Carers encouraged to take care of themselves
For the 854,300 carers around the state, looking after a loved one with a disability or condition can be a 24 hour-a-day job with...
Turn The River Pink fundraiser returns this October
Turn The River Pink was founded in 2017 with the intention of raising funds and awareness for the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF).
Third time lucky: Golf Day set for November after rain delays
This November will see the much anticipated return of the Luke Priddis Foundation’s annual golf day, aiming to raise funds and awareness for their initiatives for children with autism spectrum disorders.
Meet the Emu Plains couple who have provided foster care to 67 children
Virginia Walsh finds it hard to explain the feeling of why she wanted to be a foster carer but she has always known it was something she had to do with her husband Garry.
Emu Heights Public School celebrates special milestone
Emu Heights Public School commemorated its 50th anniversary with a weekend-long celebration surrounded by the community that put them on the map.
Fire stations to open doors for community visits this weekend
As the weather warms up and the risk of fire increases, the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) wants people to be prepared by having a bushfire survival plan.
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.
Win for Peyton after charities come together to donate van
A great result for a Glenmore Park family.
Volunteers needed as Nepean Food Services grows
More volunteers are needed for a vital community service.
Unique way to honour dad this Father’s Day
If you’re looking for something to gift Dad for Father’s Day, Penrith City Council’s annual Trees for Dad community tree planting event returns for its fourth year on Sunday, September 4.
OZWAC confirms merger after 22 years raising funds for research
Local charity The Australian Women and Children’s Research Foundation (OZWAC) has confirmed a merger with the Nepean Blue Mountains Education and Medical Research Foundation.
Chopper proposal takes off after being granted approval
A new helipad at Penrith Lakes has received conditional approval from the Independent Planning Commission today.
The operator will be required to comply with reduced...
Council adds new electric vehicle to library team
Community members of the Penrith Local Government Area (LGA) now have easier access to Penrith City Council’s library services thanks to a new member of the team.
In Evie’s honour: Tears all-round as hair goes
Three years and one week in the making, 10-year-old Kasey Hamilton donated her hair to the Kids Cancer Project last Thursday in honour of her friend Evie, who passed away from the disease in 2017.
Libraries are about much more than books
Libraries are more than just rows of books – they are a meeting place that allow residents to access a range of services.
WestCare finds new home – for now
After losing its office in a fire last year, the community organisation WestCare has found a temporary new home.
Don’t stop the presses: Print museum in search of new home
For the last 21 years the Penrith Museum of Printing has been educating people about the printing press and passing on a historical trade.
Local author’s mission to bring boxer’s incredible story into the spotlight
Young Griffo – a great Australian sporting legend, well known for his boxing skills and larrikinism all around the world.
Fun (and comfy) day has a powerful message
Penrith locals are pulling out all the stops ahead of the comfiest day of the year.
Mum of seven’s sudden death leaves big family with tough road ahead
A Kingswood resident and mother of seven, Aliitasi Salafai was known by her friends and family for her big heart, and unconditional love.