Arthritis Week

This coming week, March 25-31, is Arthritis Awareness Week.  Arthritis is one of the most widespread conditions in Australia, affecting more than 3.85 million...

Batting to stardom

St Dominic’s College student, Cameron Weir, has shown Australian selectors what he is made of after scoring a total of 242 runs at...

Panthers v Eels preview

While the Panthers’ performance last Sunday was difficult to watch, take solace in the knowledge that things could be worse… You could support...

Nobody to blame

Frustrated and upset, the Costa family’s search for closure remains unsettled following the unexpected death of their daughter Chanel, 4, in 2008. ...

Council's $850 million crucial call

It was an historic day on Monday, according to Penrith Councillor Robert Ardill, and not just because it was the Sydney Harbour Bridge’s...
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Still rocking

Another one of England’s classic rock bands is making the trip to the heart of the west on Friday, March 23. ...

Players lose their locks

Two of the Penrith Panthers’ most popular stars got a huge buzz on Tuesday when they took part in the annual ‘World’s Greatest...

Does fitness lead to love?

Imagine going for a jog and meeting the partner of your dreams.   Well fit2date is exactly that – it’s...

London beckons for Jade

The Hockeyroos are one of Australia's most successful sporting teams and as the team prepares to bring home Olympic gold for a fourth...

Appeal launched in local area

At ten months old, when most children are learning how to crawl and walk, Holly Sultana moved her arm for the very first...

The fatal five v Rabbitohs

Every NRL contest is defined by moments. Some make you cheer, while others make you groan. Some turn the tide of the contest,...

Remains found at Londonderry

Police are continuing their inquiries following the discovery of skeletal remains in bushland at Londonderry. Shortly after 1.30pm on Friday,...

Rabbitohs power over Panthers

What a difference a week makes. Seven days ago Penrith held their opposition to nil. Today, they had 40 points put...

Two dead in horror crash

Two men have been killed in a horror crash at Llandilo this evening. Police have confirmed that the fatal crash...

Truck Show next weekend

One of Penrith’s biggest family events, the Penrith Working Truck Show, is celebrating 25 years and promises to be a fantastic day out....

Giant beginning nears

After five years in the making, the Greater Western Sydney Giants will make history on March 24 when they take on the Sydney...

Guns found in unit

Police have recovered seven stolen firearms from a western Sydney home unit. Cleaners allegedly discovered the guns and a number...

Aunt Ethel was right

I have just finished a book a nutritionist friend lent me called In defence of food. It’s a great book with some insightful advice...

Taking your business online

The internet is like any other marketing tool, it’s bound by financial and creative limitations. It can help your business grow if used well...

Proud milestone for Weekender

This week marks a significant milestone in the history of this newspaper, as we celebrate our 21st birthday.   More than...