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PENRITH MAYOR, GREG DAVIES, SAYS PERSISTENT RAIN HAS DELAYED THE MEMORY PARK UPGRADE. PHOTO: MELINDA JENKINS

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pril 25 is the day many stop to honour and pay respect to those who have served Australia in the armed forces. Hundreds of locals attend Penrith’s ANZAC Day service at Memory Park each year, and it has been the place to commemorate for some 90 years. Th is year, however, will be a diff erent story. Memory Park is currently undergoing a $1.5 million upgrade, which was scheduled to be complete in time for ANZAC Day services.

But the Weekender can reveal that recent flash flooding and ongoing storms in Penrith have delayed construction work considerably. Penrith City Council met with representatives of Penrith RSL on Monday to discuss the unforeseeable problem the weather has posed. “We believe that they [RSL] are happy with the outcome and recognised that Council was making every effort to accommodate them despite the bad weather, which has impacted our delivery of the park,” said Penrith Mayor, Greg Davies. Council is working to ensure commemorations can still take place at Memory Park this year, but it will be slightly diff erent from years gone by.

“The southern half of the park including the memorial and flag pole will be made safe and opened up to the RSL for the Sunday afternoon service (April 22) and for the Dawn Service,” Cr Davies said. The adjoining open space on the other side of Union Lane will be used to maximise available open space. “The northern half of the park will remain fenced off as it is not going to be able to be made safe for public access,” Cr Davies said. Council will provide temporary power on the site for the PA system and install temporary lighting to illuminate the flag and ensure safety.

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Harvey’s huge damage bill Gerry Harvey pledges his Penrith store will re-open following devastating fire As investigators continue to look into the fi re that devastated Harvey Norman last Friday, Gerry Harvey says the blaze won’t be the end of the store...

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billowing, black plume of smoke could be seen for kilometres as emergency crews worked to put out a blaze at Penrith’s Harvey Norman last Friday afternoon. But Harvey Norman’s CEO, Gerry Harvey, said the store could be open in as little as two weeks, with most of the damage sustained being limited to the warehouse. “When I saw the images on the news I thought there would be between $10 million and $30 million of damage, but when I visited the store this week I was surprised at how well the fi re doors had prevented the spread of the fi re,” Mr Harvey said. Approximately 125 fi re fighters were called to the store at 3.41pm when the emergency alarms triggered. Though the fi re was under control by 6.30pm crews were on scene until 3pm the next day, according to NSW Fire and Rescue Superintendent, Ian Krimmer. “Fire fighters from 30 stations attended the blaze and the fi re fighters who entered the store did a very good job to support the fi re walls and make sure the fi re was contained,” Mr Krimmer said. “It was fortunate that no-one was injured and the evacuation of staff in the building and neighbouring businesses went smoothly.” Mr Harvey estimates the damage will cost the company between $7 million and $10 million, but customers visiting the store in the coming weeks will not notice the fi re damage. “The whole of bedding is in tact, the

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o after a weekend of speculation, press conferences, live crosses and journalists breathlessly delivering little or no fresh news to us, not much has changed in terms of federal politics after Monday’s leadership ballot. Julia Gillard is still the Prime Minister, Labor is still in crisis and the theory that the party will unite and play with each other at lunch time is still as fanciful as Lara Bingle’s new reality TV show actually rating. It was all very exciting for a few days but the same problems still exist and there’s very little point in dissecting an issue that has earned far more column space in newspapers over the past week than it deserved. So, why don’t we talk about the footy instead? It’s that time of year again – the opening round of the season is upon us, with the Panthers playing their fi rst match against Canterbury tomorrow night at Centrebet Stadium. There is much expectation in the air about the season ahead for the Panthers, with the team having the “new car” smell about it heading into the 2012 campaign. While last year’s changes happened amongst much turmoil at the club, the Panthers have had a full off-season with their new administration and coaching staff and hence, the pressure is well and truly on. While I understand that the generational shift that has taken place at Panthers is about the future and not specifically 2012, there are a few reasons why things need to click this year. There’s the AFL, of course, who are hoping to make their mark in western Sydney when the Giants kick off their inaugural campaign later this month. Should the Panthers, Eels and Tigers all perform well in 2012, that mark will be barely a ripple. Should those western Sydney clubs falter, there is no doubt that fans may just have a little look over the fence. I used to attend the footy each week with about 10 mates. It was the late 1990’s and supporting Penrith was akin to backing Kevin Rudd – the result was never going to be pretty. Gradually, each and every one of those

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mates stopped coming to matches. Those I still speak to still follow the Panthers but going to Centrebet Stadium each week is no longer a ritual. I stuck it out, but one in 10 is not a good result. People love a winner and while it’s unlikely that a Panthers fan will ever simply stop following the club overnight, there comes a point where that support becomes tested and it is invariably linked to success. The Panthers must launch a successful era or the battle with the AFL will become very real, particularly for younger fans who haven’t quite developed a history with rugby league and could easily be swayed. Phil Gould is right when he says that the NRL and the ARL Commission need to support the Panthers and throw resources at league in western Sydney, but we need to do our part too. The Panthers need to win football games. They need to be open with the media. They need to prove that they have the ability and the presence to turn the huge junior nursery they have into a winning senior football club. Over the last decade, the Panthers have essentially become the also-rans of the NRL. Parramatta and Wests Tigers seem to fly the flag for western Sydney, whilst Penrith is often forgotten about. There needs to be a change. Penrith needs to become the Manchester United of rugby league. It needs to become a club, and a footy team, that people want to watch – whether you are a supporter or not. Panthers has some internal issues it still needs to sort out, but a winning football team will go a long way to making sure those issues are resolved a lot easier. There’s plenty of reasons to be excited about what will happen on the footy field this year. Luke Lewis as captain, Luke Walsh with the shackles removed and Michael Jennings looking for redemption are just a few. Here at the Weekender, we’re proud to be sponsors of the Panthers for their 2012 campaign. In addition, we today launch our rugby league coverage and, after listening to you, it returns to the paper itself this year (see pages 69 to 75). Enjoy the season.

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Cr Crameri said this week that the incident was a “poorly-timed and illconceived joke”. A Council spokesman said all staff and Councillors had received signifi cant training in the code, and Council was committed to ensuring any reported breach was pursued thoroughly. But Cr Crameri said it was disappointing the suspension was considered appropriate given he had “stood down from the Mayor role and suff ered significant embarrassment already as a consequence of the investigations”.

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The investigation involving Cr Crameri was initiated after complaints were made following a joint Council and Penrith Business Alliance delegation to South East Asia in November 2010. Council referred the allegations to an independent review committee early last year, which revealed Cr Crameri had breached the code of conduct on 22 occasions. It is understood the Division only found one breach of the code when Cr Crameri touched the neck of a member of the delegation.

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No amount of writing could better summarise the current state of aff airs than Troy Dodds’ ‘From Th e Editor’s Desk’ (Western Weekender February 24). Including the valid argument that the Liberal Coalition is not prepared to stand up and be counted. Even now as Labor totters on the edge of the abyss, the Liberal Party still do not have a candidate selected in the seat of Lindsay. Admittedly the Liberal Party do not have Union Hacks to fall back on as de-facto candidates but the lack of foresight by the opposition is disappointing. Rick Putra, Glenmore Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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During the recriminations of the last few days it came as no surprise that Kevin 07 didn’t get the PM’s job back. He will not now lay his head on a pillow at the Lodge. He promises to go quietly to the backbench but how long will he remain silent? Th e media, during the lead up to the caucus vote, was full of speculation to the exclusion of anything else that was happening in Australia. If the media would tell the people how we have been tied to the United Nations via treaties and conventions and how we will face a debt crisis similar to the one now facing Greece, they would be doing us a favour. Th e object seems to be to feed the populace with one diversion after

brought to you by another. What will be the next one? Th is thing called Parliamentary democracy is letting us all down. Laws and regulations are piling up on a daily basis; too many for the average Joe to keep track of. When will it end? When the “system” becomes so rigid no one will be able to do anything. It’s time to re-think the system under which we are slowly strangling to death. Jay Nauss, via email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Congratulations on your wrap last week. Let’s hope the Weekender, Panthers and Gus Gould do not have egg on their collective face when it comes to how the team performs this year. We need the team to perform well so people go back to the shops, feel happy and start circulating in our cafes, restaurants etc. It is amazing how rugby league is linked to the success of the community. Right now, retail trade and I think most businesses except for raincoat shops are doing poorly. We need to see a turnaround and perhaps the Panthers will provide it. Here’s to a successful season. Barry, via email

try to like taxi drivers, I genuinely do. There are some really good ones out there, and plenty more absolute shockers. I think everyone has their own horror story of a terrible taxi ride – I personally have about 4,000. Th is week at work I had the not so pleasurable experience of dealing with a taxi driver who had bashed a female passenger, abused another, and later threatened me. Worst of all he claimed that his behaviour was acceptable because the woman he was driving was allegedly drunk at the time. I don’t care who you are, there is never any excuse to physically attack a female. Ever. The good news is the Department of Transport disagreed with his side of the story and has banned him from driving a taxi and pursued criminal charges. I’ve never had anything that bad happen to me while I’ve been in a taxi, but there have certainly been times where I’ve scratched my head and just wondered whether I’d have been better off walking. Last year the taxi I was travelling in ran into the back of another car. Th is was frustrating in its own right, but the driver then spent the next 10 minutes arguing with the other driver before exchanging details. All the while I was sitting in the cab waiting to get to the airport, and get

this, the meter was still running! But I didn’t actually complain to that driver because in many ways I actually sympathise with them a little. I hate sitting in traffi c in the morning on the way to work – they do it all day every day. Not only that, they get paid a pittance for the trauma. I think what needs to be done to ensure there’s less frustration on behalf of both the passenger and driver is to have much more extensive training and testing for taxi drivers. I remember arriving in Melbourne one day and asking to go to the MCG – the response: “Where is that?” It was the equivalent of asking where Big Ben was in London… without hesitation I got out of the taxi and just waited for another. To not know the basic directions is inexcusable in any city in the world. A colleague of mine at ‘A Current Affair’ actually went through the training process last year, and learned how farcical it can be. When he asked the teacher whether it was hard to become a cabbie, the exact response to him was “it’s more difficult to stay out of the industry than it is to get into it”. And therein lies the problem. If we can actually set some high standards for people coming into the game, hopefully we can expect a higher standard of service next time we hail a cab.

