Member for Leppington, Nathan Hagarty, has been appointed as the new Government Whip for the NSW Labor Government. The announcement follows the appointment of former Whip Steve Whan MP to Minister for TAFE, Skills and Training. Mr Hagarty said he is humbled by the appointment and understands the great responsibility the position holds. The appointment became effective Tuesday 19 October. …

Seventeen pedestrian crossings and footpaths across Canterbury-Bankstown are being upgraded to provide safer conditions for children, parents and commuters alike. Mayor Bilal El-Hayek said safety is one of Council’s top priorities and these projects will ensure children are not put at greater risk when walking around the City. “More than 58,000 children go to school across Canterbury-Bankstown every day and …

CHARISHMA KALIYANDA MP MEMBER FOR LIVERPOOL The dedication, compassion and ingenuity of healthcare staff and volunteers across the state has been celebrated at the 25th annual NSW Health Awards. Professor Josephine Chow from South-Western Sydney Local Health District was awarded the Staff Member of the Year. Member for Liverpool Charishma Kaliyanda said she was so pleased and proud to see …

Member for Leppington, Nathan Hagarty, has sent his well wishes to all year 12 students beginning their HSC exams. Mr Hagarty said he was proud of the 1,454 students from Leppington who have worked hard and persevered through a challenging year. The HSC written exams will run from October 11 to November 5, with more than 70,000 students across NSW …

Being Australian means being a good mate. The type of person who is always first to step up, serve their community and help the people around them. The City of Canterbury Bankstown acknowledges the hard work and contribution of five individuals and one organisation who demonstrate what being Australian is all about at the annual Australia Day Award ceremony. Council …

The Arab Australian Federation (AAF) is deeply horrified by the escalating events in Palestine and Israel in recent days, which have led to an increasing loss of innocent civilian lives. We are also profoundly concerned about Australia’s unilateral stance on the situation and its unquestioning support of Israel, a stance that is deeply troubling. The violence that we are witnessing …

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 …