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CHEER FOR CHARITY Penrith Panthers cheerleaders Paige and Kirsten are getting into the Red Nose Day spirit today. See page 24 Photo: Melinda Jane

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eville Raymond Towner, who murdered fouryear-old Lauren Hickson in Emu Plains in 1989, has died in jail. 52-year-old Towner suffered a suspected heart attack just days before his likely release from prison. He was to face another hearing today (Friday, June 29). His pending release on parole 28 years after being sent to jail had been strongly opposed by Laurenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family. Towner was 23 when he attempted to rape Lauren, bashed her head with a river stone and then drowned her in May 1989. The murder rocked the wider Penrith area to its core. The details of the killing are horrific and shocking. For updates, visit www.westernweekender.com.au.

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It’s all a matter of time High Street upgrade will be finished months ahead of original schedule EMILY NEWTON

sking the right questions appears to have cut four months from the construction time of High Street’s upgrade, now expected to be complete before Christmas. After Cr Mark Davies asked for a report to be brought to Council providing an update on the construction projects of Penrith’s Triangle Park and High Street upgrade, Monday night’s Ordinary Council Meeting delivered good news. “Following intensive site investigations [of High Street] and design work in conjunction with the utility providers, there has been identified a surplus in the allowances made for utility relocation costs in the order of $420,000,” the Council report states. “This does allow the budget opportunity to pursue acceleration options with the contractor.” While there will be larger areas of simultaneous works during the construction period, the overall timeline is expected to be reduced by four months, to be completed by the end of November 2018 instead of the previous expected timeline of March 2019. “I wanted to get the report because I

wanted to find out the detail for why the Triangle Park took as long as it did,” Cr Davies said. “For the work on High Street, I didn’t want to see that blow out in time, or see if there were ways in which we could make it as smooth as possible. “My concern has been for the traders and businesses along there. This report has uncovered an opportunity to save four months of construction time. “At the end of the day, it’s a big outcome for shoppers, for the city, but most importantly for the businesses. “The good thing is it will be finished at the end of November, just before Christmas, so it will be really beneficial for that busy holiday season. “I think asking the questions, the probing and the process has been good. You put a little bit of pressure on, and who knows what you can uncover.” The report also highlighted that during the $3 million Triangle Park construction, water main issues lengthened the construction timeline to open fully 10 weeks after Council’s expected completion date. Also at Monday’s meeting, Cr Marcus Cornish said that the damage done to businesses through the construction of Triangle Park was “appalling”.

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More for less on Sydney Trains From next week, commuters on the Sydney Trains network will pay more for the privilege of travelling on an unreliable system that has let passengers down consistently over the last six to eight months. Opal fares will increase by 2.2 per cent, which Transport Minister Andrew Constance says is a good thing because the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal recommended 4.2 per cent. The increase is less than a dollar per week for the average passenger, but that’s not really the point. There’s just something not right about paying more for a service that is not delivering. Mr Constance rammed through his new timetable in November last year, making it longer for passengers to get from Penrith to the City and putting more pressure on the network. We all know what happened in the months that followed – days of chaos, strike threats and a network buckling under the pressure. Redfern was also removed as a stop for Blue Mountains Line services because of “data” and “research”. Later, the Government backflipped and announced it would reinstate Redfern as a stop for around six Blue Mountains services. Removing Redfern was seen as a bizarre and silly move, except by Mr Constance and the bureaucrats at Sydney Trains who just didn’t get it. And while train delays aren’t making the 6pm news every night at the moment, there’s still enormous problems. Trains still aren’t meeting performance standards or on-time running targets.

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“There’s just something not right about paying more for a service that is not delivering”

On Monday, another bunch of Western Line services were cancelled or delayed, due to either “operational issues” or trains requiring mechanical repairs. This has almost become a daily occurrence to the point where you wouldn’t dare rely on the trains to make a crucial meeting or appointment. We’re told that the new timetable is part of a bigger plan that will ultimately see a smoother, more reliable system. That’s all well and good, but perhaps until that day comes prices should stay exactly where they are. Rugby league stupidity It was something special to be part of the crowd at ANZ Stadium on Sunday night to watch New South Wales win the 2018 State of Origin series. But something was missing in the postmatch celebration. Where was the Shield?

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It is utter lunacy to not allow the Blues to raise the Origin Shield in front of their home fans after wrapping up the series. Instead, Blues skipper Boyd Cordner will be forced to raise the trophy in front of 50,000 screaming Queenslanders at Suncorp Stadium next month. The same thing happened in 2014. The Blues wrapped up the series in the second game at ANZ Stadium, but Paul Gallen raised the Shield after the Blues were beaten 32-8 at Suncorp Stadium in the third match. What an odd, hollow feeling for players and fans. Rugby league officials change plenty of things on the run. They develop new initiatives, and most of them claim to have the fans as the priority. Surely an exception can be made to the current rules surrounding when the Shield is hoisted if a home team wins the series in game two. I know common sense isn’t very common, especially in the NRL, but surely this is a simple change that benefits everybody involved, especially fans who have handed over hundreds of dollars for tickets.

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Gladys Berejiklian visits Penrith to officially open new ambulance superstation EMILY NEWTON

ff the back of announcing an additional 200 paramedics for NSW in 2018-19, Premier Gladys Berejiklian made a visit to Penrith to officially open the new ambulance superstation. Joined by Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres and Health Minister Brad Hazzard, the Premier said that 60 of the extra 200 paramedics will be based in western Sydney. “The NSW Government is investing more than $1 billion into NSW Ambulance in the Budget 2018-19, to ensure it continues to deliver world-class emergency care,” she said. “Today is an opportunity for us to thank all of you for all that you do.” Built on an area where native blue lilies blossom, fittingly symbolising both life and death in Aboriginal culture, the new Penrith superstation will welcome 12 new paramedics in 2018-19. Local paramedic Lisa Rooney said the transition from the old station into the new superstation provides a complete service that allows paramedics to better serve the community. “It’s improved our work conditions, mostly our fatigue,” she said.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian joined Stuart Ayres, Brad Hazzard and paramedics for the Penrith superstation official opening on Monday. Photo: Melinda Jane “At the old station, when we brought the truck back we had to clean it, re-stock it, re-fuel it, log its kilometres, and it could take up to an hour and a half after our shift.” Now, a Make Ready Logistics Team

cleans and re-stocks ambulances, replaces equipment, and organises equipment and vehicle repairs, allowing paramedics to focus on providing clinical care. “They’re cleaner, they run faster, they’re in better condition,” Ms Rooney said.

“We essentially just come in and respond to the community’s needs now.” The Penrith superstation also includes parking bays for 22 ambulance vehicles, a fit-for-purpose medication room for restricted medications, capacity for an emergency operations centre to coordinate major incidents, and an external wash bay. “Western Sydney, and particularly the area of western Sydney west of the M7, is growing at a rate we have just not seen before,” Mr Ayres said. “As our communities continue to grow up they demand better and higher quality services.” While the superstation has been operational since the end of last year, Mr Ayres said the delay in an official opening was to ensure for a smooth transition. “It’s a big change in service delivery model for these guys, so they just wanted the whole station functional, and all the feedback now is really positive,” Mr Ayres said. “All the things we said would happen are really now starting to come to life. “We’ve been challenging the community and challenging service delivery for some time now, and this is another example of us challenging the way we do things and coming up with a better model.”

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State MPs Stuart Ayres and Tanya Davies at Fernhill Estate. File photo EMILY NEWTON

he historic Fernhill Estate at Mulgoa has been closed for upgrades and site remediation after its sale to the State Government was finalised. The site’s new owners, the Department of Planning and Environment, said the historic Estate will be reserved as green open space and its heritage buildings and gardens preserved. The Planning Ministerial Corporation will manage the property initially and will consult with the community to develop a long-term plan.

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Residents relieved after Government reverts to original Castlereagh Corridor plan EMILY NEWTON

fter weeks of strong community opposition, the NSW Government has backed down and confirmed it will use the already gazetted 1951 Castlereagh Corridor. The Castlereagh Connection corridor through Castlereagh, Cranebrook and Llandilo will revert to the 1951 corridor, with the backflip saving residents’ homes. Member for Penrith and Minister for Western Sydney, Stuart Ayres, announced changes to the multiple proposed Western Sydney Corridors last week that will reduce the total number of properties impacted from 1247 to 825 and halve the number of residential dwellings impacted from 399 to 200. “We received constructive feedback from right across the community via the online mapping tool, email, phone calls and community sessions,” he said. “We have listened to feedback and will continue to make refinements to the exhibited corridors as we work through the submissions made during the exhibition.” On top of announcing the Government will continue with the previously gazetted 1951 corridor for the Bells Line of

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The Castlereagh, Cranebrook and Llandilo community celebrating their win on Friday. Photo: Emily Newton Road – Castlereagh Connection, they have scrapped the extension from Castlereagh to Kurrajong Heights. “The consultation process has provided transport planners with a great deal of local knowledge and insight,” Minister for Roads, Maritime and Freight, Melinda Pavey said. “A number of suggested minor adjustments to the proposed corridors will be investigated, and where technically feasible, will be adopted.”

When Cathy Galea hosted yet another rally at her business, Raygal Landscape and Nursery Supplies, last Friday afternoon, the mood was remarkably different to previous gatherings as impacted residents gathered to celebrate, popping champagne and cheering as they took in a sigh of relief. “People power means so much,” Ms Galea said. Member for Londonderry Prue Car has praised the community for their determi-

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hose that love a bit of extra sugar or spice in their daily brew will be rejoicing to learn that Starbucks is returning to Penrith. A development application has been approved by Penrith City Council for Starbucks to return to its original location facing Riley Street. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking forward to welcoming Starbucks to Westfield Penrith later this year,â&#x20AC;? Centre Manager, Katie Smith said.

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ournalists Helen Goltz and Chris Adams have taken a walk through some of Sydney’s oldest cemeteries to get an insight into the incredible lives of relatively unknown Australians. Using gravestones as their starting points they have meticulously researched a curated selection of headstones to uncover the secrets of

the past. Grave Tales: Sydney features those people who were often unwilling participants in the events that would shape our history and that made local and national headlines at the time. Thoroughly researched, the book has uncovered hundreds of primary resources which help re-create the lives of those whose graves they have featured. One amazing story featured is on Henry O’Farrell, our first would-be assassin who in 1868 had tried to kill Queen Victoria’s son. He failed, but was nonetheless executed with indecent haste, despite the fact he had long been suffering from a mental breakdown. The book is a fascinating look at some of Sydney’s past. It’s a history lesson as much as anything else. Grave Tales is available now and is published by Atlas Productions. The Weekender has five copies of Grave Tales to give away. For your chance to win one, email competitions@westernweekender.com.au with ‘Grave’ in the subject line. Don’t forget to include your contact details. Entries close Thursday, July 5. Authorised under NSW Permit No LTPM/18/02771. Terms and conditions at are available at www.westernweekender.com.au or by contacting reception at the Weekender office.

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echnology has become a crucial part of the classroom, but smartphone use in schools could be restricted as the government looks at their impact on students. NSW Education Minister Rob Stokes ordered an Australian-first review into childhood phone use last week, which will be led by prominent child psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg. “While smartphones connect us to the world in ways never imagined just a decade ago, they raise issues that previous generations have not had to deal with,” Mr Stokes said. “In the classroom and in the playground, smartphones provide opportunities for students and parents to stay connected, but can also create other problems. From screen time to cyberbullying and social media, phones have generated concerns for parents, teachers and students.” Expert in technology and learning, Associate Professor Matt Bower of Macquarie University, said the review of smartphone use in NSW is “a good idea” but that the technology used for bullying or off-task behaviours shouldn’t be confused with the underlying causes.

Do you think kids should have smartphones in schools? Naomi “They shouldn’t have them. They’re not old enough to pay bills, and that’s how they get in trouble.”

careful as to what tolerances we give them, and how far we allow them to go with it. I think there should be more research done, but I don’t think a ban on smartphones in schools is such a bad idea.”

Alicia “I don’t believe it should be allowed. They’re kids, iPads is one thing, but having a phone with social media shouldn’t be allowed. What is the need for it? They’re here to learn.”

Alison “I don’t have an issue with kids having phones at school in later primary years for contacting parents after the bell goes or before school, but it’s not needed during school hours. I don’t think they need a smartphone, just a basic phone to phone out or send a message but that’s it. Kids can still have a phone, but it doesn’t have to be a smartphone.”

Joe “I think it’s helpful to some of them, but I think some of them might take it a bit too far and get in trouble with it. I think we should be

“Bullying has been a social concern for centuries and, without smartphones, bullies find other ways to harm their victims,” he said. “Every school and classroom is differ-

Gavin “I don’t think there is any need for

ent, and a blanket ban fails to recognise that the benefits in some contexts may well outweigh the disadvantages.” A possible outcome of the investigation is embracing a ‘dumbphone’ policy, allow-

them to have them in school. They are handy, but it’s all down to the individual and how a kids has been raised, what they know morally and ethically. When the teacher is talking, you don’t pull your phone out and make a phone call. Banning smartphones is just going backwards in time.”

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Lauren “Not in primary school, I think smartphones aren’t really safe. I think old phones are a good idea so they still have contact in an emergency, and I think high school age is different. They’re a bit older and can understand the Internet a little bit better.”

