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T H E H E A R T B E A T O F P E N R I T H
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Why win was extra special for Scerri
OUR CHAMP
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UWS staff angry at proposed changes
STAFF REVOLT
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A DNA breakthrough in a Penrith sexual assault case from more than 20 years ago has resulted in the arrest of a man in Queensland.
Back in 1992, a 42-year-old Penrith woman answered her door in Haynes Street, Penrith after hearing a knock.
She was later robbed and sexually assaulted.
Th e case has remain unsolved for more than two decades, until an incredible breakthrough.
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L uddenham is about to experience a weekend like never before when the small yet vibrant pocket of our community celebrates its 200 year history.
Th e Back to Luddenham Weekend begins tomorrow, Saturday, November 30 at 7.45pm, when Luddenham’s oldest living resident, 93-year-old Dolly Cuthell, will unveil the bicentennial monument, plaque and time capsule at the Luddenham Progress Hall.
From 8pm, the Hall will come alive with the return of the Old Time Dances, which were a big
part of Luddenham’s history for many years.Th e Cob and Co Old Time Dance Band will
provide the live entertainment on the night with admission just $5 for adults and $1 for kids. Food is included.
On Sunday, December 1, the Back to Luddenham Weekend continues with a free family fun day at Luddenham Showground featuring a vintage car show, hot rod show, antique trucks, vintage equipment display, market stalls, rides and amusements, memorabilia pavilion, family reunions, static and historical displays and plenty more.
For the history buff s, both the Nepean and St Marys Historical Societies will be dressed in
period costume answering questions and presenting displays on the local area’s history on the day.
Memorabilia will also be available to purchase including a Luddenham history book, t-shirts and commemorative coins.
Luddenham’s history dates back to November 30, 1813 when John Blaxland, the older brother of Gregory Blaxland, received a grant of 6,710 acres.
Mr Blaxland named his new piece of land Luddenham after their family property in Kent, England.
For more information on the special Back to Luddenham Bicentenary Weekend visit www.luddenham.com.au or call 4773 4375.
Back to LuddenhamHuge party this weekend to celebrate 200th birthday
Back to Luddenham event organiser Wayne Willmington with the time capsule at Luddenham Showground. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Penrith Cit y Council’s vision for th e Penrith Health and Education Precinct is in some doubt, creating concerns for a
number of councillors...
T he Penrith Health and Education Precinct has been heralded as the region’s answer to a lack of high-skilled employment,
however, Penrith Council is now in a race against time to ensure the vision for the precinct does not fall by the wayside.
In 2011 a Strategic Vision for the Penrith Health and Education Precinct (PHEP) stated that the area would be developed to attract medical, research and education based businesses that would result in an up-skilling of employment opportunities in the local area.
However, Penrith Council is struggling to ensure that the designated employment lands surrounding key institutions such as Nepean Hospital and University of Western Sydney are not used for warehousing and distribution instead.
Council has spent four years setting out what land uses are permissible in the PHEP through its Local Environmental Plan, which was due to be submitted to the Department of Planning on October 29.
However, at the last minute, in a meeting on Monday evening, Councillors decided to delay submitting the Local Environmental Plan until February 2014 so that more consultation can take place.
Cr Greg Davies said that Council should delay a decision on the PHEP so that the implications of a blanket ‘B7 business park’ zoning could be investigated.
“We have got to do what we can to get this right. It is extremely important that we get this section right,” he said.
A ‘B7 business park’ zone would allow developers to build warehousing and distribution.
“My concern is that it doesn’t meet our original plans. Council offi cers have had to work with a template that was handed to them by the State Government. Th e vision for the site has been lost,” Cr John Th ain said.
Cr Mark Davies said that his frustrations with the lack of planning for the precinct have been building for some time.
“It is an important piece of land designated for the Penrith Health and Education Precinct. Th ere has been some frustration on my behalf on this issue over two and a half years ago,” he said.
“It is not going to really prove to be a problem with delaying this until the new year as we need to consult with more stakeholders.”
Cr Kevin Crameri said that he was extremely disappointed that Council was now making a last minute decision on such an important part of Penrith.
“Why have we waited until now? It is the 11th hour before midnight and now we are asking for another day’s play?” he said.
A Council report indicated that the University of Western Sydney, a key partner in the precinct, is currently
undertaking more detailed analysis of its future plans for the university and business park.
“I would like to know what the university’s commitment is to that campus. I would like to hear from UWS that they will stick with that campus,” Cr Th ain said.
A spokesperson for UWS said, “UWS is thoroughly committed to consolidating and continuing to build its presence in Penrith”.
“Th e University is investing tens of millions in major infrastructure projects.”
Council’s race against timeCouncillors delay submitting LEP over Health and Education Precinct concerns
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TROY DODDSFrom The Editor’s Desk
Mr Pyne lost all
credibility on Tuesday
It may well be that Mr Pyne’s new approach will be a better one than what Labor off ered, but the overall point here is that the Australian people are rightly sick of politicians saying one thing in opposition and doing another in government.
Mr Pyne wouldn’t even meet with the expert panel that devised the so-called Gonski school funding model to discuss how it worked before he discarded it.
Th e Herald reports that he was too busy to do so.
Too busy to speak to NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell, too, who is fuming over the way this has been handled.
Perhaps Barry and the Gonski panel can book a spot on ‘Q&A’ next year – Mr Pyne always has time for that.
Education policy has always been and will always be a diffi cult, hard to understand, prickly policy debate.
Rarely will governments always get it right and rarely will every school, every teacher and every student win.
But when you start making it even more diffi cult by playing politics, changing the rules and breaking promises, you are all but guilty of deception.
Forget the Indonesian spying story that we all seem so obsessed about – that will go away quickly once the respective leaders have stopped playing the ‘mine is bigger than yours’ game (i.e. – protecting themselves from ridicule by their respective media packs).
Th e spying ‘scandal’ will rate barely a mention when the 2016 election comes along.
In 2016, however, we’ll still be talking about education.
Christopher Pyne has one hell of a job to do between now and then to re-gain the trust of the Australian people, and the education sector.
Because he well and truly lost that trust this week.
At the moment, he’s in the same boat (excuse the pun) as Scott Morrison, who needs to prove that his “weekly updates” are better than the more frequent updates on boat arrivals provided by the former Labor Government.
We all know how Scott Morrison would have reacted if Labor changed the policy to weekly updates, essentially updating the public less.
Politics – it’s a muddy, messy game.
O n August 29, with the Federal Election looming, then Shadow Education Minister Christopher Pyne said: “You
can vote Liberal or Labor and you’ll get exactly the same amount of funding for your school”.
On Tuesday, the now Education Minister said: “What one government does, another government can undo”.
And there, my friends, is the very large gap between what politicians say when they’re desperate for your vote and what they do once they get it.
Mr Pyne this week said he would bring forward plans to introduce a new education funding model, but the total “funding envelope” would remain the same. Th e Coalition will stick with the agreed arrangements for 2014 but a new funding model will be introduced for 2015.
Mr Pyne believes that because the total “funding envelope” remains the same, he has not broken an election promise.
Try telling that to the schools who may receive less funding under the Coalition than they had been promised under Labor.
Try telling that to the schools who believed Labor and the Coalition were on a ‘unity ticket’ when it came to education funding.
Mr Pyne lost all credibility on Tuesday when he was directly asked by a reporter at a press conference if he would keep his promise to deliver the same amount of funding for individual schools that Labor had promised.
His response: “We are going to keep our promise, which is that we have exactly the same funding envelope available to us as the Labor Party promised before the election”.
Th e reporter repeated the question, presuming the smug looking Mr Pyne must have been hard of hearing.
“What I’m saying is that we will have exactly the same funding envelope available... and we will work through with the states and territories to ensure that it is equitably distributed,” Mr Pyne said.
Mr Pyne won’t answer the question, so I’ll give it a go.
Th e answer is: “No”.Mr Pyne will not be keeping that
pre-election promise and the electorate has been deceived.
The honeymoon is over – messy political games are back
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P enrith police are investigating a blaze at a home in Emu Plains that allegedly contained cannabis plants.
Just after 3.10am on Monday, November 25, Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) were called to a blaze at a home on Pyramid Street, Emu Plains.
A spokesperson for Fire and Rescue NSW said that upon arrival, crews found
the split level house well alight.“More than 25 fi refi ghters responded to
the scene, including trucks from Regentville and Glenbrook, an aerial truck from Penrith and a Hazmat truck from St Marys,” the spokesperson said.
“Th e blaze took more than three hours to extinguish and the house was severely damaged by the fi r e.”
One neighbour was evacuated as a precaution, but was not injured.
More than 80 per cent of the structure and contents were aff ected by heat and
smoke and the property was no longer habitable. FRNSW fi re investigators were called to the scene but the cause is still yet to be determined.
Th e site was offi cially handed over to NSW Police at 6.11am after it was discovered that the home contained a large hydroponic set-up to grow cannabis.
Th e house was cordoned off whilst police investigators searched through the debris, locating a total of 275 cannabis plants that were recovered as evidence.
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The burnt out home on Pyramid Street that is now being investigated after police discovered a hydroponic set-up inside.
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I have spent hours standing behind the blue and white tape at crime scenes – in the safe zone – watching on with a sense of wonderment as police carry
out their duties. One rainy Friday night this month
however, I stepped into a police car (on invitation, not in handcuff s) to spend a night on the beat with St Marys offi c ers and witness fi rsthand what challenges frontline offi cers face on a daily basis.
St Marys Local Area Command has been bustling with action the past few weeks as the party season gets into full swing, with police conducting high visibility Operation Enough to crack down on hooliganism.
It was this operation that Weekender photographer Melinda Jane and I were invited to witness in action.
After hopping into a police vehicle, we were driven to Colyton Hotel to witness a drug dog operation that was in progress.
We were one of about four vehicles, including one undercover, that pulled up at the local pub, which was full of end-of-week revellers.
After some quick introductions and a pat of “Ace” the drug dog, we were off , following the Labrador around the venue.
A little sceptical of his nose-powers after seeing Ace wander around the pub hardly sniffi ng at anything, I asked his handler how far he could actually pick up a scent.
“He has been known to drag me 50 to 100 metres after picking up a scent,” said Constable Ryan Matson.
“If the wind was blowing in this direction and someone inside had a
substance, for example cannabis, he would pick it up instantly.”
A large part of Operation Enough is the mentoring of young off enders, particularly those caught in the possession of alcohol.
Each week a number of Penrith Panthers players join the police on the Operation to help out; on this occasion Matt Moylan and Jamie Soward came along for the ride.
After leaving the pub we began to patrol the St Marys Local Area Command, visiting hot-spots in the area’s suburbs including St Clair, St Marys, North St Marys, Colyton, Kingswood, Werrington and Orchard Hills.
At about 6.50pm we received word over the radio that a large group of young people were seen walking along and attempting to cross the M4.
A boy, around eight-years-old was spotted by Inspector Jason Green, and so we stopped to speak to him about the dangers he was putting himself in.
We were then called to Kingswood. A woman had been spotted, sitting on
the ground in her pyjamas beside Bringelly Road and police had spoken to her when she then began to behave in an off ensive manner. Th e woman was arrested and charged with ‘off ensive behaviour’ when she did not cooperate.
Meanwhile, on the other side of town, one of the other cars in the convoy had reason to pull over a vehicle, fi nding a baton inside. Th e driver was charged with ‘possess prohibited weapon’.
Later in the night we were patrolling near St Clair shops when we spotted a large number of youths congregated in an
undercover area by the soccer fi elds. Inspector Green was the only offi c er
with us and after speaking to one of the youths alone, decided to call for back-up before confronting the larger group.
A number of the youths left the location quickly and by the time back-up arrived, there were around six left, one of which was in the possession of alcohol.
Th e kids, all around 17-years-old,
thought that the fact that their friend was being taken home in a police car was hilarious.
“He always gets caught,” they laughed. Th e boy was taken home to apologetic
parents and off ered the opportunity to sign up to the Your Choice Program.
“You can see how kids don’t care anymore, they really don’t,” Inspector Green said.
Weekender’s night in bluePolice reporter Katherine Tweed spends a night on the beat with local offi cers...
Police from St Marys search local youth late into the night. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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S etting the tone for years to come, Penrith Council has endorsed a masterplan for the Nepean River Precinct, ‘Our River’.
Outlining a development and project agenda to be completed over the short to long term, the masterplan aims to revitalise the Nepean River and its connection to Penrith city.
Former Penrith Mayor, Mark Davies, who instigated the development of the masterplan said he was very happy with the outcome.
“Th e plan is as good as it is because of the community consultation we did, I was really impressed with the level of engagement from residents and we had residents attending community meetings and sharing their ideas,” he said.
“It is great to have the plan completed so that Council can now look at grant and funding opportunities... and we currently have over $2 million in works to be delivered.”
Weir Reserve is set for a major overhaul with a new road entry from the east off Peachtree Road, a new amhpitheatre space and a proposed Centre for Excellence in rowing.
“What I will really like to see is the sense of grandeur that will be established coming down Jamison Road to the River. You will be able to see views of the river,” Cr Davies said.
Visitors to the river will be able to see the Nepean as they approach along
Jamison Road, with the trees cleared to create a water vista with a cantilevered lookout where Jamison Road becomes Tench Avenue.
Th e area will be turned into a key activity area with play spaces, decks, shading and a paved area for stalls.
A spokesperson for Council said that the cultural heritage of the mulberry trees that attract so many berry-pickers each spring
will be taken into account when the fi ne r details of the plan are fi na lised.
Tench Reserve already is a proven destination for families and parties, however, improved road access and parking will make the area more visitor-friendly.
Th ere will be better boat launching facilities and trailer parking; more cycling, walking, picnic spots and barbeques.
“It is really important with the masterplan that we take some of the pressure of the smaller watercraft, that’s why there are plans to provide pontoons and better launching facilities,” Cr Davies said.
On the western side of the Nepean River, Regatta Park will become the site for festivals and events, cafes and viewing spot for sporting events.
Overhaul planned for our riverMajor changes ahead as Penrith Council plans for Nepean River’s future
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The popular mulberry trees at Tench Reserve. Inset: Designs for what the future of the Nepean River precinct might look like.
Angry words over airport plan: Crameri labelled a “dinosaur”
T he future of a Badgerys Creek Airport has sparked a row between Penrith Councillor Kevin Crameri and State MP for
Londonderry, Bart Bassett. Th e feud began when Cr Crameri told
the Weekender (November 8), that residents desperately needed to contact their government representatives about their concerns over any western Sydney airport.
“Residents from Rooty Hill, Mount Druitt, Erskine Park, St Marys, St Clair,
Kemps Creek and Badgerys Creek should all be very concerned about the direct impact an airport would have on their property,” he said.
He cited traffi c congestion, environmental damage and noise pollution as just some of the many reasons why Penrith City Council originally opposed an airport in western Sydney.
Mr Bassett, who declared he supports an airport at Badgerys Creek, labelled Cr Crameri a “dinosaur”.
“It’s time for the dinosaurs of local government to stop trying to rekindle a 20-year-old campaign,’’ he said.
“Western Sydney communities have moved on and attitudes have changed to a Bart Bassett. Inset: Kevin Crameri.
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far more sophisticated model and should be given the opportunity to make up their own minds on this issue based on up-to-date environmental, technological and social information.”
Cr Crameri issued a scathing reply to the comments this week, calling on Penrith Council to contact all State and Federal representatives in the Penrith region and clarify their stance on a Badgerys Creek Airport.
“Some politicians are deaf to the facts, blind to the reality and dumb to their statements about the airport,” Cr Crameri retorted.
“I am glad to be a dinosaur and listen to the people, see what is happening and speak the truth.”
Cr Crameri said that there are thousands of people who rely on rain water for their houses that would be polluted and undrinkable from diesel and carbon soot.
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E xasperated residents vented their frustrations at Councillor John Th ain on Monday evening after Council decided to maintain its
stance on land zonings for Hinxman Road in Castlereagh.
As reported previously by the Weekender, residents raised their concerns with Council three weeks ago after the Draft Local Environmental Plan, detailing all land uses for the diff erent areas of Penrith, was discussed by Councillors at a Policy Review Committee meeting.
Th e community was divided over whether or not the western end of Hinxman Road should be zoned ‘RU4 Primary Production Small Lots’, given that the eastern end, also known as Castlecrest Estate, has been zoned ‘E4 Environmental Living’.
