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ondonderry residents say they are fearful of what they aren’t being told, as the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) investigates local PFAS contamination.

The investigation, which was launched back in 2016, is looking into the historic use of fire-

fighting foams at the Londonderry TestSafe Australia site.

Over the past few months some residents have received letters, notifying them of the contamination of Rickabys Creek, which runs through several Londonderry properties.

Poly-fluoroalkyl substances or PFAS is mainly used to extinguish fires but, if consumed, can cause serious toxic effects, from infant birth defects to cancer.

PFAS is present in a number of everyday items, so people are expected to have some form present in their blood, but it can be very serious for those who have ingested it or have ongoing exposure.

The EPA has warned residents to not drink, consume, wash or garden with the creek water, but Robert Craig is worried it’s too little too late for his family, who have been consuming from fruit trees watered by the creek water for years.

“We’re very worried,” Mr Craig said.

“The test is over $600 per person to get checked for PFAS, we’re a family of six so $3500 is a lot of money when you start looking at it that way.”

Rickabys Creek also received PFAS contamination from the Richmond RAAF base back in 2016, with locals returning positive tests for high contamination in their blood.

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senior manager who siphoned off more than $200,000 from his employer to “feather his own nest” has been jailed for at least eight months.

Over six years, plumber Jason Grant Brown used his position of trust to drain Penrith trades business HIX Group of a total of $223,863, Penrith Local Court heard.

The extensive fraud, which included using company credit cards, fraudulently obtaining materials and labour for personal use, and selling 136 hot water systems on eBay, was only discovered in 2018 after a staff member conducted an audit of the books.

Last Friday, the 49- year - old was sentenced to two years in jail with an eight- month non- parole period, after pleading guilty to more than 125 counts of ‘dishonestly obtain property by deception’ and eight counts of ‘dishonestly obtain financial advantage by deception’.

The prosecution submitted Brown’s motivation was “clearly personal greed” and argued a prison sentence was required to provide “real bite” and deter others from committing serious cases of “white collar crime”.

He said HIX Group was a small to

medium enterprise and the amount of money needed to be balanced against the size of the company.

Brown’s counsel pointed out the offender was suitable for alternatives to full- time custody, had a low risk of re-offending, did not pose a safety risk to the community and was a person of prior good character.

Despite this, Acting Magistrate Peter Miszalski refused to hand down a community- based sentence or home detention.

He accepted Brown was remorseful but concluded he had “cunningly deceived” his employer to effectively “improve his own lot” and “feather his own nest”.

“This is a young man who wanted to get somewhere in a hurry,” he said.

“Cases like this have always been dealt with in a particular way – a jail sentence.

I’m not going to impose an ICO (Intensive Correction Order).

“It’s a tragedy you’re here and an embarrassment to your family,” he added.

Brown’s family was in court to show support.

HIX Group is likely to seek financial redress through other channels, the court heard, with Acting Magistrate Miszalski only capable of ordering a maximum of $100,000 in compensation.

Brown will be eligible for release on parole on April 22, 2020.

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el Cosgrove’s daughter requires mental health assistance, but she says there’s a lack of resources locally to help her and other children facing similar issues.

The mother from Cranebrook reached out for help when her daughter had episodes of being physically violent only to be turned away due to lack of resources.

When Ms Cosgrove and her husband’s 11- year- old daughter, Charlotte, started having episodes of rage, hearing voices and expressing thoughts of self- harm, they turned to the public health system.

“She jumped on me, pinned me down and laid across my face so I couldn’t breathe which scared me so I rang the Mental Health Line, who said if you are concerned for your safety go to Nepean Hospital triage,” Ms Cosgrove said.

“After waiting an hour- and- a- half in Emergency she was so exhausted she fell asleep and woke up like a normal kid, so they said they didn’t have the facilities and they sent us home but said to call the police next time.”

Five days later the family had a similar experience at Westmead Children’s Hospi-

tal where they were promised a follow up, which they never received.

The family then sought out private help where Charlotte was diagnosed with Mood Dysregulation Disorder, which can lead to bi-polar if not treated.

“Luckily my husband and I could pay the initial $500 up front for the consultation but there is no child psychologist in the Penrith area and waiting lists are months’ long, but we didn’t have time to wait,” Ms Cosgrove said.

“You would think in an area the size of Penrith there would be more for this age group and there needs to be more awareness as there just isn’t a priority for it and these kids are slipping through the cracks.”

A spokesperson from the office of the Minister for Mental Health, Bronwyn Taylor, said across Sydney’s west, a wide range of mental health services are offered to children and young people in the NSW public health system.

“The Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District provides mental health services for children aged five to 18 with moderate to severe mental health issues through the Child Youth Mental Health Service in the community,” the spokesperson said.

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up to 10 beds will be built on the Nepean Hospital campus.”

Ms Cosgrove said her experience shows there’s a lot more work to be done.

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hen I was a kid, I tried my hand at a range of sports at the urging of my parents and I’m proud to say I was very consistent at all of them. Consistently ordinary, that is.

There was my stunning soccer career, only halted by my inability to stay on side and an embarrassing situation of running towards the wrong goal when I finally did get a chance with the ball.

From there it was tennis. Hand- eye coordination is not my thing, I learned.

I gave swimming a go too, but as a recent cruise in which I nearly drowned while attempting snorkelling proved, Ian Thorpe I am not.

Bicycle riding? While attempting my own Tour de Jamisontown, I rode into a parked car, flipped over the top of it, broke my leg and ended up in hospital for six months.

It’s safe to say my trophy cabinet is pretty empty. A participation trophy from soccer and a slight limp from the broken leg is about all I’ve collected.

I do have a couple of legitimate trophies from when I turned to a sport more befitting my body shape and skillset – ten pin bowling.

Yep, I was pretty crap at sport, and eventually I gave up which probably robbed me of some of the close friendships that sport can so often produce through your teenage years.

But sport still taught me a fair bit, even if it was that I wasn’t very good at it.

It taught me about winning and losing, about things not going your way and about failure.

Nothing wrong with failure, or admitting you’re not good at something. It breeds creativity and challenge.

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“Lying to our kids about success and failure is only setting them up for problems down the track”

I use much of what I learned from my failed sporting ventures in life today, particularly in business.

For most people, taking part in sport is the first time you learn that not everything goes your way in life.

You learn how to deal with disappointment, how to turn failure into success and how to turn in a different direction when need be.

But such lessons are under threat as we move more and more towards lying to our kids about how good they are.

School athletics carnivals where everyone gets a ribbon, even the kid who comes last because he either didn’t try or just wasn’t good enough.

Auskick? No match results, no ladder and no Finals.

Junior rugby league with no scoreboard and no Finals.

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Carr- Gregg has been very vocal about this issue, saying mollycoddling in junior sport is creating issues for a generation of children with greater anxiety levels than ever before.

“Where is the evidence base from any study anywhere in the world that this is advantageous for children,” Carr- Gregg told The Daily Telegraph.

“Professor Harriet Hissock, from the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, her recent research showed Australian teenagers are being diagnosed with mental health problems, like anxiety, at an alarming rate.

“Yes, social media has a lot to do with this, but I think this whole idea of not being competitive, never failing and just focusing on participation is eventually contributing to young people’s anxiety levels.

“Young people aren’t learning how to be resilient.”

We are building a generation of kids who are more wrapped in cotton wool than ever before, with helicopter parents who try to protect them from reality, to their detriment down the track.

In the end, my parents let me quit sport because they knew I was failing at it and so did I. It allowed me to focus on other things, and become successful in other areas.

Being honest with our kids should be at the forefront of what we do as parents.

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Federal Election commitment to improve safety of Great River Walk to be fulfilled NICOLA BARTON

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ighting will be installed along the Great River Walk from Jamison Road to Nepean Avenue in a major safety boost to one of Penrith’s most popular recreation areas.

Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh joined Assistant Minister for Customs, Community Safety and Multicultural Affairs Jason Wood on Tuesday to discuss the $1 million improvement.

Mr Wood said the lighting will enhance the tourist attraction to be not only something to do during the day, but at night as well.

“We committed over $1 million for the Great River Walk safety upgrade project and it is great to see that this will provide extra safety to people in Lindsay. People deserve to feel safe,” he said.

After having the issue brought to her attention during her Federal Election campaign, Ms McIntosh said she was excited to help deliver the project.

“I met with local business owners and with community representatives such as Gai Hawthorn of the Penrith CBD Corporation during the campaign. We have worked hard to deliver this infrastructure and we have ensured that local residents

Jason Wood and Melissa McIntosh on the Great River Walk earlier this week. Photo: Megan Dunn and families accessing the Nepean River can feel safe,” she said.

“The lack of lighting near the Great River Walk has been a concern for some residents, particularly women, and this funding will deliver lighting from end to end so everyone can enjoy our river.”

The commitment is part of a $1.2 million package from the Federal Government’s Community Safety Package.

Council remains neutral on plan to raise dam wall ALENA HIGGINS

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enrith Council will push for road infrastructure investment to boost flood evacuation capacity as part of its submission on the State Government’s plan to raise the Warragamba Dam wall.

Council remains neutral and neither supports nor opposes the raising given the Environment Impact Statement is not finalised or released.

However, it will “strongly encourage” the Government to undertake a concurrent business case for the Castlereagh Connection, a predominately Government- owned strategic route proposed since 1951.

Council says the development of the Castlereagh/Bells Line of Road Connection between the M7 Motorway and Londonderry has substantial cost benefit, not only for the efficiencies it will create during an evacuation scenario, but for day-to-day congestion savings.

Councillor Kevin Crameri said it would be “total and utter chaos” on the roads if a major flood struck the region again, with mass self- evacuations by private vehicles potentially bringing existing road links to a standstill and compromising lives.

“Most people are going to say ‘it can’t happen, it won’t happen again’, but they forget,” he said, pointing out those

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under the age of 40 would not have experienced a large flood locally.

Cr Crameri said with modern development, the crisis could be worse than some of Penrith’s worst floods.

“During the Great Flood of 1867 there were a lot of trees, virgin land and everything else which absorbed water,” Cr Crameri said.

“Now we have tar and cement and roofs and piping, the flood is going to come to that height quicker than what it would have normally, so we actually have less time than they did.”

A number of major evacuation routes out of the floodplain come via Penrith LGA roads, with Council stressing the need for an increased focus on providing adequate road infrastructure to facilitate safe, orderly and efficient egress.

“The Hawkesbury- Nepean Valley is widely acknowledged as one of the highest risk areas for flood risk in NSW, if not Australia”, according to Council’s submission.

If a 1 in 100 year flood occurred today, more than 64,000 people would need to be evacuated.

Currently, the Bureau of Meteorology can provide around eight to 15 hours warning ahead of a flood reaching a certain height.

In June, the Legislative Council established a select committee to probe the State Government’s proposal to raise the dam wall by at least 14 metres.

Penrith Council will also receive funding for the installation of CCTV cameras in Kingswood around the shopping village on Bringelly Road, at Werrington shops along Victoria Street, and at the Veness Place car park in St Marys.

Ms McIntosh and Mr Wood also met with Penrith CBD Corporation CEO Gai Hawthorn to announce $35,000 for CCTV cameras on High Street.

“This safety package is part of my plan for Lindsay and I look forward to working with our local organisations to see the CCTV cameras and lighting delivered,” Ms McIntosh said.

Council will now determine how to use the money to provide the best possible outcome for lighting along the Nepean River Walk. Using solar powered lighting may be considered.

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Fears over beauty trend Lack of proper regulation sparks health concerns over eyelash extension boom NICOLA BARTON

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ith the rise of social media influencers and the likes of the Kardashians, more and more women are jumping on board the trend of eyelash extensions.

But beauty therapists are sounding warning alarms with a boom in demand resulting in an influx of locals doing quick online courses to offer the service.

Despite women all over the world reporting horror stories of hair loss, infections and chemical burns from eyelash extensions gone wrong, the industry lacks regulation, putting people at serious risk.

The process of lash extensions involves attaching synthetic fibres to individual natural lashes.

This is done by using medical grade adhesive and is an intricate and tedious process.

However, without adequate regulations, there are no concrete rules around training, hygiene, application methods or even the quality of materials used.

BeautylanebyB owner, Bianca Jones is a qualified lash technician with seven years’ experience.

She has both witnessed and corrected some questionable work and noted a time

Bianca Jones carefully handles an eyelash extension procedure. Photo: Megan Dunn a client came to her for help after going somewhere that used what she suspects was nail glue.

“We have health checks from Council but at the end of the day Council aren’t going to know much about lash extensions, so more regulations around this is important,” Ms Jones told the Weekender.

“When you find a course you need to know the basics – hygiene, insurance and the health of the lash. I truly believe you can’t learn from just words, it’s a practical thing and you need someone watching over you to make sure you’re applying correctly.”

The Weekender contacted the Depart-

ment of Health for comment, which referred us to the NSW Health Ministry.

The NSW Health Ministry stated they weren’t in a position to respond to the issue and said that the NSW Department of Fair Trading was the regulator of the beauty industry.

But Fair Trading denied it was the regulator and it can only comment on consumer rights such as specific unsatisfactory performance. Fair Trading said the Department of Health should make comment.

Hair and Beauty Association CEO, Sandra Campitelli, said she fears what it’s going to have to take to make the government listen to calls for regulations, as it is clear the issue is being brushed aside.

“People are just not protected at all and when something goes wrong it tarnishes the industry’s reputation,” she said.

“There’s a lot of these quick courses that don’t have much substance, but the Government just aren’t interested.”

Whilst there are a wealth of courses out there that are extensive and offer quality training, the ability to take the quick and easy option is still on the table.

Ms Campitelli urged those looking to receive the service to do their research, ask questions and seek recommendations you trust.

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wners of dogs considered dangerous or of a restricted breed will be forced to pay an annual fee of $195 under a new Local Government law.

It will come into full effect next July to serve as a “disincentive to owning ‘problem’ dogs” and “encourage owners to better manage the behaviour of their animal”.

The restricted dog breeds in NSW include American Pit Bull Terriers, Tosas, Dogo Argentinos, Fila Brasileiros and Perro de Presa Canarios.

Owners of these breeds or dogs that have been declared dangerous by Council will be required to pay the annual permit fee.

