Campbeltown CBD parking major problem for business

Ask Seta Berbari what is the main issue for business in the centre of Campbelltown and without hesitation she replies: “One hundred percent, it’s parking.’’ And of course she would know because for years now she’s been running her own …

Labor’s top four offer 65 years of council experience

The retirement of sitting councillors combined with the Liberal Party fiasco will mean that there will be at least seven new faces – and many as nine – on Campbelltown Council after tomorrow’s local government election. That will be a …

Campbelltown mayor brings out keys to the city for trio

He’s been Campbelltown Mayor for two years and eight months, but that’s all about to come to an end for George Greiss. But even in the dying days of occupying the highest office in Campbelltown, this mayor continues to produce …

Local teacher charged over historical sexual offences

A teacher has been charged over historical sexual offences in outer South Western Sydney. In July 2023, detectives from Campbelltown City Police Area Command commenced an investigation regarding the alleged actions of a male high school teacher dating back to …

More to do: why Masud Khalil wants another term on council

Community Voice of Australia leader Masud Khalil says he’d like to get back on Campbelltown Council to continue the work he started in the previous term. While he feels that he achieved a lot in the shortened term of two …

Extended Deans Road school zone safer for students and motorists

In a move which will improve pedestrian safety, the school zone along Deans Road, Airds near John Warby Public School will be extended. Works were scheduled to start last weekend. The improvements come after local representations from the school community …

Adam Zahra: time to go back to basics on council

Adam Zahra says that when he was growing up Campbelltown was all about street parties and community. “The parents would be outside mingling while the kids were running around the street,’’ he says. “I know times change and we have …

Individual honours to Harlequins stars at end of season awards

The 2024 season finished a week earlier than the Campbelltown Harlequins would have liked, but it was more than a consolation to pick up some individual honours, reports ANDREW CHOICE. Campbelltown Harlequin Rugby club finished off the season this week …

Labor endorses eight candidates for Camden Council

The Labor Party has endorsed eight candidates across the three Camden wards for the council election this Saturday, September 14. Current mayor Ashleigh Cagney is leading the Labor ticket for central ward, with Koady Williams and Tahia Khair the other …

Journey back in time to unlock Camden’s rich history

If you’ve always wanted to know more about the rich history of Camden the 2024 Unlock Camden event is just what the doctor ordered. This is a chance to journey back in time and take a close look at Camden’s …

Open day to showcase Flagstaff’s expanding disability offerings

Want to see first hand the work of a disability enterprise? Here’s your chance: the Flagstaff Group, a not-for-profit disability enterprise, will throw open the doors to their Smeaton Grange premises later this month. People with disabilities, schools, families, carers, …

Youth, seniors and an eyesore get a run in questions for pollies

It was a noble idea from Mayor George Greiss, and it’s disappointing that the candidate forum will not be part of the 2024 council election in Campbelltown. However, it’s worth noting that promotion of the forum has sparked plenty of …