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Stabbings, assaults and VIOLENCE: COPS FED UP WITH ALCOHOL-FUELLED INCIDENTS Police are venting their frustration and anger at an apparent spike in alcoholfuelled crime that has hit the Penrith area.

Stabbings and assaults have dominated the news in recent weeks as Penrith confronts a violent end to summer.

Last Sunday morning a 20-year- old man suffered a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain after a scuffle inside Panthers Leagues Club, in which a man who tried to intervene was also hurt.

A 19-year-old Bidwill man was arrested at the scene and charged over the assaults on both men.

The incident came a week after Shannan Rushworth was left fighting for life after a sickening assault in the car park of McDonald’s, located close to the Panthers club.

Just an hour before last Sunday’s incident at Panthers, police were also dealing with a stabbing at St Clair. A 19-year-old man was hospitalised with wounds to his arm and back, with no arrests made at this stage.

The incident happened on Banks Drive, near Mamre Road, and police are urging witnesses to come forward.

Then on Sunday night, a 45-year-old man was stabbed with a broken glass bottle following an altercation on Henry Street in the Penrith CBD. A 43- year- old Kingswood man was arrested over the incident, which took place at around 6.30pm, and charged.

Detective Acting Inspector Steve Peroni said anyone caught risking the safety of others would be dealt with swiftly.

“Nepean Police Area Command is reiterating its position that police will not tolerate dangerous, criminal or anti-social behaviour,” he said.

“Police are not only focused on deterring crime but intercepting anyone who may be causing trouble.

“Police do not want to stop people having a good time. It’s about looking after yourself, your family and friends so you can all share many more good times.”

Detective Acting Inspector Peroni said Nepean Police Area Command was continuing to expand its enforcement strategies to combat local crime.

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Seven arrests now made as investigation continues into abuse at boys’ home Detectives allege some staff instead used the program to take boys to lunches at Sydney restaurants, where they were indecently assaulted at the tables.

“We will be alleging before court the arrested man indecently assaulted a boy at one of those lunches,” Nepean Commander, Detective Superintendent Brett McFadden said.

“We are also alleging the suspect was not employed at the Daruk Training School but was a friend of staff who took the child to lunch.”

Detective Superintendent McFadden applauded the Strike Force for their tremendous efforts.

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former senior juvenile justice officer has been arrested following the continued investigation into alleged historical abuse at the now-closed Daruk Training School in Berkshire Park.

The Nepean Police Area Command established Strike Force Eckersley in late 2016 to investigate the alleged sexual and physical abuse of boys at the school between 1965 and 1985.

The allegations were referred to New South Wales Police by the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.

On Monday, February 11 at 9am, Strike Force detectives travelled to an address at Winmalee, where they arrested the 78-year-old former officer.

He has been charged with 24 offences against four boys, aged 14 and 15, between 1981 and 1983; namely 19 counts of ‘indecent assault of a male’, four counts of ‘buggery’ and one count of ‘sexual assault’.

Police allege the crimes occurred at the Cobham Juvenile Justice Centre where the man was a senior officer.

He has been granted bail and ordered to appear in court on Tuesday, March 19.

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Police probe ‘excursions’

Detective Superintendent Brett McFadden addresses the media earlier this week Officers also conducted a search of the man’s home and seized a series of items as exhibits.

Strike Force Eckersley so far has arrested seven men and laid around 200 charges in relation to the child sex allegations.

In addition, at 9am on Tuesday, February 12 Penrith detectives executed another search warrant on a home at Leonay. No charges have been laid at this stage in relation to those inquiries.

The action this week comes after detec-

tives searched a home in Menangle last week, where they issued a Court Attendance Notice to a 70-year- old resident. He too will appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, March 19 charged with ‘indecent assault on a male’.

The arrest comes as Strike Force Eckersley investigates allegations that boys were abused during so- called “excursions” from the home in 1978 and 1979. The excursion program was designed to ease troubled boys back into society.

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Winning over Mr & Mrs Smith Y ou’d hate to see the bill for the e-tag on Gladys Berejiklian’s car. She’s made so many trips to Penrith in recent weeks that if she saw the cost tally she may begin to understand the huge frustration motorists have with skyrocketing toll costs.

Of course, the Premier has set up camp in Penrith because it’s absolutely critical that the seat is retained by Stuart Ayres if the Coalition is to stay in government.

There must be some polling somewhere that suggests Mr Ayres is in trouble because it’s really been an all out assault from Ms Berejiklian this past month or so.

Labor leader Michael Daley joined the merry band of politicians spending time in the western suburbs last Thursday when he came to Nepean Hospital to make a rather bizarre promise, essentially mirroring the current government’s commitment to Nepean Hospital, with a few tweaks to actually give the announcement some level of credibility.

It must have been music to the ears of Ms Berejiklian and Mr Ayres – if that’s all Labor had to say on Nepean Hospital, there’s not much of a fight being put up.

Of course Labor will continue to push the anti- stadium campaign, with much of the Opposition’s messaging suggesting that the Coalition is spending $2.2 billion on stadiums instead of investing in health, education and infrastructure.

We know that is simply not true.

But one cannot deny, despite the facts telling a pretty good story for the government, that the anti- stadium push is having some cut-through.

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Football Stadium (Allianz Stadium) and had then-Premier Barrie Unsworth open it in 1988, and also oversaw the building of ANZ Stadium in time for the 2000 Olympics. Labor once loved stadiums.

Those Labor governments understood that strong sporting facilities return the investment easily, both directly and indirectly.

Anyone who has spent time at Allianz or ANZ Stadiums in the past few years could understand that upgrades were essential, and in the case of the former the argument for a complete re-build was sensible.

But election campaigns don’t always make sense, and aren’t always based on fact or the messaging being sold by the parties on a day to day basis.

When Mr and Mrs Smith go to the polls on March 23, they will most likely vote based on the issues impacting their lives most.

For Labor, this is probably bad news for their anti-stadium campaign because I’m not sure Mr and Mrs Smith really discuss the impact of the Allianz and ANZ Stadium upgrades over dinner.

What they discuss when it comes to politics is the things that impact the day they’ve just returned from.

And while the upgrades to Nepean Hospital are applauded, Mr and Mrs Smith still hope to never go there.

They probably like the new bridge over the Nepean River too, but it’s unlikely to sway their vote.

But Mr Smith has potentially arrived home after sitting on an over- crowded train that’s taking longer to get to the city than it did 18 months ago, and is often late. Mrs Smith meanwhile just spent a couple of hours on the M4 and paid a toll for the privilege – an expense she didn’t have a couple of years ago.

Meanwhile, another house down the road has been replaced by an apartment block and there’s talk of some more development in the next street.

The problem for the Coalition is that no promise, no number of cranes in the sky and no high tally of visits from the Premier is going to out-weigh that train ride, that toll bill or the feeling of overdevelopment in a city that once looked very different.

Which means that Ms Berejiklian could well lose this election, while Labor fall over the line – not necessarily because they have a better story to tell but because people feel that maybe a change will send a message.

The sweet smell of an election has well and truly arrived, and we’re still only in the early days!

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Carney: MP should quit Labor and Liberal candidates trade barbs in bitter battle over Wallacia Golf Club NICOLA BARTON

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war of words has erupted over the Wallacia Golf Club turmoil as Labor Candidate for Mulgoa Todd Carney bites back at sitting MP Tanya Davies, calling for her resignation.

Last week Mrs Davies took a dramatic stand against the proposed cemetery on the golf club land, calling on Premier Gladys Berejiklian to override the proposal and stating that she “cannot be associated any further with a government that will destroy a community”.

Whilst some residents were stunned by Mrs Davies putting her career on the line, Mr Carney said it’s too little too late.

“Mrs Davies didn’t stop Mulgoa being targeted by her Liberal Government’s over- development agenda and is only jumping up now because of the election,” he said.

“This is nothing but crocodile tears from the local Liberal member who has done nothing in her eight years as a member and is looking to blame everyone but herself.”

The proposal, which if approved will see the construction of a $24 million memorial park, will reduce the current 18- hole course to nine holes to make room for a cemetery.

Labor Candidate Todd Carney is calling for Tanya Davies to quit It has been greatly opposed by locals for years, despite the Department of Planning going over Mrs Davies’ head and deeming it “in the public’s best interest”.

Last week both Mrs Davies and Mr Carney met with residents on separate occasions at the site to discuss their concerns.

“Mrs Davies has offered up no opposition to her Government’s over- development

Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies wants the cemetery plan stopped

plans and is mounting a hopeless protest now that her Government has already given the project the green light,” Mr Carney said.

Mrs Davies said she was disgusted by the proposal and has been fighting this issue since the plans were first drafted.

“Where was the Labor Party this time last year? Where were they when Penrith City Council, the Wallacia Progress Asso-

ciation and I began fighting this proposal over a year ago?” she said.

“The Labor Party are insulting the people of Wallacia by pretending to care about the community six weeks before an election.”

Mrs Davies said the issue would be her number one focus coming into the election and said she will resign if the proposal is not overruled. Mr Carney said Mrs Davies should stop with the “empty threats”.

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Cash for road upgrades State Government commits to further improving Mamre Road and Mulgoa Road NICOLA BARTON

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fter countless complaints and a community petition, Mamre Road is set to receive a slice of $480 million in funding to reduce congestion and traffic accidents.

Up to 65,000 western Sydney road users a day will benefit from the investment, which aims to slash travel times and improve safety for motorists, with further upgrades to Mulgoa Road also funded.

The initial stages in the expansion of Mulgoa Road are already underway, jointly funded with the Federal Government, to increase capacity from four to six lanes between Union Road and Museum Drive.

