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Lights, camera, action! StarBurst Film Festival and free filmmaking workshops come to Penrith and St Marys 21 March 2023
Local Celebration Awards Nominations now open! 17 March 2023
Switch off for Earth Hour in support of protecting our planet 14 March 2023
Discover more of the city as Penrith Producers returns 14 March 2023
Cambridge Park set to become greener thanks to Greening Our City funding boost 13 March 2023
Today’s coffee cups paving tomorrow’s roads 03 March 2023
Help Learner Drivers become safer drivers with free workshops 01 March 2023
Council welcomes funding for the transformation of Fernhill Estate 28 February 2023
Regatta Park set to become iconic destination 24 February 2023
Enjoy a movie by twilight at the Summer Cinema series 02 February 2023
Penrith receives $152 million in funding for City-shaping projects 01 February 2023
First Nations hip hop stars to shine bright at Penrith 30 January 2023
Have a laugh with Council’s Senior Comedy Gala 10 January 2023
Make a splash this Australia Day with a free pool party  10 January 2023
Help shape Council’s Library services 10 January 2023
Penrith’s top FOGO efforts in action 22 December 2022
Council delivers final stage of Playspace Shade Program 21 December 2022
Council provides additional bin collections and waste services over Christmas 15 December 2022
Leaders of tomorrow shine at STEM Showcase 15 December 2022
Library’s History Calendar celebrates 20 years 12 December 2022
Penrith Council Offices and Libraries closed over Christmas and New Year break 12 December 2022
Council endorses St Marys Town Centre Structure Plan 07 December 2022
Penrith Mayor joins students to create a greener Penrith 07 December 2022
High Street alive with festivities as locals ROAMed Penrith 02 December 2022
Help shape Penrith's Community Engagement Strategy 25 November 2022
Save the threatened Nodding Geebung 24 November 2022
Sports infrastructure upgrades on track across Penrith 24 November 2022
Council joins the campaign against gender-based violence 24 November 2022
Get into the festive spirit at Christmas in the City 24 November 2022
Taking the plunge to teach young people swim safety skills 24 November 2022
Shining a light on students’ STEM research 22 November 2022
Active Care Gardening Club blooms once again 22 November 2022
St Marys is on the fast track to success 18 November 2022
ROAM Penrith the place to be this weekend 18 November 2022
More places to play for Colyton residents 18 November 2022
Queen honoured with local tree planting 17 November 2022
Taste of History at Penrith’s Newest Riverfront Café 17 November 2022
Penrith lights up with LED streetlights upgrade 10 November 2022
Kingswood’s Bringelly Road to receive new streetscape improvements  10 November 2022
ROAM Penrith and stimulate your senses 10 November 2022
Help us shape Penrith’s next Community Safety Plan 03 November 2022
Council renews call for action on Castlereagh Connection 28 October 2022
Council congratulates Penrith for taking their e-waste to the right place  26 October 2022
Build un-BEE-lievable hotels at Penrith Council’s Bee Bonanza 21 October 2022
Penrith a winner in WestInvest funding announcement 21 October 2022
Excitement and opportunities are amplified for Penrith City 20 October 2022
Celebrate Mobile Playvan’s 40th Birthday 19 October 2022
New recreation spaces for Trinity Drive Reserve 18 October 2022
Movie magic awaits at the St Marys Cinema series 18 October 2022
Next stage of Penrith’s new City Park underway 17 October 2022
Explore your City with the Penrith Visitor Guide 17 October 2022
Penrith Council’s greening our parklands 13 October 2022
Have your say on shared pathways and bike infrastructure in Penrith 10 October 2022
Council shines a light on breast cancer awareness 07 October 2022
Penrith Council’s greening our workplaces 07 October 2022
Penrith City Council Portal Maintenance 06 October 2022
Council shines bright for Panthers 30 September 2022
Revamp of Yoorami OSHC building complete 28 September 2022
Enjoy the NRL Grand Final at Council’s live site in St Marys 27 September 2022
Penrith Council appoints interim General Manager 27 September 2022
Penrith celebrates 30 years of Council’s Access Committee 26 September 2022
St Clair’s new inclusive playspace complete 19 September 2022
Council reaches milestone with latest playspace upgrade 16 September 2022
Council ‘positive’ about refreshed brand 15 September 2022
Community feedback invited on St Marys Town Centre Structure Plan 15 September 2022
Penrith Council General Manager resigns 14 September 2022
Take your e-waste to the right place at Council’s free drop-off event 11 September 2022
Real Festival set to return in 2023 06 September 2022
Alex McKinnon shares R U OK? Day message 06 September 2022
Council opens community facilities EOI for 2023-2024 05 September 2022
Dunheved Road REF released for public exhibition 02 September 2022
Visitors invited to feel new in Penrith 02 September 2022
St Marys community facilities getting a facelift 31 August 2022
Council maintains strong financial position 29 August 2022
Have your say on what’s next for St Marys 29 August 2022
Excitement builds as finals loom 27 August 2022
Council reveals $397 million WestInvest wish list 18 August 2022
