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Opposition Leader Luke Foley is on the verge of declaring a ‘people power’ victory, with reports the Government will stick with the 1951 route for the Castlereagh Corridor. A proposed new route would have seen many locals lose their homes and businesses. Emily Newton reports on page 3.

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Homes set to be saved But Stuart Ayres says it’s “misleading” to suggest 1951 Corridor was ever axed EMILY NEWTON

n what would be an extraordinary win for people power, the Berejiklian Government appears set to backflip on its proposal to realign the Castlereagh Corridor.

On Tuesday, more than 30 local residents met with Opposition Leader Luke Foley, Shadow Roads Minister Jodi McKay and Member for Londonderry Prue Car to deliver another 4,500 submissions collected by the community against the proposed corridor.

Since the announcement of the proposed realignment of the 1951 Bells Line of Road – Castlereagh Connection corridor, the community has consistently pressured the Government to abandon their proposal.

“This is people power in action – thousands of residents mobilising against threats to their homes, their businesses and their farms,” Mr Foley said.

Ms Car said she is proud of her community for continuing to fight while facing the overwhelming anxiety that comes with being told your property may be acquired, despite building their homes and businesses away from the existing corridor.

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“This community won’t give up the fight until we have a guarantee signed, sealed and delivered to residents of western Sydney that the Castlereagh freeway will be reverted back to the 1951 corridor,” she said.

Reports this week suggested the Government would back the 1951 route in Cabinet yesterday (Thursday, June 7) before making a formal announcement next week.

But Member for Penrith and Minister for Western Sydney, Stuart Ayres, has played down any talk of a “backflip”.

“The 1951 Corridor is still in place and has not been replaced. To suggest otherwise is false and deliberately misleading,” he said.

He said the recent consultation period was about “listening to the views of local communities and making sure we get the long-term planning right”.

Impacted resident Patrick Serobian told the Weekender that so far all the community has heard is “lip service”.

“We’re hopeful that the Government will listen to us,” he said.

“All we’ve been hearing so far is words, but we really need it on paper to replace that piece of paper that delivered the devastating news to us on March 26.”

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Gold Medal in backflipping S earch ‘backflip’ on YouTube and you’ll find some pretty cool videos.

Some will make you say ‘wow’, others will make you turn away and some are just downright amazing.

But somewhere in the search results has to be the NSW State Government.

Another week, another Gold Medalwinning backflip.

It would appear that it will soon be formally announced that the plan to realign the Castlereagh Corridor will be dumped, with the 1951 route to be returned as the favoured option.

The Government will say this is not a backflip. They’ll say this was the result of community consultation doing its job.

It makes them feel, and perhaps look better, but truth is this is yet another example of the State Government starting to lose touch with the people.

It is a dangerous thing, especially with the election just around the corner.

The right decision was most likely reached in this case, but time and time again the State Government is proving it either hits the button on projects too early or doesn’t do its research. And when it does make a gutsy call, it doesn’t have the courage of its convictions.

The greyhound ban, the stadium saga, Council mergers, return and earn... the list goes on.

And let’s not forget the farcical performance from the Transport Minister last November in introducing a new train timetable against all sensible advice.

It ended up leaving him with egg on his face, as did the Ferry McFerryface saga.

Somehow he still has his job.

In the midst of all this, the State Government is actually doing a lot of good.

“When it does make a gutsy call, it doesn’t have the courage of its convictions”

In Penrith for example it is fixing the very neglected Nepean Hospital, and upgrading a host of major roads.

Across the State, Mike Baird’s legacy of infrastructure is seen purely by the number of cranes littering the sky.

But somehow, this Government is looking mighty shaky.

As soon as you lose the trust of the people, you’re in trouble. And with backflips galore, it is no surprise that the public is starting to question the strength of those sitting in Macquarie Street.

It’s starting to get to the point where until work physically starts on a project, you simply won’t be able to believe it.

Everything is prone to a backflip.

Personally I don’t think Luke Foley would make a great Premier. His one step forward, two steps back nature is a major concern. But the Government keeps leaving the door ajar for him. If they’re not careful he may walk through it.

And another thing...

With 641,000 metro viewers, the ‘Sunday Night’ interview with Barnaby Joyce and Vikki Campion didn’t really deliver bang for buck over at Channel Seven last weekend.

Australian TV viewers showed what many have suspected all along: They don’t really care all that much about this story. In fact, they’d rather watch a documentary on the ABC or the emotional back stories with a couple of songs in between on ‘The Voice’.

This has always been a story for the political devotees and the Canberra press gallery. Most people in the street that I’ve spoken to think Barnaby Joyce is a bit of a tool but deep down they have some level of empathy.

Everyone holds secrets in their lives; everyone has done things they’re not so proud of and many have had to live with the consequences. Many have had marriages break down; many have cheated or been cheated on. While Barnaby Joyce and Vikki Campion may have delivered juicy headlines, the truth is their story is not that much different from many in the street.

As far as the interview itself goes, it was a stinker. Journalism only has strength if it is both fair and fearless. The ‘Sunday Night’ interview repeatedly let Joyce off the hook in regards to the political issues and implications that this story revealed throughout its roller-coaster lifespan.

This was nothing short of a puff piece disguised as a ‘break their silence’ tellall, which is unfortunately becoming more common with the once strong and powerful sunday night news programs.

It’s sad, really.

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Time’s finally up for plastic bags LAUREN SUTTIE

ocals shopping at Woolworths, Coles and Big W will have to get used to the idea of remembering to bring their own bags as the stores go single-use plastic bag free.

While new laws don’t compel plastic bags to be banned in NSW, leading retailers are doing it anyway.

Woolworths and Coles stores will no longer offer single-use plastic bags to customers from June 20.

Local Woolworths Operations Manager, Imran Yousaf, said the move would help to create a greener future for Australia.

“At Woolworths we are committed to listening to our customers and also doing the right thing for the environment,” he said.

“We appreciate that it will be a big change for our customers and we’ll do what we can to support them through the transition to make it as smooth and simple as possible.”

Across Australia the ban of the bags in Woolworths stores will see the removal of 3.2 billion lightweight plastic bags from circulation each year.

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move would have a huge impact on the environment.

“Single-use plastic bags have become a huge problem for Australia’s oceans and waterways where they cause significant harm to marine life, such as turtles and whales,” he said.

“Experience in countries like the UK and Ireland shows that the introduction of small charges on plastic bags can end up reducing plastic bag usage by up to 85 per cent.”

Customers who don’t bring their own bags to Woolworths will instead have access to a range of alternative shopping bag options in store, with thicker reusable plastic bags starting at 15 cents.

By June 30, Woolworths will also offer flexible plastic recycling options in all supermarkets via the REDcycle program, where customers can return soft plastic packaging which will then be turned into recycled plastic products such as outdoor furniture.

Coles also announced they were drastically reducing the amount of plastic packaging used on their fresh produce.

South Australia, ACT, Northern Territory and Tasmania already have plastic bag bans in place, with Queensland, Western Australia and Victoria to follow.

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fter illegally dumping waste in Llandilo, Wallacia and East Kurrajong, Dib Hanna has been sentenced to three years imprisonment in a landmark environmental case.

The New South Wales Environment Protection Authority prosecuted Mr Hanna in late 2016 for the illegal transport and dumping of waste, including asbestos, on private properties in 2015 and 2016.

He was arrested in Victoria and extradited to NSW after he failed to appear in Court, marking the first time a person has been extradited in relation to environmental offences.

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“The sentencing of convicted repeat waste transporter Dib Hanna sends a strong message that illegal dumping of waste will not be tolerated,” Environment Minister, Gabrielle Upton said.

“It is the first time the Land and Environment Court has been asked to consider jailing a ‘repeat waste offender’ under tough new anti-dumping legislation introduced by the NSW Government in 2014. It is an appropriate sentence for Hanna, who took advantage of innocent people for his own financial benefit.”

She said illegal dumping is a serious offence and this sentence will serve as a warning for others.

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As NDIS rollout continues, new Commission will focus on safeguards and quality EMILY NEWTON

he Penrith CBD is the home of the new National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Quality and Safeguards Commission headquarters.

Officially opened this week during a visit from Minister for Social Services Dan Tehan and Senator Marise Payne, the Commission headquarters in Penrith will employ about 160 people, over 50 per cent of the expected national workforce for the Commission.

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commissioner, Graeme Head, said the Commission is a “critical element” of the NDIS. “For the first time in Australia we will have a national organisation focused on quality and safeguarding for NDIS participants,” he said.

“The establishment of the Commission really attends to the Commonwealth’s obligations under the national quality and safeguarding framework.

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Senator Payne added that seeing the headquarters based in Penrith highlights the importance of the city.

“To be able to see 160 professionals moving into the Penrith CBD as part of this extraordinarily important commission, but also as part of the recognition of this community and what we have to offer in terms of a work force, in terms of professional skills, is very important to us,” she said.

“We are absolutely committed to ensure that we support the Commission in any way that we can.”

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Plan to disrupt Lindsay Independent candidate set to ruffle some feathers at next Federal Election EMILY NEWTON

ith a Federal Election looming, the first new candidate to fight for the local seat is making his message known â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lindsay needs a change.

45-year-old local father of six, Mark Tyndall, is ready to run as an Independent to give options to locals that break away from the major parties. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a time now where people are looking for change, or at least another option,â&#x20AC;? he told the Weekender. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I get out and talk to different people and throw them the option of if you would pick one of the major parties over the other, the general consensus is â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;if I had a choice I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pick eitherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.â&#x20AC;?

Mr Tyndall believes a disconnect exists between politicians and their community that he feels he can resolve. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When you align yourself with the major parties you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have that freedom of expression,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As an independent you have the flexibility to drive the voice of the community as opposed to the voice of the party.â&#x20AC;?

He believes itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been â&#x20AC;&#x153;a whileâ&#x20AC;? since there has been a Member for Lindsay that has fully connected with the community.

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community consultation, Mr Tyndall said health and education are two key issues the Federal Government needs to address.

With nurse-to-patient ratios he says are â&#x20AC;&#x153;unacceptableâ&#x20AC;? across the state, he feels that the redevelopment of Nepean Hospital is in some ways reactive opposed to based on methodical planning involving key community members and groups. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I drive past the hospital, all I see is administration buildings. We need more beds in hospitals, we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need more desks and chairs for admin,â&#x20AC;? he said.

Additionally, he sees the NDIS roll-out as having â&#x20AC;&#x153;failed miserablyâ&#x20AC;? and labelled the NBN as an â&#x20AC;&#x153;epic failâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nearly as silly as looking back 15 years ago when we used to have dial-up,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While the speed might be a little better, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think the service is any better.â&#x20AC;?

While a supporter of critical infrastructure, he says the billions of dollars spent on the NBN, delivering a substandard service, could have been better utilised by injecting the money into education and health facilities.

Mr Tyndall has a background in security, where he has worked both privately and publicly including working for himself and is currently completing a Bachelor of Criminology.

Mark Tyndall will contest the next Federal Election. Photo: Melinda Jane

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ydney’s magnificent State Theatre will be transported by the atmosphere and excitement of Parisian-themed revue ‘Cabaret De Paris’ when a parade of exquisitely bejewelled international entertainers reveal all (well, nearly all) with two shows only on Saturday, June 30.

