ON LOCATION PENRITH, NSW

Located on the Nepean River at the foot of the Blue Mountains is city of Penrith. In Greater Western Sydney and just an hour from Sydney’s CBD, Penrith is home to a population of more than 200,000 in its CBD and outlying areas and offers a diverse, exciting and active lifestyle.

The Nepean River forms the western boundary, with the Blue Mountains framing the skyline to the west of the city.

Locals make the most of what’s on offer in Penrith, with plenty of retail centres, eateries and business within the city boundary, and excellent public transport through to Sydney’s CBD. This is perfectly balanced with many open green spaces, quality sporting and recreation facilities and numerous vibrant local community events. Penrith is also home to the NRL premiership winning Penrith Panthers.

Rich in culture, arts and adventure, this diverse and lively city is the perfect playground for those seeking a fun-filled lifestyle, whether it’s paddling the Nepean River, exploring the reserves or making the most of the eclectic scene that Penrith offers.

SNAPSHOT

POST CODE 2750 (PENRITH CBD)*

Population 13.3K

Renters 57%

Owner occupiers 43%

Median house $816K

Median unit $502K

Experiences

A great way to start the day is by enjoying a walk or ride along the Nepean River. Enjoy the full loop on both sides of the riverbanks, or simply enjoy a small section of the trail.

Keen for an adrenaline rush? Penrith has plenty to offer including Cables Wake Park, iFLY Indoor Sky Diving and Penrith Whitewater Stadium, or slow it down slightly by having a hit at the Aqua Golf Park. Arts, culture and heritage are rich in Penrith’s identity and the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith Regional Gallery and the Arms of Australia Inn Museum are well worth a visit to explore the culture, the history and the beauty of the region.

Make sure to fuel up at one or more of Penrith’s excellent dining locales. There are many multicultural cuisines on offer throughout the city, whether it’s Middle Eastern, Mediterranean or Asian cuisine that takes your fancy.

After all that exploring and adventuring, kick back and enjoy a twilight cruise on the Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler. Dinner, drinks and sunset sights… the perfect way to end any day.