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The hilarious Irishman Jimeoin has been adopted by Australian audiences as their own. SHANNON COCHRANE finds out what really makes the nonsensical comedian sensation tick...

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e started off as an Irishman who moved down under for the weather and beaches but now Jimeoin is on top of the world with a reputation as one of Australia’s most beloved comedians.

The iconic funnyman emigrated to Australia from his native Northern Ireland when he was in his 20’s and now lives in Melbourne with his family.

But while he may have audiences laughing out loud at every venue he performs at, Jimeoin insists that comedy was not always a career option.

“I just fell into it by accident really... there was a comedy night on and I got up and told a few jokes. Then because it went well, I thought I could really try this but not really meaning to do it as a job, then before I knew it, I was doing it as a job,” he explained.

His accidental stint as a comic blossomed into a mega successful career that saw him become one of the most recognisable names in the Australian entertainment industry, going on sell out tours in his adopted country.

This local fame eventually reached an international level, with shows in the United Kingdom, United States, New Zealand and Europe.

Now he is back to spread laughter and joy with his latest tour ‘What?’, which will reach Penrith’s Evan Theatre on Friday, July 19.

While the show’s name may seem mysterious and unorthodox, it’s meaning is relatively simple according to Jimeoin, who said that audiences can expect “a good laugh”.

“It’s just the feeling you have at the end of the show, you go ‘What? What was that all about?’ so it’s just a lot of nonsense really, it’s ridiculous, it’s just trying to get a laugh so it’s

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not really about anything... that’d be a lecture if it was about something,” he said.

The show may be “nonsense” but it’s obviously striking a chord with fans and critics alike who have given Jimeoin’s performances rave reviews, with the Sunday Times writing: “he’s clean, charming, witty and above all funny”.

Like most successful comedians, Jimeoin finds the inspiration for his hilarious stand up routines from the observations he makes in day-to-day life.

“Just everyday life, things that I find funny are probably a really good guideline... I use that as the indicator and give people my sense of humour,” he said.

He also admitted that his competition is fierce and that he enjoys the work of most comedians, especially Scotsman Billy Connolly, although he believes that stand up routines should be more than a one-trick pony.

“I find it kind of one dimensional when people try to be shocking all the time or be twee all the time, you’ve got to mix it up a bit,” he said.

Cracking jokes in front of packed out stadiums would be enough to induce stage fright in most people, but Jimeoin rarely gets nervous.

“You do lots and lots of gigs then you build on it from there... the nerves aren’t really a bad thing, they’re always going to be there at the start, then you settle in a bit more as you joke around,” he said.

As well as his live shows, Jimeoin has also dabbled in television and film with his one-hour ‘Tea Towel Tour’ of Ireland documentary and another documentary showcasing the ‘Just for Laughs’ Comedy Festival.

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It’s not really about anything, it’d be a lecture if it was about something He also wrote and appeared in the 1999 feature film ‘The Craic’, which did well at the Australian box office and internationally.

Yet despite all the success he has had on the screen, Jimeoin admits that he still prefers the thrill of being on stage: “I’ve done lots of variety shows, big TV shows, but I always like the live gigs”.

With such a long career in comedy, Jimeoin has become something of a celebrity and while he isn’t always recognised or hounded in public, he does have a steady base of fans to support him.

“You get people trying to tag you on Twitter and stuff... at the show you meet people that have been watching your stuff for a long time so that’s always nice,” he said.

“People see you on YouTube which is like, everyone’s got their own variety show and Twitter’s good for letting people know what you’re doing as opposed to advertising to the masses.”

So does he have any tips for budding comedians?

“You’ve just got to work at it really. Don’t take advice from other comedians,” he said.

Jimeoin will bring his ‘What?’ tour to the Evan Theatre, Penrith Panthers on Friday, July 19 at 8pm. Tickets are $40.50. For bookings or more information, call 4720 5555 or visit www.penrith.panthers.com.au.

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LOCALS GIVE STEELY PLAY NEW LIFE

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he talented thespians at the Henry Lawson Theatre are set to stage a touching production of the beloved play ‘Steel Magnolias’.

The company, made up of local actors, will perform the play at the Henry Lawson Theatre in Werrington County from Friday, July 12 through to Friday, August 2.

Written by acclaimed playwright Robert Harling, ‘Steel Magnolias’ is a poignant drama that will take the audience on a gripping, emotional journey.

Many will already be familiar with the play, which was adapted to a blockbuster full length movie in 1989 that starred Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Julia Roberts and Daryl Hannah.

The play is set in an upmarket, exclusive beauty salon located in the town of Chinquapin, Louisiana.