‘Cabaret De Paris’ is a stage spectacular celebrating old-fashioned showgirl glamour mixed with the skill of adagio dancers, aerial artists, pole dancers, comedy circus performers, quick change artists and of course the iconic and much-loved ‘Can Can’.

Audiences will fall under the charm of former Moulin Rouge star, Marissa Burgess, the legendary showgirl and toast of Paris who has starred in three multi-million-dollar revues earning the title of longest serving star in Moulin Rouge’s 120-year history.

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Congratulations to the all-girl team from St Marys Rugby League Club who have returned from this year’s NSW Variety Bash. The Bash itself raised a record $1,000,000 this year.

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11 debutants ran out for the New South Wales Blues in Origin I at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday night, including Penrith Panthers trio Nathan Cleary, Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Tyrone Peachey. How good was it to see so much Penrith flavour in the team?

James Maloney was there too, while Panthers legend Brad Fittler was in the coach’s box and Greg Alexander was his trusted advisor. Plenty of Panther pride.

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rom singers to dancers and even contortionists, Penrith Council is ready to bring some colour and energy to the area by embracing street performers.

Council has adopted a Draft Street Performers Policy in a bid to activate both St Marys and Penrith city centres.

It aims to encourage street performing that will contribute to the vibrancy, liveliness and ambiance of the Penrith LGA while providing local opportunities for performers.

Rebecca Liu-Brennan, Principal of PAWS Studios in South Penrith, believes the move will provide more support for local talent in a fun environment.

“I really feel like we don’t do enough for our local talent in this area,” she said.

“We often get people come in and perform, but there are so many performance studios here like us that will benefit from this, even the cheerleading school will benefit.”

While PAWS is known as a leading dance and circus school in western Sydney, Ms Liu-Brennan said having less stressful opportunities outside of competitions

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to allow kids and adults to perform will benefit the whole community by spreading joy.

“That’s so much more important I feel,” she said.

“It’s about entertaining the community.

We tell our students, if you have the power to make people feel a certain way when you’re performing then that’s the gift you’ve given the audience.”

Councillors adopted the plan at Monday night’s Policy Review Committee meeting with excitement for what the policy can bring to the area, while ensuring the public interest is protected and that performances will take place in safe and appropriate environments.

“I think it’s great that we actually have a policy that can direct people where to go,” Cr Kath Presdee said.

Five locations in Penrith and four in St Marys have been identified as sites for street performances and anyone wishing to perform within the Penrith LGA must hold a valid permit from Council.

The policy will be introduced in the coming weeks and Council is currently interested to hear from anyone wanting to start street performing.

For more information, call Dimity Mullane on 4732 7952 or 0429 905 046.

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Trial takes pink slips mobile EMILY NEWTON

aking vehicle safety inspections more convenient than ever, a six-month trial for mobile pink slips has one participating local business ready to bring their service directly to you.

Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) is facilitating a six-month trial in selected areas to enable mobile safety inspections.

The mobile trial applies to cars, motorcycles, trailers and caravans where the examiner will send the inspection result to RMS electronically.

“A customer will make direct contact with a participating proprietor or examiner, agree to a call out/travel fee and identify a suitable area and time for the inspection,” RMS Executive Director Compliance and Regulatory Service Melina Bailey said.

The fee for the pink slip itself will remain the same.

“Under rules for the trial the authorised examiner must discuss the call out or travel fee with the customer before carrying out the inspection to ensure there are no surprises,” Ms Bailey said.

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The trial will look at ensuring customers are receiving the same high standard of safety inspection as they would if they’d taken their vehicle to an authorised inspection station.

“The trial will also identify any concerns for examiners including being able to carry out the inspection in a safe space and access to authorised roads for brake testing – a key component of the safety inspection,” General Manager Operations, David Rodger said.

“Customers can also have confidence their examiner has the appropriate credentials and a current Motor Vehicle Tradesperson Certificate.”

Director of DMS Autocare in St Marys, Andrew Gaal, said his team is excited to take part in the trial.

“It’s a pleasure and we feel honoured to be offered the ability to participate in the trial from the RMS,” he said.

“We will continue doing what we have been doing over the past 27 years with quality vehicle inspections.”

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Jail warning for woman caught flouting driving ban

A woman busted driving disqualified twice in four days has been blasted for deliberately flouting the law.

Siobhan Weber was told she would have been “fully aware” of her ban given she was in court when the order was made less than a week prior to her next driving while disqualified offence.

“Address me on why I shouldn’t send you to jail given your antecedence,” Magistrate Geoff Hiatt demanded when she appeared before Penrith Local Court last Thursday.

The court heard that despite attending court on April 3, Weber was caught behind the wheel on April 9 and again on April 13.

However, she contended she didn’t listen to the magistrate.

“Well perhaps you should have!” Magistrate Hiatt fumed.

Magistrate Hiatt claimed the St Marys resident would have been “absolutely aware” of her disqualification on both occasions, but especially after police stopped her on April 9.

He told her these were not trivial matters.

“Ultimately you’re only going to end up in one location – custody,” he said bluntly.

“You need to get your act together.”

She was convicted, fined $900, banned from driving for 12 months and ordered to enter an 18-month Section 9 bond.

Man’s speeding put himself and others at risk, magistrate says

A drink driver clocked doing 132km/h in an 80km/h zone at Londonderry has been stripped of his licence and slapped with hefty fines.

Luke O’Hare appeared before Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with low-range drink driving, driving with an expired licence and exceeding the speed limit by more than 45km/h.

His lawyer submitted his client did not believe he was ever over the alcohol limit,

but conceded the court “sees that all the time”.

“He realises alcohol gives people a false sense of security and he accepts that,” he tempered.

Magistrate Geoff Hiatt said driving 52km/h over the speed limit along The Driftway, which was known for accidents, was highly dangerous.

“You were a significant risk, not only to yourself, but other members of the public,” he reprimanded.

Magistrate Hiatt acknowledged it was O’Hare’s first time before court and he was otherwise a man of good character, but said that was often the case with drink driving matters.

He was convicted, barred from driving for six months and ordered to pay $2,350 in fines.

Serial graffiti offender lucky to not be behind bars

A local graffiti fiend who defaced dozens of areas up and down the Blue Mountains has been ordered to pay thousands in compensation.

Cooper Bamford, 20, must fork out $13,440 to the Blaxland Community Graffiti Cleaning Crew and undertake 150 hours of community service work after he was found responsible for more than 45 acts of graffiti between April and October last year.

Only a small number of suburbs were immune, with the Lawson resident targeting train stations, train carriages, private property and businesses spanning from Lapstone to Mount Victoria.

Bamford was sentenced at Penrith Local Court on May 31 after pleading guilty to all 29 charges.

Magistrate John McIntosh said it was only for the fact he admitted culpability that he wasn’t being thrown in jail.

“The community is fed up to the teeth with graffiti offences,” he said, after confirming the 20-year-old would foot the entire clean-up bill.

The apprentice plumber was implicated

after police searched his car and found more than 90 spray cans.

Photos on his phone also revealed Bamford and his juvenile accomplice posing in front of their work, leading police to more locations of damage.

According to agreed facts, Bamford would normally paint a very large muralstyle tag covering several square metres of wall space, often endangering himself and inconveniencing train commuters in the process.

“The accused entered the train corridor on multiple occasions to conduct the graffiti, placing his own life at risk as well as police and volunteer graffiti cleaners that go in to look for the accused and clean up the damage,” court facts read.

“The trains are forced to ‘go slow’ when a person is known to be in the rail corridor. The accused, by his own actions, has affected many commuters on multiple days.”

The law finally caught up with Bamford in October last year when he was busted speeding in Blaxland.

A vehicle search uncovered the spray cans in the boot, along with an exercise book full of tags, a high-vis vest, hat with camera attachment and torch, and a black texta.

Good record plays part in woman’s release from custody

Natasha Dorothy Taylor has been released from custody after assaulting family members, including threatening to stab two with a 30cm knife.

Taylor appeared before Penrith Local Court via video link last Thursday where she was sentenced for three counts of ‘common assault’, two counts of ‘armed with intent to commit an indictable offence’, and one count each of ‘assault police’ and ‘breach AVO’.

Magistrate Georgia Knight said it was clear Taylor had been misusing prescription medicine at the time of the offences, which followed the death of her father and grandparent in quick succession late

last year. Magistrate Knight took into account it was the offender’s first time in custody and the 50 days she had already served when deciding her punishment.

She was handed a number of suspended sentences with conditions that she accept Community Corrections supervision and treatment.

Man jailed over suspected drug manufacturing plan

A 57-year-old man suspected of planning to manufacture illicit drugs has been jailed for five months.

Henry Peter Buzowski will remain behind bars until later this year after he was found with a B19 condenser and ephedrine.

He faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with possessing a drug manufacturing apparatus and possessing a pre-curser to the manufacture of illicit drugs.

Magistrate Geoff Hiatt refused Buzowski’s lawyer’s request to consider a non-custodial sentence.

He is eligible for release on October 30.

Last warning for man caught in possession of drugs

Jakob Comer has been read the riot act after he was found in possession of drugs.

Comer appeared before Penrith Local Court last Thursday and pleaded guilty to the charge.

The court heard the fresh offence put him in breach of a 12-month good behaviour bond handed down in July last year, which he received for driving with an illicit drug in his system.

“The court gave you an opportunity to demonstrate that you could stay out of trouble and lead a law-abiding lifestyle,” Magistrate Geoff Hiatt said.

“Come back again and I can assure you, you won’t leave by the front door,” he added.

He was convicted, fined $400 and ordered to enter a Section 9 bond for 12 months.

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St Marys: Second fraudster still on the run from police

One man has been arrested and police are hot on the trail of another after the pair were caught using stolen bank cards on CCTV footage last week.

During the morning of Thursday, May 31 it was noticed that a number of items had been stolen from a motor vehicle, including a wallet and bank cards.

The theft was reported to police and Nepean’s Proactive Crime Team began investigating the incident.

The stolen cards were identified as being used at seven service station locations.

Police collected CCTV footage from the locations that enabled them to identify the thieves.

Using this information they arrested one male earlier this week, a 19-year-old with no fixed place of address, at Saddington Street in St Marys.

He was bail refused and charged with warrant matters, three counts of ‘Stealing’ and six counts of ‘Fraud’.

Local police say they are “actively looking” for the second male involved in the incident.

St Marys: Businesses stung by fake money

Police are warning local shop owners to be on high alert after a number of fake $100 notes have been found circulating the local area over the past week.

Multiple restaurants and small cash businesses on Queen Street at St Marys have been hit with dodgy counterfeit currency.

The $100 notes used at numerous places were under serial number AG96210576.

Another fake $100 note was found at a St Marys bank under serial number BU96800124.

On Sunday, June 3 a counterfeit $50 note was also used at a licensed premises on Mulgoa Road with the serial number CM97721355.

For information on how to spot a

counterfeit note, visit banknotes.rba.gov. au/counterfeit-detection/counterfeitdetection-guide.

You are well within your rights to refuse to accept a banknote if you have concerns about it, believing it may be counterfeit.

