1 March 2023.
“these amendments are a step in the right direction towards modernising state animal welfare legislation,” said RSPCA NSW Chief Inspector, Scott Meyers.
Amendments to POCtAA through the Prohibition for Convicted Persons Bill 2022 include:
Certain convicted persons will be prohibited from owning, breeding, or working for a business relating to animals
People who disobey these laws and are found in possession of an animal will not only face serious additional charges, but enforcement agencies like RSPCA NSW have the power to seize all animals found in the possession of the convicted person. Enforcement agencies also have the
power to rehome these animals after five business days
“RSPCA NSW is pleased to see progressive changes being made to POCtAA, which aligns with community expectations and further protects the welfare of animals. Pet ownership is a privilege and not a right and we will continue to carry out our mission of preventing animal cruelty across the state and advocating
for all creatures great and small,” said Inspector Meyers.
For many years, RSPCA NSW has been working alongside animal welfare groups to strengthen animal cruelty laws in NSW and improve the welfare of animals in our state. The mandatory disqualification orders imposed from this Bill are an indication of how seriously the NSW Parliament, RSPCA NSW,
and members of the public will not tolerate animal cruelty.
RSPCA NSW extends our gratitude that these reforms have passed with cross-party support from the Animal Justice Party, Independents, NSW Liberal, NSW Labor, NSW National Parties, and the animal-loving community of NSW, who have all worked collaboratively to ensure our laws meet modern standards and community expectations.
We would like to say a big thank the hon Emma hurst MLC and Mr. Alex Greenwich MP in particular, for their tireless advocacy on behalf of all animals.
WIth spring comes glorious sunshine, warmer weather — and ticks. Although ticks can occur year-round, their peak period is spring and summer when warm weather combines with periods of rain.
Unfortunately, there is currently an Australia-wide shortage of tick paralysis antiserum. this is a result of a sudden increase in demand due to tick resurgence with the change in weather. It is more important than ever to ensure that your pets are protected from these deadly parasites.
there are around 75 different species of ticks in Australia, but the most common are the brown tick and the deadly paralysis tick. the paralysis tick is by far the most dangerous parasite when it comes to your pet. It is commonly found in bushy coastal areas along the East Coast of Australia, from North Queensland to Eastern Victoria. ticks are most prevalent from Spring to Autumn, however, can occur at any time of year.
When paralysis ticks attach to our pets, they inject a neurotoxin which causes progressive paralysis, respiratory depression, and death in animals which have no immunity to the toxin.
What does the paralysis tick look like?
Paralysis ticks can be identified by their grey body and legs close to the head. their legs are the feature
which best distinguishes them from other ticks that occur in the same regions. Paralysis ticks have one pair of brown legs closest to their head, then two pairs of white legs and then one pair of brown legs closest to the body.
It is not always easy to identify paralysis ticks. If the tick is not fully engorged, its body shape and colour will be hard to determine. Often, a veterinarian will be the only person who can accurately identify the type of tick; it is vital that you take your pet to a vet if you have found a tick.
What to do if you have found a tick on your pet?
Seek veterinary treatment immediately as the tick needs to be removed. If not already done, your veterinarian will remove the tick so it is unable to
inject any more toxin. It is important to take any removed ticks to the veterinary clinic so your vet can identify it. Even if you have removed the tick yourself and your pet is not displaying symptoms of tick paralysis, it’s important to get them checked over by a professional.
Tick paralysis symptoms
• affected coordination
• weakness or collapse
• vomiting or retching
• change of bark or meow
• difficulty breathing Prevention
there are a number of parasite prevention methods on the market. topical applications, rinses, sprays, and collars can aid in tick prevention, however, these methods do not 100% protect your pet. Regular tick searches, which involve running your hands through your pet’s entire coat (including down the legs, over their stomach, and to the tip of their tail) is recommended if you live in a tick-prone region such as Winmalee, Yellow Rock and Castlereagh. these methods, in conjunction with all year round tick prevention and regular vet health checks, are your best bet at keeping nasty ticks away from your beloved furry friends.
