CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson discusses the club's plan to ensure that Wests Tigers will play at Campbelltown over the next 10-15 years and the NRL are working together to try and ensure that Wests Tigers play at Campbelltown over the next 10-15 years Campbelltown Sports Stadium is not a fit-for-purpose modern venue that meets the standards for professional rugby league in Sydney’s southwest A significant investment of $50M in the short term (3 years) and $100M over the next 5-10 years is required This would upgrade the venue to a stadium that makes it financially viable for NRL and NRLW games to be played there These upgrades would seat 24,000 fans and accommodate 1,500 corporate guests We will also see improvements to dressing rooms The council is aware that a commitment needs to be made to these upgrades by June 30th the club will be forced to explore other options Wests Tigers will need to lock in a long-term plan for our future growth and commercial support from our stadium partners we must reconsider our commitment to the stadium Communities throughout Australia are desperate to gain an NRL team in their region Ongoing discussions are continuing regarding revamping and upgrading Leichhardt Oval as part of the new strategic plan Wests Tigers have already made significant strides in embedding themselves in the South-West and building a strong rugby league presence from the ground up Wests Tigers are already playing games at Campbelltown Sports Stadium and want to play more the club will commit to hosting a minimum of seven to nine home games per season for the next ten years across both NRL and NRLW teams ensuring equal access and opportunity for men’s and women’s rugby league in the region we want to play out of Campbelltown Stadium as part of our strategic plan we cannot do this under the current stadium setup A modern venue will unlock much-needed revenue through corporate hospitality If we want to compete at the highest level against other NRL clubs based in modern venues we need to address the financial advantage those clubs currently have.” Tune into this special episode of Behind the Roar via YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts for more information THE LEADING SOURCE OF INFORMATION FOR THE LEISURE INDUSTRY Back to Latest News back Resurfacing works to the Campbelltown Athletics Centre’s track undertaken by Polytan Australia will benefit tens of thousands of athletes The venue has been closed since early December 2024 with the significant upgrades allowing the venue to be re-certificated as a World Athletics Class 2 track The project included a high-performance Polytan surface being installed to allow the venue to host state and national level events It is the first time that resurfacing works have been undertaken at the track since 2010 A new state-of-the-art discus cage has also been installed at the facility Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound noted “these significant upgrades reinforce our Campbelltown Athletics Centre as a leading venue for sport and I look forward to seeing how the whole community including our seasoned and up and coming athletics stars “This project is significant in local sport and is a great example of our commitment to providing a high-quality space for sporting clubs that work hard to promote an active and healthy lifestyle for our community and visitors to the Campbelltown region.” The Campbelltown Athletics Centre was officially opened in June 1999 by Mayor of Campbelltown Paul Sinclair as a training track for international teams ahead of the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games The facility has become one of Sydney’s premier synthetic athletics tracks with the centre hosting more than 120 school carnivals each year for schools from inside and outside of the Campbelltown Local Government Area The venue is also utilised for numerous annual community events including the Campbelltown Christmas Carols and the 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer Macarthur For further information about Polytan, click here to visit their entry in the Australasian Leisure Management Supplier Directory 27th March 2025 - Polytan awarded construction tender for Surf Coast’s new hockey field 25th March 2025 - Polytan named as Official Turf Partner of Hockey Australia and Hockey One League 31st October 2024 - Polytan named major partner for New Zealand’s new Premier Hockey League competition 20th June 2024 - Polytan designed and constructed field for Forestville Hockey Club now complete 3rd June 2024 - Athletics Australia names Polytan and Rekortan brands as official track partner 25th October 2022 - Polytan Asia Pacific restores Arafura Stadium running track 1st November 2021 - Polytan all-weather multi-sport turf now open at Queenstown Events Centre 10th July 2020 - Polytan upgrades Wellington’s Te Whaea sportsfield to international standard 19th August 2019 - Polytan passes 50 year operational landmark 9th April 2025 - NRL’s Wests Tigers demand $50 million investment in Campbelltown Sports Stadium 26th February 2025 - Campbelltown sports grounds benefit from $2 million upgrades 12th February 2025 - Work underway on new sports precinct at Campbelltown’s Bob Prenter Reserve 27th February 2020 - Campbelltown City Council deploys Envibe software to enhance customer experience we need reader support for our industry news gathering so ask that - if you don't already do so - you back us by subscribing to the printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine and/or our online news Click here to view our subscription options Click here to view our subscription options product and event updates delivered right to your inbox The Complete Guide to Leisure Industry Products & Services See more see more See the directory see all Get your business noticed in our targeted directory Viewed by 10,000 industry professionals per week Website by   The delivery of several city changing projects will make the 2025-26 financial year a special one for Campbelltown Council and its residents The projects are detailed in council’s proposed four year delivery program and its operational plan for the next 12 months Both are on exhibition online until May 21 to allow residents to make submissions one way or the other The delivery program and operational plan outlines the infrastructure projects events and social programs and other activities that council will achieve over the coming year as part of a $274.2 million operating budget Councill also proposes to increase land rates by 5.5 percent the maximum amount allowed under the rate pegging system that operates in NSW council will net $120 million in rates revenue in 2025-26 “The coming year will see a significant investment of $87.2 million in council’s capital works program with a particular focus on delivering a number of key social infrastructure projects as part of the Western Sydney infrastructure grants program,” Mayor Darcy Lound said The program had been set up by the previous Liberal Government “The upgrade of the Koshigaya Park play space will be one of our most exciting projects elevating this fantastic public space with modern play equipment while honouring our long-term sister city relationship with Koshigaya,” Cr Lound said “This year will also see the completion of the Campbelltown Library relocation project which will bring our library services into the heart of Campbelltown’s city centre and generate significant economic uplift while ensuring our library services are more accessible to the community,” he said Highlights of the $87.2 million capital works program include: open spaces and playgrounds ($3.1 million) Projects included in the delivery program (2025-29) and operational plan (2025-26) include Western Sydney infrastructure grants program such as the Leumeah youth precinct Macarthur recreation trail and Connected Campbelltown project Glenfield town centre public art and beautification project Hurley Park stories of Campbelltown’s resilience project Campbelltown health and education precinct connectivity Here is the link to the exhibition on council’s website: https://overtoyou.