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tro y dodds A man has been shot dead by police in the Penrith CBD following a dramatic shootout on Wednesday night.

Police have launched a critical incident investigation following the situation outside Penrith Police Station.

The man killed has been identified as 32-yearold Daniel King, a bodybuilding enthusiast who had allegedly fired shots into St Marys Police Station before the shootout in Penrith.

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local activist group says the battle against Western Sydney Airport is far from over, as they continue to lobby the Federal Government to reveal the finalised flight paths.

A petition launched by Flight Paths Now has started to gain some momentum, calling on the government to break their silence as they brace themselves for what they believe will greatly impact their quality of life.

Nyree Fisher, who is one of the group’s founders, said it’s important for the community to not give up their fight and that their voices deserve to be heard.

“People have a right to be heard and a right to know how this will impact their quality of life,” she said.

“Moving ahead with construction and keeping big businesses happy is more important than the people, the community is coming last and they don’t want us to have a voice.

“We know that releasing the flight paths in the past created a lot of community opposition to the airport and rightly so.

“We know that by releasing the flight paths now, this is a way to re- engage the

community with that conversation and give them a voice to show them that there is something they can still do and they are not powerless.”

Western Sydney International (Nancybird Walton) Airport CEO Graham Millett has confirmed the flight path routes won’t be released until at least late 2021.

The Western Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (WSROC) raised their concerns over this announcement, stating the time for planning and transparency is now.

But Lindsay MP Melissa McIntosh and Penrith MP Stuart Ayres agreed that these plans are complex and take time.

“It is being conducted by experts who will ensure all proper considerations are examined,” Ms McIntosh said.

“In just the last few months I have met with the Minister for Infrastructure, and Departmental officials to ensure our community is at the forefront of all considerations around the airport.”

Mr Ayres said he encourages the Commonwealth Government to take its time to ensure the flight paths are done right.

“There is absolutely no reason to rush this process, the airport doesn’t open to aircraft until 2026,” he said.

Nyree Fisher wants flight paths for the new airport to be released. Photo: Megan Dunn “The airport is happening, it’s time to stop playing silly political games and let the experts do their job.”

Construction of the airport is currently underway.

To view the petition, visit bit.ly/2n98hrf.

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’ve watched with interest over the last two weeks at the response to 16-year-old Greta Thunberg’s impassioned environmental pleas at the United Nations (UN) Climate Action Summit.

Whether you think Greta is on the money or not, there’s no doubt her speech at the UN has sparked global reaction, from both sides of the climate change fence.

On one side, immense pride and praise for a 16-year- old girl to be so connected and passionate about one of the issues of our time. On the other, question marks over whether a child should be who we look to for guidance.

Both have fair arguments.

It is OK to question Greta Thunberg.

Just because she’s 16 and a female does not make her immune to criticism. She’s choosing to play at the adult’s table and needs to be open to the doubt and scepticism any adult would receive.

That said, just because she’s a teenager doesn’t mean she should be ignored either. We could all look back in 20 or 30 years and scream “that girl was right”.

I fear that climate change will end up being ‘the boy who cried wolf’ moment for the left.

You see the left has ingrained in us permanent eye- rolling and scepticism because of some of its silly and over-thetop stances and thinking.

The left think we need quotas in board rooms, believe it’s awful that we dare suggest a Barbie doll could be marketed towards girls, have had this and that banned for the most feeble of reasons and are consistently moaning about issues that are well down the priority list of most day-to-day people.

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“I fear that climate change will end up being ‘the boy who cried wolf’ moment for the left”

So when it comes to climate change, many perhaps argue that this is just the left over- reacting yet again. Perhaps, however, they are not.

The boy who cried wolf.

Most sane people can accept that climate change is real. It’s just how real it is, and what the true impact on our planet will be, that the jury is out on.

And getting an answer is more and more difficult, especially with the current state of the Australian media.

Finding independence, or at least a happy medium between the ideals of the left and right, is difficult.

Check out the ABC or The Guardian and you’d be rushing through your bucket list. Read The Daily Telegraph or listen to commercial talkback radio and you’d be convinced the whole thing is a conspiracy.

Truth is both sides of the argument need to find some middle ground.

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Those so passionate about climate change and the need for action need to stop shouting and turn down the holierthan- thou attitude that puts so many people off side. Making people who disagree with you feel stupid only makes them more resilient.

Those who are climate change deniers need to wake up, look at the overwhelming science and start to ponder what we can do to reduce the impacts of global warming. It doesn’t mean the end of life as you know it; but taking a more serious look surely couldn’t hurt.

Right now, these two sides couldn’t be further apart in their ideals and thinking.

Bring them together somehow and you might just get the happy medium that the issue probably deserves.

And another thing...

Another rugby league season is on the verge of its conclusion with the Sydney Roosters and Canberra Raiders to do battle at ANZ Stadium on Sunday in the ‘we’ve been beaten by Penrith in a Grand Final’ cup.

As much as I admire the Roosters, their coach Trent Robinson and the quality squad they’ve assembled, I’ll be wearing green on Sunday night and doing the Viking Clap from my lounge chair.

I like this Canberra side. They’re tough, aggressive and at times very unpredictable, the very things we’ve in many ways tried to phase out of rugby league in recent times.

When it comes to Grand Final day, I often look at the community behind the team and what it’d mean to them. After waiting for so long, there’s no doubt how much it would mean to Canberra.

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Parents relieved after Claremont Meadows Public School gets crossing supervisor NICOLA BARTON

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long fought for crossing supervisor at Claremont Meadows Public School has finally been delivered, after Londonderry MP Prue Car raised the issue in Parliament last week.

Families had been crying out for years for a supervisor on the Sunflower Drive crossing but the school did not qualify until January this year when the State Government relaxed the criteria.

Announcing an additional 300 lollipop supervisors during the State Election campaign, the Government also amended criteria that previously required a crossing to be used by 300 cars per hour in the morning or afternoon as well as at least 50 students to be eligible for a supervisor.

Under the change, schools only need to meet one of the criteria.

Despite this, the school had still been eagerly awaiting news that they would be receiving a supervisor, with parents’ concerns only heightening with the growing population of the school and surrounding suburbs like Caddens.

“I came here a few weeks back and the principal said they still didn’t have the crossing supervisor, so as the local member I got onto that straight away and

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Making safety a priority

Londonderry MP Prue Car has been fighting for a school crossing supervisor at Claremont Meadows Public School wrote to the Minister, raised it in Parliament and then this week they’ve fast tracked the employment of the supervisor,” Ms Car said.

“People tell me they’ve seen scary near misses here, it’s dangerous and it’s the sort of thing that we didn’t want to have to see someone in an accident in order for the government to act.

“Kids don’t have awareness of what’s

around them, they walk where they are going and it’s literally every parent’s worst nightmare and the cost of the government to employ this person is worth a million times over preventing accidents here.”

The State Government’s School Crossing Supervisor Program currently funds up to 1200 supervisors at around 800 crossings across the state.

The newly employed supervisor will

work full-time when school returns later this month.

“If you spend five minutes at a school at drop-off or pick-up time it is absolute bedlam with kids running around. This school is on a main road too so it was a big issue,” Mr Car said.

“Sometimes it takes a bit of pushing but now kids at Claremont Meadows will be safer.”

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Cranebrook man responsible for a dangerous ‘gender reveal’ burnout has been ordered off the roads for 18 months after footage of the illegal act went viral.

Nathan Anthony Tate’s blue 2006 Ford Falcon XR6 turbo sedan was impounded and he was immediately stripped of his licence for six months after police were alerted to the video.

The shocking footage, which was played in court, captures Tate revving the engine loudly as he performs multiple doughnuts for about 60 seconds, spewing thick bluecoloured smoke into the air and narrowly missing a male filming the event on the roadway.

At the end, the normally quiet cul- desac is completely engulfed by smoke, while loud cheering and clapping can be heard from a group of about 10 onlookers, including children, who were taking part in the gender reveal party at Karen Place, Silverdale and watching from behind a wall and fence.

Recorded by drone and party- goers on mobile devices, the video was subsequently uploaded to social media and viewed thousands of times.

Last Thursday, the 25- year- old was sentenced for ‘prolong, sustain loss of traction’, ‘interfere with enjoyment or risk safety’ and ‘drive manner dangerous’.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen labelled the March 24 incident “far too serious” to reduce the disqualification to the suspension already served, before banning Tate for a total of 18 months and stinging him with $1,300 worth of fines.

Penrith Local Court heard Tate agreed to perform the burnout for free for “a friend of a friend” using specially designed tyres that let off blue smoke when a loss of traction occurred.

Magistrate van Zuylen did not accept his lawyer’s submission that the offending fell towards the lower end of objective seriousness, saying it was “very planned”, with Tate taking the time to cover his ‘ONMEDS’ registration plates prior to the act.

His lawyer argued Tate was at real risk of losing his job if his licence was not reinstated and submitted he had already suffered “adverse publicity”, though he had no involvement in the distribution of the footage.

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Gender reveal turns costly

Pet owners urged to be vigilant as weather warms up and snakes start to surface EMILY FESZCZUK

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ith the weather warming up, the sightings of snakes around the area have increased.

After treating four animals with snake bites in two days, Mulgoa Veterinary Clinic is warning pet owners to be wary as we move through spring.

Dr Bernice Blom spoke to the Weekender about signs that owners should be looking out for during snake season.

“Most commonly it’s dogs who are bitten but can be cats which is harder to diagnose. It’s tricky but if we are lucky the owner has seen the snake interacting with the pet or has found a dead one around,” Dr Blom said.

“A lot of things can cause the symptoms of dilated pupils, panting, staggering and breathing difficulties but our attitude in snake season is that it is treated as a bite until proven otherwise.”

She said that time is of the essence to give vets the best chance to treat the animal.

“First and foremost, call the vet and let them know you are coming so we can save time setting up IV drips, getting anti- venom out or having a space available to start triaging and dealing with the animal,” Dr Blom said.

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Warning over snake bites

Snake bites in dogs can result in very expensive vet bills. Photo: Megan Dunn “Brown snakes you have around 15 minutes to two hours to treat whereas red black belly snakes have around three to four hours but the sooner the better or it may not be effective.”

Treatment can be expensive, which is why prevention is often better than cure in snake bite cases.

“Bites are expensive, anti-venom can be up to $800 a vile then IV fluids, monitoring, nursing and blood tests so if you can have money put away or be pre-approved for a loan in the case of an emergency it is one less burden,” Dr Blom said.

“You can’t snake-proof an area, but you can reduce risk by keeping grass short,

having no piles of rubbish and knowing that they are attracted to bird aviaries, swimming pools or dog water bowls.”

Dr Blom encourages owners if their pet has been bitten to get them to a vet as soon as possible for treatment. Also to contact a rescue organisation such as WIRES on 1300 094 737 to handle the snake.

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brazen Emu Plains jewellery thief responsible for three heists in as many weeks will learn his fate next month.

During the crime spree, Michael Abdul Elali, 34, targeted three separate stores, walking away with more than $96,000 worth of loot.

About 2.30pm on Friday, August 9, Elali walked into Penrith’s Captain Cash with his partner, opened a glass cabinet at the front of the store and proceeded to steal two trays of rings totalling $14,000.

Just over a week later on August 18, he was again captured on CCTV, this time inside York Jewellers, Penrith Westfield.

While his partner spoke to the shop assistant, Elali went to the other side of the store and, using a lock pick, opened the glass cabinet before taking off with six engagement rings totalling a whopping $67,000.

When police executed a search warrant at his Argyle Place address several days later, Elali told them: “I’m so stupid. I did it for my kid.”

He was granted bail and the next day, in a sign of apparent contrition, he attended Penrith Police Station and returned the York Jewellers’ rings.

However his remorse was short lived.

Just a day later the serial shoplifter

was back at it again, albeit further from home.

On August 24, Elali and an unknown male accomplice were captured at Zamel’s, Warringah Mall.

While his accomplice distracted the shop assistants, Elali pounced, stealing two more rings worth $15,000 from an unlocked cabinet, putting them in his pockets and then casually exiting the store.

Last Thursday, Elali appeared on screen at Penrith Local Court and entered pleas of guilty to all charges.

