Long-time residents reflect on the Penrith of yesteryear

We speak to a number of long-time local residents about the Penrith of the past, and how it has changed.

Driver freed from truck following serious Mulgoa crash

A person has been freed from a serious truck crash at Mulgoa this afternoon.

Cautious path to surplus in back-to-basics budget

An Australian-first property guarantee and major boosts for vulnerable communities headline a back-to-basics NSW budget buffeted by global uncertainty

Online watchdog urges YouTube for social media ban

Australia's eSafety commissioner says YouTube should not be exempted from a social media ban for children due to the risk it poses to young people.

New theatre company to put more locals on the stage

Kaleidoscope Productions is the latest addition to the Penrith arts scene, offering young theatre kids a chance to explore the stage.

The future of Penrith: What role will Electric Vehicles play?

What would it take for you to drive an EV?

Local family feels the magic after a time of devastating loss

One in 20 children that lose a parent before they turn 18. Feel the Magic helps ease the pain and devastation.

Joan Renshaw, First Lady of the Penrith Show, dies aged 102

Joan Renshaw, who played an instrumental role in the glory days of the Penrith Show, has passed away.

Why this year’s Boys Night In is more personal than ever for OnePointHealth team

Male wellbeing is a priority at OnePointHealth Penrith, which is why the allied health clinic dedicates one night each year to focus on the often-neglected topic.

Dingo sanctuary facing closure as funds, volunteers dry up

Dingo Den is in danger of imminent closure.

Western Sydney’s biggest fire station to be built at Luddenham

Western Sydney’s biggest fire station will be built at Luddenham.

Experience Penrith: Journalist Ally Hall takes to the sky with Sydney Helicopters

Journalist Ally Hall takes a unique look at Penrith from the sky.

Woman jailed for spending spree on stolen credit card

A woman has been jailed after she used a stolen credit card to fund a shopping spree.

Woman arrested after early morning crime spree

A woman has been handed a Community Correction Order over a crime spree in Penrith.

Podcast: Tension’s Running High E38 – Matt Eisenhuth joins us, awkward journalism moments

Matt Eisenhuth joins us ahead of Penrith's clash with the Warriors on Saturday.

Man accused of fatal hit and run in Penrith to apply for bail

Lasaro Tavai will front a bail hearing in July.

Son of murdered couple remains behind bars as case is further adjourned

The son of a murdered Cambridge Park couple has had his case adjourned in Penrith Local Court.

Murder charge after shock discovery of woman’s body

A man has been arrested and charged with murder after the body of a woman was found dumped in Werrington bushland.

Police make early breakthrough after discovery of woman’s body

Police have arrested a man as part of their investigations into the discovery of a woman's body at Werrington yesterday.

‘Virtually no oversight’ of suburban poker machine dens

Regulators overseeing half of all the poker machines in Australia have been blasted for sitting on their hands and failing harm minimisation efforts.