Heathcote Road upgrade: second new bridge ready

As part of the major upgrade of Heathcote Road, from December 17 motorists will be diverted onto the new eastbound Williams Creek Bridge. The diversion will occur during a traffic lane shift between Alec Campbell Drive and The Avenue This …

Opening of Leppington House Park brings residents together

Leppington House Park boasts kilometres of walking trails, a play space, barbecue and picnic areas, lawn area and community garden beds. The expansive 10-hectare park in Willowdale is now also open for residents to enjoy following an official opening on …

MP, mayor welcome Wollondilly women’s refuge pledge

Member for Wollondilly Judy Hannan has welcomed the decision to establish women’s refuges in her electorate. Wollondilly and Wingecarribee will each get a refuge by 2026, says the NSW Government, which has announced a total of 10 new refuges. “Everyone …

Major sponsor deal ‘biggest’ in Wests Tigers’ history

The big player signings are done and dusted and now the Wests Tigers have put another big piece of the puzzle in place: a major sponsor. Last week the club announced that Pepper Money will be the major sponsor for …

Libs candidate for Macarthur signals cost of living campaign

The next federal election hasn’t been called yet, but whenever it is, Binod Paudel, the endorsed Liberal Party candidate for Macarthur, is ready to run a strong campaign focusing on the cost of living crisis. The local entrepreneur and community …

It’s time we demanded our fair share for SW Sydney

It’s good to see that Campbelltown Council will show its “activist’’ side once the next federal election is called. For decades the area has failed to get the attention it deserves when state and federal government infrastructure funding is handed …

IPART backs council’s $85,000 Appin developer levy per house

IPART – the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal – has given its nod of approval to Wollondilly Shire Council’s Appin Growth Area contributions plan. The council proposes to levy a contribution rate of around $85,000 for a typical house. In …

Our university, new airport join forces to drive growth

Western Sydney International and Western Sydney University have combined forces to drive education, training and job opportunities ahead of the airport’s late 2026 opening. Earlier this week, they signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will see the organisations partner in …

Three local businesses shine at 2024 Women with Altitude awards

These three local businesses from the Macarthur region have won top honours at this year’s Women with Altitude Awards. Erin Bailey, of Her Healing Hub, which operates out of Camden, won the Emerging Leader award, which recognises individuals who demonstrate …

Forest Lawn Memorial park taps into spirit of Christmas

A local memorial park is tapping into the Christmas spirit this year to help mourners find moments of joy in honouring their lost loved ones.  Individuals can send heartfelt letters to their loved ones and attend a memorial service at …

Footy club grant to make it easier for girls, women to play on

A $154,800 grant to a local footy club will make it easier for women and girls in Macarthur to play sport and be active. The Bradbury Ambarvale Football Club was selected to receive the funding under the Australian Government’s $200 …

Gloves are off as Campbelltown signals big election push

The next federal election hasn’t yet been called but Campbelltown Council is ready to tell the next government what it needs. Council has put together a report, Call to the Federal Government for Support, which will be published on its …

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