Penrith, NSW
City in New South Wales
Australia
Penrith, NSW makes asbestos register data more accessible to workers with QR code signs
The city sought a digitized alternative to the paper-based asbestos register used across 340 council buildings. A QR code sign in each building provides immediate access to the types and locations of identified or potential asbestos. Council teams can immediately update information and produce reports on code access per location from a single resource. This system complies with state workplace safety laws and protects workers from asbestos exposure.
Penrith, NSW
Australia
Penrith, NSW completes a first-in-Australia recycled road project using single-use coffee cups
City officials worked with State Asphalts NSW on incorporating locally gathered cups for two roadway projects. The company's PAK- PAVE process combined 136,000 cups gathered by the Simply Cups initiative with 1.2 million glass bottles and other materials. Repaving projects on Jamison Road and Swallow Drive covered 740 meters with more than 50% of the new surface made from recycled materials. This initiative reduced carbon emissions from construction while improving road durability.
Penrith, NSW
Australia
Penrith, NSW assists residents facing food poverty during COVID-19 with Hamper Hub
Council leaders opened the hub in September 2021 to address community concerns about dietary challenges in lockdown. Leisure center staffers were allocated to the project as their primary roles were put on hold by COVID-19. Residents in need of non-perishable food book contactless pickups at the Hamper Hub three days a week. Hampers are stocked with canned produce, beans, and other items donated by local partners and individuals.
Penrith, NSW
Australia
Penrith, NSW adapts The Village Cafe program for community relief during COVID-19
The Village Cafe is a monthly event in three suburbs that connects residents over coffee. This pop-up program allows participants to speak with council partners like Community Junction and LikeMind. Penrith converted the rotating cafes into outlets for relief during the pandemic with free flu shots and food aid. Council teams and partner organizations also evaluated local needs through conversations with cafe patrons.
Penrith, NSW
Australia
Penrith, NSW crafts Green Grid and Employment Lands strategies with community feedback
Penrith's Employment Lands Strategy defines how industrial and commercial lands are developed through 2036. The draft Green Grid Strategy connects residents throughout the city to trails, waterways, and tree-covered spaces. Council staffers are holding drop-in events at public locations through July 2021 to discuss the placemaking plans. Online surveys ask respondents for their thoughts on economic development and sustinability along with new ideas.
Penrith, NSW
Australia
Penrith, NSW promotes recyclable product use with Supporting Sustainable Choices Scheme
Penrith residents can apply for rebates up to 50% of the cost of recyclable diapers, sanitary pads, and other products. Applicants submit online forms with receipts and proofs of residence to receive their rebates. The council funded the six-month program at $20,000 AUD with a $100 AUD rebate cap per household. The Supporting Sustainable Choices Scheme starts families toward eco-friendly practices while reducing landfill waste.
Penrith, NSW
Australia
Penrith, NSW collaborates with manufacturers to produce smart waste collection truck
The new truck uses a steerable rear axle for reduced turn radius and easier mobility on city streets. A smaller frame and more efficient engine help the vehicle easily meet Australian emission standards. This vehicle features Pedestrian Detection under 50 kilometers per hour along with an audible Lane Guard alert. Penrith Waste Services worked with Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Stillwell Trucks, and SUEZ to create this first-of-its-kind vehicle in Australia.
Penrith, NSW
Australia