IN 1786, at the age of eight, Hummel went to live and study with Mozart in Vienna. During his two years as a lodger in the family’s apartment in the Domgasse, he would have listened many times to his teacher singing, humming and trying out the odd phrase from the music composed and performed which […]

IT is an event I’ve been attending for decades; my mother loved it, I love it, my kids love it and now their kids love it – the St Marys Spring Festival is always jam-packed with festival fun for all ages. It is the turning point from winter to warmer weather, and it has been […]

Are you looking for a great family Day Out? Then look no further, the 36th All Holden Day is revving up for another spectacular event to be held on the Sunday 4th August at the Hawkesbury Showground, Racecourse Road, Clarendon. The annual event kicks off with a swap meet on Saturday 3th August with lots […]

Celebrate the early years of the famed Sun Records with Sun Rising, The Birth of Rock and Roll at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith on Saturday 3 August at 2pm and 7.30pm. Since their first show a decade ago, Melbourne band Sun Rising have played to critical acclaim as they celebrate and pay […]

Introduction Glenmore Village, the latest addition to the retail landscape of Glenmore Park, was officially opened by Councillor Todd Carney, Mayor of Penrith, and Tanya Davies MP, Member for Badgerys Creek, on 26 June 2024. This opening marks a significant milestone for the community, ushering in a new era of connectivity and convenience. In the […]

Exciting news for Penrith residents and visitors alike! A new café, restaurant, and bar, Long’s House, is set to open its doors in mid-July, promising a delightful addition to the local dining scene. Located at 89-151 Castlereagh St, Castlereagh, inside Sydney Helicopters, Long’s House is gearing up to serve breakfast,lunch, and dinner, offering a versatile […]

A group of young dancers from Glenbrook Ballet Theatre travelled to Sydney to compete in the prestigious Sydney Eisteddfod at the weekend. The group were awarded winners of the Open Age Small Group Classical Ballet section. This monumental achievement highlights the skill, perseverance, and artistry of the young dancers, aged 14 to 17. The Sydney […]

IN support of the Black Dog Ride, get set for a local motorcycle event on Sunday, 23rd June 2024. The event begins at 9 am, with the last bike departing by 10 am. Riders will meet at Brooks Jordan Springs, located at 3989 Lakeside Parade, Jordan Springs, to embark on an unforgettable journey to the […]

Manufactor is thrilled to announce the launch of the No Way Jose Indian-Mexican food truck at its Penrith site ahead of a permanent restaurant opening later this year. With its innovative cuisine mashup, No Way Jose adds a new flavour to the lineup of cult F&B offerings already on site at Manufactor, and brings a […]

AUSTRALIA’S biggest and best comedy spectacular is setting off on its 26th annual road trip to bring the finest talents from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival 2024 to the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith on Tuesday 18 June at 7:30pm. Featuring a stellar line-up of beloved comedy royalty alongside some of the freshest sensations, […]