Walk-in Mental Health Service Open When Hawkesbury Needs It Most
2 Musson Lane (off March Street) Richmond
Free Pet Microchipping & Subsidised Vaccinations
Hawkesbury Council Animal Shelter Mulgrave Saturday 21 March
Victoria Pass Closure Sends Shockwaves along BLOR to Richmond and beyond
The sudden closure of the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass is more than a Blue Mountains issue, it is rapidly becoming a defining transport crisis for communities across the Hawkesbury and Western Sydney growth corridor. A Critical Artery Cut The Great Western Highway between Lithgow and Mount Victoria is
Deer On Richmond Road Raise Safety Alarm
Motorists travelling along Richmond Road at Marsden Park are being urged to take extra care, with increasing reports of deer crossing one of the region’s busiest arterial routes. What was once considered an occasional sighting is now becoming a regular occurrence, with local drivers reporting near-misses, sudden braking incidents,
The heart of the Hawkesbury: How families keep the Show alive
For one Ebenezer family, the Hawkesbury Show isn’t just a day out, it’s a tradition, a passion, and a way of life. This year, Jane and her three children Ella, Sienna and Jason are all entering competitions, continuing a family connection to agricultural shows that spans more than
Bushfire season ends, but Burn Notification still required
To stop unnecessary emergency calls and fire brigade responses
Richmond Bookshop backs local women in business with Author showcase
Richmond locals will have the chance to meet and hear from local authors and businesswomen at a special community event this month. Women with Altitude and Richmond’s independent bookstore, The Book Attic, are hosting The Business Sisterhood x The Book Attic: Books, Business & Bubbles on Sunday 19 April
Hawkesbury Tobacco Shops Caught in Global Illicit Cigarette Surge
Hawkesbury’s tobacco and smoke retailers are increasingly feeling the effects of a worldwide boom in illicit cigarette trade, as revealed by recent shipping records showing billions of cigarettes moving from Dubai through Asia and into Australia. The Sydney Morning Herald investigation found that Manchester brand cigarettes, legally produced in
The "Peoples Economist" Warns Australia Is Losing the “Fair Go”
A young visiting British multimillionaire and economist with a two million online YouTube-channel GarysEconomics following has warned that Australia risks losing one of the defining ideas of its national identity the belief that everyone deserves a “fair go”. Economist Gary Stevenson toured Australia in February and March speaking about economic
Hawkesbury’s Bee Country at the Centre of Groundbreaking Honey Research
New scientific research connected to the Bee Research and Training Centre at Tocal College is shining a spotlight on the extraordinary potential of Australian honey and the Hawkesbury’s long-standing role in the nation’s beekeeping industry. The research, published in the international scientific journal MicrobiologyOpen, explored the antimicrobial properties
Local Runner Jeff Ferrer Conquers Six Foot Track with Personal Best
The rugged trails of the Blue Mountains once again played host to one of Australia’s toughest endurance events this March, as hundreds of runners took on the gruelling Six Foot Track Marathon. Among them was local competitor Jeff Ferrer, who returned to the iconic race with determination and left
Colo Soccer Club Kicks Off Season with Call for Under-12 Player
As the new soccer season gets underway across the Hawkesbury, Colo Soccer Club is gearing up for another exciting year on the field and the club is encouraging young players to get involved, with spots still available in its Under-12 team. With registrations now open and training sessions beginning, the
Kurrajong Bilpin Little Athletics celebrate strong State Championship results
Young athletes from Kurrajong Bilpin Little Athletics Centre (KBLAC) have delivered a series of impressive performances at the recent NSW Little Athletics Championships 2026, with personal bests and near-podium finishes highlighting a successful campaign. Competing at Homebush on March 21–22, KBLAC athletes stood out particularly in race walking events,
Harrington Leads Strong Field at Windsor Paddle Marathon
A competitive field of 107 paddlers descended on Macquarie Park, Windsor on Saturday morning for Race 4 of the Paddle Australia Marathon Series, delivering an impressive display of endurance and skill on the Hawkesbury River. Competitors across 13 divisions took to the water in staggered starts from 9.30am, tackling
“Protection Play”: Hawkesbury Residents Urged to Take Control of Online Betting
With online betting now available 24/7, Hawkesbury residents are being encouraged to take a closer look at how easily a quick wager can turn into something more serious, and what protections are already at their fingertips. A new awareness push, dubbed “Protection Play,” highlights the simple tools built into
Stay safe around water this Easter
Stay safe around water this Easter As visitors flock to Hawkesbury's stunning waterways and National Parks ahead of the Easter long weekend, people are urged to stay vigilant and safe around water. Pristine beaches and tranquil rivers and lakes are natural environments that can be unpredictable and pose
Hawkesbury Student Leaders Step Inside NSW Parliament
Hawkesbury student leaders are gaining firsthand insight into how New South Wales Parliament operates through a long-running leadership program designed to inspire the next generation. Now in its 51st year, the initiative gives Year 12 leaders including school captains a practical understanding of how laws are made, the role of
Staying informed without feeling overwhelmed
With news available 24/7, many Hawkesbury residents are feeling the mental strain of constant headlines about global conflict, political upheaval, and natural disasters. Experts say it is possible to stay informed without becoming overwhelmed and local strategies can help. Professor Alexandra Wake, from RMIT University’s School of Media
Ancient cravings: Why our love of alcohol may go back millions of years
Researchers believe our interest in alcohol has an evolutionary link to common primate behaviour. Drinking and pub culture are not a recent invention. We know our ancestors “invented” alcohol thousands of years ago, but now it seems that our drinking habits could be related to human evolution. Research from the
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The Hard Talks of Life: From the Sex Talk to the Death Talk
Now, decades later, the roles have reversed. As our parents age, it’s up to us—often their adult children—to initiate another essential, uncomfortable conversation: the death talk.