The Weekly Times - Australia

17/10/2026

🚦 Safer streets are coming to the Boronia precinct!

The approved traffic management plan includes:
✅ A precinct-wide 40km/h speed zone
✅ Speed humps
✅ Safer pedestrian crossings

The upgrades aim to improve road safety and reduce rat-running through local streets.

Construction is expected to begin in late October 2026, with completion anticipated by mid-2027. Residents will receive further updates before works begin.

Read the full story:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/boronia-traffic-safety-upgrades/

THE BORONIA Precinct Traffic Management Plan has been finalised and approved by Transport for NSW. The project will introduce a 40km/h precinct-wide speed zone, speed humps and safer pedestrian crossings to improve road safety and reduce rat-running through local streets. Following community consult...

17/10/2026

Lane Cove MP and NSW Opposition police spokesman Anthony Roberts has called for tougher laws and expanded police knife-search powers following the alleged murder of a father near Mount Druitt.

Roberts is renewing calls for “anywhere, anytime” knife-wanding powers. The NSW Government says tackling youth crime requires a broader response involving police, education, councils and community leaders.

Read the full story:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/local-mp-calls-for-crackdown-after-alleged-mount-druitt-murder/

LANE COVE MP and NSW Opposition police spokesman Anthony Roberts has called for tougher laws and expanded police powers following the alleged murder of a father near Mount Druitt on Friday night. Joshua Smith, 36, was allegedly stabbed twice shortly before 9pm after becoming involved while assisting...

17/10/2026

17/10/2026

🎃 Spooky glam meets dancefloor fun!

Get your crew together for a FREE Halloween party with Dancing DJ Louie at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club! Enjoy hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s, Halloween favourites and singalong classics. 🪩👻

📅 Friday, 30 October 2026
🕢 From 7.30pm
📍 Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club
🎟️ FREE entry

Go all out with your costume or add a little spooky sparkle—dressing up is encouraged but optional!

Read more:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/sick-spooky-glam-to-celebrate-halloween/

RYDE EASTWOOD Leagues Club’s Dancing DJ Louie is going full Halloween on Friday, October 30, from 7.30pm with big party energy, spooky touches and a dancefloor that doesn’t quit. Expect a stack of feel-good throwbacks from the 70s, 80s and 90s, mixed with Halloween-friendly bangers and a few che...

15/10/2026

🌱 No backyard? No worries!

Discover how to grow your own vegetables in small spaces at this practical gardening workshop. Learn about vertical planting, choosing pots and plants, potting mixes, watering and seasonal growing.

📅 Tuesday 20 October 2026
🕙 10am–12pm
📍 Eastwood Library
🗣️ Presented in English and Mandarin

Find out more and book at ryde.nsw.gov.au.

Read the story:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/gardening-in-small-spaces/

HAVE YOU ever wanted to grow your own vegetables but don’t think you have enough room? This workshop will teach you how to maximise small spaces through vertical planting. Whether you are living in an unit, have only a courtyard, or simply wish to improve your growing skills, this session is for y...

15/10/2026

🌿 Parramatta’s history comes alive this Foundation Day!

Enjoy a FREE day of family fun with live entertainment, heritage tours, hands-on workshops, market stalls and delicious food.

📅 Saturday 31 October
🕘 9am–2pm
📍 Hambledon Cottage Reserve, 63 Hassall Street, Parramatta

Explore the self-guided history trail and discover the stories that helped shape Parramatta. Bring the family for a day of discovery!

Read more:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/parras-history-comes-alive-for-foundation-day/

STEP BACK in time and discover Parramatta’s rich history at a free day of family fun at Foundation Day this month, with live entertainment, hands-on workshops, heritage tours, market stalls and delicious barbecue food and drinks. Families can enjoy a self-guided history trail, live entertainment, ...

15/10/2026

🚪 KNOW YOUR RIGHTS WHEN SELLERS COME CALLING

An unexpected knock at the door or sales call can catch you off guard — but you don’t have to make a decision on the spot.

✅ Take time to check the details and compare your options.
✅ Don’t let a high-pressure sales pitch rush you.
✅ Remember, you can say “no thanks” without explaining your decision.

Whether someone approaches you at home, over the phone or at the shops, knowing your consumer rights can help you respond confidently.

Read more:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/know-your-rights-when-sellers-come-calling/

AN UNEXPECTED sales pitch can catch anyone off guard. It may come from a salesperson knocking at your door, calling you without an invitation, or approaching you in a shopping centre or other public place. In October 2026, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is running a month-...

14/10/2026

Looking for something different to try? Give croquet a go at Hunters Hill Croquet Club’s Open Day!

📅 Saturday 17 October
🕙 10am–2pm
📍 1 Matthew Street, Hunters Hill

All ages are welcome. Remember your flat shoes! There’s also a complimentary sausage sizzle with salad while supplies last.

Save this post and invite a friend.

14/10/2026

🚸 SCHOOL ZONES ARE BACK IN FORCE 🚸

With Term 4 underway, motorists are reminded to slow down and watch out for children around schools.

🕗 School zones generally operate on school days:
• 8am–9.30am
• 2.30pm–4pm

Obey the posted speed limit — usually 40km/h, with some school zones set at 30km/h or operating at different times. Always check the signs.

🚌 Remember to slow to 40km/h or less when passing school buses with flashing lights, whether the bus is moving or stopped.

Take care, stay alert and help keep our children safe.

Read more:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/motorists-reminded-school-zones-back-in-force/

TRANSPORT FOR NSW is reminding motorists school zones are now back in force. Executive Director at Transport, Chadi Chalhoub said although some schools may have school development days this week, Monday, October 12 was still a gazetted school day, and there were schools where students were attending...

14/10/2026

RYDE MAN BAILED OVER ALLEGED EXIT TRAFFICKING

A 35-year-old Ryde man has been granted bail after allegedly deceiving his wife into travelling to Pakistan for a holiday, then leaving her stranded there.

Police allege he withheld her passport and identification documents and returned to Australia alone.

He has been charged with facilitating another person’s exit from Australia using threat, deception or coercion. The matter is next due in court on December 1.

Read the full story:
https://www.weeklytimes.com.au/husband-bailed-after-dumping-wife-overseas/

A RYDE man who allegedly trafficked his wife from Australia to Pakistan under the pretence of a holiday, before leaving her there stranded, has been released on bail. Muhammad Bilal Khan, 35, allegedly took possession of his wife’s passport and identification documents before leaving Australia ear...