Category Archives: Outer Western Sydney News
Western Sydney Airport Authority to be based in Penrith
The Western City and Aerotropolis Authority (WCAA), the body tasked with planning and delivering the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, will be based in Penrith. The establishment of the organisation in Penrith is a huge win for the area, expected to benefit local businesses and residents. According to a statement from Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce President […]
Half a billion dollar boost for Western Sydney roads
Western Sydney motorists are set to benefit from a $480 million investment from the State Government on major upgrades to Mamre and Mulgoa roads. In a bid to improve safety and reduce travel times, $220 million will go towards upgrading a 3.8-kilometre section of Mamre Road, between the M4 Motorway and Erskine Park Road, to […]
Funding boost to deliver new wharf precinct for Penrith
The Penrith community will soon benefit from a $10 million State Government funding boost to redevelop the old boat ramp at Tench Reserve into a new wharf precinct. Penrith Council have been discussing the improvements with the local community since back in 2013, with the development being one of the key elements of the Our […]
More train services slated for western Sydney
The NSW state government is set to overhaul Sydney’s controversial train timetables again, with new services to be added to and from Penrith. According to 9News, extra trains will be added on the T1 Western Line from Penrith to the Sydney CBD to accommodate weekday peak hour commuters and those who use the trains on the weekends. It has been reported that Premier […]
Search for Western Sydney Airport designer underway
Western Sydney Airport has put the call out to architects to pitch their designs for its new terminal building, and local design students will have a chance to get involved. The airport is looking for interest from firms with experience designing a comparable airport in the past five years. Those competing for the design will […]
Proposed boundary changes for Llandilo, Jordan Springs & St Marys
Local residents are being asked to provide their input on proposed changes to the suburb boundaries of Llandilo, Jordan Springs and St Marys in the Penrith Local Government Area. The Geographical Names Board has proposed changes that will see the area known as ‘Central Precinct’ and adjoining open space become part of the suburb of […]
Property owners reminded to phone up before filling in
Thinking about cutting or filling your block of land? Then make sure you get permission from council first! The Penrith City Council has sent out a reminder to local property owners to phone the council before filling any areas of their property if they want to avoid facing hefty fines and clean up fees. According […]
Tips to beat the heat in outer western Sydney
From waterparks to ice cold shopping centres, people from all over Sydney will be looking for things to do this summer to help them escape the scorching hot temperatures. Luckily a lot of people are still on holidays, so it’s a great time to head out and discover some of outer western Sydney’s cooler destinations. […]
Time is running out to nominate Blacktown citizen of the year
Australia Day 2019 is edging closer and those who live in the Blacktown local government area are being urged to nominate outstanding citizens and groups for the council’s Australia Day Awards. The annual award event provides a rare opportunity for the community to honour and thank those who have helped shape and change the region […]
Where are outer western Sydney’s best Christmas lights?
Christmas light hunting is a fun pastime for many families at this time of year as everyone searches for the brightest houses in their neighbourhoods. Searching around each street looking for the best displays can be exciting, after all you never know what you might find around each corner, but if you want to know […]
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