Magistrate Brian van Zuylen initially refused to adjourn the matter to allow for the preparation of a sentencing assessment report, arguing there were no other alternatives to full-time jail given Elali’s 42-page criminal history and the fact he was on parole at the time.

However, Elali twisted his arm, telling His Honour he was trying to address his criminality and wanted to order a psych report.

“They keep throwing custodial sentences at me,” he said.

“Not once have I had the chance to do any rehab.”

His matter was adjourned to November 11 for sentence.

Bail was not applied for and was formally refused.

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This is a great place – but it has its downsides.

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We only just had our biggest ever annual population increase.

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The man shot by police in the Penrith CBD on Wednesday night has been identified as 32-year-old Daniel King.

Police have launched a critical incident investigation following the incident outside Penrith Police Station.

About 9.15pm on Wednesday, a number of shots were fired into the front of St Marys Police Station.

Shortly after, about 9.35pm, a vehicle stopped outside Penrith Police Station where a man, who was armed with a pump - action 12 gauge shotgun, approached a police vehicle and fired a number of shots at police officers.

That man has now been identified as King, a bodybuilding devotee who it is believed had also fired shots into a home at Marayong earlier in the night.

A male constable received pellet wounds to the back of the head. He was taken to Westmead Hospital with non life- threatening injuries.

Police returned fire and King suffered a fatal injury. He died at the scene.

Several other officers sustained minor non gunshot-related injuries.

NSW Police Deputy Commissioner Jeff Loy said the officers involved were “lucky to be alive�. “The police, to be confronted and to stand up in that confrontation under fire, have shown extreme courage and we’re very proud of the police,� he told 2GB’s Alan Jones. “I spoke to them all last night and they’re shaken, as you would be, but they’re also reflecting on their own families and themselves and how fortunate they were not to be killed.�

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Driver accused of causing fatal crash set to enter pleas

The man accused of causing the fatal crash on The Northern Road last year that claimed the lives of a 23-year-old woman, her unborn twins and a 17-yearold female has had his matter adjourned to December.

Richard Moananu of Glenmore Park did not appear on screen at Penrith Local Court last Friday when his matter was briefly mentioned by his lawyer.

Moananu, 30, faces a host of charges, including two counts each of ‘manslaughter’ and ‘aggravated dangerous driving occasioning death’, ‘negligent driving’ and ‘driving unlicensed’.

The horrific crash occurred about 7.40pm on Friday, September 26, 2018 near Glenmore Parkway.

Police allege the accused was excessively speeding and veered onto the wrong side of the road when his silver Mazda 3, which was travelling south, slammed into a Nissan Tiida travelling northbound.

Driver of the Nissan Anh Hoang, 17, was killed along with newlywed Katherine Hoang, 23, who was heavily pregnant with twin boys.

Her husband, Bronko Hoang, 26, was travelling in the passenger seat and was placed in an induced coma but survived.

Despite being almost 12 months to the day since the accident, the matter remains in the Local Court given the lengthy investigation and its complexity, the court heard last Friday.

However, a confidential case conference between the defence and the Crown is due to take place later this month, where they will discuss Moananu’s charges and likely sentences depending on whether he pleads guilty or not guilty.

Once Moananu formally enters his pleas, the matter will be committed to the District Court or Supreme Court for either sentence or trial.

His matter was adjourned to early December. Bail remains not applied for and was once again formally refused.

Man allegedly hurt officers during daring escape

The man accused of injuring three police officers after allegedly barricading himself in a Penrith home in July has signalled an upcoming bid for freedom.

Danny Flowers, 36, appeared before Penrith Local Court via video link last Thursday and his solicitor put the prosecution on notice that a bail application was likely on the next occasion.

On July 12, Flowers allegedly barricaded himself in a Dent Street, Penrith home after police responded to calls regarding a break and enter.

He is then accused of using an aerosol can and lighter to direct flames at police, who were confronted by Flowers behaving erratically when they arrived on the scene about 5.30am.

After preventing them from entering the property, Flowers allegedly made a daring escape, scaling his balcony and fleeing the scene.

But his freedom was short lived, with officers giving chase and arresting him a short time later on Mulgoa Road, Penrith.

Three police officers suffered minor injuries after being exposed to the flames and during the struggle to arrest the accused.

One officer experienced sustained redness and swelling to his right arm, another sustained cuts and abrasions to his right hand and a third officer was punched in the chest.

Flowers is charged with two counts each of ‘assault police officer in execution of duty without actual bodily harm’, ‘assault police officer in execution of duty cause actual bodily harm’, and one count each of ‘resist or hinder police officer in the execution of duty’ and ‘destroy or damage property’.

Last Thursday, the Penrith Local Court heard a partial brief of evidence had been served but a number of police statements and photographs remained outstanding over the situation.

His matter was adjourned to October 10.

Man narrowly escapes prison time over driving offences

Aaron Mathew Nichols has been ordered to perform 80 hours of community service work after being busted behind the wheel while disqualified.

Nichols faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday and was made to nervously wait to learn his fate, with Magistrate Brian van Zuylen indicating he was considering a jail sentence before standing the matter down for a duty sentencing report.

A contrite Nichols told Magistrate van Zuylen he was extremely regretful.

“I obviously made a massive error and I’m embarrassed about it,” he said.

Magistrate van Zuylen noted his poor record for like offences and fired off a solemn warning that he risked jail next time.

“Keep driving and that’s where you’ll end up,” he said.

He said the court finds it “astonishing” that someone with his intelligence and standing would risk their liberty.

“The court has a duty to protect the community from being killed or seriously injured by drink drivers or people who are disqualified,” he said.

He was banned from driving for 12 months, fined $1,000 and ordered to enter an 18-month Community Correction Order.

Spirit drinker busted, ordered off the roads for three months

A man who downed six shots of spirits then proceeded to drive has been ordered off the roads for three months.

Michael Elias Zamora-Rivera fronted Penrith Local Court last Thursday charged with mid-range drink driving.

The court heard the offender was nabbed on the on-ramp of the Great Western Highway, Emu Plains about 3.30am on September 8 and returned a reading of 0.081.

“How could you possibly think you could be under the legal limit after, by your count, you had six or seven shots of

rum?”, a stunned Magistrate Brian van Zuylen demanded.

He was convicted, fined $800 and ordered to fit an alcohol interlock device to his car for 12 months upon completion of his driving ban.

Chef cooks up a story about driving ban confusion

A man has been forced to surrender his licence after pleading guilty to driving while disqualified.

The man, who works as a chef, faced Penrith Local Court last Thursday and claimed he had made an “honest mistake” and got the dates of his suspension mixed up.

But Magistrate Brian van Zuylen was sceptical and questioned how he thought he was eligible to drive on August 20 when his suspension did not expire to October 3. The offender promised it was an “isolated incident” and “won’t happen again”, but Magistrate van Zuylen was unconvinced, highlighted his poor driving record.

He was convicted, banned from driving for three months and fined $600.

Man busted moving car hit with additional punishments

A disqualified driver on conditional liberty has been ordered to perform 80 hours of community service work after he was detected moving his car.

Wess McLachlan’s lawyer argued for leniency given the offender had only moved the car from the street back to the driveway, but Magistrate Brian van Zuylen said his record didn’t help.

He was convicted, fined $800 and disqualified for a further 12 months.

He was also ordered to enter an 18-month Community Correction Order.

“Please understand that’s a direct alternative to prison,” Magistrate van Zuylen said of the community service component.

Another bond was also revoked and he was fined $1,000 in lieu.

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Police Snapshot Kingswood: Men on the run after break and enter

Investigations are continuing following an aggravated break and enter in Kingswood on Sunday, September 29.

At about 3.30pm a 35-year-old man and his 13-year-old son were at their home on the Great Western Highway when they heard a knock at the door.

The 35-year-old answered the door and was confronted by three men who forced themselves inside the property.

One of the intruders produced a knife and held it to the 35-year-old, demanding property.

The 13-year-old was in his room at the time.

The intruders proceeded to go through a couple of rooms, taking cash, clothes and a landline phone before fleeing.

Police were notified and an investigation ensued.

One of the men has been described as a 170cm tall Caucasian, between 45 to 50-years-old, of a skinny build and has a brown mullet and scruffy beard.

The other two men have been described as of Islander appearance, stocky build and about 175cm tall. One had green eyes and both are believed to be about 45-years-old.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

St Marys: Man charged after trying to run from police

A man faced court on Tuesday after allegedly assaulting police while attempting to escape custody in St Marys.

Officers from the Police Transport and Public Safety North West Sector were patrolling St Marys Railway Station just before 9pm on Monday, September 30, when they stopped a man for a minor transport offence.

The man ran from officers after being informed he was under arrest for an outstanding warrant.

A senior constable caught up to the man on the concourse, before both fell down

a set of stairs. The man pushed the senior constable before again attempting to flee before both have fallen down a second set of stairs.

Further officers came to assist, and the 31-year-old man was arrested.

He was taken to Penrith Police Station before being transferred to Nepean Hospital for treatment.

The man was later charged with ‘escape police custody’, ‘resist or hinder police officer in the execution of duty’, ‘assault police officer in execution of duty cause actual bodily harm’, and the outstanding warrant.

He was refused bail to appear at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday, October 1.

The senior constable was also taken to Nepean Hospital with a leg injury.

Penrith: Women charged after assaulting shop assistant

Two females have been charged after stealing multiple bags worth of cosmetics from a shopping centre in Penrith on Thursday, September 26.

At about 2pm, a 29-year-old Lithgow woman and 23-year-old Bowenfels woman entered a retailer where they filled multiple bags with cosmetics.

As they attempted to leave without paying, they were confronted by a staff member who asked them to return the products. The 29-year-old handed over the bags she was holding and the 23-year-old dropped hers on the floor.

The 29-year-old then shoulder barged the staff member and the 23-year-old punched her repetitively to the face.

The pair reclaimed their bags and fled.

The staff member sustained a bleeding lip and immediately called the police.

Police patrolled the area and located the women walking on Mulgoa Road a short time later where they were arrested.

The 29-year-old was charged with ‘common assault’ and ‘shoplifting’ and was granted conditional bail. The 22-year-old was charged with ‘assault occasioning actual bodily harm’.

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Trump’s fight for survival We are going out on a limb this week to talk about a legal issue that has nothing to do with Australia but has been dominating the news in recent weeks.

US President, Donald Trump is again the centre of a storm of controversy.

Reports coming out of the US indicate that an inquiry is underway, driven by the Democrats, as to the possibility of President Trump being impeached.

What does “impeached” actually mean?

Being impeached or impeachment is the process by which an arm of government level charges at a government official for misconduct.

Impeachment does not automatically equal guilt, it simply enacts a process whereby a legislative body will consider the evidence against the official in question and decide (usually by a vote) whether they are guilty of said charges.

In some countries, like the USA, a finding of guilt would give the legislative body the right to remove the President from office.

Under US law the United States Constitution gives the House of Representatives the power to impeach and bestows upon the Senate the power to determine the outcome of said impeachment.

Trump has long been criticised for his alleged ties to Russia, including accusations that he participated in or acquiesced Russian interference in the US election that saw him win the presidency.

The current impeachment inquiry centres around Trump’s relations with Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskiy however.

It has been alleged that Trump urged the Ukrainian President to investigate former Vice President, Joe Biden and his son Hunter to potentially use any adverse finding against Biden who is one of the frontrunners to oppose Trump in the 2020 US election.

US Attorney General, William Barr is also swept up in the scandal, with accusations that Trump asked the Ukrainian President to work with the Attorney General to discredit Biden.

Trump has long been accused of cover-ups and conduct unbecoming of a President in relation to alleged backroom deals and efforts to discredit his political rivals. Accordingly, many see the latest controversy as simply the straw that broke the camel’s back.

Only two former US Presidents have ever been impeached; Andrew Johnson in the 1800s, and Bill Clinton in 1998 after he lied about an affair with White House intern, Monica Lewinsky.

Australia has never had a Prime Minister come under scrutiny for this kind of misconduct, but we did lose a PM following the political stalemate of 1975 that saw Gough Whitlam sensationally sacked. Whitlam was the victim of a tiny minority in the House of Representatives and a Senate make-up that largely favoured his opposition, the Liberal Party. As a result Whitlam couldn’t pass the necessary laws to fund government policies resulting in then Governor General John Kerr dismissing him. This triggered a general election which lead to the Liberal Party winning Government in a landslide.

