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TRAM TOWN The Penrith CBD has been described as a “prime location” for trackless trams in the future, in a unique vision that could revolutionise transport in the city. Nicola Barton reports on page 5.

Man caught with dozens of lewd videos taken at shopping centre

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man has been charged after he was busted taking videos under the skirts of female shoppers at a major shopping centre in Penrith.

The 52-year-old had his phone seized by police on Tuesday and was arrested and charged, with dozens of recordings found on his device.

“Examination of the phone revealed over 28 video recordings made over the past two days within the shopping centre,” a Police spokesperson said.

“The man was taken to Penrith Police Station where he was charged with three counts of ‘filming a person without consent’.”

The man’s phone continues to be examined and further charges are expected to be laid.

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Emergency workers confronted with horror scene after head-on crash at St Clair

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woman has tragically died in a head- on crash at St Clair just two weeks from Christmas.

The accident happened shortly after 3am on Tuesday when a car heading south on Mamre Road, near Luddenham Road, collided head- on with a truck travelling northbound.

The female driver of the car died at the scene.

The male driver of the truck suffered minor injuries and was taken to Nepean Hospital for mandatory tests.

Police and emergency services spent several hours at the scene, launching an investigation and closing Mamre Road at Luddenham Road.

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Labor’s rocky road ahead So Labor has finally put its Lindsay mystery to bed with its National Executive endorsing Diane Beamer as its candidate for next year’s election.

It was done almost in the dead of night, with a 24- hour nomination process and no chance for the local branches to have a formal say.

Ms Beamer is a local so there will be no backlash over ‘parachuting’ a candidate into the seat.

But not allowing rank and file members to have their say via a traditional preselection process will cause plenty of rumblings within the party locally.

It could further destabilise Labor in Lindsay, already rocked by the Emma Husar dramas of the past six months.

The party desperately wants Ms Husar to fade away quietly but that is very unlikely to happen.

The big problem for Labor is that there remains sympathy for Ms Husar in the electorate.

That could sway voters somewhat, especially those who feel she has been hard done by.

When I sat down with Diane Beamer a few weeks ago, she seemed fresh, energetic and ready for the challenge ahead.

But to suggest she comes into this with no baggage would be foolish.

Holding on to Lindsay by a margin of just 1.1 per cent, Labor could be in real trouble here. Cracks are appearing in the party and without solidarity the margin could easily be eaten up by the Liberals.

In the early weeks of the campaign, unity will be the message Labor needs to sell. It may struggle to achieve that given it appears very little exists.

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that in some way indicates taking drugs is OK, will only slow that progress.

While I’m usually one for individual responsibility, I’m very keen for the NSW Government to maintain its tough stance here. It’s just logical.

“The problem for Labor is that there remains sympathy for Emma Husar in the electorate”

When will they listen?

Another young life lost at a music festival and yet again the rapacious response is ‘let’s have pill testing’.

It seems like NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian is standing by her stance not to introduce the measure. We can all be thankful for that.

The real answer here is not pill testing, it is waking up to the fact that putting an unknown substance into your body that has potentially been manufactured in a garage somewhere is utter stupidity.

Trying to blame the government for the brainlessness of drug takers will get us nowhere.

We all mistakes in our youth. Plenty of us make mistakes in adulthood too. But like cigarette smoking slowly started to become ‘uncool’ as generations came and went, we can only hope that party drugs follow a similar path.

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We can’t change the past If it wasn’t a serious story, it would actually be funny.

American radio stations have pulled the Christmas classic ‘Baby, It’s Cold Outside’ from their playlists, saying some of its lyrics now seem inappropriate.

And so here we are, at the bottom of the #MeToo bucket.

On reflection, with the benefit of 20/20 hindsight, every generation leaves behind a little embarrassment; some of it more serious than others. You would like to think the generation that comes next works to fix it. That’s how society evolves and changes.

But to start pointing fingers at a song written in 1944 in a much simpler time and calling it a ‘date rape’ song or suggesting its lyrics are wildly inappropriate is a major over-reach.

We’ll get nowhere if we spend all of our time trawling through history and trying to correct every perceived misgiving of the past.

Sometimes we just have to accept things were a reflection of the time, and move on.

The song wasn’t written in 1944 in the context a few narks have chosen to see it in 74 years later.

It is a sweet, innocent enough song thats intent has now been misconstrued.

And I’ll be giving it a nice blaring in my car this Christmas period!

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Transport of the future?

Trackless tram vision revealed as Penrith’s focus turns to handling growth NICOLA BARTON

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Could trackless trams one day be making their way through Penrith?

Mr Borger said the link would also encourage travellers, businesses and investors to come into the region, boosting the local economy and further enlivening the city. “Trackless tram systems can be delivered for around 10 per cent of the cost of light rail due to them not requiring major

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excavation work for tracks or their own power systems,� Mr Borger said.

Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler commended The Quarter for creating a space for thought leaders to share their ideas of what Penrith’s future might be. “Penrith is a region on the rise. With major changes already happening across

the city, a collaborative view between thought leaders, experts, residents and Council is the key to our continued success. It’s fantastic to have these forums,� he said.

Cr Fowler said he believes the tram system would reduce congestion and better connect the community.

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ireless railway could be a reality in Penrith as business professionals look for ways to better connect the city.

A route that would stretch from Mulgoa Road all the way to St Marys has been suggested to promote easier access for the community.

Western Sydney Director of the Sydney Business Chamber, David Borger, proposed the idea as a guest speaker at The Quarter’s industry breakfast held at Penrith Panthers.

Mr Borger said the unique character, availability of land and the future of Penrith as a key city in Sydney’s west makes it a prime location for innovative transport. “Imagine taking a tram at Panthers and moving up High Street, past Kingswood Station via The Quarter, Penrith’s Health and Education precinct, before arriving at St Marys city centre,� he said.

With the new airport and aerotropolis on our doorstep, the tram line terminating at St Marys would provide an easy transfer to the North-South Rail Line, which received a funding commitment from the Federal and State Governments in March.

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Lib candidate is “ready to listen” NICOLA BARTON

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he is the fresh face on the local political scene, but Melissa McIntosh certainly won’t be holding back as she prepares for an election fight that will almost certainly go down to the wire.

In her first sit- down interview since winning Liberal endorsement for Lindsay, Ms McIntosh said she was excited about the challenge ahead.

Born in Nepean Hospital, Ms McIntosh said her life always revolved around western Sydney, where she met her husband and raised her three children.

Studying a Bachelor of Communications at Western Sydney University, she had a keen interest in Journalism, Public Relations and Video Production, but after working for a small community radio station, she found her way into politics. By the young age of 22, she was a media advisor for ex-Prime Minister John Howard.

“This gave me a really good grounding and understanding of the issues affecting people in the community and a lifelong passion for doing something that makes a difference, which ultimately led to where I am now,” she told the Weekender.

Over the past two-and-a-half years, she

has worked at Wentworth Community Housing, although spans decades in the not-for-profit and corporate sectors.

“All of my connections, everything that I have learned and done, to be able to apply that locally is something that I’m really passionate about,” she said.

Housing affordability, cost of living, local jobs and small businesses are the key areas she wants to focus on. She is also interested in protecting negative gearing and creating an active community.

“I’ll be listening to the community of Lindsay and taking what they tell me to Parliament and ensure that the Government is listening to them on these key issues that concern them,” she said.

“I am completely committed to listening to the people of Lindsay, being the voice and understanding the issues and also helping drive the great aspiration to create a better future for the people that live here.”

Although Lindsay fell to the party not in Government at the last election, it is set to be one of the deciding seats when Australia hits the polls.

Labor currently holds Lindsay by a margin of 1.1 per cent.

Ms McIntosh confirmed she is yet to meet with Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

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Beamer locked in to run for Labor NICOLA BARTON

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abor has all but ended the political career of its one-time rising star local MP, with Emma Husar dumped as its Lindsay candidate for next year’s election in favour of Diane Beamer.

The party officially endorsed Ms Beamer, the former State MP for Mulgoa, as its Lindsay candidate on Tuesday.

The Administrative Committee of the Australian Labor Party met last week to withdraw its endorsement of Ms Husar, referring the preselection for the highly marginal seat to the National Executive.

Ms Beamer told the Weekender this week that she would hit the ground running.

“I feel humbled and honoured to represent my party again here, I love the people of western Sydney, I’ve lived here all my life so I think I understand their needs and aspirations,” she said.

“I can’t wait to get out there, marching the pavements, wearing out shoe leather, I know Lindsay is always a tough battle but I want to see a change of Government.

“One of the reasons why I indicated to my branch members that I wanted to run was because I couldn’t just stand idly by and not try and stop this Government.”

Living in the area for 50 years, Ms Beamer has a rich history with Penrith’s local and state politics. She is a former Penrith Mayor and represented the State seat of Badgerys Creek from 1995 until 1999, before becoming the Member for Mulgoa from 1999 until 2011.

Ms Beamer left politics due to her two daughters starting the HSC and took up a role as carer for her ill mother.

Opposition Leader Bill Shorten told Ms Beamer he loved the idea of her as Labor’s candidate and said she will bring diversity to Parliament.

“The people of Lindsay deserve the kind of representation that they can be proud of and I look forward to representing them, if elected to the best of my ability,” she said.

Ms Husar said she was now a Labor “outsider” and was saddened by the events of the past week.

“Apart from my children, my greatest joy has been to represent my community in Lindsay for Labor and advocating for those who need it,” she said.

“It remains a privilege to continue to represent these amazing people until the next election. I hope whomever comes after me has fewer mountains to climb.”

It would now appear Ms Husar will not run as an independent.

Diane Beamer has been confirmed as Labor’s candidate for Lindsay

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The story follows Brett and Wendy’s relationship from first meeting in their teens; their time spent in New York’s Hotel Chelsea in the 60s; their days in Lavender Bay where Brett immortalised Sydney Harbour in his signature ultramarine blue; and finally, the separation which saw Brett in The Studio in Surry Hills and Wendy in the tower home overlooking her magnificent Secret Garden.

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Penrith Council will provide two weeks of extra bin collections from December 25 to January 7, where residents can place all three bins at the kerbside for collection each week.

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$48.1 million for shops Records broken as private investor snaps up Cranebrook Village centre NICOLA BARTON

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ranebrook Village Shopping Centre has been sold to a private local investor for a record $48.1 million – $3.1 million above asking price.

The centre, anchored by Woolworths and Aldi, first went on the market in late August, highlighting investor interest in western Sydney.

