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etrol prices may be at 12 month lows, but you can’t beat not paying for it at all.

A free petrol promotion at St Marys on Wednesday afternoon resulted in traffic

chaos as local residents lined up for hours in a desperate bid to secure free fuel.

Police even had to be called in to handle the traffic drama that surrounded the Metro Petroleum outlet on the Great Western Highway.

The free fuel offer did have a catch – motorists had to pay for the fuel and then download the

Go2 Rewards app on their smart phone to be reimbursed in full for their tank of petrol.

The slight catch clearly didn’t deter the hundreds of motorists who lined up on Wednesday.

In the midst of the chaotic scenes, one woman’s car broke down after, ironically, running out of petrol while waiting in the queue.

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A motorcyclist has somehow escaped serious injury after colliding with a four wheel drive in Erskine Park.

Police, paramedics and the RFS responded to reports of the collision on Erskine Park Road at around 9pm on Monday night.

Upon arrival, services located the rider walking around at the scene and a family of two adults and three children from the four wheel drive out of their vehicle.

Paramedics assessed the rider at the scene who appeared to be uninjured, however he was transported to hospital as a precaution.

All five occupants from the four wheel drive were also uninjured.

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here is a particular time of day that always reminds me of my grandmother, Mary. It’s at around 6pm, and if you walk around the streets you’ll smell the mix of food being cooked in houses as dinner time nears.

Spending most school holidays with Nanna Mary growing up, the amazing smells wafting from the kitchen at around 6pm were an everyday occurrence.

With ‘Wheel of Fortune’ on in the background, her home cooked meals were always a highlight of my holidays.

Last weekend we sadly lost Mary after she eventually succumbed to the dementia battle that had unfortunately dominated the last few years of her life.

Growing up, Nanna Mary was such an important part of my life.

She spoiled her only grandson rotten, whether it be saving me a special piece of crackling from her famous Christmas roast pork, or slipping me $50 on special occasions as if it was some sort of top secret operation.

When I broke my leg by stupidly riding my bicycle into a stopped car when I was about 10-years-old, she visited me at Nepean Hospital virtually every single day of my three month stay.

And that was no easy task, either.

Without a car, she would set out from her home in Bass Hill and via a range of buses and trains, would find her way to Kingswood to spend time with me.

School holiday activities usually involved a trip to the movies, and I found out later that she would take herself to see the movie the week before I arrived, just to make sure it was suitable for my young eyes.

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Her life was far from easy but is a great example of how all of us living normal, day to day lives have a remarkable story lurking in our background.

She was born on Boxing Day 1929, at the beginning of the Great Depression.

When she was a toddler, her father Bernard Mulligan (who was 37 at the time) was almost killed in a freak axe attack at their home in Leichhardt.

The story had significant media coverage at the time and while Bernard, my great grandfather, survived, he was left with life-long disabilities.

There was a bizarre twist to this story that we only discovered a couple of years ago, but that’s a tale for another day.

In 1945, the family was dealt another blow when a hand written telegram delivered the news that Ronald Phillip Mulligan had died while being held as Prisoner of War in Sandakan, Borneo.

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seeing her brother for the final time, boarding a train before heading off to fight in World War II. She always said she felt she’d never see him again, and tragically her feeling was correct; a reality that thousands of families in Australia were forced to confront.

She always spoke so highly and proudly of her brother, and often researched Sandakan and the grim fate that her brother faced there.

His medals now proudly hang in my home office.

She would later go on to marry Frank, and have two children – my father Steve and my uncle Noel (who was born on her 21st birthday – Boxing Day 1950).

Frank passed away in 1977, leaving Mary a young widow and a strongly independent woman.

She lived in her old, fibro home in Bass Hill right up until last year, when the dementia battle simply became too much and she moved here to Penrith.

Sadly, her sister Melita also suffered from dementia, a devastating disease that you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy.

The stories Mary used to tell have been silent and left unsaid for a few years now, and there is very much a sense of relief in her passing, a realisation that she is in a far better place now.

To us Mary was a one-of-a-kind, but all of us who are lucky to have our grandparents still around know how much of a special role they play in the family.

Mary Noelene Dodds may not have been a household name and she may have led a somewhat simple life, but we’ll certainly never forget the impact that she had on all of us.

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Support continues thanks to funding Service providers welcome extended State Government commitment DALE DRINKWATER

amilies can let out a sigh of relief, as 11 local community service providers are given the resources to continue to provide vital support programs for another 18 months. $16 million of State Government funding has been extended until June 30, 2017, to ensure Penrith families, youth and children can continue to access much-needed support.

Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres met with Jane Gold from Penrith Women’s Health Centre on Wednesday to announce the extension of funding for early intervention and intensive programs.

To Ms Gold and the Women’s Health Centre, it means for $203,000, their Staying Home Leaving Violence program can keep hundreds of local families in their own homes, and safely.

“So that’s helping mums and kids to stay in their own home and getting the offender out,” she said.

“We will go into that home and make sure they have a safety action plan, have peep holes or changed locks, sensor lights – just things to make them feel a bit more secure.

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State Penrith MP Stuart Ayres with Jane Gold from Penrith Women’s Health Centre and possibly homeless because of the violence, so that’s really good news.”

Barnardos Australia, Nepean Community and Neighbourhood Services, Wesley Community Services and Fusion Australia to name a few, are also sharing in the $16 million of funding.

Mr Ayres said funding will enable services to address the issues in families that put children at risk of entering the

child protection system.

“We’ve got an amazing group of professionals who work in this sector that do an amazing job, across a multitude of services,” he said.

“Extending funding until mid-2017 will provide certainty for partners that provide important services like case management, parenting programs and domestic violence support.”

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A woman has been charged after she allegedly committed the same offence twice in just over a week.

The 38-year-old, from Cranebrook, was released on bail after she entered a supermarket and allegedly stole $300 worth of meat products on Thursday, January 21.

Just over a week later, on Sunday, January 31, the same woman entered a different supermarket in Jordan Springs and allegedly stole another $107 worth of meat products.

Thanks to footage obtained from CCTV, police were able to investigate the matter and track down the woman.

She was charged with two counts of stealing and also for breaching her bail conditions.

She had her bail refused and was due to appear in Penrith Local Court yesterday, Wednesday, February 3.

A man tried pushing his luck earlier this week after he was stopped for not wearing a seat belt in Cranebrook.

The 50-year-old, from Cranebrook, was stopped on Andrews Road at about 10.45am on Sunday, January 31.

It was discovered that he was driving on a suspended license leading police to issue him with a suspension notice.

They left him to call someone to pick him up.

As police were driving away, the man got back into his car and drove off.

He was subsequently pulled over further down the road and was arrested.

He was granted conditional bail and is due to appear in Penrith Local Court on February 22.

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Investigations are continuing after reports were made that an Australia Post post box was stolen.

At a time between 6pm on Thursday, January 28 and 8am on Friday, January 29, one of the red large post boxes was stolen on 7th Avenue in Llandilo.

Police arrived at the scene to see a large hole in the ground from where the post box was situated.

Anyone with information is urged to come forward.

Penrith: Man charged after making threats against police A man was arrested and charged after he allegedly made inappropriate threats towards Penrith Police Station and Penrith police officers.

The 25-year-old allegedly told a third party about his threats, leading the third party to report it to Penrith Police Station on Friday, January 29.

Police investigated the threats and subsequently the man was arrested, without incident, in Penrith on Monday, February 1.

He was charged with ‘threatening to damage or destroy police property’ and is due to appear in Penrith Local Court today, Thursday, February 4.

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The writing’s on the wall for future generations DALE DRINKWATER

fter they pack pencil cases and cover new books, local parents wave goodbye to their children and say hello to another school year.

Dusting their hands off, it seems preparation is done, but are parents ever really ‘back to school ready’?

Jack Goodman from YourTutor said a whopping 88 per cent of Australian parents struggle to help their high school children with their homework.

“It’s a source for a lot of stress, anxiety and arguments, and it’s really important for parents to find a way to be supportive,” he said.

Mr Goodman said one great way to get help when parents can’t assist is to access free professional online tutoring through Penrith City Library.

“Penrith Library subscribes to YourTutor that connect students for free, all you need is a Penrith City Library card,” he said.

The struggle for primary school students is that according to a recent study commissioned by BIC Australia, only half of them are practicing handwriting at home on a daily basis.

Werrington County Public School Principal, Tracie Duclos, said encouraging

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neat handwriting through a ‘pen licence’ program gets kids practicing proper hand grip and clearer letters.

“Children need to write greater volumes when they get to high school and for assessments and if we don’t develop good writing styles when they’re young, they will get a sore hand. Children are sitting there shaking their hand after writing half a page,” she said.

BIC Australia ambassador, Louise Park, said handwriting improves the muscle memory, fine motor skills and selfconfidence of students in and out of the classroom.

“Handwriting is a critical piece in the literacy and learning puzzle, because when a child writes by hand, memory recall and word and letter recall are proven to be much stronger,” she said.

“The cognitive processes required to write by hand can’t be reproduced in any other way, so it’s important for parents to help foster a love of writing both in and outside of the classroom.”

Ms Park encouraged parents to think of fun and new ways to get kids writing at home, like writing highlights from their weekend, or writing letters to family.

For more help, visit BIC’s website at www.bicbrightfutures.com or YourTutor at www.yourtutor.com.au.

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MEETING DATES Council Meetings 8 February 2016 – 7.30pm (Ordinary Meeting) 15 February 2016 – 7pm (Policy Review Committee)

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#visitpenrith COUNCIL BRIEFS ● This week Penrith hosted the national release of new data highlighting the inequity between the infrastructure and services enjoyed by the established suburbs close to Australia’s capital cities and those in the growth areas on their outskirts.