When an American Staffy x Mastiff named Summer escaped her Colyton home three years ago, her friendly nature led her to trott up to a stranger for a pat, but she was confronted by a threatened Shitzu who initiated an attack.

Summer retaliated but, being a lot bigger than her opponent, caused a laceration that required stitches.

Since then, she’s been declared a menacing dog, with owner Brittine Schevenhoven footing hefty fines and having strict requirements placed upon her.

“We are not allowed to take Summer for walks without a muzzle. She, for over two years, had to have Council check-ups every six months,” she said.

“We have restrictions with fence heights in our yard and if she happens to get out again, regardless if anything happens, we owe another large fee close to $1000.”

She is also required to display signage on her property reading ‘dangerous dog’ and use a $60 dangerous dog collar.

“I think it’s silly for us to now be charged the permit each year, as she has never before and has never since done harm to a human or animal,” Ms Schevenhoven said.

Under the Responsible Pet Owners permits, owners of cats not de-sexed by four months of age will also be required to pay an $80 annual fee.

This aims to help eliminate strays, take the pressure off pounds and reduce euthanasia rates.

An Office of Local Government spokesman said the permits will enable councils to more closely monitor compliance to protect public safety.

“The Government encourages owners of dogs declared dangerous to have their animal retrained to ensure it is no longer a threat to the community. If the dog is retrained, owners can apply to their local council to have the dangerous dog declaration reviewed,” the spokesperson said.

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“They just said stop using it but we don’t really know much more,” Mr Craig said.

A spokesperson from the EPA said they had been communicating with some residents since 2016 but the recent letter drop was for additional residents that were only recently identified as being affected.

“Water samples obtained further downstream, found PFAS at concentrations marginally above the national drinking water guidelines,” the spokesperson said.

“The presence of PFAS in the environment does not necessarily mean there is a human health risk.

“It is important to assess if there are any exposure pathways, through which people might come into contact with PFAS.” TestSafe is now constructing a new retention dam to capture any surface water from the PFAS- impacted firefighting training ground to minimise the run-off. Ongoing surface and groundwater monitoring, both on and off site, will help determine if this is effective in protecting the community from contamination in the future.

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Coles tells Waterside locals to look elsewhere for insurance

TENDER Supply and Installation of Automatic Irrigation Systems Reference RFT19/20-12 Penrith City Council is seeking quotes from suitably experienced contractors, for the provision of the supply and installation of Automatic Irrigation System Ridge Park North Woodland Avenue, Oxley Park & Rance Oval Parkes Avenue, Werrington.

Visit penrith.city/tenders to register and download tender documents free of charge. Alternatively, a hard copy is available for a non-refundable fee of $75 (inc GST) by arrangement.

For queries please contact Allyce Langton on 4732 7657 or procurement@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au All submissions should be lodged on the forms provided in accordance with the lodgement instructions contained in the documents no later than 11am :HGQHVGD\ 6HSWHPEHU œWKH &ORVLQJ 'DWH¡ 7HQGHUV UHFHLYHG DIWHU will not be considered.

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Due to the outlined flood risks of the region, the company has decided that flood cover is now outside of their underwriting guidelines and will cease policy plans in the area at their time of renewal.

Waterside resident Carl Burton has been insured with Coles for the past three years but has now had to find a new provider due to the potential flood risk of his home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They said basically we can no longer cover you because youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in a high risk flood zone,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I find it frustrating that they do it by postcode rather than whether your house is a risk. Some houses are right on top of a hill, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no way in the world that they would flood. They should be doing it by address. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pretty confident with the way Waterside is designed that where we are wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be affected by flood but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always that chance of mother nature raining down on us pretty hard, so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d prefer to have peace of mind rather than not have it at all.â&#x20AC;?

A Coles spokesperson said this decision was made by IAG, which backs Coles Home Insurance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As part of a general update of flood modelling by IAG across its home insurance products, flood risks for some local areas have been changed,â&#x20AC;? the spokesperson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In a small number of cases, the updated flood risk profile for a property is such that IAG is no longer able to offer coverage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In such cases, policy holders are contacted before renewal over the phone by a consultant explaining the changes and next steps if they wish to have their flood risk reviewed.â&#x20AC;?

A spokesperson from the Insurance Council of Australia said the reality is no insurance companies have to cover people if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The issue here is that people are buying and living in properties in areas that have high flood risk and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s incumbent on Local, State and Federal Government to work out how to best protect those communities,â&#x20AC;? the spokesperson said.

Due to the high risk nature of the region, it is recommended that all residents take out flood cover.

There are still providers who offer this in Waterside including ING, NRMA and Woolworths.

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National homewares retailer Pillow Talk is opening a brand new flagship store in the Penrith Homemaker Centre on Saturday, August 31.

There will be a grand opening celebration on the day with radioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s The Edge Street Crew, free barista- made coffee and cupcakes plus plenty of giveaways

on site between 9am and 12pm. The first 10 lucky customers will also receive a free $50 gift card.

The iconic Australian retailer has recently expanded their bricks and mortar footprint with the new Penrith location the third new store to open within the last 12 months.

Halls available to hire across Penrith LGA Applications are now open for community groups and businesses to secure a regular spot in a community centre or hall for 2020 and 2021.

Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler said the city boasted a number of premier venues for hire, with most facilities offering airconditioning. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great that Council can support

a lively and close- knit community by providing affordable hire of local facilities,â&#x20AC;? Cr Fowler said.

Applications are open until September 20. An application form can be downloaded from Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at penrith.city/hallhire or by contacting the Neighbourhood Facilities team on 4732 8021 or facilities@penrith.city.

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cultural change is coming to the west – say hello to the Lakeside Long Lunch! This event is being touted as not just the west’s premier food and wine event, but Sydney’s premier event too.

The Sydney International Regatta Centre is partnering with Lakeside Long Lunch (LLL) to put on the festival that Penrith deserves on September 28, 2019.

The LLL provides a one stop wine tour of Australia’s favourite wine destinations.

Partnering with brands such as Robert Oatley, Hentley Farm, Bimbadgen Estate and even Piper- Heidsieck (for the champagne enthusiasts amongst us), the LLL brings you the best of our Hunter, Barossa, Yarra, Margaret River and Central West wine regions.

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Well done to those participating in the Vinnies Western Sydney Community Sleepout tonight. Around 120 people have made the commitment to spend the night in the cold for a good cause. Vinnies is more than half way past its $80,000 fundraising target.

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Lakeside Pavilion which, accompanied by some seriously high-end food truck providers, will have the foodies licking their lips.

The LLL has assembled an impressive list of performers for all-day live entertainment (from acts such as Voli K and Suite Az, Rocklily and Cargo Bar favourites) to keep you moving all day long.

To buy tickets and for more information, see www.lakesidelonglunch.com.au.

The Weekender has five double passes to the Lakeside Long Lunch to give away. For your chance to win one, send an email to competitions@westernweekender.com.au with ‘LUNCH’ in the subject line.

Don’t forget to include your contact details. Entries close Monday, September 9. Authorised under NSW Permit No LTPM/19/04131.

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lucky paceway winners Members of the Penrith Paceway have the chance to win great prizes thanks to a special promotion involving the club and The Western Weekender. Club members can pick up a free specially numbered bumper sticker from the Paceway, and our spotters will be out and about in the community.

Three spotted bumper sticker numbers will be printed each week, with winners needing to report to the Paceway to verify their bumper sticker number and collect their prize.

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FAVOURITE RESTAURANT IN PENRITH? High Street Social.

FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A COFFEE IN PENRITH? Two Beans Cafe.

FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A DRINK IN PENRITH? Penrith Panthers Leagues Club.

FIRST PLACE YOU WOULD TAKE A VISITOR TO PENRITH? Do the river walk.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT PENRITH? I love that it has all you need in the one suburb. Whether it be shopping, housing, eating out or going out (night life).

WHAT IS PENRITH’S BEST KEPT SECRET? Penrith's best kept secret is it is a city. Penrith used to be all trees and land. But now people don’t realise just how big it has gotten and how much it has progressed over the years.

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Traditionally fire season in the Penrith Local Government Area starts at the beginning of October, but due to the extremely dry weather conditions, this year it will commence from Sunday, September 1.

After having one of the driest winters on record, NSW RFS Superintendent Simon Davis is urging residents to know the risks and start taking precautions now.

“We have experienced a long, dry and warm spell which is increasing the bush fire danger across the region,” he said.

“The things you do now can make a big difference to your safety during a fire, and whether your home survives.”

Superintendent Davis said it is critical families start having those important conversations around bushfire survival plans and learn where is the best place to get information during a fire.

Ways in which residents can prepare their homes include keeping gardens trimmed and lawns mowed as well as clearing gutters and preparing a sturdy hose that can reach all around the home.

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Regentville fire crews are preparing for the upcoming fire season Landholders are also encouraged to use fire safely if conducting hazard reduction activities.

“Many people use fire to reduce the fire risk on their property but if not used properly, you can end up being the fire risk to your community,” Superintendent Davis said.

“Don’t be the fire risk to your community. Use fire safely and only light up if conditions are safe.

“Never leave a fire unattended and if a fire does escape, it is essential to call triple zero (000) immediately so that emergency services can respond accordingly and minimise the damage.”

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School’s big plans St Dominic’s College has lodged plans to demolish demountables and build a new two- storey school building along its Copeland Street boundary.

The $11 million development application seeks to tear down the existing covered outdoor learning area and demountable classrooms, remove 16 trees along the Copeland Street frontage and construct a two- storey classroom building with undercroft car parking.

It also proposes to undertake compensatory planting and associated landscaping works.

If successful, the development will be built on the existing Block E demountable site located adjacent to the Copeland Street boundary to the south of the playing fields.

The school previously met with Penrith Council two years ago, where Council advised the proposed location was unsuitable due to the required tree removal and subsequent impacts on streetscape.

Oporto’s new store Attention all Portuguese food lovers, Oporto has officially opened its doors for business at its new Castlereagh Road location.

As part of a new fast food hub development, it is expected to attract a lot of popularity in the North Penrith region.

Oporto already has two locations in the Penrith area – one at Westfield and one at Glenmore Park.

Situated near the corner of Thornton Drive, the 8000sqm site will be home to Oporto, Starbucks and Zambrero.

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Small businesses are dying, and we’re letting it happen I t’s hard to remember tougher times than these for small businesses and retailers.

Everywhere you look, there seems to be “For Lease” signs in windows.

Only months ago these were prospering businesses.

Where I live – just this year – we’ve lost: • The small convenience store trading with the one family since 1978.

• The bakery is closing down at the end of its lease.

• The only butcher shop left in the suburb started letting staff go so they could stay afloat. They’ll be gone soon.

• The delicatessen went broke just before Christmas We haven’t had a local ‘fruit and veg’ store for ages.

The newsagent says he’ll be next, “once they take away the lotteries”.

Instead we just have a supermarket.

Just one.

Sound familiar?

It’s big and it’s always open.

It has everything – apart from staff when you need them.

Five years ago, the local Chamber of Commerce had 48 active small businesses and shops in their membership.

Today, they have 12.

But when it comes to the shoppers, no one really seems to care.

Life just rolls on.

Convenience seems to matter more than community.

Local shopping areas are a shadow of what they once were.

But here’s the question; are you better off now than you were then?

Times change – we all know that, but everyone I talk to can’t believe how expensive food and groceries have become.

The drought hasn’t helped.

Lack of competition would be a factor too. If the only place you can buy your meat and vegetables is the big guys and nothing else is open, they can charge as they like.

There’s another thing that’s going too.

Small but significant – we are slowly killing the local spirit.

The small butcher shop used to sponsor the kids’ soccer team.

The family owned pizza store didn’t mind sending a few freebies to the local Scouts for their fundraising nights.

To cut a deal like that now – you need to write to head office.

A lot of things are changing.

The changes are happening fast – but remember every one of those closing stores leaves people out of work.

And that’s something else we all simply can’t afford.

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Building sites to undergo facelift ALENA HIGGINS

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evelopers constructing buildings across the city will now have to comply with stricter rules after Penrith Council developed a policy aimed at stamping out graffiti and making temporary structures more visually appealing.

Under the new Hoardings Policy, hoardings, which are the temporary structure that separate a work site from the public and provides an overhead protective barrier, must feature artwork or be painted a standard colour to prevent eye sores.

Public artwork or images are now mandatory on hoardings for new developments located in the Penrith City Centre, St Marys Town Centre and Kingswood Traders Area, while other areas are required to paint hoardings a Council- approved neutral grey.

Penrith Council Place Manager Jeni Pollard said current conditions were haphazard, with dilapidated hoardings acting as a magnet for graffiti.

“It is really important during the development process that we keep the city as attractive as possible,” she said.

“We’re a very vibrant city, but not all new

developments are adding to the city in a positive way.”

Developers can either use a free graphic from Council’s commissioned works or an approved site- specific high- quality artwork paid for by themselves.

Where the works are associated with a heritage building or site, historic images of the building or local streetscape are to be included on the hoardings.

The policy, which also includes strict safety provisions, received warm support and was endorsed by Councillors during Council’s Policy Review Committee Meeting on August 12.

“Council is commissioning artworks and licencing them for use by developers and builders with the intent to create an active and safe environment around construction sites and to use the hoardings to promote a positive image of the city,” a Council spokesman said.

“Council will incur the initial costs for the design, with the developers and builders incurring the cost for installation and ongoing upkeep of their hoardings.”

Signage associated with the project is permitted as long as it is sympathetic to the artwork and does not include advertising. Graffiti and bill posters must also be removed within 24 hours.

Development sites will have strict new rules surrounding their aesthetics

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Brothers to be sentenced over car park bashing

Two of the men involved in the brutal bashing of a young father in a Penrith car park earlier this year have pleaded guilty.

Lawyers for Mitchell Milgate, 19, and his brother Blake Milgate, 22, formally entered guilty pleas on their behalf at Penrith Local Court last Friday.

The pair are charged with ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm in company of others’ and ‘affray’.

The court heard upon the pleas of guilty, the men will now have their matters settled in the Local Court rather than the District Court.

Full sentencing assessment reports have been ordered for both offenders.

