IN 2024, St Marys South Public School students collaborated with Council through the Penrith Mayoral Challenge program to help design a new playspace that reflects their community.  Penrith Council staff were amazed by the students’ inventive approach in developing a bush-themed playspace concept inspired by the region’s biodiversity. The playspace includes: • In-ground joey trampolines […]

Photo: Jo Tomic  AFTER 22 years serving the St Clair community, Linda and Mick, the much loved owners of Mathews Meats, are hanging up their aprons and moving into a new chapter of life. It marks the end of an era for the popular local butcher shop, which has been part of countless family dinners, […]

TANYA Davies MP says businesses struggling with surging costs are facing another hit under what she calls the Minns Labor Government’s “confused reusable coffee cup Bill.” Mrs Davies said Labor’s Environmental Legislation Amendment (Plastic Reduction and Container Recycling) Bill 2026 states that cafés and takeaway hospitality businesses are required to implement reusable takeaway cup schemes.  […]

By Karen McKeown OAM, Member for Penrith AS National Volunteer Week comes to a close, it is always great to see Penrith locals honoured for their tireless dedication and contribution to the community at the Premier’s Volunteer Reception.  The reception, hosted by Premier Chris Minns, acknowledged and celebrated the significant contributions that volunteers in NSW […]

JOHN Holland had the pleasure of welcoming Chloe Maclean, a Year 10 student from CathWest Innovation College into the Penrith Stadium team, and what a week it’s been!  “This local college is helping students build the skills they need to succeed and truly puts students in the driver’s seat of their future. CathWest Innovation College, […]

THE Penrith branch of the National Servicemen’s Association (NASHOs) held its final Commemoration Service on Sunday 24th May, welcoming former Patron and local member of Parliament David Bradbury back as guest speaker. Age does not weary those who fell in service of Australia, but time has unfortunately caught up with those who returned from active […]

PENRITH City Council has unveiled a plaque commemorating the late Doug Rennie OAM at the Kingswood fields named in his honour. A long-time Kingswood resident, Doug was an outstanding soccer referee. Among his many achievements, he officiated international matches involving teams from Greece, England, Czechoslovakia and Mexico, as well as renowned clubs including Manchester United, […]

THE Jade Health Group officially celebrated the grand opening of its new, premier facility at Unit 2, 10 Coombes Drive, Penrith, on Saturday. The relocation marks a major milestone in the group’s mission to provide inclusive, specialised support for individuals of all abilities, combining physical wellness and education under one roof. The centre was officially […]

PENRITH CBD Corporation is proud to relaunch Project Warmth – Penrith Winter Appeal 2026, a community-driven initiative supporting those experiencing homelessness and hardship during the colder months. Delivered in partnership with Penrith Community Kitchen, Karen McKeown MP, Penrith City Council, Melissa McIntosh MP, Penrith RSL, White Lady Funerals and The Creative Fringe TOTS challenge, this […]

THIS International Nurses Day, nurses across NSW are being recognised for the kind, compassionate and high-quality care they provide to their communities every day. Nurses make up the single largest workforce group in NSW Health, with over 74,000 working across NSW. They play a vital clinical role across the full spectrum of inpatient, outpatient and […]