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Lindsay MP set to be a winner in Cabinet re-shuffle following support of Gillard CASSANDRA O CONNOR

fter declaring himself Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s ‘strongest supporter’, Lindsay MP, David Bradbury, has welcomed the decisive results of Monday’s leadership ballot, which reaffi rmed Ms Gillard’s position as leader of the Labor Party. But in an unexpected twist, Mr Bradbury’s loyalty may be rewarded after Assistant Treasurer, Mark Arbib, resigned late Monday evening leaving open a ministerial position in the Treasury. Mr Bradbury has served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Treasurer since the 2010 Federal Election and has a long list of credentials supporting his bid for the position – an honours degree in law, postgraduate studies in taxation law, a former Senior Associate with law fi rm Blake Dawson and numerous roles in government economics committees to name just a few. When asked about his possible promotion to the outer ministry, Mr Bradbury told the Weekender on Tuesday that ministerial appointments were a matter for the prime minister. “But I would be pleased to serve in whatever capacity the Prime Minister invites me to serve in and that is important because I want to make an even bigger contribution to the future of the country but to also ensure that our electorate has representation at the highest levels of government,” he said. The leadership ballot may also do Mr

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Bradbury a favour in the polls – at the last election Mr Bradbury held on to his seat by a margin of 1.2 per cent – but with the leadership crisis over, Mr Bradbury believes the government will fi nally be able to showcase its reform policies.

“With the decisive result we had in the ballot I am confi dent that people will fall in behind the Prime Minister,” he said. “Governments go through diffi cult times when they are making hard decisions but when you come to that fi nal contest, the

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Decision looms: Orchard Hills residents await result CASSANDRA O CONNOR

he last chapter of the Orchard Hills dump saga has played out in the Land and Environment Court this week with both local residents and developer Dellara anxiously awaiting the announcement of the court’s decision. The four-year battle over the former Erskine Park Quarry site at Patons Lane, Orchard Hills culminated in an appeal in the Land and Environment Court after the Minister for Planning rejected a proposal by Dellara for a waste management facility and continued shale extraction on September 27, 2010. The Orchard Hills community broke record after record in their opposition to the dump – the Land and Environment Court received 11,500 submissions in late 2011 against the proposal which is the highest in the State’s history. But Orchard Hills residents are still fearful that the Minister’s decision will be overturned by Commissioner Annelise Tuor and Assistant Commissioner David Johnson. Vince Azzopardi, who attended the court proceedings throughout the week, said the community did not feel the court was very receptive to the residents’ concerns. “The body language of the commissioner was very pro developer. It felt as though the evidence given by residents was just a procedure to be followed,” he said. Ms Tuor has a background in planning

and architecture whilst Mr Johnson is a geologist and environmental scientist. Residents have listed impacts of noise pollution, water contamination, impact on land value and lifestyles, dust and traffic congestion as reasons for the development to be rejected. Mark George, who was instrumental in forming the community action group, Residents Against the Industrial Dump (RAID), testifi ed in court and hopes the court’s decision falls in favour of the residents. “We respectfully ask the court to consider the fi ndings of our Local and State Government authorities that there is no justifi able demand for this project,” he said. In fact, some residents have abandoned Orchard Hills in fear for their children’s health. “My wife had a day care centre in Orchard Hills but the mothers were scared that a dump would create adverse health effects so we moved to Glenmore Park,” explained former Orchard Hills resident, Ray Borg. “Even though we have moved I hope to god for the community’s sake that the dump is rejected.” But Rick Miller, CEO of Dellara was quietly confi dent about the court’s proceedings this week. “It has gone OK, it’s too diffi cult to speculate though – we will just have to see where the chips fall,” he said. Commissioner Tuor and Assistant Commissioner Johnson will announce their decision shortly. Stay tuned to www.westernweekender. com.au.

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The customers left behind When stores collapse, the owners aren’t the only ones hit hard KATHERINE TWEED

ocal people are continually being left in the dark as big companies go bust and forget about their everyday customers. With the economy struggling, a day hardly goes past that a company doesn’t collapse, taking with it hundreds of jobs and leaving customers out of pocket. All that local resident Nancye McDonald wanted was a new set of chairs for her dining table. But she was left without her chairs, without her deposit and without an explanation when furniture store ‘Everyday Living’ went under in early February. “I had heard that other furniture companies were having fi nancial issues but there was no mention of ‘Everyday Living’ on the news so I thought that we were safe,” she said. “I called the store to enquire about my order and they told me that it wouldn’t be delivered.” Although Ms McDonald is doubtful whether she will ever see her money again, she is more appalled that she was not personally informed of the situation. Although administrators claim that an in-store and web-based letter was released, Ms McDonald said it was only when she called the store that she realised she was in a serious position. “These big companies are leaving the poor everyday person behind – they don’t care about us. You would think that

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someone would call to let you know that your order would not be delivered and that your deposit of $210 would be lost,” she said. Furniture giant, Furniture and Bedding concepts Ltd, was the company responsible for local stores including Sleep City and Everyday Living until the

company was taken over by administrators, Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PwC), on Monday, February 13. “Since appointment we have been endeavouring to complete all outstanding orders where stock is available. If stock is unavailable we have been providing customers with the ability to select

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I was inspired by Londonderry’s community spirit and goodwill at a weekend BBQ for residents, despite the ongoing struggles faced by many after the severe storm of February 9. My Councillor colleagues and I, along with local MPs David Bradbury and Bart Bassett, joined residents and members of local emergency services to show our appreciation to all who’ve helped during and since the disaster. The importance of sport and facilities could not have been better reflected last weekend with the Sydney Rowing Club Annual Regatta at the Lakes, the dedication of the new long jump pit at Blair Oval, the Long Course meet at Ripples and the ‘Come and Try Day’ at the Penrith Panthers BMX Club.

Shooting centre hit One man still on the run following firearms thefts CASSANDRA O CONNOR

s the war on gun crime in western Sydney continues, criminals desperate to locate fi rearms have targeted St Marys Indoor Shooting Centre on two occasions in as many weeks. One criminal is still at large after stealing two rifl es from the club on February 14, whilst police outside Mount Druitt Police Station shot down a man involved in a second case of fi rearms theft on Saturday. Eyewitnesses have reported that a man got out of his car and began waving two fi rearms in the air on Luxford Street, Mount Druitt on Saturday afternoon. The man discharged a weapon into the air and a police officer responded by shooting the man in the abdomen. NSW Assistant Commissioner, Denis Clifford, confi rmed that police had escorted a 45-year-old male from the station to his car at 3.20pm but were confronted shortly after by the man armed with two fi rearms. “During that confrontation, the man was shot once by a police officer, sustained a bullet wound and is now being treated in hospital and is in a serious condition,” Mr Cliff ord said. Strike Force Ahina has been established to investigate the shooting but police have been able to charge the man for robbery armed with offensive weapon and common assault after it was discovered

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the man had approached a St Marys Indoor Shooting Centre member in the car park and stolen his two fi rearms half an hour prior to the Mount Druitt confrontation. St Marys Police are still trying to identify a second thief who removed two rifles from a locker in the Shooting Centre on February 14. CCTV footage from the St Marys Indoor Shooting Centre confi rms that a man stole two rifl es from the premises at 8.30pm. The man has been described as in his 20’s and was wearing a black tracksuit. He was last seen leaving the premises and walking to a vehicle that was parked across the road on Power Street, before it was driven from the scene at high speed. Police are also looking for a blue Ford Focus with NSW registration BMP-98Y that was also stolen from the club on the same night. They are unsure whether the car theft is related to the fi rearms theft. When asked about security at the centre, Diana Melham, CEO of St Marys Indoor Shooting Centre said: “The management of St Marys Indoor Shooting Centre places a very high importance on security and safety and conducts a regular review of procedures”. “We would like to stress that this theft was a criminal act committed against a fully licensed member who was complying with fi rearm safety regulations,” she added. “We continue to work closely with police... and urge anyone with information to contact St Marys Police, through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.”

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t Waste March Clear your cupboards, home and garage of chemicals and electronic gadgets this month. You can spruce up your area too by taking part in three clean-ups: s 4 March: Clean Up Australia Day. Various sites, visit www.cleanupaustraliaday.org.au

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Both Drop Off Days run between 9am and 3.30pm at Jamison Park, with entry via Jamison Road. Load the items in your car boot or trailer and drive through, ready for the friendly staff to unload the items for you. Join in the events and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste March â&#x20AC;&#x201C; contact Council on 4732 7615 to find out more.

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Application Proposed Development DA11/0514 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stage 2Aâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Torrens Title Subdivision x 75 lots and 5 Residue lots, 1 Public Reserve, and Construction of Public Roads. DA11/0515 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stage 2Bâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Torrens Title Subdivision x 70 lots and 1 Residue lot and Construction of Public Roads. DA11/0516 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stage 2Câ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Torrens Title Subdivision x 111 lots and 1 Residue lot and Construction of Public Roads. DA11/0517 â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stage 2Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 21 March 2012. The exhibition period has been extended by one day to allow documents to be downloaded from Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website. 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.

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 Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au and the Department of Planningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Public Officer on 4732 7649.

Viewing of Development Applications Development Applications may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Civic Centre, 601 High St, Penrith. Officers of Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

Looking for Students to visit Japan in 2012!

Come to a free Information Evening on Tuesday, 20 March 2012 at 7pm at Penrith City Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith, find out the details and listen to previous ambassadors talking about their experiences. The Penrith International Friendship Committee is looking for students to take part in its annual cultural exchange program with Penrith Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sister city, Fujieda in Japan. Age: You must be between 15 and 19 years of age. Address: 9OU MUST ATTEND SCHOOL AND OR LIVE IN THE Penrith Local Government Area. When: 3EPTEMBER /CTOBER Duration of Exchange: Approximately 21 days (three weeks). Approximate cost: $2,000. Highlights: You will live with a Japanese family, attend school and visit some amazing places. Applications: Application forms can be mailed to you on request or downloaded from the Penrith International Friendship Committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.pifc.org.au Applications close at 4pm on Friday 27 April 2012. Further Information: Contact Jill Turner on 4732 7613 or email jturner@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

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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, PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751 and must be received no later than Friday, 2 March 2012. For any further information please contact Sue Hunt on 4732 7837.

