Community

11-year-old’s push for skate park may become reality

Thanks to 11-year-old Brock Jurd, Penrith Council is looking into providing a skate park behind Cambridge Gardens Public School. It comes after the young Cambridge...

Age no barrier in City2Surf

The young in age and young at heart will be representing our region in the upcoming City2Surf this Sunday, August 14. From a determined young...

Luke Priddis Foundation opens new High Street learning space

The team at the Luke Priddis Foundation in Penrith proudly unveiled their brand new state-of-the-art sensory integration learning space on High Street this week. A...

Stepping up to the challenge

Orchard Hills Rural Fire Brigade (RFB) firefighters Emily Dal Santo and Gage Pitt are stepping up to help raise funds for Motor Neurone Disease. On...

Maccas staff help take out the trash

Armed with rubbish bags and gloves, McDonald’s restaurants in Penrith joined forces with the local community to show their support for Clean Up Australia...

Chance to pay it forward as vital service raises funds for new van

After watching a YouTube video with her family, Gen Jagt knew she needed to do something about the homelessness crisis in Penrith. Now, six years...

Don’t miss fashionable fundraiser

The Penrith Hospital Auxiliary is using fashion to fundraise. They are teaming up with Golden Girl Fashion to raise funds for much-needed medical equipment for...

Bateman, Hartog to receive rare honour

Two dedicated philanthropists and businessmen are set to receive special recognition after they were singled out for one of Penrith Council’s highest honours.

Be a hero and help raise vital funds this September

Set yourself a goal to help buy life changing equipment for those doing it tough.

Women’s Walk and Talk continues to grow in popularity

The Penrith Women’s Walk and Talk is charging ahead, offering a safe space for women to connect socially while exercising each week.

George reflects on a life well lived ahead of turning 100

George Davis, or Dave as he is known, will have a lot of candles to blow out today as he celebrates his 100th birthday.

Construction on Tench Reserve improvements underway

Construction is officially underway on the $13 million waterfront investment at Tench Reserve.

Emu Heights Public School celebrates special milestone

Emu Heights Public School commemorated its 50th anniversary with a weekend-long celebration surrounded by the community that put them on the map.

New PCYC initiative builds cash to deliver important programs

PCYC Penrith has launched a new initiative and is calling for help to support local youth who are at risk.

Pink Up Penrith swings back into action with annual golf day

Pink Up Penrith will launch this year’s campaign with their annual golf day on Friday, September 22.

Clubs breathe sigh of relief

The CEO of St Marys Leagues Club breathed a sigh of relief when it was revealed the Federal Government would trial...

Get ready for a spooky knock at the door

Glenmore Park’s streets will be riddled with blood-stained children, ghosts, witches, pumpkins and spider webs this weekend. The suburb is one of many places across...

70 years of wedded bliss

A massive milestone will be reached for North St Marys couple May and Jerry Townsend when they celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary next Saturday,...

Community transport visionary retires

It’s the end of an era for Helen Walker after serving the Penrith and Blue Mountains communities for more than 30 years through Great...

Luck of the Irish: Talented teens to dance up a storm

Two students from the Penrith Gaels Maher School of Irish Dance travelled to Dublin this week to represent Australia at the World Irish Dancing...