Savills Australia’s Steven Lerche and Andrew Palmer brokered the deal in conjunction with CBRE’s Nick Willis and Justin Dowers on behalf of AusPacific Property Group after receiving 270 enquiries via an international expressions- ofinterest campaign.

“The property attracted enquiries from a wide buyer pool, including local, interstate and offshore investors,” Mr Lerche said.

“We hadn’t seen a brand new, highquality neighbourhood shopping centre formally offered to the market in Sydney for a long time and could only compare it to the likes of Coburg North Village in Melbourne, which sold for $38 million at a record yield of 4.98 per cent.

“The sale of Cranebrook Village represents a strong result in the current retail market but matches the result achieved for the sale of Thornleigh Village, another

Cranebrook Village has new owners. Photo: Melinda Jane metropolitan Sydney neighbourhood that was sold by Charter Hall in June 2018 for $43.1 million.”

Mr Lerche said the buyer was attracted to the “absolute security” of the centre, with 70 per cent of its income stream underpinned by Woolworths and Aldi.

In addition to both Woolworths and Aldi, the centre features 13 specialty retailers

including Terry White Chemist and First Care Medical Centre.

The sale of Cranebrook Village is one of only seven NSW neighbourhood shopping centres sold in the calendar year to October, compared to 21 sales in 2017.

“This indicates an acute shortage of this type of investment stock that has come to the market in NSW,” Mr Lerche said.

“The trend is reflected nationally to some extent, with declines in both NSW and Queensland partially offset by increases in Victoria and Western Australia.

“Neighbourhood shopping centres are in heavy demand from private investors across Australia, with Coles and Woolworths- anchored assets the preferred investment.”

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Man jailed over horrific bashing at Kingswood unit

A heroin addict who bashed and robbed a man at a Kingswood unit last year has been sentenced to a minimum three years in jail.

Paul Henderson, 31, and an unidentified male co-accused set upon the man in an “opportunistic” attack, punching him in the face and fracturing his knee with a cricket bat before stealing about $700 they had previously spied in his wallet.

Henderson, who grew up in Werrington from a middle class family, was homeless and couch surfing following years of drug abuse when the victim, a 48-year-old furniture removalist, came to the Stanley Crescent apartment complex seeking $50 worth of cannabis about 9.30am on August 5, 2017.

The 48-year-old had previously asked the co-accused to buy the drug for him, and it was when he opened his wallet and pulled out a $50 note that the co-accused spotted the other wads of cash.

After waiting a short time on a double bed mattress for the drugs, the offenders began to set the robbery in motion, accusing the victim of stealing one of their wallets and demanding to search him.

Seeing through the façade, the victim refused, and walked towards the door before he was grabbed by the men.

Again they demanded to search him, but he remained defiant.

“No way you’re getting my money,” he said, “I need it to pay bills,” Penrith District Court heard.

Unwilling to relent, the offenders punched him to the face and wrestled him to the floor, with Henderson “whacking” him with a cricket bat to the knee, according to agreed facts.

Fearing the men would kill him, the victim reached for nearby scissors, but the pair continued their attack, Henderson punching him once more to the back of the head while the co-accused sat on his back and threatening to “stomp on him” if he didn’t drop the scissors.

He finally relinquished and handed over his wallet, before smashing and escaping through a bedroom window.

Police patrolling the Great Western Highway spotted the victim “hobbling and bleeding” and rendered assistance where the victim recounted his horrific ordeal.

Henderson was arrested on September 7, 2017 following a DNA match.

During his sentencing on Tuesday, the court heard Henderson, who refused to name his 35-year-old co-accused, grew up a “troubled boy” who “constantly ran away from home”.

He was diagnosed with Asperger’s at age 10 and acquired a brain injury at age 15 when he was struck by a car while “skylarking” on the back ladder of a moving firetruck.

The court was told Henderson, a disability pensioner from the age of 19, began taking cannabis before the accident and “graduated” to heroin around 19 or 20 “which became his main drug of abuse and addiction”.

Henderson received no support in court, with the defendant having “burnt his bridges” with his family, the court was told.

Acting Judge Rodney Madgwick found he was “likely in a volatile state awaiting his next fix of heroin and angry generally” when the victim entered the unit.

He disagreed with the Crown prosecutor that his remorse was “very shallow” because he was unwilling to name his co-offender.

“He is in a high security jail and if he was to become a ‘dog’, things would become a lot tougher for him,” he said.

He found Henderson’s upbringing attracted some “sympathy” notwithstanding the savage attack, and determined the 31-year-old’s moral culpability was “to a degree less than if his life had been much more smooth sailing when he was young”.

He found Henderson was unlikely to commit this type of offence again, noting

Christopher John Dobbie will remain behind bars after allegedly committing fresh offences while on bail.

Dobbie fronted Penrith Local Court on Tuesday charged with ‘break and enter’, ‘possess prohibited drug’, two counts of ‘goods in custody’ and one count of ‘receive stolen goods’.

He was unable to show why his continued detention was unjustified, given he was on bail at the time, and Magistrate Geoffrey Hiatt refused him bail.

Man guilty of one assault, but denies separate charge

Tolga Baranli has faced court charged with several offences.

Baranli pleaded guilty to recklessly destroying a glass window at North St Marys, as well as one charge of common assault, when he fronted Penrith Local Court on Tuesday.

However, he pleaded not guilty to a separate common assault on another complainant.

Man must get help for alcohol and gambling problems

A man has been ordered to undertake alcohol and gambling counselling after pleading guilty to a string of domesticrelated charges.

The man appeared before Penrith Local Court on Tuesday charged with ‘destroy/ damage property’, ‘resist officer’ and ‘stalk/intimidate’ at South Penrith.

Magistrate Mary Ryan accepted the offender’s record was “relatively limited”, but said the facts did not make for pleasant reading.

“They were difficult to read because of the fact that the children were there,” she said, reminding him that he was his children’s “first teacher”.

He was convicted and hit with a 12-month Conditional Release Order with supervision.

League player in trouble; Panthers monitoring outcome

The Penrith Panthers say they are aware of allegations made against lower grade player Liam Coleman.

“Panthers will allow the court process to run its course and be making no further comment at this time,” a club spokesperson said.

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Bendeich fronted Penrith Local Court last Tuesday charged with assaulting a woman at St Marys on December 4.

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he “did not have a particularly bad record in relation to violence”, though he did concede the likelihood of committing other dishonesty type offences were high if he failed to “get off the drugs”.

“It appears very unlikely that without extensive, close, expert help, he will not be able to sustain abstinence from heroin or some other hard drug,” Acting Judge Madgwick said.

The court heard the victim had mostly recovered from his injuries, which included multiple fractures to the face, though he could not feel the bridge of his nose to his cheekbones and still didn’t feel comfortable coming to the Penrith area.

Henderson, who pleaded guilty to ‘robbery in company causing grievous bodily harm’ was sentenced to five years and three months in jail.

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Cambridge Park: Two arrested over Bakehouse robbery

Two men have been arrested following a robbery at the Cambridge Park Bakehouse on Tuesday, December 4.

At 5.45am two men wearing dark clothing and face coverings entered the premises, jumped the counter and attempted to open the cash register.

The 16-year-old and 20-year-old offenders were both from the Northern Beaches.

Upon entering it is alleged that one of the offenders was waving around a weapon police believe to be a baton.

As they attempted to rob the store, the owner challenged the offenders which saw them flee from the premises.

Police were notified and attended the scene. The 16-year-old offender was located a short time later under a house on Eaton Road. He was charged with ‘robbery in company’ and ‘entering enclosed land’. He was refused bail to appear at Parramatta Children’s Court on Thursday, January 17. The 20-year-old was also located and charged with ‘robbery in company’. He is to appear at Penrith Local Court on Saturday, February 2.

Colyton: Man charged after incident at hotel

A man has been charged with reckless wounding following an altercation with staff at Colyton Hotel.

On Saturday, December 8 at 2.50am an employee approached a man who allegedly caused damage to the automatic door at the entrance.

The 23-year-old became argumentative and threatened the employee. Security was requested and it is alleged the offender then threw a full glass of liquid at the employee’s face, striking him on the forehead. A scuffle between the security guard and offender occurred. He then fled the scene.

Police were called and attended the premises. An investigation commenced which led the police to attend an address in Colyton.

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The man was charged with ‘reckless wounding’ and granted conditional bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, January 8.

Erskine Park: Second robbery at local IGA store

Police are investigating a break, enter and steal at IGA on Peppertree Drive and Erskine Park Drive.

On Saturday, December 8 at 3am three males in dark masks and gloves broke into the premises.

A similar break in occurred last week on Tuesday, December 4.

Due to the previous incident, the building was boarded up. The most recent offenders were unable to detach the boards so instead broke the glass next to it. They stole a large sum of filter papers and fled the scene. It is unknown as to whether the two crimes are connected.

CCTV footage has been seized and an investigation has commenced.

Police are calling for witnesses to come forward and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Londonderry: Party shut down after uninvited guests arrive

A party was shut down following reports of gate crashers on Saturday, December 8 at 11.35pm.

The party, which was organised via a public Facebook event, invited over 300 guests to the vacant block on the Northern Road in Londonderry.

It was not long until several uninvited party goers began jumping the fence to crash the event.

They then became violent and began to fight the guests.

Police were notified and blocked the street.

Four Nepean car crews, a riot squad crew, a Nepean Sergeant and a helicopter attended the address in the execution of shutting it down. At this stage, no one has been charged.

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Changes to property law The New South Wales Government has passed new laws in relation to “Off the Plan” property purchases and electronic land contracts.

Previously an Off the Plan Sale Contract was not required to contain a copy of the proposed Plan and/or proposed Strata/Community Title bylaws and/ or a schedule of finishes where building work was required as part of the Contract. Whilst many “Off the Plan” Contracts already contain these documents, they were not compulsory.

The new laws will also require developers to notify purchasers of any changes to a “material particular” during the development. These changes include any change that will adversely affect the purchaser’s use or enjoyment of the property, such as changes to the size of the lot or configuration thereof.

If a purchaser can evidence that they have been materially prejudiced by a change to a material particular and would not have entered into the Contract had they known about the change prior to exchange, they will be able to rescind the Contract. The new law also sets up a compensation scheme for materially prejudiced purchasers if they wish to remain in the Contract (most likely by way of an adjustment of the purchase price).

