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Councillor to run as an Independent in effort to offer Penrith a “clear voice” NICOLA BARTON

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enrith City Councillor Marcus Cornish has confirmed that he will stand as an Independent candidate for the seat of Penrith at the upcoming State Election in March.

Cr Cornish said he has been asked by many individuals in Penrith and the Blue Mountains as well as several political parties to run for the seat and looks forward to campaigning in the coming months.

He believes that he can best represent the people of Penrith as an Independent candidate with no political party interference.

“At the moment Penrith doesn’t have a clear voice, the only voices are in the city of Sydney and are controlled by the heavyweights within the party, we are treated as second rate and these seats in the west are not taken seriously,” Cr Cornish said.

“By having an Independent voice, I can lobby hard as I have done for many things in Penrith and can only be of benefit to the people of this community.”

Cr Cornish said his political experience in the area has allowed him to gain a deeper understanding of the community’s needs and wants.

Marcus Cornish has confirmed he’ll contest the State Election as an Independent

“Having been a Penrith City Councillor since 2012, I have had the political experience to know how to achieve goals for the people of Penrith,” he said.

“I’m disappointed to see other parties putting up candidates with little or no experience.”

Health will be a key message during Cr Cornish’s campaign. He has expressed his concerns regarding the need for Nepean Hospital to be a base hospital with two more hospitals to be built between Campbelltown and Penrith.

He also plans to lobby against the overdevelopment of Penrith, the building of Mosques and Islamic schools and the introduction of more tolls on the M4.

He believes a new stadium should be built in Penrith of equal significance to the one being built in Parramatta and said the Paceway would be an ideal location.

“I indicated that I wanted to run for State because the past two Labor and Liberal representatives have failed to do much for the people of Penrith,” he said.

“We need more for Penrith, not more of the same.”

Cr Cornish didn’t run at the 2015 State Election but ran at the 2016 Federal Election, securing 2.4 per cent of the vote.

Liberal Stuart Ayres currently holds Penrith by a margin of around six per cent.

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Pill testing would be lunacy O ne cannot begin to imagine what it would have been like for the family of Alex Ross-King last Saturday evening when that tragic knock on the door came.

The 19- year- old was the latest victim of drugs at a music festival; a life taken way too short by the absurdity of putting unknown random chemicals into your body in boiling hot conditions.

And not surprisingly, many have used the young woman’s death as further proof as to why the testing of illegal drugs should be permitted at such events, given she was the fifth person to die from a suspected overdose at a music festival in the past four months.

I’m not quite sure how we got here.

How we got to a point where the first thing so many ask when a life is lost in this way is ‘why don’t we have pill testing?’, rather than ‘how can we stop people taking these drugs?’ There is no guarantee that pill testing would have saved Alex Ross- King. But there is a guarantee that if she didn’t take drugs last Saturday, she’d still be alive today. That is the harsh reality we must accept.

You’re being taken for a ride if you honestly believe there is a single, simple solution to the problem of young people dying at music festivals.

And you’re on the same ride if you believe we should simply give up on the war on drugs because it’s impossible to win.

To simply say “we give up, come and test your drugs here� would be dangerous and absurd, especially when common sense still has a chance of winning, albeit in tough circumstances.

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harmful; perhaps within minutes or hours, perhaps over months or years if addiction was to take hold. Nobody can predict the impact drugs will have on an individual, not even a pill testing machine.

And it is not always what is in the drug that causes the specific problem. Often, it’s the drug combined with summer heat that can inhibit a person’s ability to regulate their internal temperature. A pill test result isn’t going to save you from that.

What pill testing will do is give drug takers the false impression that the tablet they’re putting in their body is safe.

And what it will also do is encourage those who are smart enough now to avoid taking drugs to perhaps consider popping a pill, given they know they can get the thing tested and be given an indication of how likely it is to kill them.

What parent could possibly want that as an option for their child?

As boring and un- radical as it may be, the real reaction here needs to be even more education, as well as better procedures from music festival organisers who, in my view, have gotten off far too lightly in the court of public opinion when it comes to the drug deaths that have taken place these past few months.

I have little doubt that Gladys Berejiklian will be tempted to backflip on her stance at some stage in the next few months, especially with an election around the corner and the loud minority making so much noise over pill testing.

But I hope she remains firm; and stands by her strong opposition.

Pill testing is nothing but a fairy floss solution to a problem that needs a far more sensible approach.

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But it is simply not the long-term solution, and it normalises a behaviour that will only become more and more risky in years to come as drugs get more dangerous. And with MDMA hospitalisation cases hitting a new record this summer, our mission needs to remain education and deterrence, not acceptance and the faux appearance of drugs being ‘safe’.

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But that’s not really the point.

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new spanner has been thrown into the works ahead of the State Election in March with One Nation to run a candidate in Penrith and the outspoken Mark Latham to play a critical role in the campaign.

Mr Latham was in Penrith last Friday to announce that security trainer Carl Halley would be One Nation’s man to tackle sitting MP Stuart Ayres at the March poll.

The former Labor leader is guiding One Nation’s campaign in New South Wales and running for the Legislative Council.

The party is focusing on over-population and over-development as key issues.

“I’ve looked at a lot of the policy areas in NSW and the reality is that Labor and Liberal are very similar,” Mr Latham told the Weekender.

“What we’re offering is an alternative for people to solve problems in a commonsense way, to cut the immigration program, to end over- development and to have a more sustainable and appealing lifestyle in western Sydney.”

Mr Latham said he felt there was a positive reaction to One Nation, which threatens to act as a disruptor at this year’s election.

Mark Latham and Carl Halley speaking with commuters last Friday. Photo: Melinda Jane “I think in NSW politics what you’ve had is 24 years of left- leaning government. You’ve had 16 years of Labor, which started out as incompetent and ended up terribly corrupt, and you’ve had eight years of the Coalition that has been very disappointing,” he said.

“It’s time to get back to basics in a lot of these service and planning areas. The school system in NSW is going backwards,

the population explosion through western Sydney is looming as a planning disaster... these are things where One Nation wants to solve a problem.”

Mr Halley said he was drawn to One Nation as it would allow him to tackle issues in an “open and honest” manner with no “set party lines”.

“I looked at all the parties but I couldn’t find one that would attack all of the issues

that needed to be addressed,” he said after speaking with commuters last Friday.

“I think One Nation will do well in Penrith. Speaking to people around me, they are tired of Liberal and tired of Labor.

There is a lot of criticism.”

One Nation plans to campaign for a new public hospital between Penrith and Camden, and is opposing the upgrade to ANZ Stadium at Olympic Park.

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Lindsay keen for change Independent candidate says community is ready to move on from major parties NICOLA BARTON

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fter knocking on over 500 doors, Independent Candidate for Lindsay, Mark Tyndall said one thing’s for certain – people are looking for change.

As the Federal Election looms, Mr Tyndall is making his presence felt as he continues to meet with members of the community to find out what Penrith truly wants.

The father of six said his history with the area spans over 40 years where he studied, lives and works as a member of the community.

With a background in security, Mr Tyndall has worked both privately and publicly including working for himself.

“Running a business, especially when having a young family means I can definitely understand the cost of living pressures put on the average punter, in western Sydney,” he said.

Mr Tyndall said his political aspirations birthed from his will to make a difference, as he was sick and tired of “party politics”.

“I think the biggest thing for me; both personally and from my wife’s perspective is that we got sick and tired of being armchair critics, complaining about government, recognising what we’re not

getting and what needs to be improved.

So we decided it was time to get out and actually do something about it,” he said.

“Now, from where I sit there is just turmoil and fighting between the Labor and the Liberal parties, as though they are too busy fighting each other to fight for us. I think it’s a great opportunity for the community and a necessity for Independents to make a stand and make a difference and I honestly think that we can.

“It’s time now for representatives to take a step back, forget the party politics and put the people first.”

Healthcare, long term job creation, nurse- to- patient ratios and critical infrastructure to cope with Penrith’s booming population are some of the key areas he wishes to tackle.

Mr Tyndall said immigration issues are to blame for a lot of these topics.

“One significant focus if I am elected, would be a fight for a significant reduction in immigration. In fact I would go that one step further and call for a two year moratorium on immigration because I believe that is only way to address all the issues and infrastructure that is so far behind development,” he said.

Mr Tyndall said he is only getting started and will continue the conversation with residents at several upcoming events.

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Much-loved 33-year-old local dies after shock heart attack NICOLA BARTON

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he family of a Kingswood man is mourning his tragic passing just months after the loss of his younger sister.

Wadie Andrawis died following a suspected coronary heart attack when snorkelling on the NSW South Coast.

The 33 - year - old was snorkelling with three friends on Monday when he was separated from the group. He became trapped between rocks, where he suffered what emergency services believe was a heart attack.

In a statement, emergency crews said they were called to the Blowhole Point Reserve, Kiama after reports of “people in the ocean”.

