Community
Bikers show their soft side
Penrith Motorcycle Centre is going the distance for the children’s charity, Wings4kidz.
150 participants will ride four hours from Penrith to Windeyer as a way...
Racing royalty lands at Aussie Arms to support Great Walk Foundation
Legendary trainer Gai Waterhouse has shown her support for the Great Walk Foundation at a special fundraising luncheon held in Penrith.
The foundation is a...
Teddy bears bring smiles to most in need
Veronica Fleeton has been sewing up a storm all for a good cause.
Dedicated locals honoured for volunteer work
Dedicated western Sydney locals have been recognised for their contribution to the community at the 2020 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards.
Step in the right direction: Mental health fundraiser a major success
WestCare’s annual Steps of Hope took place last Saturday, with members of the community heading to the Nepean River in an effort to raise money for mental health causes.
New babies are wrapped in love at Nepean Hospital
Nepean Hospital’s Maternity Unit has launched its ‘Wrapped in Love’ project to welcome newborn Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander children into the community.
Riding for research and a better future
21-year-old Londonderry resident Katelyn Mitchell is leading the stride towards finding a cure for her rare ovarian cancer.
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).
Red Shield Appeal kicks off this Friday
The Salvation Army's major fundraiser gets underway this weekend.
Pink Up Penrith surpasses major fundraising milestone
This year’s Pink Up Penrith campaign has raised more than $100,000 to help fund McGrath Foundation nurses at Nepean Hospital.
Saluting their service
Federal Member for Lindsay, David Bradbury, has met with members of the Penrith RSL Sub-branch who recently received $4000 under the Gillard...
Veronica’s new car comes at perfect time
After three months and 28,000 competition entries, one lucky woman is now the proud owner of a brand new 2015 Toyota Kluger.
On Tuesday, Veronica...
Still running: Community event saved
Over 300 people that take part in Penrith Lakes Parkrun are celebrating after confirmation the event is here to stay.
The weekly 5km run, held...
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...
Film project focuses on mentorship and support
Penrith Regional Gallery is offering filmmakers who identify as living with a disability a chance to refine their skills and tell their stories.
The Five...
Mayor to help spread the word for Luke Priddis Foundation
Disability rights advocate and Penrith Mayor John Thain has been announced as a Luke Priddis Foundation (LPF) ambassador.
Board members, including Luke Priddis, congratulated Cr...
On the road for charity
If someone told you they were driving a 1984 Subaru Leone across a distance of 3,800km, you’d probably think they were crazy, right?
But that’s...
Chance to remember those no longer with us this Christmas
For many, Christmas is a time to celebrate with family, but for others it can be a reminder of those who are no longer...
Knitters think outside the square
Knitters think outside the square to make much-needed blankets for vulnerable.
Help support kids on Starlight Day
The Starlight Children’s Foundation needs your help to raise $1.3 million to deliver happiness to more than 33,000 seriously ill and hospitalised children around Australia.
