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Penrith's leading provider of local news, celebrating 35 years in 2026. Print edition out Thursdays. Text a news tip: 0434 986 622.
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Penrith’s Australia Day celebrations will focus on a pool party at Ripples centres in Penrith and St Marys.

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Penrith's Australia Day celebrations return to Ripples • The Western Weekender
Penrith's Australia Day celebrations will focus on a pool party at Ripples centres in Penrith and St Marys.
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January 5, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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Penrith will swelter at the back end of the week with three straight days over 40 degrees, including a 44 degree scorcher on Saturday.

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Penrith prepares for three straight days over 40 degrees • The Western Weekender
Penrith will swelter at the back end of the week with three straight days over 40 degrees, including a 44 degree scorcher on Saturday.
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January 4, 2026 at 11:09 PM
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Penrith is about to be transformed back to the 1980s with a retro cafe to open in the CBD this month.

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1980s themed cafe to open in Penrith this month • The Western Weekender
Penrith is about to be transformed back to the 1980s with a retro cafe to open in the CBD this month.
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January 4, 2026 at 9:49 PM
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PODCAST: Jim Jones joins us to speak about his life in rugby league, from player to one of the sharpest recruiters in the game.

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January 4, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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Greek restaurant Avli has announced its permanent closure.

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Greek restaurant Avli to close for second time • The Western Weekender
Greek restaurant Avli has announced its permanent closure.
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January 4, 2026 at 6:07 AM
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PODCAST: Penrith RSL Sub-Branch President Anthony Eddie joins us On The Record. Search Western Weekender wherever you listen to podcasts, or stream/download here: bit.ly/OTR-AE.
December 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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NEW PODCAST! Panthers Group Chairman Peter Graham joins us to talk about his life, career and passion for Penrith. Search Western Weekender wherever you listen to podcasts, or stream/download here: bit.ly/wwpod-peter.
December 28, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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Merry Christmas, Penrith
December 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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It's been quite the year in Penrith. Here's how we covered it 🔽

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2025 in review: A huge year in Penrith • The Western Weekender
It's been quite the year in Penrith. Here's how we covered it.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:45 AM
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Nine months ago, Dress for Success opened on High Street with a mission to support women entering the workforce. Since then, 350 clients have walked through the doors.

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The local organisation helping women dress for success • The Western Weekender
Nine months ago, Dress for Success opened on High Street with a mission to support women entering the workforce. Since then, 350 clients have walked through the doors.
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December 22, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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A jealous man unable to accept a woman did not want a long-term relationship with him will spend decades in prison for her murder and interfering with her body.

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'Sheer terror': 44 years for strangling new partner • The Western Weekender
A jealous man unable to accept a woman did not want a long-term relationship with him will spend decades in prison for her murder and interfering with her body.
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December 21, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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The Weekender is taking a break over the holidays!

🗞 Our final print edition of the year is out now. Our first paper for 2026 will be out on Thursday, January 15

📲 A limited news service will run on our website, app and socials over the next few weeks.

Enjoy the summer, Penrith!
December 19, 2025 at 2:15 AM
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Weekender Editor Troy Dodds reflects on a big year of local news.

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Editor's Christmas message: A roller-coaster year in Penrith • The Western Weekender
Weekender Editor Troy Dodds reflects on a big year of local news.
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December 19, 2025 at 2:00 AM
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A local not-for-profit sports foundation is looking for people to join its Board, as it continues to identify local junior and senior talent.

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Sports foundation on the hunt for new Board members • The Western Weekender
A local not-for-profit sports foundation is looking for people to join its Board, as it continues to identify local junior and senior talent.
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December 18, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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Kevin Chevell’s Inside Fitness has survived every fitness craze and competitor imaginable. But after more than 40 years, it's time for the Penrith institution's final workout.

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Weights down: Penrith fitness legend Kevin Chevell calls it a day • The Western Weekender
Kevin Chevell’s Inside Fitness has survived every fitness craze and competitor imaginable. But after more than 40 years, it's time for the Penrith institution's final workout.
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December 18, 2025 at 9:02 AM
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Garry Worrall gets behind the wheel of the Leapmotor C10, and is less than impressed.

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C10 is not a giant Leap forward • The Western Weekender
Garry Worrall gets behind the wheel of the Leapmotor C10, and is less than impressed.
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December 18, 2025 at 3:33 AM
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Emily Chate finds a slice of heaven three hours south of Penrith.

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Wine and relaxation awaits at Cupitt's Estate • The Western Weekender
Emily Chate finds a slice of heaven three hours south of Penrith.
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December 18, 2025 at 2:30 AM
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Outgoing Penrith Referees’ Association Chairman Gary Haines reflects on his long career.

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Gary Haines reflects on long career in local refereeing • The Western Weekender
Outgoing Penrith Referees’ Association Chairman Gary Haines reflects on his long career.
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December 17, 2025 at 11:41 PM
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A brand new edition of The Western Weekender is out now! Get it at 100+ locations across Penrith, or read online for free at www.westernweekender.com.au/digitaledition.
December 17, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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A new apartment building reserved exclusively for essential workers has opened in Kingswood.

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New housing for essential workers opens in Kingswood • The Western Weekender
A new apartment building reserved exclusively for essential workers has opened in Kingswood.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:50 AM
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Penrith’s newest restaurant – Palermo – brings Euro Summer to western Sydney.

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Penrith's newest restaurant inspired by Sicily • The Western Weekender
Penrith’s newest restaurant – Palermo – brings Euro Summer to western Sydney.
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December 17, 2025 at 3:16 AM
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An empty lot at Leonay could soon be transformed into a multi-million dollar retail development.

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Plan for new supermarket, childcare centre in Leonay • The Western Weekender
An empty lot at Leonay could soon be transformed into a multi-million dollar retail development.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:52 AM
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We've tracked down some of the best Christmas lights displays in Penrith.

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Your guide to Penrith's best Christmas light displays • The Western Weekender
We've tracked down some of the best Christmas lights displays in Penrith.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:22 AM
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Local support services are reporting their highest demand for emergency relief, mental health support and crisis intervention since COVID-19.

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How you can help people in need this Christmas • The Western Weekender
Local support services are reporting their highest demand for emergency relief, mental health support and crisis intervention since COVID-19.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:40 AM
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Two local students are celebrating after topping the state in Higher School Certificate courses.

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Local students top HSC in drama, PDHPE • The Western Weekender
Two local students are celebrating after topping the state in Higher School Certificate courses.
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December 17, 2025 at 1:00 AM