Community
16-year-old’s cancer battle inspires Penrith fundraiser
This Sunday, Brisket Boys, Drink West and Westside Riders will be coming together to put on the biggest bike and car event of the year in support of a local family.
Saints cares: Leagues club kicks goals for community sport
St Marys Rugby League Club is kicking goals when it comes to giving back to the community.
Volunteers honoured for dedication to community
This week, during National Volunteer Week, local organisations have been shouting from the rooftops in celebration of the change makers who go above and beyond.
‘Anakai Drivers’ taking pride in the neighbourhood to new levels
Dubbed the 'Anakai Drivers', these local blokes have become something of a lawn mowing institution in Jamisontown.
Red Shield Appeal kicks off this Friday
The Salvation Army's major fundraiser gets underway this weekend.
Relay for Life returns to Penrith with new 12-hour format
Relay for Life will be taking place over 12 hours from 9am to 9pm on Saturday, May 27 at the Penrith Paceway.
Mulgoa Rural Fire Brigade to hold open day on May 7
Locals can live out their dreams of being a firefighter for the day when the Mulgoa Rural Fire Brigade opens the doors of its new fire station at the end of the month.
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.
Locals helping locals: Give and Take Market to be held monthly
A new community-led initiative is helping to lighten the cost-of-living for families and people in need in the local area.
Full circle: Panther Cub returns to help mentor with local fundraiser
Local icon Ross Hutchison has been reunited with one of his original Panther cubs ahead of a very special fundraiser to be held at Elton Chong next month.
Local’s new book comes from real-life anecdotes
Bestselling St Clair author Todd Alexander has released a new book, this time using his stellar dry wit to delve into the topic of aging.
New housing gives residents dignity and choice
A national not-for-profit organisation is changing the way that young people with high physical support needs live with a state first project in Penrith.
Melanoma March returns with Penrith to host popular event
Now in its 12th year, Melanoma March is returning this month with 23 events all around Australia, with one right here at Weir Reserve in Penrith.
Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge returns
For almost 20 years, the Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge has been a rite of passage for young people wanting to test themselves both physically and mentally, ultimately changing their lives forever.
Memory Walk & Jog has new home at Penrith’s Tench Reserve
Dementia Australia’s largest fundraising event is heading back to western Sydney, with a new location at Tench Reserve next Sunday, March 5.
Rotary answers the call to help women in time of need
The Rotary Club of Penrith Valley has partnered with Penrith Women’s Health Centre to develop basic emergency kits to assist women fleeing domestic and family violence situations.
How a community pantry is bringing locals together in Emu Plains
Pantries are one of the most open doors in the family home, but for some, this isn’t a luxury they have access to on a regular basis. Now, one Emu Plains mum has taken matters into her own hands.
Kingswood Anglican Church to mark special milestone
Having been a constant in the Penrith community for over a century, Kingswood Anglican Church will be marking its 125th anniversary this month, with a celebration for all.
Photographer’s special Penrith milestone
South Penrith resident Luciano Vranich is this month celebrating 20 years of exhibiting his photos at Penrith City Library.
