Add from the Nepean Times Newspaper. By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. IN August 1916 a fire resulted in the complete destruction of premises occupied by Mr E Summons in the middle of High Street in Penrith who had a boot and shoe retailer and repair establishment. […]
23 October 2024
Deputy Mayor Cr Ross Fowler OAM and Penrith Mayor Cr Todd Carney. Penrith Councillor Todd Carney has been elected unopposed as Mayor of the City for a second consecutive term at tonight’s Ordinary Meeting of Council, with Councillor Ross Fowler OAM elected as Deputy Mayor. Cr Carney will serve as Mayor for the next two […]
17 October 2024
(L-R) Elizabeth Spanos, Joshua Montillano and Susan Bor. Westfield destinations across Australia and New Zealand have announced 2024’s Westfield Local Heroes, welcoming communities to celebrate the incredible contribution these individuals make to their local community. The Westfield Local Heroes for 2024 at Westfield Penrith include: Recipient of the $20,000 grant: • Elizabeth Spanos, Penrith Community […]
17 October 2024
Locomotive #218 at Bottom Points Station. Photo by Noel Rowsell Lithgow’s Zig Zag Railway will celebrate its 155th anniversary this month, with a special event on Saturday 19th October designed to bring the whole community together, followed by a Halloween Ghost Ride on 26th October. With heritage bus and carnival rides, local artisan markets, entertainment […]
17 October 2024
LOOK out ladies, the hunks from Sydney Hotshots are back to sizzle and seduce for one night only with a brand-new killer show. The 2-hour production is a visual feast, choreographed and developed by Australia’s leading professionals. Our hand-picked selection of dreamy guys will have the ladies up from their chairs, screaming for more, night […]
17 October 2024
Stonecutters Ridge are the reigning champions in Junior Pennant. Photo courtesy of Stonecutters Ridge GC THE 2024 JNJG Junior Pennant and Encourage Shield Pennant competitions commenced on Sunday 13th October, with Penrith GC and reigning premiers Stonecutters Ridge GC both entering teams in Junior Pennant. Both clubs have also each entered a team in Encourage […]
17 October 2024
THE Minns Labor Government states they are helping to make renting fairer for 12,245 tenants in Penrith. The Government’s suite of new measures will be introduced to the Parliament in October. “The NSW Government is also launching a petition calling on renters in NSW to show their support for making renting fairer for everybody,” said […]
10 October 2024
Nepean Blue Mountains Health’s Needle & Syringe team members recently got their art on and gave an old power box a glow up. The vibrant mural shows people gathered in yarning circles, symbolising unity and respect – a great way to represent the team! Not only does it make for an easier and more accessible […]
10 October 2024
Penrith City Council is thrilled to announce that the Real Festival 2024, held on September 20 and 21 at Tench Reserve, drew 45,000 attendees over the two days. With great weather, the stunning backdrop of the Nepean River and a jam-packed program, it’s no surprise that festival-goers flocked to Penrith to enjoy this year’s festivities. […]
10 October 2024
THE Sum of Us by David Stevens, directed by Anthony Brown, will grace the stage at The Ruby Theatre this October. This heart-warming and bittersweet comedy offers performances on the 18th, 19th, 25th, and 26th at 7 pm, with matinee shows on the 20th and 27th at 3 pm. Written by Australian playwright and Academy […]
10 October 2024
