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BATTLE STATIONS Melissa McIntosh and Diane Beamer. Photo: Melinda Jane

he Federal Election may still be four months away, but when you want to win a seat with a 1.1 per cent margin, there’s no such thing as starting a campaign too early. And that’s why Lindsay Liberal Candidate Melissa McIntosh and Labor Candidate Diane Beamer have hit the ground running, aiming to shore up early support and lock in votes.

The pair met in Penrith recently in a rare moment of solidarity on the campaign trail, and sat down with the Weekender to discuss their plan for Lindsay’s future. Both bring plenty of local knowledge and history to the table, and both face challenges. For Ms McIntosh, it’s a mission to gain public recognition during what is her first political campaign.

For Ms Beamer, she must overcome the issues surrounding the controversial departure of sitting Labor MP Emma Husar, who will remain in office until the May election. While Lindsay fell to the party that did not form government at the last election, typically the seat falls with the government of the day, making it one of the election’s most critical and watched electorates.

Locals can expect Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Bill Shorten to spend plenty of time in Lindsay in the lead-up to election day. Whatever happens, Lindsay will elect its third consecutive female Federal representative when voters go to the ballot box in May. See our interviews with the candidates on pages 16, 17, 18 and 19.

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More teachers promised Premier’s pledge: Investment in teaching to reach record levels under Liberals NICOLA BARTON

ore public school teachers are set to join the ranks across Penrith following an announcement from the State Government on Wednesday. 4600 teachers will be hired across the state, which the Government claims is the highest in history. NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian joined Education Minister Rob Stokes and Penrith MP Stuart Ayres at York Public School to discuss the investment. “We are investing record amounts into NSW schools and teachers and this $2 billion investment has only been made possible due to the strong economic position created by the NSW Liberals and Nationals Government,” Ms Berejiklian said. “It is so important to invest in our children to ensure they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the jobs of the future.” Ms Berejiklian said this will bring the total number of full-time positions funded by the Liberal Government to nearly 11,000 new teachers since elected. The recruitment will roll- out over the next four years.

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian speaks with York Public School students on Wednesday. Photo: Melinda Jane Mr Stokes said he was thrilled to be growing the state’s world- class teacher workforce. “We have some of the best teachers in

the world who have the incredibly rewarding career of shaping the lives of the next generation,” he said. The State Government will assess each

school in order to determine exactly how many teachers need to be allocated. During her visit, Ms Berejiklian spoke with a range of York students.

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Are we really losing the ‘war’? I

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f you ever needed an example of why pill testing at music festivals would be a dangerous and destructive idea, you only needed to watch the TV interviews with young people at such festivals last weekend. With pill testing now a serious election issue and the debate reaching everywhere from kitchen tables to pubs, talkback radio, TV and the water cooler, it was no surprise to see the TV and newspaper cameras out and about at festivals last week. Between the often bizarre interviews with attendees and photos that included a shot of a young girl taking a selfie while on an ambulance stretcher, one thing was proven: pill testing would not save people from themselves. I don’t want to sound like an old fella lecturing the ‘young people’ of today (especially given I’d like to still be considered young!) but it’s pretty obvious that in your teens and early 20s, you’re still pretty naive about the world around you. And such an attitude was evident in the discussions with festival attendees last weekend, many of whom clearly believe that taking drugs can be safe, as long as the pill is tested beforehand. Black and white, apparently. Nevermind about other impacts that could lead to illness and death, whether it be heat exhaustion, dehydration, overdoses, addiction or a litany of other issues that can come from drug use. Would pill testing make taking drugs safer? Of course there’s an argument for that to some extent, but it doesn’t outweigh the argument for trying to stamp them out altogether, or at least reducing their impact.

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“Who knows how many lives the police presence and hardline approach to drugs at music festivals has saved”

Constantly over the length of this debate I’ve heard the catch-cry that we’re “losing the war on drugs”. I find that a pretty simplistic and illinformed argument. After all, thousands of people continue to get caught drink driving and speeding each year, and hundreds tragically die on our roads, but nobody could say we’re losing the war on road safety. Who knows how many lives the police presence and hardline approach to drugs at music festivals has saved. When we see somebody charged with drug supply, perhaps with hundreds of pills on their body, that’s hundreds of pills that didn’t end up down the throat of a young person. Maybe hundreds of lives saved. There is no “winning” the war. We will still have drug deaths in this country for as long as we’re all here, just as we’ll have fatalities on our roads. Why? Because some people simply don’t listen, or think they’re bullet-proof.

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And just like we’ll continue to have random breath testing to stop and deter drink driving, and speed cameras to slow people down, we’ll have police at music festivals in an effort to reduce the toll of tragedy as much as we can. There is no question that our drug education needs to be better, and clearly we’ve failed the current generation of young people in this regard. It’s never too late, however, to make a difference. With this now an election issue, let’s hope we see some additional funding committed to large- scale education campaigns about the dangers of drugs in the coming months. Such campaigns have been largely effective when it comes to smoking, drink driving and speeding. There’s no doubt it could make a significant dent in drug taking too. And another thing... What about the rise of young Penrith cricketer Pat Cummins? Just when you thought Australian cricket was well and truly down the toilet, a Penrith boy gives it some light at the end of the tunnel. There is no question Cummins is establishing himself as one of the sport’s real international stars. After 19 tests, he has 90 wickets. If he keeps going at that rate he will become one of the all-time greats. Cummins is now the third ranked bowler in world cricket. This hasn’t been the most ideal summer for Aussie cricket, but Cummins will emerge as the sport’s shining light as it re- builds its shattered reputation and wins back fans in the coming years.

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Worrying gaps emerge As the NDIS roll-out continues, organisations like LPF struggle with demand

here’s no doubt that as the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) rolls out across the country, the access to disability support is expanding. But with every success there are downfalls, as the scheme begins to spread itself thin leaving areas like Penrith with severe staff shortages. Local NDIS provider, the Luke Priddis Foundation (LPF), has paved the way for support services in the community. But as their waiting list grows, the desperate need for more clinicians is beginning to weigh down on the facility. LPF General Manager, John Thain, said the centre desperately needs an occupational therapist or psychologist. “It’s incredibly difficult to attract or get people for providers for the NDIS in Penrith and western Sydney, there’s just not enough to go around,” he said. “Some of it is the distance, they just don’t want to come out west and with others there’s not enough to go around. “I think the NDIS has been incredibly successful, sure there’s hiccups but you’re going to have that with a scheme on a national level, it’s going to take time to even out.”

For occupational therapists in particular, there are a lot of different job paths on the horizon. Aged care, hospitals, rehab, and work- related rehab are some of the most common paths that new graduates choose to take. Mr Thain said universities need to equip and direct students into child disability work as he fears the problem will only worsen as the NDIS continues to grow. “I’ve been trying to get a psychologist for the last couple of months, advertising on Facebook, Linkedin, professional magazines but it’s just really difficult,” he said. Mr Thain said the problem will only grow as the NDIS roll-out continues and the population in areas such as Penrith continues to grow. “So many more people have access to therapies and early intervention work, which has been really successful and great but we just haven’t got the people at the moment to cater for all of it,” he said. “Our population is ageing, so aged care is growing meaning we’re only going to need more, it’s a skill shortage and we’re just really wanting to bring attention to that.” Mr Thain believes the NDIS along with the State and Federal Government need to consider allied health and the ways this could be used to ensure that these shortages are controlled in the future.

