State Politics
Labor promises price floor for community sector workers
Relief for community service workers could be on the horizon with Labor promising to provide a ‘price floor’ if it wins the State Election.
Workers...
Exclusive: Jordan Springs school construction to begin within two years
Construction on a new primary school at Jordan Springs will begin within two years, according to the NSW Education Minister.
Rob Stokes joined Member for...
Opposition seeks bipartisan approach after Women’s Health Centre commitment
NSW Labor says it is putting politics to the side and calling for bipartisan support to make sure that women’s health is made a priority.
Tanya Davies responds to Labor comments; denies encouraging people to not get vaccinated
Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies has responded to comments made by Deputy Labor Leader Prue Car, in which she said Ms Davies was "actively encouraging people not to get vaccinated".
Commuters could return to their cars: WSROC
Local residents could ditch public transport and return to their cars if proposed changes to the Opal card go ahead.
The Western Sydney Regional Organisation...
Budget a winner for west, says Treasurer
Penrith played host to NSW Treasurer Gladys Berejiklian this morning at a special post-Budget breakfast.
Politicians and business leaders gathered at Pepper Stadium's Chairman's Lounge,...
Greyhound ban passes parliament
The greyhound racing ban has jumped its last major hurdle after being passed by the Lower House of Parliament in the early hours of...
Special tribute to late MP Jim Anderson
Former St Marys and Londonderry MP Jim Anderson has been recognised with a special honour by Blacktown City Council.
Budget delivers for western Sydney
Families across western Sydney are set to benefit from a record State Budget injecting billions of dollars in health, education, environment and transport infrastructure...
Cancer shock: Londonderry MP Prue Car takes leave for treatment
Londonderry MP Prue Car has revealed she's been diagnosed with kidney cancer.
Premier checks in on Penrith Public School upgrade
Premier Gladys Berejiklian and Education Minister Rob Stokes visited Penrith Public School today to see work underway on the school’s $10 million upgrade.
Ms Berejiklian...
Premier’s promise to Penrith: Chris Minns opens up about the state’s biggest issues
The Weekender sits down with Premier Chris Minns to talk about everything from the rental crisis to domestic violence.
Tanya Davies retains Mulgoa
Tanya Davies will retain the seat of Mulgoa for the Liberal Party - and may even increase her margin.
Just before 8pm tonight, the Weekender...
The great stadium debate: Where the major parties stand ahead of State Election
The building of a major new stadium in Penrith has become one of the most contentious issues in the area in the last few years, and crunch time for the project is imminent.
Local member disheartens LGBTI community over gay marriage stance
Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies, has disappointed the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community.
Responding to queries raised by the Weekender after controversial reports one of her campaign...
Opposition wants timeframe on Kingswood Station upgrade
Despite the need for a lift, Member for Londonderry Prue Car said the Baird Government has no plans to provide vital upgrades to Kingswood...
Rail line to open in conjunction with airport
A Metro rail line to the new Western Sydney Airport will be complete in time for the Airport’s opening in 2026, if the Coalition...
State Government denies plan to cut peak hour rail services
The State Government has denied it has a plan to slash peak hour rail services in Penrith, with State MP Stuart Ayres describing such...
Coalition promises $1.8 million to upgrade Grey Gums Oval
The Coalition will spend $1.8 million to upgrade Grey Gums Oval. Labor has indicated it won't match the commitment.
Nepean Hospital to undergo major upgrade
A $550 million redevelopment will transform Nepean Hospital and bring a state-of-the-art healthcare facility to the region, NSW Premier Mike Baird and Health Minister...