The other three members of the snorkelling group attempted to assist Mr Andrawis before help arrived.

Unconscious, he was winched from the water just before 12.30pm by the NSW Ambulance Rescue Helicopter, which landed in Kiama Harbour.

Paramedics attempted to revive him, however he died at the scene.

The other people were extracted from the water by Kiama Surf Life Saving jetskis, and were uninjured.

Mr Andrawis was due to fly to a family member’s engagement party this week.

Wadie Andrawis and his wife. Photo: Facebook This is the second tragic passing the Andrawis family has had to deal with in recent times.

“This is the second loss in the family as we have lost our 23-year-old sister recently, my mother and father are

devastated,” brother Wagdi Andrawis told The Daily Telegraph in the wake of Monday’s tragedy.

He told the paper that Mr Andrawis “worked hard and loved his wife and two babies”.

Penrith sweats through summer Air conditioning, swimming pools and even the humble ice block – Penrith locals have been doing whatever they can to keep cool this week.

Temperatures have soared past 40 degrees most days this week, with a scorching 45 degrees predicted later today (Friday, January 18).

The heatwave conditions will ease over the weekend with 35 degrees predicted in Penrith on Saturday followed by 29 on Sunday.

However, it’s expected to be very warm again next week.

Endeavour Energy cancelled planned outages in Glenbrook and Luddenham on Tuesday, as per their standard practice.

The Nepean District Tennis Association announced an early closing time of 2pm for most days this week. Other businesses also operated with restricted hours in an effort to beat the heat.

NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Jeff Loy urged people to be extra careful in the hot weather.

“I cannot stress strongly enough to motorists that it’s not only an offence for children or pets to be left unattended in a vehicle, it can be deadly,” he said.

“It can be just as dangerous to leave the elderly and disabled members of the community in cars during days of extreme heat.”

Stay up to date with today’s hot weather by following us on Twitter @wwpenrith or visit www.westernweekender.com.au.

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For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Kathryn Saunders on 4732 8567. • Penrith Rugby League Club Ltd DA18/0340.01 Lot 2 DP 1216321 (No. 83) Mulgoa Road, Penrith 3URSRVHG PRGLÀFDWLRQ WR DQ DSSURYHG FRQFHSW proposal for a function centre, hotel, retail premises and serviced apartments and Stage 1 construction of the function centre (western sydney community DQG FRQIHUHQFH FHQWUH ² DPHQGPHQW WR à RRU WR ceiling heights (Building A), lift and stair overruns, services and acoustic and visual screens Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds RI REMHFWLRQ DUH WR EH VSHFLÀHG LQ WKH VXEPLVVLRQ 7KH VXEPLVVLRQ LV WR LQFOXGH &RXQFLO¡V UHIHUHQFH number DA18/0340.01.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Kathryn Saunders on 4732 8567. • Greengate Development Pty Ltd DA18/1244 Lot A DP 160027, Lot B DP 160027, Lot 2 DP 198621 & Lot 1 DP 198621 (Nos. 5, 3, 7 & 9) Reserve Street; Lots 23 & 24 DP 979866, Lots 21 & 22 DP 979866 and Lot C & Lot D DP 154478 (Nos. 222, 226 & 228–230) Derby Street; and Lot 106 DP 1215261 (No. 106) Woodriff Street, Penrith Demolition of Existing structures and construction of a seniors housing development including 3 x 6-storey buildings comprising a 120-bed residential aged care facility, 76 x independent living units, associated facilities, basement car parking and related site works Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds RI REMHFWLRQ DUH WR EH VSHFLÀHG LQ WKH VXEPLVVLRQ 7KH VXEPLVVLRQ LV WR LQFOXGH &RXQFLO¡V UHIHUHQFH number DA18/1244.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Wendy Connell on 4732 7908.

DEVELOPMENT CONSENT/S DETERMINED Pursuant to Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council. Details of these determinations are available for public inspection free of charge during &RXQFLO¡V QRUPDO EXVLQHVV KRXUV DW WKH &LYLF &HQWUH 601 High Street, Penrith.

Approved Development Applications • Ancon Development Group Pty Ltd DA18/0156 Lot 1382 DP 1215099 (No. 121) Wianamatta Parkway, Llandilo Integrated housing development for 10 detached dwellings, subdivision and civil works • Western Sydney University DA17/0995 C/- Higgins Planning Lot 100 DP 1194481 UWS Great Western Highway, Kingswood New shopping centre, shop top housing, bulk earthworks, roads, car parking, landscaping, signage and drainage. Concept approval for future commercial/retail tenancies • Hi Quality Quarry (NSW) Pty Ltd DA09/0164.02 Lot 1 DP 1212980 (Nos. 1513–1519) Elizabeth Drive, Kemps Creek 0RGLÀFDWLRQ RI &RQGLWLRQ IRU DQ DSSURYHG extractive industry and resource recovery facility • Toga Penrith Developments DA18/0654 Lot 100 DP 1241802 (Nos. 87–93) Union Road, Penrith Demolition of existing structures, removal of underground fuel storage tanks, soil remediation works, site establishment works, fencing, site RIÀFH HDUWKZRUNV DQG WUHH UHPRYDO • Hi Quality Quarry (NSW) Pty Ltd DA09/0164.01 Lot 1 DP 1212980 (No. 1513) Elizabeth Drive, Kemps Creek 0RGLÀFDWLRQ RI &RQGLWLRQ IRU DSSURYHG H[WUDFWLYH industry and resource recovery facility • Celestino Developments Ssp Pty Ltd DA18/0569 Lot 201 DP 1152191, Lot 202 DP 1152191 (Nos. 565–609) Luddenham Road, Luddenham Temporary access road through site, dewatering dams, realignment of a riparian corridor and earthworks • Baini Design DA17/1297 Lot 50 DP 1224294, Lot 51 DP 1224294 (No. 96) Doncaster Avenue, Claremont Meadows Construction of a 76-place child care centre with car parking, landscaping and drainage works • CCL Development DA18/0427 Lot 239 DP 1224644 (No. 100) Darug Avenue, Glenmore Park Torrens title subdivision x 45 residential lots, 5 residue lots and public roads and site remediation works

Refused Development Applications • GMKA Pty Ltd DA17/1222 Lot 3 DP 39084 (No. 31) Second Avenue, Kingswood Demolition of existing structures and construction of 2-storey boarding house with basement parking level and 18 boarding rooms

• PreTech Pty Ltd DA17/0893.01 Lot 357 DP 14333 (No. 17) Stafford Street, Kingswood Review of Refusal Determination – Demolition of existing structures and construction of 7 x 2-storey townhouses

INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council. • 6W &ODLU 'LVWULFW 0HQ¡V 6KHG ,QF '$ Lot 1 DP 530579 Mamre House (Nos. 181–275) Mamre Road, Orchard Hills &RQVWUXFWLRQ RI D PHQ¡V VKHG DVVRFLDWHG ZLWK DQ existing community facility 7KH GHYHORSPHQW DSSOLFDWLRQ LV GHÀQHG DV DQ Integrated Development under Section 4.46 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

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• Penrith Rugby League Club Ltd DA18/1260 Lot 2 DP 1216321 (No. 83) Mulgoa Road, Penrith 3URSRVHG FRQVWUXFWLRQ RI D KRWHO ZLWK JURXQG à RRU retail premises, amendment to approved Stage 1 development works including partial change of use, ancillary infrastructure, services and landscaping works (Stage 2 of an Approved Concept Plan) Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds RI REMHFWLRQ DUH WR EH VSHFLÀHG LQ WKH VXEPLVVLRQ 7KH VXEPLVVLRQ LV WR LQFOXGH &RXQFLO¡V UHIHUHQFH number DA18/1260.

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Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the JURXQGV RI REMHFWLRQ DUH WR EH VSHFLÀHG LQ WKH VXEPLVVLRQ 7KH VXEPLVVLRQ LV WR LQFOXGH &RXQFLO¡V reference number DA18/1248.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Jake Bentley on 4732 8087. • Esq1818 Pty Ltd DA18/1245 Lot 10 DP 1223020 (No. 123) Mulgoa Road, Penrith Torrens title subdivision into 3 x allotments The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the NSW Rural Fire Service – Rural Fires Act 1997.

The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations OLVWHG EHORZ DW DQ\ WLPH GXULQJ RUGLQDU\ RIĂ€FH KRXUV LQ the period from 18 January 2019 to 1 February 2019.

Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the JURXQGV RI REMHFWLRQ DUH WR EH VSHFLÀHG LQ WKH VXEPLVVLRQ 7KH VXEPLVVLRQ LV WR LQFOXGH &RXQFLO¡V reference number DA18/1245.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Wendy Connell on 4732 7908.