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Honours for volunteers Passionate locals humbled after being bestowed OAMs on Australia Day NICOLA BARTON

wo of Penrith’s most dedicated residents have been recognised after receiving a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM). As part of the Australia Day 2019 Honours List, Penrith resident Vincent Le Breton and St Marys local Maree Johnson were highlighted for their outstanding contribution to the Penrith community. Mr Le Breton, who was recognised for his devotion to junior rugby league, said the medal is a great achievement. “I’ve lived in the Penrith area all of my life, I got involved with what is now Brothers Junior Rugby League Club in 1990. Nearly 30 years I’ve been involved for now and I’ve been President for about 19 years,” he told the Weekender. “Originally my son started playing, so I thought I’d get involved but I never went in there with the intention of doing what I’ve done. I just fell in love with the place and couldn’t get away from it. “It’s a recognition of a lot of work done but at the same time there’s been a lot of people that have helped me along the way. My wife and family have been very supportive.” As an ex- servicewoman herself, Mrs Johnson has been heavily invested in supporting veterans and their wives, which she said is very close to her heart. “Our Nepean Wives of Vietnam Veterans Support Group has been going for 20 years

Maree Johnson and Vincent Le Breton were among those honoured on Australia Day. Photo: Melinda Jane now and I make quilts for servicemen who are overseas just to let them know that we care about what they’re doing,” she told the Weekender. “It’s an absolute honour and a real shock to be given a medal for something you love doing.”

Both Mr Le Breton and Mrs Johnson said they were in disbelief when they were told the news, but were humbled to be recognised for their passions. “A lot of people receive an OAM for their job, I feel really honoured that people who are volunteering are being recognised in

this way for dedicating their own time without getting paid a cent,” Mr Le Breton said. Meanwhile, John Hughes, who works with the NSW Police Radio Operations unit in Penrith, was also recognised with an OAM for his community work.

Geographical Names Board seeks public comment on plan to amend suburb boundaries in Penrith Local Government Area The Geographical Names Board is seeking public comment on a proposal to amend the suburb boundaries of Llandilo, Jordan Springs and St Marys in the Penrith Local Government Area. The proposal is to incorporate the area known as ‘Central Precinct’ and adjoining open space into the suburb of Jordan Springs, which will in turn amend the

boundaries of Llandilo and St Marys. The proposal is due to the new development in the ‘Central Precinct’ being closely aligned with the character of the existing suburb of Jordan Springs. Chair of the Geographical Names Board Narelle Underwood said an important element of determining place names and boundaries is endeavouring to meet the

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abor has promised to put an end to over- development in Penrith by directing the Greater Sydney Commission (GSC) to revise unfair housing targets. Shadow Minister for Planning Tania Mihailuk visited Penrith on Tuesday and said existing targets were deliberately disadvantaging some parts of Sydney, forcing them to bear the brunt of rampant residential development. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Premier is presiding over a planning regime in NSW that puts developers first at the expense of our communities,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got communities across western Sydney being clobbered with over development, whilst communities in the Premierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very own backyard are not accepting their fair share.â&#x20AC;? Opposition Leader Michael Daley is committing to take the GSC back to the drawing board if elected in March. Figures from the GSC district plans show that Hunters Hill is expected to take only 150 new dwellings over five years, while Penrithâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s target of 6,600 exceeds this figure by 44 times.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Liberals treat western Sydney like a dumping ground for development. I am proud that a Daley Labor Government will put people first in Sydneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s planning framework,â&#x20AC;? Londonderry MP Prue Car said. Ms Car noted a trend across certain councils with targets of 300 dwellings for Mosman and Woollahra and 1,250 dwellings for the Premierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own council of Willoughby. State Labor Candidate for Penrith, Karen McKeown, said Penrith Council has lost control with developers in the driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seat. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I have so many people come to me with this issue, our roads simply canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cope, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nowhere to park and we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t move around the city,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happened is these local planning panels have been put in place but only require one local to be on them, locals simply donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the voice as to what their city looks like.â&#x20AC;? Ms McKeown said over- development is the number one issue raised with her by local residents as they are fed up with congestion and high rise construction. The topic is set to be a battleground issue that could swing many voters as they go to the polls.

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Federal candidate Tyndall to contest State Election as well

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ndependent Candidate for Lindsay, Mark Tyndall, has announced that he will now also be running for Penrith at the upcoming State Election. Mr Tyndall said the huge variety of topics discussed with him by locals is the key reason for his decision to launch a State campaign. “While I have been campaigning at a Federal level, the average punter does not see a difference, they just want honest advocacy and authentic representation on the issues impacting their lives,” he said. “I get questions on population and immigration policy right after a question

about traffic lights or roundabouts at the end of a voter’s street.” Mr Tyndall said he was keen to make a difference in the community and wasn’t too concerned about having to juggle separate campaigns. “Like many, I look up and see the major parties too busy fighting each other, to fight for you or me,” he said. “So instead of complaining, I want to get busy changing the status quo, and give the community an independent voice in every way possible.” Mr Tyndall will take on sitting Penrith MP Stuart Ayres and Labor’s Karen McKeown at the March election. One Nation candidate Carl Halley and Independents James Aitken, Gabrielle McIntosh and Marcus Cornish are also running.

ocal business owner Belinda Hill has been confirmed as the Liberal Party’s candidate for Londonderry at next month’s State Election. As a construction business owner and former Royal Australian Navy sailor, Mrs Hill is a long- term resident of Londonderry where she and her husband raised their two children. With extensive business experience, having owned and operated two retail stores and now a successful local construction business, the Liberal Party believes she is well placed to support the small business community within the Londonderry electorate. “I’ve built many houses across this region, and I deeply care about the future of people who have made them their homes,” Mrs Hill said. “The Liberal Government has made a huge difference in the lives of our community, delivering strong policies that continue to support local families and our small businesses.” Mrs Hill said she had the work ethic and the resilience to represent her community in State Parliament should she topple sitting Labor MP Prue Car. “If I am elected in March, I will fight for continued investment in infrastructure and transport in our community, as well as ensuring the delivery of new schools

Liberal candidate Belinda Hill and improved health and aged care services for western Sydney,” she said. Labor is confident it will retain Londonderry, after Ms Car attracted a 14.2 per cent swing to her at the last election. Ms Car this week urged her new opponent to answer questions about Jordan Springs Primary School, tolls on the M4 Motorway, over - development, school capacity and the Castlereagh Freeway Corridor. Donald Modarelli of the Christian Democratic Party will also contest Londonderry.

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A former Colyton High School student has escaped jail time after becoming involved in a luxury car rebirthing syndicate. Penrith District Court heard Reannan Hazel Mary Donald, 23, served as a “look out” on two occasions when her co-offender and then boyfriend, Luke Krasser, of Plumpton, broke into houses and stole keys before using them to drive off with high-performance vehicles, which he onsold for cash. The single mother-of-one was sentenced to 18 months in jail on Tuesday, but will serve her sentence in the community by way of Intensive Corrections Order after Judge Stephen Hanley SC determined that more emphasis should be placed on her rehabilitation. After police initiated an investigation of Krasser for the theft of high-end motor vehicles across Sydney and the Central Coast, Donald was sprung in telephone intercepts talking about her involvement. She was subsequently placed at the scene of two break and enters, which saw Krasser steal a $121,000 Mercedes Benz from Breakfast Point, as well as a late model Jeep Jerokee, valued at $76,000 new, from Norah Head. The court heard her role was limited to being a look out and on the second occasion, assisting in driving the stolen vehicle away. Her lawyer argued that while they were “extremely serious matters”, Donald’s moral capability was “significantly less” than the ring leader, Krasser, as she did not plan the criminal activity and did not enter the premises. Krasser is currently serving a six-year, eight-month sentence for 12 aggravated break and enters. The court heard Donald, who had no prior criminal history, was brought up in a “stable and loving environment” but was “vulnerable” and suffering from post-traumatic stress when she began a relationship with Krasser.

Judge Stanley said it was “unfortunate and surprising” Donald had became involved in the “commission of such serious offences”. He found she had good prospects of rehabilitation and would unlikely reoffend. He said the tragedy of these types of offences was that law-abiding citizens also paid a price. “Ultimately the community has to pay greater premiums for their motor vehicles and their homes,” he said. The man who helped dispose of at least four of the stolen vehicles also learned his fate on Tuesday. Harry Kalal, 22, played an “integral and important” role by “having buyers at the ready” when Krasser came calling, Penrith District Court heard. Satisfying a personal cocaine habit was the motivator behind Kalal’s offending, his lawyer submitted. But the Crown cast doubts over the extent of his drug addiction, saying the $500 cut that Kalal received for selling each car “would not even touch the sides” of an eight gram a day habit, which he claimed to have at the time. Judge Stephen Hanley SC found Kalal “clearly knew the cars were stolen”, which was evidenced by the pair selling them for such a miniscule amount. Over the course of three months, Kalal and Krasser negotiated the sale of at least four stolen vehicles for no more than $5,000 each. Two of the cars have never been recovered. The court heard the men would speak in a “secret code” and formed part of a “very well-organised” group that demonstrated a “degree of sophistication”. Judge Hanley said while Kalal was not involved in the actual thefts, he provided an “important link”, acting as a “conduit” for Krasser to dispose of the vehicles. The Crown conceded Kalal’s moral culpability was lower than Krasser’s, but said without his list of prospective buyers the crimes may never have transpired.

