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“Inciting violence”: Union’s extraordinary claim as train chaos rolls on

The Rail, Tram and Bus Union has made the extraordinary claim that the NSW Government is "inciting violence" against frontline workers.

Rise of the side hustle: More and more locals banking extra cash

Glenmore Park local Peter Scibberas is just one of thousands of people who has been able to turn his existing skills into extra money through services like Airtasker.

Woman hurt after serious accident on High Street

A woman in her 20s has been hurt in a freak accident on High Street, Penrith this morning.

Have your say on what’s next for St Marys

Penrith City Council is giving residents the opportunity to take part in the important community consultation process and highlight what they would like the future of St Marys to look like.

Podcast: On The Record – Belinda Wollaston

Born in Penrith, Belinda Wollaston dreamed of a career on stage from a young age.

Special tribute to Penrith-born soldier who was killed in Afghanistan a decade ago

This weekend will mark 10 years since Australian soldier, Penrith-born Lance Corporal Rick Milosevic, was tragically killed in military operations in Afghanistan.

Great West Walk now even better

The Great West Walk has been extended by 80 kilometres, making it possible to walk from Parramatta to Penrith and now through to Katoomba.

Win for Peyton after charities come together to donate van

A great result for a Glenmore Park family.

Requests for help increase by 400 per cent as cost-of-living pressures bite

Barnardos Penrith Children’s Family Centre has received a 400 per cent increase in requests for food support since February.

Volunteers needed as Nepean Food Services grows

More volunteers are needed for a vital community service.

Our barber boom offers Penrith blokes a cut above the rest

Though many are content with a mundane experience getting your regular haircut, cutting edge barbershops are the next big thing.

Councillors back stadium plan, confirm no re-zoning of existing Paceway site

As the decision to redevelop Penrith Stadium on the current Penrith Paceway and Showground site continues to divide opinions, Penrith City Council has thrown its support behind the NSW Government’s plan.

After COVID chaos, Penrith’s wedding industry finds its new normal

COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions meant that many wedding vendors were out of work for the past few years as couples put their big day on hold.

Teenager assaults food delivery driver in Cranebrook

A 14-year-old has been charged after an unprovoked attack on a food delivery driver on Monday.

Councillors call for re-think on rural intersections in wake of accidents

A Penrith City North Ward Councillor is calling for the State Government to urgently review roads within Llandilo, Londonderry and Berkshire Park after a series of serious accidents.

Unique way to honour dad this Father’s Day

If you’re looking for something to gift Dad for Father’s Day, Penrith City Council’s annual Trees for Dad community tree planting event returns for its fourth year on Sunday, September 4.

“Life-threatening injuries:” Man airlifted to hospital after Cranebrook crash

A motorcycle rider has been hospitalised in a critical condition following a crash in Cranebrook last night.

“Heavily reduced” timetable on Western Line on Tuesday

Commuters should prepare for a week of disruption across the NSW rail network with services significantly impacted on some days as a result of ongoing protected industrial action.

Ungrateful NRL must keep Grand Final in Sydney long-term

Why the Grand Final must stay in Sydney long-term.

Podcast: On The Record – Peter Collins

Peter Collins is the latest guest on On The Record.