Community

Making a difference in turning lives around: Cathy honoured with ACM

Cathy Petrovski has dedicated the last 10 years supporting victims of crime as well as helping offenders address their behaviour.

Fun (and comfy) day has a powerful message

Penrith locals are pulling out all the stops ahead of the comfiest day of the year.

Apprentice jeweller set to shine in Melbourne

York Jewellers apprentice Gabby Muloch will be taking centre stage next year when she represents New South Wales at the 2023 WorldSkills Australia competition in Melbourne.

Fundraiser launched as local family deals with loss of nine-year-old daughter

A fundraiser has been set up to try and support the family of a nine-year-old, who lost her battle with brain cancer.

Opening their hearts – and kitchens

A hot, nutritious meal is hard to come by for the homeless and disadvantaged living in the local community, who often go days...

Cuteness Alert: My first Mother’s Day

Glenmore Park resident, Erin Daniela, said while she is excited for her first Mother’s Day, she is happy to just spend time with her young family. The mum of...

Incredible display of mateship

A chance meeting has led not only to a life-long friendship but will give Penrith local Anthony Lobo a new lease on life when...

Santa spreads festive cheer at hospital

Children and newborns seeking treatment at Nepean Hospital received a very special visit from Santa last week

Walking tall despite challenges

When cancer survivor Emma Dunlop set her sights on walking the Great Wall of China, it was something she desperately wanted to do. Now...

Concert aims to raise $20,000 for health project

Locals across Penrith and the Blue Mountains are being invited to immerse themselves in a night of cultural song and dance, all in the...

Locals support homeless community as cold winter rolls on

Penrith is putting comfort back into the community with special initiatives during Homelessness Week. In an attempt to combat the cold, Penrith CBD Corporation’s Project...

Sensory gardens to be boosted thanks to grant

A new sensory garden for people living with a disability is on the horizon at the Afford Cherrywood Hub in Llandilo.

Dry July helps fund new nurse

Fundraiser helps place specialist nurse at Nepean Hospital.

COVID-19 survivor Jean Steele celebrates 102nd birthday

Jean Steele celebrated her 102nd birthday on Tuesday but this milestone is even more of an achievement than you may think.

Man pulls Ford Ranger for charity

A local man has taken on an exhausting challenge this week in his attempt to raise $20,000 for Childsafe Australia. Corey Philpott, a 23-year-old staircase...

Community feedback sought on chopper proposal

The community is being encouraged to provide its feedback on plans for the construction and operation of a helipad in the Penrith Lakes precinct...

1500 students commemorate ANZAC Day at School Service

Over 1500 students and teachers attended the ANZAC School Service at Penrith Paceway today.

Cash for community groups: Panthers opens cheque book

Penrith Panthers Leagues Club has again shown its dedication to the community, having announced another year’s worth of funding through the ClubGrants scheme.

Full circle: Panther Cub returns to help mentor with local fundraiser

Local icon Ross Hutchison has been reunited with one of his original Panther cubs ahead of a very special fundraiser to be held at Elton Chong next month.

New health battle for brave local as fundraiser launches

Casey Cameron already has significant health challenges, but now his family has been dealt a huge blow.