Man charged following Lidcombe shooting

Task Force Magnus detectives have charged a man following an investigation into shots fired in a Lidcombe house earlier this year. Task Force Magnus was...

Everything you need to know about Real Festival this weekend

This weekend, Real Festival is heading back to Tench Reserve, and it’s guaranteeing an unforgettable experience for the whole family.

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Look out, magpies about! Swooping season begins

If you’ve spent much time out and about lately, you’d know that magpie swooping season is well underway.

Western Sydney University journalism students take on Japan

Western Sydney University (WSU) journalism students have recently spent two weeks immersing themselves in the rich history and culture of Japan, while learning about...

Appeal to locate missing Merrylands man

Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a man reported missing from Merrylands. Lenny Hillier, aged 48, was last seen in Neil Street, Merrylands,...

Parramatta Lanes returns this October

Parramatta Lanes promises to be bigger and better than ever when it returns this October, with 15 locations hosting more than 120 musicians, 45...

CCTV released as investigations continue into armed robbery

Police have released CCTV as investigations continue into an armed robbery in Epping earlier this year. About 7.40pm on Friday, January 6, police have been...

Plan to re-build historic Willow Grove axed

Labor has announced it will not proceed with a costly rebuild of Willow Grove in Parramatta.

Cumberland Council pushes for Silverwater Metro Station

Cumberland Council is calling on the NSW Government for better public transport – including a Metro Station at Silverwater.

Merrylands Swimming Centre will finally get upgraded but how long will it take?

As the Merrylands population continues to soar, Cumberland Council has said the “time is now” to upgrade a well-loved local pool.