A repaired section of the riverbank on River Road, Emu Plains has reopened. PENRITH City Council has reopened a repaired section of the lower pathway along River Road, Emu Plains, restoring community access to part of the Great River Walk following flood damage in 2022. The reopened section is located opposite the Penrith Regional Gallery […]
22 January 2026
Presented by Jally Entertainment WITNESS the excitement and high energy of the 1970’s with the electrifying, Village People Experience! This dynamic, dazzling tribute features a live band, flamboyant costumes, and sensational performers capturing the true essence of The Village People. This is the ultimate tribute to themost iconic group of the disco – loving 70’s! […]
22 January 2026
Culture Fusion. COUNCIL’S free and popular multicultural event, Culture Fusion, is back for a third year to celebrate Penrith’s diverse community. This two-day festival will be held on Saturday 21 February and Sunday 22 February in St Marys. With a new central location in Queen Street, St Marys and extended event hours, Culture Fusion […]
22 January 2026
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator WITH the school year back in full swing, routines are settling in and households are finding their rhythm again. It’s also a great reminder that learning doesn’t just apply to kids — puppies benefit enormously from early education too. Those first few months of a puppy’s life […]
22 January 2026
LOCAL Government Areas across NSW will play host to 111 inspirational Australians on 26 January as the Australia Day Ambassador Program, the largest in the country, enters its 36th year. Set to take part in local events spanning the state, ambassadors for 2026 represent all facets of our community and what it means to […]
15 January 2026
AFTER an incredible 65 years at Guido’s Haircare, Guido will be semi-retiring at the end of January. While he’s stepping back, you’ll still see his friendly face every Tuesday in the salon. Guido would love to thank all his loyal customers for the years of support, chats, and memories. If you’d like to pop in […]
15 January 2026
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
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