For more information, please contact us at Greencross Coreen Ave on (02) 4731 3055.
James erskine was born in september 1817 at maryborough, Queen’s County in Ireland. He joined the army and served in the West Indies from 17911797 with the 22nd Regiment taking part in the san Domingo campaign in 1794 when he was gazetted to Captain. In June 1798 he was transferred to Ireland where he fought at the battle of Vinegar Hill and shared in the task of suppressing the rebellion. Transferred to the 48th Regiment in 1803 he was promoted to major erskine. In april 1805 he married sarah andrews of Cheltenham. He served in the Peninsular campaigns where he was slightly wounded in 1809 and later promoted Brevet Lieutenant-Colonel in 1810, and Lieutenant-Colonel in 1811. In august 1817 he arrived with his regiment in sydney on the Matilda and was sworn in as LieutenantGovernor of the Colony in september. In may 1818 he received a grant of 3,000-acres at (melville) south Creek that he called “erskine Park” and he was known for his kind treatment of his convict servants. In august 1821 an advert appeared in the sydney Gazette giving notice that there was only one public road through erskine Park, namely from North to south and commencing at Reverend marsden’s land and ending at the entrance to Nicholas Bayly’s land and that anyone found trespassing or removing the fences would be prosecuted. This became a problem when the grants and settlers fenced in their land entitlements but left no passageway for those who lived in the area. In 1825 James went to madras to re-join his regiment but he died of cholera four days after arriving there. By 1827 George Bunn who lived in George street sydney was the owner of the property that he rented out to Terence murray esq as a country residence with James evans as the overseer. In June 1830 at the supreme Court, simon Hunt and Richard Baker were indicted for stealing sundry articles of wearing apparel the property of our sovereign Lord the King at Penrith in april. a second account was laid, the property of some “person or persons unknown”. The attorney General conducted the prosecution and mr Therry appeared for the defence. The evidence in the case was the evidence of circumstances, or rather the evidence of inference as it appeared from the testimony of the witnesses that about the month of February it was reported that a man named samuel martin who was employed as a market man to Terrence murray fell from a dray on the road to sydney and was taken to the General Hospital where he died on the 26th the same month. so much of the evidence was merely a report, as none of the witnesses could say that the occurrence took place and had never seen samuel martin or knew that he was employed at erskine Park?. It appeared however from direct testimony, that on or about the day that simon Hunt was in the service of Terrence murray he told Richard Baker that samuel martin had died in Hospital and “will not trouble this place anymore” and that samuel had left his trunk in his charge but not the key. simon Hunt said he had heard that his master settled with samuel a short time before he left and that they might as well take what was left behind before anyone else gets it. The witness who spoke of having overheard
this conversation went on to say that he saw simon Hunt through a chink in the partition, break open the box with an axe in the dairy and take out some clothes consisting of trousers, waistcoats, a blue jacket and other articles similar to those produced before the Court. It further appeared on the evidence of a female servant to mr Hook at Bayly Park that on or about the time stated in the information the two prisoners came to her master’s house at night with the clothes tied up in a bundle and Baker requested her to put them near the fire to dry for him when he returned which she did, but she did not see either of the prisoners again and the clothes were handed over to Terrence murray at erskine Park. a tailor residing in sydney was then called on who proved he made the clothes shown to him for a man named sam (he knew him by no other name) who lived up country and that he heard that he was dead and remarked at the time that he had lost money that remained due for sam’s clothes. a clerk in the General Hospital was also called and said that a man named samuel martin was received into the hospital and died there on the 26th of February and he was buried at the expense of the Government. This concluded the case for the prosecution. mr Therry submitted that the information could not be supported on the ground of uncertainty and that all the indictments were bad. The attorney General contented that on the first count the information was good. The property of all intestates was property of the King until executors were appointed and besides, property might be laid on the person by whom the expense of the funeral was defrayed, and it was in evidence that the deceased man samuel martin was buried at the expense of the Government. The court knew that robberies might be committed and parties convicted without it being possible to ascertain who the property belonged to and it would in such a case be sufficient to lay it on some person or persons unknown and be submitted that none of the witnesses on the present trial spoke with any certainty of the deceased. The Judge then summed up the evidence and the Jury retired and returned a verdict of Not Guilty. In 1893 at a st marys Council meeting in august, a petition from residents of erskine Park was asking for Council’s attention regarding the state of the road, or rather what should be a road, namely the one leading from erskine Park Road to mamre Road and known as Page’s and Baker’s Lane that was impassable and was the only road they could take their produce to, and get supplies from st marys unless they travelled by the erskine Park Road to mt Druitt that was also in a very bad state so, would Council take the matter into consideration and have something done to either one or the other of the roads at once?. It was signed by 11 ratepayers of erskine Park. alderman Cox moved that the petition be granted and alderman Fleming seconded – all carried.
