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The school term comes to an end today, leaving parents and grandparents with the task of entertaining their kids through the school holidays. Penrith has a range of unique, exciting holiday activities on offer to children of all ages. See Page 17

PANTHERS IN TROUBLE Night out proves costly See page 3

SHOWING RESPECT Students honour our fallen heroes See page 13

TAKING ON THE WORLD Futsal star to wear the green and gold See page 78

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Players pay heavy price for night out Panthers trio stood down from first grade after breaching team protocol during trip to Melbourne TROY DODDS

hree rugby league stars have been dropped from first grade after they broke team protocol by hitting the town in Melbourne last weekend.

Penrith Panthers captain Matt Moylan and team mates Peta Hiku and Waqa Blake will play reserve grade this weekend after coach Anthony Griffin took a no-nonsense approach to the situation.

It is understood that following their 28-6 loss to the Storm last Saturday night, Griffin told his players that while they could enjoy a few drinks, they were not to leave the team hotel.

Moylan, Hiku and Blake ignored the instructions and went out to experience Melbourne’s night life.

While Griffin has dropped the trio from tonight’s game against South Sydney at Pepper Stadium, it is understood there was no incident during the night out.

“The players have been dropped from the Panthers NRL side following a breach of team protocol,” the club said in a brief statement released on Tuesday.

“The club now considers the matter dealt with and will be making no further comment.”

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Panthers CEO Brian Fletcher was also in Melbourne last weekend but stayed at a different hotel to the team.

Fletcher confirmed on Wednesday that he backed Griffin’s decision to drop the three players.

Meanwhile, Phil Gould said he supported Griffin’s call “100 per cent” and responded to fans on social media who thought the punishment was too harsh.

“Fans are entitled to be disappointed. I have no problem with them blowing up.

But they need to understand these decisions make us stronger,” Gould said.

He said the club took the right option, rather than the easy one.

As the story began to break on Tuesday afternoon the TAB briefly suspended betting on tonight’s game between Penrith and Souths.

The Panthers have been forced to name an inexperienced backline for the clash while Peter Wallace will take over the captaincy duties.

It is anticipated that Moylan, Hiku and Blake will be available for selection against Cronulla next weekend. Tomorrow, they’ll play in the Intrust Super Premiership.

Don’t miss Penrith’s leading coverage of rugby league. Our Extra Time pull-out can be found in today’s paper.

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Peta Hiku (top left), Waqa Blake (bottom left) and Matt Moylan (right) have been axed

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ike a screaming toddler on the floor of a supermarket, Mark Latham knows that the louder he gets, the more attention he is likely to secure.

And for some reason, we keep giving him a platform.

Latham was last month sacked by Sky News after the latest in a long list of misdemeanours; a list that should have seen him off our TV screens long ago.

Sky News, despite very quickly losing its independence and taking up leftbashing as its primary agenda, had no choice but to turf Latham.

His description of a Sydney Boys High School student as “gay” for appearing in an International Women’s Day video was simply the tip of the ice berg.

Bosses at Sky were already dealing with significant issues caused by Latham’s path of destruction, particularly in relation to comments he made about former NSW Premier Kristina Keneally and broadcaster Wendy Harmer.

Keneally is winning fans in her new media role at Sky but was threatening to sue her employer over Latham’s comments.

Latham had essentially said that Ms Keneally had acted corruptly when she was Premier, while he said Ms Harmer had been a failure in her media career over the past four decades and was only able to secure her current employment as a broadcaster with the ABC because she is a female with a disability.

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A few years ago Latham targeted former Australian of the Year and domestic violence campaigner Rosie Batty through his various media roles, including as a columnist at the Australian Financial Review and a contributor to various radio stations, including 2UE in Sydney and Triple M. At one stage he accused Ms Batty of being part of a feminist group using domestic violence for political gain and a campaign “against all Australian men”.

Here was a woman who, dealing with the death of her son at the hands of his father, opted to become the public face of a crisis so often dealt with behind closed doors, and all Latham could do was employ bully-boy tactics in a desperate attempt for attention.

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And we can go right back to the 2004 Federal Election, to that famous handshake between Latham and John Howard in a radio studio, to see signs of how Latham tries to bully and intimidate.

He popped up on ‘60 Minutes’ a few years ago, encouraging people to donkey vote ahead of the 2010 election.

Run-ins with the media (including a famous broken Daily Telegraph camera) and a sexist and offensive swipe at Fiona Scott in the wake of the ‘sex appeal’ drama also form part of Latham’s long list of indiscretions.

One thing is for sure – Australia dodged a significant bullet when it shunned Latham and Labor at the 2004 election.

Perhaps Latham never got over that crushing defeat, and his grudge still lingers some 13 years later.

Whatever the case, Latham is in my view a sexist bully that really has no worthy contribution to make to the political conversation in this country.

He should have been on the media black list long ago, but for some reason he’s been given chance after chance and keeps popping up again.

The mainstream media seems to forgive his sins much quicker than the general public.

Latham, who plans to continue his tirades on social media, says that he was fired from Sky News for doing what he was told to do.

And there may be some truth to that.

After all, Sky knew what it was doing.

Latham had form, and Sky embraced it.

Latham has crossed the line one too many times. Let’s hope that his sacking from Sky allows us the opportunity to say good riddance once and for all.

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Trees pose danger, says Councillor Crameri calls for Council to investigate possible changes to tree policy ALENA HIGGINS

enrith Council has been asked to reassess its tree policy in the wake of a spate of fallen trees.

Councillor Kevin Crameri requested Council re-examine its position after several forest trees were recently blown over during the ‘big wet’.

He said tall trees with shallow root systems such as Eucalyptus trees “should not be standing singly” and posed a “danger” in built-up areas.

“These trees in a forest are not a problem as they all take the brunt of the wind and they can stand,” he said.

“Maybe we need to replace them with something that doesn’t grow so high.”

Lenny Be Sousa was driving down Ninth Avenue, Llandilo, two weeks ago when he saw a “mother of a tree” come crashing to the ground.

“It was lucky there were no cars under it when it came down,” he said.

“If anyone had been in the car they wouldn’t have survived.”

Mr Be Sousa, a worker at nearby Golden Valley Eggs, said many trees had fallen down along Ninth Avenue.

“When you get a lot of rain like this, the ground goes soft and if the wind picks up, the trees just go over,” he said.

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“It’s not just the eggs, it’s vegetables and fruits and all sorts of things. There are businesses on Ninth Avenue that can

lose lots of money when the power goes down.”

Cr Crameri is also concerned about potential legal issues.

“We have got a lot of people with big trees in their backyard and Council saying you can’t get rid of them because they are healthy,” Cr Crameri said.

“But if it falls down and takes their house out, who is actually liable?”

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nvestigations are continuing into an early morning carjacking that occurred in Penrith on Monday.

A woman was walking along Hope Street at about 7.30am when it is alleged that she was approached by a man.

The man then threatened her with a knife before stealing her car.

He was last seen driving away from Hope Street in a silver Ford Falcon XR6.

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Chequebook opens for St Clair High State Government swings into action and announces $20 million rebuild of school destroyed by fire school’s expansion will include a lecture theatre, a cafe, commercial kitchen and extensive landscaping.

The new Innovation Centre’s design aims to create learning spaces that promote collaboration between students and accommodate the latest teaching methods.

Mrs Davies said she is proud to have secured additional funding to expand the school facilities and restore it beyond its former glory.

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t Clair High School is set to rise from the ashes with more than $20 million to be invested into its future.

Education Minister Rob Stokes and Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies formally announced on Monday that St Clair High School will be extensively rebuilt.

After a fire caused significant damage in June 2014, destroying most of the school, the money will be invested to rebuild it with significantly improved facilities.

The school will feature an Innovation Centre, offering 16 future-focused classrooms with a variety of flexible learning spaces to help encourage students by embracing a university campus feel.

Mr Stokes said he made a priority of visiting the high school to assess the extent of the damage and understand the community’s needs after becoming Education Minister this year.

“It was clear to me how important it is to get this redevelopment happening. Mrs Davies has worked tirelessly on behalf of the St Clair community for the rebuilding project, to not just replace the lost classrooms, but substantially upgrade the facilities offered,” he said.

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Tanya Davies talking to staff and students. Inset: Plans for the new-look school The Weekender reported last week that some staff and parents were concerned about the length of time it was taking for the rebuild to happen.

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campaigned tirelessly for the school and the rebuild.

“I can’t stress enough how hard Tanya Davies has worked for the school,” Ms Smithard said.

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needs of our local students providing access to state-of-the-art facilities which will help students reach their full potential,” she said.

Mr Stokes also announced that the sporting field, where the temporary classrooms have been set up in the aftermath of the blaze, would be restored as part of the project.

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COUNCIL BRIEFS ● Council has moved to an online system to make it faster and easier to get the documents you need when buying or selling property.

You can now apply and pay online on our website for Section 603, Section 149 Planning and Outstanding Notices certificates and we will email the certificates to you. ● The countdown to school holidays is officially on and parents or carers needing some inspiration and ideas to keep the kids busy should look no further than Penrith.

There are lots of great free or low-cost events and activities for kids and families happening across Penrith throughout the April school holidays.

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From princess and pirate cruises along the Nepean River to art workshops and science shows there’s something to interest and entertain kids of all ages in Penrith these school holidays.

Illegal Dumping: Contact the EPA hotline on 131 555 and ask for the RID Squad (Regional Illegal Dumping Squad).

Penrith is also home to many world-class attractions so if you’re travelling from out of the area and you want to make the most of your time here, you can plan your trip and research the area at visitpenrith.com.au

Graffiti Hotline: Freecall 1800 022 182

MEETING DATES Council Meetings 10 April 2017 – 7.30pm (Ordinary Meeting) 8 May 2017 – 7pm (Policy Review Committee)

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● Local legends are being called on to carry the Queen’s Baton in Penrith when we host the Queen’s Baton Relay (QBR) next year.

The eyes of the Commonwealth will be on Penrith on Sunday, 4 February 2018 as the Baton journeys towards its final destination, the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) Opening Ceremony on 4 April 2018.

Across Australia approximately 3,800 baton bearers are needed to share the dream of the ‘friendly Games’ as part of the QBR. A community nomination program offers Penrith LGA and surrounding residents an opportunity to carry the Baton.

Nominations can be made at gc2018.com/qbr

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) Penrith City Council Resilience Committee – Community Members Penrith City Council is looking for four people to join our Resilience Committee for a period of two years.

The new Resilience Committee will play a key role in shaping and future-proofing our City, by thinking about how we respond to risks, and contribute to long term environmental, social and economic outcomes. The committee will also provide advice to

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Council on opportunities to improve the resilience of Penrith and how to integrate resilience with the activities and decision making of Council.

The committee will meet four times a year, with the first meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 5 July. The committee is made up of three Councillors, up to six professional members and up to four community members.

Nominees should either be local residents or people who work or study in the Penrith Local Government Area.

A copy of the committee information kit, including the selection criteria for nominees, is available under ‘Have your say’ on Council’s website penrithcity.nsw.gov.au For more information or to request a hard copy of the information kit please contact Carmel Hamilton on 4732 7803.

Applications close Monday, 17 April 2017.

PUBLIC NOTICE Road Names Pursuant to Clause 7 of the Roads Regulation 2008, notice is hereby given that an application has been received for the naming of the following road/s.

