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Unwelcome office guest Truck ploughs through St Marys building but incredibly nobody is injured n what can only be described as a miracle, nobody was killed or seriously hurt when a truck crashed through an office in St Marys on Wednesday.

The accident on Queen Street near King Street happened at around 2pm. The employment office was full of people, but a complete tragedy was somehow avoided.

The out of control truck crashed into several cars and a pole before it eventually ploughed through the building.

Four people were treated at the scene by Paramedics but nobody was transported to hospital.

Traffic was impacted for several hours while the crash was investigated.

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A truck crashed through a busy employment office in St Marys on Wednesday afternoon, but thankfully nobody was hurt. Photos: Melinda Jane

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Issues don’t change for Gladys I n the weeks prior to the predictable demise of NSW Opposition Leader Luke Foley, many in the Government had been worried that he was gaining traction and was on the verge of toppling Gladys Berejiklian in March and becoming Premier.

In simpler terms, the Coalition thought it was in trouble.

Despite a reasonably strong track record of delivering projects and infrastructure over the past eight years, the Government seems unable to shake off a number of lingering problems, including its reputation for backflips and the poor management of projects like the light rail and new train timetable.

Foley was gaining momentum as a result, in what was emerging as a classic case of the Government losing an election, not the Opposition winning one.

It is an interesting conundrum as most people I speak to are wary of giving the Government another four-year term yet have a strong admiration for Premier Gladys Berejiklian as a person and political performer.

While the fall of Foley – which many on the inside had seen as a matter of when, not if – gives the Opposition a chance to reset, it does the same for the Government.

Who will reset the better?

For Labor, Michael Daley is a strong choice to lead the party into the election.

He came into politics later in life, meaning he doesn’t carry the weight of being a career politician, something that should work in his favour.

In fact, you can almost guarantee Labor will present him as the ‘family man from the suburbs’, not only because they know

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“The electorate needs clarity on a number of issues that continue to bug their day to day lives”

it plays well with the wider electorate but also because they know it’s something the other side can’t match.

The problem of course is that most people in the street have no idea who Michael Daley is. Unless you have a strong interest in politics, he is simply another bloke in a suit earning a good wage on Macquarie Street. Labor’s mission to change that fact, with a busy Christmas period thrown in to disrupt and distract the election campaign, will be critical to their election chances.

As for the Coalition, ‘business as usual’ simply can’t be the plan. While Labor’s jockey may have changed, the issues confronting the government have not. This election was always going to play out as a verdict on the Coalition, so whoever is leading the other side is almost irrelevant.

The more Gladys Berejiklian can get out and about in the community, the better.

She performs well when she’s in public, and won many fans in Penrith with the way she shut down protestors at the opening of the Yandhai Nepean Crossing a few weeks ago.

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But the electorate needs clarity on some of the issues that continue to bug their day to day lives.

They want the lockout laws reversed so Sydney can produce a nightlife to be proud of again.

They want the Transport Minister held accountable for the terrible roll-out of the new train timetable, which has made getting to the city slower for Penrith commuters.

They want to know exactly what’s going on with tolls so they know how much simply driving to work is going to cost them every day.

In short, they want to be able to trust the government, and this government had struggled to earn that trust, particularly in the last couple of years.

Backflips of the past haven’t helped.

Voters know this is a government that could change its mind no matter how strong its promises, which is a perception that Gladys Berejiklian and her team desperately need to overcome.

When all is said and done, I believe the Coalition will win the March election.

Despite all the noise, the Government has delivered on much of its agenda over the past four years.

But it only takes one slip-up for things to change, and this is a government that has been prone to the odd misstep.

One thing you can be sure of is that nobody will work harder than Gladys Berejiklian between now and March. Her energy and commitment to the job has been somewhat under-rated.

As for Michael Daley, he is facing an uphill battle but if there’s one thing certain about politics it’s that nothing is certain. Anything could happen.

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Inquiry to tackle ‘ice’ epidemic TROY DODDS

Special Commission of Inquiry into the drug ‘ice’ will be launched by the State Government in an effort to tackle the impact of the horror drug.

‘Ice’ is a problem across the country but the latest quarterly report from the Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research revealed that people in possession of or using amphetamines in Penrith has gone up 14.5 per cent over the past five years.

The Special Commission of Inquiry was announced on Monday by NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Health Minister Brad Hazzard.

“Ice is a destructive drug that is ruining too many lives across NSW,” Ms Berejiklian said.

“We are establishing a powerful Special Commission of Inquiry because we want every option on the table to bolster our existing efforts to combat the evolving threat of this dangerous, illegal drug – and to get help for those who need it.”

The Inquiry will look into the nature, prevalence and impact of the drug, the adequacy of existing measures to tackle ‘ice’ and options to strengthen NSW’s

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response, including law enforcement, education and treatment/rehabilitation responses.

NSW Police Commissioner Mick Fuller welcomed the Inquiry.

“This drug is destroying families and killing people across NSW and my officers are on the front line every day dealing with the damage and violence it causes,” he said.

“The more we can do to prevent and disrupt the manufacture, importation and dealing of crystal methamphetamine, the less crime we’ll have to respond to right across the board.”

Shadow Health Minister Walt Secord said he supported the Inquiry, but believed even more could be done.

“While NSW Labor supports a Special Commission of Inquiry, a wider drug summit is needed; one patterned on the 1999 one which gave rise to the medically supervised injection facility,” he said.

“A Daley Government – if elected in March 2019 – will bring together former addicts, parents, patients, health workers, police, judges and experts in the field to hold a drug summit.”

Professor Daniel Howard SC will be commissioned to lead the Special Commission of Inquiry.

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Penrith pauses to reflect The grandstand of the Penrith Paceway was full on Sunday as Penrith came together to commemorate Remembrance Day and the 100th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War I. There were moments of solemn reflection as locals paid tribute to those who have served Australia in conflicts and paid the ultimate sacrifice.

The re-emergence of ‘Poppy Park’ was an exceptionally popular part of the day.

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Members reject golf clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plan to sell off land to developers Among the concerns was that land value of properties currently overlooking the golf course would be slashed dramatically almost overnight.

Members voted on Monday night, with the sale proposal overwhelmingly rejected. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We respect the decision that has now

DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS Renella Fairley Fed-up nurses and midwives say theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sick of being a dumping ground as they argue for adequate funding and staff-to-patient ratios.

Hosted by the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA), members gathered at Nepean Hospital on Wednesday to call on the government to provide better staffing as the hospital continues to burst at the seams.

NSWNMA General Secretary, Brett Holmes, said nurse and midwifery shortages at Nepean Hospital are putting patients at risk. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Significant shortages of midwives has resulted in non-midwives covering vacancies, which leads to reduced education around breastfeeding and increased re-admissions of babies post discharge. On average, women birthing at Nepean Hospital are being sent home a whole day earlier compared to the Royal North Shore Hospital,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We desperately need the right number of nurses to match the number of patients in the area and ratios are the only way to ensure that.â&#x20AC;?

The branch is demanding that vacancies be filled and for a more reliable staffing system to be put in place that provides guaranteed minimum ratios in every ward.

Midwife Renella Fairley said staff donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the time or beds to care properly for patients. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I feel that the women of western Sydney are being ripped off, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not getting the care they need or deserve, and we as staff feel ashamed of that,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We constantly have to fundraise out of our own pockets for the things that we need, like birthing balls, flotation devices or even underwear yet you can drive up the hill to Lithgow where you get that.â&#x20AC;?

The NSWNMA conducted an investigation into Nepean Hospital last year, which found there was over 6,000 hours of missed nursing care due to a lack of staff.

Nepean Hospital emergency department also recorded the worst treatment times in the state for the second time in Septemberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quarterly results. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These families walk away thinking this is the care they deserve and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not, they are ripped off and it needs to stop,â&#x20AC;?

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Earlier this week, new State Opposition Leader, Michael Daley, promised to commit to transparent staff to patient ratios if elected in March.

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Leonay Golf Club members have rejected a proposal to sell off land to developers.

Profit from the sale would have gone towards a complete refurbishment of the Emu Plains Sports and Recreation Club, which is struggling financially.

Members of the local community had passionately protested against the plan.

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By Me’ at the Royal Wedding, in front of nearly two billion people, The Kingdom Choir have attracted worldwide acclaim and recently performed at the Closing Ceremony of the Invictus Games Sydney.

The choir was founded in London in 1994 by awardwinning conductor Karen Gibson.

The group of singers from in and around London draw from various Christian traditions and are dedicated to creating a sound that demonstrates the community they share through their warm energy and enthusiastic performance.

The Kingdom Choir will be appearing at the Sydney Opera House on Tuesday, August 6 2019.

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FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A COFFEE IN PENRITH? High St Depot FAVOURITE PLACE TO HAVE A DRINK IN PENRITH? High Street Social FIRST PLACE YOU WOULD TAKE A VISITOR TO PENRITH? Mr Watkins Bar for their mushroom gnocchi and cool cocktails WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT PENRITH? I love Penrith for its tightknit community. I wasn’t always a local but now that I live and work here, I know how supportive of each other we are and how much pride we have for our town WHAT IS PENRITH’S BEST KEPT SECRET? It would have to be Cucina Casareccia, which is a home style Italian restaurant that serve food seasonally but they also hold cooking classes there too

Congratulations to former Western Weekender journalist Emily Crane, who became engaged to her partner Tom earlier this week. And the collective chorus chanted, “about time!”

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Controversy over letter Penrith Anglican College wants to reserve right to turn away gay teachers NICOLA BARTON

enrith Anglican College (PAC) has joined 33 other schools across the state urging the Federal Government to protect exemptions in the Sex Discrimination Act that enable them to turn away gay teachers.

The letter, which was addressed to Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Opposition Leader Bill Shorten, follows the introduction of a bill to stop discrimination against LGBTQI students at religious schools.

Current discrimination laws include some exemptions that allow religious schools to expel students and sack teachers who identify as LGBTQI. 22-year-old PAC graduate, Kurtis Hughes said students and teachers should not be disadvantaged because of their sexuality.

“It’s telling students that regardless of what you are capable of, your sexuality is going to hold you back in the future. It’s telling people that they are inadequate and second rate,” he said.

Written by the Anglican Church Diocese of Sydney and signed by 34 school heads, the letter argues that the schools should have the right to employ staff who support their religious ethos.

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Penrith Councillor and former Penrith Anglican College student Aaron Duke. Photo: Melinda Jane a teacher to undermine or denigrate the beliefs and teachings of an employing school,” the letter stated.

Penrith Councillor and ex-PAC student, Aaron Duke, said religion is not an excuse to discriminate “I don’t think they realise how much of a damaging impact this letter can cause to people, maybe they didn’t intend to hurt us but they have. I can’t help but think about the kids at these schools and what they must be feeling right now,” he said.

“We are constantly made to feel like there is something wrong with us when there isn’t, and these sort of statements just add to that, it’s already a lot to be going through at a high school age.”

PAC Acting Head, Felicity Grima, said the schools are calling for religious freedom, so they can provide quality Christian education.

“This is no different to what other employers seek in companies, clubs or unions,” she said.

“Unfortunately for us, because we are a religious affiliated school, our right to do this has been grounded in the antidiscrimination act for many years as an exemption to discrimination.”

