Ten Amazing Years!

The Jordan Springs Gazette reached a significant milestone recently, celebrating the 10th Anniversary since it was first published.

The very first edition was delivered into letterboxes in July 2013. The front page would feature a young couple who were building their first home in Jordan Springs. Starting their lives together, their story would begin with a marriage proposal and a candle-lit dinner surrounded by the framework of their home.

Fast forward to 2023 and what a ride it’s been. We have been there every single month over the past decade, watching the community grow with you. Looking back is like a giant book of photos and memories. So, what are some of the important events we’ve covered?

The majestic dragon boat paddling by Pendragons Boat Club in the Village Centre Lake, Northern Road Upgrade, welcoming the 1,000th homeowner, Jordan Springs’ The Healthy Body Company winning a Penrith City Local Business Award, opening of Wianamatta Regional Park, The Village Oval, Livvi’s Place, Jordan Springs Community Hub, Jordan Springs Public School, Brooks Tavern, formation of Jordan Springs Netball Club, Jordan Springs Cricket Club and Jordan Springs Joeys FC, Jordan Springs East and expanding our distribution to Ropes Crossing.

We have brought you stories of some of the extraordinary people that call our community home. Often, unsung heroes who don’t realise just how inspirational they are.

Our team has featured the pandemic, floods, and fires. Moments in time that would change many of our lives.

Thank you to all of our advertisers over the past 10 years and beyond. It is thanks to their support that we are able to bring ‘your community news’ to you each and every month.

To our loyal readers, longstanding advertisers and many contributors - thank you each and every one of you for being a part of the Jordan Springs Gazette family. Here’s to many more years together.

r Feature Article [Cover] The very first issue in 2013 [Above] A selection of Jordan Springs Gazette covers, spanning across the past ten amazing years | Images: District Gazette

A fresh start for the much-loved St Marys Community Centre

The new and improved St Marys Community Centre has been unveiled and is ready for the community to enjoy following the completion of extensive upgrades. Community groups and visitors will benefit from the revamped premises which includes a new commercial grade kitchen, updated function and activity space, new flooring, new office and meeting spaces, and improved accessibility, including an adult change facility.

Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen commented on the importance of community facilities as a shared space for social groups, local not-for-profit organisations, cultural gatherings and events.

“The completion of St Marys Community Centre is an important milestone for our community. The upgrades have made the centre a welcoming space for everyone in our community,” Cr Hitchen said.

“The accessibility of this centre is of a high standard and the inclusion of an Adult Change Table will allow more people in our community to enjoy the facilities.

“St Marys Community Centre is the final community centre completed in the Penrith Community Hall Network Upgrades project, following the improved facilities at Arthur Neave Memorial Hall in Werrington and Floribunda Community Centre in Glenmore Park in 2022. These enhancements will support community groups to continue doing their important work in our community.”

The upgrades at St Marys Community Centre have been made possible with $1.9 million from the Australian Government and $2.76 million in funding from Penrith City Council as part of its ongoing building renewal program.

For more information or to make a booking, visit penrith.city/halls or call Council on 4732 8021.