Community
Cash for community groups: Panthers opens cheque book
Penrith Panthers Leagues Club has again shown its dedication to the community, having announced another year’s worth of funding through the ClubGrants scheme.
Win for Peyton after charities come together to donate van
A great result for a Glenmore Park family.
Volunteers needed as Nepean Food Services grows
More volunteers are needed for a vital community service.
Unique way to honour dad this Father’s Day
If you’re looking for something to gift Dad for Father’s Day, Penrith City Council’s annual Trees for Dad community tree planting event returns for its fourth year on Sunday, September 4.
OZWAC confirms merger after 22 years raising funds for research
Local charity The Australian Women and Children’s Research Foundation (OZWAC) has confirmed a merger with the Nepean Blue Mountains Education and Medical Research Foundation.
Chopper proposal takes off after being granted approval
A new helipad at Penrith Lakes has received conditional approval from the Independent Planning Commission today.
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Council adds new electric vehicle to library team
Community members of the Penrith Local Government Area (LGA) now have easier access to Penrith City Council’s library services thanks to a new member of the team.
In Evie’s honour: Tears all-round as hair goes
Three years and one week in the making, 10-year-old Kasey Hamilton donated her hair to the Kids Cancer Project last Thursday in honour of her friend Evie, who passed away from the disease in 2017.
Libraries are about much more than books
Libraries are more than just rows of books – they are a meeting place that allow residents to access a range of services.
WestCare finds new home – for now
After losing its office in a fire last year, the community organisation WestCare has found a temporary new home.
Don’t stop the presses: Print museum in search of new home
For the last 21 years the Penrith Museum of Printing has been educating people about the printing press and passing on a historical trade.
Local author’s mission to bring boxer’s incredible story into the spotlight
Young Griffo – a great Australian sporting legend, well known for his boxing skills and larrikinism all around the world.
Fun (and comfy) day has a powerful message
Penrith locals are pulling out all the stops ahead of the comfiest day of the year.
Mum of seven’s sudden death leaves big family with tough road ahead
A Kingswood resident and mother of seven, Aliitasi Salafai was known by her friends and family for her big heart, and unconditional love.
Local lunch aims to raise money for Ukraine
A charity lunch is being held at Lakeside Restaurant within Sydney International Regatta Centre on Sunday, July 31.
Four-year-old Glenmore Park girl’s rare disease leaves her facing extraordinary health battle
Four-and-a-half-year-old Peyton Wilson was born with a rare chromosome disorder that has only 23 other documented cases in the world.
Community rallies behind single Dad after 20-year-old daughter’s sudden passing
The Llandilo community has come together to support the family of 20-year-old Jessica Swinnerton-Slee, who passed away in her sleep last Tuesday.
Skate park locked in as kids get new place to play in Cambridge Gardens
Kids of all ages and abilities will be able to have a lot more fun outdoors in Cambridge Gardens by the end of the year.
Weekender journalist takes up the Ration Challenge
With so much devastation going on around us, many have been left looking for a way to help.
Celebrity chefs on the hunt for best club feed
Celebrity chefs Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feidel paid a visit to St Marys Rugby League Club this week to try the club’s entry into the 2022 Your Local Club Perfect Plate Awards.
