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25.01.2022 "Those calling for lockdowns appear to be those with the least to lose." Troy Dodds on why the reporting of Sydney's current COVID-19 outbreak is dangerous and ill-informed.
25.01.2022 NEWS: Plans to re-zone 38.4ha of employment land to make way for 500 more residential homes near Jordan Springs have been approved, despite community pushback.
24.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: Residents of an apartment building on Lord Sheffield Circuit in Thornton have been evacuated due to a fire. Crews are on scene. Everyone has been evacuated safely. Residents should be able to return to their apartments this afternoon.
23.01.2022 "Given there is no evidence of any wrongdoing, it would seem extraordinary that a woman of Ms Berejiklian’s ability, independence and political class would be forced to step aside." Troy Dodds says the Premier deserves to survive this week's shock revelations - if she doesn't, we'll be all the poorer.
23.01.2022 FLASH SALE ALERT! Now is the time to secure a special one-off exclusive offer at Holiday Inn Potts Point. Whether you're treating a loved one to a romantic staycation or rewarding a friend who has done it particularly tough in 2020, Holiday Inn Potts Point is offering stays for just $110 per night + FREE onsite parking if you place a booking by midnight Sunday 8 November for any stay date.... Support the local Potts Point community and escape to the village vibe on the outer Sydney rim with stunning harbour views. They are close to some of Sydney's major attractions, including Royal Randwick, Art Gallery of NSW, Powerhouse Musuem & The Royal Botanic Gardens. *Terms apply Phone 9368 4000 or email [email protected] for further enquiries or to make a booking. Book online here >> https://www.holidayinnpottspoint.com.au//potts-point-hote/
23.01.2022 SPORT: Forward Jack Hetherington will depart Penrith at the end of the season after signing with Canterbury.
22.01.2022 SPORT: In his final column for the year, Peter Lang reflects on the Grand Final and reveals why he believes Penrith will win the comp in 2021.
22.01.2022 The latest Western Property is out now! We've got all your local real estate needs covered. Perfect for the home owner, home seller and home buyer. Digital Edition: https://bit.ly/2TCzoap
22.01.2022 NEWS: The Federal Government will fully fund the much-needed Dunheved Road upgrade.
20.01.2022 SPORT: The Western Sydney Wanderers have announced the return of club legend Ante Covic as the club’s Westfield W-League goalkeeper coach.
20.01.2022 The latest Western Weekender is out now! All the latest Penrith news, sport, entertainment and more - written by locals, for locals! Digital Edition: https://bit.ly/3e6ZoEC
19.01.2022 NEWS: A woman has been charged with two separate PCA offences and driving whilst disqualified in just over a 24-hour period after being stopped by police in Sydney’s west. About 11.00am on Thursday, November 26, 2020, officers attached to Nepean Highway Patrol stopped a Honda City sedan on Nepean Street, Leonay. Checks revealed the driver, a 68-year-old woman, was a disqualified driver. The woman was charged with driving whilst disqualified and was due to appear at Penrith L...ocal Court on Thursday December, 17, 2020. Later that day, about 6.00pm, police stopped the same car on Pamela Parade, Leonay. The woman was breath tested and allegedly provided a positive sample. She was arrested and taken to Springwood Police Station, where she underwent a breath analysis. The woman returned an alleged reading of 0.123. She was charged with mid-range PCA and driving whilst disqualified; She was given bail conditions not to occupy the driver’s seat of a motor vehicle and was bailed to appear at Penrith Local Court on Thursday, December 17, 2020. About 6.00pm yesterday (Friday, November 27, 2020), officers from Nepean Highway Patrol stopped the 68-year-old woman driving the same car again on Pamela Parade, Leonay. She allegedly failed to complete a roadside breath test and was arrested and taken to Penrith Police Station, where she underwent a breath analysis. She allegedly returned a reading of 0.148. She was charged with high-range PCA, drive whilst disqualified and breach of bail. The woman was refused bail and appeared before Parramatta Local Court today.