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So far as electronic conveyancing is concerned, the law has been amended to allow Contracts for Sale to be formed and signed electronically. The changes to e-conveyancing law will also mean that a range of other documents can be formed and signed electronically as opposed to requiring wet-ink signatures.

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Stephen Jack, Dr Kiran Kumar and Ralph Nanan Government funding to continue their projects.

“Dr Williams’ research project will focus on the impact of obesity on pregnancy health with a study measuring the impact of low oxygen levels on mother and baby,” Ms Williams said.

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“Lastly, Dr Poulton will research the effects of Stimulant Medication used in the treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity discord (ADHD) on cardiovascular health.”

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Ms Williams thanked the community for their support of the foundation.

“OZWAC would greatly appreciate community support to fund additional research projects, donations can be made on our website with donations of $2 or more being tax deductible,” Ms Williams said.

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OZWAC Chairperson, Diane Williams, said the grants will assist the doctors to get their ideas off the ground.

“All of these talented young people are highly motivated and will lead the way to improving the health care in our community,” she said.

“It is planned to conduct a Health Symposium covering a range of health issues that affect the local community including ADHD, health in pregnancy, and obesity.”

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Surprise Christmas gift Frightened cat goes on wild ride before becoming family’s newest addition NICOLA BARTON

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ust like any other Wednesday, Jamisontown resident Suzanne Bradford got dressed and ready for work, but what happened next was no ordinary morning.

As she was getting into her car to leave, she was met with a faint meowing sound, which her husband helped her to investigate.

After searching high and low in the garage, drains and bushes, they were unable to find anything, so she continued to drive to work.

Eight hours later, as Ms Bradford went to leave, she heard the same little squeak and it hit her – this animal was in the car.

“It was then I realised it was coming from the engine, I totally freaked out and worried that I was hurting the cat so I ran inside and grabbed some of my colleagues to help me get it out,” she said.

With the help of her colleagues, the group were able to view a tiny tuft of orange fur, deep inside the bonnet. One grabbed the end of an umbrella in an effort to free the fuzzy friend, but instead he scurried further into the car.

“I was terrified of driving, I didn’t want to hurt him, but my colleague said he

was wedged up the back, away from the engine and stuck, so after making sure, I had to drive home,” Ms Bradford said.

“I heard meowing the whole way home and when I arrived my husband jacked up the car and we discovered that he was hiding right up the back and under the back seat of the car.”

Ms Bradford said her car was always in the garage, so the little guy must have crawled into the car when she was visiting a friend the night before.

The pair attempted to lure him out with tuna but ended up having to crawl under to pull him out.

He was dirty, wet and petrified.

Immediately, they rushed to the vet where he was cleaned up and given the all clear.

“We’ve been wanting a pet for ages, my husband liked cats and I liked dogs so we could never decide, but we took one look at him and it became pretty clear that he was going to be ours,” Ms Bradford said.

“I think he’s chosen us, we weren’t expecting to have a pet, but he is adorable and we are excited to take care of him now.”

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Milk Bank to make life a little easier for new mums at Nepean Hospital NICOLA BARTON

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epean Hospital’s most vulnerable premature babies are to benefit from the launch of a state- wide first human Milk Bank.

Run by the Australian Red Cross Blood Service and NSW Health, the newly built facility will pasteurise donor breast milk for babies who have a very low birth weight and need specialised care.

Complications with the mother’s breast milk often occurs due to high stress, so the donated milk will provide the children with a better chance to fight off infections.

Australian Red Cross Blood Service Milk Bank Manager, Christine Sulfaro, said the Milk Bank will bring easier access to a safe and reliable supply of pasteurised donor breast milk to Nepean Hospital.

“The Milk Bank is going to be a game changer. It means a far more consistent supply to every unit and will have a positive impact on the lives of many premature babies and their families for the better,” she said.

“The World Health Organisation recommends pasteurised donor breast milk as the next best source of nutrition for a baby when there is insufficient supply of a mother’s own milk.”

Jenna Gregory with her son Mason and Milk Bank Manager Christine Sulfaro

The Milk Bank will operate in alignment with international best practice standards to ensure product safety and quality for babies.

New mum Jenna Gregory gave birth to baby Mason prematurely at Nepean Hospital and needed donor milk to supplement her own supply.

Ms Gregory said she strongly encourages any mother facing a similar situation to hers, to consider the use of donor breast milk.

“It is properly screened and stored in the safest of environments and you can guarantee that what’s being provided is the best nutrition on offer,” she said.

“Mason had immediate improvements when moving to donor milk and you could visibly see he was heading in the right direction.

“To the women who have donated I can’t thank you enough. You made what was already a hard road that little bit easier.

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Since its launch, hundreds of mothers have come forward with offers of donations to the Milk Bank.

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Easy transition to school Teddy bear hunt helps students feel comfortable before first day of ‘big school’ NICOLA BARTON

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ver 120 five and six-year-olds gathered at Oxley Park Public School to hunt for teddy bears, as part of their transition to school program.

The school’s 75 current Kindergarten and 38 pre- school children joined three local pre- schools and over 90 Kindergarten students enrolled for next year.

The Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day celebrations marked the end of their five-week transition program, in the hope to welcome newcomers.

Instructional leader, Amanda Kisbee, said since the program’s inception, children have felt more comfortable on their first day of Kindy.

“We want them to develop a relationship with the school in a way that allows them to feel safe and secure with their surroundings,” she said.

“We noticed at the beginning of this year a significant change in the children’s first day, with very little having difficulties being separated from their parents.

“90 per cent had already been in the classroom they were starting in, they had met the teachers and some of the students. They knew the meeting places in the school, being familiar with the

Students took part in a hunt for teddy bears at Oxley Park Public School. Photo: Melinda Jane environment makes a huge difference to them.”

The Teddy Bears’ Picnic Day involved a variety of activities including dancing and running races as well as a picnic and a teddy bear hunt.

Other parts of the transition program include ‘stay and play’, where children visit with their parents for the afternoon

and ‘drop and play’ where the child is left for a period of time.

“We as a school value that transitioning from early childhood services is an important time for children and their families, so we want the transition to be a collaborative approach that will allow them to transition to school in a positive way,” Ms Kisbee said.

Oxley Park Public School have been hosting the Teddy Bears’ Picnic, as part of their transition program for the past two years.

They believe that allowing the children to become familiar with each other, the teachers and their surroundings ensures they are settled and feel safe.

Ms Kisbee said she is keen to continue to run the program in the future.

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hristmas is just around the corner, so grab your friends and family and let the Weekender take you for a ride with the best Christmas lights in town.

We’ve been checking our list twice to ensure we have all of the must-see homes in the community and to help you find out where the man in the red suit will be appearing before the big night.

Penrith has switched on the magic of Christmas this year as dazzling displays light up each evening.

Colyton resident George Asciak, who has been Santa Claus for the past 16 years, invites the community to come down to his mesmerising display at 7 Arcadia Place.

“I normally start preparing the lights in September with my two sons Mark and Luke and Mrs Claus, Cathy my wife, gives me a hand too as well as my two grandchildren,” he said.

“Everyone knows me around Colyton.

I’ll walk up the street and people will say ‘how’s it going Santa?’. Someone came up to me at Bunnings asking me if I’m ready for Christmas, I said I sure am!”

Mr Asciak has worked as Santa all over the state, taking photos and bringing

smiles to thousands of children’s faces each year.

This year, he will be appearing every night at his home from Tuesday, December 18 at 8pm until midnight, until Christmas Eve. “On the 22nd I’m coming in early at 7pm in a tri- bike and I’ll have about 60 bikes behind me, on the 19th and 21st we’ll have the St Marys Fire Brigade from 9pm and on the 23rd and 24th, my next door neighbour races the smash up cars from Parramatta Speedway, so they’ll be on display,” Mr Asciak said.

In previous years, Mr Asciak has raised over $6000 for Westmead Children’s Hospital and over $3000 for Nepean Hospital. He will fundraise this year, too.

There are many fantastic displays to see, check out: • 3 and 4 Troon Cct, Glenmore Park • 12 Carpenter St, Colyton • 16 Robyn Ave, South Penrith • 74 Warbler St, Erskine Park • 71 Bottlebrush Dr, Cranebrook • 19, 21 and 23 Pembroke St, Cambridge Park • 282 Eighth Ave, Llandilo • 7 Arcadia Pl, Colyton • 12 Concorde Pl, St Clair • 39 Dungara Cres, Glenmore Park • 25 Fernandez Lane, Penrith

George Asciak, aka Santa Claus, outside his home in Colyton. Photo: Melinda Jane

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Christmas care on show 500 struggling families to be given a festive helping hand thanks to Westcare NICOLA BARTON

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estcare is giving the gift of hope this Christmas as their community drive will provide hampers to 500 struggling families.

Over the past few months the organisation has been busy at work, partnering with local organisations to ensure everyone has a chance to celebrate.

As part of their Community Connection program, Westcare has linked up with 12 local schools to assist them with their appeal.

Director of Westcare, Andrew Paech, said it’s a great way for children to gain an understanding and help those in need.

“This year we’ve collected from preschool age through to high school age, you can see the value of instilling that community awareness and showing them that not all families are as fortunate as theirs,” he said.

“It’s a powerful thing and having a great teacher who can inspire and bring awareness to the kids is important, so when they become aware they naturally take to it and respond and feel that they have been a part of something beyond themselves and that is the true treasure of it all.”

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“There’s no doubt that our Christmas appeal grows bigger every year, this year we are distributing a range of hampers and gift packs through our own service and a whole range of other local community connections,” Mr Paech said.

“We are really working hard to get them

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The appeal is working with most of the local domestic violence services, refuges and cancer groups to ensure the hampers go to those who need it most.

Mr Paech thanked the community for their generosity with this year’s drive and said he looks forward to continuing it in the future.

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Swimming the rainbow Local students with disabilities given one-on-one lessons in water safety Each level of difficulty is named after a different colour, with the club encouraging the students to ‘swim the rainbow’.

Ms Scott said the students responded exceptionally well to the initiative.

“The kids absolutely love the lesson, they have that entire 30 minutes devoted to them so there are no distractions,” Ms Scott said.

“It gives the parents a rest and also allows them to meet and chat to other parents whose children have disabilities, so it’s nice for them to know they aren’t alone – we’re a close knit family.”

Ms Davies paid tribute to the dedicated volunteers and said she was honoured to present the awards.

“All children, no matter their abilities, should have the right to learn to swim,” Ms Davies said.

“I was pleased to present the students with participation medals and certificates at the Family Fun Day and say a big thank you to these volunteers.