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au/public-exhibition-draft-delivery-program-2025-26-to-2028-29-operational-plan-2025-26 Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" the South West Voice is a free news website which serves Macarthur and Liverpool © 2023 South West Voice • All Rights Reserved • Proudly Supported by Simply WordPress Sydney This is probably not the page you’re looking for An outstanding day out was had by all in attendance at Saturday's Wests Tigers Club Day ImageCollapse the ImageDigital Smart KerbsImage controls: This pilot is underpinned by Transport for NSW’s strategic priorities to leverage emerging technology to create better places and enhance the customer experience for pedestrians The pilot will help Transport and Council to: The pilot will utilise sensors in Derby St The data collected will be converted into numerical data Only de-identified data will be captured to explore the capability and constraints of using sensor technologies The project has been active from September 2022 to October 2023 For more information about the trial please email future@transport.nsw.gov.au Transport for NSW recognise and celebrate the diversity of Aboriginal peoples and their ongoing cultures and care of Country We pay respect to traditional custodians and Elders past and present Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time Wests Tigers are threatening to stop playing NRL games at Campbelltown Sports Stadium unless local council can give a $50m guarantee to upgrade the facilities Tigers chief executive Shane Richardson has given Campbelltown City Council until June 30 to reach a heads of agreement otherwise he will explore moving the Tigers to one of Sydney’s new stadiums from 2026 The Tigers are locked in to play four NRL games at Campbelltown and four across Venues NSW grounds – Allianz Stadium and CommBank – for this season and next Richardson said if there were no plans to spend $50m on Campbelltown during the next three years it’s as simple as that,” Richardson told the club’s Behind The Roar podcast it’s not at a standard that’s required to be an NRL ground The Wests Tigers are prepared to quit Campbelltown Sports Stadium if $50m in funding is not forthcoming.Credit: Getty Images and to have the quality of players we need to have; to have the vision we need to have we need a stadium to build ourselves around Richardson threatened to leave Leichhardt last year if money was not spent on the inner-western Sydney venue only for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns to later announce a $40m rescue package The plan is for that money to be spent on having 17,000 to 18,000 seats at that venue and facilities to host up to 1000 corporates Richardson wants Campbelltown to have seating for up to 24,000 fans and 1500 corporates – and if council does commit the Tigers will do likewise by playing a minimum seven NRL games at the south-western venue The plan would be for up to $100m to be spent on Campbelltown across the next ten years “The bottom line is it’s time to deliver,” he said “A modern venue will unlock much-needed revenue through corporate hospitality enhance match-day experience and increase broadcast value “If we want to compete at the highest level against other NRL clubs based in modern venues The Tigers are expected to have a full house at CommBank for their Easter Monday clash against Parramatta Penrith are calling CommBank Stadium home the next two years while their stadium undergoes a $309m redevelopment South Sydney are in a battle to end their association with Accor Stadium and return to Allianz Stadium which is owned by the taxpayers – not the Sydney Roosters Souths and Cronulla will earn north of $400,000 for taking games to Perth’s Optus Stadium this weekend Michael Chammas and Andrew “Joey” Johns dissect the upcoming NRL round, plus the latest footy news, results and analysis. Sign up for the Sin Bin newsletter. otherwise he will explore moving the Tigers to one of Sydney\\u2019s new stadiums from 2026 and four across Venues NSW grounds \\u2013 Allianz Stadium and CommBank \\u2013 for this season and next \\u201CI don\\u2019t do \\u2018Trumpian\\u2019 threats it\\u2019s as simple as that,\\u201D Richardson told the club\\u2019s Behind The Roar podcast it\\u2019s not at a standard that\\u2019s required to be an NRL ground Richardson threatened to last year if money was not spent on the inner-western Sydney venue Richardson wants Campbelltown to have seating for up to 24,000 fans and 1500 corporates \\u2013 and if council does commit \\u201CThe bottom line is it\\u2019s time to deliver,\\u201D he said \\u201CA modern venue will unlock much-needed revenue through corporate hospitality \\u201CIf we want to compete at the highest level against other NRL clubs based in modern venues we need to address the financial advantage those clubs currently have.\\u201D which is owned by the taxpayers \\u2013 not the Sydney Roosters Souths and Cronulla will earn north of $400,000 for taking games to Perth\\u2019s Optus Stadium this weekend Michael Chammas and Andrew \\u201CJoey\\u201D Johns dissect the upcoming NRL round Eric Kontos This new multi deck commuter carpark is about to open in Farrow Road a stone’s throw from Campbelltown railway station But Campbelltown Council and the NSW Government are locking horns over who should be paying for the cost of running the new carpark Campbelltown Mayor Darcy Lound has written to the NSW minister for transport asking him to intervene to expedite the matter The letter will be abled at tonight’s council meeting and where the debate on the issue is expected to be robust “I understand council officers have been liaising with Transport for NSW to resolve the operation and management of the new multideck commuter carpark at Farrow Road Campbelltown under a Park and Ride model,’’ says Mayor Lound in the letter with the impending completion of the carpark “Approximately 70 percent of Transport for NSW customers that currently rely upon the parking facilities at Campbelltown Train Station are not from Campbelltown rather they are from surrounding LGAs (local government areas) “This is due to the lack of public transport infrastructure provided to the wider Macarthur region necessitating commuters from across the Macarthur region to access the Sydney Trains network at Campbelltown,’’ he says “Council would request that a Park and Ride model be implemented for the benefit of Transport for NSW customers managed by Transport for NSW with a long term lease over the site “This would enable the cost of maintenance and operations to be borne by the commuters using the facility “The ownership of the land and physical built structure should not be a barrier to the government providing an equitable efficient and consistent parking experience for the customers of Transport for NSW nor should it be a reason to shift the cost of the operation and management of the facility to those that are unlikely to use the facility “We are on track for practical completion of the multideck carpark by end of March supported through Australian Government grant funding “I’d appreciate an opportunity to meet with you urgently to discuss and agree on a resolution with minimal disruption to our community,’’ Mayor Lound said in the letter Tens of thousands of athletes are set to reap the benefits following the re-opening of the Campbelltown Athletics Centre's upgraded track The venue has been closed since early December 2024 for significant upgrades to be undertaken on the facility's track which has been re-certificated as a World Athletics Class 2 track The project included a high-performance surface being installed to allow the venue to host state and national level events "These significant upgrades reinforce our Campbelltown Athletics Centre as a leading venue for sport make full use of the track," Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound said "This project is significant in local sport and is a great example of our commitment to providing a high-quality space for sporting clubs that work hard to promote an active and healthy lifestyle for our community and visitors to the Campbelltown region," Cr Lound said The Campbelltown Athletics Centre was officially opened in June 1999 by Mayor of Campbelltown Paul Sinclair as a training track for international teams ahead of the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games. The facility has become one of Sydney's premier synthetic athletics tracks, with the centre hosting more than 120 school carnivals each year for schools from inside and outside of the Campbelltown Local Government Area. The venue is also utilised for numerous annual community events including the Campbelltown Christmas Carols and the 24 Hour Fight Against Cancer Macarthur. serif;\" style=\"font-family:'Times New Roman' serif;\"\u003e’\u003c/span\u003es Campbelltown train station into a $200-million residential and commercial precinct have taken a step forward.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree retail stores would be redeveloped into retail spaces and 395 apartments across five towers rising to 15 storeys under the scheme for Queen Street’s northern gateway 55km south-west of the Sydney CBD.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe H\u0026amp;R Properties’ proposal has received gateway approval for the proposal for 34 Queen Street—a 1.315ha site home to Officeworks MCAS Superstore and a medical centre.