If you think you have been stung by counterfeit notes in circulation, handle the note as little as possible and store it safely in an envelope, note down any relevant information about how it came to be in your possession and contact police.

Werrington: Out-of-towner busted drink driving

An erratic evening driver was pulled over by police and was found to be driving with a high range PCA. At 9.10pm on Thursday, May 31 police noticed a man driving on the Great Western Highway at Werrington in an erratic manner.

Police stopped the driver and submitted him to a roadside breath test which returned a positive result.

He was then taken back to a police station where he underwent a breath analysis. This returned a high range reading.

The 34-year-old man from Long Jetty will face Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, June 19 for drink driving offences.

St Clair: Teenager busted with drugs during police search

Quick work from police and the courts saw a man arrested on one day and sentenced the next on drug supply charges.

On Sunday, June 3, an 18-year-old man from St Clair was walking along Blackwell Avenue in St Clair.

Police had cause to speak to the teenager, who was then later searched. An amount of drug capsules was found on his person, alleged by police to be MDMA. He was subsequently arrested and interviewed to be charged with ‘Supply prohibited drug’ with bail refused due to other matters.

The next day he appeared before court and was sentenced to a bond.

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Moving with the times Over the next 12 months, the way that conveyancing transactions have been completed for decades is due to change dramatically.

New South Wales will be moving to electronic conveyancing in July 2019 with some transactions compulsorily switching to the online platform as early as July this year.

There is no need for concern, however, and the changes are unlikely to affect everyday people.

A seller will still go to their lawyer to prepare a Contract of Sale and liaise with a real estate agent to find a buyer.

A buyer will still meet with their solicitor to go through a Contract and perform all of the usual enquiries.

The electronic component of a conveyancing transaction, at least at this stage, will relate mainly to preparing the file for settlement.

Settlement refers to the process of coordinating a buyer and their incoming bank, if they are borrowing money to fund the purchase, with the seller and their outgoing bank, if they are paying out a mortgage, to exchange money (usually in the form of cheques), pay out existing mortgages and provide the new mortgagee with title documents to be taken as security for the loan advanced to the purchaser. Settlement is also critical to transferring legal ownership from

the seller to the buyer. For decades this has been done at a physical meeting, usually in the Sydney CBD, whereby representatives from each of the parties and their banks get together and swap documents including cheques, transfers and title documents.

With the onset of electronic conveyancing however, physical cheques are set to be phased out altogether with payment of settlement monies occurring instantaneously over the Internet.

In addition, where in the past the new owner of a property or the mortgagee holding the title documents as security would physically attend Land Registry Services to register the transfer in ownership, this process will also be undertaken electronically.

The days of proudly holding your title deed in your hand once you pay off your mortgage appear to be numbered as well, with physical title deeds to be phased out over time in favour of electronic Certificates of Title.

These changes are aimed at increasing efficiency by removing the need for multiple people to physically attend settlements, improving security around the payment of settlement monies and streamlining the way Land Registry Services and other large stakeholders like banks store information about property ownership.

Man flown to hospital after accident A man was airlifted to hospital on Wednesday after his arm became caught between a truck and a forklift at Londonderry.

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Safety warning as winter chill sets in Consumers are being urged to snuggle safely in their winter woolies and carefully check their heating appliances as temperatures drop.

The cold weather has well and truly arrived with plenty of rain this week and temperatures struggling to get over 20 degrees in Penrith.

NSW Minister for Better Regulation Matt Kean said faulty electrical and gas heating

appliances can lead to horrific injuries, and even fatalities.

“I’m urging all families to be careful with their heating appliances, and to check them before turning them on,” he said.

“If you’re pulling a heater out of storage, make sure the unit is free from dust, and the electrical cord isn’t frayed or damaged.

“Most importantly, always supervise children around heaters, and never leave a

heating appliance on when you go to sleep, or leave the house.”

NSW Fair Trading inspectors regularly check electrical and gas products to ensure they are safe and compliant at the time of sale.

Mr Kean said Fair Trading has also ramped up its inspections of online sales to try and reduce the number of dodgy products sold over the Internet.

The NSW Government’s half-yearly report on violent venues across NSW has seen Penrith Panthers Leagues Club named following 12 violent incidents recorded.

The list reflects the number of violent incidents recorded at a club or pub over a 12-month period, with venues with 12 or more incidents listed.

They will all be subject to strict conditions and increased monitoring by Liquor and Gaming NSW. As a Level 2 venue, Penrith Leagues Club is subject to three additional special conditions including the cessation of alcohol services 30 minutes prior to close, no glass containers to be used after midnight and 10 minute alcohol sales time out every hour after midnight or active distribution of water and/or food.

The club had been removed from the violent venues list one year ago.

Despite finding itself on the violent venues list again, 12 incidents remains a significant drop for Panthers, previously coming second in the state with 65 assaults then when the list began in 2008.

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Sydney Trains has a peak punctuality target of 92 per cent for the Western Line but the network continues to buckle under the strain of the new timetable.

In December, peak punctuality was at 87.5 per cent while it dropped to 86.1 per cent in January and 83.4 per cent in February.

The afternoon peak appears to be struggling the most. Last Thursday (May 31), just 49.1 per cent of trains ran on time in the PM peak period across the network.

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Calls for better nurse-to-patient ratios as Nepean Hospital nurses speak out LAUREN SUTTIE

urses across NSW are calling for better nurse-to-patient ratios in order to raise the quality of care of patients as well as the wellbeing of nurses themselves.

Officially launching their campaign last week, NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA) is urging the Government to make nurse-to-patient ratios law.

Branch Secretary from the NSWNMA Nepean Hospital branch, Debbie Renshaw, said the current workload nurses were experiencing at Nepean needed to change.

“Nurses are getting exhausted, they are getting burnt out,” she said.

“You are just chasing your tail from the beginning to the end of the shift and you’re just trying to put out spot fires the whole shift.”

Working at Nepean Hospital for almost 20 years, Ms Renshaw said that it hadn’t always been this way.

“At the start of my career you had so much more time and when you came home from work each day you actually felt like you did a nice job,” she said.

“Now you could have seven high risk patients and it only takes one patient to become unwell and you won’t get your

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Debbie Renshaw at Nepean Hospital. Photo: Melinda Jane meal break, you’ll get off late because you don’t want to leave those patients stranded.

“When you come home from work, you’re glad your patients are still alive because you think of so many things you should have done.”

In 2011, the NSWNMA won some mandated nurse-to-patient ratios, but since then the NSW Government has not delivered a second phase of ratios

to extend them to rural and regional hospitals or into specialty areas, such as emergency departments, critical care units or paediatrics.

But a Nepean Hospital spokesperson said that safe and effective staffing in nursing and midwifery involved more than just numbers of staff.

“It is about making sure we have the right number of staff in the right place at the right time and adjusting staffing to

meet activity and patient complexity,” the spokesperson said.

“Nepean Hospital uses this method as it allows flexibility to allocate nursing hours in a way that matches the busiest times and patient needs.”

And while Ms Renshaw said she was often deployed to other wards, it didn’t necessarily mean for a better shift.

“I was deployed to a different ward and we had 17 patients between three staff, with eight needing hourly observations,” she said.

“But it wasn’t just myself from a different ward, one nurse hadn’t worked with adults for 30 years and the other was a junior nurse, it was a terrible shift.”

With Victoria and Queensland already making nurse-to-patient ratios law, General Secretary of the NSWNMA, Brett Holmes, said the link between nurse staffing levels and improved patient outcomes could no longer be ignored.

“Research has shown that every additional patient per nurse can increase the likelihood of an inpatient dying by seven per cent,” he said.

“Nurses are some of our most valued workers who do the best they can in impossible circumstances, so why won’t this government stand by them and their patients by introducing improved ratios?”

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Digital delight for Business Centre New funding to help businesses adapt to digital landscape EMILY NEWTON

n innovative Penrith business centre has received a multimillion dollar contract to deliver digital solutions to small businesses across NSW and ACT. Penrith City and District Business Advisory Centre Limited, also known as Western Sydney Business Centre, will see $6.09 million over three years from the Government to service small business needs as part of the Australian Small Business Advisory Services.

Minister for Small and Family Business, the Workplace and Deregulation, Craig Laundy, said businesses would have access to high-quality advice for a minimal fee to help them keep up with technological change.

“The Australian Government is investing in small businesses to help them create jobs, harness opportunities and grow in the digital economy, with a major focus on regional areas,” he said.

“Research shows small businesses that are digitally engaged are more likely to grow their revenue and up to eight times more likely to create new jobs.

“Our Small Business Digital Taskforce found only one in five small businesses has a digital business strategy.

“That is why we are giving them the skills and confidence they need to embrace digital opportunities.”

Chair of Business Enterprise Centre Australia and Executive Officer of Western Sydney Business Centre, John Todd, said the over $6 million contract will

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“Our centre is excited to receive this funding, one of three contracts awarded in the whole of Australia,” he said.

“The funds will help not only our target area but also the whole of NSW and ACT to deliver digital capabilities to our small businesses.

“Under this new contract, our centre will be employing three specialist digital advisers and deliver many training workshops in the core areas of the contract.”

With six BEC partners to help service

the contract – Southern Region, Murray Hume, Central West, Southern Sydney, Bayside and Hunter Region – the funding will improve digital capabilities for small business.

It will focus on the four main streams of websites and selling online, social media and digital marketing, using software, and online security and data privacy.

The services, commencing July 1, will be delivered in ways to suit each business from one-on-one support, remotely online or by phone as well as interactive webinars and workshops.

Tributes pour in for Freda Vale Freda Whitlam: Sad passing of inspirational woman EMILY NEWTON

n education advocate, a leader in her church and a trailblazer for women, Freda Whitlam has died at the age of 97.

Known by many as the sister of former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam, Ms Whitlam was an inspirational woman in her own right.

Born on September 11, 1920, and named after her father Fred, she was the first Australian woman to attend Yale University and served as the headmistress of Presbyterian Ladies College in Croydon for many years with passion until she was famously forced to resign in 1976.

Ms Whitlam then went to live in a small townhouse in Penrith, where she served the local area and all of NSW through countless community projects.

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Continuing her passion for education, she helped establish the University of Western Sydney and was essential in bringing the University of the Third Age to Penrith and the Blue Mountains.

Ms Whitlam was made a Member of the Order of Australia and had a Western Sydney University building named in her honour.

In 2009 she was celebrated by Penrith City Council, naming her an Honoured Citizen.

“Freda was an inspirational woman who had a lifelong commitment to education,” Cr Karen McKeown said.

A Memorial Service celebrating the life of Ms Whitlam will be held at Penrith Uniting Church on June 15 at 11am.

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Take a swing for cancer fight at charity golf day this month LAUREN SUTTIE

win Creeks Golf and Country Club is teeing up for its annual Cancer Council charity golf day, to be held later this month.

The event, which is in its fourth year, will see golfers of all abilities come together for a good cause.

Originally started by Tanti Financial Services, the event has always proven a great day out.

“We get a real mix of players,” said Angie Harris, spokeswoman for Tanti Financial Services.

“Some are quite competitive, and others are here simply to raise money for a great cause.”

Hoping to raise over $15,000 for the Cancer Council, the four-person ambrose event has already attracted 17 teams.

