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25.01.2022 Meningococcal disease can kill within hours if left untreated. If you see symptoms, see a doctor urgently. https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//meningoc/Pages/default.aspx

24.01.2022 FULL-TIME. We're on our way to the NRL Grand Final!

23.01.2022 Tomorrow night is the night!! Don't forget to join us at 7.30 pm here on our Facebook page when we have Santa and all his friends help us light our beautiful Christmas Tree!! The kids will not want to miss this one!

23.01.2022 NSW recorded four new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours to 8pm last night. Two of these cases, linked to the Berala cluster, were first reporte...d yesterday morning, but are included in today’s numbers. Four cases were also recorded in returned travellers in hotel quarantine, bringing the total number of COVID-19 cases in NSW since the beginning of the pandemic to 4,784. There were 26,391 tests reported to 8pm last night, compared with the previous day’s total of 22,275. NSW Health urges people especially those in western, south-western Sydney and Wollongong to continue to come forward with even the mildest of symptoms. Every person who gets tested plays an important role in helping to contain the spread of COVID-19. A high-volume drive-through COVID testing clinic is open at Merrylands Park, at the corner of Burnett Street and Merrylands Road, from 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. Anyone who has been identified as a close contact from the BWS Berala should go to this site. Of the four new locally acquired cases to 8pm last night: - Two are linked to the BWS Berala cluster, which now numbers 15. A further case, who attended Woolworths, is likely linked to the Berala cluster and is under investigation. - One is a close contact of previously reported case linked to the Croydon cluster, which now numbers 10. In addition, four cases were acquired overseas and are in hotel quarantine. NSW Health has updated its advice regarding the BSW and Woolworths in Berala as part of our efforts to stop the spread of the virus and understand how transmission has occurred in these two key venues of concern. It is critical that people who visited these venues from 20 December to 31 December are tested for COVID-19 and follow the appropriate advice regarding self-isolation, depending on whether they are a close or casual contact. Those identified as close contacts from BWS and Woolworths in Berala should get tested and isolate for 14 days even if they receive a negative result. Household contacts of close contacts should isolate until the close contact has received a negative result. People identified as casual contacts from these two venues should get tested and isolate until they receive a negative result. Please continue to monitor for symptoms, and if they appear, get tested again. BWS Berala: Sunday, 20 December Close contacts: 12:30pm 2pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Monday, 21 December Casual contacts: all day Tuesday, 22 December Close contacts: 12.45pm 9.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Wednesday, 23 December Close contacts: 1:40pm 9.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Thursday, 24 December Close contacts: 12:40pm 9:15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Saturday, 26 December Close contacts: 9.55am 7.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Sunday, 27 December Close contacts: 12.40pm 8.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Monday, 28 December Close contacts: 9.30am 7.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Tuesday, 29 December Close contacts: 1.45pm 9.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Wednesday, 30 December Close contacts: 12.45pm 9.15pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Thursday, 31 December Close contacts: 8.30am 3pm Casual contacts: all other times that day Woolworths Berala: Anyone who attended at any time between Sunday, 20 December and Thursday, 31 December should get tested immediately and isolate until a negative result is received. Please continue to monitor for symptoms, and if they appear, get tested again. Everyone is urged to keep checking the NSW Government website for new information as it emerges. The state’s ongoing sewage surveillance program has detected fragments of the virus that causes COVID-19 at two pumping stations in Camellia. These stations take in sewage from the Berala area, including Auburn, Bankstown, Bass Hill, Berala, Camellia, Chester Hill, Chullora, Clyde, Condell Park, Granville, Guildford, Guildford West, Harris Park, Holroyd, Homebush West, Lidcombe, Mays Hill, Merrylands, Merrylands West, Newington, North Paramatta, Old Guildford, Parramatta, Potts Hill, Regents Park, Rookwood, Rosehill, Rydalmere, Sefton, Silverwater, South Granville, South Wentworthville, Strathfield, Sydney Olympic Park, Westmead, Yagoona. Everyone in these areas is asked to monitor for symptoms and get tested and isolate immediately if they appear. There are more than 350 COVID-19 testing locations across NSW, many of which are open seven days a week. To find your nearest clinic visit https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics or contact your GP. NSW Health is treating 117 COVID-19 cases, none of whom are in intensive care. Most cases (99 per cent) are being treated in non-acute, out-of-hospital care, including returned travellers in the Special Health Accommodation.