PROPOSED NEW NAME Oxen Way Archives Way Bundle Street Hortyard Drive Redhaven Street Vandalay Road Hartland Way Sonata Way Sunburst Drive Garnet Drive Avium Drive Carcia Road Starline Drive Midnight Avenue Delaware Avenue Rochester Terrace Harson Lane

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Parents of Year 11 and 12 students are being urged to check school bags this week for consent forms for a free meningococcal ACWY vaccine to protect their children against the rare but deadly disease.

NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard said the State Government’s $9 million NSW Meningococcal W Response Program was introduced due to an unprecedented outbreak of meningococcal W disease.

“The NSW Government has acted swiftly to protect the most vulnerable group of people – those in their late teens – from this rising threat,” Mr Hazzard said.

“I strongly encourage parents to take advantage of this very important opportunity and sign and return the consent forms as meningococcal disease can result in lifelong complications, or even death.”

Meningococcal W is now the most

common strain of the disease in Australia, with cases in NSW virtually tripling from nine in 2015 to 26 in 2016. It also has triple the mortality rate (14 per cent) of other strains.

Dr Vicky Sheppeard, Director of Communicable Diseases at NSW Health, said that the meningococcal ACWY vaccine, which protects against four of the strains of the disease, will be offered in Term 2.

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Pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council.

Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The consent authority for the Development Application is the Sydney West Planning Panel (SWPP) in accordance with Section 23G of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

Details of these determinations are available for public inspection free of charge during Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith.

Approved Development Applications s Babak Shafaei Yekta

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Lot 236 DP 16440, Lot 237 DP 16440 (No. 145) Oxford Street, Cambridge Park Demolition of existing structures and construction of 7 x 2-storey town houses and associated strata subdivision s Baini Design

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Lot 3 DP 508698 (No. 1) Garner Street, St Marys Demolition of existing structures and construction of 4-storey residential flat building containing 12 apartments including 1 affordable rental housing apartment and basement car parking s CABE Pty Ltd

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Lots 1–4 SP 65435 (Nos. 342–346) High Street, Penrith Demolition of existing structures and construction of 7-storey mixed-use development containing ground and first floor commercial tenancies x 5, residential apartments x 45 and ground level and basement car parking s Geoff Maccue C/– Survey Plus Pty Ltd

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Lot 123 DP 16330, Lot B DP 398026 (No. 5) Adelaide Street, Oxley Park Construction of 8 x town houses, boundary adjustment, strata subdivision and associated landscaping, drainage and car parking works s Craig Sims

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Proposed Lot 3 in Lot 2171 DP 1153854 (Nos. 585–649) Mamre Road, Orchard Hills DATS warehouse and distribution centre s N F Billyard Pty Ltd

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Lot 1 DP 25965 (No. 143) Derby Street, Penrith Secondary dwelling and carport s Morson Group Pty Ltd

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Lot 2 DP 815424 (No. 16) Colless Street, Penrith Demolition of existing structures and construction of 6-storey residential flat building containing 25 apartments and 2 levels of basement car parking

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Lot 18 DP 128940 & Lot 1617 DP 871803, Penrith Golf Club Site (Nos. 40–48) Garswood Road, Glenmore Park Seniors housing development comprising 160 self-care apartments, related facilities, basement car parking and associated works The proposal is Integrated Development under Section 91 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. In this regard, the applicant is seeking concurrent approval from the NSW Department of Primary Industries – Water under Section 91 of the Water Management Act 2000.

The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 7 April to 10 May 2017.

Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA17/0237.

Council is required to make Development Applications and certain associated documents publicly available under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. There is a presumption in favour of publicly disclosing all submissions relating to this Development Application unless Council determines that it is not in the public interest to do so.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Lauren Van Etten on 4732 8222.

Viewing of Development Applications The above development application/s may be viewed on Council’s DA Tracker via penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/ DATracker. Alternatively the applications can be viewed during Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Officers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

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ocal police officers and community members have helped combat crime in Penrith.

The most recent quarterly data from the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR) has shown the exceptional work of local police in preventing crime.

Two crime categories have seen a dramatic drop in frequency with ‘Break and enter dwelling’ down 24.7 per cent and ‘Steal from motor vehicle’ down 17.2 per cent in the Penrith region.

State Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres has praised officers in the Penrith Local Area Command for their tireless efforts.

“I am really pleased to see downward trends in a number of crime categories,” he said.

“This latest data from BOCSAR is a testament to our local police and their dedication to the safety and protection of our community.”

In the 24 months to December 2016, 16 out of 17 major crime categories either fell or remained stable.

These include murder, domestic violence and robbery.

Mr Ayres has congratulated police for their hard work, and the community for supporting officers who put their lives on the line for our safety.

“I would like to thank all the communities in the Penrith electorate for being vigilant and establishing proactive partnerships with our police, ensuring public safety concerns are properly addressed,” he said.

“Whether out on trail bikes or walking the beat, it’s been great to see the prevalence of officers in our community undertaking targeted policing to reduce local crime trends.”

Newly pledged NSW Police Commissioner, Michael Fuller said the hard work and tenacity of police officers is paying off.

“We will be undergoing a re-engineering process with the NSW Police Force with our focus squarely on crime reduction,” he said.

“That’s my commitment to putting our community first in everything we do.”

In the Sydney greater region as a whole, there has been an increase in drug possession and use crimes.

Commissioner Fuller said he isn’t too concerned: “The increase in drug possession statistics gives me confidence as it’s telling us we are succeeding in disrupting the supply of illicit substances.”

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Operations Manager, Nepean Swim and Fitness FAVOURITE RESTAURANT IN PENRITH? Valentino’s FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A COFFEE IN PENRITH? Cafe Latitude FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A DRINK IN PENRITH? Panthers Leagues Club WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT PENRITH? Everything you need is right here in Penrith, we are close to everything!

LOOKING INTO YOUR CRYSTAL BALL, WHAT DO YOU SEE IN PENRITH’S FUTURE? A lot more development to cater for all of the extra families moving into the area, the CBD growing up and out, and the whole city is going to get even busier than it already is IF YOU COULD CHANGE ONE THING IN PENRITH, WHAT WOULD IT BE? The parking at the railway station – we need more multi-storey car parks to encourage Penrith residents to use public transport

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Station parking will only get worse Council asked to investigate options to implement more commuter car parking at St Marys ALENA HIGGINS

ouncillor Todd Carney has urged Penrith Council to investigate ways to alleviate the commuter car park crisis currently engulfing St Marys.

The East Ward representative said the Council-owned car park behind Queen Street is about 90 per cent full by 7.30am and cars are starting to park in unmarked spots in desperation.

“We’ve got to give them some relief,” he told the Weekender.

“It’s just chockers all up and down the street.”

Cr Carney said commuters “through no fault of their own” are having to leave earlier to secure a spot and are being forced to park further and further away, prompting safety concerns when they have to trek back to their vehicle after dark.

“A lady who works at Parramatta gets to the station at 7.15am so she can grab a park, but then she gets to work an hour earlier,” he said.

“It isn’t the best thing for her, but that’s what she has to do at the moment.”

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Councillor Todd Carney wants more commuter car spaces at St Marys. Photo: Melinda Jane also impacting on general car parking, with long-term parking beyond Queen Street being snapped up by train passengers, leaving shoppers and workers who traditionally park along Queen Street stranded.

Cr Carney, who has requested Penrith

Council prepare a report outlining its options to help ease the situation in the short term, said the current state was not “sustainable” and predicted it would only get worse when the M4 toll is reinstated and more people choose to take public transport.

St Marys’ multi-deck station car park was built by Transport for NSW in 2010 and can accommodate 500 cars.

A spokeswoman for Transport for NSW said there are currently no plans for further commuter parking at St Marys at this stage.

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Students pay tribute to the fallen Sombre scenes as school students honour war heroes at special ANZAC Day service in Penrith EMILY NEWTON

undreds of students and staff from local schools filled the stands of Penrith Paceway for a commemorative ANZAC Day service on Tuesday.

The service is an annual tradition held in Penrith prior to the April school holidays.

The clouds parted to let the sun shine onto the ceremony, which was attended

by Penrith Mayor John Thain and guest of honour Corporal Daniel Kilbey of 176 AD Squadron – 9FSB, RAAF Base Richmond.

This year’s hosts, Matthew Thomas and Meredith Colagiuri from St Paul’s Grammar School, guided the student service with integrity.

45 local schools attended the event to lay wreaths, books and tokens of remembrance.

The students stood in respectful silence as the catafalque party, members of the 21 Army Cadet Unit Penrith, marched in honour of fallen soldiers as their boots on gravel echoed through the grounds.

Cpl Kilbey encouraged students to remember their sacrifices and keep the spirit of the ANZACs alive in his oration.

“Remember the ANZACs, their determination, their courage,” he said.

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Reverend Ted Walker led the crowd in a prayer of remembrance for the brave, fallen diggers.

“Help us this day to remember the sacrifice of the first ANZACs, Australian and New Zealander, and the generations of men, women and children who have died in the cause of liberty and peace,” he said.

“Help us to remember the mateship, agony, courage and compassion of war service, but save us from ever glorifying the horror and tragedy of war.”

Students from the Emu Plains Public School Choir stood proudly and sang ‘Amazing Grace’.

Craig McGown, Zac Egan, Madeline Eneberg and Adam Cameron from Winmalee High School played the ‘Last Post’ on a quartet of trumpets.

Moments after the service concluded, the clouds gathered and it began to rain again.

St John’s Ambulance volunteers were on hand to provide a few students with first aid, who were affected by the sudden but short-lived heat.

ANZAC Day is commemorated on April 25 and there will be traditional dawn service ceremonies in both Penrith and St Marys. The Weekender will run a special ANZAC Day coverage on Friday, April 21.

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Man who stabbed mother and girlfriend released on bail

The man accused of stabbing his mother and girlfriend with a sword and machete at Emu Plains last year has been granted strict conditional bail after a bed became available in a mental health unit.

Clinton Graeme Walker, 26, faced Magistrate Roger Clisdell last Friday, the same magistrate who refused him bail a month earlier, and was granted release to a private Sydney hospital.

This was despite opposition from the Crown prosecutor, who pointed out the facility was “a voluntary unit and he can walk out at any time”.

However, Walker’s lawyer argued his client would be supervised 24 hours a day.

He said it would be a condition of his bail that he remain there at all times and if he didn’t, bail would be revoked.

Determining treatment was a better outcome “than leaving him in custody”, Magistrate Clisdell granted him bail.

He was ordered to be transported by his uncle and present at admissions within four hours of release.

Walker was arrested on December 5 and later charged with two counts each of ‘causing wounding/grievous bodily harm to a person with intent to murder’ and ‘wound a person with intent to cause grievous bodily harm’, following the harrowing early-morning attack.

The defence contend Walker, a diagnosed schizophrenic, suffered a psychotic break and will likely be found not guilty by way of mental illness.

Magistrate Clisdell had previously refused to release Walker back into the general population, saying there was “insufficient safeguards within the mental health system”, but did infer he would be open to granting him liberty to go into care.

His mother was in court last Friday and strongly supported his application for release.

Walker is due to face Penrith Local Court again for committal this week.

Man left with huge debts after takeaway run goes sour

An early morning takeaway run has proved extremely costly for a suspended driver, who wrote off his expensive car after crashing into a fence.

Penrith Local Court heard Taylor Gibson’s vehicle was subject to a loan and was worth more than $50,000 before he decided to illegally drive to a fast food establishment on Mamre Road, St Marys when he couldn’t sleep, crashing the car on his way home.

The 19-year-old fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with ‘negligent driving’, ‘driving while suspended’ and ‘failing to give particulars’.

His lawyer explained he left the scene of the crash because he knew he was a suspended driver and “in the back of his mind” he was also aware he was subject to a good behaviour bond.

