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lenty has been said about Penrith City Council’s three-bin system. Social media debates have been had, awards won and plans altered, but now a fun campaign with a serious side is helping those who still haven’t quite adjusted to the concept. The ‘Green Bin Bloke’ has been popping up around Penrith as part of the campaign to ensure

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Trees down and massive clean-up needed after Monday’s freak storm in local area “... Poured and wind was so strong in Glenmore Park ... hail stones like grapes,” one local resident said on the Weekender Facebook page. “Storm come down the river like a train,” another said. The freak weather events add to a remarkable summer in Penrith, which has seen few bright days but plenty of rain. Temperatures this week hovered around the 25 degree mark but it’ll get a

little warmer over the weekend with the weather bureau predicting maximum temperatures of 32 degrees today and 29 degrees tomorrow. But it doesn’t mean it’ll be beach weather, with rain still predicted on both days. Tom Saunders from The Weather Channel said Penrith received 19mm of rain on Monday, while wind gusts reached 65km/h.

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alentine’s Day was a bitter sweet occasion for one of my really good former friends. You see, last Valentine’s Day he broke up with his long term partner. In fact, who knows how long they had been together – I think we’d all lost count of the years that had passed. It was one of those relationships where you just thought they would be together forever. A year on, and things have taken quite a twist. You see, after staying strong and sticking to his word for a year, my friend got back into bed with his ex on Monday night. I guess the roses and the chocolates and all of that love around town were just too much for him to resist. The friend in question is the type of guy who just can’t help himself. He’ll brag a little bit about how things are going and how well he is doing and how he’s the best of the best, but then he goes and acts like all of the others. The fact that he was back in bed with his ex on Monday night is kind of a little bit sad for his friendship group, particularly given we know he’s started dating some other former flames again as well. You see, when you say you’re going to break up with somebody, you need to know that you’re sure. You need to know that you’re going to stick by your decision, because otherwise it can be very, very embarrassing. We all remember when my friend broke up with his ex because it was on Valentine’s Day last year and I think it was designed to make us think that he’d made a real serious change in his life. Turns out he was lying all along. We’ve now discovered he is just as bad as he was back then. It’s almost like he never broke up with his ex at all. My friend’s name, by the way, is the National Australia Bank. You may remember that last Valentine’s Day, they ran a massive campaign announcing that they had “broken up” with the other big banks. They dared to be diff erent. The campaign got a lot of attention but in a classic case of the left hand

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not talking to the right, the genius of the marketing team did not fi lter down – or up – to the key decision makers in the bank. It was somewhat ironic that almost 12 months to the day since the famous “break up”, the NAB announced on Monday night that it would follow the other three big banks and raise interest rates despite the Reserve Bank keeping them steady. Imagine that – the bank that broke up with the others, following them with its tail between its legs saying “me too”. Customers of the NAB should feel rightly dudded. Not because of the rate they are getting – after all, the NAB is cheaper than the other three – but because they were with a bank that promised to be diff erent. But behind the smart advertising and marketing ploys, the same BS exists. The NAB has egg on its face because it promised to be something but failed to deliver. That is the ultimate slap in the face to its customers. But are we the foolish ones? I recently went through the home loan process and ended up with a smaller lender on a rate cheaper than what the big four had to offer. Many tell the same story, and it seems if you do your research and look into smaller banks and credit unions, you’ll fi nd that the big four are ripping you off. So why do we keep walking in the door of the NAB, ANZ, Westpac and CBA? These are banks that raise your interest rates and sack staff , but post amazing profits and fi nd enough cash in the coffers to sponsor major sporting events, stadiums and take out some of the most expensive advertising options in the country. You will keep getting screwed by the big four for as long as you keep letting them do it. They know you won’t ring up and change. They know that after a hard week of work, you simply won’t bother. And they enjoy their long lunches with harbour views and expensive champagne, safe in that knowledge. Do yourself a favour – vote with your feet. Switching banks is easier than you think, and if you’re the one doing the breaking up, you may just stick with your word. Tell the NAB that you hope the makeup sex was good, but you’re not sticking around for the cuddle afterwards.

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In regards to the story on page eight last week (Outsider to have tilt at Lindsay preselection, Western Weekender February 10), I think this just goes to show how parties don’t care about people if they send a councillor from Baulkham Hills to run against David Bradbury in Lindsay. How stupid are these people, this is for people who live in the area not people who don’t, they should change the law to make it that you run in the area where you live. Does this mean I can run in any election anywhere, when does it end? Tony Robinson, Kingswoord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Th is term “Marriage Equality” is a con job (Not far enough, Western Weekender February 10). Marriage has a defi nition and you either satisfy the terms of the defi nition or not. If you are not a man and woman then marriage does not apply. Todd and Alex can choose their lifestyle and live as they want but marry they can’t and we can’t just change the defi nition of words just because someone wants something they can’t have. Denis Colbourn, via email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ike half of Australia, I let out a big, loud, painful groan this week. A new weight landed on my shoulders. And it’s a weight that invariably seems to be getting heavier. The burden is that of our banks – deciding yet again to bump up mortgage rates. It’s greedy. There is simply no other way to describe it. How about the nerve of the Commonwealth Bank, bumping up its interest rates one day, and then later in the week announcing a record half year profit of $3.57 billion. Break that down, and they are making $20 million every day of the year. Yet apparently that’s not enough – they need to bleed me and every other one of their home loan clients out of more of our hard earned money. It’s frustrating beyond words. But in all seriousness, what can you do? Every major bank this week decided that they needed to hike interest rates, despite the Reserve Bank not moving a muscle. They justify it with confusing statements like “the cost of money has become more expensive”. That was seriously a statement this week made by a banking executive... if anyone can actually figure out what on earth that means, then please give me a call as soon as humanly possible. In my line of work, we often look at how

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Shock Horror! Gina Reinhart, Australia’s richest woman wants to buy into the Fairfax media empire. Th is has caused pangs of anguish from the court media critics. Gina is being accused of wanting to infl uence public opinion on such “important” matters as global warming and mining. It is, of course OK, for everyone else to promote global warming and environmentalism until the ocean freezes but Gina is diff erent; she isn’t buying the well funded stories of the court scientists. Little is said of Murdoch buying more media and how he might be influencing public opinion. But alas, he is of the politically correct brigade, on the side of BIG government and BIG business. Go for it Gina, prove to us that there is some free speech left in this country. Use your wealth to fi ght the tyrants who would restrict us in what we read and see. Jay Nauss, via email

you can minimise your home loan – the most common answer in those stories is by moving to a credit union or smaller broker. But understandably people are worried about leaving big reliable banks. Everyone has seen what’s happened with a number of fi nancial institutions in the United States going broke, and doesn’t want to get stung here. Our interest rates are much higher than those in America, but that is simply because our economy is far stronger and more reliable. But the strength in the economy is going straight into the pockets of miners, not average people like you and me. So what are we supposed to do as everything gets more expensive, but we’re not getting any richer? Well how about the government does something! I’m not suggesting communist style handouts and equal payments for everyone across the board, but the Federal Government’s stance against the big banks has been nothing short of pathetic. There comes a time when Wayne Swan has to stand up for every mortgage holder out there and say enough is enough. That time is now. Surely he can legislate that for a certain period of time that the banks are only able to move interest rates when the Reserve Bank.

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he waters may have subsided but Londonderry residents will not quickly forget last Thursday evening’s floods. The stench of mould is in the air, dying vegetation lies mounded against mesh fences and the watermark left by floodwater sediments is still visible on many properties. Locals from Warrina Place, Torkington Road and Nutt Road face a daunting task of cleaning up after the floods, caused by a downpour of over 100mm of rain on Thursday night. Shane and Lisa Nolan’s home is set on brick stilts at the end of Warrina Place. As the floodwaters rose, Lisa and their four sons sought refuge at Chifl ey Hotel but Shane stayed the night and watched in horror as the waters reached neck-height in his back yard. “We have a lot of birds in aviaries in the backyard and we had moved some of the smaller cages to higher ground, expecting some flooding. But by midnight, I was standing neck deep in water in my backyard, cutting the aviaries open to save the birds. The water just rose so quickly,” Mr Nolan said. “The house sits on pylons but it is not bolted down or anything and at one point I thought the house would just float away. We saved some of the electricals but big things like the treadmill and fridge could not be saved.

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“Part of me just wants to knock the house down and start again, it is just destroyed.” Shaun and Belinda McGovern, neighbours of the Nolan family, face similar frustrations. “We bought this home three years ago when we were getting married. It was our dream house, a very pretty house but look at it now,” said Mrs McGovern. The couple had recently completed

renovating the home, including installing a brand new barbeque, flooring and paintwork but feel they will now have to start all over again. “The water came through the back door and just poured through the house and out the front door,” Mr McGovern said. “I stayed the night to look after the place but the SES came and rescued Belinda and our nine-month-old daughter Chloe.”

Some residents are looking for answers as to why the flooding was so extensive – but not from the heavens. “I have lived here 16 years and the flooding has only been bad since the natural course of the causeway has been altered. It used to run behind the houses [on Torkington Road] but people have built dams and now the water spills straight onto the road,” said a Torkington Road resident.

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MAYOR’S NEWS GREG DAVIES

Help after floods

THE BILLINGTON PLACE CAR PARK MAY BE BEING USED BY RAIL COMMUTERS INSTEAD OF SHOPPERS. INSET: COUNCILLOR ROSS FOWLER

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Last week’s intense storm event left many distressed households surveying the damage. Fast-tracking our community’s recovery is paramount and I am working with the Premier and our local State and Federal members to ensure the best assistance is delivered where it is needed. Council has organised emergency crews, clean-ups and replacement garbage bins among other efforts to spur on recovery. If your household was aff ected, I encourage you to contact Council’s rates section to explore payment options that may relieve fi nancial pressure (call 4732 7676 to discuss these options). You can also write to me at Penrith City Council, PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751 to request a letter of support if required.

Council owns local car park, but can’t change the rules EMILY CRANE

enrith City Council owns Billington Place car park in Emu Plains, but a decision to impose timed parking limits isn’t theirs to

make. A number of businesses in the vicinity of Billington Place made a request to the Council in December for the provision of two hour parking restrictions instead of the existing all day parking.

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Applications are now being called for all users and potential users, eg. non-profit making Community Groups for use of the Community buses in the Penrith area for the period: 1 April–30 June 2012 These applications will then be assessed, based on the Priority of Access Criteria set by Council, at the Penrith City Council Access Bus Group Meeting which will be held at 6pm in the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith on Tuesday, 6 March 2012 in the Woodlands Room (Ground Floor). Applicants and interested members of the community are warmly invited to attend this meeting. Applicants should use the appropriate forms, which are available from the main counter in the foyer of the Civic Centre. Groups which have not already done so, need to complete a Group Information Form and submit it with their application. Groups are responsible for the cost of fuel and oil, and need to provide their own driver. Drivers require a Class LR Licence. The following Fees are Current, as at 1 July 2011:

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A report to Council stated that the restriction on the Local Traffi c Committee could mean Council loses control over parking areas close to St Marys, Werrington and Penrith stations as well. An additional commuter car park with 265 spaces was constructed on the northern side of the station last year and Council understands commuters started using the Billington Place car park while works were carried out. “If they’re not utilising the new car park, then push the commuters to use it,” said Cr John Thain.

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The business owners claim their customers miss out on parking because commuters take up spaces due to the proximity to Emu Plains Railway Station. “For business to work it needs to have consistent car parking turnover,” said Cr Ross Fowler, who called for the issue to be discussed at Council’s Policy Review meeting on Monday night. But the Roads and Maritime Service (RMS) says Council is prohibited from changing the time limit because it is located within one kilometre of a railway station.

