Who are the indigenous people of Penrith?

Who are the indigenous people of Penrith?

Islander People The original inhabitants of the Penrith area are the Darug Nation. Those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people represented 3.1% of the Penrith area population at 5,388 in 2011.

Which LGA is Penrith in?

Penrith is in the local government area of ‘Penrith’. The ‘Penrith’ local government area is classified as a ‘City’. The Penrith local government area includes around 21 cities, towns, villages and localities including Wallacia (pop….Local government area for Penrith, NSW.

Name Distance (km)
Agnes Banks 16.2 km

Is Penrith a good suburb?

The suburb is nice and open. Not cramped and overflowing, yet it is a decent sized commercial hub. The traffic does build up in the peak hour but otherwise it’s a breeze to drive here. Speaking of commercial activity, Penrith is VERY well serviced.

Is Penrith a poor area?

Also in the west lies the Penrith government area. According to Microburbs Penrith, which is also west of Sydney has above-average crime rates for domestic violence, drug offences, home break and enters and motor vehicle thefts.

What is the Aboriginal name for Penrith?

The Darug Aboriginal People The name “Darug” comes from the Aboriginal word for “yam”, which was an important part of the Aboriginal diet. Aboriginal women harvested and prepared the yams which grew along the Nepean River.

What LGA is Castle Hill NSW?

Hornsby Shire The Hills Shire
Castle Hill, New South Wales

Castle Hill Greater Western Sydney, New South Wales
Location 30.1 km (19 mi) north-west of Sydney CBD
LGA(s) Hornsby Shire The Hills Shire
State electorate(s) Baulkham Hills Castle Hill
Federal Division(s) Mitchell

How big is Penrith NSW?

12.33 km²
Penrith/Area

Who are the non profit organisations in Penrith?

Nepean Community & Neighbourhood Services is a community-based, non-profit organisation in the Penrith area. We work with young people, kids, families, Aboriginal people, mums and dads,…

Who are the community connectors in Penrith Australia?

SydWest Multicultural Services is implementing the National Community Connectors Program across Penrith respectively. The NCCP supports individuals from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Backgrounds understand and…

What does Penrith City Council do for the community?

We’re involved in community engagement, social planning, grants programs, place-making and community events and initiatives. Penrith has a proud community spirit and loves to celebrate its people and strengths.

Who are Rotary Club members in Penrith Australia?

Rotary club members are volunteers who… Nepean Community & Neighbourhood Services is a community-based, non-profit organisation in the Penrith area. We work with young people, kids, families, Aboriginal people, mums and dads,…

Who are the indigenous people of Penrith? Islander People The original inhabitants of the Penrith area are the Darug Nation. Those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people represented 3.1% of the Penrith area population at 5,388 in 2011. Which LGA is Penrith in? Penrith is in the local government area of ‘Penrith’.…