Blacktown City Independent

Blacktown City Independent The Blacktown City Independent is a lifestyle magazine reflecting the hopes, concerns and interests Got a fabulous event coming up? Tell us all about it.

Launched in April 2021, we focus on good news and positivity. We love hearing about people who make a difference through sport, education, work, volunteer work, whatever it may be. We know there is no magazine without your stories so be sure to keep us up to date with who is doing what in the Blacktown region. Know someone who is kicking goals? Drop us a line! Head to http://hdinews.com.au/submit-

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Great rates and fantastic exposure. The Blacktown City Independent Magazine is the sister publication to the Hawkesbury District Independent Magazine, established in 2010, and Hills District Independent Magazine, established in 2015. It's all about local life, local people and local stories. Some of the best yarns and happenings are in your very own backyard! We look forward to bringing an interesting and positive read to you every month. Your Independent Team awaits you. PUBLISHER
Julie Ryan: 0421 574 093 [email protected]

EDITOR
Maryann Jenkins : 0427 442 452 [email protected]

SUB EDITOR
Lorraine Clifford: 0488 025 533 [email protected]

SALES
Susan Bird: 0415 202 380 [email protected]
Myee Lallyette: 0413 305 578 [email protected]
David Burnet: 0412 448 883 [email protected]

JOURNALISTS
Greg Martin: 0420 655 52 [email protected]
Patrick Staveley: 0406 225 405 [email protected]

FREELANCE WRITER
Lorna Gordon: 0402 596 244 [email protected]

PHOTOGRAPHER
Kathryn Johnston: 0422 404 366 [email protected]

SOCIAL MEDIA
Haley De Martin: 0408 634 583 [email protected]

DESIGN/PRODUCTION
Natwest Creative Designs
Natalie Reed: 0411 030 474 [email protected]

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Blacktown City Council has launched a 42-day community consultation on a proposed Special Rate Variation (SRV) โ€“ an...
02/10/2025

๐Ÿ˜๏ธ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Blacktown City Council has launched a 42-day community consultation on a proposed Special Rate Variation (SRV) โ€“ and they want to hear from YOU!
The proposal would help fund road and playground upgrades, maintain community facilities, support pools and libraries, and deliver two new public administration centres.
๐Ÿ“… From now until late October, residents and businesses can:
โœ”๏ธ Review detailed information
โœ”๏ธ Attend forums & local pop-up sessions
โœ”๏ธ Share feedback online, by mail, or in person
Mayor Brad Bunting says: โ€œWe want every resident and business to have the opportunity to see the full picture and have their say.โ€
Have your say and help shape the future of our city. ๐Ÿ’ฌ

Read more here:
https://joom.ag/Ht2d/p5

BLACKTOWNโ€™S FINEST ||Maryam ZahidMaryam Zahid has worked in the community for many years, but in 2017 she decided to tak...
01/10/2025

BLACKTOWNโ€™S FINEST ||Maryam Zahid

Maryam Zahid has worked in the community for many years, but in 2017 she decided to take the help to the community, rather than wait for people in need to come to her. This was the start of Afghan Women on the Move, a community not for profit organisation which helps to support local women.

Read more about Maryam and her work with Afghan Women on the Move on pages 6 and 7 of our October issue or access the digital article here:
https://joom.ag/Ht2d/p6

BASK IN THE GOLDEN GLOW OF THE WINDSOR GAS LAMP FESTIVALFestivities begin this Friday evening, 3 October, with Canapรฉs U...
30/09/2025

BASK IN THE GOLDEN GLOW OF THE WINDSOR GAS LAMP FESTIVAL

Festivities begin this Friday evening, 3 October, with Canapรฉs Under the Gas Lamps.

For $50 a head, townsfolk and visitors alike may stroll the gas lit streets, tasting delicate morsels and temperance drinks, while the soft flicker of the lamps whisper stories of yesteryear.

BOOKINGS ARE REQUIRED for this Friday evening, 3 October with Canapรฉs Under the Gas Lamps.
Grab your tickets now!
Contact 0418 491 288
or email [email protected]

LOCAL LIFE || Blacktown City responds to National Climate Report on extreme heat๐ŸŒณโ˜€๏ธ Blacktown City is taking action on e...
30/09/2025

LOCAL LIFE || Blacktown City responds to National Climate Report on extreme heat

๐ŸŒณโ˜€๏ธ Blacktown City is taking action on extreme heat! From planting thousands of trees to running โ€œBeat the Heatโ€ programs and creating safer, greener spaces, the Council is committed to protecting the community from rising temperatures.