Magistrate Stephen Corry had little sympathy for the young man however, saying he had no one else but himself to blame for the serious financial burdens that flowed from the offence.

“It is all entirely self inflicted because you didn’t take any notice of your suspension,” he chastised.

Magistrate Corry suggested the former locksmith apprentice “go round looking for a few jobs” because he would need extra work to pay off all of his debts, pointing out he would be adding the state of NSW to the growing list.

“I hope having to pay it all off will cause you to reflect on the stupidity of your actions,” he said.

He was convicted, disqualified for 12 months, and fined $2,100.

Man was “in a rush” when he failed to pay for petrol

A man with an unenviable criminal history has been slapped with a hefty fine after failing to pay for petrol, despite settling the debt.

Dario Poser fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday after he was busted leaving

a service station after filling up at the bowser.

Poser insisted it was an honest mistake.

“I was just in a rush that day and totally forgot... I went back and paid for it,” he said.

But Magistrate Stephen Corry questioned the time it took him to settle the debt.

“Why has it taken you until now to pay for it?” he demanded.

“It totally went out of my mind,” Mr Poser replied, claiming he had been busy with work.

However, Magistrate Corry wasn’t buying it, saying he should have been propelled into action when police issued him a Court Attendance Notice for the offence.

“Didn’t that suddenly put it in your head?” he asked.

“I didn’t think it was that serious,” came the reply.

“You’re not a babe in the woods, you have been to court for very serious matters in the past so you know what can happen when you go to court,” Magistrate Corry said.

“Mr Poser, I can’t ignore your antecedence which stretches 12 years,” he concluded before convicting him and slugging him with a $500 fine.

Hefty fines after motorcyclist was hit with raft of charges

A provisional motorist has been ordered to surrender his licence after failing to obey the road rules.

Stephen Bean faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with low-range drink driving, speeding and riding an unrestricted motorcycle.

When asked what he had to say for himself, the offender kept it short.

“Not much, only that I stuffed up,” he said.

Magistrate Stephen Corry decided to sum it up for him.

“Well, to put it mildly, you were speeding along the road, having drunk alcohol,

on a motorbike that was much more powerful than you were allowed to ride,” he said.

“Last time I checked, I didn’t think P1 drivers could have any alcohol.”

He was convicted, disqualified for four months and fined $300 for the drink driving charge, fined $400 for speeding 100km/h in a 70km/h zone and $200 for driving a motorcycle greater than the restriction on his licence.

Man who dragged officers remains behind bars

The man accused of dragging two undercover police officers with his car at St Marys in an attempt to flee apprehension has been refused bail.

Jared Rose, 20, appeared before Penrith Local Court via videolink last Thursday to hear the decision handed down.

Magistrate Stephen Corry said he was not satisfied cause had been shown as to why his detention was not justified and refused his release.

Rose has pleaded not guilty to ‘using an offensive weapon to prevent lawful detention’ and ‘driving while disqualified’.

He is scheduled to defend the charges at a hearing on June 21.

“Careless” man has drink driving charges dismissed

A magistrate has lambasted a careless driver, before dismissing his drink driving charge. Magistrate Stephen Corry told Peter Byron Morgan it was clear from his record he “just doesn’t exercise care”.

Penrith Local Court heard Morgan, who was on a good behaviour licence at the time, was caught low-range drink driving and failing to stop at a stop line.

His lawyer contended his need for his licence was great, submitting the businessman would be forced to spend upwards of $500 a day on Ubers and taxis to meet clients. Magistrate Corry noted the drink driving charge appeared to be at the bottom end of low-range before dismissing the charge.

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Lemongrove: Duo who stole mail arrested and charged

A man and a woman have been arrested and charged over mail theft that occurred in the Lemongrove area a few weeks ago.

The male, a 37-year-old from Emu Plains, was arrested and charged with shoplifting offences in Emu Plains on Wednesday, March 29.

Once he was identified by police, he was further charged in relation to the mail theft.

He will appear in Penrith Local Court on Thursday, May 4.

The woman, a 31-year-old also from Emu Plains, was arrested in the early hours of Saturday, April 1 and charged with ‘larceny’.

She was to appear in court on Thursday, April 6. Both were refused bail.

Werrington Downs: Couple arrested after stealing tools

A couple have stolen over $6,000 in power tools following a stealing rampage across western Sydney.

Officers from Penrith Police Station attended a house at Werrington Downs on Tuesday, March 28 where they arrested a 40-year-old female and a 34-year-old man in relation to a number of stealing offences.

It is alleged that the thefts covered Londonderry, Rouse Hill, Dural and Rydalmere.

The man was charged with ‘larceny’, a number of driving offences, pawning offences and breaking an AVO. The female was charged with ‘larceny’.

Penrith: Man exposes himself to woman at shopping centre

A man has touched a woman’s foot before exposing himself to her in the middle of Nepean Village shopping centre.

On Monday, March 27, the victim was seated waiting at the shops when the accused approached her.

It is alleged that he asked her for a cigarette as he sat down in front of her.

The man then touched the woman’s foot, before standing up and exposing his genitalia in front of her.

The incident was reported to Penrith police.

Later, on Wednesday, March 29, the 28-year-old male from Kingswood was arrested at the Nepean Village Liquor Land.

He was arrested and charged with shoplifting a bottle of wine from the store and ‘possession of a knife in a public place’.

Following a review of CCTV footage, he was also charged with ‘assault with an act of indecency’ in relation to the earlier incident.

St Clair: Trail bike riders had disqualified licences

At about 4.35pm on Tuesday, March 28 police were patrolling Cook Parade, St Clair where they saw two trail bikes riding next to each other.

One rider was stopped by officers who made checks against his licence where it was revealed that the 21-year-old Werrington Downs man was driving with a disqualified licence.

The second rider, a 23-year-old Glenmore Park man approached police a short time later, where it was also revealed that his licence was disqualified.

Both were charged with multiple driving offences and will appear in Penrith Local Court on April 18.

Werrington: Man and woman assaulted on Victoria Street

Two people were taken to Westmead Hospital following an assault on Victoria Street last week.

At about 11pm on Thursday, March 30, emergency services were called after a 36-year-old man and a 30-year-old woman were reported to have head injuries.

Both were treated at the scene before being taken to Westmead Hospital.

A 29-year-old Werrington man was arrested at the scene and taken to Penrith Police Station. He was charged and will appear in court later this month.

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There are lots of great free or low-cost events and activities for kids and families happening across Penrith throughout the April school holidays.

“As a parent myself, I know how stressful and expensive it can be trying to occupy kids during the school holidays. So to make things easy, we’ve compiled our top five list of low-cost and free activities for kids to do in Penrith,” Penrith Mayor, John Thain said.

“From princess and pirate cruises along the Nepean River to art workshops and science shows, there’s something to interest and entertain kids of all ages in Penrith these school holidays.

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Princess and Pirate Cruises Jump on board the Nepean Belle for their Princess and Pirate School Holiday Cruises on Wednesday, April 12 from 10am-11.30am or Thursday, April 20 from 10am-11.30am. For just $19, children aged three to 12 years can dress up as a pirate or princess and cruise along the Nepean River playing fun games and perhaps even winning a prize. There will be party food and drinks for the kids, and adults can indulge in Devonshire Tea for just $25.

Workshops and Shows Penrith Library has an exciting program of shows and workshops. See a unique combination of dance and magic at the Dance Magic Show or introduce them to the wonderful world of mime at the Big Bag Show. There’s also workshops in embroidery, electronics and illustrations.

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Truckies locked out of rest stop RMS stands firm and won’t remove gates on The Northern Road ALENA HIGGINS

ruckies travelling through Penrith no longer have a place to rest or check their loads after Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) installed gates on an unofficial parking bay, preventing drivers from getting in.

Dean Smith, owner of Winston Express Haulage in St Marys, said it was a blow to the transport industry after a similar spot on Richmond Road was shut off to drivers by the RMS about 18 months ago due to people dumping rubbish.

“They are reducing as the urban sprawl continues and you’re losing out on more safe areas to park and go to bed,” he said.

“All they are going to do now is park in the industrial areas or a residential area and that’s going to upset other people, so what do you do?”

An RMS spokeswoman said the barriers were fixed to the entrance and exit points of the heavy vehicle inspection bay on The Northern Road late last year, to ensure the site could be used for planned enforcement activities.

“The inspection bay has been operating for more than 20 years and plays an important part in monitoring heavy vehicle safety and compliance in western Sydney,” she said.

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The RMS has installed gates at the heavy vehicle inspection bay on The Northern Road between Wentworth Road and Bradley Street, preventing truck drivers from using it as a safe rest area. Photo: Melinda Jane “In recent years, heavy vehicle operators have been using the site as an unofficial parking bay and rest area, resulting in the need to cancel planned enforcement activities.

“The installed gates will remain closed when the site is not in operation.”

Last month, Councillor Kevin Crameri called on Penrith Council to write to the RMS to point out the “gravity of the situ-

ation” and to ask them to reconsider the decision.

Cr Crameri said to take away an area that allowed truck drivers to meet their required breaks and check their loads was “really a danger to the whole transport industry”.

According to an RMS map, the closest truck rest areas are at Glenbrook to the west, or Clarendon to the north.

A north-south rail line from Marsden Park to Campbelltown has been identified

by Penrith Council as the biggest “game changer” for the region’s future.

Council endorsed its preferred priorities and vision for the future during last month’s Ordinary Meeting, with a northsouth passenger rail line and improved transport connections sitting front and centre.

The items will be outlined in Council’s submission on the draft West District Plan, which applies to Penrith, Hawkesbury and Blue Mountains Local Government Areas, and will be used to guide planning across Greater Sydney and at a district level.

The district plan is one of six to be included in Towards a Greater Sydney 2056, which outlines a vision for a metropolis of three cities including a Western City, which encompasses the Western Sydney Airport aerotropolise and the strategic centres of Penrith, Liverpool, Blacktown and Campbelltown-Macarthur.

Mayor John Thain was quick to assure his fellow Councillors that Council was doing everything in its power to promote its case, even “bordering on harassment” to get its views across at every opportunity.

Council believes rail will unify western Sydney, with a new line allowing workers and the general public to access the jobs and services that are currently isolated in the strategic centres across the two districts.

Resolving issues surrounding housing growth is also on Council’s agenda.

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Community rallies behind Makayla EMILY NEWTON

ocal outpourings of support for young Makayla, the daughter of Trevor Gordon, who was killed in a motorcycle accident last week, have been described by his extended family as a “miracle”.

Makayla tragically lost her mother and sisters in a car accident several years ago and was left without a family after her father was killed in last week’s crash.

Trevor Gordon’s cousin, Kristy Armitage, first spoke to the Weekender last week, searching for help in supporting Makayla.

“Trevor lost his partner and two of his daughters earlier and now his youngest, Makayla, has no parents, no family,” Ms Armitage said.

Within hours of the story appearing on the Weekender’s website last Thursday, the Penrith community opened their hearts to reach out and help.

Belinda Erich and Donna Hildon of Supremacy Funerals and Shane Muscat from S&L Concrete have ensured the family does not need to worry about the financial burden of funeral costs, helping set Makayla up for her next difficult chapter in life.

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appreciation for how the community has gotten behind it,” Ms Armitage said.

“I don’t think there are any words to describe how thankful I am, especially to Supremacy and to Shane from S&L Concrete, and not only them but the community.

“From the bottom of my heart, I just can’t believe it. I’m still in shock.”

Ms Armitage said Makayla will always have a home in the love of the extended family and is currently in the care of her maternal grandmother.

