Local Directory - Hawkesbury Post

Tragedy Overnight in McGraths Hill – Two Teens Die

by Publishing | Jan 16, 2024 | Local Directory, News, Priority

Two teenagers have died and one has been injured in a crash at McGraths Hill overnight. Emergency services were called to Windsor Road, about 9.40pm yesterday (Monday 15 January 2024), responding to reports a Nissan 200SX sedan had struck a power pole. Officers...

BEHIND THE COUNTER – Hillbilly Cider Shines at 2023 Australian Cider Awards

by Sam Magnusson | Nov 1, 2023 | Local Directory, News, Top News

Local Business Feature It was a night of triumph and celebration for Hillbilly Cider, as they clinched two prestigious awards at the 2023 annual Australian Cider Awards held in Melbourne. The family-owned business, founded in 2012 by Shane and Tessa McLaughlin, is no...

Hawkesbury’s Mission to Reduce Disposable Nappies

by Sam Magnusson | Sep 27, 2023 | Local Directory, News, Priority

In 2020, absorbent hygiene products, including nappies, constituted a significant 4.36 per cent of the general waste bin in the Hawkesbury, amounting to nearly 900 tonnes of disposable nappies within a single year. Simultaneously, the 2020 waste audit revealed that a...

River Dyarubbin: A Tribute through Art

by Sam Magnusson | Sep 7, 2023 | Local Directory, News, Priority, Top News

It is the lifeblood of a landscape that has captivated generations. The River Dyarubbin, also known as the Hawkesbury River, meanders for over 120 kilometers, intertwining with the history and culture of the region. The river has also acted as muse and subject for...

Unearthing the Secrets of the Hawkesbury Body Farm

by Sam Magnusson | Sep 6, 2023 | Local Directory, News, Priority

Have you ever wondered what happens out at the body farm? Join author and journalist Jackie Dent as she discusses with Hawkesbury Post publisher, Samantha Magnusson, her time at the Australian Facility for Taphomonic Experimental Research as part of her research into...

Latest BOM update – moderate flooding – North Richmond bridge closed – Windsor bridge still open

by Wagner | Apr 8, 2022 | Local Directory

This from the latest Bureau of Meteorology update – Flood Warning Number: 16 at 3.17pm MODERATE FLOODING NOW AT NORTH RICHMOND AND WINDSOR Heavy rainfall has eased overnight Thursday, says BOM in its latest update this afternoon. Further showers are...