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Madeleine Damo is a news reporter who started out covering the Penrith area before moving across to the Wentworth Courier in Sydney’s east. Madeleine has a demonstrated track record in breaking exclusives across various fields including court, crime, and corrective services, and recently completed a master’s degree in Journalism.

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Penrith

Matilda Nepean is a new private hospital located at Kingswood in Western Sydney.

‘Life-changing’ $44m private hospital opens in western Sydney

A $44 million private hospital – promising “world-class” healthcare and a major focus on mental health services – has officially opened its doors at western Sydney.

Penrith

‘I am changing’: Man’s vow after violent stabbing

A young father with a violent criminal history from Sydney’s west has appeared in court to be sentenced for stabbing a person three times. Find out why he has told a court he was dedicated to becoming a better man.

Penrith

Mark (left) and his father John Buchtmann At Springwood ambulance station

‘Rescue runs in the blood’: Father, son reflect on ambulance careers

For one Penrith family, being a first responder is something passed on from father to son. The duo – which have a combined 40 years and counting in the profession – share why it has been so rewarding.

Penrith

Shots fired into home in Sydney’s west

Police are investigating a drive-by shooting in Sydney’s west. Officers were told a car was seen to leave the area immediately following the incident.

Penrith

Artists impression of a group home for young people living with a disability . Source: Inclusive Housing Australia

‘An unequivocal need’: Plans for western Sydney group home

Plans for a group home in western Sydney for young adults living with a disability to “live as independently as possible” has been lodged, with the housing provider declaring the need for such housing can’t be argued.

Penrith

Miss World Australia has partnered with the Charlie Teo Foundation with the 8 finalists being announced tonight. Miss Australia contestants from left Susana Downes, 24, Caitlyn Hosking, 23, Alana Kennedy, 20, and Marianna Azeez, 19, at the Sir Stamford at Circular Quay. Picture: Jonathan Ng

Revealed: Sydney beauty queen’s surprise new career move

A western Sydney local who shot to prominence after being named Miss Earth Australia will be soon gracing our screens in a television revival.

Penrith

Woman charged with fatal St Marys crash to fight charges

The woman charged over a fatal crash that killed a beloved St Mary’s grandmother late last year plans to fight the allegations.

Penrith

Bill Borg, and his wife Karyn ,(correct) ,next to the Mini Field, named in his honour. Naming ceremony for a mini rugby league field ,in honour of Bill Borg ,the Secretary of the St Clair Demons Junior Rugby league club. Bill has been the Secretary for 23 years.

Penrith junior league legends named in Australia Day honours

Two local heroes are among those being recognised in this year’s Australia Day honours list for their dedicated volunteer work at a junior rugby league club.

Wentworth Courier

Eastern suburbs residents named in Australia Day honours

Eastern suburbs residents have been recognised in this year’s Australia Day Honours list. We take a look at the worthy recipients:

Blacktown

Macarthur Chronicle - Pictured: Samantha O'Toole (38), owner of the store, holding a BBQ Chef Special and Seafood Delight pizza cooked in her 100% wood fired oven - Photographs of Wood Fire Delights - The pizza takeaway began as a catering business.

Man and woman charged over pizza shop heists

A man and woman have been charged over a string of break-ins targeting Sydney pizza shops with the duo alleged to have made off with cash from 16 separate takeaway joints.

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