“The volunteers from the Rainbow Club are amazing and generous individuals who give their time to teach children with disabilities how to swim and provide opportunities to experience and learn water safety.”

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t was smiles all round at the Rainbow Swimming Club Christmas party as students received awards for their tremendous efforts.

The initiative – run by Kurrambee School – provides one- on- one swimming lessons for children living with disabilities and was paid a visit by Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies to present the certificates.

Now running for three years, the Rainbow Club currently has 65 students, with 40 anxiously waiting on a reserve list.

Club Scheduler, Vanessa Scott, said there is a huge gap for this type of specialty service.

“There’s definitely a need for services like this for not just in the area but also around the state,” she said.

“With our club in particular, we’re not just another pool, we offer one- on- one training that caters to the individual needs of the student.

“Learning to swim is important for any student no matter what their abilities are, it’s a critical skill that could save a life.”

The 30- minute one- on - one lessons feature fun games and valuable training, to ensure the child knows basic water survival skills.

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Our homeless youth are reminded at Christmas of what they don’t have but it doesn’t have to be that way. This year I’ll be handing out hundreds of hampers and presents across Australia to families who need it. Our Koch Centre for Youth and Learning is also holding a community dinner on Christmas Eve to show our support to the people we work with.

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Labor bloodbath Bill Shorten may end up saving Labor in Lindsay as I predict he will win the election easily, and probably ensure enough support locally to get Diane Beamer home. If the election is close however and Scott Morrison makes something of a comeback, then I doubt Ms Beamer has what it takes to overcome the Labor bloodbath that Lindsay has become thanks to the Husar scandal.

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Nepean Donor Centre still needs 200 donors to make an appointment to give blood between Monday, December 24 and Saturday, January 5.

Blood donors who give blood or platelets this December will receive a text message to let them know where their Secret Santa gift was sent and a festive

tag to give to a loved one.

“If Secret Santa is about giving anonymous gifts, designed to make someone’s day, then blood donation really is Australia’s ultimate Secret Santa exchange,” Blood Service spokesperson, Ronny Maroun said.

“Blood will be needed by road accident patients, pregnant mums, cancer patients and even premature babies every day this Christmas and New Year’s.”

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he canteen at Nepean Hospital is farewelling some of its long- time staff members who over the past two decades have been putting a smile on the faces of visitors and patients.

Veteran Manager Noeleen Vella, who has been working at the canteen for almost 25 years, is parting ways with the kitchen as they go under new ownership.

“It’s been really lovely, a lot of people come and go, so it’s a very social job and you get to meet a lot of people from the community,” she said.

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know what that person is feeling or going through, a lot of them say they love to come down to have a laugh, so knowing that just a small conversation can brighten someone’s day is pretty special.”

Over the years Ms Vella formed many relationships with regular visitors and patients, remembering their orders and ensuring they feel as at home as possible.

“It was a great experience, I learned a lot about people and made a lot of friends, I think I will miss working there but I’ll find something else, I’m not the type that can just sit at home all day,” she said.

Some other staff members will be rehired by the new owners but Ms Vella plans to move on.

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The winning burger, and its trophy many people voted was awesome,” Mr Musgrave said.

As part of the competition, one voter was selected at random to win a prize of 10 Hoyts movie tickets. The winner selected was a voter from Burger Head.

“Bob and his team would just like to thank ya’ll who took the time to try our burgers and to cast your vote, we really appreciate it,” Mr Musgrave said.

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he Western Weekender is proud to announce that Bob’s Burgers and BBQ in Jamisontown is the winner of the 2018 Best Burger Competition.

Over the past few weeks indulgers all over the community have been sinking their teeth into some of the best burgers in town.

Among the stores participating in the competition, organised by the Weekender for the second straight year, were Silver Spur, Burger Head, Beefy’s Burgers, The Brew Lab Café, Rosario’s and of course, Bob’s Burgers and BBQ. Bob’s Burgers and BBQ Manager, David Musgrave, was honoured to have been chosen by the people of Penrith.

“We provide the people of Penrith with American-style barbeque meats, burgers, sides and desserts, we are the place in town for those looking for comfort food,” he said.

“We have a reputation for providing good sized serves for the value of price as well as our friendly staff and the quality service they provide.”

The Weekender presented the team at Bob’s their award on Wednesday morning. Mr Musgrave, alongside his wife Teresa, daughter Kate and customer service manager Michelle Grubisic, were on hand for the occasion.

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Merry Christmas and all the best for 2019 Christmas is a time that brings people together in the spirit of harmony and happiness. For many it is a significant religious occasion, for others it’s a celebration of family and friends, and an opportunity to reflect on the year that has passed and look forward to the new one just around the corner.

As I enter my fourth term as Mayor of Penrith, one of my favourite parts of the role is that I have the opportunity to meet fantastic people and community groups who are the lifeblood of our community. You re-affirm to me every single day that it is our people who make up the community of Penrith that are our City’s greatest asset.

The community spirit and goodwill I see every day is amazing and while that spirit is with us all year it always seems that little bit stronger at Christmas.

So with this in mind, I ask that we

think of others who are less fortunate at this time of year. Helping can be as simple as a smile, a greeting or a visit to bring some joy to those who may be lonely or in need. It can be a thank you to those wonderful people who keep us safe and healthy over the holiday period.

2018 has been a busy and exciting year for Penrith and our community has played a major part in making it another successful year.

As we look forward to 2019, I can assure you that Council will continue to advocate for the best outcomes for our residents, and serve the community of Penrith to the best of our ability.

On behalf of my fellow Councillors and the staff of Penrith City Council, I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and a prosperous new year.

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Penrith MP Stuart Ayres officially opened the new $2.3 million building project, which received a funding contribution from the NSW Government’s Building Grants Assistance Scheme (BGAS).

The project has delivered new administration facilities at the school.

Mr Ayres congratulated the school on their building project coming to fruition.

“I commend the school for their efforts, and I’m proud the NSW Government has helped support this project,” Mr Ayres said.

“It’s vital our schools have high quality school facilities, and this project has helped deliver them at Our Lady of the Way Primary School.”

Education Minister Rob Stokes said the NSW Government was working hard to deliver top- quality educational facilities to give children and young people the best possible start to life.

“We want to provide high quality education resources to all students so they can succeed and thrive in the 21st century,” he said.

BGAS grants are directed towards Independent and Catholic schools with the greatest need to help them cater

Penrith City Library has won the 2018 NSW Public Libraries Association’s ‘Innovation in Outreach Services’ award for its toy library service.

The award recognises the diversity and high quality of outreach services provided by public libraries in NSW and acknowledges innovation in providing services to meet the diverse needs of local communities.

Since 1980, the toy library has been offering inclusive play opportunities for all local children.

Last financial year approximately 4,630 adults and 6,830 children attended the toy library sessions.

The prize of $1,100 will be invested into further resources for the toy library in the future.

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Penrith MP Stuart Ayres officially opened the new administration facilities last week for growing enrolments with new or upgraded facilities.

The latest NSW Budget provided a $32 million boost to the program, bringing the total funding under the scheme to $165 million over the next four years to assist Catholic and Independent schools to accommodate growing enrolments.

The Building Grants Assistance Scheme is funded by the NSW Government and administered by the Association of

Independent Schools NSW and Catholic Schools NSW. The increased funding for the program is in addition to the staggering $6 billion investment by the NSW Government over the next four years to deliver more than 170 new and upgraded government schools throughout NSW. This is the largest investment into public school infrastructure by any state government in Australian history.

More than 3,100 decorations and lights have been inspected in Fair Trading’s annual Christmas safety compliance blitz.

Minister for Better Regulation Matt Kean said Fair Trading inspectors searched 136 businesses in Sydney and the Illawarra during Operation Sleigh Ride 2018.

“The team tested and inspected dozens of Christmas accessories, including fairy lights and fibre optic Christmas trees, to help keep NSW families safe this festive season,” Mr Kean said.

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Poor finances Maybe your business had a soft patch, or an unexpected expense tipped things over. Stay calm. How could you relieve pressure? Can you delay purchases in the short-term? Money is hard to come by with many lenders clamping down.

Avoid needing credit where possible.

Payment terms and bad debts Many businesses don’t invoice in a timely manner, so get invoices out and check your payment terms. Some have 30 days terms that could be seven. If the work’s done, you’ve paid your workers and materials, why not seek payment earlier? If your invoicing and payment follow-ups are managed, bad debts should be minimal. Collectmore 2.0 is an app for your phone ($6), providing guided instructions, including scripts to get paid.

Pitches Consider pitching your business to investors or mentors to get help.

Recently I attended a small business Christmas party where three lucky businesses won money and advertising prizes. Look around for what’s coming up, but make sure you read the fine print, as there was a dodgy competition a few years back which acquired entrants’ ideas.

Grants You can contact your Business Connect Advisor or look up www.business.gov.au/assistance to see if there are possible Government grants, especially if you’re looking to employ people.

Managing cashflow Few businesses have a smooth, even cashflow year round, so plan ahead. A monthly cashflow sheet is easy to set-up through your accounting system or Excel.

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he festive season is all about giving back and Jon Stevens (INXS, Noiseworks) has spent the latter half of 2018 doing just that with his latest charity single, ‘Rain Down On Me’ raising money for farmers across the nation dealing with drought.

After being involved in the Hay Mate: Buy a Bale Rural Aid concert in October, Stevens came face to face with the harsh reality of the drought devastation across the land, inspiring the vocalist and frontman to make a bigger difference.

“It’s always hard times on the land but I had no idea that it was the worst drought in Australia’s history,” he told the Weekender.

“The last time I got involved in a drought relief program was back in 1994 and who would have thought we’d be here 24 years later. I thought ‘holy hell, this shouldn’t be happening’.”

Stevens knows the power of music can make a big difference when it comes to times of crisis.

“I’m in a good position as a musician, as a songwriter, and as a person who can bring people together through music, so I put a concert on up in Tamworth, Channel Nine streamed it all over the country

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The charity single focuses on struggle and hope which Stevens says are “the two ingredients that make up life”.

Re- writing the already existing track to better fit the cause, he now hopes that fellow Aussies will do what they can to help.

“All I can do is my little part, and if fellow Australians get behind it then great, they’re doing their part,” Stevens said.

“Every cent of the $1.69 on iTunes goes to Rural Aid, everyone’s got a phone, they can do it.