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Fees are payable to the Cashier at the Main Counter of Penrith Council 14 days prior to use. Please note that a separate application form must be submitted for each date applied for. Completed application to use forms for the above period and new group information forms must be submitted to: Community & Cultural Development Department Penrith Council,

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Draft Penrith Accessible Trails Hierarchy Strategy (PATHS) Shared Pathway Network for Urban Areas of Penrith LGA

It is widely acknowledged that a well designed, interconnected network of shared pathways across the City will provide the community with a valuable recreational and transport facility. Council has developed the Draft Penrith Accessible Trails Hierarchy Strategy (PATHS) which proposes an integrated network of quality shared-use pathways for cyclists and pedestrians, or ‘trails’, that will improve the range of healthy and sustainable transport options and passive recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to the City of Penrith. The Draft Strategy outlines key trails around the suburbs of our local government area. It is hoped that this Strategy will allow the staged and progressive establishment of an improved pathway and cycleway network for Penrith City. Council invites the general public to have input into the Draft Strategy. The Draft Strategy and associated maps are available at Council’s Penrith and St Marys Offices, and Libraries or available at www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au. The Draft Strategy is on public exhibition from 20 January to 29 February 2012, and written submissions will be received by the undersigned up to the close of business on 29 February 2012. Written submissions, to the attention of PATHS, can also be lodged via paths@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au or via Postage Paid cards available at Council’s offices, libraries and many local bicycle retail outlets. Alan Stoneham, General Manager Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith NSW 2750 PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2750

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Do the right bin to win

See the region as our early explorers did at Penrith City Library’s ‘Venturing Above and Beyond’ history conference.

Get what goes into your bins right and you could be in the running to win a Piaggio MP3 Motorscooter! It’s just like the Green Bin Bloke’s scooter, which he rides through our suburban streets on his mission to help the citizens of Penrith City sort their garbage correctly, and have the chance to score this great prize.

Author Ross Brownscombe will reveal the little known story of those efforts by early explorers attempting to cross the Blue Mountains, paving the way for Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth’s eventual success.

Entry is open to Penrith City residents aged 18 years or older. Download a form from www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au or collect one from your nearest Council office or Penrith City Library branch. You can also call 4732 7615 and we’ll mail you a form.

You’ll also be inspired hearing about our region’s early aviators, William Ewart Hart and Lesley Jones.

To be eligible to win, you must identify which items that can go into each of the three bins. Our environment reaps the benefits of this knowledge too – with less waste ending up at landfill.

The conference will be held in the Richard Bonynge Concert Hall at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre from 8.30am on 10 March.

The prize winner will be drawn during Compost Awareness Week in May.

Then, double your historical knowledge by returning on Sunday for the Family History Fair at Penrith City Library at 601 High Street, Penrith. To book or for more details call 4732 7687, email alisons@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au or visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au Get what goes into your three bins right and you could be in the running to win a motorscooter valued at $10,000!

Development Application Amended plans and a flood impact assessment for the following Development Application has been received by Council: Hydrox Nominees DA11/0470 Masters Home Improvement Store Lot 23 DP 1142130, St Marys Rugby League Club, Boronia Road (corner Forrester Road), North St Marys Contact: Robert Craig on 4732 7593. Closing Date: 5 March 2012. The consent authority for the Development Application is Penrith City Council. The Sydney West Region Joint Planning Panel has the function of determining the application in accordance with Section 23G of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. Any submission made in respect of the application will be provided to the Sydney West Region Joint Planning Panel and may be viewed by other persons with an interest in the application. Council is required to make Development Applications and certain associated documents publicly available under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. There is a 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.

are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA11/1445. For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Gurvinder Singh on 4732 7539. Cityscape Planning & Projects DA12/0078 Lot 1 DP 233967 20 Memorial Avenue, Penrith Demolition of Structures. The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council. The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the Department of Water and Energy – Water Management Act 2000. The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 20 February 2012 to 21 March 2012. 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 of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA12/0078. For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Pukar Pradhan on 4732 7726.

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Penrith City Council has received an amended Species Impact Statement in respect of the property and development applications referred to in this advertisement. DA11/0514, DA11/0515, DA11/0516 and DA11/0517 Maryland Development Company Pty Ltd Lot 1127DP 1158660 (formerly Lot 1036 DP 1149525), Nos.1070–1170, The Northern Road, Llandilo The consent authority for each Development Application is Penrith City Council. Each application is identified as ‘Threatened Species Development’. Details of each Development Application are outlined as follows:

Application Proposed Development DA11/0514 ‘Stage 2A’ – Torrens Title Subdivision x 75 lots and 5 Residue lots, 1 Public Reserve, & Construction of Public Roads. DA11/0515 ‘Stage 2B’ – Torrens title subdivision x 70 lots and 1 residue lot & construction of public roads.

Thanks to everyone who banded together to support those affected in last week’s floods. To find out what Council is doing to help our recovery, visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au For short and snappy updates follow @penrithcouncil on Twitter or like our Facebook www.facebook.com/penrith.city.council

DA11/0516 ‘Stage 2C’ – Torrens title subdivision x 111 lots and 1 residue lot and construction of public roads. DA11/0517 ‘Stage 2D’ – Torrens title subdivision x 102 lots and Construction of Public Roads. The amended Species Impact Statement and accompanying documentation may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 17 February 2012 to 20 March 2012. Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to any of the above Development Applications. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include the relevant Development Application number. The amended SIS has also considered other development applications (described in the SIS as Stage 3A and Stage 3B and the Northern Entry Road) that have previously been determined by Council. Submissions are not sought in relation to those development applications. For any queries relating to the above proposals, please contact Schandel Jefferys on 4732 8125.

Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts

Civic Centre, 601 High Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. N St Marys Office

Queen Street Centre, 207–209 Queen Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri. Switchboard Open: 8.30am–5pm. Mon–Fri. Phone: (02) 4732 7777 Fax: (02) 4732 7958

Section 147 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, 1979 and the Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008 requires the disclosure of reportable political donations or gifts by a person or persons who makes a relevant planning application to Council or submission on a relevant planning application to Council. Further information is available on Council’s website at www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au and the Department of Planning’s website at www.planning.nsw.gov.au/ planning_reforms/donations.asp Under the legislation Council is obliged to maintain a register of any disclosures relation to political donations or gifts. To obtain information from the register, please contact Council’s Public Officer on 4732 7649.

Write to: PO Box 60, Penrith 2751.

Viewing of Development Applications

Freecall 1800 022 182

Development Applications may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic Centre, 601 High St, Penrith. Officers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

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Penrith City Council has received Development Applications in respect of the subject properties Stimson Consultant Services Pty Ltd DA11/1445 Lot 1 DP 529885 2207–2223 Elizabeth Drive, Luddenham Crematorium, lawn cemetery, memorial garden, 3 chapels, associated buildings and car parking, The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council. The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the Department of Planning – Water Management Act 2000 Section 89, 90 & 91 and Roads and Traffic Authority – Roads Act 1993 Section 138. The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours. The exhibition period has been extended until 9 March 2012. 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 of objection

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Post theft: Boy faces court over robbery

A teenager has appeared in Parramatta Children’s Court charged over the alleged break, enter and steal from an Australia Post office in St Marys last year. Police attached to Operation Count Down took over the investigation of the break-in at the business in Queen Street after receiving information from Australia Post Corporate Security when mobile phones were stolen from a display on December 21. The investigators executed a search warrant on a home in Griffi ths Street, North St Marys, last Friday and seized clothing and a number of items, which have been sent for forensic examination. A 15-year-old boy was arrested and taken to St Marys Police Station where he was charged. He appeared at Parramatta Children’s Court on Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Damage: Woman arrested by police

About 7.00am on Sunday, February 12, police were called to an address in Birmingham Street at South Penrith after reports of a female damaging property. When police arrived they found a 21-year-old UK resident in the driveway of

the house. She was arrested for damaging property inside the house and when she was searched, police allege they found an amount of cocaine in her possession. She was arrested and taken back to Penrith Police Station where she was charged with destroy property and possess prohibited drug. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ute driver in fatal crash was over legal limit CASSANDRA O CONNOR

Brawl: Violence erupts at local pub

Penrith Police are investigating a brawl that started about 12.30am on Saturday, February 11, at a hotel on Peachtree Road at Penrith. It is alleged that a fight erupted on the dance floor between two groups before security intervened and the combatants were removed from the hotel. It is understood the two groups began to fight again in the car park. Police were called and both groups left the area in police presence. About 1.20am, two males from one of the groups – a 28-year-old Abbotsbury man and a 30-yearold Cranebrook man – were walking along Castlereagh Road when a white Mazda 121 and another car pulled up beside them. A number of males got out of the car and attacked the pair. The males got back into the cars and left the scene.

n a stunning development, it has been revealed that a driver involved in the crash that killed South Penrith boy, Max McGregor, was nearly five times over the legal blood alcohol limit at the time of the accident. Max, 11, was asleep in his family’s holiday home at Urunga on the state’s north coast on Sunday, January 8, when a

Firearms stolen Police are appealing for information after several fi rearms were stolen from a gun club at St Marys on Tuesday night. About 8.30pm, an unknown man entered the club on Power Street and broke into two gun lockers. The man stole a pistol and air rifl e before leaving the premises and walking to a vehicle which was parked across the road. The vehicle was then driven from the scene at high speed. St Marys Police are conducting investigations into the theft and are looking for a man who has been described as being aged in his twenties and wearing a black jumper with white writing across the front. He was also wearing a dark coloured baseball cap and long dark tracksuit pants. Police are also looking for a blue Ford Focus with NSW registration BMP-98Y which was also stolen from the club.

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But we need the space for the hugest haul of new treasures on the way! So, from now until early March, everything in both our Lawson gallery and Leura satellite store is an amazing 10% off! The most comprehensive array of country treasures, gift-giving ideas and homewares to be found anywhere in the Mountains is 10% off from now until our containers arrive in early March. Just mention this ad from now until March 11th and anything is yours … at 10% off the marked price. Ceramics, quilts, candles, collectables, linens, lamps, figurines, jewellery, metalware, signs, enamelware, framed images, bears, general homewares and more!

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b-double truck veered into the home and killed the sleeping boy. Police believe that the truck was put on the trajectory towards the home after colliding with a Holden Ute that had crossed into oncoming traffi c. When police and emergency services attended the scene they found both Max and the driver of the utility, David John Levitt, 38, from Nambucca Heads, deceased. Though speed was ruled out as a factor in the accident police can now reveal that Mr Levitt had a

high range blood alcohol content level of 0.245. The legal limit to drive is 0.05. According to the Roads and Maritime Service, drink driving is a factor in about 18 per cent of all fatal crashes in NSW and 90 per cent of drink drivers in fatal crashes are men. The McGregor family, who are still in mourning, declined to comment, but a memorial service was held for Max by his local Glenmore Park basketball club at Nepean River recently.

Games get rated Minister for Home Aff airs and Minister for Justice, Jason Clare, this week introduced legislation to establish an R 18+ category for computer games. Th is will bring the classifi cation categories for computer games into line with existing categories used to classify fi lms. It will also bring Australia into line with the classifi cation systems in many countries overseas. Currently, the highest legally available classification category for computer games is MA15+. Games which are not suitable for a minor to play are Refused Classifi cation. “The R 18+ category will inform consumers, parents and retailers about which games are not suitable for minors to play, and will prevent minors from purchasing unsuitable material,” Mr Clare said.

