Dal's 20-tip guide for smarter travel DALLAS SHERRINGHAM THE worrying trend of juvenile crime destroying Alice Springs and Townsville’s struggling tourist industries has sadly...
Read more about HOW TO STAY SAFE IN DANGEROUS PLACESLOCAL organisation, Big Yellow Umbrella, has been selected as the main beneficiary of Council’s 2023 International Women’s Day Gala. The organisation was selected as part of...
Read more about LOCAL CHARITY BENEFITS FROM GALA EVENTCAMDEN Council has recently joined the Western Sydney Energy Program, which aims to lower community energy costs and reduce carbon emissions. The program is a collaboration betw...
Read more about CAMDEN COUNCIL JOINS ENERGY GROUPACCORDING to Industry Super Australia's new analysis, women nearing retirement have nearly $50,000 less super than men and women of all ages have about a quarter less super than...
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Council picking up the piecesWHEN major floods caused havoc in the Camden Council district last year, they washed away vital bridges which linked communities to the outside world.
Read more about THE BRIDGES ARE BACK AT CAMDENTHE newly built fire station at Oran Park is now operational, providing enhanced emergency response capability to the growing south-west region. The $6.1M facility boasts state-...
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When the village comes to lifeTHE Thirlmere Festival of Steam is set to take place on March 18 and 19, bringing the village of Thirlmere to life with a range of activities.
Read more about THIRLMERE FESTIVAL OF STEAM IS ONTHANKS to a $58,000 grant from the NSW Government, the Camden Tigers Football Club will host an Indigenous Football Gala Day on July 9. The event will feature men's and women's ...
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More than 3,000 new homes being builtBONNYRIGG has become a major growth centre in Southwest Sydney with more than 3000 new homes being bult under the $835M Renewal Project.
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Call for direct rail line to airportTHE Macarthur region’s Mayors have welcomed NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet’s commitment to deliver the crucial rail line from Campbelltown...
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THE Australian Botanical Gardens at Mount Annan will echo to the sounds of the region’s legions of walking fans on Sunday, March 12.
Read more about Australian Botanical Gardens echo the sounds of walking fansCAMPBELLTOWN Visitor Information is offering a unique virtual reality tour for visitors and locals to experience some of the city's most popular attractions. The free virtual re...
Read more about GETTING A GRIP ON VIRTUAL REALITYAN additional 50 police officers will be deployed throughout Southwest Sydney under a Chris Minns NSW Labor Govermment. The $13M investment would see the additional police deplo...
Read more about MORE POLICE FOR OUR REGIONRETIRED greyhounds will be retrained as PTSD companion animals for the Australian Federal Police in a world-first initiative. The program is a collaboration between the Australi...
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WESTS Group Macarthur has announced key milestone in their support of sport in Macarthur with the signing of a major partnership agreement with Macarthur Football Association (M...
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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.