Western Sydney - Hawkesbury Post

Earthquake felt by thousands of Western Sydney residents

by Publishing | Mar 9, 2024 | News, Priority

Thousands of western Sydney residents reported feeling and earthquake which shook parts of Sydney last night. Australia’s earthquake monitoring centre, Geoscience Australia reported that a 3.6 magnitude earthquake occurred at 8.53pm yesterday. The epicentre of the...

Triple Zero Calls Spike as Heatwave Takes its Toll

by Sam Magnusson | Dec 9, 2023 | News, Priority

Western Sydney experienced a day of extreme heat, with temperatures soared to a scorching 43.5 degrees at Penrith, just shy of the forecasted 44-degree peak. The Hawkesbury region, accustomed to warm days, found its residents up and about early in the morning,...

Stay Safe in the Heat: Western Sydney Gears Up for Searing Temperatures

by Sam Magnusson | Dec 8, 2023 | News, Priority

Emergency services are urgently urging residents and visitors to take immediate precautions to ensure their safety after the Bureau of Meteorology issued a dire heatwave alert for New South Wales. Sydney’s western regions are preparing for scorching...

Switch to LED street lighting saves millions across Western Sydney

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...