Liverpool Council blames ‘massive’ backlog of DAs for slow ranking

Liverpool Council has worked hard to clear a massive backlog of development approvals, reducing the number waiting for approval by 70 percent over the last two years, says acting CEO, Jason Breton. He was responding to criticism Liverpool Council was …

Walker Corp Macarthur Business Park to bring 10,000 local jobs

Walker Corporation have revealed plans for a major new employment hub in the Macarthur region, a 400 hectare business and innovation park set to be the largest in Greater Sydney. The new $1.9 billion Macarthur Business Park will create job …

Injuries force Benji’s hand – more changes for Souths clash

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has made a handful of changes to his squad for Saturday’s Round 20 match against the Rabbitohs in Gosford. On top of that there is still some uncertainty surrounding the fitness of skipper Api Koroisau. …

Reimagining Campbelltown rekindled in national housing push

Reimagining Campbelltown – a very expensive visionary master plan to guide the transformation of the town centre into a hustling, bustling urban hub – may yet serve its purpose. After gathering dust since it was adopted by Campbelltown Council during …

Housing shortages: Hagarty takes aim at laggard Liverpool Council

The Member for Leppington, Nathan Hagarty, has taken aim at Liverpool Council for being too slow to approve development applications in the middle of a housing crisis. The NSW Government have this week released a “league table,” exposing councils that …

Man in court over alleged choking of woman in Spring Farm

A man was due to appear in Campbelltown court today after he was charged with multiple domestic violence offences, including the alleged choking of a woman on two occasions. Officers attached to Camden Police Area Command were called to a …

Appeal to find missing Casula teenager, 15

Police are also appealing for public assistance to locate this teenager reported missing from the South West Sydney area. Travel Varu, aged 15, was last seen on Tucker Road, Casula, on Monday, June 24. When he could not be located …

Pre-pregnancy planning is vital if you have diabetes

With the right planning and preparation, women with diabetes can “absolutely” have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. This positive message from Rachel Hicks (pictured above), comes as National Diabetes Week, (July 14-21), focuses on improving access to the …

Major projects, upgrades to current facilities in council budget

Upgrades to local parks, community facilities and infrastructure improvements alongside major projects are part of a $270 million Campbelltown Council for the next 12 months. Mayor George Greiss says council’s delivery program and operational plan will fund an expansive program …

Camden Rams on top in local derby thriller

Camden Rams rugby club have confirmed their revival is well and truly under way after defeating neighbours Campbelltown Harlequins in a local derby thriller, reports ANDREW CHOICE: In the 2024 season return bout of the local derby, Camden squeezed out …

More medal chances as second local equestrian heads to Paris

A second equestrian from the outer South Western Sydney region has qualified to compete in the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. It is Hilary Scott, an equestrian jumper who has lived at the Wollondilly Shire village of The Oaks for …

Macarthur Alliance award: Mayor Greiss adds to growing legacy

Last week, retiring mayor of Campbelltown George Greiss added to his considerable legacy by announcing council would host pre-election forums for candidates. On Tuesday night he revealed a prestigious new award – the Shield of Macarthur – would honour individuals …