“It’s just a way of contributing, and it’s

also a way of trying to keep the spotlight on the farmers. News comes and goes so fast, I wanted to do something, put something out there until the government does something.

“The government can build oil pipelines thousands of miles long, why can’t they build pipelines for water irrigation? Why can’t they do it? I did this in 1994 and here we are in 2018, same shit but worse. We’re talking about the future. No farmers, no food, no future.”

Jon Stevens’ charity single ‘Rain Down On Me’ is available now to download via iTunes. All proceeds go towards assisting drought- stricken farmers via Rural Aid.

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The Ideal Home’ presents a history of the 20th century Australian home told through household objects, furniture and design classics from the MAAS Collection.

The summer exhibition, which is a partnership between the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences and Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest, will take locals on a journey through Australia’s house history.

For the majority of the 20th century Australia enjoyed one of the highest rates of home ownership in the world.

Following the landmark ‘Harvester Judgement’ of 1907 more ordinary workers were able to purchase a home.

Technology, post war affluence, mass manufacturing, and the ready availability of goods equalled both a consumer base, and desire.

This enthralling exhibition features works from Australian artists including; Karla Dickens, Victoria Garcia, Richard Goodwin, Blake Griffiths, Ex de Medici, Cope Street Collective, Catherine O’Donnell and Eliza Gosse.

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Plenty of laughs to be had at Riverside Parramatta CHLOE KAY RICHARDSON

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This month’s line- up for ‘Comedy at Riverside’ is Kyle Legacy (UK, pictured), Mike Eshaq (USA), and headliner Garry Who. Making his TV debut on Russell Brand’s hit show ‘Brand X’ in 2012, Kyle Legacy has been on stage ever since. He now tours the world with the popular comedy collective Laugh Mob.

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ead down to The Joan for ‘Morning Melodies: The Magic of Christmas’, a musical extravaganza that’s guaranteed to get you in the mood for the festive season.

The early Christmas concert will be The Joan’s final show of the year, one that has been eagerly anticipated by locals and is bound to sell-out quickly.

‘The Magic of Christmas’ will feature a superb combination of musical theatre, operatic showstoppers and Christmas carols performed by three of Australia’s most talented performers.

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Joining Legacy is Middle Eastern Muslim, and ex- United States marine Mike Eshaq whose approach to comedy is understandably unique. He’s featured on HBO, Comedy Central and Netflix.

Finally, headliner Garry Who’s career has spanned three decades. He’s worked across all facets of showbiz.

‘Comedy at Riverside’ will be held at Riverside Theatres on December 15 at 8pm. Tickets start at $25. To book or for more information, call 8839 3399.

include the brilliant pianist, vocalist and accordionist Joseph Fimmano, who will be joined on stage by the creme-de-lacreme of Australian entertainment, the exhilarating tenor Gaetano Bonfante, who’s one of Australian opera’s up-andcoming talents.

The impressive musicians will also be accompanied by the stunning soprano vocals of Jessica Bartolo.

In addition to performances from Fimmano, Bonfante, and Bartolo, Penrith’s own River Valley Singers will be welcomed on stage to perform.

‘Morning Melodies: The Magic of Christmas’ will be held at The Joan on December 19 at 11am. Tickets are $20.

To book, visit www.thejoan.com.au.

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, December 14

Aaradhna Rooty Hill RSL, 4545 0428 Saturday, December 15, 8pm, from $40

It’s All About Australia – Penrith Paceway Showroom $65, 4721 2620 A Starry Night Christmas Party – EVAN Theatre $99, 7pm 1300PANTHERS Backlash – Penrith Gaels Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 OZ Icons – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Chloe Dadd – Penrith Regional Gallery The Vallies Windsor RSL, 4587 6900 Friday, December 14, 8pm, from $15

Friday, December 21

Lenny Duff – Penrith Gaels Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 Rolling Stones Christmas Party – Hawkesbury Hotel From $15, 8.30pm 4545 0428 Kids Christmas Disco – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 5pm 9623 1211 Soundproofed – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 All Access 80s – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200

Sunday, December 16

Free entry, 4.30pm 4735 1100 Christmas Concert and Lights – ImagineNations Church $5, 6pm 4736 3000 Karaoke – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 13 84 Seniors Christmas Lunch – Panthers Leagues Club From $25, 11.30am 1300PANTHERS

Cyclone Rose – Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 4pm 4545 0428 Andy & The Cruisers – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Radiators St Marys RSL, 9623 6555 Sunday, December 16, 9pm, from $10

Saturday, December 15

Karaoke – Greygums Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4734 5555 It’s All About Australia – Penrith Paceway Showroom $65, 4721 2620 Mulgoa Road Jazz Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200

Community Christmas Carol Event – Penrith Salvation Army Free, 4pm 4733 1133 The Snow Ball – Llandilo Hall From $32, 4.30pm Whodunnit – EVAN Theatre $47.70, 6.30pm 1300PANTHERS Yer a Wizard, Christmas Feat – The Village From $59.11, 12pm 4721 1155 Kids Christmas Disco – St Marys Leagues Club From $1, 10.30am 9677 7777 Friday Supper Club with Kate Woolfe Trio – The Avalon Restaurant Free entry, 7pm 4782 5532 Andy Illinois – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 Kidz Blitz Holiday Program – Blacktown Leisure Centre Free entry, 7pm 9421 2600 Gary Daley & James Greening – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Masterson Apprentices v St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 PRESS Rewind XMAS Party! – Tattersalls Penrith From $15, 8.30pm 4744 2002 2018 Young Artists Prize – The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre Free entry, 10am 9839 6558 The Frocks – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 The Radiators – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 5764 Multicultural Storytime – Blacktown City Libraries Free entry, 10am 9839 6677 Electric Domestic: Modern Lives – NSW State Archives Free entry, 10am 9673 1788 The Love Fools – O’Donoghues Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509 Greg Lourey – Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest Free entry, 4.30pm 4735 1100

Harry Tinney – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Tamika and Cameron – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 That’s Dance – Blacktown Workers From $22, 5pm 4773 4444 Karaoke – Greygums Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4734 5555 2018 Blacktown City Art Prize – The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre Free entry, 10am 9839 6558 Sons Of Mercury – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 INXSive –The Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4545 0428 House DJ – O’Donoghues Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509 The Suits – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Levels Christmas Party – Tattersalls Penrith From $5, 9pm 4744 2002

Sunday, December 23

Glenmore Park Christmas Market – Town Centre From $25, 4pm 1300 385 838 Rockin Eddie – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Andy Illinois – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 Rachael Brady & The Moonshine Special – Aunty Jack’s Katoomba Free entry, 6pm 4760 8837 Blues Exile & Lizard The Hawkesbury Hotel, 4545 0428 Sunday, December 23, 5pm, free entry

Saturday, December 22 Mulgoa Valley High Tea – Mulgoa Valley Receptions From $25, 12pm 4773 8095

Bridge City Jazz Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Christmas cheer w/ Lisa Finn Powell – Aunty Jack’s Katoomba Free entry, 8pm 4760 8837

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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

Head to The Bavarian in Penrith and get into the festive spirit Love to celebrate the festive season? Bier enthusiasts and partygoers who drink 12 steins of any size before the end of December will go in the running to win a place on The Ultimate Bavarian Pub Crawl. The winner and three friends will receive flights to Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, accommodation, and a Bavarian Christmas dinner experience at Munich Brauhaus in each city.

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Ê Christmas movie lovers listen up! It’s that time of the year again, when Foxtel Movies stuffs your stocking full with its 12 Days of Christmas Pop Up Movie event.

Join in the Christmas movie countdown from 6am today (December 14) until Christmas Day and reminisce over the silly season with a sensational selection of Christmas movies that keep on giving.

Titles include ‘Home Alone 1 & 2’, ‘Elf’, ‘Love Actually’, ‘Die Hard’, ‘The Santa Clause’ and ‘Jingle All The Way’.

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Ê Charlie Pickering and Zan Rowe will host ABC’s New Year’s Eve coverage live from the Sydney Opera House on December 31, with a concert featuring Tim Minchin, Christine Anu and Ross Wilson.

‘New Year’s Eve: The Night is Yours’ begins at 9.30pm. Ê Foxtel has finally confirmed my news from the other week that prison drama ‘Wentworth’ has been renewed for 20 more episodes. The Logie-winning show will likely wrap up for good in 2021.

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way’. The former ‘The Footy Show’ star will not only share gags with hosts Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown, but he will also be the show’s man on the ground, visiting locations all around Australia.

Ê Channel Nine has announced it will screen the new version of ‘Bondi Vet’ next year. The revamped series, which follows a talent hunt by producers WTFN, features Peter Ricci, Alex Hynes, Kate Adams, Lewis Hunt and Danni Dusek.

Dr Chris Brown, who made the show famous, won’t be part of the new series. Ê Aussie singer-songwriter Kate MillerHeidke, indie pop band Sheppard, tenor Mark Vincent and soul duo Electric Fields are the first four acts who will compete in ‘Eurovision: Australia Decides’ in February. 10 artists will compete to represent

Australia in Tel Aviv. Myf Warhurst and Joel Creasey will host the event.

Ê In some very surprising news, Channel Seven has announced it’s bringing back ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ in 2019. The show previously aired on Seven before switching to Channel Nine. A host for the show and judges are yet to be announced.

To audition, visit www.australiasgottalent.com.au. Ê Netflix has axed ‘Marvel’s Daredevil’ after three seasons. It’s the third Marvel show to get the chop by Netflix after ‘Iron Fist’ and ‘Luke Cage’. Ê This is our final regular edition of ‘Chatter on the Box’ for 2018. Next week I’ll bring to you my famous Chatter on the Box Awards! Don’t miss it!

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At the movies...

Surprise success OVERLORD +++ 1 hour, 49 mins CHLOE KAY RICHARDSON

Part revitalised war drama and part B- grade style zombie thriller, ‘Overlord’ is a gory action adventure that exceeds expectations.

The latest flick from esteemed producer J.J. Abrams (‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’, ‘Lost’) follows a compact group of diverse American soldiers as they find horror behind enemy lines hours before D-Day. Starring Wyatt Russell as Ford, Jovan Adepo as Boyce, Dominic Applewhite as Rosenfield and Mathilde Ollivier as Chloe, the crew of American paratroopers are tasked with overtaking Nazi-occupied France to complete an important mission that’s paramount

to the invasion’s success. However in a mysterious turn of events, the team come face- to- face with horrifying, other worldly enemies.