“If there is no need created for this then the offences may not have occurred,” the solicitor for the Director of Public Prosecutions said. The court heard the 22-year-old, who spent 55 days in pre-sentence custody, had not re-offended since his arrest 18 months ago and had since married and welcomed a child. Judge Stanley accepted Kalal, who was now employed full-time as a truck driver, was trying to live a “pro-social existence” and was “thankful for his arrest”. His mother sobbed as Judge Stanley handed him a two-year jail sentence, but the outburst soon turned to relief when His Honour indicated he could serve his term in the community by way of Intensive Corrections Order. He was also ordered to perform 150 hours of community service work.

Naughty driver may be given chance to attend program

A repeat driving offender and fuel thief may be released from prison earlier than expected after a judge reluctantly agreed to have him assessed for a rehabilitation program. John Mathew Bischof, 27, is currently serving an 18-month sentence with a nine-month non-parole period after he was busted driving while disqualified five times in four months. Forming part of his sentence were also multiple dishonesty offences, which the court heard involved stealing petrol. During his severity appeal at Penrith District Court on Tuesday, his lawyer asked His Honour Stephen Hanley SC to consider allowing Bischof to be assessed for a six-month rehabilitation program, which aimed to equip him with life skills and prevent him from re-offending. “They’re not unreasonable sentences,” Judge Hanley told him, noting the 27-year-old had a “long criminal history”. When it was the Crown’s turn to address His Honour, the solicitor for the Director of Public Prosecutions painted

a disturbing picture. She said in addition to the driving while disqualified charges, Bischof had racked up 11 convictions for speeding as a learner driver, having only received his learner’s permit in 2017. She also appeared to infer that he may have driven illegally more times than he was charged – pointing out the stealing petrol offences did not align with the dates the offender had been caught driving while disqualified. “Are you suggesting he was driving?” Judge Hanley queried. “It’s open to the court,” came her reply. She said a custodial sentence would serve as a deterrent “when nothing else appeared to be deterring him”. “He was put on notice every single time yet he continued to drive,” she said. The court heard Bischof would need to be granted bail to attend the program and it would be a condition of his bail that he stay there. Judge Hanley agreed to allow him to be assessed, but warned Bischof he may not grant the special order even if he is deemed suitable. His matter was adjourned to March 1.

Man smoked marijuana before getting behind the wheel

An unlicenced man busted driving with drugs in his system has been ordered off the road for six months. Bryden Younes fronted Penrith Local Court on Tuesday charged with driving with an illicit substance present in his blood. The court heard Younes admitted when he was pulled over to smoking marijuana the previous day. Magistrate Anthony Spence noted it was the defendant’s second offence of this type and warned him against driving after taking drugs. “Thing is, it impairs your capacity to drive a motor vehicle properly,” he said. He was convicted, fined $600 for the drug driving matter and $600 for being a never licenced driver.

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Two men have been charged with alleged drug supply following an investigation that began late last year. Police allege that two men supplied drugs, believed to be MDMA, on two separate occasions in December 2018. Following inquiries, on Wednesday, January 23, the pair attended Lord Sheffield Circuit with the alleged intention of supplying drugs. The 23 and 25-year-old were arrested and taken to Penrith Police Station. Police executed search warrants at homes on Jenkins Avenue in Penrith, and Stingray Street in Cranebrook, and at a Penrith storage unit. During the search of the Penrith home, police seized a substance believed to be MDMA, and other drug-related items. The older man was charged with ‘supply prohibited drug small quantity’ x3, ‘supply prohibited drug between indictable and commercial quantity’, and ‘supply prohibited drugs on an ongoing basis’. The younger man was charged with ‘supply prohibited drug small quantity’ x3, ‘supply prohibited drug between indictable and commercial quantity’, ‘supply prohibited drugs on an ongoing basis’, and ‘recklessly deal with proceeds of crime’.

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old Nepalese National man was found in the water. This matter is now with the Coroner. The Nepalese Consulate has been notified and is liaising with the Coroner to have the body transferred.

Glenmore Park: Mail thieves charged with multiple offences

A 31-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman have been charged with fraud after being caught stealing mail on The Carriageway in Glenmore Park. During the afternoon of Monday, January 21 it was reported to police that the pair were looking through the contents of several letter boxes. On Tuesday, January 22 in the same vicinity, police who were patrolling the area noticed the persons of interest sitting in a parked car. Upon development of suspicion, police searched the vehicle and located a bank cheque, driver’s licence and debit card. Police obtained a search warrant for their Middleton Grange address on the same day where they located multiple driver’s licences in various names, mail, fake driver’s licences and equipment to create fake licences. Both parties were charged with ‘larceny’, ‘receiving stolen property’ and ‘possess identity information with intent to commit offence’.

North St Marys: Men injured after group throws rocks

Investigations are continuing following an assault on Saturday, January 26 at 7.15pm. Two males were driving home on Magnolia Street in North St Marys when a group of men threw rocks at their car. Upon pulling into their driveway the victims were approached by the four offenders who continued to throw rocks, hitting the victims in the head and legs. A fight pursued along the street. The group fled the scene and police attended. Investigations continue.

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ith the Federal Election just months away, we sit down with Labor candidate Diane Beamer to ask her why she’s the right choice for Lindsay residents, and what she believes the big issues will be for the local community when they go to the polls... Why do you want to represent Lindsay? I’ve lived in this area for more than 50 years and represented it at local and state levels for more than 20 years. I love this community. It’s where I raised my six children, it’s where I’m a grandmother to seven grandchildren, and I worry about how the Morrison Government’s failures will adversely affect theirs and the community’s futures. It’s why I came back to public life – to work for better outcomes for families who, like mine, love this community. Already, we’ve seen how the chaos in Canberra resulted in NBN and energy policy failures. What are the main Federal issues you are passionate about? There are many issues at this election but among the key ones are better access to the NBN and our energy policy. How can

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but I’m no stranger to hard work. When first elected as MP for Badgerys Creek, my winning margin was just 107 votes. I did that by door-knocking relentlessly, by talking with voters every day, by listening to their concerns and their hopes, and by fighting on their issues. This election, I again will leave nothing in the tank. If elected, what type of leader will you be for the community? I want to be a good listener and a dependable representative. I want an electorate office door always open to assist constituents and I want this community to know I will be there for them. I’m not interested in anything beyond serving them. How has the public reacted to you so far during your meet and greets? Responses have been really positive, from residents who remember my time as a State MP and from families new to the area. Already on the hustings, our campaign has been inundated with volunteers’ offers of help. But we’ve got to keep up the hard work to earn the support necessary to secure Lindsay in safe Labor hands. Regardless of whether Labor or Liberal win the seat, a woman will represent

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Liberals push to win back Three years after Fiona Scott’s shock loss to Emma Husar, Melissa McIntosh offers NICOLA BARTON

fter losing Lindsay to Labor in a major upset at the last election, the Liberal Party is hoping to claw back the seat via Melissa McIntosh, who sat down with the Weekender as her campaign gets into full swing... Why do you want to represent Lindsay? As a mother, I understand day- to- day pressures families across this community are under. I want to ensure that our community continues to benefit from the economic leadership of the Morrison Liberal Government. We’re taking pressure off families by lowering the cost of living for households and businesses through tax relief and access to affordable and reliable energy. There are more than 13,000 businesses in western Sydney, driving our local economy, and I am running because I want them to know that their Member of Parliament is behind them and helping them do better. What are the main Federal issues you are passionate about? I am really passionate about supporting locals – whether through employment opportunities, or helping to ensure

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Lindsay with fresh face the Liberal Party a refreshed approach as it aims to secure critical seat essential services such as health care and education, or making sure that we help relieve some of the cost of living pressures that have a real impact on household budgets. How will you use your skills and experiences to deliver what the electorate needs? Over the past few years I’ve been working to help address the affordable housing and homelessness situation in western Sydney, and as part of this work I created a project to help people in social housing find financial independence and the opportunity to rent their own home. What do you think it’s going to take to secure the seat? It’s going to take a lot of hard work. I’ve been out across the community, meeting with people and listening to their concerns. I keep hearing that people feel like that their representatives are not putting the community first, and I want to shatter that impression. If elected, what type of leader will you be for the community? I think leadership is really about listening and acting for those around you. I want to be a champion for our community.

