Memorial service for those who perished in Appin 209 years ago

The first thing you notice when Uncle Raymond Whetherell sets fire to his smoking ceremony vessel is that the wind is quite gusty this morning in the forecourt of the Campbelltown Council administration building. We’re here for this year’s memorial …

Plenty of blame to go around in the Lachlan Galvin saga

We may never know what was the real cause of the Lachlan Galvin drama at Wests Tigers. But as the fallout continues, a clearer picture is starting to emerge. That picture shows how both the club and the management of …

Taylor election pledge of $4.5m in sport upgrades across Camden

Angus Taylor, who is seeking a fifth term as the federal member for Hume, says $4.52 million in funding would be made available by a Dutton Liberal Government for significant upgrades to five sport and recreation facilities across Camden. He …

Kid who grew up in mean streets of Liverpool now council CEO

Liverpool City Council has appointed one of its own as chief executive officer, Jason Breton, who can see his childhood home from his new office in Civic Place. He has been appointed CEO after 12 months in the job in …

Ten years on, fight goes on to save suburban oasis

Ten years after launching a campaign to save the stretch of beautiful open space that separates St Helen’s Park from Bradbury from developers, local resident Alan Skeoch is wondering if he will ever get there. “All we want is peace …

Wests Tigers bombshell: Galvin dropped from first grade

Today’s team announcement for the Easter Monday clash with the Eels would have to be one of the most anticipated by Wests Tigers fans. And of course every man and his dog in the Tigers camp knows the name of …

Dog lovers rejoice: Paws in the Park returns

For some dog lovers, the day after the 2025 federal election is the one they’re really looking forward to this year. That’s because on Sunday, May 4, Camden Bicentennial Equestrian Park will host the popular Paws in the Park. The …

Freelander commits to $2.6m upgrade of Minto indoor sports centre

A $2.6 million commitment to upgrade Minto Indoor Sports Complex is one of the biggest promises of the May 3 election so far. The member for Macarthur, Dr Mike Freelander, has announced this week that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will fund …

Community Justice Centre to close down – and council’s not happy

Community Justice Centres: providing free and confidential services across NSW to help prevent, manage and resolve disputes. That’s the first thing you will read when you access the website of the NSW Community Justice Centres (CJC), which are located in …

Woman, 65, killed in Ambarvale drive-by shooting

A woman has died after being shot during a drive-by shooting in a Campbelltown suburb overnight. Police say that at about 11pm emergency services were called to a home on Dickens Road, Ambarvale following reports a woman had been shot. …

Bulls Academy, Macarthur Rams suffer defeats in NPLW

Both Macarthur teams competing in the National Premier Leagues Women’s NSW competition suffered losses in Round 6. Bulls FC Academy went down 2-1 in a tough encounter with NWS Spirit, while 2024 premiers, Macarthur Rams copped one of their biggest …

Movement at Macquarie Fields station as upgrade work starts

Major construction is starting at Macquarie Fields Station, delivering a long-awaited upgrade for the more than 10,000 passengers who use the station every week. Macquarie Fields is the first Sydney station in line for an upgrade under the NSW Government’s …

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