On Monday night, Stephen Abbott spoke on behalf of residents who again demanded a consistent E4 zoning over the entire Hinxman Road, stating that the desires of the community had not been taken into consideration.
“RU4 zoning will ultimately aff ect the character of the area. 83 per cent of the properties aff ected by this decision want E4 Environmental Living zoning,” he said.
“Residents will have to drive through market gardens to attend the local school or leave the area each and every day. A vote was taken two weeks ago that was not based on what was the best for the community. We ask that the matter be
deferred so that we can further explore options with Council.”
Whilst Cr Tricia Hitchen and Cr Bernard Bratusa were sympathetic to the residents’ pleas, the majority of Council felt there was no need to defer the matter or change the zones.
Cr John Th ain bore the brunt of the
backlash for the decision after he stated that residents knew the land could be used for small agricultural practices.
“Th ese people knew they were buying into an area that had rural living allowances. Th ese people have moved in there knowing exactly where they are,” he said.
“We have tried to be fair and equitable to everyone in that area.”
Mayor Ross Fowler was forced to address the gallery after numerous residents booed and hissed at Cr Th ain , yelling “shame, shame on you”.
Council voted for the original zonings 13 votes to two.
Tempers fl are in the chamber“Shame” call as Penrith Council stands by controversial Hinxman Road plan
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Castlereagh residents are unhappy that Hinxman Road will be divided into two zones. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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CONTACT US
ADMINISTRATION
Penrith Offi ce Civic Centre, 601 High Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri.
St Marys Offi ce Queen Street Centre, 207–209 Queen Street. Opening Hours: 8.30am–4pm. Mon–Fri.
Switchboard Open: 8.30am–5pm. Mon–Fri.
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F: (02) 4732 7958
Write to: PO Box 60, Penrith NSW 2751.
SERVICES
Waste Hotline: Freecall 1800 734 735
Illegal Dumping: Contact the EPA hotline on 131 555 and ask for the RID Squad (Regional Illegal Dumping Squad).
Graffi ti Hotline: Freecall 1800 022 182
MEETING DATES
Council Meetings
9 December 2013 – 7pm (Policy Review Committee)
16 December 2013 – 7.30pm (Ordinary meeting)
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITYSeeking Expressions of Interest for Sponsorship for Australia Day 2014. If interested please contact 4732 8060.
COUNCIL BRIEFS The Sydney International Rowing Regatta (SIRC) has won the prestigious NSW Premier’s Partnership Award for hosting the 2013 World Rowing Cup. The event – held at SIRC in March – generated up to $7 million for the local economy. The Samsung World Rowing Cup will be held at the Centre again in March 2014. Don’t miss the Penrith Swimming Centre Family Fun Day Charity Event on Saturday, 30 November between 11am–3pm. A gold-coin donation is all you’ll need to enter and there will be numerous activities for children on the day including a jumping castle, face painting, clowns and so much more. All money raised will go to the Samuel Morris Foundation. For more information call 4721 3625. The Penrith Regional Gallery & The Lewers Bequest will hold a Twilight Christmas Market on Sunday, 1 December between 3–7pm. There will be artisan stalls, plenty of children’s activities, free exhibitions, delicious food and a variety of stalls including art, craft, jewellery and plants as well as live music for everyone to enjoy.There will also be a free shuttle-bus servicing River Road. Call 4735 1100.
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONThe following development applications have been received by Council:
PreTech Pty Ltd DA13/135157 Mamre Road, St Marys Multi-unit housing – 6 x 2-bedroom attic-style villasContact: Gurvinder Singh on 4732 7539Closing Date: 16 December 2013Property Innovations Group DA13/1350 62 Brisbane Street, Oxley Park Demolition of existing structures and construction of 5 x attic style villas with associated car parking and landscaping works Contact: Aaron Howard on 4732 7774 Closing Date: 16 December 2013Property Innovations Group DA13/1345 66 Brisbane Street, Oxley Park Construction of 5 x attic style villas with associated car parking and landscaping worksContact: Aaron Howard on 4732 7774 Closing Date: 16 December 2013Firstyle Homes Pty Ltd DA13/1365Lot 1341 Sydney Smith Drive, PenrithAttached dwellings x 6, semi-detached dwellings x 2, studio lofts x 3 and strata title subdivision x 6 lotsContact: Clare Aslanis on 4732 8195Closing Date: 16 December 2013Firstyle Homes Pty Ltd DA13/1366Lot 1342 Lord Sheffi eld Circuit, PenrithAttached dwellings x 9, studio lofts x 2 and strata title subdivision x 4 lotsContact: Clare Aslanis on 4732 8195Closing Date: 16 December 2013
EXTRA BIN COLLECTIONS OVER CHRISTMASCouncil will provide extra residential bin collections between 23 December 2013 and 17 January 2014. Residents can place all their bins on the kerbside each week during this period on their normal collection day.
These additional collection services are designed to encourage everyone to ‘Do the Right Bin’ and keep up their great recycling efforts over the festive season.
Additional collections do take extra time, so households are asked to leave bins out until they’ve been emptied so they don’t miss out. Unit complexes with a collect and return service will receive extra collections from their bin bay also.
Residents can register to receive free text message reminders about extra bin collections at Christmas/New Year as well as electronic and chemical waste drop off days and other recycling initiatives throughout the year. Simply email your name, home address and phone number to [email protected] or phone 4732 7615.
INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENTPenrith City Council has received a Development Application in respect of the subject property. The consent authority for the development application is Penrith City Council.
CCL Development Pty Ltd DA13/1359Lot 2 DP 541090 (No. 34–60) Bradley Street, Glenmore ParkTorrens title subdivision x 37 residential lots, 1 residue lot and public roads
The proposal is Integrated Development under Section 91 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. In this regard, the applicant is seeking concurrent approval from the NSW Rural Fire Service under Section 100B of the Rural Fires Act 1997.
The Development Application referred to in this notice and supporting documentation accompanying the subject application may be inspected at the locations listed below at any time during ordinary offi ce hours, in the period from 2 December to 16 December 2013.
Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Penrith City Council in relation to the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds of objection are to be specifi ed in the submission. The submission is to include Council’s reference number DA13/1359.
Council is required to make Development Applications and certain associated documents publicly available under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. There is a presumption in favour of publicly disclosing all submissions relating to this Development Application unless Council determines that it is not in the public interest to do so.
For any queries relating to the proposal, please contact Pukar Pradhan on 4732 7726.
Disclosure of Political Donations or GiftsDevelopment Applications are displayed at the Penrith Civic Centre. By law, reportable political donations or gifts must be disclosed by anyone lodging a planning application to Council. Call 4732 7649 or visit www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au
Viewing of Development ApplicationsThe above development determination/s may be inspected between 8.30am and 4pm Mondays to Fridays (except Public Holidays) at Council’s Civic Centre, 601 High Street, Penrith. Offi cers of Council’s Development Services Department will be able to assist with your enquiries.
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Funds for research: West gets its fair share of grant cash
A total of 17 new research projects at the University of Western Sydney will receive funding from the Federal Government.
Lindsay MP Fiona Scott announced on Tuesday this week that $7.78 million would be awarded to the local research projects under the Australia Research Council’s Future Fellowships 2013 and Major Grants 2014 programs.
“More than $552 million in research funding has been announced and I am
very proud to see more than $7 million of that going to western Sydney,” she said.
“Th ese projects are diverse and are important for addressing challenges that we face in diff erent areas of society.”
Dr Brendan Choat will receive $722,000 over fi ve years to fund his research into the resilience of Australian forests and woodlands to drought in light of dwindling water availability in some areas of Australia.
Another project being administered by UWS will improve the applications of ulta-high resolution MRIs in the fi elds of agriculture and cancer treatment.
Lindsay MP Fiona Scott visiting UWS students this week. Photo: Melinda Jane.
CASSANDRA O’CONNOR
Local jobs could go: Tax Offi ce to shed 900 positions
P enrith jobs at the Australian Tax Offi ce are under threat with staff informed by Commissioner Chris Jordan last week that up to
900 positions nationwide will be culled.Mr Jordan emailed staff , ahead of an
appearance at the Federal Government’s Senate Estimates hearings, stating that the budget position “is being impacted by a range of infl uencing factors” including the proposed abolition of the Minerals Resource Rent Tax and the proposed
abolition of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profi ts Commission.
“Based on current forecasts, the ATO will have to work hard to achieve a balanced budget in 2013-14 and indeed for the following few years,” Mr Jordan said.
“We anticipate we will need to reduce our staff numbers as part of our contribution to the overall APS staffi n g reduction. Our best estimate is that we will have to reduce our workforce by up to 900 staff by the end of this fi nancial year.”
Staff were told more information on the job cuts will be available in December.
The Australian Taxation Offi ce in Henry Street, Penrith. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Stolen items found: Cranebrook house searchedPolice executed a search warrant in Beacroft Place at Cranebrook at about 10am on Tuesday, November 26. During the search a number of stolen GPS units were recovered as well as a $13,000 quad bike stolen from Cranebrook in the last two weeks. A small amount of drugs were also located. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Huge drug fi nd: 315 cannabis plants locatedPolice allegedly discovered 315 cannabis plants after executing a search warrant at a Penrith home last week. Following an ongoing investigation, offi cers attached to the North West Regional Enforcement Squad attended a house in Watson Drive, Penrith at about 6.30pm on Th ursday, November 21. Inside the home, a hydroponic set up was located including the cannabis plants with an estimated street value of $1,500,000. A female and male juvenile were arrested at the Penrith location. Both were taken to Penrith Police Station and charged with ‘large commercial cultivation of cannabis’. Th e 17-year-olds were refused bail and appeared at Parramatta Children’s Court the following day.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Out of control parties: Police kept busySt Marys Police attended a number of parties on Friday and Saturday night including one that was out of control in Claremont Meadows, where a number of people were brawling on the streets. It is alleged that a number of uninvited guests attended. Over the weekend police made fi ve arrests for off ences including ‘aggravated break and enter’, ‘possession of amphetamine’, ‘possession of house breaking implements’, ‘breach of bail’ and ‘possession of a laser pointer’.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stun gun found inside home: Multiple chargesAt about 7pm on Sunday, November 24, a 43-year-old man was arrested and searched in relation to a domestic violence issue. Police allege that the man had an amount of amphetamine in his possession as well as a large amount of cash. Police located cannabis, ecstasy pills and amphetamines as well as a prohibited electronic device or stun gun at his Emu Plains home. Th e man was charged for both drug and assault off ences.
POLICE SNAPSHOT
A DNA breakthrough in a Penrith sexual assault case from more than 20 years ago has resulted in the arrest of a man in Queensland.
Late in the evening on Saturday, March 7, 1992, a 42-year-old Penrith woman answered her door in Haynes Street, Penrith after hearing a knock.
Th ere was a man at the door who asked for a glass of water – the woman spoke to him before turning him away.
A short time later, the man entered the home, robbing and sexually assaulting the woman before fl eeing the scene.
DNA evidence was collected from the crime scene however the case was unresolved.
Detectives recently re-visited the case, reviewing the DNA evidence. Th e investigation was re-activated by the Sex Crimes Squad under Strike Force Peele.
“Earlier this month, detectives applied for and were granted an arrest warrant for a 44-year-old man for the off ences of aggravated sexual assault, armed robbery, aggravated break and enter, and common assault,” a NSW Police spokesperson said.
At about 10.15am on Tuesday, November 26, Cairns CIB Police arrested a 44-year-old man in Cairns, Queensland.
Th e man was charged and refused bail, appearing at Cairns Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, November 27.
“Detectives from the Sex Crimes Squad will travel to Cairns to apply for the man’s extradition to NSW,” the spokesperson said.
Cold case crackedStunning police breakthrough after 20 years
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State Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres this week welcomed sweeping reforms to strengthen the child protection system.
“Th e NSW Government’s changes put vulnerable children fi rst, while also giving troubled mothers the help they need to turn their lives around,” Mr Ayres said.
Under these new laws there will be: • increased early intervention services;• expansion of Parental Responsibility Contracts
to support expectant mothers;• court-issued Parental Capacity Orders; and, • the streamlining of open adoption – which
means adopted children can maintain a connection with their biological parents.
See www.facs.nsw.gov.au.
Minister for Roads and Ports Duncan Gay this week launched the state’s biggest lifejacket awareness campaign to promote safe and responsible boating behaviour.
Mr Gay was joined by Aussie actor and comedian Shane Jacobson who is spear-heading a series of light-hearted fi lms, that will run as part of a statewide lifejacket campaign running through to Easter.
“One of the hardest facts to contend with is that nine out of 10 people who drowned while boating in NSW in the last decade were not wearing a lifejacket,” Mr Gay said.
Th e online video series called ‘Th at’s Not On’ features Shane getting involved in a number of on-water scenes including kayaking and fi shing.
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A petition pleading for the Federal Government to scrap its fi bre to the node National Broadband Network (NBN) model was
delivered to Lindsay MP, Fiona Scott, on Tuesday.
Vanita Roychoudhry, a mother and former IT manager, delivered the 270,000 strong petition to the local MP’s offi c e on High Street, in coordination with more than 100 petition deliveries across the country.
Ms Roychoudhry said she was a strong supporter for the former Labor Government’s fi bre to the home NBN plan and is disappointed that in Werrington where she lives, her family will not have that service.
“Parts of Penrith already have fi bre to the home NBN but in Werrington we will miss out because Malcolm Turnbull only supports the fi bre to the node delivery model,” she said.
“I am just a mother looking out for the future of my children and we need to leave them this infrastructure legacy so that they can grow up saying they come from a smart country.
“If we do not have fi bre to the home broadband installed now, we will be even further behind countries such as Singapore, and in 20 years will be going through the same process.”
Started on the weekend of the Federal Election by Queensland student Nick Paine, the petition led to the creation of
fi bre-to-the-premises supporter groups across Australia.
Ms Roychoudhry was formerly an IT manager for a large supermarket chain but was made redundant and from her own personal expertise says that fi bre to the home NBN is a necessity.
“More and more of our IT jobs are being
sent overseas and our smartest people leaving because Australia is falling behind,” she said.
“Having fi bre to the home will increase our competitiveness, create innovation and allow people to work from home.
“Th ere is the option to pay for fi bre to the home connections, but people such as
myself and my family cannot aff ord it, we are being disadvantaged.”
Ms Scott said that she has already presented the petition to Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull.
“We are about delivering NBN to more people faster, this is a cost eff ective NBN for all Australians,” she said.
Plea for re-think on NBN planPetition calls for Labor’s fi bre to the home model to be reconsidered
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Vanita Roychoudhry delivers the petition to Lindsay MP Fiona Scott’s offi ce on Tuesday. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Green Bridge planI would like a chance to voice my concern over the design of the above mentioned bridge (Council split on Bridge plan, Western Weekender November 22).
My grandson has been rowing just on three years now and I know they say the proposed bridge won’t interfere with the course but surely a simple attached footpath to the existing bridge would suffi c e.
I think the “Green” bridges design does not fi t into the surroundings, it looks out of place and by dwarfi ng the existing bridge only adds to the fact that there is no connection between the two bridges, by that I mean they don’t complement one another. Janice Ford, via email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Asbestos Awareness WeekTh is week (November 25–29) is Asbestos Awareness Week and with wild weather and fi res sweeping parts of our state, it is a timely reminder that this deadly material is still present in our communities – in many of our homes, sheds and other structures.
In fact, it is estimated that 1 in 3 Australian homes still contain asbestos-based materials.
Asbestos is particularly dangerous when it has been disturbed and the fi bres are loose. If you are involved in the clean-up of any materials and you
suspect asbestos may be present, be extremely careful and contact local authorities immediately. Some people suff er no eff ects from asbestos exposure, while for others a single exposure can trigger disease. Joanne Wade Slater & Gordon Lawyers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NBN columnAs a Penrith resident having read your article regarding the NBN may I say what an absolute PRAT you are? (From Th e Editor’s Desk, Western Weekender November 22). I would have used stronger language, but, in case you print this I will refrain in case the kids pick up your poor version of a comic strip. As dipsticks go you take the highest award – now I suggest you either read the literature sent to yourself from the NBN Co or go to the NBN Co website?
