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24.01.2022 Real Christmas tree ? Real convenient! If you celebrated Christmas with a beautiful, REAL tree but now aren't too sure how to dispose of it, we have the answer for you! Bring it down to Jamsion Park next Saturday 9 January and we'll take care of the mulching, for free! ... Artificial trees will not be accepted on the day, but if you're looking to dispose of your fake tree, check out our website for more details. Learn more at penrith.city/christmaswaste #christmas #christmastree

24.01.2022 Want to experience a different reality to face masks and COVID-19? Download the FREE ReAnimate Penrith App and step inside an animated world to uncover hidden characters, animated artworks and immersive street art in a wonderland of augmented reality. Tonight, you will also catch Kate Simpson at Beefy’s Burgers from 5:30pm-7:30pm ... #penrithcity #ReAnimatePenrith #AugmentedReality #AR

23.01.2022 Disposable nappies vs reusable nappies, what are the facts? Disposable: Take up to 300 years to breakdown. Buying disposable nappies for 2.5 years (the average age a child will toilet train out of nappies) will cost up to $3,000. ... Reusable: One-off cost as they only need to be purchased once. Can be washed and reused. Now is a great time to transition to reusable nappies as we launch our Supporting Sustainable Choices Scheme to help more parents on their journey to reduce waste. Items eligible include reusable cloth and swim nappies, inner liner for nappies, pilchers, wipes, sanitary pads, menstrual cups and leak-proof underwear. Candidates can receive a maximum of $100 in total. Available for a limited time. Please ensure you enter your details correctly in the application. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.penrithcity.nsw.gov.au//supporting-sustainable #reusable #reusablenappy

23.01.2022 ROAD CLOSURE: Stony Creek Road Causeway is closed due to flooding. When the road is flooded do not enter the causeway no matter how deep you think the water may be. Don't risk your life. If it's flooded forget it! If you are trapped by flash flooding, seek refuge in the highest place and call triple zero (000). #FloodSafe #FlashFlooding

20.01.2022 Spring cleaning? Make sure that you take your good quality unwanted and unused items to a charity within store hours. It costs charities money to clear donations left outside of shopfronts and charity bins. If you’re unsure of when your nearest charity store closes, give them a call before you drop off your items. It’s illegal to dump items outside of the stores. For more information about donating responsibly, visit penrith.city/donating ... If you have a spare minute, fill in this easy survey to let the EPA know more about your donating habits: http://ow.ly/sM3y50C0pqn #donating #cleaning

20.01.2022 A simple way to keep cool during summer is to keep your skin moist. Dampen a small face towel and apply it to your neck and other pressure points on your body. For more tips on how to stay cool this summer, visit penrith.city/beattheheat #beattheheat #staycool

19.01.2022 Want a non-fiction book to sink your teeth into? Penrith City Library's #Bookface of the Week is spotlighting "Can't Hurt Me" by David Goggins. The book follows Goggins and his journey into becoming a U.S. Armed Forces icon and one of the world's top endurance athletes. Borrow your copy here: http://ow.ly/n2m650AOSci ... #books #reading #nonfiction

19.01.2022 Looking for something to do for lunch this Friday? If you work in the Penrith CBD or are passing by, join us for our fourth FREE Lunchtime Tunes concert between 12pm and 2pm at Triangle Park. Grab a bite to eat from one of our High Street restaurants or bring your own lunch.... This Friday’s performer is Lynsey Mackay, a lover of country, pop, folk, musical theatre, classic rock, blues and jazz. We look forward to seeing you there! Triangle Park is at the western end of High Street in Penrith. For more information: penrith.city/events #music

16.01.2022 If you’re seeking council approval on a new build or renovation, you can now submit development applications (DA) online anywhere, anytime, with the new online DA lodgement service. Council will no longer be accepting emailed or posted post consent certificates. Register and lodge your DA, CDC, CC, SC and OC applications here http://www.planningportal.nsw.gov.au/onlineDA If you have any questions, please email [email protected] ... #penrithcity #developmentapplication

15.01.2022 More recycling at Christmas? More convenient drop-offs! Come down to Jamison Park on any weekday from now until Thursday 31 December* 2020 from 3-6pm and we'll take any household recyclables off your hands (or more specifically, out of your boot! ) and we'll make sure it goes to the right place for recycling. For more details, visit penrith.city/christmaswaste... *Excludes public holidays #christmas #recycling