• Jagpreet Singh Bains & DA18/0675 Supinder Kaur Bains Lot 34 DP 1224294 (No. 64) Doncaster Avenue, Claremont Meadows Child care centre x 31 places and associated car parking and landscaping

Viewing of Development Applications The above development application/s may be viewed RQ &RXQFLO¡V '$ 7UDFNHU YLD penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/ DATracker Alternatively, the applications can be viewed GXULQJ &RXQFLO¡V QRUPDO EXVLQHVV KRXUV DW WKH &LYLF &HQWUH +LJK 6WUHHW 3HQULWK 2IÀFHUV RI &RXQFLO¡V Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

• Faisal Rehman DA18/0437 Lot 276 DP 16937 (No. 93) Canberra Street, Oxley Park Construction of 6 town houses pursuant to SEPP (affordable rental housing) and strata subdivision

Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

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enrith residents will now be able to celebrate the life of a loved one aboard the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler.

Nepean Valley Funerals owner, Jim Mueller partnered with his long- time friend and Nepean Belle owner, Chris Bennett after the St Dominic’s College old boys sought to combine their businesses and love of the Penrith community.

Mr Mueller and wife Janet had identified the changing trends of funerals and said although traditional church/chapel funeral services remain important, some families now seek a non- denominational celebration. “Everyone knows the river. It has so much meaning and holds so many memories to so many people with associations with the Nepean region,’’ Mr Mueller said. “It might be a case of ‘Dad always loved being on the water’ or ‘Mum always wanted to go on a cruise’. “We aim to make this challenging time as bearable as possible, and our new funerals on the water option on the Nepean Belle will offer family and friends an opportunity to celebrate their loved one’s life at a personal, unforgettable event.�

Nepean Valley Funerals owner Jim Mueller has teamed up with Nepean Belle owner Chris Bennett to offer a way to celebrate life with funerals and wakes by the Nepean River. Photo: David Hill, Deep Hill Media.

Exclusive to Nepean Valley Funerals, the closed coffin funeral and wake package will offer the use of the paddlewheeler, a non- denominational funeral service, coffin, flowers, celebrant, printed orders of service and condolence pack, with further additions such as a photographic tribute available.

After the ceremony, the coffin will be removed from the paddlewheeler where friends and family then continue to remember their loved one during a catered wake “There are few services that are as sensitive or as personal as those provided by a funeral director,’’ Mr Mueller said.

“We’re helping people through the worst possible time in their lives.�

The unique weekday service, incorporating one of Penrith’s most iconic spots will host up to 150 guests.

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DESIGNATED & INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property seeking consent for the importation of 1,650,000 cubic metres RI ÀOO PDWHULDO EXON HDUWKZRUNV GDP GH ZDWHULQJ and haul road construction. • Celestino Developments DA18/1162 SSP Pty Limited Lots 201 & 202 DP 1152191, Sydney Science Park Site (Nos. 565–609) Luddenham Road, Luddenham ,PSRUWDWLRQ RI FXELF PHWUHV RI ÀOO PDWHULDO EXON HDUWKZRUNV GDP GH ZDWHULQJ DQG KDXO URDG construction The consent authority for the Development Application is the Sydney Western City Planning 3DQHO LQ DFFRUGDQFH ZLWK 6HFWLRQ RI WKH Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

The proposal is Designated Development under Section 4.10 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

The proposal is also Integrated Development under Section 4.46 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. In this regard, the applicant is seeking concurrent approval from the Natural Resources Access Regulator (NRAR) under Section 91 of the Water Management Act 2000.

The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application, including the Environmental

Impact Statement (EIS), may be inspected at the ORFDWLRQV OLVWHG EHORZ DW DQ\ WLPH GXULQJ RUGLQDU\ RIĂ€FH KRXUV LQ WKH SHULRG IURP 'HFHPEHU WR 1 February 2019.

presumption in favour of publicly disclosing all submissions relating to this Development Application unless Council determines that it is not in the public interest to do so.

Penrith City Council • Civic Centre 601 High Street, Penrith • Queen Street Centre ² 4XHHQ 6WUHHW 6W 0DU\V

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Service opens new doors New plan to ease pressure on busy emergency departments at hospitals NICOLA BARTON

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ocal after hours doctor services are trying to ease the burden on emergency departments, as Nepean Hospital continues to burst at the seams.

Up to two-thirds of emergency room patients presenting at night and on weekends could have been treated at an after hours GP service, according to local data.

In an effort to reduce the burden on emergency departments, a new campaign has been launched to help people find what local after hours medical services are available.

Wentworth Healthcare, provider of the Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network, is behind the ‘Doctor Closed?’ campaign which promotes other after hours health care options in the area.

“Most people would prefer to see a GP rather than go to an emergency department but many people don’t know what other options are available,” Wentworth Healthcare CEO, Lizz Reay said.

“If you or your child needs medical assistance at night or on weekends, the hospital is not always your only option.”

The campaign’s website features helpful information that assists residents in identifying what’s wrong, a hotline for those

seeking medical advice and helps you to find an open doctor’s surgery.

It can also locate which pharmacies are open for those seeking medication.

“In some cases, a long wait in the emergency department may not be necessary.

The Doctor Closed? website provides local residents with alternative options – there is a helpline and the ability to find doctors that open outside of usual business hours,” Ms Reay said.

The ‘Doctor Closed?’ campaign collateral will roll out in hospital emergency departments, GP waiting rooms, local schools and community centres.

It will be supported by a digital and social media campaign, including a video, targeting local residents, particularly parents of young children and non-English speaking communities.

As Nepean Hospital has some of the worst waiting times in the state, Ms Reay said it’s critical to lessen the stress where we can.

“It’s important that local residents know what options are available when people are sick or injured, and where they can go when their usual doctor is closed,” she said.

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L AW a n d O R D E R From The Courts: Your Complete Legal Wrap COMPILED BY ALENA HIGGINS. OUR COURT REPORTING IS SPONSORED BY LOCAL LAW FIRM COMPLETE LEGAL & CONVEYANCING.

Disqualified driver caught behind the wheel again

A disqualified driver has added another year to his tally after being nabbed behind the wheel again.

Andrew Michael Stokes, 27, faced Penrith Local Court on Tuesday charged with two counts of ‘drive while disqualified’ and one count of ‘possess prohibited drug’.

His lawyer told the court Stokes, a father of three young children, felt a “sense of helplessness” after learning he was ineligible to apply to have his habitual offender declaration quashed for another two years.

The court heard Stokes had completed his court-imposed disqualification and was gutted to hear he would need at least another two offence-free years before his lengthy ban could be lifted.

“That’s what was in his mind at the time,” his lawyer explained.

Before handing down her penalties, his lawyer asked Magistrate Daphne Kok to consider Stokes’ “reduced capacity” to pay fines given he was unable to secure full-time work without a licence. But Magistrate Kok pushed back, saying it was “a bit of an anomaly” to make such a request if the offender’s reduced capacity stemmed from the very offence that brought them before the court.

He was convicted, fined $1,800 for the driving offences and disqualified for an additional year.

He was also convicted and fined $300 for possession of the drug ‘ice’.

Man’s good record ensures he scores a second chance

A man who became “out of control” amid a 17-hour pub crawl has managed to escape a conviction thanks to his prior good character.

Penrith Local Court heard the 23-yearold landed himself in hot water after drinking too much, being charged with damaging property, assault, and refusing to leave a licenced establishment.

His lawyer told the court that being arrested, having to tell his family, and now having the matter ventilated in court had been sobering for the first-time offender.

“It has been a very humiliating, very humbling experience for him,” he said.

The court heard the apprentice plumber began drinking at 9am with the offences occurring about 2am the following morning.

His lawyer said he was instructed that there were no underlying issues with alcohol and pointed out the man showed genuine remorse and had written letters to all the people adversely affected by his actions.

Magistrate Georgina Darcy was highly critical of his behaviour, labelling it “completely unacceptable”, but ultimately extended the offender leniency.

“You are young, obviously young people make mistakes,” she said.

“I accept that it would be a great shame to lose your good name in the eyes of society, which you would with a criminal record.”

He was released on three Conditional Release Orders without conviction and slapped with a $400 fine for refusing to leave a licenced premises.

Man pays heavy price for failing to calculate drinks

Jack Wells will be forced to fit a breathalyser device to his car after being busted over the limit while driving home from the pub.

The 23-year-old fronted Penrith Local Court on Tuesday charged with highrange drink driving after blowing 0.155 at a road-side RBT. The court heard Wells was intercepted about 10 minutes into his journey en route to Oxley Park with his friend in the passenger seat. He had consumed six full strength beers in as many hours.

His lawyer conceded the defendant had made a very serious error in judgement by failing to measure how much alcohol he had downed.

“He realised in hindsight, as we often do, that he’d made a big mistake,” he said.

He said if Wells had caused an accident or death, he would have been “[in the Local Court] for a short time, and then across the [hall] in the District Court facing jail”.