The next phase of this jointly- funded work will be between Jeanette Street and Blaikie Road, starting next year.

Mamre Road will be upgraded along a 3.8 kilometre section to a four- lane dual carriageway between the M4 Motorway and Erskine Park Road.

“Last year I called on the Federal Government to recognise Mamre Road as part of their strategic plans for the Western Sydney Airport and to provide urgent funding. Over 2000 residents signed the petition to see Mamre Road urgently upgraded,” said Mulgoa MP, Tanya Davies.

“This is a fantastic outcome for my community. For too long the people of St

Gladys Berejiklian with Tanya Davies, Ross Fowler, Stuart Ayres and local residents at the Mamre Road announcement Clair and Erskine Park have battled to turn on to Mamre Road, often making risky decisions with grave consequences.”

The State Government announced they will fund a further $260 million in upgrades of Mulgoa Road, from Jeanette Street to Glenmore Parkway and Jamison Road to Blaikie Road.

“Thanks to this Government’s strong financial management, we can invest in projects such as Mamre and Mulgoa

Roads, which are critically important to residents and businesses in western Sydney,” Premier Gladys Berejiklian said.

“This will transform the existing twolane undivided road into a four- lane divided road, providing a safer, highercapacity link. The Mamre Road upgrade will also be future proofed, allowing another two lanes to be added down the track.

“We want to make life easier for those

who use Mamre and Mulgoa Roads, reducing time stuck in traffic.”

During what was her third visit to the Penrith region in just two weeks, Ms Berejiklian also announced two other projects.

This included a $71 million 800 space multi-storey car park at Emu Plains Train Station and a statewide Year 9 school program which gives students a chance to meet and learn from 100 past or present Olympians.

Unique needs of children and elderly to be put first in Labor’s Nepean Hospital plan, but Stuart Ayres comes out swinging NICOLA BARTON

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enrith MP Stuart Ayres has accused Labor of playing catch- up on Nepean Hospital after Opposition Leader Michael Daley committed to its $1 billion upgrade going ahead should there be a change of government in March.

The State Government announced the major redevelopment in March last year.

This included the 600 space car park on

the corner of Parker Street and Barber Avenue that is currently underway as well as two hospital towers.

“Labor simply forgot about Nepean Hospital – now, five minutes before the election they decide to match the Government’s commitment,” Mr Ayres said last week.

“The public should view this ‘announcement’ with the cynicism it deserves – this is the same old Labor, forgetting about Penrith again.”

Labor’s commitment to Nepean includes tweaks to cater for the unique needs of children and the elderly.

Mr Daley said the Liberals were dragged “kicking and screaming” into their $1 billion commitment as the hospital continued to burst at the seams.

“We just don’t want any old emergency department design in the usual way with a cookie cutter approach,” Mr Daley said.

“What we are saying is, if you’re spending a billion dollars in a growing area, one

of the most under pressure hospitals in the state, let’s design it for the future.”

Labor plan to create separate emergency departments for geriatric and paediatric patients.

Minister for Health Brad Hazzard said Labor’s record stood in stark contrast to that of the government.

“We’ve spent more money in western Sydney alone than Labor spent on the entire state during its last seven years,” he said.

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he union campaign against the State Government is about to ramp up five weeks out from the March 23 State Election.

The ‘Don’t Mess With The West’ campaign, headed by Penrith Valley Community Unions (PVCU), features protests, community meet- ups and petitions to ensure residents’ voices are heard.

Tomorrow (Saturday, February 16) 400 fed- up activists will march around Penrith and make their concerns known, as they call on the Government to give the community a fair go.

The group are in strong opposition to raising the Warragamba Dam wall, M4 tolls and the Western Sydney Airport.

PVCU spokesperson Peter Mason said the campaign is proof that residents know they deserve better.

“The community feels let down by Stuart Ayres, his electorate is Penrith and he allowed the Government to introduce a toll knowing the amount of people out here who travel on that road every day.

People are paying $200 a week just to drive to work and if they avoid it spend hours of more time on the road and away from their families,” he said.

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Unions make their point

Unions are campaigning against a range of issues, including the M4 toll “People are upset because this road has almost been paid for, but we’ll be continuing to pay these tolls for another 43 years.

“We must stand up to this as a group because so many people in this community aren’t happy.”

PVCU has templated thousands of letters addressed to Mr Ayres, with 800 signatures collected in opposition to the M4 toll. But Mr Ayres said unions should make it clear that Labor has no plans to remove the toll either.

“These unionists should stop misleading people; Labor has not committed to removing the M4 toll,” he said.

“All Labor will do is ask everyone who doesn’t use the M4 to pay users’ tolls.”

The ‘Don’t Mess With The West’ rally will commence outside Penrith Library on Saturday, February 16 at 1pm.

There will be a range of speakers at the event including State Londonderry MP Prue Car and Labor Candidate for Penrith, Karen McKeown.

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Bus drivers feel the heat Revealed: One in five western Sydney bus services run without air conditioning EMILY FESZCZUK

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Many buses in Penrith remain without air conditioning, creating difficult working conditions for drivers Transport Workers Union of NSW, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;The impact on drivers and the danger to them and members of the travelling public is immenseâ&#x20AC;?.

The Workers Health Centre advise that working in high temperatures can induce heat stress when more heat is absorbed into the body than can be dissipated out.

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION The following development application has been received by Council: â&#x20AC;˘ Zarabelle Holdings DA19/0050 C/- Think Planners Pty Ltd 7 Ross Place, St Marys Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of a 30-room boarding house with basement car parking and associated works Contact: Pukar Pradhan on 4732 7726 Closing Date: 1 March 2019

DEVELOPMENT CONSENT/S DETERMINED Pursuant to Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Act, the schedule below lists applications recently determined by Penrith City Council.

Details of these determinations are available for public inspection free of charge during Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith.

Approved Development Applications â&#x20AC;˘ Byronville Pty Ltd DA17/0336 Lot 4 DP 19440, Lot 5A DP 355610 and Lot 11 DP 545304 (Nos. 104â&#x20AC;&#x201C;108) Lethbridge Street, Penrith

A bus driver in the south of Sydney recently recorded temperatures of up to 53 degrees inside his non-air conditioned bus that was being used to pick up high school students.

The Transport Workers Union believe that it is a common issue among many bus companies in NSW.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Many drivers are forced to endure working in non- air conditioned buses in heatwaves across Sydney,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mr Olsen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The TWU understands that many nonair conditioned buses are used on school routes.â&#x20AC;?

90 per cent of government bus services in metropolitan Sydney are air conditioned.

The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary

Lot 27 DP 237831 and Lot 28 DP 237831 (No. 38) Manning Street, Kingswood

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Lot 2 DP 1179316 (Nos. 370â&#x20AC;&#x201C;372) Carrington Road, Londonderry Redevelopment of existing service station and associated remediation works The proposal is an Integrated Development under Section 4.46 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. In this regard, the applicant is seeking concurrent approval from the NSW Roads and Maritime Services under Section 138 of the Road Act 1993.

reference number DA19/0054.

Viewing of Development Applications The above development application/s may be viewed on Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s DA Tracker via penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/ DATracker. Alternatively, the applications can be viewed during Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s normal business hours at the &LYLF &HQWUH +LJK 6WUHHW 3HQULWK 2IĂ&#x20AC;FHUV RI Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit penrithcity.nsw.gov.au

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Despite temperatures regularly soaring above 40 degrees during the summer in Penrith, buses not fitted with air conditioning are still being used for some services.

A Busways spokesperson said that 80 per cent of their services in the western Sydney region operated with air conditioned buses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When non- air conditioned buses are required to operate during high temperatures, Busways drivers are instructed to keep buses well ventilated by opening windows and roof vents to allow air to circulate,â&#x20AC;? the spokesperson said.

With one in five services running without air conditioning, new buses in western Sydney canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come quick enough. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Through our fleet replacement plan, older buses are constantly being replaced with brand new air- conditioned buses,â&#x20AC;? the Busways spokesperson said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Busways will receive another nine airconditioned buses in February 2019 for our Western Sydney region.â&#x20AC;?

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Push to reduce lot sizes Council defers decision over house sizes as numerous concerns are raised themselves to multi- storey buildings, putting the aging population and disabled at a disadvantage.

“I’m fundamentally against it, I’m sorry,” she said.

Councillor Kevin Crameri said the proposed amendments would only exacerbate an already unfair rating structure where strata residents pay “bugger all in rates” but still have access to the same amenities.

“The blocks of land are not as expensive, and providing more and more of these lower ones forces the ordinary people who are on larger blocks to pay more,” he said.

Councillor John Thain acknowledged terraces were a choice of housing that had become “modern” and “acceptable”, but was unsure if the changes went “a step too far”.

Councillor Marcus Cornish was highly critical of current lot sizes, saying they were “far too small” and failed to provide enough room for a tree.

The proposed changes aim to provide a range of housing options that were not envisaged or in demand when the Central Precinct was originally planned in 2009.

A Council spokesperson confirmed construction has commenced and a number of new homes are already built and occupied.

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enrith City Councillors have deferred a decision to reduce residential lot sizes for parts of the planned Central Precinct of St Marys, requesting the developer provide further information.

If adopted, the changes will reduce the standard lot size for detached dwellings from 270sqm to 225sqm, making it, and other proposed amendments, the in-force planning controls.

Located between Jordan Springs and Ropes Crossing, the Central Precinct is expected to accommodate about 1,400 to 1,600 new dwellings and a residential population of between 3,800 and 4,300 when construction is complete.

The changes are expected to increase the presence of terraces, manor homes, granny flats and studio apartments, but are only permitted within walking distance of the planned local shopping centre or parks.