Th ere you will fi nd all the info you could possibly wish for, and your stupid article – which would not have been written. Ken Myers, via email. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Th anks for assistanceOn behalf of the members of Orchard Hills RFS, all of whom are volunteers, and myself the Captain, I would like to thank the public for your donations, your support and your generosity during the
last number of weeks during these devastating fi res. As this is only the start of the fi re season, I hope that we will have your ongoing support throughout the summer period. Once again thank you Penrith and our local community of Orchard Hills, you are phenomenal. We all back each other up in times of need and this is what makes our community great. Greg Speed Orchard Hills RFS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Business adviceStaple or glue a business card to each bag (Your Business, Western Weekender November 22). I bought some melts at a stall recently and paper bags were used. I can now phone and order more and or fi nd out her next stall in my local area. Have your business card photocopied and enlarged onto iron on paper, buy a cheap plain t/shirt and iron on. Make your business cards on line, much cheaper to order in 100s. Judy Ann, via Facebook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Th anks for columnsI would like to thank those who write all the lifestyle columns in the Weekender. Th ey are an easy read and I look forward to the advice and tips each week, even if I don’t always follow it! Mary Smith, via email
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MAYOR’S NEWS
ROSS FOWLER
On behalf of Council and our community, I congratulate the winners of the Annual Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Year 11 Science Awards.
Th e awards, held at Penrith Civic Centre on Wednesday, highlight the achievements of talented students and foster enthusiasm and interest in science and technology.
We were delighted that Penrith City students were once again joined by students from Lachlan Shire, our Friendship City in country NSW, as recipients of these awards.
Science and technology are essential for the health and future of Australia’s people, environment and economy.
Developments in these areas start with quality education in our schools and innovative programs that capture the attention of talented students.
I encourage the award winners to consider a career in these rapidly advancing fi elds.
I would also like to express my deepest gratitude to the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute for this valuable initiative.
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M ulgoa resident Elisabeth Paul has been charged with an enormous task – acting as an ambassador of Denmark.
Th e 26-year-old university student is currently completing her Masters degree in Cognition and Communication at the University of Copenhagen and was recently named a Youth Goodwill Ambassador for the European country.
“My role is to promote Denmark to my peers in Australia, with the overall objective of sharing my personal story about international student mobility to foster intercultural exchange and global career opportunities,” Ms Paul said.
“It’s an amazing opportunity and defi nitely feels like a fairytale.”
Last September, Ms Paul graduated from a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Psychology from the University of Western Sydney, Kingswood.
As part of her studies, she undertook a six-month student exchange to the University of Copenhagen, and it was this experience that inspired her to apply for a Masters program back in Denmark.
“Th ere are so many reasons that it’s good to study here, but for me it’s all about the study environment,” she said.
“My subjects are taught in English, interdisciplinary research is encouraged, and the campus is stunning... I particularly love the canals and lakes around the city, and nearby forests with deer.
“But I’m not only keen to share my enthusiasm for Denmark with people back home; I’m also really proud to be representing Penrith overseas.
“People are always interested when I say where I am from, and many have said they would like to come and see the Blue Mountains. Western Sydney is my home,
even if Copenhagen has also found a place in my heart.”
Danish Minister for Education, Morten Østergaard congratulated Ms Paul on all her eff orts and enthusiasm.
“With the Youth Goodwill Ambassador Corps we are engaging international talents all over the world,” he said.
“Talent mobility is a huge driver for intercultural exchange, innovation and exports. By working closely with our youth Ambassadors, we are connecting Denmark with the home countries of our youth Ambassadors on a people to people level, which already is showing great results.”
An international love affairMulgoa local fosters relationship between her two loves: Denmark and Penrith
CASSANDRA O’CONNOR
Mulgoa resident Elisabeth Paul has been named a Youth Goodwill Ambassador for Denmark.
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All money raised on the day is going to Blue Mountains Cancer Group. Robyn Yates will be on hand to give everyone an update on the wonderful work the group are doing to support people who are dealing with cancer.
To book your tickets/table email [email protected] or call Kelly Lewandowski on 02 4725 6412. Please RSVP by December 8, 2013.
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COUNCIL SNAPSHOTPenrith Council would like local interested residents to be aware that a development application concerning events for up to 300 people at Fernhill Estate is not yet on public exhibition. A development application has been submitted, however, Council is currently working through the proposal with the proponents to make some amendments and gather further supporting documentation and then the application will be put to public exhibition.
Council has approved a 108 place childcare centre to be built where the former Pet Goods Direct store was on Glenbrook Street, Jamisontown. It is in the same area as Toys R Us, Barbeques Galore and Rashay’s restaurant. Existing car parking on the site is for 231 cars however that will be reduced as a result of the development to 218, with 36 car park spaces being provided for the childcare centre. Th e proposed childcare centre will provide a social and economic benefi t to the community through the provision of childcare along a main travel route and the provision of additional employment opportunities.
Under the new Model Code of Conduct Procedures, Council’s Complaints Coordinator must, within three months of the end of September each year, report on a range of complaints statistics to Council and the Division of Local Government (DLG). Th ere was one complaint lodged between September 2012 and August 2013 and referred to a conduct reviewer. Th e assessment of that complaint has not been fi nalised and the outcome and cost will be reported next year.
A Council analysis of meeting times in 2013 has shown that there was an increase in the duration of Ordinary Meetings by approximately 50 minutes. 24 public meetings will be held in 2014.
T he addition of a new cot to the Nepean Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is already giving pre-term babies in need of intensive supervision the
opportunity to have the best possible care in their fi rst few weeks of life.
Th e $465,000 neonatal cot, also called a humidicrib, arrived with all the equipment staff need to sustain life in a baby born from as little as 23-weeks of gestation.
As soon as the cot was ready to go, there was an immediate need for its use.
“Since the NICU fi rst opened here in 1991 we have steadily grown. We opened with one ventilator cot and we have gradually increased to our now, number 11,” said NICU Director, Dr Lyn Downe.
“Hopefully we will continue to grow because there is certainly the demand there.”
With the unit currently boasting 11 neonatal cots, Nepean is now one of the largest NICUs in the state.
Sarah, John and Sophia McKid are nine-week-old triplets, who were born 13 weeks premature at Nepean Hospital and are still being cared for in the NICU.
It was only by a miracle, and the help of quick thinking staff that kept these three together when they were all in need of a neonatal cot – often, if there are not enough available beds, families have to be split up between hospitals across the state.
“I was stressed out, going through labour and contractions thinking, ‘I am going to wake up and my babies are going to be spread everywhere and I am not going to be able to see them’,” said mum, Elizabeth McKid.
“We got to stay together as a family but at the time they only had 10 beds, with three babies at once,
most of their beds are taken up. Th ey need all the beds they can get.”
Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres joined staff at the NICU on Friday, November 22, to celebrate the arrival of the new cot.
“I will squeeze every ounce of blood out of every government stone I can fi nd to make sure that little babies who are born in this hospital get every opportunity in life,” Mr Ayres said.
Cot a real life saverMuch-needed equipment added at hospital
KATHERINE TWEED
The new neonatal cot, with a baby inside.
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O n Monday two Penrith swim schools launched a new initiative to combat the incidence of drowning deaths.
Nepean Aquatic Centre and World of Swimming, along with more than 300 other Australian swim schools teamed up with Swim Australia and Energy Australia to launch ‘SwimSAFER Week’ from November 25 to December 1.
During the week children and their families were encouraged to visit the swim schools to learn vital elements of an Emergency Action Plan, including CPR.
Karen Bentley, from Nepean Aquatic Centre, is encouraging all Penrith families to visit the swim school and learn how to be safer in and around water.
“Children from as young as four months can learn what to do if they fi nd themselves in a potentially dangerous situation in the water,” she said.
Sadly, too many children are not prepared. Drowning deaths in children under the age of fi ve-years increased 48 per cent last year, while the number of overall fatalities rose fi ve per cent, to 291.
Sandra Stapleton from World of Swimming said the swim school will be holding lessons to help children and parents prepare if an accident should occur.
“You can’t always stop an accident from happening, so we’ll be teaching CPR, and how to create an Emergency Action Plan for your family,” she said.
Swim Australia CEO Ross Gage said the National Energy Australia SwimSAFER week focuses on the importance of swimming lessons, and what to do in the event of an emergency.
“Swimming lessons are only one way to help kids stay safer in and around the water,” he said.
“Th e EnergyAustralia SwimSAFER program also recommends constant adult supervision, complying pool fences and gates, as well as having an Emergency Action Plan in place.
“Families should always have a fi rst aid kit on hand, know emergency numbers, understand how to administer CPR, and if
a child is missing, always check water hazards fi rst – because seconds count.”
Local residents can get involved by enrolling their child in an EnergyAustralia SwimSAFER school, or visiting waterhero.com.au.
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Locals urged to swim saferSwimming centres get behind push to reduce worrying drowning statistics
CASSANDRA O’CONNOR
Local residents have been learning about water safety this week. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Repeat off ender strikes again: Penrith Local Court is investigating the possibility of handing a 41-year-old man a full-time custodial sentence after committing his second major off ence in fi ve years. Th e man was before the court for a high-range drink driving charge. Th e court was told that on August 31, the man was pulled over by police after he had consumed around 10 stubbies at a friend’s place. Th e man was intending on driving from Mount Druitt to his home in St Clair however, did not make it that far. Th e court also heard that in his 24 years of driving experience, the man had committed a number of other serious driving off ences including “drive in a manner dangerous”, “mid-range PCA”, other “high-range PCA off ences” and a speeding matter as well as other smaller off ences. Th e man had commenced a rehabilitation program with the Salvation Army. Th e matter was adjourned until early next year for the purpose of an Intensive Correction Order assessment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Man allowed to return home: A man is now allowed to move back home with his wife and four children following the acceptance of a bail variation application. Th e man, who had been arrested and placed on an Apprehended Violence Order after assaulting his wife, appeared in Penrith Local Court this week hoping that his bail could be varied, allowing him to return home to his family. Th e man’s wife was present in court. She told the court that she no longer feared for her safety and wanted him to reside back at their Luddenham home. Th e application was granted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Teen caught with drugs: After being charged for possessing a prohibited drug and equipment for administering prohibited drugs, a 19-year-old has been convicted and fi ned at Penrith Local Court. Th e man appeared before the court this week, charged with possessing Methamphetamine (speed) as well as a glass pipe used to administer it. Police observed the man sitting in a car, which was parked down a quiet street, and had reason to speak with him. Police noticed a glass tube hanging out of his pocket and found 0.71g of methamphetamine, which he had hidden in his underwear. When asked why he had been in the possession of the drug, the court heard that it was because of “the crowd he was knocking around with”. For the possession of the drug, the man was fi ned $400. He was also fi ned $400 for the possession of the pipe.
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Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres has met with Northcott Penrith to raise awareness about the support and services they off er for people with disabilities and to encourage community participation for the 2013 “Don’t DIS my ABILITY” campaign.
Th e Don’t DIS my ABILITY campaign is now in its 10th year and has a strong tradition of pushing the boundaries, getting people talking and challenging perceptions about what people with disability can and can’t do.
“Th e campaign is about promoting positive perceptions about people with disability and aims to build an environment that encourages active participation in careers, leisure pursuits and social activities,” Mr Ayres said.
“Don’t DIS my ABILITY is about changing the public view of disability and recognising people for what they do, not for their disability.”
Th e Don’t DIS my ABILITY campaign is an initiative of the Ageing, Disability and Home Care and is celebrated throughout November and December.
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Local residents are being encouraged to submit a nomination for the 2014 NSW Seniors Week Local Achievement awards.
“Seniors make an important contribution to our community and these awards are one way in which we can show our appreciation for the talents, skills and generosity of this impressive group,“ said State Member for Penrith, Stuart Ayres
“We are calling on people to nominate seniors who make a diff erence to their local community.”
Th e 2014 awards will celebrate seniors for their achievements in various categories.
Mr Ayres said that he is keen to celebrate the vital and important role seniors play within our local community.
“I believe it is important to give thanks where it is due and these awards are Penrith’s way of showing its appreciation for these exceptional seniors,” said Mr Ayres.
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Tough new laws: Crackdown on drivers who toss smokes
T he State Government is introducing tougher laws to stop people from carelessly discarding their cigarette butts
on fi re ban days. Th e Rural Fire Service and local
residents are also being handed greater powers to conduct hazard reduction in an eff ort to curb the potential for dangerous fi res to break out.
“New laws will include two new off ences for littering involving cigarettes and matches. An aggravated off ence with a higher penalty will apply when littering occurs on days where a total fi re ban is in place,” explained Emergency Services Minister, Michael Gallacher.
“Th e Bill also makes provisions to ensure police and enforcement offi c ers can issue penalty notices for these
off ences which carry fi nes of $330 and $660 for the aggravated off ence.”
Th e RFS Commissioner will now have the power to carry out hazard reduction on land without the consent of the owner, after reasonable attempts to contact the landowner have failed.
Often, hazard reduction is delayed in key areas because consent has not been granted, posing a risk to other members in the community.
“Th e NSW Government wants to ensure our emergency services workers can do what they need to do to protect lives and property and will continue to remove any barriers that hinder or delay their responses,” Minister Gallacher said.
It will also be easier for homeowners to manage fi re risks on their properties with new rules being developed to allow trees to be cleared from around homes in bushfi re prone areas without a permit.
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A University of Western Sydney (UWS) plan to cut the amount of ‘fl ex leave’ hours available to staff in half has prompted Union
members to petition against the plan.‘Flex leave’ is a privilege enjoyed by
staff , allowing them to take any two days per month off , in return for additional hours worked on other days.
Th e ‘fl ex leave’ arrangements are currently being discussed as part of enterprise bargaining and the University has proposed a reduction of hours from 14 to seven, or only one day off per month as opposed to two.
“‘Flex leave’ is very important to us. I am a widow and access to my ‘fl ex leave’ when my husband was sick was really helpful. Knowing that I could take time off when I needed it was nice,” said UWS Community and Public Sector Union (CPSU) Vice President, Lorraine Fordham, who has been working at the administration offi c e at Kingswood for over 22 years.
“[Reducing ‘fl ex leave’ hours] could have quite a big impact. Many staff members have young families or are carers and need their fl ex t ime.”
Enterprise bargaining is the negotiation of working conditions between the UWS CPSU and UWS, in order to come to an agreement suitable to all.
One agreement lasts around three years and as ‘fl ex leave’ is the “most important” item on the agenda this year, according to the Union members, staff have chosen to
petition to ensure their message is heard loud and clear during the process.
“Our members have been coming to us and telling us that their ‘fl ex leave’ is really important to them,” Ms Fordham said.
“We are trying to maintain the current working conditions for them and we hope
the issue can be resolved.” A spokesperson for UWS said that they
remain committed to providing staff with fl exible working hours.
“‘Flex leave’ will remain an important part of these fl exible options for staff , however the University would like to
ensure the management and provision of this leave is consistent across the University,” a UWS spokesperson said.
“It is important we consider the feedback from supervisors that managing ‘fl ex leave’ can be challenging, especially in small teams.”
UWS, staff on collision courseUniversity staff angry over new plan to cut ‘fl ex leave’ hours in half
KATHERINE TWEED
Staff from the University of Western Sydney are unhappy with plans to reduce their ‘fl ex leave’. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Q ueen Street’s past, present and future has been put on display in the voices, writing and images of St Marys’ own
residents. Th e photos and stories of over 100 St
Marys locals, of diff erent ages and cultural backgrounds, were displayed at Memorial Hall last week as part of the ‘Faces of St Marys’ exhibition.
Faces of St Marys was this year’s Queen Street Riches and Textures project, a cultural initiative designed by Penrith City Council’s St Marys Corner to engage the community in creative conversations about the iconic main street.
Sydney photographer Chris Peken was invited to take part in the 10-week project, photographing the area’s residents and mentoring local TAFE students in the process.
“Arts is a really important part of the community. It is important in that it enriches the community... it creates a dialogue with the community,” he said at the exhibition opening on Wednesday, November 20.
Attending the opening were the people depicted in the black and white portraits taken by Mr Peken, along with their family and friends.
“What I want you to see is something that represents the St Marys community,” Mr Peken said.
“In all of those faces, the diff erent ages, the diff erent colours, the diff erent
genders, the diff erent species, everyone should see something.
“Even the people who haven’t been photographed, the other people that
come in, any random person in the community should come in and say ‘I look around in this room, this is representative of St Marys’.”
The faces of St MarysPhotographs tell the story of a suburb’s diverse culture
KATHERINE TWEED
Some of the photographs displayed at the Faces of St Marys exhibition.
