Education
Students get insight into dairy industry
Henry Fulton Public School students say they have enjoyed learning about dairy thanks to their class pet, ‘Mooranda’.
Mooranda, a life-size fibreglass cow, was given...
Checkmates! Students make all the right moves
Students from schools across the Penrith region have come together to compete at the ninth annual Inter Schools Chess Tournament.
The competition saw 11 primary...
Contract awarded for Penrith Public School upgrade
Students and teachers at Penrith Public School will benefit from an upgrade that will provide new classrooms and improved facilities.
The construction contract has been...
Nursing degrees to go online as teaching evolution goes to new level
Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia’s number one university for nursing and midwifery, has launched its Bachelor of Nursing degree through WSU Online, in a...
Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge returns
For almost 20 years, the Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge has been a rite of passage for young people wanting to test themselves both physically and mentally, ultimately changing their lives forever.
The advice local principals have for students ahead of NAPLAN
NAPLAN will be kicking off for 2023 tomorrow, with some big changes ahead for students in Years 3, 5, 7, and 9.
Glenmore Park’s new primary school officially opens its doors
The red carpet was rolled out for students this morning who started at the new Nangamay Public School in Mulgoa Rise.
Premier in town to open new school building
A new state-of-the-art building was unveiled at Penrith Public School earlier today, as a result of a $10 million investment from the State Government.
Health benefits the focus of Walk Safely to School Day
Now in it's 23rd year, Walk Safely to School Day is back this Friday, May 20 to encourage primary school children around the country to take a step towards a healthier future.
How a local teen helped keep formals and graduations on track during pandemic
A local teenager has been recognised for her passion for keeping Year 12 formals and graduations on track despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Barney Glover to exit Vice-Chancellor role at WSU
Barney Glover has announced he will not seek reappointment as Vice-Chancellor of Western Sydney University when his term ends in 2024 after more than a decade at the institution.
School formals to go ahead
Year 12 students across NSW will be able to celebrate finishing school with COVID-19 safe graduation ceremonies and formals being allowed to take place during Term 4.
Losing their religion: Local researcher looks into rise in atheism
A researcher at Western Sydney University (WSU) Werrington is looking into why people choose to dump their religion, and become active atheists.
In the 100 years...
Spelling champs are lost for words
Etymology, irredeemable, and enthusiasm were just a few of the words Emilia McCarthy, aged nine, successfully spelled at the 2018 NSW Premier’s Spelling Bee,...