Full of twists and turns, ‘Overlord’ doesn’t depend on being gory to work. The strong, engrossing performances from the lead cast and Jed Kurzel’s piercing cello score lay down the ground work for what is a highly stimulating hour-and-a-half of savagery, and salvation.

‘Overlord’ is a thrilling and long overdue combination of ‘Saving Private Ryan’ and ‘Night of The Living Dead’ that we didn’t know we needed.

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Crossword ACROSS 1. Zodiac crustacean 4. Forces 8. To ... his own 11. Gag 13. One Direction member, ... Horan 15. Stallions & ...

17. Bushranger, ... Kelly 18. Islamic governors 20. The conscious mind 21. Suspect’s defence 24. Ball dresses 27. Limit (price rises) 28. Knowing 30. Remove from washingline 31. Attired 33. Not genuine 34. Sagging 35. Ancient Peruvian 36. Nobleman 39. Halted 42. Quizzed 44. Curdless milk fl uid 45. Rubs with emery 46. Bank vault 48. Bloodier (steak) 49. Dwindled 50. Unchanged (2,2) 52. Stitched 54. Actress, ... Paquin 55. Roof overhangs 56. Abhor 57. Silk band 60. Regrettably 62. Calculating frame 65. Hides 67. First Pope 69. Sloped (ceiling) 70. Chasm 72. Edible tuber 73. Fell ill 75. Stringed instrument 77. Formerly named 79. Mouth sore 81. Irish Republican Army (1,1,1) 82. Sound 84. Finished 85. Evaporate (3,2) 86. Fencing blade 87. Smiles aff ectedly 88. Scarlet & crimson

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19. Plane detector 22. Manoeuvring space 23. Dislodges 25. Female monster 26. November Rain group, Guns ... (1’,5) 29. Native American tribesmen 32. Adios!

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ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

your horoscopes

Monday’s powerful Mars-Pluto connection boosts your bravado and encourages having an extra proactive and passionate approach to current projects. With Uranus moving through your sign, it’s also time to celebrate your feisty independence and completely unique talents. As Jane Fonda once said: “I have a confidence about my life that comes from standing tall on my own two feet”.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Patching up relationship problems will be easier now than at other times, as Venus visits your partnership zone. Of course most people will be busy rushing around, stirred up by the Full Moon, the pre-Christmas shopping and the festive celebrations. Not dependable Bulls though! Nothing will deter you from your pre-set Taurean timetable.

LEO

Expect an exciting and whirlwind week as you spend the first few days celebrating the festive season with lively Leo sparkle and shine. Artistic pursuits and travel are also highlighted, as Uranus stirs the restless and creative Cat within. But then you’ll feel like retreating into your Lion’s den on the weekend, when the Full Moon stimulates your solitude zone. Meditation and contemplation are favoured.

Are you running around being busy but you’re actually achieving very little?

Slow down and work your way through your Yuletide to-do list one logical step at a time. You’re certainly in chatterbox mode, as the Mercury-Jupiter link exaggerates your need for hot gossip and garrulous good times. Friday and Saturday are the best days (and nights) for parties and festive frolics.

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JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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The Full Moon stimulates your sign so expect an intense and emotional week.

Your capacity to adapt will be put to the test, both professionally and in personal relationships. If you are overly defensive in your opinions and bossy in your behaviour, then loved ones and colleagues will just stop listening to what you have to say. As Benjamin Disraeli said: “Change is inevitable. Change is constant”.

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

It’s a wonderful week to learn something new or escape somewhere off the beaten track. For some lucky Sagittarians, love and lust are on the menu on the weekend, when the Full Moon steams up your sensuality zone. For others, an issue involving joint financial matters comes to a head and demands to be addressed in a direct way. Strive to be less dreamily selfindulgent and more decisively proactive.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Mercury joins up with Jupiter, which stimulates your versatile creativity and voracious curiosity. But stop stressing and micro-managing! A flexible and philosophical approach brings rewards at work and puts you in the mood for a fun festive season at home. The more you give family room to express their individuality, the happier everyone will be.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Conscientious Capricorns love Christmas preparations to run efficiently and smoothly. But there’s unpredictable Full Moon energy about, so why not drop the perfectly planned schedule and take things as they come? Uranus encourages you to be more adventurous. If you are overly-cautious, then a fabulous opportunity could pass you by.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Monday is the best day to roll up your sleeves and tackle overdue tasks. On Friday, Neptune blesses creative projects, a romance blossoms or your intuition helps you find a welcome solution to an annoying problem. It’s also a good time to meditate, listen to music, get lost in a fantasy novel or watch a movie. When it comes to buying last-minute Christmas gifts, look for sentimental treasures.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

It’s all about friendships and social networking this week, as you catch up with local mates; enjoy corresponding with international connections; or share a special dream with a like-minded bohemian soul. Make it a priority to surround yourself with progressive people who admire your quirky Aquarian side. But don’t be too hasty in your evaluation of a person or situation.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Confidence and chutzpah are the secrets to having a fabulous festive season – personally, romantically and financially.

Venus is visiting your sign so it’s a week when love, listening, charm and cooperation will take you far. When it comes to gift buying and expenses, think outside the square. An informed and innovative approach to money matters now will lead to more abundance in 2019.

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FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

This week’s pre-Christmas stars are all about loving, learning, helping and healing. It’s a rewarding time to be of service to others as you lend a hand to someone in need or help to heal a rift between friends. Friday night’s Venus-Neptune link is fabulous for magical daydreams or a romantic rendezvous. Whereas Saturday night’s Full Moon fires up your entertainment zone.

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money

Are you a good saver? Maybe it’s time to start spending!

We all have different financial goals and situations, all calling for a specific approach...

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

For most of our clients, the financial planning process involves increasing focus to future goals. We encourage them to reduce current spending so they are able to improve their lives in the future.

This usually involves directing some income and assets to achieve goals such as buying a house, paying off a mortgage, funding retirement or a big overseas holiday. Today, I’m going to discuss the other type of client, those clients who are natural savers and are now in a position where they can improve their current lifestyle.

It seems counterintuitive that your financial planner will tell you to increase your spending and enjoy life but, for some clients, that is exactly what we do.

We have clients that have had a focus on building wealth for the long-term and have been prepared to make sacrifices to achieve those goals. Some of these clients are now in a position where they have accumulated enough wealth so that those sacrifices are no longer necessary.

Once you have accumulated enough wealth (or are well on track to do so) to fund all future goals, it is no longer neces-

sary to make sacrifices to your current lifestyle. Surprisingly, it can be hard to convince these clients it is OK to loosen the belt and treat themselves to the things they would like to do or buy, but haven’t previously for financial reasons.

For these clients, we try and identify the things that are important to them that they have forgone previously and put a plan in place to achieve more of these.

Again, we focus on meaningful spending, we never advocate for frivolous, wasteful expenditure.

Often, we encourage these clients to think of their perfect holiday, dream car

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or something they have always wanted to do, and plan for them to achieve that goal.

We really focus on them improving their current lifestyle.

The aim of the game isn’t to build as much wealth as possible and die with the most money in the bank.

The aim of quality financial planning advice is to allocate your income and assets to ensure that you are able to afford to have a quality standard of life now AND in the future.

Most clients need to be reminded to prepare for the future, but for some clients we also need them to focus on the now.

With so many options and choices on the market, how do you decide?

I will cover off some of the factors and hopefully give you some guidance.

Outlined below are areas I would look at as a minimum.

What about upgrading? Add extra memory and an SSD hard drive. Your computer will feel like new again, at a fraction of the cost.

Laptop v Desktop: Portability. If you’re a university student, a laptop is an obvious choice. If you’re a gamer then a desktop could be a better option.

Laptops are lightweight, can be placed in a backpack and can be used without access to power. However, these do come at a cost compared with desktops.

Many laptops have a touchscreen or are a two in one unit, that is they convert to a tablet.

Your usage: Do you have a specific program or game you want to run? The choice of software will determine the computer and operating system. If your video package only runs on an Apple Mac then that’s what you need. If the latest game only runs on Windows then you need a PC running Windows.

Operating Systems (OS): Windows,

Mac OS, Linux or Chromebook? Your usage requirements or allegiance to a particular ecosystem will determine your choice. Each OS has their strengths and weaknesses. Currently, Apple does not support touchscreen, so if this is important, you will most likely be looking at Microsoft or Chromebook.

Motherboards: This is what essentially connects all the components of the computer. It usually has various connections options like USB and video.

Processor / CPU (Central Processing Unit): Does all the calculations to edit your video, play your game or calculate your spreadsheet. Performance is based on the number of cores and speed. Each core is like a mini processor, therefore the more cores, the better. The main players are Intel and AMD. Both have high- performance processors. Personally, I would go minimum Intel i5 or AMD equivalent.

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Shin splints: What causes them and what to do next

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Exercise is a great habit to get into, but doing too much too quickly can lead to problems...

Michael Vassallo Podiatrist at OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

So many of us try from year to year to get in shape for the warmer months, but for some of us we go too hard, too fast and this is normally the calling card for shin splints! You’ve probably heard of them but what actually are shin splints?

Shin splints is a term used to describe pain and swelling in the front of the lower legs, often during or after exercise.

Commonly it is known as Tibial Stress Syndrome (TSS).

The most common form of shin splints being medial tibial stress syndrome commonly presents with vague, diffuse pain of the lower leg, along the lower third of the shin with physical activity.

Pain presents worse at the beginning of exercise and gradually eases throughout training and within minutes of cessation of exercise. As the injury progresses, pain can present after far less activity and may occur at rest. If left untreated, shin splints can progress into stress fractures along the shinbone.

What causes shin splints?

Shin splints are aggravated by repetitive stress to the shin from activities such as running or walking.

Training errors contributing to overworking of muscles tend to be the most common risk factor, especially as we attempt to do ‘too much, too fast’. Other factors can include running on hard or uneven surfaces, having feet that ‘roll in or roll out’, muscular weakness or tightness, as well as wearing incorrect footwear.

How are shin splints treated?

The best outcomes for shin splints are achieved through early diagnosis and onset of treatment. It is important patients don’t avoid treatment or push

through the pain, mainly due to injury progression and the risk of stress fractures. Treatment by a health professional can help you modify your activities and any mechanical issues through massage, stretching and conditioning, footwear changes and orthotic therapy. Pain should be treated at home by resting, icing, and compression. Assessing and treating the underlying cause is vital in addressing shin pain long- term. Lowerlimb mechanics are often the culprit in developing shin splints, thus consulting a podiatrist is recommended.

