State Politics
Ayres, McKeown go head-to-head in debate
Penrith MP Stuart Ayres and Labor candidate Karen McKeown have faced off in a debate just weeks out from the State Election.
Fernhill, Lakes funding in doubt as Labor reviews WestInvest commitments
Significant local funding commitments made on the eve of the State Election are in doubt, the Weekender can reveal.
Exclusive: “Game changer” for busy intersection
The M4 overpass at The Northern Road will be demolished to make way for the construction of a brand new 10 lane bridge.
It’s the...
Carney confident of success in Mulgoa
Western Sydney born and raised Todd Carney is set to take on Member for Mulgoa Tanya Davies at the 2019 State Election.
Opposition Leader Luke...
Liberal Party confirms Londonderry candidate
The Liberal Party has finally confirmed its candidate for Londonderry at the upcoming State Election with local business owner Belinda Hill to take on...
Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies targeted with threatening calls
Two men have been charged over separate alleged threatening phone calls to members of NSW parliament this month.
Earlier this month, investigators from Nepean Police...
Exclusive: Tanya Davies responds to latest Wallacia developments
Another twist in the saga at Wallacia.
Penrith MP Stuart Ayres cleared of breaching Ministerial Code of Conduct
The door is open for Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to return to Cabinet after an independent legal review cleared him of breaching the Ministerial Code of Conduct in relation to the John Barilaro saga.
Greens in Penrith to make climate announcement
The Greens braved a 40 degree day in Penrith last Sunday to make a climate announcement at Caddens.
Berejiklian is Premier, what now for Ayres and Davies?
Gladys Berejiklian has officially been chosen to lead New South Wales.
Ms Berejiklian was elected unopposed by her colleagues this morning to lead the Liberal...
State Budget: Government closes punting loophole
The NSW Government will introduce a 10 per cent tax on all wagers placed by NSW residents, regardless of the location of the wagering...
Ayres promises upgrades to sports facilities
Penrith is finally set to receive a new synthetic running track, a refurbished tennis centre as well as upgrades to more than half a...
Labor refers Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to ICAC
Labor has confirmed it has referred Penrith MP Stuart Ayres to the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) over a grant to Panthers Leagues Club.
Penrith comes first despite demanding new role, says Stuart Ayres
Stuart Ayres might be the new Deputy Leader of the NSW Liberal Party but home is where the heart is for this Penrith politician.
Students keep their cool as air-conditioning program rolls out
Summer days are a little easier for students in Penrith with confirmation that all schools in the city have had air-conditioning installed through the State Government's Cooler Classroom Program.
Unpacking the State Election bloodbath
Troy Dodds unpacks a State Election that has left the Liberal Party with plenty of soul searching to do, and the state with a new era under Chris Minns and Labor.
State Government delays Levy introduction
The State Government will delay the introduction of the Fire and Emergency Services Levy (FESL), it was confirmed today.
Currently, the Emergency Services are funded through...
Mounting problem in local schools
Enduring freezing cold conditions in winter and boiling heat in summer, hundreds of local students are attending classes in demountables that are more than...
Election night: Where to watch it unfold
Grab the popcorn - it's going to be a long night. With a tight race to the finish expected, many people will be glued...
