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Protecting the environment or ruining fun for local kids?

Penrith City Council is cracking down on unauthorised bike jumps and tracks across the area after seeing an increase in reports from community members.

Ayres says Labor “ignored trains for 16 years”

The much-criticised new train timetable is just days away from beginning and local commuters are still furious over increased transit times. Shadow Transport Minister Jodi...

Teen passenger dies in Silverdale crash

A man has died in a crash at Silverdale overnight.

Foley commits to timetable review as Sydney Uni joins wave of criticism

Opposition Leader Luke Foley says if Labor wins the 2019 State Election it will review the new train timetable and "restore some fairness". It comes...

Evacuation orders issued; more rain expected today

Evacuation warnings have been issued for parts of the Penrith Local Government Area with residents being warned they may be ordered to leave their homes within hours.

Residents and police foil break and enter attempt at Colyton

Two men who broke in and tried to steal from a home in the middle of the night were foiled when the resident chased...

Transport Minister needs to get off the bus

I’m writing this column on a train trip into the city. Recently, the journey’s been taking so long that the half-empty carriage is the place for all kinds of life management.

Teen in stable condition after scooter and car collide

A 16-year-old boy has been taken to hospital in a stable condition after he was involved in a collision with a car in Glenmore...

Exclusive: New Panthers Chairman Peter Graham on how the club is primed for future...

In his first interview as Chairman, Peter Graham opens up about footy, health and the future of Panthers Group.

Local doctor tackles solo sail

At 27-years-old, one local doctor is getting ready to sail across the Pacific Ocean this month, all in the name of charity. For weeks on...

ANZAC Day services to be held across city

On Monday, local residents will pause to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Golfers urged to tackle sun safety

Penrith golfers are being urged to make sun safety a priority. Joining over 70 other golf clubs across the state, Penrith Golf Club has come...

Open Day: More bus drivers needed

Busways is the operator of public bus transport for western Sydney for Transport for NSW, and they’re actively recruiting new drivers.

Independent first to raise hand for tilt at by-election

Independent candidate Sue Day has confirmed she will run in the South Ward by-election to be held on Saturday, May 12. After lobbying and advocating...