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe proposal filed with the Campbelltown City Council and on public exhibition until February 21 includes 2000sq m of non-residential floor space along Queen Street 800m from the Campbelltown Railway Station.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe planning document said “Campbelltown City Centre is ripe for renewal given the enormous strategic potential identified for the centre and the region within state and local plans”.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe application seeks to amend the Campbelltown Local Environmental Plan 2015 including rezoning part of the site from Mixed Use to High Density Residential.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe amendments also ask for height increases from 26m to 28m and 52m with a floor-space ratio of 2.85:1.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe project’s design includes 2660sq m of open space at ground level and 1810sq m of rooftop space.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe total gross floor area spans 37,430 square metres.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbout 650sq m would be publicly accessible featuring retail spaces and outdoor dining areas.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the application the scheme would deliver “a mix of apartment types and create approximately 80 jobs through the inclusion of non-residential spaces”.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe proposal aligns with several strategic frameworks the proposal document said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe approval comes as Sydney’s south-west corridor continues to attract major development proposals.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAround 10km north of Campbelltown \u003ca href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/childcare-apartment-glenfield-submitted-nsw-sydney\" data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/childcare-apartment-glenfield-submitted-nsw-sydney\"\u003eGlenfield Holdings has proposed a mixed-use development\u003c/a\u003e at 2 Hoskings Crescent a medical centre and childcare facility just 80m from Glenfield station.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLandcom also has plans for \u003ca href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/landcom-reveals-3900-home-precinct-in-sydney-s-south\" data-mce-href=\"https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/landcom-reveals-3900-home-precinct-in-sydney-s-south\"\u003e3900 homes in the Glenfield Precinct\u003c/a\u003e Lendlease’s third residential building in the Collins Wharf precinct of Victoria Harbour.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 28-storey building at 971 Collins Street in Melbourne’s Docklands will deliver 312 homes in a mix of one two and three-bedroom apartments as well as townhouses and penthouses.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Lendlease the project has already secured more than 50 per cent in presales.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHickory is the construction contractor—it completed the precinct’s first development in 2019 and is also working on LendLease’s second tower Regatta.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Ancora Hickory is implementing several technical construction methods including various piling techniques and precast concrete solutions that enable a parallel-track construction program.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe building’s facade designed by architect Warren and Mahoney uses a three-stage design incorporating double-glazed glass and textured precast concrete with Reckli and brick finishes.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe structural design transitions from a solid podium base to lighter upper levels “reflecting a maritime theme” aligned with the Collins Wharf design objectives.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAncora will connect to the neighbouring Regatta development via a podium allowing resident access to shared amenities.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an all-electric building that includes electric vehicle infrastructure the development is targeting a 5 Star Green Star certification Completion is expected in 2027.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegatta including build-to-rent and build-to-sell units.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtensive wharf works including remediation of pre-existing wharf piles installation of raker piles and construction of the extension to Australia Walk are also part of the project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTechnical challenges include constructing on the finger wharf and co-ordinating extensive above-wharf road reserve and public parkland works.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Collins Wharf precinct will ultimately comprise six residential buildings of more than 1800 homes surrounded by over 5000sq m of parks and community space.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease is developing the parkland concurrently with the residential components including the extension of Australian Walk that forms part of the City of Melbourne’s Greenline project.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLendlease executive director of development Adam Williams said Collins Wharf “is fast becoming a sought-after address .. which took just a handful of hours to emerge on Saturday night the Coalition’s failure to sway voters has come under intense scrutiny.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts lack of policies around property that resonated with voters has been a large part of that criticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmong those policies was a $5-billion infrastructure program to unlock up to 500,000 new homes was greeted with no small amount of scepticism.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Coalition also campaigned on its previously revealed plan to allow first home buyers to draw down on their superannuation giving access to up to $50,000 to help fund mortgage deposits.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile that proposal had won some support it got the thumbs down from many of Australia’s top economists who said the measure could prove highly inflationary among other issues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimilarly its plan to allow mortgage interest for first home buyers to be tax-deductible was roundly criticised for its likely inflationary and regressive effects.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt has also been pointed out that the Coalition’s rejection of the Green’s policies around housing supply affordable housing and help for renters did it no favours.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ALP went to the polls spruiking an extension of schemes introduced during its previous term including a $10-billion promise for its first-home buyers’ scheme to encourage 100,000 more homes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt also had its Help to Buy shared equity scheme under which the Government pays up to 40 per cent of the house price to point to.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf it was these policies per se or the lack of detail and depth to the Coalition’s the nation's ready for the Albanese government to act.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is clear been endorsed to follow through on its policies and fix the crisis that is crippling the Australian property sector.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Urban Taskforce Australia chief executive\u0026nbsp;Tom\u0026nbsp;Forrest has pointed out it is time for the Federal Government to get back to work.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Housing affordability and housing supply featured large during the campaign,” Forrest said.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The key now is for the Government to strike while the iron’s hot.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If legislation is needed to support the delivery of Labor’s $10-billion 100,000 new homes commitment—then pass it through the parliament now and get on with it.”\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe states have made many changes to how they enable home development The Federal Government’s support of that is crucial to its success material supply assistance or any other factor that affects getting homes out of the ground.