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City of Campbelltown
New South Wales
Campbelltown lga sydney.png
Population
 • Density 509.4/km2 (1,319/sq mi)
Established 1882 (Municipality)
4 May 1968 (as a city)
Area 312 km2 (120.5 sq mi)
Mayor George Greiss (Liberal)
Council seat Campbelltown
Region Greater Western Sydney
State electorate(s)
  • Campbelltown
  • Macquarie Fields
  • Camden
  • Wollondilly
Federal Division(s)
Campbelltown City Council.svg
Website City of Campbelltown
LGAs around City of Campbelltown:
Camden Liverpool
Camden City of Campbelltown Sutherland
Wollondilly Wollondilly Wollongong

The City of Campbelltown is a special area in south-western Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, that has its own local government. It's located about 55 kilometres (34 miles) south-west of Sydney's main city area and covers about 312 square kilometres (120 square miles).

The person in charge of the City of Campbelltown is the mayor, Cr. George Greiss, who is part of the Liberal Party.

Who Lives in Campbelltown?

This section tells us about the people who live in Campbelltown.

Population and Age

In 2016, there were about 157,000 people living in the Campbelltown area. Slightly more than half were female (51%) and the rest were male (49%).

The average age of people in Campbelltown was 34 years old. This is a bit younger than the average age for all of Australia, which was 37 years. About 21.6% of the population were kids aged 0 to 14 years, and 11.8% were people aged 65 and over.

Between 2001 and 2021, the population of Campbelltown grew from about 145,000 to over 176,000 people. This shows that more and more people are choosing to live in this area.

Cultural Backgrounds

Campbelltown is a very diverse place, meaning people from many different backgrounds live there.

  • Ancestry: In 2021, the most common ancestries people identified with were Australian, English, Indian, Irish, and Scottish.
  • Countries of Birth: While most people were born in Australia, many residents also came from countries like India, Bangladesh, the Philippines, New Zealand, and Nepal.
  • Languages: After English, the most common languages spoken at home in 2021 were Arabic, Bengali, Nepali, Hindi, and Samoan. This shows the rich mix of cultures in the city.
  • Religions: The main religious groups in Campbelltown are Catholic, people with no religion, Islam, Anglican, and Hinduism.

How the City is Governed

Your Local Council

The Campbelltown City Council is made up of 15 councillors. These councillors are chosen by the people living in Campbelltown in an election every four years. The mayor is then chosen by these councillors at their first meeting.

The most recent election was in December 2021. Here's how the council is made up:

Party Councillors
Labor Party 5
Liberal Party 4
Totally Locally Committed Party 1
Community First Team 1
Animal Justice Party 1
Independent 3
Total 15

The councillors elected in 2021 are:

Councillor Party Notes
George Greiss Liberal The Mayor
George Brticevic Independent
Joshua Cotter Community First Team
Meg Oates Labor
Marian George Liberal
Darcy Lound Labor
Riley Munro Liberal
Margaret Chivers Independent
Rey Manoto Labor
Masood Chowdhury Labor
John Chew Liberal
Karen Hunt Labor
Muhamad (Masud) Khalil Independent The Deputy Mayor
Matt Stellino Animal Justice
Warren Morrison Totally Locally Committed

History of Campbelltown

Campbelltown was started in 1820. It was named after Elizabeth Macquarie, whose maiden name was Campbell. She was the wife of the Governor of New South Wales at the time, Lachlan Macquarie. Campbelltown was one of several settlements Governor Macquarie set up in the south-west of Sydney.

The Campbelltown Council was officially formed on 21 January 1882. The area we know as the City of Campbelltown today got its current shape in 1949. This happened when smaller local areas like Ingleburn and Campbelltown joined together after World War II.

In 1969, Campbelltown received its own coat of arms, which is a special symbol or emblem. It was based on the symbols of the Campbell family from Scotland.

In the early 1960s, Campbelltown was chosen to become a "satellite city" and an important regional centre for south-west Sydney. This meant that the government planned for a lot of new homes and industries to be built here.

Campbelltown was officially declared a "city" on 4 May 1968. On the very same day, the first electric train from Sydney arrived in Campbelltown, making it easier for people to travel to and from the city.

The Campbelltown Arts Centre opened in 2005. It's a place where people can enjoy art and culture, and it's supported by the Campbelltown City Council.

Historic Places to See

The City of Campbelltown has many places that are "heritage-listed." This means they are important historical sites that are protected because of their special history or architecture. Some of these include:

Getting Around Campbelltown

Roads

The main roads that connect Campbelltown to other places are Appin Road, The Hume Highway, and Narellan Road. These roads help people travel in and out of the city.

Trains

Campbelltown is well-connected by train. You can catch a train on the Sydney suburban rail network from several stations within the area, including:

  • Macarthur
  • Campbelltown
  • Leumeah
  • Minto
  • Ingleburn
  • Macquarie Fields
  • Glenfield

Fun Places and Facilities

The Campbelltown City Council provides many great places for the community to use:

  • Campbelltown Civic Centre, Queen Street, Campbelltown.
  • Campbelltown Arts Centre, a modern art centre.
  • Campbelltown Stadium, a sports stadium used for football and rugby league.
  • The Gordon Fetterplace Aquatic Centre, a swimming centre in Bradbury.
  • Eagle Vale Central, a community centre in Eagle Vale.
  • Macquarie Fields Indoor Sports Centre, for indoor sports.
  • Macquarie Fields Leisure Centre, another leisure facility.
  • HJ Daley Library, the main library in Campbelltown.
  • Greg Percival Library, in Ingleburn.
  • Glenquarie Library, in Macquarie Fields.

Festivals and Events

Campbelltown hosts some exciting festivals throughout the year:

  • Festival of Fisher's Ghost: This is Campbelltown's biggest festival, held every November. It's one of Australia's longest-running festivals, starting in 1956! It offers 10 days of fun for families, including a grand parade, a street fair, music, and fireworks.
  • Ingleburn Alive! Festival: Held every March in Ingleburn, this festival has free entertainment, rides, and family activities, often ending with fireworks.
  • Riverfest: This event takes place every August in Koshigaya Park. It helps people learn about the local environment and the many different cultures in the city.

Images for kids

  • Australia City of Campbelltown Council 2021

    How the Campbelltown City Council was made up after the 2021 election.

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