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New builds win the tax break, but new research says established property could still come out $100k ahead
New builds keep the tax perks under the 2026 Budget. But a decade of modelling suggests established property might still win on the numbers.
New Richmond Bridge Community concerns change project delivery
Following strong community feedback during public consultation, particularly from residents living along Southee Road and in Hobartville.
Knights, Vikings and Medieval Mayhem in Hawkesbury
Winterfest Returns to Hawkesbury Show Ground Saturday 4 July and Sunday 5 July 2026 10am to 5pm.
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
Hawkesbury Residents Turning to 'Frugal Influencers' as Cost-of-Living Pressures Bite
As the cost of groceries, electricity, fuel and housing continues to climb, a growing number of Australians are turning to a new type of social media personality for advice, not on what to buy, but on how to spend less. Known as "frugality influencers", these content creators are
New Richmond Bridge Community concerns change project delivery
Following strong community feedback during public consultation, particularly from residents living along Southee Road and in Hobartville.
Hawkesbury residents warned of health risk with use of unapproved Peptide Products
Serious health damage caused by unapproved peptide products
When should Council involve the Police?
What principles should guide a council's decision to refer a matter to police
Government Backs Rural Housing Reform After Hawkesbury Inquiry
Second dwellings move a step closer as NSW responds to parliamentary report
The beginnings of the Socceroos
More Than a Game: The ANZAC Story Hidden in Australia's Oldest Football Trophy
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,
Nominations Open for 2027 Hawkesbury Australia Day Awards
Nominations close on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
Free Midday Electricity Offer Opens for Hawkesbury Households from 1 July
Use free electricity daily between 11am and 2pm each day.
The Past Is Not a Place We Can Live In
The Hawkesbury can value its past without letting nostalgia block the housing, jobs, streets and public spaces future generations will need.
Deadly Outbreak, High-Tech Towers and a Local Book Launch
AJ Ville’s debut novel, Virillion: Outbreak launched at Hawkesbury Central Library Windsor
New builds win the tax break, but new research says established property could still come out $100k ahead
New builds keep the tax perks under the 2026 Budget. But a decade of modelling suggests established property might still win on the numbers.
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 Past Is Not a Place We Can Live In
The Hawkesbury can value its past without letting nostalgia block the housing, jobs, streets and public spaces future generations will need.
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.
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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.