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis has been a pivotal election Then Cities for Total Fan Immersion\",\"slug\":\"billionaire-arsenal-rams-denver-nuggets-sports-anchored-precincts\",\"datePublished\":\"2025-04-30T00:00+10:00\",\"tags\":[],\"summary\":\"Why your next home might be stadium-adjacent; sports are the hook Three retail stores would be redeveloped into retail spaces and 395 apartments across five towers rising to 15 storeys under the scheme for Queen Street’s northern gateway The H&R Properties’ proposal has received gateway approval for the proposal for 34 Queen Street—a 1.315ha site home to Officeworks 800m from the Campbelltown Railway Station “Campbelltown City Centre is ripe for renewal given the enormous strategic potential identified for the centre and the region within state and local plans” The application seeks to amend the Campbelltown Local Environmental Plan 2015 including rezoning part of the site from Mixed Use to High Density Residential The amendments also ask for height increases from 26m to 28m and 52m The project’s design includes 2660sq m of open space at ground level and 1810sq m of rooftop space The total gross floor area spans 37,430 square metres About 650sq m would be publicly accessible featuring retail spaces and outdoor dining areas and create approximately 80 jobs through the inclusion of non-residential spaces” The proposal aligns with several strategic frameworks including the Greater Sydney Region Plan and the Western City District Plan The development’s location was “one of the only large sites greater than 1ha under single ownership within walking distance of Campbelltown Station” The approval comes as Sydney’s south-west corridor continues to attract major development proposals Around 10km north of Campbelltown, Glenfield Holdings has proposed a mixed-use development at 2 Hoskings Crescent a medical centre and childcare facility just 80m from Glenfield station Wests Tigers have given Campbelltown City Council an ultimatum: provide a commitment by June 30 for a $150 million upgrade to Campbelltown Stadium or the club will be forced to explore other options Wests Tigers will need to lock in a long term plan for our future growth and commercial support from our stadium partners,’’ the club says in a media statement released this afternoon the club will commit to hosting a minimum of seven to nine home games per season for the next 10 years across both NRL and NRLW teams The statement follows meetings last week between the club NRL boss Andrew Abdo and the Campbelltown Mayor Darcy Lound and CEO Lindy Deitz and the NRL “are working together to try and ensure that Wests Tigers play at Campbelltown over the next 10-15 years “Campbelltown Sports Stadium is not a fit-for-purpose modern venue that meets the standards for professional rugby league in Sydney’s South West.“A significant investment of $50 million in the short term (3 years) and $100 million over the next 5-10 years is required “This would upgrade the venue to a stadium that makes it financially viable for the NRL and NRLW games to be played there.’’ The club says these upgrades would seat 24,000 fans and accommodate 1,500 corporate guests “We will also see improvements to dressing rooms “Communities throughout Australia are desperate to gain an NRL team in their region,’’ it goes on to say but it will depend on what they can commit to “Ongoing discussions are continuing with revamping and upgrading Leichhardt Oval as part of the new strategic plan.’’ Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson said: ““Simply we cannot do this under the current stadium set-up we need to address the financial advantage those clubs currently have.”  The media statement also outlines what the Wests Tigers have done to embed themselves in the South West and build a strong rugby league presence from the ground up The South West Voice asked Campbelltown Council for a response before publication Yet they keep playing at Leichardt which is a dump If they walk away from Campbelltown stuff them The upgrade of our stadium will require funding from the State Government and there is enough electorates in the Campbelltown MacArthur region to make or break any State Government This was recognised in the Penrith area and now they are getting a modern stadium The MacArthur region will grow so it will be much larger than Penrith with some Million plus residents Sick of these elite sports outfits constantly demanding that taxpayers and ratepayers pay for them when they make tens of millions of dollars in sponsorships What a waste of money the upgrade of the Sydney football stadium was to build basically a like for like facility If they want to demand millions of dollars from ratepayers or leave then stuff them The money would be better spent on almost anything Transport for NSW is planning new bus services to connect local communities to the Western Sydney International Airport and Bradfield City Centre To unlock employment and growth ahead of the Airport’s opening in 2026 the NSW Government is planning new bus services to connect key activity centres including Liverpool Penrith and Campbelltown to the Airport and Bradfield City these new bus services will provide efficient connectivity between key locations in Western Sydney A new interchange will be built at Bradfield City Centre to allow passengers to easily transfer between bus and metro services These new services will include Zero Emissions Buses (ZEBs) smoother and more comfortable journeys for passengers and support the NSW Government’s goal of net zero emissions by 2050 Existing depots will be upgraded to cater for the ZEBs The popular One Sneaky Cheetah pizza chain is set to open its fourth location in South Australia next week in Campbelltown The popular One Sneaky Cheetah pizza chain is launching its fourth location in South Australia this Monday October 28th in Campbelltown Joining its successful sibling restaurants in Melrose Park this new restaurant is set to continue the success of the team behind McLaren Vale’s cult-favourite Pizzateca The new Campbelltown location may have a slightly smaller setup compared to the other three locations but it’s bringing a unique twist to pizza-making The wood-fired pizzas will be twice-cooked in a conveyor oven minimising the “flop” you sometimes get with Neapolitan-style pizzas The team has been fine-tuning this method for six months and is excited to introduce this trendy approach to Adelaide – it’s something you don’t see very often around here you’ll find the signature One Sneaky Cheetah charm Campbelltown will have some fan-favourite features from the Stepney venue like comfy booth seating and a fun arcade game customers are sure to love the outdoor alfresco dining area perfect for enjoying a slice of pizza in the sun Originally planned as a small takeout spot this feature really adds to the restaurant’s atmosphere wood-fired pizzas topped with everything from classic Aussie favourites to unique combinations One Sneaky Cheetah has all the best options like Margherita They’ve got a range of beverage options too including their famous Sneaky Pale Ale and Sneaky Lager The excitement doesn’t stop with restaurant number four – General Manager Mark McInerney has teased plans for a fifth location Swing by the 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Wrong Turn At Lungfish is of exceptional quality and an unmitigated stand out South Australia will see mixed weather conditions The mayor of Campbelltown wants the Wests Tigers to continue playing NRL games in south-western Sydney – but says there is no way his council can meet Tigers CEO Shane Richardson’s ultimatum to have a $50 million stadium upgrade plan in place by June 30 Tigers chief executive Richardson on Wednesday said his club was prepared to stop playing games at Campbelltown Sports Stadium beyond the 2026 NRL season if the facilities did not receive a major cash injection “I don’t do ‘Trumpian’ threats, but we won’t play there, it’s as simple as that,” Richardson told the club’s Behind The Roar podcast it’s not at a standard that’s required to be an NRL ground.” Campbelltown mayor Darcy Lound said on Thursday it was important the state and federal governments helped his council find the money to keep the Tigers in the sprawling south-western Sydney corridor said that if government support was not forthcoming there were “no promises” his council could satisfy Richardson’s demands Wests Tigers are no certainties to keep playing at Campbelltown beyond 2026.Credit: Getty Images “It’s a bridge we’ll need to cross fairly soon if we don’t get some form of guarantee or something promising [from state and federal government],” Lound said “We definitely can’t make any promises as council for a $50 million or a $100 million contribution We want them to call Campbelltown their main home “But there will also need to be a big reliance on all three tiers of government to come together and come up with the money and I recently met with [NSW Minister for Sport] Stephen Kamper – that was a positive conversation “We