Penrith City Council

Council is a proud sponsor of today's UDIA NSW Annual State Conference. It's a wonderful opportunity to share our vision for St Marys to the more than 300 developers and professionals present. Developing St Marys into a thriving destination has been a long-held aspiration for Council, local businesses and the community. The Draft St Marys Town Centre Master Plan will soon be on public exhibition, and Council staff are on hand to discuss it and other exciting Council initiatives at the conference exhibition hall. #udianswstateconference #positivelypenrith #stmarys #cityshaping

Penrith Council is working hard to deliver on the community’s vision for St Marys Town Centre. We’re preparing St Marys for the arrival of the new metro line, which will open opportunities for more homes, jobs and infrastructure. You can have your say on some exciting plans and projects, from 4 November, when the Draft St Marys Town Centre Master Plan goes on public exhibition. Read the plan and make sure you tell us what you think! To find out more, go to: https://lnkd.in/gTXUAdXs

Newly re-elected Mayor of Penrith Todd Carney last night shared his vision for this term. He is focused on embracing the opportunities of transformation in Penrith and supporting the community through change. St Marys Town Centre remains a key priority, with the Sydney Metro rail connecting to the new Western Sydney International airport in just two years. Public exhibition of the Draft St Marys Town Centre Master Plan and engagement on the central park concept design will kick off on 4 November. Cr Carney will continue to focus on advocating for investment in infrastructure and natural assets. He’s also very committed to working closely with others across Government, and representing Penrith as a champion for Western Sydney.

With an international airport soon operating down the road, the export potential for businesses in Penrith is growing. Businesses can increase their export-readiness by attending the FREE Export Capability Building Workshop brought to you by Investment NSW, Penrith City Council, Bradfield Development Authority and Australian Industry Group (Ai Group). Held in Penrith on Wednesday 13 November 9:30am - 12:30pm, this event is perfect for NSW businesses with products and services for export, whether aspiring, new, or existing exporters. To find out more and to secure your ticket, visit: https://brnw.ch/21wNWQ0

Penrith City Council has welcomed the start of construction on Mamre Road – an upgrade that is set to enhance job opportunities and safety. The first stage of works on a 3.8 kilometre stretch of Mamre Road between the M4 Motorway, St Clair and Erskine Park Road, Erskine Park will see the road upgraded to a four lane divided road with a wide central median, and capacity to further expand in the future as needed. Penrith Mayor Todd Carney welcomed the upgrade saying Penrith City Council’s advocacy for improved infrastructure and safer roads is being realised. “I am immensely pleased that our advocacy has led to this point where we are seeing the road upgraded," said "Mamre Road is more than just a connection between the M4 and Elizabeth Drive; it represents a critical transport corridor serving new employment areas of industrial and logistics businesses with access to the Western Sydney Airport. “Looking ahead, we are eager for the commencement of Stage 2 and the total completion of Mamre Road extending all the way to Elizabeth Drive. “This extended infrastructure will further cement a commitment to building better infrastructure and safer roads for everyone,” Cr Carney said. The community is urged to be patient while construction is carried out. The successful completion of Mamre Road Stage 1 will bring long-term benefits and improved connectivity for all.

Penrith City Council is thrilled to bring home the Resource Recovery Award received yesterday at the Keep Australia Beautiful Sustainable Cities Awards. Awarded for the ‘We give a FUD – FOGO in Multi Unit Dwellings Rollout’ project, the recognition reinforces Penrith’s leadership in resource recovery and responsible waste management, something the whole community should be proud of. Encouraged by the community’s desire for resource recovery and the NSW Government’s 2030 Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) mandate, Penrith City Council introduced the FOGO service to Multi Unit Dwellings (MUDs) in June 2023. As of October 2024, the service has been rolled out to 7,920 households living in MUDs with over 150 tonnes of FOGO material diverted from landfill for composting. We’re on track to complete the rollout by early 2025, positioning Penrith as one of the first NSW Councils to offer separate collection of food and garden organics to all households in their LGA.

Last week Council welcomed representatives from New Zealand's Palmerston North City Council and Manawatū District Council to Penrith for the first time. Joined by representatives from KiwiRail, Central Economic Development Agency (CEDA), Palmerston North Airport Ltd., Accelerate 35, and CentrePort Ltd, the delegation were keen to know more about the transport infrastructure improvements that are shaping our City's future growth. Delegates took advantage of Penrith's location within one of Australia's fastest growing regions by visiting nearby Western Sydney International Airport and the major freight and logistics hub at Oakdale West. Delegates were also able to hear about the transformative projects underway within the area including St Marys.

Penrith Councillor Todd Carney has been elected unopposed as Mayor of the City for a second consecutive term at tonight’s Ordinary Meeting of Council, with Councillor Ross Fowler OAM elected as Deputy Mayor. Cr Carney will serve as Mayor for the next two years, with Deputy Mayor Cr Fowler OAM elected for a one-year term.

It’s always fantastic to see Penrith's mighty Panthers make the NRL Grand Final, especially for the fifth consecutive year. What an incredible feat - the Penrith community will be cheering you on. We're so proud of our team and proud of our city! It's our nature to be ambitious, and our sports people, teams and world class facilities reflect Penrith's leadership in sport. Our achievements and aspirations extend far beyond the sporting field, as we transform into a world-class city full of opportunity, with a beautiful natural environment, and a wonderfully rich and welcoming community. It’s all happening in Penrith. So whether you're looking for a place to live, work, or play (or who will win on Sunday) - the answer is Positively Penrith.

It's been a big week for Western Sydney International Airport, with the first test flight taking place and major announcements for cargo operations. Being in close proximity to a brand new 24hr Cargo Precinct, with fantastic connections via road and rail, will help Penrith businesses realise their export opportunities. If you want to know more about potential exporting to the ASEAN region, please join us for the ASEAN Market Update in Penrith on October 9. Follow the link to register. https://lnkd.in/gFR-rEh5