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A Glenmore Park man busted storing three guns unsecured in the back of his wardrobe has been stripped of the weapons and hit with hefty fines. Christophoros Anglis faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday after failing to keep the firearms safely or notifying the relevant agency of his new address. The court heard police found two rifles and a shotgun in the main bedroom wardrobe behind clothes, violating a specific requirement of his licence. Anglis, who represented himself, claimed he had never previously abused his firearms licence, which he had held since age 16, and submitted he was a wellrespected member of the community. Magistrate Geoffrey Hiatt highlighted the gravity of the offences, saying they were serious matters given the proclivity for guns to be used for illicit circumstance or harm if they fell into the wrong hands. He was convicted, fined $4,100 and the weapons were ordered to be surrendered for destruction.

Man who assaulted elderly parents stays behind bars

A man who violently assaulted his elderly parents when they refused his demands for money, has drawn gasps of disgust from the court gallery as he was sentenced last week. The 38-year-old showed little emotion as he was handed 18 months jail for the crimes, perpetrated against his father and mother, born in 1945 and 1952, respectively. Members sitting in the body of the courtroom muttered in contempt as the shameful facts were aired. They heard in one episode, the man pushed his father to the floor then punched him in the face, while in another, he pushed his mother backwards and attempted to hit her with an exercise bike. When his father stepped in, he chased

him around the lounge before pushing him onto the sofa and threatened to kill him, causing his mother to flee the house and hide. His lawyer said the 38-year-old, who has a history of mental health issues and substance abuse, had the “vaguest recollection” of the events, but did not dispute the evidence, instructing he was “embarrassed” by what he had done. During his sentencing at Penrith Local Court last Thursday, Magistrate Stephen Corry refused the defence’s claim that the community would “probably” agree that the almost 20 weeks the offender had already served in prison would be “punitive enough for penalty”. Magistrate Corry said his parents had put up with his behaviour long enough. “Both are aged and both clearly have had significant patience with you and your offending,” he said. He found the man’s prospects of rehabilitation were “guarded”, given he told Community Corrections he did not see the benefit of further treatment to combat his drug and alcohol problems. He is eligible for release in February 2019. The offender’s name has been withheld to protect the victims’ identity.

Teenager urged to control his temper or face serious jail time

An 18-year-old who assaulted his grandfather has been warned he will be treated differently now he is an adult. Kearen Stevenson fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with property damage and common assault. Magistrate Stephen Corry told him to keep his anger in check or risk feeling the full force of the law. “Adult court is a lot less patient with people who continue to commit acts of violence than the Children’s Court is,” he said. “That’s the risk you run unless you can control your temper.” He was convicted and fined $1,300.

Man ordered off the road and urged to “grow up”

A young hoon who endangered up to 30 bystanders when he performed a massive burnout has been ordered off the road. The driver was slapped with an $800 fine and will have to sit on the sidelines for 12 months following his sentence at Penrith Local Court last week. His lawyer conceded the “facts don’t paint a pretty picture”, but argued the apprentice mechanic had learnt a big lesson and his career had effectively been put on hold as a result of his disqualification. But Magistrate Stephen Corry noted it was not the 21-year-old’s first infraction, using his traffic history to poke holes in a reference that claimed the offence was out of character. “It’s not out of character, it appears it’s in character,” Magistrate Corry scoffed, adding he thought he would have “looked after” his licence seeing it was one of the tools of his trade. He said the driver was lucky no one at the lookout had been killed or seriously injured, pointing out he shed so much rubber he was forced to change his tyre. “If you lost control of your motor vehicle, you have no idea where it would have ended up,” he scolded. “You need a period off the road to grow up before you drive a motor vehicle.”

Suspended driver caught twice within half an hour

A suspended motorist sprung driving again 30 minutes after being pulled over by police has walked away from court with a good behaviour bond. Chris Brent Boller admitted he knew he should not have been driving after being informed of his suspension, but rolled the dice in an attempt to get his children home. Boller told Penrith Local Court he had no one local to pick them up, saying they ended up having to wait for someone to come from Bathurst to collect them. But Magistrate Geoffrey Hiatt said he

should have just waited the first time, adding it was a “silly decision” given he was driving in an isolated area where police could easily recognise him. “You shouldn’t have tried to bluff your way home,” he said. He was conditionally dismissed pursuant to entering a 12-month good behaviour bond.

Man scolded after failing roadside drug test

Nikola Karoly Ladanyi has escaped a criminal conviction despite failing a roadside drug bust. Penrith Local Court heard the defendant consumed two ecstasy tablets two days prior to the random test and thought the drugs were out of his system when he got behind the wheel. While she noted it wasn’t his driving that brought him under notice, the police prosecutor argued he should be “dealt with seriously” nevertheless. “The community expects that they will be safe while on the road,” she submitted. Ladanyi’s lawyer said his client had dealt with ongoing problems, including PTSD, since suffering significant injury during an accident in 2015. Magistrate Stephen Corry told him to seek help rather than self-medicate. “That’s what you’re doing – it’s not going to solve your problems,” he said. He was handed a 12-month good behaviour bond.

Lying mum escapes jail term

A woman has avoided jail despite lying to medical professionals after her son ingested drugs, including ice. The 37-year-old was handed a good behaviour bond at Penrith Local Court this week. She had originally told doctors her twoyear-old boy had swallowed paint thinner by mistake, but it was later revealed illicit drugs were to blame. The mother has also been banned from having contact with the child.

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Penrith: Man arrested after hoax call to police station

Threatening phones calls to the local police station ended in embarrassment for one man after police quickly tracked the number he called from. At 6.32pm on Saturday, June 23, Penrith Police Station received a phone call from a number, with the caller threatening to damage the station and cause harm to the police officers inside. Following a search of the station to ensure everything was safe, inquiries were made on the number that called. As a result, police arrested and charged a 27-year-old Eastern Creek man with ‘Use carriage service to menace or harass’. He will front court on Tuesday, July 10.

St Marys: Police investigate after man assaulted in CBD

Police are investigating after a man was found with a serious head injury at St Marys over the weekend. On Saturday, June 23 at about 11.30pm, a 42-year-old man was with a group at a home on Merinda Street at St Marys. The man left the location, before returning a short time later suffering a wound to his head. He returned to a family member’s home on Merinda Street, before they contacted NSW Ambulance paramedics who took the injured man to Westmead Hospital. Officers from Nepean Police Area Command have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident and believe the man was assaulted within the St Marys CBD area.

St Marys: Party plans called off after shoplifter is busted

After trying to walk out of a supermarket with a trolley full of food for entertaining, a woman has traded party plans for a future court date. A 30-year-old female attended a shopping centre at St Marys on Station Street. The woman was in a supermarket and

filled a trolley with chips, dips and assorted carbonated drinks. She then left the supermarket without paying, where she was stopped by a loss prevention officer. The police were called and attended the location where they charged the woman with ‘Shoplifting’ to appear in court at a future date.

St Marys: Variety of charges as police target OMCG activity

A high-ranking member of the Satudarah outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) faced court last week after being charged with a slew of offences by Strike Force Raptor. As part of ongoing targeting of OMCG activity across NSW, officers from the Criminal Groups Squad’s Strike Force Raptor served Firearms and Weapons Prohibition Orders on a 26-year-old St Marys man about 7.40am on Wednesday, June 20. During a subsequent search of a home unit at St Marys, Strike Force Raptor located and seized a shortened .22 calibre rifle, ammunition, knuckle dusters which contained a conducted electrical weapon, a ‘credit card knife’, methylamphetamine, and Satudarah OMCG paraphernalia. The man, who is a high-ranking member of Satudarah OMCG, was taken to Penrith Police Station and charged with ‘Possess shortened firearm (not pistol) without authority’, ‘Possess ammunition without holding licence/permit/authority’, ‘Possess or use a prohibited weapon without permit’, ‘Possess prohibited drug’, ‘Possess unregistered firearmprohibited firearm’, ‘Not keep firearm safely-prohibited firearm’, ‘Possess unauthorised prohibited firearm’, and ‘Supply prohibited drug’. A second resident of the home unit, a 26-year-old woman, will be dealt with by way of a Future Court Attendance Notice for the alleged possession of the knife. Inquiries are continuing.

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Don’s still making a splash Inspirational doctor honoured as his remarkable legacy lives on “He managed to inspire everyone who worked there with his enthusiasm for the project and it was a success from the moment the doors opened.” With this week marking three years since Don’s passing, Practice Manager of Everybody Physiotherapy, Francine Austin said they were honoured to be able to see Don’s dream of an exercise rehabilitation centre rebirthed. “Not everybody gets to leave a dream that will continue after them,” Kathryn added. “Don has been honoured by a plaque in the Nepean ICU and a research scholarship in ICU echocardiography, and now this plaque naming the deep-water pool after him, bringing together the wide-ranging legacies of this extraordinary man and his commitment to the health and well-being of the people of western Sydney.”

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Rubbish goes high tech Cameras in trucks and new data collection methods highlight new waste deal EMILY NEWTON

decade after first introducing the three-bin service to Penrith, Council has awarded the next 10-year waste tender to SUEZ. As one of the biggest tenders Council deals with, they say the new contract recommendations provide residents with the best quality service at the most affordable rate with the greatest flexibility. “The new contract secures great value for residents with stable pricing for 10 years. We know households need stable pricing and our role is to provide an affordable cost recovery service with the quality inclusions we have come to expect and flexibility for individual choice,” Mayor John Thain said. “We are proud of our community’s efforts to divert waste from landfill with residents diverting over 29 tonnes of food scraps, garden clippings and organic material from landfill and recycling over 18 tonnes of bottles, containers, cans, paper, cardboard, glass and cartons in the last year alone.” Along with recognition from celebrity environmentalists Costa Georgiadis and Craig Reucassel, Penrith has received multiple awards for its three-bin system.

“We have to think about what we’re doing to this planet,” Assistant General Manager, Craig Butler said. “It’s a great opportunity I think for Penrith to lead the way. You can’t keep digging holes and filling the world with waste.” Identifying customer service as a key feature, SUEZ will use performance mechanisms including cameras fitted to vehicles and live data to provide reliable information on missed services or delays. “Customer service will be data driven, meaning that the contractor will use the latest technology in the trucks to provide Council with real-time information,” the spokesperson said. “This means better service and support for our residents as this data can assist performance management and greater immediate support to residents for waste and resource recovery enquiries.” Under the contract, four annual bulky goods collections for each household continue and the three-bin service will extend to include all rural areas within the Penrith Local Government Area. For those that struggle with the fortnightly red bin service, Council confirmed other services can be accommodated with an additional payment from the affected resident.

The new rubbish contract has been awarded to SUEZ “As a service it’s all about choice for our residents, we have a number of options our residents can choose from to support their lifestyle requirements including size, frequency and payment options for services,” Cr Thain said. Australian Native Landscapes Pty Ltd

was also awarded a 10 year contract for the Organics Processing Services. Due to current recycling market conditions, Council has decided to negotiate a shorter term contract on the yellow bin service, to ensure prices remain down for residents.

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West is socially isolated and needs to be fixed Typical of a politician to self-praise for lots of poor decisions (Judge me on my record, Weekender June 15). With Nepean Hospital having the longest waiting list in the state, staff over worked and equipment in a state of disrepair, Mr Ayres fails the people of Penrith. Even the new development at the hospital does not have funding for staffing when it opens. Mr Ayres has socially isolated the west with road tolls, poor train services, a pedestrian bridge costing the same amount as a road bridge that could have had separated pedestrian walkways, no strategies to get homeless into accommodation. More recently, the WSA and the effect that this 24-hour airport will have upon our sleep and lifestyles will be changed forever. A Northern Road consisting of bus lanes, which could be a much environmentally cleaner light rail to move people with transport from Windsor to Campbelltown not considered. With residents in the north unhappy with Castlereagh motorway and many other residents being displaced by poor planning, electricity system sold by the government and hurting everyone and yet they said we would be better off. Mr Ayres needs to talk up his failures as NSW voters are not stupid. SHANE BRYANT, GLENMORE PARK

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Kevin’s weed wish After pointing out the potential dangers of weed infestations countless times, Councillor Kevin Crameri has again reminded Council that noxious weeds are a real threat. “We can control it, we can probably eradicate it in no time,” he said at Monday night’s June meeting. “It’s up to us as a Council to have a conscience. I am not an ostrich, I am not going to put my head in the sand.” Cr Crameri suggested providing Council officers with items like the herbicide Roundup and gloves in the trunk of their cars to help deal with Apple of Sodom and other noxious weeds, rather than allow them to spread. “In 10 years’ time, you people will see what I was pointing out,” he said.

Rates anger Residents from Mount Vernon spoke out at Monday night’s Ordinary Council Meeting about their rising rates. Elisa Todesco and Lou Dulisse got stuck in to East Ward Councillors for not representing the community that elects them. “Penrith Council has made living on rural property unsustainable,” Ms Todesco said. Councillor Bernard Bratusa said that if their information was accurate, he was “embarrassed as a Penrith City Councillor” to learn of their high costs of rates, saying rural property owners shouldn’t be “punished” and offered to meet with affected residents. Despite community pleas, Councillors adopted the 2018-19 Operation Plan.

