Guest columnist Brenden Brown says the high informal vote count in Lindsay at the Federal Election exposes a deeper issue in western Sydney.
Breaking all the rules – one dance at a time
Burlesque will take centre stage in Penrith next week.
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We hang out at Blues training, the latest on stadium rights plus Gus gives a Weekender journo a reprieve.
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Inspired by their daughter’s health battle, local family launch the Florence Foundation
At the start of 2024, the Di Giglio family received earth-shattering news: their two-year-old daughter had a brain tumour.
New bar coming to Penrith’s CBD
A luxury hotel in the heart of Penrith is getting a new bar and café, set to give a boost to the night life experience of the area.
Woman busted over the limit with child in car
A driver has been busted more than four times over the limit - with her child in the car.
Local funeral director lands key industry role
The Australian Funeral Directors Association has announced the appointment of a Penrith Funeral Director as its new President.
Come to the bark side and help Assistance Dogs of the future
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes – and the cutest of them all need your help before they don their capes.
Ben Carter court case delayed again, will return in September
There has been yet another delay in the case of a Penrith accountant facing fraud charges.
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We hang out at Blues training, the latest on stadium rights plus Gus gives a Weekender journo a reprieve.
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Masked Panther: NSW in the Blues Mountains
We hang out at Blues training, the latest on stadium rights plus Gus gives a Weekender journo a reprieve.
Who is Luron Patea? Inside the head of Penrith’s new wrecking ball
Panthers prop Luron Patea has revealed some of the lessons he's learned from his more senior tea mates.
Panther cubs step up for the challenge as Bathurst trip looms
An under-strength Penrith will look to keep their season alive when they battle Newcastle on Saturday.
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Nashville rises alongside a country music resurgence
Troy Dodds dons a cowboy hat and boots and heads to Music City.
Seafood and style at Hyatt Regency Sydney
We pop into the city for a staycation weekend at the Hyatt Regency Sydney. Here's why you should to.
Why Canberra should be back on your travel list
Emily Chate travels to the nation's capital, and discovers it's much more than a Year 6 camp destination.
A slice of paradise that will leave you refreshed, relaxed and looking at things a little differently
Journalist Ally Hall finds paradise and more at Elysian Luxury Eco Island Resort.
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