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YES! Australia – and the Blue Mountains – has declared same-sex marriage should be legal. For Katoomba couple Selina Vrsaljko and Belinda Butterell, it’s news worth celebrating.

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SAFETY LESSON Drivers warned to be respectful See page 5

LOUDER THAN USUAL Cicadas make themselves known See page 7

DANGEROUS BEND Local cyclists risk lives See page 9

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1. I learned that the vast majority of us support somebody else’s right to love another person regardless of their sex.

This whole postal survey has been an embarrassment for Australia, especially in regards to the cost, but in the end, it delivered a sensible result. 61.6 per cent of us need no convincing that in 2017, stopping a gay person from getting married is just plain ludicrous. Most of those people probably agree that it’s not really our business, either. Thankfully it’s now over and we can move towards the legislation being passed.

2. I learned that those awful reality shows have nothing on David W Kalisch when it comes to building suspense. As good as any ‘Australian Idol’ finale or ‘Bachelor’ rose ceremony, he certainly had us on the edge of our seats last Wednesday morning when delivering the results of the marriage equality survey on behalf of the ABS. Give him a job on commercial TV! 3. I learned that Andrew Constance may not be up to the job of Transport Minister in NSW. Not only is he overseeing the implementation of a new train timetable that delivers an awful result for Blue Mountains commuters, but now he’s authorised a Sydney Ferry to be called Ferry McFerryface. Yes, yes, very funny. Except it’s an old joke, with similar names suggested for modes of transport overseas in the last few years.

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“Thankfully it’s now over and we can move towards the legislation being passed”

4. Talking of that train timetable, I’m not sure Mr Constance or the Premier understands the barrage of complaints about to hit their offices. As the launch date for the new timetable draws closer, more people are realising that their commute to and from work is going to be longer and more difficult. Somebody needs to have the guts to step in and make some changes prior to the official implementation later this month. It’s just plain dumb and commuters will vent at the ballot box.

5. I learned that Kyle Sandilands is a bully who should focus on his own show rather than spend so much time on others. 2DayFM may be struggling in the ratings, but host Em Rusciano didn’t deserve the hit she copped on air from Kyle earlier this week. I still have absolutely no idea why people listen to his show – utter garbage!

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6. Talking of radio, I learned that Macquarie Radio’s dismantling of the once great 2UE is almost complete, with the Talking Lifestyle format languishing at the bottom of the ratings and struggling to find an audience. It’s a shame, particularly for their breakfast team John and Garry who actually present a pretty entertaining program.

7. I learned Kristina Keneally is still haunted by the ghosts of the past, with much of the coverage surrounding her appointment as the candidate for Bennelong focused on her tarnished time as Premier in NSW. Personally I think she is a superb talent and an excellent choice.

8. I learned that Malcolm Turnbull’s leadership is hanging by a thread, even if the man himself doesn’t seem to think so. It is hard to imagine a scenario that will see Turnbull lead the Coalition to the next election. His government is in turmoil and his leadership is toxic.

9. I learned that ANZ Stadium can still provide an awesome atmosphere for sport, despite its many critics (and its ghost town feeling when NRL club games are played there). It was incredible to be part of the crowd for the Socceroos v Honduras match last Wednesday night.

10. I learned that Jelena Dokic is incredibly brave. She may be flogging her new book, but talking to the media – and hence the public – about her dark past and years of abuse is not easy for anyone, regardless of the end purpose. Hopefully she’s finding joy in the years that have followed her roller-coaster tennis career.

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The winner is... Love After months of debate, the ‘Yes’ vote prevailed proving love is the real winner ERIN MAMO

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The results of the Australian same-sex marriage plebiscite are in and the majority of Australians have said ‘yes’ to allowing same-sex couples to marry.

Shortly after 10am last Wednesday, Chief Statistician at the Australian Bureau of Statistics, David Kalisch, announced that following three months of debate, the 38.4 per cent of the population who voted No were considerably outnumbered by the 61.6 per cent who voted Yes. Locally, support for marriage equality was strong, with 63.9 per cent of respondents in the Federal seat of Macquarie giving same-sex marriage the big tick.

Federal Member for Macquarie, Susan Templeman welcomed the announcement that Blue Mountains residents voted Yes to marriage equality.

“This survey confirmed what we already knew that residents of the Blue Mountains believe that the LGBTQI members of our community should be treated equally and that the right to marry the person you love should be extended to all,” she said.

