Grass fire closes M4 as winds cause chaos

High winds have been causing headaches for firefighters this afternoon with a number of grass fires in the area.

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Sydney’s west

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Sydney’s west. Kieran Buckley, aged 40, was last seen in Emu Plains on...

“Patient flow concierge officer” to be deployed at Nepean Hospital

The State Government will implement a "patient flow concierge officer" at Nepean Hospital.

Tender opens for duty-free retail partner at WSI

A world-class shopping precinct for Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport is a step closer.

Podcast: Tension’s Running High E012

We preview the Panthers v Rabbitohs Friday night showdown in Penrith, plus Luke Garner joins us.

Fox sisters to appear at Penrith luncheon

The Gold Medal-winning Fox sisters are continuing their homecoming celebrations with an appearance at a local luncheon next week.

Journos roll up their sleeves to answer call for blood donors

Western Weekender journalists have answered the call for blood donors - and they want you to follow in their footsteps.

Fast food restaurants eye former car yard on Great Western Highway

Two new fast food restaurants are being proposed to be built in St Marys after a Development Application was lodged with Penrith City Council.

Drowning stats a concern as warmer weather arrives

Frightening drowning statistics have been revealed on the eve of the Australian summer.

Seven Councillors, including those caught up in Liberal farce, bid farewell

“It’s been an absolute privilege": Councillors caught up in nomination farce bid farewell.

Beloved Penrith restaurant The Union announces immediate closure

The Union restaurant in Penrith has announced its sudden closure.

Westfield announces Local Heroes finalists for 2024

Three passionate community members have been honoured as part of the Westfield Local Heroes initiative.

Ribs & Roast to open Outlet store in Penrith

Ribs & Roast has confirmed it will open an outlet to the public in Penrith later this year.

Tamlyn Gresser is dropping mail in 57 letter boxes every day next month. Here’s why.

After being diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year, Glenmore Park local Tamlyn Gresser has started a unique fundraising initiative to ensure everyone is checking their breasts.

New workplace laws replace common sense, and create more confusion

Are 'right to disconnect' laws actually needed, or is it a government thought bubble replacing common sense? Troy Dodds.

Singapore Airlines to fly out of Western Sydney International Airport

"This investment will connect Badgerys Creek to Marina Bay": Albo's declaration as major airline commits to Western Sydney International Airport.

Wiggles urge us to be ‘Water Saving Superheroes’

Sydney Water has joined forces with children’s entertainment group The Wiggles to remind us to conserve water as spring and summer looms.

Gipps Street Recreation Precinct to open this weekend

Penrith’s newest sport and recreation destination will officially open this Saturday.

Penrith’s missing Councillor: The extraordinary story of Rodney Field

The mystery of a missing Councillor. His stunning 40-minute cassette tape. His shock resignation to "go sailing". Whatever happened to former Penrith Mayor Rodney Field?

Quilters return: Airing of the Quilts set for September 7

The Caring Hearts Quilters are back for their 24th year of the Airing of the Quilts