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How you can get a gift that lasts forever this Christmas We’ll all get a few presents this Christmas but what is the best gift of all?

Rev John Lavender www.gpa.church

Mum! Dad! The batteries are flat! The game is broken! There’s no more chocolate!

Ever noticed how at Christmas it doesn’t take long for something to break or run out? That special toy that took hours, perhaps days to find has broken down or a part has fallen off never to be seen again or within no time at all you’re heading off to Coles to buy new batteries.

Even the clothes we buy our kids, in a matter of months, the kids have grown and the clothes are too small or the fashion has changed and your kids wouldn’t wear the clothes even if you paid them!

Then of course there are the gifts we just grow tired of and they’re quietly retired to the cupboard.

What about a lasting gift; a gift that won’t wear out or that won’t go out of fashion?

One of the best known, most loved verses of the Bible speaks to this. In the Gospel of John we find these wonderful words, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life”.

What a gift! Eternal life! Knowing and enjoying God for all eternity!

How can you get this gift?

It comes by believing in Jesus, trusting his words to us; believing his promises, committing your life to him, humbly depending on him, looking to him for direction and guidance in life.

Jesus does not wear out. He does not

have a “use by date”. He does not become irrelevant but he does fill us with peace, hope and joy.

It could be the best gift you receive this Christmas!

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What to do if your pet has been bitten by a snake

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The warmer months mean snakes are out and about more, and our pets can be in the firing line...

Nicole McMillan Practice Manager of Greencross Coreen Avenue

Snakes are more active in the warmer months and we see a large number of snake bites at this time of year. Snakes are generally timid creatures and stay away from humans and pets. It is often our inquisitive pets that seek out snakes and tend to lead to problems. Dogs are generally at highest risk of being bitten but cats are also susceptible, especially those that like to hunt.

In the Penrith area we tend to see two main types of venomous snakes; either red belly black snakes or brown snakes, and both types of snake bites are potentially fatal.

The brown snake tends to cause more neurological symptoms such as collapse and difficulty breathing. The red belly black snake is more likely to cause haemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells). However, either snake can cause both symptoms with disastrous consequences if left untreated.

If you suspect that your pet has been bitten by a snake, try to keep your pet calm and relaxed and seek veterinary treatment as soon as possible. The sooner your pet is seen by a vet, the higher the

chances of a recovery. Snake venom can transfer onto our skin and can enter our blood stream, if the bite site is known do not touch the area. If a bite is suspected using gloves can avoid contact with venom.

Identifying the snake can help with treatment and prognosis. If possible taking a photo can be helpful, but, never try to catch or kill a snake. If we are unsure if your pet has been bitten or unsure of the snake type, a snake bite detection test can be performed on your pet’s blood or urine.

Treatment involves the administration of an antivenom. Antivenom is very

expensive and can mean treatment for snake bite is costly. There are combination antivenoms that can be given if the snake species is not known. Other medications and stabilisation with IV fluids is also required. Complications including kidney failure and immune mediated disease can occur after a snake bite and animals can die despite treatment.

Snake bites can be reduced by minimising areas where snakes are most likely to hide. These include wood piles, clutter and long grass.

If you have any questions or concerns, call Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic on 4731 3055.

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Put swimming lessons under the tree this Christmas!

You could save a child’s life with a meaningful gift this festive season...

Julie Fletcher Nepean Swim and Fitness julie@nepeanswim.com.au nepeanaquaticcentre.com.au and on Facebook

It’s that time of year again, and each year it seems to get harder to buy gifts for my nieces, nephews and children – as storing endless numbers of loud, bright plastic toys and puzzles, Lego and board games, with about a million pieces to pick up (after painfully stepping on each of them) every evening is starting to present a problem.

I definitely don’t want to encourage any more technology coming into the household either, if I could pay Santa to take ‘Fortnite’ away I would!

So this year I’ve challenged both Santa and my extended family to think outside the box, and look for gifts which promote physical activity, learning a new skill, or having a new experience.

It seems that I am not alone in this new approach, as over the past few years, we have seen lots of parents, carers and relatives also bypassing more traditional presents for experiential presents, or gifts which teach children a skill.

Swimming lessons proved to be one of the most popular choices in this emerging trend, with gift voucher sales increasing year on year.

Swimming lessons are a gift that require no storage space, promote health and

safety, are fun, and teach a skill that will last a lifetime.

Alan Bentley, owner of Nepean Swim and Fitness agreed: “With the usual start of summer spotlight on water safety at front of mind, when presented with the comparison between buying another toy which will lose its novelty quickly, or potentially life saving swimming lessons, the choice is a no- brainer to many people these days. I am also hearing from parents that they are reluctant to give their children another piece of technology to encourage couch potato behaviour, and instead would like to see their children get out and get active. A

gift that ticks the boxes for both safety and physical activity represents value for money to parents.”

With this in mind, we have a very special School Holiday Intensive Program running in January 2019, offering 10 lessons for $80, or five lessons for $40.

Intensive Lesson weeks are a great way to accelerate the swimming skills of children already in lessons, fast track children into lessons after a break from swimming, or hone swimming skills in preparation for school swimming carnivals. Want to invest in a skill for life for your children or grandchildren? Enquire at reception!

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In the tiny village of Ljubac – high up in the hinterland about an hour’s drive north of bustling Dubrovnik – the Medica family is reaping the rewards of its local culinary and cultural expertise.

The family has captured the small group tour market with its traditional home-made meat dinner feasts and mix of Croatian- Turkish dancing and music show.

The Medica’s throw open the doors to their modest home three nights a week – and there’s seldom a spare seat at the table.

The meat is cooked in a bell-shaped iron cast pot under hot ash and served in an ancient stone hut, together with wine produced on the farm.

Dubrovnik’s cultural history and worldrenowned monuments – part of the UNESCO heritage – lure visitors from far and wide to this exquisite and one of the best-known cities in the Mediterranean.

Back-Roads Touring operates an 18-seat ultra - comfortable Mercedes Sprinter mini coach on its growing number of European tours, with emphasis on its name – that is using as many back roads as possible, instead of main roads, to avoid traffic snarls.

Our trip began in the ancient town of Trogir, close to the Dalmatian coastal port of Split.

An early morning stroll is well worth getting out of bed when the bells toll at 5.30, as you can pound the old town’s cobbled streets in comfort before the day trippers move in. And there’s plenty to see as Trogir’s architecture ranges from Greek to Romanic, Gothic, AustroHungarian and modern. Surrounded by walls, Trogir’s well- preserved fortress, towers and numerous other buildings and palaces date from the Roman, Gothic and Baroque periods.

During the two-night stay in Trogir, our genial tour leader has done her homework on visits to Roman emperor Diocletian’s palace in Split and another tour highlight – Krka National Park and its magnificent waterfalls, most notably Skradinski buk, one of Croatia’s natural wonders.

A stop for a tipple or two and some home- made tapas topped off a full day before we headed back to Trogir, which was founded by the Greeks in the 3rd century.

It was back to Split the following day to hop on a ferry to Korcula (pictured), arguably the most captivating Adriatic island of Dalmatia. The sixth largest of Croatia’s 1247 islands, of which just 48 are inhabited; Korcula is reputed to be the birthplace of Marco Polo.

With its natural beauty, clear turquoise waters, and 182km long indented coast with idyllic coves, beaches and prom-

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ontories, its little wonder Korcula is a nautical mecca.

Our two days on this island gem was enough time to explore the enchanting old town and meet up with a local identity, whose patisserie is a serious magnet for locals and tourists alike.

Smiljana Matijaca has been making traditional sweet biscuits called Cukarin using aromatic herbs for the past 24 years. But she won’t divulge the recipe, saying the secret ingredient is “love”.

The award-winner makes all her pastries by hand, without any machine help, and is featured in a Croatian cookbook with over 150 recipes from the country’s best chefs.

After another ferry ride back to the mainland, it’s a long drive to Kotor in Montenegro with a winery stop, a medieval little town called Ston, with the longest stone wall in Europe (5.5km).

This didn’t give much time to explore charming and historic Kotor, a medieval UNESCO Heritage- listed town tucked into the massive bay of the same name, where tourism is blossoming.

It’s surrounded by mountains plunging into picturesque Kotor Bay, which stretches 30km from the Adriatic and is Europe’s southernmost fjord.

Our next stop was Perast, from where we hopped on a boat to the tiny island of Our Lady of the Rocks to meander through the ancient Byzantine- style church before heading back for two nights to Dubrovnik.

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Ticking all the boxes for your retirement community move There’s plenty of things to consider when making the move into a retirement community...

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There’s no doubt that living in a retirement community has a number of benefits, but how do you decide which one is right for you?

As with any property purchase, location is one of the most important considerations. Ideally, you’ll want to be close to most of the places you regularly frequent – like shopping centres, golf clubs, cafés, medical, hairdresser and entertainment venues – which in most cases will mean it’s probably not too far from where you live now.

Of course, you’ll also want to be close to friends and family – not just so you can visit them, but also so that it’s easy for them to visit you as well.

It’s good to think about the type of lifestyle you want to lead and whether the facilities and activities available will suit it. Sure, that swimming pool might look impressive, but are you really ever going to use it? Maybe a landscaped barbecue area or a cosy lounge, bar or cinema are more appealing – or perhaps having health and beauty services on site is more important to you?

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Make a list of the facilities and services that are ‘must haves’, as well as a list of those that would be nice to have. You’ll

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probably never be able to have everything you want, but finding the closest fit will make a big difference to how much you enjoy this new stage of your life.

On a more practical level, make sure the retirement community operator has a good reputation. Finally, try and get to know the management team, ask lots of questions and, if you can, speak to some of the residents to get a feel for how happy they are.

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hile many of his school mates will be holidaying with their family domestically these summer holidays, Mulgoa teenager Ryan Koenig will be travelling all the way to Japan to represent his country at a prestigious judo training camp.

The talented Year 9 McCarthy Catholic College student was selected in the U18 Australian team following an outstanding – albeit rollercoaster – year on the mat.

Following a devastating broken foot and dislocated toe in the first half of the year, the 15-year-old managed to muster up the courage and determination to turn his fortunes around.

Ryan won three gold medals at the South Australian Championships and picked up gold at the Western Australian International Tournament as well as gold at the Oceania Cup. Ryan said he was proud of his achievements in what had been a turbulent 2018.

“I was out of action for six months… it was annoying and definitely set me back,” he told the Weekender.

