News

Help shape the future of Penrith's Community Lands

05 November 2025

Penrith City Council has commenced the public exhibition of five draft Plans of Management (PoMs) for community land across the Penrith Local Government Area and is inviting residents to review the plans and provide feedback.

Mayoral Column – Paving the way for innovative waste solutions

05 November 2025

Penrith City Council is thrilled to have a number of our projects as finalists in this week’s Keep Australia Beautiful NSW 2025 Sustainable Cities Awards, including the prestigious Overall Sustainable Cities Award.

Mayoral Column – STEM program inspires next generation 

30 October 2025

Local high school students are taking exciting steps towards careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics after participating in the 2025 STEM Community Partnerships Program.

Bright future planned for Kingswood and Werrington

20 October 2025

Penrith City Council is setting its sights on planning for the future of Penrith’s East-West Corridor, which will welcome more people and jobs over the next 20 years.

Have your say on Penrith’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030

15 October 2025

People with disability, family, friends, carers and networks of people with disability and Penrith service providers are invited to share their insights to assist Penrith City Council in developing a Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) for 2026-2030.

A magical outdoor cinema at City Park

01 October 2025

Cinema in the Park returns for a magical evening on Saturday 11 October from 6pm to 9pm at City Park – and the first 200 attendees will receive free popcorn. 

Historic Castlereagh Hall reopens to community

01 October 2025

Castlereagh Hall has reopened to the community following the completion of essential repair and restoration work. 

Real Festival 2025 - A Weekend of Riverside Magic

29 September 2025

Penrith’s iconic Real Festival once again transformed the Nepean River into a vibrant hub of creativity, entertainment, and community spirit.

Contractor appointed to kick off early works on Dunheved Road Upgrade

29 September 2025

Penrith City Council has reached a major milestone in the proposed upgrade of Dunheved Road, appointing Georgiou Group to deliver the preliminary works following a competitive negotiation process.

Indoor multi-sports arena project reaches key milestone

24 September 2025

Penrith City Council, in partnership with NSW Public Works (NSWPW), have invited a select panel of candidates to submit a tender to design Penrith’s new indoor multi-sports arena.

More places to play in Penrith this spring

24 September 2025

Penrith City Council has upgraded another three playspaces across the local government area, so there are even more places for young people to play during the school holidays.

Community at the heart of Penrith’s progress

23 September 2025

At last night’s Council meeting, Penrith Mayor Todd Carney reflected on a successful 12 months for the City – a period of continued transformation, innovation and excitement.

Council shortlists candidates for St Marys Central Park project

22 September 2025

Penrith City Council has invited a panel of candidates to submit a construction tender to deliver the St Marys Central Park project.

Make pool safety a priority this season

20 September 2025

With warmer months upon us, Penrith City Council is encouraging residents to check that their backyard pools, including inflatable and portable pools, are safe, secure and compliant.  

Real Festival returns this weekend with Lights, Lego®, and River Magic

15 September 2025

The Nepean River will come alive this weekend as Real Festival lights up Tench Reserve, Jamisontown from 12–14 September 2025. Starting tonight (Friday), this free, family-friendly event promises a vibrant mix of creativity, entertainment, and riverfront fun for all ages.

Don’t miss the last Mini Makers of the year this October school holidays!

08 September 2025

Spring into the October school holidays at Penrith City Council’s popular Mini Makers events.

Students help shape design of new Cambridge Park playspace

01 September 2025

Allsopp and Paterson Oval in Cambridge Park is set to receive a new playspace – and it’s developed by some of Penrith’s youngest and brightest minds.

Waste & Resource Recovery Strategy 2025-2030 Adopted

31 August 2025

At the Ordinary Council Meeting of 25 August 2025, Council endorsed the Waste & Resource Recovery Strategy 2025-2030, strengthening its role in the circular economy.

Penrith students honoured with Victor Chang School Science Awards

20 August 2025

Thirty-one senior students from Penrith high schools were recognised last night for their academic excellence in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) at the Victor Chang School Science Awards hosted by Penrith City Council.

Real Festival Returns to Light Up the Nepean River – 12–14 September 2025

17 August 2025

Real Festival is ready to captivate audiences once again from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 September at Tench Reserve, Jamisontown.

Plant a tree for Father’s Day

17 August 2025

If you’re looking for something to gift Dad for Father’s Day, Penrith City Council’s beloved Trees for Dad community event returns for its seventh year on Sunday 7 September.

‘Be aware, cross with care’ pedestrian safety campaign

29 July 2025

Penrith City Council is supporting Transport for NSW’s (TfNSW) pedestrian safety campaign ‘Be aware, cross with care’ to help reduce serious injury and fatalities to pedestrians in St Marys Town Centre and across Penrith City.

Penrith City Libraries’ programs for all age groups

28 July 2025

In celebration of Library and Information Week, which runs from Monday 28 July to Sunday 3 August 2025, Penrith City Libraries is spotlighting its extensive programs for all age groups and their various technology offerings.

St Marys Central Park project hits milestone with Review of Environmental Factors

28 July 2025

Penrith City Council has placed the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for the St Marys Central Park project on public exhibition.

Penrith Council celebrates outstanding community members at award ceremony

23 July 2025

Penrith City Council has proudly honoured the winners of its 2025 Local Celebration Awards, as well as celebrating Honoured Citizen - Valda Silvy OAM.

Construction underway for Factory Road shared path

23 July 2025

Penrith City Council has started constructing a new shared path along Factory Road, Regentville, to make it safer for people to walk, run and cycle to the Nepean River.

Have your say on flood planning for Rickabys Creek Catchment

20 July 2025

Penrith City Council is inviting residents to provide feedback on the Draft Rickabys Creek Catchment Flood Study, which will be on public exhibition from Thursday 17 July to Thursday 14 August 2025.

Penrith City Council wins second award for Gipps Street

16 July 2025

Penrith City Council has received national recognition for its Gipps Street Recreation Precinct project, winning the Outdoor Sport and Leisure Facility Design Award at the 2025 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards.

Penrith City Council upgrades online customer services with launch of MyPenrith

15 July 2025

Penrith City Council has launched MyPenrith, a major upgrade to its online services platform, delivering a more secure way for the community to connect with Council services.

Everyone is welcome at Council’s Village Café!

14 July 2025

Since its inception in 2017, Village Café has provided a space for the community to connect with each other and access local services in a casual, fun and interactive way.