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WAR OF WORDS Allegations of deceit, secret agendas and calls for resignations have emerged as local MPs go to war on future plans for the Penrith Lakes site. Labor’s claims that the State Government wants to raise the wall of Warragamba Dam to allow for new housing developments at Penrith Lakes have been angrily denied by Penrith MP Stuart Ayres. Nicola Barton reports on page 7

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Bradbury denies return Exclusive: Labor considering bypassing preselection process in Lindsay TROY DODDS

ormer Lindsay MP David Bradbury has denied any possibility of a dramatic return to contest the seat at the next election, declaring he is committed to his work overseas. It comes as The Western Weekender understands Labor is considering bypassing the local preselection process and appointing a candidate itself. Such a move would be within the rules but would likely cause immense grief within the party locally and could create major divisions. Mr Bradbury, who represented Lindsay for two terms before being beaten by the Liberal Party’s Fiona Scott at the 2013 election, confirmed he was not interested in resurrecting his Australian political career despite speculation emerging last weekend. “There is no truth to today’s reports that I am considering a return to Australia to run for Lindsay at the next election,” he said. “I am committed to my role at the OECD, where we are working towards improving the international tax system to meet the needs of the 21st century and beyond.” Former Penrith Mayor and senior local Labor figure John Thain believes the usual

Former Lindsay MP David Bradbury remains dedicated to working in Paris. Right: Labor hopeful Brenden Brown local preselection process should take place to find a candidate. “I understand there’s an Expression of Interest process that has been addressed,” he told the Weekender. “Party rules stipulate there should be a preselection process and I understand there is a significant amount of people who have applied under the Expression of Interest and many who would be suitable candidates.” The Weekender can confirm one of

those candidates is local business owner Brenden Brown, who runs A Step Ahead Podiatry in Penrith and St Marys. “I put in an Expression of Interest – as a local business owner I’d love to see somebody local represent the area,” Mr Brown told the Weekender. “I’m a local person and I really believe in the community but it wouldn’t be appropriate to discuss the process further at this time.” Labor’s search for a candidate comes

after sitting MP Emma Husar earlier this year announced her intention not to contest the next election. It followed a barrage of media attention sparked by an internal Labor investigation into allegations of bullying and misconduct. It is unlikely Labor would consider her again even if she reconsidered. Speculation in the Fairfax press last weekend suggested that Natalie Bradbury, sister of David, may be among the possible candidates.

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Royals have won me over I t’s happened. I’ve jumped the Shark. Despite my best efforts to grouch and bemoan the silliness of it all, I’ve officially become obsessed with the Royal Family. It started last Friday night. I blame NRL boss Todd Greenberg. His refusal to launch a summer rugby league competition meant there was very little sport on TV, and I found myself watching the wedding of Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank instead. Sure, a re-run of ‘Back to the Future’ seemed tempting, as did another true crime documentary on Netflix, but suddenly I couldn’t turn away from all the pomp and ceremony. “This is the one with the weird hat, right,” I asked my wife, reaching for the popcorn as the big arrivals to the ceremony continued. Plenty of Googling later, I knew all I could about Eugenie and her commoner beau Jack. For example, did you know the Queen’s permission to marry was not required? Flabbergasting! But of course, as much as I now love Eugenie and Jack, it was only the entree for the main course that was to come. Initially my only thought around Prince Harry and Meghan’s arrival in Sydney on Monday was the traffic delays it was apparently causing across Sydney. Kochie on ‘Sunrise’ was pretty focused on this point too, which was far better than the attention he gave to a British Airways flight landing at Sydney Airport that wasn’t even carrying the Royal pair. Just back up a little. ‘Sunrise’? Yep, this love of the Royals had me back watching commercial breakfast television.

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I told you, I’m out of control. There’s a big chance I’ll even buy New Idea next week. So a little course correction from our friends at Channel Seven and Nine, and suddenly cameras became fixated on a Qantas flight, which was indeed carrying Harry, Meghan and two plum-coloured folders. I was glad to hear from other passengers on the flight, who had no idea who they had just flown with but were deemed good interview opportunities anyway. Back to those folders. Why does a woman who is not even carrying her own umbrella to escape the very light rain falling in Sydney need to carry her own folders? What could they possibly contain? I mean I love a good folder with all the vital itinerary information when on holidays, but this just didn’t make sense. Yes, this was my Monday morning.

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And so the coverage continued, and my obsession grew. I watched overhead shots of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex being driven to Admiralty House. It could have been an Uber driver with a house chef inside for all we knew, but why ruin the theatre of it all? By Monday night, the elaborate truth behind folder-gate was solved. Meghan was pregnant. Plum-coloured folders at OfficeWorks had sold out. All was suddenly right with the world. I got so excited, I tweeted the news (about the pregnancy, not the spike in folder sales). And so, day two began. I was back watching ‘Sunrise’, following every moment as Harry and Meghan navigated their way through various official engagements. Thousands gathered at the Opera House to catch a glimpse of the duo. Rumour has it Meghan mentioned how good the Everest promo looked last week. And so it continued throughout the week. New outfits, more gifts, more functions and engagements. As much as it might be enthralling to watch as an outsider, I can’t imagine ever wanting to live that life. On a serious note, those who thought Australia was pushing ever so closer to becoming a Republic must surely now feel somewhat defeated. The emergence of this new generation of Royals in recent years has only strengthened Australia’s commitment to the status quo. As for me, I’ve made the picture of me taken at Buckingham Palace in 2014 my new desktop wallpaper.

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STEP INTO THE FUTURE This is your first look of the deck of the new Nepean River Bridge, which will officially open on October 28. The stunning 257 metre long dual pedestrian/cycle bridge will be opened by NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian.

“The new bridge will provide a safe crossing for pedestrians and cyclists over the Nepean River so that they no longer have to walk or ride on the narrow footpath on Victoria Bridge,” said Penrith MP Stuart Ayres.

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Over the limit The driver who allegedly caused last month’s horror crash at Orchard Hills that killed a mother and her unborn twins was allegedly four times over the legal alcohol limit. 23-year-old Katherine Hoang, her unborn twins and her 17-year-old sisterin-law Anh died in the crash on September 28. They were driving northbound on The Northern Road when a car being driven southbound by Richard Moananu crossed to the wrong side of the road and hit them. According to The Daily Telegraph, tests have revealed that 29-year-old Moananu returned a blood alcohol reading of 0.204, more than four times the legal limit of 0.05. Fresh charges may be laid against Moananu, who is already facing multiple charges resulting from the crash including two counts of ‘Manslaughter’. He is expected to apply for bail in Penrith Local Court today. He is currently in custody.

Clarification In the October 12 edition of The Western Weekender, an article titled ‘Labor Search’ suggested that Independent Candidate for Lindsay, Mark Tyndall, was encouraging sitting Labor MP Emma Husar to run as an independent at the next Federal Election. Mr Tyndall was in fact encouraging Ms Husar to run as an independent in the State Election in March, for the seat of Penrith. The Weekender apologises for any confusion caused.

Major clean-up at car park Community groups work together to help homeless NICOLA BARTON

ressure from locals has sparked a major clean-up of Judges Car Park in Penrith, with people who had been loitering in the facility moved on. A collaborative approach saw Penrith City Council, Christ Mission Possible, Wentworth Community Housing, NSW Family and Community Services Housing, Platform Youth Services and Penrith Police help to assist the people move on earlier this week. It’s understood Penrith MP Stuart Ayres was instrumental in arranging the approach by the key local organisations. While the final clean-up occurred on Tuesday, there had been several weeks of lead-up work. “Support workers have been going down, getting to know them and figuring out what support services would best suit their needs,” Jenny Ranft from Wentworth Community Housing said. “It can take a lot to gain people’s trust to help them make that change. “When the case workers went out we let them know that staying here wasn’t an option, but we’ll help you find somewhere safe, so Council put signs up, we talked to them about the end date and we all worked towards that.” Christ Mission Possible CEO, Martin

Trucks move in to remove rubbish left behind in Judges Car Park in Penrith Beckett, said many people who were loitering in the car park were not actually homeless. “Most of the people living there already have dwellings, they’re actually people who created a bit of a gathering around the one homeless guy that was there and from that it basically just became a drinking hole,” he said. But Ms Ranft said regardless of who was and wasn’t homeless, everyone who was in the car park needed assistance. “These are people who have never had

strong family support or connections or attachment, they didn’t have family to support them through life’s ups and downs so they will make a connection with other people in similar circumstances,” she said. A spokesperson from Penrith Council said the move is only positive and that services are tending to each individual, with the car park now restored to normal. “We are committed to providing a safe, clean parking facility for the community to access unobstructed,” he said.

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Ayres hits back over housing claims; calls on Shadow Ministers to resign NICOLA BARTON

war of words has erupted over the Penrith Lakes site with a fired up Penrith MP Stuart Ayres calling on Londonderry MP Prue Car to resign after the release of a “deceitful” video. The video produced by Labor featured a clip from a Channel Nine interview with Mr Ayres four years ago discussing the plans for urban development on the flood prone Penrith Lakes area. Ms Car, Shadow Water Minister Chris Minns and Labor candidate for Penrith Karen McKeown met at the Lakes site last week, angry at Coalition plans to raise the wall of Warragamba Dam. The trio believe there is an agenda at play, with Ms Car claiming raising the wall is an excuse to rezone the land for residential purposes. “Our concern is that the Penrith region cannot cope with that explosion in population, we need to focus on delivering infrastructure for people who are already living here at the moment,” Ms Car said. “This Government is just a friend of the developer and if they get away with this, it’s just another example of that.” But Mr Ayres says those claims – and the claims made in Labor’s video – are inaccurate.