Magistrate Daphne Kok said her hands were tied in many respects but it was a difficult case.

“You have to be convicted of this offence, it’s serious,” she told Wells.

“The actual penalty in your case is difficult to determine for the very reason that you have, so far, an impeccable record.

“Obviously you just weren’t thinking.”

He was convicted, fined $600 and disqualified for six months. He was also ordered to fit an interlock device to any car he drives for 24 months.

Man claims cannabis was for pain relief purposes

Simon Leigh Yerbury has copped a $300 fine after he was sprung with drugs.

Yerbury appeared before Penrith Local Court on Tuesday where he pleaded guilty to possessing 1.69g of cannabis leaf.

His lawyer told the court the defendant had suffered a serious back injury three years ago and had been self-medicating to ease the pain.

Magistrate Daphne Kok suggested he visit a doctor to seek legal alternatives.

Magistrate spares woman conviction over assault

A woman has been spared a conviction despite pleading guilty to assault.

Penrith Local Court heard the 19-yearold had been drinking to excess when she intervened in an argument and ultimately became involved herself.

Magistrate Daphne Kok noted the executive assistant had no prior criminal history and a conviction would have a “devastating” effect.

“One stupid act and she may have a criminal conviction that followers her through time,” she said.

Her lawyer submitted the woman was “young enough to learn from this” and Magistrate Kok agreed, handing the offender a 12-month Conditional Release Order without conviction.

“But for goodness sake, if you do commit any offences within that 12 months, you’ll be in deep trouble,” she stressed.

P-plater says he drove to get friends home safely

A suspended p-plater detected with three passengers in the car at night has been hit with a hefty fine.

The local Penrith boy, who cannot be named due to his age, was a backseat passenger when the driver of the vehicle became tired, Penrith Local Court heard.

His lawyer told the court the teen, who only had days left on his three-month demerit point suspension, “took control of the car to get everyone home safely” because some of the other passengers had been drinking.

“It was a very foolish thing to do,” Magistrate Daphne Kok said.

“They all should have been walking.”

She urged him to tell all his friends about the costly consequences.

“Make sure they all know… you’re all supposed to be sensible – no more than two in the car [under the age of 21] at night,” she warned.

He was handed a non-conviction Conditional Release Order for six months and fined $561.

Man “forgot” cocaine was in car when pulled over by police

A man caught with cocaine in his car has been let off with a warning.

Penrith Local Court heard the man was nabbed with 0.06g of the drug when police pulled him over and located it sitting in his car.

“The fact it was sitting there and you forgot that it was there doesn’t tell me much about your history with the drug,” Magistrate Daphne Kok told the 26-yearold sheet metal worker.

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St Marys: Taxi driver assaulted after customers refuse to pay

Investigations are continuing following an incident that involved two males and a taxi driver after the offenders failed to pay.

On Saturday, January 12 at 1.15am two men boarded a taxi in Penrith, travelling to the intersection of the Great Western Highway and Mamre Road in St Marys where they refused to pay the driver.

An altercation occurred which resulted in the taxi driver being brutally assaulted by the two men.

As the offenders were attacking the victim, a bypassing car with a group of males stopped to intervene. The group continued to violently assault the two offenders.

Police were called to the scene where both the offenders and group of men were arrested. The taxi driver was conveyed to Nepean Hospital where his injuries were treated.

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Glenmore Park: $2500 worth of items stolen from car

Police are calling for witnesses following a theft that occurred in the early hours of the morning on Sunday, January 13 on Willmott Place, Glenmore Park.

The victims parked their car in a friend’s driveway when attending a party at the address at around 6pm.

Upon their return to the car they noticed that both of the front doors had been forced open, which led to a makeup bag, handbag and other personal items being stolen.

It was reported to police that $2500 worth of goods were taken.

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Nepean Police Push-bike Patrol were at the scene when they noticed the accused had a syringe in his hand and was walking away from the officers.

The 31-year-old man was questioned by police as they investigated the area where they located a sealable plastic bag with a white powder inside.

Police believe the substance to be heroin.

He was issued a court attendance notice to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, January 29.

Werrington Downs: Summer tragedy as toddler dies in pool

A toddler has died after being pulled from a backyard swimming pool in Werrington Downs just before 8pm on Wednesday, January 9.

Emergency services were called to a home in Greenbank Drive after a girl was pulled unconscious from a backyard swimming pool.

The two-year-old girl was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics at the scene before being taken to Nepean Hospital where she died.

The matter is now with the Coroner.

Parramatta: St Marys man charged over festival drugs

A St Marys man who was allegedly caught in possession of a prohibited drug and jumped a fence to escape from officers at a music festival at Parramatta was one of 36 people arrested at the event.

At 4.45pm on Saturday, January 12, the St Marys man was stopped at the entrance and searched by police who allegedly found a white substance.

During a subsequent search, the man fled from officers, jumping a two-metre fence. He was found a short time later in the Parramatta River and arrested.

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Flooded with frustration Emu Plains local outraged after home and flood insurance bill skyrockets NICOLA BARTON

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In disbelief, the 77- year- old assumed it was a spam email and proceeded to his local NRMA Insurance branch to investigate, but was shocked to discover that the figure was correct.

“I thought this had to be a mistake and she said no and that mine was one of the expensive ones, so I asked how much and she told me $8219 for both and I said you’ve got to be kidding me,” Mr Collier said.

“She said it’s probably due to Penrith City Council’s Flood Study, but I’ve never had water in this house in all our years of living here, and she said as a result of that insurance companies are raising the bar, but that’s a ridiculously big jump in price.”

Mr Collier has lived on the flood plain with his wife for over 25 years. He said they have never had an issue with flooding but would like to be protected if something were to go wrong.

“As a pensioner I simply can’t afford that, so for two years now I’ve just had to go back to the standard basic cover,” he said.

“The insurance companies don’t want you to take it up because they don’t want to pay it out, I suspect that’s what is behind it all.”

Mr Collier said he visited his neighbours to see if they’ve been stung with a similar situation, but they are yet to receive their bills.

“What has changed between then and now for the cost to jump that much? I certainly won’t be paying it,” he said.

A spokesperson from NRMA Insurance said the increase was due to a change in policy and had nothing to do with the Flood Study.

“Last year NRMA Insurance updated its flood cover under its home policy to make it more comprehensive and easier for customers to understand what they’re covered for,” the spokesperson told the Weekender.

“We now automatically provide cover for flood, rainwater run- off and storm surge. We may provide customers with the option to opt-out of this cover.

“However, we also understand that customers may not want flood cover as part of their policy due to the cost, so they may have the option to opt out.”

Mr Collier claims his flood and home cover prior to the policy change was about $2500.

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Anger over theft I am really appalled and disgusted that just before Christmas whilst cutting my front and back lawn, some grub allegedly came and took my small plastic bucket and Victa petrol container. Now I have to go out and buy a new one so I can cut my grass. Happy Christmas and New Year to you.

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Concerned about proposed winter sports facility As a resident of Nepean Shores, I would like to express my feelings concerning the proposed winter sports world. The residents here like myself have come to live here for some peace and quiet in our old age. This will be all finished if the proposed construction goes ahead.

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Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler said that using landfill to raise or level your property could be illegal, so checking with Council is vital.

Illegal landfilling is filling without the necessary planning or licensing approvals. This commonly happens when construction and demolition waste is used as illegal fill for landscaping, land modification, reclamation works, roads and noise mounds.

“Illegal fill can contain contaminants like lead, asbestos or chemicals, which can harm human health and the

environment. Illegal landfilling could permanently devalue your land, and you could end up facing hefty fines and clean-up costs,” Cr Fowler said.

“It’s also illegal to use fill to divert the natural overland flow of water, which could negatively impact or damage neighbouring properties.

“Accepting illegal fill could lead to the property owner being prosecuted up to $5 million. They can also be charged expensive fees to remove the landfill from the site where it’s been buried.”

To avoid penalties for unauthorised fill, residents are advised to check with Council on 4732 7777 before using land fill on their property.

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Be their guiding light Puppy boom means more locals are needed to help raise future Guide Dogs

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uide Dogs NSW/ACT has experienced a puppy boom over the New Year period and is urgently seeking volunteer Puppy Raisers to lend a helping paw.

Around 40 Guide Dogs puppies need to be placed, with the young pups requiring a warm, loving home for their first year.

Puppy Raising volunteers care for a Guide Dog puppy from when it is eightweeks- old to 14- months- old, playing an invaluable role in preparing it for its career as a Guide Dog. “As well as providing lots of love and cuddles, Puppy Raisers help introduce pups to the sights, sounds and smells it is likely to encounter as a Guide Dog,” Guide Dogs NSW/ACT Puppy Development Manager, Karen Hayter said.

Puppy Raisers need to have a fullyfenced yard, be away from home no more than four hours at a time, have access to a car and be able to attend training days in their local area.