“This is a win for our local LGBTQI community especially for our young

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people who have been particularly vulnerable during this debate.”

Katoomba local Selina Vrsaljko, who has been dating her partner Belinda Butterell for 18 years, said last week’s announcement felt like a dream.

“I was shaking at the time,” she said.

“We were expecting the result to be a No, so it was a amazing when it wasn’t.”

While Ms Vrsaljko said her and her partner aren’t rushing out to get married, it is something that they will consider now that it could be an option for them.

“Being married wouldn’t make us anymore committed to each other. But with marriage comes rights and it’s more those rights that we want,” she said.

Pink Mountains member, Peter Hackney, said the result of the survey was momentous for the LGBTQI community.

“It’s very clear now that the majority of Australians support marriage equality,” he said.

“This result is a testament not only to the hard work of the LGBTQI community but also of our allies, like Susan Templeman, Trish Doyle, Mark Greenhill, Romola Hollywood and many more friends, that lobbied hard for this result.

“Now it’s up to the government to follow the wishes of the Australian people and make marriage equality a reality.”

Katoomba locals Selina Vrsaljko and Belinda Butterell were thrilled with the outcome

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hrough a new 12-month campaign, Blue Mountains Council is encouraging locals, including those who are truck drivers, to drive respectfully.

The road safety initiative, which was launched recently, targets users of State Government-controlled roads in the Blue Mountains region and asks that drivers on these busy roads follow a number of rules at all times.

Blue Mountains Mayor, Mark Greenhill, said the primary objective of the campaign is to achieve safer conditions and improve the amenity of roads across the region. “Our roads are very busy with a diverse range of users, from heavy vehicles to cars and motorcycles, through to bicycles and pedestrians,� he said.

The new campaign was developed by Council following consultation with the community and the heavy vehicle industry.

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Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill with others at the launch of ‘Respect Our Code on Blue Mountains Roads’ stickers will be available for heavy vehicles that regularly use State roads within the region.

Council will also continue to work with the heavy vehicle industry to look at ways to reduce the impacts of vehicle emissions and noise.

Road Freight NSW General Manager, Simon O’Hara, said engine brake noise close to residential areas can be minimised by installing mufflers designed to reduce the noise.

“Heavy vehicle drivers can also turn off noisy engine brakes in residential areas and ensure their exhaust systems are in good operating condition,� he said.

Cr Greenhill said the campaign is timely because December and January are incredibly busy on main roads in the Mountains. “The Great Western Highway, Bells Line of Road, Darling Causeway and Hawkesbury Road are all busy due to summer holiday traffic,� he said.

“We need all road users thinking about their role in ensuring our roads are safe. “We also need to continue to work with stakeholders to minimise the impact of heavy vehicles on our roads. “Roads and Maritime Services are forecasting a doubling of freight on the Great Western Highway and Bells Line of Road by 2031. “So all work done in this area will help keep our roads safe and create cleaner and quieter neighbourhoods.�

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Cicadas are back!

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et ready because those pesky cicadas are back in the Mountains and they are set to get even louder as the weeks go by.

In 2013, NSW was plagued by the singing species and Sydney University Professor, David Emery, said this year is set to be another big one in our region for the humming insects.

“It’s getting noisy out there,” he laughed.

“There’s already a high number of shells around Hazelbrook, and Glenbrook is experiencing the serenades too.”

While Mr Emery said the cicadas won’t be as bad as they were in 2013 when there was shells all over the streets in Leura, there’s still many more expected to come out from hibernation.

“At the moment we’re seeing the double drummers, who are the loudest species of cicada down near Red Hands Cave in Glenbrook,” he said.

“But there will be many other species of the insect that will come out across the region including the cherry nose, green grocer, red eyes and razor grinders.”

The masked devil, which is orange with a black strip between its eyes, has also been

spotted in the Mountains.

Locals can expect the cicadas out in force

by December 1, and will hang around until Christmas.

Male cicadas are the ones who can be blamed for all the racket. The gender sings as a way to attract a mate.

Mr Emery said scientists are still trying to figure out what triggers the cicadas to come out in such significant numbers.

“We had a big emergence in 2003, 2010 and 2013,” he said.

“So we are currently monitoring different sites year by year to work out what factors are allowing them to come out.”