don’t feel like we’ve had our fair share of upgrades to the stadium when you consider all the upgrades to stadiums elsewhere around Sydney.” The Tigers are committed to playing four games at Campbelltown this year and next season including Allianz Stadium and CommBank Stadium Richardson wants a heads of agreement on a stadium upgrade in place by June 30 so that he has plenty of time to make alternative arrangements if no deal is forthcoming The money for Campbelltown would create seating for up to 24,000 fans and 1500 corporates Richardson said if the council committed to the plan the Tigers would do likewise by playing a minimum of seven NRL games at the venue The plan would be for up to $100 million to be spent on Campbelltown across the next 10 years Richardson took a similarly tough stance last year when he threatened to leave Leichhardt Oval if money was not spent on the inner-western Sydney venue Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and NSW Premier Chris Minns later announced a $40 million rescue package The plan for that money is to have 17,000 to 18,000 seats at Leichhardt and an ability to host up to 1000 corporates The mayor of Campbelltown wants the Wests Tigers to continue playing NRL games in south-western Sydney \\u2013 but says there is no way his council can meet Tigers CEO Shane Richardson\\u2019s ultimatum to have a $50 million stadium upgrade plan in place by June 30 ,\\u201D Richardson told the club\\u2019s Behind The Roar podcast it\\u2019s not at a standard that\\u2019s required to be an NRL ground.\\u201D there were \\u201Cno promises\\u201D his council could satisfy Richardson\\u2019s demands \\u201CIt\\u2019s a bridge we\\u2019ll need to cross fairly soon if we don\\u2019t get some form of guarantee or something promising [from state and federal government],\\u201D Lound said \\u201CWe definitely can\\u2019t make any promises as council for a $50 million or a $100 million contribution \\u201CWe don\\u2019t want to lose the Tigers \\u201CBut there will also need to be a big reliance on all three tiers of government to come together and come up with the money \\u201CWe\\u2019ve had some conversations in the past and I recently met with [NSW Minister for Sport] Stephen Kamper \\u2013 that was a positive conversation \\u201CWe don\\u2019t feel like we\\u2019ve had our fair share of upgrades to the stadium when you consider all the upgrades to stadiums elsewhere around Sydney.\\u201D Richardson took a similarly tough stance last year when he threatened to Oval if money was not spent on the inner-western Sydney venue Wests Tigers Members, get in quick, as tickets to our first two home games of the season are on sale now! Two matches at Campbelltown kick off our home game schedule in 2025 with a Friday night blockbuster against Newcastle in store for Round 1 and a Sunday afternoon clash versus the Warriors in Round 4 Members have received a code for tickets via email that will also provide them with a 10% discount and have a one-day window to secure their tickets before the general public Want to lock in your spot at the games now? Join Our Jungle and become a Wests Tigers Member. Click here to purchase tickets now. All remaining home match Ticket On-Sale Dates A new suburban ice cream shop has opened its doors northeast of Adelaide bringing authentic flavours and delicious sweet treats Evercream is the latest addition to Campbelltown’s food scene we’re sure it will be a welcome addition “Our venture is deeply inspired by our Italian heritage and the traditions that have been passed down through generations,” shared a spokesperson “Our team is committed to honouring these roots by staying true to the traditional Italian methods of gelato-making From sourcing the finest ingredients to crafting small batches we aim to bring a taste of Italy to our community This shop is not just a business; it’s our way of preserving a piece of our heritage and sharing it with others through the art of authentic gelato.” Evercream is open from 6pm until late on Tuesday to Thursday and from 1pm until late on Friday to Sunday making it the perfect spot for a post-dinner treat or weekend pick-me-up Evercream offers heaps of handcrafted flavours made with the finest ingredients The gelato selection comes in all our favourite classic flavours like vanilla bean For those wanting something a bit different try biscottino which is cookie-flavoured or gianduia which is chocolate and hazelnut Evercream also offers a variety of sorbets They’ll also have different specials and flavours this week’s specials were durian and ube All of the sorbets are vegan and gluten-free When speaking with the staff they revealed that fan favourites and must-try were the fig and almond or the biscottino These flavours and the rest are all made lovingly on-site with all-natural flavours you’ll find a range of delicious cakes and desserts Pair them with a hot or iced coffee from the menu for the perfect combination Inside you’ll find a chic design with soft lighting “We really put a lot of attention and time into the fit-out we did everything ourselves and are really proud with how it turned out I believe the products will speak for themselves also that all the gelato is made with real ingredients is a standout they are homemade comfort desserts from old family recipes that we want to share with the community.”  There’s plenty of seating outside and inside, so whether you prefer to kick back and enjoy or you can take your scoops to go, there’s something for everyone! Evercream Where: 45 Clairville Rd, Campbelltown SA 5074Open: 6pm to late Tuesday to Thursday and 1pm to late Friday to SundayFor more information, click here the Liberal Party have pledged to spend $3.7 million to upgrade Campbelltown Stadium if they win the May 3 election They say the money would go towards improvements that support the growth of women’s sport and enhance the spectator experience at Campbelltown Stadium Campbelltown Council has been actively seeking state and federal funding for a major upgrade of Campbelltown Stadium for almost 10 years joined the Liberal Party candidate in Macarthur to announce the election commitment on site (pictured above) Mr Taylor said the funding would provide a modern fit-for-purpose sporting ground that meets the expectations of spectators and venue hirers “This investment will significantly enhance the experience for fans and sporting partners ensuring Campbelltown Stadium remains a premier venue for local and professional teams,” Mr Taylor said and ticketing technology to improve access and convenience for fans it reinforces our commitment to grassroots sport and the local community,” Mr Taylor said existing fixed grandstand seating in the Eastern and Northern grandstands will be converted to flip seating improving comfort and usability for spectators Mr Paudel said the funding highlights the Liberals’ commitment to delivering quality sporting infrastructure and supporting local football teams “This investment is about delivering for our community and ensuring our sporting facilities keep pace with modern standards,” Mr Paudel said “Sport is a vital part of our local identity here in Campbelltown and these upgrades will help attract more events and support the growth of women’s sport in our region.” Mr Taylor said commitments such as this one were part of the Liberals’ plan to strengthen local communities and invest in the future of Australian sport Local residents are urged to lace up their joggers for the Campbelltown City Challenge Walk returning to the Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan on Sunday 9 March Gates open at 6.30am and both the 6km and 11km courses kick off from 8am participants can opt into the popular Colour Burst featuring a vibrant shower of coloured powder at two points along the route “The Campbelltown City Challenge Walk continues to grow in popularity giving participants of all ages and ability levels a chance to enjoy a day out in our natural spaces,” said Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound food vendors and live music will also be on offer with an awards presentation following the 11km race In-person registration at Campbelltown Civic Centre closes on Friday 28 February at 4pm, while online registration wraps up on Wednesday 5 March at 11.59pm here: https://www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au/Whats-On/Campbelltown-City-Challenge-Walk Designed by Elegant Themes | Powered by WordPress During an election forum on TV through the week one of the participants asked: They want us all to be just Australian I thought of that at this morning’s Anzac Day dawn service at Mawson Park in the heart of Campbelltown but most people arrive long before that and form a shadowy circle around the war memorial half way up the park from Queen Street