Penrith Valley residents are invited to get into the Christmas spirit at Bunnings Warehouse North Penrith with a free Christmas Family Night on Th u rsday, December 5.
Th ere will be plenty of Christmas fun for the whole family to enjoy with a ‘Santa’s Little Helper’ Kids D.I.Y. Workshop as well as an appearance by Santa Claus.
Bunnings Warehouse North Penrith will also make Christmas preparations easier for Penrith residents by providing a gift wrapping service on the night.
Bunnings Warehouse North Penrith Complex Manager, Kate Cordrey, said the free activities will delight everyone.
“At our Christmas Family Night, kids can enjoy a creative workshop while parents stock up on everything they need to get organised for the festive season,” Ms Cordrey said.
Do you know an extraordinary woman? Nominations for the annual UWS Women of the West Awards are now open.
Th e Women of the West and Young Women of the West Awards were established by the University of Western Sydney to recognise the signifi c ant contributions of women from the Greater Western Sydney region.
“Th e University established the awards to show our appreciation for the many, often unsung, women in our local communities who are helping to change people’s lives for the better,” said UWS Vice-Chancellor Professor Janice Reid.
For more information visit www.uws.edu.au/womenofthewest.
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M embers from Cambridge Park, Emu Plains, Penrith and Mount Druitt Lions Clubs met together on Monday evening
to hear from some of Penrith’s most caring people, who dedicate their lives to helping sick children and their families.
Glenmore Park businessman Kevin Robinson shared his passion and vision for Little Wings, a charity organisation he founded in 2011.
Little Wings supports the Oncology Ward at Th e Children’s Hospital, Westmead; fl ying children who live in rural and regional NSW to and from treatment, cutting out days of travel time and allowing families to stay together for longer.
“We are aiming to remove the barrier of long distance travel for families. Whilst a lot of what we do is about helping families, we’re actually seeing medical benefi ts as well,” Mr Robinson said.
“After you do something like this and you help a few families and see a few of those kids, it draws you in.”
Th rough Lions Club members, the organisation has secured the support of Hyundai, which donated a van for Little Wings’ use.
On Monday night, Cambridge Park Lions Club donated $2,000 to the organisation to assist with fuelling costs of the organisation’s two aeroplanes.
Nepean Hospital Children’s Ward staff , Shannan Waddups and Kathie Barry
accepted a donation of two television units from Cambridge Park Lions Club on the same evening, which will be used at the hospital.
“We’ve been trying to build our environment around the hospital to make it a little bit nicer to stay there,” Ms Barry said.
“Unfortunately the reality is that kids get sick... We really need to look at creative ways of giving children of this area top care and safe care.”
Community roars with thanksInspirational night as Lions Club members hear from local area’s true angels
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A lmost every day of the week, Penrith Bowling Club’s greens are full of seasoned bowlers, rolling their bowls this way and
that, up and down the green. It may seem like a game of luck but
bowls is actually a highly technical game requiring a good deal of mind and memory power from each player – well, each player that wants to win.
Having never stepped foot on a bowling green before, to stand in front of a group of men with 20-something years of experience was daunting, at the least for the Western Weekender team, who had a bowling lesson from columnist Mick Gilfoyle on Tuesday this week.
“See that little kiddy, the jack, right down there,” Mr Gilfoyle said, pointing toward the opposite end of the green.
“Th e idea is to get as close to that as you can.”
Easy enough, we thought, until he dropped a bombshell: “Th e thing is, these bowls are funny because they don’t go straight of course”.
Bowls are built with a special weight in one side, marked with a small circle, causing them to arc when bowled down the green.
“If they went straight ahead it would be ten pin bowling wouldn’t it? Th ere’s no skill,” Mr Gilfoyle said.
“Every time you get on the mat, you have to think. Th is is a mind game.”
After our fi rst few tries, it became clear
that the mental part of the game is the most important – particularly the memory.
“Each time you step on the mat you have to remember what you do so that the next time you can either put a little bit of weight on, take a little bit more grass or make adjustments as you are required,” Mr Gilfoyle said.
In addition to remembering the details of every bowl, part of the skill comes from reading the conditions of the green – the length of the lawn can impact the speed at which the bowl travels – and adjusting your technique accordingly.
Mr Gilfoyle himself is a senior with more than 30 years of experience, just like the
majority of bowlers at Penrith Bowling Club on Tuesday afternoons.
“It keeps seniors from sitting on the sofa, doing nothing. 90 per cent of the men here, their wives play too,” he said.
Bowls can be played by all ages, socially and at competition levels as well.
Bowls news: See page 74.
Tricky sport bowls us overWeekender challenge: We try our hand at lawn bowls – and no, it’s not that easy!
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Mick Gilfoyle teaches Katherine Tweed the art of lawn bowls. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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O steoporosis is a common condition aff ecting over a million Australians but after four years of investigation, a
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Osteoporosis causes bones to become fragile leading to a high risk of fractures. Th ere are many current treatment options for suff erers, including hormone replacement therapy, tablets and injections, however the researchers from the Ageing Bone Research Program have discovered a new treatment that is easily
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“It’s a major step in the development of a completely new type of medication for osteoporosis,” lead researcher Professor Gustavo Duque said.
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Professor Duque said the team had patented the compound and will expand their trials to humans in the near future in a bid to address diagnosis rates.
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F or a carefree holiday and homecoming, what you do before you leave home can be as important as what you do when
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I t was interesting to read the current dispute between Kyle Sandilands and Jackie Henderson (Jackie O) and Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) over the offi c ial Kyle and Jackie O Facebook page.
SCA is determined to retain control of the page, with an eye to rebranding the page with the new on-air breakfast team starting next year.
Sandilands and Henderson, meanwhile, feel they have the right to take those followers with them to their new station. According to the Daily Telegraph, both parties will appeal to Facebook HQ for a decision.
Whose side we are on is another matter, but that is where I want to cut into the story. Now for most businesses, they don’t have anywhere close to the 195,000 fans that Kyle and Jackie O’s page does but it does present a good lesson to business owners who allow younger staff members to start up and manage their Facebook page.
Whilst it is great that you have staff members so keen to do their bit in promoting your business online, it is important for you as the business owner to also maintain an element of control.
In the Kyle and Jackie O case, it is understood a staff er who is also an administrator of the page changed the privacy settings to limit Kyle and Jackie O’s involvement.
In a business case like yours, what happens if a staff er leaves on bad terms and shuts your page down? It could mean time and energy wasted. Seek advice when starting up an account. Th e keys here are to have a few administrators on your social media accounts.
Social warning
V ulnerability is the birthplace of creativity, innovation and change, Dr Brene Brown said.What a challenging statement! Most female business owners are attempting to project an
image of strength and confi dence, so how does this statement stand alongside that? Surely with our staff we do not want to be ‘vulnerable’ – is that not a sign of weakness?
We need to fi rst look at what vulnerability means. In this context, Brene Brown is referring to being open, honest and transparent (rather than possibly our typical defi nition that relates more to ‘weakness’). Anyone who studies culture and people (or if you have been around the block enough times) will likely agree that showing your ‘true self’ (including areas you are not proud of, or mistakes you have made) gives people the opportunity to relate to each other in a real and meaningful way.
Projecting an image of perfection does not inspire collaboration or a sense of community in your workplace or team. In fact, it can have the opposite eff ect: behaving as though there are never problems or that you are not bothered by anything will make you seem like you don’t care and that you can’t understand what your team is experiencing.
Attainment of your business goals will be best achieved when your team can see that you are indeed human – and humans sometimes fail or falter. Recognising and embracing this fact means that you and your team can be prepared for mistakes and thinking creatively in times of crisis will be easier.
Vulnerability
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Bijai Kumar is the CEO of the Penrith Business Alliance
T he Penrith Health and Education Precinct (PHEP) is the fl agship initiative of the PBA, chosen as a priority because of its demonstrable impact on job creation.
It is estimated that one third of new jobs in Penrith will arise from the health, social assistance and education sectors and planning for PHEP is therefore critical to the growth of Penrith as a regional city linked to more high quality local jobs.
Between 2006 and 2011, some 5,900 jobs were created in Penrith with 34 per cent of these jobs in the health and education sector. Th is is in line with the national trend with health and social services now contributing more to job creation that retail, which has dominated the jobs markets for many years.
In 2010 PBA established an expert Taskforce chaired by well known local businessmen Greg Allchin to help plan for the development of PHEP in partnership with all key players in the Precinct (the two hospitals, Sydney University Medical School, UWS, TAFE and others), Council, state government agencies and PBA.
As a result of our eff orts PHEP is now listed in the Sydney Metro Strategy as a potential specialised centre and we expect further announcements on service and infrastructure provision to PHEP in the next rendition of the Metro Strategy early next year.
While the Taskforce has been meeting regularly a key workshop next Monday facilitated by well known identity, Prof Ed Blakely will reassess plans for PHEP and identify key medium and long term priorities.
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T hese days, Christmas shopping can be as easy as the click of a button and can take less than half an hour, without requiring you to
move from the comfort of your lounge room or study.
Th e convenient and time-effi c ient nature that Internet shopping provides is drawing more and more people in, especially during the Christmas period.
Anything from gift buying to party-wear purchasing can be done over the Internet and research has shown that 85 per cent of Australians are doing it.
Th e Western Weekender this week spoke with local shoppers in an attempt fi nd out where they stand on Internet shopping, discovering that over 50 per cent of those we spoke to are regular Internet shoppers and those who don’t do it regularly, don’t do it at all.
“I don’t have time to shop in the shops. I Internet shop all the time. It is convenient and I often fi nd I can get some really good deals. I don’t have to have cash on me either – it all goes through the credit card. It is just really easy,” said one Glenmore Park shopper.
“I have never shopped online and I don’t believe that I will ever shop online,” said another, from Kingswood.
Every person spoken to by the Weekender agreed that Internet shopping is increasing and that local stores are in jeopardy, with some fl atly refusing to shop online in a bid to help out small businesses
in Penrith.Lenore’s Boutique in Riley Street has an
online component to the business but according to owner, Lenore McGuinness, there is no way to compete with online-only stores.
“Independent boutiques and stores are never going to be able to compete with large online stores. Th e smaller stores need to focus on their personality in order to compete,” she said.
“Th e public needs to realise that if we don’t support our local retailers, our young
kids are not going to have a job. Th ere will just be big factories with just fi ve workers packing things into boxes as opposed to 10 small stores in town.”
According to NAB research, Australian online retail sales rose to $14.1 billion in the year to July 2013, which is equivalent to just over six per cent of our total retail expenditure.
Although online shopping is on the rise, the majority of shopping is still being carried out in “bricks and mortar” stores – by four out of fi ve Australians.
An online revolutionAre locals turning to the web for their Christmas shopping?
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Gay Allam from Lenore’s Boutique. Photo: Melinda Jane.
Debbie O’Connor Glenmore Park “I have been Internet shopping for the last three years, it’s a time saver as well. I
don’t have time; I work and I have kids so I don’t have time to go to the shops especially on my own. Christmas is even better because I am South African and all my family is in South Africa so I can purchase online and get it delivered straight there.”
Flavia Pellegrino, Kingswood“I don’t like to shop online because
you are taking other people’s jobs away and shops will close. Online shopping is getting bigger but what about these little
people – there won’t be work for anyone. We have to think about these little shops.”
Ryan Clarke, Penrith “I have pretty much fi nished my Christmas shopping. I am a little embarrassed but I am not that good
on a computer and plus I don’t like to give my bank details over the Internet so I just steer clear of it completely.”
What local shoppers said
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A s local seniors continue to embrace technology, more and more smartphone app developers are starting to take notice.
According to a recent survey, people over the age of 55 are snapping up smartphones faster than any other age group.
Th ere are hundreds of apps out there dedicated to seniors and we’re going to let you in on fi ve of the best.
1. iTriage – Created by two Emergency Room doctors, this app helps you quickly fi g ure out if those symptoms you are having are caused by a medical condition and if you need treatment. If so, iTriage fi nds the nearest hospital, emergency room, urgent care facility, pharmacy and more and then
provides maps and directions. iTriage is free and works with Apple and Android devices.
2. RxmindMe Prescription – Th is app makes it easy to remember to take your medication with reminders that are simple to set up and fl exible. Another great feature of the app is Prescription Quantity, which counts down the number of pills you have left so you know when it’s time for a refi ll. RxmindMe Prescription is free and works with Apple devices.
3. Skype – Th is app has been around for years and is the best when wanting to communicate with long distance friends or relatives. Skype allows you to make high quality video or voice-only calls to
anyone. It’s free if the person you’re calling also has Skype. It works with Apple and Android devices.
4. A Story Before Bed – Using a webcam, grandma or grandpa can read a story from the A Story Before Bed library and send the recording to the grandkids. Children can listen to the story over and over again while watching their grandparent read the book. A Story Before Bed is free and works with iPhone and iPad.
5. TuneIn Radio – Th is app lets you listen to the world’s radio with music, sports, news, talk and comedy streaming from every continent. You’ll never miss Alan Jones or Ray Hadley again. TuneIn Radio is free, working with Apple and Android phones.
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F or the over 65-year-olds, the question of how to stay in contact with friends and family when travelling is a good one. Many
fi nd the topic overwhelming with a wealth of phrases they don’t understand like ‘Wi-Fi’ or ‘hotspot’. And then there is the looming fear that the cost to stay connected while overseas could be outrageous.
Th ere are quite a few options out there but the most important thing is to know exactly where you are going fi rst – this will determine which option best suits your travels. Your electronic devices won’t do you much good if you can’t connect to the Internet or a mobile network.
Th e best way to prepare for using your mobile or laptop on your trip is to begin researching connectivity well before your departure date.
Mobile phone technology varies from country to country. You’ll want to check to see if your phone will work at your destination. If you own a ‘locked’ phone and plan to travel to Europe or Asia, you may wish to rent or buy a prepaid mobile in that country to use on your trip. Whichever option you choose, do not make the mistake of sending copious amounts of photos home via mobile phone; your bill is likely to be extremely high if you use it to send photos.
Here’s some options to consider:
Free Wi-Fi hotspotsTh is is the simplest and cheapest
option, but also the most limited. A hotspot is a location that off ers Internet access over a wireless local area network. Hotspots typically use Wi-Fi technology. You can connect to this free Internet using any Wi-Fi enabled device (most laptops, tablets and desktops with Wi-Fi adapters) and browse the web, check e-mail or do online tasks. It is important to note, Wi-Fi hotspots are not the most secure option for accessing online banking or other personal information.
AirCardsAirCards are an alternative to
relying on wireless Internet hotspots. An AirCard is a high speed wireless broadband card that gives users mobile Internet access on their laptops. Typically, AirCards only make fi na ncial sense for frequent travellers because you must purchase the AirCard, subscribe to a data plan – typically through a network company (Vodafone, Telstra, Optus etc) – and keep your usage at a reasonable level.
Unplug and go without:Th is isn’t an option for many people,
but for those who can it’s surprisingly nice to take some time where you don’t check e-mail, read Facebook or view the latest breaking news. Th is kind of Internet vacation can be a good way to unwind from the always-on world.
Travelling and staying connected
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W ith Seniors Week 2014 shaping up to be another big event, Penrith Council has decided to hand out over
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From March 16 to 23 next year, the focus will be on the area’s older citizens – including two concerts at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre and St Marys Corner Memorial Hall encouraging seniors to stay in touch and active in the community.
But of equal importance are smaller events and projects administered by Penrith organisations.
Nine projects will receive a share of $6,054 off ering activities from playdates and pictorial displays through to luncheons and school visits.
Penrith Women’s Health Centre has been given $1,200 for a project linking Llandilo seniors with students at Xavier College. Th e Chinese community in Llandilo will share personal testimonies and photos, which the students will then produce using graphic design skills as a presentation, pamphlets and posters.
Th e Seniors Ladies Train Travellers will celebrate the coming together of the oldest and youngest members of the Penrith community by visiting York Public School to partake in a number of activities with the students.
A colourful cultural celebration, the Enosis Greek Seniors Group St Marys will
be hosting a fantastic luncheon for people from Greek and Arabic backgrounds to learn more about each other’s cultures. Seniors will wear their cultural dresses and traditional food and dance will be shared.
For those interested in the history of St Marys, the St Marys and District Historical Society will create an exhibition entitled ‘Storm Clouds Gathering 1914’, a pictorial display covering the year 1914, the start of World War I, followed by a morning tea.