“After coming back from all the injuries, I started training hard again and entering some major competitions. I ended up smashing them and securing the points I needed to go away to Japan.”

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Ryan has been participating in judo for six years and was drawn to the popular Japanese martial art thanks to his mother, Kylie.

“My Mum was a judo athlete and nearly went to two Olympic Games in Sydney and London but just missed out,” Ryan said.

“When I got selected in the Australian team, Mum was very proud.

“She has helped me a lot over the years and I’ve gained plenty of knowledge from her.”

Leading into major competitions, Ryan would train upwards of five days a week at elite judo clubs in Penrith and the Sydney CBD. Ryan’s hoping his upcoming two- week trip to Japan will further enhance his skills to go even further.

“I’ll be training a lot with Japanese people in high schools over there,” Ryan said.

“I’m hoping to get fitter out of the experience and learn new techniques, just get better in general really.

“The ultimate goal is to win Nationals and be at the top of the leaderboard again, so I can continue to go away and train overseas.”

Ryan, who was one of 16 teenagers to make the Aussie squad, will depart in January. He is also hoping to do a spot of sightseeing while in Japan.

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ollowing a painful season dealing with a crook neck, Panthers fiveeighth James Maloney believes recent surgery was just what the doctor ordered to get him back to his best in 2019.

Last month, the 32- year- old two- time Premiership winner had a much- needed “clean out” of his C4- 5 and C5- 6 discs in his neck. After years of pain and discomfort, Maloney knew the operation was critical in terms of him playing at a high level again next year.

“I just needed a clean out around the nerves in my neck. There was no particular incident in a game, it had just been deteriorating over the years,” Maloney said.

“It just got to the point where it needed some work done. It’s no longer ‘catching’ and I’m not having all these nerve issues with it. It’s a little bit freer.”

The NSW Origin winner returned to light training in recent weeks but won’t resume contact training until the new year.

Maloney said it’s been enjoyable getting reacquainted with Panthers coach Ivan

James Maloney spoke with the Weekender last week. Photo: Melinda Jane Cleary, who coached him early in his career at the New Zealand Warriors.

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“I had a bit of success with him at the Warriors and hopefully I’ll have a bit more with him over here.”

Joining Maloney in the rehab group is halves partner Nathan Cleary, who underwent a recent ankle reconstruction to repair damaged ligaments. The 21-yearold also won’t be back to full training until the new year.

Maloney believes after a long season, which included a gruelling Origin campaign, the rest will do them both the world of good.

“If this was last year it would be more of an issue but the fact we have 12 months under our belts together, we should be able to pick up where we left off,” Maloney said.

“The rest has been good for us. Nath had a big year last year with Origin commitments for the first time. It won’t hurt him having a rest and I’m getting old, so it won’t hurt me either.”

Meanwhile, Maloney was unable to confirm to the Weekender whether he’d be captain again in 2019.

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Giants to face Swifts in blockbuster season opener NATHAN TAYLOR

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iants Netball will take on crosstown rivals the NSW Swifts in the opening round of the Super Netball competition next year.

The 2019 fixture was released last week, with the Giants knowing the exact order of teams they will be facing as they look to make a third consecutive Finals series.

After an active off-season, where almost every team made significant changes to their starting 10, it’s set be an electric 2019 for the Super Netball competition.

The Giants’ first match- up against the Swifts will be on Sunday, April 28. The two sides will do battle for a second time in Round 8.

The Giants regained the Derby’s coveted Carole Sykes Memorial Trophy in their last meeting in 2018 and are 3- 1 against the Swifts since 2017.

Round 2 and Round 9 will see the Giants face the Melbourne Vixens, while they’ll take on fellow Victorians, Collingwood, in Round 3 and 10.

The Queensland Firebirds will be the Giants’ opponents in Round 4 and Round 11, while Round 5 and 12 will see them battle the Sunshine Coast Lightning.

The Giants will take on a new- look Adelaide Thunderbirds and their former assistant coach Tania Obst in Round 6 and Round 13, while a trip west to battle the Fever is on the cards for Round 7 and 14.

The 2019 season will pause for the Netball World Cup in England, with a fourweek break scheduled between Round 9 and 10.

The Giants will play in three different home arenas in 2019 – Qudos Bank Arena and Quaycentre in Sydney Olympic Park and AIS Arena in Canberra.

Giants coach Julie Fitzgerald was happy with the fixture and believes the club is well- positioned to continue to build on their successes from the past two years.

“It was a busy off- season for Giants Netball and we have made some wonderful additions to the team, giving us a great mix of seasoned stars and exciting young talent. I believe that this winning combination is exactly what we need to continue to push forwards in 2019,” she said.

“The last two years we have given fans in NSW a reason to cheer and a team to get behind but we have not been able to claim the ultimate Suncorp Super Netball prize.

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he Western Sydney Wanderers have proven a week is a long time in football, with coach Markus Babbel all smiles this week following his side’s second win of the season.

The Wanderers recorded a muchneeded 2- 0 victory over Central Coast last Friday, with the side moving up to seventh spot on the A-League ladder.

Speaking after the match, Babbel said last week’s win over the Mariners was a complete turnaround compared to the previous round’s 4-0 defeat at the hands of Melbourne Victory.

“That was what I was looking for… a reaction,” he said.

“I said to the players during the week ‘you can fall down, this can happen, but stand up and fight for your dreams and your successes.

“For me, today, this was outstanding.

Everyone gave it their all. I think it was a good performance.”

The Wanderers will need to back up last week’s win with another when they face crosstown rivals Sydney FC in the 20th

The Wanderers celebrate last week’s win over the Mariners Sydney Derby. While Western Sydney haven’t beaten the Sky Blues since February 2017, they are going into this Saturday night’s clash at ANZ Stadium full of confidence.

“The win has given us confidence and we have momentum heading into the

Derby this weekend,” Wanderers striker, Jaushua Sotirio said.

“Sydney FC didn’t play very well on the weekend, they’ll be down on confidence and we’ll definitely capitalise on that this weekend.”

Kick-off is at 7.50pm tomorrow night.

Shattering decision rocks women’s AFL Story continued from » p. 72 Rams Director of Female Football, Greg Corless, said the club was gutted over the decision.

“It didn’t come as a surprise but we are fairly outraged by it,” he said.

“In a letter to us the league said ‘we realise you’ll be disappointed’ but disappointment is the wrong word for it, disappointment is where you lose something in a fair battle.

“It was very disappointing but not unexpected. I’m still dealing with the league about it.”

AFL Sydney said the application received from Penrith was assessed based on them being a new club, not under the joint venture agreement.

However, Corless disputes the reasoning by the league, saying the Ramettes have been around for seven years as opposed to East Coast’s two.

“They are basically treating us like a new club, to be treated as a new club after seven years is a joke,” he said.

“East Coast have only had a women’s team for two years… they are a bit of a favoured species by the AFL.” One of the downsides to Penrith not being included in the top women’s competition next season is they’ll likely lose GWS Giants AFLW star Renee Tomkins.

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Around the grounds CRICKET: Penrith have taken down Steve Smith and Sutherland in Round 7 of the NSW Premier Cricket competition. Playing in a Two-Day match at Howell Oval, Penrith were on fire with the bat before being dismissed for 316.

Young gun Tyran Liddiard was best for Penrith with 95. When Sutherland hit the crease, they got off to a strong start before eventually being dismissed for 263. Suspended Aussie captain Steve Smith scored 28 runs before being bowled LBW by Penrith’s Chris Withers – a scalp he’ll never forget. Ryan Smith was the best of the bowlers for Penrith, taking 5/54. Penrith will travel to Pratten Park this Saturday to battle Western Suburbs in Round 8.

CRICKET: Penrith have advanced to the Preliminary Finals of the Kingsgrove T20 Cup after defeating Bankstown in last Sunday’s Semi Final at Howell Oval. Penrith won the toss and elected to bat first. The home side put up a strong score before being dismissed for 151. When Bankstown hit the crease they got off to a shocking start before recovering slightly. They were eventually dismissed for 119 after 18.3 overs.

Penrith will travel to the Sydney Cricket Ground this Sunday afternoon to face Sydney University for a place in the Grand Final. The decider will be played later that day at 6.30pm.

BASEBALL: Penrith’s woeful season has continued, losing both games to Manly in Round 11 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. In the mid-week game, Penrith narrowly went

down to Manly 4-2, while in last Sunday’s match they were convincingly beaten 8-1. The Panthers will battle the Ryde Hawks in Round 12.

W-LEAGUE: The Western Sydney Wanderers claimed their first point of the season after they drew with Canberra United 2-2 in an enthralling W-League encounter. Four second half goals, including two in the final 10 minutes, did justice to what was a physical and hard-fought match at Spotless Stadium. With the Wanderers finally on the board for season 2018/19, they’ll look to get their first win of the year when they face the Brisbane Roar on December 20.

Y-LEAGUE: The Western Sydney Wanderers have surged to the top of the Y-League ladder, defeating the Newcastle Jets 3-0 last Saturday night. The Wanderers were up 1-0 at the break courtesy of an Andrea Agamemnonos goal at the 23rd minute. More goals came in the second half when Lachlan Scott and Tate Russell put the ball behind the keeper. The first-placed Wanderers will take on the Central Coast Mariners this Saturday morning.

NETBALL: Giants Netball have landed a new assistant coach for next season, and it’s a very familiar face. Jenny O’Keeffe, who has had many successes within the Netball NSW pathways, will help assist head coach Julie Fitzgerald in 2019. O’Keeffe, who will begin her new role next month, is the head coach of the Marie Little Shield State team and the former coach of the GWS Fury.

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omen’s AFL in western Sydney has taken a major hit after the Penrith Ramettes were denied inclusion into the AFL Sydney Women’s Premier Division competition.

The Cranebrook-based club were vying for a spot in the top women’s AFL competition in Sydney next year but missed out by the skin of their teeth.

Instead relative newcomers the East Coast Eagles, who are based in the Hills District, will take the eighth and final spot in the competition.

AFL Sydney recently completed a submission process for a vacant position within the Premier Division competition after the joint venture between the Auburn Giants and Penrith Ramettes folded at the end of last season.

The opportunity was provided to all clubs to submit for inclusion in next year’s top tier competition, with the league receiving just two applications.

While Penrith entered a very strong submission that ticked all the boxes, East Coast were deemed successful after “best meeting” the criteria for participation.

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Rams Director of Female Football Greg Corless is gutted with the decision not to include the Ramettes in next year’s Premier Division competition. Photo: Melinda Jane

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