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Police officer pleads not guilty to charges stemming from fatal crash

A police officer who was allegedly involved in a fatal bus crash at Llandilo plans to fight the charges.

Asian bride scores pension thanks to superannuation loophole

A man has taken his campaign for change to the road with a specially marked trailer.

Ramadan set to end this weekend

This weekend may not be anything out of the ordinary to some but as the sun sets it will mark the ending of Ramadan, which is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar.

Election Night Live: Australia Decides

Welcome to our live election night blog. We've got you covered with the latest from the battle between Scott Morrison and Bill Shorten, with...

Budget back in black as Labor attempts to curb cost-of-living crisis

Labor will return the Federal Budget to surplus, albeit temporarily, and has addressed a range of cost-of-living issues as Treasurer Jim Chalmers aims to set up the country for a mixed economic road ahead.

Woman stays behind bars after frenzied stabbing attack

The attack took place in front of the couple's teenage son.

Yes, you should be back in the office

The laptop class can not suck on the teat of flexible working forever.

Llandilo man found guilty of multiple animal cruelty offences

RSPCA inspectors seized a total of 28 sheep, 17 goats, two cows and three alpacas during a three-day raid.

Respected local doctor Frederick Cunliffe passes away

One of Penrith's most respected doctors, Fred Cunliffe, has passed away.

Police charge former bikie with drug offences

Strike Force Raptor have charged a second former Rebels outlaw motorcycle gang (OMCG) member as part of investigations into an alleged criminal network. Detectives from...

What can we learn from the Taylor Swift ticketing fiasco?

How going old school won the day for local Swifties.

Half century of pet care

Penrith Veterinary Hospital celebrates 50 years of looking after our furry friends

Veteran Penrith City Councillor Jim Aitken formally resigns

Penrith City Councillor Jim Aitken has submitted his written resignation to Council.

Is crime spike behind insurance increases in Caddens?

Residents of Caddens are concerned their home insurance cover is rising as a result of an influx of crime in the area. Whilst new estates...

Penrith’s Urgent Care Clinic is officially open

Penrith’s promised Medicare Urgent Care Clinic (UCC) was officially opened by the Federal Government this week.

Castlereagh Road to close this weekend

Motorists are reminded to brace themselves for another weekend of traffic chaos, as a section of Castlereagh Road is temporarily closed for road and bridge construction works.

Woman seriously injured after crash involving alleged drunk driver

A driver has been charged with drink-driving and a woman has been seriously injured when two vehicles crashed in Werrington.

State Government amends controversial road rule

The State Government has dumped a farcical rule that forced drivers to slow down to 40km/h to pass emergency vehicles on freeways, but will stick with the rule on most other roads.

Huge facelift for iconic Penrith club, with $30 million worth of changes coming

The first sod has been turned at Penrith RSL, signalling the start of a $30 million upgrade to the club.

Bodybuilding devotee identified as gunman in Penrith shootout

Bodybuilder Daniel King was shot and killed by police in Penrith.