Eileen with children and cousins (above) and the Smith family girls (below). Photos supplied. THE Easter Weekend had an additional celebration at the Penrith Bowling Club for the family and friends of Eileen Hill, whoturned 100 years of age on 19thApril. Her daughter Dianne Notton said “The big day is over. After an exhausting weekend, […]
01 May 2025
LOCAL butcher Gourmet Meat Company has once again emerged victorious at this year’s Royal Easter Show. The esteemed butcher shop has claimed the coveted first prize for its exceptional meat grading, earning the prestigious first prize for the second year running! The win at the Royal Easter Show, renowned for its stringent judging criteria and […]
01 May 2025
EVERYONE in the earthmoving business knows how important it is to stay right up-to-date with the latest machinery, tools and technology. The contracting market is competitive. However, whilst there’s no shortage of online advice, information and experts out there who are willing to share their knowledge, there is no substitute for face-to-face time with people […]
01 May 2025
WITH the NRL competition about to enter the 9th round (Magic round) I thought I’d take a look at the season thus far and give my thoughts on some of the pertinent happenings of the 8 rounds already played. It’s anyone’s comp! After 8 rounds of footy you’ve gotta say that this year has been […]
01 May 2025
Summer Knowles in action. Photo courtesy of Click InFocus. RYAN Knowles reports it’s been a blockbuster start to the year for Nepean Hockey, with a wave of local talent representing New South Wales across national and international arenas, in both indoor and outdoor formats. Indoor Nationals – Canberra January 2025 The Hockey Australia Indoor Nationals […]
01 May 2025
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator OVER the past month, we’ve noticed a rise in itchy dogs coming through our doors. Itchy skin is a frequent issue for dog owners and can often signal an underlying health problem. A dog’s skin and coat are a window into their overall health, so ongoing scratching […]
01 May 2025
Photo of the Demountable Buildings at St Marys High School in 1957 courtesy of State Archives NSW. By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. IN 1962 “Freedom Park” had been chosen by Mr William J Eason the Principal of St Marys High School and proposed by him at […]
01 May 2025
ONCE again, St Marys RSL sub-Branch were able to supply an enthusiastic team of ‘packers’ to assist RSL Australia in putting together 400 packs of ‘goodies’ as an Easter/ANZAC gift for our overseas deployed ADF personnel. “Thank you to 39 OSB at Randwick (the CO, RSM, Julee and Robo in particular) for hosting and to […]
24 April 2025
Maggie Taouk (WHA), Jemma Pigott (WHA), David Trist OAM, Edward Lopez, Poppy. Nepean CrossFit is conducting a 24-hour national fitness fundraiser on Saturday 26th – Sunday 27th April, honouring fallen service members and supporting veterans and first responders. Teams of 6 will complete 24 hero workouts over 24 hours. This event originated at Nepean CrossFit […]
24 April 2025
Congratulations to the Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge group led by Peta Bull who completed their 10 day trek – a great achievement! A special welcome home shoutout from Penrith RSL and the City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch, who sent two of the participants – Shayla and Xandah. A big congratulations on completing the Kokoda Youth […]
24 April 2025