But it won’t just be the Cancer Council walking away winners, as players could also scoop a $20,000 windfall if they manage to sink a hole-in-one.

“There’s plenty of great prizes up for grabs,” Ms Harris said.

“We’ve got putting, nearest the pin and longest drive competitions, and a few novelty activities as well.”

Kicking off with breakfast from 7.30am on Friday, June 22, the games will then begin with a shot-gun start at 8.30am.

“There’s a barbecue at the halfway point and we finish off with a lunch and

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ogs of all shapes and sizes will be taking over Orchard Hills next weekend as dog ownership goes up a fun notch.

The annual Dogs on Show event, run

by Dogs NSW, will be held next Saturday, June 16, giving dog lovers the opportunity to be a part of sports and activities with their canine friends.

Dogs NSW President, Lynette Brown, said there was something for everyone.

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Featuring a Championship Dog Show, colourful Pageant of Breeds and demonstrations, the free event will be opened by Dogs NSW Patron, General David Hurley AC and his wife Mrs Hurley.

For more information on the popular event, call 9834 3022 or visit www. dogsnsw.org.au.

James Hammond, Tony Micallef, Adam Tanti and Greg Carroll at last year’s charity golf day some more fundraising activities,” Ms Harris said.

With over 130,000 new cases of cancer estimated to be diagnosed in Australia each year, Tanti Financial Services owner, Tony Tanti, started the charity day to help those living with cancer and has been involved with Cancer Council’s pro bono program since its inception.

“He wanted to do something more to help people with cancer by raising some money and this is his way of doing that,” Ms Harris said.

“The event’s been building each year and last year we raised $15,000. This year we’re hoping to top that.”

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Surprise resignation I was surprised to hear of the resignation of Warwick Wynn, the CEO of Manningham City Council, after serving just over two years of a three year contract. He is returning to NSW to take up a position at Penrith City Council. As one of the councillors on his selection panel I liked the fact that Warwick said he wanted to make a long-term move to Manningham because I felt the city and staff needed consistency at the top. This is also disappointing for ratepayers who have born the high cost of his recruitment and relocation expenses and will have to bear these costs again. It is also unfortunate for the hard working staff at Manningham who will have to adjust to yet another person at the helm.

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Fighting for our kids I write from a new not-for-profit campaign which is urging parents in your

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Shocking figures show one in seven primary school children now has a diagnosable mental health disorder. This rises to one in four by the time they get to high school. A range of celebrities is behind our campaign including Olympic gold medallist Duncan Armstrong, Icehouse star Iva Davies, leading Australian female author Di Morrissey, Beaconsfield mining hero Brant Webb and actor Rob Carlton.

We are warning that there is no doubt that social media is causing some difficulties for some children and so many children use Facebook, Snapchat and Instagram.

It’s never a good idea for children to compare themselves to others – and that’s one of the messages of our campaign.

We are also highlighting there has been a rise in mental health problems in young people and suicide is the biggest killer of young people. So much more has to be done. Our simple message is help your children with self-esteem at every opportunity. Teach them to show compassion to themselves. Teach your children to have a relationship with failure… because we can’t succeed at everything. Teach them to show compassion to themselves and to be courageous. Our campaign is called “I Am Enough” and the message is for people to accept themselves and realise they are enough as they are.

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On the AirFM: Local drive show celebrates first birthday

Penrith gets involved in World Environment Day LAUREN SUTTIE

enrith Council will be putting the power in the hands of locals to make a conscious change to their lifestyles as part of this year’s World Environment Day. Holding a free event on Saturday, June 16, locals will be able to come along and participate in a range of activities and learn about the things that make our local environment unique.

Andrew Hewson, from the Sustainability Department at Penrith Council, said it would be a great day out for everyone, no matter their level of knowledge, to get to know more about the environment around them.

“In Penrith, we are really lucky as we have some good quality and important natural areas in terms of biodiversity and the role our natural environment has in our local area,” he said.

“For us it’s an opportunity to celebrate that with our local community and to get people interested and learning about it up close and personal with experts in the fields from a variety of different organisations.”

As part of the day, Council will be holding workshops to help educate locals on the environment and sustainability within their own home.

Workshops on offer include Water Wise Household Hacks, Creating a Native

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Local radio star Darren McErlain is all smiles ahead of his show’s first birthday NATHAN TAYLOR

here is a big celebration happening on Penrith radio with AirFM Drive celebrating its first birthday today.

Host Darren McErlain has presented the show on 88.0 FM and TuneIn every single day since June 8 2017, including weekends and public holidays.

Mr McErlain, who also works locally as a primary school teacher, said the daily radio program has built a strong following.

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AirFM has been around since 2016 playing ‘80s music but recently they added ‘90s music to the mix to broadcast a larger variety of songs.

AirFM Drive also places a strong emphasis on local events and community announcements, and this has contributed to the interest in the show.

The first birthday edition of AirFM Drive broadcasts at the special time of 3-7pm today, June 8, on 88.0 FM in Penrith.

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“We tried to get a mix of workshops that we thought would be interesting to people but also around key areas that we thought could be beneficial to local residents in terms of improving the sustainability of their homes as well,” Mr Hewson said.

The event will run from 12pm to 3pm at The Hub, located at 2-6 Cullen Avenue, Jordan Springs.

To book a workshop, visit www. penrithcity.nsw.gov.au.

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New Child Care Package From July 2, 2018, the Federal Government’s new child care package will take effect.

There is a lot in this package that will be great for children and families, and a lot of working families will be able to access more care.

However, I am concerned that some parts of the new package will result in the most vulnerable and disadvantaged children being further disadvantaged and cut-off from the education they need.

The research shows that high quality early childhood education is essential for children’s intellectual, emotional and even physical development. And it also shows that the children who benefit most from these programs are those from disadvantaged and vulnerable families.

All children are entitled to quality early childhood education to set them up for life-long learning and success, regardless of their parents’ circumstances.

And I am deeply disappointed and disheartened that the most vulnerable Australian children will ultimately lose out in this package.

Penrith Council believes that the needs of children must always be the first priority in any child care package, and unfortunately this package puts the needs of productivity and the employment market before the needs of children.

For those families who do qualify for subsidised care under the new package, there is some fine print that I think needs to be highlighted. The hourly cap is being changed and care must fall under the hourly rate cap or it won’t be fully subsided.

If your centre charges more than the hourly rate cap, you won’t receive the full subsidy for the cost of care and you will have to pay the difference.

There are a lot of providers whose rates exceed the cap, so I encourage all parents and carers to review their rates now.

You can find out more about the new child care package, how it affects your family, and how you’ll be better off at a Council centre at: penrithcity.nsw.gov. au/childcare.

Have a great week and I’ll see you in next week’s paper.

CR JOHN THAIN

Mayor of Penrith

Rabbit Hopping grows in popularity as bunnies steal the spotlight LAUREN SUTTIE

t has been compared to horse equestrian, only the stars of the event are much smaller.

Featuring all kinds of rabbits, Rabbit Hopping is an event that has been around for more than 30 years.

Burrowing its way over to Australia in 2013, the Rabbit Hopping Society of Australia has since been hosting competitions where bunnies battle it out for the top titles.

Penrith local Natasha McGarry has been involved in Rabbit Hopping for the past five years, training and entering her pets in the different courses.

“I was at a pet show and they had this course called Rabbit Hopping and you had to get your rabbit to jump one jump and I thought ‘yeah I’ll try it’,” she said.

“I put my old rabbit through and she won, so I went and brought some small jumps and then someone said they were running it as a competition and I just kind of got hooked.”

With the society holding a competition at least once a month, the rabbits work their way through a variety of straight and crooked courses, with up to 14 jumps per course.

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However, the event isn’t every rabbit’s bowl of carrots.

“It just really depends on the rabbit and if they are willing to jump because not all rabbits are going to jump, it’s more of the crazy outgoing personalities that will most likely do it,” Ms McGarry said.

Cutie Pie, a Netherland Dwarf, is Ms McGarry’s current entrant, who has proved to be quite the jumper, taking out first place in the easy crooked course and high jump at their recent show in Corrimal.

But Ms McGarry said that it was all in the name of fun with serious competition taking a back seat.

“We have a good competition amongst each other but it’s always just good fun in the end,” she said.

“You get to meet new people and our bunnies get to be active and run around.”

With 10 active members in the Rabbit Hopping Society of Australia, Ms McGarry said they were hoping to get more people involved.

“We are a small club when you compare us to Denmark who has 200 members, but we are trying to expand,” she said.

“Come along to one of our shows and have a go on a course.”

For more information, visit www. rabbithoppingsocietyofaustralia.com.

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Unique fundraiser for netball club certainly won’t be a drag NATHAN TAYLOR

orpus Christi Netball Club will be holding a fundraising night with a difference next weekend at the Australian Arms Hotel in Penrith.

Instead of hosting a trivia night or something else mundane, the team at Corpus Christi will be putting on a night of Drag Bingo, to raise money to fund their end-of-year Presentation Night and buy equipment.

Dubbed their “biggest fundraiser of the year”, Corpus Christi will be holding their Drag Bingo fundraising event next Saturday, June 16 at 6.30pm.

Fundraising Convenor Fiona Knoke said there will be plenty of fun and games to be had at the popular High Street pub next weekend.

“At our Presentation Night last year we did Drag Queen Bingo and it was so much fun that we thought we’d do it again for our fundraiser this year,” she said.

“Drag Queen Bingo has become really popular in recent years and I have no doubt that the crowd will be entertained with plenty of fun and games.”

Corpus Christi Netball Club are currently celebrating their 25th anniversary this season, which will only add to the celebrations at the Arms next Saturday night.

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he top of the table Penrith Panthers (how good does that sound?) head to the nation’s capital on Friday night to take on a Canberra side that sits precariously placed in 10th spot on the NRL ladder.

With success in the season proper comes representative football and the big test for Penrith coach Anthony Griffin over the next couple of months is guiding his side through those uncertain waters.

With Nathan Cleary, James Maloney, Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Tyrone Peachey all playing for the Blues on Wednesday night, Penrith could feasibly be without four of their biggest stars for this game against the Raiders.

All four were named in Griffin’s team on Tuesday, but there’s obvious uncertainty surrounding Penrith’s starting side.

Ricky Stuart’s Raiders are much less disrupted with only Josh Papalii playing on Wednesday night off the bench.

For the Panthers, flying under the radar is now forgotten.

After that win over the Dragons a fortnight ago, the statement has been made.

This Penrith team is the real deal. Joint premiership favourites, and playing like winners.

The obvious challenge from here on is to maintain the rage. We’re only at the half way point of the competition, which means the Panthers have a long way to go as far as defending top spot on the ladder is concerned.

Finishing first would not necessarily be Griffin’s game plan from here but staying in the top four would be.

Every win Penrith can pick up during this Origin-disrupted period is a bonus.

As the Panthers have proven all year, with setback comes opportunity. Whether it’s injuries, suspension or representative call-ups, nothing seems to stop the squad’s desire. If replacements are needed, they will answer the call.

It’s a shame Peter Wallace remains out for this match as the captain’s experience would have been handy to have given the current circumstances.

