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.
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.
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 = $640 | 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. $140 INC GST per thousand.
Adver tising – 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 stor y.
Photo promotion and link back on BN Facebook and LinkedIn accounts.
eNewsletter
BN eNewsletters reach over 6,200 subscribers who have chosen to receive our information about valuable deals.
Advertisers have complete creative freedom with a template canvas for your messaging.
Web Banners – www.greaterblacktownnews.com.au
Home page banner – $ 353 per month,
$ 220 per month 3 months or more.
Banner size: 950x110 pixels.
Publishing Schedule
Deadlines 2025
Digital and print editions monthly with daily web updates. All editions published one week after deadline.
Januar y
Januar y 5, published Januar y 9
Februar y
Januar y 31, published Februar y 9
March
Februar y 28, published March 9
April
March 31, published April 8
May
April 29, published May 8
June
May 31, published June 9
July
June 30, published July 9
August
July 29, published August 9
September
August 31, published Sept 8
October
September 30, published October 7
November
October 31, published November 7
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. * Digital edition published 24 hours prior to print edition.
Suppor ting local leading business awards programs
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.
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networks.
• Platinum Media Partner, Greater Blacktown Chamber of Commerce.
• Regional media partner, Blacktown FC.
• Jobs Available, 46,000 Facebook followers.
• Local Business Awards - exclusive media partner for the city ’s leading business awards program.
Community Supporting those who support others
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.