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More Reason Than Ever! The motto of what was once the largest department store in Australia – Anthony Horden & Son – in the heart of the Sydney CDB was “While I live I grow”. The proli fic emporium boasted that here you could fi nd “anything from a needle to an anchor”. In the post-war years, one of their chief buyers and interior designer was John David ‘Jack’ Rutherford. A talented and skilled retailer and merchandising expert, he scoured the world for unique and distinctive homewares, collectables and special treasures to furnish the homes of mid and later 20th century Sydney and Australian homes. It is in the same tradition that his grandson, Rick Rutherford, continues to search the world for special homewares and collectable treasures for his renowned gallery Rick Rutherford’s Country in Lawson (on the old highway – now known as Badgery Crescent, just over the San Jose Bridge, parallel to the Great Western Highway) and the business’s satellite store in Leura (at the top of the Strand Arcade, just off The Mall, up from the famous Lolly Shop). “My late grandfather used to tell of many trips to England and Europe, scouring for special and unique china collections, linens and distinctive homewares to make available to customers in Sydney and nationally via the company’s renowned mailorder service. I guess it must be in my genes for, two generations later, I fi nd myself doing the same. Th is is the foundation of my business … fi nding and stocking country homewares and treasures that are not to be found anywhere else in the nation” states Rick. Th is, combined with the fact that the Rick Rutherford’s Country gallery and satellite store is fashioned on the concept of translating his renowned magazine ‘Australian Country Collections’ (which he conceived and headed up as author for over ten years) goes some way to explain why the stores in both Lawson and Leura are regarded by most people as much more than just a retail experience … they’re a reputed Blue Mountains destination that customers and visitors delight in returning to time and

again. The stock, the sounds and scents of the venues offer the idyllic escape from the everyday as one is transported into another world fi lled with peace, tranquility and a sense of yesteryear where everything was more restful, signifi cant and personal. “And to really set the gallery apart – in my grandfather’s tradition – we’re stocked with so many items from the far flung corners of the globe … from braided American rugs to English china and homewares; from Romanian enamel to locally-made giftlines, candles, jewellery and so much more” explains Rick “The problem we are presently facing is that we have successfully found so many wonderful items from all over the place that we’re now overstocked. And another container is soon arriving from the USA – full of linen items never available here before, ceramics via New York, stitcheries from Pennsylvania and a huge haul of Christmas collectables which we’ll stow away for our Yulefest celebrations in July. “And so we’ve made the decision to stage our very fi rst ‘sale’ across the entire range of wares in stock – in both stores – from now until the ship arrives in mid March. Th is means that all customers who mention seeing our special promotion will receive 10% off everything they buy … up until March 11th. All they have to do is ask for the special discount and it’s their’s” Rick adds. So now there’s ever more reasons to make Rick Rutherford’s Country your special Blue Mountains shopping destination and ‘escape experience’. But hurry in while there’s still unique treasures on the shelves! Both stores open at 10am, seven days a week. Rick Rutherford’s Country – The Australian Country Collections Shoppe is located within ‘Badger House’, 3 Badgery Crescent, Lawson Ph: (02) 4759 3434. It’s open daily from 10am to 5.30pm. From Sydney, turn right – off the highway – at the bridge BEFORE the Lawson township, just after the Baptist Church on the left. The Leura concept store is at Shop 9, The Strand Arcade, 178 The Mall, Leura Ph: (02) 4784 3799 and is open daily, 10am to 5pm.

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COUNCIL SNAPSHOT With formal representations now underway to the State Government to declare the recent floods in Penrith as a natural disaster, there are a number of things Penrith City Council is doing to provide assistance. These measures include: Emergency crews continuing to work throughout the week, special waste collections for debris, fencing and other items, replacement household waste collections and a letter of support from the Mayor to insurance companies if required. Compassionate payment options for rates payment are also available and residents should contact Council’s rates section on 4732 7676 to make a mutually agreeable arrangement. “Clearly the severity of the event and the consequences require a detailed investigation and I have requested the General Manager to report back to Council on this at the earliest opportunity,” said Penrith Mayor, Greg Davies. “We will continue to work with our local communities in the cleanup of this event and I thank everyone involved for their assistance to date.” Community-minded individuals and groups can make a big difference to our environment and get their neighbourhoods looking their best by joining 2012 Clean Up Australia Day. The important hands-on effort is already gaining momentum with clean ups registered in six Penrith locations and 10 local schools so far. Penrith Mayor, Greg Davies, said the challenge was to top last year’s mammoth clean up. “I am confi dent we’ll see people again donning a hat and gloves, including volunteers new to this iconic community event,” Councillor Davies said. “It’s a feel-good initiative that’s easy to join and every set of hands helps to reduce pollution and conserve our parks, waterways and reserves.” To get involved on Sunday, March 4 visit www. cleanupaustraliaday.org.au or call 1800 282 329. Email pictures to news@westernweekender.com.au.

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Heritage (OEH) on February 3. But a fortnight has now passed and residents have not been informed. “Th is is completely unacceptable – if there is a contaminated site right next door to their homes, Jamisontown residents have a right to know,” said Penrith Councillor, Prue Guillaume. The contamination is due to leaking fuel from underground storage tanks. Nearby resident, Robin

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here is nothing like a treat to celebrate a job well done, but the children of ImagineNations Church took it to the next level this

month. ImagineNations Church worked hard last year to raise money for children in other parts of the world and celebrated their success with a six metre long ‘banana split’.

Over the year, from car washes to cake stalls, the children raised $8,522. “It is wonderful to see them looking beyond themselves and having such a heart for others,” said ImagineNations Church Children’s Pastor, Allyson Parker. The funds raised were enough to build a well for a village in Cambodia, provide eye surgery for a child in Vietnam, help support a school in Somalia, help rescue a girl off the streets of India, supply education to children in Indonesia, build a home for a widow in Burundi and provide Christmas hampers for Penrith.

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his weekend, Yu-Gi-Oh enthusiasts from all over NSW will be meeting in Penrith to play their cards for a championship event. The Yu-Gi-Oh State championship will be held at the Penrith RSL Club and Manuel Stamatakis, owner of Mega Games Penrith, hopes that it will become an annual event anticipated by local players. “We haven’t run tournaments for a few

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Community spirit: Money raised for Cancer Care Unit

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epean Cancer Care Unit will soon receive a donation thanks to a joint funding initiative over Christmas. Glenmore Park Town Centre, MulgoaWallacia Rotary and Penrith Women in League all joined forces to drive the Annual Christmas Appeal. Toys and food items were collected at the centre and distributed to the Salvation Army, Penrith Women’s Refuge and Nepean Hospital Children’s Ward. More than $300 was raised from the

Santa’s morning tea, which was presented to Penrith Women in League last Thursday – they will pass the funds on to the Nepean Cancer Care Unit. Glenmore Park’s Marketing Manager, Lucia Eman, said she was happy the appeal would benefit such a worthy cause. “It is with great thanks to all our supportive customers who so generously donated so many toys and food items to those less fortunate,” she said. “The community support and spirit lives on in Glenmore Park.”

Keeping busy: Florists work hard to keep love in the air KATHERINE TWEED

othing says ‘I love you’ like a bunch of roses on Valentine’s Day, and local florists worked hard this week to make it happen. Valentine’s Day, February 14, is the busiest day of the year for the team at Kingswood Florist and Creative Balloons, and this year was no exception. “Th is is by far the busiest day for florists. We were up all night and had 4,000 roses

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Chance of a lifetime: Penrith man’s special trip to Timor

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fi res operation and the Sydney Olympic Games, but he said his recent deployment CASSANDRA O CONNOR to East Timor was a once in a lifetime trip. “When the Pope visited his plane ustralia has had a military landed at Richmond Airport and I was presence in East Timor since the part of the squad in charge of securing tiny country erupted in violence his car, which was pretty interesting, but following their 1999 vote for Timor was defi nitely something else,” he independence. said. And when Sergeant Jeff Lee, based at “I had gone to Timor with the Penrith military base as a reservist, was impression that we would be providing given the chance to provide support to support for the Timorese Army but we Australian troops in East Timor last year, did a whole range of tasks from securing he jumped at the opportunity. the Australian base to helping out with “The Army was in need of an acting civilian jobs. Squadron Sergeant Major with a “Part of being a reservist is being on the background as an electrician so I was ready – one time we were called out to an approached in late 2010 and found myself orphanage in Balibo whose tin roof had flying up to Darwin to complete training been blown off by a helicopter.” before heading to East Timor,” Mr Lee Mr Lee is due to receive his medallion recalls. for 15 years service to the Reserve Army as Mr Lee was part of the 2009 Victorian of August 2011 later this year.

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Police from the Penrith Local Area Command often put themselves in the line of fi re to serve our community and now we have a chance to say thanks and give them the honour they deserve. All you need to nominate a police officer is their name and a reason, which will immediately put them in the running for the Police Officer of the Year award. Nomination forms will be available at Westfi eld Penrith and at Penrith Police Station. Forms must be lodged by Friday, March 30 and can be sent to PO Box 120, Penrith 2751.

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nds World is second to none when it comes to being brave and shaving for a cure. The team at 2nds World have registered to shave for the annual Shave for a Cure fundraiser and, although nervous, they can’t wait to take part in such a good cause. Shave for a Cure raises money to help fund important research into leukemia,

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two purpose built drama studios and two dance studios. “By next year, I would think we should have the best facilities for performing arts out west in terms of teaching and performance space,” said Ann Caro, deputy principal in charge of performing arts.” Work on the highly anticipated performing arts centre will commence in April. “The space is designed to have reticulated seating so it will be a terrifi c venue for 240 spectators,” Ms Caro said.

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scares you into thinking you’re travelling down an actual river in Canada. All-in-all my adventure was thrilling, but demanding. It’s highly essential you are very confident in the water, you can swim to save yourself and you’re physically fit. And to my mum, who I’m sure is reading this, the photo you saw of that poor guy getting rescued from the rapids, well… that was me!

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NSW Treasurer Mike Baird helps Chamber of Commerce celebrate milestone

he Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 85th anniversary on Tuesday night with more than 130 guests attending the function, which was hosted by Penrith City Council. President of the Chamber, Peter McGhee, said reaching the 85th anniversary was a remarkable milestone made possible by the dedication and commitment of the business community in Penrith. “Its not very often that you have a volunteer not-for-profit organisation lasting that long and it’s wonderful that the people of Penrith are supportive of growing an enterprise like that,” he said. “It is important that we continue to strengthen our working relationships with other

organisations to deliver the outcomes we seek… Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce will be around for the next 85 years and will continue to deliver.” NSW Treasurer, Mike Baird, was a guest speaker at the celebrations and praised the work of the Chamber of Commerce and local MPs Stuart Ayres, Tanya Davies and Bart Bassett. “Stuart Ayres who is not only a fantastic advocate for Penrith… but is also married to Senator Marise Payne. I have shared these sorts of thoughts before that they are the Posh and Becks of Penrith,” he said jovially. He also joked that Marilyn Monroe would make a good icon for the Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce as she would also be turning 85 this year.

“But in all seriousness… lasting 85 years is an incredible achievement,” he said. “You can learn how to run a government in a chamber of commerce as you can in a small business. “We want to support you, because I am under no illusions that the way we get this economy moving is by supporting you and the work you do. So we will be doing that aggressively.” A number of other dignitaries also attended the anniversary celebrations, including the President of the NSW Business Chamber, Roger Wood, Penrith City Mayor, Greg Davies, and representatives of the Lamrock and Freeburn families who were members of the Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce when it was founded back in 1927.

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hen it comes to protecting our assets many of us pay big money to insure valuable material belongings, shelling out thousands of dollars each year for premiums to cover our cars, homes and contents. Too many Australians neglect to cover their number one income-producing asset – themselves! Income protection insurance is an increasingly common product for many people in business, but it doesn’t always suit small business owners. There’s another type of insurance worth considering if you run a small business – particularly if you’re operating in partnership – it’s known as ‘key person insurance’ or ‘key man insurance’, depending on the provider. As the name suggests, this form of insurance covers the business owner or the most important person for the continuity of the business (for example – a key software developer) and includes income protection and life insurance. When you consider that if a small business owner can’t work that their income dries up, income protection insurance and life insurance are so important. Without this cover the ramifi cations can be disastrous, particularly if you have the added burden of paying business loans, overdrafts, credit cards, suppliers and staff , to name just a few. Given that this insurance is tax deductible, it’s surprising that more SMEs don’t have it. To determine the level of cover you need, you’ll need to fi rst put a dollar figure on the business.

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his is a column for women in business, so you could be forgiven for thinking this article is referring to undergarment support. And while a good bra, control briefs and Spanx are a girl’s best friend, there’s another type of support, essential to women in business. You need the support of other women in business. And not just any women. You need to fi nd women who are interested in championing you and your business, who recognise your potential and who see you as a colleague rather than a competitor. The women you gather around you for support should have one main goal: to increase your self–confi dence and determination to succeed. Too often, we are our own worst enemies when it comes to reaching our goals. It’s not for lack of skill, expertise or resources, but because we tend to undersell our abilities and focus on our perceived deficiencies. No one is perfect. But we seem to forget that fact when it comes time to motivate ourselves. Yes, you have ‘defi ciencies’ – but these are far outweighed by the positive attributes that enabled you to establish your business in the fi rst place! So fi nd other women who know what it means to encourage, support and give you the push you need to achieve your goals. Talk to women who are further along in the ‘business journey’ and fi nd out what drives them. A great place to start is the recently re-launched Women With Altitude (www.womenwithaltitude.com. au) where women can support each other.