I want to take up the fight both locally and in Canberra, to make sure we’re listened to and continue to receive the support and investment for local schools, hospitals, roads and recreation facilities. I want to promote our region to attract more tourists, new businesses and jobs, and see our local economy grow. I will also work hard to protect our natural environment and our special character, and fight for a greater investment in our sports and recreational facilities to encourage healthy and active lifestyles for future generations. How have the public reacted to you so far during your meet and greets? I think it’s fair to say that locals want someone who listens to them and puts their interests first. Sadly many people feel as though this hasn’t been the case over the past couple of years. I’ve been out and about at train stations, door knocking, shopping centres, visiting small businesses – listening to people from across our community – and I’ve found that people really appreciate the opportunity to be heard and have their views considered. Regardless if the Labor or Liberal Party win, a woman will represent Lindsay – how important do you believe this is?

Melissa McIntosh has been speaking with locals at train stations. Photo: Facebook I believe that people want someone who will listen to their views and concerns, and champion their local community, regardless of gender. I think it’s important that people look at what an individual brings, what they’ve done in the community to

help others, what they represent, and what they will deliver. I want to represent the people of Lindsay, in a Morrison Liberal Government, so that we can continue to grow and prosper as a community and reap the benefits of our strong economy.

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Toddler in hospital A toddler was rushed to hospital after being pulled from an inflatable swimming pool at Ropes Crossing on Tuesday night. The two-year- old boy was found by his family face down in the pool around 7pm. Emergency crews were called to the scene, including the CareFlight rescue helicopter, which landed a few hundred metres from the house. “NSW Police met the landing helicopter and conveyed CareFlight’s critical care team to the residence to assist NSW Ambulance paramedics who had provided initial treatment,” a CareFlight spokesperson said. The toddler was taken to Westmead Children’s Hospital by road ambulance, and was in a critical condition upon arrival.

Airport design plan Leading airport designers will team up with university students with a link to western Sydney to pitch for a chance to design Western Sydney Airport’s terminal. Western Sydney Airport CEO Graham Millett said the airport has called for expressions of interest from firms with experience designing a comparable airport in the past five years. “We’re going to ensure that western Sydney will be proud of the airport’s terminal – but we want a design that prioritises pleasing our future passengers,” Mr Millett said. Firms pitching for the project will have to outline how they plan to involve university students.

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I feel extremely saddened for the Pham family over the loss of their son but because people choose to take drugs should not mean that a festival should be banned (Time to face the music, Weekender January 25). We have been lucky that none of our children took that sad and sicken road called drugs. I cannot think of anything worse than having to bury your own child because of choices they made. Our children have said that people choose drugs because they are cheaper than alcohol and the effects last longer. I know when a very close friend of ours lost her daughter in a high speed car crash she didn’t ask for cars to be banned. She asked her daughter’s friends to slow down when driving. Families need to have the hard discussions with their children over incidents such as these and try to make them realise the choices they make could be their last. Especially choices that are illegal. KAREN BURTON, PENRITH

What are we celebrating? It may be that a majority of Australians support the present date, but, on a poll last year, only 37 per cent knew what the date was celebrating (Editor’s Desk, Weekender January 25). I suspect that, if the majority knew the significance of the date, there would be much greater support for a change. Certainly, if our

politicians and community leaders had any sense of justice and social cohesion they would be leading the charge for a change. When, in 1888, Sir Henry Parkes was planning the upcoming celebrations of the Centenary, he was asked what was being planned for Aboriginal people in the events. Parkes retorted, ‘And remind them that we have robbed them?’; a harsh, but truthful response, far from the attitude of most current politicians. It is not as if January 26th is rooted deep in Australian history as Australia Day – it has only been that date since 1945. Prior to that, the various states all had their own anniversary days, even after Federation, and in New South Wales it was celebrated as Foundation Day or First Landing Day. The first “Australia Day” was actually held on July 30, 1915 to raise funds for the World War I effort. And the opposition by the Aboriginal people precedes Australia Day – the Aborigines Progressive Association held its first day of mourning on 26th January 1938. By all means celebrate 26th January – it is a highly significant event in our history, but as First Fleet Day, or Foundation Day, and settle on a date significant for all Australians for an Australia Day we can all celebrate. Quite simply, if Australia Day is to be a day for all Australians, it cannot be 26th January – a day of mourning for the Aboriginal people. MICHAEL MAGUIRE, EMU PLAINS

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Open your heart to kids in need NICOLA BARTON

hen Cambridge Park resident Jodie Heterick was 18 weeks pregnant, she received news that no mother wants to hear. Her beautiful baby-to-be had congenital heart disease, a series of very large holes that would require open heart surgery to repair. At just 20-months-old, her daughter Reeve underwent the major operation and now, at two- and- a- half- years- old, is finally able to run around with her brothers and sisters. “From the moment she was diagnosed it definitely changed us as a family and the way we think and look at life, it was really hard on all of us not knowing if they were going to be able to help her and seeing her in pain,” Ms Heterick said. “Reeve will need to see a cardiologist for the rest of her life, she still has other little issues with her heart that they have to keep a close eye on but overall the surgery was a success and she’s doing amazing, so that’s all we can ask for.” During her daughter’s journey, Ms Heterick turned to Instagram where she stumbled across the HeartKids account.

It was here that she met other parents in similar situations, which soon grew into a large support network. “Sometimes you feel alone in this, it’s scary, but to meet other people and to talk to them and hear their stories was really important for me as a mum to understand what this meant for our family,” Ms Heterick said. Now, for the second year running, Ms Heterick and her family will raise money for HeartKids by hosting a morning tea bake sale and sausage sizzle. “Last year was such a huge success, raising $15,000 with a great turnout. We even had other families in similar situations come down to meet Reeve. It was really special and emotional for me,” Ms Heterick said. Each February HeartKids hold a fundraiser for children living with heart diseases. This year their theme ‘show your heart’ will run for the whole of February, to raise awareness as 1 in 100 children are born with the condition. Ms Heterick’s fundraiser will run from 8am to 2pm on Tuesday, February 26 at Nepean Boltmasters. She said the Penrith community has a big heart and hopes to raise as much money as they can.

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I would like to congratulate the Penrith residents and community organisations who have received the City’s recognition for their outstanding achievements and service to our community. Each of the recipients deserve recognition for their time, effort and dedication to our City. Penrith’s Citizen of the Year has been awarded to Mrs Farah Madon. Farah is dedicated to supporting people with a disability throughout Penrith, advocating for their rights and working towards achieving accessibility to the built environment and services to all, regardless of their physical abilities. Local Appreciation Awards were presented to Ms Grace Brinckley OAM; Ms Joh Dickens; Mrs Marlene Harris; Mr Sean Hogan and Ms Melissa Spurrier for their contributions to local community causes. These winners show unfailing dedication to helping people connect in ways that make a real difference, such as providing traineeship opportunities; mental health support for men; gifts for disadvantaged children; work attire for women in refuges; fundraising for vulnerable people and bringing hope to elderly residents.

