International Women's Day in Penrith

Penrith City Council hosted an International Women’s Day (IWD) breakfast and Forum at the Civic Centre last week to discuss contemporary issues particular to women.
Penrith City Mayor Kevin Crameri OAM said IWD is an important occasion to celebrate the achievements and gains made by women in Australia and around the world.
“Penrith City Council was pleased to have Eva Cox AO and Cr Karen McKeown as keynote speakers,” Councillor Crameri said.
“Councillor McKeown is a strong advocate for women in Penrith City and in local Government. She has just been re-elected as president of the Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) and is the 2010 Year of Women in Local Government NSW Ambassador.
“Eva Cox AO is a prominent academic, with a long history as a social commentator and advocate of women’s rights.
Councillor Karen McKeown said: “The day was a time to focus on the historical and contemporary struggle for women’s political and social rights, for reviewing the progress that women have made, and as a day of celebration."

Active Penrith month 2009

Active Penrith will get you active and enjoying taking part in physical activity, no matter what your ability.
Currently only half of the NSW population meets the recommended level of at least 30 minutes of physical activity on most days of the week”
Premier Council for Active Living NSW (PCAL)
Being active in every day life has social and environmental benefits for communities as well as individuals. Active communities are more likely to have greater community cohesion and participation.
All initiatives under Active Penrith focus on creating pathways for development, links and opportunities for people to access sports clubs and use their local leisure facilities. Sessions will be delivered by qualified and accredited coaches.
As part of the Active Penrith month a new blog and recreation page has been launched.
Check out: www.penrithcityrecreation.blogspot.com
A healthier lifestyle comes naturally with eating well and being physically ACTIVE!