Sources: manuscript catalogue under J. Erskine (State Library of NSW), National Archives of the United Kingdom, Australian Dictionary of Biography, Ancestry, Sydney Gazette & NSW Advertiser, The Australian, Nepean Times.
Watercolour of James Erskine courtesy of State Library Dictionary of Sydney.
Owners of Penrith’s muchloved nepean Belle, Chris and Carol Bennett, are set to launch their next business venture, with their brand new floating bar and cocktail destination, The river Boat Bar.
with two spacious levels, a luxurious fitout and floor-plan, 3 bars with delicious cocktails, multiple dance floors, DJ bar, state-of-the-art stereo technology and a delectable grazing platter menu, it’s got everything for the perfect party on the water this summer.
Operating on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, The River Boat Bar will provide both locals and tourists to Western Sydney with the ultimate venue to host private events and occasions of all kinds, boasting a large variety of group packages and spaces available for booking.
Mr Bennett said, “Part of The river Boat Bar experience is getting out to the bar and its location amongst the Nepean Gorge by our Riverboat Taxi, which boards guests at the jetty on Factory Rd. It’s all part of the entire day out,” he said.
when asked about the motivation to build the river Boat Bar, Carol said: “Through owning and operating the nepean Belle, we know how much people love being on the water and we wanted to create something new and exciting for people in the West to enjoy.”
Penrith’s newest floating venue will become a first for Western Sydney, enhancing the region’s reputation as the leisure and recreation capital of Sydney. The island venue takes inspiration from concepts similar in Sydney Harbour and will be home to themed events, entertainment and much more.
Penrith Performing & Visual Arts is pleased to announce
Krissie Scudds as its new CeO. Krissie comes to the role with over 30 years’ experience across the Australian creative industries as a strategic director, with specialisations in leadership, audience research, communications, digital strategy, marketing and partnership development. As Marketing Director for PP&VA, she has spent the past eight years building the organisation’s brand, researching the audience and creating connections, both externally and within the organisation – as well as running a team managing the dayto-day marketing operations across the Joan, Penrith regional Gallery, Penrith Conservatorium and Q theatre.
She has a long-held passion for helping arts organisations and individual artists to deepen engagement with their audiences. her previous roles include General Manager of the Qantas Spirit of Youth Awards, General Manager of the Program, a national arts and culture website, General Manager of noise — a global creative community, Principal of Krissie Scudds & Associates, working with clients including Mixed industry, iCe (now ACe), Culture at Work, Arts Access
Australia, Opera Australia, College of Fine Arts and the Dictionary of Sydney, and over a decade in various roles at the Australia Council.
PP&VA outgoing CeO of nearly a decade, hania radvan welcomed her saying: ‘i know Krissie to be an inspirational leader, and an
extraordinarily skilled and passionate arts manager who has shown great dedication to this region as my colleague here at PP&VA. i am delighted that the company is in such safe and skillful hands.’