Councillor Tricia Hitchen reiterated her stance against the proposal during Council’s Policy Review Committee Meeting on Monday night, citing accessibility concerns.

She said lots of that size would lend

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Man who glassed woman denied bail by magistrate

A Kingswood man who allegedly glassed a woman to the face after he was asked to leave a Penrith hotel has been denied bail.

Jaydan McBain-Brown appeared before Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with ‘reckless wounding’ and ‘assault police’.

The court heard McBain-Brown was allegedly heavily intoxicated and had been asked to leave when he grabbed two drinks and stumbled towards the car park.

Before he got far, a female staff member intervened telling him he was required to hand back the glasses.

He became argumentative and after the woman successfully removed one from his grip, McBain-Brown allegedly retaliated, punching her to the left side of her face causing the glass to smash.

He is also alleged to have punched a police officer.

Despite offering to report daily, abide by a curfew and to live at a Kingswood address, Magistrate Brian van Zuylen denied the accused’s release citing the “extremely serious allegations”.

He is due to face court again on Tuesday, February 19.

Jail for man who sexually assaulted step daughter

A man found guilty of sexually assaulting his step daughter in their Llandilo home has been sentenced to six years in jail.

The man, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was found guilty by way of jury of two counts of ‘aggravated indecent assault’ and one count of ‘aggravated sexual intercourse’ against the girl, who was aged between 11 and 12 at the time.

The court heard the defendant was originally charged with six counts, but was found not guilty of three after the offender tendered evidence supported by an alibi.

In her victim statement tearfully read out in court, the teen said she suffers panic attacks and now looks at people in different ways, which “feels awful and wrong”.

“I feel sick seeing a male touching their child, even just holdings hands,” she said.

He is eligible for release on October 25, 2021.

Magistrate fumes at drug taking roofer

A magistrate has shaken his head at a drug-taking roofer, saying his willingness to put his life and others in danger was “beyond the court’s understanding”.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen told Bryan Jeffery Bessell’s lawyer he was perplexed as to why the offender would undertake such a hazardous job while nursing a drug habit.

“Why should he be on a roof drug-affected with cannabis and methamphetamine in his system?” he queried. “Doesn’t he value his own life?”

Magistrate van Zuylen was highly critical of Bessell, who had been given the opportunity to do the Magistrate’s Early Referral into Treatment (MERIT) program but declined.

“You want to pay for illegal drugs, you can pay fines for it,” he fumed.

He was slugged $1,200 for two cannabis possession charges and $1,000 for possessing methamphetamine.

Man accused of violent threats against woman

A 21-year-old who threatened to put a bullet through the head of the mother of his child has been refused appeal bail.

The man was sentenced to 22 months in jail with a 14-month non-parole period on December 4 for a number of disturbing offences.

As well as threatening to shoot her, the 21-year-old told the victim he and his friends would destroy her house and described her and his daughter as “putrid” and said she should have aborted her.

Penrith Local Court heard the man did not have a lengthy record but was on good behaviour bonds with supervision at the time of offending and “simply ignored them”.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen found he posed an unacceptable risk and refused his liberty while he awaits his severity appeal.

His appeal will be heard at Penrith District Court on March 4.

Man already in trouble with the law faces court again

A man who attempted to smuggle drugs into prison has been sent to the slammer himself after re-offending while on good behaviour bonds.

Andrew Walter Weir, 43, received two Section 9 bonds after trying to introduce illicit substances into Parklea and John Morony Correctional Centres back in 2017.

But the bonds were revoked and he was slapped with full-time custodial sentences when he faced Penrith Local Court Magistrate Brian van Zuylen last Thursday, after pleading guilty to a number of fresh charges putting him in breach.

The court heard Weir, who was charged with ‘larceny’, ‘drive with an illicit drug present in his system’ and ‘stalk/intimidate’, stole number plates from Car City to avoid having to register his car and had “injected ice the week before” and “smoked a few cones” the day prior to being detected driving.

He is eligible for release on parole on August 6, 2019, though he is expected to appeal.

Heated argument results in man stabbing his cousin

A man who stabbed his cousin in the hand following a heated argument has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in jail.

Daniel Paul Bell will spend at least one year and 10 months behind bars after he pleaded guilty to two counts of ‘intimida-

tion’ and one count of ‘reckless wounding’.

Judge Stephen Hanley noted the victim “exacerbated” the animosity by coming back to taunt Bell which ultimately led to Bell stabbing him, saying things could have “de-escalated if he had simply stayed home”.

He is eligible for release on parole on August 6, 2020.

Two bailed, two behind bars: Car park attackers face court

The four men accused of the sickening attack on two men at the Panthers McDonald’s car park faced court last week, with two being remanded in custody.

Wendell Milgate, 20, and Byron James Donovan, 19, were refused bail, while Blake Milgate, 22, and Mitchell Milgate, 19, were granted strict conditional bail after Magistrate Brian van Zuylen determined the alleged offences they committed were “not of the same order” as their co-accused.

The group, which includes three brothers from Glenmore Park, is accused of setting upon Shannon Rushworth, 32, and Tyson Gampe, 34, about 1.30am on Sunday, February 3, rendering Rushworth unconscious and at one stage clinging to life.

One- by- one the four men faced Penrith Local Court via audio video link last Thursday.

The court heard Donovan, of St Clair, is alleged to have king hit Rushworth, knocking him unconscious and causing the back of his head to collide heavily with the concrete as he tumbled to the ground.

Wendell Milgate then takes over, kicking and stomping Rushworth’s head and body as he lay motionless, police allege.

The court heard Rushworth had to be airlifted to Westmead Hospital and spent time in ICU after sustaining a fractured skull and swelling to the brain.

Gampe was conveyed to Nepean Hospital where he was treated for bleeding and swelling to the left cheek.

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Penrith: Man stabbed with bottle after argument over can

A man has been arrested following a stabbing that occurred on Henry Street on Sunday, February 10 at 6.40pm.

A 45-year-old was out collecting cans and bottles which he planned on placing in the Return and Earn Station when he tried to take another man’s can.

It is alleged that a 43-year-old used a bottle to assault the 45-year-old and proceeded to chase him down the street.

The victim collapsed and emergency services were called. Police attended and a crime scene was established.

The victim was conveyed to Westmead Hospital where his wounds were treated.

The offender was located a short time later and was arrested. He was charged with ‘wound with intent to cause grievous bodily harm’ and will appear at Penrith Local Court on Friday, April 12.

Kingswood: Man charged over machete attack at hotel

A man has been charged after assaulting another man with a machete at the Kingswood Hotel on Saturday, February 9.

At 3.18pm it is alleged the 33-year-old had an altercation with a 21-year-old victim after they had been drinking inside the venue.

The 33-year-old produced a machete and struck the victim causing a wound.

The offender fled the scene but was located by police a short distance away.

He was arrested and charged with ‘reckless wounding’.

He was granted strict conditional bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, March 5.

Penrith: Detectives seek witnesses to assault

Detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the serious assault of a man in Penrith last year.

At about 11.30pm on Saturday, October 13 last year a 44-year-old man was in his unit on Blaxland Avenue. He noticed a

group of men outside his unit block that appeared to be breaking into a vehicle.

He walked outside and as he approached the group he was assaulted. He suffered serious head injuries and will require ongoing treatment.

Detectives have formed Strike Force Bonython to investigate the assault and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Early investigations suggest the same group may have been involved in an altercation earlier that night at a licensed premises in the Penrith CBD. Anyone who may be able to assist with their inquiries should contact Nepean detectives on 9677 7578, or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Penrith: Spilt drink causes brawl inside club

A man remains in hospital while a second man faced court following an alleged assault at Penrith on Sunday, February 10.

Emergency services were called to a licenced club on Mulgoa Road at 1.10am, responding to reports that a man had sustained head injuries after being punched during a scuffle with another patron inside the premises.

It is alleged that the fight was started over a spilt drink.

Police found a 20-year-old man suffering head injuries; he was taken to Westmead Hospital where he’s being treated for a fractured skull and bleeding on the brain. Police said the Hebersham man is in a serious but stable condition.

Officers from Nepean Police Area Command arrested a 19-year-old Bidwill man at the scene and took him to Penrith Police Station where he was charged with ‘recklessly causing grievous bodily harm’.

He has also been charged with ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm’ following the alleged assault of a second man who had intervened in the initial incident.

The Bidwill man was refused bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, February 12.

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Man stabbed after scuffle turns violent Investigations are underway after a man was stabbed in St Clair on Saturday, February 9.

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Council’s “circle of love” Local operators to be given advantage when tendering for Council work ALENA HIGGINS

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ocal businesses and tradespeople vying for Penrith Council contracts will now receive a competitive advantage after Council endorsed a policy giving local suppliers preferential treatment.

Businesses based in the Penrith Local Government Area (LGA), or those employing permanent staff operating within the LGA, will now receive a five per cent “weighting” for quotes valued between $20,000 and $150,000, potentially nudging out out- of- towners who quoted slightly less for the same job.

It comes amid a commitment by Council to consider a supplier’s contribution to Penrith and the local economy when assessing tenders.

Councillor Bernard Bratusa, who helped spearhead the policy, said it was about rewarding people who choose to live and work in Penrith and helping local small businesses secure additional work.

“What will happen now, is if the tender price is within a five per cent margin of a competitor’s price and they are local, they will be deemed the preferred tenderer,” Cr Bratusa said, noting they must also meet Council’s procurement objectives.

Richard Rossetto from local business Urban Painting & Decorating discussing the policy with Bernard Bratusa. Photo: Bec Higgins “We are keeping money in our city, we are helping locals put food on the table, pay their bills, put a roof over their heads and that’s important. It’s a circle of love – it is a win when we can help small business.”