The Raiders have been hot and cold this year but are on a high after their last minute win over Manly a fortnight ago and have the top eight in their sights. They may leak plenty of points at times but they’ve also got so much attacking ability across the backline. The five J’s – Jack Wighton, Jarrod Croker, Joseph Leilua and Jordan Rapana – are extremely dangerous while Nick Cotric can consider himself

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unlucky to have not made the top 17 for the Blues.

While I’m expecting a reasonably high scoring encounter here, I’m also predicting the forwards will lay the platform for the eventual winner. Penrith’s pack has been dominating sides over the last couple of months, with great line speed and aggression in defence, and ferocious positivity in attack.

Panthers fans have every right to be on a high at the moment but this next fortnight may shake the confidence a little. On the road to the Raiders and then the Roosters, there is no guarantee Penrith will be in first place by the time they return home to play the Sea Eagles at the end of the month.

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PANTHER RUMBLINGS

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CLEARY’S BIG DECISION » Nathan Cleary will make a decision

on his future in November, once what has become a very busy season for the 20-year-old is done and dusted. Cleary is not only set to lead Penrith’s charge towards September but now has his hands full with the playmaking duties for NSW during the Origin series. The last thing he needs is contract negotiations on his mind, especially given he already has a deal for 2019. The Panthers remain very confident of re-signing Cleary but the interest from elsewhere is obviously very high.

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Limited’s current interest in his love life?

Amateur and silly reporting from The Daily Telegraph – which included a suggestion that he could hook up with a team mate’s ex-fiance – teamed up with a tacky ‘Bachelor’-style concept on Fox League is just embarrassing. Cleary should distance himself from such garbage.

» Peter Wallace is hinting at retirement

but can’t quite bring himself to confirm it just yet, despite a bit of speculation around his future doing the rounds at the moment. As I revealed earlier this year, Wallace will definitely call it quits at the end of the season. He has no plans of playing on in England and will stay with Penrith, most likely in a coaching capacity in the lower grades. He is really struggling at the moment to get back onto the field due to a shoulder problem.

» Sam McKendry is determined to play

in the NRL again and is certainly going through the hard yards to make it happen. Rugby league’s unluckiest forward requires two surgeries on his dodgy knee – one to prepare the knee for another reconstruction and then the major surgery itself. The 28-year-old was spotted in the gym at the Panthers Academy on Monday, doing what he can to stay fit.

» Talking of surgery, recently re-signed

winger Josh Mansour has taken the opportunity to undergo minor ankle surgery while he’s recovering from the facial injury he suffered earlier this year. Mansour

got his ankle cleaned out and is on track for his return in less than eight weeks – just in time for the Finals.

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KIKAU READY FOR FINALS RUN NATHAN TAYLOR @natetaylor87

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fter a stellar first half of the year that saw him become a household name, powerhouse Panthers backrower Viliame Kikau is ready to rip and tear his way through the second half of the season.

While fellow teammates got away from Penrith during their five-day break last week, Kikau decided to cancel a planned trip to the Gold Coast to rest up at home after a gruelling, albeit successful, first 12 rounds of the year.

Speaking with Extra Time after training on Monday, the 23-year-old said the bye came at a good time as he was able to “relax the body”.

“It’s the first time I’ve played week in, week out, NRL footy and the body was getting sore,” Kikau admitted.

“I had a few little niggles like corks on my knees – nothing major, but it was good to get the five days off to rest them up and get some physio.

“It’s good to be back at training with the boys, all freshened up.”

After playing just nine first grade games in his debut season, Kikau hasn’t missed

a game in 2018 and is getting better and better as each week rolls around.

Beginning the year in Anthony Griffin’s starting side, the Fijian international made a move to the interchange bench in recent weeks – a switch he is surprisingly relishing.

“It’s not bothering me at all, I’m actually enjoying myself coming off the bench when everyone is tired,” Kikau said.

“I’d played a few 80-minute games in the first few rounds and then injury struck the team and we had to shuffle some things around.

“Hook said he wanted me to come off the bench and bring some energy to the team, and I was more than happy to do that.”

Late last month, during Penrith’s Round 12 win over St George-Illawarra, Kikau was at his devastating best – carrying three Dragons players on his back as he powered over to score his fourth try this season.

Following questions over his fitness and ability to go the distance last season, Kikau admitted he had learned a lot about himself in the past 12 months.

“I’m still learning, I’m still very raw,” he said.

“I’m still learning how to play week in, week out, and how to handle that pres-

Panthers forward Viliame Kikau has been hard to stop in 2018. Photo: Melinda Jane sure from everyone. I’m starting to take that into account this year and it’s helping me a lot with my footy.”

With Penrith aiming for four straight wins when they battle the Raiders in Canberra tonight, Kikau knows he’ll have to step up especially with four of his teammates expected to back up from Origin I.

“I’m not too sure if they’ll play or not, I’d probably be out for two weeks if it were me,” he laughed.

“It’s always tough going to the nation’s capital.

“We treat every game like it’s a semi final these days and we’re all looking forward to Friday’s game.”

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fter a pec injury that saw him miss the start of the 2018 season, Tyrone Phillips has left his mark on the league since returning.

“My body’s feeling really good. With the facilities that we have and all the staff putting me through the recovery phase, just getting the mind and body right is the focus,” Phillips told Extra Time.

The 24-year-old joined the Panthers this year on a one-year deal and has already racked up three tries in four games. One for the history books featured in Penrith’s Round 11 clash against the Wests Tigers, where Phillips acrobatically dove over defenders to land a four-pointer, helping seal the Panthers a win that night, despite his recent injury.

“In my rehab I was practicing the acrobatics, but it’s more a reaction. I just go for it,” he said.

Phillips told Extra Time it’s been really

exciting joining a new club with a new style of football.

“Playing with different players and the type of players they are is really different than before but it’s really enjoyable and I really like the style of football we’re playing at the moment,” he said.

With a string of players out injured, Phillips got the call-up to make his club debut in Round 9 after an impressive three try performance in Penrith’s ISP side the week prior.

While he has since been trying hard to cement his spot in first grade each week, there have been no contract talks to keep Phillips on the roster next season.

He said his main focus has been to get his mind and body right and just play good week in, week out, and let the football do the talking.

Recently visiting Penrith South Public School with teammate James Maloney, the pair were swamped by students who were ecstatic to see the duo.

While Maloney may have stolen the spotlight a little, Phillips said how much

Panthers winger Tyrone Phillips during a recent school visit. Photo: Melinda Jane he enjoyed getting out in the community.

“They love to see us and the logo, and it’s always great to be part of the Penrith community,” he said.

Phillips has been named on the wing in Penrith’s side to take on the Raiders tonight in Canberra. He’ll likely keep the spot at least until Josh Mansour returns.

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he State Of Origin period is here in all its gargantuan glory.

That means premiership bye rounds, absent players at club level, and a whole lot of moaning. “Origin kills the comp! What’s the use of attending?

Who wants to watch?”

I do. And judging by rock solid Fox League ratings last weekend, so do plenty of others!

Why wouldn’t you want to follow the storyline of shoe selling, teaching student Matt Ikuvalu, who finally realised his NRL dream at 24 years of age – not only recovering from a mistake to then force Mahe Fonua into touch, but also catch a fizzing torpedo bomb from the Tigers superbly.

And winning.

Before that there was North Queensland’s 21-year-old Mitchell Dunn giving us a glimpse into the Cowboys’ future with a strong NRL debut. He won too.

Speaking of winning, the Cowboys were missing more Origin reps than Manly but still went home with the points. Likewise the Roosters against the unaffected Tigers.

Then there was Souths, down four Origin stars, doing a job on Cronulla.

The quality, for the most part, was entertaining.

The Roosters v Wests Tigers game was one of the better ones this season.

How good were Souths, inspired by Tom Burgess.

He went nearly three years without a try, only to cross in back to back games, including a double against Cronulla. Hope you didn’t miss that!

Even battling Parramatta against Newcastle had discussion points aplenty – from bad shoulder charges, to significant injuries and a Knights bounce-back to applaud. There were water-cooler topics everywhere.

Origin isn’t always that kind for lovers of club footy, but why not choose to have your cake AND eat it too.

Adjust the attitude to enjoy the rest of the State series without discarding the club competition at the same time.

It is what it is.

Players will be missing. The footy might not always be perfect. Maybe your team will go backwards. But if Round 13 is any example, you’d be brave to miss a minute this weekend.

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Two-day back-up from Origin is ideal

JAMIE SOWARD I

t’s never easy backing up from an Origin game, but if you are going to do it, two days between games is ideal… surprisingly.

That’s the equation for Penrith’s Origin quartet on Friday night when they travel from Melbourne to Canberra to play the Raiders.

While I don’t expect Nathan Cleary to back-up after his first Origin game, I do expect James Maloney, Tyrone Peachey and Reagan Campbell-Gillard to all play – pending they got through Wednesday night unscathed.

Many may think the two-day turnaround would be brutal on the players, but in fact it’s much preferred over a three or four-day turnaround.

I remember backing up after two days when I played for the Blues a number of years ago. I remember winning in Sydney on Wednesday night and then flying to Brisbane on Thursday, to then play on Friday night.

To get myself best prepared, I was given a massage straight after the game to get the soreness out of my body and then I had a swim at recovery the next day.

The reason why so many players can back-up after two days is because their adrenaline is still pumping after Origin.

If you wait three to five days, you end up losing that buzz. The adrenaline you get from an Origin game is massively important.

What else is hugely important is how clubs navigate this tricky period of the season.

For Penrith, coach Anthony Griffin has been there before during his time at Brisbane, so he should know fairly well how to handle the effects of Origin.

I think if the Panthers can win 50 per cent of their games during this Origin period, they’ll be happy. If they can manage the welfare of their players through this period, it will go a long way to a top four finish at season’s end.

If I was the coach, I would consider resting Cleary an extra week following Origin III, to recharge his batteries for the Finals.

We’ll all learn more about this Panthers outfit when they take on the Raiders tonight in Canberra. While Penrith may be missing some key players depending on the outcome of Origin, this is also a great

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f you’re out and about next weekend and run into the Flash, Wonder Woman or Superman, don’t be alarmed, the world isn’t being taken over by Steppenwolf and his army of Parademons.

Chances are they’re on their way to join thousands of other costume clad people for this year’s Supanova convention at Olympic Park.

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For the past six years, Stephen has portrayed billionaire playboy turned hooded hero, Oliver Queen, in the hit US television series ‘Arrow’.

Based on the DC Comics character, Green Arrow, the popular show has just been renewed for its seventh season, something Stephen said he never expected.

“It was never something that I envisioned for myself because it seemed like a ways off but now that I’m doing it, it is very, very exciting,” he told the Weekender.