Possible factors that could trigger an increase in the insect include temperature, climate, rain fall and sap flow.

Research also shows that the critters tend to come out in locations that have been burned before because females tend to pick young trees to lay their eggs in.

In Sydney, Douglas Park near Campbelltown is currently experiencing the loudest and largest number of cicadas.

Bug enthusiasts are being encouraged to take a sound recording of local cicadas singing and post it on www.inaturalist. org/projects/the-great-cicada-blitz, so researchers can monitor when and where species are popping up.

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Transport Minister ignores pleas to change timetable

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in Redfern each day, said the changes will add at least half an hour to her journey.

“At the moment I can get to work in under an hour,” she said.

“I get to Redfern and then I have a 20 minute walk to work, but if I have to go to Central it’s a 45 minute walk.”

Transport for NSW said the decision to remove Redfern from the new timetable was based on Opal data as most people travel to Central or other inner city stations. But Blue Mountains MP Trish Doyle said that a comparison of the new and old timetables shows that Blue Mountains trains will arrive two minutes later at Central each morning.

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Lawson: Out-of-towner causes chaos in collision On Friday, November 10 at about 8.45am, police were contacted to attend a three car collision on the Great Western Highway at Lawson.

A 55-year-old Drummoyne male travelling westbound had collided with a vehicle stopped at traffic lights. The impact of this incident caused the stationary vehicle that was stopped at the lights to be pushed into an additional vehicle.

As a result of the accident, a 70-year-old Faulconbridge woman was conveyed to Westmead Hospital suffering a serious eye

injury that required surgery. Investigations into the accident are continuing.

Katoomba: Teen charged with break and enter At around 8.40pm on Thursday, November 9, witnesses contacted police in relation to a possible attempted robbery at Catalina Park in Katoomba.

During investigations police had cause to speak with a 15-year-old Lurnea male regarding his activities in the area.

During the conversation the male has provided a name and details that were later confirmed to be false.

The male was arrested on an outstanding warrant for ‘failure to adhere to previous bail conditions’.

Further investigation identified the young person as the third (and only outstanding) offender involved in a previous aggravated break and enter in Carlton Street, Katoomba.

The male was charged with multiple offences attached to the break and enter, and was bail refused for all matters.

Katoomba: Woman pulled over, returns positive to drugs At 11am on Tuesday, November 7, a 25-yearold Penrith woman was stopped by police on the Great Western Highway at Katoomba due to erratic driving.

The driver underwent a roadside drug test and returned a preliminary positive result.

The female was arrested and conveyed to Katoomba Police Station where she underwent a further drug test returning a positive indication of Methamphetamine.

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At approximately 5pm on Thursday, November 9, a 21-year-old Katoomba male attended the residence of his former partner in an attempt to speak to her.

Upon arrival at the location, the male became aggressive asking the owner of the property to leave the location. The male then produced a knife and directed threats of harm towards his former partner.

After police were called, the male was arrested and charged with several offences including ‘armed with intent’.

An AVO has since been granted to the victim and the male offender has been given strict conditional bail pending a court appearance on December 18.

Following his release from custody, the male continued to harass the victim, resulting in a subsequent arrest and additional charges for breaching an AVO.

Facing a longer trip to work: Commuter Megan Dunn s of this Sunday, commuters travelling from the Blue Mountains to Redfern will no longer be able to catch an ‘express’ train.

Currently local residents who travel to Sydney for work or study can board the Blue Mountains Line and hop off at Redfern – a major transport hub.

But when the new commuter timetable is rolled out this weekend this option will be taken away forcing locals to now travel to Central and then double back to Redfern or catch a much slower, crowded, all stations train.

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World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims Last Sunday, November 19, was World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims.

It is a day to remember the many millions killed and injured on the world’s roads, as well as to reflect on the tremendous burden and cost of this continuing daily disaster.

Here in the Mountains, we have a strong advocate for road safety in the form of Peter Frazer. Unfortunately, his advocacy came about after Peter and his wife lost their daughter, Sarah, back in 2012 in an avoidable road accident.

I met up with Peter during the last sitting of Parliament and one of his main concerns currently, is that the stories and the pain that occur as a flow-on from each and every road accident are hidden from the public and, consequently, we remain ignorant of its impact.

Peter said that: “Too often when a road tragedy is reported, the headline is that an anonymous person has been killed, and as a result, traffic is banked up delaying commuters.”