The brothers, of Glenmore Park, are among five men accused of setting upon Shannan Rushworth and Tyson Gampe in a fast food outlet car park in the early hours of February 3.

A third brother, Wendell Milgate, 20, as well as St Clair’s Byron Donovan, 19, also faced court last Friday and had their matters adjourned to October 4 by consent.

The Crown told Magistrate Geoffrey Hiatt the reason for the lengthy adjournment was that there was “some complexity to the matter”. She noted Rushworth suffered serious brain injuries and needed to be revived at the scene.

Their matters were adjourned to enable a further case conference between their lawyers and prosecutors. They are yet to enter pleas.

Wendell and Donovan are charged with ‘cause grievous bodily harm to person with intent’ and ‘affray’, while Wendell is also facing one count of ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm in company of others’.

The fifth accused, Dean Hooper, 22 who is facing one count of ‘affray’ - had his matter adjourned to September 5. He is yet to enter a plea.

Mitchell and Blake are due to be sentenced at Penrith Local Court on October 18. All five men are on bail.

Magistrate urges woman to apply for driver’s licence

An unlicenced driver caught behind the wheel on multiple occasions has been told she probably needs to obtain her licence.

Thi Phuong Tram Nguyen faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with unlicenced driving.

Nguyen, who lives near the Sydney CBD, said she thought she wouldn’t need a licence due to the abundance of nearby public transport.

“I live in Glebe, I didn’t think I needed a licence” she said, but added her daughter’s father lives in Warragamba.

Acting Magistrate Peter Miszalski noted she had been dealt with twice before for driving unlicenced.

“Well it looks like you need a licence,” he said wryly.

She was convicted and fined $200.

Man given second chance despite drink driving charge

A man who downed multiple glasses of liquor before getting behind the wheel has escaped a criminal conviction and retained his licence.

Penrith Local Court heard the man consumed three to four glasses of whiskey over a 3.5 hour period and drove his car because he didn’t believe he was over the limit. But Acting Magistrate Peter Miszalski suggested there should have been no doubt.

“That’s sure to take you over the limit,” he said after reading the facts.

His lawyer told the court the man had only recently undergone gastric sleeve surgery and had lost 35kg in a matter of six months.

He said the man believed that played a “large part” in his high reading of 0.108.

Despite also coming under notice for speeding, which he received an infringement notice for, Acting Magistrate Miszalski pardoned the accused, taking into consideration his excellent traffic record over the last 10 years.

He was ordered to enter a 12-month good behaviour bond without conviction.

Man caught with weapons sentenced to jail time

A man caught with a taser and shortened rifle has been sentenced to two years’ jail.

Police officers seized the items in a bag belonging to Edward Charles Webster following a raid of his share-house late last year.

Webster’s lawyer told Penrith Local Court last week that the 43-year-old had found the items while rummaging through the yard of his neighbour, a hoarder.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen foreshadowed a hefty sentence, telling Webster’s lawyer he regarded the matters with the “utmost seriousness” given Webster was on bail for alleged drug supply at the time and he had a lengthy criminal record.

He was given an aggregate sentence of two years and eight months with a twoyear non-parole period for possessing the taser, which was disguised as a black torch, possessing the shortened firearm, defacing its serial number and not keeping the firearm stored safely.

Webster, who appeared on screen via video link from custody, will be eligible for release on parole on December 6, 2020.

Man given benefit of the doubt after drugs found in system

A first-time expectant father has dodged a criminal conviction after he was busted behind the wheel with drugs in his system.

The man faced Penrith Local Court earlier this month and admitted he had smoked a joint on a Saturday night with friends but had no idea it would still be in his system when he was pulled over on The Northern Road the following Thursday.

He was handed a six-month good behaviour bond without conviction.

Magistrate refuses to pardon man caught drink driving

Michael George Teraki has been stripped of his licence for six months after failing a roadside booze bust.

The 63-year-old fronted Penrith Local Court earlier this month charged with mid-range drink driving.

The court heard the Claremont Meadows resident had two prior drink driving charges to his name, one in 1991 and another in 2004.

Magistrate Peter Thompson refused to reduce the disqualification from the automatic minimum given his history with the offence.

“It appears more than a miscalculation,” he said of the 0.085 reading.

“He’d just finished a beer and clearly he had more than that.”

He was convicted, fined $800 and ordered to enter the mandatory interlock program for 12 months upon completion of his disqualification.

Man performed U-turn in effort to avoid random breath testing

Michael James Hackett has been ordered off the road for three months after he was busted drink driving.

Penrith Local Court heard the 42-yearold consumed five schooners of VB before getting behind the wheel to drive home from a St Marys establishment.

But things came unstuck when he was pursued by police after he performed a U-turn 200 metres from where police had set up random breath testing.

Despite acknowledging his relatively good driving record and the fact the reading was only just into the mid-range, Magistrate Peter Thompson declined his lawyer’s request to let him off.

He suggested Hackett knew he was over the limit, which is why he attempted to avoid the RBT. The man was convicted of the offence, fined $1000 and ordered to enter the alcohol interlock program for a period of 12 months.

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Police Snapshot Erskine Park: Stolen tools returned after vehicle spotted

A man, in a stroke of luck, has had his work gear returned after it was stolen from the back of his parked utility in Erskine Park.

On Friday, August 23 an 18-year-old and his girlfriend were attending an address on Warbler Street, leaving his work utility parked out the front.

At about 9.40pm the pair came outside to find a man rummaging through the rear tray of the vehicle.

The 18-year-old spoke with the man before he fled to a nearby silver vehicle and drove off.

The victim inspected his car to find two gray tool boxes had been stolen.

At about 10.20pm on the same evening, the victim and his girlfriend located the silver vehicle on Blackwell Avenue, St Clair.

The 18-year-old approached the vehicle, took the offender’s keys and held the doors closed until the police arrived.

Police identified the offender to be a 24-year-old St Clair man and after conducting a search of the vehicle and his home, located numerous boxes and bags of suspected stolen tools.

The victim had both of his tool boxes returned.

The 24-year-old was conveyed to Penrith Police Station where he was arrested and charged with ‘larceny’ and ‘goods suspected of being stolen on premises’.

He was granted conditional bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, September 17.

Officers from Nepean Police Area Command urge residents to ensure their tools are left in a secure location to prevent thefts.

Kingswood: Units damaged by fire on Park Avenue

Police have launched an investigation into a unit fire that left four people suffering from smoke inhalation on Sunday, August 25.

At about 8.30pm emergency services were called to a unit block on Park Avenue, Kingswood following reports of a fire in a top floor unit.

Residents of the 12 units in the block were evacuated and the fire, which spread to a second neighbouring unit, was extinguished by Fire and Rescue NSW after a lengthy operation.

Four people, two men and two women, were taken to Nepean Hospital suffering from smoke inhalation.

The two top-floor units were destroyed by the fire.

Officers from Nepean Police Area Command established a crime scene, which will be examined by specialist forensic officers. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Werrington: Women charged after search by police

Two women have been charged after they were found in the possession of prohibited items on Friday, August 23.

At 8pm police were patrolling Parkes Avenue, Werrington when they pulled over a vehicle for the purpose of a random breath test.

Police spoke to the two women inside the car and the driver, a 33-year-old Tuncurry woman passed her breath test.

Due to police suspicion, the woman was searched and a small resealable bag with contents believed to be methamphetamine was located in her pocket.

The passenger, a 21-year-old Emu Heights woman was also subject to a search, with police discovering an ice pipe down the front of her pants.

0.22 Calibre ammunition was also located in her handbag. Both women were arrested. The 33-year-old was charged with ‘possess prohibited drug’ and the 21-year-old with ‘possess ammunition without permit’ and ‘possession of equipment for administering prohibited drugs’.

Both are set to appear at Penrith Local Court on Monday, September 30.

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Breaking the law in space An American Astronaut has been brought back down to earth literally and figuratively following an allegation that she is the first person to have ever committed a crime in space.

Astronaut Anne McClain is accused of accessing her estranged spouse’s bank account from the International Space Station illegally.

The accused’s former spouse was notified that a third party had accessed her account information, prompting her to make a complaint to the United States’ Federal Trade Commission.

The accused Astronaut says that she was simply making sure the family’s finances were in order and that her ex spouse had enough money to pay bills and care for her son, who they had been raising together prior to their separation.

NASA has an internal investigative body who was looking into the allegations called the Office of Inspector General. The question then becomes, do laws exist in space and if so who enforces them?

The International Space Station is made up of a conglomerate of five space agencies including the US, Canada, Japan, Russia, and several countries from Europe.

There is a legal framework attached to the ISS that sets out that the national law of the alleged perpetrator is to apply to any alleged crimes committed in space. Accordingly, McClain will answer to US authorities in relation to the allegations.

The legal framework that governs the International Space Station also provides for the extradition back to Earth of persons accused of committing a crime.

McClain released a statement via Twitter in which said: “There is unequivocally no truth to these claims. We have been going through a painful, personal separation that’s now unfortunately in the media. I appreciate the outpouring of support and will reserve comment until after the investigation. I have total confidence in the IG process.”

McClain claims that she was never precluded from accessing the account, and accessed it with the same password she had used throughout her relationship with her ex spouse.

It is likely that the allegations will amount to nothing or at most be resolved by way of the Family Court despite the temptation to assemble the jury of 12 on Mars. It is an interesting test case nonetheless.

Young Labor calls for Newstart increase Members of NSW Young Labor from western Sydney held a Day of Action in Penrith as part of NSW Young Labor’s Newstart Week of Action.

Members from across New South Wales are calling on the Morrison Gov-

ernment to raise the rate of Newstart from $40 per day.

“Newstart hasn’t increased since 1994, before most of our members were even born,” said NSW Young Labor Executive, David Badea.

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Long Lunch brings best food and wine to Penrith

The Lakeside Long Lunch will be held at the Regatta Centre on September 28

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p to 10,000 people are set to converge on the Sydney International Regatta Centre in September for the inaugural Lakeside Long Lunch.

A first of its kind event in Penrith, the Lakeside Long Lunch provides a onestop wine tour of Australia’s favourite wine destinations.

Partnering with brands such as Robert Oatley, Hentley Farm, Bimbadgen Estate and even Piper- Heidsieck, the event brings you the best of the Hunter, Barossa, Yarra, Margaret River and Central West wine regions.

It doesn’t stop at wine – your ticket includes a gourmet meal from the Lakeside Pavilion which, accompanied by some seriously high- end food truck providers, will have the foodies licking their lips.

The event has also assembled an impressive list of performers for all-

day live entertainment to keep guests moving all day long. Paired with activations such as an adults only ball pit, silent disco and bucking bull – there will be something to keep revellers occupied all day long.

“We’re looking forward to giving Penrith the festival it deserves,” said event organiser James Crowe.

“We’re extremely proud to be from right here in Penrith. We think there’s going to be some big changes over the next few years and would love to play a role in its development.

“We’re wanting to provide an authentic wine and food tour experience, without having to leave your own backyard.”

The Lakeside Long Lunch will be held at the Sydney International Regatta Centre on Saturday, September 28.

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Work begins on childcare Reprieve for weekly walk centre at Nepean Hospital after insurance kerfuffle NICOLA BARTON

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n official sod turning ceremony signalled the commencement of construction for a new childcare centre at Nepean Hospital on Wednesday.

The existing Somerset Cottage Early Childhood Education and Care Centre is located on Somerset Street but will be relocated to the new site on the corner of the Great Western Highway and The Northern Road, to make way for the hospital expansion.

Penrith MP Stuart Ayres joined NBMLHD Chief Executive Kay Hyman and District Board Chair Peter Collins to turn the first sod on construction.

Mr Ayres said this project is yet another puzzle piece in the $1 billion masterplan for the hospital.

“Today is an important day as we mark the start of work on this new modern centre that is securing the future of childcare services at Nepean Hospital for staff and their families,” Mr Ayres said.

“During the construction period, childcare services will operate as normal in the current centre until the new facility is ready to move in to.”

The 68- space centre offers services to staff of the hospital to help support hardworking professionals and their young families.

“Returning to work after starting a family can be emotional, so having this service on campus helps out,” Mr Ayres said.

“It also ensures the hospital can continue to retain and attract highly skilled health professionals by supporting their families.”

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Stuart Ayres with pupil Leo centre meet children’s needs for years to come.

The tender to build the new childcare centre was recently awarded to Donnelly Construction and work is scheduled for completion mid next year.

Mr Collins said the facilities will be stateof-the-art and will continue to offer high quality care for the children of hospital staff.

“This is just a small part of the upgrade but an absolute integral one because as a Board and as an LHD we want to support our staff and make sure that they feel confident that their children can be looked after while they are at work,” he said.

Mr Ayres said stage one of the Nepean Hospital upgrade is now 15 per cent of the way complete.

Castlereagh Road closure between Jane Street and Thornton Drive

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Roads and Maritime Services will carry out work for the rail bridge construction on Castlereagh Road, between Jane Street and Thornton Drive.

A full closure of Castlereagh Road, between Jane Street and Thornton Drive will take place day and night from 9pm Friday 6 September to 5am Monday 9 September 2019. Access to Museum Drive from Castlereagh Road will be available throughout the closure with a secondary access to the Museum of Fire offered via Combewood Avenue.

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I have life threatening allergies and require an Epipen (Storm over dessert, Weekender August 23). My allergies are hazelnut and sesame seeds. And I am not offended. The name says it all and if you’re stupid enough to eat something with a name like that, well you are an idiot. Eat at your own risk. Finally something that has its own warning label.

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A reduced speed limit of 40 km/h will be in place for the safety of workers and motorists.

he Penrith Men’s Walk and Talk event will continue after a battle of “red tape” and “bureaucracy” regarding insurance saw organisers forced to cancel last week’s event.

The walk was called off after it was discovered the event, which has grown to include about 150 participants each week, requires public liability insurance.

The community was outraged when organisers announced they could not continue, with Penrith MP Stuart Ayres and Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh stepping in to call on Penrith City Council for a solution.

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While a long- term resolution is still being finalised, Council has now agreed to ensure the event can run without liability concerns.

“Supporting the group is a priority of Council, it was during discussion with the group on a separate upcoming event that the notion of public liability was raised,” a Council spokesperson said.