The Federal Government has responded to the letter stating that they want to get the balance right in supporting LGBTQI students and teachers.

Should schools have the right to sack gay teachers? Give us your view via email: news@westernweekender.com.au.

ST MARYS FREIGHT HUB COMMUNITY INFORMATION Pacific National will be hosting a community information desk on the proposed St Marys Freight Hub. The proposal is in the early planning stages on the vacant land bordering the main Western train line and Dunheved Industrial/Business Park.

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WHITE RIBBON DAY Join us for the morning river walk

Sunday 25 November 9 - 11.30am 3.5km walk from Weir Reserve to Tench Reserve, Nepean River, Penrith.

Speeches and White Ribbon Oath reading takes place before the walk starts at Weir Reserve.

Penrith Council is proud to support White Ribbon Day to help bring an end to violence against women in our community. Join us and show your support at this free community event.

Statistics show that, on average, one woman is killed every week by a current or former partner and that domestic violence is the principal cause of homelessness for women and their children. Ending violence against women is everyone’s responsibility.

Don’t forget your sunscreen, hat, comfortable walking shoes and water bottle.

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Woman who used belt on child handed good behaviour bond

A St Marys woman who “became enraged”, striking a five-year-old multiple times with a belt in an attempt to discipline her, has received a good behaviour bond.

Penrith Local Court heard Margaret Ann Huhu, 47, bent the girl over a bed and hit her with a brown leather belt at least five or six times to the shoulder, back, buttocks and legs after learning she had been misbehaving at school.

Her lawyer told the court Huhu, who was the partner of the girl’s father at the time, was brought up in a traditional Maori family and was “beaten, punched, kicked and hit by golf sticks” during her childhood, though he said he had to elicit that information from her and she “hadn’t volunteered it as an excuse”.

Court documents show Huhu, who has five adult children of her own, made “full and frank” admissions to assaulting the girl, indicating there had been a buildup of emotions and ongoing incidents involving the child – which included misbehaving at school, along with eating her lunch prior to lunch time – that caused her to “lose her temper and go overboard”.

But what may have stayed a silent issue was exposed the following day when teachers observed “severe bruising” on the kindergarten student and reported it to police.

During the defendant’s sentencing last Thursday, Magistrate John Favretto accepted Huhu’s remorse and noted she had already embarked upon her own rehabilitation, including enrolling in an anger management group.

He found the “ongoing nature of the child’s difficulty at school” and the New Zealand native’s depression and anxiety “came to a head” prompting Huhu to act out of character on September 11.

The court was told Huhu and the girl’s father, who, along with the victim and her nine-year-old brother moved to

Australia together in May 2018, had since separated but remain friends, and he was in court to show his support.

She was convicted of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and handed a 12-month Conditional Release Order without supervision.

The girl is now in the care of Family and Community Services.

Defqon.1 party-goer convicted despite clean record

A university student caught with two ecstasy tablets secreted on him at a popular dance festival has been convicted of drug possession, despite it being his first brush with the law.

The luck of the draw worked against Cheng Sean Tan last Thursday, when he was convicted by Magistrate Geoff Hiatt of possessing MDMA at Penrith’s Defqon.1 on September 15.

It comes just weeks after another Penrith Local Court magistrate, Carl Milovanovich, pardoned a handful of Defqon.1 revellers charged with the same offence, some of whom were found to have up to 10 tablets in their possession.

Magistrate Milovanovich, a self-confessed advocate of giving first time offenders a second chance where possible, handed the party-goers with prior clean records a 12-month non-conviction good behaviour bond, saying he was mindful of the very serious consequences a drug conviction could have on a young person’s future employment and travel prospects.

But Magistrate Hiatt took a hard-nosed stance, telling Tan he would have been under no illusions that it was a drug free event which, he added, has since attracted a significant amount of media attention as a consequence of the death of two people from “drug misuse”.

He said while a court does not have a “crystal ball” and could not determine if a conviction would be detrimental to the offender in the future, he said “there reaches a point” where a court must im-

pose a sentence that not only adequately punishes the offender, but also sends a significant element of general deterrence to other members of the community.

He was convicted and fined $500.

No conviction for woman who pleaded guilty to assault

A woman has avoided a criminal conviction after pleading guilty to common assault.

The woman fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday following an altercation with an ex-family member at Mulgoa Rise soccer fields.

The court heard the 53-year-old, who has never been in trouble with police before, tried to intervene in an argument and “pushed the victim to the right shoulder”.

Her lawyer told the court the woman had tried to “pour cold water on the situation” and asked the disputing parties to “settle down”.

He respectively submitted it was a “trivial matter” and asked Magistrate Geoff Hiatt to deal with the offence by way of non-conviction, pointing out the offender was an otherwise “law abiding” citizen.

Despite being critical of her behaviour, noting it was likely a number of other community members and children were present at the time, His Honour agreed, handing the woman a 12-month Conditional Release Order without conviction.

Man without licence says he regrets decision to drive

Warren John Rout has been slapped with two hefty fines after driving illegally.

Representing himself, Rout fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday and pleaded guilty to two counts of ‘never licenced’.

When asked what he wanted to say about the matter, Rout was candid.

“There’s no excuse, Your Honour,” he said. “I just wish I didn’t do it.”

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pensioner was stopped by police twice in one day – first at a random breath test and then again about half an hour later.

Magistrate Geoff Hiatt was scathing, telling Rout it showed a “total disregard for the law”.

He was convicted and fined $350 for the first count and $1000 for the second.

“Go and do something positive about applying for a licence, Mr Route,” Magistrate Hiatt concluded.

Man banned from roads after being caught drink-driving

Andrew Desa will have to seek alternative transport after being barred from driving for six months.

The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to mid-range drink driving when he faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday after blowing 0.093 during a breath test.

His lawyer told the court, notwithstanding the “serious offending”, there were no other forms of aggravation – he was not detected driving erratically, had no passengers in the car, and the offence happened early in the morning.

He was convicted and fined $700.

String of offences lands man in trouble with the law

Shane Brown has received multiple good behaviour bonds after admitting to a string of offences.

Brown appeared before Penrith Local Court last Thursday with a strong family contingent in tow.

He pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified, two counts of possessing a prohibited drug, one count of possessing a prescribed restricted substance, and unlawfully obtaining goods.

His lawyer acknowledged the court may have some concern given his client committed five sets of offences in just three months, suggesting Magistrate Geoffrey Hiatt attach a supervision component to one of the bonds.

He was also disqualified from driving for six months.

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Colyton: Witnesses needed to fatal early morning crash

Police will prepare a report for the Coroner after the death of a man in a single vehicle crash at Colyton on Sunday, November 11.

At 5.15am emergency services were called to the intersection of Hewitt Street and Roper Road after a single vehicle failed to negotiate the intersection, struck metal railings and rolled. The vehicle eventually stopped in a creek bed.

Police from Nepean Police Area Command attended the location and established a crime scene.

A male passenger in the vehicle was treated by paramedics and was conveyed to Westmead Hospital for observation.

The male driver of the vehicle died at the scene.

Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the crash or with dash cam footage of the incident to come forward.

A man has been arrested following a robbery that occurred on Thursday, August 9 on George Street in Kingswood.

Mobile phones, jewellery and expensive limited edition liquor was stolen.

Police attended the address, took fingerprints and other forensic material which led them to identify the offender.

On Monday, November 12 at 2.30pm police were patrolling on Pendock Road in Cranebrook when they spotted the offender.

The 41-year-old Cranebrook man was arrested and searched where police discovered an amount of methamphetamine in his pocket.

He was interviewed and charged with ‘break, enter and steal’ and ‘possess prohibited drugs’.

He will appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, December 4.

St Marys: Man arrested in cold case breakthrough

Kingswood: Arrested man causes plumbing problem

A man has been extradited from Queensland and charged with historical sexual assault offences that are alleged to have occurred in St Marys in the 1970s.

Officers from Tuggerah Lakes Police District commenced an investigation into alleged sexual assaults of a 10-year-old girl in St Marys. The offences are alleged to have occurred between 1974 and 1977.

At 7am on Thursday, November 8, Queensland Police arrested a 70-year-old man at a home in Andergrove, about 7km from Mackay.

Detectives from Tuggerah Lakes Police District travelled to Mackay, to seek the extradition of the man, which was granted.

On Saturday, November 10 the man was returned to NSW and taken to Mascot Police Station where he was charged with ‘assault female and commit act of indecency under 16 years (x9)’ and ‘carnal knowledge of girl aged between 10 and under 16 years (x3)’.

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Kingswood: Police arrest man over August robbery

Several charges have been laid against a 25-year-old man who ran from police in Kingswood on Friday, November 9.

Police saw the man breaking into a home and as they approached him he ran through a number of backyards in an attempt to escape.

He was arrested by police, who then discovered he had outstanding warrants and was wanted by The Hills Police Area Command.

Whilst in custody, the offender went to the bathroom where he removed his shirt and jammed it into the toilet, causing significant damage to the police station’s plumbing.

He was charged with ‘malicious damage’, ‘break and enter’ and ‘commit serious indictable offence’.

He was refused bail and will appear at Penrith Local Court on Friday, January 18.

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DNA undoes bandit We usually hear about DNA solving homicides and sex crimes but the accused perpetrator of ‘needle-gate’, which almost bought the Australian strawberry industry to its knees, has been caught with the help of DNA technology.

50-year-old My Ut Trinh from Caboolture near the Sunshine Coast in Queensland has been arrested with the former strawberry farm worker being identified from DNA found on a needle in a punnet of strawberries that ended up in Victoria.

The woman has been charged with seven counts of ‘contamination of goods’, each of which carry a maximum three year penalty. Prosecutors in Queensland however are likely to argue that the offences were aggravated which extends the potential jail term to 10 years for each offence.

It may be the case that Trinh is also charged with Commonwealth offences.

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Most criminal laws are enforced in the state jurisdiction, so this is an interesting example of state and federal jurisdictions potentially overlapping.

The investigation that lead to the arrest has been a national effort involving detectives from multiple states and the Australian border force.

Since news first broke of the strawberry-sabotage scandal needles and other foreign objects have shown up in a range of different fruits across the country prompting suspicions that there are copycat saboteurs on the loose. It is unlikely that Trinh will be the only person investigated and prosecuted for these acts, however she will face court this week for the first time.

It has been reported that Trinh worked at strawberry farms for strawberry selling businesses “Berry Licious” and “Berry Obsession” and that the motive for her alleged actions was to get back at her employer for alleged mistreatment.

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Drugs found in woman’s handbag A 26-year-old woman has been charged after police found her in possession of prohibited drugs.

At 3.30pm on Wednesday, November 7 police were called to The Northern Road after several reports of a barefoot woman sitting on a concrete construction barrier near oncoming traffic.

Police attended and spoke to the woman at the scene.

She was searched and an amount of methamphetamines were located in her handbag.

She was charged with ‘possession of prohibited drugs’ and will receive a future court attendance notice.

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Labor pains as Foley goes Local campaigns take new direction as Michael Daley is elected Labor leader Ms Car – seen as one of Labor’s true rising stars and a likely Minister in a Labor government – put her support behind Mr Daley ahead of last Saturday’s leadership vote, which was also contested by Chris Minns.

“Michael has the experience and energy to continue fighting against this atrocious Liberal Government,” she said.