She said that moments like this make her proud to call western Sydney and the Penrith region home.

“If it’s needed, we really come together, somehow in someway,” she said.

With the support of Supremacy Funerals, S&L Concrete and the community, Mr Gordon’s funeral will be held on Saturday, where Makayla will be able to say a loving goodbye to her father.

“You hear about the little girl, and the tragedy, and it touches you,” Ms Hildon said.

While she may not understand it today, Makayla will never be alone with the love of the Penrith community behind her.

Read the original story that touched Penrith’s heart online at www. westernweekender.com.au.

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If it takes as long as it has taken to build a school at Jordan Springs then it’s not going to be an issue for another decade.

By which time I’m sure the bigots will have found a new minority to hate.

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pool heating, we assumed there would be some company, Council recommended or otherwise, who would want this material for recycling purposes. Truck tyres, conveyor belts etc are all desired and sought after by rubber recyclers, who boast about the second life uses this material provides, but when it comes to rubber solar tubes, no one is in the least bit interested. Penrith Council’s recommendations of probable recyclers drew a blank, so we started in earnest to research who would be interested in recycling this wonderful amount of rubber. Planet Ark and dozens of commercial tyre and rubber recyclers were all contacted, who reacted with either complete disinterest or no idea of what rubber solar tubes were, even after careful explanation. Next solar pool companies, particularly those who in the preceding 20 years installed these rubber solar tubes – once again had absolutely no knowledge or interest into their eventual demise. So much for a greener environment in Penrith!

ALAN AND GAIL NAGEL, LEONAY

What a waste!

Councillor sin binned

Much to our great disappointment, on April 24, Penrith Council as part of our free four yearly clean up service will take away at least a skip full of rubber to go into land fill, and not to recycling. Having personally removed the 15-year-old rubber tubes that formed our roof solar

Yeah great let’s go down the path of Blue Mountains Council who have spent $135,000 and they have nothing to show for it (Crameri sin binned as debate takes off, Weekender March 31). Kevin needs to stop being a political opportunist.

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Here we go again with another debate regarding the establishment of an Islamic school in Penrith (Debate looms on Islamic school, Weekender March 31). The protagonists are defending the school by saying that there was already a school on the site, all the buildings are still there and in a usable condition. No one is disputing the site’s previous use but question what will be taught there. Recent instances of students being ‘radicalised’ in certain schools in the public system are a real worry and one can only imagine what form this teaching will take in a purelyIslamic setting.

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State Politics

New home for paramedics on track Penrith’s new ambulance superstation to defy weather delays and open by the end of the year EMILY NEWTON

t’s been one year since Penrith’s ambulance superstation was approved, and construction is well on track to be completed this year.

The Penrith superstation located at 141 to 152 High Street had a lengthy proposal process following a few obstacles from the RMS due to the location of the station.

Despite this, a Health Infrastructure spokesperson said that the construction of the new facility is running on time, even with the complicated weather this year.

“Construction work is on track to be complete by late 2017,” the spokesperson said.

“On completion of construction, the Penrith superstation will undergo a carefully managed commissioning and implementation process before becoming operational.”

The superstation, known as the Penrith Paramedic Response Centre, will be the heart of the new Penrith Paramedic Response Network, where paramedics will go at the beginning and end of each shift.

Branching off this centre will be smaller standby stations called Paramedic

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Response Points, that will serve as locations from which paramedics can also respond from throughout their shift.

It is a part of a State Government project that includes the construction of five new stations across Sydney.

This new operating model will ensure NSW Ambulance paramedics are strategically placed to meet the emergency medical needs of metropolitan Sydney communities today and into the long-term future.

“The Penrith superstation is a major investment in local ambulance services, designed to support the delivery of enhanced mobile emergency care to patients in the Penrith community and surrounding areas,” the spokesperson said.

“The NSW Government’s $150 million Sydney Ambulance Metropolitan Infrastructure Strategy project marks the most significant single investment in NSW Ambulance infrastructure in the organisation’s history and is building capacity for the future.”

The new facility will include parking for 22 ambulance vehicles; administration, office areas and amenities; on-site staff parking; a logistics and storage area; and an external wash bay.

Construction is well underway on the ambulance superstation on High Street, Penrith

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I’m excited that Penrith is hosting the Australian Corporate Triathlon at the world-class International Regatta Centre on Sunday, April 23.

This is the first time the event has been held outside of Sydney Harbour and I can think of no better place for this iconic race than Penrith – the Adventure Capital of NSW. Up to 2,000 participants will swim, ride and run their way to triathlon glory at the Olympic venue.

The Regatta Centre is such a staple of our City that we often forget how special it is – purpose built for the 2000 Olympics and Paralympics, it is set at the foot of the spectacular Blue Mountains and boasts one of the best triathlon courses in the world.

This is a once in a lifetime experience.

It’s also a unique opportunity to meet industry counterparts, members of the local community and business owners, while enjoying all that Penrith has to offer.

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charity partner, and this year teams will be raising money for Beyondblue and boosting awareness around the link between mental health, exercise and healthy working relationships.

The race will include teams from Australia Post, NAB, Qantas, Surf Life Saving Australia, and Foxtel.

Penrith Council has also entered five teams in the race, and will be competing fiercely to showcase the Penrith spirit.

Being chosen as the venue for a major, national event, is another feather in the cap for Penrith. And it reaffirms our place as a top destination for adventure, unique experiences and world-class events.

This will be a wonderful event for our community and I encourage you to come down to the Regatta Centre, cheer on the teams and enjoy the celebrations.

Have a great weekend.

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Education

Selfless attitude and a desire to help others EMILY NEWTON

e is only in Year 7, but Mark Neilsen from Penrith Anglican College (PAC) is already being recognised as a community leader.

Last month his outstanding community service for the Penrith area was acknowledged at the NSW/ACT Young Achievers Awards.

Mark could not wipe the smile off his face after receiving the award.

“It was a very surprising experience, I didn’t know I was going to get it at all,” he said.

Mark has raised a remarkable about of money for various charities including the Leukaemia Foundation, Jump Rope for Heart, Run for Bibles, Penrith Anglican College Nepal Mission and Fiji Impact Trips, Cancer Council, the Fred Hollows Foundation and Westmead Children’s Hospital.

One campaign he is exceptionally proud of was supporting Year 11 students in their annual Nepal trip, raising money, resources and awareness for the community, despite not going on the trip himself.

He attributes his big heart to understanding how lucky he is to live in a supportive community in Australia.

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“I always thought when I was little that we have so much over here in Australia, and they have so little,” Mark said.

“They don’t have the opportunities that we get to have over here.”

The youngest nominee at the award ceremony, Mark remained humble and said that he couldn’t have done the work without the support of others.

“A lot of other compassionate kids have helped me,” he said.

PAC Deputy Head of College Improvement and Welfare, Tony Banks, said Mark has a bright future ahead of him and congratulated him on the terrific achievement.

“Community service is a big focus of the school, and as such it’s great to have students taking such a great attitude on board like Mark has,” Mr Banks said.

“That’s something that the school would like to see expand exponentially.”

Mr Banks said efforts like that of Mark only encourage others to contribute to the wider community.

“We’re very proud of Mark and his achievements, and he is a great role model for other students,” Mr Banks said.

With no plans to slow down, Mark is already designing his next campaign where he hopes to help local homeless people through winter.

Mark Neilsen standing proudly with his NSW/ACT Young Achievers Award.

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Education

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Education

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Nathan wows the judges to take home public speaking prize EMILY NEWTON

ice Captain of Wollemi College in Werrington, Nathan Bartolo, has taken the top prize at the Catholic Schools Public Speaking competition.

Last month over 700 competitors stretching from the Blue Mountains into Sydney city gathered to compete for the coveted prize.

The school’s public speaking coach, Brett Wright, said Nathan’s ability to engage the audience is what set him apart from his competitors.

“It’s a massive competition, it’s one of the biggest in the world,” he said.

Nathan took first place in the senior division after speaking passionately and humorously.

“His speech was probably the only one that they were genuinely really interested in over the eight minutes,” Mr Wright said.

“We spoke with the adjudicators afterwards and it was unanimous, all three had him in first place. We’re both still flying high.”

The success comes after Nathan took second place two years ago when he competed in Year 10. Mr Wright said the Werrington school, which currently has only 286 students, encourages the important life skill of public speaking.

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Photo: Melinda Jane “I always stress to the kids that it’s a life skill, they’re preparing for their wedding day, funerals, birthday parties as well as career stuff,” he said.

Nathan currently has his sights set on studying engineering at either UTS or UNSW once he completes his HSC later this year.

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meals and most of the time, no meat at all, with some people substituting meat with fish.

Long prayer vigils are also held on Good Friday.

A day of celebration, Easter Sunday is a day of festivities to mark Jesus’ resurrection.

For many churches, it is typically the most well-attended service of the year.

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On Good Friday we remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and his death at Calvary.

Members of different churches mark the day in various ways.

Some churches see Good Friday as a fast day and people only eat three small

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Have an emergency fund While this can be tricky when you first start out, or when you are expanding, you need to cover yourself for the ‘unknowns’.

This is aside from any risk management strategies relating to insurances.

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in an insurance claimable situation. Other times, it may be to cover the effects of a scenario that you could not foresee.

Separate business finances from personal finances There are some micro business owners who manage to keep track of relevant transactions in a sole personal and business account. But this isn’t recommended.

It is very difficult to track expenses and profit/loss, and tax time can be complicated.

It also makes expansion difficult and leaves you far more liable for your business liabilities.

Limit non-cash generating activities This is another tip that is hard to achieve when you are first starting out, as there will be many tasks you will need to do to establish your business, that may not generate any immediate income.

While it is important to cultivate networks and add value to your product, you need to be aware that time is your most valuable asset. You need to learn to use it wisely.

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Government grants On www.business.gov.au/assistance you can freely access the grants currently available at a State and Federal Government level.

ASIC have issued warnings about similar services charging a fee, so please be careful. When looking through the assistance available, I suggest filtering by NSW, but otherwise look through all the grants to avoid missing any that may apply.

Small Business Grant This grant is the one most available to small businesses.

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Most confusion is about the “$20,000 thing�.

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PANTHER RUMBLINGS

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SAM SIDELINED » After initially hoping he would return

to the field this year, prop Sam McKendry is now resigned to spending another full season on the sidelines. The former New Zealand international suffered an ACL injury in Penrith’s final pre-season trial against Parramatta earlier this year, but it was hoped that the club would be able to rehabilitate the injury and McKendry would return to the field sooner rather than later. Unfortunately, that’s not the case with Panthers coach Anthony Griffin confirming that McKendry has undergone surgery and will now begin the long journey of recovery once again.

» You really have to question what was

going through the heads of Matt Moylan, Waqa Blake and Peta Hiku when they ventured out onto the streets of Melbourne last Saturday night despite being told not to leave the team hotel. There is no question that the spotlight is firmly being placed on Moylan, who as captain of the club should have known better.

The 25-year-old doesn’t mind late nights after a game – he was out late enough to see the sun come up after the loss to the Roosters last month. Moylan is smart enough not to get himself in any trouble off the field but really needs to start leading by example.

» Penrith’s round 22 clash with the Wests

Tigers at Pepper Stadium has had some serious spice added to it after Ivan Cleary was officially confirmed as the new Wests Tigers coach on Monday. The late-season match-up will see Cleary coach against his son Nathan for the first time, a contest both senior and junior Clearys have described as “awkward”. For the record, Nathan has a long-term contract with Penrith and any speculation that father and son may one day unite at the same club is way off the mark and exceptionally presumptuous.

