Leasing agent to fight intimidation charge at raceway
A Sydney leasing agent has pleaded not guilty to intimidation and property damage charges over an incident in Sydney’s west. Here’s what we know.
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Penrith District RL: Meet 50+ first grade stars to shine in 2025
Local footy is back and with a mix of rising stars and battled-hardened veterans, there’s a host of reasons to get to your nearest ground. Here’s 50+ stars to watch in Penrith’s top grade.
‘Millions teetering’: Grim new debt warning to Aussie homeowners
A vast majority of Aussie homeowners are facing a ‘troubling’ money issue that could push them over the edge, according to a disturbing new study.
Try-scoring mayhem! Records set, win run ended in Sydney 1st Colts rugby
There’s new names heading the tryscorers comp, a club racked up the season’s biggest win and a top gun ended the run of a title contender. Rd 5 Sydney 1st Colts rugby stars, standouts, results
Woman dies after horror crash in Sydney’s west
A woman has died after a horror crash on a main road in Sydney’s west. Details here.
Panthers’ NRLW dream closer with crucial $20m investment in Penrith
Penrith’s NRLW dream is a step closer to fruition with a proposed $20m centre of excellence in the pipeline. Here’s what the state of the art development would deliver for female athletes in the region.
Penrith District RL: Top U19s performers from round three
Local talent is emerging in the Penrith U19s Division-1 competition as the next generation begins to make their mark. Check out the top 12 stars from round three.
Injuries, three try hero, new leader! 1st Colts rugby Rd 4 stars, standouts
There was a three-try hero, 125 reasons one team was urgent to win, a breakthrough and a major contender with injury troubles again. 1st Colts rugby stars, standouts, Rd 4 wrap
200 luxury cabins, pony club slated for $210m glamping site
Plans from a major Sydney developer to build a luxurious tourism hub in Sydney’s northwest have been lodged with the state government, despite stirring controversy among residents. See the pictures here.
Why we’re leaving Melbourne’s top ‘supercharged’ suburb
Melissa has lived in Melbourne’s west since she was nine-years old, and isn’t surprised to hear a price rise is on its way — but here’s why she’s decided to leave.
How Labor’s housing plan will impact you
We’ve heard the promises. But the pressure is now on for a second-term elected Labor government to deliver the housing policies that were central to its win.
First homebuyer grant ‘trap’ for Gen Z
A Gen Z landlord warns the lucrative first homebuyer grant could be irrelevant for many young people seeing them ‘fall into a trap’ unless tweaked.
Aussie reno boom towns: suburbs where DIY is spiking
More Aussies are opting to forgo moving home and choosing to fix it up themselves instead, according to a new report. See which suburbs are spending big.
Need to Know
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Penrith weather
As autumn moves towards winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Check out the latest on Penrith roads
The daily commute is better with a little planning. Here’s some roads it might be best to avoid today
NCAT Consumer and Commercial Hearings at Penrith
Here is a list of NCAT Consumer and Commercial Hearings at Penrith
Everybody appearing at Penrith Local Court, Tuesday, May 6
Here is a list of matters listed at Penrith Local Court on Tuesday.
Man in critical condition after being pulled from weir in Sydney’s west
A man has been rushed to hospital in a serious condition after being pulled from the water in Sydney’s west.
Specialist cop to fight charges over trail bike crash
A police officer will fight several charges relating to a crash with a trail bike in Sydney’s west after two teenage boys were left seriously injured. Read the latest.
Man in critical condition after siege in Sydney’s west
A man believed to be in his 50s has been left in a critical condition following a stand-off with police that lasted hours and resulted in him being tasered.
Meet the McMahon candidates vying for your vote
The vast seat of McMahon spans four council areas and has only been held by one MP. Meet the candidates vying for the seat on May 3, and read what they stand for.
‘Worst Easter weekend’ death toll rises after boy, 9, trapped in rocks
A boy who died after becoming trapped in rocks has become the latest fatality in what Surf Lifesaving NSW chief executive Steve Pearce has called “the worst Easter long weekend in our records”, bringing the statewide death toll to six.
Watch replay: Central Coast kick start schoolboys cup with impressive Hills win
Central Coast, led by Carter Mareko, withstood a rejuvenated Hills Sports High School to get its Peter Mulholland Cup campaign off on a winning note. Watch the REPLAY here.
Local Penrith RL: Star sidelined, new weekly battle for silverware
The fight for silverware has now become a weekly event, while one gun player has almost played himself out of a spot in his own team. All that and more in round four Penrith RL talking points.
Watch replay: Dellow led Endeavour dominates Peter Mulholland Cup opener
Endeavour started its 2025 Peter Mulholland Cup campaign off in dominating fashion on Tuesday, largely thanks to young star Thomas Dellow. Watch the REPLAY here.
NRRRL: Decade-long hoodoo broken with stunning upset
The unpredictable start to the NRRRL season has continued as Casino snapped a decade-long hoodoo with a stunning win.
Brutal moment jail inmate is attacked by prisoners
This is the shocking mobile phone footage of a brutal 60 seconds in which at a Sydney prisoner was set upon by a gang of rivals in a small cell. Warning: Distressing content
Bulldogs star cops crushing blow after failed judiciary bid
Jacob Preston’s State of Origin hopes have been dashed, with the Bulldogs star forward rubbed out of a blockbuster clash against Canberra after suffering a crushing loss at the NRL judiciary.
‘Pathetic’: Rail union demands new cabins on driverless trains
The union that brought the rail network to its knees is demanding drivers’ cabins on driverless trains. Here is why.
Done deal: NRL’s $85 million Bears reveal in WA
The deal is done: ARL Commission boss Peter V’landys, NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo and WA premier Roger Cook reach agreement for Perth Bears to enter the NRL in 2027.
Cheaper fuel on the road ahead for Sydney motorists
Sydney motorists have had to cough up as much as $2.10 for a litre of petrol recently despite global oil prices dropping – but some relief is on the way. These are the factors influencing the city’s petrol prices and when it will be cheapest to fill up at the bowser.
‘My house is seized’: Aussie in Bali court over poolside ‘slap’
In the latest case of Aussies being hauled before Bali’s courts, a father who allegedly slapped a German woman at a $950 a night resort is fighting his assault charge.
‘Millions of dollars out of pocket’: NDIS company tells court
An NDIS business told the Federal Court it had virtually no income and was owed “millions of dollars” by the Commonwealth, as investors in Specialist Disability Accommodation reveal they have also suffered “significant losses”.
Kidman debuts shock new look as Aussie stars hit Met Gala
The Met Gala had no shortage of Aussie flair, with Nicole Kidman stealing the show on fashion’s biggest night as she revealed a drastic new style change. See the photos.
Aussie producer blasts Trump’s film tariff threat
An Australian producer has issued a blunt warning to US President Donald Trump over his latest tariff threat, warning it could spell disaster for Hollywood.
World
Australia hits back at new Trump tariff
Australia’s top diplomat has pushed back at Donald Trump’s latest tariffs targeting a key Australian industry.
‘Nuts, absurd, dumb’: Trump plan mocked
Donald Trump’s idea to reopen the world’s most famous jail has been labelled “not serious” with a $400m price tag to do just the bare minimum.
‘No regrets’: Missing mum found after 60 yrs
A mum who vanished for six decades after accusing her husband of abuse has reappeared “alive and well: and “happy,” police have said.
White House shares AI pic of buff Trump
The White House has shared an AI photo of a buff-looking Donald Trump, a day after the President sparked controversy over his AI Pope photo.
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