THIS week Penrith City Council recognised Penrith’s three outstanding residents named on the 2026 Australia Day Honours List. Mayor Clr Todd Carney thanked the recipients for their contributions to the City and beyond in a special Mayoral Minute. • Emu Plains resident Farah Madon was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for […]
05 February 2026
CONSTRUCTION of a new Child and Adolescent Mental Health Unit at Nepean Hospital is nearing completion as the Minns Government works to improve access to mental healthcare across New South Wales. The purpose-built unit, delivered as part of the NSW Government’s $700 million Statewide Mental Health Infrastructure Program, will provide specialist mental healthcare to young […]
05 February 2026
EVERYONE is invited to Summer Open Day at Lewers: Penrith Regional Gallery from 10am-2pm on Saturday 14 February, with a day of free activities on the closing weekend of The Pool Show, a river is a witness and MEGAPIXEL exhibitions. The hands-on, artist-led activities for all ages include water play inspired by Mike Hewson’s Bush […]
05 February 2026
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator FOR many Australians, dogs are more than pets — they are family. From loyal companions curled up at our feet to energetic puppies racing across the backyard, dogs bring joy, comfort and connection to our lives. But behind the scenes, not all dogs have the same story. […]
05 February 2026
JOIN us this Saturday for a very special event hosted by Mark ‘MG’ Geyer and MG Activ: the “Walk For Tobes” This 20km charity walk will take place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 7 AM, in honour of much-loved and missed Toby Hughes, with proceeds benefiting The Heart Foundation Australia. Route: 9 laps around […]
29 January 2026
THE Minns Labor Government is delivering more than $200 million in school upgrades and maintenance works over the summer holidays, with students at hundreds of schools set to return to new and improved classrooms and facilities for the start of Term 1, 2026. Almost 850 public schools across NSW have benefited from works delivered during […]
29 January 2026
BEN Lee is back! After his sold-out Awake is the New Sleep 20th Anniversary Tour, this ARIA Award-winning musician is bringing three decades of iconic hits to The Joan, Penrith for one-night only.. From Catch My Disease to We’re All in this Together, Ben Lee’s timeless songs have defined generations, alongside chart-toppers like Breathing Tornados, […]
29 January 2026
A repaired section of the riverbank on River Road, Emu Plains has reopened. PENRITH City Council has reopened a repaired section of the lower pathway along River Road, Emu Plains, restoring community access to part of the Great River Walk following flood damage in 2022. The reopened section is located opposite the Penrith Regional Gallery […]
22 January 2026
Presented by Jally Entertainment WITNESS the excitement and high energy of the 1970’s with the electrifying, Village People Experience! This dynamic, dazzling tribute features a live band, flamboyant costumes, and sensational performers capturing the true essence of The Village People. This is the ultimate tribute to themost iconic group of the disco – loving 70’s! […]
22 January 2026
Culture Fusion. COUNCIL’S free and popular multicultural event, Culture Fusion, is back for a third year to celebrate Penrith’s diverse community. This two-day festival will be held on Saturday 21 February and Sunday 22 February in St Marys. With a new central location in Queen Street, St Marys and extended event hours, Culture Fusion […]
22 January 2026