STEM project encourages young people to think outside the box 15 August 2022
Plant a tree for Dad on Father’s Day 10 August 2022
New amenities building for Ched Towns Reserve 08 August 2022
Gipps Street Recreation Precinct to start construction 04 August 2022
Local Celebration Awards 2022 recipients revealed  03 August 2022
Library services accelerate as Council launches second EV 01 August 2022
Council celebrates International Friendship Day 20 July 2022
Working together on the ground 15 July 2022
Budget set to propel Penrith into the future 12 July 2022
Winter isn’t time to hibernate with new programs from Ripples 10 July 2022
Council endorses Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2022-2026 01 July 2022
Council commits to innovative road reconstruction plan 28 June 2022
Peach Tree and Lower Surveyors Creeks flood study 24 June 2022
Council honours local legends 21 June 2022
Renewing the heart of Kingswood through Streets as Shared Spaces 15 June 2022
Penrith Council plants 10,000 plants with Greening Australia and Amazon Australia 14 June 2022
Council to celebrate NAIDOC 2022 with a special community event 09 June 2022
Council to waive sportsground hire fees for winter season 06 June 2022
Record numbers as the streets of Penrith and St Marys opened up 06 June 2022
Council lights up Penrith’s sportsgrounds 01 June 2022
Grant funding available for local community organisations 23 May 2022
Beloved Trees for Mum event celebrates successful 15 years 17 May 2022
Take the pledge for driver safety 16 May 2022
Bill Ball Oval next to receive amenities building upgrade 16 May 2022
Council calls on residents to help shape our City into the future   13 May 2022
Fun and festivities enliven the streets of Penrith and St Marys 10 May 2022
Seven playspaces to be transformed across the City 09 May 2022
National Road Safety Week 05 May 2022
Endeavouring to help residents save on energy bills 03 May 2022
New amenities building for Mark Leece Sporting Complex 02 May 2022
Public artwork shines light on City’s resilience 22 April 2022
Open Streets program heads west as St Marys and Penrith get ready to party 21 April 2022
Penrith champions nature conservation 19 April 2022
Penrith’s proposed industrial employment hub progresses to next step 19 April 2022
Stepping into Penrith's past 19 April 2022
Have your say on Council’s draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2022-2026 12 April 2022
Restoring habitat by Creating Canopies 01 April 2022
Council and community to plan the future of St Marys 30 March 2022
Click and Connect: New digital literacy program to help isolated seniors get connected 29 March 2022
Innovative STEM program takes off for 2022 29 March 2022
Get involved and help restore bushland habitat 25 March 2022
Council receives praise for innovative planning practices 24 March 2022
Penrith Producers set to light up Triangle Park 23 March 2022
Service Hub open for flood affected residents 22 March 2022
Help shape our future and switch off for Earth Hour 18 March 2022
Cooling the streets with tree planting 17 March 2022
Take your chemical waste to the right place at the Chemical Cleanout Event 01 March 2022
Have your say on Urban Heat Planning Controls 25 February 2022
Council invites feedback on draft design for Nepean Avenue shared pathway 20 February 2022
Exceptional response to Council’s E-Waste event 15 February 2022
Nominations open for Local Celebration Awards 2022 08 February 2022
Key site primed for employment opportunities 17 January 2022
History made as new Council appoints Mayor, Deputy Mayor 13 January 2022
Five more playspaces upgraded across Penrith 11 January 2022
Make a beeline for Penrith’s temporary wildflower meadow 22 December 2021
Opportunity to take part in Penrith’s Magnetic Places activities 21 December 2021
Penrith’s newest commercial building, 131 Henry Street, one step closer 17 December 2021
Jamison Park’s new synthetic facility open 15 December 2021
Penrith City Library closing over Christmas 15 December 2021
Ground-breaking milestone for new dining destination at Police Cottage, Emu Plains 14 December 2021
Penrith Civic Centre closed for Christmas and New Year break 2021 13 December 2021
The Kingsway Sports Precinct multi-million dollar upgrades on track 10 December 2021
Council commemorates the 60th anniversary of Australian-Korean diplomatic relations 09 December 2021
Have your say on Penrith City Council’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2022-26 09 December 2021
Cooling the City advocates for a cooler Western Sydney 08 December 2021
Pool fences save lives 07 December 2021
Council partners with NSW Police and PCYC to help young people flourish 06 December 2021
Extended parking hours for Judges Place Car Park 03 December 2021
Penrith’s high calibre developments recognised for excellence 02 December 2021
Industry recognition for Council with slew of award wins 01 December 2021
Local Infrastructure Planning for the Western Sydney Aerotropolis wins PIA NSW Award for Planning Excellence 29 November 2021
Connect, Create, Celebrate 29 November 2021
Don’t forget to vote! 29 November 2021
Postal voting closing soon 22 November 2021
Delivery of Gipps Street Recreation Precinct Masterplan One Step Closer 17 November 2021
Colourful new mural illustrates community’s resilience during pandemic 16 November 2021