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 1127 DP 1158660 (formerly Lot 1036 DP 1149525), Nos. 1070â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1170, The Northern Road, Jordon Springs (formerly Llandilo) The consent authority for each Development Application is Penrith City Council. Each application is identified as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Threatened Species Developmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Details of each Development Application are outlined as follows:

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Public Notice 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 Aprilâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;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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Man bashed: Ashtray attack at Kingswood

Police are conducting investigations into the assault of a man at Kingswood on Sunday. About 4.15pm, a 53-year-old man was at his home on the Great Western Highway when he answered a knock at the front door. The man opened the door of his unit before four males entered the premises and assaulted him with a glass ashtray. The man sustained fractured ribs, a broken nose, a fractured cheek and eye socket, broken thumb and serious swelling to his face. He was treated at the scene by paramedics and taken to Nepean Hospital where he remains in a stable condition. St Marys Detectives are continuing their investigations into the assault and are appealing for information. Contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stolen goods recovered: Public appeal Police are appealing for public assistance after stolen goods were located in an industrial unit in St Marys. Following exhaustive inquiries, officers attached to the operation executed a search warrant at an industrial unit in Vallance Street, St Marys about 2.30pm

on Tuesday, February 21. During the search officers located and seized a trailer, power tools, ammunition and two fi re-fighting breathing devices. Further inquiries have confi rmed the items were stolen. Police are attempting to establish the person/s responsible for the items and are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen any suspicious activity. Contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fire at Londonderry: Investigations continue

Police are investigating a fi re at Londonderry on February 25. A fi re started in some shedding of a property on the Northern Road, Londonderry and NSW Fire and Rescue were called to the scene. Police believe that the fi re started between 8.15pm and 9pm that evening. Inquiries are continuing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brawl at local pub: Police called to help

Police are investigating a brawl that occurred at a licensed premises on Peachtree Road. A fight broke out within the premises about 1.15am on Saturday and hotel security intervened and moved the groups outside, before police were called.

CANCER SURVIVOR LYNN WILLIS SAYS SHE SUPPORTS PROPOSED REFORMS TO SMOKING LAWS

Fighting for air Cancer survivor backs smoking law reform EMILY CRANE

fter a lengthy battle with lung cancer, Lynn Willis eagerly awaits the day she can sit in an alfresco dining area or walk through the local park without the fear of cigarette smoke lingering. Mrs Willis smoked for 30 years before making the decision to quit. But it was another 10 years before

she was diagnosed with lung cancer in May 2003. “It would have been a combination of me smoking and passive smoke. When I was a young person we’d go on the train to work and it would be full of smoke – people smoked everywhere,” she said. After her ordeal, Mrs Willis says she is still sensitive to the smell of cigarette smoke and avoids areas where people could potentially light up.

It is for this reason Mrs Willis is supportive of the State Government’s controversial decision to introduce tobacco reforms, which would ban smoking in playgrounds, sports grounds, public transport stops and commercial outdoor dining areas. Health Minister Jillian Skinner said smoking-related illness accounts for about 5,200 deaths and 44,000 hospitalisations per year in NSW.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;It made my blood run coldâ&#x20AC;? Tragic loss sparks safety campaign CASSANDRA O CONNOR

n February 15, images of a horrifi c roadside crash on the Hume Highway near Mittagong were splashed across the evening

news. Sarah Frazer, a 23-year-old Springwood woman, and Geoff Clark, a tow truck driver, had been killed when a passing truck hit them as they loaded Ms Frazerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car onto a tow truck at about midday. For local tow truck driver and owner of Penrith Towing, Danny Whittaker, the news was devastating. Mr Whittaker, a long time friend of Mr Clark, has now started a safety campaign in his friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honour to highlight the serious safety issues facing tow truck drivers responding to highway breakdowns. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I had a phone call from a friend who is a police officer who told me a tow truck driver had been killed on the Hume Highway and he was checking that it wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t me,â&#x20AC;? Mr Whittaker said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When he told me it was near Mittagong I thought of Geoff and called his mobile. There was no answer, so I called his tow truck but there was still no answer and then when I called his office and I still couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t reach him I just knew.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It made my blood run cold.â&#x20AC;? Mr Whittaker said Mr Clark was one of the most experienced tow truck drivers in the business and would often attend highway crashes himself instead of sending his staff into the dangerous conditions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The truck he owned prior to the one in which he was killed had been rebuilt after being smashed by a semitrailer, so when Geoff got this truck he even installed a flashing arrow like the RTA traffi c diversions. He knew how dangerous it was but still died,â&#x20AC;? Mr Whittaker said. Sadly, it has taken the death of a fellow trow truck driver to highlight the serious safety concerns in the industry. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When council workers mow the grass on the M4 a whole lane is blocked off and traffic is slowed to 40km/h, but tow truck drivers have to lay on the ground to connect the tow cable to cars right next to traffi c moving at over 110km/h,â&#x20AC;? Mr Whittaker said. The local tow truck driver is calling on motorists to slow down if they see the flashing lights of a stationary tow truck and for police penalties for drivers who do not give tow truck drivers adequate space. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Anyone who wants to show their support can visit our campaign Facebook page, the Highlander Move Over Law named in Geoffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s honour. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about time the safety of truck drivers is ensured,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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T Penrith City Council is calling on the State Government to amend legislation that could end up leaving new residents without infrastructure. The Council has lodged an appeal with the Land and Environment Court after it approved the subdivision of land at Caddens Road, Kingswood. The 71-lot development, known as the Grey Oaks estate, falls within the Werrington Enterprise Living and Learning precinct, where 2,000 lots are planned. Council says the community would be left with a $1.8 million bill to provide facilities in this new development after the court ordered the $30,000 developer contributions cap – which was introduced by the former government – be paid. “Without an appeal we are facing a potential bill of around $55 million to provide future facilities across the whole development,” said Penrith Mayor, Greg Davies. The recent ruling, according to Council, means that more than $28,500 per lot will be allocated towards drainage and road works, leaving less than $1,500 per lot to meet the cost of parks, sporting fields, footpaths and other facilities.

he Penrith Business Advisory Centre gave advice to about 1,000 individuals last year, but with additional funds that is set to increase, according to Executive Officer, John Todd. The local advisory service will be submitting a tender application to the State Government in the next four weeks to receive part of a $5 million funding program, Small Biz Connect. Under the program, the government will expand small business support services through the redevelopment of the existing Business Advisory Service, which expires on June 30. Penrith MP Stuart Ayres met with Mr Todd on Tuesday to discuss the changes and encourage him to seek funding under the new program. “John Todd has made an amazing contribution to small businesses in Penrith. The advice provided by his organisation has given small and start-up businesses the confidence they need to expand and create more jobs,” Mr Ayres said. The Penrith advisory service has not only been providing face-to-face business advice, but also making the shift to webbased training, too. “It’s almost applicable to say the government program is almost catching up with what the Business Advisory Centre has already been doing,” Mr Ayres said on Tuesday.

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THERE’S FUN FOR EVERYONE AT THE LUDDENHAM SHOW, WHICH WILL BE HELD AT THE LUDDENHAM SHOWGROUND THIS WEEKEND

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or more than a century, locals have been flocking to one of the biggest community events in the area – the Luddenham Show. And this weekend will be no exception, with Luddenham Showground hosting the 108th annual Luddenham Show. Despite its lengthy history, the Luddenham Show has not changed all that much.

“It was a community based event in the beginning and that hasn’t changed. The Luddenham Show still serves the community the way that it used to,” said President of the Luddenham Agricultural, Horticultural and Industrial Society, Rob Heffernan. “A lot of people in the local community get involved with the show through volunteering, sponsoring, entering competitions and by attending the show.” Along with the usual rodeo, horseback and cattle events, the fi reworks, Yank-A-Ute competition and local music, the organisers

have attempted to vary the entertainment, with this year’s line-up being quite impressive. “There is stacks of entertainment all day long on both days, but this year the show will feature the ‘Showmow Lawnmowing Racing’ event which will be a lot of fun. The Luddenham Show does, and will, entertain all ages,” Mr Heffernan said. The Luddenham Show has events to please everyone, from the kids right through to mums and dads. Mr Heffernan has been heavily involved with the planning this year, and said the

best part was the tradition. “It has been going on for generations. Parents take their children and their children take their children,” he said. “The show is based on tradition and hopefully the Luddenham Show tradition will continue on for many more years ahead of us.” The Luddenham Show will be held on March 3 and 4 at the Showground. A $40 Family Day Pass can be purchased on the day and individual prices are also available. For more information, visit www. luddenhamshow.com.au.

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PENRITH’S ADRENALIN RUSH: FUN IN OUR OWN BACKYARD

WEEKENDER JOURNALIST EMILY CRANE TACKLES THE LAKE AT CABLES. PHOTO: MELINDA JENKINS

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o celebrate International Women’s Day on March 8, newly reopened women’s networking group, Women With Altitude, is hosting a special luncheon focusing on the importance of working women in the business community. Andrea Turner-Boys founded Women With Altitude in 2001 and discovered that many women in the business community needed a flexible group to form networks with. “I started the group in the Penrith and Blue Mountains area because I was opening my own business and wanted to know and network with other business women,” she said. “Women need to have a place where they can discuss issues they face in the workplace, work-life balance commitments or simply make

friends.” In 2009 Ms Turner-Boys took a break from running the not-for-profit networking group to focus on her family. But in 2012, it is making a comeback at a time when business owners and operators are looking to engage with each other and build networking partnerships. “I had to take a break as I was juggling two young children, my own business and Women With Altitude. But now I have sold the business and am working as a consultant and have really missed the networking sessions,” Ms Turner-Boys said. Ms Turner-Boys said she is very excited to have Women With Altitude up and running once more and believes that International Women’s Day is

the perfect opportunity for the fi rst event for the year. “In December I reopened Women With Altitude and to celebrate the role of working women we will be holding a luncheon with guest speaker Kerry Chikarovski,” she said. “We will also have Carole Maher, a lady from Currajong, share her amazing experience with us – she was originally a high-raked sales executive in a major company and gave up her job to run a lavender farm before travelling to Europe to become a milliner.” For more information about Women With Altitude, their upcoming networking functions or their March celebrations for International Women’s Day visit www.womenwithaltitude. com.au.

