Action from Ivrea, Italy. Noemie Fox. JUST over a month since her history-making gold at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Noemie Fox has returned to the podium, claiming bronze in the Women’s Kayak Cross at the 2024 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup 4 in Ivrea, Italy. Kate Eckhardt was the only other Australian to reach […]
19 September 2024
Construction of Nepean Avenue pathway. A safer, more inviting and connected Great River Walk experience is now a step closer with construction of the new pedestrian pathway on Nepean Avenue now underway. The project, which is funded by Penrith City Council and the NSW Government, aims to address pedestrian safety issues on the road […]
12 September 2024
Whether it is helping women who live with chronic health conditions or supporting women and families on their fertility journey, local MP Melissa McIntosh said the Liberal Party recognises that more work is needed to get the policy settings right. In line with this commitment to Australian women, the Deputy Leader of the Opposition and […]
12 September 2024
TANYA Davies MP, Member for Badgerys Creek, visited Sunnyfield Disability Services in Kemps Creek to celebrate Sunnyfield’s purchase of a new wheelchair modified van, courtesy of $30,000 in funding through the 2023 round of the Community Building Partnership Program. Mrs Davies had strongly supported this funding request for a new wheelchair modified van to help […]
12 September 2024
‘It Happens’ in action on Sydney Harbour. Photo supplied by Craig Young. THE combined Penrith/Richmond crew of racing yacht ‘It Happens’ have finished in 2nd spot in the 2024 CYCA Spring Series. Co-owner Craig Young (Penrith) said “The Series was a mixed bag of conditions, including rain, storms, sunshine and freezing winds. Race 1 was […]
12 September 2024
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator Spring is a time of renewal and growth, but it also brings hidden hazards for our pets. While we enjoy warmer weather, blossoming gardens, and outdoor activities, it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers that Spring gardens pose to our furry friends. One of the […]
12 September 2024
BY LEANNE MORGAN THE iconic Train in the carpark of St Marys Diggers Club, how often have you driven past and thought “I wonder what it actually is?” or “What is it that goes on there?” Saturday 21st September is the day that you can find out. VVAA St Marys Outpost Veterans’ Centre is opening […]
12 September 2024
Group of migrants on MV Toscana at Trieste, 1954 courtesy of the Australian National Maritime Museum. By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. After World War Two, many Europeans chose to migrate to more appealing, safe and accessible locations and one location was Australia. Migrants fleeing from persecution […]
12 September 2024
Cr Todd Carney and Prue Car MP. OVER 7,500 community members and visitors joined Penrith City Council to celebrate the long-awaited opening of the Gipps Street Recreation Precinct over the weekend. The 32-hectare sport and recreation precinct in Claremont Meadows was officially opened by Council and the NSW Government, with a special plaque unveiled to […]
06 September 2024
THE most popular family in Penrith have been honoured this week – the fabulous Fox family! “You might know Jess and Noemie Fox – the sisters who brought home three Olympic gold medals this year – but their family’s legacy runs deep. Their parents, Richard and Myriam, are both multi-world canoe slalom champions,” said […]
06 September 2024
