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First Pictures Reveal Cornwallis Disaster

by Publishing | Apr 8, 2024 | News, Priority

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...

Former Mayor Conolly to Walk Away from Council

by Publishing | Mar 29, 2024 | News, Priority

Former Hawkesbury City Council mayor, Liberal Patrick Conolly will not seek re-election in the upcoming poll in September. The son of former state Liberal MP Kevin Conolly, he was first elected to HCC in 2012 in his 20s. Conolly told his fellow councillors the news on...

Airbnb Shakeup Threatens Local Businesses

by Publishing | Mar 19, 2024 | News, Priority

The NSW government has short-term rental accommodation in its sights, posing a threat to the local tourism industry and economy. The Minns’ government is considering major changes to rules and regulations governing short-term rental accommodations, including platforms...

Council to Monetise Local Tip Amid Landfill Crisis

by Publishing | Mar 15, 2024 | News, Priority

Hawkesbury Council has voted to expand its Waste Management Facility (WMF) and attempt to transform what it describes as a “strategic asset” into a cash cow by charging neighbouring councils and businesses to use it as Sydney faces a fast looming landfill crisis,...

Rising Costs and Community Anger: Council Faces Backlash Over Soaring Road Expenses

by Publishing | Mar 12, 2024 | News, Priority, Top News

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...