News

Mayoral Column – Exciting community facility upgrades coming soon

08 April 2026

It has been fantastic to see so many residents and visitors getting outside and enjoying Penrith’s parks, playgrounds, pools and other community facilities over the Easter break.

Savour the best of what Penrith has to offer at Penrith After Dark!

07 April 2026

The streets of Penrith will come alive for a bespoke evening of outdoor dining, live entertainment and late-night fun at Penrith After Dark!

Mayoral Column – Community embraces SunSmart

01 April 2026

Penrith City Council sends a special shout out to the hundreds of community members who engaged with us for our recent SunSmart campaign, as we strive to create an even more resilient and liveable City.

Celebrate Youth Week 2026 at City Park

31 March 2026

Celebrate Youth Week at City Park with a free party hosted by Penrith City Council on 17 April 2026 from 10am to 2pm.

Sponsor the Penrith NAIDOC event

26 March 2026

The popular Penrith NAIDOC event returns this year, bringing exciting sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organisations to get involved.

Mayoral Column – Recognising Penrith’s unsung heroes

25 March 2026

One of the things I love most about Penrith is that so many people go above and beyond to help others in our community - and give their time and energy to improve our City in a variety of ways.

Mayoral Column – Turning community feedback into action

18 March 2026

As Penrith continues to transform, Penrith City Council is passionate about bringing everyone on this journey of opportunity and innovation – together.   

Community invited to have their say on the Draft Emu Plains Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan

18 March 2026

Penrith City Council is inviting residents to provide feedback on the Draft Emu Plains Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan, now on public exhibition until Thursday 9 April 2026.

Nominations close soon for the 2026 Local Celebration Awards

16 March 2026

Don’t miss the chance to nominate someone you know for a Penrith City Council Local Celebration Award.

Penrith Council delighted by prioritisation of north-south rail on Infrastructure Australia list

12 March 2026

Penrith City Council is delighted by news that full length north-south rail has been placed on Infrastructure Australia’s 2026 Infrastructure Priority List.

Mayoral Column – Biennale to boost local arts and culture

11 March 2026

Penrith Regional Gallery is ready to welcome art enthusiasts, creatives, the broader community and visitors for the 25th Biennale of Sydney on Saturday.

Mayoral Column – Honouring progress on International Women’s Day

04 March 2026

Penrith City Council is honouring the strength of women in our community and their achievements this International Women’s Day.

Residents invited to shape Cranebrook’s future

03 March 2026

Penrith City Council is inviting the Cranebrook community to have their say on the Draft Cranebrook Neighbourhood Action Plan, now on public exhibition until 31 March 2026.

Take your e-waste to the right place at Council’s free drop-off event

02 March 2026

Penrith City Council is inviting residents to recycle responsibly with a free Electronic Waste Drop-off Event on Saturday 7 March, from 9am to 3:30pm at The Kingsway Playing Fields car park, Werrington.

Mayoral Column – Continuing to advocate for Penrith

24 February 2026

It’s a fantastic time to be part of this City with Penrith’s transformation underway.

Review of Environmental Factors for Cook Park on public exhibition

23 February 2026

Penrith City Council has placed the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for the Cook Park upgrade on public exhibition.

Mayoral Column – Celebrating our vibrant multicultural community

18 February 2026

As we celebrate Penrith’s strong and growing multicultural community at our Culture Fusion event this weekend, I’m proud to be Mayor of a culturally rich and diverse City.

Northern section of great walk reopens

16 February 2026

Locals and visitors can once again enjoy walking the picturesque northern section of the Great River Walk in Penrith, following the completion of major repairs. The pathway between Weir Reserve and Cassola Place is now reopen to the public.

Mayoral Column – Transformation of St Marys starts now

11 February 2026

I am delighted to share that Penrith City Council and the community’s long-held vision for a more vibrant and connected St Marys is set to become a reality.

Make a difference: Apply to join a Council Committee

10 February 2026

Penrith residents are invited to apply for Penrith City Council’s Access Committee or Multicultural Working Party and help shape Council strategies, events and community initiatives with their expertise and experiences.

Contractor appointed to deliver St Marys Central Park project

10 February 2026

Penrith City Council has taken a significant step forward in the delivery of a new central park for St Marys, with the appointment of a construction contractor.

Mayoral Column – Innovative solutions save resources

04 February 2026

Penrith City Council is a proud leader in sustainability. We are continually looking for new ways to make positive changes for this City, our people and the environment.

Live life in colour at the 2026 Penrith Seniors Festival

03 February 2026

Penrith will once again celebrate senior residents with its annual Penrith Seniors Festival, running from Monday 2 March to Sunday 15 March 2026.

Mayoral Column – Road safety as school returns

28 January 2026

It’s that busy time for families in our City when school returns for the new year. With some students already back and others preparing for Term 1 to officially commence next week, I urge everyone in our community to be mindful of children and young people on local roads.

Mayoral Column – Australia Day events in the City

22 January 2026

Every year, this City comes together for Australia Day to celebrate our diversity and strong sense of community spirit.

Culture Fusion is back, bigger and better than ever!

20 January 2026

Council’s free and popular multicultural event, Culture Fusion, is back for a third year to celebrate Penrith’s diverse community.

Learn how to stay safe and cool in extreme heat at FREE workshop

19 January 2026

Penrith has just experienced another summer heatwave and Council is partnering with the Australian Red Cross to deliver a FREE ‘Extreme Heat Preparedness Workshop’, as part of Council’s annual ‘Beat the Heat’ campaign.

Great River Walk section reopens

19 January 2026

Penrith City Council has reopened a repaired section of the lower pathway along River Road, Emu Plains, restoring community access to part of the Great River Walk following flood damage in 2022.

Mayoral Column – Here’s to an exciting 2026

14 January 2026

Welcome to 2026. On behalf of Penrith City Council, I wish you all a happy new year and hope that everyone had a safe and relaxing festive period.

Celebrate Penrith's biggest pool party this Australia Day at Ripples!

07 January 2026

Ripples Aquatic and Leisure Centres at Penrith and St Marys are inviting the community to the biggest Australia Day pool party on Monday 26 January from 8am to 6pm!