He added: “Because the stories behind these statistics are hidden from public view, we know our community can become desensitised. But speak with

our emergency service workers about what they face each day, or listen as family and friends tell of the horror they must endure, and it is impossible not to be moved.”

In 2016, 1,295 Australians were killed and 35,000 were seriously injured on our roads. That is a lot of families suffering from stress, hurt and anguish. That is a lot of families whose pain could have been avoided.

By simply tying a yellow ribbon to your vehicle you can publicly demonstrate that you honour those who have been affected by road tragedy and that you choose to actively look after those on the road ahead.

Local cyclists are demanding certain road shoulders be fixed, to help keep them safe ERIN MAMO

ycle enthusiasts from all over the Blue Mountains have started a campaign in the hope of improving safety on the Great Western Highway at Faulconbridge.

Coordinator of the Blue Mountains Cycling Safety Forum (BMCSF), David Tritton, said the forum launched the campaign recently because of particular road shoulders in Faulconbridge that don’t meet current road standards.

“We want the shoulders between the Fruit House and the Metro Petroleum on both sides of the road upgraded,” he said.

“On high-speed roads, Austroads recommends shoulders should be sealed and at least two metres wide.

“There’s been too many near misses and two instances where cyclists have actually been seriously hurt.”

Mr Tritton, who is part of Springwood Cycling Club, said he rides for both enjoyment and as a way of commuting to work.

Working as a solicitor in Sydney, he often travels from his home in Faulconbridge to Sydney, by bike.

“The ride takes me about three and a half hours,” he said.

“I find it relaxing and I do it for fitness

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and mental health.

“Living in the Mountains you find that there are a lot of people who have to combine exercise with commuting because there isn’t time to do both.”

Mr Tritton said that due to the unsafe highway shoulders in his local area, cyclists are forced to ride in the high-speed traffic lane.

“The area cannot be avoided by cyclists as there is no alternate road route,” he said.

“Motorists can’t comply with the law of giving cyclists 1.5 metre clearance when there is no shoulder, it’s impossible. The cars come up behind us and they have no escape, the car is then forced to slam on their brakes.

“Our concern is unless the problem is fixed a fatality is likely to occur.”

The forum’s campaign suggests immediate action is taken to rectify the lack of shoulder immediately west of Bellevue Street.

It also suggests that the blind corner in the westbound lane needs to be corrected.

Forum members are due to meet with the Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight, regarding the safety issues next week. To follow the BMCSF campaign, visit their Facebook page.

What are your thoughts? Email news@ bluemountainsrecord.com.au.

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t’s not often you get the chance to spend one amazing night with some of the biggest names in Aussie music.

But that’s what’s on offer when the One Night Stand concert takes over the Evan Theatre this December.

Russell Morris, Mental As Anything, Daryl Braithwaite and The Badloves will come together for this mini festival right here in our own backyard.

Frontman for Mental As Anything Greedy Smith says he’s looking forward to enjoying the music of his contemporaries just as much as the fans are.

“I think musically the most satisfying thing is getting together and to use an expression from the beatnix era ‘it’s good to dig their sounds, man’,” he laughed.

Of course the chance to share the stage for a night also brings offstage perks as well.

“It’s great because Daryl and Russell have got some good stories, so we get lots of good backstage banter too,” he said.

Though they’ve been around for 40 years – and are still most commonly associated with their mega hit ‘Live It Up’ – Mental As Anything are one of those rare 70s/80s bands that have continued to produce new music.

Their latest release is a five track EP

aptly titled ‘Mental as Anything – 5 Track EP’.

This love for crafting the perfect tune has been with Greedy since his early days in music.

“I got into all of this through songwriting,” he said.

“I don’t think I would have been in Mental As Anything that long if I hadn’t come up with songs that were hits for the band.”

The EP was a labour of love for Greedy and fellow songwriter and bandmate Martin Plaza, who isn’t touring with Mental As Anything at the moment due to his current battle with cancer.

“Hopefully we can still record together next year,” Greedy said.

With new and old hits to play Greedy is clearly keen to get back on tour and perform for his fans both young and old.

While that sense of fun hasn’t waned, there has been one slight change to his routine.

“I don’t drink whisky on stage anymore,” Greedy laughed.

“After 7000 shows it’s a bit more tea these days than whisky.”