Puppy Raisers must also be available to attend information sessions, vet checks and Puppy Pre-School when required.

“We are looking for people that are home most of the time, who are interested in putting effort into training and socialising the dog. What you will get in return is a fantastic experience,” Ms Hayter said.

‘Puppy Raisers’ are needed to help raise Guide Dogs While Puppy Raisers are responsible for everyday activities such as grooming, house training and exercising their pups, Guide Dogs NSW/ACT provides a strong support network.

“We provide the food, veterinary care, flea and tick prevention and we’re always on hand to answer any questions and provide guidance,” Ms Hayter said.

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Council’s Australia Day event is returning to Jamison Park on Saturday, January 26 – bring your friends, family and neighbours and join the fun!

Australia Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our heritage and home.

There is no better demonstration of who we are in Penrith when we come together to celebrate our country, our City, our welcoming community and our diversity.

There’s plenty of free activities and entertainment for everyone to enjoy.

There will be lamington making, games, face painting, inflatable volleyball, scooter and skateboard demonstrations, music and more.

For our littlest visitors, we’ll have an exciting performance by Peter Rabbit.

The interactive show is a problem solving journey that gives children the chance to take part in sing-a-longs, dances and other activities to help get Peter Rabbit back to his normal self.

Our performers are always a huge hit, so be sure to bring the kids along.

Once you’ve worked up an appetite you’ll have a delicious array of food to choose from, and it wouldn’t be Australia Day without a traditional Aussie BBQ. Jamison Park is close to public transport and parking, so getting to the event is easy for the whole family.

Don’t forget a hat, sunscreen and a bottle of water.

We would like to thank our sponsors, The Western Weekender, Target Radio Network, Calardu Penrith and the Seven Network for their generous ongoing support of Council’s Australia Day event.

Event details are available on our website: www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/ ausday2019.

I look forward to seeing you all at Jamison Park!

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100-year-old local credits his long life to good books and keeping active NICOLA BARTON

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hen he’s not up and about with his family, 100- year- old John Moyle is buried in a good book, which he credits his long life to.

The Jamisontown resident reached his birthday milestone on Saturday, January 5 where he celebrated with multiple generations worth of family and friends at Kingswood Sports Club.

Mr Moyle said his party was both heartwarming and emotional as he caught up with old friends and reflected on his long life.

“There were so many people, old friends, it shocked me, suddenly I’m surrounded by people I haven’t seen for 15 years and their children are now adults, it was a very very emotional time,” he said.

Born in 1919 in South Australia, Mr Moyle was one of 10 children.

While Mr Moyle’s long life is something a lot of us can only dream of, it appears his endurance is genetic.

“I don’t really know what the secret to long life is, I have to thank my ancestors as I feel that it is very much in the genes, my mother died at 96 and my aunt at 98,” he said.

But if one thing’s for certain, Mr Moyle

John Moyle received a letter from the Queen to acknowledge his 100th birthday

pays tribute to his love of a good book and said it’s what keeps him going.

“Reading is the one thing that keeps me standing up, sometimes I read up to six books at a time, they are very different.

It could be romance, travel, mystery, anything,” he said.

“One of the things I am very appreciative of is the fact that I can still read, I really love reading, it’s magical.”

On his birthday he received a letter from the Queen which he regarded as a high honour.

“One of Dad’s sayings is ‘never be the one sitting in the rocking chair on the veranda watching the people walk by, be the person who’s walking by’ and I think that sums him up completely,” his Daughter, Mary Harmer said.

When asked what the best advice he has been given in his lifetime was, Mr Moyle didn’t hesitate.

“Be yourself. ‘To thine own self be true and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man’.

I’ve lived by that my whole life, to me that’s the answer to everything,” he said.

“The only thing you’ll ever own in this life is yourself.”

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Possible world record as family of volunteers creates history at Parkrun NICOLA BARTON

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n what’s believed to be a world first, 14 members of the Hand family (15 if you count Trixie the Toy Poodle) took on volunteering roles at the Nepean River Parkrun last month.

While family participation at the Parkrun is nothing unusual, what made this event unique was that every single person on the roster shared the same last name.

Three generations of the extended family volunteered at the event with many travelling far distances to be there on the day.

Regular Parkrunner and volunteer, Graham Hand, who was Run Director on the day, said his work began weeks prior to the event as he congregated his handy helpers.

“If people who have never even done a Parkrun before can volunteer, then people who are regular Parkrunners shouldn’t be at all nervous about adding their name to the roster,” he said.

“Volunteering is a lot of fun and very rewarding, everyone should give it a try.”

Mr Hand said he isn’t worried about another family beating their volunteering record.

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All Hands on deck!

Lending a Hand: The Hand family volunteered at the Nepean River Parkrun last month and uncles, cousins and kids. I’ve got plenty more relatives who will lend a Hand if we need to defend our record,” he said.

Mr Hand said one of his toughest jobs was telling his sister Susan that she wasn’t allowed to volunteer because she had changed her last name when she got married many years ago.

“Normally as Run Director we spend the week recruiting volunteers but this

time I had to tell people we were full. In fact, our regular volunteers Andrew, Val and Christine had a forced vacation so we could make sure only Hands were on the roster,” he said.

Every family member had a specific role catered to their experience and ability.

Mr Hand said careful planning ensured the key roles were filled with the most experienced volunteers.

“We also had more family members join us for their first ever Parkrun – it was great to have a big family get together just before Christmas,” he said.

The Hand family encourage the community to volunteer or participate at the Nepean River Parkrun, which is held every Saturday at 8am.

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Plan your marketing Rather than spray and pray, add some structure starting with an annual calendar. Note any immovable events – school terms, holidays, days of celebration, including any of your own holidays. Use key days like Mother’s Day, to plan marketing events around, including the lead time to deliver. Work on a content calendar allowing you to be steady with your marketing. Think about incorporating a mix of video, blogging, memes and quotes, with the occasional sales post.

Branding Decide on your branding before preparing your content. Branding is seen through your colours and imagery, but reflects what your brand represents.

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he spectacular new musical ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ began performances at the Capitol Theatre earlier this month, and all indications are the show will be a huge hit.

With January shows nearly sold out including extra school holiday matinee performances added due to huge demand, best availability for tickets is February and March performances.

Playing only in Sydney, ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’ has delighted audiences in London, New York and across the US. Now it’s Australia’s turn to fall in love again with Roald Dahl’s delicious tale.

Four boys share the role of Charlie Bucket in this production, Oliver Alkhair, Tommy Blair, Xion Jarvis and Ryan Yeates.

Willy Wonka, the most amazing, fantastic, extraordinary chocolate maker the world has ever seen, is played by Paul Slade Smith. Ninety and a half year old Grandpa Joe is played by Australian show business royalty Tony Sheldon, while Lucy Maunder plays the role of Mrs Bucket.

Jake Fehily and Octavia Barron Martin play Augustus Gloop and Mrs Gloop, Karina Russell and Stephen Anderson are Veruca Salt and Mr Salt, Monette McKay is Violet Beauregard with Madison McKoy as Mr Beauregard, and Harrison Riley and Jayde Westaby play Mike Teavee and his mother Mrs Teavee.

Producer John Frost said it truly was a family show.

“This is such a wonderful story for generations to share,” he said.

“Parents love sharing their favourite Willy Wonka film from their childhood with the whole family, and grandparents love taking their grandkids. We have an amazing cast bringing this story to life.

“The world fell in love with Roald Dahl’s bewitching tale when the book was released, then filmgoers adored the 1971 film with Gene Wilder. Now audiences will be enchanted with the story once again on stage.”

Minister for Tourism and Major Events Adam Marshall said the NSW Government is proud to have secured the Australian premiere of this production for Sydney.

“This musical is expected to delight audiences of all ages but also inject $37 million into our State’s economy and turbocharge jobs in the arts, restaurant, café, retail and hotel sectors,” Mr Marshall said.

“We look forward to welcoming more than 76,000 overnight visitors to Sydney with their golden ticket for this musical sensation and trust they enjoy the exclusive performance and everything our renowned Harbour City has to offer.”

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Now two of Australia’s most iconic bands are back again for one last time with their double-barrelled catalogue of hits and classic songs.

1927 and Pseudo Echo will be playing at Rooty Hill RSL on Saturday, January 19. For tickets and details visit www. rootyhillrsl.com.au.

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No Australian music fan can ignore or deny the impact of these two bands on our music psyche.

Between them they share a catalogue of songs that are still heard on Australian radio and have accumulated awards and accolades along the way.

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‘The Songs That Made Memphis’ is no tribute show – it’s an authentic and undeniably alluring musical journey through the decades.

The show plays at The Joan tonight (Friday, January 18) and tomorrow.

Tickets are available at www.thejoan. com.au or by calling 4723 7600.

