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Take your e-waste to the right place at Council’s free drop-off event

02 March 2026

Penrith City Council is inviting residents to recycle responsibly with a free Electronic Waste Drop-off Event on Saturday 7 March, from 9am to 3:30pm at The Kingsway Playing Fields car park, Werrington.

Mayoral Column – Continuing to advocate for Penrith

24 February 2026

It’s a fantastic time to be part of this City with Penrith’s transformation underway.

Review of Environmental Factors for Cook Park on public exhibition

23 February 2026

Penrith City Council has placed the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for the Cook Park upgrade on public exhibition.

Mayoral Column – Celebrating our vibrant multicultural community

18 February 2026

As we celebrate Penrith’s strong and growing multicultural community at our Culture Fusion event this weekend, I’m proud to be Mayor of a culturally rich and diverse City.

Northern section of great walk reopens

16 February 2026

Locals and visitors can once again enjoy walking the picturesque northern section of the Great River Walk in Penrith, following the completion of major repairs. The pathway between Weir Reserve and Cassola Place is now reopen to the public.

Mayoral Column – Transformation of St Marys starts now

11 February 2026

I am delighted to share that Penrith City Council and the community’s long-held vision for a more vibrant and connected St Marys is set to become a reality.

Make a difference: Apply to join a Council Committee

10 February 2026

Penrith residents are invited to apply for Penrith City Council’s Access Committee or Multicultural Working Party and help shape Council strategies, events and community initiatives with their expertise and experiences.

Contractor appointed to deliver St Marys Central Park project

10 February 2026

Penrith City Council has taken a significant step forward in the delivery of a new central park for St Marys, with the appointment of a construction contractor.

Mayoral Column – Innovative solutions save resources

04 February 2026

Penrith City Council is a proud leader in sustainability. We are continually looking for new ways to make positive changes for this City, our people and the environment.

Live life in colour at the 2026 Penrith Seniors Festival

03 February 2026

Penrith will once again celebrate senior residents with its annual Penrith Seniors Festival, running from Monday 2 March to Sunday 15 March 2026.

Mayoral Column – Road safety as school returns

28 January 2026

It’s that busy time for families in our City when school returns for the new year. With some students already back and others preparing for Term 1 to officially commence next week, I urge everyone in our community to be mindful of children and young people on local roads.

Mayoral Column – Australia Day events in the City

22 January 2026

Every year, this City comes together for Australia Day to celebrate our diversity and strong sense of community spirit.

Culture Fusion is back, bigger and better than ever!

20 January 2026

Council’s free and popular multicultural event, Culture Fusion, is back for a third year to celebrate Penrith’s diverse community.

Learn how to stay safe and cool in extreme heat at FREE workshop

19 January 2026

Penrith has just experienced another summer heatwave and Council is partnering with the Australian Red Cross to deliver a FREE ‘Extreme Heat Preparedness Workshop’, as part of Council’s annual ‘Beat the Heat’ campaign.

Great River Walk section reopens

19 January 2026

Penrith City Council has reopened a repaired section of the lower pathway along River Road, Emu Plains, restoring community access to part of the Great River Walk following flood damage in 2022.

Mayoral Column – Here’s to an exciting 2026

14 January 2026

Welcome to 2026. On behalf of Penrith City Council, I wish you all a happy new year and hope that everyone had a safe and relaxing festive period.

Celebrate Penrith's biggest pool party this Australia Day at Ripples!

07 January 2026

Ripples Aquatic and Leisure Centres at Penrith and St Marys are inviting the community to the biggest Australia Day pool party on Monday 26 January from 8am to 6pm! 

Penrith City Council uses world leading technology to save water

18 December 2025

Penrith City Council is the first Council in Australia to be part of a pioneering water stewardship project that uses leading technology to reduce water use.

North St Marys fire

17 December 2025

The NSW Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are still investigating the large chemical fire that occurred at Coopers Environmental Waste Recycling Pty Ltd (Coopers Environment), in North St Marys on 29 November.

Mayoral Column – Look out for one another this festive season

17 December 2025

What an incredible and transformative year we’ve had in Penrith.

Consultant appointed to design Penrith’s new indoor multi-sports arena

16 December 2025

Penrith City Council, in partnership with NSW Public Works, have awarded the design contract for Penrith’s next major sports and recreation facility.

Next stage of upgrade underway at Andromeda Drive Reserve

14 December 2025

Andromeda Drive Reserve in Cranebrook will soon have more car parking spaces, along with resurfaced and line marked sports courts as part of the second stage of an exciting upgrade.

Mayoral Column – Stay cool in summer

10 December 2025

Summer has certainly arrived. As we embrace these warm days, Council recognises the importance of having a happy, healthy City and wants to ensure that our community knows how to stay cool.

Christmas and New Year closures at Council and Libraries

08 December 2025

The opening times for the Penrith Civic Centre, St Marys Council Office and Penrith City Libraries’ three branches will be changing in December.

Mayoral Column – Community safety at the fore of 16 days campaign

03 December 2025

Penrith City Council is taking a stand against domestic violence – and I urge you all to be everyday heroes in our close community.

New kayak launch deck opens in Leonay

02 December 2025

Residents and visitors are invited to discover a new way to enjoy the Nepean River with the opening of a new kayak launch deck on River Road in Leonay, between Buring Avenue and Urbane Street.

Mayoral Column – Local government comes to Penrith

26 November 2025

Penrith was buzzing with activity earlier this week as the 2025 Local Government NSW Annual Conference came to our City for the first time.

Penrith Unites for 16 Days of Action: We Can All Be Heroes

26 November 2025

Penrith City Council is proud to announce it is again supporting the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, running from 25 November to 10 December.

Gipps Street wins national Community Facility of the Year Award

20 November 2025

The Gipps Street Recreation Precinct has taken out the Community Facility of the Year Award at the 2025 Parks and Leisure Australia National Awards of Excellence.

Discover Positively Adventurous Penrith with the Official Visitor Guide

20 November 2025

Penrith City Council is proud to announce the release of its Penrith Visitor Guide – the ultimate resource for exploring everything our vibrant, adventure-filled City has to offer.