Get to know your council candidates by September 14

On Saturday, September 14, we will be heading to a polling booth to vote in new councils in outer South Western Sydney as part of the 2024 NSW local government elections. That’s a fair way off, six months give or …

Ramadan on Q returns to Campbelltown CBD twice as big in ’24

Experience the Middle Eastern culture, flavours and sounds of Ramadan when Ramadan on Q returns to the Campbelltown CBD later this month. Between 6pm and 11.30pm, Friday and Saturday, March 22-23, Lithgow Street will be filled with a wide variety …

Fillies gain new path to John Gibson NSW Oaks qualification

The John Gibson NSW Oaks is one of the richest events for fillies on the NSW harness racing calendar. And now Club Menangle is introducing a new path for fillies hoping to mount a challenge for the Group One $200,000 …

An 84 year old pedestrian is hit by a car in Picton

Police are appealing for witness and dashcam footage after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Picton and had to be taken to hospital. The incident took place about 6.20am last Friday morning. Emergency services were called to the …

Warby Street apartment block sets trend for social housing

A newly completed apartment complex in the Campbelltown town centre is seen as the way of the future for social and affordable housing in Sydney and NSW. NSW Premier Chris Minns joined Campbelltown Mayor George Greiss and local MP Greg …

Macarthur FC make a statement, and so does the Bullpen

It’s never a dull moment when Macarthur FC are playing at home and last night’s 2-0 win over Melbourne City was no different. The match itself – the 100th in the A-League for the Bulls – was a pulsating, end …

Club for fun and friendship celebrates tenth anniversary

Camden mayor Ashleigh Cagney joined Oran Park Probus members when they celebrated the club’s  tenth anniversary yesterday. Cr Cagney congratulated the club on its milestone and paid particular tribute to members who had gone the extra yard and served in …

Minister visits Ingleburn RSL armed with good news for veterans

Members of the Ingleburn RSL sub-branch came out in force this morning when veterans’ affairs minister Matt Keogh arrived bearing good news for veterans in South Western Sydney. Mr Keogh noted the large attendance, putting it down to support for …

Wollondilly Council to cut red tape for local farmers

Wollondilly Shire Council says it wants to make it easier for locals to undertake farming activities on their properties. It has introduced fast-tracked planning approval pathways. At its February meeting, council voted to progress this process and will now send …

Second man charged over Campbelltown stabbing murder

A second man has now been charged with murder over the stabbing death of a man in Campbelltown 15 months ago. Police say that about 3.00pm yesterday (Thursday 29 February 2024), detectives attended a correctional facility on the Mid North …

Camden baseball star on the rise wins academy honour

Adam Bates is just 18, but the Camden superstar is living his dream, having signed a multi-year deal with USA Major Baseball League club, Boston Red Sox. And that’s why he couldn’t accept in person the latest award back home: …

It’s harness racing fever at Club Menangle

The Sky Racing Carnival of Miracles, Australia’s premier harness racing event, returns this Saturday at Club Menangle. Cordina Chicken Farms Chariots of Fire will be first cab off the rank for two weeks of high stakes racing and vibrant festivities. …