» One player who may be a chance of

linking up with Cleary at the Tigers is Dean Whare. The 27-year-old is off contract at the end of the season and I’m told

that it’s unlikely the Panthers will offer him a new deal, especially with concerns over where the salary cap will sit for the 2018 season.

» The Panthers won’t be entering the race for Cooper Cronk’s signature. It’s that simple – enough said.

» The Weekender prefers to have its

reporters sit in the stands at games to soak up the atmosphere and feel what the fans feel, which is a bonus considering The Masked Panther has been banned from media boxes across the country after an unfortunate squabble over a party pie with The Mole a few years back (who’s having the last laugh now though?). Anyway, one thing I did pick up from the grandstand at AAMI Park last week was that Leilani Latu was the only Panthers player who went over to thank the Penrith fans who had made the trek to AAMI Park. It was a tough night for all of the players but Latu deserves credit for taking some time out to thank those who the team wouldn’t exist without.

» Congratulations to Panthers legends

Ryan Girdler and Carl MacNamara, who were both awarded honorary life memberships by Panthers Chairman Dave O’Neill last week.

» As hinted at last week, youngster Zach Dockar-Clay has left the Penrith system and linked up with Hull KR in England.

The former Junior Kiwis captain has signed a deal until the end of the 2018 season, and has already moved over to the UK as he prepares to begin training with the club.

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» Injured players Josh Mansour and

Bryce Cartwright both made the trip to AAMI Park last weekend. The duo spent some time exploring Melbourne before supporting their team mates on Saturday evening. Mansour is looking good and it appears he’s on track to return in round 13 or 14, adding some grunt to Penrith’s backline.

» Talking of Cartwright, the NRL quietly

investigated the ‘Miss X’ drama and has cleared the young star as well as the Panthers of any wrongdoing.

» It was a bit of a flashback to the old days on Tuesday when the Panthers

trained at Pepper Stadium instead of the Rugby League Academy, which was undergoing some field maintenance. The team is bunkering down for a three-week stretch without travelling, with two home games and a match at ANZ Stadium making up the short term schedule.

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wo things have to happen for the Melbourne Storm to lose at AAMI Park.

First, the Storm have to be off their game, even just a little.

Second, the opposition needs to bring their best possible performance.

Neither of those things happened last Saturday night, with the Storm producing a magnificent effort against a Penrith side that showed they still have plenty to learn if they want to match it with the heavyweights of the competition.

Melbourne are a pleasure to watch, especially now that the wrestling tactics they used to employ have been removed

from their game. They turn up in defence time and time again, always one step ahead of the opposition. They are patient – excruciatingly patient – and they have an incredible ability to make the opposition panic. They are a class football team and without doubt the benchmark of the 2017 competition.

The Panthers shouldn’t feel too much shame in losing to such a dominant outfit but there are some question marks around Anthony Griffin’s team that his troops need to address in the next few weeks, to prove that they are indeed a competitor for this year’s title.

It is concerning that against the better sides, the Panthers struggle to score points. Not only did they cross for just one try against the Storm, but against the Roosters a few weeks ago, they also only scored one four-pointer. The better sides seem to be able to read Penrith’s

attack and shut down Matt Moylan, who is crucial to creating Penrith’s try-scoring opportunities.

Of course, all of that is somewhat of a moot point this week given the dramatic changes that have occurred to Penrith’s side for tonight’s game.

With Moylan, Waqa Blake and Peta Hiku all missing for disciplinary reasons and Tyrone Peachey suffering a rib injury, the Penrith side that took to the field against the Storm will be vastly different to the one that runs out against Souths.

There is no doubt that with those four players missing, Penrith’s backline looks far less potent and the game is now very evenly poised.

It should also be pointed out that the Panthers have had very little opportunity to train this week. Battered and bruised after the Storm game and with travel thrown in as part of a shortish turnaround,

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there’s been limited opportunities for this new-look side to get together.

The Rabbitohs found themselves in a similar position to Penrith last weekend.

They weren’t necessarily embarrassed by the Cowboys but they weren’t really ever in the game either. They showed glimpses of solid attack and put in a pretty solid defensive effort, but they were a class below Jonathan Thurston’s men.

The key man for Souths last week was Sam Burgess, who ran for 158 metres during his 76 minutes on the field. He is very much leading the forward pack at the moment and will be the key for Souths again against Penrith.

I still believe Penrith can win this game even with the number of players they have missing, but if the Rabbitohs come out swinging early, I can’t see the Panthers successfully playing catch-up.

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enrith winger Dallin WateneZelezniak has revealed he fended off a number of rival clubs to remain with the Panthers on a long-term deal.

On Monday, the club announced the 21-year-old flyer signed a new contract that will keep him at the Panthers until the end of the 2020 season.

It’s been a huge week for WateneZelezniak, who learned on Tuesday that he’d be playing alongside his brother Malakai for the first time in the top grade.

Anthony Griffin’s decision to drop three players for disciplinary reasons and an injury to Tyrone Peachey has opened the door for the Watene-Zelezniak brothers to feature together in Penrith’s backline against Souths tonight.

Speaking with Extra Time, WateneZelezniak said the Panthers club has been his home since he was 12-years-old and he’s thrilled to sign a new deal – the longest of his career.

“There are always some other options out there but I call this place home. The club has been good to me and I’m happy here,” he said.

“I’m a real family man and my family all live in Penrith. To have the support of my family and wife, that came into consideration too.”

Last week it was revealed that WateneZelezniak and his wife, Purdy, would be welcoming their first child into the world later this year.

The soon-to-be new dad said securing a long-term deal was best for his growing family’s future.

“I think I’m growing up and I wanted to know where I was going to be for a few years, so I can start a life and plan for the future,” he said.

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak has re-signed with Penrith. Photo: Melinda Jane The St Clair Comets junior said the opportunity to play his much preferred position of fullback at another NRL club did cross his mind during recent contract negotiations.

“Yes it did, but teams can change every

week and you can end up anywhere. I’ve just got to be ready for any position that comes my way down the track,” he said.

“I have got these next three years to work on not just the wing position but centre and fullback if I have to.”

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n the back of Cooper Cronk’s huge decision this week to leave the Melbourne Storm at the end of the year and move to Sydney, I can’t help but feel that life away from football is getting more and more important to NRL players.

When I retired at the end of last year, people constantly came up to me and said “you’re only 32, you can still keep playing”.

But that wasn’t it; it was me wanting to begin the next journey of my life.

I had devoted my whole life to rugby league, getting the best possible results and so much out of my body for so long.

I never saw myself not playing footy but, once I met my fiancé Maddy (pictured), I saw myself having a life outside of the game and that made my decision to retire so much easier.

You can see when Cooper talks about his fiancé Tara, that the women and families behind the game don’t always get the recognition for what they go through as well.

Maddy made a massive impact on my life.

I didn’t retire because of her but I retired because I wanted to begin my next life challenge.

I think I’d given the game enough over my career, and it seems Cooper feels the same way also.

During Tuesday’s press conference, Cooper spoke about having a family one day, and that’s what I want too.

I want to be able to walk around with my kids and play with them, but some people don’t understand that. People think you should continue playing forever and can’t understand why you’d leave all that money on the table.

Well, after having three back operations in the space of six months, I can tell you there’s more to life than footy.

Sometimes, as fans, we don’t realise the ups and downs athletes go through and the toll it takes on their families.

As athletes, we are selfish in the way that we need the attention to be on us 24/7.

I’ve found that this year I’ve been able to give myself a whole lot more to my family and to Maddy. I’ve certainly got more out of myself mentally than physically this year.

Cooper has met the right person for him

and I definitely met my partner at the right time, to be able to make that decision.

As for what Cooper does next? Well I think retiring isn’t out of the question.

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fter missing the last three weeks with a busted eye socket, Panthers secondrower James Fisher-Harris is desperate to get back on the field.

The 21-year-old Kiwi international couldn’t see out of his left eye for a few days after a collision against the Sydney Roosters back in Round 3.

Fortunately, Fisher-Harris didn’t require surgery and is itching to get back on the paddock, despite not being named in Penrith’s team to play South Sydney tonight at Pepper Stadium.

Speaking with the media on Tuesday, Fisher-Harris said he dealt with a number of symptoms following the knock.

“My eye was closed for two days, so I couldn’t really see. My jaw was also sore but everything is 100 per cent now,” he said.

“I was pretty angry after doing it but you can’t do anything about it. You just have to

rest because you can’t rush those things especially when it involves your eye.”

It may only be six rounds in but Penrith are already dealing with a number of injuries in the forwards to start the season.

With Bryce Cartwright and now Tyrone Peachey on the sidelines, Fisher-Harris said it was tough to watch his side up against the Storm pack last Saturday.

“Melbourne are a good team and our boys threw nearly everything at them. It just comes down to our defence,” he said.

“I wanted to be out there last weekend but the boys did good. I just think it’s important we get our act together at this time of the season.”

Before his injury, Fisher-Harris was starting to show fans what got him selected in New Zealand’s Four Nations team last summer.

While Fisher-Harris didn’t get too much game time over in the UK, he did learn plenty from the experience.

“I took heaps out of it, I learned how to be more professional after being around all those high quality players and learning new stuff off them,” he said.

Fisher-Harris is hopeful of returning against Cronulla next week.

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orget media training, just get players to watch Cooper Cronk’s press conference on Monday once a week until they get the message.

The bloke is all class.

With a slight crack in his voice but knowing what he was doing was right, Cronk announced he was leaving the Melbourne Storm after 14 seasons and planned to move to Sydney.

This may not have been crisis management, but it was a lesson in how to handle the media and yourself.

Cronk was happy to sit there for as long as the media wanted him. There was no media manager in the background shouting ‘last question’. No rules about what could and couldn’t be asked.

Journalists had no digging to do after the press conference because Cronk had laid everything bare.

The champion halfback also acknowledged that he was going to be the subject of plenty of speculation over the next few months as the race to win his signature in Sydney intensifies.

But rather than say he wanted to concentrate only on Melbourne, Cronk took a

different approach. He told the journalists that he accepted there would be speculation surrounding him and that he was comfortable with that.

He hinted that as the next few months unfold, there won’t be a ban on asking him about contract negotiations or his playing future. He will be an open book.

In the space of about 20 minutes Cronk delivered every player and every club a lesson in how to handle a media storm – good or bad.

He showed that not everything has to be about carefully planned media events, where players are put on tight leashes, too afraid to say anything that might be taken out of context. There was no prepared statement in sight.

I admit, as a rugby league fan I am jealous of the Melbourne Storm.

I’m jealous of the big three.

Not just because of what they can do on the football field (which is incredible in its own right) but because each of them hold the class and morals of their club so highly in every word they speak.

They constantly make themselves available, are well spoken, and have the game’s interests at heart. They know what the

game has given to them. They accept that the media, and they’ve experienced both the good and bad of it, is part of the rugby league landscape.

Cooper Cronk, take a bow. You’ve been a champion player for the Storm but based on your press conference on Monday morning, you’re a champion bloke as well.

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Benjamin is from Oxley Park Public School and he has been working hard to embrace our theme for this week, “Positive Thinking.”

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t is the intriguing sub-plot to the 1991 Grand Final that the hands of time have confined to the history books – but it remains one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in the history of the Panthers.

A day after Penrith’s 19-12 win over Canberra in the season decider, the party was still going at Panthers Leagues Club when an incredible, almost impossible to believe story took place.

Three armed bandits staged a daring $360,000 raid at the Leagues Club and in dramatic scenes, shots were fired and witnesses, including a pregnant woman and her child, had to scramble for cover.