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redibility is an important factor when trying to establish relationships with new customers. People need to be convinced that your business is good at what it does and that their purchase is

safe. Using testimonials are an excellent way to build credibility, but another equally credible tool is winning an award. The majority of businesses never bother to enter competitions, either because it’s too time consuming to fi ll out applications, or because they feel that they have no chance of winning. I believe it’s worth the time it takes to complete an application. It can also be invaluable. It’s almost like a series of snapshots of your business, showing how it has grown, what you have achieved and what your plans are for the future. If you are fortunate enough to win an award, make sure that you tell everyone about it. Write a press release, let your customers know, put a sign up at your premises, announce the award on your website and social media profi les and mention it on all your promotional material. Don’t be discouraged if you enter a few and don’t win. Each submission is easier, and I believe the more times you enter, the more chance you have of winning. There aren’t too many more rewarding things than having some recognition on your wall for all to see. Advice provided is of a general nature and individual circumstances may vary. It is recommended you seek advice to ascertain your correct course of action.

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hen promoting your business, don’t just stick to either online or offl ine ONLY. Businesses that integrate their on and offline marketing efforts pick up more traction and get a better overall result. Business owners often walk in and tell us; “I need a website because I need to get my marketing sorted”. Without really thinking too far into it, they assume that having a website that makes the phone ring is enough and don’t think to integrate offl ine marketing in their overall promotion. Yes, it’s crucial for the phone to ring and the leads to come in but businesses that integrate their on and offl ine marketing always pick up more traction and get a better result. Here’s a quick example of one thing you can do to integrate your on and offl ine marketing; Offer something of value FREE and point customers to your website to get it. For example, say you’re a local real estate agent and you want to get more ‘buyer’ enquiries happening. You would create a CD or downloadable PDF that is valuable to your prospects.

Say you call it “Penrith Home Buyers Top 5 Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them!”. To get this, your customers would need to visit your website and fi ll in a quick form to download it, or complete their postage details for you to send it out to them. So instead of simply advertising properties as usual and hoping people enquire, you would save a space in your regular newspaper/online ads/car signage etc for a simple call to action such as: Looking to buy a property in Penrith but don’t know where to start? – Download the Free “Penrith Home Buyers Top 5 Mistakes and How You Can Avoid Them” guide at www.yourwebsite.com.au. Be warned, this single integration alone is extremely effective so make sure you genuinely offer what you say you will! The purpose of this type of integration is to let prospective customers get a taste of ‘what you’re about’ and educate them and NOT to throw sales material in front of them! Build a relationship, grow your brand and get a better end result. See you next week.

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tone, timber, slate – even metal – are set to grace our walls and floors in bedrooms, living spaces, kitchens and bathrooms but NOT at the expense of the planet’s most prized natural resources. Global austerity has prompted a shift in design options with consumers embracing natural, organic looks that are aff ordably priced but will stand the test of time – and wear. Leading tile supplier, Earp Bros, has seen a surge in interest in tiles for walls and floors in living spaces and bedrooms – areas not usually referenced for tiling. “New generation tiles perfectly replicate prized natural resources such as timber and stone and highly priced textures such as rusted metal and high gloss glass. Yet in every case the tiles utilise

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sustainable materials such as clay and natural pigments and are made in a highly sophisticated factory that is water and energy efficient and recycles most waste. Another signifi cant factor in the shift to tiles is the cost – you can have exactly the look, but at a fraction of the cost,” said Richard Earp, managing director of Earp Bros. Tiles are certainly the on-trend aesthetic element for interiors. The love of highly textured, beautifully neutral stones; the warm, organic aura of timber; and the raw richness of rusted metal is satisfied with the very latest offerings from brands such as Porcelanosa and Venis. And for a more decorative element check out the luxe ornamentation of mosaics (that now come in large format tiles for ease of installation) and the light reflective, colour saturation of glass

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As Mercury is opposite your ruling planet misunderstandings are likely and you’ll waste no time in telling someone if they have offended you in any way, and you won’t mince your words either. If you need to get something off your chest, make sure that you don’t secretly look for an excuse to have a row. It’s vitally important to be assertive and not provocative.

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but by educating you on how your body works, and using not only correct diet, with real food, but making you lose weight utilising your weight loss hormones.

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Something from the past is being stirred up which is making you feel vaguely uneasy. But instead of sweeping these feelings back under the carpet, do your best to bring them to the surface and then resolve them once and for all. If you feel that you need help with this you could always talk to someone who inspires total trust and confidence within you. There’s always someone like that waiting for your call.

By the time you’ve finished here with us, you’ll be an expert on how to eat to lose weight, while still enjoying the good things in life. We don’t believe in cutting out everything you enjoy, we just teach you how to incorporate them into your diet so it doesn’t make you gain weight again. We provide heaps of great recipes, and all the support you need to be successful – to lose weight and keep it off.

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Difficult issues with friendships and co-workers are likely and others may accuse you of having a sense of humour failure but the truth is you are simply taking something very seriously. Finding a balance between your thoughts and emotions will prove challenging and you could end up swinging from either end of the emotional spectrum. Try to remain aware of this when others get overly demanding.

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You need to be careful of how you deal with certain colleagues or clients. You need to focus on honesty and clarity in your communication with others. You’re ready to speak your mind, but remember that truth without compassion can come across as wounding and judgemental. Although certain people may not appear sensitive, you know only too well that this can often be a protection against being hurt!

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If you have travel plans during the next few weeks be certain to double check all arrangements as delays are likely. If you have a long car journey to take be certain to check the petrol gauge before you set out to avoid running out of fuel in the most inconvenient places. Also self-doubt will plague you and whatever is undermining you isn’t going to be easily shaken off. Talking through your fears with someone you trust will help to get the situation into better perspective.

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Money is likely to be a concern and this is not an ideal time to apply for a loan as there is a good chance of refusal. Be certain not to break any laws as you are bound to get caught! If you are dealing with anything of a legal nature then brick walls are likely to appear where you thought you had a clear run. If you need to sign any official papers be certain to read them twice before putting your signature to them as mistakes are likely.

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Misunderstandings are likely either at home or at work as you are feeling very single-minded. The best cure is prevention, so next time you feel yourself getting wound up, find some physical outlet to help diffuse the stress. It’s also helpful to recognise the triggers that set you off so that you can train yourself not to react to them in the same way. A little bit of forethought will do wonders!

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OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Whenever Mercury opposes Mars you never know whether you are coming or going. Problems are likely at work, projects will delayed and others will be horribly scattered making it difficult for you to progress at your normal high speed. You will feel temporarily deprived of some of your enthusiasm and energy, so this is a time when you should ideally pace yourself. Focus on what is most important.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Hold tight if you’re about to make some travel plans as this isn’t the right time for them. Any arrangements you make shall come unravelled or come to nothing. If you have no choice and still have to take off into the wide blue yonder then prepare yourself for delays and hold-ups. Also, tolerance is going to be called for when dealing with certain people as your patience is likely to be tested.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Your energy levels aren’t very high, so you need to look after your health and pace yourself – almost everything will feel like too much effort. You’re also very sensitive at the moment and could easily feel other people are either looking down their noses at you or giving you the cold shoulder. Try not to let your sensitivities rule, instead put that wonderful witty sense of humour that you are famous for to work.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

The clash between Mercury and Mars is having a negative effect on your relationships during the next several weeks. This is your cue to take action over any business or personal partnerships that you aren’t happy about. This means you will have to face certain realities in your connection with others and meet problems head on. It may also indicate that certain people no longer belong in your life. Be careful of jealousy and possessiveness invading your life.

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Problems are likely on the domestic and working fronts in the next seven weeks, and unless you enjoy having to start all over again it would be wise to avoid starting any new projects. They won’t get very far and they might even end up causing more trouble than they are worth. Try not to over do things and remember to take breaks when necessary as it is important that you look after your health and well being.

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Q. As a first time mum-to-be I’m feeling overwhelmed by all the advice I’m getting. Can you give me some simple advice for a healthy pregnancy?

had a really good swim this morning, it’s just a pity it was while trying to get out to my letter box and back. Lucky those 20kg dumbbells I ordered didn’t get delivered. With this crazy weather we are getting it’s pretty easy to fi nd an excuse to miss training. Especially as we get busier at work or maybe have lost a couple kilos, the new year’s resolutions really start to suffer. If losing an extra kilo isn’t getting you up and out of bed anymore I read a report that might give you some even better reasons to get the running shoes on, or fl ippers. The science daily report showed that regular exercise can reduce the risk and symptoms of more than 20 physical and mental health conditions, and can also slow down how quickly your body ages. A review of research, which summarised the fi ndings of 40 papers published between 2006 and 2010, found that exercise improves conditions including cancer, heart disease, dementia, stroke, type 2 diabetes, depression, obesity and high blood pressure. Exercise is, without a doubt, one of the most powerful ways to improve your health. After reviewing the 40 papers, researchers found that exercise reduces

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the risk of at least two dozen health conditions, ranging from cancer and heart disease to type 2 diabetes, stroke, dementia and depression. Exercise also slows down the rate of ageing itself, providing perhaps the closest example of a real life fountain of youth as we will ever fi nd. Hopefully if you get out and get the exercise in now, you won’t get any of those conditions in the fi rst place. Sure there is always one clown who says ‘why bother, you’ve got to die from something’, normally as they’re shoving a hot dog or cigarette in their mouth. But in the meantime, for those of us that want a good quality of life and enjoy being active and healthy, know that exercise is a huge source of major health benefits. Many are proven but there are a whole lot more we don’t even know. Do research yourself, go out and do a half hour of some kind of activity you enjoy that’s at a fairly intense level for you. Finish, sit down while your breath comes back. Then answer one question, knowing all the good things that are taking place inside your body right then. How do you feel? Enjoy the weekend and I’ll see you next week.

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A. As an expectant mother, you will undoubtedly be bombarded with do’s and don’ts: “Eat this,” “Don’t eat that,” “Do this,” “Don’t do that.” But don’t let all of the advice overwhelm you. The following suggestions are simple tips that can improve the prospects of good health and normal development for you and your child. Regular prenatal care: Establish care with an obstetrician or midwife early in your pregnancy. Take prenatal vitamins to help ensure a healthy pregnancy, but don’t take any other medications without consulting your health care provider fi rst. Diet: Load your plate with fresh produce, whole grains and lean proteins. Many women fi nd that eating several smaller meals per day is easier on the digestive system than three normal meals. Daily exercise: Th is doesn’t mean intense Olympic-level training during your pregnancy! However, doing mild to moderate prenatal exercise promotes the circulation of blood throughout the body and helps maintain strong bones and tissue. Although sit-ups, crunches or other abdominal exercises are not recommended, some good exercises include yoga,

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FASHION FIXATION

PERSONAL FINANCE

by Katherine Tweed

by Anthony Walker

The power to choose

Autumn tosses summer out

y this time of the year, I am sick to death of wearing short sleeves, skirts and shorts, so it is to my great joy that I can announce that autumn is just around the bend! There is nothing like a new season to bring about a refreshing change in the style of clothing that we wear. Th is summer saw an abundance of midriff shirts and high waisted shorts, but with autumn on the horizon, these skin bearing styles are making way for chunky, grandma style cardigans and earthy tones. If you have ventured anywhere near stores at the moment, you will have noticed a drastic change in the fashion world. There is no use shopping for summer outfi ts anymore, as far as fashion is concerned, summer is long gone! There are a few must-have trends to be watching for this autumn as they appear in stores over the next few months. Having these must-haves on hand will make the change from summer to autumn fashion much easier and will

help us to get it right for the upcoming season. 1. Autumn fashion aims to keep us warm and hats are a big must have for this season. Not just any hat though, felt hats are going to be a really important part of fashion this season. Not only do they look great, and can be worn on any occasion, felt hats are great for keeping you warm. 2. For autumn, it is important to have a cardigan on hand for all occasions and this season, you can’t go wrong with big and chunky. The cardigans that will be popular this season not only look great but they are snugly warm as well. 3. In addition to the usual earthy tones that are seen in autumn, this season sees an appearance of pastel colours. These colours are lighter but they look great and it’s important to have a pastel piece that you can whip out this season. 4. Finally, it goes without saying, a classic pair of jeans is necessary to have on hand for autumn!