Europe calls for local band Anubis to perform in front of 10,000 music fans at festival LAUREN SUTTIE

heir first album was written on acoustic guitar at Glenmore Park softball fields at two in the morning and now local progressive rock band, Anubis, is set to play their biggest show in their 14-year history. Starting in the Netherlands, the band is set to tour their songs across Europe, finishing at the Night of the Prog Festival in Germany, where 10,000 people are expected to attend. Band member David Eaton said he was slightly terrified. “Obviously there is a great sense of responsibility because you know these aren’t little pub shows, there are some big ones in there, so there is a responsibility to do a great job,” he said. Originally started by high school friends, Eaton and Robert James Moulding, the band developed a loyal following over in Europe, which even to this day still perplexes Eaton. “It has been sort of a complete mystery to me that overseas has done really well,” he said. “It’s kind of like a combination of the Internet being a really helpful way of getting music out there and it sort of organically grew legs from there.” With all the band members working

Anubis will perform in Europe later this year jobs by day and then rocking out by night, Eaton said he has been able to use his life as a lesson to his students, inspiring them to achieve their goals. “I’m a music teacher in real life so there is sort of this weird double life where I can actually go on a plane and play to people

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Penrith Council has just made it a lot easier for you to learn more about caring for your four-legged friends with the development of a new Responsible Pet Ownership eLearning website. The website has courses on a range of topics including dogs and cats, registration requirements, and pets and families. The best part is it’s all free and online – so you can access it from the comfort of your own home. You’ll even receive a certificate for every course you complete. We all have a responsibility to our pets, and to our community to keep and house our pets in a responsible and safe way. This website is a fantastic way to stay up to date with your responsibilities as a pet owner, prepare to be a pet owner, and learn how to be the best friend possible to your fourlegged pals. Find out more and register to start learning at www.penrithpeteducation. com.au.

With the July school holidays fast approaching now is the time to start thinking about what you need to do for your pet if you’re planning a winter break. We all look forward to our holidays and vacation but have you ever stopped to think about how your pet feels about them? Many pets suffer anxiety and become fearful over holiday periods especially due to being separated from their owners. This, combined with potentially freezing winter weather can be harmful or fatal for your pet. You should never leave your pet alone when on vacation, even if you are only going for a few days. Look for an animal carer that can look after them for you or alternatively, find a suitable boarding kennel for your pets to ensure they also have a safe and happy holiday.

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Mind your own business Unique support group helps people with a disability start their own business LAUREN SUTTIE

new disability peer support group is proving that great things happen when minds come together. Minding Our Business is a support group for people living with a disability who have started a micro business or have an interest in setting one up. The idea for the group started with Anna Curryer, who established her own small business, Anna’s Ant Farm, selling homemade jams, chutneys and dog treats. Anna’s mum, Bernadette Curryer, said her daughter wanted to set up a group that supported others in similar circumstances. “She was doing quite well and was really enjoying it, but one of the things that really came out of it was that it was really isolating,” she said. “That’s why we thought to create a hub, so people could come together for social interaction but also to gain support from each other and encouragement to keep going.” Meeting once a week, the group currently has five members whose business plans include making and selling potted succulents, portrait photography, making tie dye clothing and cupcake decorating.

One of the group facilitators, Libby Ellis, said that it was important this type of support was available to help improve the employment rates for people with disability. “Starting a small business provides a solution to the low rates of employment,” she said. “It doesn’t need to be a fully formed idea, but everyone has a small interest or hobby that can be turned into a small business with the right support.” Recently receiving a grant from Team Up, the group will be holding a launch party this Saturday at Penrith City Library, to celebrate and share their vision and hope to welcome more people into the group. “If anyone has a particular interest or haven’t really fitted in to other employment options before but you think you have something you are interested in, we can help you develop that into a small business,” Ms Ellis said. “A micro business is a way to show what they can do, that they can be economic and can contribute in their community and support themselves.” To RSVP for the launch event, visit www. eventbrite.com.au/e/minding-our-business-launch-party-tickets-46596955749 or email libby@incharge.net.au.

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Buy a red nose to help save lives Today marks the 30th anniversary of Red Nose Day EMILY NEWTON

n 30 years, almost 10,000 Australian children’s lives have been saved, but still every day in Australia, nine children under the age of four die suddenly and unexpectedly, with causes including stillbirth, SIDS and fatal sleep accidents. Red Nose’s goal is to reduce this number to zero. Jane Wiggill, Health and Advocacy Manager at Red Nose and a registered nurse and midwife, is encouraging the Penrith community to help as they celebrate their 30th anniversary of Red Nose Day today (Friday, June 29). “30 years ago, the Australian community dug deep for the first Red Nose Day – at a time when Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) was especially prevalent,” she said. “This year, on Friday, June 29, we are asking Australians to again do the same. “In the past 30 years, the landscape has changed. We have saved almost 10,000 babies’ and childrens’ lives through research, and evidence-based safe sleeping education programs. “We have invested almost $17 million into research. “We continue to provide support to families impacted by the death of a child.”

Supporting Red Nose Day: Panthers cheerleaders Paige Ward and Kirsten Collins Red Nose believes there will one day be a future where no child dies suddenly and unexpectedly during pregnancy, infancy, or in childhood, and is pledging to reduce this number to zero with the help and generosity of the community. “We pledge to do this by continuing to fund lifesaving research, and by continuing to educate Australian families, new parents, and health professionals with current and scientific evidence that we know reduces these deaths,” Ms Wiggill said.

“This year, for the 30th anniversary of Red Nose Day, our ask is simple: a little give, for a little life,” she said. “Your donation and support will help us fund critical and vital research that will save little lives. It’s that simple.” Exciting Red Nose Day products available this year include the iconic red noses, car noses, truck noses, plush toy characters as well as pens and wristbands available at Big W, Spotlight, CUA branches, as well as online at www. rednoseday.com.au.

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courage. Now, you can rediscover your creativity through Penrith’s first paint and sip studio, Pinot and Picasso.

Opened by locals Aaron Carrasco and James Crowe, the studio embodies the changing culture of Penrith, with sell out bookings and even a private function since launching at the start of this month. “I don’t think you could say we were born passionate painters, but we saw an opportunity, that this was becoming quite big in the city,” Mr Carrasco said. “It’s a good test if people from Penrith

are willing to go all the way in to the city to do stuff. The culture of Penrith is changing and people just want another form of entertainment.” Just three weeks after Mr Carrasco first sent Mr Crowe a message with the business idea, the pair signed the lease for their studio. Six weeks later, they were open. Located at the High Street end of Castlereagh Street, for $59, you’re provided with seating, an easel, paint brushes and paint, a canvas, and glassware for your favourite drop. Hosts will walk you through the various steps involved in painting the artworks along to a great soundtrack and incredible atmosphere. “You book your session online, you roll in and it’s all ready. They’ve got their canvas, easel, rag, brushes and paint ready to go,” Mr Crowe said. Sessions last for roughly three hours, and while there is the option to pre-book amazing grazing boards, the venue is BYO food and drink to cater to all tastes. Private functions are also available. For bookings, visit www.pinotandpicasso. com.au.

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CAR SECURITY BEGINS AT HOME DID YOU KNOW 70% OF LATE MODEL VEHICLES ACROSS AUSTRALIA WERE STOLEN WITH THEIR OWN KEYS? As part of Operation Bounce Back Penrith City Council will be talking to the community about protecting themselves from becoming a victim of motor vehicle theft. Visit us at one of our pop-up stalls on the following days: 1-3pm, Wednesday 11 July Jordan Springs Shopping Centre, Watergum Drive, Jordan Springs 10am-12pm, Wednesday 18 July Glenmore Park Shopping Centre, Town Terrace, Glenmore Park

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Jacob negotiates his way to international competition LAUREN SUTTIE

outh Penrith local Jacob Deigan is set to put his negotiating skills to the test as he represents Australia in one of the oldest and most prestigious law competitions. Heading to Wales earlier this week, Mr Deigan has joined other university law students from around the world to compete in the 21st International Negotiation Competition. “I am a lover of negotiation and I compete every chance I get,” he said. “To travel overseas and be competing as Team Australia on the world stage is a massive honour and privilege.” Studying a Bachelor of Laws at the University of Notre Dame, Mr Deigan began competing in his third year and found it to be a great outlet. Since then he has had number of successes, currently holding the title of Australian Law Student Association Negotiation Champion and two-time Clayton Utz/ NSW Young Lawyers Negotiation Champion. “I decided to continue with the competitions when I saw what an asset the negotiation skills were to me in everyday life,” he said. The educational competition, which sees teams of two try to resolve a mock conflict and negotiate a settlement between two or more parties, will run

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ommunity Junction Inc youth spaces is set to host its annual fundraiser, where everyone walks away a winner. Running for the past five years, the car wash fundraiser on Monday, July 16 will see locals driving away in sparkly clean cars, as youths aim to raise money for their end of year camp. But Youth Projects Coordinator at Community Junction Inc, Monique

Ready, said the fundraiser was about more than just raising money. “The best thing about the fundraiser is that not only are we raising money for their camp but it’s also allowing these young people to contribute to the community themselves,” she said. Running from 10.30am to 2.30pm at Mint Fresh SUPA IGA on Dunheved Road, have your car washed for $10. With this year’s camp to be held at Nora Head Holiday Park, it is hoped they can raise as much money as possible to put towards their $3,000 target.

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here were no shock angles, no tales of drama or sickness and no heartbreaking back story when Australian country rock trio The Wolfe Brothers first appeared on ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ in 2012. It was just two brothers and their good mate, who connected with audiences through their original songs and their love for music. And while Tom Wolfe admitted he does

cringe a little when looking back on the experience, he said that their time on the show ultimately set the trio up for what was to come. “I look back on it and I’m very proud of it, but I do cringe a little bit,” he laughed. “I think a lot of people saw us and went ‘oh, hang on, there’s no drama back story, it’s just guys who love playing music together’ and I think people connected with that. “Doing our songs on national TV, we were very grateful, and I think it set us up to be able to tour.” Six years after finishing second, the Tasmanian trio have just released their fourth album, ‘Country Heart’.

Debuting a completely new sound, Tom said that the group had gone into the writing process knowing they wanted a change. “We thought we can do the country rock sound forever, but we were all really ready to take it further and take it new places,” he said. “There has been a lot of growth musically, but it’s been in a really positive way. “The songs are definitely more us and more authentic than they have ever been and people just seem to be connecting with it on another level, so that is really encouraging for us.” After losing their father in late 2016, the brothers have since taken on his legacy,

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here is no question that Penrith’s last start effort against the Sydney Roosters a fortnight ago was a disappointing backwards step in the side’s march towards September. It was the Panthers’ worst defeat of the season but in many ways, you could feel it coming. The enormity of the injury crisis, the pressure of the Origin period and the side’s slow starts in plenty of matches this year were at some stage going to culminate in a performance like that. The important thing for Penrith is to brush it off and get moving again. With three straight home games coming up, starting this Saturday afternoon against Manly, Anthony Griffin’s men have the

perfect opportunity to solidify their spot in the top four. The Sea Eagles have had an injury crisis of their own this year and combined with off-field issues, it’s been a season to forget for the Manly faithful. They are in horrible form, having not won since that fiery round 11 clash against Melbourne some six weeks ago. And it just gets worse for the Sea Eagles with Akuila Uate out for the season with an ankle injury and Kiwi representative Martin Taupau struggling to make it back from Denver due to flight delays. The Panthers expect their NSW Origin trio of James Maloney, Nathan Cleary and Tyrone Peachey to back up after Sunday night’s epic victory over Queensland, and you would think they bring plenty of confidence back into the camp. Any lingering negativity surrounding that loss to the Roosters a couple of weeks ago should be

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put to bed by a triumphant Maloney and Cleary, who would still be beaming after that performance on Sunday. Penrith can take plenty out of Sunday night’s Origin as far as their own game plan is concerned for this match against Manly. It was a never-say-die effort from the Blues, where they made every tackle count and never gave up on the play. If the Panthers can play for each other, and keep their heads high despite that misstep against the Roosters, they should be able to topple Trent Barrett’s depleted Sea Eagles with relative ease. Maloney and Cleary are definitely the key on Saturday. A controlled game plan will get Penrith home – especially given the side’s record at Panthers Stadium this year. Penrith will miss injured prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard but on the plus side welcome back Moses Leota and Viliame

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Kikau, the latter of whom will add a strike opportunity Penrith severely missed against the Roosters. Without Campbell-Gillard, it’ll be up to others to step up and deliver Penrith the minutes and enthusiasm their moustachebearing friend does. Enter Jack Hetherington and Trent Merrin. One is young and desperate to be unleashed for more game time, the other is an experienced campaigner who knows how to get the job done when everything is on the line. Both need to deliver on Saturday. Manly do welcome back Dylan Walker at five-eighth, creating a strong halves partnership with Daly Cherry-Evans, but will it be enough? It’s hard to go past a Penrith team that has done so well this season, especially when the Sea Eagles have been so poor. If things go to plan, this could be a massacre. Tip: Panthers by 16

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HOOK’S SAFE – I THINK » Fresh rumours that emerged last

weekend over Penrith coach Anthony Griffin’s future at the Panthers are way off the mark according to club officials I’ve spoken to. Griffin is on track to guide the Panthers to a third consecutive Finals series and given he’s done it with a crippling injury crisis, he should be praised versus having his role questioned. Talk that he’s lost the dressing room is just silly. That said, the fact that these rumours keep emerging does make you wonder if there is an underlying issue somewhere in the Penrith structure. I do get a little feeling not all is as well as it’s being portrayed, but any talk of Griffin being dumped is certainly overblown.

