Inspiring others through tragedy
After the loss of both her daughters and her husband, Julie Cini will be visiting Penrith next month to spread awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), the topic...
Stopped in its tracks
Popular Penrith fitness event ‘Parkrun’ could be at risk of shutting down after access to ‘Gate D’ at the Sydney International Regatta Centre was closed off.
Over 300...
Local member disheartens LGBTI community over gay marriage stance
Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies, has disappointed the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community.
Responding to queries raised by the Weekender after controversial reports one of her campaign...
11-year-old’s push for skate park may become reality
Thanks to 11-year-old Brock Jurd, Penrith Council is looking into providing a skate park behind Cambridge Gardens Public School.
It comes after the young Cambridge...
Australian Ballet brings free performance to Penrith
The magic and the beauty of ballet is coming to Penrith with a free outdoor performance at the picturesque Sydney International Regatta Centre.
On Friday,...
Award for humble man after a decade of selfless service
After 10 years volunteering at the Nepean Food Services and a role as Chairman, Scott Wheeler has been awarded the 2016 Mulgoa Senior Achievement...
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...
New approach to healthcare launched in Penrith
The Penrith region is the home of an innovative new approach to healthcare, that now offers a range of health services all under the...
Podcast shows west’s pride
Former McCarthy Catholic College school teacher turned NRL referee Grant Atkins has released a popular podcast series highlighting the incredible achievements of western Sydney...
Panthers treat NADO to a night at the footy
Panthers have treated 50 deserving people to an experience they’ll never forget with a special night out at the footy.
Last Saturday evening four Nepean...
New opera company set to hit a high note
Get a taste for the future of opera in western Sydney, as the newly formed Western Sydney Opera company treats Penrith to their first...
Beauty of a budgie: St Clair bird lover takes home Easter Show honours
Decades of passion for James Matthews has paid off after he won Reserve Grand Champion Budgerigar at the Sydney Royal Easter Show this year.
But...
Eggstra special celebration for Easter
Extravagant is an understatement, as Emu Heights Public School celebrated Easter a little differently with their Easter Extravaganza.
Every class from Kindergarten to Year 6...
Easter treat for Shirley
Glenmore Park resident Shirley Jenkins has won one of the most prestigious awards on offer at this year’s Sydney Royal Easter Show.
Specialising in arts...
Raising funds to fight Melanoma
It hasn't been an easy ride for Emma Dunlop, of Cranebrook, after she was told she had stage four Melanoma.
Ms Dunlop is now hoping...
Callum captures his future
A simple email provided 15-year-old Callum Meney with the opportunity to snap up prime position on the front page of Australian Wildlife Magazine’s latest...
Western Weekender celebrates 25 years
The Western Weekender today officially celebrates its 25th birthday. The first edition of the Penrith-based publication was released on Friday, March 15, 1991.
The Weekender...
‘Buddy bench’ has an important message
Cambridge Park High School installed a ‘buddy bench’ this week in the hopes it will promote a happier playground environment for children at the...
Expo gives local women what they really want
Everyone wins at this year’s What Women Want Expo, where women really get what they want while contributing to a great cause.
Held on both...
No cabin fever for these old mates
Penrith resident, Peter Scott, and his friend, Reg Armstrong, will embark upon a 1,500 kilometre 4WD adventure in April, and head from beach to...