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Reset required: How we must move forward after Voice defeat

The Voice's biggest losers, and where we go from here. Troy Dodds explains.

The Voice wiped out in comprehensive referendum defeat

Australia has overwhelmingly rejected the Voice, with the referendum on track for a major defeat.

Cameras to identify seatbelt offences in NSW, government confirms

Mobile phone detection cameras will begin enforcing seatbelt compliance.

The local running club with the best possible reward for pounding the pavement

Squinters Brewing Co has created the perfect excuse to dust off your running shoes – topped off with an ice-cold beer.

Community invited to Oxley Park event as locals raise funds for brave Xaviah

The Oxley Park Public School community is coming together for a student who has received a devastating diagnosis.

“We don’t know what we’re going to do”: Businesses face uncertain future after Jamisontown...

Local business owners watched on as their livelihoods came crashing down in a factory fire at Jamisontown on Tuesday night.

Police raid properties at Shanes Park, Londonderry as part of vehicle rebirthing investigation

Raptor Squad detectives have charged two men following an investigation into the alleged rebirthing of stolen vehicles.

Brenden Brown: Listening to the Voice or listening to voices?

It’s time we simply gave Aboriginal people a voice in their future, writes Brenden Brown.

Local doctors in desperate mission to save lives in Solomon Islands

A team of 13 surgeons, nurses and anaesthetists will be travelling to the Solomon Islands next month to perform life saving brain surgeries.

“They have no fear”: Concern over spike in local petrol thefts

Petrol theft in New South Wales has reached a new 10-year high, as thousands of families struggle to cope with the cost-of-living crisis.

Lennox Village to improve solar usage under upgrade plan

A Development Application worth more than a million dollars has been approved for four solar car park canopies at Lennox Village Shopping Centre at Emu Plains.

Penrith residents lodge more than 500 complaints with Telecommunications Ombudsman

Penrith locals were among the top complainers when it came to phone and Internet issues in the last financial year.

“I stand with Israel”: Local MP condemns attacks

Badgerys Creek MP Tanya Davies has condemned the attacks on Israel by Hamas.

The incredible, largely unknown story of Reg Saunders

Long-term St Marys resident is long-forgotten these days, but deserves a place in our country’s story as a true hero

Five Penrith restaurants we wish would return

We're looking back in time and name five Penrith restaurants from the past we're desperate to eat at one more time...

Hairspray sold in Penrith subject to product recall

A temporary colour hairspray sold at retailers in Penrith has been recalled over fears of allergic reactions.

Accused killer Prince Fahnbulleh back in court over St Clair stabbing

A man accused of murder has had his case return to court.

NSW Health issues warning to asthma sufferers

People prone to hay-fever and respiratory conditions like asthma are being urged to prepare for the bushfire and thunderstorm asthma season.

Podcast: Penrith Panthers 2023 Season Review

In this special Western Weekender podcast, Troy Dodds and Nathan Taylor review the 2023 NRL season.

It’s time to properly honour history of the Panthers

The Panthers are on top of the rugby league universe, which makes it the perfect time to properly address how the club's long history is recognised. Troy Dodds explains.