The research by the National Growth Areas Alliance is the first to put a dollar figure on the backlog in infrastructure spending and shows that 5,000,000 Australians living in fast growing suburbs lack equal access to roads, public transport and health. It suggests that nationally, around $5 billion is needed each year for the next 15 years to ensure those of us living on the outskirts of capital cities have similar access to infrastructure and services as our neighbours living closer to the city centres.

We need your help! For more information and to sign our petition calling for a dedicated infrastructure fund for the fast-growing outer suburbs like Penrith – visit fundourfuture. info, find us on Facebook at FundourFutureAU or Twitter @FundourFutureAU ● Celebrate World Wetlands Day 2016 with breakfast accompanied by bird song at the Nepean River, Penrith’s most important wetland area.

‘Breakfast with the Birds’, hosted by Penrith City Council in conjunction with the Blue Mountains Bird Observers Club, will be held on Saturday, 27 February and Saturday, 5 March at 8am.

A light breakfast will be supplied for participants. Bookings are essential as places are limited, to book call 4732 8055 or email mitchell.nobbs@penrith.city

PUBLIC NOTICE Planning Agreement under Section 93G of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 Council at its meeting of 7 December 2015 endorsed a draft Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) between Penrith City Council and Settlers Estate Pty Ltd for the carrying out and

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delivery of infrastructure and monetary contributions associated with subdivision, earthworks and infrastructure development at Nos. 731–767 Great Western Highway, Werrington which was approved by way of Development Application No. 11/0546 and Development Application No. 14/0994.

Notification Period: 22 January 2016 to 22 February 2016.

Documents on Notification: Voluntary Planning Agreement and Explanatory Note.

Inspection Location: s Penrith Council Civic Centre 601 High Street, Penrith (Monday–Friday: 8.30am–4pm, excluding public holidays) s St Marys Council Offices 207–209 Queen Street, St Marys (Monday–Friday: 8.30am–4pm, excluding public holidays) s Council’s website penrithcity.nsw.gov.au Further information: Gavin Cherry, Principal Planner on 4732 8125.

TENDER Construction of Penrith CBD Drainage Upgrade Reference 15/16-10 Penrith City Council invites Tenders from suitably qualified and experienced contractors for the construction of Penrith CBD Drainage Upgrade.

Pre-Tender Briefing at 1.30pm Wednesday, 17 February 2016.

Visit penrithcity.nsw.gov.au/Our-Council/Tenders/ to register and download tender documents free of charge.

Alternatively a hard copy is available for a non-refundable fee of $75 (inc GST) by arrangement.

For queries please contact Laura Schuil on 4732 8282 or Procurement@penrithcity.nsw.gov.au All submissions should be lodged on the forms provided in accordance with the lodgement instructions contained in the documents no later than 11am Wednesday, 2 March 2016 (‘the Closing Date’).Tenders received after will not be considered.

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Safety in a flash: Roll out of lights completed

Pursuant to Section 101 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 Council’s normal business hours at the Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith.

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apartments), 1 x mixed-use building (ground floor commercial floor space and 63 residential apartments), basement car parking, road construction, drainage works, public open space provision, landscape works, earthworks and tree removal

INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT Penrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council. s Awesome Rubber

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Lot 54 DP 31908 (Nos. 39–45) Vallance Street, St Marys Demolition of 2 x existing structures, construction of a weighbridge and associated car parking and operation of the site as a tyre recycling facility

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The proposal is an Integrated Development. The application seeks approval from the Environment Protection Agency – Protection of the Environment

very school in the state is starting the school year with an extra layer of protection for their students after the completion of the school zone flashing lights program.

NSW Premier Mike Baird, Minister for Roads Duncan Gay and Minister for Education Adrian Piccoli made the announcement late last week that the roll out was now complete and that every school in the state now has at least one school zone sign with flashing lights.

“We’ve met our commitment in full – more than 2,400 school zone flashing lights have been installed since 2011 meaning every eligible school in NSW is now covered,” Mr Baird said.

The roll out to Penrith schools was completed early last year with the potential for more lights to come to the riskiest entrances to schools, with no mention of which schools will be covered yet.

Executive Director for Road Safety, Bernard Carlon, said the program is a huge win for Penrith.

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Operations Act 1997 Sections 43(b), 48 and 55.

The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary office hours, in the period from 8 February 2016 to 22 February 2016.

Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council, in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specified in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA16/0073.

For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Pukar Pradhan on 4732 7726.

Disclosure of Political Donations or Gifts Development Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law,

“Every school in NSW with a school zone, including those in Penrith, is now covered by school zone flashing lights,” he said.

“That’s a huge road safety milestone and a real win for our most vulnerable road users.”

During the peak of the roll out – between May 2015 and September 2015 – the lights were delivered at a record rate of around 150 schools per month.

Road safety experts consulted with schools during the roll out to ensure flashing lights were installed where road safety benefits could be maximised.

The flashing light program is one of the vital road safety programs funded through speed and red light camera fines by the Community Road Safety Fund.

Around 400 schools with multiple busy entrances are expected to receive more flashing lights sometime during 2016.

Every school zone in NSW is marked with high visibility fluorescent signs, dragons teeth and ‘40’ pavement patches so that drivers know they are entering a school zone and need to slow down.

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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Viewing of Development Applications The above development determination/s may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Officers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.

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Police are investigating an assault in St Marys and are appealing for both the offender and victim to come forward.

About 9am on Tuesday, February 2, officers attached to St Marys Local Area Command were called to reports a woman had been assaulted outside a hotel on Queen Street by a man armed with a firearm.

Police attended, however the man and the injured woman had left the scene.

Initial inquiries have led police to believe the injured woman is a 31-yearold local. She was last seen wearing floral pyjamas and pink socks.

As police continue their inquiries, they would like to speak to both the man in the incident, and the injured woman.

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Fowler: Penrith is “paying the price” Long commutes, overloaded roads and trains and increased pressure – it needs to be fixed now DALE DRINKWATER

enrith Council’s push for a rail line linking Narellen, the western Sydney airport, St Marys and Rouse Hill is fuelling a national campaign to develop a dedicated Federal infrastructure fund.

The National Growth Areas Alliance (NGAA) launched ‘Fund our Future’ at The Joan on Monday, to change Government policy to address a $50 billion national roads, rail and health backlog.

NSW NGAA spokesperson and Penrith Deputy Mayor, Ross Fowler, said an infrastructure fund will provide adequate roads, public transport and health in fast growing outer suburbs like Penrith.

“In western Sydney, we are already at breaking point... both Federal and State [Governments] have failed to plan for, fund and build infrastructure in areas like western Sydney,” he said.

“Our community is now paying the price through long commutes, overloaded roads and trains, loss of productivity for business, and most importantly pressure on families.”

Cr Fowler said the Federal Government’s current $3.6 billion Western Sydney Infra-

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“By the time it is completed, these roads will be full of cars, not only with people going to the airport, but people going to work across western Sydney,” he said.

Cr Fowler said efficient and adequate infrastructure like rail will provide easy access to employment areas around the airport and address a jobs shortfall in western Sydney.

Board Member for the Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, Greg Allchin, said population growth in western Sydney has brought a substantial increase in pressure on health facilities.

“At the Nepean Hospital over Christmas our emergency presentations went up to 103 per cent, with people laying on beds in hallways and ambulance bays,” he said.

By 2031, $73 billion of infrastructure in outer growth areas around Australia will be needed to cater for the growing populations – that’s $4.9 billion a year.

A spokesperson for Lindsay MP Fiona Scott said he hoped ‘Fund our Future’ was not just a publicity stunt.

“What they are calling for are things Fiona has been delivering on for years,” the spokesperson said.

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Green light for new look station Work on upgrades to Penrith Station to begin by the middle of 2016 DALE DRINKWATER

ransformational upgrades to the way commuters will access Penrith Station are one step closer.

The planning approval for major upgrades to the station has been received by the State Government, meaning thousands of commuters to and from Penrith are closer to better infrastructure.

Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres announced the upgrades that will improve security and access for all commuters. “The improvements include new lifts and stairs to the platforms, an upgraded station concourse, improved bus, taxi, and kiss and ride areas, and upgrades to lighting and CCTV,� he said.

With an extra one million people expected to be in the Penrith catchment by 2031, Mr Ayres said the upgrades will cater to the community for many years to come. “The upgrade is designed to provide a better customer experience and increase capacity for future growth in the region,� he said. “This upgrade at Penrith Station will make catching public transport a much more attractive option.�

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Penrith Station is just one part of a wider station upgrade program, to deliver modern, safe and accessible transport infrastructure in NSW. Minister for Transport Andrew Constance said western Sydney has been a

major winner in the Government’s Transport Access Program. “Better access to public transport in western Sydney has and will always be a key priority for this government,� he said.

Mr Constance said the Transport Access Program will make life easier for public transport customers using stations in Pendle Hill, Blacktown, Wentworth Falls and Flemington.

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This week in Penrith we hosted the national release of new data proving what we’ve been saying for many years – there’s a huge inequity between the infrastructure and services enjoyed by the established suburbs close to Australia’s capital cities and those in the growth areas on their outskirts.

The research is the first to put a dollar figure on the backlog in infrastructure spending and shows that 5,000,000 Australians living in fast growing suburbs lack equal access to roads, public transport and health.

It suggests that nationally, around $5 billion is needed each year for the next 15 years to ensure those of us on the outskirts of capital cities have similar access to infrastructure and services as our neighbours living closer to the city centres.

Successive governments have failed to fund and build the infrastructure that areas like Penrith need and deserve. Without a significant investment, we risk dividing cities along social and economic lines.

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paign, will call for a dedicated national fund to address the backlog in health, rail and road infrastructure in fastgrowing outer suburbs and futureproof them, as they continue to grow.

