JOHN Fenton is a Vice President at the City of Penrith RSL sub-Branch, a volunteer Advocate with Blue Mountains Vietnam Veterans and Associated Forces Inc at Springwood, a member of the Regional Implementation Group, over-viewing volunteer Advocates in NSW/ACT/WA, and a volunteer Advocate and Regional Mentor for service and ex-service personnel, who consider training as […]
25 June 2025
William Fleming courtesy of the Jones Family By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. IN May 1885 a public meeting was held in the Protestant Hall at St Marys to consider the advisability of a petition to the Government in favour of Incorporation. About 200 people were present, […]
25 June 2025
STEP into a world of cinematic and theatrical wonder with Richard Bonynge Ensemble and special guests. This enchanting concert features stunning new arrangements of beloved musical highlights from Pirates of the Caribbean, Game of Thrones, Frozen, The Lion King, Wicked, Hamilton, and many more. From iconic film scores to Broadway favourites, immerse yourself in the […]
25 June 2025
Anna Dowling in action in the Ladies Vitrix 22-goal tournament. Photo courtesy of Tom Reynolds / Polo UK Windsor Polo Club member Anna Dowling, 22, has made a powerful impression in the UK polo scene, as she prepares for her upcoming appearance at the prestigious Cowdray Park Polo Club next month in the British Ladies […]
25 June 2025
Ben Kearins drives to the hoop against Newcastle. Photo courtesy of James O’Donohue. THE Penrith Panthers hosted the Newcastle Falcons on Sunday at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre (PVRSC), in Round 11 of the 2025 Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 East competition, falling 98-63 in the men’s game and 85-61 in the women’s game. The Penrith […]
25 June 2025
Member for Penrith Karen McKeown and Penrith Mayor Todd Carney in front of the old playspace at Parker Street Reserve. ANOTHER popular sport and recreation facility is getting a makeover as part of Penrith City Council’s ongoing work to improve liveability in Penrith. Parker Street Reserve will be enhanced with a new playspace, refurbishment […]
19 June 2025
THE Minns Labor Government has announced a substantial $9.2 million investment aimed at enhancing Western Sydney’s premier swim spot, Penrith Beach, alongside upgrades to the Sydney International Regatta Centre and Penrith Whitewater Stadium. This funding, allocated in the 2025-26 Budget, signals ongoing support for the Penrith Lakes precinct’s development as a top-tier destination for recreation, […]
19 June 2025
Women’s Four, Women’s Eight and Erik Horrie . Photos courtesy of Rowing Australia. AUSTRALIA has claimed five medals at World Rowing Cup in Varese, including gold for former Penrith rower Erik Horrie OAM OLY in the PR1 Men’s Single Sculls, and gold (Women’s Four) and bronze (Women’s Eight) for teams based at the Hancock Prospecting […]
19 June 2025
FEELING the cold? Penrith City Choir hopes their upcoming concert “Winter Solstice”, inspired by the chilliness of the season, will offer some uplifting melodies to sustain you through winter’s long nights. The choir, led by Musical Director Rowen Fox, who is well-known in Blue Mountains music circles, will perform at Melrose Hall, Emu Plains at […]
19 June 2025
Jonah Pares and Mia Heide (below) in action for the Panthers on Saturday night. Photos courtesy of James O’Donohue THE Penrith Panthers have endured a disappointing weekend of action at the Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre, in Round 10 of the 2025 Mitsubishi Motors NBL1 East basketball competition. Two narrow losses to the visiting Hornsby […]
19 June 2025
