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Community groups encouraged to apply for NSW Government funding
Community groups are being encouraged to apply for funding under the 2022 Community Building Partnership Program.
Unlocking $37.2 million for community infrastructure projects across the...
Man charged with animal cruelty, bestiality
A man will appear in court today following extensive investigations into alleged break and enter and animal cruelty offences in St Marys over the last month.
McMahon lowdown: Labor expected to hold seat
Some Weekender readers will be voting at the Federal Election on Saturday for who will represent the seat of McMahon for the next three years.
Health benefits the focus of Walk Safely to School Day
Now in it's 23rd year, Walk Safely to School Day is back this Friday, May 20 to encourage primary school children around the country to take a step towards a healthier future.
Call for easier access for public to raise issues with Council
A discussion over the practices within Penrith City Council meetings has led to a South Ward Councillor wanting more direct avenues for community engagement.
Labor accused of ignoring environment during election campaign
Labor has been accused of “abandoning” the environment in Lindsay as the election closes in.
Final countdown: Election race enters last days
The final countdown is on to Saturday's Federal Election, as confusion over a number of local commitments dominates the final days of the Lindsay campaign.
Man arrested in relation to Londonderry shooting
Police arrested a man earlier today who is allegedly responsible for shooting a man in both his legs at Londonderry last week.
Earlier this week,...
High Street shooter had tried to take his own life twice, inquest hears
An inquest into the fatal shooting of Daniel King outside Penrith Police Station in 2019 has been told he had an "intention to end his life" that night.
In Their Own Words: Candidates make final pitch to voters
Ahead of Federal Election day this Saturday, the Weekender asked all seven Lindsay candidates to give one final pitch to voters.
West could hold the key on Saturday
As the last week of the campaign gets underway, a new analysis of western Sydney voting behaviours reveals that western Sydney voters could hold the key to deciding the 2022 federal election outcome.
“Thought bubble”: Labor slams Coalition’s housing plan
Labor has slammed the Coalition's plan to allow first home buyers to access part of their superannuation to fund a deposit.
Take the pledge for driver safety
Penrith City Council is urging community members to take care on our roads and take the pledge to 'drive so others survive' in recognition of National Road Safety Week (May 15 to 22).
Podcast: On The Record – Tricia Hitchen
Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen is not your typical politician.
Labor promises $300 million for congestion busting road projects
Labor has promised some $300 million worth of western Sydney infrastructure - including funding it says will accelerate construction works on Dunheved Road.
Coalition promises Bill Ball Oval upgrade
The Coalition will upgrade Bill Ball Oval at St Marys if it wins the election next weekend.
Federal Member for Lindsay Melissa McIntosh made the...
Where’s Albo? Labor leader gives Lindsay the cold shoulder
A week out from the Federal Election and there's still no sign of Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese in Lindsay.
Worker seriously injured at St Marys waste management facility
A man aged in his 40s has been taken to hospital in a serious but stable condition after falling from several metres height onto...
Unlike anything western Sydney has ever seen
Deicorp’s Highline Westmead is a stunning master-planned residential community, unlike anything Western Sydney has ever seen.
Celebrating those who go above and beyond during National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week, held from Monday, May 16 to Friday, May 20, aims to celebrate the work that volunteers do to bring individuals and communities together with this year's theme, 'Better Together'.