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» Origin stars James Maloney, Nathan

Cleary and Tyrone Peachey will all back up to play for Penrith against Manly on Saturday, but were given a few days off this week to soak up the Blues’ historic victory. They didn’t return to training with the Panthers until Thursday. Meanwhile, Kiwi stars Dallin Watene-Zelezniak and James Fisher-Harris were delayed in Denver due to weather issues and have also had limited training leading up to Saturday’s game.

» I’m told the Panthers are more con-

fident than ever that Nathan Cleary will stay at the club beyond his current contract. The 20-year-old’s new home at Thornton is nearly complete, and Cleary seems content with life in Penrith. Why wouldn’t he be? Things are going along swimmingly at present.

» Rumours emerged last week linking a

key Penrith forward with South Sydney. I’m told the story is off the mark and the talented powerhouse is going nowhere.

» Meanwhile, speculation about Manly

forward Lloyd Perrett joining the Panthers before June 30 has also been hosed down.

» The Panthers will introduce pet

memberships for the first time next year, meaning your furry friends will be able to show their Panther Pride. Pricing has not

yet been confirmed. Several clubs offer pet memberships as part of their membership options, and there’s a reasonably solid take-up from die hard fans.

» It was hoped that Waqa Blake would

return for Saturday’s game against Manly but it now appears more likely he’ll be back against the Warriors next week instead. The powerhouse centre is back running after ankle surgery, but is at least another week away from being cleared to return.

» The Panthers will pay tribute to

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first time Wallace has seen the home fans since he announced his shock retirement earlier this month due to chronic injuries. The Panthers are pushing the #ThanksWal hashtag, offering free posters to the crowd on Saturday and will have a special presentation for the tough as nails 32-year-old.

» The Gold Coast Titans are said to be

shopping around former Panthers forward Bryce Cartwright, just six months after he joined the club. The 23-year-old is really struggling at the Titans with his fresh start turning into a disaster. The problem for the Titans is that apart from a couple of low-ball offers, no other club

is interested in Cartwright’s services. The Panthers actually have first dibs on Cartwright as part of their deal to release him to the Titans, but have little interest in seeing him return to the foot of the Mountains at this stage.

» Panthers prop Nick Lui-Toso has signed a contract extension which will see him remain with the club until at least the end of 2020. Meanwhile, Liam Coleman has also signed a new contract with the Panthers.

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enrith rookie Jack Hetherington is known for being a bit of a ‘loose cannon’ on the field, so much so that the club’s media department held him back from conducting interviews for a few months because they were a little wary as to how he would approach the press. Extra Time finally got the chance to interview the 22-year-old forward from country NSW this week and – to the media manager’s delight – all went off without a hitch. Born in Canberra and growing up in the small town of Young, Hetherington was destined to play rugby league. His grandfather, Roosters legend Bill Mullins. His father, Raiders workhorse Jack Hetherington. And his uncle, Brett Mullins, was one of the most exciting players of the ‘90s. So how does a player with strong ties to

Canberra and the Roosters end up making his first grade debut at Penrith? It all began roughly six years ago when Panthers boss Phil Gould and recruitment officer Jim Jones made the four-hour journey to Young to watch some good old fashioned bush footy. “I was playing in a rep team down there and Jimmy Jones and Gus travelled to Young to watch,” Hetherington recalled. “We had a chat and I was close to signing with Penrith when I was 16 but I got scared, I thought I’d get homesick.” Hetherington continued to ply his trade in the country for a few years before the Roosters snared him for their Holden Cup team. Gould then came calling again, and Hetherington joined the Panthers. “It was always a dream to play footy and try and be like Dad, Uncle and Pop. I never really expected to be at Penrith but I am and I am loving it,” Hetherington admitted. “I often hear from Dad and Pop, they ring me all the time and tell me what I’m doing wrong. They tell me to pull my head in.”

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rad Fittler’s friendship with Greg Alexander dates back to the mid1980s when Freddy used to hang out with Brandy’s late brother, Ben, at their Penrith home. “I was 22 and well into my first grade career when I came across Freddy. He was best mates with my younger brother and that’s when I first met him as a 15-yearold,” Alexander recalled on 2GB this week. “I have known him for a long time and we’ve been through a lot together – a lot on the football field and a lot off it. He was the best man at my wedding and we go back a long way.” It’s obvious the pair have shared many memorable moments together – some good and some bad – but last Sunday’s State of Origin series win over the once mighty Queensland Maroons could be one of their finest moments to date. With Fittler as coach and Alexander as

his trusted advisor, the former Panthers duo made NSW great again, just like they did at Penrith nearly three decades earlier. Alexander said he couldn’t have been prouder of his old mate, Freddy. “This was the first time I’ve seen Freddy up close and personal as a coach. I was super impressed with him and I gave him a hug last night and told him how proud I was of him,” he said. Speaking on Channel Nine post-match, Fittler’s sentiments towards Alexander were just as poignant. “He’s been my filter, my rock, a bit of everything. He’s a beauty and I couldn’t have done it without him,” Fittler said. But the Penrith connection throughout this year’s State of Origin series didn’t end there, with four current players working their backsides off on the field to bring glory back to NSW. While Reagan Campbell-Gillard was unable to play in Origin II due to injury, nothing was stopping James Maloney, Nathan Cleary and Tyrone Peachey from doing their club and local fans proud.

Greg Alexander hugging Nathan Cleary and Angus Crichton post-match. Photo: NRL Photos For Maloney, it was his first series win in four attempts while Cleary, Peachey and Campbell-Gillard would have felt all their Christmases had come at once, winning on their first try. “I think it’s special when you’ve been in this arena before and fallen just short a couple of times,” Maloney said. “There’s a lot of guys in there (sheds) that have played their first series and this is what Origin is – they come in and win a

series. But there is a few of us in there that probably understand a little bit more how special it is.” 20-year-old Cleary said winning Origin was “the best feeling ever”. “This is the best night of my life. To do it alongside these boys is an absolute pleasure, it was unbelievable,” he said. NSW will look to clean sweep the series when they take on Queensland at Suncorp Stadium on July 11.

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he State of New South Wales is still cheering the Blues, and nowhere should it be louder than Penrith. The Panthers provided four pieces to the playing puzzle that marooned the Maroons – Regan Campbell-Gillard (unavailable for Origin II), Tyrone Peachey off the bench and halves Nathan Cleary and James Maloney. The unflappable Cleary pulled of a huge play with his desperate cover tackle on Valentine Holmes. Maloney weighed in with two try-assists and a perfect kicking game. If that’s not enough for Penrith fans, wait, there’s a whole lot more. Maloney and Cleary are set to play the whole series together and history tell us that clubs who provide the NSW No.6 and No.7 for the full series have a great record at the back end of the club season. Let’s make it really clear. Same club. Both halves. NSW. All series. Great record. Here it is. In 2014, Canterbury’s Trent Hodkinson and Josh Reynolds steered New South Wales to Origin success. They finished the year in a Grand Final, beaten by the

fairytale that was South Sydney’s first Premiership in 43 years. In 2013, Maloney and Pearce combined for NSW and the Roosters. They finished the year arm in arm as Grand Final winners against Manly. You have to go back to 1994 to find the next club mates in the NSW halves for all three games – Canberra’s Laurie Daley and Ricky Stuart. The Raiders won the Grand Final 36-12 against Canterbury. They were on state duty together 12 months earlier as well when they finished in the top four. Before that, it was Parramatta’s Peter Sterling and Brett Kenny in 1986. After orchestrating a series sweep against Queensland, they combined to beat Canterbury on Grand Final Day 4-2. So that’s it. Five times. One top four finish. One beaten Grand Final appearance. Three Premierships. So much for Origin hangovers! The Panthers, safely in the top four as you read this, are tracking to continue the trend. Go ahead Penrith fans. Cheer NSW. Cheer Cleary and Maloney. Cheer what history

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JAMIE SOWARD The match was very physical and the altitude in Denver certainly played a part. I was speaking with some of the Kiwi boys at the hotel after the game and they really enjoyed the week in Denver, testing their bodies in altitude etc. While New Zealand fell away to England in the end, I thought Penrith fullback Dallin Watene-Zelezniak was best for the Kiwis closely followed by Esan Marsters from the Tigers. Dallin was pretty rapt afterwards and said it might take him a little longer to recover than usual. As for the future of this Test in the US, of course it has its critics but taking this match overseas can only benefit the international game moving forward. In the future I’d really love to see Tonga and Samoa also go to Denver and play as the curtain-raiser to England versus New Zealand. Now how good would that be! Finally, I’d like to congratulate both teams for making the journey and creating an amazing spectacle, with the only real downsides to the trip being the shocking rendition of the New Zealand national anthem and me guzzling down four burgers in 48 hours.

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where in the world I could take it I would take it,” Bennett said. “I just hope they invite us back next year because I want to be here, the team want to be here, it is a great facility and a great atmosphere.”

been named as the countdown continues to the naming of rugby league’s next immortal in August. The list is Dally Messenger, Frank Burge, Dave Brown, Brian Bevan, Duncan Hall, Norm Provan, Ken Irvine, Ron Coote, Mal Meninga and Darren Lockyer.

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performed reasonably well when it came to TV ratings last Friday night. 343,000 watched on Channel Nine, while just over 100,000 tuned in on Fox League. It’s a far cry from the ratings for the men’s game, but a huge step forward for women’s rugby league.

» History was created both on and off the

field on Sunday night with sportsbet.com. au paying out over $4 million to punters on the State of Origin game – the biggest ever payout in the company’s history. Via its 8 Up State of Origin promotion, Sportsbet paid out $3.12 million to punters who backed Queensland when the Maroons went up 8-0 in the 19th minute. NSW fought back to take an 18-10 lead, forcing the online bookmaker to payout just under $1 million to punters who backed the Blues.

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Aaron Woods has ended his short stint with the Bulldogs, joining Cronulla on a three and a half year deal effective immediately. “Aaron is a quality player and I am confident he can add something to our team this year and into the future,” Sharks coach Shane Flanagan said.

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Hastings, who will most likely take up an offer in England. In the wake of his controversial relationship with the Sea Eagles ending, Hastings posted the following on Instagram: “Never regret anything that has happened in your life. It cannot be changed, undone or forgotten. So take it as a lesson and move on.”

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» Sharks half Chad Townsend has a keen

interest in joining the media post-footy, and is particularly fond of radio. He dipped his toe in the water recently when he joined Macquarie Sports Radio for its weekend forum segment as a panel member.

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return to Leichhardt Oval on Sunday when he plays his first game for the Wests Tigers since re-joining the club. “Not in my wildest dreams did I think I’d be playing another game at Leichhardt,” Farah said on Tuesday. “For me this Sunday will be a nice day, I’ll have a lot of family and friends out there.”

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Master of Ceremonies, Paul Hancock, will also be returning for 2018. An everpopular crowd favourite, Paul is hugely excited to bring the Awards to the local area for another year. The presentation evening will be held at Panthers Exhibition Marquee on Wednesday, July 4. Tickets are strictly limited, and are available online at www.thebusinessawards.com.au, or call Precedent Productions on 8577 5060. “The Penrith City Local Business Awards is made possible only through the generous support and encouragement of our major sponsors, NOVA Employment and Penrith Panthers and support sponsors, Bx Networking, Nepean Regional Security, ACR Business Systems, Nepean Village, Lennox Village, Southlands Shopping Centre, BizCover, Vintage FM and the Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce,” Mr Loe said. “Without them, we would not be able to celebrate the wonderful small businesses that make Penrith City the prosperous commercial area that it is.” The Western Weekender is the Media Partner for this year’s Awards. “We’re excited to be partnering with the awards for the first time,” said Weekender Sales Director, Chris Pennisi. For more information, visit www. thebusinessawards.com.au. Meet the finalists: Turn the page to start checking out the finalists who are vying for the top honours at this year’s Penrith City Local Business Awards.

