GLOBAL RESEARCH CENTRE AT DEAKIN
New R&D centre
ADVANCED manufacturing company Quickstep Holdings, at Bankstown Airport, has established a global research and development centre at Deakin University. The centre will manage ongoing development of all Quickstep technologies and intellectual property, supporting the company's aerospace and automotive facilities in Australia and Germany. R&D activity currently undertaken at Quickstep's Munich facility will be relocated to the centre.
MODIFICATIONS FOR ROSEHILL RACECOURSE
$4.8 million plan
PROPOSED modifications costing $4.8 million to the JR Fleming Grand Stand, at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse, include construction of a bridge link between Level 1 and the Grandstand seating, installation of a new betting ring enclosure, construction of a new entrance portal and alterations to the Ascot restaurant.a
PENRITH COMMUNITY VENUES FOR HIRE
Lock in hall hire for 2016
PENRITH Community groups and businesses who want to hire a community centre or hall for 2016 are encouraged to apply now. Mayor Ross Fowler OAM said the city boasted a number of premier venues for hire, with most offering air-conditioning. “It’s great that Council can support our lively and close-knit community by providing affordable hire of local facilities,’’ he said. This year almost 200 groups used Council facilities, including playgroups, dance groups, yoga, youth activities and seniors groups.” With about 40 community facilities available for hire across Penrith, community groups can nominate their preferred regular meeting space for next year. Local businesses can also use facilities offering affordable office and meeting space. There are a range of spaces available to suit small to large activities and new groups are always welcome to book. Check out the features of each facility at www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au Or phone 4732 8021.