Council strengthens friendship with Lachlan Shire 11 November 2021
Penrith’s next generation showcase STEM solutions to local challenges 11 November 2021
Get a voting reminder 08 November 2021
The Joan seeks hospitality operator for new café 04 November 2021
Penrith plants feeding Western Sydney Zoo animals 29 October 2021
Historic Police Cottage announces hospitality operator as well-known 2773 Café Glenbrook 26 October 2021
New report highlights impacts of COVID-19 on Penrith community 26 October 2021
Postal votes an option for all in December 25 October 2021
Postal voting opens today 25 October 2021
Council extends fee relief for local businesses 22 October 2021
Have Your Say on Dunheved Road Upgrade 18 October 2021
Are you on the electoral roll? 18 October 2021
Penrith Council encourages residents to RecycleSmart 15 October 2021
Storm Waste Assistance 15 October 2021
Green space for Penrith’s City Centre gets green light 14 October 2021
Raise waste-related requests at The Waste Spot 13 October 2021
Nominate as a candidate 11 October 2021
Collaborative research project inspires exciting future for The Joan 08 October 2021
Premature exhibition raises questions over Aerotropolis planning 08 October 2021
Civic Centre turns pink for breast cancer awareness 06 October 2021
Series of free workshops a show of support for local businesses 06 October 2021
Penrith says, “Go Panthers!” 28 September 2021
Council’s got excess packaging waste sorted 27 September 2021
Penrith’s new City Park gets one step closer 23 September 2021
New Trees to Help Transform Penrith 22 September 2021
Be prepared, be safe, have peace of mind 21 September 2021
Council waives sportsground hire fees for 2021/2022 summer season 17 September 2021
Media Statement – Penrith Mayor, Karen McKeown OAM 15 September 2021
The meeting that needed to happen 14 September 2021
Council boosts funds for community kitchen as demand surges 13 September 2021
Penrith City Council encourages residents to free their creative spirit during lockdown  10 September 2021
Keep the kids entertained these school holidays with Council’s free activities 09 September 2021
Council establishes emergency food relief hub for those struggling with lockdown 09 September 2021
Mapping the Nepean River’s revitalisation 06 September 2021
Collaborative efforts lead to local success 06 September 2021
September School Holiday Activities for Kids 06 September 2021
Vaccination hub needed for most vulnerable 06 September 2021
Council takes proactive approach amid ongoing pandemic 01 September 2021
Struggles left unheard 01 September 2021
Council calls on the government to consider the risks as Delta continues to spread 01 September 2021
Local Celebration Awards recipients revealed 31 August 2021
Construction set to start on Penrith’s first all-weather athletics facility 26 August 2021
Free, fun, online TAFE courses 23 August 2021
Ripples to host Olympic swimmer Matt Wilson for virtual Q and A session 18 August 2021
Free Learner Driver Workshops are back 17 August 2021
Ground-breaking milestone for new $24 million Regatta Park 17 August 2021
Council brings back weekly livestreamed gigs 11 August 2021
Real Festival 2021 Cancelled 11 August 2021
Council takes popular Citizenship Ceremonies online 03 August 2021
Council lends a helping hand amid pandemic struggles 30 July 2021
Council receives funding to fix safety issues, save lives in black spots 30 July 2021
Ripples programs make a splash 26 July 2021
Council encourages neighbours to safely check on one another during lockdown 22 July 2021
Penrith’s essential waste services continue 20 July 2021
Information for potential candidates 14 July 2021
Get on the electoral roll to have your say 13 July 2021
Council offers COVID-safe exercise options 08 July 2021
Stand for local government 08 July 2021
Council Budget to deliver multi-faceted success 08 July 2021
Support for local businesses announced 30 June 2021
Historic Police Cottage receives DA approval for new dining destination on Nepean River 24 June 2021
Leaders of tomorrow to learn invaluable skills through STEM program 17 June 2021
Regatta Park upgrade one step closer 16 June 2021
Penrith City Council buys 16 ha of industrial land in Emu Plains to boost local economy 10 June 2021
Penrith Celebrates Make Music Day 2021 09 June 2021
Penrith community empowered to never waste a chance to do the right thing with litter 09 June 2021
Council invites feedback on place-based vision for Penrith 09 June 2021
Grants to strengthen community and transform places 08 June 2021
Council receives awards for innovative ideas 08 June 2021
Penrith City Council seeks hospitality operators for new dining venue on Nepean River 03 June 2021
Council spruces up St Clair childcare centre 31 May 2021
Penrith Mayor unveils meaningful memorial plaque 28 May 2021
New traffic lights to signal completion of major road project 28 May 2021
Penrith City Council and the MCA to launch C3West’s female empowered exhibition Skirts with artist Linda Brescia 27 May 2021
Dunheved Road Upgrade on the horizon 24 May 2021
Civic Centre lights up for Wear Orange Wednesday 19 May 2021
Penrith City Council Celebrates its 150th Anniversary 19 May 2021
New Live, Work, Play Grid comes to life in Kingswood 18 May 2021