Elvis, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Roy Orbison, Rufus Thomas Jnr, Howlin’ Wolf and many more launched their careers at the famous Sun Record Company in Memphis.

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The Frocks – St Marys Leagues Club Free, 9.00pm 9677 7777 Manning Patston – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 Born Jovi – O’Donoghues Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509 On The Prowl – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Caramel – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Wizard Of Oz – Penrith Panthers $16.10, 11am 1300 PANTHERS Flexx Old School Fridays – Penrith Panthers Free, 10pm 1300 PANTHERS Sun Rising – The Joan $60, 7.30pm 4723 7600

House DJ – O’Donoghues Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509 Rock City Saints – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Levels Party – Tattersalls Penrith From $10, 9pm 4744 2002 or Eventbrite John Mackie & Yuki Kumagai Jazz Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Confetti Disco Party – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 The Island John Lees Centre, 4735 5422 Saturday, January 19, 7pm, $25

Jay Atwill The Church Bar, 4577 6151 Friday, January 18, 6.30pm, free entry

Kazaam Duo – Workers Sports Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Take A Hit Duo – Hubertus Country Club Free entry, 1pm 4773 4444

Friday, January 25

Caramel – St Marys Leagues Club Free, 9.00pm 9677 7777 Will D – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 The Love Fools – O’Donoghues Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509 Midnight Drifters – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Cover X – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Great Southern Land – Penrith Panthers $37.50, 7.30pm 1300 PANTHERS The Frocks – Pioneer Tavern Free, 9pm 4736 4466 Sips and Sounds – Penrith Regional Gallery Free, 4.30pm 4735 1100

Saturday, January 26

Matchbox Band – Workers Blacktown Free entry, 8pm 9830 0600 The Frocks – Workers Sports Free entry, 9pm 8822 2444 Sun Rising – The Joan $60, 2pm and 7.30pm 4723 7600

Aussie Dolls – St Marys Leagues Club Free, 9.00pm 9677 7777 Bridge City Jazz Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Suits – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Geoff Power – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Frocks – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Hyjinx – Workers Blacktown Free entry, 8pm 9830 0600 Australia Day At The Lake Wentworth Falls Lake, 0409 845 415 Saturday, January 26, 8am, free

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Saturday, January 19

Girl Power from the 60s – Penrith Panthers $15, 7pm 1300 PANTHERS Oz Icons – St Marys Leagues Club Free, 9.00pm 9677 7777 Undercover Soul – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509

Di Soloman – St Marys Leagues Club Free, 1.00pm 9677 7777 Rockin Eddie – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Liam Gray – O’Donoghues Free entry, 3pm 4735 5509 The Shuffle Boys – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Sundays on the Terrace – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 3pm 1300 PANTHERS

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Sunday, January 27

Kafe Kool – St Marys Leagues Club Free, 1.00pm 9677 7777 Karl Christoph – O’Donoghues Free entry, 4pm 4735 5509 Tall Timbre – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Gordon Hendricks – Penrith Panthers $53.85, 3pm 1300 PANTHERS Sundays on the Terrace – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 3pm 1300 PANTHERS Acoustic Autograph – Workers Sports Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Latin Vibes – Hubertus Country Club Free entry, 1pm 4773 4444 The Ideal Home Exhibition Penrith Regional Gallery, 4735 1100 Running until March 24, free entry

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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

Celebrate Australia Day at Jamison Park Grab the kids and enjoy the free family fun day at Jamison Park. Help celebrate our diverse heritage and traditions with free fun for all the family, including lamington making, games, face painting, inflatable volleyball, scooter and skateboard demonstrations, music and a performance by Peter Rabbit. Penrith’s Australia Day celebrations will take place at Jamison Park on January 26 between 3pm and 8pm.

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Take a trip back in time and into the decade that brought us flower power and flares. Welcome to the 70s is at The Joan on January 23.

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Australia woke up with a new-look 

‘Today’ on Monday with Georgie Gardner now joined at the desk by Deborah Knight, following confirmation over the holidays that Karl Stefanovic was being moved on from the show. Tom Steinfort is the program’s new newsreader, while Tony Jones is reading sport and Brooke Boney has taken over the central entertainment role. To be honest, the all-new ‘Today’ looked much like the old ‘Today’.

Perhaps once the tennis is over and the show is back in the studio, it’ll take a fresher direction.

There’s plenty of people talking about 

Troy Dodds TV NEWS

the new Netflix series ‘Sex Education’, which is quickly gaining a huge fan base and earning itself binge-worthy status.

The show stars Gillian Anderson as a sexually liberated relationship therapist, with her son Otis (Asa Butterfield) following in her footsteps by setting up an unofficial sex therapy business at his high school. Worth checking out.

US but cannot air right now on Nine due to the Australian Open. Fans of the show can catch new episodes on 9Now.

Channel Nine is fast-tracking new epi

HBO has confirmed that ‘Game of 

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MANIFEST, 9NOW from 6.00am on Friday, January 25 to Monday, January 28. Foxtel’s ‘Aussies in Film’ pop-up includes some of the biggest worldwide hit movie titles featuring our favourite local personalities. Find it on Channel 404.

Thrones’ will return with its final six episodes on Sunday, April 14.

‘Criminal Minds’ has been renewed 

Legal drama ‘Suits’ returns on Janu

for a 15th season, but the celebration for fans has been muted by news that it’ll be the final season. The crime drama, which airs on Channel 7 and Foxtel in Australia, will have shot 325 episodes by the time it ends, making it one of the longest-running shows in television history.

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It’s the second half of season eight, with no word yet on whether the show will earn itself a ninth season.

Channel 10’s move to premiere ‘I’m 

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PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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Monday’s Lunar Eclipse in Leo fires up your restless and spontaneous side. But then Saturn stymies your energy and motivation levels, and Uranus revs up your tendency to make hasty remarks (that you later regret). Remember Rams – it takes a short time to burn bridges and a lot longer to mend them! So hold your tongue, make frustration your friend and proceed with plenty of caution. From Friday onwards things improve.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

With Monday’s fiery Lunar Eclipse heating up your home zone, tread carefully with fragile family members. It will be oh-so-easy to say the wrong thing to the wrong person at the wrong time. So aim to be a super tactful Taurus! Courtesy of prosperity planet Jupiter, Tuesday is one of your luckiest days of the year and karma also plays an important role in proceedings.

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MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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The stars favour communicating from the heart and saying what’s on your mind.

But – with the Supermoon Eclipse and Uranus loosening your tongue – resist the urge to tell tall tales and spread salacious gossip. Tuesday is a terrific time to promote a joint venture, catch up with a friend or organise a romantic rendezvous.

Unhappily single? Sparks could fly with someone from a different country or culture.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Cash-strapped Crabs – avoid going on a spontaneous spending spree or lending money to others. You’re liable to make impulsive decisions based purely on your emotions (which are fluctuating wildly, courtesy of Monday’s Supermoon Eclipse). Reading, writing, research, kindness, cooperation and convivial conversation are particularly favoured this week.

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JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

Prepare to dazzle like the Diva you truly are! This week’s Lunar Eclipse in Leo boosts your confidence, charisma and chutzpah. It’s also time to give your undivided attention to others.

Communication is favoured as you converse with a wide range of family, friends colleagues and acquaintances.

Attached Lions – strive to get the balance right between personal projects and cosy companionship.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Your days are often organised with military precision as you try to get everything just right. But this week there’s a Lunar Eclipse, plus Mercury (your ruler) connects with unpredictable Uranus and moves into adventurous Aquarius. So strive to be more spontaneous, as you toss your usual timetable out the window and stretch your adaptability muscles in exciting new directions.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Monday’s Supermoon Eclipse highlights your hopes and wishes zone so it’s a wonderful week to expand (or re-visit) your goals for 2019. Go for gold and make your dreams as big and beautiful as you possibly can! Then Venus and Jupiter encourage you to channel your inner hedonist as you eat, drink, socialise, party, entertain, love and live life to the absolute max. A friendship that’s been floundering could take a surprising turn.

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OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

The pressure’s on at work, but don’t let that blind you to the pressing needs of a loved one at home. With Venus and Jupiter joining up in your self-esteem zone, avoid taking yourself too seriously.

It’s time to let your hair down and have some fun! So your motto for the moment is from poet Lord Byron (who was born on January 22): “Always laugh when you can.

It is cheap medicine.”

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Moderation and common sense fly out the window this week as you party to the max, spend too much, overdo just about everything and make some silly mistakes. But you’ll certainly have a lot of fun along the way! Study, education and conversation are highlighted when the Lunar Eclipse lights up your curiosity zone. It also stirs your restless gypsy gene, as foreign shores and exotic escapades increasingly occupy your mind.

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CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Monday looks rather exasperating, as the Mars/Saturn square frustrates plans and slows progress. The Supermoon Eclipse shines a spotlight on lust and loot, so an intimate relationship could soar spectacularly or crash and burn. And you need to keep up-to-date with money matters. If you are flexible and well-informed, then it will pay off further down the track. Be patient!