As well as applying the Local Supplier Criteria weighting, Council resolved to encourage a ‘buy local’ culture within Council, ensure procurement policies and procedures do not disadvantage

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A list of students who achieved an ATAR greater than 85*

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Apology ceremony Two local teams are taking part in this year’s Shitbox Rally The couple has purchased a 1992 Mitsubishi Magna which they are hoping will get them through.

The brothers meanwhile are still on the lookout for the perfect car that represents the ocean to ocean trip they are undertaking.

They too have been affected by cancer with their father suffering bowel cancer.

“It really affects everybody, you would be hard pressed to find someone not affected by cancer but it’s what we can do to save those lives and keep those we love close to us,’’ Grant said.

These two local teams are adding an extra challenge, choosing to drive to Perth in their cars before the event begins.

“I’m not nervous about the actual rally but I am nervous that we are adding an extra 4,000kms before we even start,” Kerrie said.

Both teams are looking for sponsors to help them reach their goal or even help with costs.

Visit the Red Centre Legends Tour and Kerrie and Dave 2019 Box Rally Facebook pages to show your support.

Penrith City Council acknowledged the 11th anniversary of the National Apology to Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with a ceremony at the Civic Centre on Wednesday.

Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler said that Apology Day is an important reminder to everyone that we must continue to build on lessons from the past and work together for better outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

“Penrith Council celebrates the importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and the invaluable contribution Penrith’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents make to our City,” Cr Fowler said.

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cheap car usually won’t get you very far, but two local teams are planning on pushing that fact and travelling from Perth to Sydney as part of the Shitbox Rally.

The 10 day rally is the single biggest associate fundraiser for the Cancer Council with 250 pairs participating.

Husband and wife David and Kerrie Crocker along with brothers Grant and Adam Murrell are both taking on the challenge for charity.

The teams each must raise $5000 to qualify to participate along with purchasing a cheap car less than $1000 including the price of registration and repairs.

They then must get the cars to Perth with most teams shipping them over and flying. The fun then begins with the trip back to Sydney over rough roads and plenty of repairs along the way.

Kerrie was introduced to the rally after losing her father six years ago to cancer.

David had also lost his father as a child so they knew it was something they wanted to be involved in.

“Losing my dad at five-years-old meant cancer has always been a part of my story as well so to contribute at this level to cancer research is pretty special,” David said.

Public land formerly housing a Girl Guides hall in St Marys is one step closer to being reclassified from “community” to “operational” to allow for future development.

Currently zoned R4 High Density Residential, 11-13 Chesham Street is vacant and situated within walking distance from St Marys railway station and town centre.

During public exhibition, Council received two submissions, including one raising lack of on- street car parking and traffic in the general locality as a concern.

The site has not been used for community purposes since the Girl Guides vacated the premises in 2008.

The hall, which was in a state of disrepair, was torn down in 2011.

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Finally! Construction gets underway on new school

Government slams Labor for incinerator scaremongering

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Belinda Hill and Shayne Mallard celebrate the start of construction on Monday NICOLA BARTON

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he much - anticipated Jordan Springs primary school is officially underway, with construction commencing on the Cullen Avenue site on Monday.

Liberal Candidate for Londonderry Belinda Hill joined Member of the Legislative Council Shayne Mallard, to signal the next phase of the project.

Mrs Hill said the school will be ready by 2021, with the first enrollment of 600 pupils.

“I am absolutely thrilled to be announcing that construction is officially

underway. I spent the weekend talking to Jordan Springs residents and there was so much excitement among them that this project has started,” she said.

“We have stuck to our commitment to the community, residents are truly excited and they can’t wait to enroll their kids into the school.”

The new school will provide 28 classrooms, a library, school hall and outdoor learning spaces for the local Jordan Springs community.

“The site will have on average 50 workers on it and is overall a $50 million investment from the Berejiklian Government into this community’s education,” Mr Mallard said.

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abor leader Michael Daley has guaranteed no garbage incinerator will be built at Eastern Creek, claiming the Liberals have the power to revive the plan. But Labor’s announcement has been labelled ‘dirty politics’ by the State Government.

The original application for an incinerator, submitted by developers Dial- ADump was rejected back in July 2018.

The decision was made in regard to potential human- health risks including impact on air and water quality.

But now the topic has resurfaced as Mr Daley joined Labor Candidate for Mulgoa Todd Carney last Thursday, slamming the State Government’s planning laws

for allowing the developer to continually re-apply for approval, which they believe leaves the community in constant fear.

Mr Daley said if he is elected Premier the incinerator will not proceed with plans being “killed stone dead”.

Mrs Davies said she was appalled by Labor’s claims.

“The Labor Party are playing politics with people’s lives. Daley is playing dirty politics at the expense of my community,” she said.

“This is blatant scaremongering by an out of touch candidate.”

Minister for Planning Anthony Roberts said Labor’s claims were both outrageous and inaccurate.

“This press release is so out the bounds of reality that I thought I was reading the Betoota Advocate,” he said.

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I have just read your article, and I agree with the residents (What’s in a name, Weekender February 8). The name should definitely be changed to “Waterside”. It may be a small estate but it is one of the most recognisable names in Penrith. I do deliveries for a local restaurant and all the orders we receive are made to Waterside, not Cranebrook, to the point that now we actually put Waterside in brackets next to Cranebrook as the official suburb name.

In your article you’ve mentioned Council’s position that the estate is too small, it’s true but if there was a way they could add the Regatta Centre and the lakes on the other side of Castlereagh Road to make up the minimum suburb size, it would be even more appropriate to be called Waterside.

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What absolute snobbery! Mrs Basford speaks of “misgivings” about living in ‘Cranebrook’ and buying at Waterside because that’s what they were told it would be called. I’ve lived in Cranebrook for 16 years now and have never had any sort of problem or issue. Conversely I have friends who moved into Waterside and have had nothing but problems, crime, theft, arguments, water backing up through the pipes and they all live inches from their neighbours. Cranebrook is a

great community and indeed its shopping village would be regularly used by residents of Waterside as they certainly don’t have their own such facilities. I would suggest that if Waterside remains known as Cranebrook, then perhaps Cranebrook needs a name change to disassociate us from Waterside.

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Child care proposal We wish to support the neighbouring family and other local residents in opposing the DA application for a two-storey child care centre at 68 Cadda Ridge Drive, Caddens (Proposal causes concern, Weekender February 8). When the neighbours initially purchased the block of land almost five years ago there was no expectation of a child care centre being built on a residential block next door. After they have purchased the land, built their house (a year later), landscaped their gardens and established a home for their family where they have been living for three years, a 45-kid, two-storey child care centre is to be built next door.

What happens to their family lifestyle?

What happens to the resale value of their home? But will they be compensated if the DA is approved? Penrith Council must disallow this DA and display common sense and decency to the neighbouring family and local residents.

LOUISE BRISLANE, VIA EMAIL

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The $841,888 facelift will include updated facilities such as smarter borrowing systems, training spaces for community workshops, additional study desks, expanded quiet zones and a new and improved local history research room.

Opened since 1993, Penrith Library has been a hub for students, researchers and bibliophiles and will now be upgraded to maximise the use of space to adapt to the growing community.

The updated facilities in the works have been staged so that the Library will remain open as usual, but during the upgrade there will be changes to how the space looks and the facilities available.

A Council report states that the upgrades will benefit both staff and the community.

“Council is undertaking the Penrith Library Refurbishment Project to provide additional public space and to create a more spacious and conducive working environment for the library staff and members of the public,” the report stated.

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Willmo set to go off air

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enrith could be losing its local radio station.

Vintage FM owner Wayne Willmington is looking to sell the station due to personal reasons and is hoping new local owners will take control.

Since starting on January 1, 2009 the Jamisontown- based station has grown covering Penrith, the Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Blacktown and all the way to Camden and parts of the Southern Highlands with coverage 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The station plays ‘the music you grew up with’, and has a focus on the hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s.

It also has a strong focus on community and supporting local and charity events, something that Mr Willmington is incredibly passionate about and proud of.

“I actually can’t pick a favourite moment,” Mr Willmington said.

“There have been so many highlights over the last 10 years I couldn’t pick just one.”

After announcing plans for the sale on social media, Mr Willmington was approached by several interested parties but is hoping to find the perfect buyer.

Wayne Willmington is preparing to hang up his headphones after 10 years in charge of Vintage FM “It is important to me that someone local takes it on, the best result would be someone local with a real passion for radio,” he said.

“We could sell it to someone in Sydney who would probably close the studios and do a syndicated show meaning Penrith would lose its local radio station.”

But Mr Willmington is determined to keep things locally based.

“I’ve put too much effort into giving everyone a local station so I don’t want to lose that,” he said.

Exploring all his options, Mr Willmington is considering a combined ownership to ensure his vision stays alive.

“Our other option is having less than 10 shareholders, so maybe nine people invest and run it that way so it always stays a local radio station,” he said.

Vintage FM launched following the demise of Kick FM in late 2008. The station has built a strong audience in that time, including online.

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Penrith Council’s free events are the perfect chance to get out of the house and enjoy our beautiful parks and facilities. I encourage you to take advantage of the free programs that we present throughout the year in Penrith.

There’s a lot to enjoy and a lot that may surprise you.

If sport is more your thing then this weekend is also a great opportunity for you to witness two fantastic sporting events right here in our own backyard.

Our two elite water based facilities, the Sydney International Regatta Centre and the Penrith Whitewater Stadium are both hosting major championships featuring athletes of the highest calibre.

Out at the Regatta Centre you can

watch the NSW Rowing Championships that will feature the best school, age and open category rowers in the state competing against each other to be crowned NSW’s best.