It’s game on for cricketers at newly improved Rance Oval 18 May 2021
Oxley Park Public School receives award for going green 13 May 2021
Council to assist residents with flood-affected properties  10 May 2021
Council’s draft Operational Plan, Fees and Charges open to feedback 05 May 2021
Regatta Park Kiosk one step closer 04 May 2021
ParkPenrith app simplifies parking in the CBD 30 April 2021
Penrith Council praises rural communities for quick adoption of Penrith’s progressive bin service 30 April 2021
Review of Environmental Factors for Regatta Park 29 April 2021
Mayoral Charity Golf Day donation to provide support for The Haven 27 April 2021
Llandilo residents invited to develop a local plan for a resilient, connected and thriving community 26 April 2021
Council’s plan of action to support youth 21 April 2021
Plant a tree for your mum this Mother’s Day 20 April 2021
Panthers Netball stars ready, raring to go for 2021 season 16 April 2021
Your chance to reimagine ageing 13 April 2021
Wake-up call for much-needed evacuation route 29 March 2021
Switching off for Earth Hour 25 March 2021
Penrith City Council to revitalise CBD with world class design for 131 Henry Street 25 March 2021
Mayoral Minute - Flooding in Penrith 23 March 2021
Penrith Producers returns to Triangle Park 17 March 2021
Residents asked to help shape Penrith 16 March 2021
Council joins with the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia for C3West Project 11 March 2021
340 new trees planted in Chameleon Reserve 09 March 2021
Penrith’s FOGO system proves the City is a leader in waste innovation 26 February 2021
Penrith hosts NSW ALWGA Executive 22 February 2021
Penrith residents encouraged to become water safe heroes 22 February 2021
Take your chemical waste to the right place at Council’s drop-off weekend 19 February 2021
Council reminds residents to be vigilant about water safety 15 February 2021
Take your e-waste to the right place at Council’s free drop-off event 02 February 2021
Council earns praise ahead of annual charity fundraiser 19 January 2021
Soper Place Transformation One Step Closer 11 January 2021
Shade sails to provide cool, year-round fun for all 07 January 2021
Thousands of trees to sprout around town 18 December 2020
Ripples indoor pool named in honour of Alan Brown 18 December 2020
Council provides additional bin collections and waste services over Christmas 15 December 2020
Final design unveiled for Regatta Park's transformation 15 December 2020
Penrith City Council Recognised as a White Ribbon Accredited Workplace 14 December 2020
Today is International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD) - your invitation to disable stereotypes and see the ability in disability! 03 December 2020
Penrith Civic Centre closed for Christmas and New Year break 03 December 2020
Swing, climb and slide at Ironbark Reserve  03 December 2020
Opportunity to grow invaluable experience with Council 01 December 2020
Spence Park set for an exciting spruce up 27 November 2020
A new way to play at The Carriageway 27 November 2020
Have your say about upgrades to St Clair’s dog park 27 November 2020
Show you’re Penrith Proud and support local business 26 November 2020
Chance to get fit, healthy for free 19 November 2020
Expressions of Interest sought for new public artwork in Regatta Park 18 November 2020
Local road benefits from Federal funding 18 November 2020
Tell us what you think about the City Park design 16 November 2020
Take the pledge to be safer on our roads 16 November 2020
St Clair Leisure Centre undergoes major transformation 12 November 2020
Celebrating the heroes in our community 11 November 2020
Make sustainable choices with Penrith City Council’s reusable nappy and sanitary item rebate 10 November 2020
Penrith City Library launches free app 09 November 2020
Council recognised for Climate Change Adaptation – wins Excellence in the Environment Awards 03 November 2020
Reduce your energy costs with the PowerSavers app 29 October 2020
Have your say in a new survey about The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre 29 October 2020
Mayor confident of a Penrith win, hints at public holiday to celebrate 23 October 2020
Penrith celebrates 10 years of FOGO 20 October 2020
Smart waste collection vehicle an Australian first 16 October 2020
Interactive art set to transform St Marys 14 October 2020
Penrith City Centre set to transform into a wonderland of art, exploration, technology, and fun!  13 October 2020
Council endorses Penrith Rising Strong Recovery Plans 30 September 2020
REAL Festival Statement 29 September 2020
Soccer and Netball score new facilities at Mark Leece Sportsground (St Clair) 29 September 2020
Cricketers bowled over by new facilities 11 September 2020
Council invites community to share their ideas for the future 09 September 2020
Five more playground upgrades are coming 04 September 2020
Revitalised nursery growing from the ground up 28 August 2020
Vegetation management work gets underway at Nepean River 18 August 2020
Plant a tree to celebrate your dad on Father’s Day 17 August 2020
New irrigation for Ridge Park, Oxley Park 17 August 2020
Rance Oval upgrade a win for local cricket teams 12 August 2020
Have your say on Emu Plains flood study 12 August 2020
Take part in creating our magnetic places 2020 projects 12 August 2020