These activities are not just a laundry list of achievements – they make a huge difference to real people. They may be the activity an older person in a home looks forward to all week. The meal that a homeless person might not otherwise have. The Christmas on which a child might feel forgotten. The lifeline for a young man who does not know what to do. Our Community Group Award has been awarded to Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade. Over the last 48 years, the Brigade has offered 24/7 support from their volunteers and are one of the busiest in the Penrith area. When we asked for your nominations, we asked who made you feel proud to live in Penrith and proud to be Australian. These people make me truly proud. With their lead, it’s a timely reminder for us to go into 2019 with the spirit of community and contribution – let’s share the best of ourselves with others. Congratulations to each of our award recipients and thank you for your outstanding contribution to our community.

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hen Jamisontown resident Alexander Hale was just 10- years- old, he decided to start growing his hair in the hope to one day donate it to Wigs for Kids. Now, four years on and with hair down to his shoulder blades, the 14-year-old is raising money for the Leukemia Foundation as he sets out to shave his head in front of his peers at Jamison High School. It hasn’t been the easiest of journeys, as Alexander said before the man bun phenomenon he did receive flack for his long locks. “I got a lot of comments about looking like a girl but people can say what they want, I know I’m doing it for a good cause,” he said. “I just hope it shows people that they can make a difference as well, anyone can do it and at the end of the day it’s just hair.” When Alexander reached Year 7, he was inspired by other kids at his high school who took part in their World’s Greatest Shave assembly. It was then that he decided he wanted to do both, chop off his ponytail for Wigs for Kids and shave his head for the Leukemia Foundation. “Kids watch a lot of TV, seeing other kids in hospital and I think everyone’s always got a cancer story. He’s a really

Alexander Hale. Photo: Melinda Jane inquisitive kid, an old soul, so I don’t really know why he wanted to do it but we are just so proud of him for sticking it out,” Alexander’s mum Amber Thomas said. “We asked him at the end of last year if he was still going to go through with it and he said yes. He’s been adamant and stuck through it despite copping a lot of flack about it over the years.” Last Sunday Alexander set up his donation page and within days it had already reached half of his $1500 goal. He’s now less than $200 away. Alexander will take up the brave challenge on Wednesday, March 13. To donate, visit bit.ly/2HFgFIa.

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hen Cranebrook resident Amanda Bowerman was just five weeks out from her family’s dream holiday, she was diagnosed with a rare and incurable lung disease. After selling their home to buy a camper trailer, the family of five planned to travel around the entire country. With a sudden influx of specialist appointments and tests, combined with days off work, the funds for their trip of a lifetime dwindled. “I was devastated. I think about our three- year- old and what that means for

her, I don’t know if I’m even going to be here in 10 years, or stuck in a bed on full time oxygen, we don’t have a lot of answers,” Mrs Bowerman said. Now, her husband Heath Cuscuna has organised a Gofundme campaign to raise money to send the family on their dream holiday. The family are teaming up with the Pulmonary Hypertension Association to spread awareness about the disease whilst on their tour of Australia. They will be selling merchandise and fundraising along the way as a way to raise awareness and money to go towards finding a cure. To donate, visit https://www.gofundme. com/amanda-around-australia.

hen Silverdale resident Alison Thomas was rushed to Liverpool Hospital, doctors told her family that she had only 12 hours to live. Now, five years on, she is partaking in a 12km run hosted by partners RunWest and the Can Too Foundation to raise vital funds for cancer research. Ms Thomas was diagnosed with APML leukemia, which 10 years ago was considered one of the most deadly forms, but thanks to successful research now has the highest survival rate. “When I was in hospital, all of the family came in and saw me and they were all crying and I didn’t know why, I never thought I was going to die, there’s no cancer in my family and no one told me what the doctor had told them,” she said. “If it wasn’t for Can Too, I wouldn’t be here today as it’s the research they do that helped to keep me alive.” On Sunday, March 31 she will join thousands of other cancer survivors as they embark on a fun run through the new Sydney Zoo. Ms Thomas has begun a 10-week training program at the Sydney Motorsport Park in Eastern Creek as the foundation prepares them for the run. “It’s so important to raise money so we can continue to find cures for cancer,” Ms Thomas said.

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Alison Thomas. Photo: Melinda Jane The course starts at Sydney Motorsport Park, runs through the Sydney Zoo and the Western Sydney Parklands, followed by Blacktown International Sportspark and will finish at the West HQ precinct. “Our shared vision with RunWest is to promote healthy lifestyles in western Sydney, which sadly is over represented in cancer rates,” Can Too Chief Executive Officer Peter McLean said. “By engaging and inspiring individuals and the community to achieve personal health and wellbeing goals, that in turn can prevent up to a third of cancers, which are lifestyle related.” To register, visit www.cantoo.org.au/ event/runwest-fun-run-2019.

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HOUSE WITH NO STEPS is a leading Disability Service Provider and employer of people with a disability. Our businesses include a diverse range of industries including Facility Services, a team of supported employees and staff conducting gardening, landscaping and cleaning services throughout NSW and Qld. Our staff work closely with our supported employees in an inclusive and empowering team environment. As a large not-for-profit organisation, we offer a wide range of work that helps our teams’ develop their skills, establish career goals and paths in a supportive environment. Due to the continued expansion of our Facility Services business in Sydney, we currently have multiple full-time positions available for team members with experience in gardening. Whether you like to lead or be part of a small supportive team, the role will involve working at a wide variety of sites doing a range of gardening tasks. Full training will be provided to applicants who can demonstrate their ability to work as part of a cohesive and supportive team, and have a true desire to transition to this type of work. People with disabilities are also encouraged to apply for positions within the Facility Services teams. We are a large not-for-profit organisation that offers a wide range of jobs for people with disabilities. To be considered for these positions applicants need to address the following minimum selection criteria. • • • • •

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018 was a roller coaster ride for the social media giant that is Facebook. Although Facebook was plagued by security issues and controversies, there were also a lot of new and exciting features introduced. New policies and algorithms were also rolled out, which reshaped the Facebook advertising landscape. With the first month of 2019 now over (how quick did it go!), let us look back to the major changes that rocked Facebook and how these changes will affect businesses this year. Let’s go over them one by one… Data security scandal This is a major turning point for the social media giant that pushed them into the spotlight (and Mark Zuckerberg into the hot seat). An all-out investigation of the data breach ensued, and Facebook’s data and security policies were scrutinised. Because of this scandal, Facebook was forced to roll out various updates and it even prompted the implementation of General Data Protection Regulation. New algorithm was introduced

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ENTERTAINMENT

60 years of hits and memories EMILY FESZCZUK

igger Revell is inviting everyone to celebrate his 60th anniversary of being an Australian rocker this February in an amazing afternoon of music and memories in his show ‘The Best Years of Our Lives!’ featuring Vicky O’Keefe. The spectacular seniors show will transport audiences back to the days of live music on TV shows like ‘Bandstand’, ‘Teen Time’ and ‘Six O’clock Rock’ with Digger performing his top hits like his personal favourite ‘Somewhere Over

The Rainbow’. He covers 60’s classics, rockabilly and even some country ballads along with tributes to some of the great artists of the time such as Al Jolson. Digger has worked with plenty of big stars during his career, but he struggles to go past ‘The Wild One’ as his most memorable. “By far the greatest rocker and performer I have ever worked with in my 60 years, is our own Johnny O’Keefe,” he said. “His showmanship and charisma were unbelievable. What he could do to an audience, I can never forget.” Marking 40 years since O’Keefe’s passing, the show features a tribute from none

other than his daughter Vicky O’Keefe that features some of his signature songs in an emotional set. “It is a thrill to join up with Johnny’s lovely daughter Vicky for this special show,” Digger said. “Vicky is a tremendous artist and her old dad would be so proud of her”. Digger has had plenty of practice performing, from his first shows at regular teenage dances at the Blue Danube Ballroom at Richmond way back in 1958 to large crowds on TV, in stadiums and even in war torn Vietnam for three and a half years for troops during 11 tours, then around the United States of America right up to until now.