“From those discussions it was evident the increasing numbers of over 150 participants each week could put the organisers at risk should an incident occur on their weekly walks.”

Council will now cover the event under its own insurance policy while a longterm solution is arranged. The walk was scheduled to go ahead last night.

Nothing wrong with the original post and only made better by the honest response. If you take a burger joint’s Facebook post literally you need to seek professional help. Find your funny bone people, life is too short.

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AGL’s odd campaign raises plenty of eyebrows I just read this week’s Editor’s Desk (Weekender August 23) and am so glad someone else noticed the laughable

AGL campaign. My family looked at me blankly when I said the same thing about the TV advertisements for it. My favourite part of the ad is that despite 30 seconds of repeating their guarantee to have the power on, the small print reads that they will cover your related expenses of up to $250 per day. They don’t even guarantee the day after! It’s good to know that generator hire and the cost of a large stack of candles are covered for the unforeseeable future though.

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Tragedy at Jordan Springs rattles local residents This has absolutely rattled me (Fatal fall, Weekender August 23). Sending all of my love to his family, friends, to the other workers who knew him and witnessed this tragic ordeal and to the emergency workers who attended the scene and attempted to save him. I feel sick to my stomach. I live right around the corner and heard all of the sirens and the helicopter. I also have a partner who works on job sites just like this one daily. That poor man woke up this morning and went off to work thinking that today was going to be a normal work day. It absolutely wrecks my brain how one minute life is great and the next it can be taken away from us.

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Life changed in an instant “My girls will be growing up without their dad”: Local father’s toughest goodbye EMILY FESZCZUK

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his time last year 39-year-old Patrick Tapper was a seemingly healthy truck driver with a loving family and a bright future ahead of him.

But all of that was destroyed when a doctor revealed he had stage four brain cancer and wouldn’t survive.

The husband and father of three from Jordan Springs noticed slight changes to his health and decided to visit a doctor, which led to the devastating diagnosis.

His wife, Renee, took him to the hospital after the right side of his face started to droop, he had issues with his balance and problems with his speech.

“They first thought I’d had a stroke then scans on my brain found a large lesion. A biopsy was done, and one week later the day came where we got the results we had been dreading,” Mr Tapper said.

“I was told I had grade four brain cancer and my life expectancy had been cut to what could be as little as three months as my tumour is very aggressive.”

Mr Tapper told the Weekender that it felt like his whole life had fallen apart, but he is undergoing treatment to help gain more time with his family.

“I don’t think it has sunk in for any of us,

Patrick and Renee Tapper with daughters Zoe, Gracie and Emily my girls will be growing up without their Dad. We take each day as it comes, some are harder than others,” Mr Tapper said.

“My tumour is inoperable, so I have already had one round of chemotherapy and am currently in the middle of radiation to keep me comfortable and hopefully slow the growth of the tumour down to extend my time here.”

The family is coping as best as they can and are pushing for others to make sure they make their health a priority.

“I really want to stress that getting health checks is extremely important, for me I had no symptoms until it was too late,” Mr Tapper said.

“Regular health checks could save a life; I am now facing the biggest fight for mine.”

A GoFundMe has been set up by family and friends as Mr Tapper has lost all mobility on one side of his body and is in a wheelchair no longer able to work. His wife has had to stop work to care for him while dealing with a mortgage, living and medical expenses on no income.

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ey players in urban development are set to converge on Penrith early next year to participate in a highlyanticipated heat summit.

Seven months in the making, the heat summit aims to engage developers, planners and builders with a view to cool the city through best practice urban design.

Councillor John Thain, who spearheaded the idea, said the date of the heat summit – to be held in late February – was appropriate particularly if we have another “horrendous summer”.

“Locally, I think it’s an opportunity for us to lead the way and actually implement some of the measures that we are going to test to help cool the city,” he said.

The summit is expected to be held in a high profile location, such as The Joan, and Council is looking to engage Josh Byrne, presenter of ABC’s ‘Gardening Australia’ program as keynote speaker.

Byrne lives in a 10- star energy efficient home and leads an urban design and innovation firm.

As part of the summit, Council will partner with Western Sydney University to spread heat sensors across the LGA tracking temperatures over December and

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Heat summit to go ahead

Labor Councillor Karen McKeown is championing Penrith’s upcoming heat summit. Photo: Megan Dunn January. Researches will also take a bus tour and use thermal imaging cameras to see how different materials impact surface temperatures.

The impact of sweltering heat on health and lifestyle will also be documented, with local residents giving “face to the data” through video interviews to be played during the summit, while an evening talk

for local residents on making their homes energy efficient has also been slated.

Chair of Council’s Resilience Committee, Councillor Karen McKeown, hopes the summit will produce tangible outcomes to prevent residents from having to hibernate in their houses during summer.

“It’s a way for us as a city to put under the microscope what needs to be done here in

Penrith, to help our residents really cope with those extremes of weather,” she said.

Council also hopes to deliver the ‘ice box challenge’, which pits a small ‘house’ built to NSW’s BASIX requirements against one built to passive house design principles – with high levels of insulation and cool materials. Each is then filled with ice and their performance tracked.

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Determination pays off Inspirational Betty Murray defies her doubters and wins prize at Penrith Show NICOLA BARTON

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egally blind St Marys resident Betty Murray is living proof you can do anything you set your mind to after winning first place at the Penrith Show for her beautiful handmade jewellery.

Six years ago when she was told a blind person could never make such intricate accessories, Ms Murray decided to prove them wrong by taking lessons at Polly’s Beads in Penrith.

Since then she has gone on to make many beautiful pieces from earrings, necklaces and bracelets to extraordinary flower displays.

Over the weekend she won first prize at the Penrith Show and also regularly sells her work at Polly’s Beads, with all proceeds donated to Guide Dogs Australia.

“People wonder how I actually do it, I can follow a pattern but I can’t see it so Rosalie (owner of Polly’s Beads) sits there and reads it to me and says I need so many of this and that and I go along and feel it,” Ms Murray explained.

“Anything in your imagination you can do with beading, I am constantly going home and working on one and I’ve already got two or three more designs in my head.”

Initially Ms Murray went to a different

Betty Murray works on her latest creation at Polly’s Beads. Photo: Megan Dunn craft centre, which didn’t think she would be able to do it, due to the intricate process.

“She said ‘I don’t know why a blind person would want to learn how to bead when you can just buy it’. I replied ‘but it’s not made by blind Betty’,” Ms Murray said.

Within two hours of her first trip to Polly’s Beads she made a beautiful set of

earrings, a necklace and a bracelet. The rest is history.

Polly’s Beads owner Rosalie Pollett meets with Ms Murray every Monday and said she is inspired by her sheer determination.

“The principle of my business is unless you teach people how to, you can’t sell them the product,” she said.

“Last Monday she walked in here and said ‘I have a presentation tomorrow, this is what I’m wearing, I want to make a necklace and earrings to match’, so she sat here and by 2.30pm she’d finished, it’s a lot of determination. It’s an absolute pleasure to watch someone achieve something that others said they couldn’t do.”

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I am proud that our city is home to many talented singers, musicians and entertainers. Penrith City Council wants to provide opportunities for that local talent to develop and grow, and reach appreciative audiences.

For the aspiring artist, busking can be a viable way to earn income, not to mention a great opportunity to hone their act. Performing regularly to different audiences is a great way to build a following and grow a fan base.

Open Mic Night is an opportunity to do just that. This series of events has entertained the community twice in Penrith’s Triangle Park, and now it’s St Marys’ turn. I invite all local performers to step up and book a timeslot – musicians, singers, buskers and artists are warmly encouraged.

Perhaps you know someone with hidden talents? They could be a budding artist with no prior experience on stage, or a seasoned performer who wants to blow off the cobwebs. Whatever their experience, talented locals are welcome to take the stage.

Supporting local talent was part of

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the inspiration for Council’s Street Performing Policy, which we adopted in 2018. The policy also recognises the valuable contribution street performance makes to a vibrant, lively culture and a bustling economy.

We took cues from renowned creative cities such as Barcelona and Edinburgh, where you can see world-class entertainment free of charge; or, if you’re feeling generous, for a few coins thrown into a hat.

I encourage members of the community to come along and support our local artists. You can enjoy delicious café-style offerings from Cassandra’s On the Park and hot fresh doughnut balls from Mr Puff, all whilst browsing the pop-up record store.

This free event takes place on Thursday, September 19 between 5pm and 8pm at Coachmans Park, Queen Street St Marys.

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Restoring the magic after sadness of loss EMILY FESZCZUK

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n 2015 Nicole Suffling discovered ‘Feel The Magic’ to help her then 14- year- old brother Liam Pearce deal with the grief over their father’s death.

The St Clair resident was so grateful for the organisation helping her family that she has joined the team and is encouraging others to feel the magic as well.

Working as the ACT/NSW Program Coordinator, Ms Suffling said the real- life results of Camp Magic, which is a grief education and support program, made her want to be involved.

“We noticed a real difference in my brother’s behaviour, he wasn’t locking himself away and when he went on his third camp, I decided he was having too much fun and I wanted to volunteer,” Ms Suffling said.

“I became a mentor then a talk time leader, then came on board as a coordinator. There is such a high need for our services but not much out there for children who are grieving, so to be able to support them is so rewarding.”

The camps are for children and teenagers aged seven to 17 from across Sydney who have lost a parent, sibling or legal guardian.

Run over three days the 60 campers go through a psychoeducation program helping them express their feelings along with team bonding activities.

Ms Suffling said it’s inspiring to see the results that the program can achieve.

“We give self- help strategies so when they are at home or at school feeling grief, they can deal with it and they also get to do fun activities like archery and rock climbing to focus on connecting again,” Ms Suffling said.

“The biggest things the kids say is that they don’t know anyone else who has lost a loved one, so they feel isolated but here they have a group who knows exactly how they are feeling.”

While there is high intake of male applicants for the program, they don’t have enough male volunteers so are putting a call out along with mental health professionals to join the team.

“You don’t need any qualifications, just a working with children check and national crime check but we are searching for more males with a range of hobbies to mentor these kids,” Ms Suffling said.

“Grief doesn’t discriminate, and we are not there to fix it for them but to help them through it by supporting them.”

If you would like more information, visit www.feelthemagic.org. au.

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Literacy the focus as St Marys locals Paint The Town REaD Roads and Maritime Services

Project update – The Northern Road upgrade between Mersey Road, Bringelly and Glenmore Parkway, Glenmore Park The Northern Road upgrade between Mersey Road and Glenmore Parkway is funded by the Australian and NSW governments. This 16 kilometre upgrade will improve road capacity, assist with access to and the building of Western Sydney Airport, and improve access to the planned M12 Motorway, the South West Growth Area and the Western Sydney Airport Growth Area.

Construction of The Northern Road upgrade This upgrade is being constructed in three stages, with work started on all three stages.

The first stage of construction (between Mersey Road and Eaton Road) is due to finish in 2020, with the full upgrade to be completed in 2022, weather permitting

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t Marys Village Centre was a sea of red last Thursday as it hosted a Paint The Town REaD event. The initiative driven by Mission Australia over the last nine years targets literacy for children.

With 38 per cent of children arriving at school in St Marys not ready for learning, there is a real need for the program.

Robyne Harrison, from Paint The Town REaD, said it was wonderful to see so many families take part in Paint Penrith REaD’s Annual Reading Day event, which focused on early literacy.

“Children enjoyed the puppet show and storytelling activities which provide an opportunity for parents to explore and imagine with their children, creating solid foundations for developing literacy,” she said.

“Over half the families stated they heard the message of the event of how

important Reading, Rhyming and Singing from birth every day helps to support children to be ready to learn when they start school.”

Mirvac Marketing Manager Rebecca Lynch was delighted to see so many happy faces enjoying the day and the community participation of over 100 families.

“The centre was decorated in red, the mascot, Rooby Roo the kangaroo, made an appearance while the kids enjoyed dressing up for the parade, free activities and face painting,” she said.

“The Annual REaD Day team are a fantastic resource for the local LGA and we at St Marys Village Centre look forward to collaborating together again with the REaD team next year.”

Paint The Town REaD has multiple partnerships with services in the local Penrith area to assist with the program to spread awareness throughout the community. For more information, visit www.paintthetownread.info.

What’s coming up?

In the coming months our teams will: • continue to work on the section between Mersey and Eaton Road • do major work on the section between Littlefields Road and Glenmore Parkway • start major work on the section between Littlefields Road and Eaton Road – including realignment of Elizabeth Drive.

The Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the upgrade is now available for comment on our website www.rms.nsw.gov.au/thenorthernroad. We encourage you to have a look at how the road will look when finished and provide us any feedback you may have.

Comments on this plan can be made by contacting the team as per the details below by Friday 13 September 2019.

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Families gathered at St Marys Village for the Paint The Town REaD event last week

What’s happened so far?

Since the start of construction in late 2018, we have: • done major earthwork in the section between Mersey Road and Eaton Road • set up two site compounds for workers – at Eaton Road and near Littlefields Road • built two new temporary roundabouts on The Northern Road to provide safer access to construction sites • moved traffic to a newly constructed section of road near Dwyer Road • made significant progress to upgrade Sydney Water pipelines in preparation of road widening • completed fencing at a number of properties • prepared for and relocated utilities.

Enquiries and complaints: You can contact the project team if you have any questions or complaints: Call: 1800 703 457 Email: thenorthernroad@rms.nsw.gov.au Web: www.rms.nsw.gov.au/thenorthernroad Mail: The Northern Road upgrade – Mersey Road to Bringelly Road, PO Box 237, Parramatta, NSW 2124 If you would like to receive information from us on a regular basis, please contact us to register your email address.

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Celebrating west’s best Extraordinary women to be honoured at annual Women of the West awards EMILY FESZCZUK

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o you know an extraordinary woman who is contributing to western Sydney? Western Sydney University (WSU) has announced that nominations for the 2020 Women of the West Awards are now open.

Established in 2005, the Women of the West Awards showcase the inspirational leadership, diversity and strength of women in western Sydney in categories that cover business, community and young women aged 18 to 30-years-old.

Matilda Harry, a WSU student and proud Wiradjuri woman, said winning the 2019 Young Woman of the West award was an empowering experience.

