Learner driver in court after refusing to stop for police

A learner driver will face court today following a pursuit with police in Campbelltown last night. Officers attached to Campbelltown City Police Area Command were patrolling around Ingleburn about 11.50pm (Tuesday, May 14), when they attempted to stop a Ford …

Labor MPs welcome cost of living relief in Chalmers Budget

The two federal MPs who represent outer South Western Sydney say last night’s budget will bring cost of living relief for locals – and a future made in Australia. Anne Stanley (Werriwa) and Mike Freelander (Macarthur, both of whom are …

Work under way for 259 new homes at Appin Grove

Works have started this week on Appin’s newest neighbourhood, Appin Grove, which will provide 259 homes for young families. The demand for housing in Macarthur remains strong with lots in Appin Grove selling out just three months after development approval …

Benji, you’ve gotta keep the faith

It’s no surprise that the critics are lining up to crash tackle Benji Marshall’s coaching ability. And the hyperbole just gets more extreme from one hack to the next. “Hurtling to the bottom’’ was the verdict from the most recent …

Get the site right campaign goes into blitz mode

Builders and developers in the Campbelltown area are being urged to safeguard their construction materials from high wind and other strong weather events to prevent pollution of local waterways. The call is part of the 2024 Get the Site Right …

Winter – what is it good for – well, there’s the footy

After the two weeks of cold, wet and generally miserable weather we suffered through the question on everyone’s lips is, or ought to be: winter – what is it good for? Some will reply, just like the famous rock song: …

Copper from $1m theft haul recovered in Ingleburn, Campbelltown

The NSW Police Motor Unit have charged three contractors in South West Sydney with allegedly stealing and on selling over $1 million worth of copper, which is known to have come from stolen infrastructure. In February, detectives attached to State …

St Helens Park: third attack may be linked, say police

The NSW Criminal Groups Squad have taken over the investigation into the possible targeting of a home in St Helens Park. Squad Commander, Detective Acting Superintendent Glyn Baker, addressed the media earlier today. About 7.15pm on Wednesday, May 1, emergency …

Recognition for volunteer heroes who rescue animals

Volunteer heroes come in all shapes and sizes and in some cases it’s not always about helping fellow humans in distress. There are those among us who are just as heroic, but are dedicated to making the lives of domestic …

Campbelltown Council set to reject $2.5m Macarthur FC request

Campbelltown Council is set to decline a Macarthur FC request to extend a $2.5 million sponsorship agreement for another five years. The 2019 sponsorship support meant council was the new football club’s principal community partner, and helped fund initiatives such …

Rams back in winners circle after 4-2 romp at Lynwood Park

Six goals and a fantastic game of football in the National Premier Leagues Women’s NSW match of the round saw the Macarthur Rams overcome league leaders Manly United 4-2 on Sunday night. It was the perfect way for Stephen Peters …

A little bit of funding goes a long way for local sport clubs

The NSW local sport grant program may not offer huge amounts of money to those who apply every year. But for a lot of local sporting organisations new equipment, programs and facilities would be a pipedream without this program. Every …

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