By Tony Fryer Remembrance Day is certainly a time when we reflect on the sacrifices that, over the years, many in our Military have incurred in (or as a result of) conflict whilst serving our unique nation, Australia. But let’s not forget all those in the families of these women and men … the sacrifices […]
09 November 2023
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator SPRING is the time of year when many of us attend to our gardens and get out the weed sprays and snail baits. But be aware that while these products may save your garden, they may harm (or even kill) your pet, even if they are labelled […]
09 November 2023
Penrith Mayor Todd Carney demonstrating the ‘Changing Places’ facility that is fitted in the new amenities building. PENRITH City Council has unveiled a new amenities building at David Currie Playspace in St Clair, placing accessibility at the forefront of its design. Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said the amenities building is a welcome new feature and […]
03 November 2023
(L-R) Penrith OzTag President Jamie Howard, Penrith City Council Capital Projects Director James Symonds, Penrith City Council General Manager Andrew Moore, Member for Penrith Karen McKeown OAM MP, Penrith Mayor Todd Carney, Penrith Touch Association Treasurer Kris Currie and Penrith Touch Association President Glenn Fabian attend the sod turn for the new amenities building at […]
03 November 2023
Penrith City Council General Manager Andrew Moore, Penrith Deputy Mayor Mark Davies and Member for Penrith Karen McKeown OAM MP standing on the new River Road in Emu Plains. DRIVERS and pedestrians are set to benefit from the completion of the realignment of River Road in Emu Plains, which marks the latest milestone in the […]
03 November 2023
Geoff Zhang. THIS month’s Morning Melodies at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre brings together three up-and-coming performers featuring Alex Blandino, Geoff Zhang and Daniel Tambasco. Award-winning vocalist Alex Blandino performs a wide range of songs from musical theatre to popular including ‘Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again’ from The Phantom of The Opera and […]
03 November 2023
THE NSW Government is celebrating the right of every child to play and do the things they love this Children’s Week. Children’s Week is held from 21 October to 29 October. This year’s theme is ‘Children have the right to relax, play and take part in activities they enjoy’. Research shows that access to play […]
26 October 2023
Werrington Downs’ residents will soon have an exciting new playspace to enjoy, with the design for the Jim Anderson Park playspace upgrade finalised. Two draft design concepts were shared with the community and the most popular choice was the castle-themed playspace! In response to this feedback, a castle-themed play unit, complete with an arch bridge […]
26 October 2023
PENRITH City Council is pleased to present two new strategies to build on the vision for a city where people can live, work and play. Both the draft Economic Development Strategy and the Visitor Economy Strategy are now on exhibition from 11 October to 8 November 2023 to seek feedback, and for the community to […]
26 October 2023
IN a recent survey conducted by Sydney Zoo, alarming statistics emerged concerning the financial strain on Australian families due to the rising cost of living. The findings revealed that 89% of respondents, are feeling the financial pinch, and almost 60% are encountering financial stress due to childcare expenses. Additionally, almost half of respondents reported relying […]
26 October 2023