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Penrith gets a colourful makeover as locals support the McGrath Foundation NICOLA BARTON

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s we enter Breast Cancer Awareness Month, organisations and local businesses around Penrith are turning pink in support of the McGrath Foundation.

Penrith City Council lit up the Civic Centre on Tuesday night with bright neon pink lights, which will appear for the remainder of the month.

Pink ribbons, banners, cushions and posters will also appear both on the exterior and interior of the building.

Joining forces with the ‘Pink Up Penrith’ committee for the second year, Penrith is again embracing the ‘Pink Up Your Town’

The Penrith Civic Centre was bathed in pink on Tuesday night. Photo: Megan Dunn BP Store Manager, Peita Drum, said both herself and her colleagues were excited to turn pink, proudly showcasing their costumes on Tuesday.

“In our store team, there are a number of us that have been touched by breast

cancer, or know someone that’s been affected in some way,” she said.

“That is why we’re looking forward to supporting this fantastic initiative, and showing how BP is part of the Penrith community.”

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campaign in a bid to increase awareness of breast health.

Deputy Mayor Karen McKeown ‘flicked the switch’ for the pink lights, sending the Civic Centre into awash of pink.

“Council is thrilled to get behind this initiative and offer its support to the McGrath Foundation,” she said.

“Last year Penrith was the first metropolitan area to Pink Up their town and together our community raised more than $40,000. Already, these funds have made a difference as Nepean Hospital now has a dedicated McGrath Foundation Breast Cancer Care Nurse.

“By ‘pinking up’ the Civic Centre again this year, we’re shining a light on the need for more nurses and more research into a cure.”

By turning the town pink, Council hope to not only create breast cancer awareness but to put a spotlight on the McGrath Foundation and the amazing work they are doing.

BP North Penrith, on the corner of Castlereagh Road and Coreen Avenue, will also be supporting the initiative as they swap their iconic green colours for pink during October.

The site will be the only BP participating, with the hope to raise awareness and vital funds for breast cancer.

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ZAMBRERO IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS Australia’s largest Mexican chain Zambrero has opened its new North Penrith restaurant on Castlereagh Road.

The store is hosting a Grand Launch event on October 5, when they will be offering $5 Burritos for one day only.

“The western Sydney community has really responded to Zambrero and our healthy menu. We look forward to opening more restaurants over the next 12 months and donating more meals to those in need,” said Chief Executive Officer Bianca Azzopardi.

For every burrito, bowl or grab and go product purchased in a Zambrero restaurant, another meal is donated to someone in need.

Leading law firm Coleman Greig Lawyers held the Coleman Greig Challenge for the seventh year in a row last month at Parramatta Park.

It is officially western Sydney’s largest corporate charity race with over 600 people present on the day and $200,000 raised this year.

Since the Coleman Greig Challenge started in 2013, the firm has raised over $1 million for children with special needs and newborn care.

Former Olympian and Doctor, Jana Pittman officially started this year’s race and awarded medals at the fundraising breakfast along with Deputy Lord Mayor of Parramatta, Michelle Garrard.

Race founder and Principal within Coleman Greig’s Commercial Property team Andrew Grima described the 2019 Coleman Greig Challenge as a terrific success.

“We love the way the Coleman Greig Challenge brings the community and businesses together, there is an option for everyone to be part of the Challenge!

You can walk, run, cycle or volunteer,” Mr Grima said.

“The money raised goes towards the purchase of vital equipment which makes a real difference to the lives of children in need.”

The funds raised are going towards Westmead Hospital Foundation, St Gabriel’s School Castle Hill and the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children (RIDBC).

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A NIGHT OF SPACE TALK AT WSU OBSERVATORY THIS SATURDAY As part of the Western Sydney University (WSU) Observatory 25th Anniversary celebrations, Nepean Science Hub, Western Sydney University and Penrith Performing & Visual Arts will join forces tomorrow (Saturday, October 5) to explore the big question of space in a special discussion panel and night viewing event titled An Infinite Universe: What is it, and can we ever understand it?

Between 7pm and 9pm, WSU Observatory will host a provocative panel

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Jordan Springs Shopping Centre has announced they’ll be organising three days full of green thumb fun for kids on October 8, 9 and 10.

The free activity will see kids redecorating pot plants and planting seedlings as part of the “See How They Grow” Spring campaign.

BYO seeds from Woolworths Discovery Garden are accepted, and flower/ veggie seeds will also be provided from 11am–2pm each day.

Head into Jordan Springs Shopping Centre and bust the boredom these school holidays.

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Ice cream and doughnut giants, Golden Gaytime and Krispy Kreme, have teamed up to release not one, but two brand new, lip- smacking treats that fulfil every snack - time fantasy, available exclusively at 7-Eleven.

The first of the two treats is a Krispy Kreme inspired Golden Gaytime ice cream.

This Aussie favourite has been re-vamped to include an original-glazed inspired ice cream filling, coated

in delectable doughnut flavoured crumb.

The second treat to launch is the all - new Krispy Kreme Golden Gaytime Doughnut. With nothing less than the official Golden Gaytime crumb, on a hand- dipped chocolate shell with a double- layered filling of Golden Gaytime toffee and Vanilla crème – crumb on!

“We’re thrilled to partner with Krispy Kreme and 7-Eleven, to give our iconic

Golden Gaytime an exciting new form,” said Streets Brand Manager Samantha Jarmul.

“Aussies can find everything they love about the crumbly- goodness of our Gaytimes in a delicious new way and truly enjoy the best of both worlds when it comes to snacktime.”

Available at -7 Eleven stores, these two treats will make any doughnut or ice cream lover’s mouth water.

Australia’s most eminent and internationally recognised astronomers.

Participants can also take a tour of the dome with WSU Astronomer in Charge, Dr Ain de Horta, and view the night sky through a range of telescopes with the Amateur Astronomy Group.

Bookings are required for the event.

Aussies are being invited to join a nationwide coin hunt to celebrate some of Australia’s most loved foods, animals, sports and cultural identities.

The Great Aussie Coin Hunt is a ground- breaking and exclusive partnership for Australia Post with the Royal Australian Mint, which invites people of all ages to join in the hunt to find 26 iconic Australiana themed collectable $1 coins in their change at post offices. The concept runs from this week until October 21.

DESIGN VICTORY The new Penrith Anglican College Performing Arts Centre has been awarded the major prize in the Lysaght Inspirations Design Awards 2019.

The awards recognise Australian architectural work which incorporates Lysaght steel building products.

Designed by the Terroir group, the state- of- the- art facility is designed to deliver outstanding facilities for current and future musicians, dancers and performing arts students from Pre-K to Year 12.

Overlooking the Blue Mountains, the large centre adjoins and incorporates the current 600 seat Lighthouse Theatre with new spaces for performance, tuition and rehearsal.

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Push for signage review Councillor calls for audit of signs across Penrith after Orchard Hills street blunder “There needs to be a system put in place so that signs are checked and not just wrong signs, signs that are faded away and need replacing just from sheer age as well,” he said.

“If we can organise it so there is some sort of schedule put in place for doing the different areas – and this extends outside the city to the rural areas of course – because we definitely need more signage so people know how to get around our city and the most effective way of getting around our city.”

Cr Cornish said he was “pleased” to see Council act so swiftly once it was advised of the embarrassing Lansdowne Road issue.

A Council spokesman said Council staff install or replace more than 2,000 signs a year.

“Council regularly reviews the 20,000plus signs (street signs, regulatory signage and Council-operated car parks) for which it is responsible for,” he said.

“Council manages the large ‘Blue P’ directional signage to the public car parks in the Penrith and St Marys CBDs while signage for private car parks is the responsibility of the relevant owner/operator.”

Residents can report damaged, missing and/or incorrect signs via Council’s online service portal.

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sign audit spanning the Penrith Local Government Area (LGA) has been requested to improve wayfinding across the city.

It comes after Penrith Councillor Marcus Cornish was approached by a resident who pointed out a discrepancy in the spelling of Lansdowne Road, Orchard Hills.

Prior to Council fixing the blunder, the rural road featured signage with two different spellings, while a third spelling was also included on a Council rates notice.

Cr Cornish said an audit of all signs across the Penrith LGA was needed and suggested parking signage, or lack thereof, was the first place to start.

“Parking needs to be distinct with larger ‘Blue P’ signs and arrows from further away, not just in front of where the parking place is, so it leads you to it,” Cr Cornish said.

“With parking being so scarce in Penrith, it’s important that people know where they can find it.”

Cr Cornish, who raised the matter during Council’s Ordinary meeting on September 23, acknowledged it would be a “massive undertaking”.

Councillor Marcus Cornish at Lansdowne Road. Photo: Megan Dunn

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Priorities not right Well look at that! Our Prime Minister would rather give the US millions of dollars to fly a rocket into outer space, than keep the money here to help fix our dilapidated hospitals and schools and also make more social housing available in his own country (especially in the outer western suburbs of Sydney). How absolutely inane can our Government be right now? We are a nation suffering and needing our Government’s help due to the high cost of living and yet he happily splurges his cash to other countries and their people instead of putting his own nation and people first! What has this world come to? I think this is an age and time where Australia will ALWAYS be put last in the minds of its own leaders.

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Troy Dodds has smashed it out of the ball park with his ‘I’m as mad as hell and I’m not gonna take it anymore’ editorial (Editor’s Desk, Weekender September 20).

Gosh he even declared that it could well be offensive to “dare be born with a penis these days”, such is his offence to the pathetic approach to the whole gender debacle. Myself at age 72, I think back to a wonderful time where simply ‘men were men, and women were glad of it’. It was that simple, and why not, it worked very well. To be honest Troy, I think you are

mighty brave to take the stand you have.

To say it will be interesting to see your readers’ response, I would say should be putting it mildly... yet, you never know, the avalanche you get, it could be wonderfully positive. The future for all of this?

Who knows, but I share his concern, I truly do. Adam and Eve didn’t know how good they had it.

DAVE BURT, KINGSWOOD

Somebody make it stop I would like to thank you so much for your editorial in this week’s newspaper.

Sadly, you have told much truth, and, as you said in your last line, “Somebody make it stop”. I despair of the way society is headed, the only recent bright light in an otherwise gloomy outlook has been the unexpected election of the Liberal Party in both the State and Federal Elections. Unfortunately, even the Liberal Party contains pollies whose personal opinions and actions are not always aligned with Liberal philosophy.

ALAN RUMSEY, EMU HEIGHTS

Pedestrians on phones I see dead mobile people, robotic movements, glazed eyes, muttering away.

Some walk into light poles, some fall down stairs, some walk and hit buses and cars, and now trams. Zombie people.

RICHARD MERRELL, PENRITH

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New level of downsizing How ‘tiny houses’ could be the solution to western Sydney’s housing crisis EMILY FESZCZUK

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nterest rates may be falling but with housing affordability still a big issue in western Sydney, more and more people are turning to alternative solutions.

St Marys resident Michaela Alvares, who operates Snowdrop Tiny Houses, is expecting more interest in her unique properties in the coming years.

Founded in May, Ms Alvares is about to see the completion of her first tiny house which is being constructed in Penrith.

She told the Weekender that people from many walks of life could benefit.

“I became aware that there are many people who are so desperately in need of a place to call home, some were after just a room so they could sleep in at night to not risk homelessness,” Ms Alvares said.

“These houses suit young people who can’t afford mortgages, elderly retired people on the pension or even families who just want a separate space but don’t want to extend their house.”

Ms Alvares said that while the smaller living space will require people to declutter their lives, there is ample room for everyday life.

“We have different sizes available, so we work with the client to customise the

Michaela Alvares shows off her new ‘tiny house’. Photo: Megan Dunn design to suit them and their budget,” she said.

“They can have stairs, a loft, whatever size kitchen they want, or be accessible for a wheelchair and it can even be on a trailer for mobile living.”

Compared to the price of an average mortgage, Ms Alvares said it is an affordable and realistic option.

“A standard one is around the $60,000

mark so that is the price of a new car these days and I would love to work with housing providers to half the price for people in need,” she said.

“It will take a maximum two months on the construction side from start to finish then it’s going to last you 25 to 30 years minimum with no maintenance.”

The new tiny house that is being constructed will be moving to Ms Alvares’

home where she encourages interested clients to check it out.