Intersection upgrade improves safety and traffic flow 05 August 2020
Council acts to protect environmentally sensitive land 04 August 2020
Community and Economic Taskforces 03 August 2020
Great River Walk safety improvements 15 July 2020
Concept design brings Penrith’s City Park to life 13 July 2020
Student-designed playground opens in Oxley Park 07 July 2020
Empowering residents to save energy, and money 07 July 2020
Parking to return to normal in Penrith 07 July 2020
A new lease of life for Ironbark 24 June 2020
Penrith, where everyone can play 24 June 2020
Lower CBD speeds improve pedestrian safety 23 June 2020
Playspace upgrades underway across Penrith 22 June 2020
Penrith shares learnings from Cooling the City 15 June 2020
Celebrating the year of welcome 15 June 2020
Civic Centre re-opens on Monday 12 June 2020
Penrith celebrates Make Music Day 10 June 2020
New Facilities for Mulgoa Rise sports ground 09 June 2020
Share your stories Penrith 02 June 2020
New shade provisions for 90 local playgrounds 01 June 2020
Penrith City Library reopens Penrith branch 28 May 2020
$3.7 million boost for Jamison Park 26 May 2020
Positive change supported by community 14 May 2020
2020 Magnetic Places grants open 11 May 2020
Youth survey to guide Council 11 May 2020
Have your say in planning Penrith’s future 11 May 2020
Grants available for community groups in the Penrith area – is this you? 07 May 2020
Penrith City Council recognised by Gardening Australia 07 May 2020
Community infrastructure investment 07 May 2020
Council’s Operational Plan ensures continued support 07 May 2020
Joint Media Statement 24 April 2020
Council Statement 17 April 2020
Council announces live streaming of local music 09 April 2020
Find parking in the Penrith City Centre 08 April 2020
Council provides community members a safe way to connect 27 March 2020
Council support for cafes and restaurants 24 March 2020
Penrith City Council: Response to COVID-19 outbreak 20 March 2020
Staff commended for bushfire service 12 March 2020
Penrith’s community left in the dark on rail 27 February 2020
Penrith leads the way to Cool the City 20 February 2020
Council receives Green Grid Grant 18 February 2020
Council staff on duty with Bushfire Assist 12 February 2020
New data underscores relationship between development and urban heat 11 February 2020
Australia Day Awards for Penrith’s best 23 January 2020
Council helps residents with summer heat 21 January 2020
Village Café is back for 2020 21 January 2020
Council calls on community for Regatta Park design 21 January 2020
Supporting our mates 20 December 2019
Community Newsletter 16 December 2019
Leading minds come together to Cool the City 12 December 2019
Cool off at Cables Wake Park on Australia Day 10 December 2019
New Heat Sensors to track Penrith’s summer 05 December 2019
2020 Penrith History Calendar now available 04 December 2019
Council services at the click of a button 04 December 2019
Council investing in a healthy and active community 04 December 2019
Extra bin collections and services over Christmas 04 December 2019
Council development leads by example 26 November 2019
Council wins two planning excellence awards 22 November 2019
Mayoral Skills Summit 22 November 2019
Pool fences save lives 20 November 2019
Home solar information night 14 November 2019
Walk Against Domestic Violence 12 November 2019
A night of Penrith Made 06 November 2019
Ripples wins coveted national award 05 November 2019
New boat ramp improves access to river 01 November 2019
New park will deliver iconic CBD heart 31 October 2019
Wayward trolleys impounded in blitz 30 October 2019
South Creek floodplain plan on show 30 October 2019
Costa returns to Real Festival 17 October 2019
Unwind with Thursday Night Live 16 October 2019
Celebrate your grandparents and older people 16 October 2019
A world of flavour awaits at Real Festival 09 October 2019
Pink lights shine on Civic Centre 02 October 2019
Help shape the future of Penrith City 02 October 2019
Flood catchment survey 02 October 2019
Free family fun at REAL Festival 02 October 2019
Annual Student Exchange still going strong 24 September 2019
Sharing Stories, Sharing Spices 23 September 2019
Get ready for Real Festival 2019 23 September 2019
Be part of the headline act at this year’s Real Festival 20 September 2019
It’s a dire emergency if you’re not prepared 16 September 2019
Penrith’s Day of Peace celebration 13 September 2019
New experience trails to drive visitor growth 13 September 2019
Council grant hits right chord 13 September 2019
Penrith roadway paved with glass 05 September 2019
Vacation Care for the October school holidays 03 September 2019
Penrith Volunteer Expo 02 September 2019
High Street has a new vibe 30 August 2019
Council’s coffee hit has a purpose 27 August 2019
Creative designs from young minds 27 August 2019
Lock in hall hire for 2020 and 2021 27 August 2019
Open Mic Night Comes to St Marys 19 August 2019
Plant a tree to celebrate your dad on Father’s Day 16 August 2019
Penrith’s Wrap with Love Knit-In celebrates 10 years 06 August 2019
Discover your family history 29 July 2019
Penrith scores as host of Youth Goalball World Cup 24 July 2019
DiG Space Mentorship and Residency Program concludes with the NepeanRIVR360 28 June 2019
Council trainee wins prestigious award 28 June 2019
NAIDOC Week 2019 celebrations 24 June 2019