Fund our Future is unique in bringing together communities with similar issues from all over the country to demand a change from the top.

Anyone who travels out of Penrith to work, even to other parts of western Sydney, particularly to the north and south, knows this pain only too well – spending hours on congested roads and struggling with infrequent public transport that doesn’t connect.

As part of the campaign, our Council is working with Blacktown and Campbelltown Councils to get a firm commitment to deliver passenger rail connecting the North and South West growth centres before the western Sydney airport opens.

We need your help! Please sign our petition calling for a dedicated infrastructure fund for the fast-growing outer suburbs across Australia like ours, visit www.fundourfuture.info or Twitter @FundourFutureAU.

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The Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) is concerned that the changes will force people back onto already congested roads such as the M4 and the Great Western Highway.

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“Removing these incentives leaves little enticement for regular travellers to make the switch to public transport; in some cases it may result in a return to driving.”

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Social housing reform gets the tick of approval DALE DRINKWATER

$22 billion social housing reform could bring more affordable housing to Penrith.

The NSW Government announced they will partner with community housing providers to build or replace 23,500 social and affordable homes across the state.

Wentworth Community Housing CEO, Stephen McIntyre, welcomed the partnership amid increased housing prices across western Sydney and pressure on social and affordable housing.

“We would expect our area to have a reasonable proportion of the new and replacement housing, which will enable us to directly house more people in our local communities,” he said.

“Of course the increase in house prices and in rent has made the challenge for many people to get into affordable housing so much greater.”

The program also includes transferring management of up to 35 per cent of social housing to community housing providers, that Mr McIntyre said will boost the quality of services.

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In addition to that, he said Wentworth are delighted to see a promised increase in the use of private rental assistance by 60 per cent.

“It will provide more options for households to get assistance in addition to being on the social housing list, it’s a real viable alternative,” he said.

However, while he is delighted the NSW Government has shown leadership, he said it’s important the Australian Government takes similar action.

“The commonwealth has an important role to play, particularly as it controls tax and the welfare system, it also needs to bring forward a clear policy position,” he said.

The 10 year ‘Future Directions in NSW Social Housing’ partnership is expected to ensure better community outcomes at a minimal cost to the taxpayer.

Minister for Social Housing Brad Hazzard said the innovative partnership will put thousands of people in social housing on a better path.

“While some people need social housing in the long term, for others it should be a stepping stone to employment. We will provide opportunities for those people to get training, find a job and move into the private rental market,” he said.

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Australian of the Year Another Australia Day has come and gone and the selection of the ‘Australian of the Year’ is steeped in controversy yet again. It has become painfully obvious to the general public that there seems to be a selection preference for people with an agenda to push, when the emphasis should be on people who have provided meritorious service to the community in such areas as health, medical research, looking after the disabled and homeless, etc. There are enough Australians more deserving of the award who would not use their selection as a platform for their pet agendas. The whole system needs overhauling and there appears to be growing public opinion that the AOTY Award should be scrapped altogether.

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Time for a change I actually find it quite silly that we still have an Australian of the Year. We pit hard working, exceptional Australians against each other in some sort of bizarre ritual where we feel a certain individual needs to be above others. I’m all for a ceremony recognising great Australians each year but I really think we’ve gone beyond having one prized individual.

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The Sydney Morning Herald disclosed WSU’s 2016 admissions figures, that show students with Australian Tertiary Admission Ranks (ATAR) up to 40 points below cut-offs are being allowed into courses.

According to the report, 5136 students with marks below the course cut-offs were offered places into courses such as business, teaching and engineering.

A spokesperson for Education Minister Adrian Piccoli said while universities can take as many students as they wish to enrol, there is a standard for certain courses.

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The Weekender caught the couple walking around Westfield holding hands, and were compelled to ask how they keep their romance alive.

The couple reminisced over their first meeting in Blacktown, an uncanny place to meet when Mrs Dalli lived in Werrington and Mr Dalli lived in Sydenham.

Mrs Dalli said as soon as she walked into a room and saw her future husband, she new she was going to marry him, and Mr Dalli knows why.

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When asked what they do for Valentine’s Day, Mrs Dalli said they like to keep it simple.

“I normally buy him a multi-coloured rose, that has four or five different colours in it, but we love to just sit down and have a nice meal at home with a glass of wine,” she said.

To Mrs Dalli, the fact that they are still together after 45 years is the most romantic thing they could have done.

Renee, Blaxland “My ex-boyfriend set up a little treasure hunt in my house,” she said.

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Shawki, Penrith “I’ve taken her to the UK, I’ve taken her to Canada, to Lebanon. I sort of surprised her with America but she didn’t want to go. We forced her,” he laughed.

“But we go out for dinner three times a week.”

Angela, Jordan Springs “He would buy me jewellery and a nice card, and the card is the one with all the nice words on it. I keep every card,” she said.

“On our fifth wedding anniversary we got remarried on a beautiful beach in Hawaii.

“It wasn’t planned either.”

Penrith RSL Club is calling for applications from young men and women between 17 and 25 years of age to participate in this year’s Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge (KYLC).

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“Last year we sponsored four students to participate in the Kokoda Youth Challenge Trek and this year we are proud to sponsor another four participants,” said Penrith RSL Club CEO, Neel Chand.

“We strongly encourage all interested parties to apply as this truly is a once in a lifetime experience.”

Penrith RSL Club and the Penrith RSL Sub-Branch will sponsor four young Penrith locals to participate in the 2016 trek and will cover the cost of their airfare, accommodation and food expenses.

Nominations for the KYLC scholarship closes on Monday, February 29.

For more details or to obtain a copy of the application form, visit www. penrithrsl.com.au or email kristym@ penrithrsl.com.au.

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Education

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homas Wells, like many other students, has just made the transition from primary school to high school.

But for him, school won’t be the same.

Thomas was born with Biliary Atresia – a rare disease of the liver.

He started school at St Dominic’s College in Kingswood last week with his cousin Noah Kelly by his side.

“It’s a real team effort that the two are putting in together,” Thomas’ mother, Yvette Wells said.

After a liver transplant at nine-monthsold and one at nine-years-old, Thomas was well enough to leave the country last year for a holiday.

Unfortunately he caught a bug on the trip and has now been put back on the transplant list for a third liver after his was damaged from his illness.

That hasn’t stopped his positive attitude towards school, Mrs Wells said.

“It’s a huge milestone to get to high school given where he has been, what he has gone through and what he has overcome,” she said.

“We are so happy and proud of him and his positive outlook – he is really trying to

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get to school every day but it does take a lot of energy to do so.”

Thomas has been to school two days out of four so far, but is determined to keep going, with help from his school along the way.

“The school has been really accommodating in all sorts of ways,” Mrs Wells said.

“They do some check-ins to check that he is coping, both mentally and physically, and have different staff members throughout the day to keep an eye on him.”

Simply getting from point A to point B can be difficult for Thomas.

“Getting around the school can be quite hard for him as it takes a lot of energy, especially after being bed ridden,” Mrs Wells said.

“High school is a big thing for him and meeting new friends will also be a tough challenge just because everything is so exciting but he only has so much energy.”

Thomas is one of the faces of the Transplant Games to be hosted in Penrith in September this year.

His positive and aspiring attitude continues as he hopes to one day go to college in America.

For more information on the games and how to get involved, visit www.australiantransplantgames.com.

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Penrith City Council’s Invest in the New West campaign to upgrade parts of the city centre has received a strong response. Six high quality Expressions of Interest submissions have been made to Council for the Reserve Street site, a 4,337 metre squared site, forming part of the Living Well Precinct. The Living Well Precinct that sits just to the north of Nepean Village in the CBD will be a mixed development site with aged care facilities close to shopping. Council can now move on with the next step of the process, which includes finalising a short list of proponents.

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After the great response to the first site, Council has decided to extend the length of time available for submissions to be made to the second site. The Union Road site has two locations in question, 3,836 metres squared in the east and 15,627 metres squared in the west. Expressions of Interest can now be submitted as one whole or two separate submissions until February 17. Council is looking to work collaboratively with partners to deliver bold and innovative development on these sites and hopes to shortlist proponents by the end of March this year. After shortlisting, a Request for Proposal process can get

underway to expand on successful proponents’ ideas to fit with Council’s vision.

Council has received an application to fit out shop 54 to 55 in Westfield Penrith for a Nando’s. Currently, the shop with frontage on to Riley Street seems to be occupied by Suncorp Bank. The total cost of the works is estimated at $65,000, and Council is yet to determine whether the application will be approved or not.

Adelaide Street in St Marys will see six more two storey units now Council has approved an application for development. The work that costs a whopping $900,000 will be to demolish the existing building on the block, and deliver residential units close to the St Marys CBD. Penrith Council’s first Council meeting of 2016 is an Ordinary Council Meeting on Monday, February 8 at 7.30pm.

The Community Panel is set to deliver its suite of recommendations to Council next Monday. Members spent a combined total of more than 1500 hours on the Panel to come up with their report.

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nclusion and experience is the aim of the game for Thorndale Foundation’s ‘Give it a Go’ Family Fun Day this weekend.

On Saturday, Thorndale Foundation is opening its Rance Road facility in Werrington to the community to promote sporting, recreation and leisure options for people with a disability.

Thorndale’s CEO, Belinda Colombrita said families, carers and people with a disability are all encouraged to attend from 11am until 2pm, and try something new.

“Everyone is welcome to come along, the day is all about having fun and to see what amazing things our community has to offer,” she said.

“The ‘Give it a Go’ Fun Day allows individuals to leisurely look and chat to a range of service providers as well as mainstream community organisations whilst enjoying a fun day out with the family.”

Whether it be sport, an activity, a social group or a new hobby, the community has so much to offer people of all ages and abilities to try new things and have fun.