And while waiting for the start of the service you just can’t help thinking about those young men You try to imagine what they would have been thinking moments before the order was given to launch the attack at Gallipoli Maybe they thought of their family back home or a sweetheart they kissed goodbye before getting on the ship to take them to the battlefields of Europe We all know what ensued on the beaches of Gallipoli a huge loss of life as the Turkish defence forces perched on top of the cliffs mowed down our boys with machine guns But our soldiers pressed on in an incredible display of bravery And it is these enduring qualities that we pay our respects to every year on April 25 And why so many thousands of people attend the hundreds of dawn services in cities and towns across this great country of ours the biggest attendances ever were recorded along with dire predictions that it would be downhill from there as thousands still hear the call and get out of bed and make their way to a dawn service At Mawson Park this morning – and every other Anzac Day dawn service – nobody was asking what it is to be an Australian They didn’t need to: standing there in the darkness next to strangers paying tribute to duty and sacrifice was enough Wests Tigers Members and fans based in the Macarthur region now have access to our Membership team The decision to establish a permanent Membership presence in the area follows a season that saw record numbers attend home games at Campbelltown Sports Stadium A surge in membership enquiries from the Macarthur region and beyond reflects the growth of Sydney’s south-west hence the need to have a full-time Membership hub in the area Whether you’re a Wests Tigers Member or not feel free to pop in for a chat with one of our team Our Campbelltown office is located at 26 Blaxland Road You can also join our Jungle via our Membership website Campbelltown Stadium could soon get a major upgrade with an elected Dutton Liberal Government pledging $3.7 million to modernise the venue and champion the rise of women’s sport “This investment will significantly enhance the experience for fans and sporting partners,” said Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor adding that the plan would transform the facility into a “fit-for-purpose sporting ground” ready for future growth The proposed upgrades include replacing fixed seating in the Eastern and Northern stands with comfortable flip seating and installing state-of-the-art turnstiles and ticketing systems for a smoother fan experience said the investment was a win for local pride and participation “Sport is a vital part of our local identity here in Campbelltown,” he said “These upgrades will help attract more events The funding forms part of the Liberals’ broader push to invest in grassroots sport and build stronger The Campbelltown Council’s investment portfolio on December 31 According to the investments and revenue report tabled at the first public meeting of the year on Tuesday night council’s total liquidity “to meet short to medium term cash flow needs remains strong with $23 million held in an at call account’’ “An amount of $11 million is held in a 31-day notice account,’’ the report said “This notice account offers a reasonable rate for short term deposits of 4.80 per cent which also moves in line with movements in the official cash rate.’’ The report revealed rates and charges levied for the period ending December 31 $88.1 million of these rates and charges had been collected The Quarterly Business Review Statement was also tabled for the meeting with Councillor Cameron McEwan querying a $300,000 budget blow out to the athletics track replacement project Cr McEwan was told by council officers that the full cost could only be known after the old track was dug up and inspected “Until the track was dug up it was not possible to know the full cost of replacement,’’ said Ben Hoyle the council executive general manager – city placemaking and services The report said there was an $80,000 increase in expenditure for the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands “Allocation to fund the purchase of additional umbrellas to expand the shade provision following feedback from customers Expenditure is fully funded by the equipment and asset reserve,’’ the report said The meeting was one of the shortest on record Apologies were provided for three councillors who were unable to attend the meeting the South West Voice would like to acknowledge that an earlier version of this story wrongly reported that it was Cr Adam Zahra who asked about the blow out of the athletics track project budget What a joyful celebration it was on Sunday 13th April colour and connection at the Eid Meet & Greet Party for New Migrants Families from all walks of life gathered for an afternoon brimming with warmth from colourful henna and balloon stalls to a delightful robotics experience that had children beaming and the Desi Nashta – featuring aromatic chai and sweet treats – was the undeniable heart of the event it’s a hug from the community,” said Shafqat Ali “We want every new migrant to feel like they’ve found not just a home The event struck the perfect balance between fun and belonging While kids enjoyed interactive games and prizes and shared their settlement journeys over cups of warm tea in the presence of first-time Campbelltown councillor Ashik Rahman “Celebrations like these are our way of saying: you are seen and you are valued in this beautiful country we now call home.” The event was made possible thanks to the dedicated teams from SMPN all working together to create a truly unforgettable afternoon of cultural celebration and community unity Passionate local residents and community organisations were acknowledged for their contributions to Campbelltown during the 2025 Australia Day Awards ceremony at the Greg Percival Community Centre in Ingleburn today Beth Godwin was awarded the Citizen of the Year Award in recognition of her tireless community work and volunteering in particular for her passionate commitment to supporting some of the most vulnerable members of our community Ms Godwin has been a long-term advocate for the Campbelltown community instigating and championing a range of programs to support people of all ages These programs include the Hidden Homeless initiative which assists homeless individuals and families the Gifts of Hope program to ensure that more than 500 children receive a Christmas present each year and for running proactive health workshops at Minto Gardens She is also Chairperson of the IngleMinds – Mental Health and Wellbeing Committee with the Rotary Club of Ingleburn which has implemented mental health first aid programs and provided support for Meals on Wheels Ms Godwin was among five citizens and two community organisations who were recognised across the 7 award categories today "Our city and its residents are known for their community spirit and for giving back and it's an honour to recognise those people who go above and beyond through this important awards program," Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound said "I'd like to congratulate our winners and thank all the nominees and everyone who took the time to nominate them for their outstanding contributions to Campbelltown," Cr Lound said Zara Whitney was named Young Citizen of the Year for her tireless work with The Formal Project which aims to provide all local students with the opportunity to find their perfect formal outfit Ms Whitney has undertaken a variety of roles within the organisation and has volunteered throughout school holidays and on weekends Senior Citizen of the Year was awarded to Judith Trimboli for her long-standing advocacy for senior rights in Campbelltown Ms Trimboli has also undertaken tireless work for numerous local community groups including Cyber Seekers the Campbelltown and Airds Historical Society and Campbelltown Seniors Issues and Interest Group Bradbury Preschool was acknowledged as Environmental Citizen of the Year for implementing several in-house environmental programs This has included regular clean-up initiatives at Fishers Ghost Creek and Reserve as well as weekly 'Bush Kindy' sessions at the reserve so students can experience extended periods of play in nature Aleksandra Stoilova was named Sportsperson of the Year in recognition of her outstanding achievements in athletics This included being crowned an Australian champion at the Women's U20s National 100m Championships representing her nation at the Paris Olympic Games and reaching the finals at the World Athletics Championships in Peru Community Group Initiative of the Year was awarded to the Campbelltown and Airds Historical Society for their ongoing commitment to preserving and celebrating our area's history this group of passionate volunteers