“I have put everything in the first one that I would like in a luxurious home, so I am emotionally attached,” she said.

“I will use it for myself and if somebody wants a tour to look at the possibilities, we can organise that.”

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en Carmichael returned from a six - month sabbatical through South East Asia with a new perspective to help others.

Now, the Werrington resident has teamed up with his friend, Lissa Tavita, to fulfil that desire.

Mr Carmichael told the Weekender that seeing how people lived in Asia gave him the push to help others at home.

“When I came back to Australia in July, Lissa and I bought 10 pairs of socks, five beanies, three blankets and two sleeping bags,” he said.

“We drove around each Saturday night trying to help out those in need. It has

since expanded to what we call ‘Blanket Patrol’.”

The Blanket Patrol movement has grown over the past two months with a strong network of volunteers, who help serve from Penrith all the way to Parramatta each week.

“We have the normal wishlist of clothes and toiletries but our ultimate goal is to purchase a van so we can easily support goods and potentially set up a transportable washing machine,” Mr Carmichael said.

“I am currently running a marathon to try to raise enough funds so we can do that, and we have a GoFundMe page.”

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ocal school students put their arguments to the test last week with 12 primary schools competing in the annual Penrith Valley Debating Competition.

The final shaped up to be a tough one with Regentville Public School going up against Surveyors Creek Public School covering the topic ‘The internet does more harm than good’. Both finalists had been undefeated throughout the whole competition.

Regentville Public School teacher, Amanda Wood told the Weekender that the year five and six students involved were very well prepared.

“Topics are provided before all rounds

for students to research and prepare arguments and rebuttals then the debaters have three minutes speaking time with a bell after two minutes and 30 seconds,” Ms Wood said.

While the students from Regentville had a great debate the overall winner was Surveyors Creek Public School.

Surveyors Creek Public School Principal Kathy Browne said she was very proud of the team.

“I am proud of the efforts of our wonderful debating team and the teachers who coached them,” Ms Browne said.

“This year they have gone through the competition undefeated which is testament to the many hours they put in preparing and researching topics so that they may provide solid and articulate arguments.”

Mayor’s News The weekly views of Penrith’s Mayor

Sharing Stories, Sharing Spices It’s with pride I announce we launched our 2019 Queen Street Riches and Textures annual project, ‘Sharing Stories, Sharing Spices’.

Exploring the relationship between people, food and cultural identity, the project is a unique look at our connections to each other.

‘Sharing Stories, Sharing Spices’ invited six individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse communities with connections to St Marys to present a distinctive cultural dish. Two digital artists, Peter Long and Martin Walker, captured the journey from picking ingredients from a local Queen Street grocery store to cooking the dish in the family kitchen.

The project produced six unique multimedia digital stories of three to five minutes in length, featuring photographs and originally composed music using the natural sounds of the experience and capturing snippets of conversation spoken in the participants’ native tongues.

These six videos are unique in their composition and personal in the stories that they tell.

I want to thank our participants for

allowing us into their home and sharing their culture with us.

Penrith City Council values the creative industries and the social, cultural and economic capital it contributes to our region and the annual Queen Street Riches and Textures project with Queen Street as its focal point highlights the diversity and history of this most important thoroughfare in our City.

‘Sharing Stories, Sharing Spices’ was produced by St Marys Corner and Cultural Precinct in partnership with Nepean Multicultural Access and Penrith City Council.

Each year St Marys Corner and Cultural Precinct produces a Queen Street Riches and Textures project through the engagement of experienced artists who work with the community and local emerging artists.

View the six multimedia digital stories and recipes on Penrith City Council’s Culture and Creativity website: penrith.city/SharingStories.

Have a great weekend and I’ll see you next week!

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St Clair woman’s story of survival proves why regular breast check-ups are vital NICOLA BARTON

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s we enter Breast Cancer Awareness Month, St Clair resident Gail Phillis is urging women to get checked, after accidentally discovering a lump in her breast 12 months ago led to her carcinoma diagnosis.

With breast cancer not running in her family, the 56- year- old said she never really gave it any thought, a mindset she now refers to as “irresponsible”.

“About 12 months ago I stumbled upon a lump and it was huge and rock hard, I really don’t know how I didn’t find it sooner,” she said.

“I went straight to the doctor and they sent me for a scan, I knew something was wrong in imaging because they took so long and they had a lot of other people come in and have a look and I heard someone say it is in the lymph nodes.

“They didn’t say anything so I thought maybe it isn’t so bad and put it off, maybe in denial but eventually went back to my GP and the doctor said you’ve got carcinoma.

“I just teared up immediately, I just felt irresponsible because there’s no cancer in my family so I thought it wouldn’t get me.”

Since her diagnosis, Ms Phillis has

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Gail Phillis and Pauli Parkes at the Nepean River. Photo: Megan Dunn undergone rigorous treatment including a mastectomy and reconstruction on her right breast, chemotherapy and radiation.

Now, every 12 months she must have an ultrasound on her right side and a mammogram on her left.

“When they offer you treatment it gives you a bit of hope because they at least think it can be fixed but there’s no guarantee. It

just makes you aware that you can’t take life for granted, anything can happen,” Ms Phillis said.

“The doctor said there’s no guarantee that it won’t come back – they don’t know – and they won’t say I’m cancer-free because they can’t guarantee that.”

Ms Phillis’ good friend Pauli Parkes has organised a morning tea fundraiser in

support of her, to help raise awareness and vital funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

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ichael Domotor is busy preparing his big Halloween display for the year and is inviting every ghost and ghoul to check it out.

The Caddens resident hopes to bring the community together and to also raise awareness for the truly terrifying disease of Cystic Fibrosis (CF).

Mr Domotor told the Weekender that he has always had a love for all things spooky and wanted to use his passion for good after losing his younger sister a few years ago to the disease that does not have a cure.

“Melissa was born with CF and was lucky to get a double lung transplant but unfortunately a fungal infection took over and we lost her at the age of 26,” Mr Domotor said.

“It may seem silly fundraising with a Halloween event, but I have seen how much joy it brings to a lot of the kids in the area, so I wanted to use that platform to do something a bit more meaningful.”

Preparing his special Halloween display months in advance, Mr Domotor handmakes the decorations he uses to transform his house, this year in the theme of a swamp shack.

“I have always been a horror movie buff and sort of been creative so I like experimenting and seeing what theme I can do to make it an immersive experience for kids to remember,” Mr Domotor said.

Not surprisingly, his fellow Caddens residents always take a keen interest when work begins on his latest display.

“This year I have made a façade for the front of the garage, lined with all old fence palings,” he said.

“The neighbours all see me out doing something weird, but I think they are getting used it and even enjoy it.”

Mr Domotor believes that Halloween is all about community spirit and encourages everyone to get involved.

“I have been decorating and throwing parties for a few years and the first year was how we met a lot of the community and neighbours that we now call friends,” he said.

“I really don’t think Aussies need an excuse to have fun, so we hope to see a lot of people and are making around 500 little treat bags for the kids.”

Make sure to visit 23 Barnea Avenue, Caddens, or donate online at cysticfibrosis.grassrootz.com/our-fundraisers/ halloween- down- under with 100 per cent of donations going to Cystic Fibrosis Australia.

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This year’s winners exchanged exuberant hugs and cheers filled the room as they made their way to the stage on Tuesday, September 24.

Awards founder and Precedent Productions Managing Director Steve Loe said the evening was an exciting culmination to a successful awards program.

“The Local Business Awards recognise the vital role business people play in the lives of their communities,” he said.

“The presentation evening not only sees the announcement of the category winners but is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of all the finalists.

“We had a sell- out crowd that included our finalists, their families and staff, as well as our sponsors and local dignitaries, who helped to present awards to the winners.”

The Western Weekender captured all the excitement as the finalists in each

category were announced, complete with images on the big screen, followed by huge cheers as the winners’ names were read out and they took to the stage to claim their trophies.

“The winners’ speeches are always heartfelt and emotional,” Mr Loe said.

“This year was no exception. It’s very emotional for everyone there to see their tears and smiles as well as hear the beautiful acceptance speeches.”

As official media partner for the Mount Druitt St Marys Local Business Awards, the Western Weekender is today publishing a winners’ feature, that recognises all category winners from the presentation evening.

“Of course, the awards are only possible with the support of major sponsors Blacktown City Council and NOVA Employment and support sponsors, Service NSW, Westfield Mt Druitt, St Marys Village, Plumpton Marketplace, Station Plaza and BREED,” Mr Loe said.

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BANNISTERS BY THE SEA A relaxing escape awaits in Mollymook

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below. Located within the hotel, the iconic Rick Stein at Bannisters seafood restaurant can’t be missed. Guests can expect the finest locally sourced seafood crafted with the passion that defines Rick’s cooking style to create dishes bursting with flavour. Enjoy the sunny deck and seaside views during lunch or an intimate meal in the evening.

The Pool Bar offers something a little more casual, where guests can while away the hours poolside with a cocktail, sampling gourmet pizzas and light tasty bites with arguably one of the best coastal views in Mollymook.

No stay at Bannisters is complete without a decadent day spa treatment. With four indoor treatment rooms, a large Hamman steam room and a semi alfresco cabana opening up onto the headland, guests can relax and enjoy massages, facials and head-to-toe glow packages.

Bannisters Pavilion is located 800 metres away and features 35 stylish, beach- chic rooms and suites, just a short wander from one of the South Coast’s most beautiful beaches.

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Station is a hidden gem located at North Head on the shores of Sydney Harbour in Manly.

Their hotel accommodation provides a unique look into a slice of Sydney’s history and, at the same time, delivers up a destination that cannot be replicated anywhere else.

Hidden amongst native Australian bushland with stunning views overlooking Sydney Harbour and the skyline of modern Sydney on the horizon, you can feel like you are removed from the hustle and bustle of the city but, really, you’re just a short ferry ride away.

The original site housed the former Quarantine Station located at Sydney Harbour National Park, however the modern day Q Station offers stylish hotel accommodation, interactive tours, group activities, restaurants and so much more.

With the summer school holidays around the corner, Q Station’s accommodation options all offer a truly unique setting to experience relaxation, rejuvenation and of course family fun. Choose from rooms with panoramic views of Sydney’s incredible harbour, the National Park grounds or historic buildings of Q Station.

Q Station’s spacious three- bedroom cottages (pictured) are perfect for large families.

Another highlight of your stay is Q Station’s famous history tours and family ghost tours. Recommended for kids aged 8- 14, Ghost Trackers is the perfect ghost tour for families. They run every Friday and Saturday night but check their website for additional tours during the school holidays.

If you’re after a meal or a relaxing drink, the uniquely styled Boilerhouse Restaurant & Bar offers an incredible atmosphere of natural surroundings and overlooks one of the most magnificent views of Sydney. While you enjoy a cocktail and bite to eat in the sun, kids can play on the lawn nearby.

There’s so much to do at Q Station that it’s fast becoming one of the most popular travel destinations for families in Sydney.

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Once used as quarantine staff homes, each cottage features one king room (which can be split into two single beds) as well as two queen rooms, a living room, bathroom and kitchenette with cooking facilities. While every cottage is different, most feature backyards with balconies or a verandah.

On top of the incredible accommodation options, Q Station is full of activities for families and kids. The private harbour beach nestled below is perfect for kayaking, stand- up paddle boarding and snorkelling, while kids can also enjoy the free museum and learn about the rich history of Q Station.

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MALTA Escape to Malta for a very special holiday

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“We all have dreams, and I’m so glad I put mine to fruition, to take a group of Australians and other travellers around the islands of Malta, to experience Malta the way I do,” said Jo Conti from Escape to Malta.

“The Maltese Islands are definitely mythic, taking you through narrow streets of towns and villages that lead us to the main piazza, which no doubt, is dominated by a huge baroque church. We venture through the countryside, dotted with medieval towers, wayside chapels and the oldest known human structures in the world, you could be forgiven for describing the Islands as an open- air museum.

“With so much to do and see, Malta averages the most hours of sunshine in Europe, so with superb sunny weather, crystal clear Mediterranean waters, there is so much to do and see. Maltese cuisine is the result of a long relationship between the Islanders and the many civilisations that occupied Malta over the centuries.

Traditional Maltese food is rustic and dependent on the season.”