Mr Foley’s tenure as Labor leader came to a crashing halt last Thursday when he was forced to resign over allegations of sexual misconduct towards ABC reporter Ashleigh Raper two years ago.

Ms Car stated that she was angered by Mr Foley’s alleged behaviour and those who have used it for political point scoring.

“Women should not be afraid to come forward and suffer in silence. Ashleigh has shown extraordinary bravery and my thoughts are with her,” she said.

“Politics in NSW needs a reset. We must lift the standard of debate and ensure that Parliament is a safe place for women.”

This week, Labor announced its first major policy under Mr Daley, promising that children under 16 will receive free transport while they remain at school.

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abor’s State Election campaigns in Londonderry, Penrith and Mulgoa have been thrown a major curve ball following the resignation of Opposition Leader Luke Foley last week.

Mr Foley was expected to spend plenty of time in the local area in the lead-up to the election in March next year, working to ensure Prue Car retains Londonderry while trying to secure support for Penrith candidate Karen McKeown and Mulgoa candidate Todd Carney.

That duty will now fall on Michael Daley, who was elected Labor’s new leader last weekend.

Labor believes it is a legitimate chance of unseating high profile Liberal MP Stuart Ayres in the seat of Penrith.

Pledging to put working people first, Mr Daley is focusing on health, education, cost of living and employment.

“I am not here to save the furniture, we are here to win the 2019 election and that is what we will do for the people who rely so heavily on us,” Mr Daley said.

“The Labor Party stands today as a united team, ready to govern, we are full of fighting spirit, we are hungry, we will win the election in March 2019.”

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He’ll never be forgotten Friends and family pay tribute to 21-year-old tragically lost to suicide NICOLA BARTON

ver 200 friends and family gathered last week to honour the life of the late Lucas Eggleton as they paid tribute to the lasting impact and memories he has left with them.

Those who were closest to him laid flowers, lit candles and visited his favourite pub, exchanging funny stories and sayings in memory of him.

Last week, Lucas tragically took his own life after a long battle with mental illness.

“Luke was a fun loving guy, he always had a smile on his face and was always there for his mates. As soon as you called him he’d be there no matter what,” longtime friend, Benjamin Donnelly said.

“It’s been great to see how many people have been there for him, I hope he sees that. We’ve all been talking about old memories which is sad but at the same time puts a smile on our faces, seeing how many people care really helps.”

Mr Eggleton was a 21-year-old local carpenter who loved cars, motorbikes and most importantly, a cold VB. As the life of the party with a large group of friends, his passing has affected hundreds of lives, all of which are now campaigning together for men’s mental health awareness.

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Brad Pascoe, Jedd Eggleton and Luke Eggleton 40-year-old Adam Czajkowskyj, who had worked with Mr Eggleton for over seven years, said he wants people to use his life as a lesson.

“I want everyone to know it’s not weak to speak up. We’re all coming together now, there’s nothing we could have done to change it but it’s our responsibility now to look out for one another,” he said.

Luke was a dreamer, surrounded by people who loved him, supported him and were there for him whenever he needed help.

“The day he passed he sent us a message saying that he is ready to go out on his own and make his mark on the world,” his eldest brother Mark Elphick said.

“I hope that he’s up there, having a VB

An emotional tribute to Luke and seeing how many people down here truly love him.”

Luke’s friends hope some good can come from his tragic passing.

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Moustaches are on Point OnePointHealth staff dump their razors to get behind Movember movement NICOLA BARTON

8 mo-tivated staff members from OnePointHealth will raise vital funds for men’s health as part of the Movember movement.

With the goal to raise $7000, all of the male employees have joined together to both create awareness and support the cause.

OnePointHealth CEO, Michael Todd, said he feels privileged to be part of such a great initiative.

“A lot of staff have been touched in some way through family and friends in terms of depression, cancer and suicide prevention, so getting behind this cause seemed like the most appropriate, as a way to support families that had suffered in the past,” he said.

The initiative will continue for the entire month of November as a way to raise funds and promote available support.

The Movember Foundation has four key focuses which include mental health, suicide prevention as well as prostate and testicular cancer.

As it stands, suicide is the leading cause of death in Australian men aged 15 to 44.

Just last year, 3128 Australians took their own lives – 75 per cent of which were male.

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“There a lot of people who are doing it tough and they are often the ones who are most likely to stay quiet, so we are trying to encourage them to talk about their feelings,” Mr Todd said.

“For us, growing a moustache is taking us out of our comfort zones which is not the same, but it’s a way for us to raise awareness and encourage men to speak up, because they often don’t.”

Mr Todd said he was overwhelmed by the immense support from his colleagues.

“We have a really good team and culture at OnePointHealth so once we put it out there, it was sort of all organised within a week,” he said.

“Every male is on board, so it’s awesome to see everyone come together and it really shows how important it is.”

Sports people are also showing their support for Movember this year, including GWS defender Adam Tomlinson.

“For me, Movember is about showing support for my family after a very difficult year in 2017,” Tomlinson said.

“Movember is the perfect way to support men’s mental health, something that is very serious, but to do it in a way that is enjoyable and humorous.”

To support the OnePointHealth crew, visit au.movember.com/team/2328035 or pop in to OnePointHealth on High Street.

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Councillor quits One Nation but still set to contest election NICOLA BARTON

enrith City Councillor Marcus Cornish is considering his options following the announcement that he will not be renewing his membership with One Nation.

Cr Cornish joined the party last year after returning from the Queensland State Election, where he helped with Pauline Hanson’s campaign.

Although confirming his departure, Cr Cornish said he continues to support Pauline Hanson and One Nation’s policies and would like to see One Nation do well at the upcoming elections.

“I believe, at this stage, I can best serve and represent the interests of the people of Penrith and Australia as an independent,” he said.

Cr Cornish confirmed he is currently reviewing his options in regards to the upcoming State Election in March next year.

As an independent, he said his biggest concern is the possibility of installing more tolls on the M4 between Parramatta and Mulgoa Road.

“If tolls are placed on the M4 between Parramatta and Penrith that would make the people of Penrith and the Blue Mountains the highest taxed people, regarding tolls, in the world,” he said.

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Pauline Hanson and Marcus Cornish Cr Cornish is convinced tolls will be put on the M4 along with average speed cameras to raise revenue, and to help pay for upgrades. He believes this will occur after the State Election in March.

But Penrith MP and WestConnex Minister Stuart Ayres scoffed at the suggestion.

“There will never be a toll on the M4 between Parramatta and Lapstone,” Mr Ayres said.

“Anyone who suggests there would be is deliberately lying.”

Cr Cornish will make his final decision on the State Election soon.

The Salvation Army is encouraging Penrith locals to connect with their community this Christmas, whether it is through participating in Christmas activities, giving a hand up to someone in need, or reaching out to the Salvos for help.

Christmas is one of the hardest times of year for Australians doing it tough, but Penrith Salvation Army Officer Major Gary Smith said just a small contribution can make a big difference in helping to give hope where it’s needed most.

“For just $29 you can provide food on the table and a present under the Christmas tree to help give hope to someone in need this Christmas,” Major Smith said.

Research from The Salvation Army has revealed that 95 per cent of all households who access the Salvos emergency services are living in poverty, with 74 per cent experiencing food insecurity and 67 per cent reporting that food affordability is their greatest daily challenge.

Penrith locals are invited to attend The Salvation Army’s carols service on December 16 from 4pm for free fun, rides and food, with the carols starting at 6.30pm at 48 Luttrell Street, Glenmore Park.

On Christmas Day, The Salvation Army is inviting the public to gather to celebrate the hope and joy of Christmas. The Christmas Day service will be held at 9am at 48 Lutrell Street, Glenmore Park and everyone is welcome to attend.

If you require assistance at Christmas with food and gifts please call 4722 3975.

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Independence is critical New homes in Werrington purpose-built for locals with high support needs NICOLA BARTON

6 people living with high support needs now have a place to call home following the ribbon cutting of new independent disability accommodation.

Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler joined Federal Member for Lindsay Emma Husar to tour the facility and meet the new residents.

Delivered by Independent Living Villages, the two blocks, which sit on Grove Place in Werrington, are purposedesigned to promote both accessibility and safety.

Cr Fowler said with 18 per cent of the Penrith population living with a disability, the need for appropriate accommodation is vital.

“At Penrith Council we really understand that the options for people with extreme functional impairment are very limited, so we’d like to thank Independent Living Villages for recognising this gap,” he said.

NDIS participants eligible for the Specialist Disability Accommodation payment are expected to move into their new homes by Christmas.

Turning the first sods of soil just eight months ago, Ms Husar is thrilled to see the completion delivered on time.

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“Before the NDIS over 7000 young people with high support needs were living in aged care facilities,” she said.

“These are not just numbers on paper, this is real life and the benefit of standing here today is that we can see, right here in Werrington, that 16 people will be moving into their new homes.”

The buildings feature wider door frames, accessible toilets and showers as well as an elevator and low bench tops.

Carers will be present 24 hours a day to assist the residents when needed.

Independent Living Villages Chairperson, Stella Boyle, said as someone who relies on a wheelchair, the opening of the facility is very close to her heart.

“This all started with a belief, an idea and a bunch of very passionate people who got together and thought that what was already there wasn’t good enough, they believed we have a power to make change to people’s lives,” she said.

“Just because we’re in a wheelchair doesn’t mean that we should be institutionalised, just because you need special care doesn’t mean you need to give up your independence or your freedom.”

Construction is currently underway for more Independent Living Villages in Jordan Springs. For more information, visit independentlivingvillages.org.au.

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Regional NSW will be a focus Ray Daley was a dairy farmer from Kempsey – he was also my grandfather.

That is why it pains me to watch the people of regional NSW be neglected by a Sydney-centric Liberal-Nationals Government. Just weeks ago, the Auditor-General found that regional NSW has been cheated out of almost half of the infrastructure spending they were promised.

Today, we have a two speed economy and we are at risk of a two speed society.

Every time I hear the Berejiklian-Barilaro Government boast about the economy, I’m reminded that regional NSW lost 17,000 jobs over the last five years. We’re going backwards in the bush. It’s no wonder when the Liberals and Nationals are building toll roads in Sydney, stadiums in Sydney and a disastrous light rail through Sydney. I will put regional NSW at the heart of everything I do as the new leader of Labor in NSW. Regional NSW will get 100 per cent of Labor’s $4.1 billion Regional Jobs Fund. And over the coming weeks I will outline Labor’s Local Jobs First package. The Liberals and Nationals have had eight long years. It’s time for change.

MICHAEL DALEY, LEADER OF THE LABOR OPPOSITION IN NSW

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Drive away winner Tamara James from Emu Plains was the winner of a brand new car at the Gotcha4Life inaugural Sportsman’s Lunch earlier this month.

Penrith Rams and Western Sydney AFL Clubs raised $90,986 for Gotcha4Life at the lunch.

Local business Sinclair Hyundai donated the brand new Hyundai Accent Sport that was raffled on the day raising over $20,000. Tamara gifted the brand new car to her son.

50 years of service Gerard Buchtmann of Emu Plains has been honoured for 50 years of service to the community as a Justice of the Peace.

“Mr Buchtmann is one of the longestserving JPs in the state, who has donated countless hours to helping local people,” said Penrith MP Stuart Ayres.