Members will dress up in period costume and seniors are especially invited to attend the event.
More information on all the great local events for Seniors Week 2014 will become available on Council’s website.
A week to celebrate seniorsPlenty of local events to be held in Seniors Week next year
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Penrith resident of 35 years Val Chalker is one unique character.
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Secondly, she owns three dogs and a pet galah which she’s had for an incredible 45 years.
“I feed my pet galah, Charlie, mash potato, dog biscuits and canned dog
food – he loves it,” Val said.Val is also a dedicated member of the
Penrith community, volunteering at a number of diff erent places to “earn her pension” as she puts it.
“I’ve been working at the Salvos store in Penrith since the day it opened, and for the last seven years I’ve been working at Nepean Hospital as a guide,” she said.
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CANCERCATCHER
T he launch of a new resource this week is hoped to improve the dire statistics of the incidence of lung cancer deaths in Australia.
Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in Australian men and women, with 10,000 people expected to be diagnosed this year; but the introduction of a Cancer Australia resource ‘What’s your cough telling you?’ is hoped to increase awareness of symptoms, reducing delays in diagnosis.
Th e resource, launched on Th u rsday, November 28 as part of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, provides Australians with clear and easily accessible information whilst addressing some of the common misconceptions about the disease.
“While tobacco smoking continues to be the largest single cause of lung cancer, it is important to remember the disease can occur in both smokers and non-smokers,” said Cancer Australia CEO, Professor Helen Zorbas (pictured).
“Th e symptoms of lung cancer can often be vague, making diagnosis more diffi c ult. Th e information contained in this new resource will help people identify the symptoms and encourage early medical assessment.”
Th ese symptoms can include a new cough that persists for over three weeks, a change in your cough, coughing up blood or a chest infection that doesn’t go away.
“Th ese symptoms may be due to other conditions, however it is important to see your
GP or healthcare worker to be sure,” Professor Zorbas said.
Th e release of the resource is hoped to encourage Australian men and women to recognise and act on any symptoms they may have to ensure that if it’s cancer, it’s caught early.
Encouraging Australians to recognise the symptoms of the disease has been just one of the focuses of Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Th e month has also been aimed at promoting the improved care and treatment of the disease as well as highlighting the issues faced by those diagnosed with lung cancer.
Th e new resource is expected to be available in your doctor’s waiting room however, is also available to be downloaded from www.canceraustralia.gov.au.
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OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22SCORPIO
APRIL 21 TO MAY 21TAURUS
APRIL 21 TO MAY 21GEMINI
NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21SAGITTARIUS
DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20CAPRICORN
JUNE 22 TO JULY 22CANCER
JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19AQUARIUS
JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23LEO
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AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23VIRGO
You’ve got a pile of work that needs to be done as soon as
possible but, with plenty of exciting activity in your communication zone, you’re preoccupied with talking, texting, tweeting, trading witty emails or fl irting with someone special. Be careful that light-hearted banter doesn’t degenerate into garrulous gossip. And single Librans – make sure the person you’ve got your eye on is actually available.
A bored and restless Ram is a recipe for trouble this week!
With the new moon, Uranus and Mercury all activating your adventure and education zone, you need to stimulate your mind via reading, writing, researching and stimulating conversation. Plus get involved in plenty of challenging physical activities (preferably in the great outdoors). On Sunday, strive to be proactive in partnerships.
If you combine inner resolve with outer confi dence, then
you’ll have a fabulous festive season. But don’t dwell on what might have been. Venus promises love, but you have to leave the past behind and be open to new ways of relating in the future. Moving onto fresh romantic pastures (in an old or new relationship) has you back in the saddle of love again. Giddy up Goats!
Th e focus is on health and fi tness over the festive season,
as the new moon wakes up your wellbeing zone. You could also revamp your daily routine or work schedule. One-to-one relationships blossom, as Venus provides plenty of opportunities for sharing good times with your nearest and dearest. Coupled Crabs, it’s time to up the romance factor and make your partner feel extra special.
It’s time to nurture your inner and outer resources Scorpio. If
your fi nances are in a mess, be proactive about sorting them out. If your self-esteem has taken a battering lately, then surround yourself with positive people who celebrate and encourage your talents. But beware making mountains out of molehills on Th ursday, when your obsessive tendencies could go into overdrive.
Th e new moon signals an exciting beginning involving
either lust or love. Perhaps a passionate new lover, a rejuvenated relationship, or a fabulous fi nancial partnership? Some lucky Bulls will benefi t from a generous gift, inheritance, superannuation payout or Christmas bonus. But true love won’t fl ourish unless you are prepared to face responsibilities and sort out your priorities.
You’ll be at your wild and wacky best, as the new moon
revs up your eccentricity zone. It’s also time to nurture friendships, plus follow up promising new contacts. Look for mates who encourage your talents and understand the unique Aquarian you are. Your motto for the moment is from birthday great Jim Morrison: “A friend is someone who gives you total freedom to be yourself”.
With the fi ery new moon energising your entertainment
and leisure zone, it’s a great time to organise a Christmas party, play sport, study, exercise or go horse-riding. Your creativity is also at an all-time high so tap into the artist within as you play music, paint, write, dance, act or sing up a storm! A fun and fl exible approach will help you sail through any challenges this week.
You’ve been running on empty but this week, the Sagittarian
new moon recharges your run-down batteries. Expect to be full of extra energy and enthusiasm as you power through pre-Christmas projects with gusto and ease. Tread carefully with a stressed family member, as it will be very easy to say the wrong thing at the wrong time! So aim to talk less and observe more.
Christmas romance is in the air! Some Twins will move into
a fulfi lling new phase of a long-term relationship, while others will meet their future partner. Joint ventures are also favoured, as you combine your creative talents with others and make beautiful music together. When it comes to work matters take the time to get your facts straight, otherwise you could end up in a real mess.
With the new moon visiting your career zone, have a long,
hard think about any professional adjustments and improvements you need to make in 2014. Th e more you communicate with work colleagues, the more rewards you’ll reap. But resist the temptation to be somewhat elastic with the truth on the weekend. You’ll fi nd that 100 per cent honesty is defi n itely the best policy.
Are you overwhelmed by all the jobs that need to be done
around your home? It’s the perfect week to hone your handyman/woman skills, as you tackle overdue DIY projects and get your place in ship-shape condition for the coming Christmas celebrations. But are you viewing a relative through rose-colored glasses? Clear and open communication is vital, otherwise you may be misled.
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Top three tips for good health?• Nut rition: For success in weight
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Feeling amazing and living longer to enjoy a healthy future with your loved ones. If you had a crystal ball and you could see what the future held would you invest more time looking after your health now?
What type of activity/exercise do you enjoy the most?
Strength Training – feeling strong. Dance Fitness – cardio happiness. Yoga – saying thank you to my body!
How do you stay motivated when it’s so easy to just ‘take it easy’?
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Th e future in health and fi tness starts with our children. Children learn what they live. We need to educate them on making the right nutrition choices and on the eff ects of preservatives, transfats, salt, refi ne d grains, corn syrup, chemicals and refi ned sugars have on the body. Children’s little organs need to work hard to detox their bodies of all the terrible things we are putting in.
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T he great thing about fashion is that it is inclusive of everyone; no matter where you are from, what sex you are, what you look like or how old you are, you can be and most certainly are a part of the fashion world.
You don’t have to follow the trends of the time or keep up with the latest fashion news – by simply buying and wearing clothes, you are contributing to fashion.
Th e sad thing is that often, fashion is thought to be relevant only to thin, pretty, twenty-something women, which is so far from the truth.
Just last week I was chatting with some over 55’s and one lovely woman expressed her disappointment with the fact that a mature aged model is hard to fi nd .
I took this as a challenge, scouring through magazines of all kinds and directed at all ages, fi nding that older models are almost nonexistent – except for one special feature in a high-end fashion shoot that I found.
Why this would be the case, I am not sure – just because you are ageing doesn’t mean you will stop caring about the things you love when you are younger. Plus, older people still wear clothes!
Th e misconception that fashion is only relevant to thin people is also ridiculous – all you have to do is take a look around where you shop and there are plus-size clothes and models everywhere.
Th ere are designers dedicated to creating sexy and practical clothes for curvy women.
I can see how people could come to the misconception though; it comes back to advertising. Th e same goes for the other misconception that I mentioned, about pretty women – have you ever seen an unattractive model? Plus, what about all the men?
It seems to me that most brands and stores are marketing to the minority – that being skinny, pretty women, as opposed to the rest of us. Maybe they realise that everyone, regardless of who we are, will buy clothes anyway and can’t be bothered changing the industry or, maybe they just haven’t discovered how much more they could sell if they marketed to the average man or woman.
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• FOR THE FIRST TIME REALLY NOTICED THE LACK OF OLDER PEOPLE IN ONE OF THE FASHION MAGAZINES I USUALLY BUY. I AM SURE THAT I WILL STILL BE READING THEM WHEN I AM OLDER – I WISH THEY KNEW THAT!
FASHION FIXATIONby Katherine Tweed
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JEWELLER ON DUTYby Matthew Ely
Matthew Ely is an award-winning jewellery designer based at York Jewellers in Westfi eld Penrith
N ot just a diamond, it’s now a PINK diamond!We welcomed pink diamonds into our store not
too long ago and the reception they have had, far surpassed our expectations.
Keeping this is mind; I included pink diamonds in my latest competition piece. I was recently commissioned by our pink diamond supplier, Pink Kimberly, to design and hand-make a piece as a joint entry in the Diamond Guild of Australia Awards. About six weeks ago, I found out I was a fi nalist, one of three in Australia for the category. Th e exciting, yet nerve-racking part is that we will fi nd out this week if we win. I will be sure to let you know how ‘Illoura’ fairs against the competition.
As I mentioned last week, pink has taken over the jewellery industry. Pink diamonds in particular, are the pinnacle of diamond jewellery. It is a mystery as to why pink diamonds are pink. Scientists have researched and still do not have the answer. It is a natural phenomenon that is constantly being investigated. We do know that they are part of the type IIa diamond group, which make up about 1-2 per cent of the world’s diamonds.
Th ese diamonds, titled “beyond rare” by Argyle, are just that. Pink diamonds comprise less than one tenth of one per cent of Argyle’s annual diamond production.
People are buying pink diamonds all over the world, for all sorts of reasons. Some just adore the idea of owning their piece of Australia, others for investment and then for love. By giving one of the rarest items in the world, you are symbolising your love in style!
Pink diamonds can be worth 50 times more than a white one of comparable quality and size, and often cannot be replaced. Having said this, we had our customers in mind when we introduced the pink diamond range into our store. Th e aim was to have pink diamonds available to all, at an aff ordable price.
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THE PHARMACIST SAYSby Martin Cominotto
Martin Cominotto, Pharmacist for Martin’s Chemist. Ph: 9673 1010. www.martinschemist.com.au
C holesterol is essential for our bodies to function correctly, but a balance of good and bad cholesterol in our body needs to be maintained. Th is can be a little
confusing and many people do not realise they need some types of cholesterol to maintain good health.
When someone tells me they have high cholesterol, I ask “What is your HDL and LDL cholesterol levels?” Th ey often don’t know. Th e y have been told their total cholesterol number, not the break-up of their cholesterols. HDL is the ‘good’ cholesterol and LDL is the ‘bad’ cholesterol and it’s important to know these two numbers. Th is helps get a clearer idea of your cholesterol levels and how they should be treated.
Cholesterol is simply a type of fat that is essential for our body’s processes. Our bodies convert fats in food into cholesterol which travel in the blood to where it is needed.
When bad cholesterol levels get too high, these build up in the arteries and block blood fl ow. Th i s can increase the chances of developing high blood pressure, cancer, heart attack, heart disease and stroke.
Eating too many foods high in trans fats and saturated fats is what mostly causes high levels of bad cholesterol. Trans fats are normally found in bakery products like pastries, cakes, pies and biscuits. Saturated fats come mainly from animal products like meat and eggs.
‘Good’ cholesterol comes mostly from eating good fats and is vital in maintaining good heart health.
You can reduce your amount of bad cholesterol by eating foods that are high in polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats, like fi sh, nuts and seeds.
Understanding cholesterol
W ell it’s that time of year again. We are getting some great storms and are coming up to the fi reworks season. Over the weekend, we saw many pets that were injured or came in lost
after our last bout of storms. Storm and noise phobia is one of the most distressing things that pet owners, their pets and vets can encounter.
A few years ago, a friend was moving overseas and asked if I could fi nd a new home for her beloved Chunk; a beautiful Pekinese dog. My great aunty was living alone at that time and was in need of a companion. A match was made in heaven. My aunt would call me after storms and fi reworks because Chunk was beside himself. I would tell her how important it is to treat noise phobias early and often.
My aunty was resistant to using drugs as she felt that they were overused in pets and people. She would hold her through these events. Slowly her fears worsened.
I received a call the other morning after a particularly severe storm, little Chunk had become particularly distressed and had stopped breathing. He had suff ered a severe heart attack. Chunk’s response to storms had worsened with time and cost him his life.
So for all those pets out there suff ering, we need to realise that storm and fi rework/noise phobias are emergencies. Th ey WILL worsen with time and exposure.
Treatment will not only help save lives, but also increase their quality. We have medications that will help reduce the fear. Th e sooner this disease is treated the better it will get with time.
Prevention is even better than treatment. When you get a new puppy it is best to downplay storms and fi re works and even make them “fun”. Pets will look to their owners for indications on how to react to noises, and so it is better to not react at all, like you are deaf.
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ANIMAL TALKby Nicole McMillan
Nicole McMillan, practice owner of Coreen Avenue Veterinary Clinic and the Western Sydney Cat Hospital
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P eople who start exercising late in life can still reap the benefi t of good health, a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine says.
Researchers tracked the health of nearly 3,500 people whose average age was 64, for more than eight years. People who already had a record of sustained and regular exercise, meaning vigorous activity at least once a week, boosted their likelihood of ‘healthy ageing’ sevenfold more than compared to people with a lifestyle of persistent inactivity.
‘Healthy ageing’ was rated by an absence of major diseases and disabilities, good mental health and the ability to maintain social connections.
Th e gain even among newcomers to exercise was roughly triple.
“Signifi cant health benefi ts were... seen among participants who became physically active relatively late in life,” the paper, released on Monday, said.
Without regular workouts, maximum aerobic power falls in men by up to half between the ages of 20 and 60.
Women begin to lose fi tness aged around 35, with aerobic power also falling by up to half by the age of 60.
Eventually, everyday activities become “intolerably fatiguing” for older men and women.
Another study they published found that relatively high-intensity aerobic exercise over a relatively long period of time reverses these losses and could boost maximal aerobic power by 25 per cent.
Long-term aerobic training can maintain or restore aerobic power in later life. Th e eff ect is the equivalent of turning back the biological clock for older people by up to 12 years.
Th e level of exertion should be enough to raise the heart rate to 120 beats a minute or higher, which includes a brisk walk and swimming.
It’s never too late
STAYING HEALTHY
David Stein, Owner & Manager of Fitec, Penrithwww.fi tec.com.au e:david@fi tec.com.au
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T he silly season is in full swing with only four weeks until Christmas. Th e shops are getting busier and if you’re anything like me you’ll be starting to panic about how
much shopping you still need to do.To save your hip pocket just remember to be
sensible with your purchases and don’t impulse buy. I’ve put together a few tips to help you with this:
• make a list and stick to it• have a budget for each gift and don’t stray from
the budget• plan your menu for Christmas lunch or dinner
and take a list with you when you hit the supermarket
• don’t shop in the supermarket when you’re hungry
• leave the kids at home when you go out to get those presents
• try to get into the shops early before the rushFor those functions you need to attend have a look
in your wardrobe and wear something you already have. Do you really need a new outfi t or shoes?
And remember you don’t have to accept every invitation to catch up. Constant Christmas functions can be costly and tiring!
Hope these tips help you with your Christmas shopping and celebrations.
Christmas rush!!!!!
I n the years leading up to the birth of Jesus, there was a great sense of expectation in ancient Israel. Th e people knew that God had promised to turn things around. Th e Bible tells us about Simeon, a man who “was
waiting for Israel to be saved”. When Simeon fi rst saw Jesus shortly after his birth, he knew that his wait was over. We read how when Simeon saw Jesus, he cried out to God in prayer, “With my own eyes I have seen your salvation.” Simeon knew that in sending Jesus, God had kept his promise. A new hope had been born; light and life had come to the world. Now at last, Simeon had peace!
