I was very honoured to represent Nepean News recently when I was asked to be a judge in the Mother of The Year award at the Nepean Foundation’s Annual Mothers Day Ball. Presented by the Penrith & Nepean Rotary club, the sold-out event was held at St Marys Band Club last month. The focus was […]
19 June 2024
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 […]
19 June 2024
Cheryl and Jim on a raft trip in Banff. CHERYL Devine is the President of the Emu Plains Lions Club, a Life Member of the Emu Plains Netball Club and a Life Member of the Emu Plains Little Athletics Club. She was born at Penrith Hospital (the old Governor Phillip Hospital) and has lived her […]
19 June 2024
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator Dogs are incredible communicators, using a language that goes beyond barks and tail wags. Recognising the subtle cues in their body language is essential for building a strong and trusting bond with our furry companions. Understanding when a dog is happy, depressed, fearful, or stressed can pave […]
19 June 2024
Drawing and information of “Toby” Ryan courtesy of Parliament of NSW website. By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. The floods in the district in the early 1860’s was catastrophic back then. The papers reported that in Penrith in February 1860 the flood washed away three of the […]
19 June 2024
Reigning world champion Jessica Fox OAM will take winning form into the Paris Olympics, after taming an unruly Krakow course to take the Women’s Kayak (WK1), Canoe (WC1) and Kayak Cross titles at the International Canoe Federation Canoe Slalom World Cup. Jess’ feat of three gold medals at one World Cup meet was an historic […]
19 June 2024
Photo courtesy of Nick Jones / Rowing Australia Australia were crowned Kings and Queens of Poznan, after a World Cup Gold rush on the weekend. The Australian Rowing Team (ART) has finished on top of the medal tally at World Rowing Cup III in Poznan, Poland, claiming 11 medals out of 13 events, including six […]
19 June 2024
Penrith Council posted about cost of living challenges on social media. “The reality is that 1/3 of Australians are currently experiencing financial hardship and/or food insecurity.” If you or someone you know, is doing it tough, you can access help by: • Visiting the National Debt Helpline website for step-by-step guides and useful information on […]
14 June 2024
THE electorate of Penrith has secured $295,143.00 in funding for a total of nine projects through the NSW Government’s 2023 Community Building Partnership Program. “The State Government funds will deliver much-needed improvements to local facilities including Emu Plains Community Baptist Church, Our Lady of the Way Catholic Parish Emu Plains, Emu Heights Public School, and […]
14 June 2024
IN an Australian-first, Australian Red Cross Lifeblood’s blood supply levels are now available to view in real-time in the hope it will encourage more people to donate more often. Research by the nation’s blood service found that 75% of Australians say they would donate blood if they knew their blood type was needed. Launching to […]
14 June 2024