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mall business owners looking to sell (for example, because they’re nearing retirement age) are facing tougher sale conditions than in the past, new research has shown. The BizExchange Index for the December quarter revealed a double dose of bad news for struggling business vendors – plummeting business prices and a slide in the availability of fi nance for buyers. In the past year there has been a dramatic rise in the number of small businesses for sale, particularly ‘micro businesses’. Yet around 40 per cent of firms on the market were low-priced businesses, selling for less than one year’s earnings, the research showed. With the number of business failures nearly doubling in 2011 compared to 2010, there’s no real competition among buyers to drive up business prices. But it’s not all bad news for SMEs looking to go under the hammer this year. Business fi nance channels are re-opening and new ones were added in 2011, meaning prospective buyers may fi nd it easier to get the capital they need. Plus another round of redundancies in the corporate world could see some cashed-up investors looking for strong business opportunities. So while the current market is a tough one to sell a small business, the most important thing you can do is be prepared. Take the time to outline your business plan that takes all costs into consideration from equipment to marketing. Do a competitive analysis to ensure there is demand for your service and get your cash flow under control. Damien Smith is the CEO of Rate City

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he poet Maya Angelou once said: “Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can’t practice any other virtue consistently”. What do you think about this statement? Is it true for you? I’ve been thinking about Maya’s quote this week in relation to being a woman in business and have to say I agree. Courage seems to underpin so many aspects, including: • Risk taking: in order to take risks we need courage and belief in our goals. • Excellent customer service: to respond appropriately and effectively to customers in the face of complaints or situations that need to be resolved. • Receiving feedback/criticism: it takes courage to receive feedback and even more to actively seek it! • Setting goals: it takes courage to think big and plan to be more successful than you are now. Even on a day to day basis, women in business are being courageous. No matter what stage your business is at, ‘turning up’ each day is an act of courage. Operating a business is hard work! It takes courage to remain focused, to motivate your staff , to meet the needs of your clients. It takes courage to know when to say ‘no’ and when to change direction. It takes courage to make decisions you know are good for you and your business, even when others around you disagree. So be encouraged: you are already courageous even on the days you don’t feel like you are.

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Time moves on, but styles always make a comeback

ashion Week is always a glamorous and star-studded aff air, and while the average fashionista can’t always score a ticket, there’s no harm in trying to recreate the latest runway looks at home. At London Fashion Week this year, the classic 1960’s look was at the forefront of Moschino Cheap & Chic’s campaign. Global Pantene stylist, Sam McKnight lent his expert hands to the fashion team in order to recreate the voluminous hair remnant of young modern girls in 1960’s London. Once volume was built, plenty of hairspray was used to hold the style in place, and with Sam’s direction the hair complemented the collection’s eclectic feel perfectly. The ‘60s mash up look for Moschino Cheap &

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Chic was all about fun. “I wanted to create a hair look that was a lot of fun and had a London vibe,” Sam said. “The hair has a voluminous quality to it and is like a young modern girl’s take on a ‘60s look – the key to this look is to build up the volume and then keep it in place with a lot of hairspray.” Here are a few tips to try and recreate the look: 1. The perfect base for this look is freshly washed and conditioned hair. 1. For hair stressed by over styling (such as at Fashion Week), supplement your hair care regimen with a treatment mask. 2. Apply mousse to damp hair and blow-dry the hair back away from the face with a flat bristle brush. 3. Backcomb the hair at the sides, back and

top of the head with a fi ne-toothed comb for maximum volume and big impact. Spray with hairspray as you go to keep the volume and height in place (Leave a section of the hair free at the front of the head to frame the face). 4. Lightly brush back the top front section of hair over to the back of the head to create a smooth layer over the backcombed section. 5. Tie the smoothed hair at the nape of the neck into a ponytail and roll the pony tail up into a dishevelled bun, and fi x in to place with hair pins. Spray with hairspray to hold style in place and pick out wisps of hair for a carefree look. 6. For the Moschino Cheap & Chic look, fi nish with a pastel bow detail headband placed in the middle of the head in front of the volumised and lifted back section.

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www.westernweekender.com.au If you’re starting to feel disoriented and confused serious Saturn, fiery Mars and tricky Mercury all bring you back to reality and act as a wake-up call, bringing problems to the forefront.

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Mercury is retrograde in your sign creating a lot of confusion. Compromise is the key to happiness in relationships, particularly as old issues raise their ugly heads once again. The Full Moon falls in your work sector on the 8th and if you overstep the mark with your boss, clients or authority figures, you could find yourself with a battle on your hands. Owing to stress you are likely to be feeling run down, so be certain to tend to your diet.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Don’t let anxieties and jealous behaviour get out of control. The more tightly you hold onto a loved one, the more likely they are to long for freedom and independence. Venus is in your sign this month, so be certain to indulge this heart-ruled period with a romantic movie where you can kiss and make up. The Full Moon brings issues to a head involving a child or younger person, perhaps they are in need of your time, attention and loving care.

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MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

The Full Moon in Virgo on the 8th highlights a real lack of co-operation on the domestic front. A mass of duties will land in your lap and you may find your loved ones less than sympathetic. Perhaps it’s time you put your foot down and learnt to delegate. On the work front you will gain insights into what it is that makes you happy. If someone presents you with a proposition, investigate all the pros and cons before you give them an answer.

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If you are outspoken you could find yourself coming up against resistance from others especially during the week of The Full Moon (5-11th). By all means stand up for what you believe in, but remember other people have that right, too. A more productive use of your energy would be to go on a fitness kick and to focus on losing those few extra kilos that may of crept on. The New Moon on the 22nd indicates that financially things will certainly be looking up.

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Saturn is retrograde and the Full Moon is in your sign on the 8th, so don’t take chances with your money. Keep to the tried and tested paths and don’t make decisions you haven’t really thought through properly. A partner or close associate may need some extra financial help and this could put a strain on your savings. Legal or official matters may be difficult to handle. The lively New Moon on the 22nd is perfect for partying, sporting events, music or even dancing.

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It’s a tricky month, as you swing from confident optimism to intense pessimism and back again. Mars being Retrograde will stir up your defences so avoid irritating people. The Full Moon on the 8th warns you to be careful when driving as minor accidents are likely. With the strong Piscean influence this month it’s time to indulge the travel bug by exploring a few holiday options. The New Moon on the 22nd sees a breakthrough if trying to lose weight.

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SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

The Full Moon on the 8th is highlighting partnership issues that need immediate attention. The progress of a child is the first of these priorities, perhaps a youngster needs extra help in matters of schooling. Hidden agendas and motives come to light in relationships or friendships. If single avoid being drawn to someone who is no good for you. The New Moon on the 22nd sees you making the most out of business/ career opportunities.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

With Mars retrograde and the Full Moon in Virgo on the 8th, the more obsessive and driven you are, the more difficult the month. Avoid being possessive about your friends as this will get you nowhere. In relationships you need to let go of old thoughts, emotions or people that are holding you back. If you are in a serious relationship it’s time to organise your wedding plans or take it to another level of commitment. A sexy new lover is possible for single Scorpios.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Don’t get too carried away with your own importance. If you want to influence others then a touch of humility is a good place to start. The Full Moon on the 8th indicates a friend may ask you for a favour or a loan and you may not want to give it to them. Be wary of letting yourself be used. Venus is providing a turning point for your career and finances. The New Moon on the 22nd is a good time for some recycling? For some an ex might reappear.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

The more you try to control others especially loved ones, the more challenging your month will be. The Full Moon on the 8th indicates that work pressure is piling on and so are the demands of your family. The trouble is you are so pressured that you can’t work out the best course of action. If at all possible take a short trip or break away. The New Moon on the 22nd is the ideal time to put some fun back into your life so why not get outdoors and enjoy nature.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

As Mercury is Retrograde gossip, secrets and intrigue are circulating, so don’t take things at face value. Spend time and energy investigating what is really going on rather than just accepting what you are told. The Full Moon on the 8th indicates that expenses are likely to get out of hand, it may be necessary to teach your offspring that money doesn’t grow on trees. A good massage might really hit the spot if aches and pains flare up.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

The Full Moon on the 8th joins retrograde Mars in your partnership zone and problems are likely. You may be rather argumentative and in the mood to remind others of all those things they haven’t done but should of. It’s time to spend some extra time on yourself... book clubs, meditation groups and a nice new hair cut will all help to lift your spirits. The New Moon on the 22nd brings a generous gift and an improvement to your overall wellbeing.

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KEEPING FIT

by Susan Garrad

Keeping your liver in shape Q. I’ve been reading about the importance of the liver in keeping us healthy and feeling good. Any tips on keeping my liver in good shape? From hormone processing to detoxifi cation, our liver has many important jobs. Many of us put extra stress on our livers with daily activities such as drinking alcohol, breathing unclean air and eating processed or unhealthy foods. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to give your liver the upper hand against these assaults: 1. Diet: Try to eat more of the following foods: • Brassica vegetables such as brussels sprouts, broccoli and caulifl ower • Leafy greens such as spinach, silverbeet and rocket • Foods that are high in fibre such as pears, apples, oats and brown rice Foods to avoid or cut down in your diet: • Nonorganic foods in general, but especially meats, poultry, eggs and dairy • Refi ned sugar • Alcohol • Coffee 2. Sweating: Whether through exercise or sauna, sweating allows your body to eliminate toxins through the pores, lowering the detoxifi cation burden on the liver.

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Get up and get involved

get to speak to a huge variety of people about their ideas on fitness in my line of work. From such a broad range of people it’s surprising how similar the methods they think of for getting fit. Usually join a gym or go for a run, that’s great for many, but what if you’re the type that doesn’t really like either of those options? Unfortunately, I often hear how the intention to get fit stays just that, an intention. As I have said before, the smallest deed beats the grandest intention. Why limit your options to an activity only based on getting you fit? Look at the bigger picture, think of something that you could do and enjoy. Maybe make new friends, develop new skills. Gain confi dence and experience. You can suit exactly your own interests and fitness level. Fitness becomes just one of a whole string of benefits you will gain. In a quick look this morning I found a diverse range of activities. Anyone for Dragon Boating? I saw they are welcoming beginners at the Regatta Centre, and they range from juniors to Great Grand Dragons where the youngest paddler would be over 60. What a great way to get fit! If that’s too easy for you, Blue Mountains Rugby Union Club welcomes new players. You get a trainer a couple nights a week and get to take the family

3. Clean Water: Replace any soda, juice or coffee you drink with clean water. Getting enough water in your system is very important for detoxifi cation. 4. Get Individual Advice: There are many herbs and supplements, as well as other therapies that can also be helpful for liver support and detoxifi cation. Make an appointment with nutritionist Susan Garrad today for individual health advice.

to watch your skills on Saturday if you play a game. And it probably costs less for a season than an official Wallabies supporter jumper. Not into teams? There is a new Krav Maga School called Krav West. Reality based self defence, some pretty serious activity combined with skill and coordination development. That’s got to be better than pounding on a treadmill for an hour and learning nothing. If that all sounds a bit much maybe just getting out of the house is for you. Glenbrook Toastmasters are doing a speechcraft course for beginners starting Wednesday, March 7. Anything that gets you up and away from the lounge chair is going to have beneficial results. There’s so much choice out there. Get up and get involved.

