Community
Penrith Community Kitchen celebrates 20th anniversary
It has been 20 years since the Penrith Community Kitchen became a registered charity.
Since then local volunteers have provided a safe place for hundreds...
Dancing up a storm for Penrith Community Kitchen
There’ll be costumes and hairspray and lots of excitement when six western Sydney dance schools come together later this month.
But unlike most dance events...
Penrith shines at ZEST Awards
Penrith’s unsung heroes were in the spotlight tonight at the 8th Annual ZEST Awards, celebrating exceptional people and projects that make a difference in...
OZWAC Ball to return in 2018
After a two year break, the Australian Women and Children’s Research Foundation (OZWAC) has announced the return of its charity ball in celebration of...
Fixing her broken heart
While for many, February 14 is a day for celebrating love, for thousands of Australian families, the day holds a much more significant meaning.
For...
Steering drivers in the right direction
A joint initiative by Uniting Ability Links and The Ross Hutchison Foundation is helping people with disabilities drive towards their freedom.
Nepean Blue Mountains Linker...
Trivia night to launch Relay For Life 2018
Trivia lovers and locals bursting with knowledge are invited to O’Donoghues for the Penrith Relay For Life 2018 Launch this Tuesday, January 23 at...
Helping ease the back to school cost burden
The giving season doesn’t end at Christmas, with many struggling locals in need of a little bit of extra help this new year.
Mama Lana’s...
Showing they care at Christmas
Santa’s elves are busily creating hundreds of premium hampers and assorted gift packs to be distributed with love to locals in need thanks to...
Care packages to brighten Christmas for our troops
Losing a loved one, no matter the circumstances, is always a difficult time in a person’s life.
However, just as local Jessica Craig discovered, it’s...
Pollies play a role in the fight against domestic violence
When it comes to domestic violence, the political is personal for Member for Lindsay Emma Husar.
In her maiden speech on September 12, 2016 Ms...
Support available for those in need this Christmas
The countdown to Christmas has begun, but for many Penrith families the festive season brings additional stress and financial hardship.
Fortunately, local charities and support...
Local women find true independence
Three local women have recently started their journey of independence after they moved out of their family homes and into a purpose-built group home.
Disability...
Fresh look for PCYC
A fresh coat of paint and some tender love and care has completely transformed Penrith PCYC.
Closed for three and a half months and costing...
Brooke eyes $50,000 target as car rally returns
Last time the Weekender spoke to 12-year-old Brooke Jones, she had just donated $13,528 to the Nepean Cancer Care Centre.
Now she is gearing up...
Quilting for a cause
Denise Haddrill and her never ending stash of fabric have been creating quilts for over 14 years, with most of her works being donated...
Mayor to help spread the word for Luke Priddis Foundation
Disability rights advocate and Penrith Mayor John Thain has been announced as a Luke Priddis Foundation (LPF) ambassador.
Board members, including Luke Priddis, congratulated Cr...
Music For Life returns for 7th year
When Ann Willmington was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2008, she was told she had 18 months to live.
She refused to listen.
Almost a...
Businesses eat up McHappy Day challenge
It’s almost McHappy Day, and businesses across Penrith and the Hawkesbury are ready to compete to see who can raise the most money for...
Wentworth launches innovative ‘Gathering Space’
Wentworth Community Housing has launched Cranebrook’s innovative new ‘Our Place Our Gathering Space’ this week.
Conceived after consultation with tenants, the area aims to be...
