Penrith Beach first season attracts 210,000 visitors

Penrith Beach is ending its first season having attracted more than 210,000 visits since opening on 19th December 2023.

Western Sydney families enjoyed the sandy shores of Penrith Beach this summer with the beach having provided much-needed relief to the community as the temperature frequently soared towards 40 degrees.

The overwhelming response from locals resulted in the extension of the season for an additional three weeks until ANZAC Day.

Figures show residents from the Penrith and Blacktown LGAs were the most frequent visitors to the site now famously dubbed as ‘Pondi’.

This hasn’t just provided access to a swimming spot in the heart of Western Sydney but has also acted as a cost free activity for so many families throughout summer.

The NSW Government is now considering future options for Penrith Beach following the conclusion of this trial period with NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully noting “the trial represents the importance of every community having access to safe and fun places to swim, and I’m keen to explore future options for Pondi’s potential return.”