“Prue Car and Chris Minns are either incompetent or straight out liars. They know full well the government has a planning policy that precludes no more than 30 residential properties on the Lakes,” he told the Weekender. “The video is so deceitful they should both resign from their Shadow Ministries and if it’s just plain incompetence then they aren’t fit for office and should resign anyway.” Mr Ayres is adamant raising the dam wall has nothing to do with housing. “Raising the dam wall will reduce flood frequency and severity however the higher wall won’t stop the Penrith Lakes from being flood prone,” he said. “That along with the impact of any development on the regional flood evacuation routes means we need to be looking at non-residential development options.” In 2016 the State Government announced a $670 million plan to raise the dam wall by 14 metres as a way to prevent catastrophic flooding in the area. Cr McKeown said it was important the community had a say on future use of the Lakes site. “The community needs to have a say about what their city looks like because at the moment this Government has taken away that ability,” she said.

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fter almost 40 years, Stars are back with their original line-up featuring Mick Pealing on vocals and guitar, Mal Eastick on guitar, Roger McLachlan on bass, Glyn Dowding on drums and featuring Nick Charles on guitar. The music of Stars is mainly written by Andy Durant and Mal Eastick, it’s rock/country with a hard edge and a touch of soul. Audiences can expect the music from the two studio albums ‘Paradise’ and ‘Land Of Fortune’, ‘The Andrew Durant Memorial Concert’ and the March 2018 album ‘Boundary Rider’. Whether you remember Stars from the 1970s and 1980s or you’re a new fan, you won’t be disappointed if you check them out at Rooty Hill RSL next month. Stars will be at Rooty Hill RSL on Friday, November 2 at 8pm. To buy tickets, visit www.rootyhillrsl.com.au. The Weekender has a Stars prize pack, including a double pass to the Rooty Hill RSL show, to give away. For your chance to win, email competitions@westernweekender. com.au with ‘Stars’ in the subject line. Don’t forget to include your contact details. Entries close Thursday, October 25. Authorised under NSW Permit No LTPM/18/02771. Terms and conditions at westernweekender.com.au.

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Well done to students at Emu Heights Public School who have adopted a school in the bush to help with drought relief. They have so far raised $3,200 for Bedgerabong Public School families.

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Mr Walker said it was a win-win for all involved. “This is strengthening the availability of options in the city for these important services, this is a game changer and that’s because it’s the only one of its kind and size in Sydney’s west, it’s Visa’s very own congestion killer,” Mr Walker said. Visa hope their new approach will reduce emissions and delivery delays whilst improving flexibility and safety. Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler was on hand to mark the occasion and commended the Directors on their vision in placing the facility in western Sydney. “I applaud the method of operation that gets the trucks on the road before 7am and the shorter distances for the smaller deliveries within the area,” he said. Cr Fowler said it also had other benefits for Penrith and the wider area, including employment. “It’s good for Penrith, it’s creating jobs and that’s certainly what my council is all about, creating opportunities for the whole region,” he said. The new Erskine Park facility will have a yearly capacity of over 100,000 containers and has warehouse space for up to 6000 pallets. Visa said it’s the best possible solution and outcome for Sydney’s commuters.

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Festival-goers face the music after being caught with drugs

The fall-out from Penrith’s Defqon.1 music festival continues to reverberate a month after the notorious event claimed two lives, with at least six offenders facing court on drug possession charges. A senior optometrist, children’s autism specialist and fourth-year law student were among those who pleaded guilty at Penrith Local Court last Thursday, challenging stereotypes and showcasing the depth of the party drug epidemic. Cheryl-Anne Cole, 26, Jessica Lu, 29, Paige Ridge, 22, Soumya Ravikumar, 21, and Kayla Rose Moore-Bagley all escaped convictions for possession of MDMA at the September 15 event. Instead, they were each handed a 12-month conditional discharge due to their prior clean records. Convicted drug supplier, Anthony Joseph Hamer, will learn his fate next month after he was caught with 10 MDMA tablets and cannabis leaf. In handing down his sentences, a perplexed and disturbed Magistrate Carl Milovanovich said he could not understand why “clearly well-educated” young people would put their “whole careers at risk” and jeopardise their lives. “They’re dangerous drugs made by criminals in filthy conditions — you’re lucky you didn’t ingest them,” he told Cole, who was detected before entering the gates. He said while the community would expect him to deal with the offenders harshly “so a lesson goes out to the community”, he was mindful of the “very serious” penalty a drug conviction could have on the first time offenders’ future employment and travel opportunities. “If I convict you today, doors would close,” he told Moore-Bagley. Magistrate Milovanovich was baffled by the apparent inability of many festival goers to simply enjoy the “good vibes”, music and company of friends without consuming illicit substances, and labelled

the lengths people went to secrete pills inside themselves as “bizarre”. “You’re going to get caught,” he said. “Police [and sniffer dogs] are there… they’re onto you. “There are other drugs that are legal – alcohol.” Hamer, who has previous convictions for drug possession and supply will be sentenced on November 22. Magistrate Milovanovich said he was unsure how many people were arrested at the event, but indicated he had dealt with similar matters earlier in the week, with many of the accused not bothering to show up and being convicted and fined in their absence. On September 16, Penrith MP Stuart Ayres announced the Sydney International Regatta Centre would not be hosting the event into the future after the State Government vowed to shut it down in the wake of the suspected overdoses.

Woman in jail “deeply regrets” syringe incident

Kim Trinh has added one month to her jail sentence after being caught with a syringe in custody. Trinh, who is serving an 18-month term for unrelated charges, faced Penrith Local Court via video link last Thursday. Her lawyer told the court the defendant was holding the syringe for someone else and “deeply regrets the decision”. The court heard Trinh spent two weeks in segregation and was stripped of her privileges for two months after she was caught red handed with the contraband. Magistrate Carl Milovanovich agreed not to interfere with her release date, saying it would be an issue for the parole board.

Man cops community service work over fake pistol

A Kingswood man busted with a replica pistol has been ordered to undertake 100 hours of community service work as punishment.

Penrith Local Court heard 56-year-old Joselito De Guzman obtained the replica gun from a friend with the intention of fixing it. Magistrate Carl Milovanovich accepted there was no suggestion the defendant was going to use the air gun for any unlawful matter, but said it was still a serious matter even though it was a fake. “If that item was in the wrong hands, was pointed at somebody, in a robbery or something, they would not know the difference,” he said. “In the eyes of the law, it is still a prohibited weapon.” He was slapped with a Community Correction Order for 12 months.

Magistrate gives woman chance to turn life around

Lisa Scott has narrowly avoided fulltime jail after taking steps to combat her drug problem. Magistrate Margaret McGlynn told Scott she would have ordinarily sent her to prison. “It’s a really bad record,” she said. “I can count at least 10 separate sequences of dishonesty. It obviously can’t keep going that way.” Penrith Local Court heard Scott stole a variety of items, including a keyboard, chocolate, a pair of pants as well as a drone from an Apple store. “Altogether that’s a long slab of your life, over four years, I think,” Magistrate McGlynn said after she read out the indicative sentences. Scott was handed an 18-month aggregate sentence, which she will serve by way of Intensive Correction Order (ICO). As part of her ICO, Scott must continue to attend the We Help Ourselves rehabilitation program.

Off-duty cop convicted after groping woman at festival

A suspended police officer is likely to lose his job after admitting that he groped a woman at last year’s Defqon.1 music

festival in Penrith. Constable Mitchell James Willey was off duty and intoxicated when he groped the woman’s vagina at the September 2017 event. The 26-year-old pleaded guilty to indecent assault at Penrith Local Court earlier this week. Magistrate Geoff Hiatt convicted and sentenced Willey to a two-year Community Corrections Order (CCO). It is unlikely the Bankstown resident will keep his job with the NSW Police Force. Prosecutor Kate Owens said the community was “fed-up with this kind of behaviour”. “Women in particular should be able to attend these events and go about their day-to-day lives without fear of this kind of interference with their body,” she told the court.

Man sentenced for stealing; urged to stay out of court

Kur Malou has been handed a Community Corrections Order (CCO) after pleading guilty to stealing. The 19-year-old fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with stealing a mountain bike and alcohol. Magistrate Carl Milovanovich noted that while the teen had a juvenile record, it was his first time in adult court. “You have to understand you’re not in the kiddie’s court anymore,” he warned. He was ordered to enter a 12-month CCO, which is subject to supervision.

Teen caught riding without a licence escapes conviction

A teenager has been urged to get his licence after he was caught illegally driving a motorcycle. Magistrate Carl Milovanovich told the 19-year-old it was in his interest to get his learner’s permit. “I haven’t convicted you and I haven’t fined you because it’s your first offence, but go and get your licence,” he stressed. He was given a conditional discharge.

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A man has been charged following an armed robbery that occurred on Thursday, September 6 at Insignia Hair and Day Spa on York Road in Jamisontown. At the time of the offence, staff were threatened by a male wearing a motorcycle helmet demanding cash before he fled the scene. After extensive investigations detectives from the Nepean Police Area Command located the 35-year-old offender on Thursday, October 11 at Parker Street in Kingswood. He was arrested and charged with the robbery of Insignia Hair and Day Spa, ‘aggravated break and enter’ and ‘supply prohibited drugs’, all from the same date. Police believe this crime is linked to the recent armed hold-up at ABCOE on the same street, although charges for this crime are yet to be laid. The same offender was also charged with another break and enter that occurred in Cranebrook on Thursday, October 4. Passports were stolen and those goods remain in custody. He was refused bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Wednesday, December 12.

