Harlequins go down fighting against premiers Shoalhaven

The mighty Campbelltown Harlequins rugby club are one from two after a gallant defeat on the road on Saturday at the hands of the reigning premiers Shoalhaven. In the opening round, the Harlequins hammered Wollongong Uni 48-14 at Campbelltown Showground. …

Countdown to 2024 steam festival in Thirlmere

The countdown has started to this year’s Thirlmere Festival of Steam on the weekend of May 18-19. Visitors can look forward to steam train rides aboard the state’s operational heritage fleet, demonstrations from local artisans and the colourful annual street …

More to Mr Perfect barbie than sausage in a roll

It’s Sunday, April 21 and the tantalising smells of sausages being cooked on a barbie are wafting across Koshigaya Park.  Men in groups big and small are scattered around the barbecue, as more and more of them arrive on this …

One driver dead in four car crash on Macarthur Bridge

A 56 year old man has been charged with dangerous driving causing death following a multiple-vehicle crash near Camden on Friday afternoon. Emergency services were called to the Old Hume Highway, Camden South, about 1pm after four vehicles crashed on …

There won’t be much charity when Bulls host Sydney FC

When Macarthur FC and Sydney FC clash at Campbelltown Stadium tomorrow night, they will also be playing for the inaugural Charity Cup. The match will be played in support of the Sony Foundation, the charitable arm of the Sony group …

Minto Public wins race to Whose School’s Cool cash

The second Minto Mall’s Whose School’s Cool has turned out to be even bigger than the inaugural offering in 2023. There’s no competition like it, with shoppers at Minto Mall voting for one of six participating schools during the first …

Bradcorp chief’s foundation $500,000 donation to university

Western Sydney University has welcomed a $500,000 donation from the Brennan Lynch Foundation that will help support the needs of the university’s LGBTIQA+ community – with a focus on health and medicine. The donation will support the activities of Rainbow …

Walker commit to major conservation plan at Future Appin

Walker Corporation has announced its commitment to a major long term conservation plan at Future Appin that will include five million square metres of conservation land dedicated back to the people of NSW. A revegetation program for tens of thousands …

Oran Park leisure centre highlight of $531m Camden budget

Camden Council’s $531 million draft budget for next financial year includes the delivery of several new key projects and vital maintenance work across the entire local government area. Even though council last week endorsed the 2024-25 operational plan, budget and …

Plenty of blue and green spaces – but access can be better

Mayor George Greiss says that while Campbelltown boasts plentiful bushland and waterways, they can be better integrated with urban areas to improve access. “One of the great things about living in Campbelltown is the abundance of green spaces and waterways …

Rotary club brings free, health check clinic to Campbelltown

Listen up, men of Campbelltown: Mherv is coming to town and he could save your life. Mherv is a mobile health check up clinic for men, although anyone who wants to get a free check up is welcome to pop …

There’s more to Bill Anderson Park upgrade than better drainage

Bill Anderson Park at Kemps Creek is a focal point for community sports in the region, hosting many local and regional football events. The installation of a new drainage system enhances the ground’s capacity and durability, accommodating the growing demand …