Refugee Week 2019 23 June 2019
Partnership drives improved safety and access 13 June 2019
North Street car park open for business 07 June 2019
Grants available for local community groups 28 May 2019
Celebrating Penrith’s volunteers 28 May 2019
Cook Park Playground opening a success 24 May 2019
Council to plant 400 street trees in St Marys 22 May 2019
Public exhibition of Council’s plans for 2019-20 10 May 2019
2019 Magnetic Places grants open 06 May 2019
Plant a tree to celebrate your Mum on Mother’s Day 18 April 2019
Mayoral Golf Day chips in funds for local charity 10 April 2019
Special visit for a special cause 10 April 2019
Good Neighbour 03 April 2019
Penrith drives toward the future with new parking sensors 01 April 2019
Council tests river water quality 26 March 2019
Electric car launched for Earth Hour 26 March 2019
Open mic night for local performers 19 March 2019
Sydney Writers Festival comes to Penrith 19 March 2019
Local musicians to take the stage 06 March 2019
Council reminds residents about pool safety 28 February 2019
New online experience at Penrith Library 26 February 2019
New conference centre just the ticket for tourism 26 February 2019
Free clean up events 22 February 2019
Grant funding upgrades lighting at The Kingsway Playing Fields 20 February 2019
New amenities for Mark Leece Sports Complex 18 February 2019
Council acknowledges National Apology Day 14 February 2019
Digital infrastructure to deliver for Penrith 13 February 2019
Free outdoor cinema screening 13 February 2019
Wharf precinct to further enhance Nepean River 13 February 2019
Mulgoa Road upgrade starts 13 February 2019
Penrith Library gets a facelift 06 February 2019
Bold vision for Regatta Park soon to become a reality 23 January 2019
Outstanding citizens recognised 23 January 2019
Phone Council before you fill! 16 January 2019
We're mowing as fast as we can 16 January 2019
Stay up to date with emergency information 03 January 2019
Penrith New West is The Edge of Tomorrow 12 December 2018
Trackless trams for Penrith? 11 December 2018
Health plan for Penrith 10 December 2018
Council recognised in Excellence in the Environment Awards 10 December 2018
Penrith history calendar coming soon 05 December 2018
Language no barrier to making new friends 04 December 2018
Community Assistance Program grants assist local groups 03 December 2018
Students receive prestigious science award 03 December 2018
Penrith Library wins ‘Innovation in Outreach Services’ Award for Toy Library 29 November 2018
Funding for Smart Cities to benefit Penrith 26 November 2018
Penrith Community Profile launched 22 November 2018
Bright minds shine in Penrith as students are recognised with prestigious award 22 November 2018
Penrith embraces International Day of People with Disability 21 November 2018
Health and Education the perfect combination for a growing city 16 November 2018
Westfield Matildas wow Penrith crowds 13 November 2018
Golfing success puts Penrith on the map 13 November 2018
Jack Reacher author to visit Penrith 12 November 2018
Supporting Lachlan farmers and community in need 12 November 2018
Sod turning ushers in another important development for the City 09 November 2018
Green light for Penrith’s green waste 09 November 2018
Record crowds attend Real Festival 2018 07 November 2018
Join us at the Village Café Kingswood 07 November 2018
Council seeks balance on vital infrastructure and environment 30 October 2018
Council awarded for environmental excellence 30 October 2018
Parking goes high-tech in Penrith City Centre 30 October 2018
Contract announced for Erskine Park Road upgrade 26 October 2018
More local playgrounds upgraded 26 October 2018
Free shuttle bus just the ticket for Real Festival 23 October 2018
Stalker Theatre headlines Real Festival 17 October 2018
Civic Centre ‘tickled pink’ 16 October 2018
Free fun for the whole family this Grandparents Day 16 October 2018
Let the games begin 16 October 2018
Penrith events on pointe 08 October 2018
Kids can have a wild time at Real Festival 05 October 2018
Pro golf returns to Penrith 05 October 2018
Council turns Pink during October 05 October 2018
Save the date for Real Festival 2018 28 September 2018
Council’s partnership with WSU Solar Car looks bright 21 September 2018
New regional tourism campaign: ‘Wake Up With’ the Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury and Penrith 10 September 2018
Preserving our Penrith 10 September 2018
Mayors welcome Western Parkland City Liveability Program launch 10 September 2018
Westfield Matildas return to Penrith headlining a week of sporting action 03 September 2018
Council signs new waste contract 31 August 2018
New employment area brings over 22,000 jobs to Penrith 31 August 2018
Council’s General Manager retires 29 August 2018
City shaping vision for Penrith a step closer 28 August 2018
A milestone for Penrith: First sod turned at Sydney Science Park 06 August 2018
Penrith grows over 10,000 new jobs 06 August 2018
High Street Upgrade update: final section of work starting 06 August 2018
New car park at North Street 03 August 2018
The Sydney Science Festival goes west 03 August 2018
Resilience Strategy to strengthen Penrith 01 August 2018
High Street Upgrade update: new section of work starting 30 July 2018
7.5 Million bin collections each year 11 July 2018