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Service & Trade • All Aspects Handyman Service • All In One Backyard Solutions • Amy’s Alterations and Schoolwear • ATS Awnings & Additions • Beesafe Travel • Bentley’s Wardrobes & Kitchens • Deebeez Domestic & Commercial Services • Fresh Perspective Landscapes • Genesis Air Conditioning • Leisure Pools Sydney • Lower Mountains Air Conditoning • Luke Jacobs Constructions • The Busy Bubbles Laundrette • Thorntek • Western Sydney Pool Shop • Your Style Concrete

Sole Trader • Affordable Mortgage Solutions • edUcatered • Erin Miller Massage • Just Social Media • Justine Milne Celebrant • Little Kickers Penrith & Surrounding Districts • Neds Airport Shuttle Service • The Pest Control Shop

Specialised Business • AMA Events Management • Cosmetic Culture • Crossbones Gallery • Grace Funerals • Impact Party Hire • Matt’s Skip Bins • Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler • Nepean Solar Solutions • The Creative Fringe • Thorndale Foundation

Specialised Retail Business • Australia Post - Southlands Shopping Centre • Australian Geographic Westfield Penrith • Bangoon Baby • Civic Video - South Penrith • Country Brewer - Nepean • Dcomp • Hello World Travel - Penrith • helloworld - Lennox Village • One Stop Cake Decorations • Priceline • T2 - Westfield Penrith • Yes Optus Penrith • Ziera Shoes Penrith

Business Person of the Year • Affordable Mortgage Solutions • Australia Post - Southlands Shopping Centre • Destiny Jewellers - Westfield Penrith • Harvey Carr Realty • Heirloom Body Care • Informed Health Nutritional Wellbeing Centre • Jabalna Lebanese Cuisine • Kingswood Florist • Little Zaks Academy • Lollylicious • Mr Watkins • Nepean Speech and Occupational Therapy • Real Homes Realty • SCB Legal • Southlands Estate Agents Southlands Shopping Centre • The Glam Lab • The Loans Suite

Youth Award • Destiny Jewellers - Westfield Penrith • Heartland Holden - Penrith • Jabalna Lebanese Cuisine • Kids Academy - Regentville • Little House of Coffee • Performance Art Western Sydney (PAWS) • Real Homes Realty • Salts of the Earth - Penrith • The Day Spa Penrith Jorja James Spa

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AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

We are a family owned and operated manufacturer of high quality, reliable trailers for both commercial and residential use. With a deep understanding of the industry and the critical features that customers demand, we offer the best value in durable trailers, never compromising on quality. Offering a wide range of trailers and trailer accessories designed for a variety of uses and purposes, we customize any trailer to meet the unique needs of each customer and are dedicated to delivering the highest quality trailer for the money anywhere in Australia.

Come in and see us this winter for a hot pie with mushy peas and gravy! It’s just YUM!

www.polespatisserie.com Nepean Village Shopping Centre Station Street, Penrith | 4722 5903

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info@southern-cross-trailers.com.au www.southern-cross-trailers.com.au 38 Cox Ave, Kingswood | 47 292 838

Thank you to all of our customers for voting for us, we are super excited to be a finalist!

BEAUTY SERVICES

CATEGORY-BEAUTY & SERVICE BEAUTY SERVICES

MID YEAR SALE NOW ON ENDS 14TH JULY | T&C APPLY

Blaxland

For nominating us & for the support which has been vital to the success of our business.

27 Riley St, Penrith P: 4732 2277 www.chicskinandlaserclinics.com.au “The service you love and so much more”

blissfulbeautyblaxland@outlook.com blissfulbeautyblaxland.com Shop G, 134 Great Western Highway, Blaxland 4739 5321

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Blissful Beauty is a small, family owned & operated business. Our boutique beauty salon, located in the lower Blue Mountains, offers all beauty services from specialised treatments to pure relaxation! Our therapists are friendly and highly trained. We specialise in eyebrow design and lash treatments (incl Lash Lifts & Extensions) and offer waxing for men and women, facials, body massage, manicure & pedicure treatments, spray tans and make-up for formals, events and weddings.

Keep an eye out in the 13th July edition for the winners feature

Revive Urban Health Retreat

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CAFÉ

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info@littlehouseofcoffee.com.au | littlehouseofcoffee.com.au Cnr of Northern Rd and Castle Rd, Orchard Hills Located within Flower Power Penrith | 0410 052 883

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revive@atmospherefitness.com.au revivehealthretreat.com.au 8/16-19 Lambridge Place, Penrith (02) 4760 0709

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CAFÈ

The Brew Lab Our team at The Brew Lab wish to extend our thanks to our loyal customers for their continued support. The Days are long, but the coffee is strong!

L&K Fam in only 2 months of opening, you all have shown soooo much love, support and appreciation! It has been a pleasure to serve all of you! Stay tuned for new, bigger and better things at L&K Espresso!

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62/72 Batt Street, Jamisontown 0416 779 644 www.facebook.com/lkespressoo

info@brewlabcafe.com.au www.facebook.com/brewlabcafe Shop 1, 134-138 Henry Street, Penrith WW34121 0448 789 828

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EDUCATION SERVICES

HVTC Sydney: HVTC is one of Australia’s oldest Group Training Organisations and has provided employment and training opportunities to more than 20,000 apprentices and trainees across regional NSW since 1981. HVTC works closely with business and industry to deliver specialised and flexible workforce solutions including recruiting and managing quality apprentices and trainees, psychometric testing, short or long term labour hire, and safety Inspections. Also an Apprenticeship Network provider, HVTC is a one-stop-shop for apprentices and employers as they can job match, advise on best training options, facilitate personalised mentoring, and manage the paper work associated with employer incentives and Trade Support Loans.

2229 Castlereagh Road, Penrith Phone 4721 0099 | www.hvtc.com.au

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Nepean Tutoring Nepean Tutoring is an award winning community focused tutoring and educational business that has enjoyed huge successes in its six years of operation. We offer a range of learning modes, price structures and choices of subject areas to meet the individual learning needs of our clients. While our aim is to improve student’s grades, our focus is to encourage confidence and enthusiasm to learn in keeping with 21st century notions of best practice pedagogy.

nepeantutoring@gmail.com www.nepeantutoring.com.au Rosslyn McHenery | 0402 339 217

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Costi’s Fresh & Cooked Seafood Our Australian Seafood products are the very foundation upon which we base our business. Visit our store and you can expect to find the freshest seasonal crustaceans, fresh fillets, cutlets and steaks, the majority of which are from Australian and New Zealand seas.

Shop 17, Nepean Village Corner of Woodriff St & Station St 4731 4178 WW34149

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FAST FOOD/TAKEAWAY

FITNESS SERVICES

Luddenham Burger Bar Luddenham Burger Bar is a tasty takeaway specialising in delicious Burgers and Fries! We provide a homemade taste to your normal run-of-the-mill takeaway. All of us at Luddenham Burger Bar would like to thank our supporters and wish all of the finalists the best of luck.

FITNESS SERVICES

info@atmospherefitness.com.au atmospherefitness.com.au 9, 16-19 Lambridge Pl, Penrith | 4760 0700

FLORIST

Originally started in 1980, Kingswood Florist has been located on the Great Western Highway in Kingswood for over 30 years. Conveniently located five minutes out of the Penrith CBD, we are next to the Nepean Hospital and opposite Kingswood Train Station.

F45 Training South Penrith is a group-training facility that features the most dynamic and effective training style to date by offering a 45 minute High-Intensity, Circuit Training workout for our studio members. The workouts are created by the F45 Athletics and Peak Performance Department from a database of over 3,000 different exercises, so our members never get the same workout twice.

We are the only store in the Western Sydney area that specialises in balloon decor AND floral design together, and are the only balloon decor business in Western Sydney that delivers and installs on site.

The classes at South Penrith F45 are delivered by highly-capable and charismatic coaches, leading our members in not only the workouts but also motivating them to reach their potential in all aspects of their fitness journey. Our coaches come from varying different backgrounds such as Military, Teaching, Landscaping, IT etc, bringing this life experience with them to their coaching along with a wealth of fitness, nutrition, rehabilitation and health knowledge.

We sell and deliver fresh, quality flowers locally, nationally and internationally because we believe that flowers radiate emotion for all occasions, and speaks volumes where words fail.

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southpenrith@f45training.com.au www.f45training.com.au/southpenrith Shop 2, 55-61 York Road, Jamisontown 0432 819 849

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FLORIST To all our amazing customers, we thank you for your support and we truly love our local community. The reaction to our flowers and services offered have been amazing. We are truly blessed to have such a supportive community. Emu Florist has been servicing the greater Western Sydney and Blue Mountains for over 43 years, specialising in Weddings and Corporate Events. Flowers by Jaroon is located at Emu Florist (Lennox Village Emu Plains) & Glenmore Park Florist (Glenmore Park Town Centre, Glenmore Park). We offer delivery 7 days a week, with a 5pm cut off for same day delivery.

sales@emuflorist.com.au | www.emuflorist.com.au | 4735 1106

FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SHOP

orders@glenbrookgreengrocer.com glenbrookgreengrocer.com Shop 1. 31 Park St Glenbrook 4739 6735

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Our team at Diamonds Hair and Beauty are committed to providing friendly and professional services for the whole family. We offer all hairdressing services, waxing, makeup; piercings are also available in our beautiful relaxed salon. We use only quality hair and beauty products and offer a variety of retail products for clients to maintain their new hair style at home. We are located in Jordan Springs, located upstairs above the Chemist and Medical centre. Staff training is a big part of our business. We have internal training where our product supplier’s technician spends a full day with us, keeping us up to date with the latest products and techniques. We also send staff to external courses which is a great way for them to perfect their skills. Clients can contact us via phone or our website and Facebook.

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www.blitzhairdressing.com 13/470 High St, Penrith (02) 4721 5403

deanne@diamondshair.com.au diamondshairandbeauty.com.au 13/65 Watergum Drive, Jordan Springs 8834 1383

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Azz Hair Design At Azz Hair Design, our professional stylists offer everything you need. We offer Cut, Colour, Perming, Chemical Straightening, treatments and up styles. Azz Hair Designâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience in preparing you for bridal parties, weddings, formals or any occasion is second to none. If you would just like to relax or you are going to an event, come in to arrange everything you and your hair needs .

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Thank you to all our clients for your continuous loyalty.

Equal Image Based in the heart of Penrith for the better part of 20 years, Equal Image has continued to deliver a must-have experience. Through the incredible changes to Nepean Village; alongside our recent renovations, we have a vibrant new look in salon and digitally. We have introduced a range of services and salon only products so we can provide the best possible service for every person who walks through our door. Being recognised as Finalist brings the salon such joy and something to strive for each year, simply being selected is such an honour. We foresee an expansion in growth, development, creativity, knowledge and design. WW33949

equalimage28@gmail.com equalimage.com.au Cnr of Station St and Woodriff St Shop 28 Nepean Village, Penrith | 4721 0004

122-144 Station St, Penrith Located Inside Nepean Village (02) 4731 4799

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The team at Nepean Speech and Occupational Therapy (NSPOT) take pride in the fact that they are the original paediatric speech pathology practice in Penrith (est 1986), and are still going strong! This is due to the fact that they are highly respected for their excellence in service delivery, their caring attitude to our clients, their innovation in therapy techniques and great team culture. The team at NSPOT care about their clients. They believe that every child is special and that they have the right to be able to function in their every day lives in the same way as their peers. In order to help their clients more, Occupational Therapy was added as an additional service in 2018. This enabled NSPOT to become a holistic multidisciplinary practice, giving children with autism spectrum disorder and other special needs the opportunity to access both speech and occupational therapy services under the same roof, and access to individual, joint and group speech and occupational therapy sessions.

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www.nspot.com.au Level 2, 9 Tindale Street, Penrith | 4721 4766

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HOME-BASED BUSINESS With a passion for all things residential property and assisting clients achieve their dream to own a home, Kristi Towns and the team of the award winning Towns Conveyancing Services are your answer to quality, ethical and outstanding conveyancing service. Based in South Penrith and with a collective of over 30+ years’ experience you can be assured you’re in safe hands. Towns Conveyancing Services appreciates the opportunity the Local Business Awards provides to build our business profile and success. We congratulate all Local Businesses that are participating in this year’s Local Business Awards. We also thank all our loyal supporters to help us achieve greatness.

kristi@townsconveyancing.com.au | www.townsconveyancing.com.au/ 1 Kennedy Dr, South Penrith | 4731 2483

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NEW BUSINESS

Once Upon A Time Kids Sleepover Parties has only been running for a year and in that time we have seen so many excited and happy faces. Being able to create stunning sleepover parties for the community and now being a finalist is extremely rewarding and fulfilling.

Reign Elite opened in January 2018 and was created with incredible passion and love for everything cheer, dance and tumble. We are more than just a ‘dance school’. We are committed to assist athletes reach their full potential, specialising in kids fitness and conditioning. Our mission is to create an elite environment where our athletes feel inspired and share the passion for the growing sports of Cheer, Dance and Tumbling. At Reign Elite we want to build well-rounded athletes through positive learning experiences, self-motivation and hard work. Reign Elite provides opportunities for athletes to develop confidence, sportsmanship, respect, a strong work ethic, make lifelong friendships and most importantly to have FUN!

www.onceuponatimekidssleepoverparties.com

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admin@reignelite.net | www.reignelite.net/ 29-35 Camden Street, Penrith 0423 240 505 WW33907

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NEW BUSINESS

Salts of the Earth Penrith Salts of the Earth Penrith only opened on 3 November 2017; to have been nominated as a finalist in the New Business category is a true honour. We would like to extend our gratitude to our amazing clients and the wonderful Penrith community for their continuous support.

At Affordable Conveyancing Solutions we specialise in all kinds of property transactions including residential sales, purchases and refinances.

Take advantage of our superior service by giving us a call for a free Consultation and free Salt Therapy Session.

Our aim is to provide you with quality conveyancing services at minimal cost and minimal inconvenience to you. We are a dedicated conveyancing practice, and therefore can focus on your particular matter, keeping you advised throughout the whole process. As buying or selling a home is likely to be one of the biggest financial decisions you will ever make, it is important that you use an experienced conveyancer that you can trust.