While there are many factors that divide the town’s women, they bond over their time spent in the salon where all the ladies,

regardless of their age, visit to have their hair and nails done together.

Throughout the course of the play, the main character of Shelby develops and changes, beginning with the happiness of her wedding day and then progressing through to tragedy as she faces risking her pregnancy and life.

The dramatic events have a profound effect on all the women, as Shelby and her friends begin to face their own mortality and realise how valuable and precious life truly is.

As Shelby and the other women are hit with the trials and tribulations of life, they must draw on their underlying strength and love, and rely on each other’s friendship and support.

This wonderfully written, powerful play is brought to life by the Henry Lawson Theatre, starring local actresses Tara Brown as M’Lynn, Neridah James as Truvy, Rachell Farrow as Shelby, Jenny Vanderlym as Ouiser and Elizabeth Stramandinoli as Clarie.

Local talent is also at work behind the

scenes, with Janet Boreham directing the play and Peter Traish working on the set design.

‘Steel Magnolias’ will be showing at the Henry Lawson Theatre from Friday, July 12 to

Friday, August 2. Tickets are $21 for adults or $15 for concession. For a full list of shows or to book, visit www.hltheatre.com.au or call 4729 1555.

delicious Devonshire morning tea prior to the show, included in the ticket price.

‘Songs of Streisand and Friends’ will show at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre

on Wednesday, July 24 at 11am; morning tea will be served at 10am. Tickets are $20. For bookings or more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www.jspac.com.au.

SONGS OF STREISAND AND FRIENDS

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et ready for a lively evening of music and entertainment when cabaret performer Karen Beckett brings her Barbra Streisand show to Penrith.

Beckett, one of Australia’s most acclaimed and popular cabaret singers, will present her show ‘Songs of Streisand and Friends’ at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, July 24.

The show is part of the Joan’s beloved Morning Melodies concert series, and promises to be a spectacular show that will pay homage to Streisand in a touching manner.

A three time MO and ACE award winning vocalist, Beckett has her own unique style that she will bring to the stage, along with her powerful vocals.

Beckett will celebrate the amazing career of Barbra Streisand by singing her greatest hits including ‘People’, ‘The Way We Were’, ‘You Don’t Bring Me Flowers’, ‘Woman In Love’ and many more.

As well as the music of Streisand, this concert also embraces the tunes of other great divas of the entertainment world – Liza Minnelli, Judy Garland, Edith Piaf and Julie Andrews.

Talented multi-instrumentalist Amber Jade will perform with Beckett on stage and stun the audience with her musicianship.

These two seasoned performers put their sizzling stage presence and strong voices to good use in a highly entertaining celebration of the most iconic female singers of the past 60 years.

Their exciting, engaging repertoire will include popular songs such as ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade’, ‘Happy Days Are Here Again’, ‘Someone I Used to Love’, ‘Wonderful World’, ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’, ‘What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life’, ‘New York, New York’, ‘Cabaret’, ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘No Regrets’ and ‘Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend’.

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WHEN LIFE AND WORK DON’T MIX

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he talented actors of Richmond Players will show off an array of talent from the local region when they stage the charming Broadway musical ‘Nine’.

Audiences will get to experience this sophisticated local production when it shows at the Richmond School of Arts, from opening night on Saturday, August 3.

The musical centers around the main character of Guido Contini, a famous Italian film director who has reached breaking point in his life as he struggles professionally to come up with the subject of his next film; and there’s plenty of pressure to come up with something grand.

He is also facing personal problems, trying to juggle the demands of the many dramatic relationships he has with the women in his life – his wife, mistress, leading lady, mother, producer, critic and others.

While the basic plot line may sound like a gloomy story, ‘Nine’ has a light-hearted, feel good tone and humour is balanced with

dramatic depth as Guido attempts to manage the problems in his life.

As the show progresses, Guido’s personal and work lives begin to intertwine when he makes the decision to base his next movie on his own relationships – a choice that causes even further dramas.

A fabulous sequence of catchy, Broadwaystyle musical numbers feature in ‘Nine’, from ballads and humorous satirical tunes to big chorus anthems and dramatic numbers that will have you singing along.

The theatrical plot is brought alive by the sterling performances of a talented cast of local thespians, from the small roles of children playing young Guido in the musical’s flashback scenes to the strong, feisty women in the chorus who will wow the crowd with their stunning four part harmony.

The show is directed by rising young star Paul Smith, who brings years of experience in community and professional theatre including his time serving on the production team for

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major stagings of ‘Les Miserables’ and ‘The Sound of Music’.