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Many Aquarians are (or were) rebels at heart including Mozart, James Dean, Bob Marley and Yoko Ono. But remember there’s a fine line between being rebellious and just plain reckless. You’re impatient for change, especially involving a major relationship. Don’t be too hasty and throw the baby out with the bathwater though! With Mercury joining the Sun in your sign, your words have the power to influence others in positive ways.

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FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

A relationship (of the platonic, romantic or business variety) looks rather confusing on Monday. So don’t make assumptions … check the facts before you respond.

With the Lunar Eclipse stimulating your wellbeing zone, strive to be more proactive about your health, diet and fitness.

Are you spending too many hours sitting on your Piscean posterior, especially at work?

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Milestone birthdays offer a chance for reflection Annual check-ups of your financial goals are vitally important to securing your long-term future...

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Last week I turned 40! I’m really not sure where all the years went. I think back fondly on my 21st and 30th birthdays and they certainly don’t feel like the 10 and 19 years ago that basic maths tells me they were. Like most milestones, major birthdays can be great cause for reflection and, during the last week, I’ve looked back at all the things I imagined I would have achieved by the time I reached 40.

I feel fortunate that I have achieved many of the goals I had both formally and informally set for myself in my career, my life and financially. However, there are many areas where I have fallen short of my aims. Embarrassingly, as a Financial Planner who is a big believer in superannuation, I have far less money in my super than I’d like. This is a consequence of being self-employed for almost all of my entire working career.

The last 10 years have gone in the blink of an eye, I assume the next 10 will fly past as well. The old saying rings true, 10 years from now feels like forever, but 10 years ago feels like yesterday. Before I know it, I’ll be 50! This thought process has given me the incentive to address the areas

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people often forget about. A simple way to do this is to check in with your goals on an annual basis. Compare where you were 12 months ago, see how far you’ve come, then set a target for where you’d like to be next year, as well as longer range forecasts.

If you are a little behind, try to do a little extra now, rather than being forced to do a lot extra later.

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You’ve probably heard about the Keto-diet, but what’s the real story?

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

The Keto-diet is an eating lifestyle that includes reducing dietary carbohydrate intake to approximately 15g per day to achieve ketosis, while simultaneously increasing the dietary intake of dietary fat and protein.

The misconception with the Keto- diet is that it focuses solely on increasing fat intake.

The goal of the diet is to reduce carbohydrate intake to a level that encourages the body to produce and use ketones (fat) as a fuel or energy source. And at the same time ensuring that calorie intake is sufficient by including additional appropriate amounts of good fats and protein.

The human body is sufficient in using glucose (carbohydrates) as an energy source to complete everyday activities.

The body additionally can use other food sources, including fat to supply the body with energy. The mechanism that the body uses to convert fat into energy is slower and is a more complex process. This is why we generally opt for carbohydrate as our main fuel source.

However, fat (ketones) provide the body with more sustained energy than glucose. Additionally, using ketones as an energy source instead of glucose holds a

reduced blood glucose effect. Therefore, people experience less fatigue or energy drops, improved sleep, better concentration, improved fitness performance and weight loss.

While there are benefits to choosing the Keto- diet, it is important to be aware of the side effects that can occur if Keto is not managed properly. Keto-Flu is a common side effect of the Keto-diet which includes the symptoms, dizziness, drop in energy, fatigue, headaches and irritability. The implications of this, include ‘sodium dumping’ which is an increased loss of sodium levels. Therefore, bone broths or certain electrolytes are recommended to lessen the symptoms of Keto-flu.

Women in particular need to be mindful of managing the Keto-diet properly. This is due to the nature of a woman’s fluctuating hormones. Generally, the hormone

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progesterone will decline approximately three to five days before menstruation.

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Some women feel they crave for sugar shortly before menstruation, however the craving for salt triggers the same craving response. Which is why women find that salty chips usually stops the craving. It is the salt they are craving, not the chips.

Choosing to follow a Keto- diet can be an empowering and positive lifestyle change. However, everyone will respond differently to the sudden macronutrient dietary ratio change. Therefore, selfprogress monitoring may be useful to achieve maximum benefit.

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It’s a simple ‘ding ding’, but when there are more than 160 of them it adds to the cacophony of noise along the tramways of Hong Kong Island.

Affectionately called ‘ding ding’ by locals, mimicking the sound of a bell, the city’s 114-year-old trams shake, rattle and roll their way past some of the island’s skyscraper landmarks.

But one old double- deck tram in particular stands out from the rest. It’s the one that runs on the ‘Tramoramic’ tour between Causeway Bay and Sheung Wan’s Western Market – or vice versa.

As part of a three- pronged attack on completing three value-for-money attractions in a day – morning, afternoon and evening – I jumped aboard the 1920s-style open top tram for an ear- piercing slow (very) journey from the Causeway Bay Terminus to the Western Market Terminus via a branch circulating Happy Valley racecourse and through bustling streets filled with ultra- modern cityscapes, as well as colourful history and modern culture.

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And to make it even more worthwhile, you get a two- day ticket for unlimited access on Hong Kong Tramways network.

It was time to move on to transport that runs faster (not by much in Hong Kong’s traffic jams), so I headed for the hop on/ hop off Big Bus, which operates daily on three routes (red, blue and green).

I opted for the green route from the Central Ferry Pier 7 – mainly because the price included a trip on the 130-year- old iconic Peak Tram without having to queue. And the wait at times can be long.

Very long.

Back downtown from the heady heights of the Peak, the Big Bus joins the heavy traffic to Ocean Park, then along a winding coastal road to upmarket Repulse Bay, where there are opulent homes overlooking the sea – and even a Ferrari dealership on the waterfront.

Next stop is Stanley, where I hopped off to grab a bargain or two at the renowned market by the South China Sea. Stanley has changed dramatically over the past decade with the market losing many of its bargain clothing stalls and the place looking somewhat tacky. But the choice of al fresco dining options along the main street on the promenade more than made up for the disappointing market.

Big Bus ticket costs range from HKD$480 for a one- day ticket that also includes a trip on the Star Ferry. A two-day de-luxe ticket – costing HKD650 – also includes a one-hour tour on Victoria Harbour and Kowloon nightlife tour.

No first-time visit to Hong Kong is complete without a signature seafood feast at the giant Jumbo Kingdom floating restaurant in Aberdeen, the last stop of the Big Bus green route.

Located at the Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter, there’s a free shuttle ferry to Jumbo Kingdom from Aberdeen Promenade Pier and Wong Chuk Hang Shum Wan Pier.

Now in its 42nd year, Jumbo Kingdom is best known for its fresh seafood (customers can select what they want from a huge fish tank), traditional Cantonese cuisine and dim sum.

The restaurant’s interior and exterior were built following the design of the royal court of Ming Dynasty. It took four years to complete at a cost of HKD$30 million.

Over the years, Jumbo Kingdom has been the film set for many movie blockbusters.

Whether you’re just passing through or it’s your main holiday destination, there is plenty to see and do in Hong Kong.

But you certainly have to plan, and be patient, as it is certainly bustling; busy is an understatement!

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Horror start to the year: We need to focus on water safety Recent tragedies have reminded us just how important water safety is...

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

I would love to begin this column with a Happy New Year message, but I am writing with a heavy heart, as this summer has been horrific so far in terms of drowning statistics.

Five people drowned in less than 24 hours on New Year’s Day across Australia and 51 people drowned in the first 37 days of summer.

At January 10, there have been 56 drowning deaths nationally since December 1st – more than one drowning per day – across a range of demographics, including children, teens and adults, both Australians and overseas tourists.

This represents a 30 per cent increase on drownings at the same last year.

Many of these deaths occurred in the ocean, but we have also seen incidents in rivers, lagoons and backyard pools during this time. It was especially heartbreaking to hear of a two-year-old girl lost in our local community last week.

It’s hard to read these statistics, and even harder to imagine what the families of the victims are going through, our thoughts and sympathies are with each and every one of them.

It is important to understand that this terrible loss could happen to anyone. We

must make sure that all layers of water safety are in place at all times – supervision, fencing the pool and shutting the gate, teaching children to swim from babies and learning CPR – as we are all human, and as such, one of the layers may fail from time to time. For adults, swimming alone, intoxication and lack of awareness of river and ocean currents also played a part in many of the deaths, so be aware of these risk factors, respect the water, and don’t take any chances, ever. It’s simply not worth it.

Accidental falls into water remain the leading activity prior to drowning among

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children under five, resulting in 78 per cent of all drowning deaths in this age group last year. Please make your new year’s resolution to carry out a water safety audit at home. Check pool gates and fences, get your children into swimming lessons ASAP and learn CPR. If you are an adult who cannot swim – it’s never too late, we offer adult group and private learn to swim classes at our centre.