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affordableconveyancing@bigpond.com affordableconveyancingsolutions.com.au 6 Paul Close, Cranebrook | 4729 3347

Salt Therapy is a natural complementary therapy. Regular Salt Therapy sessions may help relieve the symptoms of a range of respiratory and skin conditions, improve sleep, assist athletic performance and promote general health and wellbeing.

penrith@saltsoftheearth.com.au www.saltsoftheearth.com.au Suite 1, 76 Henry Street, Penrith 02 4722 2279

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NEW BUSINESS

Premier Staffing is a brand talent partner: we connect our clients with exceptional people who will power their brand, and we connect brilliant candidates with roles they’ll love in exciting industries. We’re deeply invested in the brands we work with; understanding each client, its market and its culture inside out, and the capabilities and qualities of the people who’ll shine there. We cast our net beyond those who are actively looking, presenting people who are highly competent, passionate and brand-savvy. We’re deeply invested in our candidates too; recognising the skills and competencies that drive a brand forward – we match exactly the right person with exactly the right role for them.

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premierstaffing.com.au Premier Staffing, Suite 3, 36 Woodriff Street, Penrith | 4709 6120

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NEW BUSINESS Thor’s is Penrith’s ﬁrst pet-friendly Café Thor’s is situated in the heart of Penrith. We offer homestyle food and great coffee without breaking your budget! Thank you to all of our valued customers, both human and pet, for your continued support.

thorscafe.com | bookings@thorscafe.com | 4721 0292 NK Centre, Shop 2, 450 High Street, Penrith (opposite Chemist Warehouse) WW33909

NEW BUSINESS

Keep an eye out in the 13th July edition for the winners feature

With over 20 years of experience in Conveyancing, Kristen has extensive knowledge to ensure a smooth property transaction. Whether you are looking at buying or selling a house, unit, vacant land or new development, Rise Conveyancing is dedicated to providing you with quality advice clearly outlining your rights and obligations. Rise Conveyancing is more than your traditional conveyancing firm, we tailor our services to meet your needs by offering advice in plain English, a mobile service as well as afterhours appointments and fixed price packages ensuring you have financial certainty from the start of your transaction

NEW BUSINESS The Team Helping Small Businesses Grow

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kristen@riseconveyancing.com.au www.riseconveyancing.com.au PO Box 88, Emu Plains | 0447 484 907

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Joe@localareamktg.com.au localareamktg.com.au PO Box 8277, Glenmore Park 0404 767 482 WW33963

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PET CARE

Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Camille and all the staff at Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital wish to thank everyone who voted for us in the 2018 Penrith City Local Business Awards. We are grateful for the continued support of our clients and their pets.

Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic & the Western Sydney Cat Hospital are fully equipped Small Animal Veterinary Clinics. They were both purpose built in 1996 and 2009 respectively. Both facilities were established with the aim of providing high quality medical and surgical facilities for pets in the Penrith and greater communities. We believe that every pet should come first and be treated with Quality Loving Care and our staff of ten Veterinary Surgeons and twenty nursing staff, allows us to provide that extra attention for each patient.

We won the Pet Care category in 2015 and 2016 and we are looking forward to the 2018 awards presentation!

When clients are making a decision about the care of their pet, they feel reassured to know that they are leaving their health in the hands of a clinic that is caring, kind & loving as well as one that is recognised for best practice standards and excellent quality of service. We see our clients as part of our extended family and we aim to make them feel they have a genuine sense of belonging. Without the support of this extended family we would not be able to provide the services that we do. To all of our family members in the Penrith community we say thank you for entrusting us with your fur-babies.

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myvet@coreenvets.com.au www.cavets.com.au 2/117 Coreen Ave, Penrith | 4731 3055

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377 Wentworth Road, Orchard Hills 4736 2027 camille@orchardhillsvet.com.au www.orchardhillsvet.com.au

PET CARE Everyone at Penrith Vets would like to thank all of our clients and furry friends for their support in the Penrith Business Awards. The joy of our profession comes from the people and pets that we are lucky enough to be able to care for, over many years developing relationships that only time and care can build . We have clients that have been with us for over 30 years, through generations of beautiful, cherished pets that have brought untold happiness and companionship. Thanks to all of those people who have supported us over such a long time.

vets@penrithvet.com.au | penrithvet.com.au 22 Belmore Street, Penrith | Phone: 4721 5494

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PET CARE

Sydney’s Top rated boarding kennel on Google 

The Experts in Pet Minding Services Throughout Sydney Here at Sydney Dog and Cat Boarding, we are passionate about giving pets throughout Sydney a safe, comfortable and enjoyable place to go when their owners are out of town or temporarily unable to take care of them. With a talented team of experienced staff, you can rely on us to provide a luxurious cat and dog minding service that exceeds all others. Find out more about this experienced team.

PET SHUTTLE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE!

info@penrithpetparlour.com.au www.penrithpetparlour.com Shop 15A Riverlands Centre 566 High St, Penrith 4721 2057 WW33843

448 Llandilo Road, Llandilo 1300 651 794 | info@sydneydogandcatboarding.com.au sydneydogandcatboarding.com.au

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Western Sydney Business Centre would like to congratulate all of the 2018 award finalists. As experienced providers of Small Business advice, we recognise the big achievement it is to be acknowledged as a finalist.

Amanda Little & Associates are Penrith’s leading specialised Family Law Firm. We practice in Family Law, Wills and Estates, Conveyances and children’s matters. We specialise in separation, divorce, parenting orders, access to children, child support, Family Court matters and family law mediation. Amanda Little, Principal Solicitor is also a Family Mediator and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. The team at Amanda Little & Associate is dedicated to providing quality legal services to the Penrith District and as members of the community we are committed to supporting and understanding your needs.

Mobile Business Advisors available – Offices across Western Sydney.

We are proud to be finalists in the Local Business Awards.

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reception@amandalittleassociates.com.au www.amandalittleassociates.com.au Suite 10, 86 Henry Street, Penrith (02) 4761 6935 WW34143

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Winter Special!

50% off your first month when you sign up in July Ends July 31st Terms & Conditions Apply

Are you working from home and find yourself getting distracted by the laundry? Are you travelling kms every day to get to a head office, already tired when you arrive? Co-working could be your ideal solution! And before you think it’s all ‘20 somethings building the next generation of apps’ . . . think again.

enquiries@wotso.com www.wotso.com

Prices start from as little as $20 for a daily drop in and you can even trial it for free. There’s a reason we’re a Local Business Awards finalist for 2018 – so come and see why for yourself. (And a big thank you if you’ve already voted for us!) Contact us today to book a tour: enquiries@wotso.com

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WOTSO WorkSpace in Penrith offers open plan desk areas, where you can rent a desk for a day, a month, or longer if that suits. We’re industry inclusive and welcome everyone from plumbers to solicitors, web designers to sales consultants (and app builders too, of course).

With high speed wi-fi on tap, 24/7 secure entry, stocked kitchens, printing facilities and meeting room access all part of our memberships, it’s the ideal way to get your work life balance back and be more productive. Need a little more privacy? We also do lockable serviced offices, available on easy month-tomonth agreements.

95B Station Street Penrith 4722 9948

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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Thank you to everyone who voted for us. It is truly humbling to be a finalist in our category for the 2nd year running.

We strongly believe we can help almost anybody get into a better financial position. Whether it’s helping purchase your first home, helping to reduce rates and repayments, or simply by consolidating your existing loans to reduce overall repayments. We will work with you to help correctly structure your finances and achieve your dreams and goals with minimal hassle.

REAL ESTATE AGENCY

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Fred, owner of Real Homes Realty, would like to extend his appreciation to all of our incredible clients and friends for nominating us.

Complete Recruitment Solutions have been providing Recruitment & HR services to the Penrith region for over 12 years.

“Without your loyalty we would not be the agency we are today or be able to open our second office in Jordan Springs,” he said.

We are a private Recruitment Company with a strong reputation in both the local community and the recruitment industry at large. Our specialist consultants provide recruitment services in all sectors ranging from Executive, Office Support, Sales & Marketing, through to Trades, Technical and Industrial Staff.

reception@realhomesrealty.com.au realhomesrealty.com.au 395 High Street, Penrith | 4722 0444

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“I am thankful to have such a hardworking and dedicated team who have the same vision as me - to offer our clients honest customer service with a wealth of real estate knowledge.”

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Whatever your needs, we have the solution. We are always seeking experienced candidates to work alongside us, assisting our clients grow as Penrith does.

penrith@boq.com.au www.boq.com.au 77 Station St, Penrith | 4723 7650

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info@theloanssuite.com theloanssuite.com.au Shop 12, 69 York Road, Penrith | 4733 4417

We love doing what we do and building relationships with all of our customers.

A huge thank you to all the clients and customers that voted for us this year. Without your support in this way it would be a little more difficult for us to grow and so a big thank you once again. We worked hard to earn your support as you are aware. We look forward to be of more assistance over the coming year. Among the areas we did very well in apart from marketing established homes for those of you that needed to move home, we also succeeded beyond our expectations in the area of sales of ‘off the plan’ dual key properties that for just about all of you meant that you were able to increase the value of your property portfolio without using any of your own cash and better yet without needing to contribute anything toward the cost of holding the property. In fact, Passive income will be or has been the result in the short and long term. We feel this is a spectacular result. We have been able to secure recently, a good supply of homes suitable for those of you wishing to move to a brand new home and enjoy the benefits of living closer to the coast (Central Coast, Newcastle, Port Macquarie and North of Brisbane). In fact you should be able to generate passive income and therefore repay your home loan much more quickly. If you would like to know more about your ability and capacity to create personal wealth in the long term you can attend one of our private seminars held in Penrith or have us come to your place. Call Phil and arrange an appointment. I am happy to discuss initially over the phone, 0412 355 020 or by email: shaley@bigpond.net.au if preferred.

remax-lifestylemarketing.com.au 233 High Street Penrith | Phone: 4732 6007

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sittanos@gmail.com | www.sittanos.com.au Shop R3 Riley Street, Westfield Penrith | Phone: 4722 4444

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RESTAURANT

Located at the foot of the mountains and at Sydney International Regatta Centre, Lakeside offers tranquillity by the water’s edge and a great dining experience. At Lakeside it’s always about the customers and their needs - they are part of our family and we value them as such. So, if you are seeking that dining experience or a venue for your wedding or next function, where else offers you so much. A sincere thanks to all of you that have taken the time to put our name forward for this fantastic award and we sincerely hope to continue to serve you for many years to come. The great team at Lakeside Established since 1984, the most well known Chinese restaurant in Penrith, seats up to 120 people, private function room (no hire charge), excellent Chinese cuisine, specialists in seafood, catering for all functions, open 7 days lunch and dinner, discount on take-away and home delivery (limited area), all major credit cards accepted, recently expanded and fully refurbished. WW33791

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www.lakesiderestaurant.com.au Sydney International Regatta Centre, Gate A Old Castlereagh Rd, Penrith Lakes | 4729 3222

RESTAURANT

We believe that the best form of hospitality is that found in the home, and it’s our aim to bring village Lebanese culture to our guests. Our food is coastal and village inspired, and we pride ourselves on using the freshest and most seasonal produce.

info@jabalna.com.au | www.jabalna.com.au 91A Great Western Highway, Emu Plains | 4735 5656

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SERVICE AND TRADE Thanks for voting for Genesis Please call us for a quote or service call on 4721 1311 INVERTER DUCTED AIR CONDITIONING RANGE FROM 7.1KW – 25KW

FUJITSU GENERAL (AUST.) P/L

9/42-44 Abel Street, Penrith 4721 1311

genesisairconditioning@gmail.com www.genesisairconditioning.com.au WW33847

SERVICE & TRADE Lower Mountains

AIR CONDITIONING

4735 6411

SERVICE & TRADE ELECTRICAL | AUDIO VISUAL | LEVEL 2 ASP | COMMUNICATIONS

Safety Our top priority is and always has been safety. Home safe, everyone every day.

Quality Our clients come first. If we serve our clients well, our own success will follow.

Trust We trust, respect and support each other and we strive to earn the trust of our colleagues, partners and customers.

Lower Mountains Air Conditioning have been servicing the Penrith, Blue Mountains and surrounding areas since 1988 – 30 Years strong! The LMAC team are heating and cooling specialists in many major brands. We are knowledgeable, reliable and friendly to offer you the hassle free complete service or installation you need. SALES | SERVICE | INSTALLATION | REPAIRS | MAINTENANCE

Lmas@tpg.com.au | www.Lmac.com.au Unit 2, 129 Russell Street, Emu Plains 4735 6411

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Thorntek is proud of its qualified staff. It is committed to providing strong customer service, committed to our industry and the continued development of skills of staff and management. We engage with our clients, suppliers and partners to ensure we provide excellent customer service and satisfaction by always giving our very best in every job we undertake. We are about providing quality service to our clients. As professionals of our industry, we are honest, reliable, and value our integrity above all.

craig@thorntek.com.au www.thorntek.com.au 1300 58 58 16

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SERVICE & TRADE

CLEAN SAFE and FRIENDLY Our mission is to provide quality service to our customers in a safe, clean and friendly environment. We are a family business that has been in the same location for 30 years. We pride ourselves on our personal friendly service. You can do your own laundry in our modern Self-Serve machines from 6am to 11pm - 365 days a year. Or you can leave it with us to wash, dry and fold. Our experienced Laundry Attendants are on site from 8am to 4pm Monday to Saturday. If you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get to us you can use our daily pick-up and delivery service. If you wash at home but hate ironing we can help. Drop it in to us or arrange a pick up and return.

