Community
Future of Penrith Ice Palace in doubt after sale
The future of local sporting clubs could be on thin ice after the recent sale of the Penrith Ice Palace.
Pancake Day is the perfect excuse for a tasty treat
Very few of us need an excuse to indulge in a delicious stack of pancakes.
Community groups find new home after fire
Penrith City Council has found a temporary home for several local community organisations after a shared office building went up in flames in the Penrith CBD last year.
Sisters making a splash for charity
Grace and Charlotte Nicholls have been swimming up a storm during February to raise money for sick kids.
Bowls day to raise money for Penrith PCYC
A major charity bowls day is taking place in Penrith next week.
Singing up a storm in St Marys
Starting next week, Fusion Western Sydney will be hosting St Marys Sings – a community choir funded by Penrith City Council’s Magnetic Places.
Penrith unites behind local mum diagnosed with rare form of cancer
The Penrith community has come out in strides to support local resident Carina Camilleri in her battle with a rare form of cancer.
On course for a cause: Relay For Life Charity Golf Day to be held...
Can you beat the pro? Novelty event part of new fundraiser.
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.
New work being developed as part of Q Theatre Lab in Penrith
The 2022 Q Theatre Lab residents are in the house, with The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre welcoming this year’s residency recipients Linda Nicholls-Gridley, Jamie Oxenbould and Mary Rachel Brown.
Free diary, Seniors Card Directory available now
The 2022 Seniors Card Directory along with additional copies of the Legal Topics for Older People Diary 2022 are now available for collection from the Penrith office of Stuart Ayres.
The laughs must go on… to help veterans doing it tough
Comedian Rob Andrews is encouraging comics worldwide to put their best jokes forward in support of Soldier On, as part of his online comedy contest, Larrikins Worldwide.
Meet the Penrith primary school student about to star in a Hollywood blockbuster
It looks like Penrith has found its next superstar, with six-year-old Gabriella Sengos soon to make her big screen debut in action blockbuster, ‘Blacklight’, alongside Liam Neeson.
Giving our beloved pets a tasty treat: Business booms for doggy bakers
Every dog owner loves to spoil their pooch every once in a while.
New owners set to breathe fresh life into Penrith dance studio
Dancers of Penrith, meet Xander Jean and Racquel Kuhle – the new principals of A-Live Performing Arts Centre.
Protecting the environment or ruining fun for local kids?
Penrith City Council is cracking down on unauthorised bike jumps and tracks across the area after seeing an increase in reports from community members.
Matilda waltzes into the list of top baby names
Amelia and Oliver remained the most popular baby names in NSW for 2021, with new contenders Matilda, Theodore and Levi making their debut in the top 10.
Richard passes on his passion and experience
Local Midwifery Educator Richard Gilfillan has been nominated for a Judith Meppem Leadership Award as part of the NSW Health 2021 Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.
Surprise celebration to recognise David Trist’s 60 years with Legacy
A local Legatee has been recognised for 60 years of service with the Nepean Division of Sydney Legacy.
Gifts, lollies for kids as festive cheer is spread through the streets
Local businesses will be helping Santa spread joy for the second year with a Christmas Eve run through South Penrith, Jamisontown and Cranebrook.