At the Penrith Whitewater Stadium this weekend and next, you can watch all the heart pounding action of the 2019 Sydney International Whitewater Festival.

This event features 300 world class athletes from across the globe, including current world and Olympic champions as well as Penrith’s own Jessica Fox, who recently became the most successful female paddler in history.

These events are very exciting to watch so I would encourage you all to try and get down to our fantastic Olympic venues this weekend to watch these world class events.

Like Cinema in the Park these events are also free.

It would be great to see big crowds supporting our local competitors as they compete against some of the best athletes in the world.

Have a great weekend!

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Penrith MP Stuart Ayres is encouraging small businesses to take advantage of funding delivered by the State Government to install CCTV cameras throughout western Sydney.

Worth $5 million, the program will be implemented over four years.

“This is great news and a real step forward in the fight against crime and anti- social behaviour in our community,” Mr Ayres said.

“This will empower our community to make our local streets even safer.”

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the program reinforces that community safety is a top priority and said cameras help act as a crime deterrent.

“More CCTV cameras will increase community confidence and send a strong message to would- be criminals that if you do the wrong thing, you will be caught and punished,” she said.

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The Energy & Water Ombudsman NSW (EWON) will partner with St Vincent de Paul Society to hold Bring Your Bills Days in Penrith.

This new, monthly service will assist residents who are having difficulties with their energy and water accounts and related issues.

“EWON staff will listen to your concerns, review your bills and try to resolve any issues you have – on the spot if possible,” said the Energy & Water Ombudsman, Janine Young “We can also refer you to government agencies and community organisations at the event for support with health, housing, legal or financial problems.”

For more information and dates, visit ewon.com.au/events.

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The NSW Electoral Commission is urgently seeking people to work as election officials on election day.

NSW Electoral Commissioner John Schmidt encouraged people to take up the opportunity to participate in the democratic process.

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Discovering new talent

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estern Sydney emerging artists and bands are being offered a unique opportunity to develop their talents.

Grass Roots Indie Development (GRID) is an artist development program that focuses on providing musicians in outer suburban areas around Australia the opportunities to connect to the music industry, collaborate with other musicians and provide resources, knowledge and network contacts.

GRID founder Ariel Blum saw a common trend while working as a producer in the music industry.

“It became apparent that the artists I was working with would record a song but then feel isolated moving forward not knowing how to continue,” he said.

“GRID in its very early grass roots stages was to fill the gaps for these people.”

The participants who are selected through the application process will be provided a song development session with an artist along with mentoring from people in the business.

They will have the opportunity to record a new single at the end of the program, with a live single launch show and content to help promote their new release.

Antonia Gauci, one of the GRID program producers Mr Blum is encouraging everyone who has a story to tell through song writing to apply and not to look at it as a competition, but a community effort of music collaboration.

“We are trying to find what sounds are

around western Sydney and hopefully support that moving forward,” Mr Blum said.

Applications close on Wednesday, February 20 and are available at www. gridseries.com.au.

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One simple initiative, Running Mums Australia (RMA), is helping local women keep fit and meet new people by connecting one another online to go on walks or runs in the community.

Glenmore Park resident Lisa Dewberry said she never considered herself to be a very fit person. But now she is partaking in tough marathons, which she credits to RMA. “I decided to sign up after a friend persuaded me and soon bought one of their singlets and hats, I kind of feel like once you’ve got that it’s like super powers because you’re a part of this family and whenever you go to events people you don’t even know yell out ‘go mumma!’ or ‘go RMA!’ when you run past,” she said.

“It’s being a part of something really amazing, the Facebook page is there for you to ask any questions and everyone’s so supportive, uplifting and inspiring. I was so shy about it at first but I’ve made so many friends through this and at events also.”

As part of the Facebook page, mothers all over town can post a time and place as to where they’ll be running and encourage others to meet up with them.

“It doesn’t matter if you’re fit and can run a marathon, or if you can hardly walk 5km, no one cares and if you post on the Facebook page you receive a number of responses and, for mums, that may feel isolated after having a baby, that’s huge,” Ms Dewberry said.

“It’s the type of supportive network that you don’t necessarily get in everyday life, we are busy mums so we can sympathise with each other, it’s just really positive and uplifting.”

Ms Dewberry and her family partake in the Nepean River Parkrun almost every Saturday morning, linking up with other RMA families along the way.

So far she has completed three half marathons and will soon lace up her running shoes for western Sydney’s first running festival, Run West.

She encourages other mums to get involved with their families and said that it has changed her life.

To find out more information, visit www.runningmumsaustralia.com.au.

What tips do you have for mums to keep socially active? Send your advice to us at news@westernweekender.com.au.

Glenmore Park’s Lisa Dewberry is part of Running Mums Australia

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“We understand that energy costs are putting pressure on those with fixed incomes and this new policy will ensure that self- funded retirees receive the support they deserve,” NSW Premier Gladys Berejilklian said.

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That’s why the IRT Foundation and the Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to launch Penrith’s first career check-up expo for mature aged locals.

Minister for Ageing and Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies joined Minister for Western Sydney and Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to officially launch the program last week.

The Expo will be held at Penrith Panthers on Wednesday, February 20 thanks to funding from the State Government.

IRT Foundation Manager, Toby Dawson, said the Expo will be a one-stop-shop for people aged over 45 who are looking for advice on career planning, education and training, financial planning and job seeking services.

“If we enable western Sydney’s over 50s to work for longer, the region can benefit

from a large group of older workers who still have much to offer the growing western Sydney economy,” he said.

“This in turn can lead to an improvement in wellbeing, as research clearly shows that flexible and fulfilling work can enhance our quality of life as we age.”

Mrs Davies said that by 2031, one in three people in NSW will be aged 50 or over.

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Mr Ayres said this was a great way to ensure mature workers are given a fair go in the community.

“Older people still have so much to give and bring a wealth of experience into their careers, and the NSW Government is committed to tackling ageist attitudes by working with the business community to remove barriers to continued participation among older workers,” he said.

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Packemin Productions is returning to Parramatta with their new production of the world’s first rock musical, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’.

The show that has wowed audiences for decades tells the last dramatic seven days of Jesus’ life and how he was betrayed based on the gospels.

Director Neil Gooding had an unusual and unique vision to tell it through the eyes of Judas.

“The one thing I think I have done that isn’t usually done is to impose this idea that they meet as boys and be lifelong friends so what you are really watching is the disintegration of a lifelong friendship and two people who suddenly get thrust into ridiculous circumstances,” he said.

These instances include Jesus suddenly being swept up in crowds of 50,000 people and the Roman power wanting him killed. This leaves Judas trying to counsel his friend and give good guidance to make sure they don’t all get slaughtered.

The show has an iconic musical score with hit songs like ‘I Don’t Know How To Love Him’, ‘Everything’s Alright’, ‘Jesus

Christ Superstar’ and ‘Gethsemane.’

They are mastered by a great mix of paid professional cast, community theatre actors and young actors in their foundation years.

“We have an amazing cast. Judas and Jesus are two of the hardest roles to sing in musical theatre so we need people with extraordinary voices,” Neil said.

Toby Francis, who was recently a lead in ‘Kinky Boots’ plays Judas along with Hi- 5’s Joe Kalou playing Jesus and Brittanie Shipway, who was originally from the Blue Mountains, as Mary.

The company has established a benchmark of affordable but large- scale musicals.

“This show is massive. We have it raining on stage, a cross that flies into the roof, an enormous cast and a band of 14,” Neil said.

“This is an epic story and most recent shows are seen in big arenas, but it is not the same as being seated in a 700 seat theatre. The story is almost right on top of you.”

It is an extraordinary and universally known series of events told in a way that guarantees to be a night in the theatre that you will never forget.

‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ is on at Riverside Theatre until Saturday, February 23. Tickets are from $35. To book, visit www.riversideparramatta.com.au.

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A line- up of six talented musicians deliver some of their biggest hits including ‘Never Tear Us Apart’, ‘Original Sin’, ‘Don’t Change’ and ‘Listen Like Thieves’, along with ‘Burn For You’, ‘Need You Tonight’, ‘Pretty Vegas’, ‘I Send A Message’ and ‘Devil Inside’.

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The cast contains respected international musicians who do an amazing job of recreating the music and platinum hits of the 1970s superstars they are paying tribute to. It’s a show not to be missed!