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ith the intensity of commentary around interest rate movements lately, you could be forgiven for thinking nothing else of importance was happening in the world. But the reason behind the level of interest (pardon the pun) in standard variable rate movements is of course understandable – it impacts people’s hip pocket. Now I don’t particularly want to wade in to the debate and I’m certainly not going to comment on what our competitors are doing. What I will say is that home-owners have a choice. If you aren’t happy with the standard variable interest rate on offer at your Bank, or with the approach your Bank is taking to rate movements, or announcing rate movements, you do have the power to take your business elsewhere. I know that many customers fi nd the idea of switching really daunting, but if you are truly fed up and don’t feel you’re getting the treatment you deserve, I’d encourage you to ‘vote with your feet’, as the pollies love to say. Now I try not to push BOQ down your throats too much, but in talking about rates I must say this – at BOQ we won’t always be able to offer the cheapest standard variable interest rate on the market, but what we do offer is an exceptional level of customer service and a commitment to do the right thing by our customers. In fact, after the recent RBA move, we put out a statement reassuring customers that we will hold our standard variable interest rate steady, regardless of competitors’ movements, until the next RBA meeting. We’re not saying we won’t ever increase rates, but we wanted to give our customers a level of certainty for ‘right now’. So if you’re fed up and feeling empowered, I’d love to talk to you about what we can offer you at BOQ Penrith. Anthony Walker, Owner-Manager Bank of Queensland Anthony.walker@boq.com.au

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hese nasty little beasts can be very painful. They can pop up without much warning and spread just as quickly. Plantar warts are often mistaken for corns and vice versa. Generally they appear on the sole of your foot and project up through the layers of the skin to appear as a hard lump of tissue with small brown or black spots within the lesion. Plantar warts are the result of a form of the human papilloma virus that is often transferred in communal public areas where people are regularly bare foot. Places such as public pools or hotel room showers are among the most common places to pick up this infection. Plantar warts come in several diff erent presentations, the most common of which is the singular wart, however this wart can either grow in size or multiply over a small area to create a mosaic wart. Generally the mosaic wart consists of a large central lesion surrounded by several small warts. There are many diff erent treatments for plantar warts. The lesions are particularly diffi cult to resolve because the virus is virulent and the lesions tap into your blood and nerve supply to stay alive. Th is is why they can be painful under pressure. Some ‘off the shelf’ applications are successful in some cases. However, the majority of cases require more aggressive treatment and end up in

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the podiatry clinic. Traditionally, freezing the lesions with liquid nitrogen or applying an acidic treatment is still used. However, there are a few more recent treatment options that involve engaging your own immune system response to make your body fight the virus off. Most of these treatments are offered by your local podiatrist or GP. My tip is to see someone as soon as you notice a plantar wart. They will only get bigger or spread if left untreated.

f you have young children, chances are you’ll have to deal with an infestation of threadworms at some stage. While not a pleasant topic, treatment is simple and easy so there’s no cause for concern. Th readworms are very contagious so outbreaks are common, especially in young children. They are literally tiny worms about 1.5cm long that live in the intestine. Infection comes from swallowing the tiny eggs which then hatch and mate. After a few weeks the female worms lay eggs around the anus, which can cause itching and irritation. These eggs remain infectious for about 3 weeks, so if they are then accidentally swallowed, the life cycle of the worms starts over. While you cannot catch worms from animals, the eggs can be spread onto bedding and other surfaces where they can easily infect young children. Anyone can catch worms, but the symptoms are generally worse in kids. These include an itchy bottom and irritability. It’s important to remember that while worms can be embarrassing and annoying, they do not cause major health problems. Treatment is easy and there are two main options to consider. Many of the worming treatments like Combantrin come in the form of chocolate to make

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treating kids easy. The two ingredients to consider are Mebendazole or Pyrantel. Mebendazole is easiest as it if one dose size for everyone but can only be used in people over two years old. Pyrantel is for ages six months and older, but you have to adjust the dosage according to body weight and size. If you do not treat there is no big concern, provided you can tolerate the symptoms. The infection lasts around 6 weeks from the initial egg intake to the worms dying and if you are careful you can avoid being re-infected. If you do have kids with worms, be sure to wash you hands regularly and maintain good hygiene habits.

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alentine’s Day has come and gone and while some might think it’s simply a gimmick to increase sales of roses, greeting cards and chocolates, Valentine’s Day can be a good time to express our love for someone who is special to us. Love is a funny word really. We say we love ice-cream or some time off or a good movie, but we also talk about loving each other – loving our husband or wife, loving our children. It seems a bit strange to compare the love we have for people to loving ice-cream! The Bible doesn’t leave us in the dark about what love is. “God is love,” says the New Testament letter of John. John continues, “Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another.” God’s love is a love of action and commitment. Love is God taking the initiative. Love starts with God. He invented love! He loves us unconditionally, sacrificially, totally. We should respond to God’s love in two ways. It should make us eternally grateful. The sacrificial, unconditional love God has shown us should encourage us to turn back to God to say, “Th ank you!” To live out your life as a response to God’s love. But secondly, the love that God has

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Lifestyle Th is 2 bedroom apartment accommodates for the busy lifestyle leaving you time to enjoy the fi ner things in life! Some features include, built-in robes to bedrooms, carpet and tiled floors, ceiling fans, spacious lounge & dining, timber kitchen, dishwasher, internal laundry, single garage & balcony. In a small security complex of 8 this apartment is located within walking distance to Panthers, Nepean Centro, schools, shops, transport & Penrith CBD.

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$295,000

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Perfect Location! Open Home Sat 11:00 – 11:30am 11 Wilfred Place

• 3 bedrooms • Ensuite • Built-in robes • Lounge & dining • Family room, modern kitchen & bathroom • Dishwasher • Split system air conditioning

• Ceiling fans • Built-in BBQ • Pergola • Landscape Gardens.

Open Home Sat 12:00 – 12:30pm 30 Coreen Avenue

• 3 bedroom home • Polished timber floor boards • Study • New blinds • New kitchen

Jamisontown $295,000 6

Renovated 4 Bedder Open Home Sat 1:00 – 1:30pm 66 Allard Street

• 4 bedrooms • Split system air conditioning • 4 car garage • 2 car carport • Landscaped gardens • Extensive renovations done inside & out

One Of A Kind Open Home Sat 3:00 – 3:30pm 21 Ploughman Crescent

If cathedral ceilings and open brick fire places are your idea of must have features, then we have the property for you. The long list of inclusions starts with 4 bedrooms; • Ensuite and WIR to the main • Built-in robes to 3 bedrooms • Study • Ceiling fans to all bedrooms • Large sunken lounge with open fire place • Large renovated kitchen with dishwasher • Separate dining area • Family room

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Brand New Open Home Sat 2:00 – 2:30pm 2/65 Barry Street

• Good sized lounge • Family room • Split system air conditioning

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• 5 bedroom • Split level home • Separate lounge & dining • Family room • Split system air conditioning • Ceiling fans

• Updated bathroom • Double garage • Double lock up carport

Kingswood Expression of Interest

Zoned 2e this 682.3m2 block has plenty of potential. The zoning means the land is classed as Medium to High Density Residential which allows multi-unit housing up to a three storey appearance pending council approval. Located conveniently close to Kingswood railway station, Western Sydney University, shops and only a 5 minute walk to Nepean Hospital, this block of land is perfect for development.

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Cambridge Park o/o $369,000 • 3 bedrooms • Built-in robes • Ensuite & ceiling fans • Large modern kitchen with dishwasher • Dining area

Future Development Site

This large corner block with a total land size of 3098 zoned 2c has endless opportunities, leaving it ideal for the large or small developer. There is a current DA approval to sub-divide this block into 4 separate lots Lot 1a - 552.55 Lot 1 1b - 522.51 Lot 1c - 994.31 Lot 1d – 999.81 For the large developer this block also has a previous expired DA approval to build 15 attic style townhouses. Lot 1d currently has a large fully renovated family home offering • Rumpus room • 4 double bedrooms with & ensuite & walk-in robe to the main • Split system air-conditioning • Built-in robes to the remaining 3 bedrooms • Lock-up carport under the main roof • Separate lounge & dining room • Estimated rental return of $450.00 per week • Family room • Close to schools, shops and transport This home is perfect for the investor or small developer, while having a large family home that is already fully renovated, beautifully presented and sitting on a nice block of land in a quiet street, you can start your portfolio by building around yourself.

Cambridge Park $399,000

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Werrington Expression of Interest

This 2 bedroom apartment accommodates for the busy lifestyle leaving you time to enjoy the finer things in life! Some features include, built-in robes to bedrooms, carpet and tiled floors, ceiling fans, spacious lounge & dining, timber kitchen, dishwasher, internal laundry, single garage & balcony. In a small security complex of 8 this apartment is located within walking distance to Panthers, Nepean Centro, schools, shops, transport & Penrith CBD.

Large 5 Bedroom Family Home

• Internal laundry • Double remote garage • 790.1sqm block • Brick shed If all that is not enough then venture outside to your large undercover entertaining area with a fabulous built-in brick BBQ.

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82 HENRY STREET, PENRITH

Cranebrook $730,000 3

Huge Potential Looking for a block of land to build your dream home? Look no further; we have 5 fully fenced acres. The property includes a 3 bedroom home, lounge and 1 bathroom. Michael Ball 0414 264 668

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Value for money! Here it is! STYLE: Beechwood Mosman RESIDENCE: 4 good size bedrooms, ensuite and walk in robe to main, built ins to others, formal lounge, formal dining, family and rumpus, double garage, large covered entertaining area. FEATURES: Immaculate presentation, beautifully positioned on the high side of the road, extensive tiling throughout, ducted air conditioning, spa bath in the main bathroom, alarm, auto garage door control.

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87 Kenilworth Crescent, Cranebrook

Private Acreage!

STYLE: Built by Beechwood Homes RESIDENCE: 4 bedrooms, walk in robe and ensuite to main, built ins to others, formal lounge and dining, meals and family room, double garage and auto door, large entertaining area. FEATURES: This lovely home has ducted air conditioning, ducted vacuum, alarm system, solar panels on roof, salt water inground pool, intercom system, open plan kitchen with walk in pantry, positioned in quiet cul-de-sac.

PRICE: $539,000

STYLE: AV Jennings RESIDENCE: 4 good size bedrooms, study, parents retreat, ensuite with spa bath, formal lounge, formal dining, kitchen, family and rumpus room, double garage. FEATURES: Large open plan living, extensive tiling, generous size kitchen with walk in pantry, large main bedroom with parents retreat, air conditioned, immaculate presentation, nicely positioned at the end of the street for privacy.

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Full Of Charm And Character RESIDENCE: 4 good size bedrooms, walk in robes and ensuite, formal lounge / dining, family room, rumpus room and double garage. FEATURES: Immaculate presentation, large open plan living areas great size bedrooms, private covered entertaining areas, internal access to garage, air conditioning, alarm, privately positioned inground pool, manicured lawns and gardens, close to schools and transport.

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STYLE: Beechwood Mosman RESIDENCE: 4 good size bedrooms, ensuite and walk in robe to main, built ins to others, formal lounge, formal dining, family and rumpus, double garage, large covered entertaining area. FEATURES: Immaculate presentation, beautifully positioned on the high side of the road, extensive tiling throughout, ducted air conditioning, spa bath in the main bathroom, alarm, auto garage door control.

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Glenmore Park

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STYLE: Portland Home. RESIDENCE: 3 Bedrooms, built in to main, study, lounge, dining and kitchen. FEATURES: Fabulously located in walking distance to town centre, transport and schools, in quiet cul-de-sac, ducted air conditioniong, dishwasher, cubby house and play area, lovely landscaped garden and bull nose verandah at the front of the home, covered entertaining at the rear.

