From expos to fitness classes, seniors across the Macarthur region will be offered the chance to do it all in 2021 during April 13-24. In Campbelltown dozens of events will be activated during the seniors festival. Events are for people aged 60 and over, 50 and over for people living with a disability and 50 and over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Bookings are essential for all activities. The popular Café Connect program returns and includes a number of activities ranging from history talks, board games, music and art and crafts while connecting local seniors with important local… Read more »
Nourish, balance, renew, energise. Those four words have been at the core of the philosophy at the aptly named Alkalizer cafe since it opened its doors four years ago in the forecourt of the Campbelltown Council building in Queen Street. “Alkalizer has been blessed to be based in the multicultural and dynamic community of Campbelltown,’’ says Shefali Pall, the driving force behind this café with a difference. “Our team culture has been enriched with amazing food heritage of people from different cultures. “We have loved experimenting with cuisines, ingredients and techniques from Indonesia, Nepal, different regions of India and Pakistan… Read more »
iPlay is coming to Ed.Square town centre at Edmondson Park. The 1,600 sqm store will feature between 80 and 100 arcade games, including the latest releases and vintage classics, as well as a party room for functions such as birthdays and corporate events. It will also be the first iPlay centre in the Sydney metropolitan area to feature bowling lanes and its very own bar featuring cocktails and seating area, to be known as Jimmy’s Bar, pictured below. “Our arcades are for everyone, regardless of age,’’ says Nikki Elphinstone, the national operations manager of iPlay. “Whether you’re a little kid… Read more »
If you’d like to learn how to make this year’s festive season greener than ever than this sustainable Christmas workshop is for you. To be held on Saturday, November 30 at the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living (MCSL), you will learn about the Japanese art of gift wrapping, Furoshiki (picturedRead more »
“I still get a big grin when I think back to the moment I found out.” Elderslie resident Brett Gibson, who took out the new garden category in last year’s Camden Council’s annual garden competition, is still chuffed with his win almost 12 months later. Mr Gibson, who was alsoRead more »
Did you know that a wedding dress can be the single largest contributor to the huge carbon footprint of the average Australian wedding? The production of the fabric and the transportation have a big impact. So how do you have a unique dress, while still taking a responsible approach? OneRead more »
Campbelltown’s youngest councillor, Ben Gilholme, is a self confessed nerd and pop culture enthusiast. Last year he successfully got council backing for a Pokémon Go event to be part of Fisher’s Ghost festival. This year he pushed for an even bigger pop culture presence in the festival and his requestRead more »
An exhibition of works by Australian and New Zealand female artists with indigenous Fijian heritage will open in August at Campbelltown Arts Centre. A highlight will be the installation of a village meeting house to offer a welcoming space where Pasifika communities can gather, learn and share knowledge. Marama DinaRead more »
A science club for children and an art project that teaches people Aboriginal weaving techniques are among the local community projects vying for your vote in the Service NSW My Community Project fund. Up to $260,000 in each of the Campbelltown and Macquarie Fields state electorates is up for grabs.Read more »
If you run, or would like to start, your own book club, Narellan Library can help you out with Book Club Kits! The kits include 10 copies of a book, with the choice of fiction, non-fiction and biographies. There’s also a set of discussion questions to help your group getRead more »
The Kings of Country is a remarkable tribute to three of the biggest country music legends of all time. The show, which is returning to our shores this month direct from the USA, offers fans a unique opportunity to experience the music of three amazing artists in one night. PhilipRead more »
Lonnie Lee is a pioneer of Australian rockabilly music. At the peak of his career Lee, pictured above, had eight Top 100 singles, including three Top 20s with hits such as Starlight Star Bright, I Found a New Love and Aint It So. Over the years he has appeared onRead more »
Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour will be headed Camden way next month. It will be the seventh year in a row the crème de la crème of the festival will be performed in Camden. The Showcase will be at Camden Civic Centre on Thursday, June 6, from 7.30pm. Expertly curatedRead more »
With each step, members of the Aboriginal Yanma Walking Group are enjoying friendship and fresh air as they explore the beautiful bushland of the Macarthur region and Southern Highlands. About 20 members meet every Tuesday during school terms to trek scenic areas including Fitzroy Falls, Picton Botanical Gardens, Avon DamRead more »
Dress up as your favourite character, battle against other gamers or join a light saber class for this year’s Comic Book Day in Campbelltown next month. The event at the HJ Daley Library will offer prizes for the best cosplay costumes and feature geek pop singer Meri Amber and theRead more »