Digger is more than ready to take on a new show and has no signs of slowing down, especially given the fans are still cheering him on. “The fans just won’t let me retire,” he said. “I gotta admit, I love the shows even more today, and for some reason at near 76, I am entertaining audiences better than ever.” Digger Revell and Vicky O’Keefe’s ‘The Best Years of Our Lives’ will be on at the EVAN Theatre in Penrith on Sunday, February 24 at 4pm. Tickets are $32.40. To book or for more information call 1300 PANTHERS or visit Penrith. panthers.com.au.

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Diamonds are forever EMILY FESZCZUK

eter Byrne is ready to transform on stage during ‘The Forever Diamond Show’ to pay tribute to the legendary Neil Diamond and his 40 years of music. The show is so good that it has impressed Diamond’s very own pianist Tom Hensley, who gave Peter the seal of approval after seeing a show on the last Australian tour. Peter is back, better than ever to celebrate the greatest hits, covering albums such as ‘Hot August Night’ and ‘The Jazz Singer’.

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being rescued by a German ship, these experiences make for stories that will make you cry, yet Anh does it in such a way that will have you laughing and ultimately having a night at the theatre full of happiness. ‘The Happiest Refugee Live’ will be at The Joan in Penrith on Friday, February 15 and Tuesday, February 19 at 8pm. Tickets start from $59.90. To book or for more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www.thejoan.com.au.

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nh Do is a talented actor, artist, comedian and of course story teller. The Vietnamese - born Australian author wrote his autobiography in 2010 describing how his family fled as refugees in 1980. The book captivated the country for his harrowing yet hilarious take on the series of events. Anh’s stage show ‘The Happiest Refugee Live’ takes it a step further, combining stand- up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story. Surviving five days in a fishing boat that was nine and a half metres long and two metres wide, being attacked by not just one but two bands of pirates who stole the boat’s engines, and then

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hey are the rising rock stars of the classical world. The Orava Quartet may be young but have made a big name for themselves with their unique sound that they bring to the classics of the string quartet canon which make for thrilling performances full of passion. Joining up with Australia’s powerhouse opera singer Greta Bradman they are sure to bring the house down with a fresh, fun take on classical music. The boys have been performing at major classical and arts festivals around Australia while also travelling North

America, Asia and the United Arab Emirates after they were signed to Universal Music Australia and selected by Deutsche Grammophon Australia for the label’s historic, first ever recording release in 2018. This year looks set to only gain more praise and attention for the group. If you are a big fan delve a little deeper with a pre-show talk at 6.45pm and a chance to meet the artists after the show. ‘Orava Quartet with Greta Bradman’ will be performing at The Joan in Penrith on Saturday, February 23 at 7.30pm. Tickets start from $30. To book or for more information, call 4723 7600 or visit www.thejoan.com.au.

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, February 1

Rave On – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Live DJ – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 9pm 9625 5500 Endless Summer Beach Party – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Mary’s Karaoke – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 5764 One Hit Wonders – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Flexx Old School Fridays – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 10pm 1800 061991 Hitmakers 4 – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 4773 4444 Live Band – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 Royale with Cheese – O’Donoghues Free entry, 8.30pm 4735 5509

The Angels Show No Secrets – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 5764 Listen To The Movies – Penrith Panthers $32.40, 8pm 1800 061 991 Rough Diamond – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200

Mr James Band St Marys Band Club, 9623 1211 Friday, February 8, 8pm, free entry

The Breakaways Workers Sports, 8822 2444 Saturday, February 2, 8pm, free entry

Franky Valentyn Duo – Hubertus Country Club Free entry, 1pm 4773 4444

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Mike Hallam Hot Five – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Chosen Few – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200

Sips and Sounds Penrith Regional Gallery & Lewers Bequest, 4735 1100 Friday, February 1, 5pm, free entry 90% 90s – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Les Divas – Blacktown Workers From $30, 8pm 9830 0600 Hitmakers 4 – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600

Spina-Benignetti Piano Duo Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub, 4723 5050 Saturday, February 9, 7.30pm, from $15

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Jazz Express – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Too Many Guitars – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Live Band – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 9pm 9625 5500

Burlesque Spectacular Blacktown Workers, 9830 0600 Saturday, February 9, 8pm, from $12

Venus 2 – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Honky Tonks – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Sundays on the Terrace – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 3pm 1800 061991 Steppin’ Out Duo – Workers Sports Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Live Band – O’Donoghues Free entry, 4pm 4735 5509

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Bad 80’s Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Krazy Katz – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777

Sunday, February 10

Dwayne Elix – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Muddy Feet – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 K Brosas – Blacktown Workers From $65, 6pm 9830 0600 The James Lees Duo – Hubertus Country Club Free entry, 1pm 4773 4444 Take A Hit Duo Workers Sports, 8822 2444 Sunday, February 10, 2pm, free entry

Old School Band – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Akinga – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Xtreme Bulls – Jamison Hotel $35, 3pm 4721 5764 Chris Drummond Duo – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600

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Nepean Retired Men’s Club Third Wednesday of each month • 0401 507 260 Seniors & Pensioners Club Tuesdays at 10am 86 Station Street, Penrith Prostate Cancer Support Monthly meetings at St Stephen’s • 1300 133 878 Jordan Springs Probus Club Fourth Tuesday of each month • The Hub at 10am

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One of my absolute favourite shows 

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on Foxtel in recent years was ‘Secret City’, and I’m so happy to inform you that the Logie Award-winning series is returning next month on FOX Showcase. ‘Secret City: Under the Eagle’ is the second instalment of Foxtel’s political drama, which saw star Anna Torv win a Silver Logie for Most Outstanding Actress a few years ago. Torv returns as Harriet Dunkley alongside Jacki Weaver, Sacha Horler, Marcus Graham and Justin Smith. Filmed in Parliament House and locations across Canberra and Sydney, all six episodes will be available for streaming On Demand or screening weekly on FOX Showcase from Monday, March 4 at 8.30pm.

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At the movies... The magic is back! MARY POPPINS RETURNS  2 hours, 10 mins EMILY FESZCZUK

54 years after the beloved original was made, finally comes the sequel musical ‘Mary Poppins Returns’. The film, directed by Rob Marshall (‘Chicago’), carries on in London where Jane and her brother Michael Banks are now all grown up. Emily Blunt stars as the practically perfect Mary Poppins who has returned to help with Michael’s three children along with helping the family find hope again when they risk losing their beloved home to the bank. Full of colour and cheer, the movie follows the classic original closely with catchy songs and amazing

choreographed dance scenes to go with the bright animation and cartoon characters thrown in. Lin - Manuel Miranda gives a great performance as Jack who is a lamplighter and once apprentice of Bert from the original flick. He is a friendly hero who helps his friend Mary and the family where he can. Also staring Colin Firth along with surprise appearances from Meryl Streep, Dick Van Dyke and Angela Lansbury, this star- studded line- up is one to not miss. Whether you have grown up with the Disney classic or have kids who should experience the magic of the movie, you must see it and make a trip down Cherry Tree Lane.

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ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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The New Moon encourages your ambitious goals for the future, as you propel yourself into unchartered territory. With dynamic Mars and adventurous Uranus in your sign, it’s definitely time to be brazenly bold and dazzlingly daring as you initiate ideas, launch projects or make changes. As Alice Walker said: “We should learn to accept that change is truly the only thing that’s going on always, and learn to ride with it and enjoy it”.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

You’ll be in the public eye in some way, as the New Moon stimulates your reputation/career zone. So you could shine at work, school or in a volunteer position. When it comes to your job, are you overdue for a pay rise or a promotion? Are you looking for employment or is it time to change vocation? The challenge is to make paid or volunteer work a pleasure, rather than a chore.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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This week Jupiter encourages good fortune, Mars boosts energy and motivation, and Uranus peaks curiosity. However, just because you’ve got a brilliant idea doesn’t mean you’ve actually achieved anything. With Mars moving through your hopes and wishes zone, it’s time to be proactive about turning your dreams into robust reality. Attached Twins – Venus is visiting your intimacy zone so love and lust are on the menu!