Naturopath Susan Garrad from Women’s Health Naturally, Summer Hill can be contacted on 9798 9322 or visit www.womenshealthnaturally.com.au

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Not the same outfit!

ast weekend I was going out to dinner, locally, with a few friends and I was waiting for my lift to arrive. I was almost 100 per cent ready to go and when my friend arrived to pick me up, I grabbed my handbag and met her at the door. To my shock and her horror, we were wearing exactly the same outfi t. I have been thinking about it all week and I simply cannot figure out how this could have happened. Both of us have very diff erent styles, we have diff erent tastes in colour and we are of diff erent builds. It seemed surreal that we are both so diff erent and yet we were both wearing the same outfi t. After changing my outfi t and laughing the situation off with my friends over dinner, I couldn’t help but think, is fashion responsible for the loss of our individuality? I have never thought of myself as someone who conforms to rules and regulations, especially when it comes to fashion, but how can I say that I have an individual style when I

can be caught wearing the same outfi t as someone else? The fashion industry is built around conforming to a base set of guidelines and the rest is up to us as individuals. It was at this point I realised that the fashion industry both encourages individuality and hides it. Fashion encourages us to be individuals but within a set of boundaries – even celebrities get caught and they have people who choose their outfi ts for them! So, if we turn up wearing the same outfi t as someone, it isn’t unusual, but how do we respond? 1. Laugh it off because there is no point in getting upset. As I have realised, in the fashion world, things like this are bound to happen. 2. Emphasise the small differences in the outfi t – if your hair is styled differently or you have different accessories, make it more obvious. 3. Be confi dent in what you are wearing because chances are the other person won’t be.

here are some one billion computers in use around the world at any given time and 160 billion emails are sent daily. Would it surprise you that 97 per cent of those emails are spam? Technology is a wonderful thing, allowing us to communicate with ease, research facts and figures and manage our fi nances. Some people are afraid to use the internet for fear of hackers and fraudsters, but if you shy away from advances in technology because of fear of the unknown, imagine what you’ll miss out on. There’s no guarantee that you won’t be aff ected, but if you follow these simple lessons, you’ll improve your odds of staying safe and secure out of sight. Lesson one: No bank will ever, ever send you an email or text message asking you to input or verify your account details. Banks don’t do that because they know that’s what the fraudsters do. Lesson two: Install antivirus and fi rewall software on your computer, the best you can get. Program it so updates can be automatically installed on a regular basis (weekly is best). Remember these days with the advance in smart devices your mobile phone is a computer, too. Lesson three: Choose a good password. Don’t pick a word from the dictionary, use a song or phrase to help you remember and then take the fi rst letters from each word, for example: Twinkle Twinkle Little Star = TtLS. Then add some numbers and punctuation, TtLS2515! Lesson four: Use a one-time transfer password device. Some banks use SMS messaging to your mobile phone for money transfers to new accounts, BOQ uses a special device for maximum transfer limits of up to $10,000 per day. Lesson five: Don’t let young kids use the computer unsupervised. Refer lesson one. Scammers will send pop up messages that look like they come from a known company like Microsoft or Apple iTunes.

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Orthotics & Arch Supports

oot orthoses come in many diff erent forms. The basic principles of orthotic therapy, is the application of an aid under the feet to support the arch and correct an abnormal gait. However, the use of orthoses covers a much broader range. Orthoses can indeed be applied to a ‘flat foot’ and help support the arch. But as technology continues to snowball in this area of health, we are able to be much more specific and accurate in applying these devices to target joints and soft tissues in the entire lower body. Orthoses are often used in short-term scenarios to help offload injured muscles and tendons in athletes speeding up recovery and getting them back to training quicker. We also see a lot of people who want to train but struggle with an ongoing injury. In these scenarios we identify the problem structure and figure out how the patients gait and foot posture could be aff ecting it. The application of orthoses in these patients to fi ne tune their mechanics and maintain a pain free training regime often changes their lives. There is a misconception that flat feet are the only feet that need orthotic therapy. Flat feet are only a portion of the huge range of foot types to which we apply orthoses. High arched feet that create shock and stress related injuries also benefit from

orthotic therapy, as do any painful feet or knees that may be linked to a functional anomaly. It is also important to note that podiatrists do not apply orthoses to every painful foot that we see. Often the pain is solved with muscle stretching, strapping, dry needle techniques and many other treatment options. Orthoses are just another tool in our arsenal to rid the world of painful legs and feet.

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ALL ABOUT FEET

THE PHARMACIST SAYS by Martin Cominotto

Bouncing back and seeking advice

omiting and diarrhoea normally start quickly and often for no apparent reason. Fortunately they also normally disappear just as fast, often within 24 hours. Because there are so many causes for these episodes and they are so common, I’ll highlight some important things to watch out for so you know how to minimise their effects and also when to seek professional advice. There are many reasons why you may suddenly be struck down with vomiting or diarrhoea. The two main causes are a viral gut infection, often referred to as a ‘24 hour stomach bug’ or food poisoning. Dehydration is the main concern and it can develop very quickly, especially in the young or elderly. If you aren’t able to take in or keep down fluids and are vomiting or have diarrhoea there’s a good chance you are becoming dehydrated. Symptoms like a headache, not needing to pass urine very often, a dry tongue and mouth or cold clammy skin can confi rm dehydration. Even with bad vomiting and diarrhoea, try to sip small amount of fluids the whole time. The most important is to start re-hydrating as soon as you can keep fluids down. Restoring the body’s balance of electrolytes is very important. Using a hydration solution that contains electrolytes and glucose

will help replace what you have lost. These are available from the pharmacy and include products like Hydralyte, Gastrolyte and Re-Hydrate. Some of these products come in ice block form as well. Using plain water, juice or soft drinks helps with hydration but should only be used if the symptoms are very mild. These drinks do not contain the important electrolytes that you lose when symptoms are severe. If your cannot keep fluids down for more than 24 hours you should consult your doctor or pharmacist. For young children and babies who won’t keep fluids down, you shouldn’t wait longer than four hours to seek advice.

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I • Commercial • Industrial • Domestic The professional and clean way to concrete If you don’t receive a call back or same day quote, we will happily provide a $100 gift voucher for the Penrith Garden Centre!

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n a week of news stories focusing on political upheaval and the beginning of the footy season, you could’ve easily missed a fascinating report which, among other things, noted the massive increase in individualism and the declining impact of the role of family and church in our community. The result of this decline is a direct link to increases in human distress. The report says “For all our freedom and wealth, one of the key diffi culties of life in the modern west – where tradition and community have been so horribly stripped bare – is making sense of our lives when there are so few rules about how to live.” These diffi culties show themselves in “the rise of addiction to unending novelty – from drugs to video games to internet porn... and young lives drowning... depression rates rising”. In the face of this, consider the words of Jesus from the Bible’s New Testament gospel of John: “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” If Jesus is a fraud and phony, then ignore him. Have nothing to do with him. Yet, any serious, thoughtful investigation of Jesus will reveal extraordinary things, in particular that while our culture is sinking under the weight of its own lack of direction, Jesus stands fi rm as the one who

gives life in all its fullness. Jesus, the good shepherd, shows unique compassion and kindness, mercy and goodness, direction and guidance. Perhaps it is time to ask some hard questions of yourself: “Am I missing something?” Are you missing the life that Jesus promises? Check him out – you won’t be disappointed!

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NADO operates Teen Time, Monday to Friday at Blaxland High School, Coughlan Road, Blaxland. 8am – 6pm School Holidays • 3:30pm – 6:30pm School Term Times

NADO’s Teen Time offers a va riety of recreational activities in a relaxed and info rmal environment, building the development of st ud ents both socially and creativ ely. NADO is committ ed to providing a high quality servic which values and e supports the princi ples of quality care in a secure an d safe environmen t for all. We offer a high staff to studen t ratio with a minimum of on e staff member fo r every three students.

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OPEN HOME Saturday 3rd 2.00-2.30pm, 6 Bunce Place

Large family home Do you have a large family?? Or just need that extra space?, then this is the home for you. Spacious 5 bedroom home with a very private inground pool, single garage + a large carport area. Features include a built-in sauna, rumpus room, formal lounge room, ensuite, study area & huge walk in pantry. Th is home has all the comforts – ducted air conditioning, beautiful kitchen with gas appliances & built-in bar to enjoy after a hard day’s work. The outside area has a huge deck, paved courtyard and plenty of room for the kids to play. Th is home is tucked away in a small cul-de-sac close to Werrington County Shopping Centre, local park and schools. A bus stop is also close by. To arrange an inspection, call Helen Fitzpatrick on 0414 362 955.

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SOUTH PENRITH 5 big Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Quiet Street, close to shops $500 per week – Available 6th March

A freestanding home of generous proportions, this residence caters for many including the astute investor, fi rst home buyer or someone looking to downsize. Its peaceful interiors offering light, space & privacy would be ideal if you enjoy an easy maintenance in/outdoor lifestyle of convenience.

Open Sat 10.30am – 11.30am 7 Gandell Crescent Sth Penrith

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Contact Dukes Estate Agents Penrith on 4722 2626 or Emu Plains on 4735 6600 • www.dukesestateagents.com.au

108 Russell Street, EMU PLAINS

• Site area – 2,010sqm • 796sqm factory/warehouse area • 332sqm of first floor commercial office • Surrounded by concrete hardstand • Security fenced site • Direct access to M4 Motorway

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mountain views • Single garage with internal access • Low maintenance gardens/lawns in a whisper quiet cul-de-sac location • Close to parklands, schools, shops & transport

Penrith 4722 8500 Fax: 4722 8511 rhc.com.au

Gavin Shatford 0417 228 507

Keiran McGarity 0417 228 504

Shane Blackett 0417 228 506

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Stylish 2 Bedroom Unit Th is fully renovated unit is a must to see! Featuring; 2 bedrooms, laundry, updated kitchen, good sized bathroom, 2 balconies, window shutter & air conditioning. All in a secure block with internal access to garage

Werrington

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Greg Davies – Mayor of Penrith. Why invest in Penrith? Find out first hand what plans are in the works & the impact they will have on Penrith City. Oded Reuveni-Etzioni – Research Analyst Growth predictions for Penrith - what is in store for the next 5 years? How much rent will you be paying next year?

