By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator CHRISTMAS is a season of sunshine, gatherings, and indulgent food, but for our pets, the holidays can present a host of hidden dangers. With changes in routines, parties, and tempting treats, it’s easy for our furry friends to get into mischief. To help ensure a safe and […]
06 December 2024
The photo of the grave shows the monument has been broken from the pedestal and sits on the ground of the grave. IT would be perfectly safe to say that there was practically no one who has resided in Penrith at any time during the past 25 years or more who was not personally acquainted […]
06 December 2024
Ryan Cadle in action earlier this year. Photo courtesy of Amanda Cadle. THE 2024 Twin Creeks Cup was held on 17th November, with visitor Ryan Cadle (Stonecutters Ridge) claiming victory following a 2-hole sudden-death playoff. Ryan had been leading by one shot heading own the 18th fairway, but a bogey would put him back into […]
06 December 2024
Eleven-year-old Charlie Jancso from Wentworth Falls has been named winner of the “Budding Builder” competition after constructing an impressive replica of the Nepean Hospital buildings. Member for Penrith, Karen McKeown OAM visited the site of the $1 billion Nepean Hospital Redevelopment this week to announce the winner and meet the finalists of the competition. The […]
28 November 2024
Hawkesbury Councillor Mike Creed has been preselected as the Liberal Federal Candidate for Macquarie. Councillor Mike Creed is a Macquarie local, born and bred in the lower Mountains and now serving his second term as a Councillor on Hawkesbury Council. Mr Creed’s bio states he’s “Passionate about our vast electorate and communities, he will campaign […]
28 November 2024
Upgrades are underway at Jamison Park Netball Courts, with resurfacing work being carried out on a large bank of 23 courts. This project aims to enhance the playing surfaces and improve drainage at the facility. WORK is underway on vital upgrades at the Jamison Park Netball Courts, to ensure a smooth start to the next […]
28 November 2024
AN environmental waste beast, a steam punk diver, and a giant jellyfish beetle are just several of ninety performances on stage at the Sydney Wearable Art Gala, held at the iconic Enmore Theatre on 27 and 28 November. Expect boundary pushing burlesque acts, slick sci-fi icons, terrifying creatures, and daring Vaudeville-inspired performances. Hosted by Murray […]
28 November 2024
Jessica Fox OAM and Richard Fox MBE (below) 2024 Sport NSW Awards. Jessica Fox OAM and Lauren Parker are the official multi-Award-winning megastars of NSW sport, after capturing the respective Athlete of the Year award and Athlete of the Year with a Disability award respectively at the spectacular NSW Champions of Sport Ceremony at The […]
28 November 2024
OLYMPIC gold-medal winning sisters Jessica Fox OAM and Noemie Fox have shared The Don Award, presented at Monday night’s Sport Australia Hall of Fame Inductions & Awards Gala Dinner at Crown Melbourne. The Don Award, introduced in 1998 and named for the Sport Australia Hall of Fame’s inaugural Inductee, Sir Donald Bradman AC, honours an […]
20 November 2024
APPRENTICES from across NSW have been recognised for their dedication and resilience, receiving the Bert Evans Apprentice Scholarship, which offers life-changing support to those facing hardship. This $15,000 scholarship, spread over three years, was awarded to 150 apprentices who have shown exceptional skill and commitment to vocational education and training, despite overcoming significant challenges. The […]
20 November 2024