PP&VA Board Chairperson Alison McLaren said: ‘i am thrilled that
Krissie has accepted the role as the new CeO of PP&VA. She brings with her energy and enthusiasm which combined with her experience will deliver great outcomes for the Arts in Penrith. the Board and i look forward to working with her to implement her exciting vision for a vibrant, diverse and inclusive arts offering. i also congratulate hania on her outstanding contribution over the last ten years and wish her well with her next endeavour. She is leaving us in a strong position, ready to tackle the challenges of the post-covid world.’
A Blue Mountains local for over 20 years, with strong connections to Western Sydney, Krissie looks forward to playing a stronger role in shaping and strengthening the region’s creative ecology.
Krissie said: ‘the opportunity to lead an organisation as authentic and dynamic as Penrith Performing & Visual Arts is something i am both wildly excited and deeply passionate about. Building and sharing the transformative power of the arts, connecting with audiences, artists and communities; and creating pathways for lifelong learning, are all fundamental in my long term vision for a creative and flourishing Western Sydney.
With the passing of Queen Elizabeth ii, King Charles iii inherited his mother’s wealth worth a combined £17 billion. the vast majority of this wealth has been passed down over nearly 1000 years rather than being created by the current generation. it consists almost entirely of centuries-long ownership of land and property across the country and even the seabed around the British isles. With the ownership dating back to at least 1066 during the Norman conquest of Britain.
in the UK’s former colony of America, the new elites have been doing something similar with Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Ray Dalio, ted turner, and the like quietly buying up huge swathes of farmland. it’s not just billionaires that are doing it. Wall Street has been buying up land as well. A lot of this is to do with food security as the world increasingly moves away from agrarian societies and towards urbanisation but land has also been an excellent hedge against monetary debasement and inflation.
Let’s have a look at some other assets as a store of generational wealth.
Stocks can be a great way to generate wealth, but it is hard to think of many companies that are 100 years old and still relevant today. Businesses live in a world of constant innovation and change, with the top 10 companies in the world changing over time. the old guard of banking and finance has recently given way to tech stocks such as Amazon, Apple, and Google. holding onto a portfolio of stocks without at least
some form of knowledge and management is likely to result in declining returns.
Precious metals – in particular, gold has a 5000-year history as a monetary metal and store of value. this is increasingly being bought up by the sovereign wealth funds india, China, and Russia as trust in the USD declines. While effectively remaining flat over the last ten years, gold is a legitimate store of wealth with a high stock-to-flow ratio. In other words, the global supply of gold inflates relatively slowly at around 2% compared to around 15% for fiat currency. The only issue is that it doesn’t generate any retirement income and may be of limited use for individuals. You also run into problems with storage and verification should you ever need to use it for an emergency.
The problem with the fiat (paper) currency system is that money is no longer a store of wealth. the ability of the central bankers to print endless amounts erodes its value of it over time. this is clear in America, where the economy currently makes up around 25% of the global GDP. This has fallen
from 40% in 1960. But US dollars are still used in 80% of global trade. Given a long enough timeline, global reserve currencies have always failed, lasting, on average, about 100 years. the USD has been the reserve currency for around 80 years now and getting long in the tooth.
in Australia, the money supply has been increasing at around 9.5% per annum. If we were to divide stocks, gold, or property by M3, it would surprise most to find that the value of all these hasn’t grown over the long term. the one exception is property when purchased with leverage – the use of leverage has been one of the easiest ways to circumvent this problem. Well-selected property has traditionally been and continues to be one of the best ways for Australians to build wealth.
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hat an amazing few days 9 members of the Pendragons Dragon Boat Club from Penrith experienced at the 2022 Pan Pacific Masters Games on the Gold Coast, 4-13 November,” said Pendragons Club President, Jane howard.
“Joining with a number of other paddlers from various Clubs in NSW and paddling as Team Sudu, the Pendragons paddlers competed over 3 days in 500m, 200m and 5k Races in Mixed, Women’s and Open’s Crews.
“From a huge field of competition, with around 20 different teams from New Zealand, Singapore, Queensland, Tasmania, and NSW; Team Sudu with our Pendragons members medalled in 7 of the 10 events entered!”