Kingswood: Texting woman faces multiple charges

A 28-year-old woman has faced a number of charges after being found driving whilst on her mobile phone on Thursday, October 11 at 5.40pm. Police pulled over the Toyota Camry on the Great Western Highway at Kingswood after noticing she was attempting to text and drive. Police then discovered that she was in fact unlicensed. A search of the vehicle was conducted and the woman was allegedly found to be in possession of cannabis, methamphetamine and prescribed substances. She was charged with six offences which included ‘using a mobile phone

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Erskine Park: Man flees after crashing stolen BMW

Police attended calls to a single vehicle crash at the corner of Erskine Park Road and Peppertree Drive on Monday, October 15 at 11.50pm. Police investigated an unattended BMW that was crashed into a wall. It was then discovered that the vehicle was stolen from a house nearby and the offender crashed the vehicle when attempting to flee the scene. Cash and identification belonging to the victim remain missing. Police urge anyone with any information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Werrington: Suspicious man was carrying drugs

On Wednesday, October 10 police were patrolling around the streets of Werrington where they came across a suspicious male loitering on Kazanis Court at 6pm. Police approached the Baulkham Hills man and proceeded to search him. They found he was in possession of a small amount of methamphetamine. He was charged and given a Future Court Attendance Notice. He is to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, November 13.

Erskine Park: 24-year-old learner’s burnout busted

A learner driver has been charged – and his vehicle defected – after its tyre exploded during a burnout on Quarry Road at Erskine Park. After the vehicle was inspected, the 24-year-old male driver was issued with infringement notices for issues with the suspension, items protruding from the bonnet and not display L plates. He is also facing other charges.

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The most common way in which parents help their children purchase property however is by way of a family loan agreement, usually secured by a mortgage. There a number of advantages to this structure. Firstly, such an arrangement rebuts the presumption of advancement and removes any ambiguity as to whether or not the advance constitutes a gift. Further, a loan agreement provides some protection in the family law context in the sense that the debt, if secured by way of mortgage, does not form part of the matrimonial pool of assets capable of division. Depending on whether the mortgage is registered or unregistered, such a structure may also mean that upon a sale of the property the child has no option but to repay the debt which protects the parents’ contribution from being retained by a recalcitrant child and wasted if the property is disposed of. There are some disadvantages to this arrangement as well however, including the fact that such a loan is deemed to be a financial asset for pension purposes. There is no perfect fit and the right structure depends on the circumstances of each case. One thing you can be sure of however is that all of the parties need comprehensive legal and financial advice before entering into one of these types of arrangements.

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Massive crowds to flock to popular festival next month Stuart Ayres, Sarah Mitchell and Tricia Hitchen at Tandara Children’s Centre

There will be plenty of great entertainment on show at this year’s Real Festival he Real Festival is back with its best program yet, set to once again transform the Nepean River with world-class entertainment, activities and experiences across November 2 and 3. This year’s event brings together Australia’s best creative minds and audiences can expect plenty of jaw-dropping stage performances, captivating artworks and more opportunities to get hands on, active, creative and inspired. Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler said he was looking forward to the festival’s return to Penrith. “Real Festival is a standout feature on our region’s calendar of events, and we’ve lifted the bar even higher this year,” Cr Fowler said. “Headlining the program is internationally renowned outdoor theatre group, Stalker, who have wowed crowds

globally and will light up the stage with their fusion of circus, aerials, dance and acrobatics over both nights at Real. “We’ve also got surprises and fun planned at every corner of the riverbank; challenge yourself in the Adventure Zone, make something amazing in the Create Space and learn something new in Enviro World.” Cr Fowler said foodies would also be delighted with what’s on offer at the Real Festival this year. “Sydney’s best food trucks will be there to dish up delicious cuisine from around the world, there’s also a riverside bar and live music performances to add to the atmosphere and provide the perfect accompaniment to your outdoor dining experience,” he said. “Famous faces joining us this year include Australia’s favourite gardener

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Penrith MP Stuart Ayres this week joined Minister for Early Childhood Education Sarah Mitchell to announce that preschools in Penrith can apply for a share of a $10 million investment to improve the learning environment of their service. The boost of funding is the second instalment of the NSW Government’s Quality Learning Environments program, which was introduced earlier this year to enhance the physical environment of community pre-schools. Mr Ayres said the Quality Learning Environments program has already seen strong take-up in Penrith. “In the last round of Quality Learning Environments, over $45,000 was invested to upgrade the learning spaces of four local pre-schools, KU Penrith Pre-school, Rainbow Cottage Children’s Centre, Grays Lane Children’s Centre and Tandara Children’s Centre,” he said. Ms Mitchell said the NSW Government listened to feedback from the sector and broadened the scope of the program so funding can now also be used to cover specialised educational programs as well as the enhancement of the service’s physical environment. “More than 400 grants across the state have upgraded their physical spaces, including playground renovations, carpet replacements and garden revamps,” she said. “In this round, grants of up to $15,000 can be used for specialised educational programs and practices like music lessons, dance classes, or physical play activities along with physical enhancements like improvements to play areas or outdoor environments. “We had a hugely successful take-up of the first round of Quality Learning Environments grants, so I look forward to seeing how community pre-schools utilise the next round of funding.” Further information is available on the Department of Education’s website.

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“It’s all about one day finding a cure, every little bit helps in making it one step closer to reaching that goal,” Ms Younger said. “We just want everyone to know that we are all here for them, everyone has been touched by cancer in some way, so I just want to help and let people know they are not alone.” To date, she has raised about $6000 for breast cancer research but hopes to blow that figure out of the park at this weekend’s event. The Girls Night In will feature pink food stalls, raffles, auctions and games. Gloria Jeans Glenmore Park Manager,

Olivia Grunsell, said she hopes the event spreads awareness and starts important conversations. “The boss lost his sister about a month ago to cancer, so it was something that was very personal to him,” she said. “It’s about knowledge and being together, we want people to know that we are open to any events that want to utilise our store for a good cause.” The fundraiser is open to all ages and encourages everyone to come along and join in on the fun. For more information on tomorrow’s event, visit www.facebook.com/ events/682460005467520.

Our Medical Home Penrith will open on Monday, October 22, becoming the first bulk-billing medical centre in the Penrith area open for extended hours every day of the year. Our Medical Home Penrith has six male and female bulk-billing GPs offering a complete range of general practice services. This contemporary medical centre located next to the Penrith Homemaker Centre will also offer onsite pathology, radiology, physiotherapy and allied health services. Dentistry will commence early in 2019. Since Penrith is a District of Workforce Shortage (DWS) locals have less access to Medicare subsidised medical services compared to the Australian average. It’s hoped that by offering bulk-billed consultations until 10pm every day of the year, Our Medical Home Penrith will help to address this need for greater access to healthcare. Well-known local GP, Dr John Hillman, will be relocating his Jamison Road practice to Our Medical Home Penrith. In addition, Dr Harry Pope and Dr Amabel Harding, two respected GPs from surrounding western Sydney communities, will also bring their extensive experience to the practice. “I’m excited to be moving my practice to this contemporary medical centre,” Dr Hillman said. “I look forward to continuing to offer exceptional care to the Penrith community and ensuring locals can access GP care when they need it.”

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hen Ross â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Rosscoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Hutchison and Ken Benson walked through the doors of YMCA Penrith last week, it was as if royalty had just stepped in. Not only were the pair greeted warmly by the YMCA staff but even patrons at the popular centre in Jamisontown were embracing their presence. Why all the love for these two stately gentlemen? Well, the duo were not only well-known in the local gymnastics scene but they were instrumental in getting YMCA Penrith off the ground. Mr Benson began his career with the YMCA more than 50 years ago and has been pivotal in coaching up and coming talent as well as managing centres and programs right across Sydney. Mr Benson worked at YMCA St Marys in the 1970s and assisted in finding a suitable location for the current YMCA site in Jamisontown. Mr Hutchison â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a local icon â&#x20AC;&#x201C; seems to be involved in just about everything in Penrith. One of the things he dabbled in most was gymnastics coaching. In fact, he was once the General Gymnastics Director

Ross Hutchison and Ken Benson at YMCA Penrith. Photo: Nathan Taylor for NSW, creating numerous programs and nurturing young talent. One aspect of gymnastics the duo is most passionate about is introducing the sport to kids, the younger the better. The pair have thrown their support behind YMCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popular Kinder Gym

program, a themed gymnastics class for three to five-year-olds and their parents. Run by YMCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s qualified coaches, Kinder Gym lets kids discover the recreation and developmental benefits of gymnastics. After watching his own daughters do gymnastics when they were growing up,

you can now find Mr Hutchison watching his grandkids participate at Kinder Gym most weekends at YMCA Penrith. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I just love sitting here on a Saturday morning watching my grandchildren, along with 20-30 other kids, racing around getting a thrill out of life,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kinder Gym has that spark within it, it ignites so much excitement in children and teaches self-discipline, self-respect and self-esteem.â&#x20AC;? One facet of Kinder Gym that makes it so unique is that childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents are also encouraged to get involved. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s funny watching the parents try and do it but, in all seriousness, they just love it â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the teamwork on display is incredible,â&#x20AC;? Mr Hutchison said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Everyone helps each other out and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an excellent program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t praise or thank Ken enough for bringing YMCA and its programs to Penrith.â&#x20AC;? Mr Benson, who at 79 still coaches three days a week in Epping, said everyone should give gymnastics a go before getting involved in any other sport. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really believe before people do any other sport, they should do gymnastics because it gives the body awareness, it develops their strength and gives them flexibility,â&#x20AC;? he said.

