Developer to demolish 18 houses at Jordan Springs East
Lendlease will demolish 18 houses it built in Jordan Springs East in the latest twist of the 'sinking suburb' saga that has dragged on for years.
Respected doctor celebrated on Australia Day Honours List
Adrian Sheen has been honoured on Australia Day.
40 years of delicious meals at Penrith’s happiest restaurant
Iconic Penrith restaurant Happy Inn is soon to celebrate its 40th birthday, having opened on High Street on February 1, 1984.
Owner Vincent Wong recalls...
Plans for Penrith’s new palace revealed
The draft plans for the new Penrith Stadium have officially been revealed, providing the community with insight into what’s set to be a modern...
Snapper’s milestone: Weekender photographer clicks up 15 years
They say a picture tells a thousand words, and for the last 15 years, that job has fallen into the hands of Melinda Sanders.
First look at plans for revamped Penrith Stadium
More details about the major upgrade to Penrith Stadium have been revealed.
Penrith and St Marys to host Australia Day pool party
As Australia Day approaches, Ripples St Marys and Penrith are gearing up to host the ultimate pool party, complete with free entry and fun activities for all ages to enjoy.
47 years since Granville disaster stopped Sydney
It’s been 47 years since the Granville Rail Disaster horrified the nation.
New King reigns at popular café
One of Penrith's most popular cafes has a new owner.
From diesel mechanic to the Mayor of Penrith
Todd Carney has been on the local political scene for many years and now he’s the face of a City going through an exciting period of growth and opportunities.
15 years in Penrith’s best job
Troy Dodds reflects on 15 years as Editor of The Western Weekender.
Penrith Dad Kevin Malligan dies after accident in Bali
A Penrith father has died weeks after a tragic accident in Bali.
Man killed in head-on crash
A driver has died and a second has been seriously injured in a head-on crash on Mamre Road.
Ice cream shop flags likely closure at end of summer
Henry Street's Cookies Ice Creamery has flagged its likely closure at the end of next month.
Boxing Day tragedy as man dies at Penrith Beach
Police divers have recovered the body of a man who went missing while swimming at Penrith Beach this afternoon.
A note from the Editor: Wrapping up a huge 2023
Managing Editor Troy Dodds delivers his annual end-of-year message to our readers.
Major drug bust after police swoop at Erskine Park parcel depot
Detectives have seized more than 11kg of prohibited drugs following an investigation into alleged large scale drug importation.
City Park opens just in time for Christmas holidays
City Park in the Penrith CBD has opened this morning.
2023 In Review: November – Government wields axe; Optus crumbles
Optus goes down as a beach is promised for Penrith. The stories that mattered in November.
2023 In Review: December – A beach in Penrith, Luai lunacy
Penrith Beach opens, Luai set to leave. The stories that had us talking in December.