Photo: www.facebook.com/Socceroos AT this week’s Council meeting, Penrith Mayor Todd Carney praised local Socceroo, Patrick Beach with a Mayoral Minute. “I’m delighted to share that one of our own is doing Penrith proud on the international sporting stage. From Glenmore Park to the world, Patrick Beach has quickly become a household name,” Mayor Carney said. […]
02 July 2026
THE Penrith NAIDOC Event returns to Jamison Park on Friday 10 July between 9am and 2pm. Penrith City Council created this year’s event program in consultation with First Nations people, paying respect to the Dharug and Gundungarra Traditional Owners, as well as all First Nations people who call Penrith home. Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said […]
02 July 2026
Students with Susan and the famous Lego man. (L-R): Hamish (Carpentry), Noah (Cabinet Making), Summer (Electrical) and Kalan (Carpentry). THE role of young workers in tackling the housing shortage was on the agenda during a recent visit by the Federal Member for Macquarie, Susan Templeman, to CathWest Innovation College at Emu Plains. Ms Templeman met […]
02 July 2026
By Penrith Valley Rotary Club President Jean Vranich THIS has been a tumultuous year, with the passing of one member and the loss of other valued members. I am proud, however, of the members that have remained and, who, through wonderful cooperation and caring and supporting of each other, have achieved wonderful outcomes for those […]
02 July 2026
A statement from the NSW Government THE 2026-27 NSW Budget delivers cost-of-living relief now, whilst continuing to rebuild the essential servicesand economic strength NSW relies on. Households are under severe pressure. Mortgages, rent, groceries and fuel costs are a constant challenge. This Budget is built on a simple principle: relief for today, reform for tomorrow. […]
25 June 2026
By Penrith Museum of Fire REMEMBERING Reg Varley: A Life of Service, Skill and Generosity The Museum of Fire community was deeply saddened by the recent passing of Reg Varley, a long-time volunteer, supporter and friend whose contribution to the Museum and the wider firefighting community spanned decades. Reg’s connection to firefighting began in 1974, […]
25 June 2026
AUSTRALIA’S ultimate Rock ‘n’ Roll Party Show is back and bursting with Retro Glam… it’s Rock ‘n’ Roll like never before seen! After thrilling audiences nationwide, Shake Rattle ‘n’ Roll returns in a glittering explosion of music, dance, and retro-razzle-dazzle! This all-singing, all-dancing full-blown stage spectacular takes you on a high-octane joyride through the 50’s […]
25 June 2026
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator GROWING older brings many changes for our canine companions. While it is normal for senior dogs to slow down physically, some may also experience changes in their mental function. This condition, known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD), is often compared to dementia in humans and can affect […]
25 June 2026
THE Albanese Government is investing $2.2 million to preserve our wartime heritage and honour veterans in local communities across Australia. Delivered through the Saluting Their Service Commemorative Grants Program, funding will go to 92 community-led projects aimed at helping Australians of all ages appreciate the sacrifices made in war, conflict and peacekeeping operations. One Giant […]
18 June 2026
Youth Mural at Gipps Street Recreation Precinct: Penrith Mayor Todd Carney joined artists Daniel Walton (Left) and Scott Nagy (Right) at Gipps Street Recreation Precinct to celebrate the completion of the new mural, alongside Hunter and Cooper Skillman, who helped design the mural during a workshop earlier this year. A VIBRANT new mural inspired by […]
18 June 2026
