Community
Teddy bears bring smiles to most in need
Veronica Fleeton has been sewing up a storm all for a good cause.
Swimming for Stephanie: Family gets behind important initiative
A family tragedy has sparked a major fundraising effort.
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.
Bateman, Hartog to receive rare honour
Two dedicated philanthropists and businessmen are set to receive special recognition after they were singled out for one of Penrith Council’s highest honours.
Brooke’s memory lives on
A Cranebrook family will feature in a new eBook by national children’s cancer charity Redkite, which celebrates the humble loaf of bread for the major role it plays in supporting children and young people with cancer.
Maccas makes a difference
Seriously ill children and their families will benefit from more than $100,000 thanks to a donation from McDonald’s Garton Group.
Santa spreads festive cheer at hospital
Children and newborns seeking treatment at Nepean Hospital received a very special visit from Santa last week
Nepean Donor Centre celebrates 10th birthday
Nepean Donor Centre blew out the candles on a big cake as it celebrated a milestone birthday this week.
Hair braiding experiences popularity surge
Glenmore Park mum’s business booms as hair braiding surges in popularity.
Zoey’s crafty creations inspire her community
After Zoey Hawke lost a friend to cancer, she wanted to help make a difference.
Gyms push rivalry aside to hold fundraising bootcamp in Penrith
Fitness centres come together to hold massive fundraising bootcamp in Penrith.
Take a bite for charity on McHappy Day
Buy a Big Mac and raise funds for families in need at McHappy Day on Saturday
Strike up a free game on International Day of People with Disability
For the sixth consecutive year, Zone Bowling will bowl people over with a great deal to celebrate International Day of People with Disability.
Help create smiles this Christmas
Locals urged to play Santa and help brighten Christmas for families in need.
Siblings form unbreakable bond after life-saving surgery
How a North St Marys toddler’s bravery saved her brother’s life in his time of need.
Work begins on modern aged care facility at Emu Plains
The facility is expected to open in 2020.
Parkrun secures new partner
Blackmores has announced it will be teaming up with parkrun Australia, the nation's biggest community running group, as a part of its ongoing commitment...
Gala dinner will raise money for Blue Datto Foundation
Local road safety charity the Blue Datto Foundation is calling for community support leading into their Gala Dinner on Saturday, October 19 at the...
Annual WestCare dinner raises record $200,000 in Penrith
More than $200,000 has been raised for local charity WestCare in a spectacular show of generosity from the Penrith community.