have collected and preserved artefacts photographs and cultural records from Campbelltown and surrounding areas displaying them so that Campbelltown's history is presented to the community The volunteer members facilitate the celebration of local historical events and they also assist residents with the investigation of their local histories They have researched and produced books detailing local historical events and they also produce an informative newsletter Tipi Kato received the Diversity and Inclusion Award for his outstanding contribution to the Ao Sinasino Samoan Seniors Campbelltown Group Mr Kato has also volunteered at Rosemeadow and Ambarvale high schools distributed food hampers to local families and participated in youth programs An elected Dutton Liberal Government will commit $3.7 million to upgrade Campbelltown Sports Stadium – one of NSW's premier regional football stadiums – supporting the growth of women’s sport and enhancing spectator experience Donations by individuals to registered political parties of between $2 and $1,500 in a financial year are tax deductible. Phone: 02 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Authorised by Chris StoneLiberal Party of Australia 131 Macquarie StreetSydney NSW 2000Phone: (02) 8356 0300 Privacy Policy Campbelltown CBD has burst into life as Ramadan Nights returns from this evening 27th till 29th March drawing residents and visitors alike to indulge in vibrant festivities Lithgow Street has on offer an array of food and market stalls echoing the warmth and unity of this sacred Muslim tradition “Ramadan is a time of self-reflection and togetherness for Muslims and this event recognises an important time of year for so many in our community,” said Campbelltown Councillor Masood Ibrahim Khalil “Festivals like Ramadan on Q allow people to appreciate the rich tapestry of our culture and gather in the true spirit of Ramadan.” the event was launched with a ribbon-cutting by Kallil Ayshan one of the oldest local residents of Middle Eastern heritage along with Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound Ramadan Nights has grown in scale thanks to a combined effort of private fundraisers and a notable in-kind contribution from Campbelltown City Council which hopefully has set the benchmark for other community driven festivals in the spirit of an even playing field “We have received great public support in the festival lead up,” Campbelltown Councillor Khaled Halabi said “People from many different cultural backgrounds are coming together to learn about each other’s traditions and enjoy a vibrant night out.” Mayor Lound underscored the significance of the festivities “We are proud to see our community come together to celebrate Ramadan It shows how we honour diversity and build bridges across different faiths and cultures.” gendered prayer spaces will be available each night ensuring the celebration remains welcoming and inclusive for all the Mayor of Campbelltown is a fair dinkum especially when it comes to the big two sporting organisations that represent Campbelltown at the highest level Macarthur FC in the A-League and Wests Tigers in the NRL having been on Campbelltown Council for more than 12 years he knows where improvements are needed most when it comes to our sporting facilities is fairly old and we definitely do need an upgrade from the sun or the rain,’’ he tells the South Wests Voice when we sit down for his first major media interview since his election on October 16 last year “The corporate facilities have also aged: they’re OK but I would like that any upgrade funding we get goes towards general admission seats as well as the corporate facilities at Campbelltown Stadium,’’ Cr Lound said While the mayor is obviously happy the Bulls already play all of their home games at Campbelltown he wants to see a similar commitment from the Wests Tigers to get funding for an upgrade this will have to be the case I would like to see the Wests Tigers stick to their heartlands at Campbelltown and Leichhardt,’’ says Cr Lound “But I really do think that with our juniors and the growth out here we’d want to see the Tigers play around eight games here “I will be calling on the Tigers to play eight nine games here and only 3-4 at Leichhardt in the future “I hope to sit around the table with the Tigers to see if we can bring that about.’’ For years Darcy Lound was called the “mayor of Minto’’ because it’s where he was brought up and still lives there with his family There were plenty of people who didn’t think he’d make it as mayor Slowly but surely Mayor Darcy Lound is proving the doubters wrong But you get the feeling his best is yet to come He says he’s about to launch a new initiative which will have him out and about out in the community on the first day of the working week “I will be going to all the parts of the local government area to meet the community and have a chat with them,’’ he says being the mayor and civic leader of Campbelltown “I am also enjoying working a lot closely with the CEO and the senior staff to get a better understanding of how we do things “But I am also enjoying the challenges of making Campbelltown an even better place to live,’’ he says One of his personal goals as mayor is to set the foundations for the development of the Campbelltown railway corridor The state government wants to see more housing near railway stations as part of the solution to the housing shortage crisis I want to move as fast as I can to set the tone for the developments to come,’’ says Cr Lound “My aim is to give young families an opportunity to buy a home to provide housing opportunity here in Campbelltown.’’ That’s great that the Mayor wants more games but maybe he should tell that to the management of the Council who knocked back the Wests Tigers when they wanted to play an extra game against the Sharks at Campbelltown on the Anzac Day weekend More than 150 students attended Wests Tigers Pasifika Youth Summit in Campbelltown in an outstanding display of passion and culture the event helped young Pasifika students from across Wests Tigers’ catchment areas connect with their heritage and set goals for the future The Wests Tigers Empower Community Program event culminated in the boys performing a haka and the girls demonstrating a traditional Samoan dance The summit was attended by several special guests Kit spoke with pride when discussing the opportunity Wednesday’s event provided for the youth in attendance so this is a learning experience for me,” the 19-year-old lock forward explained I didn't really accept who I was because I hated the stereotype of Samoans having to be certain things in their future I never had programs like this growing up in school and this is an opportunity to showcase what it means to be a Pacific Islander was instrumental in organising the program and was ecstatic at the initiative students displayed in participating in the day’s activities participated in a Youth Summit event when he was in high school inspiring him to share his experiences with the next generation of Pasifika youth “I think the only way that we're going to get better in terms of creating a better culture for our younger people is by continuing to put on events like this,” Tuala said “Having these young Pasifika players come down and be a role model for these other kids is really inspiring to see and they're so open and honest about their experiences as well Pasifika people connect like no other culture “So I think for those kids that are coming from schools that don't have too many Pasifika students it's really enjoyable for them to have such an amazing experience as today’s one.” Students such as Jewlius Cowley from Thomas Hassall Anglican College will aim to take their learnings from the summit back to their respective schools “It feels good because I get to be around people that I know what they're like and how they feel,” Cowley said “It's good to be at these sorts of events because we can learn a lot more and then take it back to school; if cultural days happen “My culture is really important because that's where I'm from that's where my parents and my grandparents originated from The Pasifika Youth Summit is just one of many initiatives planned for the Campbelltown and Macarthur region in 2025 South-west-based fans thinking of joining the Wests Tigers Jungle can sign up for Membership at our Campbelltown office on Blaxland Rd Landcom has unveiled a proposal to add 375 homes to the already approved 1,250 at Macarthur Gardens North the revised plan would see building heights ranging from nine to 24 storeys all just minutes from Macarthur train station and Macarthur Square and this new planning pathway will enable us to deliver these types of homes faster,” said Minister for Planning and Public Spaces The project has received enthusiastic