PENRITH City Council has progressed a 20-year vision for Kingswood and Werrington to create vibrant, welcoming and connected centres that support the future growth of the community. The Kingswood-Werrington Structure Plan sets a long-term vision for the area, supported by the Kingswood-Werrington Place Plan which focuses on practical actions over the short-medium term. […]
01 October 2026
THE Penrith Panthers, a cornerstone of the New South Wales Rugby League (NSWRL) since their admission in 1967, have evolved from decades of struggle into one of the most dominant forces in rugby league history. After two decades of building their foundation, the club finally broke through to reach its first finals series. The early […]
01 October 2026
FORMER Nepean News Legend of the Nepean Garry Ayres was honoured with the presentation of a Quilt from Aussie Hero Quilts at The Royce on Saturday 26th October. The quilts are custom-made to reflect the life experiences of the recipient – in this case, Garry, where it reflected his dedicated military service, firstly in the […]
01 October 2026
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator AFTER more than 38 years working in the veterinary industry, I have spent much of my career helping families through some of the most difficult moments they will ever face with their pets. As a veterinary nurse, I have held countless paws, supported frightened animals, explained procedures […]
01 October 2026
Photo of the rectory in Gidley Street – Original Unknown By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. AT the Easter meeting of the St Mary Magdalene church at St Marys in 1885, a resolution was passed stating that a rectory should be built in the parish and in […]
01 October 2026
THE Nepean District Historical Society will be holding its Open Day at the Arms of Australia Inn, Museum, Corner Gardenia Avenue and Great Western Highway, Emu Plains on Sunday 25 October, 2026, from 10.00am to 3.00pm. Admission free. The original foundations of the Inn date back to 1826 when the building was an outhouse for […]
01 October 2026
12-Goal action from Kurri Burri. Photos by Noel Rowsell KURRI Burri Polo Club hosted its Spring tournament over 25-27 September, with 25 teams competing across five grades. The weather gave competitors and spectators a bit of everything… 35 degrees one day, followed by 19 degrees and rain the next! The action is about to get […]
01 October 2026
AT 4:25pm last Sunday, and with just 4 minutes remaining before halftime, Panther’s star halfback Nathan Cleary was the victim of a “hip-drop” tackle that shockingly saw him lay motionless, knowing instantly the magnitude of what had just taken place. A terrible compound fracture of his ankle saw an instant hush around the ground, and […]
01 October 2026
PENRITH is being called on to turn the town pink throughout October as the community comes together to raise funds and awareness for people affected by cancer. Penrith was selected by the McGrath Foundation as the first metropolitan area to take part in its Pink Up Your Town campaign, with local businesses, schools, community groups […]
25 September 2026
ST MARYS Rugby League Club is proud to have been inducted into the Variety Bash Hall of Fame, recognising more than 26 years of support, fundraising and commitment to Variety – the Children’s Charity. The recognition celebrates the Club’s long-standing involvement in the Variety Bash community, which began in 2000 when the St Marys Rugby […]
25 September 2026
