Community
How accepting help changed Christel’s life
Turning 81-years-old in September, Penrith’s Christel Fooks has spent her life looking after others, but now struggles to accept the help back in her...
Big rigs and country music at Truck Show
They’re big, powerful and often cost more than the average Australian home, and this weekend some of Australia’s finest rigs will be out on...
Panthers gives back to the community
Generosity is at the heart of our community, and Penrith Panthers isn’t letting this go unnoticed.
This year, $338,900 will be donated as part of...
Panthers on the Prowl scores election funding boost
Vital community organisation Panthers on the Prowl has received a $170,000 funding commitment from the Morrison Government to ensure their support for disadvantaged youth continues.
Street University to make a difference to youth in Penrith
A new program run by the Ted Noffs Foundation has opened its doors to support young people.
Jenni breaks new ground with RSL Life Membership
Jenni May is the first female to ever be awarded Life Membership at Penrith RSL.
Final Airing of the Quilts: End of beloved local tradition
Members of the Caring Hearts Community Quilters group are preparing for their final Airing of the Quilts event, to take place on Saturday, April 10.
Taking care of a classic: Iconic fire truck back after refurbishment
An iconic part of Penrith was returned to its spot along Castlereagh Road on Monday after it disappeared from public view.
The fire engine out...
‘Young Elvis’ has all the right moves
At just 21-years-old, Cambridge Park local Emilio Prince will be competing for the title of Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist at this year’s Parkes Elvis Festival.
Meet the Emu Plains couple who have provided foster care to 67 children
Virginia Walsh finds it hard to explain the feeling of why she wanted to be a foster carer but she has always known it was something she had to do with her husband Garry.
Mulgoa Rural Fire Brigade to hold open day on May 7
Locals can live out their dreams of being a firefighter for the day when the Mulgoa Rural Fire Brigade opens the doors of its new fire station at the end of the month.
Pink Up Penrith swings back into action with annual golf day
Pink Up Penrith will launch this year’s campaign with their annual golf day on Friday, September 22.
Kitchen founders honoured
The Penrith Community Kitchen is a cornerstone of the local community, providing food and friendship for the less fortunate. ...
Don’t dart away from the challenge
Cancer Council NSW will hit the bullseye later this month with its annual Darts Challenge fundraiser.
The fundraiser was created to help continue the conversation...
Going red for a good cause
SIDS and Kids are urging locals to get behind the 28th Red Nose Day this Friday, June 24.
Products for purchase this year are looking...
Fire rips through Llandilo and Cranebrook
Thick black smoke is swallowing the skyline, as a bush fire spreads through Cranebrook in the vicinity of Vincent Road and the Northern Road.
Residents...
Jail time for business and sporting identities
As part of National Youth Week, invited members of the community will be “doing time to stop youth crime” to raise funds for Penrith...
Businesses eat up McHappy Day challenge
It’s almost McHappy Day, and businesses across Penrith and the Hawkesbury are ready to compete to see who can raise the most money for...
Wigs for Kids: Unique event will get people talking
We’re all familiar with fundraising drives, but one local business is encouraging long-haired locals to have a big chop at their hair raising event...
Art tells women’s stories
Penrith resident Anna Boros knows that art says what words can’t. That’s why she’s spent the past year creating a portrait series that expresses...
