On The Record: Gai Hawthorn

Western Weekender

Gai Hawthorn is the CEO of the Penrith CBD Corporation. She has a long history in Penrith - her Dad helped build the Leonay Golf Club - and has worked for major local organisations including Panthers and The Good Guys. Gai is also a passionate charity advocate, working closely with Penrith Community Kitchen, Penrith PCYC and the McGrath Foundation. She chats about her roles in Penrith, working with Roger Cowan and how much Penrith has changed over the years.