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Charlie Daher - Developer, Investor & Auctioneer How to buy your first investment and how to leverage the first to buy many more. Why the West is set for above average capital growth. David Seager - Prestige Mortgages What information the banks look at to approve your loan. How to improve your chances of fast approval. Seats are strictly limited. Book now to avoid missing out Ph: 4761 6204 or email darren@prd.net.au

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Open Home Sat 11:00 – 11:30am 11 Wilfred Place

Jamisontown • 3 bedrooms • Ensuite • Built-in robes • Lounge & dining

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

Perfect Location!

• Family room, modern kitchen & bathroom • Dishwasher • Split system air conditioning

$439,950 Penrith

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

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• 3 bedroom home • Polished timber floor boards

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Great Investment Opportunity • Study • New blinds • New kitchen

• New bathroom • Garage • Carport

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Open Home Sat 3:00 – 3:30pm 91 Barlow Street

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$295,000 Cambridge Park 5

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.

• 5 bedroom • Split level home • Separate lounge & dining

Large 5 Bedroom Family Home • Family room • Split system air conditioning • Ceiling fans

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Cambridge Park • 3 bedrooms • Built-in robes • Ensuite & second bathroom

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• Modern kitchen • Lounge/dining • Entertaining area

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$349,950 Werrington

• Split system air conditioning • Down lights • Detached single garage Michael Ball 0414 264 668

Cambridge Park offers over $369,000 • 3 & 4 Bedrooms • Ensuite • Built – in robes • Kitchen include Caesar stone benches and Stainless steel appliances

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• 3rd toilet down stairs • Complex of 3 • Close to schools, shops & transport

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Open Home Sat 2:00 – 2:30pm 1/65 Barry Street

offers over $229,000

This fully renovated unit is a must to see! Featuring; 2 bedrooms, laundry, updated kitchen, good sized bathroom, 2 balconies, window shutter & air conditioning. All in a secure block with internal access to garage

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 3rd 1.00 to 1.40pm 101 Koloona Drive

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $649,950

EMU PLAINS

CLARENDON WARWICK ON 900+SQM

The ever popular ‘Clarendon Warwick’ design combines generous servings of living space with five bedrooms, a study, an ensuite to main & double garage. The rumpus on the lower level opens out to an entertaining area that overlooks the in ground pool. Call today to book a private inspection!

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EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $349,950

The property hosts a variety of features that include fresh carpet and paint, neutral floor tiles, a lounge/dining area and an ensuite to the main room. All three bedrooms have built in robes; there is ducted a/c and the advantage of a double garage. Currently returning $395.00 per week.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 3rd 11.00 to 11.40am 18 Lucas Street

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GO! Complete with a renovated kitchen and bathroom, this threebedroom 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. Call today to book a private inspecrtion!

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RETURNING $395.00 PER WEEK

$379,950

ON YOUR MARKS… GET SET…

EMU PLAINS

$489,950

FORGET THE REST THIS IS THE BEST

Positioned within close proximity to the M4 and everything that counts in Emu Plains this lovely property is a joy to inspect. Four bedrooms combined with built in wardrobes, a second shower and toilet, new carpet and classy plantation shutters adorn the windows. The second living area adjoins the modern kitchen and overlooks the undercover entertaining area, stunning in ground pool and enough yard left over for the kids to play. The wide drive way allows for plenty of car parking as well as a good sized tandem lock up garage with internal access.

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EMU PLAINS OFFERS OVER $685,000 UNASSUMING WITH RIVERSIDE LOCATION

The block’s wide frontage compliments the attractive façade and is improved by a spacious four bedroom home. Along with this there are two bathrooms, two living areas, a study, split system air conditioning and immaculate presentation throughout. Call today to book a private inspection!

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 3rd 12.00 to 12.40pm 1/5 St Pauls Crescent

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OFFERS OVER $449,950

BETTER RETURN THAN A BOOMERANG

With anticipated returns of up to $500.00 per week, this home will certainly suit the astute investor. In total there are up to five bedrooms, a study/office with separate access, two bathrooms and ducted air conditioning throughout. The kitchen and kitchenette have been well maintained and there are two living areas.

EMU PLAINS

$449,950

S-T-R-E-T-C-H OUT HERE!

Hidden from the street but still enjoying a street frontage is this spacious home that will allow you and your family the space you’ve been searching for. The original floor plan has been extended and now enjoys five bedrooms with two bathrooms. Along with this there is a study, timber kitchen, split system air conditioning and built in robes. The external grounds could allow for a spacious grassed yard or be turned into a gardener’s paradise. The single garage and carport completes this package.

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EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $329,950

RECLAIM YOUR WEEKENDS

Within this immaculate villa stunning timber floors lead to two bedrooms with built in wardrobes, a lounge and dining area and a modern kitchen. Split system air conditioning controls comfort and there is an easy care yard. Additional features include a single garage, courtyard and handy location.

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OPEN HOUSE Sat 3rd 12.00 to 12.40pm 13 Napier Avenue

EMU PLAINS

OFFERS OVER $515,000

SPACIOUS HOME IN BLUE RIBBON LOCATION

Resting on just over 700 sqm of land in a convenient and popular location moments from the train station is a residence that will meet the needs of your growing family. Five bedrooms come complete with built in wardrobes one of the two bathrooms is renovated, there is the comfort of multiple split system air conditioners and timber floors. The lounge room enjoys an abundance of natural light and is accompanied by the dining room that leads to a spacious timber kitchen. Entertaining will be a breeze with the under covered area.

EMU HEIGHTS

$629,950

FOR THE DISCERNING BUYER

Large two storey house set on approximately 820sqm. This 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.

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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CRANEBROOK

OFFERS OVER $369,950

If you’re really particular about the area you wish to live in and want a property that reflects your good taste, then this is it. Boasting three bedrooms with two built-in robes, large renovated kitchen, three way bathroom, large lounge room, and separate dining off kitchen. Internal access to a large double garage with drive through access which leads to a large 720sqm fully fenced block, and undercover entertaining area for those social gatherings. Properties like this don’t come around often in a popular pocket with breathtaking mountain views this is sure to impress. Call now to book a private inspection.

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CRANEBROOK

OFFERS OVER $449,950

Struggling to fit the family and the adolescents whining about their own bedrooms, the computer is occupying a nook in the lounge or kitchen well here is the opportunity to break free. There are seven bedrooms and five have built-in robes but you can have an office, study and library and still have four bedrooms and the main has a walk-in robe and en-suite. There are three toilets and two bathrooms. Boasting a separate lounge and dining area plus kitchen, and with a rumpus room upstairs there is no shortage of room. This home comes with side access via carport, single lock up garage, double carport at the front and undercover entertaining area. The home has loads of features including alarm, three split system air-conditioners, dishwasher and more. Located walking distance to shops, schools and public transport this is a must see. Call now for your own private viewing.

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CRANEBROOK

OFFERS OVER $350,000

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$470,000

CHEAP ACREAGE

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.

OFFERS OVER $229,950

BUILD YOUR DREAM

Situated at the base of the Blue Mountains and close to Penrith Lakes Scheme and Penrith CBD is this block of land approximately 443m2 waiting to build your dream home. 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.

CRANEBROOK

OFFERS OVER $329,950

Perfect for your first home or investment this three bedroom home features lounge area, separate dining, open plan kitchen, neat and tidy bathroom plus internal laundry. Outside includes a large entertaining for those social gatherings, above ground pool, single carport as well as a great size garage. Set on the high side of the street in a popular part of Cranebrook this attractive home will not last. Located close to schools, shops and public transport, call now for a private inspection before it’s too late!

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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 and 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 a separate family room upstairs to avail of some further privacy. This wonderful home is close to schools, shops and public transport so call now your own private inspection

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CASTLEREAGH

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

MOMENTS FROM PENRITH

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.

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CASTLEREAGH

OFFERS OVER $720,000

BRILLIANT ACREAGE LOCATION

If you’re looking to build your dream home then look no further than this brilliant 3.7 acre (14,980m2) corner block with dual street frontage which is perfect if you have trucks or cars. This flat block of land has electricity, town water and is close to local schools, shops and sporting fields. Currently situated on this property is a two bedroom home which is perfect if you want to live while you build! Call us now to organise an inspection of this brilliant property.

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

A BEGGINERS WINNER

Cranebrook

4730 1122

Adrian Jamie

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CRANEBROOK (WATERSIDE)

Clay

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

Glenmore Park Penrith 30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

4739 8800 4739 1111 4751 8888 4735 8888 4733 6999 www.jimaitken.com.au

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

4722 5000 1042WWD3523

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LONDONDERRY

Craig

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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.

LAND

Kieran Philippa Elona

OPPORTUNITIES GALORE

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Scott Brendan Trent

A HOME WITH PUNCH

Gareth Celeste

DOUBLE GARAGE PLUS 720SQM BLOCK!

Troy

S T A N D A R D S

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S T A N D A R D S

Gareth Celeste

Scott Brendan Trent

Kieran Philippa Elona

Craig

Clay

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REGENTVILLE

OFFERS OVER $325,000

ONE SOLD - ONLY ONE LEFT!

Located in the sought after suburb of Regentville within walking distance to the beautiful Nepean River, local schools and with easy access to the M4 Motorway this block is ready for you to build your dream. Dimensions are approx. 15.5m wide by 60m deep. With 911m2 (approx.) to work with this could be the opportunity you have been waiting for!

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SILVERDALE

OFFERS OVER $850,000

FULLY FENCED - GREAT FOR HORSES!

Totalling approx. 6.65 hectares (over 16 acres) and surrounded by some of the districts finest luxury homes this parcel of paradise must be seen to be fully appreciated. With the majority of the land cleared and well maintained, there is a dam, it is fully fenced so it would be ideal for horses, there is access to town water and even the possibility in the future to sub-divide (stca). As only a small part of the land can be viewed from the road and the property is behind gates we ask that you book your inspection.

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GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $299,000

NEST OR INVEST

Located in a small complex with easy access to Mulgoa Road, is this neat and tidy townhouse. Featuring three bedrooms with built-in’s, large separate lounge and dining rooms, second toilet down stairs and internal access to the lock up garage. With a low maintenance yard and an approximate $350.00 per week rental return, you need to book now.

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GLENMORE PARK

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OFFERS OVER $359,000

QUALITY TOWNHOUSE

Enjoy your new lifestyle in this renovated townhouse with the main bedroom downstairs having ensuite and built-ins, upstairs are two large bedrooms with built-ins and bathroom. The large open living has split air and access to lock up garage and barbeque entertaining. With benefits of having a community pool and tennis court plus easy access out of Glenmore Park, book an inspection.