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So Troy Dodds thinks the reaction to using the Opera House to promote a horse race was â&#x20AC;&#x153;over the topâ&#x20AC;?? (Editorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Desk, Weekender October 12). And that over 2,000 people turned up to the Opera House in protest â&#x20AC;&#x153;was extraordinaryâ&#x20AC;?? Well what is extraordinary is that the NSW Government ignored this protest, ignored the fact that over 300,000 people signed a petition against using the Opera House as a billboard â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which by the way is in its charter that it canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be used in this way â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and then had the audacity to overrule a public servant it put in place to ensure this charter is observed. Mr Dodds was right in one respect, this issue isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t about genderâ&#x20AC;Ś it is about money and the unseemly methods used by some to ensure debts are paid and future fortunes for the select are cast. K BRYANT, GLENMORE PARK

The Northern Road upgrade between Mersey Road and Glenmore Parkway is funded by the Australian and NSW governments. This 16 kilometre upgrade will improve road capacity, assist with access to and the building of Western Sydney Airport, and improve access to the planned M12 Motorway, the South West Growth Area and the Western Sydney Airport Growth Area. Construction of The Northern Road upgrade This upgrade will be built in three stages, which will help limit disruption along the road and ensure we keep people moving. 7KH Ć&#x201C;UVW VWDJH RI FRQVWUXFWLRQ EHWZHHQ 0HUVH\ 5RDG DQG (DWRQ 5RDG LV GXH WR VWDUW LQ DQG Ć&#x201C;QLVK LQ ZHDWKHU SHUPLWWLQJ 7KH FRQVWUXFWLRQ FRQWUDFWRU DSSRLQWHG WR EXLOG WKLV VHFWLRQ LV *HRUJLRX (UWHFK -RLQW 9HQWXUH 7KH QH[W VWDJHV EHWZHHQ (DWRQ 5RDG DQG *OHQPRUH 3DUNZD\ ZLOO IROORZ ZLWK FRQVWUXFWLRQ RI WKH IXOO OHQJWK WR EH FRPSOHWHG E\ WKH HQG RI ZHDWKHU SHUPLWWLQJ Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coming up? In the coming months you may notice our team in the area as they: Ĺ&#x2DC; VHW XS D VLWH FRQVWUXFWLRQ FRPSRXQG DW (DWRQ 5RDG Ĺ&#x2DC; ZRUN WR ORFDWH DQG VDOYDJH LWHPV RI DUFKDHRORJLFDO VLJQLĆ&#x201C;FDQFH â&#x20AC;˘ carry out work related to essential Sydney Water infrastructure â&#x20AC;˘ conduct geotechnical and other investigations. We do not expect any of this work to greatly impact on residents, businesses or road users, but directly affected residents and businesses will be contacted prior to any work taking place.

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I was transported back to 1958 when I first arrived in Australia from Scotland with my parents and two brothers, when I read the story written by Lauren Suttie on Page 7 of the Weekender (September 28) about Gladys Skipton. I can clearly remember first meeting Gladys and Tony and buying fish and chips from the Skiptonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Arcade shop. They were both lovely people and my parents, Margaret

and Frank Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare, were both good friends of Doris and Bob Spackman, who were related to Gladys too. I was only 16 at the time and Penrith was a wonderful close knit community and everyone knew everyone else then. Would you be kind enough to publish this email as I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where Gladys lives now and would hope that she might read this letter? I want to wish her a belated 100th birthday and tell her how wonderful she still looks and thanks for the memories of those good times. MARGIE BROUWER, VIA EMAIL

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Council chambers turn pink as colourful month continues

The Penrith Civic Centre has turned pink to support Pink Up Penrith he Civic Centre is awash with pink as Penrith City Council shows its support for Pink Up Penrith during the month of October. Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler ‘flicked the switch’ for the lights in and outside of the building, with Penrith becoming the first metropolitan city to go pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During October the McGrath Foundation is asking communities across the state to ‘Pink Up’ their entire town to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer, so the Foundation can place specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses where they are needed Australia-wide.

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“Council is thrilled to get behind this initiative and offer its support to the McGrath Foundation,” Cr Fowler said. “It’s shocking to think that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer by the age of 85. In addition, we know that 148 men are diagnosed with breast cancer every year. “These numbers tell us we need to support initiatives like Pink Up Penrith to raise awareness of this disease and to raise funds for research and organisations like the McGrath Foundation.” At Council’s next Ordinary Meeting, Councillors and the business paper itself will also embrace the colour pink.

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he Doll, Bear and Craft Fair is turning 30 as it returns to Penrith’s iconic Museum of Fire next weekend. The event has become one of the premier events in the state and will see over 100 stalls of unique collectibles. Museum of Fire CEO, Mark White, said the event has been a great fundraiser for the museum. “The fortunate part of the event running for so long now is that stallholders become like family and then they pass through their businesses to their children, so after 30 years you really witness a generational change,” he said. Stalls this year include an assortment of dolls, bears, accessories, Christmas decorations, quilts, soap, candles and jewellery. Mr White said the event has that good old fashioned quality about it. “People like the show because you can pick up one-off unique things that you used to see generations ago at school fetes and things your grandmother used to crochet,” he said. “Hopefully people can buy something they won’t necessarily find at the local store” The Museum of Fire, located in the old Penrith Power Station, is a registered charity dedicated to teaching and

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Plenty of unique items will be on show promoting fire safety and raising awareness of the heroic role firefighters play in serving the community. “Penrith should be proud of the museum, and it’s nice to see people who visited when they were young to bring their kids here. By coming to the show you’re not just supporting the museum, but getting an opportunity to do some early Christmas shopping,” Mr White said. The Fair is open from 9am to 3pm on October 27 and 28. Entry is $6 for adults, $4 for concessions and $2 for kids.

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Alan makes a difference 86-year-old to walk from Canberra to Sydney to raise awareness of suicide “We’ve just got to get out and do more, there’s still a lot of stigma attached to it, people being shunned and blamed after a suicide, these things need to be spoken about,” Mr Staines said. “We want to get programs out there so every person in Australia can be supported through the loss of a loved one, not just neglected, we have to reach out to everyone.” Walking over 300km, Mr Staines’ wife will follow him close by in a van for them to sleep in throughout the trip. After Mr Staines reached out to the Sydney RV Centre in Penrith, General Manager Norman Roe said he was blown away by his quest and was happy to help him out. “Alan is doing a wonderful thing in advocating for more support for those bereaved and affected by suicide,” he said. “We are normally in the business of buying and selling new and second hand RVs and caravans but are so happy to make an exception for Alan by loaning him a 6-berth motorhome in which he can be assured of a good night’s rest after a long hard day walking.” Alan started his walk on Thursday, October 18 and will continue his journey for one month until he reaches Parliament House in Sydney.

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s a teenager, Alan Staines tragically lost one of his good friends to suicide. Since then, he has become an advocate for suicide prevention and grievance support. Yesterday, the 86-year-old drove from Penrith to Canberra and will spend the next month walking on foot from Canberra to Sydney. As the National Secretary for Postvention Australia, Mr Staines said it’s time for the community to step up. “Those left behind go through so many roller coasters of emotion and fall between the cracks of getting no help, so the whole objective of the walk is to create awareness in the community,” he said. “There’s so much money given to suicide prevention but there’s very little given in regards to support for the bereaved, which people need to realise, that too is prevention.” Currently there is a staggering eight suicides a day, with each one affecting an average of 135 people. Those who are left behind are six to eight times more likely to follow a similar path, making the need for adequate services crucial.

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Last week I had the pleasure of turning on the pink lights at the Penrith Civic Centre to celebrate Pink Up Penrith and what a great night it was despite the inclement weather that greeted us that evening. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the McGrath Foundation asked communities across the state to ‘Pink Up’ their entire town to raise awareness and funds for the McGrath Foundation. I am proud to say that Penrith City Council has joined forces with the ‘Pink Up Penrith’ committee to become the first metropolitan city in NSW to embrace the ‘Pink Up Your Town’ campaign. For the rest of October you’ll see the Penrith Civic Centre like you’ve never seen it before – PINK! You will also see decorative accents to both the inside and outside of the Civic Centre, including pink bows, ribbons, cushions, banners, posters and lighting on both the exterior and interior of the building.

It really is a stunning sight, particularly at night time and I would encourage all of you to at either visit or drive past the Civic Centre at least once during October to see your Civic Centre in a sea of pink. It’s wonderful to know that by taking part in Pink Up Penrith, our City is supporting this fantastic program and I’d like to thank the Pink Up Penrith Committee, St Marys Town Centre and Penrith CBD Corp for driving our local campaign. Congratulations to the many local businesses that have embraced the pink theme, if you are considering getting involved there is still time. I would also like to encourage people to attend Council’s next ordinary meeting on Monday, October 29, where Councillors and the business paper itself will embrace the pink theme. It will be quite a sight and we welcome everyone to join in and support this worthy cause.

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It’s a bloody good cause Fundraising walk aims to raise awareness of little-known terminal disease LAUREN SUTTIE

ondonderry local Lisa Holroyd will be putting on her walking shoes and joining over 30 of her closest family and friends as they embark on a journey for a bloody good cause. Signing up to the Australian Mitochondrial Disease Foundation’s annual Bloody Long Walk, Ms Holroyd and her team, Matt’s Mito Minions, will be joining thousands of other Australians walking to find a cure for the chronic illness. Raising awareness and finding a cure is something that is close to Ms Holroyd and her family’s heart after her son, Matthew Holroyd, was diagnosed with the disease at 19 years of age. “Matthew was working full-time, he was a butcher, he could drive, he was going out with his mates, he was healthy as far as we knew,” Ms Holroyd said. “But now, pretty much eight to nine years down the track, he needs a walking frame to walk, he has a full-time carer, he spends a lot of time in bed, he’s had about 14 stroke episodes and lots of hospitalisations in Intensive Care. “It’s really changed his life and all of ours because we’re restricted with what we can and can’t do now with Matthew.