All of us are waiting for something; for holidays, for school to fi nish, for life to take a turn for the better. Waiting for Christmas!
As we read these words from the Bible, we know that for so many of the things for which we wait, they will not bring the relief for which we were hoping. Holidays will come, but in a few short weeks we will be back at work! Th e rush of Christmas will be over, but the rush of something else will soon be here! While many people are waiting for something better, they miss the real life that is found in Jesus.
You don’t have to wait for Christmas Day to celebrate the birth of Jesus, the one who was born to save us, to give us peace and real hope. Today, you can look to Jesus and put your hope in him, and like Simeon, you too can know that your wait is over!
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VIEW FROM ABOVEby Rev John Lavender
Reverend John Lavender can be contacted via www.glenmorepark.anglican.asn.au
C hristmas is coming, whether we are ready or not – and many are not.
One common theme at holiday times is that people have looked forward to getting the time
off , they are going to enjoy this time no matter what. Th e n the days off arrive and guess what? Th ey get sick!
Ask any teacher, any busy business person or executive. It happens with monotonous regularity. Why should this be you ask?
Th e simple answer is that your faithful servant, your unconscious or sub-conscious mind, that runs your body, has been programmed by you to understand that when you are working you cannot aff ord to be sick – too busy – too much to do – can’t aff ord to lose the job. Th erefore you get away with all sorts of health damaging behaviours such as poor sleep, late nights, too much alcohol, stress of all kinds. Yes, you get away with these for a while because your subconscious knows that there is coming a time when you will not have to work, a time called holiday, and when holiday time comes you don’t have to work so the penalty for unhealthy behaviour is paid.
If you want to have a great holiday break, see your naturopath and start now on supporting your health.
• Get adequate sleep.• Start taking a high quality multivitamin and get at
least 2,000mg quality vitamin C.• Get off the fast foods and packaged meals and get
into lots of vegetables; lightly cooked or raw.• Get a moderate amount of exercise.• Take something that will clean your lymph system
and improve your immune system and for goodness sake stop telling yourself you are not stressed and take something for stress (anyone who is breathing and not a Zen monk in a Himalayan temple IS STRESSED).
Holiday blues
NATURAL THERAPIESby John Miller-Crispe
John Miller-Crispe is a Senior Naturopath with Abundant Life & Health Naturopathic Clinic
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Contact Dukes Estate Agents Penrith on 4722 2626 or Emu Plains on 4735 6600 • www.dukesestateagents.com.au
Positioned opposite Victoria Park on a substantial 3,718 sqm estate, ‘Mimosa’ c1894 is a heritage listed, Victorian Italianate mansion, registered with the National Trust. It was built for Master Tanner Andrew Th ompson and retains the original grandeur and elegance of its rich history. First time off ered in over 60 years, it presents an once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a local landmark.
Grandly proportioned, the home features spaces for both relaxing and entertaining including a casual family room and a magnifi cent dining room with large plaster ceiling rose. Meticulously maintained throughout, it includes a host of period details and original furniture including several marble fi replaces, soaring 15 foot ceilings and a stained glass window wall with hand painted sports scenes that leads to a billiards room.
With only two owners since completion and no structural changes to the home throughout, it includes a self-contained (servant’s) wing with three bedrooms. Th ere is a parlor, modern Ilve gas kitchen and breakfast room plus six large bedrooms and a home offi c e. Th e property is embraced by beautiful gardens and fencing and includes an outdoor entertaining with barbecue and a swimming pool.
Th e home is set on a large block with the ability to further develop (STCA), while additional features include excellent storage space, triple lock-up parking and a cellar. Exuding a relaxed country ambiance, this truly remarkable home is perfectly placed close to shops and schools and only moments from transport and the M4. Call Craig Caughlan on 0406 358 885 to book your exclusive inspection.
Stately Family Residence Of Original Splendor
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Contact Melinda Williams at Michael Ball Realty Penrith on0419 998 509 or 4732 2888 • www.mbrrealty.com.au
Contact Helen Fitzpatrick at Ray White Penrith on 0414 362 955 or 4732 3333 • www.raywhitepenrith.com
Beautifully presented three bedroom, double lockup carport in a great part of town. Close to all amenities, shops, parks and schools. Th is home comprises of an updated kitchen and bathroom, ceiling fans, a split system air conditioner and built in wardrobes to all. Th e backyard is a landscaped beauty with an outside pergola, and garden shed. Don’t wait too long or it will be gone, call now.
When Position Counts• Only 4 minutes drive to Penrith CBD• 1 ½ garage + carport, 560 sqm block• 2 toilets, formal lounge room, formal dining room• Near new kitchen + dishwasher & loads of cupboards• Spacious screened enclosure, 3 way bathroom
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The Paradise display home: 86 Bradley Street, Mulgoa RiseOpening Times: Saturday & Sunday: 9.30am to 5pm • Monday: 10am to 5pmTuesday and Wednesday: CLOSED • Thursday: 2pm to 5pm • Friday: 10am to 5pm Enquiries: 1300 146 637
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4.99 Acres Huge Backyard
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• Peaceful location• 5/6 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms• Polished fl oorboards throughout• Very spacious bedrooms• Family / rumpus room
• 641m2 block• Double gate side access• 2 living areas• Very modern kitchen• Split system air, plus ceiling fans• Awesome alfresco area
• Ducted a/c, gas cooking & dishwasher• 3 oversized bedrooms with built-in robes• Rumpus room upstairs• 2 bathrooms, 3 toilets• Current rent $465.00 per week• So close to schools & shopping centre
SaleOffers Over $780,000View By AppointmentHelen Fitzpatrick 0414 362 9554732 3333raywhitepenrith.com
Sale $469,950View Saturday 11.00-11.30amDavid Turner 0414 306 0404732 3333raywhitepenrith.com
SaleOffers Over $420,000View Saturday 1.00-1.30pmHelen Fitzpatrick 0414 362 9554732 3333raywhitepenrith.com
• 4 living areas, modern decor• 2 kitchens + a dishwasher• Generous sized bedrooms • 3 split system air conds.• Beautifully landscaped backyard + 2 sheds• Faultless presentation throughout
• 16.5HP Carrier ducted air 2011• Double glazed 12mm argon fi lled windows throughout • Spotted gum polished timber fl oors throughout• Wrap around spotted gum timber veranda’s & s/s rails• 3.2 meters high ceilings• All set on 4041m2 block
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• single storey brick home – fully fenced & secure• 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 car garage & 1 car off-street• main bedroom with built-ins & ensuite• open kitchen with views to rear garden• two separate living areas• internal laundry & garage access• outdoor entertaining | BBQ area• landscaped gardens• garden shed
This wonderful family home is of impeccable quality & ready for a new family. Built in 2007 & having recently undergone a cosmetic renovation, this property has a north | south aspect, allowing loads of natural light to fi lter through the home. There are two living areas plus dining, a large laundry – allowing access to the rear yard & the lock-up garage & three spacious bedrooms. The kitchen has the latest appliances & is wonderfully designed for many fi ne meals to be cooked for the family. The sunny rear yard boasts a paved courtyard which is shaded for entertaining & enjoying a BBQ + there is plenty of grass for the kids to play. The home is fully fenced & has low maintenance landscaped gardens.The property has side access around the house & has solar power for energy & water heating. This property is close to local shops, schools & public transport.
• 3 great size bedrooms + separate study • formal lounge room + huge family room • renovated kitchen + dishwasher + ample
storage • updated bathroom + 2 toilet + polished timber
fl oor boards • split system a|c + wood fi re place + spacious
undercover veranda • undercover | secure parking + garage + large
storage shed + water tank + solar panels • backing onto parklands + side access + close
proximity to schools, transport & shops
This is an outstanding opportunity to secure an exceptionally, well presented home that offers versatility, location and space. Featuring, updated bathroom and kitchen, separate study, very generous living areas, ample undercover parking and storage that all motor buffs will love. With a fabulous location and backing onto parklands what more could you ask for.
• 3 bedrooms - 2 with built-ins + utility | study room • master bedroom with fully renovated ensuite + bay
window • formal lounge & dining rooms + separate family room • galley style kitchen + dishwasher + breakfast bar + gas
cooktop • large internal laundry + split system a|c + separate
toilet + gas heating + alarm • single garage + internal access + drive thru access +
fully landscaped gardens front | rear • large concrete entertainment area + side access +
above ground pool • detached colour bond garage | workshop | offi ce +
fully lined + kitchenette + offi ce + toilet • possible granny fl at (STCA)
Defi ned by its fl exible fl oor plan, light fi lled interiors and stunning rear aspect, this spacious single level home boast, multiple living areas, large block and immaculate presentation throughout. With side access, detached colourbond (fully lined with kitchenette and toilet) garage which could be used for numerous activities, above ground pool, views to Blue Mountains and so much more.
For Sale: offers over $395,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: offers over $429,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: offers over $519,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
CAMBRIDGE PARKA Wonderful Family Home
CAMBRIDGE PARKThis Place Has Everything
GLENMORE PARKExceptional
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• picturesque 5 acres of land surrounded by stunning properties
• potential to build a dream home with plans approved
• massive shed (24m x 24m) with a fully self contained cottage (inside)
• stables + paddocks + storage + lunging yard• gorgeous property and great locality being
close to local shops and only 15mins (approximately) to Penrith
Attention tradies & horse lovers! This is the property for you. Everything is set up and ready for you and your horses to live in luxury. Approved plans to build magnifi cent home if wanted and required. The shed has a fully self contained home inside it with 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, living areas and air conditioning, along with this there are the stables, lunging yard and plenty of additional storage. Call today for your exclusive viewing!
For Sale: expressions of interestView: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
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gorgeous contemporary home • fabulous peaceful & quiet location
Enjoy perfect privacy and seclusion, this blank canvass offers truly a unique opportunity, occupying a total of 1,359.5m2 approx of sublime land, surrounded by native bushland with views you will love. To fi nd out more information call Dukes Estate Agents today.
For Sale: offers over $250,000
Penrith: 4722 2626
Emu Plains: 4735 6600
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• 3 good size bedrooms all with built-ins• combined family + dining fl oor plan• spacious kitchen + stone benchtops +
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access + remote door• 2 villas with single lock up garage + single
carport & 1 villa with double lock up garage• r|c ducted air conditioning + fl oating
timber fl oors (main living areas) + carpet to bedrooms
• private courtyards + low maintenance lifestyle + quiet location + due for completion early 2014
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac location, within minutes to Lennox shopping centre, transport and M4 Motorway. Situated in a small complex of only 3, these off the plan single level villas are ideal for low maintenance living. Due for completion in early 2014, we recommend that you get in early to secure your future today.
For Sale: offers over $419,000View: fl oor plan onlineEmu Plains: 4735 6600 Penrith: 4722 2626
EMU PLAINSLocation + Brand New + Lifestyle = Perfect
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• house has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom (+ a 2nd toilet) & parking for 4 cars• kitchen & breakfast room combined• large lounge | living area• study nook • sunroom entry• internal laundry• large covered entertaining & BBQ area• carport for 2 cars & off-street parking for more• garden shed
Situated in Cambridge Gardens & close to local shops, schools & public transport, this neat four bedroom home is perfect for a family or investor. The home is fantastic value and ready for a cosmetic renovation. The rear yard is fenced for the kids safety & is a great place to entertain family & friends. The street is very family friendly with a close knit community spirit. Be quick as this property won’t last!
• 4 double bedrooms - all with built-ins • huge master bedroom with fi tted walk-in & fabulous ensuite • exquisite formal entry + study | utility room + huge gym room• gourmet kitchen + stone bench-tops + dishwasher + external server • informal dining + family room + upstairs rumpus | custom theatre room• double garage + remote garage door + drive thru access to rear yard• undercover entertainment area + fully landscaped yards front | rear +
garden shed
A statement in style, this architecturally designed home positioned in one of Penrith’s leading streets is a property the entire family will love. This stunning family home with prestigious inclusions throughout is one not to be missed. If you are looking for a magnifi cent home in a leading street, then look no further. Call today to book your exclusive inspection with Dukes Estate Agents.
• 4 great size bedrooms – 3 with built-ins • formal entry + separate dining + huge family | rumpus room • gorgeous renovated kitchen + stone bench tops + dishwasher +
breakfast bar + ample storage • updated bathroom (fl oor to ceiling tiles) + high set ceilings + ornate
cornices • renovated laundry + 2nd toilet + spit system a|c + wood fi re place • side access + under cover entertainment | parking + double garage
+ huge timber decking
A fusion of ambient federation charm and modern updates, this magnifi cent enchanting 4 bedroom cottage is nestled on a 594m2 approx. of private level lawns, fully fenced with an easterly aspect and short stroll to shops, transport and local schools. With all the hard work completed by the long term owners, you can sit back and enjoy this fabulous property.
For Sale: offers over $375,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: expressions of interestView: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: offers over $419,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
CAMBRIDGE GARDENSA Family Friendly Home
PENRITHYou Will Love This
COLYTONFully Renovated – 4 Bedroom Home
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• 4 double bedrooms all with built-ins or walk-in robes & ensuites • gorgeous ultra-contemporary kitchen (Polyurethane doors + stone bench tops)
Miele appliances + dishwasher + walk-in pantry • large open plan family & meals area (down stairs) + ample storage • upstairs living area with undercover entertainment area (glass balustrade) +
kitchenette • massive wine cellar + r|c ducted air conditioning + ducted vacuum + alarm
system • spacious double garage + internal access + remote panel lift door • fully landscaped gardens + river access + storage water tanks (grey water)
Created to provide a superb family sanctuary, this designer street to waterfront residence makes a statement in luxury living in a prized location offering exceptional space and style. Offering an abundance of A1 quality inclusions that you would fi nd in award winning homes, call today to book your exclusive inspection.
For Sale: offers over $1,090,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
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• 5 double bedrooms all with built in robes• master with gorgeous ensuite and walk in robe• sunken formal lounge and dining rooms• huge gourmet kitchen with granite benches and quality appliances • large separate informal living areas • fl exible fl oor plan for in laws or home offi ce• ducted reverse cycle air conditioning • high set ceilings and quality fl ooring throughout• oversized triple garage and separate out building • sensational views over Penrith and to the mountains• gorgeous park like grounds and established gardens
Commanding the high side of a beautiful street sits this stunning family residence. Positioned on an acre and a quarter this home offers the size, style and elegance one could only wish for. Offering 5 double bedrooms, multiple formal and informal living spaces, gourmet kitchen with quality appliances, 4 family sized bathrooms and an easy fi t fl oor plan for in law accommodation or home offi ce. Quality inclusions throughout, ducted air conditioning, high set ceilings are just a few luxuries this property boasts. This property is truly a rare offering and an opportunity not to be missed. Please call to arrange your exclusive viewing.
• 4 large bedrooms all with built-ins • master bedroom with spacious ensuite (double vanity) + corner bath + walk-in
robe + parents retreat • formal lounge & separate study rooms + huge family room + powder room
(downstairs) • upmarket kitchen + caesar stone bench tops + stainless steel appliances (gas)
+ dishwasher + glass splash backs • formal entry + porcelain tiles + r|c ducted air conditioning + ducted vacuum +
video intercom • upstairs rumpus room + balcony (stainless steel handrail) + timber blinds
throughout • double garage + internal access + drive thru access + remote panel lift door • double concrete driveway + fully landscaped grounds + concrete entertaining
area + terracotta roof tiles
This gorgeous family home “CLAREDON PARKLANE” has exceptional quality throughout. Starting with the contemporary colour scheme, fl exible fl oor plan and the very, very best location. If you are looking for a property with low maintenance that will be suitable for your busy lifestyle then this property is a MUST SEE.
• 6 bedrooms all with built-ins + separate study & separate offi ce • master bedroom with renovated ensuite + walk-in robe• formal entry + formal lounge | theatre room + spacious family | meals & kitchen area + powder
room (3rd bathroom) • gorgeous renovated gourmet kitchen + 60mm stone bench tops + breakfast bar + dishwasher
+ induction cooking (Blanco) + huge walk-in pantry • clever storage rooms + r|c ducted air conditioning + ceramic tiled fl oors + ducted vacuum +
gas bayonet • renovated main bathroom (double vanities) + internal laundry + double garage + curb driveway
+ paths • massive undercover entertainment area (gable roof) + ceiling fans + sink area • in ground pool + pool house + bathroom facilities + shade sail + private setting + tennis court
+ lights • detached colour bond shed | workshop | storage 18 metres (width) x 9 metres (length) x 3.6
metres (height) + 3 phase power + alarm + side access
An ultra- contemporary property which has been reinvented to offer luxury lifestyle of exquisite quality and impressive proportions. With no expense spared, this is a family residence of exception pedigree. Orientated to maximise the sun of a rear northern aspect, the clean contemporary lines emphasise a seamless interplay of natural light and fl owing space. A superior residence that boasts tennis court, pool house + pool and enormous shedding. This is a property that the entire family will absolutely love. CALL TODAY TO BOOK YOUR EXCLUSIVE INSPECTION.
