An aerial view of Gipps Street. Penrith City Council is encouraging local sporting clubs and associations to submit their Expressions of Interest (EOI) for use of the new sports facilities in the Gipps Street Recreation Precinct. The 32-hectare precinct will offer a variety of high-quality, floodlit sports infrastructure when it opens in mid-2024 including: • […]
23 March 2024
THE Dawson Mall Project is the visible start of something really big for Mount Druitt, a significant contribution to a larger transformation of Mount Druitt city centre by Blacktown City Council. It adds to the over $100 million dollars worth of projects, funded by Council, with the support of the NSW and Australian Governments. Blacktown […]
23 March 2024
THE NSW Government is moving ahead with its election commitment to recruit an additional 250 (FTE) school counsellors, with 86 new school counsellors and psychologists starting work in NSW public schools at the beginning of this school year amid a 35% drop in vacancies since last year. The improvement comes after the NSW Government abolished […]
23 March 2024
The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre is thrilled to present Re:Classical by Omega Ensemble. Omega Ensemble has been hailed as ‘the best chamber music outfit in town’ by the Sydney Morning Herald and ‘one of Australia’s most exciting and forward-thinking ensembles’ by Limelight. Acclaimed composer and innovator Max Richter’s chart-topping global sensation, Four Seasons Recomposed, […]
23 March 2024
Esteemed St Marys Leagues Club President Warren Smith OAM chose the Season Launch on Saturday 9th March to announce his retirement from the role at the end of the month. After 38 years of dedicated service to the Club, 35 of those as President, Mr Smith decided to step down from his role, leaving behind […]
17 March 2024
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator Our homes are enriched by the comforting presence of our furry companions, who, over the years, have bestowed upon us a profound gift – a lifetime of unwavering love. As our pets gracefully transition into their golden years, it becomes our noble duty to repay their loyalty […]
17 March 2024
THE state’s newest beach will remain open to the public for another month as the warm days continue across Western Sydney. Penrith Beach has been a massive hit with local residents, with almost 200,000 people visiting the temporary activation to cool off since its opening in December 2023, and an average of 5,000 people continuing […]
08 March 2024
Western Sydney residents enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding at Penrith Beach over the first weekend in March. Supported by Paddle Australia ambassador, Olympian Jess Fox OAM, who attended both days, the first-time event was hailedas a success by organisers and promoters. The free paddle activation was delivered by experienced Emu Plains operator, Horizon Line […]
08 March 2024
Councillor Tricia Hitchens presents 2023 Citizen of the Year Royce Simmons with his award. Nominations are now open for the 2024 Local Celebration Awards. The Local Celebration Awards program is Penrith City Council’s opportunity to shine a light on the unsung heroes in our community. The Awards recognise people of all ages who go above […]
08 March 2024
Community members enjoying Penrith’s new City Park in the City Centre. The Penrith community is invited to a special event to celebrate the opening of City Park on Saturday 16 March 2024. Penrith City Council is hosting a free garden party from 10am until 3pm, with family-friendly activities including mini golf and face painting, a […]
01 March 2024