The incident happened just before 11am on Monday, September 23, 1991.

As the Telegraph reported: “Panthers spokesperson Carl Leddy said Armaguard had officially taken possession of the cash having collected it from the club’s management and exchang-

ing it for a covering cheque. Minutes later three armed and masked thieves swooped on the two guards and escaped with the cash in what police said was an extremely well planned and executed raid”.

The three male bandits used four vehicles during the robbery.

They had posed as caterers to gain access to the perfect location to pull off the robbery.

Despite getting away with the $360,000, it could have been a much bigger hit, as the bandits left behind around $700,000 – takings from the Grand Final victory party.

Witness Carol Barber described the drama to the Telegraph at the time.

“As soon as I heard the bang I grabbed my daughter and ducked,” she said.

“All I could think of was her and I hid the both of us behind a nearby car.”

Penrith Police Sergeant, Mick O’Connor, said it was a well-planned

robbery designed to secure a significant loot.

“The crooks obviously put a lot of thought and planning into the attack,” he said.

“The fact they used four cars, including a back-up one in case the getaway vehicle broke down, proves that.”

Police also said the crooks had extensive knowledge of the layout of the club, and knew exactly where they had to be to pull off the robbery.

Quite incredibly, despite a huge police operation in the immediate aftermath of the robbery and around 40 witnesses watching the heist unfold, the 1991 raid on Panthers Leagues Club remains unsolved.

After all these years, it would seem that those involved have gotten away with one of the most high profile, daring robberies you could imagine.

At least they didn’t get their hands on the premiership trophy!

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evin Mitchell’s music career has been a tale of two very distinct personalities.

In the 90s he made a name for himself as frontman for rock band Jebediah.

But in the 2000s Kevin decided to indulge his need for something new and with acoustic guitar in hand, Bob Evans was born.

Under the pseudonym, Kevin found

the musical freedom he needed to create beautiful folk-inspired tracks that never would have made it onto a Jebediah set list.

Almost two decades later and his musical alter ego has well and truly taken over.

“With Bob Evans I’m able to completely indulge my own personal interests and loves,” Kevin explained.

“To a certain extent I will probably always be recognised as the guy from Jebediah, but Bob Evans is where 90 per cent of my musical creativity goes these days.”

Kevin/Bob will be bringing that creative energy to Katoomba next month as part of his Lonesome Highways Tour.

The successful singer/songwriter will be accompanied on his tour by all-female support acts, a tradition that started almost five years ago.

“I don’t want my shows to be ‘sausage’ parties, I don’t want the person going on before me to just be another f**king dude playing guitar,” he laughed before launching into a discussion about feminism and being an effective ally.

“It’s just really important to me that there’s gender balance on the stage, for me and for the audience as well,” he said.

“It’s only a very small thing but I feel like it’s one small thing that I can do to help promote female voices because I don’t think they’re being heard enough.”

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shared in households across the country,” President of The Australian Dysphonia Network, Louise Maher-Bale said.

Proceeds from ticket sales will go to The Australian Dysphonia Network, which provides support, information and advocacy for those living with dysphonia, a condition which affects speech.

Voices in the Valley will be on at the Evan Theatre at Penrith Panthers on Friday, April 21 at 7.30pm. To buy tickets, call 4720 5555.

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Country music star Melinda Schneider, and actress and disabilities advocate Paula Duncan (pictured), will be lending their support to this year’s series of concerts, which will be held around NSW. “We are excited to again have the support of two brilliant Australian celebrities whose voices have been

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Former Leonardo’s Bride frontwoman Abby Dobson (Baby) and violinist/singer with the celebrated string quartet FourPlay Lara Goodridge (Lulu) will embrace their French alter egos in this sassy and playful performance of French-language music.

Bringing together feminine couture, witty and seductive banter, romantic chanson and a talented band, Baby et Lulu will pay tribute to some of France’s greatest singers and songwriters in this musical trip through the streets of Paris.

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the country, with multiple sold-out club shows and festival appearances under their très chic belts.

Grab your tickets now to spend an elegant evening in the company of the exquisite Baby et Lulu.

Baby et Lulu will be performing at the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub in Springwood on Saturday, April 29 at 8pm. Tickets are $36-$38.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.bluemountainstheatre.com or call 4723 5050.

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t may have been published in 1899, but the themes in Ethel Pedley’s children’s tale ‘Dot and the Kangaroo’ are still as relevant as ever.

This school holidays the stage production ‘Creature’ will recreate this classic story that provides a glimpse into humanity’s relationship with the natural environment.

Audiences will be captivated as acrobats, stilt walkers, aerialists and breathtaking 3D technology comes together to bring the Australian bush to life on stage.

Follow along as Dot, lost in the outback and rescued by a kangaroo, is given

berries that allow her to talk to the animals.

Through her journey Dot comes to understand the negative impact humans are having on the animal’s habitat.

Engaging, enchanting and enlightening, this is a school holiday activity not to be missed.

‘Creature’ will be on at The Joan on Wednesday, April 12 at 10am, 12.30pm and 6pm and Thursday, April 13 at 10am, 12.30pm and 3pm. Tickets are $20-$25 or $80 for a family ticket (four people including at least one adult). The show is suitable for ages four and up. For more information or to purchase tickets to the show, visit www.thejoan.com.au or call 4723 7600.

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Roy Orbison Reborn Evan Theatre – 4720 5555 Saturday, Apr 8, 8.00pm, $59 Cyclone Rose – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1384 K.P – Oriental Hotel, Springwood Free entry, 8.30pm 4751 4488 Muddy Feet – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Soul Tattoo – Terrace Bar at Panthers Free entry, 10pm 1800 061 991

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Ê SBS has confirmed Myf Warhurst and Joel Creasey will be the new local hosts for the ‘Eurovision Song Contest’. The duo are replacing Julia Zemiro and Sam Pang, who bowed out after eight years together. ‘The Eurovision Song Contest’ will air from May 12-14 on SBS. Ê Sky News have sacked former politician turned controversial commentator Mark Latham following his recent comments about a Sydney high school student’s sexuality. Good call! Ê Fans of hit drama ‘True Detective’ will be happy to know that more episodes are in the pipeline. Series creator Nic Pizzolatto is working on a third season with ‘Deadwood’ creator David Milch. Reports suggest the pair are in the early stages of writing a possible third season, but as yet there is no series order by HBO. Ê Period medical drama ‘The Knick’, which screened here on Showcase, has

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Ê Two-time Olympic medallist and Penrith kayaker Jessica Fox has been announced as one of the 10 celebrity contestants on Channel Seven’s new reality cooking series ‘Hell’s Kitchen Australia’.

Filming is currently underway in Sydney, with popular chef Marco Pierre White at the helm. Fox will be joined by Lincoln Lewis, Debra Lawrance, Sam Frost, David Oldfield, Candice Falzon, Willie Mason, Pettifleur Berrenger (‘Real Housewives’), Issa Schultz (‘The Chase’) and Gary ‘Gaz’ Beadle (‘Geordie Shore’). The series, which airs later this year, puts celebrities in skills-based challenges, delivering dinner service in a restaurant with a prize going to charity.

HELL’S KITCHEN AUSTRALIA LATE 2017 CHANNEL SEVEN been axed after two seasons. Also getting the chop is fellow US series ‘The Mindy Project’, which will wrap up after six seasons.

Ê One show certainly not going anywhere any time soon is popular British series ‘Midsomer Murders’, which recently went into production for its 20th season. Ê After ‘Bones’ aired its final episode in Australia this week, star David Boreanaz has been cast in his next network project, an untitled Navy SEAL drama pilot for CBS. Ê New Netflix comedy ‘Santa Clarita Diet’ has been renewed for a second season. The series, starring Drew Barrymore and Timothy Olyphant, launched in February. Ê Nine has confirmed the new season of ‘The Voice Australia’ will premiere

on Monday, April 24. The latest season features a raft of changes to the judging panel including Boy George, Seal, Kelly Rowland and Delta Goodrem. With so many tired reality shows failing of late, it’ll be interesting to see if audiences will return to ‘The Voice’ in its sixth season.

Ê Foxtel will launch an X-Men movies pop-up channel next Friday, April 14 on Channel 400. Over the Easter long weekend, the channel will screen every X-Men movie since 2000. Ê Season six of popular political satire series ‘Veep’ returns to Showcase on Wednesday, April 26 at 8.30pm. Ê New episodes of Channel Seven’s hit dating show ‘First Dates’ return this Monday night at 7.30pm. The show will then continue with another new episode on Tuesday. The news means ‘My Kitchen Rules’ won’t air at all next week.

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‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ marks an important milestone as the very first of the Star Wars standalone films.

This epic adventure is set in a time of conflict, where a group of unexpected Rebellion heroes join forces in a bid to steal the plans for the Death Star.

The film centres around the character of Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones), a Rebellion

solider and criminal who heads the team responsible for disrupting the Empire’s plans.

There’s a few familiar names in the line-up including James Earl Jones, Forest Whitaker and Australia’s own Ben Mendelsohn.

‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ has well and truly lived up to the hype, receiving praise from critics and fans alike.

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Those lovable little blue creatures are back on the big screen with the release of the fully animated ‘Smurfs: The Lost Village’.

This time a mysterious map sends Smurfette (Demi Lovato) and her friends Clumsy (Jack McBrayer), Brainy (Danny Pudi) and Hefty (Joe Manganiello) on an adventure through the Forbidden Forest, to find a mysterious lost village before the evil wizard Gargamel (Rainn Wilson) does.

On their dangerous and action-filled journey, Smurfette and her friends will uncover the biggest secret in Smurf history.

The film features a star-studded cast

In ‘Vikings – Wolves of Midgard’ gamers will enter the Shores of Midgard, a fantasy world based around the history and mythology of the Vikings.

Throughout your adventure, you’ll battle dark creatures, fearsome giants and terrifying barrow wights as the coldest winter descends and brings forth Ragnarok – aka the end of days.

As the war to end all things unfolds you must use your skills and weapons – including a two-handed hammer – in your fight to save the worlds of Gods and men.

including Michelle Rodriguez, Julia Roberts, Mandy Patinkin, Ellie Kemper, Tituss Burgess, Ariel Winter and Gordon Ramsay ‘Smurfs: The Lost Village’ is the third release in the hugely popular Smurf film franchise and is the follow up to 2013’s ‘The Smurfs 2’.

So far the latest Smurfs instalment has received mixed reviews from critics and Box Office takings haven’t been great.

But, despite some backlash from the adults, the kids should love it!

‘Smurfs: The Lost Village’ is now showing at Hoyts Penrith located in the Westfield complex. For more information on session times visit www.hoyts.com.au.

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PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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The pace picks up as the Sun and Uranus connect in Aries and turbo-charge your fiery energy. Plus Tuesday’s Full Moon also revs up your relationship zone.

Activities with a fast tempo suit – from travel and sport to social media and entrepreneurial projects. With one big proviso. Be careful what you blurt out. If you don’t self-edit, then you could end up with a messy misunderstanding on your hands.

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

With Uranus and the Full Moon firing up your tempestuous nature, you’re amped up and ready to perform as you let your hair down and overdo just about everything! But don’t let overconfidence trip you up this week. Your head’s full of ambitious dreams and spectacular schemes, but they’ll only work if you can persuade other people to contribute to Team Leo. You’ll find creative collaboration will take you a lot further.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

With communication planet Mercury now moving backwards through your sign, you’ll have to be careful how you give and receive information. If in doubt, don’t hesitate to double-check. Plus avoid starting major ventures or signing important contracts until after May 3.