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GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $399,950

UNIQUE OFFERING

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

$425,000

Positioned on more then 600m2 of land, this family home awaits. Some of its features include: four good size bedrooms, three way bathroom, a second toilet, floating timber flooring, great size lounge room, generous kitchen, family and dining area plus the all year round comfort of air conditioning. Outside you will notice the very large undercover entertaining area, drive through garage, the abundance of off street parking and a wonderful backyard for the kids to play. With this and more on offer, an inspection is highly recommended!

30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

4733 6999

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

4735 8888

$499,000

SIDE ACCESS - LEVEL AND CARAVAN STORAGE

Should you be needing yard and room to store your boat, trailer or caravan or maybe work vehicle then book an appointment to inspect this quality four bedroom home. The kitchen has been renovated with granite bench tops and there is room to enjoy life with formal lounge and dining room plus family area and rumpus room. The undercover entertaining overlooks the good private yard with a large storage shed. Your summer comfort is ensured with ducted air-conditioning upstairs and split system air-conditioning in the lounge and rumpus rooms.

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Glenmore Park

GLENMORE PARK

OFFERS OVER $610,000

ONE OFF DESIGN - MASTER BUILT

Why miss out on this large five bedroom plus study design. Enter the sunken lounge with hi cathedral ceilings, downstairs offers a open kitchen, family and rumpus area plus formal dining overlooking the inground pool. Plus having large study, fifth bedroom, large laundry with toilet, and internal access to the triple garage. Upstairs enjoy the mountain views from the main bedroom and ensuite with corner spa. All bedrooms have built in’s and other features include ducted air upstairs, ducted vacuum, laundry chute, foxtel to bedrooms and solar heating to the pool.

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Cranebrook

Springwood

Emu Plains

Penrith

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

Lennox Centre Emu Plains NSW 2750

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

4739 8800 4739 1111 4730 1122 4751 8888 www.jimaitken.com.au

4735 2121

4722 5000 1042WWD3523

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Gareth Celeste

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Kieran Philippa Elona

Craig

Clay

Adrian Jamie

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OFFERS OVER $949,950

CUL DE SAC ACREAGE!

Positioned in a whisper quiet location, this large family home awaits. It features five good size bedrooms, ensuite to master, formal lounge and dining rooms, lovely timber kitchen, meals area and two other rumpus rooms for that little bit of extra space. So when you add to this the convenience of ducted air conditioning, the four car garage, double carport, in ground swimming pool and storage areas, this home is a must to see. All this and more and is positioned on approximately one acre of land and awaits your inspection.

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JAMISONTOWN

$379,950

FOUR BEDROOMS FOR HOW MUCH?

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.

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$379,950

WHAT A FANTASTIC PACKAGE!

With amazing presentation, this home will make it on anyone’s shortlist. Featuring three bedrooms, large lounge & dining areas, renovated kitchen and bathrooms, split system air conditioners and a large enclosed sunroom. With the addition of a carport, garage and landscaped yard, this home awaits your inspection!

SOUTH PENRITH

OFFERS OVER $369,950

SUNSHINE ON SUNSET

Situated in one of South Penrith’s best streets, this neat and tidy three bedroom home is just minutes from Jamison Park and within walking distance to Penrith CBD. Featuring a large modern kitchen, nicely renovated bathroom and ducted air conditioning this home is perfect for the first home buyer. The home has side access, detached garage and a large level block which allows plenty of room to extend at a later date. Call today to arrange your own private inspection.

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KINGSWOOD

OFFERS OVER $249,950

The floor plan comprises three bedrooms, there is split system air conditioning and the advantage of a bathroom on both floors. The kitchen has a fresh feel to it; the internal laundry is a bonus as is the single lock up garage. Priced to please it will surely suit those looking to start out or increase their investment portfolio.

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CAMBRIDGE PARK

OFFERS OVER $299,950

FIRST HOME OR INVESTMENT

This brilliantly priced three bedroom home is perfect for your first home or astute investor as there is also a lot of potential subject to council approval. This cute little cottage style home has a renovated kitchen and bathroom, air conditioner plus high ceilings which add loads of character. Situated on a corner block it gives you great side access with a garage/work shop. All this and much more at a great price close to schools, shops and sporting fields. Call us now to organise an inspection.

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PENRITH

OFFERS OVER $299,950

ANTICIPATED RENTAL RETURN OF $340PER WEEK!

Whether you are a first home buyer, business owner or investor looking for a great return then an inspection is a must on this one. The home comprises four bedrooms with built in to 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 a fenced front and rear yard.

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LAND

OPEN HOUSE Sat 3rd 1.00 to 1.40pm 262 Homestead Road OFFERS OVER $449,950

LOTS ON OFFER

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.

ORCHARD HILLS

OFFERS OVER $999,000

ACCESSIBLE ACREAGE

The 4.5 acre+ parcel of land has been improved by a residence that is spacious with much potential to let your imagination run wild. The floor plan comprises four bedrooms with two living areas, a meals area off the cooking quarters and there is air conditioning. Additional features include a double garage and a location that offers easy access to the motorway and Penrith.

PENRITH

This modern one bedroom unit should tick all the boxes for an astute investor or a first home buyer looking to enter the market. Currently leased at $260.00pw there is the opportunity to keep the current tenant or move in and enjoy the many features on offer. Positioned in a handy location in close proximity to the Penrith CBD and railway station.

Penrith

Emu Plains

Blaxland

Glenbrook

Springwood

429 High Street Penrith NSW 2750

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

4722 5000 4735 2121

OFFERS OVER $255,000

WHEN ONE IS ENOUGH

Emu Plains 91 Great Western Hwy Emu Plains NSW 2750

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KINGSWOOD

OFFERS OVER $189,950

WORKING WITH A BUDGET?

If you’re a first time builder or looking to take on a small project we suggest you give this opportunity your immediate attention. There are D.A approved plans available for a three bedroom Allworth home or the option for you to join forces with your architect and bring your own dream to life. Call Now

Glenmore Park

Cranebrook

30 Mulgoa Road Regentville NSW 2745

Shop 9 Borrowdale Way Cranebrook NSW 2749

4733 6999

4730 1122 1042WWD3523

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CAMBRIDGE PARK

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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

South Penrith 53 Wardell Drive SUPER LOCATION GLORIOUS SOUTH PENRITH

This lovely 3 bedroom home features good size lounge, modern kitchen, bathroom, bath, shower, large main bedroom with built-ins, ceiling fans, Large drive through carport, fully fenced large level block (626 m2). Located close to schools, shops and public transport facilities, with excellent street appeal. Ideal first home or investment. Anticipated rental yield $380 per week.

Sale

Sale $359,000 View Saturday 12.00-12.30pm Matthew Gobbo 4732 3333 raywhitenepean.com

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South Penrith 1 Mazepa Crescent OPPPORTUNITY KNOCKS

This is an ideal time to invest in this spacious 3 bedroom b/v home. Close to Penrith central and local to schools, shops & transport, this home would make an ideal 1st home or investment. Young kitchen, mirrored built-in wardrobe to main bedroom. Currently tenanted, returning $310/wk rent.

Sale $350,000 View Saturday 10.00-10.30am Steve Jackson 4732 3333 raywhitenepean.com

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Cambridge Park 41 Barlow Street 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.

This perfectly presented 3 bedroom home has been totally renovated. Features include polished timber floors, beautiful new kitchen, 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. Vendors are keen to sell so all reasonable offers will be considered.

4732 3333 Proudly presented by Penrith

Sale $449,950 View Saturday 2.00-2.30pm Helen Fitzpatrick 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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Sale Sale $314,950 View Saturday 1.00-1.30pm Helen Fitzpatrick 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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Warrimoo GORGEOUS RESIDENTIAL HOMESTEAD

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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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 thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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Werrington County 6 Bunce Place A TRULY BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME

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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.

Kingswood

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Sale $449,000 View By Appointment Matthew Gobbo 4732 3333 raywhitepenrith.com

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Sale $315,000 View Saturday 2.00-2.30pm Matthew Gobbo 4732 3333 raywhitenepean.com

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$390,000

5% DEPOSIT - NO MORE UNTIL MOVE IN

* 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 * Friendly Barinya village close to parks & playgrounds Completion due August 2012 AVANTE 17- EDEN BRAE HOMES - Lot 3296 Finsbury Cct, Ropes Crossing

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* Fixed price House & Land * 5% 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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$420,000

PARK FRONT LIVING * Fixed price house & land * Well designed terrace with separate loft great for home office space * Quality finishes including stainless steel appliances & stone bench tops * Main bedroom with ensuite & built-in robe * Fly screens to all windows & sliding doors * Vertical blinds to all windows * Landscaping & fencing included * Opposite park & playground Completion due April 2012

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* March Builder Bonus: Ducted air conditioning, 900mm European stainless steel appliances * Large open plan family & dining area * Spacious main Bedroom with ensuite & walk-in robe * Alfresco area great for entertaining * Remote control garage door with access into home & backyard * Close to many parks, playgrounds, school & shops Completion due July 2012

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OPEN HOME Saturday 3rd 11.00-11.40am, 9 Nindi Crescent

Fantastic presentation!

Best value in Glenmore Park!

Positioned in a popular part of Kingswood, the perfectly presented villa features three good size bedrooms, built in wardrobes, large open planned lounge and dining rooms, very handy kitchen area, ensuite access to the bathroom plus a single garage. Add to this the good size courtyard and the convenience of being close to schools, hospitals, stations and the university. You will realise the value in this home, so call today to book your viewing.

Kingswood

Oﬀers Over $285,000

Situated on the high side of the street and within easy walking distance to local schools, parks and transport sits this beautiful Masterton built home. Enjoying a lovely open plan layout featuring semi-formal and casual areas along with four over-sized bedrooms, all with built-in’s, the comfort of ducted air conditioning, there is an en-suite to the main bedroom, a large kitchen, internal access from the double garage and a stunning covered entertaining area that flows out to the easy care yard. If you are looking for a home with a great feel then book your inspection today before this opportunity passes you by!

