By Karen McKeown OAM IN the spirit of celebrating female empowerers, residents are encouraged to celebrate the positive and empowering role women play in the Penrith community by nominating them for the 2026 Local Woman of the Year Awards. The Local Woman of the Year Awards is an annual program that provides me with the […]
11 September 2025
THIS October, St Marys will welcome Brell House, a $20 million extension of the St Marys Diggers & Band Club that’s set to create new jobs, deliver modern spaces for families and locals, and provide a major boost to the region’s hospitality scene. Behind the project and with the full backing of the board is […]
11 September 2025
SPRING into the October school holidays at Penrith City Council’s popular Mini Makers events. With the vibrant atmosphere and wonderful array of free activities for the kids to enjoy, the last Mini Makers for the year will be unforgettable. From face painting to active games and craft activities all set to the backdrop of incredible […]
11 September 2025
Member for Penrith Karen McKeown OAM, Penrith Mayor Todd Carney and Council staff with Year 7 students from Cambridge Park High School who took part in this year’s Penrith Mayoral Challenge. ALLSOPP and Paterson Oval in Cambridge Park is set to receive a new playspace – and it’s developed by some of Penrith’s youngest and […]
03 September 2025
Cr Garion Thain joins Yahweh Care in opening the new St Marys facility, on behalf of Council and Mayor Todd Carney. Yahweh Care, a Western Sydney-based disability care provider, recently celebrated the opening of its new care facility for clients with disabilities in St Marys Town Centre. The facility, opened on Council land, hosts a […]
03 September 2025
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator RECENT heavy rainfall and the ongoing rise in rodent numbers have again placed Sydney dogs at greater risk of Leptospirosis, a dangerous bacterial disease. Local veterinarians are reminding pet owners to make sure their dogs are up to date with vaccinations to help prevent this potentially fatal […]
03 September 2025
314 police recruits – the largest class in 13 years – will be sworn into the NSW Police Force (NSWPF) today – bolstering frontline policing right across the state. The Minns Labor Government will officially welcome Class 366 to the NSWPF as they attest at the Goulburn Police Academy. The Premier said the record-breaking class […]
28 August 2025
Representatives from Emu Plains Little Athletics have shared their ideas and challenges on Leonay Oval with Federal Member for Macquarie, Susan Templeman, ahead of a masterplanning process for the facility. Ms Templeman committed $2.25 million in the lead up to the last election to fund resurfacing and drainage works, as well as prepare a masterplan […]
28 August 2025
Ruby Productions presents “Thanks… but no thanks” directed by Linda Holland. PERFORMANCE DATES September 5th, 6th, 13th, 20th 7pm and 14th 2pm Come on a musical journey with your host, Linda, as she revisits some of her audition experiences from the past 23 years, including professional and community theatre and reality TV shows. Joining Linda […]
28 August 2025
THE Minns Labor Government has slashed the number of permanent teacher vacancies by 61 per cent, ensuring thousands more NSW public school students are receiving a quality and consistent public education. Penrith MP Karen McKeown OAM said the news is even better locally; with a 73 per cent drop in vacancies across Penrith. “While there’s […]
21 August 2025
