By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator HALLOWEEN is a time for fun, costumes, and sweet treats—but for our pets, it can also be confusing, frightening, and even dangerous. While we enjoy the spooky celebrations, it’s important to remember that our furry family members experience the night very differently. With a few simple precautions, […]
30 October 2025
THE City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch will be conducting their annual ‘Christmas Toy Drive – 2025’ to support local children of Veterans in need. “Our immediate focus is to support the children cared for by ‘Nepean Legacy’, local ADF member children and community children in need,” a spokesperson from the sub-Branch said. “Donations of presents […]
23 October 2025
THE NSW Government has implemented innovative ultrasonic technology and a stormwater diversion system to improve water quality and help tackle blue-green algae at one of Sydney’s most significant aquatic recreation and sporting sites at Penrith Lakes. Spanning 1,940 hectares, Penrith Lakes includes 750 hectares of freshwater lakes and features the Sydney International Regatta Centre and […]
23 October 2025
Penrith City Council officer speaking with local residents in Kingswood. PENRITH City Council is setting its sights on planning for the future of Penrith’s East-West Corridor, which will welcome more people and jobs over the next 20 years. Kingswood and Werrington are the two main centres within this corridor, which runs between Penrith Lakes […]
23 October 2025
SYMPHONIC SERIES IVSaturday 8 November 2025Concert Hall BRAHMS & BORODIN Originally conceived as part of a larger operatic score, the Polovtsian Dances present an exhilarating spectacle for orchestra, followed by the soaring Romanticism of Khachaturian. Lara Dowdeswell appears as soloist in Saint-Saëns mellifluous and virtuosic violin showpiece, the Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso dazzles with its […]
23 October 2025
Cranebrook Little Athletes Sarah Galea, Charlotte Harrison and Ram Nidharsana. Photo supplied by Cranebrook Little A’s. CRANEBROOK Little Athletics is jumping into the new season with a $3,700 grant from Coles to support aspiring athletes and community volunteers. Cranebrook was one of 72 grassroots Little Athletics Centres across Australia, recently announced as a successful recipient […]
23 October 2025
WESTFIELD destinations across Australia and New Zealand have announced their Westfield Local Heroes for 2025, celebrating individuals and their organisations who have made a significant impact in their communities. The Westfield Local Heroes for 2025 at Westfield Penrith are: Recipient of the $20,000 grant: • Lana Borg, Mama Lana’s Community Foundation: Lana Borg is […]
16 October 2025
By Jo Tomic, St Marys Town Centre Manager EXPERIENCE where magic intertwines with community spirit, a tradition that has thrived since 2011! This annual spooktacular celebration is dedicated to forging delightful connections between local businesses and the community. Our fabulous trail transforms Halloween into a safe, fun-filled extravaganza, strengthening ties along the bustling Queen Street. […]
16 October 2025
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator AS the warm weather rolls in and temperatures begin to soar, it’s not just people feeling the heat — our pets often struggle with it well before we do. Dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, and birds are especially sensitive to rising temperatures, and without the ability to […]
16 October 2025
THE jolly man in red is returning to the Hawkesbury Companion Animal Shelter for its third year to take your annual furr-mily Christmas snaps. Mark your calendars and get your festive outfits ready, because Sants Paws will arrive in his pet friendly sleigh this November and will join families for their photos on Friday 14, […]
10 October 2025