‘Nine’ will be performed by the Richmond Players at the Richmond School of Arts for

seven performances starting from Saturday, August 3. For more information or to book, visit www.richmondplayers.com.au or call 8006 6997.

With their wide repertoire and amazing musicianship, Too Many Guitars is the perfect act for those who want a good night of entertainment at a great local venue to boot!

Too Many Guitars will play at the St Marys Leagues Club on Saturday, August 3 at 9pm.

Entry is free. For more information on the performance or club, call 9677 7777.

TOO MANY GUITARS AT THE SAINTS

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f you’re looking for a night filled with rock and roll spirit and great classic music from the 60’s until now then look no further than Too Many Guitars.

This experienced four piece band are well-known on Sydney’s pub and club circuit and have become popular with crowds, who appreciate their great repertoire of hits, lively showmanship and rowdy rock spirit.

The band features three of the most experienced live performers in Sydney.

Michael Carpenter, Charlie Lee and Paul Carpenter have played for years as key members in one of the city’s most beloved club acts, The Bandits.

They have also performed alongside a diverse range of club and show acts, including The Beatnix, The Pink Chevys, The Fab Four, ‘The Band’ tribute, Skool Daze, Simply Bushed, The Mario Brothers and many more shows.

As well as playing in cover and tribute bands, these performers have also used their

musical talents in a variety of original bands of many genres, from country and pop to punk.

Too Many Guitars also recently welcomed a newcomer to their group, with young talented guitarist Casey Atkins (The Reservations, James Cooper) joining the other performers to complete the quartet.

Their repertoire is diverse, covering everything from ‘The King’ Elvis Presley to the slick pop of Abba and The Shadows to The Angels.

Each night they perform, Too Many Guitars tailors their music to suit the audience’s needs and wants, with the ability to play a classic oldies night or jazz it up for a more contemporary audience.

Audiences are sure to have a rocking time with Too Many Guitars setlist which features catchy well-loved songs such as ‘All My Loving’, ‘Play That Funky Music’, ‘Crazy Little Thing Called Love’, ‘Little Less Conversation’, ‘The First Cut Is the Deepest’ and ‘Pretty Woman’.

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PSYCHIC SALLY ON THE ROAD

Friday, July 12 Penrith Panthers $44.50

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Drew Venue: Penrith Panthers Free entry, 5.30pm 4720 5555 Red Alert Venue: Penrith Panthers Free entry, 9pm 4720 5555 Fleetwood Mac Show Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $10 members/$12 visitors, 8pm 9625 5500 Mesa Groove Venue: Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 8.30pm 9625 5500 Rock n Roll Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1211 Trivia Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 3pm 9623 1211 Vintage Saturdays Venue: Kellys Lounge, Penrith Panthers Free entry, 8.30pm 4720 5555 Saturday Night Party Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200

Saturday Afternoon Jazz Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Mad Cow the Band Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Motown the Show Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $8 members/$12 visitors, 8pm 9830 0600 Blackwater Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Zounis Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396

SUNDAY, JULY 14 Caitlin Harnett Venue: Penrith Panthers Free entry, 2pm 4720 5555 Sunday Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 Sunday Afternoon Country Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Relax and unwind to great music!

CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT KING HENRY’S

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o celebrate all the fun of Christmas in July, local restaurant King Henry’s Court will be holding a fun-filled night of food and entertainment.

King Henry’s Court, conveniently located on Henry Street, will be holding exciting Christmas in July events for two nights only on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20.

The evenings promise to be enjoyable for the whole family, with a fabulously tasty three course meal cooked to perfection, and a thrilling Christmas show to watch.

Other festivities will also be on offer, with classic Christmas bon bons placed as a gift on each table to bring a seasonal atmosphere to the night.

Kids will also be delighted at a special appearance by none other than Santa Clause and his elves themselves, who will stop by King Henry’s Court to spread festive cheer five months early.

Games will be held on the night, giving diners the opportunity to win prizes and have

fun in the process.

On top of all the Christmas-inspired activities, King Henry’s Court is also serving up a delicious three-course meal with a festive theme to satisfy the appetites of diners and get them in the spirit of the season.

For entrees, diners are spoiled for choice with two options.

The first starter is cheese arancini balls, which are a risotto of tasty parmesan and mozzarella cheese that are rolled, crumbed and lightly fried, to be served with Napolitana sauce.

There’s also a choice of the perfect winter warmer of pumpkin soup, which is rich and creamy and comes served with sour cream, fresh chives and fresh, filling bread.

Diners will be flooded with fond memories of past Christmases when they eat the main; slow roasted ham and turkey served with chat potatoes and steamed vegetables and topped with traditional gravy.