“During the 50 years, Mr Buchtmann has been witnessing documents and he has also witnessed profound social changes and advances in technology.”

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ach year Nepean Village celebrates Christmas in an exciting, familyfriendly way, but this year they’ve taken it up a notch, with a ‘sleeping Santa’ and a build-up of Christmas themed events.

Nepean Village Marketing Manager, Sisamone Phongsack, said the ‘sleeping Santa’ is a throwback to a concept the centre did in the past.

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Nepean Village is also hosting a slew of Christmas themed events to build excitement in a “nice, community focused way”.

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“Penrith has an incredibly fruitful relationship with Lachlan Shire. Hearing the stories of hardship first hand from Lachlan Shire Mayor Cr John Medcalf has inspired us to come together and raise funds for our rural friends,” he said.

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Schools to purchase vital new resources thanks to $1.18 billion allocation NICOLA BARTON

he State Government has announced a record $1.18 billion budget allocation to be distributed across 2,200 public schools next year.

Education Minister Rob Stokes joined Penrith MP Stuart Ayres at Kingswood High School to announce the investment.

The additional funding will be provided through an increase to every school’s per student allocation, particularly to those from low socio-economic backgrounds.

Mr Stokes said the funding, as part of the Resource Allocation Model (RAM), gives school principals the freedom to spend their allocated funds in a way that delivers the best outcomes for their students.

“I am incredibly proud of the outstanding educational leaders in our public schools and their ability to engage students. RAM funding provides greater resources to enable them to direct funding to cater to the needs of their particular student body,” he said.

“Schools can use the money to hire more teachers or administrative staff, for example, or to buy new iPads, instruments or sports equipment, whatever the school community decides will best meet their unique learning and teaching needs.”

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The RAM payments were introduced in 2014 as part of the State Government’s commitment to needs-based funding and ensures that every school receives a fair and transparent allocation of the state’s public education budget.

Mr Ayres said almost $429 million of this year’s RAM funding would flow into western Sydney schools.

“Where Labor closed schools, we provide record funding. Today’s announcement demonstrates again that only the NSW Liberals and Nationals can deliver real results for the people of western Sydney,” he said.

Kingswood High School will be allocated $1,538,020 as part of the RAM funding.

With the funding they received in 2018 they were able to deliver a new student study area, hire four full-time literacy and numeracy experts and employ a Deputy Principal tasked with student engagement. It also allowed them to maintain and run an operational commercial kitchen for their hospitality students.

Principal Adam Forbes said RAM funding allows the school to provide the best possible learning environment.

“Equity is a core value in public education and at Kingswood High School we pride ourselves on creating opportunities for all students to succeed,” he said.

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On Sunday, November 25, Penrith City will once again reaffirm our support of the White Ribbon campaign to help bring an end to violence against women.

Australian statistics show that, on average, one woman is killed every week by a current or former partner and that domestic violence is the principal cause of homelessness for women and their children.

With domestic violence frequently going unreported, the true impact is often invisible.

The White Ribbon campaign raises awareness and challenges the attitudes and behaviours that lead to this violence.

In this moment for us to stand in solidarity, we invite you to join us on Sunday, November 25 for a 3.5km walk along the Nepean River. From 9am, the White Ribbon Oath will be read at Weir Reserve, after which the group will walk to Tench Reserve.

After the walk, stay for the free breakfast BBQ and enjoy live music by local artist Jarrah Ferris-Smith.

This gathering is a way for our community to speak up and say ‘no’ to domestic and family violence, and is a show of support for survivors and those experiencing abuse. The large number of people in attendance each year shows the willingness of our local community to bring about positive change.

Don’t forget your sunscreen, hat, comfortable walking shoes and reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.

Free shuttle buses will run from Tench Reserve back to Weir Reserve from 10.30am.

If you are experiencing domestic violence call 1800 737 732 for confidential information, counselling and support.

If you are in immediate danger, call Triple Zero (000).

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Spelling champs are lost for words NICOLA BARTON

tymology, irredeemable, and enthusiasm were just a few of the words Emilia McCarthy, aged nine, successfully spelled at the 2018 NSW Premier’s Spelling Bee, securing her win in the junior division.

The Year 4 student from Glenmore Park Public School was among 100 junior and senior finalists from across the state that went letter-to-letter at the Premier’s Spelling Bee earlier this month.

Over 170,000 Year 3 to 6 students from almost 1,000 public schools participated.

Year 5 student Fatimah Abid also represented the school in the senior division and placed in the top 10.

State Member for Mulgoa Tanya Davies visited Glenmore Park Public School to congratulate Emilia and Fatimah on their success.

“This is a marvellous achievement for both Emilia and Fatimah. To be among the best spellers of the state requires hard work and a passion for learning,” Mrs Davies said.

“I congratulate Emilia on this extraordinary achievement of being crowned the best junior speller in NSW.”

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Principal of Glenmore Park Public School, Natalie Mansour, expressed her elation over the success of the Glenmore Park Public School students at the Spelling Bee. “We are all so proud of Emilia. Making it to the finals is fantastic, but winning… is out of this world!” she said.

Glenmore Park Public School was one of only nine schools in the state to have finalists in both the senior and junior competition.

“When I won, I can’t even explain the feeling, I couldn’t comprehend it and there’s not a word that could describe how happy I was,” Emilia said.

“My aunt, grandmother, mum, dad and sister all came to see me, they are all really proud of me.”

The Premier’s Spelling Bee was introduced as a fun and educational way for primary school students to engage in spelling. Each year the Bee has grown in popularity, with an additional 20,000 students taking part this year.

Now in its 15th year, the 2018 Premier’s Spelling Bee has seen a record participation of 170,000 students from almost 1,000 public schools across the state.

Both girls said they wish to participate again in the future.

Emilia McCarthy, Tanya Davies and Fatimah Abid. Photo: Melinda Jane

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Grant will fund passionate work NICOLA BARTON

t Marys talent Bernadette Fam is bringing culture to the stage as funding received through Create NSW will see her artistic development grow throughout next year.

The grant, as part of the Young Creative Leaders Scholarship, will enable her to partake in a variety of internship opportunities as well as develop her own stage piece.

The 21-year-old Egyption-Australian said she plans to use the funds to create a show that shares the real stories of ArabicAustralian women living in western Sydney.

“The first half of my scholarship will go towards a secondment with the National Theatre of Parramatta and Playwriting Australia and an internship at The Joan,” she said.

“For my piece, I’m going to be doing a lot of research in the first few months of the year, visiting areas such as Blacktown, Fairfield and Lakemba where the presence of Arab culture is huge and interviewing everyday women on their experiences, as well as stigmas and tensions associated with their culture.”

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Her piece, titled ‘Middle Where?’, will be verbatim style, meaning all of the words in the script will be straight from the interviews.

“I want to address both inter-generational and family issues, to get other women’s stories and create something that is not political, but a celebration of culture to really humanise these women and promote understanding – understanding is the driving force for unity,” she said.

Graduating just last year from the Sydney Theatre School, Ms Fam first fell in love with the craft when taking high school drama classes. With the ambition to become a lawyer, she made a last minute decision which she said is the best risk she’s ever taken.

She now will spend the next year working alongside The Joan to research, write and block her piece, which she can then pitch to organisations such as Playwriting Australia for further development in the future.

“It’s so hard when you know what you want to create but don’t have the funds to do so,” she said.

“I’m so grateful to have received this because it gives me the opportunity to push myself out of my comfort zone and explore my ideas.”

Bernadette Fam at The Joan in Penrith. Photo: Melinda Jane

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Make a wish come true Shoppers urged to buy an extra gift this Christmas for a struggling family NICOLA BARTON

mart Penrith and the Salvation Army are sharing the Christmas spirit for those who are doing it tough with the launch of this year’s Wishing Tree Appeal.

On Tuesday, a special ceremony was held at the store which saw song, dance and magic performances from Henry Fulton Public School and Magic Macy.

Kmart is now calling on the community to dig deep and make a child’s day by donating a gift to struggling families this Christmas.

Wishing Tree Champion, Sarah Mills, said the drive is a chance for Penrith to do their bit and give back.

“Each year this appeal helps thousands of Australians with close to 400,000 gifts collected each year,” she said.

“We kindly ask that people consider giving a gift that will help beyond Christmas, this year we want to focus on helping those in need all year round, working with the Salvation Army to make sure the appeal helps where it’s needed.”

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Chance for local seniors to become more Tech Savvy lder people in Penrith have the opportunity to increase their digital skills to stay connected through the NSW Government’s popular Tech Savvy Seniors program.

Delivered in partnership with Telstra, Tech Savvy Seniors provides free or low cost training through a network of community colleges and libraries to help older people learn to use computers, tablets and smartphones.

Penrith MP Stuart Ayres this week announced that Nepean Community College and Penrith City Library are among 130 locations across NSW to deliver the Tech Savvy Seniors program in 2019.

“Technology changes quickly so it’s important to ensure seniors aren’t left behind, and I’m delighted that Nepean Community College and Penrith City Library will be working with Penrith seniors to help them learn new skills such as downloading apps, checking the train/bus schedule online and sending emails and photos,” Mr Ayres said.

“I encourage all older people in the Penrith community to take a look at what’s on offer and learn something new.”

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Christmas preview To make it easy for customers to get into the festive spirit and plan ahead for Christmas celebrations, Woolworths is inviting Penrith customers in store this weekend to sample some of their festive food favourites.

The Woolworths Christmas Food Fair will be held at your local Woolworths from 12pm-4pm on Saturday, November 17 and Sunday, November 18, providing a fun and tasty way for customers to interact with the range.

Fresh produce, including seasonal mangos and prawns, along with fruit mince pies, Gold puddings and the awardwinning Woolworths Half Leg Ham will be on hand to be sampled along with a variety of tasty items in the deli including Maggie Beers’ Triple Cream Brie.

McHappy Day Don’t forget to head to your local McDonald’s restaurant on Saturday for McHappy Day. As the largest fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities, McHappy Day is vital in raising funds for the charity, which helps keep families together when their child is sick or injured.

Western Weekender Editor Troy Dodds and Deputy Editor Nathan Taylor will be helping out at McDonald’s Panthers Leagues from 11.30am, alongside Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary and halfback Nathan Cleary.

Since it first started in 1991, McHappy Day has raised more than $42 million for RMHC and over $4 million in 2017.

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Sweet Christmas in Penrith Gingerbread village among the highlights of festive season enrith is about to receive a giant gingerbread village complete with local locations that include Panthers Stadium, High Street, Penrith’s giant Christmas tree and of course a nativity scene. For train enthusiasts the village will also include a station and fully functioning train set.

This is the first time a feat of this size has been attempted in Penrith, but local bakery Poles Patisserie is up for the challenge.

The project will involve 50kg of gingerbread, 25kg of royal icing and 15kg of lollies, plus hundreds of hours of labour.

“We wanted to bring some fun to Christmas this year,” said Poles Patisserie owners Ricky Ardila and Jason Poles.

“The idea is to bring something that is usually only seen in the city, here to Penrith.”

The Poles team will start the construction of the village at 5pm on Friday, November 30 as part of the Penrith Christmas Tree Lighting festivities, which are run by the Penrith CBD Corporation.

Families can come down and watch as the gingerbread village comes to life, as well as enjoy the food stalls, live music, market stalls, face painting, the lighting of the tree and of course the muchanticipated visit from Santa.