15.01.2022 Music + Art = Reanimate Penrith! If you haven’t checked it out, head over to High Street and explore ReAnimate Penrith’s augmented reality (AR) experiences. What is AR? It’s an interactive experience that brings objects to life in your world sounds cool right? It is! ... If you head over to High Street tonight, drop by High Street Social and check out sultry piano tunes by Lynsey Mackay from 6-8:30pm. #penrithcity #ReAnimatePenrith #AugmentedReality #AR

14.01.2022 Our final week of additional kerbside collections are underway, and we want to make sure everyone gets the most out of them! Place all three bins at the kerbside the night before your normal collection day, and make sure you keep them out until they are emptied. Why do we ask you to leave your bins out for so long? Great question. Our truck drivers will be working hard to make sure everyone's bins are collected, and they will be starting work earlier and finishing later to ma...ke this happen. Collecting more bins also means it takes more time. If you manage to catch a glimpse of your bin collection driver, make sure you give them a wave! You might even get a "Happy New Year" back (if you're lucky). To find out more, visit penrith.city/christmaswaste #christmas #bins

14.01.2022 Subscribe to Council’s Bushcare Bulletin and don’t miss out on the latest news about Bushcare, including updates on our 2021 Trees for Mum and Dad program. The Bulletin features local community events held by bushcare groups, information about what’s happening at Council reserves, and opportunities for you to get involved in your community. Subscribe today at penrith.city/bushcare... Justine Vella. #bushcare #environment #newsletter

13.01.2022 ROADWORKS: As part of the Penrith CBD High Pedestrian Activity Scheme, Council will be constructing a raised pedestrian crossing on Union Road near Station Street, Penrith. Works are scheduled to commence on Monday 30 November, 2020 and are expected to be completed over 3 weeks, weather permitting. The raised pedestrian crossing will be constructed in two halves. As there will not be enough room for two-way traffic, one direction of travel will be closed during each stage and... detours will be in place. Stage 1: Union Road will be closed just East of the traffic lights. Eastbound traffic will be detoured into Worth Street. Residents who live on Union Road between Station Street and Worth Street will need to enter from Station Street. Stage 2: Union Road will be closed off at Station Street roundabout for westbound traffic. A detour will be put in place for all vehicles. Residents who live on this section of Union Road will need to enter from the Worth Street end. Council apologises for any inconvenience during these safety upgrades to our local roads.

13.01.2022 Looking for your next opportunity? Why not join our team! Senior Development Assessment Planner https://bit.ly/38xJtOV ICT Financial Administrator - https://bit.ly/3lfr1hb Animal Services Officer - https://bit.ly/32s7vqH... Project Management Office and Business Improvement Manager - https://bit.ly/32tGD9G Early Childhood Teacher - https://bit.ly/2GIMbp1 Child Care Centre Cook- https://bit.ly/3llCz2Q Child Care Aide - https://bit.ly/3pl9C9F #penrithcity #careers #applynow #makeyourmark

13.01.2022 Desperate to know Penrith City Library's #BOOKFACE of the Week? This one's perfect for Halloween... "Meet Frankenstein" by Naima Green. A terrifying tale of isolation and persecution. This book details the production of the movie, Boris Karloff's rise to fame, and the reaction of both the public and the critics.... Borrow your copy here: http://ow.ly/n2m650AOSci #halloween #frankenstein

12.01.2022 FIT FOR FREE: Outdoor training sessions now on offer for the Penrith community. Personal trainers from Ripples Leisure Centre are set to host free outdoor fitness sessions in St Clair, Cranebrook, Jordan Springs and Werrington from 25 November to 10 December. Incorporating existing outdoor gym equipment, installed by Penrith City Council, the sessions will run for 45 minutes to an hour and are aimed at showing residents how to safely, and effectively, use these facilities. ... For more information, or to register, call us on 4732 7841. #PenrithCity #outdoors #active #fit

12.01.2022 Great news for the hot days over the weekend!

12.01.2022 What stress is stopping you from living life to the fullest? Penrith City Council wants to take action to minimise the effect of stressors and shocks on our community. When we face major shocks and ongoing stressors like extreme heat, bushfires and unemployment our daily lives are disrupted. Council is developing a 10 year Resilience Action Plan in response to these disruptions to provide the community with guidance on how to best navigate these challenges and stressors. B...ut we need your help. Register for our free interactive workshop on Thursday 5 November from 6-7.30pm where we’ll discuss what resilience is, the risks Penrith is facing and what can be done to help our community feel more connected and prepared for the unexpected. The workshop will be online. Register now at http://ow.ly/nxOc50C5I4o #beprepared #emergency

