IT is with great sadness that Council has announced that former Mayor and Councillor Jim Aitken has passed away. Jim, a local businessman, was a Councillor for 28 years giving incredible service to the local community. He served as Mayor of the city and was a well-known successful businessman providing lots of local jobs.
04 October 2024
Multicultural NSW’s Stronger Together Grants Program opened this week. Multicultural and multifaith community groups in the Penrith district are encouraged to apply for a share in $500,000 to deliver grassroots Festivals and Events that foster community harmony and celebrate cultural diversity in 2024-2025. Eligible organisations can apply for grants of between $5,000 and $20,000 to […]
25 September 2024
Melissa McIntosh, Federal Member for Lindsay hosted the inaugural Lindsay Awards event at Quest Penrith last week. “We have the best community in the country, and I was so proud to recognise a few of our locals at the inaugural Lindsay Awards event, which brought together the finalists across six categories,” Mrs McIntosh said. “A […]
25 September 2024
LAST week Penrith MP Karen McKeown OAM had the pleasure of joining SecondBite for a special food delivery to Penrith’s Christ Mission Possible Inc. SecondBite is an Australian food rescue organisation dedicated to reducing and avoiding food waste in the Penrith community, which can create harmful greenhouse gases when it rots in landfills, and ensure […]
25 September 2024
AN unprecedented concert experience featuring some country songs to make you “Ye haaa!”. A one-of-a-kind musical event is coming to the John Lees Centre Friday 4th, Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th October 7pm plus a matinee performance on Sunday 6th at 3pm. “Country Night” The Ultimate Date Night promises an evening like no other, featuring […]
25 September 2024
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator WITH spring in full bloom, dog owners across Penrith are eager to get outside and enjoy the fresh air with their four-legged friends. Scattered throughout our suburbs, dog parks offer an excellent space for dogs to run free, play, and socialise. However, for these spaces to remain […]
25 September 2024
The food zone at Real Festival. PENRITH City will come alive this month with a vibrant mix of signature cultural events and world-class sporting competitions. From 20 to 22 September, over 40,000 residents and visitors are expected to flock to Penrith for a weekend that highlights our natural landscapes and premier venues. These events […]
19 September 2024
The Regatta Park playspace is now fully fenced. THERE is even more to enjoy along the Nepean River with the latest stage of Regatta Park now open. A new shared path connecting Regatta Park to the Bridge-to-Bridge loop, 17-space overflow car park, and more fencing around the playspace is complete. The central staircase leading to […]
19 September 2024
DIVE into a magical experience of music, storytelling, and dance by Penrith Conservatorium’s Richard Bonynge Ensemble featuring dancers from Glenbrook Ballet Theatre. A magical carnival where the animals are the stars and guests of all ages are warmly welcomed. Marvel at majestic lions, listen to braying mules, be charmed by a dancing elephant, and enjoy […]
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
