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2021 Blacktown City Garden Competition
Blacktown entries for the 2021 Calling all green thumbs, n are open. City Garden Competitio called on residents Tony Bleasdale OAM Blacktown City Mayor or commercial in big or small, residential to enter their gardens, n. the annual competitio showcases the Garden Competition ‘The Blacktown City and businesses,’ skills of our residents wonderful gardening Mayor Bleasdale said. so many people take the great pride that ‘It’s wonderful to see their homes. in the appearance of highlights of the gardens is one of the ‘Visiting the winning this year’s entries will me, and I know that Council calendar for ever. be as spectacular are of being able to the bragging rights ‘Winners not only have but also share in city, the gardens in say they have the best products, money as well as garden more than $3,000 prize and movie passes.’ landscaping supplies competitions of the best-known garden The competition is one Best Front including categories 14 in western Sydney, with st Native Garden, Overall
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Media Kit 2026
www.greaterblacktownnews.com.au
Blacktown’s trusted local news source Blacktown, as one of the state’s fastest growing cities has undergone a significant transformation over recent years. With a GRP topping $18B Blacktown boasts a growing property sector, thriving retail and education sectors, vibrant sports community, health precinct and visitor attractions. The Blacktown News is the print and digital media resource that connects residents and visitors to the city’s diverse community, its progress, business opportunities and lifestyle.
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Blacktown News distribution network The Blacktown News covers the Blacktown Local Government Area. Printed editions are available for public pick-up from multiple of locations across the LGA including: cafes, clubs, hotels, supermarkets, newsagents, health care centres, community centres and more. The digital edition is a replica of the print edition and goes live prior to the print edition being distributed. The link to the digital edition and all archive edition is available on our website or go here: www.issuu/communitybroadcastnetwork. The Blacktown News reaches a Facebook community of over 49,000 followers through its own channels and relationship with Jobs Available, a leading Western Sydney jobs portal.
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Advertising – Print Full page = $1,690 | Two editions = $1,490 Three or more editions = $1,380 Half page = $880 | Two editions = $780 Three or more editions = $680 Quarter page = $680 | Two editions = $550 Three or more editions = $440 * Prices are per edition.
Print Take Over Totally showcase your business or brand with a dedicated four-page outside cover wraparound to the Blacktown News. Includes dedicated flip book on ISSUU, design and social media support. Packages start at $3,300 INC GST INSERTS Your flyer or printed material inserted in hard copies of the Blacktown News. Select your areas. $180 INC GST per thousand.
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Advertising – Digital Social Media Domination Highlight your destination or brand via BN social media accounts, reaching hundreds of thousands of followers and linking back to your social handles. Boosted Facebook posts and feature in Facebook story.
Digital – Multimedia Platform With the Blacktown News suite of digital options, you can eNewsletter reach a broad audience that engages with your brand across multiple environments newsletter, web, social, inline BN eNewsletters reach—over 6,200 subscribers who havedisplay adverts, storyour inserts and custom packages. chosen to receive information about valuable deals. Advertisers have complete creative freedom with a template canvas for your messaging.
Photo promotion and link back on BN Facebook and LinkedIn accounts.
For all our digital options see our digital media kit.
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Publishing Schedule Deadlines 2026 Digital and print editions monthly with daily web updates. All editions published one week after deadline. January January 5, published January 9
July June 30, published July 9
February January 31, published February 9
August July 29, published August 9
March February 28, published March 9
September August 31, published Sept 8
April March 31, published April 8
October September 30, published October 7
May April 29, published May 8
November October 31, published November 7
June May 31, published June 9
December November 30, published December 9
Where to get The News The Blacktown News can be picked up from locations across the Blacktown LGA. Distribution outlets libraries and more. Some popular outlets include: Blacktown Council Libaries, Blacktown RSL, Blacktown Sports Club, Blacktown Workers Club, Blacktown Travelodge, The Australian Hotel, Vineyard Motel, Fox Hills Golf Club, Lillys Function Centre, Blacktown Chamber events, Blacktown FC, Toongabbie Bowling Sports Club, Wests Tradies, Stanhope Leisure Centre, Prospect Hotel, Eastern Creek Tavern, Blacktown Tavern, Seven Hills Plaza and multiple newsagents and retirement villages across the LGA.
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Supporting WEXPO The Blacktown News is the prime media partner and founding partner of Western Sydney’s own EXPO experience — called WEXPO. WEXPO showcases local businesses with stalls and specialty workshops on subjects including health, networking, property, networking, culture, charity, personal development, professional development and more.
WEXPO Patron is Blacktown MP Stephen Bali
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Local Business Awards support The Blacktown News is the prime media partner of Blacktown’s leading business awards program. The Local Business Awards showcase local businesses and provide the forum for local entrepreneurs and owners to celebrate their hard work and success. Each year, Blacktown News publishes the coveted finalists and winners features in print and digital formats for distribution across the region. Throughout the year we publish updates around the annual gala event. www.thebusinessawards.com.au
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Blacktown News networks Blacktown News is shared and promoted through affiliated networks. • Platinum Media Partner, Greater Blacktown Chamber of Commerce. • Regional media partner, Blacktown FC. • Greater Western Sydney Careers Market. • Local Business Awards — local entrants. • Biz Find — shared to Blacktown businesses.
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Supporting those who support others
Community
Blacktown News is committed to supporting local community groups and NFP organisations that work to improve the lives of others. We offer a Media Support Program to such organisations to assist them spread the message and raise their profile. If you are an NFP working to improve the lives of others and would like to know more about how this program works, email here: info@greaterblacktownnews.com.au.
KEY CONTACTS Michael Walls - Editor M: 0407 783 413 E: michael@accessnews.com.au Linda Miller - Sales Executive M: 0402 417 504 E: linda@accessnews.com.au
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