100 not out: Lovable ‘Becky’ celebrates a very special milestone
Humour and modesty are the traits that Thora Lillian Underhill, better known to friends and family as ‘Becky’, is most known for.
And it was...
Penrith provides perfect backdrop for top Castlereagh artist
Castlereagh artist Julie Simmons has won big at the 27th Combined Art Societies of Sydney (CASS) ‘Art of Sydney’ Awards Exhibition.
Ms Simmons said she...
Ready for her proudest moment
Thousands of people from all walks of life, with different backgrounds and nationalities are set to become proud Australian citizens next week, including Oxley...
Ready to ride: Local couple take on mighty challenge
Taking part in a mammoth 130km bike ride fundraiser is a challenge for anyone, but if you’ve never ridden a bike before it makes...
Sports centre granted air-con wish
Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre will no longer have to suffer through the heat with funding secured for air conditioning.
Penrith Council will be donating...
The burger that could save a life
It’s rare that a burger could save someone’s life, but Grill’d Penrith is offering that chance with this month’s Local Matters campaign.
Teaming up with...
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’...
Emu Plains Prison expansion plans dumped
The proposed expansion of Emu Plains Correctional Centre will not be progressing, Minister for Correctional Services, David Elliott, announced today.
"I have today (Tuesday, December...
Celebrating a special Nanna
Christmas has come early for one deserving Nanna, Julie Albury, who has been recognised for her dedication to the community.
For the past three and...
Bobby The Brave’s abuser sentenced for horrific bashing
Glenmore Park toddler Bobby Webber’s abuser has been sentenced to a maximum of 12 years and six months behind bars.
Andrew Nolan appeared in Darlinghurst...
Christmas lights have extra sparkle
The Christmas spirit has arrived early this year, as Colyton local Sharon Peach and her family fundraise for the community.
Boasting one of the largest...
Family room helps hundreds every day
Business representatives from the area were treated to a special tour of the Ronald McDonald Nepean Family Room this week as a thank you...
Kingswood dancer takes home top award
Kingswood resident Hannah Reimer has beaten out a group of dancing’s rising stars to take out the Outstanding Female Dancer award at the recent...
Londonderry author delves into mystery of time travel with new book
Local Londonderry author, John Peter Borgatti, has had his debut science fiction novel published.
His book Time Paradox was released on Thursday and tells the...
Meet Cambridge Park’s Mr Christmas
Cambridge Park resident Paul Mitchell is continuing his tradition of spreading Christmas cheer in his community, after starting his light decorations over 17 years...
Friends take on a mighty challenge
One in three people live in poverty but a team of four from Penrith are determined to help change that in any way they...
Community transport visionary retires
It’s the end of an era for Helen Walker after serving the Penrith and Blue Mountains communities for more than 30 years through Great...
Spreading festive cheer to troops
A local community group is spreading festive cheer all over the world by sending gifts to our Australian troops in time for Christmas.
Nepean Wives...
Great grandfather Ross Taylor proves you’re never too old to learn
Penrith great grandfather Ross Taylor is proving age is well and truly no barrier when it comes to trying new things.
Last Friday morning the...
Caitlin honoured for being a MATE
Penrith resident Caitlin Monaghan has been presented with a Premier’s Volunteer Recognition certificate for her mentoring at Western Sydney University.
The Premier's Volunteer Recognition Program celebrates...