High Street Upgrade on the fast track 11 July 2018
New Responsible Pet Ownership website 06 July 2018
More parking for St Marys Town Centre 05 July 2018
Council recognised for excellence by Greater Sydney Commission 02 July 2018
Council Annual Report wins Gold (again) 28 June 2018
NAIDOC Week 2018 celebrations 26 June 2018
Corridor re-alignment a win for the community 25 June 2018
Food safety ratings at your fingertips 14 June 2018
Penrith ready to embrace new cultural festival 13 June 2018
New child care package 07 June 2018
New General Manager announced 29 May 2018
Council calls on Rugby to grow the game in Western Sydney 24 May 2018
Two new Councillors elected 17 May 2018
Locals shape Council’s plan for advocacy 09 May 2018
Celebrating 70 years of Penrith Library 23 April 2018
Keep hydrated with new water refill stations 19 April 2018
Jordan Springs Community Hub grand opening 05 April 2018
Council Supports Red Cross Calling 03 April 2018
Western Sydney’s future transport corridors 27 March 2018
High Street is getting a face lift 26 March 2018
We've moved online for property certificates 23 March 2018
North South Rail puts region on the right track 22 March 2018
Do you need to vote in the Council by-election? 16 March 2018
Earth hour is the time to switch off! 16 March 2018
Western Sydney Airport targets local jobs 16 March 2018
Reawaken your spirit of adventure 14 March 2018
We’re all in this together 13 March 2018
City Deal secures Penrith’s future 06 March 2018
Village Café has plenty of ZEST! 05 March 2018
Penrith Council’s General Manager retires 27 February 2018
Penrith’s Real Festival gets funding boost 27 February 2018
Western Sydney residents say a North-South rail link is just the ticket for local jobs 27 February 2018
New Jordan Springs Community Hub to open in March 26 February 2018
Two new city centre car parks in the works 19 February 2018
Capture Kingswood 15 February 2018
Lang Park Munitions tribute unveiled 15 February 2018
National Apology Day – 10 Years later 14 February 2018
Exciting Arts Initiative Off and Running 06 February 2018
Top honours for some of Penrith’s best 24 January 2018
Penrith a vital step in Queen’s Baton Relay 19 January 2018
Penrith's the place to be on Australia Day 15 January 2018
Emu Village family open day 08 January 2018
Local support continues 08 January 2018
Free family fun on Australia Day 02 January 2018
Council services building at St Marys closed 02 January 2018
Free family fun as Sydney Thunder strikes again in Penrith 11 December 2017
Call for community reps for local planning panel 05 December 2017
A Night of Beauty 13 November 2017
Mayoral opinion: Getting the balance right 14 September 2017
Mayors Join Forces to Protect Local Decision Making 22 August 2017
Local economy gets $26 million boost as visitors flock to Penrith 10 August 2017
Welcome $2.45m boost for recreation and arts 16 June 2016
IPART endorses Penrith’s path to strong future 18 May 2016
Council welcomes next step to safe bridge crossing 12 May 2016
Aboriginal Centre for Excellence takes shape 09 May 2016
Airport merge point announcement welcomed 09 May 2016
Penrith celebrates International Compost Awareness Week 02 May 2016
Penrith – leading the way for smarter cities 29 April 2016
Call for infrastructure fund for outer suburbs 21 April 2016
Government and landowners unite for rail link 21 April 2016
Boronia Park ready 21 April 2016
Swimming pool compliance pays off 18 April 2016
How government can work together for smarter cities 18 April 2016
Young people in growth areas find work harder 14 April 2016
Excellence in Diversity nomination for Council 14 April 2016
New company set to hit a high note 11 April 2016
Advocacy Priorities 2016 - Our Future City 07 April 2016
Council gives ‘Scores on Doors’ the tick of approval 01 April 2016
Community celebration for Colyton playground opening 31 March 2016
Council gets new tennis courts ready for tournament 24 March 2016
Science Park leading the way 18 March 2016
Thank you Penrith - 10,000 emails to Canberra for Fund our Future campaign 18 March 2016
Rail, not road pricing, is the missing link says Mayor 17 March 2016
Safer parking for Jamison Park 14 March 2016
Making way for new trees 14 March 2016
Promoting Penrith New West 08 March 2016
Fridge buyback is back in Penrith 08 March 2016
Airport rail must connect the West 07 March 2016
Part of Allen Place car park closed to ensure public safety 06 March 2016
Help us shape High Street’s Triangle Park 29 February 2016
Better data on flood risks 24 February 2016
Focus on outer growth areas in new national plan 23 February 2016
Panthers primed for inaugural Premier League Season 22 February 2016
International investment in Twin Creeks 18 February 2016
Council childcare gets top marks 17 February 2016
Penrith looks to attract international investment 17 February 2016
Reserve to be named after Ron Mulock 12 February 2016
Council serves up four new tennis courts 12 February 2016
Council votes on Application for Special Rate Variation 11 February 2016
Green cover brings cool change 10 February 2016
Community Panel delivers recommendations 09 February 2016
Missing link bridges gap in City’s paths 08 February 2016
Mondo gets a makeover 22 January 2016
Waste collection company fined 22 January 2016