One Night Stand featuring Russell Morris, Mental As Anything, Daryl Braithwaite and The Badloves will be on at the Evan Theatre on Saturday, December 9 at 7.50pm. Tickets start at $87.10. To purchase tickets, visit www. penrith.panthers.com.au or call 1300 PANTHERS.

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, November 24 Daisy Moon Was Born This Way – The Joan From $50, 7.30pm 4723 7600 Karaoke with Dean – Penrith Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 2060 Social Darts – St Marys Band Club $3, 7pm 9623 1211 Live music – Wentworth Falls Country Club Free entry, 7pm 4757 1202 The Wolfe Brothers – Rooty Hill RSL From $25, 8pm 9677 4916 Confetti Disco – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Iron Lion – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Ric Bailey – Australian Arms, Penrith Free entry, 7.30pm 4731 3881 The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly – Blue Mountains Theatre, Springwood From $509.90, 8pm 4723 5050 Jimmy Bear – Oriental Hotel, Springwood Free entry, 8pm 4751 4488

Saturday, November 25 Bob Gillespie – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Everly Brothers and Buddy Holly – Blue Mountains Theatre, Springwood

Sunday, November 26

The Angels Evan Theatre 1300 PANTHERS Friday, November 24, 8pm, From $59.45

Venus 2 – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 They Call Me Bruce – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4721 5764 K.P. – Wallacia Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4773 8888 Tall Timbre – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Daisy Moon Was Born This Way The Joan 4723 7600 Sat, Nov 25, 2pm and 7:30pm, From $50

From $59.90, 8pm 4723 5050 Karaoke – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4721 5764 After Party Band – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Touch Crazy – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Tim Pringle – Milestone Hotel, Kingswood Free entry, 9pm 4721 2999 The George Washingmachine Quartet – Hydro

DAISY MOON WAS BORN THIS WAY

Majestic Hotel, Medlow Bath $35, 8pm www.musicinthemountains.com.au Russian Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker – Evan Theatre From $69, 8pm 1300 PANTHERS Clive Hay – Lithgow Workers Free entry, 7.30pm 6352 2777 The Song Company presents Lully Lulla – Blackheath Uniting Church From $30, 3pm 8272 9500

A YEAR OF TREATS & TREASURES JANUARY

Produced by Q Theatre

Puberty Blues for the Gaga Generation

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STAR OF X FACTOR AND EUROVISION APRIL

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BOSOM BUDDIES

Playing at The Joan

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FEBRUARY

TAPESTRY – VIKA BULL & DEBRA BYRNE SING CAROLE KING MAY

MARCH

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JUNE

THE ORCHID AND THE CROW

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SERIOUSLY FUNNY STORIES AND SONGS THE ORIGINAL AND THE BEST COMEDY AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

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Blue Mountains Men’s Group Fortnightly meetings 0491 107 431 W.S. Melanoma Support Group • 1st Monday of each month • 0431 142 911 Prostate Cancer Support Monthly meetings 1300 133 878 Springwood Rotary Club New members welcome 0448 852 769

Raise money while people dance the night away Cancer Wellness Support will be putting the ‘fun’ in fundraiser when they present ‘Celebration of Dance’ at Wentworth Falls School of Arts this Friday at 7.30pm. Adult dance groups from across the Blue Mountains and Penrith regions will perform a wide range of dance styles including belly dance, tap, contemporary, clogging, flamenco, boot scooting and more. There will also be raffles, lucky door prizes, and most importantly, the opportunity to support the important work of this Mountains cancer charity. For more information, call 4784 2297.

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Catch this classic on the big screen!

Write your very own book

Relive the magic of ‘The Princess Bride’ with Hoyts Rewind at Penrith Hoyts this Saturday at 6.30pm.

Put your life story into words with ‘Notes to Self’ – Life Writing with Lisa Finn-Powell’ at The Creative Fringe next Wednesday at 9.30am.

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THE BLUE MOUNTAINS’ BEST LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

your horoscopes

With dynamic Mars charging through your relationship zone (until December 9) you’re impatient to sort out a partnership problem ASAP. But Venus and Pluto encourage you to adopt a more strategic and subtle style. A softly-softly approach will help you sail through any potential dramas with unusual ease. Adventure, travel and/or stimulating company will keep you happily occupied and entertained on the weekend.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

This week Venus boosts romantic prospects and business matters. And you’ll find the more creatively you communicate with family members, the more satisfying the week will be.