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“It’s a very devastating, cruel disease and there’s nothing you can do about.” Mito is a terminal disease that robs the body’s cells of energy, causing multiple organ dysfunction or failure. Mito can affect anyone at any age. Participating in the walk for the past four years, Ms Holroyd said the best part was having her family and friends behind them every step of the way. “That is really overwhelming sometimes because you sort of think that you are alone in it but you’re not,” she said. “When they’re out fundraising and really trying their hardest to do what they can, it’s amazing support.” Starting at Pioneers Park and finishing at Hickson Road Reserve in Sydney’s east on October 21, Ms Holroyd said despite it being a long day, the feeling of crossing the finishing line with Matthew made it all worthwhile. “We do get Matthew down there at the end and we all sort of walk across the line together,” she said. “It’s a very emotional day, you’re suffering in pain but you think this is nothing compared to what Matthew goes through every day.” To support Matt’s Mito Minions, donations can be made by visiting bit. ly/2OrryjK.

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Walking to find a cure Help raise awareness and vital funds for the fight against type 1 Diabetes LAUREN SUTTIE

y the time it takes you to finish reading this article, one Australian will have developed diabetes, yet despite the high number of cases Australia-wide, it’s a condition that is often misunderstood. Hoping to change that, local type 1 Diabetic (T1D), Emma Hogan, is joining forces with Adam and Kate Grono, whose daughter Ruby was diagnosed with T1D just over a year ago. The two families will be bringing their knowledge of the condition and passion for finding a cure to Jamison Park on October 21, where they will be hosting Penrith’s first JDRF One Walk. “Our T1D community, we’re all spread out, we don’t necessarily know each other very well or have a very good support base, especially in Penrith, so it’s bringing that T1D community together and raising funds for a cure for the same disease we all so desperately want a cure for,” Ms Hogan said. According to Diabetes Australia, for every person diagnosed with diabetes, there is an estimated 2.4 million family members and carers who are also affected by diabetes every day.

Kate Grono and Emma Hogan are hosting a walk in Jamison Park on Sunday. Photo: Melinda Jane With lots of family friendly activities planned after the 4km walk around the park, Mrs Grono said not only was the day a chance to make a difference, but it was also a chance for local T1D families to connect and know they aren’t alone. “It’s a pretty full on disease,” she said. “It’s tough going to manage it and it’s a lot more difficult than what it seems on the surface.”

Having already raised over $13,000, the total money raised from the walk will go straight to JDRF lab research, where the ultimate goal is to find a cure. But until that day, Ms Hogan will continue to spread her message. “We’re not at fault, our families aren’t at fault, it just happens one day and there is a big stigma around it especially within the youth community,” she said.

“Changing that stigma, especially in the youth, is really important in terms of the future of the disease. “If we can teach them that T1D isn’t to do with food, when Adam and Kate’s daughter Ruby is my age she isn’t going to have that stigma being placed on her condition.” For more information, visit walk.jdrf. org.au/find-a-walk/nsw/penrith.

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new ‘smart skilled’ program is tackling Penrith’s youth unemployment rates by promoting longterm opportunities. The Yourtown initiative has assisted more than 250 young people to seek work in just a year. On Monday, Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies joined Yourtown representatives and clients for a celebratory event in St Marys. Yourtown Head of Client Services, Brendan Bourke, said by using an intensive tailored approach to the issue he hopes to change the statistics. “Long-term unemployment can impact a young person’s self-esteem, confidence, mental and physical health, and quality of life,” Mr Bourke said. “Thanks to the NSW Government’s targeted youth unemployment initiative, we were able to put what we know works into action and create a jobs program that gets western Sydney young people impacted by long-term unemployment into work.” Operating in St Marys, Blacktown and Campbelltown, the Yourtown ‘Smart Skilled and Hired’ program will run until June 30 2020.

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It is estimated more than 800 young people will benefit from the important program. Cranebrook resident, Cameron Roberts, is one of Yourtown’s many great success stories. “I had no work experience and it was hard to get a foot in the door but Yourtown helped me with my resume and work ready skills and get the job I’m in now,” Mr Roberts said. “I’m a junior draftsperson and practically jack of all trades for the company and I love it. “Yourtown has been a great stepping stone towards my career.” Ms Davies said the State Government has invested $100 million towards the program. “The State Government is committed to ensuring that young people in western Sydney have the best access to opportunities for skilled employment,” she said. “That is why the State Government has invested and for the first time ever in western Sydney, unemployment is at its lowest. We will keep working with businesses and training providers to make sure we continue to invest in young people.” For more information about the Yourtown program, call 0401 673 293 or or visit www.yourtown.com.au.

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ince 1988, audiences have been captivated by the classic feel-good flick ‘Big’ starring Tom Hanks, and now Penrith Musical Comedy Company has put together a modern, music charged take on the film. ‘Big The Musical’ follows the adventures of an awkward young teen who makes a wish that turns into reality. The show’s director James Rye said it was a production that would appeal to audiences of all ages. “The show is about a young boy who is not feeling confident in himself, and is quite shy and reserved, who makes a wish on a Zoltar machine to be big then wakes up in the body of an adult,” he said. “He has to make adjustments to his life now that he’s an adult but he still has the mindframe of a child so he sees everything with innocent eyes. “All of his interactions are quite cute and fun. It’s a great show that’s got lots of songs in it, and lots of colour.” In true community theatre fashion the cast is filled with actors of all ages from veteran performers to first timers. Penrith Musical Comedy Company newbie, Ben Roorda, is leading the strong ensemble of quality actors, taking on the role of adult Josh, but the focus is also on his co-stars who each bring a personal

touch to the already well-known characters. “There’s a whole score and songs to help tell the story in a different way,” Rye said. “Other than the music and the big dancing numbers; it also tends to focus a bit more on the other people around Josh, not just Josh himself. “The movie tends to focus just on his experiences, whereas now you will get to see how the people around him are affected by his presence when he becomes a grown up.” With an 18 piece orchestra, the musical’s score is sprawling and energetic, perfect for keeping both children and adults entertained. “The score has a lot of fun music, and a corny rap,” Rye said. “There are a couple of ballads as well so a few love songs, but for the most part it’s comedic.” One thing audiences can be sure of is having a great time, and they’ll almost certainly be singing along by the time the show is over. “It’s a big extravaganza, and it’s a lot of fun,” Rye said. “There are lots of kids involved. It’s a good family night out at the theatre.” ‘Big The Musical’ opens tonight (Friday, October 19) at The Joan in Penrith and runs until October 27. Tickets start at $35. To book or for more information, call 4723 7600 or visit thejoan.com.au/whats-on/ big-the-musical.

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reaking the stigma and stereotypes, ‘Raised in Mt Druitt’ is a must see show for all western Sydney residents. Based on a true story, the production focuses on the lives of three teenagers who were raised in Mt Druitt, and all connected via one life changing moment. The show tackles issues that are often seen, and heard about within the suburb’s community, such as alcoholism, drug abuse, mental illness, domestic violence and teen pregnancy, with

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, October 19 Bjorn Again, The Abba Show – Evan Theatre $45, 7.30pm 1300 PANTHERS Everyday People Band – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9pm 9623 1384 Lisa Crouch & Dig This – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam – Riverside Theatres From $49, 7.30pm 8839 3399 Mama Kin Spender Metropole Guesthouse, 4782 5544 Friday, October 19, 6pm, from $25

$40, 8pm 9830 0600 Soul Tattoo – Penrith Panthers Free entry, 3.30pm 1300 PANTHERS Video DJ Koby Justice – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 5764 Jazz Express – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Big, The Musical – The Joan $35, 2pm and 8pm 4723 7600 The Bandits – Blacktown Sports Club Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Whispering Jack Show, A Tribute to The Music of John Farnham – Colonial Hotel Free entry, 9.30pm 9623 1384 No Vacancy – Penrith Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 2060 Rockin’ Mustangs – Blacktown Workers Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 Jesus Wants Me for a Sunbeam – Riverside Theatres From $49, 7.30pm 8839 3399 Judah Kelly – Rooty Hill RSL $30, 8pm 9677 4916 We Will Rock You – Blue Mountains Theatre Hub From $29.16, 8pm 4723 5050 Peter Kinch – Hotel Blue Free entry, 6.30pm 4782 6922 Toxic Dolls – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Chisel Barnes Tribute – Blue Cattle Dog Free entry, 8.30pm 9670 3050 The Frocks – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777

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Unique and dazzling exhibition Spend your weekend at Penrith Regional Gallery and The Lewers Bequest immersed in a collection of video and sculptural works by Australian artist Justene Williams. Inspired by memories of her father’s wrecking yard, her childhood training in dance, and contemporary pop culture, this unique and dazzling exhibition uses found objects and waste materials to produce hypnotising sets. Visit www.penrithregionalgallery.org.

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Ê MTV Australia has announced a local version of celebrity home series ‘MTV Cribs’. The first episode featuring Kyle Sandilands and his girlfriend Imogen Anthony debuted on Wednesday night, with further episodes to premiere in due course. ‘MTV Cribs’ is an MTV institution, so I’m very much looking forward to a local version of the series. To catch up on Kyle’s episode, stream it via Foxtel’s various streaming platforms.