Malta is a small island, encompassing an area of 316km squared. Make no mistake though, there is plenty to see and do.

“Join me on one of my tours and you will well and truly capture the best of what there is to see,” Ms Conti said.

Escape to Malta’s June 2020 brochure is out now, visit www.escapetomalta.com for more information. Alternatively you can contact Jo at info@escapetomalta. com, or on 0404 463 777.

“Our tours are small boutique tours, each time led by yours truly, and always with private transport,” she said.

“The Maltese people are warm and friendly, one of the nicest and kindest people that you will ever meet.”

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The 48th TCMF will take over Tamworth from Friday, January 17 to Sunday, January 26 2020. The likes of Kasey Chambers, The Wolfe Brothers, Troy Cassar- Daley, The McClymonts, Lee Kernaghan, and Glenn Shorrock and Wendy Matthews are just some of the big line- up of stars you can expect to see live in concert at one of over 120 venues, or even on the streets enjoying the festival for themselves.

Take it all in!

There’s lots to add to your agenda over the 10 days of TCMF; attend one of the 10 star- studded and free concerts in Toyota Park, drop by the famous Big Golden Guitar for a selfie, wander through the buskers and street performers in the CBD or hit FanZone for free and up close and personal appearances by some of the industry’s biggest stars.

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It’s hot and it’s happening!

It’s Tamworth in January which means yes, it’s hot. But it’s also all happening – in the venues, down the streets, in the park and across the entire region. Grab yourself a Toyota cowboy hat, pull up stumps in a shady spot around town or step inside the venues where you’ll find cool drinks, air-con and a heap of festival-goers having a great time.

Prepare yourself!

There’s so much to do, see, hear, taste and experience and we don’t want you to miss a second of it. Grab yourself an Official Guide or download the app and be sure to plan who or what you want to see, when and where.

So, we hope you’re planned, packed and ready to go when January comes around, because Tamworth sure is the place to be!

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JAMALA WILDLIFE LODGE Interactive experience that is like no other

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Truly fine dining culinary offerings complete your lodge stay, featuring sunset canapés and drinks, a gourmet African styled five course dinner with fellow guests and a freshly prepared breakfast.

These are all often accompanied by some very special visitors and are the perfect complement to this once in a lifetime accommodation adventure.

The cornerstone of Jamala Wildlife Lodge is uShaka Lodge, filled with stylish and luxurious furniture and African artefacts and artworks, whilst in the company of the curious and captivating Colobus Monkeys and the graceful inhabitants of the 200,000-litre shark tank.

Choose to spend the night within the habitats of some of the world’s most amazing animals. The Jungle Bungalows provide the unique opportunity to bathe alongside Sun Bears, sleep next to a lion, check out a cheetah or admire a tiger from the five star comfort of an African inspired bungalow, as you get to know these beautiful creatures in the most personal and intimate way.

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iking is an award-winning, smallship cruise line that is designed for discerning travellers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine. Viking offers “The Thinking Person’s Cruise”.

What’s not included on a Viking cruise is just as important as what is: For example, no casinos, kids, art auctions and hidden costs.

Instead, guests can focus on deepening their historical and cultural knowledge through an onboard library curated by Heywood Hill of Mayfair and the world’s largest private collection of Edvard Munch works outside of Oslo.

Viking’s Cultural Curriculum starts the moment you begin planning your holiday from home.

Peruse Viking’s cruise filmography and recommended reading list, carefully curated for the destinations visited on your itinerary.

Then, once onboard, every detail of Viking’s ships is designed to enhance and enrich your travel experience, so that travellers can deeply understand and connect to the destinations they visit.

Each ocean ship boasts its own Resident Historian, who is an expert on the destinations visited on your itinerary, plus most cruises feature guest lecturers

on specialty subjects, hosted by experts such as authors, diplomats, news correspondents and archaeologists.

Guests can brush up on their culinary skills through cooking classes hosted by chefs at The Kitchen Table, or learn about unique grape varieties and international wines at tastings with Viking’s expert sommelier.

And on- shore, Viking makes sure that the destinations are the star of the show, offering a carefully curated selection of experiences that allow guests to fully immerse themselves in a destination through the Viking Way of exploration.

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he Galápagos Islands are home to some of the world’s most amazing wildlife encounters. The isolated chain of 19 islands emerged alone from the rest of the world and its ecology developed in its own unique way.

Guests at the upcoming Six Senses Galapagos will therefore experience a one-

of --a kind (literally - anywhere - on - earth) natural environment.

Six Senses Galapagos is located in Cerro Verde on the northeastern coast of San Cristobal Island. This is the quietest of the main islands, blessed with a relaxed, tranquil vibe.

UNESCO recognised the Galápagos

Islands as a World Heritage Site in 1978 and a Biosphere Reserve in 1985, and development is only permitted on three per cent of the total area. In accordance with strict local laws, and with strong involvement from the local community during the project’s early design and visioning stages, allowance has been granted to develop the resort on a beautiful and verdant hill with unspoiled views of the ocean and other topographical landmarks.

“Sustainability is at the core of our brand, influencing everything from ongoing community engagement and conservation efforts to the local, repurposed materials used in the development,” said Chief Executive Officer of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, Neil Jacobs.

“We are excited and delighted to work with Orgal Group on this extraordinary project in such a special and environmentally sensitive place, staying true to our joint purpose of ecosystem restoration, scientific research of marine species and low-impact tourism.”

Plans are already underway for an Earth Lab and Experience Centre.

The Galápagos Islands were named by 16th century Spanish sailors after the saddle-shaped shells (“galápago”) of their most famous resident, the giant tortoise.

The eldest of these creatures was born

long before any living human, and it will hopefully be a while before it grows old and dies.

It is unlikely tortoises arrived on the island as giant animals, so from an evolutionary standpoint, it is quite unique to witness the environment that triggered such adaptations.

Darwin’s Origin of Species will forever be linked to the islands, as it was the wildlife he saw here that inspired him to develop his Theory of Evolution. All is explained at the island’s giant tortoise reserve ‘La Galapaguera de Cerro Colorado’, a short bike ride from the resort.

Six Senses Galapagos will be located a 35- minute drive from the San Cristobal airport at Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.

The resort is currently slated to open in 2021.

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Visit the country music capital of the world

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et’s get one thing out of the way first when it comes to Nashville: You don’t have to be a country music fan. It helps, of course, but there’s plenty to do outside of the music that this vibrant and exciting city is known for.

That said, country is often misunderstood and misrepresented, so there’s every chance that a dash of contemporary country during a Nashville visit will have you converted by the time you leave.

Nashville is unlikely to be your primary destination on a USA visit but given it’s just a two hour flight from New York, it’s well worth adding to your itinerary.

Sure, it’s a bustling and vibrant city – a real party town – but it’s also a great representation of a quieter America, particularly if you stay in the suburbs slightly out of the city (which is not such a bad idea – Uber and Lyft are sensational in America and it’s a great way to get around cost effectively).

So, let’s get a few ‘must do’ things out of the way first.

Given this is ‘music city’, you cannot take a trip here without checking out a few of the things that helped Nashville earn its famous moniker.

A trip to the Grand Ole Opry is a must – book tickets in advance, and take note the famous venue is slightly out of the main

including Florida Georgia Line, Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan, through to small ‘honky tonk’ bars that are full of live music everywhere you turn. Often, the same venue will have three live bands running at once across different levels, providing something for everyone.

On a quieter day – or perhaps when you’re nursing a hangover, which is pretty much guaranteed at least once in Nashville – head to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, which provides an amazing historical look at the music that made Nashville famous.

Food… well, there’s plenty of it – just remember you’ll probably have to loosen your belt. Give the Pancake Pantry a try, but be prepared to line up for at least half an hour. Martin’s BBQ Joint is also one not to be missed. city (it’s located at Opryland – which is an incredible resort and mall that is definitely worth seeing in its own right). During the winter months and Christmas holiday period, the Opry – a country music radio program that is performed live in front of an audience – moves to the Ryman, its original home.

A visit to the Bluebird Cafe should also be on your list – it’s where some of the biggest names in music, including Taylor

Swift, were first noticed. Again, it’s a little out of the main city. You can book tickets in advance, but mostly you’ll be able to get in by lining up an hour or so before showtime.

The real party in Nashville is on Broadway – it reminds you of Las Vegas on a smaller and much less over-the-top scale.

There’s almost as many bars as people, from the larger venues that carry the names of some of country’s biggest stars

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Escape the hustle and bustle of the city to the Northern Beaches where you’ll find Sydney’s only beachside holiday park.

Situated just a short drive from western Sydney, you can enjoy a relaxing trip without the stress of having to travel too far with the whole family.

NRMA Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park has a range of accommodation options with something to suit everyone’s needs. You can choose from cabins, villas, studios as well as powered and unpowered caravan and camp sites. Plus, if you are an NRMA Member, you can take advantage of exclusive discounts.

Sit back and relax while the kids enjoy a range of activities such as swimming, riding bikes and making friends while playing in the large surrounding grounds. They will love playing in the water park and games room, plus kid’s club runs every day during school holidays.

With Narrabeen Beach on one side and the lake on the other, where better to try your luck at fishing, kayaking or surfing.

NRMA Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park is an idyllic spot where you could make memories with your family and friends for years to come.

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ENTERTAINMENT PENRITH’S BIGGEST AND BEST LOCAL ENTERTAINMENT GUIDE

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enrith Musical Comedy Company (PMCC) is preparing to thrill audiences with their latest on- stage endeavour – the much-loved musical classic ‘Oliver!’, which follows the heartwarming story of a young orphan boy searching for a family through the rough and tumble streets of Victorian London.

Featuring an ensemble of over 80 actors, singers and dancers, the cast of ‘Oliver!’ has members hailing from across

western Sydney, Nepean and the Blue Mountains – from Bullaburra, all the way down to Blacktown. The entire ensemble have been working tirelessly from early July, under the guidance of a talented and experienced production team.

Inspired, in part, by the stage show and the critically acclaimed film from 1968, PMCC’s production of ‘Oliver!’ uses every member of its ensemble to create a lively and believable London.

This spirited, and occasionally mischievous, production is brought to life through the vision of second time director James Rye. A Penrith resident himself, James has recently returned to the world of

musical theatre after a childhood steeped in performance. When asked why he had chosen to direct ‘Oliver!’, James said: “I auditioned for the professional Sydney production when I was a child, and ever since then I have dreamed of being able to put my own spin on it – to be able to call it my own.”

James went on to explain the significance of the size of the cast, and how it adds to the show, by saying: “With a cast as large as the one we have, we are able to portray the packed-in set pieces – we want the audience to feel the claustrophobia of London and understand what it’s like to be in the thick of it with Oliver.”

‘Oliver!’ is one of the few musicals to also win an Oscar for Best Picture and is widely hailed as a true theatrical masterpiece by actors and audience members alike. The show will feature iconic songs such as ‘Food Glorious Food’, ‘Consider Yourself’, ‘Where Is Love’, ‘Oom Pah Pah’, ‘As Long As He Needs Me’ and more.

So, consider yourself part of the family as Penrith Musical Comedy Company presents this timeless musical tale of love, family and friendship.

‘Oliver!’ is running from October 5 to 13 at the Q Theatre. Tickets start from $33 (when you use Promo Code “WW”) and can be booked at www.thejoan.com.au.

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The closest thing to the King of Pop you will ever see!

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ue to popular demand, Abstract Entertainment is proud to bring back ‘Michael Jackson – The Legacy Tour’ to Penrith.

The show is produced and directed by its star performer, William Hall and is internationally regarded as one of the best Michael Jackson tribute shows staged anywhere.

William Hall embodies the voice, the dance character and the persona of the legendary MJ to perfection.

The Texan has been performing since he was three- years- old and is an accomplished dancer, choreographer and musician.

His love of the King of Pop started at a young age and he now tours the world

Ages 13+ (adult themes)

A must-see live music event for all Beatles fans!

Starring UK-born Australian stage and screen star Naomi Price and inspired by true accounts, Lady Beatle is a rollicking magical mystery tour soundtracked by The Beatles’ biggest chart toppers.

FRI 18 OCT 7.30PM | SAT 19 OCT 2 & 7.30PM Standard $60 | Concession $55 | Under 30s $30 | Seniors Matinee $30

keeping the Jackson Legacy alive. His sell- out tours are a testament to his dedication to deliver the kind of perfect show that Jackson was famous for.

