Drowning in Neglect

Drowning in Neglect

From the Editor Here we are again, grappling with the aftermath of yet another flood. Despite enduring seven floods in the past three and a half years, we find ourselves trapped in a frustrating cycle of inaction. Frankly, it’s exhausting having to revisit this...
Another Month Delay for Lower Portlands Ferry to Resume

Another Month Delay for Lower Portlands Ferry to Resume

Residents of Lower Portland, commuters and emergency services will have to wait another month for  the ferry to return to service after  the extension into its fourth month was quietly unveiled by Hawkesbury City Council. The delay is the latest blow for residents...
Floods Spell Bad News for Roads

Floods Spell Bad News for Roads

The dire state of the roads in the Hawkesbury is expected to get worse after the recent floods with many now looking at several years before they are repaired. Hawkesbury City Council told the Post that it has only completed $52 million worth of projects for  “sealed...
TfNSW Blames Early Dam Spill for Bridge Damage

TfNSW Blames Early Dam Spill for Bridge Damage

Transport for NSW has blamed the premature spilling of Warragamba Dam to its inability to lower the guard rails on Richmond Bridge, leading to delays in its reopening and widespread commuter chaos.  Images circulating on social media this morning depicted extensive...
First Pictures Reveal Cornwallis Disaster

First Pictures Reveal Cornwallis Disaster

For the sixth time in three-and-a-half years Richmond Lowlands turf and livestock farmers are bearing the brunt of the latest flood, with tens of millions of dollars in destroyed turf and grazing paddocks. But this was not caused by a natural flood. It was the HCC’s...