SWR Triple 9 FM will be broadcasting LIVE from the top of The Rooty Hill, once again! Make sure you come and say g'day to the SWR Crew at the top of the hill!

Enjoy all the festivities of Australia Day 2019 at Blacktown City Council's Australia Day Celebrations!


The Rooty Hill will host an array of activities including free amusement rides and Australiana demonstrations, ahead of a spectacular fireworks display.


Featuring live performances by headliners The Screaming Jets and TMG as well as Boys Light Up, Original Sin INXS Show and Oz Icons. 


The Rooty Hill is a 10 minute walk from Rooty Hill Railway Station or can be accessed by car via Eastern Road, Rooty Hill. Limited free parking is available.


Stage Program
3.30 pm Gates open on Eastern Road, Rooty Hill
4.00 pm Boys Light Up
5.00 pm Original Sin INXS Show
6.00 pm Oz Icons
7.00 pm TMG
8.15 pm The Screaming Jets
9.15 pm Fireworks Spectacular
9.30 pm Event Close


Australia Day 2018 is proudly presented by Blacktown City Council and supported by
​Featherdale Wildlife Park

A free, fun-filled evening of celebrations in the Auburn Botanic Gardens on Saturday 8 December from 5pm.

Auburn Botanic Gardens will be turned into a magical Grinch themed wonderland for one special night this Christmas where things have turned decidedly ‘green’ as Dr Seuss’ beloved Grinch helps us remember the true meaning of Christmas…. You might even cross paths with the Grinch himself.


This year's Christmas in the Gardens is free and features Christmas lights, Christmas carols by local community groups, free rides and Christmas activities, Dr. Seuss themed foods and an open air movie screening. Please bring your own blanket and pillow to sit on in the Amphitheatre.


Entertainment line up

• Christmas Carols with Holroyd Brass Band - 6pm
• Christmas Carols with Cumberland Community Choir - 7pm
• Meet the Grinch at the Grinch's Lair - 5pm to 9pm
• Grinch’s Disco Party - 5pm to 9pm
• Whoville Carnival rides - 5pm to 9pm
• Face Painting and Grinch Christmas Cookie Making - 5pm to 9pm
• Movie screening of the Dr. Seuss classic ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ starring Jim Carrey (Rated PG). The movie starts at 8.00pm at the Mt Crumpit Open Air Cinema Amphitheatre.

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Our first Bunnings BBQ was a success! The SWR Triple 9 FM Team was at Bunnings Warehouse Blacktown on Sunday 2nd December, and we sold over 600 sausages! Thanks to all the fans that came down to say G'day!

Special hanks to Woodcroft Quality Meats who supplied us with their award-winning snags!

Our next Bunnings BBQ will be at Bunnings Lidcombe on Parramatta Road on the 29th December!

Make sure you pop-by and grab yourself a sausage sanga!

And remember..... onions on the bottom!

Thursday 29th November 6:00PM - 9:00PM

Blacktown City will welcome the 2018 festive season with it's annual Christmas tree light up and concert in the Civic Plaza, from 6 pm to 9 pm.

The evening will also include the Lady Mayoress Christmas Gift Appeal.

Local residents can enjoy a free Christmas Concert featuring:

• free DreamWorks Trolls kids show at 7.45pm (meet and greet characters at 6pm & 7pm)
• live stage performances by local community groups
• Christmas carols
• kids Christmas show
• free face painting
• a visit from Santa Claus

​At 8.45 pm, the iconic Christmas tree will be lit up, showcasing it's fairy light and decorations.

Funded by a Library Council of NSW grant, Studio 2166 along with complementary initiatives the Workary and lab.LX, reflects the evolving role of libraries from being just about books to centres for creative activity.


The Workary is a permanent addition to Whitlam Library and is a dedicated space, designed specifically for local business people, entrepreneurs and business students.


The space seats more than 100 people and has has four specifically-designed meeting rooms, free shared work areas, free Wi-Fi access, lockers, access to expert business resources and an onsite cafe.
The Workary, built thanks to a State Library of NSW grant, will also host seminars and workshops covering a wide range of business topics.


“Business inspiration happens at the Workary, Whitlam Library’s new co-working space in the heart of Cabramatta,” mayor Carbone said.


“Residents can work, connect and learn in a space dedicated to cultivating and supporting local businesses and start-ups. 

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The Live Radio Gig 2018 is right around the corner! And this year Ettamogah Hotel is hosting another big evening of live local music.

Saturday October 13th from 4pm come on out and enjoy some great live music, grab some dinner at the bistro, plus the kids arcade, and playground will keep the young ones entertained.

It’s sure to be a great night, and will be all on SWR Triple 9 FM LIVE from 5pm.
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SWR Triple 9 FM and the Ettamogah Hotel, supporting live local music!

There will be an abundance of fresh produce, local eggs, homemade items, local honey, plants, flowers, preserves, herbs and spices, jams and chutneys and many more amazing stalls.

Bring along the family to enjoy a bacon and egg roll, supporting our local Lions and Rotary Clubs. With live performances from local talent, coffee, free face painting and your chance to win 1 of 3 $50 vouchers**- there is something for everyone!

Kids can enjoy a hands-on farm experience at the free petting zoo, with an array of farm animals including rabbits, guinea pigs, lambs, chooks, and even a calf and mini pony!

**Total of 3, $50 vouchers to be won. Receive 1 raffle ticket with every purchase made at the Lions/Rotary BBQ. Raffle to be drawn at midday. A notification will be made to winners following the market. Winners will have a chance to spend their voucher at participating stalls at the following market.

Remember to bring your reusable shopping bags for any purchases!
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Parking available in Max Webber Library and Blacktown City Council Civic Centre (entry via Campbell Street)