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SafeWork NSW Investigates Allegations of Councillor-on-Councillor Bullying @ Hawkesbury
SafeWork NSW investigates allegations of councillor-on-councillor bullying following brutal Council meeting.
Australia's Deadliest Year for Overdoses Raises Questions for Hawkesbury Communities
More Australians died from drug overdoses in 2024 than in any previous year on record, according to new figures that health experts say expose a growing but often hidden public health crisis. Preliminary analysis by the Melbourne-based Penington Institute found 2,596 Australians died from drug-induced causes during
Free screening of KANGAROO
A special free community event as part of the Drive Kangaroo Aware road safety campaign is to be held at the Regent Theatre, Richmond. There will be a free screening of the popular Australian movie KANGAROO, a kangaroo art presentation, and special guest appearance from Matilda. Sunday 28 June 2026
The stirring sounds of Broadway and Hollywood will fill Richmond
Macquarie Towns Symphony Orchestra presents Music From Stage & Screen at St Andrew's Uniting Church 28 June 2pm to 4pm
Rolling the Dice on Community
How a Local Teacher is Building Friendships Through Gaming in the Hawkesbury
Will AI steal your career?
Generation Z (14 to 29 year olds) grew up with smartphones, social media and digital technology & AI. Now they are worried about the future careers.
Could You Build a Second Home on Your Property?
Understanding Dual Occupancies, Granny Flats and Rural Housing Rules
Record Cocaine Bust Uncovered at Londonderry Property
A semi-rural property at Londonderry has been revealed as the storage site for Australia's largest-ever cocaine seizure after police uncovered 2.7 tonnes of the drug hidden in underground bunkers beneath shipping containers. The discovery forms part of Operation Minjiang, a major multi-agency investigation targeting
Did IPART ask the right questions before approving the Council rate rise?
Analysis of IPART findings on Hawkesbury Council 40% Rate Rise
Will AI steal your career?
Generation Z (14 to 29 year olds) grew up with smartphones, social media and digital technology & AI. Now they are worried about the future careers.
$300 Million Plan Targets Feral Pigs Threatening Hawkesbury Farms
A proposed $300 million investment in feral animal control has been welcomed by Hawkesbury MP Robyn Preston, who says local farmers are increasingly concerned about the growing impact of feral pigs on agricultural land, waterways and livestock. The funding commitment was announced by NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane, NSW Nationals
Could You Build a Second Home on Your Property?
Understanding Dual Occupancies, Granny Flats and Rural Housing Rules
Who Investigates the Boss?
Council's Draft Fraud Policy Faces Questions Over Reporting Pathways. Public submissions close June 22, 2026
After Police Incident, Questions Raised About Safety Beyond the Netball Courts
Parents say traffic, parking and pedestrian risks around South Windsor sports precinct need closer attention
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,
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
Welcome to Country and Acknowledgement of Country
What do they mean, and why do we hear them so much?
The Longest Night: What the Winter Solstice Means in the Hawkesbury
In the Hawkesbury, winter is not marked by the calendar alone.
The Hawkesbury, the Rum Rebellion & the Fight for the Colony's Future
Hawkesbury tells the history of todays Australia.
The Hammer Falls Quiet: Falling Auction Clearance Rates and What They Mean for The Hawkesbury
Sydney's auction market is in sharp retreat - and home sellers across the region need to pay attention. According to Domain, Sydney's clearance rate for the week ending 30 May 2026 sat at just 51%, compared with 68% at the same time last year. At the start
The Longest Night: What the Winter Solstice Means in the Hawkesbury
In the Hawkesbury, winter is not marked by the calendar alone.
Artists Open Their Studios for BigCi Open Day at Bilpin
Art, writing, music, photography and creative workshops will take centre stage in Bilpin later this month when BigCi hosts its annual Open Day 28 June Free admission booking essential rae@bigci.org.
Sleepless in the Hawkesbury
Sleepless nights are becoming an increasingly common struggle for residents across the Hawkesbury, particularly as the population ages. Health experts say insomnia, difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking too early is affecting more than one in 10 Australians at any given time, with rates rising significantly among older adults.
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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.