Finally, dessert seals the Christmas in

July theme with a warm, traditional Christmas pudding with Cointreau custard.

Christmas in July will be held at King Henry’s Court at 74 Henry Street on Friday,

July 19 and Saturday, July 20 from 6pm until late. Entry is $40 for adults and $19 for kids.

For bookings or more information, call 4722 9989 or visit www.kinghenryscourt.com.au.

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Dinner & Show - Elvis and Friends Venue: Penrith Panthers $25 members/$35 visitors, 7pm 4720 5555 Comedy Corner Venue: Rooty Hill RSL Members free/$8 visitors, 8pm 9625 5500 Out of Salem Venue: Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 8.30pm 9625 5500 Oz Rock Show Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Sydney Hotshots Venue: St Marys Band Club $25/$30 at the door, 8.30pm 9623 1211 World on a String Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $7.50 members/$10.50 visitors, 8pm 9830 0600 Diamond Rhythm Duo Venue: Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Jagged Stone Venue: Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 9pm 9830 0600 Rock n Roll

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Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1211 Trivia Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 3pm 9623 1211 Vintage Saturdays Venue: Penrith Panthers Free entry, 8.30pm 4720 5555 Saturday Night Party Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Saturday Afternoon Jazz Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Skyz the Limit Venue: Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180

SUNDAY, JULY 21 Sunday Karaoke Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 Sunday Afternoon Country Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Want your gig listed? Email Shannon.

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FULL MONTY LIKE YOU’VE NEVER SEEN

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elive all the fun of the hilarious smash hit ‘The Full Monty’ when a talented group of actors performs it on stage.

Based on the blockbuster hit movie released in 1997, The Full Monty will be performed by the Campbelltown Theatre Group throughout August, premiering on Friday, August 2.

The plotline follows the story of a group of six unemployed, down on their luck steel workers living in Buffalo, New York.

Facing difficulties with the women in their life, best friends Jerry and Dave are feeling low about their lives until they have a revelation that changes their outlook.

Inspired by seeing how much women enjoy ogling male strippers on their girls nights out, the duo come up with the idea of strutting their stuff on stage and forming their own male performance troupe.

They soon recruit other like-minded men – Harold, Horse, Ethan and the borderline suicidal Malcolm, who each find comfort in

their new friendship and endeavours.

Determined to succeed and begin exciting new lives, the men form Hot Metal, a ragtag team of male performers who are set to do the ‘full monty’ in front of an audience full of women to make some quick cash.

As they begin practicing their routines though, Jerry and the crew gradually discover that being a stripper and bearing it all on stage isn’t as simple as they expected it to be.

In order to succeed, these average guys must work through all of their fears, anxieties, self-consciousness and issues, tackling a range of personal issues from child custody to weight worries and facing homophobia.

Over the course of the play, the men bond together and develop a great friendship, realising that they are stronger together and have the courage to fight their demons and make a stand for the common man.

With great Sydney performers, ‘The Full Monty’ is a show that will have the audiences in stitches while also warming their hearts.

‘The Full Monty’ will be showing at the Town Hall Theatre in Campbelltown for a limited time, from Friday, August 2 to Saturday, August 17.

Tickets are $28 for adults or $22.50 for seniors and students. For bookings or more information, visit www.ctgi.com.au or call 4628 5287.

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his science fiction film, directed

by Guillermo del Toro of ‘Pan’s Labyrinth’ fame, has impressive visuals and is an entertaining

watch.

Earth has been invaded by giant monsters called ‘Kaiju’ who have risen up from a portal through a crevasse underneath the Pacific Ocean. The chaos of the event leads to a war that results in millions of deaths across the globe and consumes humanity’s resources.

To try to triumph against the powerful monsters, humans create a special, innovative kind of weapon – massive robotic beings, who are dubbed ‘Jaegers’. They are controlled by two pilots whose brains are locked together in a neural bridge.

While the Jaegers are at first a strong defense against the monsters, as time goes by, even their powerful talents are dwarfed by the enemy as the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.

Unlike other films in this genre, ‘Pacific Rim’ steers clear of overly moody or dark themes.

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his game is just one of many in a long list of releases featuring Mario and Luigi, the famed Italian plumbers who have become beloved figures within the gaming world.

In this particular installment, the duo set out on the adventure of a lifetime, traveling through the resort land of Pi’illo Island then working their way across the wild, fantastical environments of Luigi’s warped imagination where anything and everything can happen.

This light-hearted RPG will win over fans of the Mario franchise and is both challenging and fun enough to entertain gamers of all ages. Players of the old school Mario games will be delighted to see a host of familiar faces throughout the journey to save Princess Peach and help Prince Dreambert free his people from the curse of the evil Antasma.

