Citizen of the year: nominate someone who is making a difference

We all know someone who is making a difference in our community. It could be a volunteer with Meals on Wheels or someone who promotes Campbelltown as a great place to live, work and play. Either way, have you ever …

Oaks Tigers eliminated after falling to Oakdale Workers

Oakdale Workers have eliminated neighbours The Oak Tigers from the 2023 Wests Group Macarthur Conference premiership after a dominant performance in the elimination final on Sunday. The Workers were too good for the Tigers, winning 36-8 at Thirlmere Sports Ground, …

Former officers raise funds for defibrillators in police vehicles

Two police cars in the Camden command are now fitted with defibrillators. “If one life can be saved by these defibrillators, they will certainly prove their worth to the community,’’ said Superintendent Paul Fuller, the Camden Local Area Police Commander. …

If it’s September it’s festival fun time in Camden

September means festival time in Camden, with a stack of events on the menu in 2023. Major festival events such as Unlock Camden, Picnic in the Park, Kids Fun Day and Taste Camden will all make a welcome return.  At …

Man arrested, charged with murder over death of Tatiana

A man has been arrested and charged this morning following an investigation into the death of 34 year old Tatiana Dokhotaru at Liverpool earlier this year. Following investigations, Strike Force Median detectives executed a search warrant at a St Clair …

Simple reason why women’s sport is growing: it’s entertaining

Seeing young boys embracing the Matildas in the recent football world cup will be an image that will stay with me for a very long time. Noting that the huge crowds attending Matildas games were also made up of men …

Feast of food and after dark entertainment coming our way

Two big events are coming back to Campbelltown to help locals celebrate food and entertainment. First up will be Feast on Saturday, September 16, from 2pm to 9pm at Redfern Park in Minto. The second will be the return of …

Bulls poised to take on Asia’s best in AFC Cup

Macarthur FC fans: mark October 5 and November 9 and 30 in your calendars. On those three dates the Bulls will be at home, Campbelltown Stadium, for their three Asian Football Champions (AFC) Cup group stage fixtures. The Bulls, who …

It’s all about making a difference, says police officer of the year

Macarthur’s finest gathered once again on Wednesday night for the 2023 Rotary police officer of the year awards. And none was finer than a humble officer from the crime prevention unit at Camden who was born and bred in the …

Tenancy dispute leads to string of firearm charges

A man charged with a string of offences following a shooting in the Wollondilly Shire over a tenancy dispute was refused bail when he appeared in Picton Local Court today. The alleged incident took place around 7.30pm last night (Wednesday, …

These grand Camden views are set to be more accessible

Planned improvements to the walking trails in John Oxley Reserve, Kirkham will aim to provide greater access to the picturesque views of the Camden valley and the Great Dividing Range. Camden Council has developed a draft concept plan for the …

Regional health hub to focus on endometriosis and pelvic pain

Women in South Western Sydney now have access to a specialised endometriosis and pelvic pain clinic. The Women’s Health Centre Southern Highlands at Mittagong is one of 20 endometriosis and pelvic pain clinics being established across Australia. The health centre’s …