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nternational charity HOPES Shades is all about spreading a particular message.

In the past six months, the organisation has grown from a startup project into helping people from all walks of life.

By purchasing a pair of your favourite coloured sunglasses, with over 10 to choose from, a portion of your money will be donated to the correlating charity.

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The team work with various charities by supporting causes and research for breast cancer, hunger, water, education, veterans, dogs, trafficking, the environment, aids and whales.

“The great thing about HOPES Shades is that we aren’t just helping charities but also helping people that need it now,” Mr Hillsdon said.

For more information about the organisation, visit www.hopeshades.com.

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The community can take part in drumming at Thorndale’s Family Fun Day on Saturday a petting zoo, the day will have a wide range of fun activities.

The day is mostly free, including a free sausage sizzle, and attendees are just encouraged to bring their own drinks or purchase them on the day.

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Christie Lamb on the red carpet at the Tamworth Country Music Awards JADE ALIPRANDI

estern Sydney University (WSU) graduate Christie Lamb was one of only two women to win an award at the Tamworth Country Music Festival when she was named Best New Talent.

The 23-year-old, who studied a Bachelor of Music at Penrith’s WSU campus, was the only independent artist to win an award on the night.

“I’d been travelling to Tamworth for 10 years to play my songs on the street and see my favourite artists, and to now be sharing the stage with them is an amazing feeling,” Christie said.

Christie studied in Penrith from 2010 to 2012 and also toured during that time.

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“During the last year of my degree I was touring Australia with rock legend Jon English, which forced me to make some sacrifices – I still remember sitting around at parties finishing my assignments on the laptop,” she said.

Christie was lucky enough to accept her award on the night from country music icon Lee Kernaghan.

“I’ve been touring the country with him for the Songs and the Stories Tour so it’s still pretty surreal, but it’s starting to sink in now that I’m back home and the Golden Guitar is sitting on my piano,” she said.

“What an amazing 12 months I have had, and this award just topped it all off and was a dream come true.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported my journey so far.”

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Community

Saturday 13 February 2016 Coachmans Park. Queen St, St Marys GATES OPEN 7pm Plus the launch of “Meet St Marys” Project.

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Supremacy Funerals is family owned and operated by sisters, Donna Hildon and Belinda Erich. Donna and Belinda have been working in the funeral industry locally for many years. Their mother, Yvonne Meehan, owned and operated Lady of Grace Funerals at Emu Plains for twelve years until her retirement in 2013. They are well respected for their caring and compassionate natures as well as their knowledge in the industry. Donna and Belinda, as well as their staff, have good working relationships with local Churches, Clergy and clubs in the community. “We have been serving people of the Lower Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Western Suburbs, Penrith and surrounds including Warragamba, Silverdale, Mulgoa, Glenmore Park and Luddenham for many years”.

Donna and Belinda are very proud of their funeral home. John Price & Son is the oldest business in Penrith having started in 1855 in High Street. The purpose built building on the current site, 44 Station Street, Penrith, was built in 1952 and has been recently fully renovated. It has its own chapel with seating for 200 people complete with large TV screens for Photo Story presentations and is air conditioned.

It has a mortuary so that all mortuary care is done on site. Supremacy Funerals has its own fleet of vehicles so no hire fees are at the cost of the families. Catering for wakes is also an option at very reasonable rates.

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CORNER Free outdoor movie Saturday, February 13

Grab the family and head down to Coachmans Park on Queen Street in St Marys for a free outdoor movie night with a screening of ‘Inside Out’.

There will be a free sausage sizzle and popcorn on hand, with the only requirement being to bring your own chairs.

It will be held on Saturday, February 13 from 7pm. For more info, call 0421 278 656.

Cancer Support Group Monday, February 15

The Nepean/Blue Mountains Prostate Cancer Support Group Inc. will meet on Monday, February 15.

The meetings are held to provide information to men, their partners and families who may have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, or who have been through treatment for the disease.

Held on the third Monday of each month, the meeting will start at 6.30pm and run until 8.30pm in Lecture Room 1, in the Learning and Development Unit, SWAHS 2 Building at Nepean Hospital.

For more information, call 1300 133 878.

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COMMUNITY

Netball opportunity Schools Cup Local Days

First National Real Estate Stanton and Taylor have announced they will be sponsoring the 2016 Netball NSW Schools Cup and are calling on local schools to sign up.

School teams will compete in round robin carnivals in the local area called ‘Schools Cup Local Days’ from March until August with winners from each local area progressing to a regional final to be held at Netball Central at Sydney Olympic Park.

Students from Years 5, 6, 7 and 8 from all schools are welcome to sign up.

For more info, visit nsw.netball.com.au/ competitions/schools-cup/2016-netballnsw-schools-cup-sydney-metropolitan.

Starliners Dinner Show Saturday, February 20

The Starliners Dinner Show will be held at Evan Theatre on Saturday, February 20.

Focusing on the magical period of the 60s, the show will be a tribute to the girls of the golden age of rock. Tickets are $15.

Visit www.penrith.panthers.com.au.

Our community really does care

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Free history talk Saturday, February 6

Local historian Lorraine Stacker will be giving a free talk on Saturday.

Titled ‘Poisonous Women: The trials and tribulations of women who kill’, the talk will start at 1.30pm.

All community members are welcome at Old Emu Plains School Hall in Lawson Street, Emu Plains.

For more information, call 4735 2798.

It’s onwards and upwards for Our Community Cares in 2016, starting with a large donation to the Nepean Cancer Care Unit.

The charity has recently received a donation of $1000 from the Lions Club of Emu Plains from the sale of Christmas trees.

Now the team are calling on businesses in and out of the area to assist in funding 11 specially made recliners for the Nepean Cancer Care Unit, to help patients who are receiving their treatment.

For businesses that can raise $7000 for a chair, the team at Our Community Cares will have a plaque added to the chair with the business’ details on it with the same to be done for those who raise $3500, but they will share the spot.

Our Community Cares will be purchasing the first chair on behalf of the Penrith community from funds raised. Email ourcommunitycares4penrith@live.com.

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hat is it that keeps you running your own business and working for yourself?

Are there times when you wonder what you are doing and whether you’ve made the right choice?

Many of my reasons for running my business is the flexibility it gives me.

I can work around family commitments (and my favourite classes at the gym!), and I can take holidays when they suit me.

But of course, we all know the flipside of those same advantages.

At times, being flexible can also mean working nights and weekends to make up for those ‘lost’ hours.

Taking holidays ‘whenever I want’ is only true to a degree: if I am consistently unavailable to my clients or take so much time off that I am unable to complete jobs, I will lose clients.

Honestly, the only thing I have to do if I ever get overwhelmed with work is to imagine working for someone else again, and it quickly snaps me back!

I love being responsible for all the decisions (well, most of the time!) and

being able to choose the direction and the type of work I do is a great privilege for me.

But some of you might read that and find yourself missing the security of a regular pay cheque. Or yearning for the time when you didn’t have ultimate responsibility for every decision. And that is completely OK! Running a business doesn’t suit every personality and it also doesn’t suit every season in life.

There are times when working for someone else is a really great decision, and other times, that passion that got you in to your business in the first place might call you back.

Whatever you decide, the important thing is to be decisive!

Don’t keep going in a direction that you know is not right for you.

As this Chinese proverb says: “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now”.

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K12 also delivers preparation classes for NAPLAN, Opportunity Class, Selective tests, Olympiads, ICAS tests and more. Recently, K12 Academy were accredited by the Australian Mathematics Trust, which will allow them to get their students to participate in Maths, Science and Technology competitions at national and international level. The competitions include Maths Olympiad, Informatics Olympiad, CAT and AMC. Tutoring provides your child with the opportunity to identify the gaps in their knowledge; they can ask questions and receive help on topics they haven’t been able to understand well before.

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HISTORY

Turning back Time

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One year ago...

The McCarthy Lane Cemetery in 1990. Photo: Penrith Lakes Development Corporation

A hidden part of our history

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ncompassed by the expansive and rapidly changing Penrith Lakes, one tiny little memory of Penrith’s past still remains.

Overgrown and standing alone, the McCarthy Lane Cemetery at the end of McCarthy Lane in Castlereagh has been closed off to the community for years.

The only access available for family members of the deceased is to schedule in advance to be let through the locked gates.

Not associated with a particular church

building, the 210-year-old cemetery changed from a private burial ground to the oldest Roman Catholic cemetery in NSW. In 1806, early settlers James and Mary McCarthy buried their daughter Elizabeth at the site, which was then the southern end of their Cranebrook property.

In 1835 it was consecrated by Bishop Bede Poling and then became a cemetery for many more Catholics in the community.

It was at a time when Catholicism was not officially recognised in the colony, and thus the McCarthy cemetery was one of the first Catholic cemeteries in Australia.

According to Penrith Lakes Corporation, the McCarthy Lane Cemetery is a rare example of a highly intact rural community cemetery.

Due to its association with early settlers and despite being located in the middle of a major project by the State Government (Penrith Lakes Scheme), the McCarthy Lane Cemetery is still of local significance.

It has an ongoing connection with the community and the families who continue to visit the grave of their relatives, and will for years to come.

No matter what happens around it, this important part of history will remain.

Remember when...

Does anyone remember this view from the Log Cabin? Taken in 1988, you can see the beautiful setting of the river front accommodation adjacent to one of Penrith’s most popular local hangouts.

If you have any photos of Penrith you would like to share with us, email dale. drinkwater@westernweekender.com.au.

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Just weeks before last year’s State Election, the Weekender’s February 6 issue shed light on the likelihood that Penrith will be the next home of a major new sports stadium.

The pipe dream was for a 35,000 seat venue to be the new home for the Penrith Panthers and be open to facilitate other sporting franchises.

Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres, who was re-running for the seat in the election in March, said their Infrastructure Strategy highlighted the needs for stadiums in the east, centre and west.

“We are working through that, and most importantly for the first time in a very long time, we have the funds to deliver it,” he said.

Allianz Stadium was chosen to see an upgrade, and Parramatta had to battle it out with ANZ, leaving little competition for Penrith’s Stadium as the outer western option.

“We’re very hopeful and still reasonably confident that Penrith will be the location,” Mr Ayres said.

Since, a decision has been made to upgrade Allianz Stadium and Pirtek Stadium with an upgrade for an outer western Sydney stadium a possibility in the distant future.

Also, the Wanderers were in town to play their first ever A-League match at Pepper Stadium.

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Indoor skydiving

One of the coolest things you can do in Penrith has to be indoor skydiving.

Opened in 2014 and located at the Panthers Leagues Club Complex, iFly Indoor Skydiving is where you simply lean forward inside a giant glass tunnel into a column of air and float effortlessly into flight guided by qualified instructors. iFly is all the best bits of skydiving without jumping out of a plane. Check it out today! For more information, visit downunder. iflyworld.com.

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Unreal Mini Golf How’s your putting skills?

Unreal Mini Golf is Penrith’s ultimate putt putt golf indoor venue. Head down and compete with friends and experience mini golf like never before. With six Hollywoodstyle themes including jungle safari, mad labs, ancient Egypt, pirate ship and a spooky cemetery, Unreal Mini Golf is the most fun you can have indoors. Located in Batt Street, Unreal Mini Golf is also the local home of Dippin’ Dots ice cream! For more information on Unreal Mini Golf, visit www. unrealminigolf.com.au.

Cables Wake Park Get out on the water

Located within the Panthers Leagues Club Complex, Cables Wake Park encompasses a huge range of activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Complete with two main cable lakes, people of all abilities can waterski, wakeboard or kneeboard.

For younger kids, there’s a great playground area as well as an Aqua Park, which consists of a series of inflatable slides, trampolines and obstacles. For more information, www.cableswakepark.com.au.

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Luddenham Raceway Race against your friends

Luddenham Raceway is Sydney’s newest purpose built outdoor recreational and motorsport facility.

Featuring two outdoor tracks, Luddenham Raceway offers go karting for the entire family. Luddenham Raceway also hosts birthday parties, bucks parties and other corporate or group events. If you have the need for speed, Luddenham Raceway is the place to be. For information, check out www.luddenhamraceway.com.

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The Rock Lookout A great, free way to relax

The Rock Lookout area is situated within the historic Mulgoa Valley, only minutes from the bustling Penrith CBD. A short track of a few hundred metres leads to ‘The Rock’ with superb views of the Nepean River. Access throughout this section of Blue Mountains National Park is by foot from the carpark at the end of Fairlight Road.

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Londonderry: Prue Car Shop 12, 82 Victoria Street, Werrington NSW 2747 Telephone: 9833 1122; Fax: 9623 1185 Email: londonderry@parliament.nsw. gov.au

Fiona Scott 331 High Street, Penrith NSW 2750 Postal address: PO Box 712, Penrith NSW 2750 Telephone: 4731 3700; Fax: 4732 1812

STATE Penrith: Stuart Ayres Shop 23, Ground Floor, Penrith Centre, 510-534 High Street, Penrith NSW 2750 Telephone: 4722 8660; Fax: 4731 4782 Email: penrith@parliament.nsw.gov.au

Mulgoa: Tanya Davies Shop 43, St Clair Shopping Centre 155 Bennett Road, St Clair Postal address: PO Box 316, St Clair NSW 2759 Telephone: 9834 2966 Fax: 9834 6291 Email: mulgoa@parliament.nsw.gov.au

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ENTERTAINMENT PENRITH’S BIGGEST AND BEST LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

Search is far from over KATE REID

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There was no sex, no drugs and a bit of rock ‘n’ roll.”

That’s the way Frank Allen from The Searchers describes his time in the whirlwind that was the music scene in England in the 1960s.

Performing alongside bands like The Beatles it was a defining period for music, but Frank explains that while the band enjoyed commercial success they didn’t really indulge in many of the usual rock star clichés.

“We were not the people to take advantage in any unfortunate kind of way, we weren’t the Rolling Stones or people like that,” he said.

“We were more like Mother Theresa, we were the goody goodies of the whole thing. We lived very proper, quiet lives, really.”

Though their private lives may have been quiet, their professional lives were anything but.

The Searchers emerged from the 1960s Liverpool scene along with contemporaries The Beatles, The Hollies and Gerry and The Pacemakers.

When Frank joined The Searchers – who he had met earlier while a member of another successful Liverpool band – in 1964, they already had three number one hits.

“My accidental friends were now international superstars, it was amazing,” he said.

“Suddenly joining a band who were known all over the world and almost immediately going off to America to play with people like Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, The Temptations and people like that, was just the most incredible thing.”

While we now look back on the 60s as one of the most defining eras in music history, the future impact of this period wasn’t apparent at the time to a band whose members were still in their late teens and early twenties.

“I don’t think we were quite mature enough to realise how important it was,” Frank said.

“We were all taken aback by the speed with which everything took off.

“This is all down to The Beatles, they created such havoc in the music industry that suddenly anyone in a band had the chance to have a recording contract.”

It’s been more than 50 years since the band formed and The Searchers are still

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touring regularly, including an upcoming Australian tour.

While it would be easy to take the cynical view that it’s all about the money, Frank says he lives a comfortable life and no longer relies on the financial side of what he does.

Instead he explains that the continued touring comes down to three things: still having an audience who want to see them perform, being healthy enough to

tour and the most important reason of all: passion.

“The main thing is you’ve got to enjoy what you do and we love what we do, it’s great,” he said.

“If we stopped enjoying it that would be a good reason to stop.”

The Searchers will be performing at the Rooty Hill RSL on Saturday, March 5 at 8pm. Tickets are $25. For more information, visit www.rootyhillrsl.com.au.

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ew Zealand psychic medium Sue Nicholson will be heading to Penrith RSL next month with her show ‘Answers From The Other Side’.

Sue has become a household name in New Zealand after appearing on the hit TV show ‘Sensing Murder’ where she helped re-examine unsolved murder cases.

She also regularly appears on the New Zealand breakfast show ‘Good Morning’ and published her biography A Call From The Other Side in 2007.

Discovering her gift for communicating with the spirit world when she was a young child, Sue has worked as a full time psychic medium for the last 25 years, gaining a strong and passionate fan base along the way.

Sue classes herself as a clairaudient, clairsentient and clairvoyant which

means she hears, feels and sees spirits.

Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer this is sure to be an interesting show which promises to be an emotional rollercoaster, offering laughter, sadness and joy.

Sue Nicholson will be presenting her show, ‘Answers From The Other Side’ at Penrith RSL on Friday, March 11 at 7.30pm. Tickets are $57-$65. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.suenicholson.co.nz.

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o celebrate the eve of the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade, The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre will be showcasing their annual Mini Gras event on Friday, March 4.

The Mini Gras was set up to bring a taste of the festival to Penrith, helping to celebrate the local LGBTQI community and their allies.

The evening will feature two new works: ‘Project: Whisper’ and ‘Business Unfinished’.

Directed by theatre maker Felicity Nichol, ‘Project: Whisper’ is a collaborative work that will involve young people from the greater western Sydney LGBTQI community, in partnership with Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District.

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A little bit of Mardi Gras fun in Penrith and will give young people the opportunity to have their stories heard.

The second work is ‘Business Unfinished’ by Tom Christophersen, a Sydney based Queer theatre maker and visual artist.

It will feature a collection of performed and pre-recorded, verbatim audio interviews with Australians who have experienced paranormal activity.

So get on board and support our local LGBTQI community by heading along for this amazing night of theatre.

The Mardi Gras is now more than just a parade, with events being held right across Sydney as part of the 2016 Mardi Gras Festival.

Mini Gras 2016 will be on at The Joan on Friday, March 4 with ‘Project: Whisper’ on at 6.30pm and ‘Business Unfinished’ on at 8pm. Tickets to ‘Project: Whisper’ are $10 and tickets to ‘Business Unfinished’ are $22-$26. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.thejoan. com.au or call 4723 7600.

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This dangerous killing machine has unprecedented speed, strength, intelligence and stamina, and is the result of decades of research and fine tuning through the development process of his 46 predecessors.

His latest target is a corporation set on taking over the world with an army of engineered killers that will surpass Agent 47’s skills.

To save the world Agent 47 must team up with a young woman who may know the secret to defeating these powerful enemies.

Taking on the lead role is Rupert Friend, who is best known for his roles in ‘Pride and Prejudice’, ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas’ and the TV drama ‘Homeland’.

‘Hitman: Agent 47’ is available in store and online now – go grab it!

The Weekender has five ‘Hitman: Agent 47’ DVDs to give away. For your chance to win one, email the code word ‘HITMAN’ to competitions@westernweekender. com.au with your name and contact details. Entries close Wednesday, February 10. Authorised under NSW Permit Number LTPM/16/00054. Terms and conditions at www. westernweekender.com.au or from Western Weekender reception.

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The deal means newlycreated Showtime titles such as ‘Twin Peaks’ will be exclusively available on Stan.

Also existing Showtime titles with other streaming services will migrate to Stan when current deals expire.

Stan currently has 700,000 subscribers in Australia.

Monday, February 15 on UKTV. The broadcast will kick off with a half hour red carpet special followed by the awards ceremony.

Ê Short-lived US sitcom ‘The McCarthys’ will premiere on ONE on Tuesday, February 16 at 9pm. The series revolves around a basketball coach who takes on his gay son to be his new assistant. ‘The McCarthys’ only lasted 15 episodes, and was not renewed for a second season.

