By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. THE start of May 1882 seemed to bring out the anger in some of the men in the district, all due to the ‘demon‘ drink. At Penrith Police Court seven men and boys were sentenced for ‘obscene language’ – John Johnson, […]
19 March 2026
CELEBRATING its tenth anniversary, the Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo is on again at the Sydney Dragway, Eastern Creek from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th April 2026. Whether you are a construction contractor, operate a business in earthmoving or landscaping and public space management, or just love being around big machinery, this huge annual event […]
19 March 2026
AS I sit to write my final column of 2025, I think back to the year I’ve had personally and it’s tinged with sorrow and sadness. Fresh on my mind is the attack we’ve all just witnessed at Bondi. Words actually can’t explain my angst in the way in which terror has found its way […]
18 December 2025
Panthers U14 players and siblings. Photo supplied by Jeff Cooper. THE Penrith Panthers Under 14 Girls representative basketball team has returned home from the Australian U14 Club Championships in Perth (WA), richer for the experience but without a title. The young Panthers suffered a crushing 73-31 loss to the eventual Silver Medallists Bulleen Boomers in […]
23 October 2025
MOVIE lovers and makers are set to swap popcorn for purl stitches as Glenbrook Cinema transforms into a hub of creativity and community spirit this month. The Creative Fringe’s Knitflix 2025 event will see crafters of all skill levels come together to watch Downton Abbey – The Grand Finale while knitting or crocheting for a […]
10 October 2025
THE opening two days of the 2025 International Canoe Federation (ICF) Canoe Slalom World Cup in La Seu d’Urgell, Spain were full of surprises, as the world’s best paddlers got a taste of the newly-introduced single heat format that will be implemented in the Kayak (K1) and Canoe (C1) events in this year’s World Cup […]
13 June 2025
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator Spring is a time of renewal and growth, but it also brings hidden hazards for our pets. While we enjoy warmer weather, blossoming gardens, and outdoor activities, it’s important to be aware of the potential dangers that Spring gardens pose to our furry friends. One of the […]
12 September 2024
Visiting the Emergency Department (ED) at Nepean Hospital can sometimes be a lonely, intimidating and frightening experience, especially if you’ve attended for a potentially life-altering ailment or injury. However, a group of volunteers, consisting of members of the Rotary Club of the Lower Blue Mountains and community members, are on hand to offer assistance where […]
09 May 2024
Western Sydney residents enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding at Penrith Beach over the first weekend in March. Supported by Paddle Australia ambassador, Olympian Jess Fox OAM, who attended both days, the first-time event was hailedas a success by organisers and promoters. The free paddle activation was delivered by experienced Emu Plains operator, Horizon Line […]
08 March 2024
Community members enjoying Penrith’s new City Park in the City Centre. The Penrith community is invited to a special event to celebrate the opening of City Park on Saturday 16 March 2024. Penrith City Council is hosting a free garden party from 10am until 3pm, with family-friendly activities including mini golf and face painting, a […]
01 March 2024