Attached Taurus – it’s a wonderful week to be more patient and passionate with your partner. Sick of being single? Don’t accept second best. Have the confidence and stamina to wait for your soul mate.

LEO

This week (in the words of Madonna) it’s time to “express yourself!” Cat creativity is high, as the Sun stimulates your colourful imagination. Leos love putting on a spectacular show and, with Venus visiting your domestic zone, it’s also a wonderful week to play Domestic Goddess (or Master Chef) and entertain family and friends at home. You’re feeling positive and are keen to impress others, as you focus on big dreams and grand schemes.

Geminis are the eternal students of the zodiac – your active mind longs for constant stimulation and regular information updates. And your restless nature is drawn to travel, where you can soak up new experiences, languages, lifestyles and cultures. This week is a terrific time to network like a pro and make the most of your international contacts, as Mercury links up with adventurous and unpredictable Uranus.

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CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Daily posts at www.bohoastro.com twitter @JoMadelineMoore Copyright Joanne Madeline Moore 2017

You’ll be drawn to enjoyable hobbies, obsessions, people and places. A new friendship could flourish or a burgeoning romance could progress to a deeper level.

So expect a busy week full of emotionally intense conversations. A flash of inspiration is likely on the weekend. But it will take plenty of energy/patience to bring it to fruition. As Richard Branson said: “You don’t learn to walk by following rules”.

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Avoid being a Sagittarian smart-aleck.

When it comes to a problem, things are more complex than they appear and it will take time to get to the bottom of the current situation. The Sun shifts into your sign (on Wednesday) which boosts your Prima Dona tendencies. So strive to be creative and confident – rather than bossy and overbearing. The weekend favours fermenting ideas, but don’t be all talk and no action.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

The weekly stars highlight study, short trips, family functions, community connections and stimulating conversations. So it’s the perfect time for versatile Virgos to post, talk, text and tweet up a storm. There’s certainly much enjoyment and satisfaction to be gained from contributing your specific talents to your local community. The weekend is fabulous for fraternising with friends!

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Don’t let minor matters get to you this week. No one wants to be around a grumpy Goat! Plus aim to be more proactive, especially when it comes to a work matter. Instead of brooding when other people don’t automatically understand what you want, tell them exactly what you need. And learn to delegate. No one is indispensable. Old solutions won’t work on the weekend.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Librans appreciate quality and adore living in the lap of luxury, but don’t overdo it or you’ll end up being the most beautiful bankrupt on the block. When it comes to shopping and spending, your biggest challenge is to learn to say ‘no’. On Tuesday, powerful Pluto encourages you to dig deep and be true to who you really are. Be inspired by Goldie Hawn: “I want to dig deep and ask – Who am I? What do I have to offer? What do I have to learn?”

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Your boredom threshold is set on low this week, and you don’t have the patience to put up with tedious people. So strive to extricate yourself from such situations in a tactful way. Communication and conversation are the buzz words on the weekend when the pace picks up and you share opinions, learn a new skill or pass on some exciting information. Whatever you choose to do, it’s a good time to give your brain cells a thorough workout!

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

This week you have the power to persuade others over to your point-ofview with your boosted charm and sex appeal. Don’t overdo it though, strive to be powerfully persuasive, rather than compulsively controlling. When it comes to a close relationship, do your best to be generous rather than jealous; and passionate rather than possessive. Enjoy luxuriating in the natural world.

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PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Have you been feeling stuck in a rut?

Mighty Mars (moving through your public spotlight zone) encourages you to shake up your reputation, take a calculated risk and reach for the stars. If you are involved with a group, club or organisation, be inclusive and make sure everyone gets the chance to have their say. The weekend stars encourage you to bite the bullet and make an innovative and exciting decision.

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food

Getting your nutritional needs if you’re not eating meat If you’ve decided to stop eating meat, you can still get all your nutritional needs. However, you need to be aware of what those needs are...

Kate Reid Nutritionist kate.reid@ westernweekender.com.au @kate_reid6

There’s no doubt that vegetarian (no meat) and vegan (no meat and no animal products including dairy, eggs etc) diets have seen a rise in popularity in recent years.

Whether it’s for health, ethical or environmental reasons, more and more people are giving up meat and animal products.