• 4 bedrooms + 2 with ensuites + 2 with walk-in robes • formal lounge | living + open plan kitchen | dining & family with bi-fold doors • gorgeous gourmet style kitchen + stone bench tops + commercial grade oven
+ dishwasher + breakfast bar + glass splash backs • fabulous undercover entertaining + ample storage + double garage + internal
access + remote panel lift door • high set ceilings + ornate cornices + r|c ducted air conditioning + ceramic tiles
throughout + new carpet + freshly painted + plantation shutters • in ground swimming pool + private setting + fully landscaped gardens +
cobble stone front drive
Situated in a popular locale, this exceptional family home embraces classic modern elegance for relaxed living and entertaining. Offering stylish interiors and private rear setting with sun washed level lawns. The stylish simplicity from master builder ZAC homes and innovative design with exemplary fi nishes, creates a spacious residence that all the family will LOVE. Book your exclusive viewing today.
For Sale: offers over $1,475,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: offers over $999,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: offers over $999,000View: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
For Sale: expressions of interestView: fl oor plan onlinePenrith: 4722 2626 Emu Plains: 4735 6600
ORCHARD HILLSStunning Family Residence
PENRITHLocation, Size & Quality = Lifestyle
CRANEBROOKResort Style Living
PENRITHThe Ultimate Lifestyle
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4733 699930 Mulgoa RoadRegentville NSW 2745
Glenbrook
4739 11115 Wascoe StreetGlenbrook NSW 2773
Springwood
4751 88887 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777
Blaxland
4739 8800134D Great Western HwyBlaxland NSW 2774
Penrith429 High StreetPenrith NSW 2750
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Cranebrook
4730 1122Shop 9 Borrowdale WayCranebrook NSW 2749
Emu Plains
4735 2121Lennox CentreEmu Plains NSW 2750
Emu Plains
4735 888891 Great Western HwyEmu Plains NSW 2750
GLENMORE PARK $604,990OFF THE PLAN – EXCLUSIVE TO JIM AITKEN & PARTNERSSituated in a prime Glenmore Park location is this opportunity to purchase this Liberty Regent off the plan. Built by Edgewater Homes you can rest assured that you are in great hands with one of the areas premier builders. Featuring a fl oor plan of approx. 26 squares consisting of four bedrooms, all with built-ins, ensuite to the main, two living areas, an alfresco entertaining area, ducted air, walk-in butlers pantry, double garage and so much more. With a display home available for inspection at Harrington Park (by appointment) buying off the plan has never been so easy.
REGENTVILLE OFFERS OVER $949,000AMAZING HOME, AMAZING VALUE!What about a splash in the pool? Relax in the spa? DIY in the workshop? This home has something for everyone. You will be the envy of your friends by taking up the opportunity to move into this prestigious address. Planned to make the most of the 2326sqm (approx.) level block the main residence has been designed with family living in mind. Featuring four spacious bedrooms, ensuite and walk in to main, parents retreat, formal lounge beneath cathedral ceilings, formal dining, beautifully appointed timber kitchen with stone bench tops with near new stainless steel appliances and walk in pantry. Three well-planned bathrooms inside the home total four on the property. Entertain in the games room or outdoors with seamless under cover comfort overlooking the inground salt water swimming pool and grand slam tennis court. Retreat to the separate spa room, offi ce and wash room or spend all your spare time in the massive workshop with large mezzanine. Car accommodation for eight cars or use the extra space to make the most of your hobby.
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4733 699930 Mulgoa RoadRegentville NSW 2745
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Springwood
4751 88887 Great Western Highway Valley Heights NSW 2777
Blaxland
4739 8800134D Great Western HwyBlaxland NSW 2774
Penrith429 High StreetPenrith NSW 2750
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Cranebrook
4730 1122Shop 9 Borrowdale WayCranebrook NSW 2749
Emu Plains
4735 2121Lennox CentreEmu Plains NSW 2750
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AGNES BANKS OFFERS OVER $620,000STUNNING ACRES – CONVENIENT LOCALITYLocated approximately 20 minutes drives from Penrith are two opportunities to secure vacant. One block is just shy of fi ve acres in size with the second block just over fi ve acres. The general landscape appears reasonably level and will offer you and your family peaceful views with a care free lifestyle.
CRANEBROOK OFFERS OVER $649,950JUST OVER AN ACRE OF PRIME LANDThe block is just over an acre in size and offers a frontage of approximately 44m. The block has been registered and is ready for you to join forces with your architect to bring your dream to life. Call now to gain further information or book an appointment to experience the block fi rst hand.
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CRANEBROOK OFFERS OVER $359,950HOW SWEET IT IS!This home is a breath of fresh air with three bedrooms and built-in robes to all. Boasting tiled and carpeted fl oors it is maintained in excellent condition for the fi rst home buyer or investor. There is a formal lounge separate from the kitchen which is accompanied with its own dining area. The home has an enclosed sun room which can be used as a second living. The backyard is accessible by vehicle through the carport and is a great size. With loads of extras and being close to shops, schools and public transport it will be sought after so be sure not to miss this one.
CRANEBROOK OFFERS OVER $610,000SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLEThis wonderful home comes with the lot. There are four bedrooms, main with en-suite and walk in robe and built-in robes to all. This home is complemented with formal lounge and dining, kitchen plus second lounge area, study, powder room and children’s retreat upstairs. There is a double garage with internal access and remote control entry. The home has a landscaped pool and garden area. Centrally located to schools, shops and public transport don’t miss this opportunity, call now for your own private viewing.
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CASTLEREAGH OFFERS OVER $1,250,000ACREAGE - MOMENTS FROM CBDPositioned moments from Penrith’s CBD and industrial area is a wonderful parcel of land that contains a much loved family home. * Three bedrooms * Lounge/dining/family room * Huge rumpus room * Ducted air conditioning * Timber kitchen * Oversize double garage + workshop space * Six car carport * Approx 7530 sqm block * Easy access to Penrith Lakes. Call now to book an appointment. Where else can you obtain this much land so close to town?
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Glenmore Park
4733 699930 Mulgoa RoadRegentville NSW 2745
Glenbrook
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Springwood
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Blaxland
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Emu Plains
4735 2121Lennox CentreEmu Plains NSW 2750
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KINGSWOOD OFFERS OVER $359,950CONVENIENCE IS KEY!Situated within walking distance to Kingswood train station, Nepean Hospital and UWS, this 3 bedroom duplex with study and a double garage represents great value for investors and fi rst home buyers. Featuring an outdoor entertaining area and sizeable backyard your family will have plenty of space to enjoy the great outdoors. Located in a quiet cul-de-sac a sort walk from schools, shops and parks you will be hard pressed to fi nd better. Call today to book your inspection before it is too late.
PENRITH OFFERS OVER $429,950CONVENIENCE AT YOUR DOORSTEP! If you want to be close to everything, you won’t want to miss this fantastic opportunity. Located just a minutes’ walk from schools, shops and Penrith railway station sits this generous family home. Boasting four large bedrooms with ensuite to master, and two ample living areas you’re certain to be impressed. There is a copious amount of under house storage, not to mention the double garage with work space that also boasts the comfort of air conditioning. Add your own style and make this cherished home yours today!
PENRITH FROM $375,000SMALL COMPLEX – BIG OPPORTUNITY With only ten other units in the complex you will enjoy a lifestyle free of maintenance. Located moments from the train station and the heart of Penrith you will be doing well to fi nd a better example of contemporary living. * Two bedrooms * Ensuite to main * Lounge/dining area * Split system air conditioning * Internal laundry + dryer * Intercom system * Remote access to basement car space * Built-inWardrobes.
CAMBRIDGE PARK OFFERS OVER $359,950POSITION PERFECT Conveniently located on a 695m2 (approx.) block close to local shops, schools and transport, this three bedroom home is brimming with potential. Featuring a large modern kitchen, two bathrooms and separate living areas, with a little TLC it can be returned to its former glory. The backyard accompanies a large single detached garage with plenty of side access. Consider building a granny fl at (subject to council approval) and take advantage of the current rental market. Packed with potential, homes in this suburb are moving quickly so call today before you miss out.
PENRITH OFFERS OVER $399,950SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME With sweeping views overlooking Penrith and the Blue Mountains, you won’t be disappointed with this beloved family home. Featuring three large bedrooms, two bathrooms and two spacious living areas, homes of this size rarely come on the market. Complemented with a tandem lock up garage, ample under house storage and within walking distance to Penrith Station, schools and shops this home has it all. Call today to book your own private inspection, you won’t be disappointed.
COLTYON OFFERS OVER $379,950INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY! If you are looking for an investment property with the potential for high returns then look no further. This cosy three bedroom, one bathroom house features two separate driveways on a massive 626sqm block. Currently returning $360 per week you can take advantage of the opportunity to add a granny fl at, subject to council approval, to maximise your return. This opportunity will not last long so call today! (Agent declares aninterest).
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Glenmore Park
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Glenbrook
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Springwood
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Blaxland
4739 8800134D Great Western HwyBlaxland NSW 2774
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Cranebrook
4730 1122Shop 9 Borrowdale WayCranebrook NSW 2749
Emu Plains
4735 2121Lennox CentreEmu Plains NSW 2750
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LEONAY $695,000TRY THIS ON FOR SIZEGive your family the room they deserve in this split level home that offers an abundance of space. This home will deliver a lifestyle few can enjoy. * Five bedrooms + study * Split level design * Built in wardrobes * Separate living areas * Three bathrooms (inc ensuite) * Ducted air conditioning * Timber kitchen * Double garage + workshop * In ground pool * Covered entertaining area * Commanding street position * Double glazed windows * Approx 645sqm block. Call now or watch for open home times. Homes of this size are often sought and seldom seen.
EMU PLAINS OFFERS OVER $1,400,000ABSORB THE RIVER VIEWS From the comfort of your private balcony or the steps of the front veranda you will enjoy the peaceful ambience that only a river view can provide. * Four bedrooms * Master suite with ensuite + private balcony * Built in wardrobes * Formal lounge room + river views * Renovated kitchen with island bench * Modern bathrooms * Study nook * Timber fl oors * Sunken rumpus room + views of in ground pool * Spacious entertaining area * Private rear yard * Double garage + with internal access * Approx 834 sqm block. An opportunity only few can enjoy. Appointments strictly by appointment. Call now to arrange a time - you won’t be disappointed.
EMU PLAINS OFFERS OVER $749,950LOOKS NEW – SMELLS NEW – IS NEWSuperbly crafted and completed with outstanding quality, you will do well to fi nd a package in this exclusive price point. * Four bedrooms * Ensuite + WI Robe to main * Built in wardrobes * Ducted air conditioning * Lounge / Dining / Family * Carpet / Tiled fl oor coverings * Well appointed kitchen + WI Pantry * Internal laundry + powder room * Remote control double garage * Shadow line plaster work * Side access for boat / caravan / trailer * Approx 600sqm block * Grassed yard * Easy access to motorway. Call to experience this home today. You won’t be disappointed.
EMU HEIGHTS OFFERS OVER $575,000BE THE FAMILY FAVOURITEStretching across one level this huge residence will give you and your family the room they deserve. * Four Bedrooms * Study/Offi ce * Ensuite To Main * Built In Robes * Two Living Areas * Modern Kitchen/Bathroom * Split System Air Conditioning * Covered Entertaining Area * Double Garage * Double Carport * Carpet/Tile Floor Coverings * Alarm System . Don’t stare from the street book a private viewing to really appreciate the sheer size on offer!
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Resting on just over 4,000 sqm of land and nestled in the exclusive “Vines Estate” is this exceptional Clarendon built home that will accommodate your every need. When you enter the beautiful contemporary light fi lled home, you will enjoy four car garages with internal access and two remote control doors. Loads of storage, ducted air-conditioning and vacuum, laundry chute and alarm. Th ere are four large bedrooms - all with huge built-in wardrobes, main bedroom has walk-in robe, ensuite and opens onto its own large balcony, three bathrooms, main with spa bath and huge rumpus room upstairs.With formal and informal lounge and dining, games room with pitched ceiling and stained glass window. Th e home boasts a huge kitchen with 30mm solid granite benchtops and polyurethane cupboards, overlooking the massive covered entertaining area and sparkling solar heated inground pool. Surrounded by expansive grounds with landscaped gardens and manicured lawns, plenty of room for football games or a tennis court. Th ere is easy access to the huge 7 x 11m shed/workshop - it can accommodate up to four cars. If you have ever dreamed of a resort lifestyle only moments from Penrith city centre, we suggest you call now to book a viewing or watch for open home times - you won’t be disappointed!
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If you want to be close to everything, you won’t want to miss this fantastic opportunity. Located just a minutes’ walk from schools, shops and Penrith railway station sits this generous family home. Boasting four large bedrooms with ensuite to master, and two ample living areas you’re certain to be impressed. Th ere is a copious amount of under house storage, not to mention the double garage with work space that also boasts the comfort of air conditioning. Add your own style and make this cherished home yours today!
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Orchard Hills Off ers Over $1,195,000 Penrith Off ers Over $429,950
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CAMBRIDGE GARDENSSat 12.00-12.40am 98 Grange Crescent Dukes Estate Agents
CAMBRIDGE PARKSat 10.00-10.40am 116 Richmond Road Dukes Estate Agents
CLAREMONT MEADOWSSat 11.00-11.30am 5 Poppy Close Ray White Penrith
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CRANEBROOKSat 12.00-12.40pm 34 Pensax Road Jim Aitken CranebrookSat 1.00-1.40pm 13 Marrett Way Jim Aitken CranebrookSun 1.00-1.40pm 13 Marrett Way Jim Aitken Cranebrook
EMU HEIGHTSSat 12.00-12.40pm 67 Dartmoor Circuit Jim Aitken Emu PlainsSat 1.00-1.40pm 9 Dartmoor Circuit Jim Aitken Emu PlainsSat 1.00-1.40pm 4 Gosling Street Jim Aitken Emu Plains
EMU PLAINSSat 11.00-11.40am 45 Bunyarra Drive Jim Aitken Emu PlainsSat 12.00-12.40pm 60 Brougham Street Jim Aitken Emu Plains
GLENBROOKSat 11.00-11.40am 5/30 King Street Jim Aitken Glenbrook
GLENMORE PARKSat 1.00-1.30pm 32/47 Camelia Avenue Ray White Penrith
KINGSWOODSat 10.00-10.40am 27 Plunkett Crescent Jim Aitken Penrith
LEONAY
Sat 11.00-11.40am 97 The Sanctuary Drive Jim Aitken Emu Plains
MOUNT RIVERVIEW
Sat 12.00-12.40pm 84 Grand View Drive Jim Aitken Glenbrook
MULGOA
Sat 11.00-11.30am 302 Littlefi elds Road Michael Ball Realty
NORTH ST MARYS
Sat 1.00-1.30pm 68 Jackaranda Road Michael Ball Realty
ORCHARD HILLS
Sat 11.00-11.40am 2 Sweetwater Grove Jim Aitken Penrith
PENRITH
Sat 10.00-10.30am 20 Ceres Street Ray White Penrith
Sat 12.00-12.40pm 32 Hillcrest Avenue Jim Aitken Penrith
Sat 12.00-12.40pm 116 Coreen Avenue Jim Aitken Penrith
Sat 1.00-1.40pm 10 Captains Road Dukes Estate Agents
Sat 2.00-2.30pm 99/37 Mulgoa Road Ray White Penrith
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Sat 11.00-11.40am 54 Railway Parade Jim Aitken Springwood
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► Builders of quality granny fl ats in the Penrith area► Permanent fi xed dwelling in your yard
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www.patioman.com.au Lic
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19C
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DEAL DIRECT WITH THE BUILDER - 20 Years ExperienceOFFICE 4576 1616 MOBILE 0410 437 558
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db Professional Building Services Pty Ltd
Call David 0418 402 79030 years exp.Li
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Phone: 0418 248369 or 0418 220430Email: [email protected] Licence No:
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FIRE SERVICES TECHNICIAN
We are seeking an EXPERIENCED Fire Services Technician to join our PENRITH BASED team to carry out all aspects of Essential Fire Services testing, inspection, maintenance and repairs including Extinguishers, Pumps, FIP, EWIS, Hose Reels, Fire Doors etc for a range of clients including Local Council, Strata Clients, commercial and industrial.