Ê Nine Digital platform 9Now, which will replace 9jump-in, has been quietly released ahead of a formal network announcement.

The digital service will offer live streaming of all Nine channels plus Catch-Up video on phone, tablet, computer or TV, including Apple iPhones, iPods and iPads, Android phones and tablets.

However, unlike Plus7 and tenplay, it requires member registration. 9Now is coming soon to Chromecast, LG TV, Apple TV 4, Sony TV, Samsung TV, Xbox One, Sony Playstation 3 and 4.

Ê It looks like we’ll be seeing more of ‘Lip Sync Battle’ on Nine after it was renewed for another season in the US. The series, based on a ‘Tonight Show’ sketch, ranks as the most-watched show in the history of Spike TV in America. The new season will film later this year.

Ê Fox has cast ‘Straight Outta Compton’ actor Corey Hawkins for the lead role in ‘24: Legacy’, the pilot reboot of ‘24’. Hawkins, who stars as Dr Dre in the 2015 hip hop film, will play Eric Carter, the central character replacing Kiefer Sutherland’s Jack Bauer.

Ê For the 10th straight year, the historic Royal Opera House in Covent Garden will play host to the BAFTA Film Awards. Hosted

by Stephen Fry, the BAFTA’s will screen at 8.30pm on

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eaven will be a place in Rooty Hill when Belinda Carlisle hits the Rooty Hill RSL stage this

month.

The American singer/songwriter originally came to fame as the lead singer of girl group The Go-Go’s, one of the most successful all-female groups in history.

The band had hits including ‘Our Lips Are Sealed’ and ‘We Got The Beat’.

Doing what very few artists have managed to do, Belinda went on to have her own successful solo career which has spawned tracks such as ‘I Get Weak’,

‘Leave A Light On’ and ‘Heaven Is A Place On Earth’.

The concert coming up at Rooty Hill RSL will feature all of her most loved hits from the last three decades in the industry.

Joining Belinda for her Australian tour will be iconic 80s band Pseudo Echo who made it into the Australian top 20 with great tracks like ‘Listening’, ‘A Beat For You’ and their cover of ‘Funky Town’.

Belinda Carlisle will be performing at Rooty Hill RSL on Friday, February 26 at 8pm. Tickets are $69. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www. rootyhillrsl.com.au or call 9677 4916.

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EDITED BY Kate Reid To submit a gig, email the details to kate.reid@westernweekender.com.au or call us on 4722 2998

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5 B.J’s Karaoke Venue: Penrith Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4721 2060 Acoustic Soloist Venue: Red Cow Free entry, 4.30pm 4721 5666 Social Darts Venue: St Marys Band Club $3, 7pm 9623 1211 Sips & Sounds Venue: Penrith Regional Gallery Free entry, 4pm 4735 1100 Lennon: Looking Through A Glass Onion Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $45, 8pm 9677 4916 The Frocks Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Funkstar Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Release The Hounds Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396 Radiators Venue: Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Evie Dean Venue: Zest Grill at Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 5.30pm 9625 5500 Rose Carleo Venue: Oriental Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4751 4488

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6 Laurie Bennett Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Live Entertainment Venue: Club Paceway

Free entry, 6.30pm 4721 2375 Divas of Motown & Soul Venue: Evan Theatre $26.60, 8pm 4720 5555 Abbalanche 2016 Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $15-$22, 8pm 9677 4916 Confetti Disco Band Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Jellybean Jam Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Cath & Him Venue: Wallacia Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4773 8888 Forever Young Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $20-$25, 8pm 9830 0600 The Wiggles – The Emma Tour Venue: Blacktown Workers Club $19.95, 10.30am 9830 0600 Sarah Paton Venue: Menu 33 at Rooty Hill RSL Free entry, 6.30pm 9625 5500 Binalong Road Venue: Fitzroy Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4577 3396

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 Chris Connolly Venue: St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Jed Zarb Venue: Jamison Hotel Free entry, 1pm 4721 5764 The Shuffle Boys Venue: Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200

LENNON: LOOKING THROUGH A GLASS ONION ROOTY HILL RSL , 8PM, $45 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5

Stephanie Lea Venue: Terrace Bar at Panthers Free entry, 3.30pm 1800 061 991 Karaoke

Venue: St Marys Band Club Free entry, 6pm 9623 1211 Bananarama Venue: Rooty Hill RSL $67-$69, 8pm

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Rated MA // KATE REID When you think crude comedy flick Robert De Niro is not exactly the first name that comes to mind.

Starring alongside hot guy of the moment Zac Efron, De Niro fans will see the Academy Award winning actor in a whole new light with the new comedy flick ‘Dirty Grandpa’.

The story revolves around the uptight young lawyer Jason Kelly (Zac Efron) who is about to marry his boss’ daughter, Meredith (Julianne Hough), a move that will help him progress his career within the law firm.

But all that is put in jeopardy when his foul-mouthed grandfather Dick (Robert De Niro) tricks Jason into taking him to spring break in Daytona.

There’s been enough of these sort of road-trip-gone-wrong flicks for audiences to know what happens next.

The pair find themselves dealing with frat parties, bar fights, karaoke and plenty of awkward situations.

It might not be everybody’s cup of tea but if you love comedy flicks, and are not easily offended, then ‘Dirty Grandpa’ might be the movie for you.

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PS4 & XBox One // KATE REID Racing fans have a new game to add to their collection with the release of ‘Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo’.

Named after the French professional rally and race driver, ‘Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo’ is an off-road racing game that will give gamers the chance to drive some of the best rally cars through the most exhilarating rallies in the world.

The game was created in collaboration with Sebastien and features around 300 kilometres of tracks, eight different rallies, five rally cross tracks, 10 different game modes and more than 50 car models from over 20 car manufacturers.

‘Sebastien Loeb Rally Evo’ also features a reproduction of the most heart-stopping hill climb in the world: Pikes Peak.

This is a must for any gamer who loves their racing fast and dirty.

The game has been released on PS4, XBox One and PC and has received mostly positive reviews so far.

Released on January 29, the game is expected to do well in Australia, especially with lovers of racing games.

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Rated M // JADE ALIPRANDI Comedic and light-hearted, ‘The Intern’ is exactly what you would expect it to be and that little bit more.

When Ben (Robert De Niro) is unsatisfied with retirement, he seizes the opportunity to take up a senior internship role at an ever-growing online fashion company run by Jules (Anne Hathaway).

Ben proves throughout the film how the older generation is still relevant to the working world while Jules points him in the right direction along the way, slowly immersing him into the fastpaced culture of today.

Hathaway and De Niro bounce off each other in a way some might think would never be possible.

Their chemistry is undeniable.

It was refreshing to see De Niro in a role that’s somewhat different from what he has done previously.

His character was calm, well-mannered and the perfect gentleman which was nice to see.

Hathaway played her part perfectly and pulled off the over-the-top yet mellow CEO and founder of a hip online fashion company to a tee.

It does feel like a somewhat ‘fluffy’

film because it so light-hearted but one that is very enjoyable to watch.

Suitable for all ages, the film tugs at the heart strings as you see the relationship between Jules and Ben develop into a strong friendship.

The story is perfectly portrayed and

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He became known to Australians as ‘the weeping bull’.

Taken from a farm in Western Australia to the back streets of Mauritius, he was violently dragged, bound and killed 7,000km from home. His face is a shameful symbol of an industry that has cruelty at its heart.

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WINE LIST

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Watch out for this one!

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ut your money on it, a variety to watch in this country in the not-too-distant future is Vermentino, a hugely popular drop in Europe where it’s somewhat bizarrely known under 41 different synonyms – including Favorita de Conegliano, that for probably good reason for those who fight them in the field, translates to “the rabbit’s favourite”.

And interestingly in some regions of Europe, it’s proving the first wine in years capable of knocking Sauvignon Blanc off its perch.

The principal white grape of Sardinia and Corsica, Vermentino has only been grown in this country with any real intent since around the year 2000, which is a bit strange because it’s a variety that can handle the extreme heat of some of our hottest vineyard regions with ease.

In the largest of these, the NSW Riverina, Calabria Family Wines at Griffith has just released a 2015 Private Bin Vermentino that’s all about delightful lemongrass and lime zest, and a palate of green apple, lime and almond, and a racy acidity.

At an enticing $15, this is a great drop to serve chilled with bruschetta, tomato, basil and red onion, or with seafoods such as crab linguine with chilli and parsley.

One to note: From the high altitude, cold climate of Orange in NSW’s Central West, winemaker Peter Logan has released a ripper 2015 Weemala Pinot Noir you’ll find an absolute joy with a good summertime’s cheese platter.

The result of mild, sunny and dry weather that characterised the 2015 vintage, this is one of those wonderfully food-friendly wines that you’ll find that as well as with the cheese platter, with its delicate, light-bodied elegance it will also make for a great match with rich game and meat dishes.

At $19.95, beaut value with either choice.

Another one to note: A 2015 Margan Family Winemakers’ Chardonnay is a triple whammee from winemaker Andrew Margan.

And that’s because it’s made from fruit off lowyielding 40-year-old vines, those vines thrive in the renowned volcanic soils of the Hunter Valley’s Broke Fordwich, and this great drop’s just $20 a bottle.

Creamy textured with nutty oak aromas and a natural acid finish, this is a drop with all the attractions of the best of Chardonnays – and don’t let us hear you say “Not another Chardonnay” – with an unusual mandarin after-taste.

Enjoy this versatile drop with a variety of summery dining ideas… crab cakes and salad, good old roast chicken or a creamy chicken pie, or a Caesar salad.

Are you a wine drinker? We’d love to hear about your favourite wine. Drop us a line via email at news@westernweekender.com.au or call us on 4722 2998. You can also contact us via post by writing to Suite 2, 42-44 Abel Street, Jamisontown NSW 2750.