PRICE: $399,000

Take Time To Look! You Will Buy! STYLE: Bellevalle Home RESIDENCE: 4 Bedrooms, ensuite, built ins robes, formal lounge, formal dining, family, rumpus & double garage. FEATURES: Large open plan living in a quite cul de sac position close to schools and transport.

PRICE: $529,000

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This fantastic 4 bedroom home features ensuite and walk - in robe to main, built-ins, second bathroom plus toilet, formal lounge/living, family room, large kitchen and double garage with electric panel doors. Includes site costs, basix, driveway, clothes line, floor coverings, vertical blinds, carpet, tiles, fly screens, retaining walls where required, electric remote garage door, fencing and landscaping. Photos for illustration purposes only and photo may not be true representation.

$239,000

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Located close to Panthers, Westfield shopping centre & Penrith CBD. This Property will not disappoint as its presentation and condition is immaculate with modern polyurethane kitchen with stone bench top, stainless steel appliances and porcelain tiles throughout. Featuring separate laundry built-in robes and air conditioning, this will make the ideal home or investment with modern open plan living and private balcony.

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This fantastic unit has been built to a high standard with quality fi xtures, fi ttings and appliances throughout. This home unit complex will not disappoint. The features two bedrooms with ensuite to main, built in robes to all bedrooms, large kitchen with Caesar stone bench tops, stainless appliances, quality carpets and blinds, fantastic balcony, spilt system air conditioner, security basement car parking and storage rooms. Currently renting from $330 per week to a fantastic tenant.

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EMU PLAINS

$379,950

Don’t delay in booking an inspection to view this well-priced opportunity. Complete with a superbly renovated kitchen and bathroom, this three-bedroom home will please you at every turn. Split system air conditioning will ensure year round comfort, the separate lounge and dining room is a real bonus as is the internal laundry and double built in robe to the main. The detached single garage and carport will look after your car/storage needs and kids and pets will love the grassed section of yard. Call today to book an inspection.

Gareth Celeste

Scott Brendan Trent

OFFERS OVER $329,950

This two bedroom villa offers a host of features that will please you at every turn. Split system air conditioning will maintain a comfortable temperature and there is a single garage. Additional features include built in wardrobes, a skylight, paved courtyard and new colour bond fencing. Call today.

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Clay

LEONAY

Adrian Jamie

OFFERS OVER $419,000

AN EVENING DELIGHT

Modern flooring compliments the three bedroom design that is packed full of features. The refurbished kitchen has been completed with stainless steel appliances and enjoys views of the rear yard framed by timber windows. The master suite opens out to an elevated balcony that captures spectacular views of the Penrith region that is an evening delight. The remainder of the home is dressed with fresh, neutral tones that are sure to accept a variety of furniture themes. Call today to book a private inspection!

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STAND ALONE OVER 55’S VILLA

Kieran Philippa Elona

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 18th 12.00 to 12.40pm 9/5 St Pauls Crescent

EMU PLAINS

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GLENBROOK

OFFERS OVER $899,000

MAGNIFICENT MOUNTAINS RETREAT

Features of this incredible, one off property include; four bedrooms, with a stunning master with en-suite and walk in robe, enormous open plan living room off open plan kitchen with large glass windows to take in the bush surrounds, ducted air, impressive bush scene in front foyer with natural exposed rock, lots of living space, double garage and work shop, water feature and pond with boardwalk. All of this located on a 3300m2 block in a convenient Glenbrook location. Call today to arrange a private inspection or watch for open home times.

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EMU HEIGHTS

$449,000

MUCH LOVED FAMILY HOME

The flexible floor plan can accommodate for up to five bedrooms however if required can be adjusted to allow for two separate living spaces. Ducted air conditioning controls comfort, the modern kitchen is a delight and the external grounds have been improved by the in ground pool. Call today!

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OFFERS OVER $719,950

BE THE KING OF THIS CASTLE!

Stretching across three levels the home offers a choice of three living areas and two dining rooms that are bounded by high ceilings finished with ornate cornice work. The timber kitchen looks out on to the rear grounds, there is an ensuite and guests bathroom, internal access to the double garage and multiple access points to the elevated balconies.

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $379,950

CALL YOUR ARCHITECT

An opportunity exists to secure land in this highly sought after section of Emu Plains. Approximately 645 sqm in size and located moments from the Nepean River and Hunter Fields it represents a fantastic place to build that dream home. Affected by termites this has been appropriately priced from a land value point of view.

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LEONAY

OFFERS OVER $379,950

CHEAPEST HOUSE IN LEONAY!

The homes comes complete with three bedrooms (with built in robes) a separate lounge/meals area, a modern kitchen and bathroom and a fresh feel throughout. Split system air conditioning will ensure year round comfort and there is a low maintenance grassed yard. Call today to book a private inspection or watch for open home times.

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $479,950

POTENTIAL SECOND INCOME…

Northern box hardwood flooring compliments the modern theme throughout this exceptional residence. Three bedrooms, modern bathroom, renovated kitchen with split system air conditioning. Side access leads to studio that could make a great retreat for the in laws. Located in a cul de sac location moments from the Lennox Shopping Centre.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 18th 12.00 to 12.40pm 1 Imperial Avenue

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $459,950

BETTER RETURNS THAN A BOOMERANG

With anticipated returns of up to $500.00 per week, this home will certainly suit the astute investor. Stretching across two levels this home offers an abundance of space that your family and extended family will certainly appreciate. In total there are up to five bedrooms, a study/office with separate access, two bathrooms and the comfort of ducted air conditioning throughout. The kitchen and kitchenette have been well maintained, there are two living areas, an internal laundry and roller shutters (some electric). Call today.

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $379,950

SELL THE CAR

You’ll love the convenience of this well placed home that’s positioned moments from the train station, school and restaurants. Resting on a care free block the home combines three bedrooms with a spacious lounge and dining area. The master bedroom comes complete with an ensuite and walk in robe, there are two other built in robes, a downstairs toilet and single garage under the main roof. The boat or trailer can be parked off the street still leaving enough room for the covered entertaining area. Book your inspection now before it’s too late!

Emu Plains

Glenmore Park

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Cranebrook

Springwood

Penrith

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774

5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

4735 2121

4733 6999

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OFFERS OVER $949,950

Superbly crafted and set on a wonderful parcel of land is this residence that will impress you at every turn. Bounded by high ceilings the floor plan incorporates four bedrooms with formal and informal living spaces. The master suite enjoys an ensuite and walk in robe, the remaining bedrooms come complete with built in robes and there is a study/office. The stunning kitchen is the centrepiece of the home and comes complete with servery, stainless steel appliances and a great size pantry. An inspection is a must to appreciate this appealing package. Call now!

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OFFERS OVER $350,000

Ideal for an investment or great first home with the added benefit of the garage being DA approved as a salon. So if you’re looking to work from home what a rare and great opportunity. Consisting of three bedrooms, ensuite to main, built-in robes to all, gas cooking and stainless steel appliances in the kitchen and single garage plus side access and a large yard for the kids to play. All this and much more in a very popular location close to schools, shops and sporting fields. Call us now to organise an inspection.

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OFFERS OVER $549,950

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CASTLEREAGH

OFFERS OVER $1,495,000

STUNNING ACREAGE MASTERPIECE

Arguably one of the finest acreage properties you’ll see is this residence in a prestige location on five glorious acres with corner block access. This double brick master built home boasts a flexible floor plan of either five bedrooms plus office, or four bedrooms, office plus in laws/teenage retreat that is selfcontained. There is vast and open plan living areas plus a stunning kitchen with island bench and quality modern and gas appliances. There is also ducted air conditioning. Inside there is also a gymnasium with a 12 person spa and once you step outside you’ll absolutely enjoy the brilliant entertainment area which overlooks the salt water in ground pool. There is a floodlight tennis court plus a total of six car garaging and a pure quality parcel of land to be enjoyed.

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CRANEBROOK (WATERSIDE)

OFFERS OVER $229,950

BUILD YOUR DREAM

Build not only your dream home but secure a lifestyle to be the envy of all your friends and family in the very popular waterside estate. Situated at the base of the Blue Mountains and close to the Penrith Lakes Scheme and Penrith CBD. This block of land approximately 443m2 is just ready and waiting to build your dream home and especially with stamp duty exemptions available and extra facilities such as community tennis court, children’s play area, community centre and brilliantly walkways around the waterways. With all this in mind now is the time to build on this fantastic block of land.

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CRANEBROOK

OFFERS OVER $479,950

WHEN SIZE AND FINISH COUNTS IN NORTH CRANEBROOK

Looking for the four bedroom home that is the complete package? Well stop looking as this home located in North Cranebrook is waiting for you. With built-in robes to three of the bedrooms, main bedroom with ensuite and walk-in robe this is a must see. This home comes with formal lounge, dining and separate family kitchen area. With an undercover entertaining area or barbeque area this will host many large family events. You might believe this is all but no, there is a double garage, separate study plus separate family room upstairs. This home is close to schools, shops and public transport so call now your own private inspection.

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LAND

LONDONDERRY

$470,000

CHEAP ACREAGE

Situated just moments from Penrith and neighbouring the Penrith lakes with a peaceful position is this established residence that will please you at every turn. Impeccably maintained and improved over the years the dwelling offers an abundance of living space combined with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Car accommodation is taken care of with the double garage and huge open style carport. Mostly cleared the 7500sqm plus block appears fairly level is complimented by fencing and front gates. Additional features include ducted air conditioning, timber kitchen and a study. Call now for a viewing.

In a prominent street frontage location in a brilliant position in between Penrith and Richmond just under five acres approximately this has to be one of the best value blocks of land this year. Escape the rat race and start building. Zoned RU4 there are many possibilities subject to council approval.

Cranebrook

Emu Plains

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Springwood

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

134D Great Western Hwy Blaxland NSW 2774

5 Wascoe Street Glenbrook NSW 2773

7 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777

4735 2121

Adrian Jamie

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Clay

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

LAND

CRANEBROOK

OFFERS OVER $699,950

JUST OVER AN ACRE OF PRIME LAND

The block is just over an acre in size and offers a frontage of approximately 44m. The block has been registered and is ready for you to join forces with your architect to bring your dream to life. Call now to gain further information or book an appointment to experience the block first hand.

Glenmore Park Penrith 30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

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Craig

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Showcasing ultra-contemporary design is this stylish four bedroom family home approximately two years young located in the prestigious waterside estate. Consisting of vast open plan living areas, stainless steel gas cooking appliances and a stunning caesar stone gourmet kitchen. Upstairs there are great size bedrooms, two walk-in robes plus two built-in robes and a media room plus balcony with glorious mountain views. There is also ducted air conditioning. All this and much more in a prestigious estate which will consist of community tennis court, pool and community centre.

Kieran Philippa Elona

CONTEMPORARY FUSION OF DESIGNER LIVING

Scott Brendan Trent

OPPORTUNITIES GALORE

Gareth Celeste

PROMISES TO IMPRESS

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GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $610,000

Large five bedroom plus study home. All bedrooms have built in’s with the master bedroom having walk in robe and spa ensuite plus views to the blue mountains. One of the bedrooms is downstairs offering other family options. Enjoy the undercover entertaining as your family enjoy the solar heated pool. There is plenty of room for the “boys toys” in the triple garage and other features are air-conditioning, ducted vacuum, laundry chute, foxtel to bedrooms, three phase power, windows where needed child care approved.

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Scott Brendan Trent

Kieran Philippa Elona

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Clay

Adrian Jamie

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GLENMORE PARK

$699,000

TRI-LEVEL ON NATURES DOORSTEP

Located in Glenmore Parks finest location is this magnificent tri-level home. Featuring four large bedrooms plus Study, main bedroom with his & hers walk-in robes, three bathrooms and multiple living areas to stretch out. This light filled home also boasts large balconies all enjoying a northerly aspect with views overlooking the wetlands in a quiet cul de sac within a short stroll to the nearby café. With added features such as alarm, ducted air-conditioning and vacuum, undercover entertaining area, freshly painted and landscaped gardens, we suggest you book your inspection to take in all this home has to offer.

