Community
Pipes, drums and good friends: How you can experience the fun
Penrith RSL Pipes and Drums President Tim Badger said before joining the group he used to be able to fit his musical experience in his little finger.
Turn The River Pink returns this October
This October, Tanti Financial Services will be turning the Nepean River pink once again with their annual event, raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research.
Mystery over St Marys body
St Marys police are investigating the suspicious death of a male found deceased in a car, parked beneath a unit block in St...
Chamber donates $5k to Nepean Family Room
The Ronald McDonald Family Room at Nepean Hospital was presented with a cheque to the tune of $5000 today from the Penrith Valley Chamber...
Driving home an important message
Fusion Western Sydney will host ‘Sleep in Your Car’ for the fourth year, an event that’s run as part of National Homelessness Prevention Week.
To...
Brightening Christmas for those who’ve “fallen through the net”
Christmas is full of carefree quality time with family, but there are many others who don’t get a chance to escape their worries.
Ross ‘Rossco’...
Desperate battle to save Taryn
A mother in Orchard Hills will move Heaven and Earth to save the life of her daughter, aiming to raise $200,000 in search of...
Care packages to brighten Christmas for our troops
Losing a loved one, no matter the circumstances, is always a difficult time in a person’s life.
However, just as local Jessica Craig discovered, it’s...
PCYC gets on its bike
It’s the simple act of going for a bike ride, but a new PCYC program is set to have a significant impact on Penrith...
Mums on the run
For mums, dedicating your life to your children can take quite a toll on both your body and your friendships.
One simple initiative, Running Mums...
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.
Medical breakthrough: New way to monitor vital signs
Researchers from Western Sydney University have developed wearable medical devices to monitor vital signs in a unique way.
Spence Park to undergo overhaul after students answer Mayor’s design challenge
A vision for a fresh, fun and inclusive play space will come to life in Penrith thanks to the hard work of some of the city’s youngest residents.
Cranebrook local honoured for lifetime of volunteering
Adolfo Gonzalez is passionate about giving back and has been recognised for his community spirit.
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.
Cuppa for a cause: Biggest Morning Tea returns
One of the country’s best-known fundraisers, Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, is coming up again next week, aiming to make a big difference for those impacted by 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...