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LIFE & STYLE PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF EXPERTS ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

The New Moon and Uranus bring out your independent side, which can express itself as selfishness. By all means do your own thing, but don’t neglect the needs of others. Attached Aries – do something wildly romantic with your partner on Valentine’s Day, as you strive to bring more adventure and excitement into the relationship. Love at first sight is likely for some single Rams. But is it really long-term love, or just a flirtatious fling?

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TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

How’s your career? Are you overdue for a pay rise? Is it time to look for a better job?

This week the challenge is to make work a pleasure, rather than a chore. Wednesday is a wonderful day to enjoy connecting with foreign friends via email, Skype and social networking. And make sure you put in a major effort this Valentine’s Day. “Love doesn’t just sit there, like a stone. It has to be made like bread, remade all the time, made new” [Ursula Le Guin].

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

You’re at your curious best, as the New Moon stimulates your brain so you’re eager to learn something new via travel, study, reading or research. You prefer love to be all fun and frivolity, with no heavy demands. But it’s certainly not working out that way at the moment. With Saturn sauntering through your relationship zone, your quote is from William Barclay, “Love always involves responsibility, and love always involves sacrifice.”

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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Relationships are put under the microscope, as you work on deepening the connection between you and loved ones. It’s also the perfect time to reboot a joint financial arrangement. With Venus in your partnership zone, Valentine’s Day should be extra romantic. Singles – look for a potential partner who you can really talk to. “Romance is the glamour which turns the dust of everyday life into a golden haze” [Carolyn Gold Heilbrun].

LEO

You prefer to be the star of the show but, if you focus on others and pay close attention to the way you communicate, then your relationships will improve.

Venus and Jupiter encourage you to come up with creative and proactive ways to make more money. Increasing cash flow – while decreasing spending – is the secret to future success. Your motto is from the writer George Sand: “There is only one happiness in life, to love and be loved.”

CAPRICORN

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Turn your attention to health, diet and fitness as the New Moon activates your wellbeing zone. Is some tweaking necessary so you can look and feel more fit and fabulous in 2016? When it comes to a child, teenager or friend, make sure you provide plenty of support. Attached Virgos – give your lover the right royal romantic treatment on Valentine’s Day. Singles – love, creativity and children are linked in surprisingly wonderful ways.

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Venus is vamping through your sign so it’s time to be fabulously flirtatious and irresistibly charming. Attached Capricorns – you’re set for a sophisticated and sexy Valentine’s Day. Romance, stylish surroundings and gourmet food are calling! Singles – love is likely with a tender Taurus, a charming Cancer or a fellow Capricorn. Or an old romance could be retrieved, revamped and rekindled but do you really want to do that dance again?

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

The New Moon fires up your entertainment zone, which may prompt you to swing into mega-party mode. For quieter Librans, the stars favour spending quality time with family and friends. When it comes to love, romance and close relationships are you feeling brave? Your quote is from Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu, “Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.”

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

With the New Moon in your sign it’s time for a completely fresh start. You’re feeling independent and inventive [but also reckless and rebellious] so strive to use your electric energy in positive and productive ways. Attached Aquarians – romance is in the air but the energy is behind the scenes suggesting a private, magical Valentine’s Day. Singles – amazing signs and unexpected synchronicities could lead you to your soul mate. Trust your instincts.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Monday night’s New Moon puts you in the mood to shake up your domestic routine. So do something different that makes your heart sing. Wednesday is wonderful for group activities and social media, as you’re influenced by innovative new ideas. True love comes when the time is right so resist the urge to be a controlling Scorpio. As Loretta Young declared, “Love isn’t something you find.

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Your imagination and intuition are boosted by the New Moon. So make sure you channel your energy into creative, spiritual or solo pursuits, otherwise you’ll just feel confused. Singles – be proactive about making new connections online.

Attached Pisceans – with Venus in your aspirations zone, find a dream you can share together. “Love does not consist of gazing at each other, but of looking outward together in the same direction.”

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Fun, excitement, thrills and spills are on the agenda on Wednesday so be prepared for a wild card. Concentrating on developing a second stream of income looks promising but you need to be patient.

Attached Archers – you’ll feel romantic on Valentine’s Day as you spoil your partner; wear your heart on your sleeve, or play out a secret fantasy with your lover. Single Sagittarians – don’t be overly impressed by looks and money.

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Holidays / Vacations Coach tours across, through and around Australia have opened many opportunities for tourists over the years. We can travel locally in NSW or extensively through the heartlands. At every turn though, Australian coach travel can take us to places and events that entertain and mesmerise. We may have even passed these places and sights numerous times without noticing the before.

As the demand for better services and comforts has grown, the coach travel industry has had to adapt to fill that demand. Luxury air-conditioned coach transport has become a favourite option for the over 55’s groups from all sectors of the community. All it takes is the one group organiser to negotiate the better deals and when that is done the holiday starts. Passengers appreciate the fact that they are free to absorb the changing Australian scenery as they pass through cities, mountains and along coastlines.

It is a great opportunity to be able to see what you would usually miss when you drive yourself.

There are a multitude of destinations and

day tour activities that are being offered to the discerning coach traveller. Most packages on offer will include accommodation, meals, group activities and sights as an all-inclusive itinerary and price.

Group organisers can usually negotiate these with the coach operator and finalise the perfect itinerary right down to the last morning tea.

The experienced coach drivers are the ones that can spin you a yarn, share experiences (and a touch of humour) with everyone. Professional and courteous, these are the people that ensure a comfortable and safe ride. In some cases there is the ‘hostie’ with the ‘mostie’ – available to ensure that everyone is travelling in comfort and the finer details of the tour. It is these ‘crew’ members that keep the happy customers coming back for another destination time and time again. Coach companies like Avid Travel build their reputation on good old fashioned service and warm welcomes.

It’s the simple things in life that make the difference between just travel and a coach holiday.

Our local coach charter business, Avid Travel, designs day tours and holidays with passenger enjoyment and comfort in mind. Destinations that are chosen are suitable for the clients needs. Old fashioned assistance is offered for those that are not so mobile. With plenty of

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as Hypoxic Blackout, can occur when people hold their breath underwater, or are practising underwater breath holding drills whilst swimming, and it happens without any warning of its onset. The swimmer simply loses consciousness due to a severe lack of oxygen to the brain, and drowns.

Hyperventilation performed before breath holding increases the dangers, as does repetitive or competitive breath holding.

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You need to make sure that a pet crate is well secured and cushioned in case of sudden braking. Most dogs are comfortable with a specially designed seatbelt harness.

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During the trip it is important to stop often so your pet can stretch their legs, go to the toilet and burn off some energy. Small breaks hourly with a longer break every four hours are recommended.

Always have your pet on a lead when you stop and make sure that your microchip details are up to date. Ensure that all dogs have a collar with your contact number on it in case your pet is lost. Try to make the rest stops in the shade and never leave your pet unattended in the car.

Many pets sleep in the car but many become restless just like young children. It might seem fun to let your dog stick its head out of the window but this is dangerous. They can be hit by objects or fall out of the window. It also makes them susceptible to ear and eye irritations.

Preparing your pet for car trips is also important. Get them used to lots of short trips. Some pets suffer from anxiety or car sickness in the car. Medications are often useful in these cases. A travel kit is also a great idea. Include water and food bowls, a supply of cool water, some toys and chews for the trip and a small supply of dog food.

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In the last three months the real estate market in NSW has undergone significant change. Real estate agents are now legally required to be much more accurate when advertising property prices to prevent potential buyers from being misled as to what price the seller is expecting for the property.

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If you are buying, always remember the following: 1. Have I seen a Finance Broker to obtain pre-approval to ensure that I do not risk losing my deposit if my finance falls through?

2. Given that I take the property “as is” subject to any problems it has, has my solicitor arranged a pest and building report for me?

3. Have I met with my solicitor to discuss the contract to ensure there are no unexpected surprises?

If you have any questions about buying or selling property, contact our expert property team before going to market.

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While many people will know the expression “sticks and stones might break my bones but names will never hurt me”, the question we need to consider is, is it true?

Do names hurt us? Can words have a negative impact on us? We might like to think they don’t, yet the reality is, name calling, bullying, and the words we use, can and do, have a big impact on our lives.

Increasingly, we see the terrible effect of either the deliberate or careless use of words.

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hurt and those hurts leave scars on our lives which are sometimes very difficult to heal, if they are healed at all.

The Apostle Paul, in the Bible’s book of Ephesians speaks to an issue like this when he says, “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.”

Food offers a long list of benefits.

From health to wellbeing to pleasure, there are many reasons why food is such an important part of our lives.

But as beneficial as food is, it’s important to be realistic about its limitations.

With that in mind I thought I’d run through some of the common myths that I’ve noticed when it comes to food.

Food is not a replacement for medicine Is a healthy diet an important foundation for good health? Yes. Should you rely on food alone to cure or treat

Busting some common food myths Kate Reid is a journalist and university qualified Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) degree from the University of Wollongong.

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It seems so simple; using our words to build people up rather than cut them down.

Using our words to encourage rather than condemn.

Using words like “thank you”, “well done”, “good effort”, “great to see you”.

Looking for opportunities to use our words to support and give confidence, rather than getting involved in brawling, bitterness, rage, anger, slander or gossip.

Because we know how words can hurt and damage us, we know how important it is to use our words for the good of others.

Therefore, let us take note of what God says to us in His Bible and be consciously aware of how what we say should be to the benefit others and not to their harm.

every disease or illness? No. It’s scary how many reports there are of people who have forgone traditional medicine for diet therapy, often with terrible consequences.