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“We are very excited that Poles Patisserie has offered to create this unique gingerbread village to add to the start of our Christmas celebrations.”

The tree lighting is being held at

Memory Park on the corner of High Street and Woodriff Street on November 30 and will run from 5pm to 10pm with Santa arriving at 8pm, which is sure to delight the families in attendance.

After the Christmas Tree Lighting, the gingerbread village will be displayed in Westfield Penrith.

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BUSINESS Surviving the silly season and preparing for 2019 Jane Tweedy // Western Sydney Business Centre 4721 5011 | reception@wsbusiness.com.au

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n the mid 2000s Thirsty Merc took Australia by storm, inundating the airwaves with their hit singles ‘In The Summertime’, ‘20 Good Reasons’ and ‘Someday, Someday’.

Now, 16 years after their formation, the Sydney boys are still going strong.

Following a brief hiatus and an overseas venture, the band are back and taking their live show across the country.

Ahead of their gig at O’Donoghues in Emu Plains later this month, front-man Rai Thistlethwayte told the Weekender that getting up on stage with his band mates gives him a tremendous amount of gratitude.

“I know there are a lot of people out there who can’t wait to get away from their jobs but I’m feeling very fortunate that I can say after 16 years that I still get to work with my best mates on stage every night. It’s just awesome,” he said.

While performing with his band mates Phil Stack (bass) and Matt Smith (guitar) on a nightly basis holds a special kind of significance for Thistlethwayte, he says connecting with their audience and getting them away from “their week of work” is what makes it all worthwhile.

“I was in the band room with the guys in Ballarat, a beautiful old town, and we were at a pub where the upper levels of the

building were still completely original, it was this really old looking building,” he recalled.

“We were standing on the balcony there and I just remember saying to the guys before going on stage ‘this is incredible, we’re here, it’s a windy cold night, but we’re all here and we’ve just got to get on the stage and make everyone in that room happy.

“We have to warm them up and we’re going to leave them with music and the fact they can get away from their week of work, that’s such a cool part of the industry.”

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“We know ways of engineering the set list to have a good flow; we start strong, get a nice journey going on and leave everyone with a smile on their face,” he said.

The band will of course perform all of their hits at the Emu Plains show but there’ll likely be a few surprises thrown in as well.

Thirsty Merc will be playing at O’Donoughues in Emu Plains on Friday, November 30 from 7pm. Tickets are $22.55. To book or for more information, call 4735 5509 or visit www.moshtix. com.au/thirstymerc.

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Presented by Penrith City Library, he will be discussing his career as one of the world’s most renowned crime writers and his heart-stopping new book Past Tense, the 23rd novel in the series.

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BY Noëlle Janaczewska DIRECTOR Nick Atkins

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ome of the biggest country music stars in the world are heading to Australia next year as part of the inaugural Australian Country To Country festival.

Superstar Tim McGraw will headline the event at Qudos Bank Arena in September 2019, alongside the charttopping Kelsea Ballerini (pictured) and popular band Midland.

C2C Australia will be 10 hours of country music, spanning multiple stages including the Main Stage, the C2C Spotlight Stage and the Town Square, and showcasing the best in country music as well as emerging talent from the United States and Australia.

The festival will also feature an array of attractions and great food options for passionate country music fans.

Tim McGraw has sold more than 50 million records and dominated the charts with 43 worldwide #1 singles.

He’s won three Grammy Awards, 16 Academy of Country Music Awards and numerous other honours.

Kelsea Ballerini has emerged in the last three years as one of the biggest names in country music. Praised by The New York Times as being an “elegant songwriter”, she’s currently climbing the charts with ‘Miss Me More’.

Tickets to the September 28 show go on sale through Ticketek today.

A brand-new play mixing stories, politics and drinks for a raucous party of modernist mischief inspired by the history of Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest.

NOVEMBER 15-17 | 7.30PM 17 | 2.00PM 22-24 | 7.30PM

TICKETS STANDARD $55 CONCESSION $50 UNDER 30 $30

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Special collection to wow art lovers in Mountains CHLOE KAY RICHARDSON

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nternationally renowned Moorcroft designers are back with a brand new collection ‘The Spirit of Australia’, celebrating Australia as it is today, and the stunning imagery that our continent is full of.

From landmark buildings to animals, flowers and birds, the art that’s been produced for ‘The Spirit of Australia’ is beautifully captured both through dedicated research and the colourful imaginations of the Moorcroft designers themselves. Incorporating line-work and vibrant colours, the team have created a truly breathtaking and fascinating collection of work.

As part of the collections tour, Moorcroft’s Managing Director, Elise Adams,

and leading demonstration artist Joanne Ratcliffe will be bringing their free of charge ‘Spirit of Australia’ event to Faulconbridge on November 18.

If you wish to attend, Moorcroft ask that you let the retailer know in advance.

‘The Spirit of Australia’ event will be held at Faulconbridge Antiques & Giftware on Sunday, November 18 at 12pm.

Entry is free. To book, call 4751 7627 or visit www.faulconbridgeantiques.com. au.

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Book now thejoan.com.au 4723 7600

Penrith Youth Orchestra and musicians from the Australian Chamber Orchestra Featuring works by Beethoven, Wagner, Dvořák, Mozart & Elgar

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ollowing the triumph of their introductory performance in May 2018, Penrith Youth Orchestra will be presenting a concert at The Joan where they will perform orchestral and chamber music favourites.

The grand showcase, directed by conductor Paul Terracini, will include music by Beethoven, Wagner and Dvorak, and will also feature a performance from the ACO Education Ensemble, who will perform works by Mozart and Piazzolla.

The orchestra is made up of extraordinarily talented young musicians from

Sunday 25 November, 3pm THE JOAN, PENRITH

western Sydney, ranging from ages eight to 21, who have been building long-term musical and orchestral skills with the assistance of the PSO and the ACO. Meena Ahn, the Manager of Penrith Conservatorium, said it’s important that young people in western Sydney have opportunities to participate in attentive, high quality orchestral programs such as this, where students receive expert guidance about the music.

Penrith Youth Orchestra will be performing at The Joan in Penrith on November 25 at 3pm. Tickets start at $10. For more information or to book, call 4723 7611 or visit www.thejoan. com.au.

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Join us for this showcase performance and be delighted by an afternoon of wonderful music performed by some of Western Sydney’s best young talent.

Tickets $15 Adults | $10 Concession

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, November 16 Clive Hay – Lynwood Country Club Free entry, 7pm 4580 2800 Darren Johnstone – Windsor RSL Free entry, 7pm 4587 6900 Jed Zarb – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Katcha Duo – Colyton Hotel Free entry, 8pm 9623 2266 The Blues Brothers: Rebooted Spectacular – St Marys Rugby League Club $25, 8pm 9677 7777 Roxy Dance Studio – The Joan From $22.50, 7pm 4723 7611 Carleo & Adkins – Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4545 0428 Kris McIntyre – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 5764 Outlier – O’Donoghues Emu Plains Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509 The Frocks Bull & Bush Hotel, 9639 4008 Friday, November 16, 9pm, Free entry

Jo Karas – Blacktown RSL Free entry, 7.30pm 9622 5222 Alex Roussos – Windsor RSL Free entry, 7pm 4587 6900 Charlie & The Golden Ticket – The Joan From $43, 1pm 4723 7611 Confetti Disco Party Band – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Glenn Bidmead & Dave Wilkins – Hawkesbury Hotel Free entry, 4pm 4545 0428 Yellow Yellow Sometimes Blue – The Joan From $18, 2pm 4723 7611 Colours of the Rainbow: Collaborate – Panthers Penrith From $19.15, 10.30am 1300 PANTHERS Crawl File: Australian Crawl Show – Kingswood Sports Club Free entry, 8pm 4737 460 Soundproofed: 80s Rewind – Australian Brewery Hotel Free entry, 8pm 9679 4555 Big Swing Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 The Suits – Bull & Bush Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9639 4008 DNA – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Desi Voice – Rooty Hill RSL $20, 7.30pm 9677 4916 Owen Campbell & Band – Metropole Guesthouse From $20, 6pm 4782 5544

Mr James Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Tori Darke Duo – Bull & Bush Hotel Free entry, 3pm 9639 4008 Two Weeks with the Queen – Henry Lawson Theatre From $15, 8pm 4729 2996

Friday, November 23 Darren Johnstone – Lynwood Country Club Free entry, 7pm 4580 2800 David Agius Duo – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Show – Bull & Bush Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9639 4008 Marshall Okell Hawkesbury Hotel, 4545 0428 Friday, November 23, 8pm, Free entry

Saturday, November 17 90% 90s – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Backlash Duo – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Menopause the Musical: Women on Fire – St Marys Band Club From $43, 5.30pm 9623 1211 Camp Popcorn – John Lees Centre From $20, 7pm 4735 5422 Karaoke – Greygums Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4734 5555

Hayley Marshall – Colyton Hotel Free entry, 2pm 9623 2266 The Be-Bop-A-Lula- Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 9623 2266

Kris McIntyre – Colyton Hotel Free entry, 2pm 9623 2266 Excite: A Night At The Oscars – Panthers Penrith From $29.35, 5.30pm 1300 PANTHERS

Karl Christoph O’Donoghues, 4735 5509 Sunday, November 25, 2pm, Free entry

Hayley Marshall Rooty Hill RSL, 9677 4916 Sunday, November 18, 1pm, Free entry Hayley Marshall – Windsor RSL Free entry, 7pm 4587 6900 The Noughties – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 5764 The Climbing Tree – Riverside Theatres From $20, 7.30pm 8839 3399 Royale With Cheese: Your Favourite 90s Covers – O’Donoghues Free entry, 9pm 4735 5509

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald (M) Daily except Sun, Wed: 10:10AM, 11:15AM, 12:15PM, 1:00PM, 2:15PM, 3:15PM, 4:00PM, 5:15PM, 6:15PM, 7:00PM, 8:15PM, 8:40PM, 9:15PM. Sun: 10:10AM, 11:15AM, 12:15PM, 1:10PM, 2:15PM, 3:15PM, 4:10PM, 5:15PM, 6:15PM, 7:00PM, 8:15PM, 8:40PM, 9:15PM.