Featuring all of the biggest hits this show is packed with authentic touches and flair.

It is a visual and musical voyage through the artistic life of the 20th century’s most respected and idolised entertainer. It is as close as you will get to experiencing the King of Pop. ‘The Legacy Tour’ will be on at The EVAN Theatre in Penrith on Saturday, October 5 at 8pm. Tickets are from $60.

To book or for more information, call 1800 PANTHERS or visit penrithpanthers.com.au.

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aput, the multi award- winning family show that has melted hearts of all ages around the world, will bring its glorious brand of slapstick, acrobatics and pure silliness to the Blue Mountains.

Get swept up in the mayhem as one man’s life is flipped upside- down by the lonely, dust- covered world that surrounds him. In the style of Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton, our likeable, luckless hero struggles to get the upper hand, taking one step forward and two-

steps back until everything is... well, kaput.

After opening in 2012 to a premiere sold- out season at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, Tom Flanagan’s silent slapstick acrobatic comedy show has toured four continents, won countless awards and collected fans from five to 95-years-old.

It is good old-fashioned, side splitting fun for the whole family.

‘Kaput’ will be on at the Blue Mountains Theatre and Community Hub on Thursday, October 10 at 10am. Tickets are from $20. To book, call 4723 5050 or visit bluemountainstheatreandhub. com.au.

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L I A TR Saturday 26th October 2019 10AM till 2pm Coachman’s Park, cnr Queen St & Charles Hackett Dr, St Marys

Kids, come to St Marys with your parents and take part in the 2019 St Marys Trick or Treat Trail. Dress up in your favourite Halloween costume and register to participate. It’s free to register and you will receive a free trick or treat bag. There will be loads of free entertainment including airbrush tattoos, jumping castle and prizes to be won.

For more information on the event and how to register visit stmarystowncentre.com.au or www.facebook.com/stmarystowncentreltd Proudly brought to you by

10:00AM St Marys Trick Or Treat Trail begins 10:10AM Dance Industrie performance 10:40AM Julia Parashko Singers 11:30AM MC Dance performance 11:45AM Katie’s Dance Academy performance 12:00PM Supreme Dance performance 12:25PM Red Hot and Country performance 12:40PM All Star Dance performance 1:10PM Fancy dress parade 1:25PM Julia Parashko Singers 2:00PM EVENT CLOSES Program subject to change. True and correct at the time of printing.

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what's on AND where HEADING OUT Friday, October 4

Cath & Him – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Bad 80s Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466 Endless Summer Beach Party – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Rave On – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 The Spit Roasting Bibbers Duo – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 7.30pm 8822 2444 Cinderella Penrith Panthers, 1800 061 991 Friday, October 4, 10am, $22.20

Saturday, October 5

Oliver! – The Joan From $38, 7.30pm 4723 7611 Michael Jackson Legacy Tour – Penrith Panthers $60, 8pm 1800 061 991 Damage Inc Metalicca Show – Blue Cattle Dog Free entry, 9pm 9670 3050 Martys Place – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7pm 4722 8180 John Mackie & Yuki Kumagai Jazz Band – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Rough Diamond – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Mary’s Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4734 5555

Rachael Leahcar The Joan, 4723 7611 Saturday, October 5, 7.30pm, From $18

Rave On – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Grand Final Sunday – Blue Cattle Dog Free entry, 12pm 9670 3050 Boney Rivers – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Underwraps – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Oktoberfest – Workers Hubertus Club $10, 10am 4773 4444 Acoustic Autograph – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444

Friday, October 11 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Cazcade Trio – St Marys RSL Free entry, 7.30pm 9623 6555 Lisa Crouch & Dig This – St Marys Leagues Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Soundproofed Covers – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8pm 4721 5764 Underwraps – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Oktoberfest – Workers Hubertus Club $10, 10am 4773 4444 Akinga – Workers Hubertus Club Free entry, 7pm 4773 4444 Hyjinx – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Matchbox – Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600 One Hit Wonders – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 9pm 4736 4466

Sunday, October 6

NRL Grand Final – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 7.30pm 4722 8180 Oliver!

The Joan, 4723 7611 Sunday, October 6, 11am, From $38

Double Trouble – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8pm 4722 8180 Thunderstruck AC/DC Show – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200 Oliver! – The Joan From $38, 7.30pm 4723 7611 Ben Portsmouth Penrith Panthers, 1800 061 991 Friday, October 11, 8pm, $63.65

Oz Icons – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Midnight Drifters – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 8pm 9623 1211 Strike Two Duo – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 7.30pm 8822 2444 Press Rewind – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 Ignition Fridays – Pioneer Tavern Free entry, 8pm 4736 4466 Kick INXS Tribute Show – Penrith Gaels Club Free entry, 8.30pm 4722 8180 Mike Hallam Hot Five – Penrith RSL Free entry, 2pm 4728 5200 Royale With Cheese – Penrith RSL Free entry, 9pm 4728 5200

Joker (MA15) Thurs: 10:00AM, 12:50PM, 2:50PM, 3:40PM, 4:00PM, 6:30PM, 6:50PM, 7:30PM, 8:20PM, 9:20PM, 9:40PM. Fri, Sat, Sun: 10:00AM, 12:50PM, 2:50PM, 3:40PM, 4:00PM, 6:30PM, 6:50PM, 7:20PM, 8:20PM, 9:20PM, 9:40PM, 10:00PM. Mon, Tues, Wed: 10:10AM, 12:50PM, 3:00PM, 3:40PM, 4:00PM, 6:30PM, 6:50PM, 7:30PM, 8:20PM, 9:10PM, 9:30PM.

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Oliver! – The Joan From $38, 1.30pm & 7.30pm 4723 7611 Be Bop A Lula – St Marys RSL Free entry, 8pm 9623 6555 Wild Cherry – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 9pm 9677 7777 Rough Diamond – St Marys Band Club Free entry, 9pm 9623 1211 Marys Karaoke – Grey Gums Hotel Free entry, 8.30pm 4734 5555 Good Vibes – Tattersalls From $10, 8.30pm 4744 2002 The Shy Guys – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 8pm 8822 2444 Chris Drummond Duo – Blacktown Workers Club Free entry, 8.30pm 9830 0600

Sunday, October 13

Saturday, October 12

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Transformers Show Penrith Panthers, 1800 061 991 Saturday, October 12, 10am, $22.20

Daily except Thurs, Fri: 9:30AM, 11:50AM, 12:40PM, 4:40PM, 6:20PM. Daily: 9:30AM, 10:30AM, 12:20PM, 5:30PM.

Oliver! – The Joan From $38, 1.30pm 4723 7611 Ben Bennett – St Marys Leagues Club Free entry, 1pm 9677 7777 Kafekool Duo – Workers Sports Club Free entry, 2pm 8822 2444 Sydney Cars & Coffee – Workers Hubertus Free entry, 7am 4773 4444 Custom Car & Bike Show – Jamison Hotel Free entry, 8am 4721 5764 Midnight Drifters Penrith RSL, 4728 5200 Sunday, October 13, 2pm, Free entry

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Nepean Evening VIEW Club 3rd Monday of each month 4735 4982 Leonay Probus Club Third Friday of the month 4735 5157 Penrith Showground Markets Every Wednesday 8.30am Penrith Paceway • 4721 0509 Penrith Museum of Printing Saturdays from 10am-2pm Pen Paceway • 0415 625 573

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COMMUNITY NOTICEBOARD

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

Delicious food and great entertainment at Penrith Bites The first Saturday of each month will make your mouth water because Penrith Bites is back! The food night market is held at the Penrith Paceway on a monthly basis. A great variety of food vendors with international cuisine show off their skills and provide an enjoyable family experience for dinner. Bring the whole family down and enjoy the atmosphere and entertainment. It is on this Saturday, October 5 from 4pm to 9pm.

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Sunset Station Singers Mondays 7.00pm St Marys RSL • 0408 218 965 Glenmore Park Probus Club Third Wednesday of the month • 9673 2580 Penrith Men’s Shed New members welcome Wednesdays • 0439 646 942 Penrith Rotary Club New members welcome Mondays • 0407 077 143

Spring into Leura Gardens Festival

Blast off with a paper rocket workshop at Penrith Observatory on Friday, October 4 from 10am-12pm. Tickets $17. Book on 4736 0135.

Enjoy spring at the 55th Leura Gardens Festival, which is on from October 5-7 and October 11-13 from 9.30am to 4.30pm. Call 0431 095 279.

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back to TV, with ‘A Very Brady Renovation’ premiering on TLC on Foxtel on Monday, October 7 at 8.30pm. The show sees original cast members Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Christopher Knight, Eve Plumb, Mike Lookinland and Susan Olsen reunite and renovate the interior of the actual house used for ‘Brady Bunch’ exteriors. I’m led to believe the attention to detail is something else!

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featuring Angie Kent, will premiere on Wednesday, October 9 at 7.30pm. I must say there’s been a lot of buzz about this season and, judging by the promos, I’m predicting another huge hit for 10.

Still on dating shows, the second 

season of ‘Love Island Australia’ will premiere on Channel Nine on Monday, October 7 at 8.45pm. The first lot of singles have already been revealed on social media and it’s looking like we’ll have another wild season on our hands. Sophie Monk returns as host while this season will be shot in Fiji instead of Spain. Get ready for all the fun!

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Rumours are rife that Channel Seven  is looking to revive ‘Big Brother’ next year. We should find out in the next few weeks at their ‘Upfronts’ if that’s true or not.

tragedy, Miles and his close friends attempt to make sense of what they’ve been through.

If you haven’t had enough of reality 

Place’ will premiere on ABC Comedy on Monday, October 14 at 9.50pm. Season four of the Ted Danson Emmy-nominated comedy dropped on Netflix last week.

dating shows, here’s another to sink your teeth into. 10 Peach will screen UK reality series ‘Naked Beach’ in which people who struggle with their bodies will meet with nudists who do not. It premieres on Tuesday, October 8 at 9pm.

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Season three of US sitcom ‘The Good 

‘The OC’, new teen drama series ‘Looking for Alaska’ lands on Stan on Saturday, October 19. The eight-episode series centres on teenager Miles “Pudge” Halter, as he enrols in boarding school to try to gain a deeper perspective on life. He falls in love with Alaska Young, and finds a group of loyal friends. But after an unexpected

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This one’s a real winner RIDE LIKE A GIRL  1 hour, 38 mins EMILY FESZCZUK

Most of us may struggle to back a winner around Melbourne Cup time, but you’ll certainly get a good return if you see ‘Ride Like A Girl’, the incredible true story about defying the odds – even if they are 100 to one.

‘Ride Like A Girl’, which is the directional debut of Rachel Griffiths, tells the story of Michelle Payne (Teresa Palmer) and her tough journey leading up to winning the Melbourne Cup. The movie is factually correct, incorporating real photos and footage throughout to give you the real story behind this underdog.

It is certainly about more than just

horse racing but about a close- knit family, overcoming obstacles and tragedy and above all else believing in yourself.

It has a great Australian cast with Sam Neil, Brooke Satchwell, Magda Szubanski, Mick Molloy and the highlight must be the female jockey’s brother Stevie Payne, who plays himself.

‘Ride Like A Girl’ was beautifully shot, showcasing the pure strength of horses with their jockeys along with a little bit of that classic Australian humour.

Towards the end the pace really picks up leaving you full of emotion and pride, which really carries it over the finish line.

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PISCES

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

It’s a wonderful week to expand your world via exciting foreign friendships and international contacts. If you link up with like-minded people, then it will open up new doors of opportunity. But be careful what you post online, as a casual comment could lead to controversy. And expect the sparks to fly on the weekend, when the Full Moon fires up emotions and Uranus revs up your reckless side.

You’ve certainly got big and beautiful aspirations for the future. But reality planet Saturn urges you to make a clear distinction between an achievable goal and an airy-fairy fantasy. With the right balance of idealism and realism, you can make your wishes come true. Your mantra is ‘Dream a dream and then make it a reality’. The weekend Full Moon shines light on a financial problem.

ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

This week it will be very easy to say the wrong thing to the wrong person at the wrong time, but making controversial comments will land you in hot water. So think things through and choose your words wisely. Expect the fur to fly on the weekend, when Uranus and the Full Moon agitate close relationships and heat up your hasty side. Slow down Rams.

