World class shopping, dining will be on offer at WSI

A world class shopping precinct for Western Sydney International is a step closer after the release of a tender for a duty-free retail partner to set up shop at the new 24-hour global gateway. Retailers who completed an extensive registration …

Democracy is alive and well in Campbelltown

It is good to see that there is a high level of interest in the coming local council elections. Ironically, that’s partly due to the huge media coverage of the Liberal Party’s failure to lodge nominations in time, so we …

After years of inaction and neglect work starts on $800m upgrade

The first steps toward an $800 million upgrade to Elizabeth Drive are officially under way, with key design investigations and drainage and maintenance work beginning on the future airport access road. Early investigations for the upgrade including soil testing and …

New mental health centre for Campbelltown

Locals struggling with their mental health will soon have access to free, walk-in support at a new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Campbelltown. Medicare Mental Health Centres provide on-the-spot support for people in distress and ongoing care for more complex …

Meet the boccia champion representing us at Paris Paralympics

Jasmine Haydon, a 23-year-old bachelor of occupational therapy student at the Campbelltown campus of Western Sydney University is representing Australia in the sport of boccia at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. “I was officially selected for the Australian Paralympic Boccia …

Spring Farm Parkway opens to motorists tomorrow

The politicians had their fun today, officially opening stage one of Spring Farm Parkway. Roads minister John Graham, along with senior local MP Greg Warren, cut the ribbon to signal the end of two years of construction. Tomorrow though will …

Heat is on as Camden Rams join the semi final battle

The Thirlmere Roosters eliminated Mittagong Lions 26-8 last weekend in the first semi final of the 2024 Macarthur Conference rugby league premiership at Dudley Chesham Sports Ground last Sunday. In the qualifying semi final, The Oaks Tigers prevailed over neighbours …

Macarthur Business Showcase will put spotlight on local enterprises

The Macarthur Business Showcase will offer a platform for local businesses to increase visibility, build valuable connections and showcase new products and services. An initiative of the Campbelltown Chamber of Commerce, the first ever Macarthur Business Showcase, will be on …

It’s such a serious food drive it’s worth singing about

What does Frankie Valli’s I Can’t Take My Eyes Off You have to do with a food drive in Macarthur? Well, let me tell you. MWLP Linking Youth facilitate work placement for local students who are approaching that time when …

Learn how to be ready to act in an emergency

Are you ready to connect with local first responders in case of an emergency? It could be bushfire, flood or a major vehicle accident, and how you respond could end up saving a life. That’s why this year’s Emergency Ready …

Historical Society to hold annual conference in Campbelltown

The Royal Australian Historical Society will hold its 2024 annual conference in Campbelltown later this year. The theme of the two-day conference on October 26-27 will be Windows into Local History. The conference program features topics on Campbelltown, the Fisher’s …

Harlequins women win grand final; men almost there

The planets aligned on the weekend for Harlequins, Campbelltown’s great rugby club, with the women’s side winning their Sydney Division 1 Plate grand final, while the men are now just one game away from playing in the grand final. Rugby …