THE Minns Labor Government is delivering 341 new police recruits to help make NSW safer with the largest class in 13 years attesting at the Goulburn Police Academy. Class 367 is the third record-breaking class to attest in 2025, proof that the Minns Labor Government’s reforms to police pay and recruitment are making inroads to […]
15 January 2026
A lady bird found on a California poppy by Jenny Camilleri. Enter Penrith Council’s Penrith Wild Photo Competition! All you have to do is: • Take a photo of an animal or plant local to Penrith • Submit your photo by sharing it in a comment to a Penrith Wild Photo Competition Facebook post […]
15 January 2026
Jake Farnsworth Sydney Motorsport Park (SMSP) was the host venue for Round 2 of the St George Motorcycle Club Summer Night Series, featuring Unlimited F1, F2 and F3 classes, along with 600cc F1 and F2 and the Formula St George and Supersport 300cc/400cc. Several local riders from the Australian Superbikes (ASBK) series were in action […]
15 January 2026
WHEN Daniel Tran woke up on a CT scanner after a devastating fall at work, he didn’t know if he’d ever walk again; let alone stand at his own wedding. In February 2024, Daniel, a heavy machinery mechanic, fell nine metres from a scissor lift when one of the legs became unstable. He was rushed […]
08 January 2026
WELCOME to the world baby Jasper, Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District’s first baby of 2026, born at Nepean Hospital in the early hours of New Year’s Day. Proud parents Madeline and Seungjae welcomed their baby boy to mark a memorable and meaningful start to the year. As their very first baby, Jasper’s arrival made […]
08 January 2026
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator THE start of a new year is a natural time to reflect and reset. Many of us set goals for ourselves, but it’s also the perfect opportunity to think about our pets—who are very much part of our families. Including your pet in your New Year’s resolutions […]
08 January 2026
ADAPTED by Jessica Hanlon, “The Wizard of Oz” is set to enchant audiences at The Ruby Theatre in Penrith. Directed by Hanlon alongside Louise Gal, this beloved tale brings the magical journey of Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas, to life. Swept away by a tornado to the enchanting land of Oz, Dorothy embarks on […]
08 January 2026
Ti Fox with his two awards. RICHMOND’S Ti Fox (Concord GC) has taken out two prestigious awards at the 2025 Jack Newton Junior Golf (JNJG) Sponsors Day and Presentation Night, winning the Junior Vardon Trophy and the Junior Boy of the Year awards, after posting a season average of 70.00 in his outstanding year at […]
08 January 2026
Summer fun at Ripples on Australia Day. RIPPLES Aquatic and Leisure Centres at Penrith and St Marys are inviting the community to the biggest Australia Day pool party on Monday 26 January from 8am to 6pm! With a free, fun-filled program, visitors will enjoy interactive workshops, be captivated by circus performances, and participate in a […]
08 January 2026
Photo of the original Governor Bourke Inn curtesy of Blue Mountains Library By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. DINAH Fanny Jones of ‘’Telopea” Belmore Street in Penrith was the wife of John Jones and was born in January 1845 in the town of Lawson in the Blue […]
08 January 2026