Now don’t get me wrong, nutrition is an important aspect of good health. But to give your body the best chance to deal with any health issues that may arise, we need to be realistic about the limitations of food

and be able to recognise when medical treatment is required.

Food will not make you happy Do you find yourself regularly bingeing on high fat/ sugar/salt foods when you’re feeling sad/angry/lonely etc?

If so you’re definitely not alone.

While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying food, for some people it can become a coping mechanism to deal with underlying mental health issues.

If you find yourself constantly relying on food to treat emotional distress it may be a good idea to seek help from a mental health professional.

Food is not the be all and end all As a self confessed foodie (yes, I am one of those annoying people who takes arty photos of their food) that’s a hard statement to write, but as much as food is enjoyable and necessary for health and development there is a point at which we can become too obsessed.

If you’re too restrictive with what you eat, often feel guilty about your diet, or find your life revolves around controlling your food intake, it may be time to take a deep breath and realise that food is just one aspect of a healthy and balanced life.

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he Penrith Panthers will unleash their strongest ever Auckland Nines squad this weekend when the 2016 rugby league season finally gets underway at Eden Park.

Apart from a few good games in the competition’s debut year (2014), the Panthers have predominantly failed to deliver in Auckland, but that could all change this weekend with Penrith going into this year’s event as fourth favourites.

New Panthers coach Anthony Griffin has put together a stellar side made up of household names and young up and comers.

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One player heading to Auckland for the experience is new Panthers recruit and young Frenchman Ben Garcia.

Speaking with the Weekender, the 22-year-old lock said he was looking forward to the fun and excitement of the fast-paced competition.

“I’m really excited to go to Auckland, I’ve never been there before and it’s a great opportunity,” he said.

“I hope we do really well, I can’t wait.”

Garcia joined the Panthers on a two-year deal after spending a number of seasons at English Super League club, Catalans Dragons.

Before his stint in the Super League, Garcia played with the Brisbane Broncos Holden Cup team as well as the Wynnum

Manly Queensland Cup team, where he won a premiership under then coach Paul Green back in 2012.

In 2013, he made his debut with the French national team at the Rugby League World Cup. Garcia said after experiencing a few successful years in Australia, he always wanted to return for another crack.

“My first season in Brisbane we won the Q-Cup with Paul Green as coach and the second year I played 20 games with the Broncos U20’s before moving to Catalans,” Garcia said.

“It was always my dream to play in the NRL, so I’m really thankful Phil Gould got in touch with my manager to bring me back to Australia.

“It’s a great opportunity and Penrith is a really good club.”

Since arriving at Pepper Stadium in October last year, Garcia admitted he was finally feeling settled in his new surrounds with his only teething problem being the language barrier.

“I’m still learning English, but by hanging out with the boys a lot I’m improving,” he said.

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In the wake of the Mitchell Pearce scandal and an incident involving several young stars in Queensland this week, rugby league has again been thrown into the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.

Griffin says as a coach, it’s important to give players the right guidance.

“Like your kids you’ve got to give them the messages that you think are right and try to influence them so they make smart decisions or right decisions when they’re on their own,” Griffin told the Weekender.

“You can’t be with them 24 hours a day so the biggest influence you can have over them is to try to help them make smart decisions.”

Griffin said that players go through programs at both NRL and club level that deal with issues such as drugs and alcohol.

“I don’t think they’ve ever been more scrutinised and that’ll only continue but in saying that I don’t think they’ve ever been more educated as well,” he said.

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n the back of Sydney Thunder’s success in the Women’s Big Bash League and Big Bash League last month, the passion for cricket in western Sydney is bigger than ever.

Local boys and girls will have the chance to play like their Thunder heroes over the next few months when the Milo T20 Blast comes back to town.

Cricket NSW, in association with local cricket clubs, will be running eight week T20 Blast programs across the greater Penrith region.

T20 Blast is Cricket Australia’s entry level program for kids aged between seven and 12-years-old.

Each session runs for 90 minutes and focuses on participation, fun and skill development.

All cricket equipment is supplied and games take place at the same venue each week, at a local cricket club or community centre.

The St Clair T20 Blast program will begin this Monday, February 8 at Cook and Banks Reserve while the Penrith program will commence next Tuesday,

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As part of the partnership, St Marys will support the A Grade or A Reserve Grade competition by providing excess players to the Colyton Colts.

“St Marys Junior Rugby League Club has also decided to form a strategic affiliation with the Colyton Football Club with a view to grow and develop rugby league, not only in our governing areas, but to branch out into the new suburb of Ropes Crossing and the additional development of Claremont Meadows,” St Marys Rugby League Manager, Adam Przybyla said.

The Penrith and District Junior Rugby League Board has backed the affiliation.

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Local kids are preparing for the junior rugby league season.

Photo: Megan Dunn

Footy’s stars of the future on show Penrith and District Junior Rugby League will celebrate a huge milestone this April when their 50th anniversary season gets underway.

Not only will the world’s largest junior rugby league base celebrate the momentous occasion with another great year of on-field action, but it’ll also mark the beginning of a brand new partnership with the popular sport of OzTag. “Junior rugby league offers competitions for players from U6’s to A-Grade,” Penrith Junior League Manager, Phil Cummings said.

“We also have female-only competitions for age groups between U13-15’s and U16-18’s, as well as NSW open age competitions.

“Presently 22 clubs will play from Blacktown to Katoomba this junior rugby league season.”

2016 will also see the introduction of ‘Panthers Tag’ – an exciting new partnership with OzTag that will be offered as a Sunday competition and will include male and female age groups from U6’s through to U16’s.

The 2016 Penrith and District Junior Rugby League season will officially commence on Saturday, April 16.

For more information on the Penrith and District Junior Rugby League, visit playnrl.com.au or penrith.leaguenet.com.au and follow the links to either become a player, coach or volunteer at your local club.

The Western Sydney Open Water Swim is set to attract a huge number of participants this year NATHAN TAYLOR

ne of Penrith’s premier annual swimming events, the Western Sydney Open Water Swim, will introduce a new race this year that will cater to entry level and younger swimmers.

Held on Sunday, February 21 at the Sydney International Regatta Centre, the Western Sydney Open Water Swim is suitable for ages 10 years and above, and is open to teams and clubs.

Along with the event’s traditional 2km

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and 5km races, event organisers will this year introduce a 1km race for up and coming swimmers wanting to be involved in open water swimming.

It’s set to act as a great starting point for entry level swimmers and younger swimmers wanting a stepping stone to the longer distance races.

The popular 2km race is one length of the main competition lake finishing at the grandstand end of the venue while the 5km race follows the same course as the 2km event then encircles the island and again finishes at the grandstand.

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Trophies are also available for Best Overall Club and Team on the day.

Swimmers who register will receive a Western Sydney Open Water Swim cap, which they can keep as a memento of having participated.

The Western Sydney Open Water Swim is now in its ninth year.

For more information and details on how to register, visit www.regattacentre. nsw.gov.au/swim.

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CRICKET: Penrith’s Round 11 match against Campbelltown-Camden ended in a draw after it was washed out last weekend due to bad weather.

This Saturday the third-placed Penrith will return home to Howell Oval to take on the 18th-placed Hawkesbury in a two day match.

The match against their western Sydney rivals sets up the Sydney Grade Competition’s Rivalry Round.

CRICKET: The Penrith Cricket Club will play Bankstown this Sunday in the semi finals of the First Grade Limited Overs competition.

Penrith qualified for the semis after an outstanding win over Blacktown on January 17, and will battle Bankstown for a place in the final at Bankstown Memorial Oval.

The winner out of Penrith and Bankstown will take on the winner out of the weekend’s other semi final between Sydney and St George.

The final will be played on March 6.

BASEBALL: For the second weekend in a row, Penrith’s Round 16 weekend match against Ryde was washed out last Sunday due to bad weather.

There was set to be a late change of venue for the clash but according to the Penrith Baseball Club, Ryde decided to pull the pin at the last minute.

The Panthers will certainly hope for better weather this weekend when they battle Cronulla in Round 17 of

the NSW State Baseball competition.

BASKETBALL: Any representative coaches who have not yet obtained the essential Club Coach Course (formerly Level 1), will be required to do so prior to the 2016 season.

According to the Penrith Basketball Association, coaches should attend the BNSW conducted course by Saturday, February 20.

The course is a great assistance to any club coaches wishing to gain further knowledge in coaching.

For more information on the course, visit www.penrithbasketball.net.

FOOTBALL: The Western Sydney Wanderers began their NPL2 journey in fine fashion last Sunday as they defeated the Marconi Stallions 8-0 at Blacktown International Sportspark.

It was the first ever foray into NPL territory for the Wanderers and it began with a blast thanks to Josh Macdonald grabbing a double and Lachlan Scott scoring a five minute hat-trick after coming off the bench.

Kyle Cimenti and Tariq Maia also grabbed goals as the Wanderers ran riot. Liam Reddy got his first run in Wanderers colours as Western Sydney started with a strong side that included a number of players with A-League caps.

Next up for the Wanderers is their second pre-season match tonight, February 4 at Popondetta Park. They take on Mt Druitt Town Rangers.

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After a number of lean weeks which resulted in two straight losses and a draw, the Wanderers are currently in the midst of a two game winning streak after recent victories over Central Coast and Melbourne City.

They have a two point lead at the top of the table as the business end of the competition gets underway.

The Wanderers will look to extend their lead at the top of the A-League ladder when they battle Melbourne Victory this weekend.

Last Friday night the Wanderers produced their best attacking display of the season so far, firing away four goals against a strong second placed Melbourne City outfit.

Despite a late City flurry adding some respectability to the 4-3 scoreline, the result was never in doubt once Mitch Nichols scored his eighth goal of the season and Mark Bridge bagged a pair while a late strike from Brendon Santalab rounded out the scoring.

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