Instead, be patient and focus your attention on revising, researching or reworking current projects.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Boredom is a big no-no at the moment for active and vibrant Virgos, so make sure adventure and excitement feature in your plans for the week. Under the influence of Tuesday’s Full Moon, an intimate relationship could suddenly veer off in a totally unexpected direction. And with your ruler Mercury now retrograde, expect some annoying hitches and hiccups at over the next three weeks.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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Tuesday’s Full Moon stimulates your friendship zones, so those around you can look forward to some surprises, amusing antics or manic moments from you and your merry band of mates. But keep in mind that Mercury is now in retrograde motion until May 3. So make sure you back-up all your files; allow plenty of time to get to appointments; and double-check everything as you carefully revise, reschedule and re-do.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

A loved one, close friend, business partner or professional rival could stun you by making a surprise move. So make sure you’re prepared with a few fast moves of your own! Is your love life stuck on auto-pilot? Uranus encourages you to blast away the cobwebs and look at things from a fresh angle. Singles – are you fed up with dating disasters? The planets urge you to look for love and passion in unlikely places.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Looking after loved ones isn’t easy at the moment, as you struggle to juggle your personal and professional lives.

Tuesday’s Full Moon falls in your home zone, so be on domestic drama alert and realise that stress levels will be running high – and self-control running low. Plus pursuing your dreams won’t be a direct journey. Plenty of patience/persistence are required before you taste success.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Some stubborn Scorpios can too easily get stuck in a stultifying daily regime.

This week it’s time to ricochet out of your usual routine and do something completely different. Variety is the spice of life, as you experiment with exciting new activities – and welcome sudden detours and disruptions. But the more you try to control others, the more they are likely to resist.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

This week’s fiery Full Moon stars are fabulous for romance, friendships, hobbies, sport, entertainment, creative endeavours and group projects. With your sparky Sagittarian mojo and momentum running on high speed, you’re ready to rock and roll! But Mercury and Venus are both retrograde for most of the week. So you need to take your foot out of your mouth and communicate with more care and consideration, especially at home.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

When it comes to your domestic life, a dash of disruption may be just what the doctor ordered! So it’s a good week to shake things up on the home front as you redesign, redecorate, renovate or entertain unexpected guests. But with Mercury retrograde, be very clear when you’re communicating with family and friends. What they say and what you hear may be two different things.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

This week’s electric planetary aspects help you communicate your innovative ideas with extra pizazz, as you connect with like-minded people via joint ventures with influential and/or international contacts. And make sure you leverage the power of social media to get your message out in exciting and inventive ways. But remember there’s a fine line between being rebellious and just plain reckless.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Are you going on a holiday or business trip? With Mercury reversing through your travel zone, expect some chaos and confusion. So double-check your itinerary and make allowances for delays, cancellations and other last minute changes.

You also need to look at your financial situation with a fresh set of eyes. You can’t fix entrenched problems with old solutions!

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Is a Self Managed Super Fund the right idea for you?

Taking an interest in your superannuation is very important, but could managing your own funds for retirement be a good idea for you?

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It will be very hard for you to say no after looking into her beautiful eyes. At 10 years old she has found herself at the shelter with no owner in sight and will be ready to go to a new home.

In recent times, Self Managed Super Funds (SMSF) have become very popular and, for many investors, they represent an excellent vehicle to manage their retirement assets.

It is my belief that for many Australians who have an SMSF, it is not the most appropriate structure. Truth be known, often the person recommending the fund benefits greatly. As a financial planner, an SMSF client is gold as they are generally high revenue clients. The same applies for accountants and those involved with property investment, we are all incentivised to recommend an SMSF. Is this best for the client? Often the answer is ‘yes’, it is a great option, however, in a lot of other situations, I’m less confident that an SMSF is appropriate.

If you are considering setting up an SMSF, the first thing you should do is read the ATO guide, “Setting up a Self Managed Super Fund”.

The ATO lists four primary considerations: 1. Consider whether you have the time,

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knowledge and skill to manage your own super fund, as well as having the assets and money to make the fund viable.

2. Compare the costs and benefits of running an SMSF with other retirement saving options.

3. Make sure you are setting up the fund solely to pay retirement benefits to the members or the members’ dependants in the event of a member’s passing.

4. Check you understand what is involved in managing your own fund and what it means to be a trustee.

These considerations highlight a few key points for me. Firstly, not everyone has the knowledge and skill (or inclination) to run an SMSF. Although you are expected to seek professional advice, the responsibility and accountability can’t be transferred and the buck ultimately stops with the trustee.

Having sufficient assets to make the fund viable is also very important. My licensee won’t even let us contemplate an SMSF with anything less than $200,000.

This is a minimum, and in some cases may not even be sufficient.

The second consideration involves comparing costs and benefits. It should be noted that it is not cheap to establish an SMSF, the ATO provide an establishment estimate of $7,000. In addition, financial planning fees are usually higher for SMSF

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clients and you will also incur accounting fees. This is on top of all fees associated with the investments within the SMSF. If you’re planning on investing in traditional super assets such as term deposits, managed funds and direct shares, the cost/benefit can be easily assessed. If you’re choosing to invest in other assets that can’t be accessed through a superannuation platform, most commonly direct property, then it is more difficult to compare.

Self Managed Super Funds can be a terrific option, but are not one-size-fitsall and you should seek advice.

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Are you looking for a fun, energetic, happy dog to join your family? Then this girl may be for you, at 9 months old she is still full of puppy bounce with a beautiful nature. She is a sweet girl that loves treats and playing with toys.

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Diabetics face challenges during colder months

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Winter can be a difficult time for people with Diabetes...

Amy Meekings Podiatrist OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

Foot care for individuals with Diabetes is important at all times, however with the cooler weather approaching us, a change in our routine is imminent and can pose a risk to our foot health.

Diabetic affected feet can present with altered sensation and a reduction in blood circulation.

As a result, cuts, wounds, blisters, and other foot lesions, may not be causing any pain and you may inaccurately determine hot-cold temperatures.

Additionally, a reduction in blood flow can delay healing. When poorly managed, infection may develop and the risk of ulcerations rise with the potential to lead to amputations.

Prevention of Diabetic foot related complications is always the best management and here are a few ways to help your feet survive the winter months.

Check your feet daily Since neural sensation is altered, it is important to check your feet by looking at them and feeling for any changes. If you find it difficult to see the bottom, a mirror can be helpful or ask a relative to assist.

Keep your feet dry Dry thoroughly between your toes and avoid leaving shoes outside in the winter

frost where they can become damp.

Moisture between the toes is a perfect environment for fungal infections to develop.

Excessive heat can dehydrate the skin and can cause burns to occur. Avoid sitting directly in front of a heat source such as heaters, car foot heater and open fireplaces. Also monitor water temperatures when bathing. Instead use socks and slippers to keep your feet warm.

Soaking your feet in excessively warm or hot water also reduces skin moisture and can cause macerated skin. Minimise soaking to luke warm water and always apply a moisturiser after.

Apply an emollient every day to restore foot moisture all over the feet avoiding the spaces in between the toes.

Keep your nails well-trimmed Long, irregular nails, especially in enclosed footwear, can cause trauma to the surrounding skin.

It is always best to have your nails managed by a Podiatrist if you have Diabetes.

Podiatrists are trained to perform neurovascular assessments to assess your risk of Diabetic foot related complications and can appropriately determine a management plan specific for your needs and situation.

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How to tackle digestive issues or annoying food intolerances Too often we put up with digestive problems without going through the proper channels to find out what’s going on...

Kate Reid Nutritionist kate.reid@ westernweekender.com.au @kate_reid6

Food can help keep our bodies healthy, but it can also cause some pretty nasty symptoms in those with food intolerances or digestive issues.

So what’s the best plan of attack when food is no longer your friend?

Don’t self diagnose If you think you may be suffering from a food intolerance or digestive issue it’s important to start with a visit to your GP. Many symptoms such as abdominal pain and diarrhoea can be caused by more serious medical issues, so it’s important to rule those out first.

Your GP can also refer you for tests to check for conditions like coeliac disease, chron’s disease and colitis.

Keep a food and symptom diary It’s hard to keep track of everything you eat and how you feel throughout the day so consider keeping a diary.

Making note of everything you eat and any symptoms you experience can help to identify which foods may be contributing to your symptoms.

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FODMAP foods are avoided, followed by a reintroduction phase where foods are added back to the diet one by one to identify which foods can be tolerated and at what quantities.

The diet is quite complex as FODMAPs are present in a range of different foods across many of the food groups, so it’s important to follow the diet under the guidance of a dietitian.

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tion advice the best approach is to get a referral to see an Accredited Practicing Dietitian.

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Try low FODMAP There’s a family of carbohydrates called FODMAPs (Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides and Polyols) that have been identified as potential triggers for IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome).

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And when recently offered a sip of a just-released 2015 from Apple Tree Flat in the NSW Central Ranges, we told ourselves that here was yet another reason for our love of the variety… although we did have one query: how come one of such elegance and complexity could be sitting on our local liquor store shelves at just $13?

So we put our query to the 2015’s winemaker Peter Logan, who confessed his own love of the variety, and added: “When handled with respect and allowed to show its true elegance, this one’s proof as to just what can be achieved at any price point.”

Peter also spoke of the 2015 vintage that he described as a joy in his NSW Central Ranges, the region enjoying a sunny and dry spring and summer, and mild temperatures throughout both seasons. And all of which, he says, then continued into autumn, ensuring a harvest of richly flavoured grapes with good texture and varietal character, and thus this ultimately lovely chardonnay with its flavours of pear, lemon and nectarine before a long clean finish.

A really great drop with seafood party platters or a dinner of grilled salmon.

One to note: T’gallant that was founded amid the rolling hills of Main Ridge on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula in 1990, has a nice range of bubblies pitched at the growing market for quality sparklings priced around $15 to $20 (pictured).

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New hair, new you: Time to freshen up your style If you want a new look, why not start with your hair? A new style and a new colour awaits...

Alyce Madden Westfield Penrith Follow me on Instagram @styled.by.alyce

Looking for the latest pick-me-up might be as simple as freshening up your hair colour with the latest looks leaving you spoilt for choice!

For a dramatic change to your flat locks look no further than the biggest trend right now ‘Goede Hair’.

Just like the shimmering gemstone itself, this look is all about adding magic with reflective amethyst and icy moonstone blue shining throughout your hair!

Completely different to the fairy floss rainbow hair of last year, this is all about mimicking the inside of an iridescent crystal.

Have your hair stylist start from the bottom and work their way up your head, focusing on lightening the length of your hair leaving your roots your natural colour, concentrating on piecing the purple through your mid lengths then melting blue colour on ends, combing inbetween to ensure a flawless blend!

Style hair once completely dry in soft tousled waves.

The next look’s definitely one for the brave!

Move over platinum blonde hair, it’s

time to embrace nature taking its course, it’s all about grey hair! Or as we like to call it, silver!

Requiring a lot of maintenance but still being simple to achieve, have your hair bleached to the lightest blonde instead of having those greys covered.

Make sure you tone out all yellow and brassiness leaving no trace of blonde.

Go in with a purple shampoo toner every couple of washes to keep your cool toned look perfection. I love De Lorenzo Nova Fusion Silver shampoo, a strong violet coloured treatment and shampoo in one from Hairhouse Warehouse at Westfield Penrith.

If going grey is too much commitment for right now, opt for striking ashen brown hair.

Amplifying a tan or simply suiting cooler skin tones, pretty ash brown shades create dimension throughout your strands with flecks of blue or grey.

