Charlotte’s death must be a line in the sand moment for bullying conversation
It's the story that broke Sydney's heart. But it must be the catalyst for change. Troy Dodds.
Infrastructure feats lost in airport debate
Troy Dodds takes a sneak peak at the new M12 motorway.
Ahead of its final stand, a love letter to Penrith Park
Penrith Park has 80 minutes of life left in it. Troy Dodds reflects on a home away from home.
New workplace laws replace common sense, and create more confusion
Are 'right to disconnect' laws actually needed, or is it a government thought bubble replacing common sense? Troy Dodds.
How Liberal debacle opens door to Council dysfunction
There is much to unpack following the Liberal Party debacle surrounding nominations for the upcoming Local Government Election.
Golden Foxes: Incredible athletes, and people to be proud of
Penrith is buzzing for all the right reasons, thanks to a paddling family who chose to call our city home.
Origin’s impact on the NRL is overstated. Prove me wrong.
Unpopular opinion: State of Origin does not impact the NRL as much as everyone wants to believe. Troy Dodds has his say.
Is the 6pm news, once appointment television, on its way out?
You can't blame Channel Seven for trying to shake up its ailing 6pm news. But is the one-time TV tradition dead in the water?
The death of after work drinks, and a shift in our culture
We used to know everything about our colleagues' lives. Water cooler talk and after-work drinks were everything. Is it all dead now? Alan Mascarenhas ponders.
A love letter to the city of Penrith
Recently named Penrith's Citizen of the Year, Troy Dodds opens up about his love and passion for our city.
Opinion: How Dutton’s power play put him in election race
Peter Dutton's nuclear plan has not been laughed out of the room. This is why Anthony Albanese should be worried.
The golden opportunity Penrith missed with the Taylan May saga
"As a Penrith fan for more than 35 years, a club member and a resident in the community it represents, there’s one line in addition to the “no further comment” I’d like to see."
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The incredible resurrection of Dylan Edwards
Five years ago, the career of Dylan Edwards was at a crossroads. Now, he's preparing to make his State of Origin debut for NSW. How he bounced back.
Respect for referees must start with players
The pile-on directed at NRL referee Kasey Badger in the wake of last Saturday’s clash between Canterbury and the Wests Tigers must be a line in the sand moment for the game.
A son lost in the ugliness of war: ANZAC Day offers a chance to reflect and remember
Ahead of ANZAC Day, Troy Dodds reflects on the horrors of war - and the impact on those left behind.
Social media companies, and their users, must look in the legal and moral mirror
Why does the public not hold social media companies and rogue users to the same standard as it does the traditional media? Troy Dodds ponders.
How a forgotten classic TV show has sparked an emotional trip down memory lane
A forgotten TV show. A hunt for its missing episodes. One giant trip down memory lane.
Everyone can play a part in saving Penrith’s restaurants
There's blame to go around, but we can all play a part in trying to save Penrith's dining scene.
Pull the other one: Let’s not pretend Labor will build a roof on Accor Stadium
Troy Dodds isn't buying the State Government's "serious consideration" of a roof at Accor Stadium.