Business
New State Government initiative aimed at helping women succeed in business
Women possess many skills that allow them to be successful business owners but of the estimated 800,000 small businesses in NSW, only a third are run by women.
Employees hold advantage as businesses struggle to find staff
With the unemployment rate falling to a historic 3.4 per cent, staff shortages are stinging businesses more than ever.
Rise of the side hustle: More and more locals banking extra cash
Glenmore Park local Peter Scibberas is just one of thousands of people who has been able to turn his existing skills into extra money through services like Airtasker.
City Cave set to open float and wellness centre in Jamisontown before end of...
City Cave set to open float and wellness centre in Jamisontown before end of 2022
Target confirms St Marys store will close by year’s end
Target has confirmed it is exiting its St Marys location at the end of the year, leaving the Penrith Local Government Area without a presence from the famous retailer.
Business is a beauty: High-end Medi spa and salon to open in South Penrith
A high-end Medi spa, laser clinic and beauty salon will soon be added to the changing face of Smith Street in South Penrith.
Minimum wage increase could have a “domino effect” across local area
Local businesses may hit clients with revised and increased costings as they work to deal with a rise in the national minimum wage.
Local beer Drink West announces UFC partnership
Local UFC fighter Tai Tuivasa is pretty blunt when describing how he became involved with the creation of local beer Drink West back in 2019.
Best&Less to re-open this weekend
Penrith's Best&Less store will re-open this weekend after a major makeover.
Massive new Lego store to open in Penrith
Calling all Lego fanatics! A new Lego Certified Store has been announced for Westfield Penrith – and it’s coming sooner than you think.
St Marys Town Centre eyes brighter future for forgotten part of Penrith
After a challenging few years, St Marys Town Centre Corporation has a strong vision to encourage the local economy and community spirit.
Penrith business celebrates 40 years in operation – and it’s still growing
In the last four decades, a lot has changed in the Penrith community. One local business that has lived through it all is J. Wyndham Prince.
Commonwealth Bank to move its historic High Street branch
After 90 years at its iconic spot at the top of High Street, the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) has revealed it will shift its Penrith branch.
West is best: Growing manufacturing business calls Penrith home
An Australian family owned and operated medical products manufacturer has made the move and is now calling Penrith home.
Unvaccinated shopper “made a fuss” at Lowes
Lowes has confirmed the police needed to be called to its Penrith store yesterday after an incident involving an unvaccinated customer.
Family business had a front row seat to Penrith’s growth
What is believed to be Penrith’s oldest family run business is celebrating a major milestone this month.
From Werrington to the world: Kim’s business booms
Werrington Downs resident Kim McCall has set tongues wagging with her small business selling hand sewn items.
Confirmed: Target to exit Westfield Penrith
One of Penrith's most iconic department stores is set to close for good, with Target confirming it will shut its doors early next year.
Bunnings stores back open for retail customers from Monday
Penrith's two Bunnings stores will reopen to retail customers on Monday.
Essential businesses can now get COVID tests on-site for staff
Medihealth Pathology in Penrith is making COVID-19 testing easier for essential workers to keep the community safe.
