Meet the new Myrtle Cottage chief executive officer

Kylie Richardson doesn’t plan to change a thing now she’s the chief executive officer at Myrtle Cottage. “If you’re not prepared as manager to do all the jobs, you shouldn’t have the top job,’’ she tells the South West Voice. …

Black spot funding big win for our community

Three dangerous crash locations across Campbelltown will soon be made safer. Almost $800,000 in funding has been allocated under the Australian Government’s black spot program for improvements to the three intersections. The biggest share of the money, $374,261, will go …

Mountain Devils excursions take them far and wide

The Mountain Devils may be based in Campbelltown, but their bushwalking excursions take them far and wide. From walks close by in Dharawal National Park at Wedderburn to a weekend trip to the Grampians (pictured above) or a river cruise, …

New hockey pathway with an eye on Brisbane 2032

With an eye on the Brisbane Olympic Games of 2032, hockey has launched a futures academy program to help create a pipeline for Hockeyroos and Kookaburras. The program is a joint effort between Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) and Hockey …

Much ado about nothing over Lynwood Park master plan

There is nothing remarkable about the Lynwood Park master plan. Nonetheless it was the subject of robust debate at last week’s Campbelltown Council meeting – and an outcome that was baffling, to say the least. It is basically a proposal …

Support hubs for veterans from Ingleburn to Hawkesbury

Veterans from Ingleburn in South Western Sydney and north to the Hawkesbury will be the beneficiaries of a new support hub network on the way. The Australian Government says it has moved a step closer to delivering the veterans’ and …

Bulls in Schools program to share in $14.5m funding boost

The Macarthur FC Bulls in School program has received a significant boost thanks to new state government funding. The four-year $14.5 million Football in Schools allocation is included in today’s NSW Budget. Minns Government says it is delivering on its …

Swadisht will be a celebration of food and culture

“Alkalizer has been blessed to be based in the multicultural community of Campbelltown,’’ says Shefali Pall, the dynamo behind this café with a difference located on the ground floor of the Campbelltown Council building. “Our team culture has been enriched …

Enough of houses, time for mental health services

Wollondilly R U OK? day ambassador and local MP Judy Hannan says it’s time for the delivery of services to the area. “For too long we have been delivered nothing but more homes and no infrastructure,’’ she said. “This includes …

Fisher’s Ghost festival returns with a bang on November 2

Campbelltown’s iconic Festival of Fisher’s Ghost returns this year with an exciting line-up of events, alongside family favourites from last year’s revamped program. The 2023 festival program will run from November 2 to 12. Adrenaline seekers and ride lovers can …

Back to back premiers: Macarthur Rams women in hot streak

The Macarthur Rams women’s side made it back-to-back grand final victories on Sunday night at Valentine Sports Park as the legendary Leena Khamis stole the show late against Bulls FC Academy.  Khamis came on as a second half substitute and …

Roosters crowing after dramatic grand final victory

With a few minutes left in yesterday’s Macarthur Conference rugby league grand final, Camden were leading Thirlmere by just four points. But to the deafening chant of Rooster, Rooster, Rooster, Thirlmere were throwing everything but the kitchen sink at the …