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Wed: 10:00AM, 11:15AM, 12:15PM, 1:00PM, 2:15PM, 3:15PM, 4:00PM, 5:15PM, 6:15PM, 7:00PM, 8:15PM, 8:40PM, 9:15PM

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Session times are subject to change without notice, visit www.hoyts.com.au to check session times or book tickets

Old Man & the Gun, The (M) Daily except Sun, Wed: 10:20AM, 12:00PM, 7:20PM. Sun: 10:20AM, 12:00PM, 6:30PM. Wed: 10:00AM, 12:20PM, 7:20PM

The Grinch (G) Sun: 2:00PM

ABBALANCHE: The Australian ABBA Tribute Show – Parramatta RSL $15, 7.30pm 9633 5177 Latina Rhythm – Blacktown Workers Club From $10, 8pm 9830 0600 Crimson Chin Duo – O’Donoghues Free entry, 6pm 4735 5509 DJ Koby Justice – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 5764 K.P – Windsor Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 4577 6488 Party on the Patio 6 – Hawkesbury Hotel From $18, 5pm 4545 0428 Laurie Bennett – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Lloyd Bowden – Windsor RSL Free entry, 7pm 4587 6900 Rock City Saints – Penrith RSL Free entry, 8pm 4728 5200 Royale With Cheese: Your Favourite 90s Covers – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Soundproofed: 80s Rewind – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Karaoke – Greygums Hotel Free entry, 9pm 4734 5555

Sunday, November 25

Sunday, November 18 Yellow Yellow Sometimes Blue – The Joan From $18, 7.30pm 4723 7611 No Brakes – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211

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Nepean Evening VIEW Club 3rd Monday of each month 4735 4982 Leonay Probus Club Third Friday of the month 4735 5157 Penrith Showground Markets Every Wednesday 8.30am Penrith Paceway • 4721 0509 Emu Craft Market Second Saturday of the month • Nepean High School

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD

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

Feel the need for speed at TreeTops Looking for a thrill? Go to TreeTops Adventure Park, and challenge yourself with their newest attraction, the fastest roller coaster zip line in the world. The zip line flies downhill among stunning natural bushland at speeds around 50km/h, that’s close to 2.3G force. All participants wear harnesses, making this a safe and exciting family-friendly escapade. For more information, visit www.treetops.com.au.

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Sunset Station Singers Mondays 7.30pm St Marys RSL • 0425 223 113 Glenmore Park Probus Club Third Wednesday of the month • 9673 2580 Penrith Men’s Shed New members welcome Wednesdays • 0439 646 942 Penrith Rotary Club New members welcome Mondays • 0407 077 143

Collectormania this Sunday at Panthers from 9am

Fun musical at St Marys Band Club on Saturday

Do you and the kids collect action figures, diecast models, or anything pop culture? You’ll find it all at Collectormania Toy and Hobby Fair.

‘Menopause the Musical: Women on Fire’ is a hilarious celebration of life after 40 and the challenges women conquer following ‘the change’.

Penrith RSL Travel Club New members welcome 0405 332 464

2 SOFT DRINKS $3 BAR SNACKS $ 5 CRAFT BEER & WINE $6 SPIRITS $

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Nathan Taylor TV NEWS

Ê Great news if you are a fan of ‘Breaking Bad’ with talk a movie of the hit TV show is on the cards. It’s understood a ‘Breaking Bad’ film is currently in development but it isn’t clear yet whether it will be for TV or the big screen. Ê Long-time ‘Sunrise’ co-host David Koch has re-signed with Channel Seven for a further two years. It means Kochie will remain on our screens every morning until at least the end of 2020.

DECEMBER 7

1.35PM & 8.30PM

Ê New Louis Theroux series, ‘Altered States’, is coming to BBC Knowledge next month. The series looks at the unusual ways modern America deals with birth, love and death and features three onehour documentaries. The first episode premieres on Thursday, December 6 at 8.30pm. Ê The new season of ‘Top Chef’ will premiere on Arena on Friday, December 7. Season 16 of the hit reality cooking series will be fast-tracked at 1.35pm and replayed later at 8.30pm.

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Ê

Have you ever wanted to be on a

game show? 10 game show ‘Pointless’ is now casting for NSW-based contestants.

To apply, visit go.mycastingnet.com/apply/show/pointless2019.

Ê Foxtel has announced a multi-year deal with Warner Bros to air four brand new shows including ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ and ‘Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists’, both for 2019, ‘Legacies’ due later this month and ‘Castle Rock’, which premiered this week. Ê Channel 10 has confirmed that its recent drama ‘Playing For Keeps’ will be back for a second season in 2019. Ê No surprise to see Channel 9 yet again playing with the scheduling of a new show it promoted so strongly. ‘Manifest’ is now all over the shop.

16-24 November 2018 Glenbrook Community Theatre Fri 16 Nov 8pm, Sat 17 Nov 2pm, Sat 17 Nov 8pm Fri 23 Nov 8pm, Sat 24 Nov 2pm + Sat 24 Nov 8pm Bookings: WW34210

Join us at 6:30pm on Friday 14th December in the Pavilion for Carols by Candlelight Entertainment, a visit from Santa and fireworks at 9pm!

230-260 Western Road, Kemps Creek

Ê New episodes of ‘Vikings’ return to SBS on Thursday, December 6 at 8.30pm.

New episodes will then air on Thursdays at 9.30pm, fast-tracked from the US.

TOP CHEF, ARENA

Tickets for all 8pm performances $26 for all 2pm performances $23

www.glenbrookplayers.com.au or 4739 1110

Glenbrook Players

Group bookings and credit card facilities available TM

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Theatrical, on behalf of RIGHTS HOLDER

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Ê Foxtel has launched a beta website for Kayo Sports, its new standalone sport streaming service. If you are tired of watching Foxtel just for the sport, you can now subscribe to sport only through Kayo Sports. The beta offer is $25 per month subscription for HD sports on two screens and $35 a month for three screens on Mac, PC, mobile, tablet and with Chromecast. An app, Apple TV and Telstra TV are also on the way. Dubbed the ‘Netflix of Sport’, the service will offer over 50 sports including NRL, AFL, NBA, Cricket, A-League, NBL, NFL and Formula One. You will also get access to Fox Sports channels, ESPN and BeIN.

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Western Sydney’s Home of Entertainment

Roy Ortuso Presents / Direct From Italy

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At the movies...

Captivating performance BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY ++++ 2 hours, 13 mins CHLOE KAY RICHARDSON

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Following Queen’s triumphant rise to the top through their iconic hit songs, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ is an at times sugary-sweet biopic that looks through a rose tinted lens at the life of front man Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek).

From beginning to end, Malek captivates the audience with his mind-blowingly accurate imitation of the rock legend. With Mercury’s mannerisms down pat, and an unbelievable dedication to portraying the renowned performer correctly, Malek is the film’s guiding light, much as Mercury was Queen’s.

While the movie, directed by

Bryan Singer and Dexter Fletcher, dives into Mercury’s struggles and wrong doings, creative and musical involvement by Queen’s two remaining original members, Brian May and Roger Taylor, resulted in a one dimensional, do-no-wrong portrayal of the rest of the band. The film also fast forwards certain crucial aspects of the band’s time together, including a false timeline surrounding Mercury’s AIDS diagnosis.

While the small failures don’t go unnoticed, this is a perfectly casted movie, with an award-winning, tear jerking, and hair raising lead performance by Malek. ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ is a truly spectacular, and extravagant two hours of cinema.

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Create a magical memory Book your Santa photo online and skip the queue

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Visit westfield.com.au/penrith *Fresh Food trading from 7.00AM

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1. Which highly respected comic book writer and publisher passed away this week?

2. By what scoreline did the Matildas beat Chile in Newcastle on Tuesday night?

3. Which 2GB broadcaster is

currently in hospital seeking treatment for back pain?

4. Who is the new leader of the NSW Labor Party following the resignation of Luke Foley?

5. Where was the NSW Golf Open held?

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Christmas Celebration

A Very Smurfy Christmas Event Saturday 1 December, 11am – 3pm

Meet The Smurfs!

Santa Claus

Get Festive

Papa Smurf, Smurfette & Brainy Smurf can’t wait to see you

See his grand entrance with Mrs Claus on the special trackless train

Face painting and balloon creations by our Christmas elves – plus sing along to Christmas carols

Explore our Smurfy Wonderland 26 November to Christmas Eve Discover the six Smurf Wonderlands hidden around the centre!

Late night shopping every Thursday until 9pm Cnr. Mulgoa Rd & Wolseley St, Jamisontown

2018. Licensed through I.M.P.S. (Brussels) www.smurf.com

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MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

your horoscopes

This week’s restless stars boost your adventurous Aries side. The early week Mars/Jupiter square revs up your Ram motor but, if you are too hasty, then you could find yourself in hot water. So slow down and pace yourself, before you blow a fuse! Friday’s Full Moon is the perfect time for a brilliant light-bulb moment.

You certainly have the ideas and passion to get an ambitious project off the ground.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

This week’s Full Moon shines a bright spotlight on personal and shared finances. But – with Mercury still retrograde – money matters look rather complicated, as extra expenses surface or cracks appear in a financial partnership.

Whether it’s income, property, business or relationships, all joint endeavours must be closely examined and creatively reinvented.

GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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You’re full of fabulous ideas this week as the Full Moon lights up your sign, and your sparky energy goes into overdrive. But, if you are too gung-ho and disorganised, then retrograde Mercury will bring you back down to earth with a thud. A joint venture needs to pass the Practicality Test. So try to balance being enthusiastic with being realistic. And don’t make serious commitments unless you are certain you can keep them.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Expect an emotional rollercoaster ride this week, as retrograde Mercury and the Full Moon disrupt and discombobulate your usual daily routine. So avoid making any important decisions until things settle down. You’re keen to put your feet up and daydream the hours away in your cosy cave. But – as you retreat into your own private world – make sure you can differentiate between fact and fantasy.

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

Electric excitement is in the air this week.

The Sun links up with Chiron and then shimmies into fellow fire sign Sagittarius.

Plus there’s a sparky Full Moon in gregarious Gemini. So it’s time for Cats to get cracking! When it comes to networking, group activities and goal-setting, the more inventive and versatile you are, the better the outcome will be. Lions are trusting creatures, but don’t let a false friend lead you down the path to trouble.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Work and home life look lively, as retrograde Mercury and the Full Moon fire up your career and domestic zones.

The week will be messy and disorganised but try to keep things in perspective.

Expect the unexpected, accept changes with good grace and adapt accordingly! As Beyonce said: “If everything was perfect, you would never learn and you would never grow”.

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Librans love things to run efficiently and smoothly but (courtesy of retro Mercury and the Full Moon) there’s unpredictable planetary energy about this week. So drop the perfectly planned schedule and just take things as they come. Some possible scenarios? A relationship with a family member or neighbour could veer off in a totally unexpected direction. Or something you post on social media could receive an unforeseen response.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

This week – if you’re not careful – you could lose direction and get lost in a quagmire of possibilities. As Bjork observes: “I sometimes fall into the trap of doing what I think I should be doing, rather than what I want to be doing”.

Also, with retro Mercury and the Full Moon firing up your $$$ zones, a financial matter will become worse if you allow yourself to be side-tracked.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

With the Sun joining Jupiter and retrograde Mercury in your sign, it’s time to shake off the shackles of other people’s expectations and instead, be the authentically real you. As Goldie Hawn said: “The only thing that will make you happy is being happy with who you are”. Friday’s Full Moon falls in your love zone, so expect relationship dramas. Singles – over the coming month, you could experience an electric connection with someone.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Have you been wasting time worrying and procrastinating? With this week’s Full Moon lighting up your job zone, you need to reboot your daily routine and be fast and flexible as you plan your future career path. If you have the confidence to listen to your wise inner voice, then you’ll be one step ahead of the professional pack! Your creativity can also take you places at work.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

This week you’re in the mood for an avant-garde adventure or a bohemian rendezvous. But remember there’s a fine line between being spontaneous and successful; and being hasty and foolhardy. Also – courtesy of retrograde Mercury – a cherished goal or dream may require much more planning than you originally thought. That’s OK Aquarius.

Relax, take your time and concentrate on enjoying the long and winding journey.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

A work issue, volunteer project or education matter is taking up a lot of your time and attention but, if you hang in there, it will pay off in the long run. Have you been looking for employment? With Mercury still retrograde, there are no quick-fixes.