“It was a massive success for Team Sudu, who had trained hard over the last few months preparing towards this event and this certainly paid off!
“Suzy Hadlow from Pendragons Dragon Boat Club also entered the Indoor Rowing Competition earlier in the week, again with great success, medalling in all events entered.
Pendragons Dragon Boat Club will throw open their doors and welcome the Community to Come and try the sport of Dragon Boating for FREE on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 November 2022.
Club President Jane Howard says she is proud to open their doors and invite the local community to come and try Dragon Boating. “Dragon Boating is a great sport in which to be involved,
as it combines fitness and a sense of community. We are especially fortunate to be able to use the amazing waterways in Penrith – the Nepean River and the Sydney International Regatta Centre for our training. We welcome everyone over 12, and reasonably fit, to “Come and have a Try” on this weekend on the Nepean River.
the Pendragons Dragon Boat Club has operated since 2002 in the Penrith area and over the years, always enjoyed and focussed on racing at the Dragon Boat NSW Regattas. Many of the club’s paddlers have represented at Regional, State and International level. the Club also has an amazing group of Breast Cancer Survivors, who have found Dragon Boat Paddling a great sport to aid their recovery.
“Everyone over the age of 12 is welcome, make sure you register, but if not, just come down on the day and experience Dragon Boat paddling. Just make sure you wear footwear and clothes which you don’t mind getting wet, as this is a water sport,” said Jane.
Dragon Boats NSW, Chief Executive Officer, Tony Henderson said the statewide Open Day is an important step in building the brand and profile of the sport of Dragon Boating. “I invite the whole community to get down to their local Dragon Boat Club and get amongst the atmosphere of this lively and inclusive sport. All ages, abilities and backgrounds are welcome, and the paddler pathway is a choose your own level of adventure. From social paddler to elite, you will find a club fit for you.”
For more information on the Pendragons Dragon Boat Club Open Weekend on 26/27 November, see the Facebook Page www.facebook. com/pendragonDBC or contact Jane Howard on 0419987196 or janehow2@ hotmail.com.
The Winten Cup proved to be a tough event to win this year, with 6 teams battling it out in the 4-Goal competition, which was played over Thursday to Sunday.
The result was a nail-biting finish, with a penalty shootout, after the game had been drawn at 4-all at full time. The two team captains, Sam hopkinson and Dirk Gould, went head to head in the shootout, with Dirk ultimately scoring the winning goal for AZ Polo (Alex Zak, Dirk Gould, Shannon Booth, James ParryOkeden).
The Winten Cup Subsidiary Final was played between enviroganic and Arunga, with enviroganic (Anna Dowling, Andrew Birdsong, Jason Varker-Miles, Gus Aguirre) taking the win.
The 0-Goal round robin was won by Los Lobos (Andrew Littleford, Brook Stilla, heather Torrey, Tom Dalton-Morgan) over TRFD Polo and the Sub-Zero won by Killarney (Andy Cochrane, Sophie Utz, hamish McGregor, Jack Dowling) over the Royal Richmond hotel.
Winten Property Group sponsored the tournament and Jack Dowling won the ‘Most Valuable Player’ award for the tournament.
The Jack Newton Junior Golf (JNJG) Foundation held its annual Awards Night at Concord GC last week and, as tradition dictates, it was a night to celebrate many of the brightest rising stars in junior golf.
Coby Carruthers (Jordan Springs - Concord GC) was recognised for a simply outstanding year, during which he won the NSW Junior State Championships, the Dunheved South Creek Cup Vardon, the Monash Masters Vardon, the Shelly Beach Open Vardon, the Ballina Junior Masters, the Dunheved GC ‘A Grade’ Club Championship and ‘A Grade’ Matchplay, finished 2nd in the ACT Amateur Vardon, 2nd in the ACT Week
of Golf JNJG, 9th in the NSW Amateur, was a member of the winning Concord GC eric Apperly Shield Pennant team, dropped his handicap to +3.6 and has qualified for the 2023 NSW Open.