There’s lots of fun features packed into this game, including new items and gear to customise Mario and Luigi, and a hint system if you’re struggling with the game play.

The big, beautiful display of the Nintendo 3DS is put to good use with

his politically charged film received rave reviews from film critics although did stir up some controversy in regards to its content.

Directed by Academy Award winner Kathryn Bigelow, this war film explores the 10 years that operatives in the United States spent on the hunt for Osama bin Laden after the tragic September 11 terrorist attacks.

Rising star Jessica Chastain plays the central role of Maya, a young CIA officer who has spent the entirety of her career working on gathering intelligence with the goal of finding Osama bin Laden.

She is reassigned to the US embassy in Pakistan, where she teams up with another officer, Dan. During the months they work together, Maya regularly goes to a black site with Dan where he interrogates a detainee who is suspected to have links to the 9/11 hijackers. Eventually, they end up getting the detainee to divulge information and Maya is left pursuing a range of leads trying to find bin Laden’s courier.

ZERO DARK THIRTY [ Rated M ] Starring: Jessica Chastain, James Gandolfini & Chris Pratt

STEREO players being able to turn their console sideways to change the view to a largerthan-life battle with a massive-sized Luigi on one screen and his enemy on the other.

MARIO & LUIGI: DREAM TEAM BROS NINTENDO 3DS

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omegrown singer-songwriter Ben Salter is back with another solo record full of exoticallyinspired songs that build on his reputation as a rock legend.

Salter, who has played with a wide variety of Australian rock bands including The Gin Club, Giants of Science and The Wilson Pickers, already has a wealth of musical experience but has gone even further to create great tunes for his latest EP ‘European Vacation’.

As the record’s title suggests, it was spawned from a project that resulted in Salter travelling across Europe over five months, darting from country to country and working with a large number of songwriters and musicians.

The influence of Salter’s journey can be clearly heard within his music, which contains a massive range of genres, themes and moods.

Many Australians will be able to relate to the lyrical content of the EP, which delves into the concept of exploring the world and finding inspiration in exotic places.

Salter’s first single from the EP,

‘Semi-Pro Gamer’, has already been a success with listeners, while other songs such as ‘The Prophetess’ and ‘All The Things’ are sure to be popular among fans as well.

Overall, this EP is another triumph from a talented Australian musician.

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“When a student enrols for HSC and high school music tuition at Kalinda Jade Studios, not only do they receive tuition in their instrument, they also have a completely tailored syllabus specific to their school and topics of study,” Kalinda said.

“We tutor in Performance, Musicology, Composition and Aural – all the components of the HSC syllabus – and provide professional musicians to perform the accompaniment for all of our students’ HSC examinations.

“All high school students at our studio are also entitled to extra make-up lessons, unlimited access to our extensive library of CDs, music DVDs and sheet music, and online learning including lessons on Skype.

“Using Skype is really useful for students, especially coming up to performance and exam times. If they need assistance with their homework between lessons it allows us to help them out at short notice without having to find a way to fit them into the studio.

“Sometimes a five-minute conversation is all a student needs for a confidence boost before a big performance or exam.”

Kalinda Jade Studios offers one-on-one tuition for all music-based school assignments

and all work is marked and critiqued before it is handed in to the school teacher.

“With over 20 topics to study in music, every teacher in every school chooses different topics.

So what we do is create individual text books for each student based on the topics their school wants them to study,” Kalinda said.

“We’ve been tutoring students from schools within the Penrith-Blacktown region over many years, and as a result we already have relationships with a lot of those schools and teachers.

“When a high school student studies with us they receive the most comprehensive, personalised tuition available.

“It is due to our commitment to each student’s learning and individually-designed syllabus that we have established a Band 6 average for HSC Marks.

“For the best results we find that the earlier a student starts their tuition the better and, in many cases, students are beginning to work on their HSC performances during the second half of Year 10.

“It doesn’t matter if the student is looking for a career in the industry or would just like solid results in the HSC – we are here to support them.”

Kalinda Jade Studios offers tuition in singing, piano (including AMEB), guitar and bass, drums and music theory. While HSC and high school music tuition is a specialty, the studio also teaches students of all ages and abilities across a whole range of music styles.

For more information visit www. kalindajadestudios.com.au or look for ‘Kalinda Jade Studios’ on Facebook.

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A SIX PACK DEAL FOR TRUE SHIRAZ ENTHUSIASTS

by David Ellis

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e had the opportunity a few weeks ago to taste a wine that Hunter Valley maker, Andrew Margan has no intention of releasing until 2016 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; his 2011 Margan Limited Release White Label Shiraz, that we can tell you was already an absolute stunner.