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, June 8 Personal – Riverside Theatres From $39, 11am and 7.30pm 8839 3399 Jazz Daiquiri – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Karaoke/DJ – Penrith Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 2060 The Mis-Made – Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4744 2002 Dragon Rooty Hill RSL 9677 4916 Friday, June 8, 7.30pm, $30

Crazy For You – St Paul’s Grammar School From $27.50, 7pm 4777 4888 Songs in the Key of Motown – Evan Theatre $54.35, 8pm 1300 PANTHERS Perch Creek – The Metropole Guesthouse From $20, 5pm 4782 5544 Girls in Music – O’Donoghues Free entry, 7pm 4735 5509 FourPlay – Baroque Room From $25, 8.30pm www.trybooking.com/ VMMM After Party Band – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Mary’s Karaoke and DJ – Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4577 3050

Free entry, 5.30pm 1300 PANTHERS Cyndi Lauper & Madonna show – Colyton Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 2266 Rave On – St Marys RSL Free entry, 8pm 9623 6555 Bob Gillespie – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Frocks – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1384 Cletic Carr – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 The Rhythm of Polynesia – Blacktown Workers From $15, 8pm 9830 0600 M7 – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777

Sunday, June 10 Blake Tailor – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 1pm 9677 4916 Jed Zarb – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4721 5764 Celtic Heart – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Midnight Drifters – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Daniel Champagne – The Metropole Guesthouse From $20, 5pm 4782 5544 Backlash Duo – Blacktown Sports Club Free entry, 1pm 8822 2444

Friday, June 15 Mary’s Karaoke and DJ – Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4577 305 The Theory of Relativity – Springwood High School $25, 7pm trybooking.com/uvqk Born Lion – Tattersalls Hotel Free entry, 10pm 4744 2002 One Hit Wonders – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Karaoke – Milestone Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 2999 Rachel Hannan and Chris Komorowsk – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Karaoke/DJ – Penrith Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 2060 Carleo and Adkins – Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4577 3050 Sons of Zion Rooty Hill RSL 9677 4916 Friday, June 15, 8pm, from $40

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Jellybean Jam – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Chris Drummond Duo – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Half Pint Duo – The Hydro Majestic $35, 8pm 0411 954 826 Personal – Riverside Theatres From $39, 2.15pm and 7.30pm 8839 3399 Blake Tailor – Penrith Panthers

Brid Harper & Dermot Byrne – The Metropole Guesthouse From $21.50, 5pm 4782 5544 Kasey Chambers – Rooty Hill RSL $45, 8pm 9677 4916 Bird Yard Big Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Rachael Brady and The Moonshine Special – Junction 142

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$25, 8.30pm 0411 954 826 Soundbird – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Soundproofed – 80’s Rewind – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Urban Scream – Blue Cattledog Free entry, 8pm 9670 3050 The Theory of Relativity – Springwood High School $25, 7pm trybooking.com/uvqk A Tribute to Prince – Rooty Hill RSL $27, 8pm 9677 4916 Belinda Holland Trio – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Endless Summer Beach Party – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 70s Unplugged Show – Blacktown Workers From $15, 8pm 9830 0600 Out Of This World – Blue Mountains Theatre From $10, 7.30pm 4723 5050 Crazy For You – St Paul’s Grammar School From $27.50, 7pm 4777 4888

Sunday, June 17 Musical Opposites – The Joan From $24, 11am 4723 7600 Kristy James – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 9677 4916 Tash Duo – Panthers Penrith Free entry, 2pm 1300 PANTHERS Franky Valenty Duo – Blacktown Sports Club Free entry, 1pm 8822 2444

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Emu Craft Market Second Saturday of the month • Nepean High School Lung Support Group Second Wednesday of each month • 4735 1542 Seniors & Pensioners Club Tuesdays at 10am 86 Station Street, Penrith Prostate Cancer Support Monthly meetings at St Stephen’s • 1300 133 878 Penrith Harmony Barbershop Chorus • Mondays at 7pm 4735 2637

Gripping play is an eye-opener for audiences Drawing on the State Library of NSW’s jaw-dropping collection of World War I diaries, photographs and letters, ‘A Town Named Warboy’ shines a light on the human face of war. Originally commissioned to mark the ANZAC Centenary, don’t miss this profound and gripping production as it nears its final year on tour. ‘A Town Named Warboy’ will be on at Riverside Theatres in Parramatta on Tuesday, June 12 and Wednesday, June 13 at 7.30pm. Tickets start at $26 and can be purchased by calling 8839 3399.

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Ê The ABC has announced it’s producing a new 30-part serial drama in Perth.

Titled ‘The Heights’, the half-hour serial will star Marcus Graham and Shari Sebbens. The series centres on the innercity neighbourhood of Arcadia Heights, exploring the relationships between the residents of the Arcadia social housing tower and the people who live in the rapidly gentrifying community that surrounds it. ‘The Heights’ mines the frictions and commonalities between the upper and working classes in the melting pot of urban Australia. No airdate has yet been announced.

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Ê Channel Ten is now casting for its new entertainment show ‘Game of Games’, which will be hosted by none other than Grant Denyer. The series was created and hosted in the US by Ellen DeGeneres. Producers are looking for people aged between 18 and 65 who are “willing to throw themselves into absolutely everything”. To apply, visit go.mycastingnet. com/Apply/Show/GameOfGames. Ê Another big name has joined Channel Seven’s cricket team with former fast bowler Damien Fleming signing on.

Fleming will sit alongside former Aussie captain Ricky Ponting in the commentary box. Ê Former ‘Friends’ star Matt LeBlanc has announced he’s leaving ‘Top Gear’ after the next series. LeBlanc began presenting the long-running show alongside Chris Evans back in 2016. Ê Still on ‘Top Gear’, you can now catch season 25 on BBC Knowledge each Monday night from 8.30pm.

Ê Channel Ten will continue airing season four of ‘Madam Secretary’ this Wednesday, June 13 at 9.30pm. Ê The ABC will premiere season four of ‘Poldark’ on Saturday, June 16 at 8.15pm. Ê Did you know Oscar winner Russell Crowe was in line to judge a season of ‘Australia’s Got Talent’? While sitting in the audience of ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ recently, it was revealed that creator Simon Cowell was in very early discussions with Rusty to join the show. ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ ended in 2016 after nearly 10 seasons on the air. Ê

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for Netflix, ‘Sacred Games’, will debut next month. Based on the novel by author Vikram Chandra, the story delves into Mumbai’s web of organised crime, corruption, politics and espionage. ‘Sacred Games’ begins streaming on July 6.

Ê Streaming service Stan has announced that the fourth season of ‘Better Call Saul’ will premiere on Tuesday, August 7, the same day as the US. New episodes will then continue weekly. Ê ‘Imposters’, which currently screens on Stan in Australia, has been axed after two seasons. After a strong first season, the show lost a little bit of puff in its second outing.

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SEE Foundation is a small disability provider in the Activity hub of Penrith, we are NDIS registered and provide a completely inclusive and unique approach to supporting people with All Abilities.

This approach is based on the premise that disability support is not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution resulting in supports and activities that change with each person’s ongoing changing needs and interests. We believe that everyone has the right to live their very best life and we are here to help you achieve that with: DAY PROGRAM: We have vacancies now activities or that ballet or drama class you in our specialised and unique day program have been wanting to take. where there is no overcrowding, no SATURDAY GROUP: Join our fun filled understaffing and no admin charges. Just Saturday program aimed at socialisation, high quality unique service tailored to your money and travel skills whilst enjoying fun needs. activities like Bowling, Painting, Cooking, ACCESS TO COMMUNITY, SOCIAL & Swimming, Horse Riding, Mini Golf and RECREATION ACTIVITIES: We can assist more. you engage in the community by connecting The time is now to experience the difference and supporting you to undertake leisure that comes with a provider that has that and sporting activities, health and wellness small community and family feel . . .

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PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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You relish your independence and freedom but don’t be a lone Ram! Wednesday night’s New Moon encourages you to find fresh ways to connect with others. With Venus zooming into your entertainment zone, you’ll also have fun fraternising with family and friends. So why not dress up and let your party animal persona run wild? As writer Emile Zola (a fellow Aries) declared: “I came into this life to live out loud”.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Wednesday night’s New Moon is stimulating your money zone so it’s the best week of the year to take stock of your financial situation and find fresh ways to boost cash flow. The more creative and innovative your thinking is, the better the outcome will be. But the planets could also agitate your jealous side, or you could become increasingly demanding towards a child, friend, lover or family member.

LEO

This week you’ll feel your Lion’s roar returning! With va-va-voom Venus sashaying into your sign, you’ll be at your lively best as you charm the cynics, dazzle the doubters, and flirt up a storm. The New Moon encourages you to talk about your grandiose goals, divine dreams and spectacular schemes for the future. But make sure you also walk your talk, and actually put those plans into productive action.

With the New Moon in your sign you’re in Gemini gadfly mode as you converse, communicate, socialise and circulate.

It’s the best week of the year to refresh your physical appearance, update your wardrobe or review your personal beliefs.

And it’s a terrific time for entrepreneurial Twins to launch a website, blog, book or social media campaign. Just make sure your playful chatter doesn’t denigrate into gratuitous gossip.

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JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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You’re keen to retreat into your cosy Crab cave as the New Moon moves through your contemplation zone. So solo activities like meditation and yoga are favoured. But a close relationship could veer off-course and shake you out of any sense of complacency. Your inner voice will help you to navigate your way home.

As Princess Di said: “I don’t go by the rule book. I lead from the heart, not the head”.

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Under the influence of the magical New Moon, it’s a fabulous week to join a dating site, start a romance, propose, get married, reboot a rickety relationship or launch a joint venture. Attached Archers – take the time to talk through problems with your spouse. Singles – look beyond the exterior package that a potential partner presents. Killer curves or bulging biceps may seem enticing but it’s just not going to last if you can’t communicate.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Virgos are clever and capable. The question is – are you confident enough for big time success? The New Moon charges up your career zone, but you won’t get ahead if you waste time making mountains out of molehills. Networking is favoured, as you expand your local and international connections. A big opportunity is heading in your direction but you must grab it when it appears or it will pass you by.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Wednesday night’s New Moon encourages you to adjust your home/work ratio so that it’s more balanced for your body, mind and spirit. But loved ones won’t behave in predictable ways this week, so don’t even try to anticipate what they will do next. And avoid butting in, being a bossy Goat, and offering advice. Loved ones need to make their own mistakes and follow their own dreams.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Wednesday’s New Moon activates your travel zone so a heavenly holiday is likely sometime over the coming year. But it won’t happen if you’re a lackadaisical Libran! Take action ASAP via a spontaneous booking or a smart savings plan (if you’re currently cash-strapped). Plus take a long look at your hidden hopes and wishes for the future. Do they need a radical shake-up? Make sure your dreams are creative, innovative, flexible and fun.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

The New Moon encourages you to build bridges with a child or teenager, initiate a fabulous new friendship, start a romance or take up a hobby you’ve always been interested in. But has an old relationship finally run out of steam? Or is a fairweather friend questioning your behaviour and holding you back? Uranus urges you to review your partnerships and peer group; discard negative influences; and surround yourself with positive people.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Venus moves into your career zone. So socialising with colleagues will help improve workplace relations. If you’re looking for employment, put the word out amongst family/friends. The New Moon encourages you to be financially knowledgeable and proactive. But your week could be turned upside down, when Uranus upsets the apple cart and throws a few surprises into the mix.

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It’s a wonderful week to entertain family and friends at home with a special meal, as the New Moon stimulates your domestic zone, Convivial conversation is a bonus. Being of service to others (with kindness, compassion and style) also brings much joy and satisfaction. Plus take the time to savour and enjoy the simple things in your everyday life … like a kiss from a child or a walk in the park.

