State Politics
Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies threatens crossbench move over abortion bill
Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies has threatened to throw the State Government into chaos by moving to the crossbench over the ongoing abortion debate.
Construction begins on new childcare centre at Nepean Hospital
An official sod turning ceremony signalled the commencement of construction for a new childcare centre at Nepean Hospital this morning.
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...
Free dental checks launched at schools
Children at Penrith South Public School were the first to try out a new State Government initiative which offers free mobile dental check-ups.
Rebuilding Labor: West deserves respect
Newly elected State Labor Leader Jodi McKay says she plans to “honestly reflect” on what happened during her party’s State Election campaign.
Labor’s chance to rise from the ashes
It only took about 24 hours for new State Labor Leader Jodi McKay to hit her first speed bump.
It came via the way of...
Call for Active Kids Voucher program to be expanded
Local parents are calling for a re-think on the State Government’s Active Kids Voucher, demanding it be extended to younger children.
Car backs Jodi McKay in Labor leadership race
Londonderry MP Prue Car says she'll throw her support behind Jodi McKay in the race to become Labor's next State leader.
Ms McKay and Chris...
Premier in town to open new school building
A new state-of-the-art building was unveiled at Penrith Public School earlier today, as a result of a $10 million investment from the State Government.
Tanya Davies stands down from Cabinet
Mulgoa MP Tanya Davies has made a shock announcement that she will stand down from her Ministerial roles, stating she wishes to spend more...
Car’s promise to western Sydney
Londonderry MP Prue Car says she'll fight to ensure western Sydney is not ignored by the Berejiklian Government after retaining her seat at Saturday's...
Coalition retains government in NSW
Gladys Berejiklian has been retained as NSW Premier with the Coalition Government claiming victory at tonight's State Election.
Locally, Prue Car has retained the seat...
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...
NSW prepares to go to the polls
Months of campaigning, promises and arguments will come to an end tomorrow when voters go to the polls at what is expected to be...
Opinion: Let them finish what they started
Anyone who votes for Labor at the State Election on Saturday will probably have a fairly good reason for doing so.
On face value, Labor...
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...
Treasurer switches off power plan
The State Government has ruled out Endeavour Energy acquiring a portion of Jamison Park for a new power substation.
The Weekender reported on February 19...
Toll costs on M4 to soar, Labor says
Labor claims motorists using the M4 are set to pay nearly $3000 a year in tolls by the next election under a re-elected Coalition...
Coalition to cut train travel costs
Commuters travelling from Penrith to the City will save more than $500 a year under a new weekly cap commitment announced by the State...