“It was an absolute honour to receive the Young Woman of the West Award for 2019; it meant so much to me, my family and my community,” she said.

“This award recognised endless hours of volunteering, advocacy and leadership within the western Sydney community.”

Ms Harry said the achievement provided support and gave her another platform.

“It further allowed me to shine a light and acknowledge the strong, passionate women who have and continue to support me through my ventures,” she said.

Azita Abdollahian, Jodie Amor, Matilda Harry, Prof Denise Kirkpatrick, Naomi Kroll and Dr Padmini Howpage. Photo: Sally Tsoutas “Since achieving this award, I feel that I have gained a greater platform to advocate for my people and to network for the future.”

Professor Denise Kirkpatrick, Deputy Vice- Chancellor and Vice- President at the University, invites members of the community to nominate outstanding

women they know who are contributing to the region of western Sydney.

“The Women of the West Awards, an initiative of Western Sydney University, recognise and celebrate the talented and diverse women of our region,” Professor Kirkpatrick said.

“Past recipients have included leaders in

research, business and community work, who have dedicated their time to enriching western Sydney and inspiring those around them.”

Nominations close on November 1.

For information, visit www.westernsydney.edu.au/community/engagement/ women_of_the_west.

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DODDS There is not a single bone in my body that can feel a Penrith victory against the Sydney Roosters this weekend.

With their season on the line two weeks in a row, the Panthers have produced lazy, fumbling, ill- disciplined performances that have shattered fans and left no evidence as to why it’ll suddenly be any different against better opposition in the Roosters.

Whatever hope that was left in Penrith’s season disappeared in an instant with Kyle Feldt’s embarrassing 58th minute try last Friday, with the Cowboys exposing Penrith’s poor attitude by taking a simple 20 metre tap and racing away to score. It was amateur-hour stuff.

Penrith still have an outside chance of

making the Finals – but it would have to start with a miracle the equivalent of turning water into wine this Saturday night at the SCG. It’s unfamiliar territory for the Panthers – to the best of my reckoning they haven’t played at this venue since the 1980s – while the Roosters have settled well into their temporary home, only losing one match there this season (back in round one). In fact, and it’s no comfort to Penrith fans, consider some of the points they’ve piled on at home this season: 36 against Brisbane, 42 against the Tigers, 38 against the Bulldogs, 48 against the Knights, 58 against the Titans and 42 against the Warriors.

Coach Trent Robinson has named a strong squad for Saturday night’s game, resisting any temptation to rest players given it now seems certain his side will finish in second place.

The Roosters tore the Dragons apart last Saturday night, with Cooper Cronk leaving everyone to question why he’s hanging up the boots after a five star performance that just screamed game management.

Wherever you look, the Roosters are dangerous. Penrith on the other hand look out of ideas in attack, even when opportunities close to the line do present themselves.

For the Panthers to win, everything will need to go right from the outset and a number of players will need to produce their best performances of the season.

Viliame Kikau has had a stop- start year through injuries and suspension but hasn’t looked as dangerous as we know he can be in recent weeks, but a standout performance here could change Penrith’s fortunes dramatically.

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series and announcing his exit from the NRL, but we know what he’s capable of – one of those ‘Jimmy wins’ performances could come in really handy about now.

If both of those guys can fire, I might start to believe in that miracle, but one gets the feeling it’s all a little too late.

Penrith will debut William Burns off the bench with Isaah Yeo out injured, a terrific opportunity for the kid but a further weakening of the Panthers’ much-needed experience against a far superior Roosters outfit.

Mitch Kenny is in slight doubt for the Panthers after suffering a shoulder problem at training during the week.

Unfortunately, given how well the Roosters are travelling and how ordinary Penrith have looked over the last fortnight, there’s just no way I can see anything but a bloodbath at the SCG on Saturday.

Tip: Roosters by 16.

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JOSH’S MOVE  There is talk around town that Josh

Mansour’s days as a winger are numbered. An off-season move to the back row could be on the cards as the coaching staff look to maximise his contribution to the team. It’s no secret that Mansour has struggled on the wing this season and his low try scoring tally is a real concern for coach Ivan Cleary. Mansour is on good money and the club wants to get the best return for their investment. Anyone who thinks the idea is crazy need only look at 1996 when Matt Adamson made the successful move from fullback to secondrower. Stranger things have happened.

Josh Mansour at training.

Photo: Megan Dunn

 So who punched a teammate’s car?

That was the big question after an article published by Christian Nicolussi in The Sydney Morning Herald on Tuesday revealed an altercation between two Penrith players earlier in the season.

Nicolussi’s report suggested a player caused damage to a teammate’s car when he became angry and threw a punch.

Club insiders have also revealed how a young player was forced to skip an interstate game, much to the anger of his teammates, because his partner refused to let him travel in the wake of the sex tape scandal. It certainly highlights a few of the challenges coach Ivan Cleary has faced off the field this year.

 Centre Brent Naden won’t spend any

time on the sidelines despite being hit with a Careless High Tackle charge out of the Cowboys game last Friday night. He was issued a monetary fine.

aimed at raising much-needed funds for the McGrath Foundation. Cleary and Wallace will be interviewed on stage and take questions from the crowd about Penrith’s 2019 season and the future of the club.

 The Panthers have announced their SG  With the season approaching its Ball, Harold Matthews Cup and Laurie Daley Cup squads for the 2020 season.

There’s a few interesting names in the mix, including young Braith Alexander in the SG Ball squad – son of the legendary Greg Alexander. You can see the full squads on the Panthers’ official website.

 Panthers coach Ivan Cleary and former

skipper Peter Wallace will be appearing at the launch of Pink Up Penrith at Panthers Leagues Club today (Friday, August 30).

Pink Up Penrith is a tremendous initiative

conclusion there is no doubt plenty of recruitment rumours will start to emerge at the Panthers. With James Maloney moving on, Reagan Campbell-Gillard with one foot out the door and Dallin Watene-Zelezniak and Waqa Blake already gone, the Panthers have plenty of money to spend in the upcoming offseason. The problem is there’s not a lot of talent on the market, meaning club officials will have to be shrewd to lure some big names. I understand that the recruit committee met on Wednesday.

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Despite Penrith’s poor form this season, I’m told corporate sales for the 2020 season are looking strong. There’s a wait list for corporate boxes and the Chairman’s Lounge is expected to be close to a sell-out for most games next year.

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Spotted: Retired Panther Tim Grant and hooker Sione Katoa taking part in a lawn bowls day put on the by Penrith at Glenbrook Panthers last Friday.

 The Panthers have confirmed the

last game at Penrith – there’s sure to be plenty of interest around what could be his farewell NRL match.

 Scoop confirmed: I told you a few

weeks ago that Sione Katoa was unlikely to be at the Panthers next year. I’m told that he’s now been officially informed that his services won’t be required at the foot of the Mountains in 2020.

 There was drama at Panthers training

return of Old Boys Day for next week’s final home game against Newcastle at Panthers Stadium. A host of former Panthers will be there to celebrate the club’s history in front of what’s expected to be a pretty good crowd on a Sunday afternoon. It’ll also be James Maloney’s

on Tuesday when hooker Mitch Kenny went down with what appeared to be a shoulder injury. Physiotherapist Krystal Sharpe rushed to assist Kenny. He is still set to play against the Roosters.

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TAYLOR After scoring eight tries in 13 games dynamite winger Brian To’o is one of the favourites in a strong Panthers Rookie of the Year class, but even he admits his debut season is starting to take its toll.

With Penrith playing for their lives every single week, young players like 21-year-old To’o are feeling the pinch as the pressure of making the post-season starts to mount with every match.

While To’o and the side’s other five rookies have had strong debut seasons, they’ve never had to deal with the weight of a fan base so desperate to see their team play Finals footy.

Speaking with Extra Time on Tuesday, To’o said he’s doing his best to deal with the pressure of first grade footy.

“It’s been tough for the boys, especially

me, at this level. This kind of pressure is hard but I try and stay strong for the boys,” he said.

“It stinks losing, we’re not always going to get the chocolates but we just have to keep working hard as always, keep working on the game plan and what we have to do to get it done.”

Penrith just about gave up their chances of playing Finals footy in September after a lacklustre performance against North Queensland last Friday night.

With nothing but pride left to play for, the Cowboys snapped a five-game losing streak to beat the Panthers quite comfortably.

Brian To’o chatting with Extra Time reporter Nathan Taylor. Photo: Megan Dunn

“We started building momentum over the first few minutes of the game but then lost it and couldn’t hold on to it,” To’o said.

“We kept shooting ourselves in the foot too often and I think that’s something we have to learn from. It’s really disappointing, especially for me, it’s a hard feeling at this level as well. I don’t like losing.”

While Penrith are still a mathematical chance of scraping into the top eight, they’ll need to upset the red-hot Roosters at ‘fortress SCG’ on Saturday evening as well as have other results go their way.

Many believe Penrith don’t deserve to play Finals footy this season but To’o says if you are good enough to make it, you’re good enough to be there.

“Every team deserves to make the top eight, it just all depends on how hard you are willing to work for it,” he said.

“Even if there is just a small chance of us making it we are going to give it everything we’ve got – whatever it takes.”

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alyn Ponga admits he wasn’t sad when he heard Nathan Brown was sacked as Newcastle coach as he was enjoying a strawberry milkshake at the time. That attitude sums up coaching in the NRL in 2019. Coaches are disposable.

Over the last 12 months we’ve witnessed an unprecedented coach movement.

Some coaches have left their clubs of their own free will but more often coaches are sacked.

Why are coaches sacked? Usually because their clubs aren’t performing, so it’s worth examining whether getting rid of a coach results in a team’s performance improving.

Anthony Griffin was sacked as Penrith coach last season when the Panthers were on target for a top four finish. A year later and the Panthers will miss out on the Finals and the club is facing yet another rebuild.

Shane Flanagan was deregistered by the NRL and forced to leave the Sharks, a year later a team that was top four is fighting to scrape into the eight.

Wayne Bennett was effectively sacked

from the Broncos, told his contract wouldn’t be renewed. 12 months down the track the club is fighting for a spot in the top eight after a poor season by their usual high standards.

Souths finished in the top four last year and it appears this season they will just miss out after their coach swap.

Two clubs have improved their performances in 2019 but critically they didn’t sack their coaches, they walked out.

The Tigers are doing better this season under Michael Maguire after Ivan Cleary decided he could be more successful at Penrith.

Trent Barrett left Manly because he was frustrated by the poor resources which forced him to supply plastic garden furniture; that hasn’t worried Des Hasler who has the team on target for a surprise top four finish. Maybe he has an account at Bunnings.

If we dig back into history it’s also clear clubs usually struggle after sacking coaches. The Gold Coast haven’t improved since sacking Neil Henry, in fact they’ve just dismissed their latest coach.

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ast week I predicted a horrid round for tipsters and by full- time in the Raiders v Sea Eagles game on Sunday afternoon the nightmare was finally over.

Not even the most staunch Bulldogs fan would have thought a month ago that their side would be in Finals contention with two rounds left to play.

The Bulldogs showed true grit last Thursday night to beat the Eels at Bankwest Stadium and you’d be a brave man to tip against them against the Cowboys this weekend, a win which would keep their Finals dream alive.

For the Bulldogs to make the top eight they’ll need the Eels to bounce back against the Broncos on Friday night and get a victory against Anthony Seibold’s men.

The Broncos missed a golden opportunity against a depleted Rabbitohs side last week and will be desperate to get a victory in their last home game of the year.

If the Broncos are desperate for a win then the Panthers are beyond desperate for the two points.

The Panthers missed a golden oppor-

tunity to climb into the top eight last weekend against the Cowboys and now face an uphill battle against the Roosters on Saturday night.

As favourite after favourite fell by the sword last weekend, the Roosters were at their clinical best against the Dragons and again proved why they’re premiership favourites.

Paul Gallen will bid farewell to PointsBet Stadium on Sunday and you can guarantee that the Sharks will be keen to send out their inspirational skipper on a high note.

A win for the Sharks will all but assure them of a spot in the Finals, but a loss to a Raiders side on the rebound and they’ll be one step closer to Mad Monday.

The Wests Tigers’ season was on life support last weekend, but a resounding 46- 4 win over the Knights has put them right back into the fight.

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It was Sunday, August 22, 1999. It was the day perhaps the greatest ever Panther said goodbye to his home fans.

Greg ‘Brandy’ Alexander will be remembered as one of the greatest halfbacks the game has ever seen, and certainly the most memorable number seven in Penrith’s history.

His final home game in round 25 of 1999 was an emotional day, highlighted by an impressive 33- 14 win over Canberra – an ironic opponent given Alexander had led the Panthers to their first premiership win over the Raiders some eight years earlier.

With Scott Sattler next to him in the five- eighth role and his future replacement Craig Gower at hooker, ‘Brandy’ was swamped by fans at full- time, all wanting to congratulate him on a wonderful career and his association with the Panthers.

“My last home game was a terrific experience,” Alexander remembers in the Men In Black book.

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ing I just lost all control. I was running around crying my eyes out and couldn’t do a thing about it.”

Alexander didn’t score any points on that day – the try scorers were Brett Atkinson, Shane Elford, Craig Gower, Chris Hicks, Andrew Hinson and Lee Hopkins, while Ryan Girdler kicked four goals and a field goal.

14,184 people showed up to farewell the man who meant so much to Penrith for so long.

Two other things stand out about that day – the emotional embrace between old rivals Alexander and Laurie Daley at the end of the game, and the fact that the Panthers had ruined Canberra’s Finals hopes with the win, proving that emotion plays a big, big role in the game of rugby league.

While Alexander remembers the clash against Canberra as his final match, he actually still had one final game to play against the high flying Cronulla at Shark Park.

The Panthers were thrashed 38- 6 by a side boasting talent such as David Peachey, Andrew Ettingshausen, Mat Rogers and Jason Stevens.

Alexander was hurt in the final game, but received a great ovation from Cronulla fans.

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He told the Weekender that there was a need to bring back the hits, which he’ll do when he plays the Blue Cattle Dog Hotel on September 13.

“I have been overseas in Europe working and before that I was on my Red Hot Summer Tour where audiences would go wild for our old songs,” Jon said.