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It’s been confirmed ‘Australian Survivor’ will be back on Channel Ten in 2019, with casting already underway for season four of the hit franchise. Following the success of ‘Champions vs Contenders’, it’s not yet known what the format will be for next year’s series. To apply, visit www. survivorcasting.com.au.

Ê According to recent reports, Channel Ten is planning a brand refresh including an updated corporate logo and new channel names. It’s understood the new logo will be a significant refresh, while ONE and ELEVEN are expected to have new names in line with the main Ten brand. Ê Could ‘Big Brother’ be making a comeback next year? Narrator of the show, Mike Goldman, seems to think so. Goldman lit the fuse for the show’s comeback last week and now the whispers are getting louder that ‘Big Brother’ will be

back in 2019. Networks are due to have their Upfronts in the coming weeks, so we shouldn’t have to wait too long to find out.

Ê New Aussie drama ‘Mr Inbetween’ has been renewed for a second season, two weeks after its debut. ‘Mr Inbetween’, which airs on FOX Showcase, has taken the world by storm. Ê Chris Brown and Julia Morris’ ‘Sunday Night Take Away’ is now on the hunt for contestants to participate in its array of challenges, pranks and to win prizes. There are four categories to be involved in: Dob in a mate; Nominate a hero; Play a game show from your couch; and Share an amazing story. For information on

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Ê The sixth season of ‘Ray Donovan’ will premiere on FOX Showcase on Wednesday, November 7 at 9.30pm. The hit US drama stars Liev Schreiber and Susan Sarandon. Ê Popular talk show host James Corden has been announced as host on ‘The World’s Best’, a new major TV talent show in the US. The series will feature Drew Barrymore, RuPaul Charles and Faith Hill as judges. Ê The seventh season of Tim Allen comedy ‘Last Man Standing’ premieres on FOX8 on Friday, November 2 at 8.30pm.

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espite being a movie that’s filled with space crafts, ‘First Man’ fails to take flight. Serving as the latest directorial effort from Damien Chazelle (‘Whiplash’, ‘La La Land’) ‘First Man’ follows the personal and professional journey of Neil Armstrong (Ryan Gosling) before and during the Apollo 11 mission. Part biopic, and part recreation of the famed flight, the film focuses on Armstrong’s home life, drawing heavily on the death of his young daughter, and the aftermath. In the opening scene we’re met by a fiercely shaky camera, and

Armstrong anxiously attempting to gain control of his failing X-15 rocket, before miraculously landing back on Earth. Things then begin to get sentimental, setting the tone for the rest of the movie. Due to Armstrong’s character being portrayed as heavily guarded, and introspective the film mostly fails to connect with the audience emotionally. Though while the film never reaches the emotional crux director Damien Chazelle was aiming for, it succeeds in its stunning cinematography, score, and special effects. ‘First Man’ fails to justify its existence, and ends on a highly underwhelming note. The movie peaks in its opening scene.

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Expect some dizzying highs and some annoying lows this week! Wednesday night’s Full Moon highlights hiccups in your financial management. So strive to be less impulsive and extravagant, and much more cautious and thrifty. Retrograde Venus could also send a reality check your way in the form of a large bill, an unexpected expense or a retrospective tax debt. Which just reinforces the importance of having a savings plan.

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APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

When it comes to a romance, friendship or business partnership, avoid being stuck in the past and making the same mistakes over (and over) again. Looking for lasting love? With Venus retrograde, expect some romantic hiccups over the next few weeks. Wednesday night’s Full Moon (in your sign) emphasises your practical side, as a problem comes to a head or a project is finally completed.

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MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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Don’t let your enthusiasm for an exciting joint venture or work project overtake your ability to knuckle down and get the job done. If you promise more than you can deliver, then others will just end up feeling disappointed. With the help of Wednesday night’s Full Moon, use the power of your fertile imagination to get to the bottom of a problem that’s been bothering you. Plus listen to the wisdom of your inner voice.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Someone could question your aspirations for the future. So it’s time to ask yourself “Am I full of fabulous dreams but short on practical details?” Crabs are often over-emotional around the time of the Full Moon but this one’s in earthy Taurus, so you’ll feel more emotionally grounded than usual. That doesn’t mean there won’t be some surprises along the way though!

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

With the Full Moon illuminating your career zone, find creative ways to inspire others and shine more brightly at work. You’re feeling positive about a current challenge but sometimes there’s a fine line between being optimistic and being unrealistic. As painter Pablo Picasso says: “Our goals can only be reached through the vehicle of a plan, in which we must fervently believe, and upon which we must vigorously act”.

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AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Wednesday night’s Full Moon stimulates your adventure and study zones, so it’s a good time to plan a trip or learn something new. The planets are pushing you to travel and learn and grow, even when it is difficult. As birthday great Pablo Picasso declared: “I am always doing what I cannot do, in order that I may learn how to do it”. When communicating with others, choose your words wisely.

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SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Expect a week of topsy-turvy extremes. Saturn helps to stabilise a rocky relationship but retrograde Venus will continue to cause problems until November 16. In the meantime, do your diplomatic best to find some mutually agreeable middle ground. Then Wednesday night’s Full Moon stimulates your spending gene. But – before you start splashing cash around – make sure you consult with your romantic or business partner.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Venus is still reversing through your sign so a personal project or a close relationship could suddenly stall – or even go backwards! Don’t waste precious time worrying about it or expend too much energy trying to fix it. Instead, be a patient Scorpio as you reflect, revise, re-evaluate and re-calibrate. Wednesday night’s Full Moon shines a spotlight on your relationship skills.

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NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

You’re keen to be in charge but are you being the boss – or just plain bossy? This week the celestial patterns encourage you to utilise your leadership skills in more subtle, disciplined and diplomatic ways that result in cooperation rather than consternation! On Wednesday and Thursday your creativity and compassion are sparked by the Full Moon, as you connect with your inner muse or help a friend in need.

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CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Promising career, business or financial opportunities are around you, and clever Capricorns will examine all possibilities in a sensible and realistic light. With Venus reversing through your hopes and wishes zone, it’s important to have a longterm goal that you’re working towards. You’ll have to be patient though, as you focus on bringing your dreams down to earth via a practical plan.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

The Full Moon heralds a house move, home renovation, family fiasco, uninvited guests or some other kind of domestic drama. And some Aquarians could become entangled in a work-place misunderstanding. Whatever happens, strive to get the balance right between your public life and your private responsibilities. The planets also push you to reinvent a close relationship. But is that a good idea? Don’t get carried away!

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Are your aspirations for the future ambitious enough? The current planetary patterns favour ruminating over bigpicture ideas. And there’s no room for false modesty or passive procrastination as you enjoy talking, texting, posting, promoting, socialising and circulating. Wednesday’s Full Moon also stimulates your thought processes and encourages you to come up with a cracking plan.

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How much risk should you take with your investments? A lot of factors go in to deciding how risky your investments should be...

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When developing traditional diversified investment portfolios, there is a direct trade-off between risk and return; in essence, the greater the risk you are prepared to take, the higher the potential returns. Defensive asset classes, such as cash and fixed interest, are far less volatile than growth assets such as shares and property, but also have much lower longterm average returns. When developing an investment portfolio, the greater exposure to growth assets, the higher risk and the higher the potential return. The most important tool a financial planner has to manage the appropriate risk for each client is using what we call risk profiles (also referred to as investment profiles). We assess each client based on the time horizon of their investment, the purpose and goals of the investment and the individuals’ natural tolerances to risk. Each client is categorised to match a risk profile based on these factors. Each profile is associated with a level of volatility that research has shown is acceptable to a person of that profile. The mix of growth and defensive assets is selected to perform within that volatility tolerance.

The most important factor in determining risk profile is the length of the investment. Short investment horizons require defensive portfolios. The reason for this is, statistically speaking, the longer the investment horizon, the more likely the portfolio will perform in line with the long-term average. In statistical terminology this is known as regression to the mean. In simple terms, if an aggressive portfolio has a negative period, you require time to recover. Conversely, longterm investments such as superannuation traditionally have more aggressive investment portfolios as the short-term performance is more or less irrelevant and the long-term higher levels of growth are more important. It is also important to match the needs of the investment to the risk profile. My guiding principal here is to take no more risk than necessary. For instance, if your investment is to provide you income in retirement, you have high levels of assets in relation to your needs, and you will comfortably meet your needs with a defensive portfolio, why take more risk than you need to? The third determining factor is a client’s natural aversion to risk. At times this is more art than science. Knowledge and experience in investing, combined with the client’s nature are what we consider. I use a questionnaire that assigns points to give an overall risk assessment.

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Once we have looked at the three determining factors, whichever of these leads to the most conservative outcome is the profile we implement. I look at this as a ‘we are only as strong as our weakest link’ type decision. The investment portfolio will then have exposure to growth and defensive assets that will have risks and returns suitable to the client’s circumstances. Feel free to contact me if you’d like any further information. See you next week!

Thousands of Year 12 students are about to sit their HSC examinations. 13 years of schooling coming to an end in several weeks of tough exams. Once the exams finish, there is then weeks of anxious wait as examiners pour over answers and assess major projects. Will a student’s results be good enough to gain entry into the career or course of their choice, or, if the student falls short, will it end in disappointment? Some people think this is how God will examine our lives at the end, making a decision whether we pass or fail. Is this what happens? Consider what the Apostle Paul says in the Bible’s book of Romans, “Everyone has sinned and is far away from God’s saving presence”. In other words, none of us has reached God’s standard; we all fall short. Where does this leave us? Like a Year 12 student who misses out? Or is there another hope? See what Romans also says, “Everyone has sinned and is far away from God’s saving presence. But by the free gift of God’s grace all are put right with him through Christ Jesus, who sets them free”.

