Council
Kingswood’s Bringelly Road to receive new streetscape improvements
Council is renewing the heart of Kingswood through the delivery of streetscape improvements to the eastern side of Bringelly Road as part of the...
Penrith Lakes potential to be unlocked with new master plan
A man-made beach or golf course could be on the cards as Penrith City Councillors assist the State Government with what the future of...
Build un-BEE-lievable hotels at Penrith Council’s Bee Bonanza
With Pollinator Week just around the corner, Penrith City Council’s Bushcare and Biodiversity teams are buzzing with excitement as they prepare for a special Bee Bonanza.
State Government commits $28 million to projects in Penrith area
As the rain started to fall this morning, the NSW Government was pouring money into Penrith with a $28 million WestInvest funding announcement.
Independent Councillor Kevin Crameri confirms he’s battling lung cancer
Penrith City Councillor Kevin Crameri has shared with the Weekender how going to a doctor earlier this year possibly saved his life.
Council positive about new Penrith brand
Penrith City Council has refreshed its marketing to the community and public through its new Brand Policy.
With the draft policy being adopted at the...
Penrith Council General Manager Warwick Winn to step down
Penrith Council General Manager Warwick Winn will step down from his role at the end of next month.
Have your say on what’s next for St Marys
Penrith City Council is giving residents the opportunity to take part in the important community consultation process and highlight what they would like the future of St Marys to look like.
Councillors call for re-think on rural intersections in wake of accidents
A Penrith City North Ward Councillor is calling for the State Government to urgently review roads within Llandilo, Londonderry and Berkshire Park after a series of serious accidents.
Wish list: Council reveals $397 million worth of city-changing projects
Penrith City Council has revealed a $397 million wish list of aspirational projects that would change the face of the community.
New lights make River Walk safer
More people are pounding the pavement after long-requested lighting was recently installed along the Great River Walk from Jamison Road to Nepean Avenue.
Unit blocks in Penrith to trial organics bin
Multi-unit dwellings (MUDs) could get the green light to have Penrith’s innovative Food Organics Green Organics (FOGO) System once a $500,000 trial is complete.
Council outlines disability action plan for next four years
Penrith Council has locked in its plan to make the city more inclusive and accessible over the next four years.
Council bombshell: Jonathan Pullen quits Labor
First-term Penrith Councillor Jonathan Pullen has confirmed he has resigned from the Labor Party.
The Weekender has been aware of growing tensions involving Cr Pullen...
Penrith Council gets green light to increase rates by 2.5 per cent
Penrith City Council has been granted permission to increase its rates above the level of the annual rate peg.
City Park delay as pricing error forces tender back to Council
Construction of the $12 million City Park could now be delayed eight weeks after a pricing error meant a crucial process has to be repeated.
Call for easier access for public to raise issues with Council
A discussion over the practices within Penrith City Council meetings has led to a South Ward Councillor wanting more direct avenues for community engagement.
Take the pledge for driver safety
Penrith City Council is urging community members to take care on our roads and take the pledge to 'drive so others survive' in recognition of National Road Safety Week (May 15 to 22).
Podcast: On The Record – Tricia Hitchen
Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen is not your typical politician.Â
Community groups find new home after fire
Penrith City Council has found a temporary home for several local community organisations after a shared office building went up in flames in the Penrith CBD last year.