Better still, Andrew says this wine has the potential to mature more beautifully over the next couple of decadesâ&#x20AC;Ś and for our readers, even better again, if you get onto the winery, you can get hold of a six-bottle pack so you can try one immediately, and then others every year or so to follow and enjoy its development with time.

Sourced from 40-year-old vines growing on red basalt volcanic clay that gives just half a tonne of intensely-flavoured fruit per acre, this wine is worth every bit of the $60 price tag.

It is wonderfully full-bodied and smooth with classic Hunter shiraz dark-berry fruit flavours, a hint of cigar box and nice varietal white pepper.

Although it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be officially released until 2016, drop a line to info@margan.com. au or phone (02) 6579 1372 and Andrew will organise a six-bottle pack now for $60 a bottle plus freightâ&#x20AC;Ś a not-to-be missed opportunity for true enthusiasts!

We suggest simply savouring on its own now while still young, or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for a food match, a good choice would be with a cassoulet of duck.

One to note: Tumbarumba is one of the highest regions in NSW with vineyards from 500m to nearly 1000m above sea-level, and varieties such as Pinot Gris absolutely thriving in the local cool-climate conditions.

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Spotlight

MORE THAN A TASTE OF RUSSIA

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or many Russia is a dream destination that most will unfortunately never get to visit in their lifetime. But for one night only, a taste of Russia is coming to Penrith’s Lakeside Restaurant.

The popular restaurant, located on a private island at the Sydney International Regatta Centre, is hosting a very special seven-course ‘Russian Night’ that will have people wishing they were in picturesque Moscow.

“The seven delicious courses will be matched by some great wines and naturally some Russian vodka,” restaurateur and owner, Vince Capolupo said.

To make the night complete Lakeside Restaurant will also feature some fantastic traditional Russian entertainment.

“The night will be great fun and is the perfect opportunity for people to try some exciting and very different cuisine,” he said.

The ‘Russian Night’ is on Friday, July 26 with welcome drinks commencing at 6.30pm

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before a 7pm start. Limited spaces are available.

Doubling as a restaurant and function centre, Lakeside was reborn in 2007 when Mr Capolupo took over the business.

Mr Capolupo saw oodles of potential in Lakeside and opened the restaurant with the view to servicing Penrith as well as providing an establishment where great food and great wines may be enjoyed in unique, pristine surroundings.

Lakeside provides first class dining and is the perfect location for a special function including a wedding, engagement or birthday party. Mr Capolupo said the location is one of Lakeside’s most appealing attractions.

“We are located on top of the grandstand where diners can marvel in beautiful views of the surrounding lakes and Blue Mountains,” he said.

Lakeside boasts ample parking, high-level security and both indoor and outdoor areas.

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CHATTER ON THE BOX with Nathan Taylor

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hannel Seven’s revived reality series ‘The Mole’ isn’t capturing viewers like it used to. The much-hyped series, which returned to Seven last week after five years, is struggling to find an audience. ‘The Mole’ debuted with a horrible 864,000 viewers and has dropped lower than that as the episodes progressed. I fear that if it doesn’t pick up over the next few weeks, it will end up airing at 10.30pm or worse, 7TWO.

International’ as well as Ian Lawman from ‘Most Haunted’, Ray Jorden from the ‘Paranormal 5’, CEO of the Indian Paranormal Society Gaurav Tiwari, Australian paranormal enthusiast Allen Tiller and clairvoyant Rayleen Kable. Each member of the team will use their individual paranormal techniques and methodologies in different haunted locations.

The eight-part series begins filming in August and will air on SF in 2014.

In some exciting news for paranormal fans like myself, SF on Foxtel has commissioned a new local paranormal investigation series titled ‘Haunting: Australia’. The show will feature Robb Demarest from ‘Ghost Hunters

Channel Ten are putting together one all-star line-up for their Big Bash coverage later this year. After signing former Australian captain Ricky Ponting last week, Ten have now acquired former vice-captain and all-round

legend Adam Gilchrist.

One reality show that I hope does well again this year is ‘Big Brother’, even if the promos do suck. There’s some serious chatter that ‘BB’ will be back for another series on Nine from Monday, July 29. Dreamworld are currently selling tickets to the launch on July 28, which pretty much gives it away!

Popular fashion series ‘Project Runway’ returns to Arena on August 7. Season 11, hosted by the beautiful Heidi Klum, will feature its first ever Australian-born contestant, Sydney’s Benjamin Mach. The designers will be in the first-ever team edition.

