A man will face court over an alleged public place shooting in Sydney’s west last month.
About 11pm on Sunday, March 16, police were patrolling on Parker Street, Penrith, when they stopped a Ute due to driving in a dangerous...
Independent news publishers, including The Western Weekender, gather for LINA summit
Local and independent news publishers from across Australia are gathering in Melbourne this week for the third annual LINA Summit.
Greek delight! Avli set to return to dining scene after 2023 closure
Penrith’s hottest Greek restaurant is back and better than ever with an elevated menu and dining experience.
Located in the beautiful 1930’s-built church in Cranebrook,...
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Greek delight! Avli set to return to dining scene after 2023 closure
Penrith’s hottest Greek restaurant is back and better than ever with an elevated menu and dining experience.
Located in the beautiful 1930’s-built church in Cranebrook,...
Penrith companies honoured as Champions of business
Four Penrith businesses have taken out major gongs at the Australian Small Business Champion Awards.
Council installs permanent tribute to beloved ‘Pen Man’
Penrith City Council has installed a permanent tribute to Penrith icon John Boccanfuso.
Drugs, firearms and cash seized from western Sydney drill group during Raptor Squad operation
Raptor Squad officers have charged nine people following an investigation into the alleged criminality of a western Sydney drill group under Strike Force Cipolin.
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One Nation has moved on from perceptions of the past, local candidates say
One Nation is readying for a serious crack at the Lindsay and Macquarie electorates for the first time.
First tracks laid in milestone moment for Airport metro
The first tracks have been laid on the Sydney Metro - Western Sydney Airport line, the public transport spine linking the new airport and the fast-growing area around it.
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Panthers turn it on for Yeo's 250th, Brian To'o out for a month, Cleary's Wests Leagues lunch and so much more!
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Masked Panther: To’o back after Easter
Panthers turn it on for Yeo's 250th, Brian To'o out for a month, Cleary's Wests Leagues lunch and so much more!
Podcast: Tension’s Running High – Episode 27
We celebrate Isaah Yeo ahead of his 250th NRL game, plus preview Penrith's crucial clash with North Queensland.
Panthers look to get season back on track against Cowboys
Troy Dodds has your early preview of Friday Night Football.
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Seafood and style at Hyatt Regency Sydney
We pop into the city for a staycation weekend at the Hyatt Regency Sydney. Here's why you should to.
Why Canberra should be back on your travel list
Emily Chate travels to the nation's capital, and discovers it's much more than a Year 6 camp destination.
A slice of paradise that will leave you refreshed, relaxed and looking at things a little differently
Journalist Ally Hall finds paradise and more at Elysian Luxury Eco Island Resort.
The perfect base for a Sydney weekend getaway
Emily Chate explores a stunning city hotel, and dines at one of the hottest new restaurants around.
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Australia in Bloom: Celebrating Flowers Down Under
Discover how flowers paint Australia’s landscapes and lives with color, from wild bush blooms to city gardens. Learn how to send flowers and share the Aussie floral love anywhere.
Athletes Leading the Crypto Revolution: From Game-Time to Blockchain
The intersection of professional sports and cryptocurrency has created a new playing field where athletic prowess meets digital innovation, with athletes closely monitoring the Bitcoin Price USD as they venture into digital investments.
Why has Australia Coined the Lucky Country?
Australia is frequently referred to as ‘The Lucky Country’. Yet does it actually have more luck than other nations, and is this a positive or negative aspect? We discuss it in the article below.
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