Power on: Rebate for electric wheelchairs

The NSW Government has increased its energy rebates in the 2015-16 Budget to support the State’s most vulnerable customers. It says a record $6.6 million has been allocated to help vulnerable customers through the Life Support Rebate and the $235 …

Tony and Tina – locals with big dreams

Twenty five years ago a young couple called Tony and Tina opened a hair salon in Queen Street, Campbelltown. Their ultimate dream was to have a beautiful salon that would not look out of place in Double Bay. This week, …

Labor slams Baird over motor registry moves

It is ridiculous to take a Roads and Maritime Services centre away from a major hub like Campbelltown, says Labor MP Greg Warren. RMS offices around the state are closing and being replaced by Service NSW “one stop shops” – …

Man, 60, charged over sexual assault of young girls

A Prestons man has been arrested and charged over a number of historic sexual assault offences against young girls in Campbelltown and Liverpool as far back as 1995. In March 2015, detectives from Liverpool Local Area Command formed Strike Force …

Another Western Sydney Airport milestone ticked off

The Australian Government’s plan for a Western Sydney airport has reached a significant milestone, with the conclusion of a nine month consultation period with the Sydney Airport Group. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Warren Truss …

Playgrounds makeover gathers pace

Another brand new playground is about to open as Campbelltown’s massive parks and reserves revitalisation program gathers pace. Ingleburn Reserve, which is located in Picnic Grove, (off Bensley Road), will be officially opened on Friday, July 10 between 11am and …

Grey nomads, families hit the road in caravans

Australia’s grey nomads, from Macarthur to Maroochydore, are still on the march if Australian Recreational Vehicle production statistics are any guide. But it’s not just so called grey nomads who are into caravans – more and more Australian families are …

Early morning breakins at Hoxton Park: man arrested

Police have arrested and charged a man following multiple break-ins around West Hoxton during the early hours of today. Between 12.30am and 3.30am (Wednesday, July 1), a number of homes and garages were broken into on Triaburana Avenue, Perth Close …

Review results in community service funding

It missed out when it first applied for funding, but a subsequent  review means Macarthur community organisation the Trustees of the Presentation Sisters Wagga will receive $43,342 from the Abbott Government. The money will ensure their essential frontline community service …

Western Sydney airport transformational: Truss

The Western Sydney Airport at Badgerys is  a transformational project, Infrastructure Minister Warren Truss has told  a forum. Mr Truss, speaking at the Crawford Australian Leadership Forum in Canberra on Monday, said the proposed airport at Badgerys Creek was “new …

Injuries and Origin hit Tigers for Eels clash

Wests Tigers coach Jason Taylor has named his team for the Round 17 NRL match against the Parramatta Eels next Monday, July 6 at ANZ Stadium. Origin selections and injuries have forced Taylor into making substantial changes to the side …

Is this the next Slumdog Millionaire?

Dubbed the next Slumdog Millionaire, The Crow’s Egg is a funny and charming film from South India. This is a crowd pleaser for young and old alike and it will be on at Casula Powerhouse this weekend as part of the …