“Short term pain”: Mulgoa Road to face major upheaval in January
All access to Mulgoa Road from the M4 will be closed for three weeks in January as more chaos looms for Penrith motorists.
Podcast: On The Record – Heath Davis
Born and bred in western Sydney, Heath Davis went from Western Weekender journalist to top Australian filmmaker.
Penrith burger restaurant Downtown Brooklyn to close
Burger restaurant Downtown Brooklyn, which opened in Penrith eight years ago, will close permanently before the year is out.
The High Street eatery opened as...
Police launch search for missing Kingswood man
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man missing from Kingswood.
10 years since Sydney Siege brought a city to a standstill
On the ninth anniversary of the Sydney Siege, we revisit extraordinary audio of our Managing Editor, Troy Dodds, covering the dramatic conclusion on Sydney's 2UE.
Penrith’s best restaurants: Our top 10 dinner spots
We name Penrith's top 10 restaurants. Is your favourite on the list?
Next stage of Regatta Park to open today
The new undercover pavilion and water play at Regatta Park will open this afternoon.
Pippa was a life saver, now it’s time to help save hers
A sassy Maltese Shih Tzu named Pippa took care of her owner when she suffered a stroke in 2020, and it’s time to return the favour.
A giant of radio turns off the dial, and Sydney will never be the same
Troy Dodds on the retirement of Ray Hadley, and the end of an era in Sydney radio.
Penrith-based Q Agency announces new scholarship
Q Agency, the Penrith-based creative and digital marketing company, has announced the Q Agency Scholarship for Excellence, in partnership with Western Sydney University.
Stories that deserve to be told
An established author is ensuring the stories of Australian veterans are not forgotten, including that of Emu Heights Vietnam veteran David Calderwood, better known as “Buddha”.
The Penrith roads earmarked for safety upgrades
Penrith City Council has identified multiple roads in need of fixing and will submit an application for further funding to improve road safety in the community.
Vines plan “illogical”: Councillors’ stinging response to Orchard Hills plan
Inappropriate, not logical and not fit for purpose are just some of the ways that Penrith Councillors have described the State Government’s draft plan to re-zone Orchard Hills.
Your guide to Penrith’s best Christmas lights displays
Leading up to Christmas there are so many beautifully decorated houses in the area, all showing off their festive spirit.
On a mission to give back: One man’s challenge for a cause
Last year, a Penrith family spent the lead-up to Christmas at John Hunter Children’s Hospital. This year, the family’s patriarch Zachary Ryan is giving thanks to the hospital by undertaking a 500km challenge over five days to raise $100,000.
Iconic clothing retailer Katies to close its doors
Katies - a brand first launched in 1956 - will shutter in Australia, while dozens of other retail stores in the Mosaic Brands Group will also close.
Killer cats put on notice, as calls for tighter rules grow
Cats have been identified as one of the biggest killers of native animals in Penrith.
Councillor in awkward legal battle with own Council
A Penrith Councillor is locked in a legal battle with his own Council over parking fines issued during the Local Government Election.
Extra waste services available in Penrith over festive season
Extra bin collections, recycling drop-off points and real Christmas Tree disposal have all been announced.
Urge for us to shop local as Christmas edges closer
With two weeks until Christmas, Penrith residents are being urged to shop local for their last-minute gifts.