To Whom It May Concern.

Welcome to ‘West of Centre’, a blog that encapsulates the essence of life in the Western Suburbs of Sydney.

I have called the Penrith area ‘home’ for the entire 21 years of my life. Anybody who shares such a pleasure/misery/indifference, would understand that during such time, we have become desensitised to an enormous range of miscellaneous sights, sounds, tastes and smells. From the typical ‘lad’ hanging out in the Plaza, to the ‘mysterious’ stench that resided in St Marys long enough to make the news. From the many shady Kebab shops scattered along High Street, to some of my most treasured cafes and restaurants hidden amongst the rough. The one thing that many ‘outsiders’ don’t understand, is Penrith is definitely not without its charm. The one thing it is not, is pretentious.

Every week I will touch on one of the many ‘unique’ everyday elements typical of the Western Suburbs, whether it be something I did, heard, saw, ate or photographed. One thing that you can be sure of, I will address the typical ‘riff’ stereotypes, either to support or contest them… or maybe even just show them in an interesting new light.

Claire