23.01.2022 FULL-TIME. The Panthers bury the Bulldogs to finish the regular season with only one defeat.

22.01.2022 Fantastic effort Bert Very proud of this St Clair man

22.01.2022 CareFlight treats family injured in Mamre Rd crash Three adults and a young toddler have been injured in a car crash in Kemps Creek in Sydney’s west this afternoon. Two vehicles were involved in the collision that occurred at the intersection of Mamre Road and Kerrs Road in Kemps Creek.... CareFlight’s Rapid Response Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance at 2.05pm and landed in a property close to the scene of the incident. CareFlight’s specialist doctors and NSW Ambulance critical care paramedic made their way to the scene where NSW Ambulance paramedics were providing initial treatment to the occupants of the cars. Fire and Rescue NSW were also on scene. CareFlight’s specialist doctors performed a clinical assessment on the male driver of one car, aged in his 30s, who sustained suspected head and shoulder injuries. His female passenger, also aged in her 30s, was assessed and treated for pelvic injuries and possible spinal injuries. The third occupant of the vehicle, a two-year-old toddler was also examined, and a roadside ultrasound performed. The female passenger and her young son were transported by road ambulance to Liverpool Hospital under the clinical supervision of CareFlight. The female driver of the second vehicle self-extricated and was examined and treated for minor injuries.

21.01.2022 Appeal to find girl missing from Penrith Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a girl missing from Penrith. Tia Whitfield, aged 14, was last see...n on Lord Sheffield Circuit in Penrith, about 7.30pm on Sunday (22 November 2020). Officers from Nepean Police Area Command commenced inquiries into her whereabouts but the girl is yet to be located, and family and police hold serious concerns for her welfare. Tia is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 150cm tall, of thin build, with black hair and brown eyes. She has been known to frequent the Sydney CBD, Cambridge Park, and Cranebrook areas. The girl was last seen wearing black pants, a white T-shirt, and white Nike runners. Anyone who sees Tia or knows of her whereabouts is urged to contact Nepean Police Station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report crime via NSW Police social media pages.

18.01.2022 Changing the guard: new Mayor Karen McKeown Tonight Penrith City Councillors elected the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for the next 12 months; and this time it is a ...female pairing. Labor’s Karen McKeown is the Mayor and Liberal Tricia Hitchen is the Deputy Mayor. The pairing is the result of a deal made between Labor and Liberal Councillors. Under usual circumstances the Mayor is elected for a two-year period, but this year we were left with a one year term as the Council elections that were meant to be held in September were postponed until September 2021. The two women replace the previous pair up of Liberal Ross Fowler (Mayor) and Karen McKeown as Deputy Mayor.

18.01.2022 MASKS MANDATORY IN MANY INDOOR VENUES FROM MIDNIGHT Greater Sydney includes St Clair & Erskine Park STATEMENT FROM GLADYS BEREJIKLIAN... AND BRAD HAZZARD Given the risk of COVID-19 transmission on the Northern Beaches and across Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains), the following adjustments are being made. From midnight tonight, the southern zone of the Northern Beaches will be subject to the same restrictions as Greater Sydney. Restrictions for the northern zone of the Northern Beaches remain the same with stay at home orders in place until 9 January 2021; No visitors to the home. Five northern zone residents can gather outdoors (not at homes) for exercise and recreation, from within the same zone. Non-essential businesses remain closed. Given the general risk in Greater Sydney, new measures are required to reduce the transmission potential of COVID-19 while maintaining economic activity. The following measures for Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains) are effective from midnight tonight; Face masks will be mandatory in the following indoor settings: shopping (retail, supermarkets and shopping centres), public/shared transport, indoor entertainment (including cinemas and theatres), places of worship, hair and beauty premises. Face masks will also be mandatory for all staff in hospitality venues and casinos and for patrons using gaming services. Compliance will start from Monday, 4 January 2021 with $200 on the spot fines for individuals for non-compliance. Children under 12 are exempt but are encouraged to wear masks where practicable. Gym classes reduced to 30 people. Places of worship and religious services limited to 1 person per 4sqm up to a maximum of 100 people per separate area. Weddings and funerals limited to 1 person per 4sqm up to a maximum of 100 people. Outdoor performances and protests reduced to 500 people. Controlled, outdoor gatherings (seated, ticketed, enclosed) reduced to 2,000 people. Night clubs not permitted. People are still encouraged to limit non-essential gatherings and reduce their mobility where possible to further minimise the risk of transmission in the community. Whilst these measures do not apply to areas outside Greater Sydney (including Wollongong, Central Coast and Blue Mountains), we urge all residents and visitors across the State to practise COVID safe behaviours and get tested even if symptoms are mild. We thank the community for their patience and understanding. Our priority is always to protect the health and safety of the community.

