After almost 80 years, the show must go on

When the Campbelltown-Camden District Band was founded in 1946, shortly after World War II, rehearsals were held in the local Cordial Factory, with members sitting on empty drink crates. The first public performance by the band was at the Campbelltown …

Opposition leader offers hope on airport rail links, housing

We’re still 17 months away from the next state election, but you get the feeling opposition leader Mark Speakman would be ready for battle if it was called for this Saturday. It was obvious during an interview with the South …

Oil spill catalyst for action on Ambarvale duck pond

An oil spill in July was the catalyst that galvanised the local community to work together to tackle problems at the duck pond in Mandurama Reserve, Ambarvale. As part of the response, a social media page was created as a …

Councillors embrace annual Campbelltown Day celebration

While there was some pushback at last night’s council meeting to a proposal to establish an annual Campbelltown Day, most councillors gave it the green light. And when it was put to the vote just one councillor raised his hand …

It’s the Bincredible Hulk, our recycling mascot

Campbelltown’s recycling mascot officially has a name, the Bincredible Hulk, thanks to the creativity of a local primary school student. The winning entry by Savannah, who attends Minto Public School, was chosen from over 60 submissions in the name our …

Get the buzz about training and jobs pathways

Flagstaff Macarthur is inviting the community to Buzz Day, a free open day celebrating learning, skill building, and fun for people of all abilities. The event will be held next Wednesday, October 22, from 10.30am to 2pm at 48 Dunn …

Therese Fedeli back in the big chair as Camden Mayor

Therese Fedeli and Ashleigh Cagney reversed roles when Camden Council held a mayoral election at its monthly meeting last night. Councillor Therese Fedeli, who has been serving as deputy mayor to Councillor Ashleigh Cagney in the past 12 months, has …

New man at coaching helm for the Magpies

Meet Tyrone McCarthy, the man who will take the coaching reins at Western Suburbs Magpies for the 2026 NSW Cup season.  McCarthy, who has held roles throughout the South Sydney Rabbitohs and Warrington Wolves development ranks, brings ample experience as …

Libs: South West in the slow lane for attention from Minns

“This is one of the fastest growing regions in the country, yet it feels like the slow lane when it comes to government attention.’’ That’s not someone local saying it, but the shadow minister for South Western Sydney Mark Coure, …

Suspended student police officer charged over prohibited weapon

A student police officer has been charged after a prohibited weapon was seized from a home near Campbelltown. A number of registered firearms were seized along with ammunition and a firearm part by officers attached to Campbelltown Police Area Command …

Showcase of our business and community spirit at the Cube

Campbelltown chamber of commerce president Shefali Pall says tomorrow’s Macarthur Business Showcase is set to be bigger and better than the inaugural event last year. The showcase, which is open to the public for free, reflects the chamber’s mission to …

Small business forum focus on workers compensation

More than 100 small businesses from across the Macarthur region attended a recent forum offering them advice on how they can better navigate the workers compensation system. The forum, run by icare, provided practical advice, resources and insights all geared …

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