What great news! The Bible is saying that Jesus has sat the exam for us and he has been found to be perfect. Where we have fallen short, Jesus has passed and the success of that pass is made available to anyone who would look to Jesus and commit their life to him. You do not have to fear or be uncertain about what will happen at the last examination, because in every sense, Jesus is the answer! And to all the HSC students – all the best as you sit your exams!

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Rheumatoid arthritis and the way it can be treated Visiting a podiatrist can make a world of difference when it comes to rheumatoid arthritis...

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Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is a chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints which results in painful deformity and immobility, especially in the fingers, wrists, feet and ankles. Some patients can live with RA for a long time without any complications, whereas others aren’t as lucky. As a podiatrist, we see a lot of patients with the disease when it starts to affect the joints in the foot. Patients will develop what we call ‘Rheumatoid nodules’, which is when firm lumps occur under the forefoot because of inflammation in these joints. The nodules under the foot can become very prominent, and this is where the problem occurs. The toes will also change position – sometimes they can become clawed, and sometimes they can start to drift in a different direction. So how can a podiatrist help? Footwear Footwear is a major factor with our RA patients. As the foot changes shape, the patient needs to change their footwear to accommodate these changes. Deformities

which can occur include bunions, and retracting digits, so the depth and the width of the shoe are very important. Another important footwear feature is the material. Neoprene and stretched leather are stretchy materials, which

conform to the foot, decrease pressure and are much more comfortable. The Footwear Store is a great place to start when searching for Medical Grade Footwear with these features, which is located inside OnePointHealth. Custom Orthoses Custom Orthoses are important with RA patients, as they can offload the areas of high pressure. Often, we see patients with large rheumatoid nodules which have ulcerated as a result of increased pressure. Without offloading these areas, the ulcerations can be hard to treat, or they are likely to reoccur. Custom orthoses are designed around each individual foot, to help make each lump and bump feel comfortable. Debridement As the foot changes shape, areas of pressure will change. And as pressure increases, sometimes callus and corns can form. As noted above, pressure will be on the nodules, but pressure can also develop on the top of the toes. If the toes change into a clawed position, it is very common to start getting corns and callus on the joints of these digits. Regular debridement of the callus and corns is important to ensure the areas do not ulcerate, but it is also important for comfort. Increased callus under the foot, and corns can be very painful, and it is an easy thing to reduce or remove in clinic.

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Ear infections can often be difficult to detect, but it’s important your pet gets the right treatment...

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Ear infections can be one of the most frustrating and painful conditions for our pets. Low grade ear infections can often go unnoticed. They can cause long-term damage to the ear canal and also effect hearing. The correct term for ear infections is otitis externa and it occurs when bacteria or yeast infect the external ear canal. Some breeds, particularly those with large or hairy ears like Cocker Spaniels, Poodles or Old English Sheepdogs are prone to ear infections, but they can occur in any breed. Dogs that love water and like to swim also seem to be an increased risk. It is important to recognise the early symptoms of ear infections. An animal with an ear infection becomes very uncomfortable as the ears become swollen and sensitive. They usually shake their head and scratch at the ears in the aim to get the debris out. Ears often become inflamed and develop an offensive odour and a black or yellow tinged discharge commonly occurs. So what causes ear infections? There are many different causes. Several types

of bacteria and at least one type of yeast will cause an infection. Ear mites are also another common cause. Pets can also get foreign bodies in their ears such as grass seeds. Another common cause of ear infections are skin allergies. With skin allergies, the ear becomes itchy and the pet causes secondary infection in the ear by constant scratching. Some dogs with allergies will only develop ear infections, without the typical body itch most people associate with allergies. In order to treat ear infections, we need to first examine the ear canal with an instrument called an otoscope. This has a special ear piece that goes into the ear with a light and a magnifying glass. When an ear is painful this can be uncomfortable so some pets require a gentle sedation to perform this. Samples need to be obtained from the ear canal to determine the type of infection present. The veterinarian can look at samples under the microscope or sometimes send the sample off to the pathologist to culture the bacteria or yeast causing the infection. Some pets may require a general anaesthetic to have the ear canal flushed out and a thorough examination performed. If your pet has underlying allergies, treatment for these allergies is also important. Most ear infections are treated with ear drops. Your veterinarian will be able to show the best way to do this with your

pet. It is important to ensure the infection has completely healed before stopping medication and a follow up check will help with this. Some pets will require long-term medications and ear cleaners to prevent recurrence of the problems. When an ear canal becomes severely damaged surgery may be recommended for long-term maintenance. If you have any concerns with your pet’s ears or skin, contact the clinic on 4731 3055.

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I will always remember moving into my first home with my partner – with an unfenced backyard pool. It was so lovely to sit on the deck and drink cocktails in the summer, our very own little resort. But as soon as I fell pregnant with our first child, that oasis suddenly became a death trap in my mind. Since then, we have had the pool fenced, and make sure we maintain it. Is your pool ready for summer? Did you know that all pools and spas (including portable and inflatable pools) containing more than 30cm of water are legally required to be registered on the NSW Swimming Pool Register? Registration is free, but the fine for not doing so is $220, and fines of $550 apply if a pool is not completely surrounded by a compliant pool fence. And if you wish to lease or sell a property with a pool or spa, a Certificate of Compliance now must be obtained from Penrith City Council or an independent assessor. We moved last year and I was really disappointed to notice that just a few months after the pool at our new house had passed compliance inspection, the gate stopped closing automatically, and had to be repaired immediately. With three young children who spend the

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If you have noticed more pink than usual popping up lately your eyes haven’t failed you. Pink Up Penrith is in full force all October and will be raising funds for the McGrath Foundation. Westfield Penrith is a proud supporter of the event and will be helping collect donations as well as displaying pink throughout the centre to honour the good cause. The McGrath Foundation is one of the leading breast cancer support charities in Australia, having provided 120 McGrath Breast Care Nurses who have helped over 64,000 families who need care fighting breast cancer. Show your support by wearing pink in October and attend a few Pink Up Penrith events to show your support. At JD Sports find in store the Puma Muse Satin II, a pretty in pink satin trainer with the ultimate in comfort slip on sock design. Minimalist shoes are a big trend at the moment with details more sophisticated like crossover panel straps and smooth lines. Who doesn’t need a pair of fresh pink kicks! New at Westfield Penrith is Oscar Wylee, a prescription glasses store with the aim to provide high quality, affordable

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or the first time in more than 12 months, the Western Sydney Wanderers will go face to face with the man that not only took them to dizzying heights in the club’s early years but also dramatically walked out on them. In October 2017, foundation coach Tony Popovic quit the Wanderers a week out from the start of the A-League season, to join Super Lig club Karabükspor. Popovic’s stint in Turkey was rather short-lived and this season he returns

him on Sunday for the first time,” the 26-year-old said. “No matter what anyone says there’s always going to be a little extra spice to this clash regardless if you’ve played under Popa or not. “I think it will be in a lot of people’s minds, especially the fans, but we’ve got a job to do. For us, it’s business as usual but it will be extra sweet if we can get one over them in the first game of the season and over the ex-coach.” When Popovic walked on the Wanderers a week out from the start of the 2017/18 season, it sent the club into disarray. Assistant coach Hayden Foxe

to the A-League as head coach of Perth Glory. In what can only be described as the perfect season opener, the Wanderers will begin their 2018/19 campaign against the Glory this Sunday night at NIB Stadium. Speaking with the Weekender ahead of this weekend’s clash, new Wanderers captain Brendan Hamill said he hasn’t heard from Popovic since he bolted last year. “I’m not sure if the other boys have heard from him but he just left and went off to Turkey… I haven’t heard from him since. It is what it is, but I’ll be seeing

took over in the interim before Josep Gombau was hired and fired within the space of six months. To make sure the club was stable and disruption-free ahead of this season, the Wanderers swiftly appointed former German international Markus Babbel as their new head coach in May. Hamill admitted this pre-season was a lot less turbulent than the last. “It’s nice to start a pre-season with a coach there so that you can fully buy in and get around his philosophy and way of coaching,” he said. The Wanderers and Glory do battle on Sunday night at 7pm.

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Figures add up for skaters Eyes on the future after success for Penrith at NSW Figure Skating Championships NATHAN TAYLOR

whopping 14 skaters have done the Penrith Valley Figure Skating Club proud after competing at the recent NSW Figure Skating Championships. Skaters from across the state converged on Erina Ice Arena in late September to compete at the highly anticipated competition, which was held at the Central Coast venue for the first time. The team from Penrith Valley picked up four podium finishes including two gold, one silver and one bronze medal. Three skaters picked up fourth place finishes, in what was one of the club’s best State Championships weekends in years. Melinda Kennedy, who also coaches with the club, was crowned champion of the Gold Ladies division, while Crystal Hook finished first in the Intermediate Ladies category. In the Advance Novice division, local teenager Simone Aubrecht came second in the short program and fourth overall, while Year 6 Penrith Anglican College

Seona Thornton, Melinda Kennedy, Makaela Purdy, Simone Aubrecht, Crystal Hook and Hannah Kemp Burrows. Photo: Eric Fonacier Photography student Seona Thornton finished third in the Preliminary division. Hannah Kemp Burrows and Makaela Purdy also put on a spectacular show, finishing fourth in the Elementary and

Intermediate Ladies division respectively. Penrith Valley Figure Skating Club President, Natalie Quinn, said she was immensely proud of her team. “We were really confident heading into

the competition and everyone was really pleased with their results,” she said. In further good news for the club, Kennedy, Aubrecht, Purdy and Hook will all represent their state at the Australian Figure Skating Championships in December at the Macquarie Ice Rink. “We’ve done really well at Nationals in the past, and have high hopes Melinda will take out gold at Nationals as well,” Quinn said. Also performing exceptionally well at the recent State Championships were the Southern Sky Synchronised Skating Team, who have been based at Penrith Ice Palace since 2017. Teams finished first and fourth in the Basic Novice division, while the Advance Novice and Junior teams finished second. The Mixed Aged team finished third. Meanwhile, local figure skating lovers will have the chance to witness some of Penrith’s and Sydney’s best skaters at this Sunday’s Penrith Valley Figure Skating Club 2018 Showcase. Held at Penrith Ice Palace from 6.15pm, skaters from all divisions and ages will perform routines.

