Catch the latest in local news and updates from local and regional sources,
BREED Australia's business rebuild mission BREED Australia, Western Sydney's only non-for-profit business incubator, is about to launch new small business mentoring and communit...
Read more about LOCAL INCUBATOR FOR START-UPS
Business rallies, as Govt closes the doorDI BARTOK A VITAL youth service in Blacktown is set to close after missing out on important State Government funding.
Read more about VITAL YOUTH SERVICE BYSA, FACES CLOSURE
Outdoor cinema from Blacktown Workers FROM Friday April 16 to 18 Blacktown Workers Club will transform into a world of fun with the ultimate outdoor cinema experience playing a ...
Read more about FUND RAISER WITH A DIFFERENCE
Driving excellence at local hospitalsBLACKTOWN and Mount Druitt hospitals’ new Director of Nursing and Midwifery Marie Baxter knew she wanted to be a nurse from age 12.
Read more about NEW NURSING CHIEF HAD PASSION FROM 12
Minister approves all 375 showbagsALL 375 showbags on offer at this year’s Sydney Royal Easter Show have been given the thumbs up for sale following a rigorous safety inspecti...
Read more about 2021 EASTER SHOWBAGS GOOD TO GOONE off payments of $1,000 for adults and $400 for children are being made available for flood-affected communities. Residents who have suffered home damage or serious injuries ...
Read more about DISASTER FUNDING FOR NSW FLOOD AFFECTED AREAS
Resilient retailers reveal solutions DALLAS SHERRINGHAM It’s no secret times have been the toughest on record for Blacktown's bricks and mortar retail industry, but this secto...
Read more about REPORT: SHOPPING TO BOUNCE BACK SOON
Blacktown International Sports Park connectedMORE than $6M in major works connecting Western Sydney Parklands to Blacktown International Sports Park have been completed at Bunga...
Read more about NEW GREEN LINKS AT PARKLANDS
He's developed super fertiliser from fishELIZABETH FRIAS A RIVERSTONE scientist’s invention of fertiliser derived from barramundi fish excrement has been declared a success by...
Read more about RIVERSTONE SCIENTIST'S GAME-CHANGER
Case for building trains in Australia DALLAS SHERRINGHAM THERE is the potential for thousands of jobs to be created in NSW and to support the State’s economic recovery from CO...
Read more about POTENTIAL FOR THOUSANDS OF JOBS
Council trials network of heat-safe venues VULNERABLE residents will be able to seek shelter during heatwaves through a network of ‘heat refuges’ in an Australian-first tria...
Read more about REFUGES PROVIDE SHELTER IN HEATWAVES
Helping dads with challenges of fatherhoodA PROGRAM that helps new and expectant fathers through the physical, mental and emotional challenges of parenthood, launched last year,...
Read more about DAD'S APP TO CONTINUE THIS YEAR
It's vital we stay connected: CHAMBER TREVOR OLDFIELD IT is both exciting and humbling to provide an article for the new Blacktown newspaper.
Read more about WE WELCOME THE BLACKTOWN NEWS
Prime CBD block the focus of TEO project BLACKTOWN City Council is inviting residents and business owners to have their say on a proposed sale of Council-owned land in Blacktown...
Read more about PUBLIC CAN INFLUENCE LAND SALEThe TAFE NSW Nirimba campus is set to benefit from its share of a $100M state-wide investment in TAFE NSW facilities and equipment.
Read more about TAFE NSW NIRIMBA CAMPUS SHARES $1M
CAMDEN Council has formally objected to the NSW Government’s proposal to build a six-storey social and affordable housing development opposite Camden Hospital.
Read more about Camden Council challenges Govt over housing project
SPORTING organisations across Campbelltown are being encouraged to apply for a share of the NSW Government's record $10M Organisation Support Program, aimed at strengthening grassroots sport, supporting volunteers and increasing particip...
Read more about Local sporting organisations encourage to apply for $10M in funding
WOLLONDILLY Shire Council will apply to the NSW Return and Earn scheme to undertake a pilot of wire basket recycling units on public litter bins in high-use locations across the Shire, following consideration of a report into the feasibi...
Read more about Council to apply for pilot of wire basket recycling units
MACARTHUR'S growing construction sector could benefit from an increase in apprentices entering key trades, as new figures show NSW apprenticeship commencements have risen for three consecutive quarters.
Read more about Apprentice growth boosts Macathur skills pipeline
Camden's best businesses recognisedTHE 2026 Camden Local Business Awards Presentation Evening was an occasion of elegance and excitement.
Read more about Camden LBA winners announced for 2026
We asked an urban heat expert for tips DR Negin Nazarian, an award-winning researcher in urban heat from UNSW Sydney, shares her expertise to help us keep cool at home.
Read more about How can I keep cooler at home this summer?The Macarthur Advocate covers the business and community issues of the Macarthur region. The Macarthur Advocate is a trusted media source for connecting with the pulse of the region and tapping into it's vast opportunities.