Well worn trail leads back to Bowra for community celebration
Back To Bowra 2026 will take place in High Street, Bowraville, Saturday, November 14, from 10am to 4pm.
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Unsuccessful candidate takes Hawkesbury GM appointment process to state regulator
A complaint to the Office of Local Government asks whether external applicants competed on equal terms with Council's Acting General Manager.
Early pregnancy blood test shows promise for detecting rare inherited disease
New test detects pregnancies affected by Pompe disease at 10 and 12 weeks.
A little connection can make a difference...
Checking in with a friend is one small way Hawkesbury residents can connect this Mental Health Month.
New detour and night works for Richmond Bridge project
The Driftway will face a changed detour from Friday, October 16, 2026
Can Australia fight inflation without making mortgage holders carry the whole burden?
In Part 1 of a three part series argues that inflation is driven by global energy shocks; Australia should consider supplementary tools that can restrain demand while helping households build equity; reduce commuting costs and become more resilient to future price shocks.
Hawkesbury dual occupancy exhibition raises questions over flood rules and rural housing
Consultation closes on 29 October. The proposal raises questions about attached and detached homes, flood restrictions and which rural properties could qualify.
Wildlife Watch
Wildlife are hard to miss this spring, from bogong moths to roadside wallabies. Keep an eye out for visitors to your backyard and know what to do if they need help.
Card surcharges ended yesterday
Hawkesbury shoppers will no longer face an extra charge for tapping their cards
Our Council's Report Card
What were the highlights and low points of the first two years of the current Council, and what should residents expect from the next two?
