Learn new skills at Flagstaff workshop in Smeaton Grange

Are you a young person with a disability looking for an exciting school-to-work pathway? If you answered “yes’’, the Flagstaff winter school holidays workshop in Macarthur next week could be just what you’re looking for. The workshop is open to …

Harlequins: business support vital for community sport clubs

This year has seen senior participation numbers double at the Campbelltown Harlequins rugby union club. The increases are for both men’s and women’s, as well in junior participation levels. The club also provides pathways for players to both Illawarra and …

Council elections: Campbelltown to hold candidates forums

Having announced his retirement from politics, the Mayor of Campbelltown, George Greiss, will not be a candidate at the council elections on September 14. But he will leave his mark on the election by announcing he wants council to sponsor …

Little bit of joy for Kangaroos after grounding the Jets

Campbelltown City Kangaroos, who have not had much joy this year, came out on top when they tackled fellow Macarthur Conference rugby league battlers Narellan Jets on the weekend. The Kangaroos played out a hard fought 20-12 victory over on …

Built almost 100 years ago, old scout hall could soon be history

This humble weatherboard building in Moore Street, in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, was built almost 100 years ago in 1930. Bu unless it is heritage listed in a hurry, the old Liverpool Scout Hall will soon be history …

Kearns writer’s new play Karim to hit stage on July 25

James Elazzi is an acclaimed playwright who has been nominated for the NSW Premier’s Literary Award three times. He also lives in Campbelltown – and Kearns to be exact. His previous works have included Lady Tabouli, Queen Fatima and Son …

New fire station to roll into service for South West Sydney

A new, modern fire station is about to roll into service for the South West Sydney region. Located at Busby, near Liverpool, it will replace a station opened 62 years ago. The new facility is bigger than its predecessor, with …

From the frying pan to the fire: Storm ahead for Tigers

Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has named his side for Saturday’s Round 18 match against the Storm at Leichhardt Oval. Not surprisingly, there are a few changes to the side following Sunday’s loss 40-6 loss to the Roosters at Allianz. In …

Harlequins winning streak comes to an abrupt halt

The Illawarra district rugby competition draw is such that Campbelltown Harlequins have not played for three weeks. And as ANDREW CHOICE reports, it was unfortunate that coming off that break Harlequins took on red hot title favourites Shoalhaven on Saturday. …

Campbelltown CBD tallest building open for business

Campbelltown’s tallest building has been officially opened in Dumaresq Street. The 14 storey tower containing commercial and residential floors was opened yesterday morning by the managing director of Saxon Developments Terry Bassal, along with Member for Campbelltown Greg Warren and …

Why Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living is worth funding

In this opinion piece, Bradbury resident SUZANNE HALL argues that the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable Living at Mount Annan performs an important community role and deserves to continue receiving funding. I am very concerned that the Macarthur Centre for Sustainable …

Tigers to play ‘home’ games in the heart of Eels territory

It’s arguably the worst kept secret in rugby league but now it’s official: Wests Tigers will once again use CommBank Stadium at Parramatta as their home ground. In what will universally be an unpopular decision by new club supremo Shane …