18.01.2022 Have your say about upgrades to St Clair’s dog park Penrith City Council is inviting residents in the St Clair area to have their say in a survey about upgrades scheduled for St Clair’s off-leash dog park. The dog park is receiving an upgrade in 2021 as part of Council’s commitment to providing safe and usable spaces for residents and their dogs at Penrith’s off-leash dog parks, and Council wants to hear from users about what they’d like to see. ... Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown OAM encouraged users of the dog park to take part in the survey and to find out what’s proposed to be upgraded at the park. The park’s upgrades are all about providing separation between large and small dogs with the installation of a new fence, improving the opportunity for dogs to exercise and socialise without anxiety, Cr McKeown said. We will also be increasing seating and shade for dog owners. The survey is open for two weeks from Friday 27 November to Friday 11 December 2020. Have your say and complete the survey at yoursaypenrith.com.a

17.01.2022 With the governments announcement of a slight easing in restrictions overnight - More than one parent may attend community sporting activities if physical di...stancing of at least 1.5 metres can be maintained between people that are not from the same household. Please remain diligent with hand washing and sanitising when attending games and if you have been in any of the Sydney hotspots in the last 2 weeks or are feeling unwell please stay at home. Thanks again for your cooperation, See you around the grounds on the weekend Marc Club president https://www.nsw.gov.au//what-you-can-and-cant-do-under-rul

17.01.2022 NSW has reported eight cases of locally transmitted COVID 19 through to 8pm last night. Three of these cases were announced to the public yesterday, and are inc...luded in today’s numbers. Four cases in overseas travellers in hotel quarantine were diagnosed in the 24 hours to 8pm last night, bringing the total number of cases in NSW to 4,072. There were 12,498 tests reported in the 24-hour reporting period, compared with 5,970 in the previous 24 hours. Of the twelve new cases to 8pm last night: Four are returned overseas travellers in hotel quarantine One is locally acquired and under investigation Seven are locally acquired and linked to a known case or cluster One new case reported today was locally acquired, is likely to have been infected some days ago and appears linked to the Liverpool Hospital Dialysis cluster. Four more cases are close contacts of this case. One new case is locally acquired whose source is under investigation. The remaining two cases today are close contacts of this case. A known case travelled on a train on Saturday, 3 October that left Parramatta station at 7:13pm and arrived at Milsons Point station at 8:04pm. Anyone who caught the train at this time is considered a casual contact and must monitor for symptoms and get tested immediately if they develop. After testing, they must remain in isolation until a negative test result is received. Locations linked to known cases, advice on testing and isolation, and areas identified for increased testing can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates. Testing numbers have dropped recently, which is a concern. NSW Health renews its call for increased testing across Sydney, even if you have the mildest of symptoms like a runny nose or scratchy throat, cough, fever or other symptoms that could be COVID-19. This is especially important for people across West and South West Sydney with these new cases and after the state’s sewage surveillance program detected fragments of the virus at the North Richmond and West Camden treatment plants. COVID-19 testing clinics can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics, or call your GP. NSW Health is treating 51 COVID-19 cases, including one in intensive care, who does not require ventilation. Eighty per cent of cases being treated by NSW Health are in non-acute, out-of-hospital care. COVID-19 may be continuing to circulate in the community and we must all be vigilant. To help stop the spread of COVID-19: - If you are unwell, get tested and isolate right away don’t delay. - Wash your hands regularly. Take hand sanitiser with you when you go out. - Keep your distance. Leave 1.5 metres between yourself and others. - Wear a mask when using public transport, rideshares and taxis, and in shops, places of worship and other places where you can’t physically distance. When taking taxis or rideshares, commuters should also sit in the back. Locations linked to known cases, advice on testing and isolation, and areas identified for increased testing can be found here: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates.

