As we celebrated International Women’s Day on 8 March 2024, the theme this year is ‘Inspire Inclusion’. Our three local state members presented “Woman of the Year” awards to leading ladies in their respective electorates. Penrith MP Karen McKeown OAM said it was exciting to announce the recipients of the Penrith Local Woman of […]
17 March 2024
Mary Snape (St Marys) turned 104 last week and celebrated with friends and residents at Boronia House, along with a family lunch at St Marys Leagues Club. Born in Greenwich, England in 1920, Mary spent her childhood in England, meeting her future husband Walter in his parent’s fruit shop. Mary was the 3rd of 7 […]
17 March 2024
3RAR soldiers South Vietnam during a January 1968 operation. By Lyn Forde – President/Research Officer of St Marys & District Historical Society Inc. I have no idea why anyone would desecrate memorials within Australia. They are there to commemorate the significance of a person, people and the history of our great country. Maybe they didn’t […]
17 March 2024
By Kellie Tickner, Orchard Hills Veterinary Hospital Administrator Our homes are enriched by the comforting presence of our furry companions, who, over the years, have bestowed upon us a profound gift – a lifetime of unwavering love. As our pets gracefully transition into their golden years, it becomes our noble duty to repay their loyalty […]
17 March 2024
St Clair locals Ian Pike and Ian Baistow have each been awarded the prestigious 2024 NSW Seniors Local Achievement Award by Tanya Davies MP, Member for Badgerys Creek. Mr Pike’s award is in recognition of his commitment as a Committee Member of St Clair & District Men’s Shed’s Building Committee since 2016 and for his […]
17 March 2024
Pete Murray is heading to Penrith! We are teaming up once again with Panthers to give away two double passes and some free merch! To go in to the draw, simply email us at nepeannews@aol.com with your favourite Pete Murray song in the subject heading by midnight on March 18. Pete Murray is one of […]
17 March 2024
Jeff Gadd (Penrith GC). Photo supplied by Golf NSW. A final round of 5-over 75 has proved costly for Jeff Gadd (Penrith GC), who finished tied for 3rd in the 2024 NSW Senior Amateur, just 2 shots off the lead. Gadd was the early leader on Day 1, following an opening round 68, then again […]
17 March 2024
Jason Waddell at the presentation dinner (below) and training on the Nepean River. Photos supplied. Rowing NSW is pleased to announce the following athletes, based at the Hancock Prospecting Women’s National Training Centre (NTC) in Penrith, have been selected in the NSW State Team for the 2024 Kings and Queens Cups Interstate Regatta. Tara Rigney […]
17 March 2024
THE state’s newest beach will remain open to the public for another month as the warm days continue across Western Sydney. Penrith Beach has been a massive hit with local residents, with almost 200,000 people visiting the temporary activation to cool off since its opening in December 2023, and an average of 5,000 people continuing […]
08 March 2024
Western Sydney residents enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding at Penrith Beach over the first weekend in March. Supported by Paddle Australia ambassador, Olympian Jess Fox OAM, who attended both days, the first-time event was hailedas a success by organisers and promoters. The free paddle activation was delivered by experienced Emu Plains operator, Horizon Line […]
08 March 2024
