A cross-section of New South Wales politicians, including several Labor members and one Liberal MP, has issued a letter stating they stand with Palestinians and the Palestinian-Australian community “facing a catastrophic crisis”. The group, which calls itself the NSW Parliamentary Friends of Palestine, is co-chaired by Labor MP Julia Finn and Greens MP Jenny Leong. Its letter has signatures from 22 sitting parliamentarians, including 16 who are part of …

In the vibrant athletic field of the Crest Sporting Complex in Bass Hill, the atmosphere was electric and the stands were full of passionate fans, all gathered to witness the spectacular Grand Finals of the ALFA (Australian Lebanese Football Association) Cup 2023. With semi-finals and finals unfolding in a ground that echoed with cheers, jeers, and the unified chants of …

City of Parramatta is calling for more state and federal funding to help local councils fast-track their transformation of sporting facilities to be more female friendly. Lord Mayor Cr Pierre Esber said Council was committed to ensuring its 33 sportsgrounds and pavilions met the needs of all players and supported the City’s fast-growing population. “Equal access to facilities that support …

With local children headed back to school this week, the City of Canterbury Bankstown is urging motorists to take extra care in and around school zones. In a Council campaign to promote school zone safety, parents and carers are being reminded to follow the road rules and “don’t lose your licence”. Earlwood father of three Alex Biasatto hasn’t missed his …

Charishma Kaliyanda MP 1364 Liverpool HSC students begin their 2023 HSC exams today, starting with English Paper 1, before finishing with Food Technology on November 3. “The HSC Class of 2023 have been working hard to get to this point and Liverpool students deserve to feel proud of all that they have already achieved”, Deputy Premier and Minister for Education …

City of Canterbury Bankstown is hosting information sessions this October to help community members cope with the cost of living crisis. The free Savings Finder Information Sessions will be held at Canterbury-Bankstown libraries, and are aimed helping people living on aged pensions navigate the NSW Government Savings Finder website. During each session, a specialist from Service NSW will provide information …

Member for Leppington, Nathan Hagarty, is today encouraging community organisations and local councils across Leppington to submit their grant applications for the Community Building Partnership (CBP) program to help make their town or suburb a better place to live, work, learn and play. The program invests in infrastructure projects that deliver positive social, environmental and recreational outcomes while promoting community …

Residents will be able to watch how firefighters cut open a vehicle, see first aiders in action and encounter a surf lifesaving virtual reality demonstration at CBCity’s annual Community Safety Expo. They will also have the opportunity to meet local safety and emergency services including police, firefighters, paramedics and SES volunteers to learn about their work to keep the community …

Dear resident, Saying ‘yes’ is sometimes difficult, but the outcome can be momentous. Three letters which can define a nation and send a very powerful message of reconciliation and recognition to the First Nations People of Australia. Across our country, from the remote lands at the northernmost tip of Australia to our southern point, from the east to the west, …

Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese has launched a book by Dr. Andrew Charlton MP (Federal Member for Parramatta) “Australia’s Pivot to India” a crowd of over 550 attended the event include Australian Parliamentarians, councilors, community leaders, the World Observer Media and a large gathering of community members in the area. In Australia’s Pivot to India, Dr Charlton provides an …