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Vintage Movie Morning – Penrith City Library Free entry, 9.30am 4732 7891 Creedence Show & Women Of Rock – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Never Ending 80s Summer Mix Tape Party – O’Donoghues $30, 7pm 4735 5509 Confetti Disco Band – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Mary’s Karaoke – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 7pm 4721 5764 Sportsmen Supporting Cancer Lunch – Jamison Hotel $90, 10am 4721 5764 Live DJ – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 9pm 9625 5500 Karaoke & DJ – Penrith Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4721 2060 Pool comp – Penrith Hotel $3, 7pm 4721 2060 Flexx Old School Fridays – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 10pm 1800 061 991 No Brakes St Marys Band Club, 9623 1211 Friday, February 15, 8pm, free entry

Lakeside Cinema – Hubertus Country Club Free entry, 8pm 4773 4444 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4734 555 Cinema In The Park – Victoria Park St Marys Free entry, 6pm 1300 736 836 Comedy At Riverside – Riverside Theatre From $25, 8pm 8839 3399 Gabriel Emilia – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 9pm 9625 5500 Mothers Of Rock – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Seniors Expo – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 10am 9677 7777 Jellybean Jam – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 9pm 4736 4466 Think Baby Think 70s & 80s Band – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 8pm 9625 5500

Flexx Old School Fridays – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 10pm 1800 061 991 Big Way Out – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Kings Of Country Rock Tour – The Joan From $55, 8pm 4723 7600 Rockin Mustang St Marys Band Club, 9623 1211 Friday, February 22, 8pm, free entry

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The Shuffle Boys – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Westies Market – Nepean Creative & Performing Arts High School Free entry, 9am markets@thewesties.com.au Seniors Expo – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 10am 9677 7777 Sundays on the Terrace – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 3pm 1800 061 991

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Urban Stone – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Don’t Change INXS Show – Penrith Panthers $32.40, 8pm 1800 061 991

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Kafe Cool – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Digger Revell & Vicky O’Keefe – Penrith Panthers $32.40, 4pm 1800 061 991 60s Chartoppers – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Sundays on the Terrace – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 3pm 1800 061 991 The Ideal Home Exhibition – Penrith Regional Gallery Free entry, Running until March 24 4735 1100 Gig Guide submissions: Send an email to emily@westernweekender.com.au

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Alan Solomon – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Royale With Cheese – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 The Orava Quartet With Greta Bradman – The Joan From $30, 7.30pm 4723 7600 Neon Nights – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4734 5555 Jeremy Gregory – Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 9pm 9625 5500 Brett Green Solo – Penrith Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 2060 Best of You Foofighters Show – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9.30pm 9623 1384

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Ê It hasn’t been around for too long but 10 have axed its 6pm game show ‘Pointless’ due to disastrous ratings. ‘Pointless’ replaced ‘Family Feud’ mid last year however it failed to get audiences excited due to its boring hosts and confusing format.

It’s understood 10 have filmed at least 100 more episodes but it’s unclear whether those remaining episodes will continue to air in the 6pm timeslot or be shifted to one of the network’s digital channels.

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Ê One show rewarded for killing it in the ratings this year is ‘I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here’, with the popular reality show renewed for another season.

This year’s series, which concludes this Sunday, February 17, has been one of the best to date.

Following a longer than usual wait for fans, ‘Home and Away’ finally returns to Channel Seven this Monday, February 18 at 7pm. ‘My Kitchen Rules’ will now move to its usual spot at 7.30pm.

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New 10 variety show ‘Chris and Julia’s Sunday Night Takeaway’ will premiere on Sunday, February 24 at 7.30pm. Based on the UK version, the live 90 minute show sees ‘I’m A Celebrity…’ hosts Julia Morris and Dr Chris Brown joined by Beau Ryan.

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‘On The Basis Of Sex’ is the true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a struggling young lawyer trying to make it in a man’s profession and world.

Felicity Jones stars as the passionate Ginsburg, who is dedicated to changing women’s lives for the better. She takes on a groundbreaking tax case with her attorney husband Martin Ginsburg, played by Armie Hammer, to the US Supreme Court in 1975. Her claim that the law discriminates on the basis of gender could change things forever.

Justin Theroux, Sam Waterston and Kathy Bates also appear in the

film directed by Mimi Leder with a special cameo at the end from the real Ruth Ginsburg, who is currently serving today as Associate Justice of the US Supreme Court.

While the story is a real journey of romance, family and finding your voice it can feel slow at some points.

The legal jargon can take away from the poignant moments and become somewhat confusing.

The movie deals with important and relevant topics but is slightly predictable, so it doesn’t engage you to the full potential throughout.

The cast however give great performances with the last scene ending on a powerful note as the underdogs predictably triumph.

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PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

your horoscopes

Rams are such fiercely independent folk. You pride yourself on being able to do just about everything yourself. But that’s not always such a good idea. This week’s Full Supermoon is in earthy Virgo, which urges you to be more grounded and practical, as you learn to take on less and delegate more. The secret to being successful at the moment is working creatively and collaboratively with others (especially at work).

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

Courtesy of Saturn and Pluto, close relationships will be super intense this week, with plenty of extra responsibilities and domestic duties placed on your bovine shoulders. Bulls can sometimes blunder around being insensitive. But you’ll need to be extra sensitive to the needs of loved ones, otherwise the Full Supermoon could trigger a misunderstanding or an emotional meltdown.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

The Full Supermoon falls in your domestic zone, so get your house in order and tackle jobs with extra Gemini gusto. But if you spread rumours, then you’ll end up in hot water. So your motto is from George Harrison: “Gossip is the Devil’s radio”.

Plus avoid taking shortcuts. A slap-dash attitude will only mean you have to do things twice. With a more methodical approach, you can accomplish tasks and still have time to play.

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JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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Close personal relationships will be extra intense this week and many Crabs will be in cranky and hyper-sensitive mode, as the Full Supermoon stirs up your communication zone. So be super selective about the company you keep, as you’re liable to misread signals and then overreact. You’re also keen to express your ideas via social media as you publish, post, text or tweet.

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

On Monday the Sun activates adventurous Uranus in your aspirations zone.

So your motto is from writer Anais Nin: “Throw your dreams into space like a kite and you do not know what it will bring back. A new life, a new friend, a new love, a new country”. Then the Full Supermoon encourages being hasty with cash and careless with credit. But big impulse buys now could lead to major money problems later on, so shop prudently.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

The professional pressure is on, and family members will also demand a large chunk of your precious time. But if you promise more than you can realistically deliver, then everyone will end up being disappointed. So what’s the best way to keep all the plates spinning and get everything done? Enthusiasm and persuasion are the keys. If you can convince others to come on board and collaborate, then you’ll tick a lot of boxes this week.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

This week the Full Supermoon fires up your sign on Tuesday night. Plus Neptune, Saturn, Jupiter and Pluto all connect with your ruler Mercury. Which boosts your creativity and concentration, but it also cranks up your critical side and revs up your restlessness. Don’t waste your time (and everyone else’s) with endless complaining and ‘woe-is-me’ behaviour.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Have you been brooding on the past, and kicking yourself for romantic or career opportunities that you’ve missed along the way? It’s time to learn from your mistakes as you reactivate your motivation, reboot your mojo and move on to a bright new future. Or have you been worrying about money? Sometime over the next three weeks, Venus will help improve your financial situation.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Your physical, mental and spiritual health requires attention. So spend quality time on your own, as the Full Supermoon illuminates your solitude zone. Activities like reading, meditation, contemplation, yoga, journal writing and walking in nature would all suit. Plus shine a bright spotlight on your physical wellbeing as you give your daily diet and fitness routine some serious tweaking. On Monday, focus on a close relationship.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

This week money matters loom large as the Full Supermoon fires up your finance zones. Plus the Sun sends a welcome confidence boost your way, especially involving a personal project or social media. So be on the look-out for a lucky opportunity when it appears. If you hesitate or procrastinate, then you’ll miss the boat. When it comes to fulfilling your goals and dreams for the future, fortune definitely favours the adventurous!

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22 You have ambitious plans and goals for the future but sometimes you hold yourself back for fear of making a mistake. The Full Supermoon urges you to prioritise, have a practical plan and then put it into practice! And have you been having frustrating problems with a fractious family member? Being bossy and controlling certainly won’t help the situation.

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The Sun, Mercury and Neptune are all meandering through Pisces, which encourages intuitive insights, creativity and compassion … but also plenty of confusion and chaos! Thank goodness this week’s Full Supermoon is in earthy Virgo, which will help you be more grounded, disciplined and discriminating. If you spend too much time in fantasy land, then you’ll miss warning signals.

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Royal Commission hands a huge win to the banks The mortgage broking industry could be in for a tough road ahead...

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

When I pored through the findings from the Royal Commission, my heart sank when I read the recommendations in relation to the mortgage broking industry.

If adopted (which is not guaranteed), the recommendations will wreak havoc on the entire industry and undoubtedly see many small mortgage broking businesses fold.

It is also very bad news for consumers and, in my view, a huge win to the banks.

I strongly believe it is a terrible policy.

The mortgage broking industry has grown over the last 20 years and, overall, this has meant that consumers are better off.

The broking industry has created a fluid market with borrowers far more inclined to move between lenders. This has led to increased competition; banks have created more innovative and flexible products, second tier lenders have found niches in the market and provided loans for those who previously were unable to qualify.

The broking industry has created a much more even playing field between borrower and lender.

Mortgage brokers provide a service to both the banks and the consumers. For

the consumer, the broker provides technical advice based on the individual client’s situation and is able to recommend an appropriate product to suit those needs.

They also act as a broker, sourcing the best available loans on the market. It is not as simple as finding the lowest rate, many other factors determine the best loan for an individual.

Mortgage brokers also perform a service for the banks. They undertake much of the administration burden (this also helps consumers), the most onerous of which is the collection and compilation of financial information. They also act as a sales force for the banks.

Currently, the banks pay for this service.

If a client goes directly to the bank, they pay the same rate as if the mortgage broker introduced the client. There is no hidden cost to the consumer. There is good reason for this; the cost to the bank of attracting and on-boarding a new client is approximately what they pay the mortgage broker.

The recommendation of the Royal Commission is to reverse this model.

Instead of the bank paying for the intermediary role that benefits both bank and borrower, they would like the consumer to pay. I think it is likely that most consumers won’t pay this cost, despite the fact that they are likely to benefit. The size of the broking industry is likely to decrease dramatically.

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Roses are red, violets are blue and God is here to look after you...

We’ve just celebrated Valentine’s Day, and while some people might write off the day as commercial overkill, an opportunity to squeeze more money out of people, it is great to know that we are deeply loved.

It is great to know and understand that someone appreciates us and thinks us special.

To be loved makes us feel valued and significant. To be loved gives us hope, even when life itself might seem to be at its darkest moment. To be loved even helps us overcome our disappointments, our failures – those times when we know that we have not lived the way we should.

