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Concern over rising oral cancer cases
Last year, hundreds of Australians were diagnosed with oral cancer. This Oral Cancer Awareness Month, experts are on a mission to see this change.
Penrith Hoyts expansion gets green light
Long slated plans to improve the Penrith cinema experience are finally progressing after being held up by a desire to protect a number of trees.
Man fined, banned from dog ownership after RSPCA takes action
A 40-year-old man has pleaded guilty to failing to provide veterinary treatment to his four Staffordshire Terrier dogs, after they were found to be in extremely poor body condition and suffering from internal parasites.
Reports Bondi killer visited Westfield Penrith in lead-up to attack
Police have confirmed they're investigating whether Bondi Junction killer Joel Cauchi visited Westfield centres in Penrith and Parramatta in the weeks leading up to last weekend's attacks.
Police probe break and enter at Cranebrook shops
Police are continuing to investigate a break and enter at a Cranebrook shopping centre this morning.
Score a free sandwich at Percy Plunkett this Wednesday
Popular Penrith café Percy Plunkett is offering free sandwiches to launch its new takeaway window.
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Broadcaster takes a shot at May, the latest on an ANZAC jersey at the Panthers and Sunia Turuva visits rival clubs.
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Masked Panther: Vossy takes on Taylan
Broadcaster takes a shot at May, the latest on an ANZAC jersey at the Panthers and Sunia Turuva visits rival clubs.
Panthers shock: James Fisher-Harris to depart at season’s end
James Fisher-Harris has dramatically quit the Penrith Panthers.
Lang on League: Sunia Turuva’s life-changing decision
Sunia Turuva's decision on his future is a real sliding doors moment, says Peter Lang.
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So much to see and do in the nation’s capital
Cassidy Pearce ventures to Canberra, discovering there's plenty more to the nation's capital than you think.
World Club Challenge: 10 fun facts about Wigan, England
The Panthers have been in the UK this week, preparing for their showdown against reigning Super League Champions, the Wigan Warriors, on Sunday morning.
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Hotel TOTTO makes a splash in Wollongong
Reporter Ellie Busby heads to Wollongong, where she discovers Hotel TOTTO - a newcomer delivering the perfect weekend away.
Leura’s Fairmont Resort has still got it
The Fairmont Resort offers plenty of activities for kids, great restaurants and a superb location to access the fun of the Blue Mountains.
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In The Spotlight: Western Sydney Parklands
Get back on track and explore over 70km of tracks and trails on foot or on a bike in Western Sydney Parklands, Sydney’s biggest backyard!
A warm and caring community at St Hedwig
St Hedwig Retirement Village is now open and welcoming its newest residents into the recently completed development on Reservoir Road, Blacktown.
There’s something for everyone at Rashays
Over the last eight years of operation, Rashays has built up its reputation as a family favourite in the Penrith area.
Stratco prepares for its biggest move
Stratco is moving to an iconic location in Jamisontown.
Australia’s Billionaire Boom 2024: Meet the Newest Titans of Wealth
In 2024, Australia has become home to an increasingly affluent elite with a record-breaking 159 billionaires.
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