12.01.2022 Do you know what goes in your green-lidded FOGO bin? FOGO stands for Food Organics and Garden Organics and consists of waste items such as garden clippings, food scraps, pizza boxes and tissues. Allu & Sallu from Allu & Sallu’s World are community members who are passionate about sorting correctly and have created a video to help make sorting easier for families. The video includes some great tips on how you can make sure you’re recycling correctly with your green-lidded... FOGO bin. For more information about Penrith’s 3-bin service, visit penrith.city/3bins To view their full video, watch their Ultimate Sorter video at https://fal.cn/3fS4w #waste

11.01.2022 ReAnimate Penrith begins November 1. Find and scan the hidden QR codes along high street using the ReAnimate Penrith app to discover animated characters and crazy artworks! Download the app by searching ReAnimate Penrith on the Apple Store or Google Play. #reanimatepenrith

10.01.2022 Did you know all of the food scraps you put into your Council provided green bags are composted? Yep, that means the bag itself is compostable as well - pretty cool, huh? When food scraps are collected in other bags that aren't our Council provided ones (even the ones that claim to be compostable), our industrial composting system can't always break them down properly. This means they contaminate an otherwise perfectly good load of potential compost. If you're looking for a...n alternative to our green bags, try wrapping your food scraps in newspaper or paper towel before putting them in your kitchen caddy. Remember, it's important to take your scraps out to your FOGO bin as regularly as possible (we recommend at least once a day) to avoid any odours. You'll avoid a mini composting system starting to form right there on your kitchen bench! For more tips on recycling these holidays, head to penrith.city/christmastips #FOGO #waste #reducewaste #recycling #christmaswaste

08.01.2022 While Penrith City Library's three branches may be closed, that doesn’t mean the Library’s services are, too. The free Penrith City Library app brings the library to you during the Christmas and New Year break. Free to download, members can access the Library’s services such as free eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines. History buffs can enjoy exploring the Local History Blog and children can access Ziptales for fun online interactive stories. Tickets will be available for Jan...uary school holiday programs during this time and can be booked through the app. If you’re interested in becoming a Library member during this time, you can join online at library.penrith.city and have the Library at your fingertips throughout the break. For more information, visit library.penrith.city #penrithcitylibrary #library

08.01.2022 Are you looking for a way to decorate your space this Christmas without the hassle of shopping centres and big price tags? Making your own environmentally friendly decorations is easy, and can be a great activity to do as a family! By making them at home, not only do you know exactly what they're made of (and what nasties you can make sure to keep out!), you're also helping the environment by cutting down on excess packaging. To check out some of our favourites, visit http:/.../ow.ly/sj9n50CtXOi #christmas #giftideas

07.01.2022 Couldn't make it to our Emu Green Reserve event? Don't worry! You can still join us for a fun day of tree planting at Blue Hills Wetland on Sunday 20 June from 8am-11.30am. Refreshments and all equipment will be provided on the day. Please make sure to bring your own sun protection and wear sensible closed-in shoes. The event is free, but registrations are essential. For more information, visit https://fal.cn/3fSGS ... The planting forms part of the Premier’s Priority Greening Our City initiative to plant one million trees by 2022 and is part of Greening Australia’s Nature in Cities stream. #treeplanting #bluehillswetland

07.01.2022 Do you love art and technology? Download the FREE ReAnimate Penrith App via the Apple Store or Google Play to interact with the spectacular street art and augmented reality experiences. ReAnimate Penrith combines the two to create a truly unique experience in the heart of Penrith. You will see the city centre transform into an unexpected wonderland of art, exploration and fun for all ages. Discover all the 3D characters and amazing art around the city that comes to life throu...gh your mobile phone. Find out more at www.reanimatepenrith.com.au #reanimatepenrith #penrithcity #streetart #augmentedreality #arts #sydney #fun

06.01.2022 Have your kids seen our interactive, augmented reality colouring sheet in yet? It's so cool! Download it free here: http://ow.ly/zEe650CigHK ReAnimate Penrith are giving you the chance to *WIN* Follow ReAnimate Penrith on Facebook and Instagram and upload a picture or video of your 3D creation with the hashtag #reanimatepenrith. ... You'll be entered in the running to WIN a $100 food/beverage voucher to a participating venue at ReAnimate Penrith! Competition closes 30 November at 11:59pm Full T's and C's at http://ow.ly/HG1a50CigHI