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It is possible that we will see most borrowers review their lending arrangements far less regularly, we will see a far less fluid market, and this will lead to less competition and a worse result for most borrowers. There is a clear winner in all of this, and that is the banks.

I’m hoping that whichever party wins the next election, they consider the likely effect of accepting the recommendations in relation to mortgage brokers because, in my view, the recommendation stinks!

The Bible’s New Testament book of John contains perhaps one of the most important verses in the whole Bible, this one verse telling us so much about the love of God. “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.”

Here in these few words is an awesome life changing truth. God, the creator of all things, loved people so much that he sent his unique, precious, one and only Son, Jesus, to come into our world and die for us, so that when we turn to him in trust and faith, committing our lives to him, we will not perish but we will have life, real life, that goes on for all eternity!

Valentine’s Day might have come and gone, but it is never too late to consider and respond to the awesome love God has shown us in Jesus – this true love that changes everything!

See you next week.

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What you may not know about physiotherapy

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We begin a new series of columns from expert physio Kristy Edwards...

Kristy Edwards Physiotherapist at OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

As a physiotherapist for over 10 years I have observed many advances in our profession that has seen it increasingly grow and expand. Over this time there has also been a lot of common misconceptions and questions that we come across daily.

Hopefully this article can clarify these recurrent questions and misunderstandings we come across daily.

You do not need a referral to come and see a physiotherapist There are many conditions and problems that we face whereby seeing our GP is our first port of call. Some conditions may require the help of the doctor to guide further investigations or treat medically but it is not always necessary. When it comes to musculoskeletal injuries, there is often scope for making a physiotherapist your first point of contact. We can assess and treat the injury and can always guide you back to the doctor if further help is needed. So when a patient often asks if they need a doctor’s referral to make an appointment to see us the short answer is no, it is not required.

Physiotherapists alone cannot diminish your symptoms When treating patients, I often wish I

had a magic wand to wave over an ailing body part. Unfortunately, we cannot perform magic. Physiotherapy is successful when the patient and the therapist work together on creating a treatment plan in order to meet the patient’s goals.

Seeking treatment will not always mean you need to cease activity Often a patient will express fear in coming to see a physiotherapist as they are concerned that we will encourage them to stop their activities and exercise.

Whilst some injuries do require some time of rest, more often than not we will encourage you to maintain your function and activities. This may mean modifying them for a short period of time but part of

your recovery will be to remain as active and functional as possible within the limits that your problem will allow you to.

You do not need to be in pain to see a physiotherapist Treating people’s pain whether it be acute or chronic is a large part of what we do, but it isn’t the only thing that we do. We can also help people that may be struggling with functional activities due to weakness or previous surgeries or accidents or help guide people on a path to exercise and be more active.

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Back to school means it’s time to get back in the pool!

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

Did your children go back to school or start school in the past fortnight? Did you know that children who are learning to swim actually may do better at school?

A study conducted by Griffith University suggests that swimming children are not only safer, but smarter. The research conducted over four years has concluded that children who swim demonstrate more advanced cognitive and physical abilities than other children, and indicates that swimming children have many advantages when starting school.

Lead researcher Professor Robyn Jorgensen said: “While we expected the children to show better physical development and perhaps be more confident through swimming, the results in literacy and numeracy really shocked us. The children were anywhere from six to 15 months ahead of the normal population when it came to cognitive skills, problem solving in mathematics, counting, language and following instructions”.

Professor Jorgensen said that as well as achieving physical milestones faster, the swimming children scored significantly better in visual- motor skills such as cutting paper, colouring in and drawing lines and shapes.

She added: “On average, these children

were 11 months ahead of the normal population in Oral Expression, six months ahead in Mathematics Reasoning and two months ahead in Brief Reading.

Most amazing was the difference in Story Recall (17 months ahead) and Understanding Directions (20 months ahead)”.

While on the subject of school, many children (and parents) will this month experience their first school swimming carnival. I remember my school carnival days very fondly, but while they are great fun, remember the water and sun safety basics still apply.

Sunscreen is not optional and needs to be reapplied several times throughout the day. A broad rimmed hat, polo shirt and zinc in their house colour is ideal for further sun protection.

Food, lots of water, a card game or book for the sometimes long waits between age groups and two towels (one to use and one to sit on) are always handy, as is a waterproof bag to bring everything home.

Always follow the instructions of the race official, and only enter the water when instructed to do so. And remember, hair sprayed in house colour/s may look great, but you probably won’t be allowed in the pool!

Encourage your child to take the plunge – a high student participation rate makes for a fun and exciting day for all!

Good luck to all and race well, and if

your children are not yet in swimming lessons, make this your year to start their swimming journey!

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Identifying and controlling diabetes in our dogs

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Diabetes in our furry friends sounds scary, but with the right plan it can be controlled...

Nicole McMillan Practice Manager of Greencross Coreen Avenue

Diabetes mellitus is a common disease in dogs and cats. This disease is most common in animals over six years of age but younger animals can also be affected.

The pancreas is a small organ near the stomach that has two important roles – to produce enzymes necessary for good nutrition and also produces a hormone called insulin, which regulates blood sugar. Diabetes occurs when the cells that produce insulin fail and blood sugar is not adequately regulated in the body.

Why is insulin so important? Glucose is the main energy source and insulin is the key that makes glucose available for energy. Initially, dogs who do not metabolise enough sugar will have an increased appetite and increased thirst. In the later stages, the body starts to metabolise its fat stores and this causes weight loss and makes the animal feel sick.

The early signs of diabetes are frequent urination, drinking lots of water, increased appetite and unexplained weight loss. In the more advanced stages of the disease, animals may develop a loss of appetite, vomiting, dehydration and weakness. These more worrying

signs are a result of fat metabolism in the body that produces a by-product called ketones. These ketones make the blood acidic and make the animal feel very ill.

How is diabetes diagnosed? Diagnosis generally involves blood and urine testing. It is important to do this as other diseases can also cause increased appetite and thirst and need to be ruled out.

Can diabetes be treated in pets? YES! Just like in humans, dietary control and daily injections of insulin can regulate diabetic dogs and cats. Insulin requirements need to be individually tailored for each animal as each has different needs.

Refinements in doses are made after

rechecks and most animals go on to live long and happy lives.

The initial treatment can be challenging as sometimes there are complicating factors such as infections. However, once these are controlled, most animals are stable and happy. It can be daunting to learn how to inject your pet but it is easier than you think and most animals barely notice the tiny needles used to administer the insulin.

It is important to investigate any changes in weight, appetite and thirst in your pet.

If you have any questions, please call the clinic.

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Around 5000 fans are expected to watch the Parramatta versus Canberra trial game tonight in St Marys

Footy’s back at St Marys NATHAN TAYLOR

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t Marys Leagues Stadium will hold its first official NRL trial game tonight when the Parramatta Eels take on the Canberra Raiders.

Kicking off at 7pm, the Eels and Raiders will field relatively strong teams in what will be the first trial game of the 2019 season for either side.

For Parramatta, they’ll be in the local area for both of their pre-season games, with the Blue and Gold due back on

community, with plenty of people talking about it.”

The 80- minute match will be played in 20-minute quarters due to the warm conditions. It’s expected the Raiders and Eels will field sides comprising of young, developing and regular first grade players.

With St Marys Leagues Club next door, Przybyla is hoping the trial match will encourage fans to enjoy the club’s many facilities before and after the clash.

“We took on the game because we think it will be great for the community

Saturday, March 2 when they play Penrith at Panthers Stadium.

Usually reserved for lower grade matches, St Marys Rugby League Manager Adam Przybyla said he’s looking forward to having two popular NRL sides grace the stadium.

“This is the first time we’ve held an NRL trial at St Marys Leagues Stadium,” he told the Weekender.

“There are a lot of Eels fans in western Sydney and we’re expecting a crowd upwards of 5000 people. There’s been strong interest around the game in the

to watch a game of footy and get excited for the footy season ahead,” he said.

“We also wanted to showcase the facilities at the club itself, whether it be for pre-match drinks or dinner after the game.

“All going well we’d love to hold more NRL trials in the future, this will certainly be a good learning curve for us.”

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enrith head coach Michael Wholohan is quietly confident his side can cause an upset when they face hot shots Sydney University in this Sunday’s First Grade Limited-Overs Cup Qualifying Final.

Despite finishing the regular season in seventh place, the Howell Oval-based club are hoping lightning strikes twice when they face their highly fancied opponent.

In 2017, Penrith faced Sydney University in week one of the Finals. The Cats defeated the Students in a relatively close encounter before going on to be crowned Premiers.

Speaking with the Weekender, Wholohan is hoping history repeats itself this Sunday at Sydney University Oval.

“It’s a bit of déjà vu playing Sydney Uni at Sydney Uni, which was the case two years ago when we beat them in a nail biter,” he said.

“We are certainly not overawed by them, they are a very good side but we did beat them in that corresponding game two years ago.

“Although they beat us outright a couple of weeks ago, we are going into the game

quietly confident despite being underdogs.”

Following Penrith’s thrilling win over Hawkesbury at Howell Oval in the 2017 Final, Penrith failed to defend their title last year, missing out on a Finals spot altogether.

With this year’s side boasting some similarities to the Premiership- winning team of two years ago, Wholohan is hoping similar memories also ensue.

“Winning the Final two years ago was one of the highlights in the club’s history, defeating Hawkesbury in front of a couple of thousand people was something all our players and coaching staff will remember forever,” he said.

“It’s always hard to compare the two sides but one similarity is both sides are playing with a lot of confidence. Hopefully this year’s team can have the same success as our predecessors two years ago did.”

