Richmond Lowlands - Hawkesbury Post

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...

Bird-Watching Delight as Endangered Birds Sighted on the Floodplain

by Sam Magnusson | Oct 28, 2023 | News, Priority

In the heart of the Hawkesbury, birdwatching enthusiasts have had the rare privilege of witnessing two of the most elusive and endangered avian treasures in Australia. For the past few days, two Australian painted-snipes, considered the “holy grail” of...

Polo a Win for the Local Economy

by Publishing | Oct 10, 2023 | News, Priority, Sports

With Spring polo season in full swing more than 600 polo ponies have descended upon the Hawkesbury region, setting up their temporary residence for a few weeks. While this equestrian influx has been a source of great excitement for polo enthusiasts, it has also proven...

Rejuvenating the Hawkesbury Lowlands: One Paddock at a Time

by Sam Magnusson | Sep 22, 2023 | News, Priority

The sun is out, and Spring has sprung. I love it. We’ve been warned of an upcoming hot summer, but I don’t care. I know our area cops it when it comes to high temperatures, and I can already feel myself bracing for what’s ahead. But let’s enjoy Spring while it’s...

Richmond Lowlands Drain Disaster Looms: Hawkesbury Residents Demand Answers

by Sam Magnusson | Sep 18, 2023 | News, Priority

Plans to repair the extensive systems of drains that operate underneath the Richmond Lowlands remain a mystery, 18 months after promises by Hawkesbury City Council (HCC) to begin fixing the problems that have festered for decades. The drains are essential...