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Minns Urges McMahon to Prioritise Flood Relief Over Politics

by Sam Magnusson | May 14, 2024 | News, Priority

New South Wales Premier Chris Minns has called for a focus on community needs over political agendas in the ongoing efforts for flood planning and relief. His remarks come in response to claims made by Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon, which he deemed...

Major Development Belmont Park Knocked Back, For Now

by Sam Magnusson | May 10, 2024 | News, Priority

The Hawkesbury Local Planning Panel (HLPP) has sent the promoters of the controversial Belmont Park development back to the drawing board, dismissing the proposal as premature with a laundry list of objections including deficiencies about flood access and poor...

Behind Closed Doors, Domestic Violence Rates Surge in the Hawkesbury

by Sam Magnusson | May 8, 2024 | News, Priority

For over two decades, Hawkesbury resident John had only rarely laid a hand on his wife, rarely left a bruise. Yet, each morning, a solitary bullet appeared on the kitchen table they shared. No words were ever spoken, just the ominous presence of that bullet. Even...

Firefighter Michael Kidd Among 17 Honoured at National Memorial

by Sam Magnusson | May 2, 2024 | News, Priority

Today, the names of 17 emergency service personnel, including NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) members, were added to the National Emergency Services Memorial, commemorating their ultimate sacrifice while protecting others. Among them was Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW)...

Nurses and Midwives Win Battle for Entitlements

by Sam Magnusson | May 2, 2024 | News, Priority

Nurses and midwives at Hawkesbury Hospital can breathe a sigh of relief as they will retain all their leave entitlements following the transfer of their employment to Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) on July 1. Following a rally outside the...