Sustainable farmers of the year keep tradition alive 22 January 2016
Property values increase across City 22 January 2016
Council empowering women in local government 18 January 2016
Temporary pools an accident waiting to happen 14 January 2016
Community Panel ready to deliver recommendations 23 December 2015
Council launches Operation Proactive 23 December 2015
Mayoral Column - Christmas 2015 22 December 2015
Rangers focused on community 18 December 2015
Spring clean your pool for safety sake 17 December 2015
Council supports "right" airport 08 December 2015
Summit shines light on opportunities 08 December 2015
Council calls for bold ideas from developers 03 December 2015
Committed to small business 30 November 2015
Airport talks take off to Canberra 27 November 2015
Sydney Science Park on exhibition 24 November 2015
Special Rate Variation options 23 November 2015
Airport pain in the detail 20 November 2015
New era for Penrith’s City Centre 18 November 2015
Even a job in west isn't best 12 November 2015
Community input for flood studies 12 November 2015
Council speaks your language 05 November 2015
New Design for the Triangle Park 29 October 2015
Parking in our City Centre 26 October 2015
Tourism - when more traffic is a good thing 26 October 2015
Preparing for our future 22 October 2015
Sustainable school projects funded 22 October 2015
We need more than planes 22 October 2015
Council supports Domestic Violence reforms 21 October 2015
Hard work pays off 20 October 2015
Mayoral Statement - Western Sydney Airport Draft EIS 19 October 2015
Better data on flood risks 16 October 2015
Help in sight for our busiest intersections 15 October 2015
Is rail on the agenda? 08 October 2015
Council rolls out red carpet for events 01 October 2015
Council launches plan to ensure best airport outcomes 29 September 2015
Development and tourism opportunities top of the agenda 23 September 2015
Year in Review 21 September 2015
Community Panel meets for the first time 21 September 2015
Penrith 'logical choice' for new Western Sydney Stadium 17 September 2015
Celebrating 21 years of funding support for community groups 16 September 2015
Aqua Park to make a splash these school holidays 15 September 2015
Tree removal at Emu Plains Cemetery 11 September 2015
Economic initiatives drive future Penrith 07 September 2015
Council’s plan to make Penrith the Adventure Capital 04 September 2015
Tree removal necessary for safer carpark 01 September 2015
Time Capsule contents a mix of past, present and future 01 September 2015
We love to play at Our River 31 August 2015
Seeking feedback on planning proposal for St Marys Town Centre 28 August 2015
Bennett Wagons new pavilion opening soon 25 August 2015
Students present concept plan to Council 25 August 2015
The Joan celebrates 25 years 18 August 2015
Airport rail infrastructure essential 13 August 2015
We care what you think 11 August 2015
Art project brings life to Werrington Lake Environment Trail 07 August 2015
Care about Colyton? Join the team 06 August 2015
Calling for groups to submit to Community Panel 06 August 2015
Community Panel ushers in exciting new direction 28 July 2015
Regional Alliance to strengthen communities 23 July 2015
Science Park leading the way 23 July 2015
Pop Up Park set to be permanent 14 July 2015
Government levels work together for early NDIS 08 July 2015
Property Development Advisory Panel assists Council 07 July 2015
Council resolves that public funding of PBA will cease 30 June 2015
Funding secured for family support services in Penrith 26 June 2015
Neighbourhood Action Plans benefit 12 priority suburbs 26 June 2015
Keeping of animals Local Orders Policy 24 June 2015
Graffiti efforts having a positive impact 24 June 2015
Opinion - Mayor of Penrith, Ross Fowler OAM 22 June 2015
Community could own energy 16 June 2015
Inner city living becoming a reality 03 June 2015
Open to airport opportunities 02 June 2015
Fit for the Future setting clear position 28 May 2015
Roads funding to alleviate black spots 28 May 2015
Council insists on essential services for Cranebrook residents 27 May 2015
Council works to secure maximum benefits from airport 26 May 2015
Conference organisers put Penrith on the agenda 21 May 2015
Penrith Progression sparks major development 15 May 2015
Penrith set to be Fit for the Future 12 May 2015
Cumberland Conservation Corridor grant 30 April 2015
Greenspace grant for Our River precinct 30 April 2015
Werrington’s state of the art corporate centre opens 21 April 2015
Survey to capture train pain 13 March 2015
Hakusan students visit Penrith 11 March 2015
Council asks candidates what they’re doing for Penrith 03 March 2015
Arts funding for west in spotlight 27 February 2015
Bushfire Prone Land map updated 10 February 2015
2015 and beyond will shape Penrith 05 January 2015
Drains are just for rain 07 October 2014
We care about Our River 26 August 2014
Thornton development adds to City momentum 01 August 2014
New Era for Penrith - The Adventure Capital 03 June 2014
US Consul General visit to Penrith 18 March 2014
Penrith: The Makings of a City to be launched 20 February 2014
Free public Wi-Fi comes to local parks 04 February 2014
New policy for cleaner waters 31 January 2014
Local Government Review Report welcomed but more time needed 14 January 2014

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