Camilla Kim (Lynwood CC) is almost a local, being coached at Twin Creeks GC, and celebrated her complete dominance in the Under 12 ranks by taking out the 2022 11 Years & Under Girl of the Year award.
The biggest winner on the night was Jeffrey Guan (The Australian GC) from Bexley, who took out the 2022 Junior Boy of the Year award, the Junior Vardon award and the 2022 Outstanding Achievement Award (2022 Junior President’s Cup). Rachel Lee (Avondale GC) was named the 2022 Junior Girl of the Year.
The Nepean h ockey Association’s
#1 Open Women’s team has won a silver medal at the 2022 Women’s State Indoor Championships, which were held in Goulburn from 4th-6th November.
Nepean defeated Newcastle, Bathurst, Metro South West and North West Sydney in the rounds, along with a loss to Illawarra South Coast.
Nepean and Illawarra met once again in the grand final, with the latter scoring a 5-3 win to claim the gold medal.
The Nepean 1 team is: Melinda Brewin, Caitlin Burns (C), Millie Leard, Jemma Laverty, emma McGleish, Annie Buckley, Bronwyn Poulton, Jade Close, erin Burns, coach Ryan Knowles, manager Noelene Knowles.
The #2 Nepean Open Women’s
Goulburn, from 28th-30th October.
Nepean was represented by two teams at the championships but neither team was successful.
Both Men’s and Women’s state teams were chosen at the completion of the championships, in both Open and U21 divisions.
Annie Buckley was chosen for the U21 Women’s Blues Indoor team, with Mel Brewin (Nepean) selected as head coach.
Caitlin Burns, erin Burns, Jade Close, Amelia Leard, emma McLeish (Nepean) were all chosen in the Open Women’s State Indoor team, with Shane McLeish selected as head coach.
William Orth, William Graf and Ben Southwell were all chosen in the Open Men’s Blues Indoor team, Jade Callander was chosen in the Open Women’s Blues Indoor team and Ryan Knowles was selected as the head coach of the U21 Men’s State Indoor team.
It was another huge year for Isaah Yeo in 2022, with the Panthers co-captain tallying a number of honours along the way, capped off by premiership success.
By Panthers MediaYeO cleaned up at the Dally M Awards with Lock of the Year and Captain of the Year accolades going his way.
But his biggest achievement was leading the Panthers to back-to-back premierships.
Across 23 NRL games this season, Yeo averaged 142 run metres and 39 tackles a game – but it was his ballplaying skills and combination with the halves that set him apart from the rest.
As well as three State of Origin appearance for NSW Blues, Yeo also had the opportunity of making his Test debut for Australia at the World Cup – and going all the way to the final.
2022
• Dally M Lock of the Year
• Dally M Captain of the Year
• 2022 NRL Premiership winner
• Test debut for Australia
• Rugby League World Cup appearance for Australia
• Three State of Origin appearance for NSW Blues
STAT ATTACK
Appearances – 23
Tries – 4
Tackle breaks – 34
Offloads – 14
Running metres – 3,279 (avg. 142)
Post contact metres – 1,167 (avg. 51)
Tackles made – 894
Tackle efficiency – 97.1%
All the best photos from Isaah Yeo’s 2022 season.
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BEST TRY
Isaah Yeo’s standout four-pointer came in Round 15 against the Warriors in Redcliffe.
With the Panthers comfortably ahead on the scoreboard, Yeo received the ball 35 metres out from the opponent’s line before straightening and beating two defenders to go all the way.
An extra halfback – that’s how Nathan Cleary described having Isaah Yeo on the field.
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It’s kind of like having another halfback out there. We bounce ideas off each other and it’s pretty cool. Talking to him, we both see the game the exact same way. For someone to play in the middle as long as he does, making all those tackles and runs, and to still have his head on seeing the game the way we want to … is pretty incredible and quite unique. He’s a freak.
Nathan Cleary Panthers halfback