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Site rehabilitation work commences as Nepean Business Park edges closer
Construction on Nepean Business Park is officially underway with site rehabilitation work kicking off.
Why you should get your blood pressure checked today
Despite being preventable and easy to check, high blood pressure remains the single largest risk factor for stroke.
New development could double in size
The 'Penway Place' project in Penrith's CBD could more than double in size.
Worshippers preparing for church return
Church-goers will be able to return to face-to-face religious services this weekend after months of digital worship.
Cinema’s likely closure another cultural loss
It is inevitable that, as you go through life, things that once meant the world to you will suddenly fade into the past, no...
Gyms back from June 13 as more restrictions are eased
Gymnasiums, yoga, indoor pools and dance studios can reopen within a fortnight and kids’ sport can resume across NSW from July 1
We can all do better, but cancel culture must not win
George Orwell once said (or didn’t say, depending on who you believe), “the most effective way to destroy people is to deny and obliterate...
Amazon delivers new jobs to Sydney’s west
The country’s largest fulfilment centre will be built on the Aerotropolis’ doorstep, as US retail and technology giant Amazon invests in the growing region.
New vehicles boost local SES capabilities
The NSW SES Penrith Unit has received four new vehicles to assist in their preparedness when protecting the community.
Gridlocked intersection gets makeover
Money well spent, says Penrith Mayor.
27 reasons you should read the Western Weekender
Today marks the Western Weekender's 27th birthday, and we've come a long way since March 1991. We thought we'd have a bit of fun,...
Locals flock to craft stores as mask demand sparks sewing revival
Residents are flocking to local fabric and craft stores amid the state’s COVID-19 mask recommendations,
“I fight the system and the system fights me”, says Lindsay candidate
What we’ve got right now in the electorate of Lindsay is ‘dirty politics’ according to far right political activist and Australia First Party (AFP)...
Man charged over theft of hand sanitiser, face masks
A Cranebrook man will face court later this month accused of stealing bottles of hand sanitiser and face masks from a factory in Prospect.
Inspiring others through tragedy
After the loss of both her daughters and her husband, Julie Cini will be visiting Penrith next month to spread awareness about Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), the topic...
Brave businesses defying pandemic’s pressures
Starting a new business is difficult at the best of times, let alone during a pandemic that has forced companies across the world to shut their doors.
Long drive home after M4 closes
Motorists are facing a long drive home this afternoon with a truck accident closing the M4 Motorway at Claremont Meadows.
The accident has happened just...
Police launch public appeal to find missing teen
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a girl missing from Westmead who is known to frequent the Penrith area.
Podcast: A life full of creativity for local designer and illustrator
Eloise Short is a textile designer and illustrator, working with some of the world’s biggest brands and creating a number of children’s books in recent times.
Roads still closed due to flooding
Roads in and out of Wallacia may not re-open until Wednesday.
Silverdale Road (Blaxlands Crossing) and Mulgoa Road (Jerrys Creek) both remain closed following intense...