While a balanced plant-based diet can offer many health benefits, it’s important to understand how to tailor a vegetarian or vegan diet to ensure you’re still getting the nutrients your body needs.

While vegetarians and vegans often get asked ‘where do you get your protein?’ there’s actually plenty of plant-based alternatives to choose from, including legumes, nuts, wholegrains and tofu. If you’re vegetarian you can add eggs and dairy into the mix as well.

Iron is another nutrient that needs to be considered when changing to a vegetarian or vegan diet.

While iron can be found in plant foods in the form of non-haem iron, it is not

absorbed as well as haem iron which is found in meat.

To get the best out of iron rich plant foods, like legumes, tofu, wholegrains and green leafy vegetables, consume them alongside foods that are high in vitamin C – which aids in iron absorption.

If you don’t consume dairy regularly, you can get your calcium from foods like fortified soymilk, leafy green vegetables and legumes.

These do tend to have less calcium than cows’ milk etc, so make sure you’re eating enough to get your recommended daily intake of calcium.

Zinc is another important nutrient that can be lacking in vegetarian/vegan

diets. Plant sources of zinc include nuts, legumes, tofu and wholegrain products.

Those who follow a vegan diet need to be especially aware of Vitamin B12 as it is only found in animal products.

Aim to consume foods that are fortified with Vitamin B12 and for those that are not meeting the requirements supplementation may be required.

Lastly, it’s important to see your GP for regular blood tests so any deficiencies – especially Vitamin B12 – can be picked up and addressed.

For more information on meeting nutritional needs while on a vegetarian or vegan diet, it’s best to speak to an accredited practicing dietitian.

WINE LIST

JOHN ROZENTALS

A very sad loss

I

t’s with deep sadness and a genuine sense of personal loss that I write of the sudden death earlier this month of Wayne Stehbens, aged just 62 yet winemaker at Coonawarra’s Katnook Estate for 38 years.

I studied winemaking at college with Wayne and just a couple of years ago visited him in Coonawarra, a place he loved nearly as much as he did his family. He greeted me with open arms and was indeed a generous host who introduced me to many local winemakers and set up reintroductions to a few I had previously met.

He also plied me with much good red wine he had produced and showed great pride in having reinvigorated the Katnook cellars, where the Coona-

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warra wine story had been started by John Riddoch well over 100 years ago.

Wayne saw himself as one of the custodians of the area’s history, though he certainly didn’t take much due credit for its preservation.

He also added considerable lustre to Coonawarra’s reputation, including a couple of revered Jimmy Watson Trophies from the Melbourne Wine Show.

To me — and I’m sure to many others — Wayne seemed indestructible. Like the many fine reds he produced he was going to keep going for many more years. My thoughts right now are with his wife Michelle and family.

Vale Wayne Stehbens. You were a good one.

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EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, PERFORMING ARTS JOAN SUTHERLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE FULL TIME | 3 year contract

AUTOGLAZIER

We are seeking an experienced all-round arts programmer with creaƟve flair, excellent project management and delegaƟon skills and broad industry networks to lead and develop arƟsƟc, community and cultural growth at one of Western Sydney’s most dynamic and exciƟng performing arts venues: the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre (The Joan).

Penrith AutoGlass Caring, Collaborative, Genuine & Driven – that is our DNA, is it in yours?

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Autoglazier to join our Penrith AutoGlass Team! Our branches provide service to a wide range of customers, dealing with commercial vehicles and everyday family cars. We provide industry accredited training and certification to ensure your success in the role.

So, who are we looking for?

• Experience as an AutoGlazier • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • An eye for detail • Energy and initiative • A current manual driver’s licence

A moƟvated and experienced performing arts producer, the ExecuƟve Producer is responsible for development and delivery of the established public performance seasons program at The Joan across commercial and community hires, deals and buy ins.

This role calls for a strategic thinker with experƟse across programming, budgeƟng and producƟon with a view to conƟnuous audience development and innovaƟon, and is addiƟonally responsible for the delivery of pop up events, talks, live streaming, and for developing potenƟal new seasons with a focus on a younger demographic and contemporary music and comedy.

The ExecuƟve Producer is an integral part of the senior management team and leads a small team to achieve results in line with the Strategic Plan.

Closing Date: Friday 15 December 5pm (to start before end January 2018)

Awaiting the successful candidate is a competitive salary package with great earning potential, a role with an established Australian brand, use of world class tools and technology and both short and long term incentives.