Hilarious and always controversial comedy series ‘Housos’ is back on SBS with season two later this month. Episode one of the ninepart series sees Dazza wanting to get Shazza the best birthday present ever – a fancy dinner voucher to a posh restaurant. Classic.

‘Housos’ airs Monday, July 22 at 9.30pm.

Lastly, a cool new show hosted by HG Nelson is coming to Nat Geo on Foxtel on Sunday, July 21 at 8.30. ‘Aussie Icons with HG Nelson’ takes a look at the amazing inventions and genius ideas that have put Australia on the map. Some of the inventions include: The Esky, wine cask, Wi-Fi, Hills hoist and even the emergency exit slide raft.

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STAY IN MODERN LUXURY AT OLD END OF SYDNEY TOWN

by David Ellis

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ext time you get a beep when you drive through a toll gate, take a moment to ponder just how long we hapless road users have been paying tolls in Australia.

Because rather than only since sometime in the 20th century as you would probably think, it is in fact over 200 years.

Governor Lachlan Macquarie stuck our first toll booth on the side of what is now Sydney’s Railway Square, next to the presentday Central Railway Station, way back in 1811.

And he did so to pay for the maintenance of the “road” from Sydney Town to Parramatta, in reality a rambling 25km dirt track through the bush that was so ill-constructed, in heavy rain it became an impassable quagmire for horse-drawn coaches and goods wagons, and when dry an axle-breaker of potholes and tree-stumps.

And when this track was extended further out to Windsor, so bad was the extension too, that it took coaches 24 hours to get there from Sydney, including an overnight stay at what is now Kellyville.

Macquarie awarded a contract to James Harper to repair and widen the track into a

proper road, surface it with crushed rock and to maintain it for 10 years – in return being allowed to collect tolls at Sydney and Parramatta from 1811.

As the little colony grew and branched out from Sydney Town other toll roads, and bridges, flourished until the 1870’s when the government took back control – and soon after, speedier steam engines and then automobiles killed off coaches and wagons.

And from 1906 as Sydney’s Central Station blossomed, so too did businesses around it: as trains from the country terminated there, hotels and boarding houses soon abounded, as well as shops and stores and even an indoor ice-skating rink (the Glaciarium from 1907 to 1955).

Amongst the earliest major store-owners was Henry Marcus Clark who had a drapery shop in Newtown, and in 1896 opened a department store on the corner of George and Harris Streets at Railway Square.

He named it Bon Marche after the famed Paris store, and so successful was it that he built an even larger one in 1909 at the corner of George and Pitt Streets and named this – one of Sydney’s earliest skyscrapers at nine

storeys high – Marcus Clark & Company Ltd (demolishing the now-defunct toll booth and toll collector’s house to do so).

He later built yet another a few doors away for the hordes now streaming daily off the steam trains – or awaiting trams, which at their peak carried 405 million passengers annually through Railway Square into the city or suburbs.

Other stores equally flourished as did the near-dozen hotels around Railway Square – but with the coming of the suburban electric train to Sydney in 1926 many visitors from the country simply changed trains at Central and went to hotels and department stores deeper into the city a few blocks north.

Worse, in the 1950’s and 1960’s vast urban shopping complexes now offered all their glitter right there in the sprawling and distant suburbs – mortally wounding those around Railway Square, including Marcus Clark’s which ceased trading in 1966 with massive debts.

Today one of its Marcus Clark & Company “skyscrapers” is home to the Sydney Institute of TAFE. Gone too are most of the old hotels around

Railway Square, but one that’s flourished is the huge 517-room Mercure Sydney, that conversely to what we’ve written about above, was not built until 1998 and thrives because of its location on Railway Square.

It is ideally located within walking distance of the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Darling Harbour restaurant precinct, Chinatown, the Sydney Entertainment Centre, the entertainment district around the Capitol Theatre, Powerhouse Museum, and Sydney University.

And being just 50m from Central Station it has ready rail access to the rest of the city and Sydney Airport.

All rooms have high-speed Wi-Fi and broadband, a wonderful Pillow Menu, there is an indoor rooftop pool, a sauna and gym, 24hr business centre and car rental desk.

There’s also plenty of dining options, with the Four Elements Restaurant and Bar featuring modern Australian cuisine, and Eve’s Place Bar and Bistro offering a pub atmosphere, snacks and light meals.

For details on this modern hotel in one of the oldest parts of Sydney, call (02) 9217 6666 or visit www.mercuresydney.com.au.

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GIVEAWAY: OZ THE POWERFUL

he magic of Disney is more commonly associated with children’s animated flicks but now the movie giant has created a fantastical film that grown ups can enjoy too.