Otherwise you’re likely to over-react!

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APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Love planet Venus visits your relationship zone so plan something extra romantic with your partner. Unhappily single? You could find yourself drawn to a charming Capricorn or a sexy Scorpio. With the weekend Full Moon illuminating your solitude/soul zone, slow down and look within as you contemplate, meditate or ruminate. As John Lennon said: “Turn off your mind, relax and float downstream”.

With Jupiter in your partnership zone (until December 2) aim to be more compassionate and generous towards loved ones. Plus try to view a troubled relationship from a more philosophical perspective. As birthday great John Lennon observed: “We’ve got this gift of love, but love is like a precious plant …

You’ve got to keep watering it. You’ve got to really look after it and nurture it”.

When it comes to work or your general life direction, it’s time to banish old beliefs and ancient attitudes. Instead, look to the future with renewed confidence and fresh entrepreneurial ideas. A family matter has got your head in a spin but Venus will help you sort out a simmering domestic drama. A child, friend or lover will be very unpredictable on the weekend. So strive to be a cool, calm and collected, Crab.

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AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

On Monday your ruler Mercury is at odds with disruptive Uranus. So the more unpredictable and unreliable others are, the more you will shift into fussy and finicky mode. You’ll feel much less stressed if you take 10 deep breaths, try to relax, and keep things in perspective. And remember – you can’t control how other people behave. Jupiter and the Full Moon will shine a spotlight on a finance matter.

Expect an intense Monday, when the planets stir up inner compulsions, submerged secrets or hidden resentments. You could also become obsessed about a person from your past. Smart Scorpios will learn to let go. As birthday great Hugh Jackman said: “You can’t go through life obsessing about what might have been”. Things pick up on Tuesday, when Venus shifts into your sign.

Monday will be a stop-start kind of day.

You’re keen to move ahead with speed and lots of sparky ideas. But Saturn will slow you down via an unexpected problem that will keep you occupied. By the time the weekend rolls around, you’re happy to inspire others with your high spirits and contagious enthusiasm! You’ll be at your bouncy best as the Full Moon and Jupiter boosts your confidence.

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

Monday’s Sun/Saturn square stymies motivation and slows progress. Uranus also stirs up problems with partnerships or finances so expect the unexpected!

With the planets visiting your sign, you may find it difficult to stick to your diet, exercise program and/or usual beauty routine. Perhaps it would be better to moderate your perfectionist streak and learn to love your ‘imperfections’?

LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

The week starts with a challenging Sun/ Saturn square. So pace yourself and do your best to avoid online arguments or run-ins with authority figures. If you are the person in charge, then resist the urge to be bossy and over-bearing with others.

Behaving like a demanding Diva will get you nowhere fast! Try to be extra patient, which is certainly not one of your natural virtues!

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The Sun and Saturn square off on Monday, which will test your patience and set your frustration levels onto high. Then on Tuesday, Venus visits your networking zone (until November 1) which bodes well for connecting with friends and colleagues in beneficial ways.

On the weekend, Uranus upsets your usual routine and the Full Moon fires up your cantankerous streak.

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his week’s interest rate reduction of a quarter of a per cent has led to for the first time in our history an official interest rate that starts with a zero (0.75 per cent)!

An interest rate this low seemed unfathomable even a few years ago. Despite being in uncharted territory there is talk of a further reduction in February that could be brought forward to as early as next month.

This is good news for those of us with mortgages; it of course reduces our mortgage repayments. This is the Reserve Bank’s motivation; they are hoping this will free up some cash for us to increase spending to kickstart the economy.

The likely result is an increase in property prices, a weakening of the dollar and hopefully an increase in economic activity. Low interest rates make geared investments attractive, the most common geared asset is of course the investment property. I expect an increase in property investors entering the market.

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They are essentially getting no return on their money. It is worth noting that those most likely to be conservative investors are retirees and those saving for a specific short-term goal. In many cases that shortterm goal is to purchase a house.

On the surface this rate cut looks like good news for first home buyers, but potentially this is a negative. Firstly it becomes easier for anyone already in the housing market with equity to borrow more and purchase an investment property. This is likely to see an investor led increase in house prices. This coupled with the fact that they will earn even less on their savings makes building that deposit a little bit harder.

This might lead to defensive investors changing their investment portfolios to find alternatives to cash and bonds to gain some sort of return. This will most likely result in an increase in volatility, but perhaps a necessary compromise.

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However, falls do not just occur in the elderly or people aged over 65. Falls are common in younger adults and can be as a result of numerous chronic conditions such as vertigo, stroke, lower limb neuropathy and muscle weakness.

Risk factors that can contribute to falls include; strength, balance, coordination, walking speed, gait imbalances, poor vision, medication and reduced sensation of lower limbs. A study that was recently completed in Australia concluded that three hours of high challenging balance exercise per week slashed your risk of falling by 40 per cent or more.

Falls prevention is more than just balance training; exercise should cover the five main points below: 1. Strengthen your lower limbs. Stronger lower limb muscles especially the calf muscles can significantly reduce your risk of falls.

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rowning remains the leading cause of accidental death of children under five years, and 19 children between the ages of 0- 4 lost their lives in the past year – a 12 per cent increase on the previous year.

Accidental falls into water are the leading activity prior to drowning among this age group, so please do not underestimate the importance of both swimming skills and supervision around water.

Summer is fast approaching, so if your baby or child is not yet in swimming lessons, it is a great time to start. Swim Australia and the Australian Swim School Association recommend starting swimming lessons from six months, but you can and absolutely should practice early water familiarisation before this, well before the child acquires a fear of the water.

It is important to make sure your baby has regular baths and showers, and becomes comfortable with the sensation of water being trickled over their heads and bodies, to accept the water more readily than a child who has not had this exposure.

Shower with your young child, demonstrating that there is nothing to fear and creating positive early associations with water. Safety was always my main motivation to get my children into lessons early, however in recent years a Griffith University study has proven that there are many other benefits for babies, including the development of gross motor skills and improved strength, co- ordination and balance.

Swimming strengthens your baby on the inside, helping to develop their muscles and joints, improving the strength of their heart and lungs, and helps to develop their brain and balance. Plus, it’s fun – your baby is less restricted by gravity, giving them the freedom to move in whichever direction they please (with the parent’s assistance), something all young children seem to enjoy very much!

Warm water combined with gentle exercise will relax your baby, encourage the release of mood boosting chemicals, and stimulate the child’s appetite, with most parents reporting that their babies usually eat and sleep better after swimming.

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The paralysis tick is by far the most dangerous parasite when it comes to your pet.

It is commonly found in bushy coastal areas along the east coast of Australia, from north Queensland to eastern Victoria. Ticks are most prevalent from spring to autumn, however, can occur at any time of year.

When paralysis ticks attach to our pets, they inject a neurotoxin which causes progressive paralysis, respiratory depression, and death in animals which have no immunity to the toxin.

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Their legs are the feature which best distinguishes them from other ticks that occur in the same regions. Paralysis ticks

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adly, some people think “all this God stuff” is simply about rules and regulations. Sadly, some people think that God is on about restrictions and limits and boundaries and being hard and placing heavy burdens on people. Sadly, some people reckon they don’t need God. Sadly, some people think they can live their life without him.

Yet, nothing could be further from the truth!

Jesus came into our world to rescue people from eternal death: the horrible curse of death, which is over all people, squeezing the life out of us, robbing us of all that is good.

Jesus came to give us friendship with God. Whereas so often we treat God with neglect and ignore him, rightly bringing God’s judgement on us, Jesus’ death on the cross offers us forgiveness and a fresh start with God. This is how Jesus himself put it in

the Bible’s book of John: “I tell you the truth... all who ever came before me were thieves and robbers. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy: I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”

What a tragedy that more people do not know Jesus; the good shepherd!

What a tragedy that people think they can live without knowing Jesus who came so that you could have life to the full!

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Who among them can rescue you from death? And who among us doesn’t need this rescue!

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Plenty of love and memories across this week’s readings I would like to connect with my grandmother and my cousin.

Anvara, Ropes Crossing As I begin to link with your Spirit family, I feel a sense of traditional values and a close family unit that are committed to making sure your life is exciting.

I would describe your grandmother as a woman of substance, very honest and having a no- nonsense approach.

She makes me feel very close to you and describes you as her ‘successful daughter’.

There is also a link to a particular people such as the Gypsies or Jewish community which relates to her memories of growing up. She speaks of the four children that she protects and tells me of a name sounding like ‘Damir’ or ‘Damian’, which is important at this moment.

July is a time she visits your family from the Spirit World and at this time she passes on her congratulations. She shows me you have a very strong work ethic and would be best suited to working with different nationalities or ethnicities as you communicate very well across all cultures. There was also a tough decision

required from you regarding delaying the start of your family or creating a business.

You may have decided on a balance so you could still live an independent life without being locked in to creating a huge family, and in this case a good decision for your happiness.

Your grandmother shares a lullaby with me and would have been responsible for many children’s clothes and hand-made items. You would have also inherited the skills of dress making and creating items from scratch. I also sense a strong orthodox religion or belief system with you too. I feel that you still include your grandmother around you as she speaks to you in a language that I know you hear well.

The energy of your cousin begins to make itself known to me and I feel this is a younger energy that would have taken responsibility for a lifestyle choice that led to their passing. I hear a name sounding like ‘Marko’ (this could also be a surname) and I sense that the organs above the stomach are being affected or shutting down at the time of passing.

Both Spirit energies smile and share complete confidence regarding you and the choices you have made in your life.

You do have the makings of a wonderful and fulfilling journey.

I would love to connect with Mary, my mum and I’d also like to know if my new business will be successful?

Kathryn, Penrith When I first connect with the energy of Spirit to do this reading for you, I immediately experience the energy of a very feisty lady insisting I let you know all about her. I feel a small sadness over the reason for her passing as she felt it was such a punishment on both her soul and her body. It was not what she deserved and she may have become cranky and irritable towards the end.

She also mentions two children and a third in the Spirit World with her. In a funny way she is pushing me around a little bit and says it’s the ladies that run the family and you, Kathryn, know that too!

This lady also wanted or did work with

charities and you may have discussed this work with her. The age of 78 or the year 1978 was an eventful time for her.

She shows me that you have a lovely and vibrant, larger than life personality. You are also very organised as I see you planning events, diarising and creating new opportunities for yourself.

In fact, I think you are a ‘firecracker!’.

I do get a sense of love in your life but it may represent a new chapter or of beginning over again.

Your business will require a great deal of networking as I can see the Chamber of Commerce or business hub networks as being highly beneficial. I know you have the energy for it, and your partner could also come on board with assistance in the early years. It feels like now its the time to think about you.

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The NDIS registration process can be a complex process, especially when it comes to the audit requirement which focuses on the business’ ability to satisfy the NDIS Practice Standards.

They are focused on the basic human rights of an individual with a disability which include privacy, respect, safety and humanity. Rights that everyone has an expectation of, although we don’t always write them down when we start a business.

To contend with the “audit” (either verification or certification) the provider needs to establish a set of policies and procedures which address these issues and develop systems which guarantee the rights are set in concrete and very much a part of the business’ everyday life.

If you are not used to doing this, it can appear to be a hard slog.

Then there is the cost, anywhere from about $800 to $12,000 depending on the size of the business and the items for which the business wishes to register to provide.

This can be quite daunting but with more and more persons with a disability coming under the NDIS banner it is a necessary expense for many businesses.

It has the potential to wipe out a considerable chunk of business and its related income if you don’t register.

You may feel helpless and/or confused about all of this and don’t know where or how to start the process.

Fortunately, the NSW State Government sees the need of small businesses and has established a generous advisory program to help you through Business Connect.

For help with your NDIS challenges, call me at Western Sydney Business Centre on 0490 251 615.

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In what can only be described as a major coup for the local association, the former Illawarra Hawks and Perth Wildcats coach will assume the role of Penrith Representative Coach Educator and Mentor.

The newly created position will see Beveridge work side by side with Penrith’s extensive coaching staff next year. It’s hoped Beveridge’s experience and expertise will have a strong flow-on effect down to the players and various teams.

Penrith Basketball Association President Rod Miskell said Beveridge’s appointment will be a game-changer.

