Edmond and Sally Kopiec say they have no plans to give up running the Penrith Academy of Fencing – that’s despite their combined age of 179-years-old.
Masked Panther: Are Panthers hunting a Daine Laurie replacement?
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Land conservation a critical part of Penrith’s future
Preserving and encouraging parts of the natural environment is crucial to persevering Penrith’s connection with its natural history, a local volunteer group has said.
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Man attacked by group of teens in vicious Penrith incident
A man has been attacked by a group of 10 youths in a shocking Penrith attack.
The only way is up: Unlocking the potential of Penrith
The key to unlocking Penrith's potential lies in a re-think of the CBD.
Bowen backs batteries: Cheaper access for locals
Minister for Energy and Climate Change Chris Bowen has met with a local energy provider to kick off a major government battery rebate.
Power of community on show at Emerald Dinner
Cancer Wellness Support has launched its Capacity Building Fund.
Wild weather causes chaos across Penrith
Wild weather continues to cause chaos across Penrith - from cancelled train services to widespread power outages and flooded roads.
Answering the call of Pilates: Come with us on our first class
Journalist Ally Hall heads to Reformx Pilates for a new way to start the day.
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Edmond and Sally Kopiec say they have no plans to give up running the Penrith Academy of Fencing – that’s despite their combined age of 179-years-old.
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Masked Panther: Are Panthers hunting a Daine Laurie replacement?
The latest news and gossip from Pantherland.
Podcast: Tension’s Running High E40 – Boys put to the test, trading cards from the past
The latest episode has landed!
Lang on League: What were we thinking?
In this week's Lang on League, Peter Lang looks at some of Penrith's biggest flop signings over the years.
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Raise a sail on the Nile
The ancient city of Aswan is just one of the highlights of an Intrepid Travel tour of Egypt.
Carnival Adventure proves perfect for a first-time cruiser
First-time cruiser Emily Chate jumps on board the Carnival Adventure.
Elegance at every turn at Parklands Country Gardens and Lodges
Ally Hall ventures to Parklands in Blackheath and finds elegance and sophistication at every turn.
Country music, friends and a great time at CMC Rocks
Lorretta Sultana heads to Ipswich, where she discovers a major success story in the Australian festival scene.
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25 years of first-class healthcare at Nepean Private Hospital
This year marks a significant milestone for Nepean Private Hospital as it celebrates 25 years of delivering outstanding healthcare to the Greater Penrith and Blue Mountains communities.
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