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Have you been hiding away in your cosy Crab cave, hoping your day-to-day life will change? This week Mercury, Mars and Uranus rev up your reputation/life direction sector. So it’s time to bust out of your comfort zone, surprise others with some bold moves, and start making your dreams come true. Sick and tired of being single? Up until March 1, expect plenty of potential partners at your door.

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JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

The New Moon helps you view a close partnership from a surprising new perspective. With a few tweaks, the relationship can be turned around and transformed. You’re also keen to show loved ones how much you care. Avoid being too overprotective though. All relationships need room to breathe and there’s a big difference between loving and smothering. As Charles Dickens said: “A loving heart is the truest wisdom”.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Prepare for a positive and productive week. Monday night’s New Moon encourages you to tweak your timetable, devise a new daily schedule or reboot a work relationship. The Jupiter/Mars/ Uranus connections suit projects that require a curious mind, self-motivation and flexible thinking. So don’t waste the opportunity to communicate with colleagues or learn something new.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Quit sitting on the sidelines and being a wallflower Libra! The New Moon fires up your entertainment zone so shake your tail feather; party like a pro; and spend quality time with special friends who make your heart sing. Venus is visiting your domestic zone until March 1. So it’s the perfect time to patch up a rocky relationship with a frazzled family member, as you hold out the olive branch of peace.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Home sweet home is the place to be, as the New Moon and Mercury light up your domestic zone. Life is busy as family members come and go, plus expect stimulating conversations and contrasting views. It’s also time to be more proactive about improving your health and fitness via a more nutritious diet and a more flexible exercise routine. For some, alternative medicine could help.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Adventurous Archers – with the New Moon and Mercury activating your travel zones, you’re feeling restless and are keen to take a trip somewhere soon. If you can’t jump on a bus, boat, train or plane, then go travelling in your mind via books and movies. All forms of social media are favoured, as you communicate your message to an expanding audience. Thursday and Friday are fabulous days when an opportunity comes your way.

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CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Whatever you do, you’re in for the long run. But, if something isn’t working out, don’t be afraid to change horses mid-stream. Venus is visiting your sign, which encourages you to be flexible as you compromise and negotiate with plenty of Capricorn class and style. The stars also put you in the mood to nurture and reward yourself with some of life’s little luxuries.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Monday night’s New Moon is in Aquarius, so this week you’ll be twice as much fun – and double the trouble. Prepare to be wonderfully inventive … but also wickedly reckless and slightly rebellious. Attached Aquarians – aim to get the balance right between committed coupledom and invigorating independence. Singles – just when you thought it was ancient history, an old romance could be rekindled.

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FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

This week, make sure you surround yourself with positive people who boost your confidence and encourage your dreams. But avoid getting drawn into complicated discussions about money or politics, as misunderstandings are likely. It’s a wonderful week to network with family and friends. You have much to learn from a loved one who has a wealth of knowledge and life experience to share!

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“Is this the famous Lake Palace of India”, asks Jenny from Australia while waiting for a boat to take us to the Neermahal Palace, an imposing edifice set in the middle of a tranquil lake in Tripura where we have arrived to attend the International Tourism Mart focused to enhance tourism to the North Eastern part of the country. It’s not unusual for first time visitors to get confused with the much-hyped Lake Palace in Udaipur in Rajasthan, both built by former Maharajas to beat the summer heat. I have seen only images of the other one, but when seen in front this glistening white royal residence – crowned with several Mughal styled domes and standing on red-brick foundations, I find it as something exceptionally beautiful and eye catching. Its reflections on the greyish lake water sprinkled with pink waterlilies amidst green foliage create a magical scene for me that I, like other onlookers, try to lock in my camera. This 20th century built regal abode, located 50 odd km away from capital Agartala is a highlight of tiny Tripura – one of India’s 29 states tucked in the North West frontier of the nation At first sight, Tripura appears to be different from the rest of India with the typical crowd, chaos and cacophony missing. It’s predominantly a hilly, landlocked region decorated with lush green

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valleys, rivers and streams, spreading lakes and pristine forests. Calmness and tranquillity – a rare commodity in vibrant India – can still be sensed there. Often referred as ‘Daughter of Mother Nature’, the grace and grandeur of Tripura’s lush green landscape is heightened by its rich human resource reflected in the ethnic, linguistic and cultural diversity of the population, currently less than three per cent of India’s total of 1340 million. As a tourism destination, Tripura finds it difficult to compete with big brothers Rajasthan, Kerala or even Goa, but the state has many attractions to lure visitors for a few days. Besides splendid nature, the 10000- plus square km land offers varied sites from royal leftovers and stimulating rock art to many Hindu temples and rich craft and culture to trigger any traveller’s quest for discovery. As per history books, Tripura achieved its golden era under the Manikya dynasty who ruled for almost 500 years until joining independent Indian Union in 1949. Their leftovers are always ranked at the top of any visitor’s itinerary. Beside the Neermahal Palace, the other site of great significance is the Ujjayanta Palace (pictured) in the heart of Agartala city. Placed inside a manicured Mughal style garden on the banks of a small lake, the Ujjayanta Palace has a similar look like the famous Victoria Memorial in Kolkata, particularly with its white fascia and neoclassical design which was very widespread during the early 20th century.

Martin & Burn, a reputed Indo British company of the time built this palace. While immersed in awe, it makes everyone think why such an iconic structure remains unnoticed by the architectural buffs in India and abroad. There perhaps can’t be any other reason other than lack of promotion. Today this palace, which once housed the royal family, is home to their belongings. It’s the State Museum displaying memorabilia that proclaim past glory Religious tourism is big in Tripura; the region is a treasure trove of Hindu and Buddhist faith. The archaeological ruins around Unakoti, Pilak and Devtamura, located 170km away from the capital, display gigantic rock- cut carvings and stone images of Shiva, Vishnu and other Hindu gods and Buddhist creeds. Experts believe them to be over a thousand years old, saying how talented the local civilisation was during the heyday. There are many Hindu temples throughout the state – most significant is that of Tripura Sundari – a version of Goddess Kali. It’s located in Udaipur, 56km from Agartala where, as per Hindu mythology, one of the 51 body pieces of Mata Sati fell, thus becoming a ‘pith’ or a revered holy site. No visit to Tripura is complete without paying a tribute at this pious junction. Similarly, it will be a big miss if anyone leaves Tripura without seeing the spectacled monkeys, a rare and endangered species, Tripura and some other parts of North-East India being their stronghold. Luck permitting they can be spotted in the wild. Otherwise Sepahijala Wild Life Sanctuary, 28km outside the capital boundary, is the place to meet them. Tripura is very close to neighbouring Bangladesh sharing over 850kms of land boundary with a border check-post merely a few km away from Agartala where a military showbiz around sunset time has become Tripura’s newest tourist drawcard. This pageant is similar to the famous ‘Beating the Retreat’ ceremony at the India- Pakistan border at Wagah in northern India but obviously of much lesser grandeur. When leaving Tripura most visitors find it to be one of India’s best-kept secrets and wonder why it’s still an off-the-beat tourist conclave. Surely the destination has a good resume but needs brushing up by the state and national tourism agencies to make it more attractive for travellers.

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Why you shouldn’t panic when your shares lose vale A lack of understanding can often lead to bad decisions when it comes to our investments...