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WALLACIA

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$499,000

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Positioned on the high side of the street and framed by the stunning gardens, this three bedroom, two bathroom home offers a warmth and charm. With features including ducted air-conditioning, remote double garage, three phase power, alarm, three separate covered entertaining areas, gas fire place, two living areas, built-in’s to all three bedrooms, a Tasmanian blackwood kitchen with double wall oven and dishwasher and. Enjoy a cuppa taking in the views, the short walk to the golf course or simply the convenience of being within 15 minutes of the Penrith CBD.Flexible settlement options available.

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GLENMORE PARK

$359,000

Make the most of this opportunity and inspect a quality renovated townhouse leaving you nothing to do but move in. Features abound with ensuite to main bedroom which is downstairs and two other bedrooms plus a bathroom upstairs all bedrooms have built-ins. The open plan large living area has high cathedral ceilings and the modern kitchen is open and large. Step outside to the barbeque entertaining or walk a short distance to the community pool and tennis court. You have lock up garage with internal access and split air-conditioning.

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You will be disappointed if you miss out on inspecting this large four bedroom home. The unique design has all bedroom sizes larger than most. The main has ensuite and walk in robe and built in’s to the other three. There is a good sized open lounge/ dining area and the family area has cathedral ceilings. There is an undercover entertaining plus an extra large drive through single garage. Positioned on the high side of the street, the options are open for you to add your own touch and benefit from your efforts. Call now for an inspection.

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GLENMORE PARK

$369,000

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Perfect for the discerning downsizer or a young family, this duplex offers an enviable lifestyle in one of Glenmore Parks best cul-de-sacs. Featuring three bedrooms, all with built-in’s, main enjoying a stunning renovated en-suite and the main bathroom is a lovely size, there is air-conditioning as well as ceiling fans, and the modern kitchen, beautiful flooring and contemporary colour scheme gives this home a great sense of style. With the added benefits of a single garage with auto door and storage, a private entertaining courtyard plus a pet friendly yard and views of the Blue Mountains.

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This stunning Edgewater Sienna offers over 29 squares of floor space with a 512m2 block (approx). Featuring four large bedrooms, a media room, a large open plan living area that flows out to the resort style undercover alfresco, spacious ensuite off the master bedroom and double garaging with automatic door and internal access. All this plus bonus’ such as high ceilings, air-conditioning, 900mm stainless steel oven, Caesar Stone bench tops, timber stacker sliding doors, alarm and front and rear landscaping

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OFFERS OVER $599,000

BRAND NEW - THREE LIVING AREAS!

With new homes going up everywhere it is easy to find a lot of them all looking and feeling the same. This is far from the case here with a magnificent blend of styles culminating in a stylish and well proportioned custom built home. Featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms, three living areas, alfresco entertaining, large backyard, and designer finishes such as polished concrete flooring and LED down lights throughout. If you are not wanting to go through all the problems with building and just want a brand new home to move into you will love this opportunity.

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Call now to inspect this wonderful offering that will allow you to enter the property market in this sought after suburb. The floor plan enjoys four bedrooms with built in robes to two, a separate lounge and dining area, carpet/timber floors and the comfort of split system air conditioning. Side access leads to a great sized grassed yard; there is also a carport and an internal laundry. Positioned in a handy part of town and priced to please this deserves your immediate attention.

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Rarely does a home of such quality come on the market in this sought after area. Nestled in a quiet cul de sac in prestigious Orchard Hills, this elegant home has everything you will ever need and more. The home boasts 5 bedrooms, all with built ins, 3 bathrooms and a stylish modern kitchen. The enormous master bedroom features an ensuite with spa, walk in robe and a balcony to soak up the morning sun. Entertaining this summer will be a delight as you sit and relax on the deck overlooking the sparkling in ground pool. This is a home surely not to be missed, so call today to arrange an inspection.

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Not often does a well presented villa come up in a sort after location. It features three good size bedrooms, built in robes, timber flooring, a large lounge and dining room and ducted air. So add the modern kitchen and single garage and you will only see value. So call today and live tomorrow.

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Look no more! This home features three good size bedrooms, great size lounge room, kitchen and dining rooms, air conditioning and polished floor boards. The fun starts though when you find the massive entertaining area, good backyard and the 9 x 5 metre detached rumpus. So call today as only an inspection with justify.

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OFFERS OVER $549,000

You will find surprise after surprise with this well designed and built five bedroom plus study home. All bedrooms are double size with built in’s to four. The main has ensuite and there is two other bathrooms, one is downstairs offering the option of a “Grannie” flat or teenage retreat. Have you loads of “stuff” and storage an issue then this is your home where storage prevails in abundance. The large timber kitchen opens out to a dining family area adjacent to a large lounge area. Plus you have a (approx) 6m x 6m rumpus area. Upstairs has high ceilings and other features include ducted air-conditioning, ceiling fans, double garage and under house workshop storage. All this close to the Nepean Hospital, Uni, M4 and transport. Call now.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 18th 10.00 to 10.40am 29 King Street

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OFFERS OVER $329,950

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If you’re looking for your first home or a very astute investment, look no further than this cosy cottage style three bedroom home plus study. This good size home also boasts two living areas, split system air conditioning plus side access on a huge 784m2 block zoned 2C and is in a very sought after location close to schools, shops, hospitals and transport. This home is a great investment with lots of opportunities subject to council approval. This is one not to be missed so call now to organise an inspection.

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OFFERS OVER $189,950

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OFFERS OVER $299,950

HIGH PROFILE POSITION - CBD

The residence comprises four bedrooms with a built in to the main, a separate lounge and dining area and the comfort of split system air conditioning. The 580+ sqm block also accommodates a single garage and enjoys a fenced front and rear yard.

CAMBRIDGE PARK

One look at this great size family home and you will be amazed!! It features four lagrge bedrooms, ensuite to master, lounge, dining & family areas, air conditioning and modern kitchen. Then there’s the self-contained granny in law accommodation, the large rain water tanks, carport, two garages and plenty of yard. So call today and live tomorrow.

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One look at this great size family home and you will be amazed!! It features four lagrge bedrooms, ensuite to master, lounge, dining & family areas, air conditioning and modern kitchen. Then there’s the self contained granny in law accommodation, the large rain water tanks, carport, two garages and plenty of yard. So call today and live tomorrow.

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30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

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Cambridge Park SOUND INVESTMENT Spacious 3 bedroom clad cottage. Located close to schools, shops & transport. It offers 3 roomy bedrooms, Renovated kitchen and modern bathroom, Roomy block with generous backyard plus single garage. VENDOR WANTS IT SOLD.

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This large 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 living area home definitely suits a large family with a boat or caravan or just lots of cars. Features include a huge formal lounge room, modern kitchen, formal dining area and a jumbo sized snooker room or home theatre area. The master bedroom is one of the largest around with a complete wall of built-in robes. This property has a secure carport/garage and entertaining area that is approximately 22 metres long. It’s huge.

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Why build your dream home when you can buy this one! The features are endless in this renovated 5 bedroom home. Ensuite, family room, study, beautiful kitchen with dishwasher, gas appliances & huge walk-in pantry. Also, included is a formal dining room, family room where you can sit and relax and watch the fish in the built-in fish tank, built-in robes, walk-in linen press, internal laundry with shelving + a sauna for those fitness fanatics or chill out at the built-in bar in the huge lounge room. Outside there’s the grand decking, inground pool, small garden shed and single garage + a double carport. This beautiful home is tucked away in a small cul-de-sac located close to the local shopping centre, schools and transport

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Cambridge Park 75-77 Eton Road 1435M2 (APPROX.) POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT SITE, ZONE 2B RESIDENTIAL

This 1435m2 (approx.) site is located at 75-77 Eton Road, Cambridge Park and comprise Lot 119 & 120 on a single title. This site currently has two separate dwellings, which have been divided into a total of 4 units and separately metered. This large level site is ideally suits developers with a view to building villa’s or townhouses subject to council approvals. Opportunities for large medium density sites are increasingly difficult to find. Inspection by appointment.

South Penrith 88 York Road LARGE BLOCK

This lovely 3 bedroom cottage is located in the very popular South Penrith location, situated on a large 702m2 block (approx). High set freestanding cottage ideally located features open plan lounge and dining, sunny backyard. Very liveable as is, currently tenanted with enormous potential for renovation or possible re-development for a duplex or for a large freestanding home (subject to council approval). Close to schools, Southlands shopping centre and public transport Facilities

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Cranebrook 16 Vincent Road NORTH CRANEBROOK, POPULAR LOCATION

Calling for offers on this lovely 3 bedroom home located in the very popular north Cranebrook location. Ideal for renovators, investors or first home buyers looking for a great home with loads of potential. Features 3 bedrooms, built ins, open plan design, kitchen, bathrooms nice level block.

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Ray White Penrith is proud to be appointed marketing agents for this wonderful historic property original 1 owner family home in the heart of Warrimoo. This large elevated property features 3 large bedrooms, new bathroom, polished timber floors, open plan design located on a large 1318 m2 parcel of land. Close to schools, shops and all public transport facilitates easy access to Penrith. Excellent opportunity for further renovation or development

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Great opportunity to own a well presented modern 3 bed villa in a complex of only two. Features include formal living area with separate dining, modern kitchen with dishwasher & stainless steel appliances, plus a 2nd toilet in the laundry. Also featured is a split system A/C. New carpet in the bedrooms, timber floors, plus a single garage with an auto door. Close to Kingswood Rail & CBD. Be quick with this one.

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This perfectly presented 3 bedroom home has been totally renovated. Features include polished timber floors, tiled kitchen and rumpus room, 2 bathrooms, 2 living areas, plus a study, high ceilings & verticals throughout. There is absolutely nothing to do, just move in and unpack. Good size private yard. Located close to schools, local shops and buses. Short walk to Kingswood Station and Nepean Hospital.

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Buy your brand new home at Ropes Crossing BELLA BROADWAY - EDGEWATER HOMES - Lot 2222 Stringybark St, Ropes Crossing $388,000 CHARMING & CONVENIENT LOCATION

* Fixed price House & Land * No progress payments * Modern home with tiles to entry, living & kitchen * Built-ins to all bedrooms * Stainless steel appliances * Alfresco area perfect for entertaining * Remote control garage door & alarm * Low maintenance landscaping & fencing * Leafy Woodlands village close to parks, playgrounds, tennis & basketball courts Completion due March 2012 AVANTE 17- EDEN BRAE HOMES - Lot 3316 Finsbury Cct, Ropes Crossing

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* Fixed price House & Land * 10% deposit. No progress payments * Modern open plan living opening up to an alfresco area * Main bedroom - ensuite & walk in robe * Stainless steel appliances & dishwasher * Landscaping, fencing & letterbox * Close to school, parks & playgrounds * Close to Ropes Central with supermarket, chemist, shops & cafes * Be part of a great community Completion due May 2012

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Nest or invest? Located in a small complex of only seven, with easy access to Mulgoa Road, is this neat and tidy townhouse. Featuring three bedrooms with built-in’s, split system air-conditioning, good size separate lounge and dining rooms, kitchen with gas appliances, second toilet down stairs and internal access to the lock up single garage. Outside you will fi nd a patio area and a low maintenance yard. Close to schools, shops and transport. With an approximate $350.00 per week rental return, this one is not to be missed, so book your inspection NOW before it’s too late!

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Renovated and loved Positioned in a quiet street close to all amenities, this lovely home features three good size bedrooms, a large lounge room, polished timber flooring, great size modern kitchen, an updated bathroom plus a second living area. With the added benefits of a second bathroom, split system air conditioning, a fantastic sunroom, large side access (with electric gate), detached garage and the good size backyard, this home is one that should not be missed. So call us today and book your private viewing.

Large two storey house set on approx 820sqm. Th is home is set on the high side of the street and is set back from the road for a whisper quiet environment. It has an impressive foyer, spacious living areas and a huge dining room with French doors leading onto the garden. There is a large timber kitchen and a complete downstairs bathroom. Upstairs there are four bedrooms (three doubles and one single), three of the bedrooms have built in wardrobes, there is an ensuite and a main bathroom. The timber windows in this house frame picturesque views of the rear garden and commanding views over the Nepean Valley. There is a double garage with internal access. Call now to view this impressive package.