We still have lots of hot weather forecast for January and February, so please, stay safer.

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New year, new you: It’s time to focus on fashion!

If you’re feeling a little flat, why not make 2019 the year you emerge with an exciting new look, starting with your clothes...

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Happy new year! With every new year it’s time to throw out the old and bring in the new with fresh new energy, why not consider your personal style?

2019 has arrived and here are some new year’s fashion resolutions worth sticking to and much easier than going to the gym every day!

Shop your wardrobe Did you know that your regular everyday person only uses 30 per cent of their wardrobe?

That leaves a whole bunch of unused outfits just waiting around for the perfect moment.

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Penrith is hoping that Daiki Kobayashi is their secret weapon this season. Photo: Melinda Jane

Import ready to shine NATHAN TAYLOR

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enrith will be pinning their hopes on a 170cm point guard from Japan this season as they aim to return to the playoffs in the Men’s Waratah Championship League.

Late last year the Panthers acquired 26 - year - old Japanese import Daiki Kobayashi, to be part of their Men’s Championship League team in 2019.

No stranger to playing basketball overseas, this is Kobayashi’s first time in Australia and he’s very much looking forward to being part of the Penrith Basketball set-up this season.

ball culture. America and Australia are two of the top basketball countries in the world. I like competing against bigger, better and faster players.

“I’m really excited to play and I can’t wait for the season to start.”

While Kobayashi will be one of the shorter players on the court when the season gets underway in a few months’ time, what he lacks in height he certainly makes up for in pure skill.

“There have been a lot of short players in the NBA and those players gave me the motivation to play basketball. Height doesn’t matter,” Kobayashi said.

“My strength is my ball handling, to dish it to everyone to score. I am also fast

“I am in Australia to play basketball, I had several tryouts but Penrith were the first to offer me a deal,” Kobayashi told the Weekender.

“I feel like the coaching staff is really good and so is the facility. I think I can become a better basketball player at Penrith.”

Growing up in Japan, Kobayashi spent most his high school years in the United States. Kobayashi said he learned a lot from playing the game in the US and isn’t worried about any potential communication barrier playing in Australia.

“I went to America when I was 14 so I’m used to playing foreigners,” he said.

“Each country has a different basket-

and bring the tempo up. Hopefully I can get them to the playoffs.”

Panthers coach Jeff Kilbourne is hoping the club’s investment in Kobayashi will pay off this year with a return to the post-season.

“Daiki, or Big D as I like to call him, is exciting. He’s lighting fast and can score,” Kilbourne said.

“From all accounts he has a fair bit of experience and seems like a genuine fella.

“He’ll be our starting point guard. We just missed out on the playoffs last year by two games, so hopefully he’s the missing link and will help us get a few extra wins next season.”

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Sporting hub promised Kingswood High School welcomes $300,000 commitment from State Government

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Penrith MP and NSW Sports Minister Stuart Ayres said due to growing demand in the local area, there has become a need for new sporting facilities.

“A new sporting hub is being built at the school, which will include upgrading two ovals with irrigation systems and new quality playing surfaces,” Mr Ayres announced late last year.

“This facility will offer a fantastic space for students, sporting enthusiasts and those looking to take part in leisure activities.

“By opening up the oval to sporting groups outside of school hours it will encourage higher participation and use by local residents, which will support a sense of local community.”

Kingswood High School Principal Adam Forbes welcomed the commitment.

“Kingswood High School and its community is going through a time of significant positive change with new capital works programs to ensure our students have the best possible learning environment. This

Adam Forbes, Stuart Ayres, Nikola Nestorovic and head of PE Darren Lang at Kingswood High School is a great win for our school community,” he said.

“The ongoing support provided by Stuart Ayres has enabled Kingswood High School to be at the forefront of quality public education in western Sydney.”

Minister for Racing Paul Toole said the project was funded through the Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants program.

“More than $50 million in funding is being provided during this current term of

government for projects across sport and recreation, emergency preparedness, and arts and culture,” Mr Toole said.

These grants are funded by a contribution from the state’s registered clubs to reinvest profits from gaming machines.

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eenage Leonay Golf Club Junior Pennants representative Coby Carruthers has finished runnerup in his age group in the Jack Newton Junior Golf Foundation - sanctioned ‘Harvey Norman Week of Golf’.

Played over January 5 to 7 at five prestigious courses in the Sydney Metropolitan Area (North Ryde, Pennant Hills, Avondale, Cumberland and Muirfield), the tournament attracted 100 of the State’s top male juniors.

Two Leonay locals were in the 13 Years group, being 13- year- old Carruthers and Tyler Nesci – who plays at Concord Golf Club.

Carruthers finished in a tie for first in the 13 Years age group with Castle Hill junior Ryan Fletcher, then lost to Fletcher in a six- hole playoff to finish as runner-up.

Carruthers shot rounds of 75, 79, 78, 84 and 77 over the five days, whilst Fletcher shot 82, 75, 81, 75 and 80 – both players finishing on 393.

Nesci finished in 5th position in the 13 Years Scratch standings with a score of 414, then also finished in 5th position

in the Nett standings, just ahead of Carruthers in 6th.

Carruthers said it was a great learning experience.

“I went down (against Fletcher) but I learnt a valuable lesson and that is to stick in there and fight and anything is possible,” Carruthers said.

“Thanks to my Mum and Dad who took me (to the tournament games) and guided me through all the way.”

Carruthers finished in an impressive 16th position overall, whilst Nesci finished in 41st.

Penrith Golf Club was represented by Blake Murray (tied 15th) and Michael Organ (9th) in the 16+ Age group, along with Brent Gadd (12th) in the 10 Years group.

In other golf news, four local juniors have been selected to the 2019 Western Sydney Academy of Sport Golf Program. The four players are Coby Carruthers (Leonay), Blake Murray, Michael Organ (Penrith) and Blake Hodges (Dunheved).

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McKendry may have to face harsh reality The career of unlucky Penrith prop Sam McKendry is hanging in the balance with reports that he has suffered yet another knee injury.

The 29- year- old has faced three knee reconstructions in as many years and is fighting to return to the field in 2019.

But it’s understood his knee ‘blew up’ at training this week, with severe swelling concerning the club’s medical staff.

McKendry is expected to take a break from training before resuming his efforts to play for the Panthers again.

However, the Weekender understands that Penrith officials are now resigned to the fact that McKendry will most likely not play again.

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AFL confirms Giant honour for Shaw

Leonay Junior representative Coby Carruthers in action on the first tee at Leonay Golf Club. Photo: Noel Rowsell (www.photoexcellence.com.au)

GWS Giants defender Heath Shaw will be officially inducted as a Life Member of the AFL at the 2019 Annual General Meeting in March.

The honour was confirmed by the AFL Commission this week after Shaw passed a total of 300 matches during the 2018 season including pre- season and finals appearances.

The 33- year- old has played 259 home and away games, 23 finals and 26 preseason games across a 15- season career with the Collingwood Magpies and now the GWS Giants.

He joined the Giants in 2014.

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he State Government is talking up its Active Kids program, encouraging families to apply for their $100 voucher to ease the costs of sport for kids.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said 540,000 of the $100 vouchers were redeemed in 2018 making sport more accessible for families and helping to reduce childhood obesity.

“We have made it a priority to reduce childhood overweight and obesity rates in NSW and now with Active Kids we have almost half of all school- enrolled kids enjoying the benefits of exercise,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“It is clear the first year of the program has been a huge success and I want to

see even more families take advantage of the vouchers and enroll their children in sport in 2019.”

Penrith MP and Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres said parents can register for the Active Kids program again in 2019 by registering online to receive their $100 voucher to go towards membership expenses and fees.

“Active kids are happy and healthy kids and this program means that every child in the State has the opportunity to be fit and active,” Mr Ayres said.

There are 9600 approved Active Kids providers across NSW. For more information and a list of approved providers, visit: www.sport. nsw.gov.au/activekids.

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The Wanderers dominated Central Coast 2-0 back on December 7 but since then have struggled to find success, losing 3-1 to Sydney FC and drawing with Adelaide United 2-2 to round out 2018.

The side then lost 2-0 to Melbourne City on New Year’s Day before losing 3-2 to Wellington and then somehow giving up a 3-1 lead to lose 4-3 to Perth Glory last weekend.

The Glory loss was heartbreaking given the Wanderers dominated the contest and looked on track for a certain victory.

“The chance was there but we couldn’t take it,” Wanderers coach Markus Babbel said.

“I feel really sad for the boys... I think we dominated the game and created chances.”

The gap between the top six and the rest of the field in this year’s A-League competition is getting wider, which means the Wanderers must start stringing wins together if they are any chance of playing in the Finals.

The Wanderers play Adelaide United tonight (Friday, January 18) at ANZ Stadium before an away trip to tackle Melbourne City at AAMI Park on Tuesday, January 22.

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