How to Prepare for NAPLAN (it’s not what you think)
The very mention of the acronym NAPLAN, which stands for National Assessment Program – Literacy And Numeracy, can evoke a myriad of emotions amongst parents, teachers and students. The controversial series of tests covering skills in reading, writing, spelling, grammar, punctuation and numeracy has been around since 2008 and targets students in year 3, 5, […]
Sarah’s Brave Shave
The World’s Greatest Shave is one of Australia’s biggest fundraisers. The annual event, which first began in 1998, is where family, friends, businesses and individuals come together to raise money by getting sponsored to be brave and shave, colour or wax their heads, chest or face to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation. For local […]
Jordan Springs Retirement Village Launch
Last month, as the storm clouds surrounded the area, the planned event to introduce the new retirement village at Jordan Springs to its very first visitors looked like it was going to be a washout. However, right as the event started, the sun came streaming through the clouds and a lovely blue sky appeared! The […]
The Healthy Body Company – Four Years in Jordan Springs
Four years ago, The Healthy Body Company launched in Jordan Springs. As the first location for a new brand, the health precinct in Jordan Springs was ideal. Originally opening with just one physio, the practice was open four days per week. “The last four years have flown by. Working with other health professionals in the […]
Through Matthew’s Eyes
Ropes Crossing Photographer Matthew Lynch has an eye for detail. Picking up his camera, the talented local knows how to capture beauty in everything he sees behind the lens. Matthew’s interest with photography began at an early age, when growing up in the Blue Mountains. “I’ve always had an interest in photography for as long […]
Local Netball Club Ready for Third Season
As Jordan Springs Netball Club prepares for a new season, their third in the Penrith District Netball Association Competition, the local Club is set to have their best year ahead on the court. Last season saw 120 players across 16 teams, with eight senior teams and eight junior teams ranging from the Under 8’s to […]
School Holiday Struggles
As the school holidays are fast approaching, parents are considering what options they have regarding care and entertainment for their children during the two weeks they are not at school. For many families, the option to take leave from work is not a viable one and they are left to find appropriate options that are […]
Jordan Springs Public School Construction Begins
Western Sydney resident and member of the NSW Legislative Council Shayne Mallard MP, together with Liberal candidate for Londonderry Belinda Hill, officially launched construction works for the new $55 million Jordan Springs Public School last month. “This new school will take 600 students with the capacity to extend to 1000 students in the future” Shayne […]
Lions Regional Youth of the Year
The Regional Final of the long running Youth of the Year Program will be held locally for the first time, at Leonay Golf Club on Sunday 3rd March. The contestants are Connor Thorpe representing St Paul’s Grammar sponsored by Emu Plains Lions Club, Emma Hogan of Glenmore Park representing Glenmore Park High School and sponsored […]
Strikers Give Back to Local School
The Ropes Crossing Strikers FC have donated $1,500 to Ropes Crossing Public School, after the local club successfully ran free football clinics over three days to all the students recently. For the second year running, the partnership saw volunteers from the Ropes Crossing Strikers FC attend the school to assist with the program. This year […]