Walking on Sunshine
It was a once in a lifetime photo that took Blaxland photographer Merryl Watkins by surprise. The moment a Sacred Kingfisher took flight before spreading its wings, frozen in time. “For a few days we had been hearing the calls of two sacred kingfishers as they were flying around the neighbourhood. For small birds they […]
Parents Corner
There are few more demanding parenting moments than dealing with a crying, red-faced, screaming child, especially in public spaces and other places where you have an audience. Here are my top tips for managing the notorious meltdown: 1. Prioritise safety. Wherever possible, remove objects, other children, or people from the surrounding space, instead of grabbing, […]
Paws A While
Watch Out! Snakes Are Out and About!! With the warmer weather upon us, snakes are coming out of hibernation. Your dog or cat may see a snake moving in the yard and its first instinct is to chase it. The snake may attack and bite your pet as a form of defence. Signs of snake […]
Health Matters
Last month we saw that ulcerative colitis (UC) patients suffer continuing diarrhoea, (unrelieved by over-the-counter medications), and often pass blood and puss in their stool (Ref) This article was inspired by ground-breaking UC research done in 1980 by Australian Associate professor William Roediger now at the University of Adelaide. Up until this work researchers had […]
Emu Heights Public School Celebrates 50th Anniversary
The mountains were rocking last month, with the sights and sounds that the Emu Heights area has never experienced before. Emu Heights Public School celebrated their 50th Anniversary with two events, both totally different on Friday 9th September and Saturday 10th September. The first event (held on the Friday) was a family/community event. Uncertainty reigned […]
Parents Corner
We live in an epidemic of violence against women, with one woman losing her life at the hands of a male partner or ex-partner every week in Australia. Violence starts with disrespect. When we excuse disrespect, it can escalate to aggression and abuse. Studies show that disrespectful attitudes take root in childhood. As parents, you […]
Paws A While
Friday 14th October 2022 is National Veterinary Nurse’s Day. It is great to acknowledge the hard work and efforts of our veterinary nurses. The nurses do a lot of work behind the scenes that you do not see or hear about. The nurses monitor the patients whilst under general anaesthetic, medicate animals whilst in hospital, […]
Health Matters
Most people have lower back pain at some point in their lives. Sometimes pain disappears after mild anti-inflammatory medication, a little rest, or light massage. But often it stays around and becomes a chronic (long lasting) form of back pain. At best, this type of pain can be an annoying ache that’s a bit better […]
New Multi-Million Dollar Hall Opened at Nepean CAPA High School
Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith has officially opened the new multi-million dollar hall at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School. Stuart Ayres said he was delighted to be at the school to see the completed multi-purpose hall. “It’s a great addition to Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School as it can be […]
Paws A While
Happy Fathers Day to all the human dads and dog dads! A few funny quotes to make you smile! Money can buy you a fine dog, but only love can make him wag his tail. No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich. Dogs just need […]