Penrith have named a strong team for this Sunday’s clash, with rising talent Cameron Weir the only player in some doubt with a back injury.

“Everyone’s in pretty good shape, although Cameron Weir had a back twinge last weekend but we are hoping he pulls up well for the game,” Wholohan said.

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thletes from all around the world have converged on Penrith for the start of the 2019 Sydney International Whitewater Festival this weekend.

To be held at Penrith Whitewater Stadium, the event will be the largest international whitewater event in the Asia Pacific since the 2000 Olympics.

One local who is training multiple times a week to get ready for two weekends of action is 17- year- old freestyle kayaker Christian Hilounakis.

The Year 11 Xavier College student will be aiming for a spot in Australia’s World Championships team when he competes against his peers in the Junior Men’s event at this weekend’s Nationals, while next weekend he’ll do it all over again when he goes up against countries from Oceania.

Speaking with the Weekender, the Cranebrook teen said he’s in good shape heading into this week’s events.

“I’m out here a few times a week, training as much as I can,” Christian said.

“This weekend’s Nationals is also used

Christian Hilounakis at Penrith Whitewater Stadium this week. Photo: Megan Dunn as our selection for World Championships, which will be held in Spain this July. If I place in the top three, I’ll be on the team for Spain.”

Also known as playboating, freestyle kayaking will see Christian perform vari-

ous technical moves and tricks in one place over a 45-second period.

When the Weekender visited Christian at the stadium on Tuesday afternoon, the precinct was buzzing with athletes from around the world.

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Cummins wins Allan Border Medal Story continued from » p. 64 “As a club we were immensely proud of him anyway but this is just the icing on the cake and something I hope our young blokes take inspiration from.”

Goldsmith recalled first meeting Cummins as a young teenager, and could tell from that moment on that he was a unique talent.

“Pat started in our Green Shield team as a teenager and he was very quick then, you could see that he had something special about him,” he said.

“I was very fortunate to be asked to present him with his first grade cap when he debuted as a 17-yearold. That year he also debuted for NSW, so he had a meteoric rise.”

After a rocky start to his professional career due to injury, Cummins is now at the top of his game and is regarded as one of this country’s finest players.

Cummins has played 20 Tests for Australia and is the fourth bowler in history to win the coveted Allan Border Medal.

Goldsmith said Cummins is the ultimate professional.

“Pat’s fantastic to have when he’s available to play Grade cricket and be around the club,” he said.

“He is without an ego, he fits right in with the boys.”

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On track for great success Switch to Wingless Sprint category is paying off for St Clair driver Bailey Goodwin NATHAN TAYLOR

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ccepting an opportunity from the SWF Racing team to come on board as one of their drivers over the Christmas- New Year period, St Clair teen Bailey Goodwin had never driven a Wingless Sprint but that hasn’t stopped him from impressing in his first three race meetings.

Joining fellow SWF Racing team driver Zac Pacchiarotta, the 18- year- old has certainly hit the ground running with some incredible results, including a maiden feature race win at Valvoline Raceway earlier this month.

While his efforts throughout qualifying had Goodwin sitting eighth in points heading into the 25-lap feature race, a topeight inversion of the grid awarded him pole position.

Getting the jump at the drop of the green flag, Goodwin hit the lead during the opening few laps, before slipping back to third place.

Fortunately he wasn’t there for long.

Fighting back, Goodwin utilised the bottom of the track to make his way back

Kyle Mock, Bailey Goodwin and Daniel Sayre on the Wingless Sprint podium at Sydney’s Valvoline Raceway. Photo: Crashy’s Photos into the lead by lap 10, where he was able to remain through to the chequered flag.

“To come away with our first featurerace win in Wingless Sprints was such a

great feeling for the whole team and also my family,” Goodwin said.

“The opportunity that the SWF Racing team has given me has been amazing and

I’m just trying to do my best for them, so to be rewarded with a win was definitely more than we expected so early on.”

But Goodwin is remaining grounded despite the recent success.

“We’re not getting ahead of ourselves though for the rest of the season. We’re just going to keep doing what we’ve been doing and hopefully we can continue to run at the pointy-end of the field,” he said.

Continuing the legacy of his father Jason, who raced GP Midgets throughout the late ‘80s and into the ‘00s, Goodwin entered the sport via the Speedway Karts, where he spent four years.

His young career was highlighted by victories in multiple NSW Titles and NSW Club Championships across both junior and senior categories.

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ollowing a rough and unlucky couple of months, the Western Sydney Wanderers finally notched up their third win of the season, defeating the Central Coast Mariners 2- 0 in the A- League last weekend.

The Wanderers went winless for 10 straight weeks before coming up against the cellar dwellers last Saturday afternoon at Spotless Stadium.

Western Sydney had not won a game since their victory over the Mariners by the same scoreline back in December, but a lucky strike from Tarek Elrich late in the first half and a tidy second half finish from Jaushua Sotirio ensured a smooth triumph at home.

After publicly criticising his side in the media in recent weeks, Wanderers coach Markus Babbel said he finally got the reaction he was after.

“I’m very happy and proud of the boys because it was a very difficult game,” he said.

“I asked the players [during the week] why they think I criticised them in

The Wanderers celebrate their first victory since early December public… they couldn’t understand why. I told them I wanted to see a reaction and that we can’t give up on the season now.”

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“Because we can’t finish in the top six,

we can’t give up on the season – we have to try and get as many points as possible,” he said.

“For me it’s very important to see a team on the pitch who doesn’t give up because you never know in football, but it’s only up to us to bring that performance on the pitch and to do things right.”

Wanderers goal scorer Tarek Elrich said the win over the Mariners was a long time coming.

“I’m just buzzing to get a win finally after a long time and I’m just happy for the boys with the hard work we’ve been putting in to finally get rewarded,” he said after the game.

There’s still plenty to play for this season despite the Finals being a distant memory.

“For us it’s about salvaging some pride and having some pride in the shirt, and the goal was to win a game,” Elrich said.

“We’ve done that, so now let’s do something we haven’t done all year and that’s win two in a row.”

The Wanderers will travel to the South Australian capital this Saturday night to battle Adelaide United at Coopers Stadium. The match will be live on Fox Sports.

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BASEBALL: Penrith are counting down until the end of the season after another tough weekend, this time against Cronulla in Round 15 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. In the mid-week game, Penrith were forced to forfeit the match giving Cronulla the automatic 9-0 win, while last Sunday Penrith narrowly went down 5-4. The last-placed Panthers will face Macarthur in Round 16.

AFLW: The GWS Giants have lost back to back games to start the season, defeated by newcomers North Melbourne 48-23 last Friday night in Drummoyne. The Giants trailed by only eight points heading into the final break but a couple of quick goals from star ruck Emma King effectively ended the storm affected contest. GWS will return to action tomorrow afternoon when they battle Carlton at Blacktown International Sportspark.

RUGBY LEAGUE: The opening round of the NSWRL Junior Representative season got underway last weekend with

mixed results for Penrith’s SG Ball and Harold Matthews teams. In the SG Ball competition, Penrith were smashed by the Sydney Roosters 42-18, while in the Harold Matthews competition, the Panthers got one back, beating the boys from Bondi 44-16. Penrith’s Tarsha Gale Cup side also got off to a strong start, defeating the Sydney Indigenous Academy 28-10. This Saturday Penrith’s SG Ball and Harold Matthews boys will take on the North Sydney Bears, while the Tarsha Gale girls will face the Canterbury Bulldogs. All matches will be played at Panthers Stadium.

SWIMMING: Local swimmer and long-time Rotarian Peter Genellos completed the Captain Christie Ocean Swim at Gerringong Harbour last month. With the cancellation of this year’s local Bridge to Bridge Swim, the loveable 75-year-old was forced to find a new event to participate in, to raise money for charity Little Wings.

Genellos has raised more than $125,000 for local charities over the years, and once again Little Wings was his charity of choice. Little Wings is a charity dedicated to assisting children with cancer travel to their medical treatments. Even though the swim is done and dusted for another year, Genellos is still raising money towards his goal. Genellos is also very passionate about getting the Bridge to Bridge event reinstated. To donate to Little Wings, email petergenellos@ bigpond.com for more information.

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CRICKET: Penrith are well and truly in control against Mosman during Round 13 of the NSW Premier Cricket competition. Playing in a Two-Day match at Howell Oval, Mosman won the toss and sent Penrith into bat first.

Penrith were on fire before being dismissed for 294. Cameron Weir and Trent Weir both scored half centuries for the home side. Mosman will hit the crease to chase Penrith’s monster total when play resumes this Saturday morning at Howell Oval.

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Pat snares cricket’s top gong NATHAN TAYLOR

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enrith’s Pat Cummins is officially the king of Aussie cricket, winning the prestigious Allan Border Medal at the 2019 Australian Cricket Awards in Melbourne on Monday night.

The 25- year- old, who made his first grade debut with the Penrith Cricket Club in 2010, had a strong summer for Australia and recently achieved his career-best Test ranking.

Collecting 156 votes, Cummins edged out Nathan Lyon (150) and Aaron Finch (146) to claim Australian cricket’s top honour.

“As a kid I absolutely loved playing cricket every minute of the day, so to be able to do it as a career is just incredible,” Cummins said after accepting the gong.

One person who has followed Cummins’ career closely is Penrith Cricket Club President, Paul Goldsmith.

Goldsmith, who has known Cummins since he was 14- years- old, said he was extremely proud of the talented local junior.

“I’m exceptionally proud to see a boy from Penrith go on to win the biggest award in Australian cricket,” he told the Weekender.

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Penrith’s Pat Cummins wins the Allan Border Medal. Photo: Cricket Australia / Getty Images

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