As Ross Hutchison pulled back the paper covering his photo on the Harry's Cafe De Wheels van he asked "Who's that?"His granddaughter, who assisted him in lifting the covering off, exclaimed "Pa!"On Friday 26th April, Vintage FM were 'Live on Location' playing The Music You Grew Up With …
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Roadwork Begins in Penrith
FULL CLOSURE OF CASTLEREAGH ROAD AT PENRITH FOR UPGRADE WORK Motorists are advised of changed traffic conditions from this Wednesday on Mulgoa and Castlereagh roads at Penrith for road and bridge upgrade work to be carried out. This work is being carried out as part of the upgrade of Mulgoa …
Women Who Influenced Music
This International Women's Day, we take a look at 10 of the women who influenced the music scene over the years. (in no particular order) Bessie Smith - Empress of the Blues Bessie Smith sang raw, uncut country blues inspired by her life. Her voice, coupled with the ability to connect …
Western Sydney’s International Airport Named After Pioneer Aviator
Concept of what Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport could look like upon completion in 2026. It's been a controversial topic for many years but construction of the Western Sydney International Airport is going ahead at full steam - on track for completion in 2026 - and now …
On This Day in 1975: Colour Television Transmissions Begin in Australia
It was dubbed 'C-Day', March 1st, 1975. The day colour television transmissions began in Australia. On the stroke of midnight, colour appeared across television sets and revolutionised the TV viewing experience forever. Rewind to 1954, when colour television was introduced in the United States. …
‘Kissing Sailor’ Dies Age 95
George Mendonsa, the sailor pictured in the famous photograph kissing a woman in Times Square has died just two days before his 96th birthday. Photo: Alfred Eisenstaedt George Mendonsa, the sailor pictured in the famous photograph kissing a woman in Times Square amid celebrations of the end of …
Mr Squiggle Turns 60 – Limited Edition Coins Released
The Royal Australian Mint, in conjunction with Woolworths have released commemorative Mr Squiggle coins in celebration of the character's 60th birthday. Yes, Mr Squiggle really is 60 this year! The much loved children's TV show began airing in 1959 and entertained generations of Children right …
Western Sydney’s First Career Expo For Mature Workers Coming To Penrith
Vintage FM is proud to support the Career Check-Up Expo for Mature Workers. Pictured: Stuart Ayres MP, Tanya Davies MP, Wayne Willmington of Vintage FM, President of Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce Simon Gould & IRT Foundation Manager Toby Dawson. Minister for Ageing and Member for Mulgoa …
