WHEN Daniel Tran woke up on a CT scanner after a devastating fall at work, he didn’t know if he’d ever walk again; let alone stand at his own wedding. In February 2024, Daniel, a heavy machinery mechanic, fell nine metres from a scissor lift when one of the legs became unstable. He was rushed […]

WELCOME to the world baby Jasper, Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District’s first baby of 2026, born at Nepean Hospital in the early hours of New Year’s Day. Proud parents Madeline and Seungjae welcomed their baby boy to mark a memorable and meaningful start to the year. As their very first baby, Jasper’s arrival made […]

Summer fun at Ripples on Australia Day. RIPPLES Aquatic and Leisure Centres at Penrith and St Marys are inviting the community to the biggest Australia Day pool party on Monday 26 January from 8am to 6pm!  With a free, fun-filled program, visitors will enjoy interactive workshops, be captivated by circus performances, and participate in a […]

Artist impression of Penrith’s future indoor multi-sports arena. Penrith City Council, in partnership with NSW Public Works, have awarded the design contract for Penrith’s next major sports and recreation facility. AJC Architects, an architectural practice responsible for designing projects including PCYC Wagga Wagga and Lane Cove Sport and Recreation Centre, has been selected through a […]

Beyond Blue stands with all Australians against antisemitism and our thoughts are with the Jewish community. Religious and political violence have no place is Australia and we extend our heartfelt condolences to the individuals and families affected by this tragedy, including first responders.  We remind the community that Beyond Blue is here for all people in Australia, no matter what you […]

WE’VE all heard that old Bing Crosby Christmas song, “I’ll be home for Christmas”, a poignant reminder to us all of the importance of being amongst family at such a special time of year. However the reality is that during the Christmas period, many lives are lost on Australian roads leaving countless families and friends […]

NSW Police officers are ready to roll up a sleeve and donate much-needed blood and plasma ahead of the holiday season as part of the annual Bleed4Blue blood drive. Monday (1st December) marked the launch of the ‘Bleed4Blue’ campaign, which is close to the hearts of our first responders and highlights the essential act of […]

IN a bid to ensure the safety of homes during the holiday season, Gina Field, a security expert from Nepean Regional Security, has shared crucial advice for residents planning a holiday this summer. “Don’t post on community pages that you’re going on a holiday and how long you’ll be away for,” warns Gina, emphasising the […]

BY GREG DAVIES EVERY year it seems that Christmas rolls around quicker than it did the year before and once again we are just days away from the big day. Which brings us to thinking about our shopping list, who we need to buy for, how much to spend, and can we think of anything […]

Narrow Escape Rooms in Penrith is proud to announce the launch of its newest and most immersive escape room, The Hidden Temple. After 18 months in development, the room stands as the company’s largest, most cinematic and most technically advanced experience to date. The Hidden Temple takes players deep into the Yautja Jungle, following the […]