State Politics

“Era of minor parties”: Why Carl thinks he can shake up election

Carl Halley is ready for round two as he announced this week that he will take on sitting MP Stuart Ayres at the State Election in March next year.

Liberals hold rally in Penrith as election race enters final week

The NSW Liberal Party is currently holding a rally in the heart of Penrith as the race for one of the state's most crucial seats goes down to the wire.

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.

Penrith MP Stuart Ayres will return to Cabinet if Coalition wins election, Premier confirms

Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres will be reinstated as a senior minister in Cabinet if Premier Dominic Perrottet wins the NSW State Election, and Ayres retains the tightly held seat.

Emotional scenes as Labor poised to win Penrith; Chris Minns to become Premier

Labor will hold the seat of Penrith for the first time since 2010 after Karen McKeown achieved a strong swing to the party at tonight's State Election.

Non-event: Leadership spill called off

Leadership spill won't go ahead.

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...

Pollies outline Penrith’s recovery roadmap

Local, State and Federal representatives outline what they're doing to help Penrith through the recession.

NSW Government announces sweeping changes to paid parental leave for public sector workers

Teachers, nurses, firefighters and other public sector workers across the State will be encouraged to share childcaring responsibilities between partners under an overhaul of the NSW Government’s paid parental leave scheme.

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.

Labor rallies the troops on health funding

Labor is hoping hundreds of people will attend a rally this Sunday and help put pressure on the NSW Government to fund upgrades for...

New timetable could see commuters revolt against State Government

Transport Minister Andrew Constance is under immense pressure to intervene and make last minute changes to the new train timetable, set to come into...