LOCAL NEWS
Frustrations grow as Jordan Springs Public School remains busless
There is still no school bus service for Jordan Springs Public School, and parent frustrations are growing.
Funding secured to help revitalise St Marys CBD
The St Marys CBD will receive a significant spruce up after the State Government announced funding to help revitalise the area.
Driver busted drinking cup of wine at 6.30am
A man has been charged after driving with a cup of wine in his lap.
Long journey home for Parramatta commuters, figures reveal
Penrith commuters are continuing to struggle with delayed trains on their journey home, with on-time running targets nowhere near being met in the PM Peak.
2024 Penrith City Local Business Awards to launch on Monday
The Penrith City Local Business Awards is back, and founder Steve Loe has called on the community to nominate their favourite businesses.
Penrith Stadium capacity could have been 28,000 – but only if...
Penrith Stadium’s capacity could be increased to 28,000 if a grandstand was developed at the southern end of the ground, it has been revealed.
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Vying for one of Australia’s last tickets to Paris are two young swimmers from the Nepean Aquatic Centre Swim Club.
RUGBY LEAGUE
Lang on League: Penrith Panthers mid-season report card
A lot of has happened over the last seven weeks. The momentum shift into second gear has not really eventuated for the Panthers and they find themselves a little stuck between gears.
Cole’s season-long audition for vacant five-eighth jumper
Jack Cole opens up about his desire to play alongside Nathan Cleary next season, plus tells us more about his stomach letting him down against the Warriors.
Panthers re-sign Luke Garner on fresh two-year deal
Impressive forward Luke Garner has re-signed with Penrith until at least the end of the 2026 season.
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Waterfall season in The Kimberley
Roderick Eime jumps on board the Reef Prince for an unforgettable experience in The Kimberley.
Camden Valley Inn offers the perfect weekend escape
Sometimes a rural getaway is exactly what you need after long week at work, and the Camden Valley Inn delivers exactly that.
Escape the daily grind with a Sydney staycation
Looking for a Sydney staycation? Located just down from Spice Alley, Four Points by Sheraton Sydney, Central Park, sits smack-dab in the middle of foodie heaven. Writer Ellie Busby checks it out.
A Tiny weekend getaway to the Hunter Valley
Nathan Taylor discovers a new way to enjoy the Hunter Valley, plus experiences some classic favourites.
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In The Spotlight: AJ Chiropractic & Health Clinic
Right in the heart of Penrith’s CBD sits AJ Chiropractic & Health Clinic.
In The Spotlight: Western Sydney Parklands
Get back on track and explore over 70km of tracks and trails on foot or on a bike in Western Sydney Parklands, Sydney’s biggest backyard!
A warm and caring community at St Hedwig
St Hedwig Retirement Village is now open and welcoming its newest residents into the recently completed development on Reservoir Road, Blacktown.
There’s something for everyone at Rashays
Over the last eight years of operation, Rashays has built up its reputation as a family favourite in the Penrith area.
Stratco prepares for its biggest move
Stratco is moving to an iconic location in Jamisontown.
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- Long journey home for Parramatta commuters, figures revealby Troy Dodds on June 4, 2024, 4:07 at 4:07 AM
- Budget boost: Light Rail Stage 2 locked inby Troy Dodds on June 3, 2024, 0:03 at 12:03 AM
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