Matheson lauds jobs harvest for Macarthur

Produce company OneHarvest has secured a $1.775 million grant under the Federal Government’s Manufacturing Transition Program to advance their manufacturing capability. It will mean an extra 100 local jobs in the next couple of years. Announcing the investment, the Federal …

PAC panel member steps down on Moorebank recycling bid

In a victory for local residents, one of the NSW Planning Assessment Commission panel members listed to determine the Moorebank Materials Recycling Facility application has been forced to step down. In a media statement released last night, PAC said: “The …

Another gutsy display from the Quins women’s team

The Harlequins women’s team may have been defeated on the scoreboard in its clash with Parramatta on the weekend, but they should be proud with the effort they put in. The Quins started the match strongly and defended their line …

United bounce back with a 3-0 triumph over Olymp

IT WAS billed as the real Sydney derby and it certainly delivered. Led by the brilliance of Panni Nikas, Sydney United 58 secured a hard fought 3-0 victory against Sydney Olympic yesterday to bounce back from the previous week’s debacle. MARK …

Roosters, Tigers share points in entertaining draw

Thirlmere and The Oaks played out an entertaining 34-34 draw at Thirlmere Sportsground on Sunday afternoon in round 8 of the Group Six rugby league premiership. MIKE SHEAN reports: Fine and cool conditions greeted players and spectators, while the ground …

There’s life after politics – and a loss at the footy

Spotted at the footy last night – when Wests Tigers bombed to lose 8-0 to the visiting Cowboys – was former State Water Minister and Wollondilly MP Phil Costa. He told us he spends most of his time on his …

We’re here to help, JT

Wests Tigers coach Jason Taylor said the 8-0 loss to the Cowboys on Saturday night was another step on the road to changing the playing culture of the team, turning them from entertainers who don’t win many games to a …

Liverpool mayor gives thumbs up to UWS move

The University of Western Sydney had made the right decision to establish a campus in Liverpool, says Mayor Ned Mannoun. Speaking just after the premier, Mike Baird, had announced the creation of a UWS state of the art Higher Education …

Eagles, Stallions falter despite playing at home

Bonnyrigg White Eagles suffered a 3-0 loss at home to Rockdale City last night. The visitors led 1-0 at the break before scoring twice more in the second half to pick up the three premiership points from the round 11 …

University finally comes to Liverpool? Mike Baird to tell us tomorrow

Last year the South West Voice published an exclusive  story predicting that Liverpool would finally become part of the University of Western Sydney. The article claimed that for very good reasons, including Liverpool’s projected strong growth, a faculty of architecture …

Quest Liverpool apartments officially open

Quest Serviced Apartments has opened its newest apartment tower in the heart of Liverpool. Quest Liverpool in Scott Street was officially opened last night by the mayor, Ned Mannoun. Quest chief operating officer Scott McAlister and Quest Liverpool franchisee Tom …

With more bans on the way, now’s the time to quit smoking

With new outdoor dining smoking bans starting across NSW in July, World No Tobacco Day (31 May) could be the perfect opportunity to start thinking about quitting for good. New laws under the Smoke-free Environment Act 2000 come into effect …