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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...
Minns Considers Lowering Warragamba to Prevent Flooding
The NSW Government is rethinking its water policy that may include lowering the capacity of Warragamba Dam to help mitigate the impact of future flooding for Hawkesbury residents. “We’re looking at all potential changes – including dropping the maximum allowable...
Council Censors Social Media Comment on Roads, as Community Anger Escalates
Residents and ratepayers have slammed the Hawkesbury City Council taking to social media to complain about half finished roads and gutters and repairs that are still needed following floods that began in 2020. They have also questioned the quality of repairs...
Senseless Act Destroys Community Piano
Windsor Police are seeking information in relation to the malicious damage of a community piano in Windsor on Friday night. The piano originally donated to the community was located in Windsor Mall on George Street when it was vandalised. Police said the incident...
Rising Costs and Community Anger: Council Faces Backlash Over Soaring Road Expenses
There was much self congratulation in the Hawkesbury City Council chamber on February 13 when a motion was passed to seal Packer Road at Lower Portland Councillors voted unanimously (only Cr Patrick Conolly was missing from the meeting) with some previously opposed to...
Local Heros Forgo Pay To Get Kids and Sick Across the River
Wire-drawn ferry operators volunteered their services without pay, ensuring children can attend school and emergency services can function smoothly. Amid a contentious dispute over pay and conditions with ferry contractor Birdon Group and the NSW government, ferry...Keep Updated
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Behind Closed Doors, Domestic Violence Rates Surge in the Hawkesbury
For over two decades, Hawkesbury resident John...
Explaining the ‘Bathtub’ Effect
In the Hawkesbury Nepean Valley, five main...
Firefighter Michael Kidd Among 17 Honoured at National Memorial
Today, the names of 17 emergency service...
Nurses and Midwives Win Battle for Entitlements
Nurses and midwives at Hawkesbury Hospital can...
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Outdoor lifestyle retreat – bring the bikes!
1075 Putty Valley Road, PUTTY Welcome to the...
Breathtaking Views, Luxury Residence and Elegant Gardens
8 Observation Close, North Richmond Positioned...
“Macquarie” – An Iconic Hawkesbury Gem
168 Francis Street, Richmond Discover the...
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55 Arcadian Road Kurrajong, NSW 2758 Nestled...
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Hawkesbury Cup Day SuccessÂ
This Saturday, May 4th, the Hawkesbury Race Club...
A Father’s Love
When Pankaj Bhatia isn't managing his busy...
Sponsor Kubota Swings In To Support Besieged Olympian
Equestrian sponsor Bowral Kubota has swung in to...
The One to Watch: Alice Parker Making Waves in Sailing
In the fast-paced world of sailing, where...
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Falling for Foliage: Step into Nature’s Autumn Canvas at Mount Wilson
As the seasons turn and we dread the onset of...
Behind the Counter: How One Conversation Led to Owning a Record Shop
By Imogen Abbott The sweet songs of Richmond...
ANZAC Day Dawn Service Honours Sacrifice and Remembrance
ANZAC Day was honoured at numerous services...
Windsor Optometry Marks 100 Years in Century-Old Home
Windsor Optometry recently celebrated a...