THE Penrith branch of the National Servicemen’s Association (NASHOs) held its final Commemoration Service on Sunday 24th May, welcoming former Patron and local member of Parliament David Bradbury back as guest speaker. Age does not weary those who fell in service of Australia, but time has unfortunately caught up with those who returned from active […]
28 May 2026
Neridah James as Margaret in the Grimley Plays. THEATHRE is thriving in the Penrith area. Many community theatres are presenting shows in May. The Acting Factory Inc is presenting The Show Must Go On In Little Grimley opening in the Function Room of the Henry Sports Club. This production features the two, funny short plays […]
28 May 2026
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator MANY cat owners have heard the term feline panleukopenia, sometimes called feline parvovirus, but few realise just how dangerous this disease can be until cases begin appearing in their own community. In recent weeks, veterinary clinics throughout Western Sydney have seen a noticeable increase in infections, highlighting […]
28 May 2026
A determined group of young athletes from New South Wales is turning ambition into action, committing wholeheartedly to the pursuit of representing Australia at one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events. The Nexus Vaulting Team, a seven-member squad, is preparing for the 2026 FEI World Championships in Aachen, Germany — a pinnacle competition in […]
28 May 2026
4-goal action from Saturday at Windsor Polo Club. #4 Tommy Fernandez (Windsor Black). Photo: Noel Rowsell THE Autumn Polo season has come to a close in the Hawkesbury, with Windsor Polo Club hosting the final event of the season. Kim McDougall of M Polo Management said, “That’s a wrap for Autumn 2026! Thank you everyone […]
28 May 2026
Photo: Pauly Foster WITH the origin series upon us and the Dally M judging now going behind closed doors, it usually signals the half way point of the season proper. I thought I’d have a look at every team thus far this season and give them all a rating out of 10. I’ll also nominate […]
28 May 2026
PENRITH City Council has unveiled a plaque commemorating the late Doug Rennie OAM at the Kingswood fields named in his honour. A long-time Kingswood resident, Doug was an outstanding soccer referee. Among his many achievements, he officiated international matches involving teams from Greece, England, Czechoslovakia and Mexico, as well as renowned clubs including Manchester United, […]
21 May 2026
THE Jade Health Group officially celebrated the grand opening of its new, premier facility at Unit 2, 10 Coombes Drive, Penrith, on Saturday. The relocation marks a major milestone in the group’s mission to provide inclusive, specialised support for individuals of all abilities, combining physical wellness and education under one roof. The centre was officially […]
21 May 2026
The Nepean Business Network is hosting a Casino Night Fundraiser in support of the Royce Simmons Foundation, taking place on Saturday, 30 May 2026 at Penrith RSL. SINCE 2022, the Royce Simmons Foundation has been dedicated to funding dementia research, working towards finding a cure, and supporting individuals living with dementia, along with their families […]
21 May 2026
Brodie Schwarzer in action against Illawarra. Photo courtesy of jbcollective.media THE Penrith Basketball Association’s two senior teams both suffered double-header losses in a busy Round 7 of the 2026 Mitsubishi NBL1 East competition, falling to the Illawarra Hawks on Saturday night at Minto, then falling to the Centre of Excellence on Sunday afternoon at Hawkesbury. […]
21 May 2026
