A family photo taken during Jim’s term as Mayor of Penrith in 2008/09. James, Elizabeth, Marlene and wife Pam
Humble origins as a family butcher in Penrith. Pictured with his first employer and mentor Hal Morris (left)
Planting trees with friends to support recognition of Brain Injury Awareness
Jim Aitken with then Prime Minister John Howard
Jim Aitken with then Leader of the NSW Opposition John Brogden
Honouring former NSW Police Commissioner Tony Lauer
Renowned ultra-marathon runner Pat Farmer
At peace in his ‘desert’
Jim Aitken helping people with disabilities
Jim Aitken has given a lifetime of service to Penrith, NSW, and the greater community.
Jim’s family moved to Penrith from the small central west NSW village of Bogan Gate (west of Parkes) in 1959.
A butcher by trade in his youth, he has enjoyed many other business and vocational successes – fireman, taxi proprietor/driver, garbologist and property developer.
More recently, real estate entrepreneur and casual dining/gift shop operator, with interests in the printing and graphic arts industry.
Jim, his wife Pam and family are all involved in the business, social and church life of the Penrith community. He has 15 years, experience on Penrith City Council (Mayor in 2008/09) and 19 years with Penrith Valley Rotary Club. He has been involved in progress and welfare organisations and many projects to assist children with disabilities.
His business success is well documented throughout the Penrith area. With more than 200 staff servicing his various commercial interests, he is one of the largest private sector employers in the area.