Photo of the workers at Brell’s Tannery courtesy of the late Margaret Player. By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. IN December 1899, two young men named William Chapman and Robert Smeaton who were employed at Martin Brell’s tannery in St Marys went for a trip to the […]
23 May 2024
THE Penrith Basketball Association’s latest recruit to the NBL1 East Men’s squad, Jack McWilliams, is extremely well-credentialed and will ideally be a key member of the team through the remainder of the season. Jack began his basketball career in the junior representative ranks with the Macarthur Heat, before moving to the Camden Valley Wildfire, where […]
23 May 2024
Expressions of interest have now been invited for a partner to transform Penrith stadium into a sporting and entertainment precinct. The NSW Government states that Penrith Stadium is proposed to become a superior venue for different forms of entertainment, significantly improving the experience for spectators, with more food outlets and amenities, new scoreboards and ribbon […]
16 May 2024
SINCE June 2023, Penrith City Council has been trialling food organic and garden organic (FOGO) bins in 160 complexes alongside existing collect and return waste services. The results are impressive, with less than 1% contamination overall. Following this success, Council is rolling out FOGO to all multi-unit dwellings across the Local Government Area this year. […]
16 May 2024
THE natural beauty of Capella Reserve in Erskine Park has been revitalised by Penrith City Council. The project, which was carried out in consultation with feedback from Erskine Park residents, has enhanced the reserve’s functionality as a space for residents to enjoy a picnic, rest or walk. The Capella Reserve upgrade features new spaces […]
16 May 2024
By Prime Minister Anthony Albanese WE know Australians are feeling under pressure. That’s why our budget is designed to deliver for every Australian, in every part of our economy and every part of our country. There are tax cuts for every Australian taxpayer – not just some. There is energy bill relief for every Australian […]
16 May 2024
By Kay Proudlove A play with songs. Phenomenal South Coast Singer Songwriter, Kay Proudlove brings her formidable talent and infectious personality on stage in Dear Diary, directed by Merrigong Theatre Company’s own Artistic Development Manager, Leland Kean. Dear Diary takes you on a journey through Kay’s teenage diaries through a collection of intimate and vulnerable […]
16 May 2024
Hawkesbury Classic Champion Stella McGinley and Tony Weller (Manager, Bendigo Bank). Windsor CC, Lynwood CC and Richmond GC hosted the three rounds of the 2024 Ladies Hawkesbury Classic, over the 7-9th May, with 134 players representing 22 golf clubs competing in the event. The overall 54-hole Nett winner and Hawkesbury Classic Champion was Stella McGinley […]
16 May 2024
By Councillor Tricia Hitchen I have had the privilege of knowing Colin Kelson, or Pussa to his friends for a very long time. The word hero is used a lot these days, but it’s people like Col who truly deserve that title. Col joined the Navy in 1964. During his service at sea he served […]
09 May 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