18.01.2022 SPORT: The Masked Panther has filed his final column for the year.
18.01.2022 Have you been watching the new Junior MasterChef series? We caught up with judge Andy Allen to talk about the fun Channel 10 show.
18.01.2022 WAYBACK WEDNESDAY: A shot of Westfield Penrith in November 2005, soon after the 'new section' was opened.
18.01.2022 SPORT: Penrith coach Ivan Cleary called a 12.30pm training session on Monday. The players turned up at 11am. These are the 'one percenters' guiding Penrith's premiership charge.
18.01.2022 Want to be first to know what's going on in Penrith in 2021? Receive our Digital Edition via email each week - totally free! Subscribe here: https://bit.ly/3npSuOB
17.01.2022 FLASHBACK FRIDAY: A shot of Panthers Leagues Club in 1996.
17.01.2022 Sydney Indoor MX Dome is the first indoor motocross track in Australia! A family friendly environment that caters to all ages and skill levels of riding offering an Academy, a Learn to Ride program, Ladies Sessions, Family Hour and special events. You can also hire out the Dome for your next function! ... Open through October school holidays from 9am every day. For more information head to www.mxdome.com.au.
16.01.2022 WAYBACK WEDNESDAY: In May 1971, a major pram pushing competition was held in the area to see who could push a pram the furthest in 24 hours. The competition was won by Penrith United Soccer Club. Left to right are R Taylor, N Whitton, G Sillis, S Gardener, L Parsons, G Mallard, W Burns, S Hackett, A Carr, R Baczelis, R Dennis and D Murphy. (Photo thanks to Penrith City Library)
16.01.2022 ACCIDENT: Penrith - Between Coreen Avenue and Peachtree Road on Castlereagh Road. Traffic is being diverted so please avoid the area if possible.
15.01.2022 NEWS: A stunning Castlereagh property featuring an amazing outdoor area and tennis court has just come on the market.
15.01.2022 SPORT: It's been a disrupted preparation, but the Nepean Ducks are fired up and ready to go for the Gridiron NSW season, which kicks off this weekend.
15.01.2022 BLOG: ICAC has been dominating the headlines this week. Weekender legal expert Daniel McKinnon explains what the body is, and does.
14.01.2022 FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Who used to go bowling here when they were growing up in Penrith the 1990s and 2000s?
14.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: The Penrith Panthers have re-signed exciting rookie Charlie Staines for three more seasons.
14.01.2022 JUST IN: The Reserve Bank has kept the official cash rate on hold at 0.25%.
13.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW: Around 700 homes and businesses in the Penrith CBD are without power. Endeavour Energy crews are investigating.
12.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: Masks will be mandated in some settings from tomorrow, but Premier Gladys Berejiklian appears to have ruled out any need for a lockdown in Sydney.
12.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW: A storm bringing heavy rain and possible hail is making its way across the Blue Mountains and will hit Penrith prior to 4pm.
12.01.2022 NEWS: McHappy Day is being held tomorrow, with locals encouraged to buy a Big Mac or special merchandise to help raise money for Ronald McDonald House.
11.01.2022 WIN TICKETS! With staging like you’ve never seen before performed by world-class percussionists, DRUMMER QUEENS delivers a live musical experience like none other. This remarkable all-female cast will leave audiences in awe of their skill and inspired by the excitement and energy of this never-before-seen theatrical production.... DRUMMER QUEENS runs at the Sydney Lyric Theatre from February 6-14. Visit www.drummerqueens.com. The Weekender has a double pass to give away to DRUMMER QUEENS. For your chance to win, reply below with the word DRUMMER. Tickets are for the Saturday, February 6 2pm performance. (Entries close Thursday 9am. Winner will be notified by private message).
11.01.2022 OPINION: Last night's Budget provides the platform for our nation's economic recovery, but a team effort is required, writes Troy Dodds.
