by Sam Magnusson | Aug 31, 2023 | News, Priority
Special Feature By Samantha Magnusson The discovery of a letter from renowned road builder and explorer William Cox to Governor Lachlan Macquarie has shed new light on the historical importance of Richmond’s historic Durham Bowes property and surrounds. This...
by Sam Magnusson | Aug 30, 2023 | News, Priority
The Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a date for the Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum. On October 14 Australians will go to the polls to vote YES or NO. 44 days to decide. Australian’s will be asked whether an Indigenous Voice to Parliament...
by Sam Magnusson | Aug 30, 2023 | News, Priority
Rozzie Chia Davis In July, a small collective of local performing arts professionals quietly formed the Hawkesbury’s newest not-for-profit group. Within mere weeks, they held their inaugural jazz jam night at the Regent to enthusiastic feedback, giving a surprisingly...
by Sam Magnusson | Aug 29, 2023 | News, Priority, Top News
The implementation of an LED street lighting program throughout Western Sydney has resulted in substantial savings for ratepayers and a significant reduction in carbon emissions. This initiative, alongside others, has collectively had an impact comparable to removing...
by Sam Magnusson | Aug 28, 2023 | News, Priority
Hawkesbury City Council (HCC) has positioned itself as the second Sydney council bidding to assert control over the media and public discussion by proposing a contentious media engagement strategy. This strategy has raised concerns, as it empowers the council to...
by Sam Magnusson | Aug 26, 2023 | News, Priority, Top News
Richmond Residents can apply for soil testing for PFAS Contamination following Defence Department acknowledgment of spread Richmond residents will be able to apply to have their soil tested for poisonous PFAS chemicals after the Defence Department finally admitted...