Read more here:
https://joom.ag/Ht2d/p4

OCTOBER SPORT || with The Duckman, Harpo & TonyCatch up on your local sports news here: https://joom.ag/Ht2d/p21        ...
29/09/2025

OCTOBER SPORT || with The Duckman, Harpo & Tony

Catch up on your local sports news here: https://joom.ag/Ht2d/p21

โœˆ๏ธโ€ผ๏ธ๐Ÿšฆ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ
25/09/2025

โœˆ๏ธโ€ผ๏ธ๐Ÿšฆ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

โœˆ๏ธ No planes this weekend? I mean plans? The sold-out Royal Australian Air Force Richmond Airshow is on this Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 September! 40,000 people will be jetting to the Airshow each day, so leave the car at home as traffic will be heavy.

๐Ÿš— Driving? You'll need to have pre-purchased a parking ticket online. Allow extra travel time on the roads and carpool with your group. Access to parking sites is via Blacktown Road only. Be aware that special event clearways will be in effect on streets around the airbase so check signage carefully to avoid being towed.

๐Ÿš† Extra trains will run to and from Clarendon. Travel on public transport is included with event tickets so take advantage and fly past traffic delays.

๐ŸšŒ Event shuttle buses will be running between Tallawong Metro Station and Schofields Train Station to help attendees connect with trains to Clarendon. Event buses will also run between Penrith and Clarendon each day.

โ„น๏ธ For more information head to our events page here ๐Ÿ‘‡
www.transportnsw.info/raaf-airshow

Can you help? ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ
24/09/2025

Can you help? ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

๐Ÿพ Help Us Keep Tails Wagging at BARC! ๐Ÿงธ๐Ÿงป๐Ÿ–

Weโ€™re calling on our amazing community to help us stock up on enrichment goodies for the dogs in our care. These simple items make a world of difference, keeping our pups mentally stimulated, happy, and entertained while they wait for their forever homes.

Weโ€™re currently collecting:

โœ… Empty toilet paper rolls
โœ… Soft toys (unused or still in packaging โ€” no beans or hard parts, please!)
โœ… Dog treats (training sized treats, any size or flavour welcome!)
โœ… Empty egg cartons

Whether itโ€™s something to chew, sniff, or shred, your donations help us create joyful moments for our dogs every single day.

Donations can be dropped off at the shelter or handed to a staff member during your visit. Every roll, toy, and treat brings a smile to a furry face ๐Ÿ’›

Thank you for being part of their journey!

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday 8:30am โ€“ 4:30pm
Saturday to Sunday 9:00am โ€“ 1:00pm

Address: 20 Owen Street, Glendenning
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 5300 6000

Rehoming Organisation Number: R2510000103

October Issue || COMING SOONOur October issue will be on the streets and online this Friday, 26 September.Find your clos...
23/09/2025

October Issue || COMING SOON

Our October issue will be on the streets and online this Friday, 26 September.

Find your closest distribution point, subscribe or read online ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://theindependentmagazine.com.au

School holidays are coming! Grab the hottest ticket in town ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ
22/09/2025

School holidays are coming!
Grab the hottest ticket in town
๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

Ticket to Fun Make the most of these school holidays with Westpoint's Ticket to Fun!ย Purchase your ticket and unlock a world of entertainment and dining offers on Level 4. Whether you're looking to keep the kids entertained with movies and Timezone or seeking a fun-filled day of bowling and axe thr...

๐ŸŽกโœจ Youโ€™re invited to a night of food, fun & fireworks! โœจ๐ŸŽกJoin the fun at Mountain View Adventist College Family Festival...
21/09/2025

๐ŸŽกโœจ Youโ€™re invited to a night of food, fun & fireworks! โœจ๐ŸŽก

Join the fun at Mountain View Adventist College Family Festival on Tuesday 30th September, 4pm โ€“ 9pm at 41 Doonside Rd, Doonside. ๐ŸŽ‰
๐Ÿ” Food trucks & market stalls
๐ŸŽ  Carnival rides
๐Ÿš— Car show
๐Ÿพ Animal encounters
๐ŸŽ† Fireworks spectacular at 8pm!
๐ŸŽŸ FREE ENTRY โ€“ Everyone welcome!
๐Ÿ’ซ Unlimited ride wristbands just $35 (pre-purchase by 28th Sept).
๐Ÿ‘‰ Book now at: mvac.adventist.edu.au

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