06.01.2022 Did you see Big Weather on the ABC on Tuesday night? Want to know what to do next? Here’s a quick idea: register for Council’s upcoming Resilience Workshop and provide feedback on how you respond to real life scenarios and stressors. The interactive workshop will take place on Thursday 5 November from 6-7.30pm where we’ll discuss what resilience is, the risks Penrith is facing and what can be done to help our community feel more connected and prepared for the unexpected. ... Your input will help Council to develop a 10 year Resilience Action Plan in response to natural disruptions and ongoing stressors like unemployment, discrimination and social inequity. The workshop will be online. Register now at http://ow.ly/8U1m50C5GpJ #getprepared #emergencyplan

06.01.2022 Do you use reusable nappies? We have good news for you! With our Supporting Sustainable Choices Scheme, rebates are now available for reusable nappies to help more parents on their journey to reduce waste. Not using reusable nappies? Now is a great time to transition across and add to your savings. ... Items eligible include reusable cloth and swim nappies, inner liner for nappies, pilchers, wipes, sanitary pads, menstrual cups and leak-proof underwear. Candidates can receive a maximum of $100 in total. Available for a limited time. For more information and to apply, visit http://ow.ly/mzRO50CcRzF #reusable #nappies

06.01.2022 Everyone loves a window cat, but do you know the benefits of keeping a cat indoors? Keeping a cat inside prevents your cat from sustaining injuries caused by attacks or fighting with other animals. Staying indoors protects your cat from public roads where they could be hit by a vehicle.... Cats are natural predators and keeping them inside provides a safer environment for native wildlife. Make sure your cat has toys to satisfy their natural prey drive and a scratching post to help them sharpen their claws and muscles, and let them sit by a closed window to observe the world around them. Iris (IG/thewhisks) enjoying her window seat. #pet #cats

05.01.2022 NAIDOC Week is an opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate our Aboriginal heritage and the contribution Penrith’s Aboriginal people make in our community and across our vibrant City. Penrith City Council held our week-long celebrations earlier in the year. Check out our YouTube NAIDOC playlist for videos on ephemeral art, scone making and to see our message stick. View the videos at http://ow.ly/fn4F50Cj5sB... #NAIDOC

03.01.2022 Thinking about cooling down at the indoor and outdoor pools at Ripples Leisure Centre? You can do so responsibly by following their COVID-19 safe plan. Visitors are required to adhere to social distancing. Temperature checking and QR coding is required upon entry.... Capacity limits are in place at both St Marys and Penrith. St Marys has a capacity of 808 visitors and Penrith has a capacity of 414. Capacity limits may change at the discretion of Ripples. Follow Ripples on Facebook to keep up to date with activities and COVID-19 safe plan updates. #ripples #swimming

03.01.2022 Tag a young woman who’s going to change the world! Penrith Council is offering free six-week leadership training course for women aged 16-30 who live, work or study in Kingswood. Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a difference in your community. When: 5.30pm-7pm on Wednesday nights from 4 November 9 December 2020 ... Where: Kingswood Neighbourhood Centre, 19 Bringelly Road, Kingswood Contact Sarah on 0436 921 475 or [email protected] to book your place. Spots are limited. A COVID-19 safe plan will be in place during the training sessions. #kingswood #women

03.01.2022 WEED SPRAYING NOTIFICATION: Please note the Hawkesbury River County Council (HRCC) is undertaking a roadside weed spray at Claremont Meadows, St Marys and Werrington. During November, they are spraying the area for Chilean Needle Grass. Stop the spread of weeds across our agricultural land and endangered bushland by reporting any weed sightings to the HRCC. If you have any questions about the weed spraying in your area, please contact the HRCC at [email protected] or Bush...care at [email protected] For more information about the Chilean Needle Grass, visit http://ow.ly/Lgt550C5wt9 #weed #stmarys #claremontmeadows #werrington

02.01.2022 Allen Place Carpark is set to transform into an outdoor art gallery at ReAnimate Penrith. From Novemeber 1 the live street art begins! find out more at www.reanimatepenrith.com.au #reanimatepenrith

02.01.2022 Our friendly Library staff can’t resist dressing up for Halloween. If you’re heading to one of our Library branches tomorrow, keep an eye out for some spooky friends... For more photographs like this, visit Penrith City Library’s Local Archive search at library.penrith.city Penrith City Library.... #flashbackfriday #halloween #dressup

01.01.2022 Road works are programmed at the following locations and planned to be completed within next 2-3 weeks weather permitting. 1. Egret Place, Claremont Meadows 2. Sandpiper Crescent, Claremont Meadows 3. John Oxley Dr, Werrington between Chisholm Ave and Bridge... Above works are part of the Council adopted Annual Works Program 2020-21 being delivered across the city in order to improve the life cycle and riding quality of the road network.