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Commuters see red over flaws in new timetable

Transport for NSW is defending its new train timetable despite an outrageous flaw that will force hundreds if not thousands of commuters into longer...

Flu spike sparks warning

So far 462 notifications of influenza have been recorded in Penrith, in comparison to just 51 notifications at the same time last year.

Pre-poll proves popular: Locals already having their say at State Election

A steady stream of people have made their way to the Penrith Paceway pre-poll to cast their votes ahead of this weekend’s NSW Election to help decide who will represent the area and lead the state.

Retailers close stores as Coronavirus bites

More jobs are being lost as retailers shut their doors this week due to mounting pressures resulting from Coronavirus.

Cornish calls for better system to name streets in new developments

‘Turn left on Femur Lane, then continue around the bend on Elbow Crescent’ might sound silly but they could be the directions you’re giving...

Greens in Penrith to make climate announcement

The Greens braved a 40 degree day in Penrith last Sunday to make a climate announcement at Caddens.

2023 In Review – January: Holiday tragedy, Critter declares he’s out

From a Gold Coast tragedy to an horrific murder, January 2023 delivered a heartbreaking start to the year.

Statement from Tony Abbott and Warren Truss

The Government has confirmed that the site for western Sydney’s new airport will be Badgerys Creek. For more than 50 years governments have...

Teen stabbed

A 14-year-old boy has been rushed to hospital after being stabbed in Penrith. About 1.20am today, police were called to Karella Avenue after...

The end has arrived for Mulgoa Road’s iconic gum trees

After years of fighting, the battle to conserve the rows of trees known as Grey Gums along Mulgoa Road was lost today as the chainsaws began to cut them down.

Christmas cakes back again

Christmas in July is well and truly gone, which means that with only 14 weeks left until the real deal, its time to...

Man charged after filming woman using toilet

Police have charged a man after allegedly filming a woman while in a toilet cubicle at a shopping centre in Penrith, as well as...

Bobby the brave: Toddler’s fight will never be over

Although two-year-old Bobby Webber, of Werrington County, has defied all the medical odds, life will never quite be the same for the brave little...

"Planning madness"

Penrith City Council has launched a stunning attack on the State Government, saying its potential plans for new housing lots are...

New cafe is proof that dreams really do come true

The Blind Chef café will open on Monday, April 12 at 1/251 High Street in Penrith.

The A-Z Guide of the Federal Election

A is for Alan Jones. One of the most influential broadcasters in the country and a vocal Tony Abbott supporter. Can the Liberals still...

Shake-up to Penrith’s restaurant scene

Penrith’s ever-changing restaurant scene has had another major change, with long-time Italian restaurant Panarottis closing during the week.

WSU deploys new tech to International Space Station

Western Sydney University (WSU) is working to deploy ground-breaking camera technology to the International Space Station for a research project.

Statement from Penrith Performing and Visual Arts regarding Covid-19

Penrith Performing and Visual Arts has issued a statement in relation to the Coronavirus pandemic.

Four arrested over Kingswood carjacking

Three teenagers and a man have been charged after an aggravated carjacking in Kingswood last night. About 11pm last night, a 27-year-old...