Friday’s Full Moon encourages you to maintain enthusiasm and momentum.

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religion

Who are the most influential people in your world?

We can be influenced by celebrities and politicians, but what about Jesus?

Rev John Lavender www.gpa.church

Time Magazine recently released its list of the ‘Most Influential People’ for 2018.

The list is divided into five groups; Pioneers, Artists, Leaders, Icons, and Titans.

Because it comes out of the USA, we won’t know all the names, but it is still a fascinating list including people like Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, Donald Trump, Prince Harry, and Roger Federer.

According to Time, these are people “whose ideas and actions are revolutionising their fields and transforming lives”.

Who is it that is influential in your life?

Who do you know who has the potential to transform your life? Perhaps it is a parent or close friend. Perhaps a work colleague or teacher. It may even be a politician or sports star. Perhaps it’s a singer or musician.

While these people may have a positive influence on your life, are they able to make an impact on your life that will take you into eternity?

In the Bible’s book of Philippians, the Apostle Paul writes of the transforming power of Jesus. This is what he says; “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Saviour from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that

enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.”

Not only does Jesus have the power to transform your life, but also, when he returns, he will take back to heaven

those who have been trusting in him and patiently waiting for him.

It is important that our world has people who are influencing it for good, but how much better to have a Saviour, Jesus who can transform you and make you ready for eternity.

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O365 Home – This is for families and allows for six individual licences, so each member of the family has a personal account. It Includes the latest versions of Microsoft’s Word, Excel, Powerpoint, OneNote, Outlook, Publisher and Access. The software can be installed on unlimited devices by each user; this can be your PC, Mac, laptop, tablet and phone. The caveat is each user can only be signed into five devices at any one time.

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The cause of bunions, and how you can prevent them!

Bunions are painful and annoying, and there’s plenty of myths that surround them too...

Michael Vassallo Podiatrist OnePointHealth 4732 5188 onepointhealth.com.au

A common misconception the majority of people have is that a bunion is a growth on the big toe, but in reality, it is just a structural misalignment that can result in pain.

In medical terms, bunions are known as Hallux Abducto Valgus which simply means our big toe moves towards our second toe creating a ‘bony bump appearance’. Ultimately, this causes the foot to become broader along with reducing the function of the big toe joint. A reduction in function of this joint can lead to degenerative changes (arthritis) which in turn will cause pain.

Signs and Symptoms Apart from the obvious change in the alignment of your big toe, signs and symptoms such as pain, swelling, tingling, numbness and burning at the joint may present. Thickened skin at the base of your big toe may also be noticeable while also general difficulty in wearing appropriately sized footwear.

Causes of Bunions Bunions generally develop when the uneven distribution of pressure occurs across the foot while walking. This uneven distribution is often the result of the way

different feet mechanically operate along with poor footwear choices such as highheels and ill-fitting footwear. People with a family history of bunions are prone to developing this structural foot change due to a pronated foot posture (flat feet/rolling in).

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Once bunions are developed, the only way to correct the deformity is with surgery, however there are a range of conservative options podiatrists can implement to prevent progression. The first step is supportive footwear with a

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It should be noted that the earlier you seek treatment, the better the outcome will be.

Reducing bunion pain Padding, strapping, splinting and orthotic therapy will reduce pain levels as well as improve function. Pain medication prescribed by your GP may help but ultimately will not prevent the progression of your bunions.

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Day 1: Leaving the meeting point in Sydney, we headed south towards Canberra. Stops were made for coffee and breakfast for some, as it had been an early start.

The Australian War Memorial (pictured) is recognised as one of the finest in the world and is worth the trip to Canberra on its own.

The exhibits are astounding and are being continually upgraded and maintained. I have visited here many times and always find I haven’t enough time to see all of this extremely important part of our history.

Members of our tour had the option of being escorted or to do our own thing.

Our group stayed until the closing time, when we attended the sunset service. A very moving experience as the ode was presented and a lone bugler haunted us with the ‘Last Post’, while relatives laid wreaths in memory of those who fell and those who served.

The first evening we enjoyed a private dinner and a chance to get to know our fellow travellers a bit more.

Visit www.awm.gov.au/visit.

Day 2: After an early breakfast we are on the road, heading off via Harden and its memorial to the Light Horse and a plaque ‘Bill The Bastard’! Bill was actually a horse from the Light Horse, who defied all attempts to ride him except for a Major Michael Shananan.

Temora and one of the greatest air shows in the Southern Hemisphere, Warbirds Down Under.

During the war Temora was home to No 10 Elementary Flying Training School, where more than 2400 RAAF pilots learnt the basics of flight before serving in combat in Europe and the Pacific. Today Temora is home to the Temora Aviation Museum, a collection of significant Australian aircraft used during wartime, nearly all in flying condition.

We are given our admission tickets and let loose to enjoy the flying displays from dozens of aircraft including Spitfires, Hurricanes, Mustangs, Kittyhawks and my father’s 32 Sqd Hudson bomber.

There were plenty of static displays and aircraft to walk around and some even to explore. The facilities were more than adequate with many food and drink setups and souvenir stalls.

Visit aviationmuseum.com.au.

Day 3: As Temora was totally booked out, we took the short drive to Cowra where we were booked for two nights.

The good news was that we were opposite a bar/bistro and a hotel was only 50 metres up the road, so we were able to quench our thirst.

Once in bed, my mind was still flashing back to the aerobatics and the shock waves of the F/A18 – the almost impossible turns as it rocketed across us and the sight of it flying in formation with a Gloster Meteor, one of the earliest of jet fighters.

Day 4: We visit the Cowra Japanese Garden and Cultural Centre and it just happens to have a great café serving breakfast.

The centre was established to recognise and develop the relationship between the people of Cowra Shire and the people of Japan, a relationship that has its origins in the Camp that housed the Japanese P.O.W’s during World War II. Visit www.cowragarden.com.au.

The gardens are a delight and should be added to your ‘not to be missed’ list when visiting Cowra. The breakfast was pretty special as well.

We then went to the fascinating Prisoner of War Camp Site.

A group dinner at the Cowra Services Club tops off another very interesting and informative day.

Check out visitcowra.com.au/cowravisitor-information-centre.

Day 5: We leave Cowra and head towards Bathurst and Lithgow, making a stop in Blayney and to have our group photo taken at their War Memorial Gates.

A visit to the Lithgow Small Arms Factory Museum follows.

Situated on the existing Factory site, this unique museum is widely recognised for its comprehensive collection of modern firearms from around the world, but more than that, it is a showcase of Australian manufacturing.

Displays show the production processes and social history of this renowned facility.

Visit www.lithgowsafmuseum.org.au.

This was our last stop for the tour and back on the coach, we head back to Sydney to the arranged drop-off point.

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Water Safety is hugely important for everyone in our community, so it is crucial that all members of society are included, and have the opportunity to Learn To Swim. To date this has been made possible at our centres by a local mother and son team Judy and Sean Webber, who after nearly 20 years of dedicated service recently called time on their involvement with the Achievers Program at Nepean Aquatic Centre.

Mr Webber, 30, who has cerebral palsy, has been teaching people of all ages and disabilities to swim in the Penrith area since starting the program at Windsor in the early 2000s, and then moving the program across to Nepean Swim & Fitness at Fitness World Swimming in Peachtree Road Penrith in March 2006.

Sean was head instructor and Judy volunteered to co-ordinate the program.

Sean was assisted in the water by a team of dedicated volunteers. In March 2011 the program moved to Nepean Swim & Fitness at Nepean Aquatic Centre. Sean remained as head instructor, Judy continued as a volunteer and we moved away from using volunteers in the water to our

own AUSTSWIM accredited swimming instructors.

There are over 50 disabled swimmers currently in the Achievers Program at Nepean Aquatic Centre. The aims of the program are to deliver a healthy and professional learning environment, provide the swimmer with a pathway from learn to swim to competitive swimming, to swim for fun, learn survival skills for life and set the environment for confidence building.

Over the past 12 years that Nepean Swim & Fitness have been involved in the delivery of the program, with Sean and Judy’s assistance and passion, we have helped to enrich the lives of hundreds of children

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A smaller house, an apartment or a retirement village?

Once the kids have moved out, it’s time to consider your future housing...

Maurice Tulich Tulich Group & operator of The Royce @ Penrith Panthers

You’ve retired, the children have left home and it’s time to think about moving into something smaller, but what type of home is going to be best? You’ll need to consider what impact each option will have on your finances, lifestyle and longer-term wellbeing.

If one of the main reasons for moving is to free up capital, a smaller house may need to be in a more affordable location – further from the city centre, or even in the country. While a quieter rural or coastal lifestyle certainly has its appeal, services such as public transport and healthcare may not be as good, which becomes more of an issue as we age. It may also be more difficult for friends and family to visit.

For those wanting to stay in the city, moving to an apartment makes sense.

They’re generally more affordable and require less maintenance than houses, and they’re also easier to ‘lock up and leave’ during holidays.

Because a lot of residential apartments are rented out, occupants are often younger and more transient. This can make it harder to make friends with neighbours and may mean that sometimes the body corporate has to try to balance the needs of investors and owner-occupiers.

Moving into an apartment in a retirement community may be a better alternative, as it is still usually more affordable than a smaller house and all apartments are owner-occupied. You will need to take the monthly fees into account, but these go towards all the extra facilities and services designed to make it easy to get some exercise, try different hobbies or games, and enjoy social get-togethers.

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same stage of life, sharing a friendly, social and active lifestyle.

Indeed, being part of a supportive community is the key benefit of retirement living – and most villages can accommodate your needs if they change as you age.

The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors, please consult your own legal or financial advisors before making any decisions.

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Don’t overspend during the busy Christmas season The lead-up to Christmas is a great time of the year, but if you’re not careful, it can also be expensive...

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

Personally, I always think of Melbourne Cup day as the start of the festive season.

It seems that the Melbourne Cup functions are the first in a series of Christmas parties and end of year celebrations. It is a great time of year; it can also be an expensive time of year!

It is very easy to overspend during this period, and way too many people get themselves into financial trouble.

Hopefully, many of you read my article last year and have already allocated funds throughout the year for this period of increased spending, and have your festive period kitty ready to go. If you did, good work and enjoy! Obviously, you still need to be somewhat aware of what you are spending.

Increased spending over this period is inevitable, the key, as always, is to direct the increased spending to areas that add the most value. Too much of our spending adds very little value to our lives. It may not be necessary to buy a new outfit for every one of the functions you are attending. I know my wife loves to get a spray tan and her hair and make-up done for an event, it makes her feel great and

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this adds value. The difference is that she picks and chooses the events she goes “all out” for, while the others that aren’t as important, she does her own and hair and make-up.

For me, if I decide not to have a few drinks at some events and drive, I can really reduce the cost of a night by avoiding the need for a taxi or a hotel room.

Other nights, I will let my hair down and celebrate.

Christmas presents can really add up to be expensive. For my family, we no longer buy everyone a present, we have a Kris Kringle; we buy and receive a single present, but it is high quality. This works out to be cheaper and better value than

buying a large number of inexpensive and lower quality presents.

This is just a few examples of how to direct your spending to the things that are important to you, so you can still enjoy the festive season without breaking the bank to do so.