If you are looking for that next challenge, please call Kirsten on 9795 3496 for more details

For more informaƟon: hƩp://thejoan.com.au/news/

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POSITIONS VACANT

Hix Group is celebrating its 25th Year in business and is continuing to grow!

We currently have a number of roles available, to join our Penrith Based business, with a range of government, commercial, construction & domestic clients throughout the Sydney Metropolitan area

ELECTRICAL TRADES –TECHNICAL & ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT This is a new & unique role, in our Penrith Office, for an experienced electrician with maintenance experience BUT who is now seeking to work in an administrative role, within our Electrical division.

Perhaps you are now unable to or don’t want to continue to perform the physically challenging parts of a trades role or simply prefer to work in the office rather than on the tools.

You will be responsible for prep & checking of invoices, quotes & documentation for jobs, assisting the managers with progress & handling of scheduled works & other admin duties related to progress of works.

In addition to your trades background you will have computer skills, strong communication skills & attention to detail & accuracy.

PLUMBERS- MAINTENANCE & UPGRADE WORKS

We are looking for Plumbers to undertake general plumbing maintenance & upgrade works locally & throughout Sydney Metro.

Must have a range of experience across general domestic &commercial works and be willing to provide a high standard of service & quality.

Must be a good problem solver who can work alone or in a team.

LICENSED ELECTRICIANS – MAINTENANCE

We are adding to our team of qualified maintenance electricians, and are seeking licensed tradespeople with experience in domestic & commercial works, fault finding, stove & hot water repairs & all general electrical repairs & installs.

Works will be across Government, Council, commercial, industrial & domestic sites and will include repairs ,maintenance installation, testing & inspection and fitout works.

You will be an efficient & customer based tradesperson who values the service Hix Group provides to clients & you will be willing & able to train and develop our apprentices who are also a valuable part of our company’s growth.

FIRE SERVICES TECHNICIAN We are seeking an EXPERIENCED Fire Services Technician to join our PENRITH BASED team to carry out all aspects of Essential Fire Services testing, inspection, maintenance and repairs & fault finding with a particular focus on Fire Panels and EWIS systems.

We provide services for a range of clients including Local Councils, Strata Clients, commercial and industrial.

The Successful applicant will be an energetic “people person” who is well organized and can communicate effectively with clients and staff alike & is comfortable recording all job information using Smartphone/ Electronic Table, via our Job Management System.

MUST have a sound knowledge of an experience in the above areas and clear understanding & willingness to follow the relevant Australian Standards & Building Codes relating to the Industry and all aspects of Work Health and Safety.

FPAS Training an advantage.

You will be meticulous with quality, well presented, willing to use our electronic job management system & keen to embrace our Hix Group Culture of Team work, Pride & Responsibility. Send your resume now to HR@hix.com.au (applications will be treated in strict confidence) Enquiries Phone: 4721 7500 WW31317

Sport

the blue mountains record // www.bluemountainsrecord.com.au

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Summer lovin’ kids keep sport thriving ERIN MAMO

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epean Summer Football, based out of Summerhayes Park in Winmalee, is going from strength to strength with a huge number of kids signing on to play this season.

When Nepean Summer Football, operated by the Nepean Football Association (NFA), began in 2015 it had just over 200 registered players. Fast forward to today and the number is now over 1600 – proving that people can’t get enough of playing the round ball game all year round.

Summer Football Manager, Graham Chapman, said he knew when they decided to launch the teams in 2015 that they would be giving kids and adults a chance to stay involved in the game during their off season.

“We are excited about Summer Football in the Blue Mountains,” he said.

“We’ve now got a great number of players down at Summerhayes Park each Tuesday and Wednesday night, at the home of Springwood United, allowing for players to remain local.

“Ages range from U6 through to intermediate men playing every week.”

Mr Chapman said he is really looking forward

Local kids are all smiles before playing Nepean Summer Football in Winmalee. Photo: Melinda Jane to 2018 where he hopes participation levels will continue to grow.

Summer Football all over NSW has exploded in recent years.

NFA General Manager, Linda Cerone, said the competition began as a way of offering players a year-round solution.

“We finish with winter and have a small break

before commencing a more relaxed, small sided format,” she said.

“The feedback we have received has been overwhelmingly positive.”

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