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Based in the Lower Blue Mountains of Sydney, Fresh Perspective Landscapes offer a full range of quality landscaping services including construction, design and maintenance, to the Blue Mountains, Penrith, Hawkesbury and surrounding areas. At Fresh Perspective Landscapes we work closely with all our clients to create beautiful and functional outdoor spaces that truly reflect the individual circumstances. Fresh Perspective Landscapes specialises in residential landscape construction projects, with a focus on providing a high quality service and constant, honest communication throughout our time together. Fresh Perspective Landscapes are fully licensed and insured to work on your property for all your landscaping requirements. Fresh Perspective Landscapes is a proud member of LNA Master Landscapers.

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SPECIALISED BUSINESS Thorndale Foundation has remained a passionate and dedicated not for profit organisation, supporting people with disability to help achieve their goals for almost 60 years. Our mission is to provide opportunity and equality for people with disability within the Nepean, Hawkesbury and lower Blue Mountains community regions with services in Employment, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Improved Life Skills, Residential Support, Support Coordination, and Recreation and Leisure activities that will meet individual goals and aspirations.

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SPECIALISED BUSINESS Formerly Lady of Grace Funerals PENRITH | BLUE MOUNTAINS | WESTERN SYDNEY

At Grace Funerals we have been celebrating and honouring lives with creative events for over 20 years. It is our level of care and innovation that sets us apart from other funeral directors. Led by the Dooley family, we employ only the highest quality of Consultants who aside from having event planning experience are passionate about ensuring all of our client families receive the highest quality of service and the most memorable experience possible. A funeral is unlike any other event, it has to encapsulate so much in such a short period of time. That is why at Grace Funerals we say that… “It is not a Day in Lifetime, – It is Lifetime in One Day”. The majority of great funeral homes experience an evolution over a period of time as they meet the changing needs of the communities which they serve. This has been the case with us at Grace Funerals. Over 20 years Grace has evolved from Funerals of Care in Lawson, into Lady of Grace Funerals in Emu Plains and in 2012 the name was changed to simply, Grace Funerals. These changes occurred under the previous owners. In 2013 The Dooley family became the owner/ operators and they have continued to build upon the work of their predecessors while introducing their unique touches.

Our Future: We each recognise that change is a constant in life and the funeral industry is not immune from it. We are constantly monitoring the trends and innovations within our industry and we commit to ensuring that we remain relevant and contemporary. We continually implement products and services that support our position as the leading and most creative funeral provider within Greater Western Sydney. This offers a clients the widest of choices. However, there is one aspect of our service that will never change and that is the sincerity and quality of our care. While we wish to provide the best of the available services we never forget that the reason that you have engaged us is because you have lost someone whom you care deeply about and who has important place in your heart and life. We are a proudly a two generation family business. We bring a unique perspective to funeral service that is a blend of those respective generations, combined with a depth of experience and experiences that few, if any, of our competitors can match.

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YOUTH AWARD Elissa Burgess “Thank you to all of our loyal customers for voting for us and for your continued support”

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YOUTH AWARD ELIZABETH ORTON Being a finalist in the Local Business Awards means to me: • Achievements in my day-to-day role and studies • Successfully making my way up the Real Estate Ladder • Passion and dedication to my job highlighted through my work ethic and community involvement • Becoming a more confident individual • Being a role model to empower young women to succeed no matter what circumstances surrounds them, they can do whatever they put their minds to I’d like to personally thank everyone who voted for me as you all have assisted in inspiring me to achieve my dreams of becoming a Property Manager and continue to encourage successful women in the workplace. Thank you to my team for allowing me the opportunity to work within a great growing company and industry.

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I would like to say thank you to my valued customers for their ongoing support. I am honoured and thrilled to be in the running for Outstanding Business Person of the Year 2018. I am extremely proud of the enormous growth my business has made over the past 18 months. It is also extremely satisfying to make such a difference in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lives. I will continue to provide the expertise, passion and outstanding service to my existing and new customers in the future.

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BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR Marlain Fares

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MINA KHANCHEDAR Being finalist in the Local Business Awards means to me:

• Thankful for being nominated by my loyal clients. • Recognition for all the hours of hard work I do and my passion for Real Estate • Being recognised in the local Penrith business area for my customer service and business excellence alongside my peers • With 18 years of being in business, awards like this show my passion and dedication to Real Estate • The acknowledgement that comes with this award not only assists my business but also allows me more opportunity to give back to my Penrith community I’d like to personally thank all of my clients for their loyalty and their appreciation by voting for me. Though I think this award is wonderful and am thankful for being a finalist, I feel the greatest achievement I receive is when I can accomplish my clients’ goals and they not only recommend me to friends and family but years later return for their next Property transaction.

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BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR Diana Wolf Growing up, I always knew that I wanted to work with kids. I was very fortunate when the career of speech pathology was introduced to me, as it not only allowed me to work with kids, but also enabled me to help them. Helping children achieve one of the greatest gifts of all, communication, was to me the best job that anyone could have! In 1995, I was offered the opportunity to become partner in Penrith’s original speech pathology practice. This was the start of the business “Medcalf and Wolf Speech Pathology Service”. In the 23 years since coming into the practice, there have been a few changes, all very positive. A couple of rebrandings and changes in location, with the most recent one being to our new offices at 9 Tindale Street, Penrith. It has always been a fundamental mission of mine to provide a high-quality speech therapy service, with respect and integrity being the principals that we abide by when we are working with our clients and their families. Being a helper by nature, I am constantly thinking about how better I can help our clients. In working with clients who suffer from autism spectrum disorder and other developmental delays, it’s been disheartening for me to see the frustration that occurs in our clients parents as a result of the long waiting lists for specialised occupational therapy services. These specialised services assist children overcome sensory issues that can be quite debilitating to their everyday functioning. In late 2017, with support from my team, I decided to add Occupational Therapy to our service delivery. Our Occupational Therapy service commenced in January, 2018, and has worked wonders in helping our families who were in need of a dual service. We have become a holistic multidisciplinary practice, giving children with autism spectrum disorder and other special needs the opportunity to access both speech and occupational therapy services under the same roof. My team mean the world to me. I would not be where I am without their support and loyalty. I am very very thankful. There’s more that lies ahead. I have more plans, I’m very excited for the future and about other services that I will be able to provide to further help our clients.

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PENRITH’S MOST RESPECTED LINE-UP OF LIFESTYLE EXPERTS

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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You’re keen to call the shots this week but hasty words and impulsive behaviour will only lead to dramas and confrontation. Jumping to conclusions is definitely not recommended! So slow down and listen carefully to what other people are saying. A cherished goal or dream has also been delayed, as Mars reverses through your hopes and wishes zone for the next few weeks. Be extra patient! Good things will come to those who wait.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

It’s a wonderful week to dream up some fabulous new goals and aspirations for the future. But relationships will be challenging, especially on Thursday. Expect loved ones to be defensive and colleagues, clients or customers to be more demanding than usual. With Venus visiting your domestic zone, strive to be at your diplomatic best with family members.

LEO

Prepare to sparkle and shine, as the Sun links up with buoyant Jupiter and glamorous Neptune. Confidence, creativity and compassion are also boosted. So make the most of it and do something special, as you tackle a creative project or help someone in need. If you find yourself being drawn into a conflict on Thursday, then use your considerable charm to slide out of the situation with plenty of Leo style and aplomb.

The planetary patterns highlight workplace creativity and helping out within your local community, as you assist someone in need. If you pace yourself and prioritise, then you’ll get things done without feeling frazzled. It’s also a good week to socialise with family, friends and colleagues, as you participate in some lively and stimulating conversations. But avoid getting drawn into a fiery argument in person or online.

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JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

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Expect some stress involving intimacy or money, as the stars stir up your lust and loot zones. So be patient with your partner, or be careful you don’t get carried away with impulse buys. And think things through before lending money to others, because you won’t get it back in a hurry! When it comes to a personal project, Jupiter and Neptune boost confidence levels and inspiration.

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

You’re keen to express your ideas and enjoy plenty of stimulating conversations with a wide range of interesting people, as Jupiter revs up your curious and social side. But be careful you don’t write the wrong thing to the wrong person at the wrong time! Make sure you use your communication skills to motivate and inspire others in positive ways. As George Eliot said: “Blessed is the influence of one true loving soul on another”.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

This week retrograde Mars messes with your sensitive nervous system, so do all you can to wind down, worry less and relax more. Your ‘to-do- list’ can wait. So your mantra for the moment is “I want to be alone” (famously declared by Virgo movie star Greta Garbo) as you withdraw from the busyness around you, tap into your intuition, and receive wise guidance and inspiration from within.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

SAGITTARIUS

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Power struggles and fiery disagreements are likely this week, unless you can keep your need to be in control under control. So swallow your pride and strive to sort out a problem that’s developed between you and a loved one. Plus let other people make their own decisions and their own mistakes. On Sunday, you’ll relate to someone in your local community in an extra kind and compassionate way.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

You’re basking in the spotlight this week as you receive public recognition for work well done. The stars also encourage you to join a group or club that will help develop a creative talent – whether it’s art, writing, dance, photography or music. Don’t expect relationships to run like clockwork though, as there will be some sort of drama with a child, teenager, parent or close friend. If you respond deftly then things will soon be back on an even keel.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

With Mars reversing through your sign, don’t worry if you temporarily lose momentum and question your goals for the future. The dreams you dream now will manifest in September or October. So you just need to be patient and have faith in the process. Attached Aquarius – it’s time to work on improving communication with your partner. Are you single and searching for love? Be on the lookout for someone who is sexy, smart and sociable.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

This week you could let down your guard and tell someone exactly what you think of them. But be warned – family members and colleagues are primed to fight back and you’ll find you’ve bitten off more than you can chew! Positivity planet Jupiter encourages you to release any grudges and let bygones be bygones. As the Dalai Lama said: “Forgive others … be kind, honest and have positive thoughts”.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

This week the Sun and Jupiter bless ventures involving travel, law, friends, sport, education, publishing, international business, imports and exports. You’re bursting with ideas and are keen to help, but don’t disappoint others by being disorganised and promising more than you can deliver. Sunday’s terrific Sun/ Neptune trine activates your creative and contemplative side.

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A new dog is exciting, but there’s important steps to take to make sure they feel welcome...

Nicole McMillan Practice owner of Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic and the Western Sydney Cat Hospital

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Recently we started discussing children and dogs and the signs to look for that indicate a dog is feeling uncomfortable around children. This week we will discuss preparing puppies for children and how to raise a puppy that interacts well with kids. To accomplish a good relationship between pets and children, there should be frequent positive interactions for the young pup to meet children during its early months of life. Puppies are most social and receptive to learning up to 12 weeks of age; the experiences and interactions they have during this time can make a lifelong impression. This means that if a young child accidentally hurts a young puppy, the puppy may be scared or act inappropriately towards children all its life. Ongoing positive experiences between children and puppies are essential to maintain healthy social relationships. Puppies should be introduced to children when they are calm, and treats should be used to facilitate introductions; this allows the puppy to build a positive association with children.

Positive interactions at a young age help prevent the development of fear, avoidance behaviour and aggression when the pet becomes older. All family members should make a point of gently and positively handling the puppy in ways that a child might touch it. This may mean that you give the puppy treats while touching the tail, ears, body as well as during grooming, nail trimming and teeth brushing. This will allow the puppy to become used to handling and not become fearful. Any type of physical punishment, threats with the hand or forceful interactions

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should be avoided. Pets must learn that the human hand is friendly and not to be feared; if pets associate hand movement with threats or discomfort, they can bite when a child moves a hand towards them as they may associate it with a previous negative interaction. Puppy classes that encourage family attendance can be a great way for puppies to interact with other dogs, people and children in a controlled environment. However, it is important that puppies are not overwhelmed so they do not develop fear or avoidance behaviour towards other animals or people.

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Just because you’ve never seen God, doesn’t mean he is not with us. In fact, we believe plenty about history we’ve never seen... It was originally thought that Russian Cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin, the first man blasted into space in April 1961, said “I don’t see any God up here”. It is now agreed it was probably Khrushchev, the Head of Russia’s Communist Party, who in a later speech said, “Gagarin flew into space, but didn’t see any god there”. Whoever said this, they echo the thoughts of many who say, “I’d believe in God if only I could see him!” This takes us to Jesus and his time here on Earth. Jesus made extraordinary claims about himself leaving us with few options. Jesus was either an extraordinary liar or a prize winning fool, or he was who he said was; God himself come into our world. This brings us to the often made claim in the Bible about not seeing God, yet believing in him. Consider the Apostle Peter, who in his

first letter, written 30 years after Jesus said, “Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible joy”. Peter’s readers have not seen Jesus but Peter has and this is exactly how we do things today. There are many historical people we have never seen, yet we know things about them because the evidence tells us about them. If you doubt Jesus, check the facts for yourself. The more you understand who Jesus is and what he has done for you, then Peter’s words will be real for you.

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There’s plenty to discover in your own backyard

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We’ve taken you around the world, but did you know some of the best discoveries are made right here at home? We check out a hidden gem...