The thing we really want to avoid is racking up a credit card debt. Ideally, you have put some money aside specifically for this period or have some savings. If you haven’t and will be putting money on the credit card, at least plan in advance how you are going to pay it back.

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n terms of the state rivalry between New South Wales and Queensland it may not seem right, but Queenslander Jake McLeod has broken through for his first professional victory, winning the 2018 NSW Open at Twins Creeks last weekend.

Starting the final day last Sunday with a four-shot lead, a nervous McLeod watched that disappear across the front nine before an eagle on the par-5 11th helped ensure the momentous win.

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“I’m pretty stoked, I’ve got no words at the moment but it feels pretty good.

Hopefully I can win a few more,” McLeod said.

“I just think when I’m in contention more often I’ll be able to come back to this situation knowing I’ve done it before and will hopefully be able to do it again. Hopefully that will be in an Aussie Open or PGA in the next few weeks.

a two-putt par to win the title with rounds of 67, 68, 62 and 71 for a tournament total 20-under 268.

“It was tough out there today. I started pretty average but sort of hung in there on those par-5s on the front nine and that eagle on the 11th hole was huge,” McLeod said.

While the winning margin seemed comfortable in the end, McLeod did have to hold off Victorian Cameron John who made a charge for the title before recording back-to-back bogeys to finish in second place.

Speechless after his victory, McLeod walked away with the winner’s prize cheque of $72,000, Official World Golf

“It’s exhausting. I’m looking forward to the Aussie Open next week, then a week off before the PGA. I played pretty well at both last year and I’m looking to do the same thing.”

Rookie professional John finished runner-up, while New South Welshman Blake Windred claimed low amateur honours after he finished tied third alongside Dylan Perry and Josh Younger.

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ight of the strongest people in Penrith will be representing their country at the Oceania Regional Powerlifting Championships next weekend in Queensland.

To be held on the Gold Coast, powerlifters from 14 nations will come together for a weekend of heavy lifting.

Five males and three females from Strength Nation powerlifting gym in Jamisontown will represent Australia in one of the biggest international competitions of the year.

The local squad heading to the popular holiday strip includes Andrew Fraser, Joneil Yuzon, Evan McCloy, Karen Ho, Leanne Hall and Sylvia McKenzie.

Also making the trip up north is 14-year-old Levi Hall and 16-year-old Ben Parraguez.

Australian coach and Strength Nation owner, Ray Owen, is excited and a little nervous about the week ahead.

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Among those vying for gold are two local teens in Levi Hall and Ben Parraguez.

According to Owen, 16-year-old Ben can dead lift 250kg, while 14-year-old Levi – who weighs just 69kg – can squat and dead lift 170kg.

Owen, who at 48 is an accomplished powerlifter himself, is constantly blown away at how strong these teenagers in the sport are.

“It’s pretty amazing… they are very good lifters,” he said.

“Kids can compete as young as 14 but we get kids in younger than that to train. A lot people think kids can’t get involved in strength training but with proper supervision and coaches, kids can do the sport safely.”

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Return of the Ramettes Partnership with Auburn Giants set to end as Penrith focuses on the future NATHAN TAYLOR

fter a two-year partnership with the Auburn Giants, the Penrith Ramettes will once again fly solo next season.

The local Aussie Rules club has announced that after weeks of discussions with both the AFL and Auburn, the joint venture between the two clubs will cease to continue in 2019.

It’s understood the recent restructure for female football has made it difficult and complicated for the joint venture to continue in 2019 and beyond.

Instead, the Ramettes will apply to the AFL to be the eighth and final team included in next year’s top Premier Division competition.

“Our deal with Auburn was initially supposed to be a three-year deal but the league brought in some strong guidelines about the 2020 season,” Rams Director of Female-Football, Greg Corless said.

“The AFL were only going to accept nominations into the Premier Division if the female team was aligned with a men’s club.”

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With just one spot remaining, Corless is quietly confident the Ramettes will get in.

“We are putting in a very strong case and would like to have two teams under the Penrith banner next year,” he said.

“We’ve been recruiting really well and we said we’d fulfil all the requirements for seasons 2019 and 2020. I think it’s a very good submission.”

If Penrith fail to be included in next year’s Premier Division, the club will still enter a team in the Division 1 competition.

However, the club is at major risk of losing AFLW star Renee Tomkins who must play in a Premier Division team as part of her agreement with the GWS Giants.

“Renee has been told she has to play with a Premier Division club… she is desperate to stay. We’ll be fighting tooth and nail to keep her,” Corless said.

While the joint venture between Penrith and Auburn was largely seen as a success, it certainly had its challenges.

The biggest problem was the distance that needed to be covered.

“We are basically 40km from Auburn, so the girls would train one night there and the other night here. We’d also have to share home games between the two grounds,” Corless said.

“We’ve come to realise that the club as a whole would be closer together if we were one entity again.”

A decision will be made next month.

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fter not setting the Big Bash world on fire like she would have wanted to in her debut season, experienced all-rounder Lisa Griffith is excited and grateful to be given the opportunity to have another shot.

The 26-year-old Penrith Cricket Club and NSW Breakers star was over the moon this week, signing a new two-year deal to remain with the Sydney Thunder.

After recording no wickets in her debut season with the Thunder last summer, Griffith was a little worried she may not be asked back.

“I guess you always question whether another deal would be put on the table, I didn’t even expect to get an offer last year, so that was a massive learning curve,” she told the Weekender.

“I’m stoked the Thunder have put their faith in me that I can do the job. Hopefully I have improved on last year and have put in a big pre-season again this year. For me it’s about building on that and learning some more.”

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“I was really lucky to go over and play for the Otago Sparks, they were a really good bunch of girls,” she said.

“It was good to have a confidence boost, take some wickets and get some runs over there. I had an awesome time with them and it was really positive.”

While she didn’t have the impact she was hoping for, Griffith labelled her first season in the WBBL as “positive” and hopes she and her teammates can build on the foundation they laid in 2017/18.

“We probably have some unfinished business after making the semis and not going further. We’ll be pushing to make that Grand Final this year, we’ve got a really good side shaping up,” she said.

“I’d really like to make an impact this year, it was kind of tough for me last season. To come away with no wickets was a really big learning curve.

“I guess things like the stint in New Zealand and these upcoming WNCL games will put me in good stead for the year ahead.”

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While the bulk of Penrith’s top squad will return to training next week, Cleary has already reacquainted himself with many players he watched as kids coming through the system during his first stint as Panthers coach from 2012 to 2015.

Cleary believes having that pre-existing relationship with players will be a huge advantage.

“I’ve got good relationships with the players. A lot of the guys who are here, they debuted when I was coach. Even someone like Jimmy Maloney, I coached him at the Warriors,” he said.

“It helps 100 per cent. I either coached them, signed them or watched them come through the system, which I was very into because Nathan was playing. I watched Tyrone May, Jarome Luai, Dylan Edwards for years… it’s much easier.”

Despite getting the Panthers to a shock Preliminary Final appearance in 2014, Cleary’s first stint at Penrith was largely seen as a rebuild.

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary in his office earlier this week. Photo: Melinda Jane Cleary said the plan from the outset was to develop from within and that’s exactly what’s happened at Panthers even during his time away.

“The whole charter was around trying to get at least 80 per cent of the squad

as locals coming through the system because when we started it was 20 per cent,” he said.

“The bulk of today’s squad has come through the system and, in two to three years’ time, pretty much the whole squad

will be locals apart from a few. That vision we had has come to life.”

Now that Cleary has his squad of local, home grown talent, the pressure is well and truly on to deliver a title to a town starved of premiership success.

“To be able to win premierships you need to be up there every year. You’ve got to get yourself in the conversation and when the time is right and the stars align, you take advantage of that,” he said.

“The club has made three straight Finals but from the bottom half of the top eight.

We’ve got to be a top four team and once we are, we can start thinking about premierships.

“We’ll find out in the next few weeks and months about how we are feeling about ourselves but I can tell there’s a real sense of purpose around this team and what we can achieve, which is exciting.”

Meanwhile, Cleary revealed his relationship with Panthers boss Phil Gould was “all good” and that he hadn’t spoken with former Penrith coach Anthony Griffin about the team he inherited.

He also confirmed that the club is working very hard on new long-term deals for Jarome Luai and James Fisher-Harris.

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GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks have been smashed by the UNSW Raiders 54-36 in Round 10 of the Gridiron NSW Division 1 competition. Meanwhile, Nepean’s Colts team enjoyed a rare win after the Raiders had to forfeit the match due to insufficient players. The score was recorded as a 21-0 victory to the Ducks.

Nepean’s Division 1 team remain in sixth position, while their Colts side stay in fifth. Nepean’s Division 1 team will take on the Central Coast Sharks this Saturday at Doug Rennie Field in Kingswood, while the Colts team will battle the West Sydney Pirates.

BASEBALL: The Penrith Panthers first grade team can’t buy a win at the moment, losing to the Macarthur Orioles in Round 8 of the NSW State Baseball League competition. In the mid-week game, Penrith’s first match against Macarthur was washed out, while in last Sunday’s game they went down 8-4.

The Panthers will battle the Central Coast Marlins in Round 9.

A-LEAGUE: The Western Sydney Wanderers will take on Newcastle at Spotless Stadium tonight, hoping to secure the three points after giving up a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with Brisbane last weekend. Oriol Riera grabbed both goals against the Roar.

W-LEAGUE: After enjoying the weekend off, the Western Sydney Wanderers will travel to Perth to take on the Glory this Saturday. The Wanderers are still chasing their first win after a 0-2 start to the W-League season. Perth are also winless to begin the year.

PADDLING: World champion and two-time Olympic medallist Jessica Fox has taken home the top gong at the Paddle Australia Annual Awards. The Leonay paddler won the Paddler of the Year – Olympic award for an outstanding season on the whitewater. “I didn’t expect a season like this! I go into each year wanting to improve, wanting to keep learning and just keep doing my best at competitions. It’s been the perfect season and the perfect World Championships and it’s amazing to receive this recognition,” Fox said.

GOLF: Leonay Golf Club hosted its ninth annual Breast Cancer Charity Day recently, raising more than $5300 for charity. A strong field was on hand for the event, with everyone getting in on the fun by dressing in pink. The event was a Four-Person Olympic Scramble, with all proceeds on the day going to the Breast Cancer Institute of Australia.

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he vision has come to life… they are the words from new Panthers coach Ivan Cleary who believes he finally has the squad that can win Penrith its next premiership.

The 47-year-old began his second tenure as coach at the foot of the Mountains this week after negotiating a release from his former club, Wests Tigers, late last month.

Cleary was welcomed with open arms by both players and staff when he began his first day on the job on Monday.

Speaking with the Weekender inside his new garden view office, Cleary admitted he was nervous arriving to pre-season training for the first time before settling in like he never left.

“I was nervous because it was new and, even if it wasn’t new, I always get nervous the first day back every year… it’s just how it is,” he said.

“Everyone’s happy at the moment. I hadn’t been in this building (Academy) until two weeks ago… when I walked in I was like ‘wow’.

“All the faces are familiar and there’s hardly a staff member I haven’t worked with apart from a couple of new guys in performance.”

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Ivan Cleary is determined to bring premiership success to Penrith. Photo: Melinda Jane

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