Glenmore Park

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Contact Jim Aitken + Partners Glenmore Park on 4733 6999 www.jimaitken.com.au

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790 Hawkesbury Road

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5 Jamison Road

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6 Sylvan Place 182 River Road

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262 Homestead Road

Sat 12.00-12.30pm

30 Coreen Avenue

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1 Mazepa Crescent 32 Mazepa Avenue 48 Penrose Crescent 88 York Road 12 Christie Street 14 Sunset Avenue 53 Wardell Drive

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6 Bunce Place

Sat 11.00-11.40am Sat 12.00-12.40pm

110 Muru Drive 21 Bunnal Avenue

HAWKESBURY HEIGHTS Jim Aitken Springwood

JAMISONTOWN Michael Ball Realty

KINGSWOOD Ray White Penrith

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ORCHARD HILLS

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First grade: Penrith batted first and after losing an early wicket, Shannon Finnemore and Jarrod Silk took the score to 85 when Finnemore was dismissed. After lunch, Silk played a great innings and was fi nally dismissed for 98. The highlight of his innings was the brilliant running between wickets. Penrith at one stage were 3 for 185, however a batting collapse saw Penrith dismissed for 236 losing 7 for 50. In reply, Eastern Suburbs were 0 for 130 at stumps. Second grade: Easter Suburbs batted first and at one stage were 4 for 60. However, after lunch, Easts fought back very well and declared at 7 for 322. Best of the Penrith bowlers were Jake Lalor 2 for 43 and Tim Sutton 2 for 32. Penrith at stumps were 0 for 36. Kevin Gordon was 21 not out.

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After a much needed change in the weather very pleasant conditions prevailed at the Paceway’s last meeting on 23nd February and the good crowd in attendance certainly enjoyed the benefit of it. Bathurst trainer driver Bernie Hewitt was one who certainly made the most of it by notching up a treble of wins. His treble started with Son of Lopez ($8.90) in race three when he took the lead at the bell lap from Kilifi Fire and from then on never looked in danger of defeat. Bernie’s next one was the result of a good drive when he sat in the one out one back position with President Valdez ($5.00) then took the lead and battled out a strong win over the favourite Moonlight Studleigh in the run to the judge. He continued his night out with Poster Girl ($3.60) in race eight and came from three back in the running line to take over

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peculation that Lachlan Coote would have to play out the 2012 season at Windsor as an understudy to Michael Gordon has been thrown out the window after Coote was named in the number one jumper for Saturday night’s clash with Canterbury. There had been talk throughout the offseason that Gordon would be shifted to fullback from the wing, leaving Coote – a specialist fullback – out in the cold. But coach Ivan Cleary has gone with Coote at fullback despite Gordon’s good form in the trials. In fact, when both players had a turn at fullback during the Battle of the West trial against

Parramatta last month, Gordon clearly shone as the superior number one. But Coote’s experience in the role and his previous good form means he is an excellent choice in the fullback jumper, with Penrith to benefit from having both him and the versatile Gordon in the starting 13. There had also been rumours that Coote was in talks with the Roosters about a dramatic switch to the Bondi-based club. That would have created fear amongst the Panthers camp, already reeling from reports that Gordon would also seek another club if he wasn’t handed the fullback jumper. At the end of the day, it’s a great headache for Cleary to have.

Earlier this year, Coote told us that fighting for his jumper was nothing new. “I’ve had it growing up throughout my whole career, there’s always been fullbacks wanting my position and I’ve taken other people’s positions and that’s just the way footy is. I’ve experienced this the whole way through juniors and I’m used to it, it’s just another obstacle you have to get around,” he said. Panthers team v Bulldogs: Lachlan Coote, David Simmons, Michael Jennings, Brad Tighe, Michael Gordon, Travis Burns, Luke Walsh, Sam McKendry, Kevin Kingston, Tim Grant, Luke Lewis (c), Cameron Ciraldo, Nathan Smith. Bench: Weston, Armit, Seluini, Newton, Austin.

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Soward and Ben Hornby. Walsh has announced he’s at 100 per cent fitness for the first time in over a year, and the pressure is now on the pair to repay the faith the club has shown them. Meanwhile, after the departure of Petero Civoniceva and Trent Waterhouse, the Panthers’ pack has seen a bit more of a shake-up, with three new signings named in the forwards. Cameron Ciraldo starts in the back row alongside established Panthers Luke Lewis and Nathan Smith, while Chris Armit and Clint Newton will come off the bench. Tim Grant and Sam McKendry lead a front row rotation that will also include young powerhouse Dayne Weston and veteran Armit. Disappointingly, Cleary has left out boom youngster Blake Austin from the starting 17, opting to name him on an extended beach. If injuries prevail, however, we may see Austin brought into the side at the last minute. Whatever the case, both Cleary and Hasler will be looking to make an early statement at their respective new clubs. Make your way to Centrebet Stadium on Saturday night and help ensure it’s Ivan’s statement that’s heard loudest.

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For the Panthers, the acquisition of Cleary signals the beginning of a new era, and it all kicks off on Saturday night at Centrebet Stadium. Plucked from the Warriors by new general manager Phil Gould for his ability to

develop young talent, the cogs are already turning at the grassroots level as Cleary leads a new coaching team attempting to make the most of the huge junior nursery at Penrith’s disposal. With that said, the fruits of those efforts are still a way off, and the line-up for this round 1 clash retains the core of the squad that endured a tumultuous 2011 season. The backline has been the source of the most discussion in the pre-season, with Michael Gordon and Lachlan Coote’s battle for the fullback role making headlines. Coote has been given the role for the time being, but pressure will mount quickly if he fails to perform in the opening rounds of the season. Most fans would agree that Gordon is far more dangerous at fullback than on the wing, but his versatility has worked against him on this occasion. Don’t be surprised, however, if Gordon starts at centre, with injury clouds still hanging over the heads of both Michael Jennings and Brad Tighe. Travis Burns and Luke Walsh once again wear the six and seven. These two have been side by side for three seasons now – longer than any halves pairing in the league, except for the Dragons’ Jamie

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f you sit in the western stand at Centrebet Stadium and didn’t go to the Panthers/Eels trial a few weeks ago, you’re in for a few surprises this weekend. Probably the most obvious will be the new LED advertising sign that has been installed along the eastern sideline. It proved a little distracting in the trial but should be easy to get used to. Given the commercial nature of footy these days, it won’t be disappearing any time soon. You will also notice another change on game day this year. As I understand it, there is no Panthers News being handed out inside the ground. Talking of things disappearing, two sponsorship executives are on the lookout for new jobs after departing the club on Wednesday.

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Blake Austin looked brilliant against the Eels a couple of weeks ago and in some great news, he’s just re-signed with the club until the end of 2014. Austin played his junior football with Doonside and while he hasn’t been named in the starting 17 for Saturday’s clash with Canterbury, he’ll almost certainly figure in selection calculations during the season. Coach

You’re in for a few surprises Ivan Cleary said on Wednesday Austin has a huge future and the club has a lot of faith in him. “He’s trained at five-eighth, but it takes a while to get that sort of position at a confident NRL level. He’s the sort of guy that’s got that natural footballer instinct in him so he can play different positions,” Cleary said. Luke Lewis will be looking to cross the line a few times this year as skipper because a special milestone beckons. He’s just 13 tries away from reaching 100 first grade four-pointers. “As a player I always wanted to play for Penrith and I dreamed of playing first grade. Now I’ve got that opportunity, but to skipper the team with these guys is very exciting,” Lewis said. With so much emphasis on rugby league in western Sydney of late, Ivan Clearly says it would be “fantastic” to have both the Panthers and Bulldogs put on a good show and pull a great crowd this weekend. “I’d love to see a big crowd here and I’m sure both teams are looking forward to doing their part. Everyone is excited to see the start, so let’s get out and watch the game,” Clearly said on Wednesday.

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McIntyre system and to one where the top four teams play each other in week one. “It offers greater protection for the top four teams and the possibility of even closer matches.” Meanwhile, the NRL is again using its ‘Our House’ marketing campaign this year. Developed in partnership with awardwinning agency MJW Advertising, the ‘Our House’ campaign combines the energy of Bon Jovi’s Our House anthem with the real life skills that stamp the Telstra Premiership apart each week. For Jon Bon Jovi, the ‘This is Our House’ message celebrates the relationship between the game and its fans. “Sport, and our sports teams, bring us together as one in pursuit of a common goal – to be the best. ‘This Is Our House’ is a song for the believer in all of us,” he said. “I look forward to another great year of having our voice join with the voice of the believer, the fan.” Throughout 2012 giant images of Telstra Premiership heroes will tower across Sydney landmarks, from Sydney Airport to the M4 Motorway, welcoming fans to ‘Our House’. “The value of having a successful campaign develop into its second year is it allows us to add exciting new dimensions to the way we promote the game,” NRL Director, Marketing and Commercial, Paul Kind, said. “The ‘Our House’ campaign and the powerful sound of Bon Jovi captured the imagination last season.”

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he players are ready ready. The coaches are ready ready. The fans are ready ready. Now all we need are the referees to pull out their whistles and blow us into one the most exciting, electrifying and highly contested Toyota Cup seasons in history. The National Youth Competition

(Toyota Cup) is now in its fifth year and is increasingly becoming the most popular platform for rising stars to enter the NRL. Last year, the Penrith Panthers debuted three Toyota Cup players into its first grade squad – halves Blake Austin and Harry Seijka and big man Sarafu Fatiaki – all proving they have the goods to mix it amongst the big boys of the NRL. The 2011 Panthers Toyota Cup side went through a major rough patch in the first part of last season before finally getting

their playing combinations right. They ended up growing in confidence in the second half of the year, making a real tilt at the post-season. Unfortunately the talented youngsters missed the finals by the skin of their teeth but showed enough grit, determination and skill to hopefully do wonders in 2012 and scare a few sides along the way. Leading Penrith’s side this year is former Newcastle Knights Toyota Cup coach, Garth Brennan. He brings plenty of

coaching experience to the role, including taking his former side to the finals in 2011. Brennan said he’s fitting in very well at his new club. “I’m really enjoying it out here, it’s a breath of fresh air,” he said. “I’ve coached in Newcastle my whole career, so it’s good to be in a new environment looking after this exciting side.” The recent pre-season trials last month saw the Panthers draw with the Knights 24all and thrash the Parramatta Eels 30-12. “I thought our performance against the Knights was poor but we improved dramatically against the Eels,” Brennan said. “We still have a long way to go and I think it’s going to take a while for the players to get used to my style of play, it won’t happen straight away but I can see they are continuously improving.” This Saturday night the Penrith Panthers do battle with the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs at Centrebet Stadium in what’s set to be an exciting opening round clash. Brennan hopes his side can make Centrebet Stadium a place where rival sides fear to travel to. “I want this (Centrebet Stadium) to be a fortress, I want to make visiting the foot of the Mountains as difficult as possible for opposing teams,” he said. “Win or lose I want other teams to walk away from this place knowing they just had a tough battle.” Kick off for the Toyota Cup Panthers v Bulldogs derby is at 5.15pm this Saturday, March 3. There’s no TV coverage, so get down and support the boys.

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