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olvo Car Australia has hosted a drive day at Eastern Creek Raceway to kick-start its major partnership with the Waratahs in 2012, using the day to highlight the importance of defensive driver training for the young team members at the club. With an average squad age of 23, the majority of Waratahs players fall into the age group of the nation’s most over-represented road users in terms of fatalities on our roads – males aged under 25. Despite only accounting for 15 per cent

of drivers, 17 to 25-year-olds make up approximately 36 per cent of annual road fatalities – 80 per cent of whom are male. The Volvo Cars drive day was designed to expose the players to practical exercises to help demonstrate how speeding can impact on the behaviour of a vehicle. Volvo Cars also took the opportunity to demonstrate some of its advanced safety technology including its low-braking City Safety technology, Collision Warning with Full Auto Brake and, of course, its Pedestrian Detection and Avoidance system.

Despite the serious message, the day took on an exciting fi nale as players were treated to ‘hot laps’ around Eastern Creek Raceway in Volvo’s exhilarating new S60 Polestar. “The day was a great team-building exercise for the club as some of our young players, staff and members were exposed to both the theoretical and practical sides of road safety and road craft,” said Waratahs winger and Volvo Cars ambassador, Drew Mitchell. “Being able to experience Volvo’s safety technology... really opened our eyes.”

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More netball: Construction of new courts underway

THE SWIM LEG WILL BE PART OF THE JUNIOR TRIATHLON LATER THIS MONTH

Triathlon coming: Juniors to converge on Regatta Centre

PRESIDENT OF PENRITH NETBALL, RODNEY WATSON. PHOTO: KIEREN TILLY

EMILY CRANE

onstruction has begun on several new netball courts at Jamison Park, giving local netballers something extra to be excited about come the start of the season in April. Five new courts are currently being built and 17 existing courts will be upgraded with funding from Penrith City Council and the Penrith District Netball Association.

Due to increasing registration numbers, Penrith Netball contacted the Council last year to express the need for additional facilities. While Council’s Parks Department has an ongoing program of renewing the surface of the netball courts, the Council decided the construction of additional courts would complement the scheduled upgrades. Th is work coincides with additional major upgrades to parks, ovals, fields and reserves across Penrith over the past six months.

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riathlon NSW is conducting the final race of its Junior Series at the Penrith Regatta Centre on Sunday, February 19. The series is designed as an entry point for juniors between the ages of seven and 19 to experience triathlon competition. “The younger age groups up to 11 are non-competitive and just about letting our young athletes experience the fun

and challenge of putting three traditional sports of swimming, cycling and running together,” said General Manager of Triathlon NSW, Phil Dally. “The older age groups are competitive, but at the same time we see athletes of all abilities and experience competing together. “Most juniors come from a background of maybe one discipline, so it is a great leveller and challenge for all as the good swimmers get their chance to shine, but the good cyclists or runners then catch up later in the event.”

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We all know the weather conditions at the harness meeting on Th ursday, February 9 were hard to believe. And this all happened just before our fi rst scheduled race start. The first race went ahead on time in atrocious conditions, but all drivers maintained that the track itself was quite safe for racing – the only problem being visibility in the torrential rain. Races two, three and four went ahead but by this time the visibility from both the rain and the spray from the sulky wheels was causing too much of a problem. The rest of the races had to be abandoned. Race one went to the outsider Hot Ripple ($13.70) by Michael Towers. Even though he had fi nished a good second at his previous start, he was unwanted in the betting and after sitting one out and one back in the

Lorraine Pozza running, he finished too strong for the leader and favourite Reno Street. Race two provided a comfortable win for Miami Dream ($3.40) with Blake Fitzpatrick. From the number one gate he was able to lead and from there on was untroubled. This provided the first leg of a double for trainer John Tapp. Race three saw a tough run outside the leader pay dividends for favourite Spring Artesian ($2.10) with Michael Muscat. It was a decisive win and the mile rate of 2.02-6 in the conditions was excellent. The last of the night was a roughly run affair with the early leader William Edwin breaking soon after the start. Princess Atlantis was able to take the lead and was in front most of the journey but was run down by Cousin Dupreez ($3.30).

Penrith Grade Cricket First grade: Penrith batting first at North Sydney last Saturday in a limited over match of 50 overs collapsed losing 7 for 100. However, a fighting partnership of 101 runs put Penrith back in the fight. North Sydney in reply were 3 for 193 when rain stopped play. North Sydney won the match on Duckworth Lewis method. Second grade: Penrith batted first and at one stage were 2 for 98, Jarrod Blake 39 and James Pinter 30 were the top scorers. Penrith lost 8 for 36 in a dramatic batting collapse to be all out for 154. In reply, North Sydney were 4 for 137, setting up a comfortable victory. Th ird grade: Heavy rain in the afternoon washed out play for the day – the match ended in a draw. Fourth grade: Play was abandoned because of the wet areas adjacent to the

GLENMORE PARK JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB Pre season training for A-Grade, Res Grade and C-Grade is on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm and Sunday Mornings from 10am. 16’S AND 17’S from 5pm Sundays.

Registration dates: Thursday 16th February 5:30pm - 7:30pm Ched Towns Reserve

Century wicket at Cook Park. Fifth grade: No scores were available. Penrith were defeated by North Sydney in a low scoring game. The Penrith Grade Cricket Club are holding a sportsman’s lunch on Friday, March 23 in the Chairman’s Lounge in the Eastern Stand. Simon Katich, former NSW captain and Australian opening batsman, will be speaking. Penrith Panthers’ Phil Gould, who coached Penrith to win a fi rst grade premiership in 1991 and was also the most successful State of Origin coach in the history of NSW Blues, will also be speaking. Tables of 10 are $1,200 per table and individual tickets are $120 each. For tickets phone Ron Halse on 4751 4812, Greg Gavin on 4731 3595 or Ross Graham on 4736 3619. Penrith’s first ever local junior, Pat Cummins, will also be speaking.

EMU PLAINS JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE CLUB

2012 REGISTRATION DAYS Saturday 25th February & Saturday 3rd March 10.30am– 2.30pm AT NEW DIMENSIONS HEALTH CLUB SHOP 4/32 LEONAY PARADE, LEONAY

U6 - U8 MINI U9 -11 MOD U12 – U15 SAT INTER U16 –U17 SUN INTER

$100 $120 $130 $140

All new player are required to bring their original birth certificate and 1 copy.

All current and new players are most welcome. A-Grade coach- Danny Farrar/ 0430727058 C-Grade coach- Shaun Rankmore/ 0450131973 U/17’s Coach- Kevin Chester/ 0416070923 U/16’s Coach - Steve Quye/ 0412295559

For more information please visit the website at

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BRUMBIES J.R.L.F.C

2012 Little League Program In conjunction with the NSWRL Western Sydney Academy, the Glenmore Park Brumbies JRLFC invite all kids from 4 to 8 years to participate in the 2012 Little League Program consisting of four one hour skills sessions at Ched Towns Reserve. This is a great opportunity to let your child try Rugby League for the first time. Starting at 4:30 on the following dates.

FREE SHORTS & SOCKS FOR ALL RETURNING 2011 PLAYERS * & NEW PLAYERS U9-U17 * Conditions apply New players need 1 Passport Photo and Original birth certificate plus 1 photocopy of the birth certificate or passport

Monday, 27th February Monday, 5th March Monday, 12th March Monday, 19th March

Our 2012 season clothing range will be available to purchase or order on the day

HOME GROUND – LEONAY OVAL, EMU PLAINS REGISTRAR- PAUL WILLIAMSON : 0451949699 SECRETARY-TANIA GIBSON : 0401170393

Friday, February 17, 2012

The cost is $25 per child. Register online at www.nswrlwsa.com.au or call the Western Sydney Academy on 4725 6000 for further enquiries.

FEES DUE ON THE DAY OF REGISTERING “EFTPOS AVAILABLE ON THE DAY”

If your child is new to Rugby League and registers to play with the Brumbies following the Little League Program, you will receive a $25 discount on registration costs. Brumbies registration dates and costs can be found on the clubs website.

glenmoreparkbrumbies.com

www.emuplainsjrlfc.com.au

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ROAD TO THE LONDON OLYMPICS 2012

! PCYC runs a variety of activities for all ages, abilities & interests , from sport , music, educational , arts & social groups ! All memberships are 12 monthly $15 for senior, $7 for a junior are able to utilize any PCYC in NSW ! Looking for young people from year 7 to year 12 to be a part of our Rock Eisteddfod crew, meets every Friday 3pm to 6pm ! Indoor Archery course available February 18th & 19th Bookings essential.

AMANDA SPRATT GOT HER START WITH PANTHERS CYCLING CLUB

On track: Spratt set to make us proud in London

! Mums and Bubs meet every Thursday 9.30am to 11am $3 class ! Kindi gym 1 to 5 years every Thursday 4pm to 4.45pm ! Volunteers needed for our Youth Committee 16 to 25yrs, Volunteers needed for our free homework program Wednesdays 4pm to 5.30pm

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Volunteers needed all donations over $2 are tax deductible Snr Memberships $15 Junior Memberships $7

manda Spratt had tears in her eyes when she crossed the fi nishing line of the Australian National Road Cycling Championships in fi rst place in January. Spratt, who started out her cycling career with Penrith Panthers Cycling Club, is now in prime position to be picked to wear the green and gold jersey at the Olympics later this year.

“We have qualifi ed three spots for the Olympics in the female road racing so it is tough competition for those places,” Spratt said. “The selectors will be looking at our performances over the next couple of months and will nominate the best team based on performance and suitability for the London course.” Spratt is coming off the back of a great season in Europe; she is based in Castronno, Italy for much of the year and has had some success adapting to the European conditions.

Penrith Panthers BMX Club t BMX Did you know tha is now an Olympic Sport? A great sport for all the family Free Come and Try Day

All Participants receive a show bag.

Players required for DIV 1 & 2 Under 13 Boys Also all age Ladies

Location

Pre register today at www.myfootballclub.com.au

For further information call Diamond Dave Diamond Dave

Club Publicity Sponsor

CLUB PRESIDENT mob: 0412101 965 for more information: www.jamisontownfc.com.au

Near Ripples Swimming Pool

This day is open to any person who wishes to come and try BMX for Free. The aim is to encourage all kids to become more active and participate in physical activity and provide them with the opportunity to learn safe riding skills on their bicycles. In association with BMX Australia we are giving kids the opportunity to come and try BMX.

Preregistration

required.

For more information Phone 0434267785 or 0407497606 Web: http://panthers.bmxnsw.com.au email: penrithbmxclub@gmail.com

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REGISTRATION DATES Sunday 19th Feb 10am-2pm Wednesday 22nd Feb 6pm - 9pm Sunday 26th Feb 10am-2pm at Southland Shopping Centre Maxwell St, South Penrith All players welcome males & Females under 5 - over 45’s Proof of age required for all new players

Creek Road St Marys Behind Blair Oval

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Friday, February 17, 2012

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The top 25 Penrith Panthers team will be at St Marys Village to sign autographs and say hi to all their fans. Make sure you come down to meet your team and wish them luck for the new season!

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Halt the Hayne Train Big stars on show as Panthers meet Eels in last pre-season trial TROY DODDS

nyone who thinks tonight’s trial match between the Panthers and Eels is worthless simply doesn’t understand the bitter rivalry that exists between these two clubs. It is a rivalry that had a new chapter written into it last year when Penrith produced one of the most memorable victories in its history, scoring a try on the siren and then kicking a field goal to ruin Nathan Hindmarsh’s 300th game party. Tonight, the ‘Battle of the West’ cup is on the line, and for the Panthers, it is the fi rst chance they’ll have to impress their home fans in 2012. It’ll also be our fi rst chance to look at a newlook Eels side being led around the park by new recruit, halfback Chris Sandow. And as usual, all eyes will be on Eels fullback Jarryd Hayne, who is set to have an electrifying season. Coming off an 18-all draw with Newcastle in Port Macquarie last weekend, and ironically a draw with the same scoreline against Ipswich the week before, the Panthers will use this match to settle into the groove for the long season ahead. Tonight’s trial kicks off at 8.00pm at Centrebet Stadium. Gates open at 4pm.

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