Federal Politics
Why Turnbull should stay in top job
The only thing as certain as Winx winning her 25th straight race on Saturday was Malcolm Turnbull’s 30th consecutive Newspoll defeat on Monday.
But here’s...
Government to tackle drug epidemic
Thousands of methamphetamine users and their families across Lindsay will see more support to battle against the ‘Ice’ epidemic.
The final report from the National...
Husar may re-contest seat after all
As Labor scrambles to find a new candidate to contest Lindsay at next year’s Federal Election, sitting MP Emma Husar has hinted her political...
Please just shut up and vote: Why what you do on election day really...
A special guest opinion piece ahead of Saturday's election.
Social media posts come back to haunt Labor candidate
Six-year-old Facebook posts are threatening to derail Labor in Lindsay just days before Bill Shorten launches the party's official campaign in Penrith.
The posts by...
Labor commits funds to Conservation Corridor
Federal Labor will invest up to $2.5 million to support the Cumberland Conservation Corridor in a bid to protect the environment around Mulgoa Creek.
The...
New face in election campaign
After years of supporting the Liberal Party, local man Steve Roddick has had enough.
He has now resigned from the Board of the Penrith Valley...
Push for women in trades to be an election issue
A national organisation wants to drill into the government the importance of women in trades ahead of the Federal Election.
Cornish aims for disruption
Independent Candidate Marcus Cornish may be a one-man-band, but he's certainly making plenty of noise.
The controversial Penrith City Councillor, who came to the community's...
Locals express frustration at NDIS roll-out
As the roll-out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) continues, a forum hosted by Member for Lindsay Emma Husar on Tuesday has highlighted...
Labor says its housing policy is positive
After seven years of looking to buy her own home, South Penrith resident Rika Kuala is hoping a change in Government policy will allow...
Husar optimistic about Labor’s chances
Labor candidate Emma Husar says she's "in it to win it" as an epic three month election campaign gets underway ahead of a July...
ALP to form government; Lindsay stays Liberal at Federal Election
The Coalition has lost government, with Anthony Albanese to become Prime Minister.
Melissa McIntosh endorsed as Liberal Candidate for Lindsay
Melissa McIntosh will fight her third straight Federal Election after being endorsed as the Liberal candidate for Lindsay for the next poll.
A question of trust and integrity
This is probably one of the most difficult pre-election columns I’ve ever written.
Difficult because it is impossible to say there’s been a clear winner...
Labor promises Jamison Park upgrade
Labor says it will invest $15 million to support local netball and deliver the Jamison Park Multi-Purpose Indoor Sport Centre.
Labor Candidate for Lindsay, Diane...
Dodds: My final verdict on 2022 Federal Election
The Weekender's traditional election eve column has landed.
Penrith Whitewater Stadium and PVRSC to be upgraded under Coalition
The Liberals have committed to deliver upgrades for both Penrith Whitewater Stadium and Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre.
Labor commits to building urgent care clinic in Lindsay
Labor makes major campaign promise in Lindsay.
Grant to help fuel young minds
Penrith Community Kitchen has received a grant to help support 26 schools in the Penrith Local Government Area.
