TO encourage more women to run for local council in the September elections, the NSW Government is funding $160,000 for workshops by the Australian Local Government Women’s As...
Read more about WOMEN INTO LOCAL GOVERNMENTRESEARCH by SSI reveals that over 620,000 migrant workers in Australia are unable to fully use their skills, despite having higher qualifications than Australian-born workers. N...
Read more about THERE'S A GAP IN SKILLS USENEW South Wales is Australia's most generous state, with 21,900 residents donating an average of $648 each to the Australian Red Cross from May 2022 to December 2023. Despite a ...
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MP challenges Govt fund neglect MAJOR arterial roads due for completion in the Macarthur region may not be delivered in due time due to Budget cuts.
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THE community is being urged to contact Healthdirect for advice if they are experiencing non-life-threatening medical issues such as influenza.
Read more about Flu season drives demand for emergency care: where to get help
ELIZABETH FRIAS A LOCAL business owner is going the extra mile for the safety of four-wheel drivers and their passengers, particularly those heading off the beaten track.
Read more about Going above and beyond as a 4WD off-road enthusiastLEPPINGTON faith communities will benefit as the NSW Government delivers on its promise to ensure places of worship across the state are safer and more secure with through the S...
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Support for our local paramedics THE NSW Government has purchased the site of the planned purpose-built Oran Park ambulance station on Porter Street.
Read more about NEW AMBULANCE STATION AT ORAN PARKTHE NSW Government is kickstarting planning work for Spring Farm Parkway Stage 2, officially calling for expressions of interest to develop the project’s concept design and re...
Read more about PLANNING FOR SPRING FARM PARKWAY 2THE NSW Government is kickstarting planning work for Spring Farm Parkway Stage 2, officially calling for expressions of interest to develop the project’s concept design and re...
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Going beyond the expected ELIZABETH FRIAS GOING beyond the traditional looks of an Aussie pub in the outskirts of Western Sydney is the idea behind the making of soon to open Or...
Read more about NEW ORAN PARK HOTEL TAKES SHAPEA NEW Automated External Defibrillator (AED) has been installed at Saint Paul’s Anglican Church, Cobbitty. The AED was generously donated by Graeme Chivers from Wave Learning ...
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PNP Constructions a small business champion ELIZABETH FRIAS A SPECIALIST construction company based in Gregory Hills serving the country’s disability sector has taken the top ...
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Local business concern over costs ELIZABETH FRIAS A MOVE by the federal government to impose new taxes on SUV, utes and four-wheel drive vehicles because they emit more carbons ...
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MP details how taxpayers benefit ELIZABETH FRIAS IFyou earn pn average $73,000 a year salary, you will receive a tax cut of about $1,504 from July 1 this year and single low wag...
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CAMDEN Council has formally objected to the NSW Government’s proposal to build a six-storey social and affordable housing development opposite Camden Hospital.
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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...
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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.
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Camden's best businesses recognisedTHE 2026 Camden Local Business Awards Presentation Evening was an occasion of elegance and excitement.
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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.