“When we knew Rob wasn’t going to be involved with the NBL this season, we approached him and asked if he had any interest in joining the association and fortunately for us he was really keen to get involved,” Miskell told the Weekender.

“A group of us have known Rob for some time and it was a decision by the association to go out and seek his guidance.

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To our great delight, he accepted.”

Beveridge will link up with the association this December and will conduct coach education sessions for the 2020 representative coaches. While the former Razorbacks mentor won’t have direct player involvement early on, it is hoped his influence on the coaching staff will trickle down to the playing group.

“At the moment he will put together a program for our coaches to follow and suggest drills that they can use at training,” Miskell explained.

“Rob will also attend our games throughout the season and talk to our coaches about what happened during the match.

“The more we can educate the coaches to educate the players, the better. The time that he spends now we’ll see benefits straight away, but the long-term benefits will be immense for us.”

While Beveridge still desires a return to the NBL coaching ranks one day, Penrith are keen for him to be part of the local set- up for at least the next three years.

However, they are flexible if a major opportunity does arise.

“We are very excited because Rob’s a universally respected coach,” Miskell said.

“We’ve spoken about a three- year contract but, obviously, if there’s something that’s going to take him away from that then we’ll work through it with him.”

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Players were overcome with emotion

The GWS Giants had an afternoon to forget at last Saturday’s AFL Grand Final that this will be a galvanizing experience for us, there won’t be any splinters or anything like that. We’ll be forged even tighter from that and harder, and we can’t wait for 2020.”

While the Giants just came up against a stronger, hungrier and more experienced

outfit on the day, they are confident that their first ever AFL Grand Final will put them in good stead for the future.

Davis said with some injured players like Callan Ward and Stephen Coniglio returning next season, his side should be up there challenging for a premiership.

“It’s hard to reflect now but hopefully with some luck with some injuries, we will look really strong,” he said.

“I’m very bullish on the fact that we are an exciting team with plenty of upside.”

With the disappointment of the Grand Final easing as each day goes by, the Giants will tonight crown their club champion at the 2019 Kevin Sheedy Medal.

A host of other awards will also be presented, with the night set to be broadcast live on the official GWS Giants app.

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WS Giants skipper Phil Davis says he’s really confident about his side’s chances of returning to the big stage in 2020, despite their embarrassing Grand Final defeat at the hands of Richmond last weekend.

After a week of excitement and celebration, the Giants failed to fire when it mattered most, losing to the Tigers – in front of a crowd of more than 100,000 – by a whopping 89 points.

While the Giants scored the opening goal of the Grand Final and were in the contest for much of the first quarter, the game well and truly took a turn in the second period with the Tigers running away with it like Usain Bolt in a 100 metre sprint.

Davis said he and his teammates were hurting but optimistic about the future.

“The more time we’ve had for it to sink in, the more it hurts,” he said on Sunday.

“Yesterday when I walked off the ground there was an element of disbelief about what had just transpired for the 120 minutes. “[However] it’s important to understand

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Our golden girl is heading to Tokyo Story continued from » p. 80 “For me the goal was to qualify for Tokyo this year and to try and get the pre-nomination,” Fox said.

The two silver medals in Spain brought Fox’s individual World Championships medal tally to 10 and her overall medals (including team) at World Championships level to 15.

Despite her growing trophy cabinet, Fox said she’s not focused on how many medals she takes home.

“People tend to look at the medals, I tend to look at the runs, and I think I had some phenomenal runs this season,” she said.

“I maybe didn’t win but they were still some of my best runs. The ones that I did win were incredible and I had some fantastic performances today.”

The Australian team will now head home with a small group including Fox, Lucien Delfour as well as Daniel Watkins and Noemie Fox heading to Tokyo in the coming weeks for a test event.

“We’ll head to Tokyo in a few weeks’ time and try the course and see what it’s like,” Fox said.

“I’m excited to get back to Japan and discover Tokyo and the course and get back to training.”

The 2020 Olympics begin in Tokyo next July.

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t Clair Netball junior and Premiership- winning NSW Swifts captain Paige Hadley headlines a star-studded Australian Diamonds line-up for this month’s Constellation Cup against current Netball World Cup champions New Zealand.

Nine athletes who represented Australia at this year’s Netball World Cup have also made the team including Giants Netball stars Caitlin Bassett and Jamie-Lee Price.

Diamonds head coach Lisa Alexander, who will coach her 100th Diamonds match in Auckland, said she’s excited by the new-look team that will be taking on the reigning World Cup champions.

“My fellow selectors Annie Sargeant, Michelle Wilkins and I believe this is the combination of players that we need to face an incredibly strong Silver Ferns team, with flexibility right across the court and a great mix of experienced talent and exciting up-and-comers,” she said.

“It’s a testament to Netball Australia’s pathway that we have such depth within

Penrith’s Paige Hadley representing Australia at the Netball World Cup

our elite program that it makes selection quite a task.

“I would like to commend Ash Brazill, Tegan Philip, Laura Scherian and Maddy Turner on their selection following their outstanding Super Netball seasons – they’ve shown they have what it takes to perform against the world’s best, standing up in key moments, and we’re thrilled to welcome them into the team.”

In July, Australia were left heartbroken when New Zealand snatched the Netball World Cup out of their hands with a 52-51 victory in England.

Alexander said she’s looking forward to another great battle in this month’s four match Test Series.

“The rivalry and respect between the Diamonds and Silver Ferns is immense and it’s always such a great battle – we’re so looking forward to playing four, no doubt, thrilling matches,” she said.

New Zealand will host the first two games of the Constellation Cup before the teams travel to Sydney for game three at Qudos Bank Arena on Sunday, October 20.

Game four will be held in Perth in late October.

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he Penrith Cricket Club is getting serious about returning to the Women’s Premier Cricket Finals, hiring Cricket NSW Female Academy coach Ron Woods to lead their women’s first grade and T20 teams this season.

The former army officer switched from Parramatta to Penrith earlier this year and has spent the past six months planning for the upcoming 2019/20 season.

Woods’ short time at the Howell Ovalbased club is proving to have plenty of impact, with players, parents and club officials very pleased with what he’s brought to town already.

Speaking with the Weekender, Woods said he was drawn to the head coaching role at Penrith for a variety of reasons.

“I was attracted to the job at Penrith because of the committee and their approach to women’s cricket,” he said.

“Also, a lot of the parents I had met through my role at Cricket NSW wanted to have me at Penrith, which was fantastic.”

Such is Woods’ strong appeal, his move to Penrith also saw the arrival of a number of new and high profile players.

Along with Penrith stalwarts and Sydney

Thunder stars Lisa Griffith and Naomi Stalenberg, the club will also welcome a bunch of new faces this season.

“Not long after I announced my departure from Parramatta I had senior players, NSW Academy players and Thunder WBBL player Kate Peterson, all wanting to join me at Penrith this year,” Woods said.

“Along with Lisa Griffith and Naomi Stalenberg, youngster Emma Hughes from the Sydney Sixers is also in the side.”

With so much star talent and one of the state’s best women’s coaches to boot, it would be very surprising if Penrith didn’t give the upcoming Women’s Premier Cricket competition a real shake this summer.

Woods, who used to be a member of the Australian Defence Force cricket team, said falling short of the Finals would be a failure.

“We have a few mottos we live by at Penrith – ‘we practice with purpose’ and ‘lazy cricket is losing cricket’,” he said.

“The key is to win as many games as we can but more importantly focus on the winning outcome and the winning outcome for us as a club is to play Finals cricket.”

The women’s T20 first grade competition gets underway on October 13 against

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Fresh start for Panthers Supporters look ahead to 2020 with membership packs on sale for next season NATHAN TAYLOR

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anthers fans envious of this Sunday’s NRL Grand Final between the Canberra Raiders and Sydney Roosters can officially start dreaming of next season with 2020 membership packs now on sale.

While 2019 was a year to forget for Panthers supporters, it’s hoped next year will be a much more fruitful one for members and fans at Panthers Stadium.

Panthers memberships for next season, which went on sale on Wednesday afternoon, appear to offer more variety and value than in previous years.

Full season adult, teen and junior members will receive their choice of an exclusive 2020 Panthers members cap or beanie, plus a members benefits booklet filled with special offers.

VIP members also receive a personalised Panthers members polo, limited edition signed footy, both choice items and full season member pack.

The adult members pack also includes a cooler bag, fixture magnet, keyring, sticker and lanyard, while the teen members pack

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comes with a portable phone charger, pop socket, fixture magnet, sticker and lanyard.

For the kids, the junior members pack includes a boot bag, plush football, sticker sheet and lanyard, while the club will also

bring back their popular baby members pack and pet membership, the latter of which debuted last season.

“We’ve pulled out all stops to ensure being a Panthers member in 2020 will be more rewarding than ever before,”

Panthers Head of Membership, Jeremy Tuite said.

“Our new members merchandise is of the highest quality and we’re planning more invite- only events so our members will have ample opportunity to meet and mingle with the players next season.

“While other clubs substantially increase their membership prices every year, we’re proud to continue to offer some of the most affordable membership options in the NRL.” There has been a slight price increase across the club’s membership options in 2020, with a diamond package, for example, going from $350 per season to $375.

Fans who sign up to a 2020 Panthers membership will once again receive entry to members-only events with the players, access to $10 Panther Bus tickets to away games, discounts on merchandise at the Panthers Shop and pre-sale access to NRL Finals tickets as well as State of Origin matches.

The 2020 NRL Draw is expected to released in November.

For more information on the options available, visit www.penrithpanthers. com.au.

Around the grounds CRICKET: Penrith have started their Premiership defence in the best way possible, defeating Northern District in the opening round of the Belvidere Cup. Playing in a One-Day match at Mark Taylor Oval, Northern District won the toss and elected to bat first. The home side were dismissed by the reigning premiers for just 137 runs. Penrith’s Brent Williams was best with the ball, taking 3/14. When Penrith hit the crease later that day, they reached Northern District’s total with ease – losing just two wickets on their way to victory. Brett Atherton (53) and Cameron Weir (51) both hit half centuries for the Cats.

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GRIDIRON: The Nepean Ducks have continued their losing ways, smashed by the Sydney Uni Lions 55-6 in Round 6 of the Gridiron NSW Men’s competition.

In the day’s other matches, Nepean’s Colts team belted Sydney Uni 40-16, while the Ducks women’s team went down to the Lions 54-19. The entire Gridiron NSW competition will enjoy a bye this long weekend.

RUGBY LEAGUE: St Marys have fallen

agonisingly short of a Premiership, losing to the Wentworthville Magpies 32-14 in the Ron Massey Cup Grand Final at Leichhardt Oval last weekend.

Scores were level at half-time before St Marys hit the lead early in the second half. Unfortunately, Shane Elford’s men were unable to go on with it, with the Magpies surging ahead with a barrage of tries late to put the game out of reach.

Overall, it was a successful first season for Elford as coach and no doubt the club will be proud of their efforts.

GOLF: Leonay Golf Club held its annual Pink Day for Breast Cancer Research last month, with miserable weather threatening to disrupt the event. From a listed field of 128 starters, just 78 hardy players teed off at 8.30am and would experience treacherous conditions as they battled their way around the course. Once everyone was home and dry, the day took on a brighter note, with the numbers swelling to over 100 people at lunch, all looking to contribute in the raffles, auctions and games. A very healthy sum of $6,800 was raised on the day from the activities, including a $1,000 donation from the Leonay Golf Club Men’s Committee.

Club spokesperson Pam Savage said: “A very good outcome, despite the weather.”

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The 25-year-old two-time Olympic medallist wrapped up the 2019 titles in style, securing one team gold and two individual silver medals in the women’s C1 and K1 events.

Winning two podium spots in La Seu, Fox satisfied the early nomination requirements to gain selection for Tokyo 2020. Based on the early nomination criteria her World Cup wins in both the women’s K1 and C1 at the World Cup Final in Prague last month as well as two podium finishes last weekend count towards early nomination.

“It’s a huge relief. I’m feeling great joy and great pride to project myself now into the Olympic team and to say that I will represent Australia again is amazing,” Fox said.

“It’s just so tough in our sport. Only one can go to the Olympics per event and I’m really excited about the next few months and the lead up to Tokyo.”

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Jessica Fox is bound for the Olympics next year in Tokyo. Photo: Bence Vekassy

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