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For almost all of us, the bulk of our Superannuation is invested in the share market, whether that be locally or overseas. In my experience a lot of people don’t really understand what is entailed with investing in shares. This lack of understanding leads to a lack of confidence. A lack of confidence leads to panicked behaviour when markets fall. When you purchase a share, you are literally buying a share in the ownership of that company. You become entitled to a share in the profits by the way of a dividend. Your Superannuation fund is likely to hold a wide range of shares in different companies in varying sectors and locations. Most Super funds are likely to focus on the largest companies primarily but it is possible that you will have exposure to some small companies as well. The stock market is effectively a daily auction of all the listed shares, big stocks like Commonwealth Bank or Woolworths have literally millions of dollars’ worth of trades every hour, smaller companies are traded less often. The value of these shares fluctuates greatly on a daily basis. These changes of valuations flow

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through to our Superannuation balances, which also fluctuate quite a lot on a daily basis. When these shares trade for less than they did a few months ago, and we see the value of our Superannuation drop, quite often this causes concern for clients. Again, concern leads to panic, and panic leads to bad decisions. We all know the age old cliché with the stock market, buy low and sell high. Unfortunately many people do the exact opposite. Mostly due to not fully understanding what they own. We all know that the value of a house is irrelevant unless we are looking to sell. The same is true with shares. If we have no intent in selling our Commonwealth Bank shares or our Woolworths shares, does it matter what price they went for at auction yesterday? If we still think Commonwealth Bank and Woolworths

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are good companies and will continue to be profitable and have no intention in selling the shares, it literally doesn’t matter what the share price is today. Much the same as it doesn’t matter that the value of your house dropped 10 per cent last year if you aren’t planning on selling. Problem is that many people see the share price fall and panic, and sell their shares exactly at the wrong time. When you see the value of your Superannuation fall because the stock market went backwards, remind yourself what you actually own is a small percentage in number of large companies. Comfort yourself with the fact that they are still good companies, and are likely to keep making money, keep paying you dividends and the price they sell for today is largely irrelevant in building your long term wealth.

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How much do you need to retire? That’s a tough question and the answer depends on a number of factors... Saving enough money for retirement is a goal that virtually everyone can relate to. After all, who doesn’t want to be able to live comfortably after they’ve stopped working? The big question, though, is how much is enough? First of all, it’s important to decide what sort of retirement you would like. Do you want to move to a quiet place in the country or near the coast? Would you like to spend as much time travelling as you can? Are you looking for the social benefits of joining a retirement community? Or do you simply want to stay close to family so you can spend as much time with the grandkids as possible? The next step is to try and estimate how much money you’ll need to make that retirement a reality. You’ll need to include the initial cost of your new home if you’re planning to move, as well as the cost of day-to-day living and any extra things like travel. As a guide, the Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia estimates that a retired couple without any debt

needs around $61,000 a year to live comfortably, and a single person needs around $43,000. What are your assets and potential income sources, including any investments and superannuation or government benefits? Do you have sufficient funds for your dream retirement or is there a shortfall? If there’s a shortfall, can you make it up before you retire? Some people might prefer to downsize their home and lifestyle to retire earlier, while others may decide to work longer to save for a higher standard of retirement living. There are great benefits in seeking professional financial advice to help you in achieving the retirement you want – it may be easier than you think.

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It’s never too late to learn to swim and be water confident Age is not a barrier to learning to swim...

Julie Fletcher Nepean Swim and Fitness julie@nepeanswim.com.au nepeanaquaticcentre.com.au and on Facebook

Learning to swim as an adult is in focus in the media this month, following the high number of adults who have drowned this summer. Sadly, this statistic is nothing new. Of the 291 people who drowned last year, 219 were aged 25 or over, and the average age was 43 years. In the 25–34 year age group this represented a five per cent increase against the 10 year average, and in the 65 and over age group we saw a 27 per cent increase in drownings. The most common activity undertaken before drowning occurred was swimming/ recreating, falling or jumping into the water, or being on a boat – all activities we would all hope to enjoy without fear. However sometimes an incident occurs which tests the skills of adult swimmers, often with a tragic outcome. Sadly, many of the people who have drowned this summer were overseas tourists. Our Australian aquatic environments can be fierce and challenging, so as much education as possible across all sectors of the community is what we are aiming for. For many adults, just being near a body of water causes negative feelings, ranging from discomfort to paralysing fear, simply because they never learnt to

swim. Migrating from a country where swimming isn’t a priority, a lack of access to a pool or a physical disability are just some of the reasons people reach adulthood without swimming skills. This can impact quality of life, and for parents and grandparents, can hinder the ability to safely supervise children in the water. Fear, never having the opportunity to learn, being raised in another country where swimming is not intrinsically linked to the culture and lifestyle, or embarrassment at not being able to swim should not hold you back from learning to swim in your adult years. It is never too late to learn, and to then be able to join in on all the fun in the sun with your

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family that swimming provides. Not to mention being able to help a member of your family if they got into trouble in the water. We offer both private lessons and adult learn to swim and water confidence group classes, which are a more affordable option to private lessons, in an easy to access 10-week program – plus the cost includes a 10 visit swim pass to practise your new found skills! Please register your interest by emailing me at julie@nepeanswim.com.au, or with any queries. Make this year your year to overcome your fear of the water and let’s get swimming! It’s never too late to learn!

With our children heading back to school, we’re well aware of the value of good education. We want our children to be able to handle the 3 R’s (even if only one of them does actually start with R!). Yet, we also know that education is more than academic success. We want our children to be able to relate well with others. We want them to be able to understand life’s important issues. We’d like them to do well at a sport or at least have a wide range of interests (rather than playing computer games all day!). These might be good things, but has something been left out? Consider how Jesus grew as a child from what the Bible tells us in Luke’s account of Jesus; “Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favour with God and men.” See this good, healthy balance in four key areas of life. Jesus grew in knowledge and wisdom, understanding our world. He grew in stature, maturing physically and mentally. Jesus enjoyed a good reputation, good favour with people.

Yet there is an important fourth area, the spiritual; growing in favour with God, which often, people miss out. Just as a child’s growth is limited by not giving proper attention to their physical development, how much more are our children impacted by not giving proper attention to the growth in their relationship with God. Help your children to get to know Jesus. Encourage them to read the Bible. Even better, read it to them! Encourage them to pray. Encourage them to be part of a church with a good kids programme. Encourage them at School Scripture. The result will be healthy growth and your children will thank you for it! See you next week.

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Are carbs really the Devil? What you need to know!

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Diet crazes come and go, but keeping our body healthy relies on a few simple factors...

Rachel Fox Functional Nutritionist at OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

The latest craze seems to be to villainise carbohydrate. But is there truth to this? At the end of the day, carbohydrate is just a macronutrient that provides your body with energy. So why all the commotion? We seem to live in an era where fear has encouraged diets to be all or none when it comes to nutrients. There was a time where fat was feared, salt was feared and even protein was feared, causing diets to focus on reducing a particular nutrient to a bare minimum. This then results in loss of good fats, quality salts and protein; all of which are needed for you to function. The truth to this craze and many others is that our body can only absorb so much at one time. We are programmed to digest and absorb only a certain amount of nutrients at a given time. What happens when we overload our system? Our body does its best to compensate but when there is too much going in, something has to give! Carbohydrates in its natural form – sweet potato, chick peas, carrots – provide an important role and we can trust that our body knows what to do with it.

Processed carbohydrates such as sugar is a different ball game. Carbohydrate is a macronutrient that is converted to sugar (glucose) within the body. It provides quick energy to support muscle, nerve and cognitive function. While carbohydrate is useful, our body needs to be efficient in managing how we use it and the simple fact is our body is not programmed to deal with the amount of carbs we’re generally putting into it. But does that make carbohydrate the enemy? It’s about knowing your internal engine!

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All garden and lawn services provided including:

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LEXUS

Motoring towards a year of records

exus Australia is planning for record sales in 2019 on the back of its diverse range of passenger cars and SUVs, boosted by the recent arrival of the all-new luxury compact UX SUV. The luxury lifestyle brand returned total sales of 8,819 vehicles in the past 12 months – the second- best result in its history. Lexus finished the year strongly with 690 sales – its highest December sales since 2005, which is the only time Lexus has posted a better total in the 12th month. In 2018, local dealers increased sales of the brand’s SUVs by 13.5 per cent to a record of 6,327 vehicles with the all- new UX recently joining the established NX, RX and LX SUV Lines. The best performer for Lexus was the NX Line with sales growing 9.1 per cent to a record total of 3,697 vehicles. Lexus Chief Executive Scott Thompson said the sale of 175 UX SUVs late in the year heralded a new era for the brand. “The UX is a new gateway model with the design, technology and quality – accompanied by aggressive pricing – that will elevate our presence in the market and guarantee record Lexus sales in the coming year,” he said. Mr Thompson said sales growth in 2019 would also benefit from the recent introduction of the updated Lexus RC coupe, as well as other special-edition models.

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