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, August 30

The Robertson Brothers Penrith Panthers, 1800 061 991 Saturday, August 31, 8pm, From $49

Matchbox 20 Tribute – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Hoedown – O’Donoghues Free entry, 5pm 4735 5509 Everyday People – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Dwayne Elix – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466 Hitler’s Daughter The Joan, 4723 7611 Friday, August 30, 7.30pm, From $20

Friday, September 6

Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466 Blow – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Old School Band Penrith RSL, 4728 5200 Friday, September 6, 9pm, Free entry

Dwayne Elix & The Engineers – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 The Bandits – Workers Sports Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 The Eagles Show – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1384

The Headliners – Workers Sports Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 P!nk Show – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 5764 The Frocks – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 9623 1384 St Marys Spring Festival – Queen St Free entry, 9am 9833 3433

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Saturday, August 31

Laurie Bennett – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Black Velvet – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 U2 Tribute – Blue Cattle Dog Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9670 3050 Roc A Tac – St Marys RSL Free entry, 8pm 9623 6555 John Fiedler: Open Sesame – Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub From $32, 8pm 4723 5050 The Suits – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Soundproofed – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211

John Waters: Dylan Revisited Penrith Panthers, 1800 061 991 Saturday, September 7, 8pm, $55.95

Fathers Day Lunch – O’Donoghues Free entry, 10am 4735 5509 The Suits – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Rob O’Brien – Workers Sports Free entry, 1pm 8822 2444 Father’s Day Buffet – St Marys Band Club From $30, 11am 9623 1211 Rockin’ Mustangs Penrith RSL, 4728 5200 Sunday, September 1, 2pm, Free entry

Sunday, September 8 Saturday, September 7

Matchbox Tribute – Blue Cattle Dog Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9670 3050 Alan Solomon Jazz – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Oz Icons – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Kenny Broberg – The Joan From $30, 7.30pm 4723 7611 Hugo & Craig – St Marys RSL Free entry, 7.30pm 9623 6555 One Hit Wonders – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Desperado Eagles – Blacktown Workers From $15, 8pm 9830 0600 The Echoes – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600

Bobb Benton’s Classic Sixties Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 BM Orchestra – Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub From $15, 2pm 4723 5050 Penrith District Swapmeet – Londonderry Rd From $3, 5.30am 0429 988 226 Mulgoa Country Market Mulgoa Park, 1300 385 838 Sunday, September 8, 10am, Free entry

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Nepean Evening VIEW Club 3rd Monday of each month 4735 4982 Leonay Probus Club Third Friday of the month 4735 5157 Penrith Showground Markets Every Wednesday 8.30am Penrith Paceway • 4721 0509 Penrith Museum of Printing Saturdays from 10am-2pm Pen Paceway • 0415 625 573

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Nepean Retired Men’s Club Third Wednesday of each month • 0401 507 260 Seniors & Pensioners Club Tuesdays at 10am 86 Station Street, Penrith Prostate Cancer Support Monthly meetings at St Stephen’s • 1300 133 878 Jordan Springs Probus Club Fourth Tuesday of each month • The Hub at 10am

Spring into St Marys for annual festival Mark the date in your diary and prepare to be part of the fun and excitement of the St Marys Spring Festival. This is a major annual community event that has run for over 40 years and attracts a crowd of over 20,000 people from all over each year. It showcases the CBD with local business and performers with three stages of entertainment, a grand parade and over 200 unique market stalls. Don’t miss out on this free, family friendly event, which is happening down Queen Street on Saturday, September 7 from 9am-3pm. For more information, call 9833 3433.

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Sunset Station Singers Mondays 7.00pm St Marys RSL • 0408 218 965 Glenmore Park Probus Club Third Wednesday of the month • 9673 2580 Penrith Men’s Shed New members welcome Wednesdays • 0439 646 942 Penrith Rotary Club New members welcome Mondays • 0407 077 143

Back to the ‘60s

Don’t miss the free reptile show at Blacktown Workers Sports Club. It is on this Sunday, September 1 from 11am-1pm. Call 8822 2444.

Re-live the good old days with The Robertson Brothers’ ‘60s Variety Show at Penrith Panthers this Saturday at 8pm. Tickets are $49.

Penrith RSL Travel Club New members welcome 0405 332 464

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eloved Australian comedic icon Effie will share her unique brand of dating advice in a hilarious new stage show coming to the Blue Mountains.

In ‘Love Me Tinder’, Effie will hold up a mirror to the complexities of finding love and keeping it, as only she can.

The urge to swipe left or right, or to scratch that seven-year or seven-month itch is hard to resist even with the greatest of willpower.

Who isn’t on Tinder? How can we humans claim to be evolved and yet still have such animal urges? Is it possible to be smoking hot and hit upon every day and still stay faithful?

If love don’t cost a thing then why is

divorce so expensive? Effie has personal advice for such modern-day dilemmas.

Adored by all, Mary Coustas has embraced us with her humour and style for many years. Famously known as ‘Effie’, Mary is an icon of Australian comedy and theatre. Don’t miss your chance to laugh out loud and see this Logie award- winning living legend up close and very personals.

‘Love Me Tinder’ will be on at the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub on Friday, September 13 at 8pm.

Tickets are from$40. To book, call 4723 5050.

Join the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition silver medallist and Sydney International Piano Competition Grand finalist, Kenny Broberg in recital.

He was recently the grand finalist and third prize winner of the 2019 Tchaikovsky Competition held in Moscow. Expect to hear sublime playing that will undoubtedly confirm Kenny as one of the next great talents of the piano.

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he incredible cabaret ‘Lady Beatle’ brings to life The Beatles’ immortal catalogue in a sensational stage show.

It stars the amazing Green Room Award winner, Naomi Price, who featured on ‘The Voice’.

Inspired by true accounts it is a rollicking magical mystery tour set to a soundtrack of more than 35 songs, which were the biggest hits from The Fab Four.

The show ends with a fabulous dance party mega- mix where they try to

cram as many songs as they can into 15 minutes.

But ‘Lady Beatle’ is more than wellknown tunes, it tells the story of an enigmatic character with insider knowledge of The Beatles’ rise to stardom.

Her identity is revealed only in the final minutes of the show and it’s a real surprise for audiences.

With an electrifying live band, psychedelic lighting and dazzling special effects, ‘Lady Beatle’ delivers an exceptional night out.

‘Lady Beatle’ will be on at Riverside Theatre in Parramatta on Friday, September 7 at 8pm. Tickets are from $57. To book, call 8839 3399.

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A bloody funny production for teens!

“Bathory is a supernatural enigma. Not quite vampire, not quite witch, not quite crap art teacher.” Jane, Student, Butt Road High School.

When the students of 10F decide to pull the prank of the century, there’s just one thing that stands in their way. The private school boys from Judas Gents have arrived, and they don’t feel so comfortable with murder.

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WIN! Art of Banksy to open in Sydney

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he Art of Banksy, the world’s largest touring collection of Banksy’s works, will open at the Entertainment Quarter in Sydney from Friday, September 13.

The Art of Banksy has already generated international excitement when it visited Melbourne, Tel Aviv, Auckland, Toronto and Miami, and now this unique exhibition comes to Sydney.

The Art of Banksy showcases 80 original works associated with, arguably, the most intriguing and talkedabout artist in modern history. These privately- owned pieces of Banksy’s works, include canvasses, screenprints and sculptures.

Banksy, whose identity is the art world’s biggest secret, is an enigmatic artist and world- recognised political activist. His graffiti- influenced stencil technique, often combined with antiestablishment slogans, is immediately identifiable and never fails to generate attention and controversy.

Visit www.theartofbanksyau.com.au.

The Weekender has two double passes to The Art of Banksy to give away. For your chance to win one, send an email to competitions@westernweekender. com.au with ‘Banksy’ in the subject line. Entries close Monday, September 2. Authorised under NSW Permit No LTPM/19/04131.

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DRAMA, COMEDY

SPENCER “Left me feeling as good as watching The Castle or Kath and Kim. It’s hilarious and it hurts in all the right places because it’s us.”

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Revisiting the magic of Bob Dylan

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Audience advice: Strong language. Adult themes.

A brand new comedy-drama looking at a gloriously dysfunctional Australian family, this is modern story telling at its best!

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Spencer employs classic Australian vernacular, lashings of humour, and recognisable characters that ask us to consider how much our family defines who we are.

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tribute to Bob Dylan as distinct as the man himself. One of Australia’s most loved and respected actors and performers, John Waters brings you his unique perspective on the work of the greatest living songwriter. He takes his love of Bob Dylan on the road with his show ‘Dylan Revisited’.

John has made his mark in film and theatre productions since the early 1970s. He has featured on stage in ‘Hair’ and ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ along with TV on ‘Play School’, ‘All Saints’, ‘Sea Patrol’, ‘Offspring’, ‘Rake’ and ‘Mystery

Road’. Well known for his internationally acclaimed one-man show ‘Through The Glass Onion’, Waters now turns his attention to Dylan who is a singer, songwriter, musician, poet and literary genius that he looks up to.

John is revisiting the illustrious Bob Dylan songbook. From ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’ to ‘Like A Rolling Stone’, ‘Hurricane’ and ‘Knocking on Heaven’s Door’, hear the songs that changed the world, performed by an artist whose world was changed by Dylan’s songs.

‘Dylan Revisited’ will be on at the EVAN Theatre in Penrith on Saturday, September 7 at 8pm. Tickets are $55.95.

To book, call 1800 PANTHERS or visit penrithpanthers.com.au.

PIONEER TAVERN Cnr Maxwell & The Northern Road, South Penrith Phone: 4736 4466 WW38708

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10 comedy ‘How To Stay Married’, 

starring Peter Helliar and Lisa McCune, has been renewed for a second season.

The first season, which premiered last November, had some very mixed reviews, so I must say I’m a little surprised they are giving it another run.

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TV NEWS

Pilot Week returns to 10 next Sunday,  September 8. Screening this year are ‘Part Time Private Eyes’, ‘I Am…Roxy’, ‘Sydney’s Crazy Rich Asians’ and ‘My 80-Year-Old Flatmate’. ‘Catfish Australia’ was previously announced but that has

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since been dumped due to casting issues.

If shows are successful during Pilot Week, they may be greenlit for further episodes.

The man behind the very popular 

Carpool Karaoke segment, James Corden, has signed to remain with ‘The Late Late Show’ until August 2022. The show currently screens very, very late on 10 Peach.

ABC serial ‘The Heights’ has been  renewed for a second season.

Andrew Denton has axed his own 

show ‘Interview’ after two seasons. While Seven were keen for a third season, Denton thought it was time to move on.

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of all things Disney, Disney+ streaming will launch in Australia on November 19

BATWOMAN, FOX8 at $8.99 per month or $89.99 per year.

Customers will be able to subscribe directly or via in-app purchases and it will be available on a slew of platforms including Apple, Google, Xbox One, Sony via its Android TVs and the Playstation 4 and Roku.

Talented Penrith kids wanted: Chan nel Seven is on the hunt for new kids to appear in a third season of ‘Little Big Shots’. To apply, visit go.mycastingnet. com/Apply/Show/LittleBigShots.

US action series ‘Batwoman’, starring 

Ruby Rose, will premiere on FOX8 on Tuesday, October 8 at 8.30pm. FOX8 will be having an action week with returning titles ‘The Flash’ and ‘Arrow’ plus new series ‘Doom Patrol’, ‘Pennyworth’ and ‘Swamp Thing’.

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Daily episodes of ‘Days of Our Lives’ and ‘The Young and the Restless’ will then screen weekdays from Monday, September 2 at 1pm and 2pm respectively.

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American Music Awards than any other female artist. How many has she won?

5. What was the title of Taylor Swift’s 2014 album?

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1. In what music genre did Taylor Swift first make her name?

2. What is Taylor Swift’s middle name?

3. Taylor Swift recently released a new album to strong critical acclaim, what’s it called?

4. Taylor Swift has won more

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MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

your horoscopes

Energy and enthusiasm are high but don’t say or do something unintentionally hurtful. Hasty words can cut like a knife so think before you speak and self-edit along the way. The planets also activate your health and wellbeing zone. So find time in your busy life to prepare nutritious meals and follow a regular fitness routine. Avoid being a flash-in-the-pan though! Make sure your promises and good intentions can last the distance.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

When it comes to a child, teenager or friend, you’ll have to dig deep if you want to decipher what’s really going on. Make sure you focus on verified facts, rather than vague hearsay. It is a good time to concentrate on your goals for the future.

As Beyonce said: “I can never be safe; I always try and go against the grain. As soon as I accomplish one thing, I just set a higher goal”.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

Joanne Madeline Moore Daily posts at www.bohoastro.com twitter @JoMadelineMoore Copyright Joanne Madeline Moore 2019

Have you got a long list of domestic chores that you’ve been avoiding? With the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars in your home zone, tackle the to-do list with extra energy and enthusiasm. But it would be wise to handle a feisty family member with a double dose of diplomacy.

And don’t fall into the trap of being sidetracked into pursuing someone else’s agenda. Have the courage, conviction and fortitude to forge your own path.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

The stars favour communicating, social networking and multi-tasking to the max!

You crave your comfortable routines, but you need to shake them up with some creative thinking and adventurous dreaming. And are you stuck in worry wart mode? Seek advice from an older friend or family member, someone whose wisdom and experience you respect. A problem shared is a problem halved.

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

Don’t hide your Leo light under a bushel!

