Appin Historic Society’s new temporary home unveiled

The old Appin Inn became the temporary home of the Appin Historic Society after Walker Corporation announced a major makeover a few years ago. It wasn’t so temporary though, with the society finally having to find a new home six …

Minns keeps promise: Macquarie Fields station to get lift

Macquarie Fields railway station, first opened in 1888, will finally get a lift. It is one of seven new stations that will receive upgrades as part of an $800 million election commitment to accelerate accessibility upgrades at stations across NSW. …

Specialist command constable charged with drink driving

A 35 year old a senior constable attached to the police Specialist Command unit has been charged with drink-driving.Traffic and Highway Patrol Command were conducting random breath testing as part of Operation Nabbed on the Hume Motorway at Menangle when …

Kurto saves the day for Bulls, but coach is pulling the strings

Goalkeeper Filip Kurto’s performance stood out for Macarthur FC when they defeated Melbourne Victory 1-0 at AAMI Park last night. The highlight was when Kurto saved a penalty just eight minutes before full time taken by Bruno Fornaroli, the Socceroos …

Jana Pittman keynote speaker at Camden women’s event

Athletics two time world champion Jana Pittman will be the keynote speaker at Camden Council’s International Women’s Day gala this year. Pittman, the first woman to represent Australia in both a Summer and Winter Olympic Games, and a four time …

Helping hand for business people with disabilities

A free workshop will be held in Campbelltown later this month to help residents with a disability who are looking to start a business or who have recently started one. The Fundamentals of building a successful business workshop will be …

Kiwi international has landed in Macarthur FC country

On the eve of their big match with Melbourne Victory on Saturday night, Macarthur FC have announced the signing of New Zealand international Tommy Smith until the end of the A-League season. With 50 appearances for the New Zealand national …

Doctor shortage critical, says Campbelltown mayor

Campbelltown Council is calling on state and federal health ministers to do something about the shortage of doctors in the region. Mayor George Greiss has written to the two ministers, and also to the Opposition health spokespersons, describing the situation …

The Assembly: Trojan horse to big questions of our time

The Assembly, a multifaceted performance from choreographer Raghav Handa, is coming to Campbelltown Arts Centre next month. Handa links up with dance artists Victor Zarallo and Josh Freedman, sound artist James Brown, lighting designer Fausto Brusamolino, designer Isabel Hudson and …

‘Grass in our parks is taller than my children’

A couple of years ago it was Campbelltown Council copping it over lack of maintenance issues, especially grass mowing in public places and even nature strips. And, well, that council had one very good reason it was getting behind on …

February’s feedback time for Picton Road upgrade planning

The public have got all of February to provide feedback on the review of environmental factors for the western section of the Picton Road upgrade. Member for Wollondilly Judy Hannan is urging the local community to have their say. “This …

Major makeover for the scouts activity centre at Cataract

The scouts activity centre at Cataract, less than half an hour’s drive from Campbelltown, offers a wide range of activities, from abseiling to caving, obstacle courses, bushwalking and water slides. A $440,000 upgrade to facilities means even more people can …