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Alex McKenzie Principal Financial Planner Future Financial Services futurefinancialservices.com.au

The oldest cliché in the book is that “people don’t plan to fail, they fail to plan”. A recent survey shows this rings true when it comes to our finances.

The Financial Planners Association recently conducted a survey which indicated that two thirds of Australians don’t have a financial plan, and many don’t believe they will meet their financial goals.

According to the survey, the most important goal for both Gen X and Baby Boomers was to set themselves up for a comfortable retirement. The most common goal for Gen Y was buying their first home.

Half of Gen X and 40 per cent of Baby Boomers didn’t think they would have sufficient savings for retirement, and 40 per cent of Gen Y didn’t think they would be able to own their own home.

The message here is clear, if you want to achieve things in life, you need to put a plan in place. When it comes to our finances, as a rule, Australians are not establishing a financial plan and, as a

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I believe there are a number of reasons that most Australians don’t have a financial plan. I think that apathy and the “she’ll be right” attitude is a big part of it.

In addition, there are probably concerns with the cost of a financial plan and possibly issues with trust.

My view is that the biggest reason people don’t get a financial plan is that

they don’t believe they have enough money to warrant a financial plan. This is a catch 22, you need a plan to build wealth, but won’t get a plan until you already have wealth!

As I always say, you don’t need to be rich to have a financial plan, and it is not cost prohibitive to see a financial advisor. The sooner you put a plan in place the more likely you will be to achieve your future financial goals.

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Teachers are often not valued enough when it comes to learning...

According to the Macquarie Dictionary to learn means “to acquire knowledge of or skill in by study, instruction or experience”.

For some students, school is not a citadel of learning, but rather a house of horrors. Scientists and educators have for many years documented the changes in attitudes and self esteem of students as they progress through the school system. Whilst the actual percentages may vary, most agree that young students, about eight years of age, have positive feelings about the future (“I am going to be a fireman”, or “a doctor”, “nurse” or whatever), however, in the mid-teens ages of 15-16 years less than 20 per cent of students feel good about themselves and do not have positive feelings about the future.

The ability to change negative perceptions is the mark of a gifted teacher, and teaching, like all skills can be learnt.

The teacher’s first priority is to create a friendly safe environment, where the student can freely concentrate on the task of learning. This is an essential part of the process, but one that often fails.

Whenever Australia’s falling educa-

tional standards are publicised, the blame game starts citing a number of causes ranging from teaching to the distraction of social media. Teachers do contribute to students’ success or failure and success comes from self-belief and confidence. It is difficult for teachers to inspire students when they themselves lack self esteem, being involved in perhaps the lowest paid profession and one of the least respected occupations.

At the end of the scale, the public often views teachers, employed in our most disadvantaged schools, with the same disdain as the students from those schools.

I was head teacher of mathematics in one such school, I had a brilliant staff to work with, and the students in the school were exceptional and obtained outstanding results in School Certificate and HSC mathematics tests. My main focus as head teacher was to validate my staff and to raise their self-esteem.

Finland has employed the same tactic on a national level and has reaped the same rewards on a national level (see previous columns). Teaching is all about inspiring students, convincing them that they can learn anything with the correct attitude, teachers can only do this when they have been similarly inspired. Take some time to thank the teachers of your children, it is in everyone’s best interest to do so.

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How good preparation can prevent serious injuries Ankle injuries are painful and common, but you can take a number of steps to avoid them...

Michael Vassallo Podiatrist OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

Quite often, our podiatry and physiotherapy team see people of all sporting levels walk through our doors with foot and ankle injuries that result from a variety of different factors that can sometimes be avoidable.

Reducing tightness A large percentage of sporting people will incur muscle tightness during the season. Tightness in the lower limb, in particular our calf muscles, contributes to a range of foot injuries such as plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendon injuries. A comprehensive calf stretching program is recommended to improve our ankle range of motion, which is pivotal in the efficient production and application of force required for sport.

Improving strength Our calf muscles’ role in producing a large amount of the motion required to propel ourselves forward during sports reinforces why calf muscle strength is vital. Simple exercises such as single leg calf raises and squats are effective in building the strength needed to manage load and enhance stability at our feet and ankles. Calf flexibility and strength

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is particularly important for sports such as soccer and rugby where explosive and agile movements are performed. For those with recurrent ankle sprains, the need for ankle strengthening is imperative. Other treatment modalities such as bracing, taping and orthotics prescribed by podiatrists and physios are also beneficial in preventing further injury.

Condition yourself Many sporting injuries can be prevented by managing the volume and intensity we place on our body. Personally, I see a number of patients who have previously semi-retired from their sport and then decide to return at full capacity too quickly. A majority of tendon and softtissue injures are the result of this and often end up in athletes spending more time on the sidelines to allow for sufficient recovery. Gradual increase in the duration and load of activity is essential in building muscle strength and mobility while reducing the risk of injury.

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The roads are named after Richard’s great-grandparents, Grace Bussell and Frederick Brockman.

Grace was best known for her heroism as a 16-yearold when she helped rescue the survivors in 1876 of the ship-wrecked Georgette. Frederick, who explored much of the Kimberley region, rode 300km on horseback to meet Grace and ended up marrying her.

Choosing a location for the Hamelin Bay vineyard was far from a stroke of luck, though.

Richard closely consulted Dr John Gladstones, whose research had picked Margaret River as an area of great viticultural promise, and was advised that the region’s southernmost part, Karridale, was eminently suitable, largely because of the moderating effect of its maritime location.

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The Colca Lodge & Hot Springs is without doubt the best place to base yourself for a few days to enjoy the region. From here you can go trekking in the canyon, visit the Uyo Uyo pre-Inca ruins only a short hike from the hotel and visit the Cruz del Condor (the Cross of the Condor) to see these amazing birds up close and personal.

Located at an altitude of 3250 metres above sea level, and two-and-a-half hours’ drive from the city of Arequipa, the hotel is built on the banks of the Colca River and is surrounded by hundreds of pre-Inca agricultural terraces that have been declared a Peruvian national heritage.

The design of the hotel is inspired by the old pre-Inca structures built of earth, stone and straw creating a magical environment connecting the rooms to the gardens, which in turn blend into the adjacent fields, without the division of walls and hedges giving guests full contact with the natural wonders of the area.

Colca Lodge, set in such beautiful natural surroundings has four thermal hot springs set on the river’s edge which have different temperatures and contain water rich in minerals that are beneficial to health and offer great relaxation at the end of a day’s hiking in the region.

For many the highlight of a visit to the Colca Valley is to view the condors flying on the thermals rising from the canyon floor, swooping down over the Cruz del Condor (Cross of the Condor) as if they are

performing for the hundreds of people who come here daily to catch sight of these mighty birds. The best time to see the birds is early morning or late afternoon in the dry season, as the condors are not fond of rainy days. The morning our group visited the site I counted up to 14 birds zooming in and out allowing wonderful photo opportunities.

There is so much history with pre-Inca ruins located all over the valley. There are many villages to visit in the valley as well – Chivay, Yanque, Pinchollo and Cabanaconde to name a few.

The 18th century colonial church in Yanque is stunning and the Museo Yanque has a university-run cultural museum with displays on traditional cultural life.

The two ethnic groups that originally occupied the valley are the Cabanas and the Collagua. Today they still wear distinctively shaped hats and intricate embroidered traditional clothing according to their ancestors.

One of the delights of travelling in Peru is meeting face to face with the native wildlife. There are so many opportunities to meet the very cute llamas, alpacas and vicunas which are native to South America. Staying at Colca Lodge gives you the opportunity to enjoy a close up experience at their very own Alpacas Farm.

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It’s a spectacular drive from Arequipa past El Misti, the volcano that hovers over Arequipa city, then travelling through the national reserve where you can spot many llama and alpacas living in the wild. On past the reserve you travel through the bleak altiplano (on the day we travelled it was snowing) reaching the highest point of 4,800 metres from where the snowcapped Nevado Ampato can be seen. From there you drop spectacularly down into the Colca Canyon as the road switchbacks down to the rural village of Chivay.

There could be no better place to explore the real Peru, meet the local farmers and villagers, enjoy some outdoor adventures and explore Peruvian culture and traditions than in the Colca Valley. Combined with a stay at the Colca Lodge and Hot Springs with its excellent accommodation and facilities, you can be sure of a truly wonderful adventure.

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Nicole McMillan Practice owner of Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic and the Western Sydney Cat Hospital

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Pyometra is a common disease in undesexed female dogs that requires major surgery.

Pyometra is a serious infection of the uterus that results in the accumulation of pus within the cavity of the uterus. It is generally seen in older female cats and dogs who have not been desexed.

Pyometras can become life threatening especially if the uterus ruptures inside the body.

Untreated pyometra can cause dehydration, kidney failure and eventual death from infection and toxin accumulation.

What causes pyometra?

Each time a dog has a season (generally twice a year), she undergoes hormonal changes.

These changes affect the uterus and cervix and make infection more likely.

Infection is usually caused by a very common organism called E. Coli. The disease usually becomes apparent several weeks or months following heat.

What are the signs of pyometra?

Pyometra is obviously only seen in

females and can occur at any age but more commonly occurs in dogs over the age of six.

Early signs can be subtle and could just include increased licking around the back end or just being a bit tired and not as hungry as usual. In the advanced stages you may notice that she drinks lots of water and sometimes you may even find a reddish-brown discharge coming from the back end. Some dogs will have a distended abdomen and become very depressed and tired.

How is pyometra diagnosed?

A good history is generally suggestive of pyometra but x-rays/ultrasound and blood tests are generally needed to confirm the diagnosis and assess how sick the dog is.

Once the diagnosis has been confirmed, the best treatment option is surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus as soon as possible.

Some animals are too sick for an anaesthetic and need to be stabilised prior to surgery.

Can it be prevented?

Yes! The only way to prevent this condition is by having your dog desexed. If you are not intending to breed your dog, then she should be desexed at any time from six months of age. Not only does desexing prevent pyometra and cancers of the reproductive tract, but if you get your female dog desexed before her first

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Questions have an ability to get under our skin. From the child who keeps asking “why” to the classic Bart Simpson “are we there yet?”, questions can rattle our cage.

Yet, good questions are powerful.

They can rattle us because they throw the spotlight on us, interrogating us, challenging us to think.

Jesus was a master at the powerful question, getting to the heart of the matter, searching motives and attitudes. A powerful example is that which Jesus asked at the funeral of his friend Lazarus.

The New Testament gospel of John reveals a conversation between Jesus and Lazarus’ sister Martha. As they talked on big issues of life and death, Jesus said to Martha, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die”.

Jesus then asks Martha this all important question; “Do you believe this?”

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Jesus goes further, saying how eternal life has begun for the person who takes the step of putting their trust in him!

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Firstly, he raised Lazarus (who at this point had been dead for four days) from the grave!

Secondly, a matter of weeks later, Jesus himself rose from the grave to give validity to everything he’d said and done.

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h what a feeling! Toyota Australia has won the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand 2018 award in the car category for the 13th year running.

Toyota, the number one selling automotive brand in Australia, has won the coveted award every year since the car category started.

General Manager, National Marketing, Wayne Gabriel said that it was an honour to have received the award in 2018.