support from local leaders with Member for Campbelltown Greg Warren calling it “welcome news…it will help to deliver long term Campbelltown Mayor Darcy Lound urged residents to weigh in during the public exhibition “The voice of the community is crucial in shaping developments like this.” a final decision is expected later this year Redemption was the name of the game as the two previous Federation Cup runner-ups met in the 2024 decider Image: Campbelltown City celebrate winning the Federation Cup Final (Image: Ben Blaess/BDb.media) Both teams have been waiting a long time for the Federation Cup to return to their clubrooms while Campbelltown City's last cup triumph also came in the previous millennium when they defeated Salisbury United in 1994 Tense starts are not foreign to the finals of any sport but the Campbelltown attack lifted that tension early with a moment of brilliance Yohei Matsumoto's intelligent dummy allowed the ball to reach Alex Mullen on the wing before Campbelltown's captain flicked it back to his charging winger The play caught the Jets backline by surprise and Matsumoto's delivery put the ball on a silver platter for Marc Marino to open the scoring in the 13th minute Image: Marc Marino celebrates opening the scoring for Campbelltown City against Modbury Jets (Image: Ben Blaess/BDb.media) Yohei Matsumoto continued to stand out in the first 30 minutes and threatened to double Campbelltown's lead uncharacteristically forcing Maurice Natale to his bench early The Modbury coach replaced fullback Jokew Wuol with Giuseppe Macheda a midfielder who was unfortunate not to start The score stayed the same heading into the break Matsumoto blasted an opportunity over the bar from close range while the Jets attacking Hamish McCabe and Francesco Schimizzi fed off scraps After a meek display in the final third during the first half the message at the break was clear for the Jets after captain Jesse Francesca forced Alex Woodlands into a reflex save within two minutes of the restart The Jets were able to match the Red Devils on the field early in the second half but their inability to make the most of their chances left the door open for Campbelltown City to put the game to bed Alex Mullen continued pushing and making life hard for his markers When he played a ball into space for Josh Mori finishing emphatically past Ryan Neild to make it two in the 66th minute The Jets goalkeeper was forced into a strong save in the next Campbelltown attack but he was powerless to stop Mori from scoring his second goal after Marc Marino picked him out in the box with time and space to find the bottom corner five minutes later Image: Josh Mori moments after sealing the Federation Cup Final for Campbelltown City (Image: Ben Blaess/BDb.media) Campbelltown City's triumph meant the club not only won its first Federation Cup Final since 1994 but also marked Michael Matricciani's first trophy in charge of the Red Devils The 2024 Federation Cup also ended Campbelltown's trophyless run which stretches back to the 2020 NPL SA Grand Final while Maurice Natale's Modbury Jets have enjoyed a fairytale rise in the past three seasons their record continues to disappoint when silverware is on the line Despite making the 2021 and 2024 Federation Cup Finals and the 2022 NPL SA Grand Final the Jets have only scored two goals while conceding a whopping 15 Football SA NTC also claimed silverware in the Under 18s Final Adelaide Croatia Raiders also overcame Croydon FC in the Reserves Cup 3-2 in a penalty shootout.  Thousands of families in Campbelltown will soon benefit from a major public education boost with six new public preschools on the way under the NSW Government’s landmark expansion play-based programs to help local children thrive early childhood education is something that will be so valuable in our community,” said Member for Campbelltown Greg Warren These facilities are part of a wider plan to build 100 public preschools across NSW by 2027 with 40 already greenlit for construction in Western Sydney The $8.9 billion investment marks the largest preschool expansion in NSW history “The early stages of a child’s life are critical for their ongoing development,” Mr Warren added “The NSW Government is committed to ensuring that all children get the best start.” Deputy Premier Prue Car called it a game-changing move for Western Sydney families “We are on track to deliver the biggest expansion of public preschools in NSW history… in areas where they are needed most,” she said Find out how to vote Labor could now end up with seven councillors in the new Campbelltown Council following Saturday’s local government election As counting continues it looks like the Darcy Lound-led ALP ticket will be in a fight with Sustainable Australia Party for the 15th and last spot on the council The NSW Electoral Commission has counted 64,106 votes for Campbelltown which has a single ward system and 119,951 registered voters Sustainable Australia has received one quota as well as .55 of a quota which means its candidates in fifth and sixth spot Isabella Wisniewska and Ash Rahman will be elected to council The question is whether its candidate in seventh spot on the ticket will join the other six Labor councillors-elect Seven councillors would also deliver the mayoralty to Darcy Lound and Labor for four years The next biggest block on the new council will be Community First Totally Independent Party Community First Totally Independent is on 2.95 quotas so far Community Voice Australia with 1.91 quotas will almost certainly have two councillors in the chamber Macarthur Greens are pretty confident they will also have two Also set to be elected for the first time is Adam Zahra who is on .91 of a quota Mr Zahra is a member of One Nation but stood as an independent at this election The other noteworthy aspect of the election was the huge number of informal votes: 22.31 percent at the moment most of them expected to be Liberal Party voters who had none of their party’s candidates they could support both former mayors Therese Fedeli (Liberal Party) and Ashleigh Cagney (Labor) have been returned in central ward and could once again be contesting for the top job Vince Ferreri picked up 1.84 quotas in north ward while Rose Sicari has 1.25 quotas in south ward as well as Matt Gould being returned as mayor with a thumping majority his group in north ward have 3.47 quotas as counting continues while in east ward Matthew Deeth and Suzy Brandstater both have received one quota with Benn Banasik sitting on .96 of a quota 12th June 2024 - Campbelltown’s Billabong Parklands gets grand opening 28th November 2023 - Opening of Campbelltown Billabong Parklands delayed to 2024 20th November 2021 - Unsafe playing surface sees A-League fixture relocated from Campbelltown Stadium 15th August 2020 - Construction starts on new playspaces in Campbelltown 2nd December 2024 - CME Group secures multiple awards for Adelaide Oval innovative lighting transition 31st July 2024 - New lighting installed for tennis courts at Blacktown’s Jonas Bradley Reserve 14th February 2024 - GLP spotlight their innovative touring lighting solutions for event venues 26th September 2023 - Latrobe City Council completes lighting projects at five different sports sites 4th September 2023 - LED lighting upgrade creates safer and more inclusive space at Grafton Regional Hockey Complex 11th August 2023 - Sports lighting at Rockhampton’s Kettle Park to deliver increased opportunities 23rd April 2023 - Lighting up remote Northern Territory sporting grounds 29th March 2023 - Nillumbik sporting clubs receive upgraded lighting About 6.30am today officers attached to Campbelltown City Police Area Command were called to southbound on the Hume Highway Emergency services attended and found two trucks had collided Fire and Rescue NSW officers attended and extinguished the blaze NSW Police said one driver died at the scene and is yet to be formally identified NSW Ambulance paramedics have treated the second driver at the scene for various injuries before being taken to hospital A crime scene has been established and officers from the Crash Investigation Unit have commenced inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident All southbound lanes of the Hume Motorway are closed at Blair Athol, near Campbelltown and surrounding local roads are being impacted. Diversions are in place and suitable for all vehicles. For more information visit www.livetraffic.com A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 UPDATE – 10.30am: Sadly, NSW Police now report that one of the drivers has died Comment * document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "aa1be93bee743f8ff21803647fb2c984" );document.getElementById("g3bfc1e4af").setAttribute( "id" and website in this browser for the next time I comment.