The Sun (your power planet) links up with Mars, Mercury and Saturn. So it’s time to communicate creatively, move mountains and make a real difference. Public speaking and performing are favoured, as you display your leadership skills (and unique talents) for all to see. As performer Freddie Mercury said: “I always knew I was a star, and now the rest of the world seems to agree with me”.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

With the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars visiting your sign you’ll be at your versatile Virgo best as you impress others with your methodical mind, broad general knowledge, multi-tasking skills and meticulous attention to detail. So Monday to Friday is the time to analyse evidence, power through paperwork, do research, edit work, revise projects or problem-solve.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Don’t be deceived by glossy, glamorous appearances. You can be dazzled by obvious outer beauty but this week you need to look beneath the surface to evaluate a person’s true worth. You’re also keen to take a break from the harsh realities of daily life with some pure escapism as you read a fantasy novel, listen to uplifting music, watch a romantic movie or daydream. Make sure you can differentiate between solid fact and pure fiction.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

It’s a wonderful week to connect, network, negotiate and socialise with like-minded souls within your sphere of influence. At the moment, it’s not what you know but who you know! You could also be approached to contribute your talents to a group dynamic like a class or club. But Neptune is stirring up your creativity and friendship zone, so projects and people will be hard to pin down.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

With so many planets (including diplomatic Venus) stimulating your career zone, patching up problems with students, superiors, colleagues, clients or customers will be easier now than at other times. Your communication skills are firing, so make sure you’re using them well. Friday’s Sun/Saturn trine is particularly fortuitous for work, business and financial matters but avoid putting your foot firmly in your mouth.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

This week’s stars encourage nurturing a long-term relationship or starting a new romance that has the potential to last the distance. But with Saturn moving slowly through your sign, avoid the tendency to be a super critical Capricorn who’s a nit-picking perfectionist. And don’t be afraid of making messy mistakes. As Beyonce said: “If everything was perfect, you would never learn and never grow”.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Aquarians can appear absent-minded and distracted, as you dream about saving the world and then neglect matters closer to home. The Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars are all visiting the practical and productive sign of Virgo, which will help focus your mind and settle your restlessness. So use the earthy energy to power through projects and clear the to-do list. As Keanu Reeves said: “The simple act of paying attention can take you a long way”.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

You have a natural ability to calm, console and help others. But promising more than you can deliver is a danger. If you pace yourself and take practical baby steps, then you’ll get things done without too much chaos. Romance is also highlighted, as Venus and Mars amplify your partnership zone. For singles – make sure you can you distinguish between a soul mate connection and a dating disaster.

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Allan Hamlin www.allanhamlin.com.au Want a reading? Email Allan.Hamlin@westernweekender.com.au and include your full name, date of birth and your question. Please note your first name plus your question and reading may appear in print.

your Jo Wholohan

I would like to connect with my Pa, Allan.

Lauren, Emu Plains As I connect with this man I sense a gentleman with old fashioned values.

He would have liked to provide for and support his family in every way. I feel a great sense of pride in his house, and home ownership would have been a priority.

As his energy comes closer he reveals a very thick head of hair that would have been maintained his whole life, as looking good was important to him. I sense he watches over your children but may not have met some of them as I’ve not got the feeling of your children knowing him.

He may have needed assistance bathing or dressing as he aged which would have bothered him just because he would not want to rely on people for aid. I also feel he was a man of knowledge and would comment on any matter with expertise (this comes with a laugh).

The name ‘Kerry’ or ‘Karen’ is mentioned as a person who is important to him here in our world. I also feel he shares a passion for cars and you may have memories of him looking over specialty vehicles.

He speaks of you being a very generous person and talks of the three children.

He admires your home too and helps you make your home a castle. He mentions a date close to the middle of April as an important anniversary or event.

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Women need to know about their own bodies, the changes that occur throughout the various life stages and

second opinion in terms of health care and suggests a new doctor may be introduced for assisting in a condition around your family.

Your Pa is proud of your strong family unit. He mentions your marriage and is delighted that you picked ‘the right man!’.

He tells me he was there for all the christenings and this location has been used to commemorate multiple family events.

I see you also have an interest in psychic things and anything natural, organic or of the Earth is highly recommended for you.

You are adored by family and your partner and this will never change. Personal challenges next year will include family time versus work hours and also keeping mum happy by seeing the children. Blessings Lauren.

I would like to contact my Nan. Brooke, Penrith I feel the energy of being ‘bed bound’ around this lady and perhaps her not wanting people to see her when not at her best, as a treatment may have been taxing on her energy.

She shows me a drawer in your room which may hold the memento you relate to her.

Your Nan was a pretty good talker too, so losing her voice affected her greatly. She would miss being around you because I think you need her strength and unconditional love.

There is a feeling of not being able to say goodbye on your preferred terms which may mean you were stopped or unable to speak to her due to reasons beyond your control.

I sense Patrick or just ‘Pat’ is a person close to you and may have some connection to your Nan also.

This lady would also have had an interest in dogs and seems to love poodles, which would also be a very good dog breed for you to consider owning too.

I can’t even begin to let you know just how much she watches over you and your daily life.

I get a sense that you may feel alone sometimes but please remember that it is OK to be sad occasionally as long as you are honest with yourself and those around you. ‘No hiding from life’ should become your motto and your mantra.

Making sure you have the right partner is a priority to the Spirit World as they see and hear that your dreams of a happy family life are so important to you.

Your happiness as a wife and in life is certainly a long- term goal for you. And finally, “eat your vegetables, Brooke” your Nan tells me. (She says this with a laugh and very light heartedly but I would still eat those vegetables, Brooke!)

Your energy is truly lovely and you have so much love in your heart to give to the right people.

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Half-way point reached, and I’m feeling great!

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I’m feeling healthier, more energetic and I’m starting to fit into some of my clothes that I’d relegated to the back of my wardrobe.

Everyone in the group appears to be getting into a groove now and I’ve found myself beginning to push harder on some of the machines and activities – increasing the resistance, using heavier weights, doing more reps – so I can get the most out of my workout.

Carl’s affable and positive personality really rubs off, and there is definitely a good energy in the room, which helps you forget it’s 5.30am in the morning!

He’s expertise and knowledge are also second- to- none, and it’s rare to walk away from a session without learning another tip or trick to improve my fitness or wellbeing.

I’ve been following a pretty strict diet during the program, but allowed myself a cheat night on the weekend for a special occasion, but got right back on the wagon the next day.

I’ve even looked into doing some yoga on the days I don’t do the program, which is an indication of my level of motivation, which was fairly poor before I began the challenge.

It’s a testament to Carl that all 10 of us in the group have consistently turned up and while I can’t speak for everyone, it feels great to be putting my health first, making time for myself and committing to positive change.

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The business doesn’t know where their profit comes from Most businesses have a pretty good handle on their sources of revenue; this is different to the sources of profit.

Often business streams that generate a large amount of revenue are not overly profitable. Many businesses do not accurately calculate the cost of delivering their product or service. Most of us are pretty good at attributing the direct costs, things like cost of goods sold, materials and wages. The indirect costs are often not dealt with appropriately. In rare cases they are ignored completely, more often they are attributed in a uniform method across the business. This is often misleading. By way of example, if a certain revenue stream requires significantly more space (for production or storage etc.), it makes sense to attribute the cost of the overall space accordingly.

If we know what areas generate the most profit we can focus our attention to those revenue streams.

No consideration for cash flow Many businesses are profitable on paper, but are unable to provide their owners

with an income in line with this profit. In the worse cases, despite being profitable, the business is unable to pay the bills.

This is often the case where businesses are going through a growth period.

The profit is being used to meet the increased demand, this can be buying more product or new materials, improving infrastructure or increasing staff. By the time they reap the rewards investing back into the business it is necessary to reinvest again and the cycle continues.

It is common for a business to have the profits sitting in inventory and debtors.

It is important to have at least one eye on the cash flow of the business.

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They underpay themselves, ignore their own super and put more and more of their resources into the business.

The idea of being in business is to make money and this should never be forgotten. It is OK to make sacrifices in the short term, with the view to long term success in mind. It is also important to be pragmatic, you need to know when you will receive the benefit of your sacrifices.

We try and encourage clients to put time frames in place where they will be able to pay themselves something close to market rates and nominate a time where they will be in a position to make contributions to super.

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Some folks have a massive fear of flying S and choose to keep both feet firmly based an a on terra-firma swearing never to take to o tthe skies. Some experience an immense feeling of exultation once they are soarfeeli ing iin the ether. I am of the latter and have a sense of sorrow for those who have either never experienced flight or choose not to.

There is one form of air transport in particular that blows me away.

Can you guess? It has an ability to take off and land vertically, to hover, and to fly forward, backward, and laterally. Yep, you got it. Helicopter flights are one of my favourites when it comes to getting sky bound and on a recent trip to Queenstown, New Zealand I had a bucket- list experience that I didn’t even know was on my list!

The ever- attentive staff at The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments where I was staying are super helpful and always at the ready to offer you all sorts of unique and breathtaking options when it comes to activities in Queenstown, and they all individually have one that is special to them that they are keen to spruik.

One that immediately caught my attention was a helicopter flight with the gang at Helicopter Line. They have a great relationship with the hotel and seriously these guys have got every possible base covered when it comes to chopper flights!

Just think of a word and put Heli in front and they will have you covered. Well just about. Fishing, biking, hiking, wining, dining, skiing, diving, they even offer Heli weddings!

So, here’s the rub.

I was transferred directly from the hotel to the Helicopter Line base at Queenstown airport and chauffeured onto the waiting chopper, after the standard safety checks and weigh in of course (I just passed).

On board were myself and four others, including the pilot and a diver.

As we took to the air I immediately felt that rush of blood and the exhilaration that I relished so much. A loop over the city and the amazing Lake Wakatipu and then we headed west over the Richardson

Humbolts, through Hollyford Valley and the Tutuko glacier region.

What a sight they were too, I could not lift my jaw from resting on my lap.

Absolutely astounding sights, the kind of sights that never leave you once you had laid your eyes upon it. As the coastline appeared our jovial and super skilled pilot, Ben, performed some sharp manoeuvres overhead and in between some impressive rocky outcrops before landing on what I soon learned to be Madagascar Beach. It reminded me of something you may see in a King Kong movie. Totally isolated with lush vegetation leading to volcanic-like sands which then slipped into the rocky ocean waters.

While Fraser, our diver, donned his gear and gave us the thumbs up and slipped into the somewhat stirring sea, we admired the untouched surrounds while sipping a little Veuve. I mean really? This was nearly too good.

Not 20 minutes had passed when Fraser launched from the briny with his dive bag alive and flipping, full of tail fans, claws and legs.

Yes, indeed a bag full of crayfish direct from the supplier, mother herself!

Once back at the hotel my prize catch (no I wasn’t really taking the credit) was whisked away straight to the kitchen to be fashioned into a culinary delight by head chef, Ben Batterbury.

To be honest with seafood as fresh as that I would have been happy with the simplest of offerings, char grilled, steamed, with a little garlic, ginger and shallots even just al la natural. I was still high from the whole adventure, hell I may have eaten it raw I was so pumped.

Chef had other ideas and as I sat gazing over the lake to the mountain ranges beyond from my window setting at the luxurious Rees restaurant I would have looked like a Cheshire cat, waiting patiently for his supper.

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It’s a big thing being a Dad! Balancing responsibilities. Working hard to get it right. Loving your kids and wife to the best of your ability.

If you’re a Dad, how are you are going?

Being a Dad can be tricky. There’s no instruction manual. Kids are so different. Life is so busy. And no doubt we’ve all made mistakes, yet we still want the best for our kids. So how can we know which way to go?

In the Bible’s book of Ephesians, the Apostle Paul has a helpful instruction, “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord”.

When Paul says, “Don’t exasperate your children”, it means things like; Dads, aim to be consistent; not saying one thing and doing another. Set realistic boundaries and follow them through. Be fair and loving. Be tuned into them, not preoccupied with other things.

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But Paul also says, “bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord”.

Like a good sports coach, a good father leads by example.

He’ll work hard at trying to introduce his children to Jesus so they can grow as mature young men and women of God. He’ll pray for them and let them know Jesus loves them and laid down his life for them. He’ll even take them to church.

That’s a lot to think about isn’t it?

Dads, the best thing you can do for your kids is help and encourage them to know Jesus, so it would be great for you to get to know Jesus yourself. Hope you have a very happy Father’s Day!

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

Pyometras can become life threatening especially if the uterus ruptures inside the body. Untreated pyometra can cause dehydration, kidney failure and eventual death from infection and toxin accumulation.

What causes a pyometra?

Each time a dog has a season (generally twice a year), she undergoes hormonal changes. These changes affect the uterus and cervix and make infection more likely. Infection is usually caused by a very common organism called E. Coli.

The disease usually becomes apparent several weeks or months following heat.

What are the signs of pyometra?

Pyometra is obviously only seen in females and can occur at any age but more commonly occurs in dogs over the age of six. Early signs can be subtle and could just include increased licking around

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How is pyometra diagnosed?

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

Once the diagnosis has been confirmed, the best treatment option is surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus as soon as possible. Some animals are too sick for an anaesthetic and need to be stabilised prior to surgery.

Can it be prevented?

Yes! The only way to prevent this condition is by having your dog desexed. If you are not intending to breed your dog, then she should be desexed at any time from six months of age. Not only does desexing prevent pyometra and cancers of the reproductive tract, but if you get your female dog desexed before her first season then this reduces the chance of breast cancer developing later in life by 90 per cent.

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The GWS Giants will play one last game in Sydney next weekend, an elimination final against the Western Bulldogs

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he GWS Giants are set to welcome back a host of big names for next weekend’s home elimination final against the Western Bulldogs.

With everything on the line in the do- or- do clash, the Giants are banking on the fitness of a number of key players including Toby Greene (calf), Nick Haynes (throat), Brett Deledio (calf), Stephen Coniglio (knee) and Jacob Hopper (hamstring).

Speaking with the media on Monday, Giants coach Leon Cameron said Greene should be right to play while Haynes

– who was named in the All Australian squad this week – is touch and go.

“Green is tracking along really well and if we were playing this weekend he would play, while Haynes will be the unknown as he still has to see the specialist,” he said.

“Deledio is progressing well and Coniglio is getting the all-clear to do a lot of agility stuff now, whether he’s fit in two weeks remains to be seen.

“Jacob Hopper trained on Saturday and is ready to come back in.”

Following last weekend’s final round of the regular season, the entire AFL competition will pause this weekend before the 2019 AFL Finals get underway

next Thursday night with West Coast doing battle with Essendon.

While the week off before Finals had its controversies when it was first introduced, Cameron is welcoming the time off to get his side refreshed and prepared for the biggest game of the season thus far.

“Three years ago I said we probably didn’t need a bye but the last couple of years it no doubt helps,” he said.