The successful applicant will be an energetic “people person” who is well organised and can communicate well with clients and staff alike.
MUST have experience in and a sound knowledge of the above areas and a clear understanding of the relevant Australian Standards, Building Codes relating to the Industry and all aspects of Work Health and Safety.
We pride ourselves on excellent workmanship and professionalism and the successful applicant will see these values as an important part of their role.
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Send your resume to : [email protected] to : Shane Watts, Manager :0415 478 902
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Werrington Community Project Inc. (WCPI) is seeking to appoint an innovative and experienced leader in the above role. WCPI is a community development organisation providing a range of services across the Werrington / Cambridge Park area and the broader Penrith LGA.
WCPI is at a critical point of change and it is part of this role to drive this change internally and externally. Applications must address all selection criteria contained in the Information Package obtainable on the WCPI website www.wyns.org.au or by contacting Valmai Champ on 9673 6133 or [email protected]
Applications close C.O.B Tuesday, 3rd December 2013
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EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS! Westmead Hospital -
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Specialists in all Aspect of Concrete work • Driveway • House Slabs • Patios • Paths
Call Shane 0411 704 302With Every New Driveway
FREE Excavataion and Removal of Old Driveway
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Deserved acclaim: Land Rover celebrates awards
L and Rover Discovery 4 has topped the voting in the Off -r oad 4x4 category and the brand new Range Rover was voted Best SUV
Over $50,000 in the recent carsales.com.au People’s Choice awards.
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Land Rover Brand Manager, Tim Krieger, said the result was “fantastic” for Land Rover and the leading 4WD brand was extremely proud.
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At Blacktown City last Saturday Glenbrook Panthers defeated Blacktown City in the washed out fi nal of the Keith Fay Shield and Springwood is yet still to play Blacktown Workers in the fi nal of the John McBride.
Last Saturday Kingswood held their Presentation Night with the main awards going to; (Club Champion) Glenn Hogan, (Most Improved) Emmett McLeod and (Barry Copeland Clubman of the Year ) Tony Mansour who received a Crystal Trophy presented by Lorraine Copeland. A Special Award was made to Jim Hannan on his retirement as Chairman Match over the last 13 years.
Blacktown Workers President Ray Clegg welcomed myself from Bowls NSW
and Ted Ryan representing the NDBA to his Presidents and Presentation Day last Sunday.
After a very enjoyable game of bowls Ray nominated Stuart Waye and Tim May to receive the RNSWBA Merit Badges and Ted presented Darren Fiene and Dave Herald the NDBA Valuable Members badges.
It was good to see the hard working staff of the Weekender taking some time out to get the handle on how the great game of bowls is played. Katherine and photographer Melinda took time out to try the game of bowls and after some time, handled the old and new type of bowls quite well. Time to bring the whole staff down for a game now ladies.
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Th e Paceway fi rst time sponsors Ainsworth Technology experienced a meeting with a diff erence on Th u rsday night. Whilst dining in our Sky Lounge they watched the weather unfold into an electrical storm which resulted in our races being put back a race between race four and fi ve but the disruption didn’t stop the fun.
Th e fi rst race won by favourite Starzzz Prodigy at odds of $2.20 was driven by Gavin Fitzpatrick.
Race two proved to be a race of changes when Th estarattraction at odds of $2.40 driven by Jimmy Douglas broke at the start. Th e fast fi nishing Th e Deemok driven by Josh Willick held on nicely at the odds of $5.60 to greet the judge and be fi rst home.
In race three Josh Willick proved he was in top form for the night driving a double. Nine Mile Maiden (NZ) was the favourite at $2.30 was nicely in control and led the fi eld throughout to arrive home in fi rst place.
In race four Miami Dream started at the odds of $2.90 but broke at the start. Th e race then unfolded to produce another favourite to win with Zenable at the odds of $1.90 driven by Robert Morris.
Race fi ve was the main race and certainly had a long wait this being the race that was waiting for the lightening to disperse. Th is race was an exciting race with Studleigh Becky being equal favourite at the odds of $3.10 leading the fi eld out of the barrier where Twentyfi vetolife quickly sat outside the leader to then score a nice win as the equal favourite at $3.10.
In race six El Fuego, at the odds of $2.30, was driven by Anthony Bucca to have an easy win.
Race seven was run in fi ne style when Rummiking, driven by one of our ‘Glamour Girls of Harness Racing’, Seryn Adams, won at odds of $1.90.
Race eight was won by Art Stride at $1.70 driven by Luke McCarthy.
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Coaching classes are still in full swing up until Christmas, and new students are always welcome. Classes are available for adults and kids of all ages and standards six days every week. Of course, NDTA still off ers our unique “Free Trial Lesson” policy. Simply call us on 4721 2880 to book in for a free trial group lesson for kids or adults.
School holidays are approaching fast, and Nepean Tennis has the perfect way to keep your kids fi t and healthy while learning new skills and having fun. Tennis holiday camps will be held all through January for kids of all ages and experience.
For the fi rst time, NDTA will be extending our school holiday clinic hours to cater for mums and dads with a busy work schedule over the holidays.
Clinics run from 9am to 3pm daily, but we will be off ering early drop-off , and late pick-up child care for working parents. Children can be dropped off from 8am, and pick-up as late as 6pm.
Woodriff Gardens Tennis Centre is in the heart of Penrith at the corner of Castlereagh Road and High Street, Penrith, and is open seven days a week for coaching or social hire. Call us on 4721 2880 or visit online at www.ndta.com.au.
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H e’s 200cm tall, weighs 103kgs and is only 18.
Meet Tom Boyd, the latest young AFL sensation to land at
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the Gold Coast, the Victorian junior experienced a rare moment in any footballer’s life – being called on stage as the number one pick.
Despite suff ering a serious ankle injury in June, Boyd is expected to be fi t for pre-season training and is set to boost the Giants’ ever-strengthening forward line in 2014.
“With [Jonathon] Patton being out last year and [Jeremey] Cameron being an incredible player, I like to think I can bring a bit of size and competitiveness to the forward line and hopefully a bit of structure as well,” Boyd said.
“I suppose it wasn’t a big surprise to other people but, until my name was called out, I really wasn’t 100 per cent sure [I was going to the Giants]. I’m really excited to get started on my AFL career.”
Th e Giants added more depth to their midfi eld courtesy of the draft with their number two selection, 18-year-old Josh Kelly from the Sandringham Dragons/East Brighton.
Th ey also drafted 18-year-old tall forward Cameron McCarthy from South Fremantle with selection 14 and Rory Lobb, a 20-year-old ruckman from Swan Districts with selection 29.
Th e Giants also promoted young midfi elder Zac Williams from their rookie list and drafted 18-year-old Jake Barrett from Temora in the Riverina as a NSW zone selection player.
Following the ceremony, Giants National Recruitment and List Manager, Stephen Silvagni, said the was club was delighted to secure some of the fi nest young talent in Australia.
“Tonight caps off a very productive off season for the Giants. We secured experienced players during the trade period in Heath Shaw, Shane Mumford and Josh Hunt and now we have complemented that with an exciting mix of young players in this draft,” he said.
“As number one pick, Tom Boyd will provide us with another strong presence in our forward line alongside Jeremy Cameron and Jon Patton and someone who can also play in the ruck when required.”
Giants boss David Matthews welcomed the new draftees to the club and wished them every success for their careers.
“Tonight these young men have realised their ambition to be drafted by an AFL club. Th e Giants will now do everything we can to support, develop and help them take the next step and achieve their dream to play AFL football,” he said.
“I think all Giants fans can look forward to 2014 with a tremendous sense of optimism and we can’t wait to take on the Swans at Giants Stadium on March 15.”
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Giants strengthen 2014 squadGWS boss says fans should look ahead to next season with “sense of optimism”
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T wo-time World MotoGP Champion Casey Stoner has become the latest Australian athlete to release his own book,
just in time for Christmas.Stoner, who retired from MotoGP in
2012 to take up a career in V8 Supercar racing, will sign copies of his highly-anticipated fi rst autobiography Pushing Th e Limits at Dymocks Westfi eld Penrith this Wednesday, December 4 from 12.30pm-1.15pm.
Pushing Th e Limits, which was released last month, sees the 28-year-old share his inspirational and remarkable journey from Queensland toddler, with an extraordinary ability on a motorbike, to his decision to retire at 27 with nothing left to prove.
For the fi rst time, Stoner tells of his early family life, the development of his riding skills and why his parents decided to sell everything and travel from Australia to Europe to chase the dream and support his aim to become World Champion when he was only 14-years-old.
In the book, Stoner also includes all the highs and lows of his life so far: the real reason he left for Europe so young, his thoughts on racing, the riders’ hierarchy, the politics of racing, the importance of family, his battle with illness and why he decided to turn his back on a multi-million dollar contract.
Pushing Th e Limits is available now in paperback and E-Book format through Hachette Australia.
Stoner, who was made a Member of the Order of Australia earlier this year for his services to motorcycle racing, will be in Penrith for less than an hour but hopes to meet as many fans as possible.
Are you going along to get your copy of Pushing Th e Limits signed? We want you to Tweet your pictures to us @wwpenrith! Th e best picture sent in to us will win a Weekender prize pack including tickets to Hoyts and other fantastic items. You can also email pics to [email protected].
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K elli Sims had always dreamed of representing her state in basketball, so when she read the news she had fi nally made it, she
was naturally overcome with emotion.“I was in shock,” the 18-year-old said
after being selected in the U20 NSW Women’s team last week.
“Th ey put the list up on the Basketball NSW website and when I logged on and saw my name I started shaking. I rang my mum and she was very excited and my dad was too.”
In February, the 198cm centre player from St Clair will compete against some of the best young female basketballers in the country at the U20 Australian Championships in Western Australia.
Sims, now in her 10th year in the sport, said she’d always dreamed of taking her basketball to the next level ever since she was in her mid-teens.
“I started really wanting it when I was 15 and I’ve just been working my way up through the ranks since,” she admitted.
“I’ve come really close to making the NSW side in the past. I made reserves two years ago but I suff ered an injury and couldn’t play. To fi nally have my name on the roster was pretty cool.”
Earlier this year Sims made her long-awaited debut for the Penrith Panthers in the Waratah Championship League competition. Despite her side not recording too many victories throughout the season, Sims said she took plenty out
of the experience including a spectacular double-double performance (15 points, 14 rebounds) against Parramatta.
“It was challenging but I found it to be
great and it was the best year of basketball for me,” she said.
“I also got a scholarship at the NSW Institute of Sport and that’s really helped
me too. My future goal is to play College basketball in the US next year. I’m in talks with some schools over there at the moment.”
Kelli thrilled by state call-upSt Clair local named in U20 NSW Women’s side for Championships in WA
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Kelli Sims is a rising basketball star. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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T he fi rst time Jason Scerri’s father watched one of his fi ghts he was knocked out cold in the opening round.
Earlier this month, some four years after that last painful memory of his son, Scerri’s father returned to the ring to witness his boy win the World Kickboxing Federation (WKBF) world title.
Th e 31-year-old pro Muay Th ai fi g hter from Werrington County said seeing the proud look on his father’s face after he defeated New Zealander Hayden Todd by TKO was a moment he’ll never forget.
“My dad and I are very close… the one and only time I ever asked him to watch me fi ght I was knocked out with a big punch in the fi rst round. Th at was the last time I ever invited him to a fi ght until two weeks ago,” Scerri said.
“I literally had to beg him to come watch me fi ght for the world title. Just to see the look on his face after I won, he was proud as.”
After a 13-year career for a record of 36 wins (12 by KO) and 15 losses, Scerri said his WKBF world title win at Bonnyrigg Sports Club on November 16 was his fi nest yet.
“When I was making my speech after, even though I’m a fi ghter I got teary eyed, it was emotional,” he admitted.
“I had all my supporters from my gym and family members there and in my speech I was telling them how much work I had put into this fi g ht.
“I’d trained the hardest coming into this fi ght, more than any other fi ght before.”
Scerri fell in love with the sport of Muay Th ai back in 2000 after he watched a friend get into the ring and fi ght. But whilst his career appears glamorous with nifty world title belts and pay cheques, Scerri’s also suff ered his fair share of ugly injuries and
setbacks along the way.“In my fourth fi ght many years ago I
suff ered a broken jaw and had to take a year off because my mouth was wired shut for six weeks,” he said.
“I’ve always got something wrong with me, whether it’s my hands, knees or ankles. But I keep coming back because I
love the sport. It’s probably one of the only things I have to myself.”
Scerri said his world title defence is valid for three months before another international fi ghter can challenge him for the title. In the meantime, he’ll concentrate on running his successful fi ghting gym in Jamisontown.
The day he made his dad proudEmotions run high as Werrington County’s Jason Scerri wins WKBF world title
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Jason Scerri from Werrington Country has won the WKBF world title. Photo: Melinda Jane.
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Baseball: Th e Penrith Panthers have enjoyed their best win of the season in Round 10 of the State Baseball League.
With their mid-week game against the fi rst-placed Blacktown Workers washed out, the Panthers returned to play the competition leaders on Sunday. In a dominant performance, the Panthers hammered Blacktown 6-0.
Th e Panthers now move to sixth spot with an 8-win and 9-loss record. Th e y’ll play the fourth-placed Cronulla Sharks in Round 11.
Cricket: Penrith’s Round 5 game against Mosman in the Sydney Grade Competition was washed out last weekend. Play will resume this Saturday at Mark Taylor Oval from 10.30am.
Australian fast bowler and Penrith cricketer Pat Cummins has made a successful return to cricket after being out of the game with a lower back injury.
Th e 20-year-old turned out for Penrith’s second grade side last week where he was run out for just two runs.
Cummins is hoping to resume bowling in the not too distant future.
Soccer: Th e Nepean District Soccer Football Association have fi n ally agreed on a new name; the local club will now be known as Nepean Football Association Inc.
“Following extensive community consultation, the new name, which was
clearly identifi ed as the preferred name by a majority of stakeholders, was submitted for the consideration of the membership at the Annual General
Meeting and was fully supported,” a statement from NFA read.
“In our community consultations held throughout 2013, we also asked our stakeholders for suggestions for a new logo. Overwhelmingly, stakeholders responded that they wanted to see the following elements included in our logo – a football, our red and white colours, our geographical features and our name, or an acronym of our name.”
Figure Skating: Six fi gure skaters from the Penrith Valley Figure Skating Club returned from the NSW Artistic Competition recently with a number of medals to their name.
It was a golden event for Grace Allen, 10, Emily Imber, 12, and Gemma Cacciola, 13, who each came home with gold medals in their chosen divisions.
11-year-old Emily Harris won a silver medal, while Imber and Crystal Hook, 14, combined to take home a silver in the pairs division.
Imber has won the State title in Elementary Ladies for both the technical and artistic fi gure skating competitions.
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S ome of western Sydney’s most outstanding athletes were recognised at a gala awards dinner held by the Western Sydney
Academy of Sport at Panthers last weekend.Th e Academy, which provides endorsed
high performance training programs for western Sydney’s best pre-elite athletes across seven sport disciplines, recognised the Athlete of the Year for each of its programs.
Th e prestigious Woolworths Limited Scholarships valued at $5,000 each were also awarded for the highest achieving male and female athlete within the Academy’s programs.
Th e event, which was attended by over 270 athletes, family members, sporting, corporate and Government partners, was highlighted by special guest speaker Layne Beachley.
Academy CEO, Martin Bullock, said that the Athlete Awards Dinner was a “magnifi cent showcase” of the region’s best young athletes.
“Th e Academy’s athletes represent the best young pre-elite sportspeople throughout western Sydney,” he said.
“Th is dinner allows us to highlight some outstanding achievements and the exceptional talent of these young athletes, many of whom will go on to represent at the highest level within their sport.”
Best of the westAcademy honours year’s top young athletes
Daniel Gale, Layne Beachley and Noemie Fox.
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