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20 November 2024
LOCAL TAFE STUDENTS REACH FULL THROTTLE
Kawasaki donates bike to Mt Druitt
WESTERN Sydney’s aspiring motor mechanics can now master the trade on a brand-new motorcycle donated to TAFE NSW by Kawasaki Motors Australia.
09 November 2024
BREASTSCREEN NSW SERVICE FOR BLACKTOWN
Permanent seven-day support for region
NEW permanent BreastScreen NSW clinic will soon be available in Blacktown, providing women in the community with access to free breast screening services all year round.
NEW permanent BreastScreen NSW clinic will soon be available in Blacktown, providing women in the community with access to free breast screening services all year round.
05 November 2024
HEALTHY LIVING TOONGABBIE FORUM
Your guide to ageing well
DID you know that almost 4000 people living with type 2 diabetes develop dementia annually?
01 November 2024
COMMUNITY OUTRAGE AT BANK BRANCH CLOSURE
Commonwealth Bank to shut down Doonside
THE Commonwealth Bank’s announcement that it plans to close its Doonside branch has been met with outrage as local MPs, businesses, Council and residents condemning the decision.
22 October 2024
DEL RIO RIVERSIDE RESORT FOR SALE
After 45 years iconic venue hits the market
\AFTER 45 years as a beloved, family-run business, Del Rio Riverside Resort, located on the banks of the picturesque Hawkesbury River, is for sale.
22 October 2024
REPORT BACKS SCHOOL PHONE BAN DECISION
Local schools report better student focus
THE NSW Government’s decision to ban mobile phones in all NSW public schools has improved student learning, concentration, and encouraged young people to socialise more, according to a survey by the NSW Department of Education.
One year on from the change, a survey of almost 1,000 public school principals found close to universal support for the ban, at 95 per cent, and most say removing the unnecessary distraction has improved students’ focus and reduced social isolation.
17 October 2024
WORKERS FUNDS 17 LOCAL PROJECTS
The charities that benefit from grants
ANOTHER $270,930 has been formally distributed to 17 local charities and community initiatives by Workers Lifestyle Group recently.
10 October 2024
BRAD BUNTING RETURNED AS MAYOR
Focus on delivering major development projects
BLACKTOWN City Mayor Brad Bunting has been re-elected to the top job for NSW’s largest council, following an extraordinary meeting this week.
BLACKTOWN City Mayor Brad Bunting has been re-elected to the top job for NSW’s largest council, following an extraordinary meeting this week.
05 October 2024
YOUR QUEENSTOWN FAMILY GETAWAY
Stunning scenery and friendly locals
By Travel Editor EMMA WILSON
IT’S just across the ditch and you’ve completely forgotten it exists, but Queenstown is an easy family holiday for every age group. For an overseas destination it truly is Sydney’s easiest destination.
04 October 2024
FOOTY FANS KICK ON AFTER NRL GRAND FINAL
Special extended trading at pubs and clubs
NRL fans will be able to enjoy footy fever together for longer after this weekend’s grand final with pubs, clubs and bars to stay open later, thanks to the NSW Government’s special event extended trading.