Regional Progress
Thursday, 09 October 2025 13:56
BANDICOOTS IN THE HAWKESBURY
From ashes to a quiet comeback
By TOM COVELL | Hooked on Nature
WHEN the Black Summer fires tore through the Hawkesbury in 2019–20, the images that lingered were of blackened ridgelines and silent forests.
Wednesday, 01 October 2025 10:44
PARTNERSHIP LAUNCHES LOCAL SPACE INDUSTRY
Advanced space tech in Western Sydney
A PARTNERSHIP between the NSW Government and leading Australian space technology business Space Machines Company is lifting off, establishing Bradfield as a manufacturing hub for critical space infrastructure like satellites that will help safeguard space for Australia and our allies.
Saturday, 20 September 2025 20:57
PENRITH STADIUM POWERS AHEAD
Building partnerships to local fims
THE transformation of Penrith Stadium by the NSW Government is powering ahead, with both grandstands now demolished, paving the way for major construction to begin.
Wednesday, 27 August 2025 07:58
HAMMON FAMILY BUYS SYDNEY ZOO
Global focus for new owner
SYDNEY Zoo has announced that its Board has endorsed family-owned tourism and attractions group Hammons Holdings as buyer of Sydney Zoo.
Thursday, 24 July 2025 08:50
SBS SHORTLISTS WESTERN SYDNEY OPTIONS
Broadcaster plans regional media hub
SBS has shortlisted proposals received in response to its recent Request for Expressions of Interest (EOI) process for the location of its planned new production hub and talent incubator in Western Sydney.
Tuesday, 15 July 2025 11:18
INDUSTRY CALLED TO DELIVER ROADS BOOM
$2.24B transformation for AIRPORT
THREE major arterial roads in Western Sydney will be transformed as the region braces for an airport boom, with the Federal and NSW Governments calling on industry to deliver critical upgrades worth $2.24B.
Wednesday, 28 May 2025 18:36
PRECEDENT LAUNCHES TWO AWARDS PROGRAMS
Biggest celebration for small business excellence
ENTRIES are officially open for two national awards programs in the 2025 Australian Small Business Champion Awards–one for trades businesses, and one for professional Services.
Wednesday, 28 May 2025 11:49
HISTORIC RICHMOND COURT HOUSE UPGRADE
New hub to support veterans and families
THE NSW Government is partnering with the Commonwealth Department of Veterans’ Affairs and RSL LifeCare to announce the repurpose of Richmond Court House to develop a new Veterans’ and Families’ Hub that will support veterans and their families in the Hawkesbury.
Thursday, 08 May 2025 13:32
$200M ROUSE HILL TOWN CENTRE EXPANSION
Continued growth and investment in Western Sydney
THE GPT Group (GPT) has started construction on the highly-anticipated expansion of Rouse Hill Town Centre (RHTC), marking a significant milestone in its long-term strategy to grow and evolve its retail assets in high-growth corridors.
Wednesday, 26 March 2025 10:17
CBN RETURNS TO ZEST SPONSORSHIP FOR 2025
Region's premier program for unsung heroes
THE countdown to the highly anticipated 15th annual ZEST Awards has begun and Community Broadcast Network (CBN) has returned as the prestigious event's media partner.