15.01.2022 Good news! Restrictions have eased in NSW for community sport. From Saturday 26 September more than one parent/ carer can watch their child play sport. Spectat...ors need to stay 1.5 metres apart from other households or wear a mask if that's not possible. Find out more: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//CHO-advice-sports-and-educa

15.01.2022 Players needed!

15.01.2022 FINALS FEVER Do you want to feature in print on our Penrith Panthers fan page in Nepean News? Get your supporters gear on and be in the local paper as part of this historical occasion You can post your pic in the comments below or email to [email protected]

15.01.2022 A Nepalese man has had his driving privileges in NSW suspended after being caught allegedly driving almost 90km/h above the speed limit yesterday. Police were conducting stationary speed enforcement on westbound traffic on the M4 Motorway at Erskine Park about 8am (Saturday 2 January 2021), when they detected a black BMW sedan allegedly travelling at up to 187km/h in the 100km/h zone. The 24-year-old driver stopped and has been issued with a Court Attendance Notice for drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerous, and exceed by more than 45km/h. He is due to appear in Penrith Local Court on 28 January 2021.

14.01.2022 Psc heads up dangerous storms We're currently tracking multiple severe thunderstorms currently impacting Katoomba and Blackheath and heading into Direction Pen...rith region we can see on radar very heavy rains along with some hail this is a opportunity for us to give you a heads up to expect these thunderstorms See more

14.01.2022 Critical investigation launched following man’s death St Marys A critical incident investigation has been launched following the death of a man in St Marys. Officers attached to Nepean Police Area Command were patrolling the St Marys area when they approached a man on Acacia Avenue, shortly before 10.30am today (Wednesday 23 December 2020).... The 20-year-old man ran from the officers into a nearby backyard where he reportedly threatened police. Initial reports suggest, a struggle ensued during which the man accessed one of the officer’s firearms before a second officer shot the man in the abdomen. Despite the efforts of police and NSW Ambulance paramedics, he died at the scene. One of the officers, a male senior constable, was also treated at the scene after being bitten by a dog during the incident. He has since been taken to hospital for further treatment. A critical incident team from Homicide Squad will now investigate all circumstances surrounding the incident. The investigation will be subject to an independent review. All information will be provided to the Coroner who will determine the cause of death and make any findings about the events leading to the man’s death. No further details are available at this time

14.01.2022 For the first time since December 15, NSW has recorded ZERO new locally acquired cases

13.01.2022 For the tenth consecutive day, NSW has reported no recent cases of locally transmitted COVID-19.

12.01.2022 RESTRICTIONS EASED IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS More people will be allowed to gather both at home and in outdoor public spaces, and smaller hospitality venues can increase their capacity under a major easing of COVID-19 restrictions. Premier Gladys Berejiklian said the people of NSW have demonstrated that by working together and following COVID-Safe protocols restrictions can safely be eased.... The community has done an incredible job this year under trying circumstances, Ms Berejiklian said. I hope these changes provide a boost to the hospitality industry and give people certainty in how they can celebrate safely with family, friends and colleagues over the Christmas and New Year period. From Tuesday, 1 December: Up to 50 people (currently 20) can visit a residence as long as an outdoor space is being utilised, however, it’s recommended no more than 30 people gather if the residence has no outdoor area. Up to 50 people can gather outdoors in a public space (currently 30). Small hospitality venues (up to 200 square metres in size) will be allowed to have one person per two square metres indoors. From Monday, 14 December: The Public Health Order requiring employers to allow employees to work from home (where it is reasonably practicable to do so) will be repealed. As employees return to the office, workplaces are encouraged to have COVID-Safe plans. Employers are encouraged to stagger staff starting and finishing times to reduce the impact on public transport. Customers using public transport are strongly encouraged to wear a mask. Deputy Premier John Barilaro said the increased capacity at smaller hospitality venues would make a big difference to cafés and small restaurants across the State. We won’t let this be the COVID that stole Christmas. An increase for gatherings at home and a return of the 2m2 rule for smaller hospitality venues, I hope, will be welcome news across the State. We want the people of NSW to have a proper festive season, they deserve it, Mr Barilaro said. Health Minister Brad Hazzard said the NSW Government has worked closely with the experts at NSW Health to ease restrictions safely for end of year celebrations. It’s important we work together to keep the community safe; so where possible gather together outdoors, get tested if you have any symptoms and if you are elderly or have underlying health issues you should be particularly cautious, Mr Hazzard said. NSW Chief Health Officer Dr Kerry Chant said as we head into the festive season there would be more people moving around the community, which means it is vital people continue to come forward for testing. More people will be hosting gatherings in their homes, going out for lunches and dinners and socialising so if you have any COVID-19 symptoms, however mild, please come forward for testing, Dr Chant said.