“You restock, you recalibrate, and all the eight clubs will be the same. They’ll be saying they need a spell, their players have gone to war for 22 weeks and they need to just take a breather and we are not different.”

The Giants finished just one spot above next Saturday afternoon’s opponents, the Western Bulldogs, after the homeand-away season. However, the visitors will be going into the clash full of confidence having thrashed the Giants by 61 points less than a fortnight ago.

“We are a looking forward to the game, we’ve got to make up a 10- goal margin because they beat us eight days ago by 10 goals,” Cameron said.

“The [Bulldogs] are currently one of the best teams in the competition.

“I’m confident our guys can use the next 10 to 11 days to prepare for what’s set to be an outstanding game at Giants Stadium.”

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New leaders for new era at Wanderers Story continued from » p. 72 Following a stint with the Central Coast Mariners, Duke took his talents to Japan for several years before returning to the A-League in January, where he signed with the Wanderers.

The forward made an immediate impact on his arrival, scoring off the bench just 21 seconds into his first outing for Western Sydney.

Wanderers CEO John Tsatsimas praised the former Socceroo on the impact he has had on the club since his arrival.

“Mitchell fits perfectly with our ethos as a club: for the people of western Sydney by the people of western Sydney,” he said.

“Mitchell understands the value of representing the Wanderers and the weight that wearing the red and black hoops carries.

“We are very proud to have a player from western Sydney representing the club and cannot wait to see what he can achieve with the team this season.”

Meanwhile, new vice - captain Dylan McGowan, who joined the Wanderers this off- season from Danish club Vendyssel, has a wealth of experience on both an international and domestic level.

The Wanderers play their first game of the season on October 12.

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he 2019 Super Netball season has ended abruptly for Giants Netball, with the club missing the Finals for the first time in their short history.

Following an impressive 70- 60 victory over the West Coast Fever last Saturday, the Giants’ fate was out of their hands with Collingwood and the Melbourne Vixens meeting in the final match of the season on Sunday.

The Magpies secured seven competition points to leapfrog the Giants and finish in fourth spot due to a superior percentage with a comprehensive victory over their crosstown rivals.

Giants coach Julie Fitzgerald said it was a painful end to the up and down 2019 campaign.

“We are all disappointed today as it’s not how we wanted our season to end but, in the end, our slow start to the season caught up with us,” she said on Sunday.

“I couldn’t have asked more from the girls and the way they performed following the World Cup in winning four out

Kim Green. Photo: Narelle Spranger of the our last five games, which made me confident we could take it right up to whoever we met in the Finals.

“While none of us wanted to end on this note, I’m glad we got the opportunity to farewell Kim Green the way she deserved yesterday in front of her home fans after such a brilliant career.”

Before last weekend’s match long-time Giants captain Kim Green announced she was retiring from the game after 17 years.

Since entering the elite level in 2003, Green established herself as one of the biggest names in netball and one of the most respected athletes in the country.

The 33-year-old said the time was right to step away from the game.

“It’s been an incredible 17 years playing the game I love at this level and I’ve loved every minute of it,” Green said.

“I’ve made lifelong friends and the time I’ve spent with teammates, coaches and support staff are memories that will stay with me forever.

“I’m fortunate enough to have exciting projects that I have been helping develop over a number of years within this industry and I am thrilled to now be able to devote my time to growing women’s sport across a global community.

“Netball has given me so much and it’s time now for me to give back.”

The Giants will now spend the offseason searching for a new leader.

“It clearly hasn’t all gone to plan this year but I have no doubt we’ll come back stronger in 2020,” Fitzgerald said.

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fter losing their non- elimination Final against Macquarie University last weekend, the Penrith Rams have picked themselves up and dusted themselves off in preparation for this Sunday’s must-win game against Southern Power.

If the Rams manage to defeat the Power at Kanebridge Oval, they’ll qualify for their second straight AFL Sydney Platinum Division Grand Final.

Penrith have been working hard at training all week after they were shocked by Macquarie University 60-34 last Sunday at Henson Park.

Despite defeating Macquarie University by a big margin the week prior, the Rams were unable to contain their opposition in consecutive weeks.

Rams captain Nathan Wright said his side didn’t stick to the game plan and had problems with attitude.

“We didn’t move the ball as well as we did the week before and I’m not sure we had the right attitude either,” he said.

“Our coach was disappointed after the

Penrith Rams players receiving instructions last weekend. Photo: Christian Triffitt match but we all knew we didn’t play great.

We didn’t dwell on it too much at training either, we addressed it and moved on.”

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“We were in the same position last year too, we lost our first Finals game and went on to win the Grand Final,” he said.

“While it was disappointing, we moved on pretty quickly. We’ve got a track history where we’ve been alright.”

This Sunday’s opponents, Southern Power, finished third after 18 rounds and avoiding elimination by belting Western Magic by 49 points last weekend.

Wright said despite Penrith’s good record against the boys from the Shire, he is wary of their strong all-round game particularly in a do-or-die match.

“We played them twice this year and won both games, but they weren’t easy,” he said.

“They are just a really good all- round team, they have good skills and are really tough.

“They played the game before us last Sunday and were on fire. They moved the ball well and are an all-round good unit.”

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hree local cricket stars of the future have been selected in the NSW Metro squad to compete at the Male U17 National Championships in Mackay next month.

Penrith Cricket Club youngsters Ryley Smith, Jordan Watson and Liam Doddrell will represent their state with pride when teams from around the country do battle at the Championships from September 30 to October 10.

The trio were selected in the team after impressing at the U17 State Challenge in Coffs Harbour last week.

26 players were vying for just 14 spots in the squad. They were divided into the Metro Sixers and Thunder teams for the carnival that also included two sides from Country NSW/ACT, the Country Sixers and Thunder.

The final squad includes two Australian U16 representatives who toured Dubai in January, Penrith batsman Ryley Smith and ambidextrous all- rounder Nivethean Radrakrishnan.

Wicketkeeper/batsman Lachlan Shaw is also the only remaining member of last season’s NSW Metro squad.

Cricket NSW Coaching and Talent Manager for Metropolitan NSW, Gavan Twining, said the final NSW Metro team was chosen after numerous standout performances at the three-day State Challenge.

“Ellis Sherriff took four wickets on day two, demonstrating his ability to swing the new ball,” he said.

“The batting also has some real talent and skill.

“Corey Miller scoring a well- crafted 77 on day three, Lachlan Shaw’s 112 and 70 confirmed his potential, along with Ethan Deal, Ryley Smith and Niv Radrakrishnan, all showing their ability to score runs over the three days.”

Twining said the squad possessed significant fast bowling depth too, which was a major bonus.

“It has a mix of accurate swing bowling, with some tall and fast quicks who bowl at a good pace,” he said.

Each team at the upcoming U17 National Championships in Mackay will play four round- robin matches to qualify for the semi finals.

Those selected from Penrith are hoping to impress at the Championships as they build their cricket careers and hope for a bright future.

Penrith’s Ryley Smith playing for the Cricket Australia XI. Photo: CA/Brody Grogan

Around the grounds AFL: The Penrith Rams Platinum Division Reserves team have been eliminated from the AFL Sydney Finals, losing to Western Magic 95-30 last Sunday morning at Henson Park. The Rams were never really in it, down by 29 points at half-time before blowing out to a 60-point deficit at the end of three quarters. Penrith’s Josh Howe was best in a beaten side, booting three goals in the loss.

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GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks have lost the opening game of the season, smashed by the Northern Sydney Rebels 57-20 in Round 1 of the Gridiron NSW Men’s competition. In the day’s other matches, Nepean’s Colts team suffered a loss at the hands of the Rebels 10-6, while the Ducks’ inaugural women’s team went down to the Central Coast Sharks 24-14. All three teams will hope to bounce back when they tackle the UNSW Raiders in Round 2 this Saturday at Craik Park.

NETBALL: The Panthers Opens team have lost 10 consecutive games, defeated by the Central Coast Heart 59-41 in Round 12 of the Netball NSW

Premier League competition. Meanwhile, the Panthers Under 23s team have lost five straight matches, defeated by the Heart 62-55. Both teams will take on North Shore United in Round 13.

GYMNASTICS: Local gymnastics club J.A Gymsports enjoyed excellent results at the 2019 Gymnastics NSW Winter State Championships last week in Rooty Hill. J.A Gymsports were particularly strong in the acrobatics and trampoline portion of the event, with local gymnasts competing across multiple divisions and claiming a staggering amount of medals. A stand-out performance came from young gymnast Katie Sertori, who became state champion in the Level 2 trampoline division. An impressive result for a 13-year-old, competing against 30 other gymnasts.

RUGBY LEAGUE: Round 23 of the Ron Massey Cup and Sydney Shield competitions took place last weekend. In the Ron Massey Cup, Penrith Brothers were embarrassed by Mounties 72-0, while St Marys were far too good for the Glebe Burwood Wolves 66-16. In the Sydney Shield competition, Penrith Brothers went down to the Ryde-Eastwood Hawks 44-8, while St Marys defeated Sydney University 28-18.

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The club announced the 28- year- old’s appointment last Sunday, with defender and newcomer Dylan McGowan assuming the vice captaincy role.

Duke was presented the prestigious captain’s armband by inaugural Wanderers skipper Michael Beauchamp.

Duke said it was an honour to represent the club as captain.

“Coming to the Wanderers is already a massive privilege, but to be named captain is a massive honour in itself,” he said.

“I’m excited to bring my leadership and create an environment at the club that is not just about me leading the club with the armband.

We are a team full of leaders, it doesn’t matter how old the boys are, I want everyone to be a leader.

“With Michael Beauchamp giving me the armband, it was a massive honour. I can’t be thankful enough for the boys thinking and believing in me that I’m up for this challenge.”

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Biji-Barbi

M17

FISHING & MARINE

On The Road Magazine Pat Callinan Media

M1 Stage

G2

STAND #

4Wheeling Australia Creators Stage

F46

A247.com.au Revolution Power

D55

Action Communications

M53

Auto One

D44

Bronco Ute Trays

E17

Chris' Knives

M15

Club 4x4 Insurance

F44

Dobinson Spring & Suspension Sydney

C30

Fulcrum Suspensions

M35

Heavenly Beef Jerky

M49

Honda Generators Generator Place

E10 TD1 & F37

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E56

Snatch Clothing

D56

Tumerix

M7

PERFORMANCE STAND # STAND #

Adrad Radiators

M33

BOS Jockey Wheels & Accessories

D35

Chris' Knives

M15

Boating Safety Information

C56

Darche

C47

Chris' Knives

M15

Auto One

D44

Evershower

M50

Hot Tackle

C55

C30

Food Vacuum Sealer

M48

Dobinson Spring & Suspension Sydney

Hillbilly Camping Gear

B44

LIFESTYLE PRODUCTS

Fulcrum Suspensions

M35

Hooroo Adventures and Accessories

E11

Active Aftermarket Installations

M40

Pro-Ma Performance Products

C57

James Baroud

D39

ARK Corporation

F18

SW Diesel Performance Diesel Chips

Korr Lighting

M44

Auto One

D44

Marxgold Starting Solutions

F10

Chris' Knives

M15

MITS Alloy

D43

Classic Escapes

M20

Ozpig Australia Pty Ltd

B49

Dam Steel Fabrications Pty Ltd

Oztent

E19

Filko Cleaners

STAND #

D27 F8

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D34

Flexiglass

D29

Perception Lighting

F12

Free 24 7

F3

Roof Rack Superstore

D24

Front Runner

AOH4

RV Storage Solutions

M21

Howling Moon

AOH5

Select 4WD Products

M37 & AOH6

Shockloc

F7

Smarttek Smart Hot Water System

F5

Miners Den Nature Lodge Optics

M18 G8

Ozpig Australia Pty Ltd

B49

Roof Rack Superstore

D24

Advance Installation Service / CRD Tech Sydney

E6

D8

TYRES

STAND #

AAV 4x4

G2

Black Bear Tyres Australia

C51

Bob Jane T-Marts

D18

Penrith City Tyres & Automotive

F14

Tyres and More

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C30a

STAND # M8 AOH2

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SHOW MAP & EXHIBITOR LIST FISHING ZONE

E56 E55

BUSH CAMP STAGE

F56

G8 G4 G3 G2

WALKWAY

E54

E53

D56 D55

C54 C53

E52

E51

D52 D51

C52 C51

D50 D49

C47

F55

AOH 1-7

E46 E45

B45

D45

F44 F43

C45

G7 G1

F

E

C

E43

D44 D43

E40 E41

D42 D41

TOUGH DOG VIEWING AREA

TD1

D

F37 D38

E37

TOUGH H DOG MOUNTAIN

M15

M17

M18 M20

M14

F10

M13 M44

F11 F10 F9 F8 F7 F6 F5 F4 F3 F2 F1

D25

D24

D23

D22

E19

E20 E18

E8

C34a

C33 C32

D18

E17 E14

E10 E11

E12

D17 D16

C31 C30 C30a

D8 D9 D11

C57 C29

ATM

E6 F12

F13

F14

F18

4WD STUNTS AREA

VIEWING AREA

SHOW ENTRY & TICKETS

M21

M11

MARQUEE ENTRY/EXIT

SUPER MARQUEE

D26

D27

E22

ENLARGED VIEW

C35

C34

D29 F27 F2

F8

B37

C36

D32

E23

ROW NUMBER

D34

D31

F3 F35

4WD TRACK AREA

B

D37 D35

E33

C37

D39

D35a

G

B46

B44

CLUB SUPER DISPLAYS

TEST TRACK AREA

F45

WALKWAY

WALKWAY

B49

WALKWAY WAY

RECOVERY & LANDROVER EXPERIENCE AREA

C56

C55

F46

TOW-Ed Backingdemonstration

M48 M10

M49

M9 M8 M7 M5

M50

M42

M24

F7

M41

M25

F5

M40 M52 M39

M27

M53 M37

M29

F3

SHUTTLE BUS STOP

MAP LEGEND

FOOD & DRINK

ENTRANCE & TICKET BOOTH

BUS STOP

TOILETS

KID’S PLAY AREA

SHOW OFFICE

PARCEL PICKUP

FIRST AID

DISABLED PARKING

F1

M4

M30 M55 M35

M1 M57 M33 M32

SUPER MARQUEE

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