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INVICTUS GAMES

Life lessons from Games Penrith RSL Sub-Branch helps send students to experience Invictus Games NICOLA BARTON

ear five students from York Public School will have the opportunity to travel to the Invictus Games 2018 thanks to the City of Penrith RSL SubBranch. The school has received a $3000 donation to go towards their tickets and transport. Penrith RSL Sub-Branch President, Mick McConnell said it’s all about passing down the history to young children. “The RSL NSW is heavily involved in the Invictus Games and seeing as York Public School is in our area we thought that it would be fitting to help them out so they can all go to the games and watch the events to see how these disabled veterans cope,” Mr McConnell said. “We want to encourage the children to be accepting, to try and help these people and just to understand that they do have these certain disabilities and it’s not their fault.” York Public School teacher, Kelly Linford helped create the Invictus Games Sylla-

Mick McConnell, Sienna Farr, Kelly Linford and Peter Todd. Photo: Melinda Jane bus launched by Minister for Veterans Affairs, David Elliot which aimed to create awareness and understanding about the military. Ms Linford said the experience is about

opening the children’s eyes up to see what’s happening in the world and not just what’s in front of them on a screen. “I created the adaptive sports modules which involves a variety of activities for

example netball, but you have to use your non-dominant arm or doing an obstacle course blindfolded where the children must listen carefully to instructions from their teammates. “We go to work and we come home but for these people they go to work, they’ve been injured and their lives are then impacted forever and for my class they are really learning what it means to be resilient.” As part of the Invictus Games teaching program, students spent a whole day using their non-writing hand and only one arm to do everything from sport to opening their lunch boxes. 10-year-old Sienna Farr said she’s looking forward to seeing what they’ve been learning about in real life. “I’m excited that I get to see the athletes compete and try their best,” she said. The Invictus Games Sydney 2018 will be held at Sydney Olympic Park from Saturday, October 20-27. York Public School thanked the City of Penrith RSL Sub-Branch for their support and said without them they wouldn’t have been able to be part of the experience.

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Stunning captain’s knock Watene-Zelezniak shines for Kiwis but Panthers remain sidelined for Kangaroos NATHAN TAYLOR

eagan Campbell-Gillard and Tyrone Peachey have once again been left out of Mal Meninga’s Kangaroos team to face Tonga this Saturday night in Auckland. The Penrith duo were also omitted from the Australian line-up for last weekend’s Test match against New Zealand. Despite the close result, the new-look Kangaroos side were no match for the Kiwis who were led by new captain and Panthers winger Dallin Watene-Zelezniak. The 26-24 victory marked the first loss in Meninga’s tenure as national coach and New Zealand’s first win over Australia since 2015. Speaking after the match, WateneZelezniak was beyond proud of his troops for hanging in there despite a late comeback from the Australians. “It’s unbelievable… it’s surreal, the boys did an amazing job tonight. They turned it up for me, the crowd and their country. We did our families proud and credit to all of them,” the 23-year-old said.

New Zealand captain Dallin Watene-Zelezniak celebrates. Photo: NRL Photos Following the withdrawal of Dally M Player of the Year Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, Watene-Zelezniak was a surprise choice as Kiwis captain. However, despite his age and somewhat lack of experience in the Test arena,

Watene-Zelezniak put together an inspired performance in front of family and friends. “I hope I did my family proud and I hope I wore that jersey with pride for them,” he said.

While the Aussies will play their final game of the year tomorrow night at Mt Smart Stadium, the Kiwis will fly to the UK soon for a three-match series against England starting on October 28. Australia will be hoping to bounce back from last week’s shock defeat when they face Tonga for the first time. The highly anticipated Test match has been months in the making, with many pundits believing Tonga have a real chance of knocking off the Aussies. Campbell-Gillard, who has been selected as 19th man for the second consecutive week, said he’s confident Australia can put on a good show this Saturday if they get the fundamentals right. “Everyone knows what happened on the weekend… it shows that when we hold the ball and it hits the mark everyone looks very dangerous,” he said. Fellow Panther and Gold Coast-bound utility Tyrone Peachey is on stand-by for Roosters five-eighth Luke Keary, who is under an injury cloud due to a head knock suffered last weekend. Penrith hooker Sione Katoa has been named on the bench for Tonga.

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NETBALL

A walk in the park Walking Netball launches at Jamison Park in Penrith NATHAN TAYLOR

ore than a year after it was first announced by Netball NSW and the State Government, Walking Netball has finally launched in Penrith. Walking Netball is a slower version of netball, designed to give older Australians the opportunity to experience the health and social benefits of the sport in a welcoming and fun environment. Walking Netball is ideal for people who aren’t able to participate in the more physical regular netball game, but who still want to enjoy the sport they love. On Wednesday morning, Netball NSW via the Penrith District Netball Association launched a free eight-week pilot program at the Jamison Park Netball Complex. The weekly one-hour session consists of netball skills, drills, strength work, balance, coordination and a game of Walking Netball. Participants of all ages are encouraged to come along each Wednesday from

Walking Netball is a whole lot of fun. Photo: Nigel Owens 10am and join in the exercise class style program. Beyond it being free to sign up and participate, the pilot program is accepting participant applications throughout the eight-week timeframe. Speaking with the Weekender, Netball NSW Participation Manager Shohan Khan said Penrith is one of eight pilot programs currently running across the state.

“We are encouraging everyone of all ages – male and female – to give it a go,” he said. While Walking Netball is still in its infancy across the state, Khan hopes its growing popularity will see every association in NSW offer it in the not too distant future. For more information about Walking Netball or to sign up, visit www.playwalkingnetball.com.au.

Around the grounds CRICKET: The first day of Penrith’s Round 3 clash against Manly-Warringah was cancelled last Saturday due to wet weather. The Two-Day match has now been converted to a One-Day match, and play is expected to finally get underway this Saturday morning at Manly Oval. Penrith are currently leading the NSW Premier Cricket competition after two games played. GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks have suffered one of their worst losses of the season, smashed by the Sydney Uni Lions 42-6 in Round 6 of the Gridiron NSW Division 1 competition. Meanwhile, Nepean’s Colts team overcame Sydney Uni 12-8. Nepean’s Division 1 team have slipped to sixth position, while their Colts side move to fifth. Both teams have the bye this weekend.

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BASEBALL: The Round 4 NSW State Baseball League clash between Penrith and Ryde was washed out last week. Weather permitting, the Panthers will take on the Vikings in Round 5. FOOTBALL: Glenmore Park FC’s U17 Boys team are through to the Football NSW Champion of Champions Grand Final, which will be held this Sunday at Valentine Sports Park. Glenmore Park reached the all-important decider after defeating Carringbah 1-0 last weekend. Glenmore Park will take on Lansvale, who belted Picton 5-1 to reach the Grand Final.

NETBALL: The Netball NSW State team has taken home the Marie Little Shield for the fourth consecutive year after defeating South Australia in the Grand Final of the 2018 competition. The Marie Little Shield is the premier Australian netball event for players with an intellectual disability and is an inclusive competition that gives those players the opportunity to represent their State and compete in the sport at a national tournament. NSW entered this year’s competition undefeated in the tournament since 2015, having taken home the title for the last three years. Cranebrook resident and NSW captain Melissa Gallagher was thrilled that her side had been victorious once again. “I’m very proud of the girls and how we worked together. We worked as a team and we helped each other out when we needed,” she said. Glenmore Park resident and vice-captain Dallas Austin was also pleased with the result and the effort her team put in to secure the win. “I’m so pumped at the moment. I was hoping it was going to happen but was not betting on it,” she said. “It was definitely a harder competition this year. I could see improvement in everybody. Everyone is pushing more and that’s what I like to see in this competition.” To make a submission to Around The Grounds, email Nathan.Taylor@ westernweekender.com.au or private message us on Facebook.

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Swing by for free tickets NATHAN TAYLOR

he NSW Golf Open Championship returns to Penrith early next month and, once again, local residents can take advantage of free tickets to the highly anticipated event. Twin Creeks Golf and Country Club will host the Championship for a second straight year, which begins on Thursday, November 8 and runs to Sunday, November 11. In some good news for golf and sport lovers alike, residents can drop into the Penrith Civic Centre or their local Council-run library, to pick up a free four-day pass. The NSW Golf Open attracts some of Australia’s best players and gives golf lovers and sports enthusiasts a chance to get up close and personal with the country’s biggest stars. Penrith Mayor Ross Fowler said Council was proud to bring yet another major sporting event to the city. “Penrith attracts a wide range of events and as a sponsor of the 2018 NSW Open Championship, Council is delighted to have delivered another thrilling and unique sporting event for locals to enjoy,” he said. Story continues on » p.62

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