12.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: Santa has left the North Pole and is on his way to St Clair

12.01.2022 Has anybody lost a pet bird in the Jefferey Ave / Corio Drive area?

10.01.2022 ACCIDENT: Mamre Road Kemps Creek end - road closed both directions.

09.01.2022 Blackout on Banks. Anyone else?

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07.01.2022 Two charged as investigations continue into Erskine Park man’s death Two men have been charged as inquiries continue into the fatal stabbing of a man in Emu Plains earlier this week. About 8am on Thursday (24 September 2020), emergency services were called to a reserve on Russell Street, Emu Plains, after reports the body of a man had been located.... He has since been formally identified as a 23-year-old man from Erskine Park. A vehicle found crashed nearby was seized for forensic examination. Detectives from Nepean Police Area Command established Strike Force Mathinna to investigate the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. As part of inquiries, investigators arrested a 26-year-old man at a home on McCauley Crescent, Emu Plains, about 7.15pm and a 22-year-old man at a home on Monica Avenue, Hassle Grove, about 7.40pm yesterday (Friday 25 September 2020). The men were taken to Penrith and St Marys Police Station, respectively. Both were charged with conceal serious indictable offence of other and hinder investigation serious indictable offence of other. Police will allege in court that the men provided investigators false and misleading information regarding the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. They were refused bail to appear before Parramatta Bail Court today (Saturday 26 September 2020). Investigations continue.

07.01.2022 DIABETES STUDY PARTICIPANTS WANTED | Participants are sought for a potential new treatment for type 2 diabetes. Are you 40 or over with: type 2 diabetes and ... an established vascular disease and a HbA1c of 7.0-10.5%? If you meet the criteria and are interested in participating in a free study with an experimental treatment please call 02 4734 4553. Download the flyer for more information: https://bit.ly/33FnGSA

04.01.2022 Do you visit, live or work in the Nepean or Blue Mountains area? This includes Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Lithgow and Penrith Local Government Areas (LGAs). Mo...nitor for symptoms of COVID-19, even mild ones such as a runny nose or scratchy throat, and if they occur, get tested immediately and self-isolate. COVID-19 is still circulating in our community undetected. Some people with COVID-19 may have only mild symptoms, so we need to test as much as possible to ensure there’s no hidden community transmission. Testing is free, quick and easy. To find your nearest clinic, visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

02.01.2022 New restrictions will be introduced for Greater Sydney from 11.59pm tonight: Household gatherings will be limited to 10 visitors (until 11.59pm on Wednesday ...23 December). The one person per four square metre rule will be re-introduced for all indoor settings, including hospitality venues and places of worship. A cap of 300 people will apply for hospitality venues and places of worship. Singing and chanting performances in indoor venues will not be allowed. Dancefloors will not be permitted, except for weddings, when a maximum of 20 from the wedding party will be permitted. People across the Greater Sydney are also advised to wear masks in indoor settings such as shops and hospitality venues. People in the Greater Sydney area, including the Central Coast, Illawarra Shoalhaven and Nepean Blue Mountains regions, are also urged not to visit residential aged care facilities, disability services or vulnerable people unless it is critical. This advice will be re-assessed on Wednesday 23 December. Full details and regular updates available at: https://www.nsw.gov.au//what-you-can-and-cant-do-under-rul

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01.01.2022 DON’T FORGET: $200 fines start today Face masks are now mandatory in St Clair and Erskine Park in the following indoor settings: shopping (retail, supermarkets and shopping centres), public/shared transport, indoor entertainment (including cinemas and theatres), places of worship, hair and beauty premises. Face masks are mandatory for all staff in hospitality venues and casinos and for patrons using gaming services. Compliance will start from today, Monday, 4 January 2021 with $200 on the spot fines for individuals for non-compliance. Children under 12 are exempt but are encouraged to wear masks where practicable.

01.01.2022 MENINGOCOCCAL DISEASE | Stop meningococcal disease: 1. Know the symptoms. 2. See a doctor urgently. 3. Vaccinate at 12 months.... Learn more at https://www.health.nsw.gov.au//meningoc/Pages/default.aspx