The next hair trend might be as easy as reaching for the Ghd especially if you already have some length to work with!

‘Cher Hair’, sleek and classy, the ultimate in gloriously glossy, waist length locks is currently having a moment.

When Kim Kardashian came back into the spotlight from her hiatus she sported the long silky locks sparking the trend amongst other celebrities, Nicki Minaj one upping the star by taking Cher hair to another level and wearing dark, pin straight, floor sweeping hair!

For celebrities they often trick us into thinking they’ve gone for a massive colour change or chop but more realistically they’ve just got an amazing hairstylist with some great wigs to hook them up with!

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Chocolate is dangerous to pets, particularly at Easter time when we often have so much more of it in the house. It is one of the more common causes of poisoning in dogs. The toxic components within chocolate are theobromine and caffeine, these are called methylxanthines. All animals are susceptible to the effects of methyxanthines. Luckily for humans this dose is so high you would have to eat a huge amount of chocolate or drink a large amount of coffee to be affected.

Unfortunately for our pets the dose is very low.

The toxicity of chocolate depends on the type. The higher the chocolate solids the more toxic it is. From most to least toxic are cocoa powder, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, chocolate flavoured products and white chocolate. A small amount of chocolate can be deadly.

If your dog eats any amount of chocolate, it is important to immediately contact your veterinarian for advice. It can be determined if a toxic dose has been ingested by knowing the pet’s weight, the

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The symptoms of toxicity depend on the amount of chocolate eaten. The higher the dose the more signs are seen. They generally start with vomiting, diarrhoea, progress to increased heart rate and heart arrhythmias. In severe cases, affected animals can even seizure and die.

There is no antidote available so treatment is generally supportive. If the ingestion was within the previous few hours then medications can be used to induce vomiting. This may reduce the amount of toxin absorbed but may not prevent clinical signs. Medications such as activated charcoal can be given orally to bind up any left over toxin. Animals that are already showing symptoms are also usually placed on intravenous fluids to help flush the toxin from their body.

Gastric protectants are often required. If heart abnormalities are noted specific medications to stabilise the heart are required. If seizures occur anti-seizure medications are given to control them until the body clears the toxin. The toxins within chocolate can take days to be fully metabolized by the body.

The high fat content of most chocolate products can also trigger a metabolic disease called pancreatitis in dogs. This is a potentially life threatening disease.

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For others, it is a symbol to identify a church. Still for others, a cross is used to mark a grave: a powerful yet sad reminder of death.

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The message about the cross on which Jesus died has a central place in the Bible. The Apostle Paul, speaking about the cross, wrote to the Christians in the ancient Greek city of Corinth, “What I

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Three rounds of the prestigious tournament will be held at various courses across western Sydney including Richmond Golf Club, Glenmore Heritage Valley in Mulgoa and Stonecutters Ridge.

Speaking with the Weekender, Tournament Director Les Knox said the Western Sydney Region Veterans Golfers Association were proud to be hosting the event for the fourth straight year.

“The Strokeplay Championship caters to male golfers over 55 years and of all abilities,” he said.

“It’s been recognised as the most important event for veteran golfers and is even endorsed by Golf NSW as one their Senior Order of Merit events.”

More than 135 golfers of all abilities are expected to take part in the Championships, which take place at three courses from this Monday, April 10 until Wednesday, April 12.

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“The youngest competitor this year is 56 and we’ve got two elderly gentlemen competing – one is 82-years-old and the other 84.”

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Teams will swim, ride and run their way to triathlon glory while raising money and boosting awareness around the link between mental health, exercise and healthy working relationships.

Up to 2000 participants will compete at the Sydney International Regatta Centre when competition gets underway on Sunday, April 23.

Competitors will meet fellow industry counterparts as well as members of the local community and business owners.

Australian Corporate Triathlon and Beyondblue Ambassador, Libby Trickett, hopes the event encourages people to take up exercise, not just for their physical health but for their mental wellbeing as well.

“We’re all so busy with work and family commitments these days and exercising is a great way to wind down and take some time out, just for yourself,” she said.

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Fun, serious competition and a good cause all combine at the Australian Corporate Triathlon Series “Depression and anxiety can be treated and it doesn’t have to hold you back.

“If you’re having a tough time, the important thing is to talk to someone – it could be your partner, a trusted friend or GP – and get support that’s right for you.”

Penrith Mayor John Thain said there was no better place to hold the upcoming

Australian Corporate Triathlon than right in our very own backyard.

“This is the first time the event has been held outside of Sydney Harbour and it’s coming to a world-class Olympic facility in the heart of the Adventure Capital of NSW,” he said.

“The event is open to all businesses and

organisations, and I’d love to see some of our local businesses register teams and show NSW our competitive spirit.”

Local individuals and teams are still encouraged to participate and show their community spirit. For more information and to register, visit www.corporatetriathlonseries.com.au/sydney.

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Locals tumble their way to success at State Champs

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ocal gymnasts from the Kachan School of Tumbling and Performance came home with excellent results at last week’s Gymnastics NSW Senior State Championships.

The school took out seven tumbling State Championship titles, along with coming out on top in the team tumbling event.

Glenmore Park teen Ethan McGuiness took out the men’s junior tumbling while Emu Heights resident Jack Hemmings went home with the men’s senior tumbling title.

The club’s younger members also had a successful day with Joshua Blench and Mackenzie Lewis taking home the U11’s men’s and women’s tumbling titles respectively.

The 2017 Senior State Championships sees the top gymnasts from across NSW compete across five gymsports, over two action-packed weekends of gymnastics.

Last weekend saw 250 of the state’s finest acrobatic and trampoline gymnasts battle it out in the premier State Championship competition.

“Senior State Championships is always a great reminder of the exceptional talent we have in NSW,” Gymnastics NSW CEO, Aaron Bloomfield said.

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he Western Sydney Wanderers are now just one win away from securing their place in the 2017 A-League finals.

After a roller coaster season, where coach Tony Popovic was under fire to keep his job, the Wanderers have managed to turn their fortunes around on the back of three straight wins.

Western Sydney’s latest victory was a 3-0 thumping of the Newcastle Jets last Saturday at McDonald Jones Stadium.

A Robbie Cornthwaite double and a loan goal from Jaushua Sotirio produced the goods for the Wanderers in the much-

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needed win. Despite missing Brendon Santalab and Mitch Nichols, Popovic praised his younger players for stepping up.

“It’s a good group that we have, we had three youngsters start the game and they all did well,” he said.

“You’ve got players who are 19 and 20-years-old contributing and the experience they’ll gain this year will only benefit them.”

The fifth-placed Wanderers can cement their place in the finals this Saturday when they take on Melbourne Victory at ANZ Stadium.

A win will secure the Wanderers a place in the post-season while a draw may also be enough with two games remaining.

Gymnasts did the local area proud “With the remarkable results displayed over the weekend, our athletes are well positioned for the upcoming National Championships in May and World Championships later this year.”

The 2017 Gymnastics NSW Senior State Championships will continue in Rooty Hill this weekend.

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Helmets will boost safety for cricketers

Teen selected to wear the green and gold but needs to raise $8,000 in sponsorship revenue

Story continued from » p. 80 “We are always proud to be supporting our local community and we’re happy to be providing local teams with these helmets to encourage a safe and active lifestyle,” Mr Garton said.

“We hope to see great things from all the local clubs who will be receiving helmets.”

Cricket NSW CEO, Andrew Jones, said he was proud that Cricket NSW was partnering on this initiative with the popular restaurant, who have been a long term supporter of developing cricket in NSW. “Cricket is a sport for all and we are committed to making cricket as safe as it is fun for every boy and girl in NSW,” he said.

“This partnership with McDonald’s means that all junior clubs right across the state have the opportunity for their teams to play with the latest in helmet technology.”

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ocal teenage futsal star Patrick Mahoney has been selected to represent Australia in the United Kingdom and Spain later this

year.

The 16-year-old Jamisontown resident will travel to Europe this November to go up against some of the best young futsal players in the world.

Speaking with the Weekender, the Western Wolves player said he was chosen to represent his country after being scouted at a recent Australian Futsal Association Nationals competition.

“I didn’t know anyone was watching us play at the time but I ended up playing my best and got selected,” Patrick said.

“It was an amazing feeling to be chosen because I didn’t think I’d get picked at all.”

While the talented teen has represented his state in the past, he’s never had the privilege of donning the green and gold.

Patrick said his parents introduced him to the popular sport six years ago.

“My parents got me involved in futsal and I ended up enjoying it a lot more than outdoor soccer because the field is smaller and there’s less players,” he said.

“I’ve made a lot of friends playing futsal

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16-year-old Jamisontown futsal star Patrick Mahoney. Photo: Melinda Jane and I can’t wait to make even more when I go overseas at the end of the year.”

However, for Patrick’s international dream to become a reality, he needs to fork out a whopping $8,000 to pay for the trip.

Patrick said he’s looking for local sponsors to jump on board.

“I promise to try my hardest and be

there for my teammates…. I just really want to go over there and play,” he pleaded.

“Hopefully some local businesses can get behind me and make my dream come true.”

To help support Patrick’s endeavours, email his mum Elizabeth at mahoney. family@bigpond.com.

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Around the grounds RUGBY: The new-look Penrith Emus have been hammered by Gordon 66-24 in the opening round of the Shute Shield competition. Penrith were still in the game at half-time with Gordon leading 28-12, but were unable to conjure up a comeback in the second half. This Saturday afternoon the Emus will return to Nepean Rugby Park to battle Eastwood in Round 2.

CRICKET: The Penrith Cricket Club will hold their annual Presentation Night on June 3.

BASKETBALL: After enjoying last weekend off, Penrith will return to the court this Saturday evening when they take on the Sutherland Sharks in Round 6 of the Division 1 Youth League Men’s competition.

Meanwhile, Penrith’s Division 1 Youth League Women’s team will also return to action when they face the Bankstown Bruins this weekend.

NETBALL: After a shock loss last week, Giants Netball have returned to form with a bang, defeating cross-town rivals the NSW Swifts 59-56. The Giants looked shaky when they trailed by five goals late in the third but, with the game on the line, charged home with a 17-10 final quarter. The Giants will travel to the Gold Coast this Saturday to take on the Queensland Firebirds.

RUGBY LEAGUE: Round 8 of the NSWRL Junior Representative season wrapped up last weekend with terrible results for Penrith’s SG Ball and Harold Matthews teams. In the SG Ball competition, Penrith lost to Cronulla 24-18 while in the Harold Matthews competition, Penrith were belted by the Sharks 38-12.

This Saturday Penrith will take on the South Sydney Rabbitohs in both grades at Redfern Oval.

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unior cricket in Penrith has been given a welcome boost thanks to an initiative from McDonald’s Garton Group and Cricket NSW. The program aims to ensure all junior cricket clubs have access to the latest safety equipment, encouraging the youth of NSW to lead a safe and active lifestyle.

The Penrith Junior Cricket Association has received 16 of the newest Masuri cricket helmets, featuring the latest StemGuard protection.

Facilitated by McDonald’s and Cricket NSW, the helmets have been bought to share with the state’s junior cricket clubs throughout metropolitan and regional NSW. With new helmet standards being introduced Australia-wide in the 2019/20 season, the new equipment provided by Cricket NSW and McDonald’s will assist Penrith clubs with the transition by relieving some of the financial burden associated with the evolution.

McDonald’s Licensee, Ian Garton, said he was thrilled to play a part in the program.

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McDonald’s Penrith Licensee, Ian Garton, presenting the helmets. Photo: Melinda Jane

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