“We know that Australians love our vehicles. Whether it’s someone who has a HiLux – who loves it for its unbreakable reliability and flexibility, or someone who has a new Camry Hybrid with its innovative hybrid technology and uncompromised performance,” he said.

“Winning this award, knowing that our guests trust us, and have voted us number one for 13 years in a row is incredible.

“For us, it means that we’re getting the product and experience that we offer all of our guests right.”

The Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand is an annual survey that polls ordinary Australians to ask their opinion on what brands are important to them.

Meanwhile, Toyota has delivered a powerful reminder of its sports-car heritage with news that its popular 86 coupe has passed 20,000 sales in Australia.

The 86 is the first Toyota sports car to pass 20,000 sales since the Celica.

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Plackett crosses State lines NATHAN TAYLOR

ranebrook lawn bowler Phillip Plackett is a proud New South Welshman but that didn’t stop him from giving it his absolute all when he represented South Australia recently.

Competing at the 2018 Multi-Disability Lawn Bowls National Championships in Western Australia last month, the 43-year-old collected gold and bronze as a member of South Australia’s lawn bowls team.

Plackett was originally selected as a non-playing reserve for the NSW team but when South Australia didn’t have enough bowlers to compete in all events, Disability Sports Australia got in touch with Wheelchair Sports NSW and asked whether Plackett would interested in playing for South Australia instead.

While unusual to get his head around at first, Plackett was grateful for the opportunity he was given.

“I was disappointed to not be selected

by NSW initially but I was very grateful for the chance I had with South Australia,” he told the Weekender.

“The South Australian team were very welcoming and very supportive.”

Overall, it was a very successful competition for Plackett who won gold

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in the Men’s B5/6 pairs and bronze in the Men’s B5/6 Singles.

The Penrith Bowling Club member said he got one back on his home state when he defeated one of their bowlers in the bronze medal playoff.

“In the Singles event, I lost to Commonwealth Games medallist Tony Bonnell to get into the gold medal playoff, so I then went up against a bowler from NSW in the bronze medal game,” Plackett explained.

“NSW weren’t too impressed that I beat them and they finished fourth.”

Plackett has only been bowling competitively for less than two years and has already racked up a number of impressive achievements including gold at both the Australian Open and NSW State Championships.

Plackett said he originally took up lawn bowls for “a bit of exercise” and didn’t expect to do as well as he has.

“I have got a lot of help along the way from the good people at Penrith Bowling Club and my sponsors Kennards Hire and Wheelchair Sports NSW,” he said.

Plackett is encouraging others to join him on the green.

“I’d like to see people in the community come down and have a bowl with me.

Lawn bowls is a fun sport, very social and a game for everybody,” he said.

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Juniors blitz the field Local teens secure medals after successful Championships campaign NATHAN TAYLOR

ight members of the Penrith Junior Paddling Program competed in the NSW Combined High Schools Canoeing Championships on the Mann River recently, with five paddlers returning home with gold around their neck.

Xavier College student Sophie Wilson was the big winner of the group, picking up an impressive three gold medals across the weekend including first in the U16 Women’s K1 Slalom, first in the Women’s U16 C1 Slalom, and first in the Mixed C2 Slalom Open with her partner Martin Boer-Cueva.

Along with the gold medal he won with Sophie, Martin also won gold in the Men’s K1 Slalom Open and bronze in the Men’s C1 Slalom Open.

St Paul’s Grammar School student Jessica Wilson was crowned champion of the Women’s K1 Slalom Open event, while Dominic Curtin finished first in the U14 Men’s K1 Slalom.

Young gun Archie Gill won gold in the U14 Men’s C1 Slalom event while he also picked up a silver medal in the U14 Men’s

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K1 Slalom. Caroline Chisholm’s Jessica Libreri also had plenty of bling to show off to her friends when she returned to school after she collected silver in both the U16 Women’s K1 and C1 Slalom events.

Assistant Canoe Slalom Development Coach/Coordinator, Tim Anderson, said the Program has put a lot of effort into getting the kids up to the level of competing on moving water.

“That paddlers from the Program managed to win so many classes is a testament to the efforts of the kids and their coaches over the past two terms,” Anderson said.

“The Mann River is approximately an eight-hour drive from the Penrith area, so it’s a big commitment from these paddlers and their families to make the trip up there.

“To have eight paddlers go up to the State School Championships is an excellent achievement for us and is a great start to getting more kids participating in the National Junior Championships later this year.”

The kids returned to regular training sessions this week as they start preparing for their next major competition.

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Story continued from » p. 72 “The St Clair Comets are very grateful to Tanya Davies for supporting our club and our 800 junior rugby league players,” he said.

“The grant from the Community Building Partnership Program is much appreciated by all our junior players.”

The installation of the 120,000 litre underground water tank will replace the existing 21,000 litre water tank, to provide better field irrigation and ensure the fields are maintained all year round.

The $15,000 grant was provided through the Community Building Partnerships Program. The next round of the Program is open until next Friday, June 15. For community organisations looking to apply, visit www.nsw.gov.au/cbp.

Swim club boosts training fund with unique event NATHAN TAYLOR

he Nepean Aquatic Centre Swim Club Swim-A-Thon was held early last Sunday morning, with participating members swimming as many laps as they could, in any stroke, without stopping over a 90-minute period.

Kicking off at 5am and running for just under three hours, the event was open to swimming members of all ages and witnessed by their parents, who counted and tallied up the laps swum.

16-year-old Kira McInerney achieved the highest distance swum, clocking up an impressive 5.9km or 236 25-metre laps.

Sponsors were requested by individual swimmers to pledge an amount per completed lap or alternatively donate a fixed amount for the whole swim.

For their efforts, all swimmers received a certificate showing the total amount of laps achieved as well as a special gift.

The Swim-A-Thon is an important event for the local Swim Club, both as a team building exercise and fundraising initiative.

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Swim-A-Thon participants with their certificates following last Sunday’s event training camp to develop the skills of the Swim Club athletes, plus travel to an interstate meet.

Prizes were awarded for the most amount of laps swum in various age categories. All prize winners for the high-

est fundraising efforts in the same age categories will be awarded and acknowledged tonight, June 8, during the club’s weekly competition evening.

At the time of print, more than $2000 had been raised for the Swim Club.

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Celebrating their best Jap Singh and Lisa Griffith win major awards at cricket presentation night NATHAN TAYLOR

he Penrith Cricket Club capped off a strong 2017/18 season at their annual Presentation Evening last weekend.

Held at Penrith Panthers Leagues Club, around 120 players, officials, supporters and family members turned out to celebrate the game and the local individuals that do their best for Penrith every week during summer.

Hosted by club legend Michael Wholohan, the two major awards for the night were presented to the Men’s and Women’s Player of the Year.

Club favourite Jap Singh took out the Men’s Player of the Year award, while WBBL star Lisa Griffith was crowned Women’s Player of the Year.

After the pair also won their respective Bowler of the Year awards, Penrith Cricket Club President Paul Goldsmith said Singh and Griffith were more than worthy recipients of Player of the Year.

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BASKETBALL: Penrith’s Men’s and Women’s teams have had mixed results during Round 12 of the Waratah Championship League (WCL) competition. Penrith’s men easily accounted for their opposition, defeating the Sutherland Sharks 77-62. Centre Sean Weekes was best for the Panthers with 18 points and nine rebounds. Meanwhile, Penrith’s women are struggling to get out of their form slump, beaten convincingly by the Sharks 83-52. Natalia Beaumont was once again best for the Panthers scoring 29 points and 11 rebounds. Both sides will have the long weekend off before returning to the court to take on the Hornsby Spiders next Saturday at Penrith Basketball Stadium.

AFL: The GWS Giants have finally snapped their four-game losing streak, defeating the Adelaide Crows 97-81 during Round 11 of the AFL. GWS will look to make it two victories in a row when they face the Gold Coast Suns at Spotless Stadium this Saturday afternoon.

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applause and yelling from his teammates,” Goldsmith said.

“Jap had a very strong year with the ball, taking 43 wickets at an average of 11. He led the fourth grade attack and dominated enough to be a clear winner for the award.

“Lisa was also a very clear winner because of her ability to bat and bowl. She had a strong year in both disciplines and is a big part of our club.”

John DiBartolo was another of the night’s big winners, taking home One Day Player of the Year, while former first grade captain Michael Castle won T20 Player of the Year and All-Rounder of the Year.

Rising star Cameron Weir won Batsman of the Year while Australian representative Naomi Stalenberg was named Women’s Batter of the Year.

Youngster Jordan Watson won the club’s Rookie of the Year award and Elsa Hunter took out Brewer Shield Player of the Year.

One of the biggest awards of the night went to Warren Masters for Club Person of the Year.

“Not only does he run the nets at training, but he is always fixing things around the club and goes well beyond his formal role,” Goldsmith said.

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AFL: The Penrith Rams have enjoyed one of their biggest wins of the year, smashing the South West Sydney Magpies 150-18 in Round 9 of the AFL Sydney Platinum Division. Mitch Stevens was on fire in the thrashing, kicking eight goals. Meanwhile, the Auburn-Penrith Giants defeated the Western Wolves 29-11 in Round 8 of the AFL Sydney Women’s Premier

Division. Both sides will enjoy the long weekend off before resuming next weekend.

NETBALL: Giants Netball have lost their second game of the season, defeated by the West Coast Fever 63-61 in Round 6 of the Super Netball competition. The Giants will look to bounce back when they battle the Collingwood Magpies next Sunday afternoon.

NETBALL: The Panthers Opens team have lost the opening game of the new season, going down to the GWS Fury 66-37 in Round 1 of the Netball NSW Premier League competition.

Meanwhile, the Panthers Under 20’s team were successful in their opening game, defeating the Fury 46-45. Both teams will take on the ERNA Hawks in Round 2.

RUGBY: The Western Sydney Barbarians have narrowly lost to Randwick 12-10 in Round 9 of the Bill Simpson Shield (Third Grade Colts).

The Barbarians tackle Manly this Saturday at Lidcombe Oval.

SOFTBALL: The girls from the Penrith City Softball Association had a strong U19s State Championships but ultimately finished second in Pool B behind eventual finalists Sutherland.

Day two was a tough one for Penrith City with two losses, finishing the competition in sixth place. Hornsby District Softball Association were crowned State Champions.

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he junior rugby league club of Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, Matt Moylan and Blake Austin has received a $15,000 grant for a new water tank, to keep the playing fields healthy at Peppertree Reserve in Erskine Park.

Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies recently presented the oversized cheque to St Clair Comets Club President Darren Mudford and players Coopa McMahon, Braxton Grigg and Jake Harper.

“The St Clair Comets have a long history of providing their players with the best possible training and facilities,” Ms Davies said.

“Many A-grade NRL players started out in the Comets and this funding will see the Comets continue to train great football players.

“It was a pleasure to join the players on Saturday and to continue to support them by providing this grant.”

Ms Davies also met with Luke Gibson, Nathan Corbett and Robert Henderson, and congratulated each of them on their 300 game record with St Clair.

Mudford thanked Ms Davies for her support on behalf of the club.

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Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies delivers $15,000 to the St Clair Comets Junior Rugby League Club

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