Lauren Suttie

Maybe you picked it up while getting lost in the colourful streets of San Francisco. Maybe it was during your second glass of Guinness at the Stags Head in Dublin. Or was it during a road trip to Uluru where you watched the sun rise from your caravan window? Wherever you picked up the travel bug, the likelihood of shaking its hold has probably long gone. And while there is nothing wrong with a little wanderlust, finding the time and money to travel, especially with a family, can become difficult. One of the most cost effective and often overlooked ways to satisfy your cravings however is to look in your very own backyard. Tucked away in and around Penrith

are new and old places just waiting to be discovered. One of the newer additions to the local area is ValueSuites Penrith. Located on Billington Place in Emu Plains, the second stage of suites officially opened just over a month ago, offering an additional 24 rooms for guests. Standing apart from your traditional hotels, accommodation offered by ValueSuites is modern and spacious, catering to every traveller’s needs. Stepping into the two bedroom suite, the first thing that jumps out at you is the amount of space each room has. The perfect option for a family getaway, there is even a private outdoor courtyard where the kids can run around and kick a ball while you sit back and have a few drinks. But if you’re wanting to get away and leave the kids at home, then the onebedroom suite is the way to go for you and your partner. With the same design of the two bedroom suite, the one bedroom suite just proves that great things really do come in small packages. If you’re wanting to also take your taste buds on a journey, another great thing

about the suites is that they are located within walking distance of a variety of eateries. Putting on your walking shoes, you can head a few minutes down the road to Jabalna and experience the taste of Lebanon. Or why not hop in the car for a short 10-minute trip and be transported to Greece by dining at Avli in Cranebrook. But with both bedroom suites built to combine the luxury of a hotel room with the convenience of a serviced apartment, there isn’t really a need to leave your room at all. And while the reality of booking a romantic weekend away or a school holiday family adventure overseas can get expensive, ValueSuites Penrith are offering an opening deal with rooms from $99 per night, allowing you to make memories with your loved ones without breaking the bank. So while you can travel around the country and even the world, at the end of the day it’s true that some of the best kept secrets are actually right in front of you. What are you waiting for? Escape in your own backyard this weekend and experience Penrith in a new light.

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Human instinct can be dangerous with investments ‘Recent event bias’ can often play a role in our financial decisions...

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

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an above average gain the following year. Looking at these shorter periods will likely see us to do exactly the reverse of the common mantra, we are likely to buy high and sell low. Definitely not what we know we should do. Although I can logically tell you, that if you put your money in a balanced investment for 10 years, and leave it, we can predict with reasonable accuracy a range your investment will end up, in leaving it for 10 years we have to at times fight our instincts and remember the long-term plan. Easier said than done at times, and sometimes the most value an advisor can offer you is to protect you from your instincts.

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When it comes to investing human instincts make us make bad investment decisions, as an advisor our role is often encouraging our clients to ignore some of these instincts and stick to their plan. I had a classic example of this during a recent client review, after discussing the client’s circumstances and goals we had a look at the progress of their superannuation, with the markets performing poorly over the past 12 months the value of the portfolio had fallen by about four per cent. The client was quite concerned about this loss and was immediately thinking about safer options. Under closer inspection, the client over the previous three years had made over $40,000 and averaged around 10 per cent return. This is above the long-term expectations for the investment. Once viewing the longer time frame, the client was comfortable with the investment and was happy to continue with the long-term investment strategy. But what makes us forget the three good years of return and focus on the negative year, that the client was more than aware was going to happen at some point?

There are human instincts that have been drilled into us through years of evolution that have helped the human race survive and thrive, but hurt us when making investment decisions. One such instinct is “recent event bias”, this is essentially giving the most recent event greater importance than all previous events. This normally helps us, as it allows us to adapt to changing environments. For example if over time a road gets busier and busier we take caution close to the last time we crossed the road, not the long-term average. This of course makes sense with most things. Our most recent encounter with something is usually the most relevant to how we deal with it in this encounter. What happens with investing, this causes us to look at short time frames and assume that recent returns are most likely to replicate upcoming returns. This is of course not true, and in fact quite the opposite, after a reasonably sustained period of growth, we are likely to experience a correction and the market will fall to its “true value”, and the reverse is also true, often a market loss is followed by

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Call for pitch overhaul NATHAN TAYLOR

he Nepean Football Association (NFA) have started a petition to assist in making the dream of having a synthetic pitch constructed in the local area a reality. For more than a decade, the NFA have been actively working with Penrith City Council to have a synthetic pitch installed in the district to allow for yearround participation. If installed, the synthetic pitch is expected to be utilised by everyone involved in local football including junior players, senior players, special

school competitions which, at present, play havoc with turf fields.” While the NFA would be more than happy with just one synthetic pitch, they would ideally like to have two full sized synthetic pitches sitting side by side for maximum impact. It’s understood a single pitch would cost around $1.7 million, while two pitches would cost the Association roughly $3 million. “These costs also include earthworks, fencing and lighting. However, if the pitch is installed at Jamison Park, the cost would be reduced further due to the adequate lighting there already,” Cerone said.

needs players and school groups. Currently, the closest synthetic pitch to Penrith is at Blacktown International Sports Park in Rooty Hill. Speaking with the Weekender, NFA General Manager Linda Cerone said a synthetic pitch in the Penrith area would have many benefits. “For matches considered critical, it will allow us to ignore most inclement weather events and proceed with matches,” she said. “Being permanently marked, a synthetic pitch would remove the need for constant weekly remarking of fields. “Depending where Council decides to locate the pitch, they can also service

Currently, Jamison Park is NFA’s favoured site for a synthetic pitch, with two other undisclosed locations also in the mix. “Of course, another alternative would be for Council to open up more land and start from scratch at a completely new location,” Cerone added. As to who will pay for the pitch, the NFA are hoping to see funding commitments from all levels of government. “This is one area where we’d like to see everyone who loves our community working together to deliver what is needed,” Cerone said. To sign the petition for a synthetic pitch, visit bit.ly/2yGAx9F.

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Coach honoured for hours of dedication and spirit NATHAN TAYLOR

ocal softball coach Matthew Beach has been named a joint winner of Young Coach of the Year at the 2018 NSW Community Sports Awards, held last week. Celebrating the extraordinary contributions made to community sport in NSW, the event was hosted by Penrith MP and Sports Minister Stuart Ayres at NSW Parliament House. Among his accomplishments, Beach coached the NSW Metro team in the Blacktown Junior International Challenge, finishing an impressive fourth against teams from Japan and New Zealand. He was also an assistant coach of the NSW Metro team at the Australian U15s, who finished third. The young Glenmore Park resident has also been very active in the local sporting community, coaching a number of successful Penrith junior representative and club teams as well as the Ladies Over 35s. Beach, who won the coveted award alongside Dragon Boat coach Chanelle Hosken, also gives his time freely at various softball coaching clinics and camps.

“More than 2.1 million people give up their time to volunteer across the state, with an incredible 500,000 volunteers contributing to local sport every week,” Mr Ayres said. “Volunteering is the backbone of many communities and contributes more than 240 million hours of service and over $5 billion to the NSW economy every year. “Sport, in particular, relies heavily on volunteers to ensure the smooth running and operation of clubs to support 2.5 million people participating in grassroots sport each week. “So we are talking about the mums, dads and volunteers, young and old alike, getting up early or staying late and giving generously of their time to help their local clubs.” Meanwhile, the Penrith City Softball Association have fallen agonisingly short of winning a highly coveted three-peat at the U19 Men’s State Championships last weekend in Rooty Hill. After going through the entire weekend undefeated, Penrith City weren’t able to keep their perfect record going, losing to a red-hot Macarthur side 7-0 in the Final. Penrith City had previously won the U19 Men’s State Championships in 2016 and 2017.

Sports Minister Stuart Ayres with Young Coach of the Year Matthew Beach. Photo: Narrative Post/Matthias Engesser

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Memories and mayhem on water Crazy journey for local crew tackling Sydney to Noumea race NATHAN TAYLOR

s captain of the Nepean Belle, Chris Bennett is very familiar with the calm, tranquil waters of the famous Nepean River. Something the local business owner wasn’t as prepared for were the treacherous conditions he and eight other men faced on the first Sydney to Noumea Yacht Race in 25 years. Bennett, along with Emu Plains resident Richard Woods and Cranebrook local Hans Neumann, recently set out for an adventure of a lifetime on-board “Sticky”, their 38-foot yacht. Despite spending eight months preparing themselves for the 1,000+ nautical mile journey, the crew on-board Sticky – and the 21 other boats competing – weren’t expecting a massive cargo ship to lose 83 shipping containers into the ocean right before the race. “The Cruising Yacht Club (CYC) decided to postpone the race for 24 hours due to the conditions and the 80-odd containers that fell off the ship,” Bennett told the Weekender. “When the CYC got more information about the whereabouts of the containers, they set up an exclusion zone that we weren’t allowed to sail into.” Once the competition finally got underway, all the pre-race nerves quickly disappeared as the fleet sailed out of Sydney

Hans Neumann, Chris Bennett and Richard Woods with other crew members Heads bound for the beautiful South Pacific island of New Caledonia. However, it wasn’t that far out of Sydney before conditions started to worsen, with Bennett admitting he and three others were very sick on the first night. “I threw my guts up,” he revealed. “The weather conditions were very challenging. The big seas didn’t let up, it was relentless. The breeze was between 20-30 knots, there were lots of rain cells in the distance and the waves kept coming and coming over the bow.

“We were all wet for five or six days – I’m not sure too many guys would go back and do it again.” But despite all the trials and tribulations that comes with crossing the mighty Pacific, Bennett and his sailing mates worked together to battle through the adversity and cross the finish line in just under six days (5D 20H 38M 40S). After finishing second in their division, Bennett said the memories he gathered from his first major sailing race will stick in his mind forever.

Fox starts new season strongly Story continued from » p. 88 “I could hear it at the start, I could hear it in the middle, I could hear the Aussies and the crowd,” Fox said. “It was such an awesome run. To be able to back up after yesterday, it takes it out of you physically and mentally and emotionally, so I’m really pleased with that final.” The Australian has dominated C1 events in recent years, and will be a short-priced favourite to win gold when the event makes its Olympic debut in Tokyo in 2020. “When I got into that final with a solid run, I just really wanted to charge it and attack it,” Fox said. “I fixed the errors I made in the first run, and I was really pleased and very surprised by that time in the finish. I think the field is growing every year, and the girls are very competitive.” Meanwhile, fellow local paddlers Noemie Fox and Rosalyn Lawrence also competed at last weekend’s opening World Cup. Fox finished seventh in the women’s C1 Final, while Lawrence finished 20th. The second 2018 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup begins in Krakow, Poland, today (June 29).

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Title success for Dicker makes long trip worthwhile NATHAN TAYLOR

espite coming away with a disappointing end to the opening round of the Top End Challenge in Darwin recently, local driver Nathan Dicker managed to bounce back in fine fashion the following night, emerging victorious in the Darwin Title. Making the long 44-hour trek from his home in Londonderry to the Northern Territory for the third straight season, Dicker only had a handful of race meetings in Wingless Sprints under his belt. Dicker finished a disappointing seventh in the opening race before returning to the Northline Speedway track the following night to contest the Darwin Title. After an incorrect setup choice impacted him in the first race, Dicker made several setup changes in time for the second outing, which ultimately paid off. The 32-year-old placed second, fourth

Londonderry Wingless Sprints driver Nathan Dicker (centre). Photo: Sphynx Photography

and first in the heats to claim a pole position start in the 15-lap feature race. Experiencing an early battle with good friend and fellow NSW driver Troy Carey, it was Dicker who came out on top on lap six, eventually managing to create a decent gap from his rivals, to lead what was a NSW-dominant podium and take a convincing win. “After Saturday night’s feature race disappointment, it was great to be able to bounce back and make amends the following night to take out the Darwin Title,” Dicker said. “This is the third consecutive year that I’ve raced up in the Northern Territory, and I love racing up there. The people are great and the hospitality from everyone is without a doubt second to none.” Dicker is back in the Territory this week to contest the third and fourth Top End Challenge rounds, which get underway tonight. Dicker currently sits on top of the overall Top End Challenge standings.

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Fox finds familiar form NATHAN TAYLOR

eonay paddler Jessica Fox has kicked off the 2018 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup season with a bang, winning back to back gold medals in Liptovsky Mikulas, Slovakia, last weekend. The 24-year-old local superstar could not have been more impressive in the women’s C1 Final, blowing away the field to win by more than seven seconds in cold and wet conditions. Her final time was an error-free 106.34, with Czech Tereza Fiserova finishing second in 113.96. Great Britain’s current world champion, Mallory Franklin, finished third. Already on the weekend, Fox had started the new season in the same way she finished 2017 – on top of the women’s K1 podium. The reigning K1 World Champion won the women’s K1 in a time of 101.20, almost two seconds faster than Austria’s Corinna Kuhnle, with Germany’s Ricarda Funk third. After last Sunday’s gold medal run, the dual Olympic medallist said she was inspired by the noise of the slalom fans as she made her way down the Liptovsky course. Story continues on » p. 87

Jess Fox celebrates victory. Photo: Paddle Australia/Balint Vekassy (www.canoephotography.com)

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