With an impressive, star-studded cast, ‘Oz the Great and Powerful’ is undoubtedly one of this year’s best DVD releases and will leave audiences on the edge of their seats in awe.

The film explores the back story of the characters from the beloved tale ‘The Wizard of Oz’, with its plotline starting before the events of the 1939 classic film.

James Franco stars as the charismatic Oscar Diggs, a flirtatious magician who spends his days working miserably in a travelling circus until he gets whisked away by a hot air balloon and lands in the fantastical, magical world of Oz. While he explores this strange new world, he comes across a variety of fabulous, unusual creatures and also makes the acquaintance of a beautiful witch named Theodora.

The witch begins to fall in love with Oscar and suggests to him that he is the wizard who has been prophesied to overthrow the evil Wicked Witch that

has wreaked havoc over the land of Oz when she killed the beloved King.

Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out who is good and who is evil before it is too late.

Oscar meets up with Finley, a cheeky flying monkey, and they embark in search of the stunning Emerald City and meet Theodora’s sister Evanora, who is a little less warm towards Oscar but nonetheless gives him directions to the dark forest where she claims the Wicked Witch lives.

As he heads out on his journey to bring peace to the people of Oz, Oscar is faced with a number of hurdles and begins to realise that in this mystical land, nothing is what it seems.

Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity-and even a bit of wizardry-Oscar transforms himself not only into the great wizard but into a better man as well.

Starring James Franco, Mila Kunis, Rachel Weisz and Michelle Williams, ‘Oz the Great and Powerful’ is an entertaining and imaginative film that will delight viewers with its intriguing plot and stunning visual effects.

FYI has four ‘Oz the Great and Powerful’ prize packs to give away, consisting of a copy of the DVD and a t-shirt. For your chance to win, email the code word ‘OZ’ to competitions@mediaview.com.au with your name and phone number. Entries close Wednesday, July 17.

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THE SECRETS OF THE ETERNAL ROSE: BELLADONNA

By Fiona Paul

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e drawn into a dark, seductive world with Fiona Paul’s latest novel Belladonna.

The book is the second installment of Paul’s racy ‘Secrets of the Eternal Rose’ trilogy and is bound to satisfy fans and gather some new readers as well.

Protagonist Cassandra Caravello is stuck between two men – she is desperately trying to forget Falco, the wild, unrestrained artist who stole her heart as she gets closer to her strong, reliable fiance Luca.

As their relationship continues to develop, Cassandra discovers that Luca has been keeping his own secrets that may change their lives forever.

When Luca is arrested by soldiers in the middle of the night, Cassandra is thrown into chaos and has to summon all her strength to try to find the Book of the Eternal Rose – the only evidence that will prove her fiance is innocent and save him from injustice and persecution.

She goes on a journey to Florence, a city that is tarnished by rumours of corruption,

secret soirees and clandestine meetings of the Order of the Eternal Rose.

It is also home to Cassandra’s former flame Falco, who works for the Order’s creepy yet beautiful leader, the Belladonna.

After the success of its predecessor Venom, the sequel Belladonna is sure to be another smash hit that readers won’t be able to put down until they finish.

When it was released, Venom received widespread praise from critics and fellow authors including bestselling author Andrea Cremer who said: “Venom renders the canals of Renaissance Venice frightening and irresistible in a sensual tale where no one can be trusted and passions kill”.

The author Fiona Paul has enjoyed a varied history, working as a writer, a line cook, retail manager, veterinary assistant, medical recruiter, English teacher and even a registered nurse.

Her writing conjures up a dark, dramatic mood and lures readers into a mystical, exotic world. This is a perfect read for mothers and daughters especially!

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COMMUNITY DIGS DEEP FOR CHARITIES

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t was all about charity this week with Westcare and Barnados Penrith benefiting from the generosity of the local community.

With the combined help of Coffee Club Nepean, Sydney Direct Fresh Produce and other local partners, WestCare’s recent fundraiser for its Mobile Relief Service was a massive success.

The night was full of entertainment, fun and games, lots of networking and connections with others and of course, great food! Altogether WestCare raised $45,000!

And last Saturday, Penrith Westfield held its annual GiveAbility Day, to raise money for local children living with disabilities and their families.

A fun range of activities were held such as spin the wheel and a competition to win fresh food platters, with the highlight being a performance from ‘The Voice’s’ Harrison Craig.

“I’m very proud to announce we raised $7699.85, an increase of $2547.15 in comparison to last year,” said Westfield Penrith marketing manager, Erin Austin.

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