11.01.2022 JUST IN: Outdoor venues will be able to allow one person every two square metres from this Friday, as long as QR code registration is in place. Indoor venues must follow the four square metre rule.
11.01.2022 BREAKING NEWS: Panthers forward Viliame Kikau will miss next week's Preliminary Final after being found guilty of a Dangerous Throw at the NRL Judiciary.
10.01.2022 SPORT: No Kikau, no worries. Kurt Capewell is confident the Panthers can get the job done against Souths on Saturday.
10.01.2022 With Stages 1 & 2 now almost completely sold out at Mulgoa Sanctuary, Stage 3 is just around the corner. Build your forever home whilst bordering the Mulgoa Nature reserve. See https://mulgoasanctuary.com.au/register/
10.01.2022 DEVELOPING STORY: NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says she will not stand down, despite a dramatic day at ICAC.
09.01.2022 JUST IN: A second man has been charged over the murder of Mak Muon at Emu Plains in September. The 25-year-old was charged last night and refused bail. He'll appear in court today.
08.01.2022 SPORT: Records tumbled and history was made at the Nepean Triathlon last weekend.
06.01.2022 Rainbow Organic is your one-stop-shop for all your essential health and wellness needs.
05.01.2022 NEWS: Extra bin collections at homes, plus recycling drop-off days, have been confirmed by Penrith City Council. There's also a special day to drop-off your real Christmas tree in January.
05.01.2022 NEWS: It’s stood unused and neglected for years, but now the Police Cottage at Emu Plains is set to be given a new lease of life.
05.01.2022 NEWS: The new Western Sydney Airport Metro stations will see the St Marys property market surge, with a local realtor predicting the region will be the next city of the west.
05.01.2022 NEWS: Developer Lendlease will effectively buy back Jordan Springs East, delivering hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation to residents of what’s become known as the ‘sinking suburb’.
05.01.2022 NEWS: A Penrith man found with an unauthorised pistol while on parole for the same offence will remain behind bars for at least 19 months.
04.01.2022 NEWS: A man has been charged over the alleged sexual abuse of a teenage girl he met online.
04.01.2022 SPORT: In this week's Lang on League, Peter Lang looks at the two sides desperate to play Penrith in the Preliminary Final. Plus why was Trent Robinson so salty last weekend?
04.01.2022 THROWBACK THURSDAY: A great shot of Station Street, Penrith in 1970, looking south.
04.01.2022 NEWS: Labor Leader Anthony Albanese has visited St Marys to outline a plan for jobs and addressing skill shortages.
04.01.2022 NEWS: The Nepean Hospital redevelopment will be completed sooner than expected as the NSW Government announced today that Stage 2 of the $1 billion project will be brought forward by two years.
03.01.2022 MONDAY MEMORIES: A shot of High Street, Penrith in the 1980s. Notice any shops you used to frequent? (Photo thanks to Penrith City Library)
03.01.2022 #BREAKING The Sydney Thunder have defeated the Melbourne Stars to win the Women’s Big Bash League Final
02.01.2022 Do you follow us on Instagram? Find us for a unique look behind the scenes at what we do - plus plenty of exclusive content! See www.instagram.com/westernweekender
02.01.2022 The final edition of Extra Time for 2020 has just landed! We look back on the moments that defined Penrith's Grand Final loss to Melbourne Our Player of the Year is named in the annual Extra Time Awards... Peter Lang and Clinton Maynard talk up Penrith's prospects in 2021 Our last Face in the Crowd for the year - are you a winner? Digital Edition: https://bit.ly/37JKqTP
02.01.2022 HAPPENING NOW: A sudden storm has hit eastern parts of the Penrith area, bringing with it hail and heavy rain.
02.01.2022 Celebrate Melbourne Cup with the best view in Penrith! Emu Hall is broadcasting all the action live with BOTTOMLESS CHANDON BRUT OR LAGER for two hours , an exquisite 4-course menu and a live band! Book your tickets: https://bit.ly/2TwUtTS
