Community
Fundraiser launched to help Penrith mum diagnosed with aggressive tumour
A fundraiser has been set up for a single mum with a rare and aggressive jaw tumour.
Shoppers urged to donate at new collection box
The Lions Club of Cambridge Park has launched a brand new initiative with Westfield Penrith that will see much-needed items passed on to a better home, with the help of generous shoppers.
Walk to raise awareness of Williams Syndrome
Local Wiggles and Giggles centres are seeking donations for an upcoming walkathon, raising funds and awareness for Williams Syndrome.
Penrith man’s mission to make us think: Walking with purpose
A Penrith local will walk at least 100 kilometres in 24 hours to raise awareness for an important cause.
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.
Community urged to get behind six-year-old after devastating cancer diagnosis
A fundraiser has been set up to support the family of a six-year-old boy who is fighting cancer.
Charities benefit from bank’s community spirit
More than $70,000 has been raised at a mini-telethon in Penrith.
Men’s Sheds to celebrate major milestone with open days
Next month, three Men’s Sheds in the Penrith district will hold open days to celebrate 30 years of the initiative in Australia.
Fundraiser launched as local family deals with loss of nine-year-old daughter
A fundraiser has been set up to try and support the family of a nine-year-old, who lost her battle with brain cancer.
Australia Post to shut iconic Penrith location
A well-known Penrith post office has announced it will close its doors next month.
"Australia Post has made the difficult decision to close the Penrith...
Community to rally around brave little boy
Local resident Sofi Cox is hoping to see the community rally around her sister and brother-in-law, as their son faces an unimaginable battle.
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Local students prepare for trip of a lifetime
Two local students are heading overseas today for World Youth Day.
In William’s memory: Charity ball aims to raise $40,000
The Smith family lost eight-year-old William to cancer. Hosting the Gold Ribbon Ball in Penrith is their way of keeping his memory alive, and helping other kids going through their own battles.
How your business can help Turn The Tables this winter
With the weather having well and truly cooled down, and the cost of living at an all-time high, more and more people are struggling to make ends meet.
Nepean Retired Men’s Club to hold its final meeting
Nepean Retired Men’s Club has been part of Penrith for more than 40 years, but next week it will hold its final meeting and ‘retire’.
Penrith Giants to host Big Freeze fundraising event this Sunday afternoon
The fight against MND is coming to Greygums Oval.
Simple local gesture could help save lives all around the world
The Zonta Club of Nepean Valley has held their annual Birthing Kits Assembly Day, producing 1000 birthing kits for women in need.
Variety Bash veteran Warren Smith honoured to help those in need
St Marys Leagues Club President Warren Smith has shelved plans to wrap up his involvement with the Variety NSW Bash - refusing to rule out going on another adventure next year.
Ava gets the chop for charity: How you can help
After growing out her hair for three years, eight-year-old Ava Fowler has gotten the big chop, making a sizeable donation to Wigs 4 Kids.
Pipes, drums and good friends: How you can experience the fun
Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums President Tim Badger said before joining the group he used to be able to fit his musical experience in his little finger.
