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Behind the Counter: How One Conversation Led to Owning a Record Shop

May 1, 2024

The sweet songs of Richmond Records have been serenading the Hawkesbury since the 1980’s, with the store being pivotal to our local music scene. But this year the store is getting some fresh paint, so we would like to welcome to the stage the new owner… Spyda!

Spyda, or Paul, is a retired Police Officer of 32 years, who has always held a passion for music. He said he is still “giggin’ around” and that on a typical Sunday afternoon you can find him playing in a band at a local pub, or writing his own music.

Behind the Counter: How One Conversation Led to Owning a Record Shop

By Imogen Abbott The sweet songs of Richmond Records have been serenading the Hawkesbury since the 1980’s, with the store being pivotal to our local music scene. But this year the store is getting some fresh paint, so we would like to welcome to the stage the new owner… Spyda! Spyda, or Paul, is...

Behind the Counter: How One Conversation Led to Owning a Record Shop

Missed Opportunity with New Windsor Ambulance Station?

South Windsor will get a new purpose-built ambulance station at a site on Acacia Close, South Windsor as part of a $455 million program for 30 new stations around the state. But while the site was...

Missed Opportunity with New Windsor Ambulance Station?

Apr 30, 2024

South Windsor will get a new purpose-built ambulance station at a...

ANZAC Day Dawn Service Honours Sacrifice and Remembrance

Apr 26, 2024

ANZAC Day was honoured at numerous services around the Hawkesbury...

Nurses and Midwives Fight to Save Entitlements

Apr 24, 2024

Nurses and midwifes at Hawkesbury District Hospital have taken to...

Local Veteran Honours Fallen Comrades Ahead of ANZAC Day

Apr 21, 2024

Lieutenant Colonel John Petteit, a member of the Hawkesbury District...

Talented Siblings Take the Cake at Hawkesbury Show

Apr 20, 2024

The Cilia family made quite the splash at this year’s Hawkesbury Show, showcasing their flair for both cake decorating and agriculture. Led by mother Jane Cilia, along with daughters Sienna 9, Ella 7 and Jason 3, the family’s collective talent and dedication were on full display, earning them a slew of awards and recognition.

Mum Jane’s expertise in cake decorating impressed the judges as she clinched several accolades. Her intricately designed Special Occasion Cake featuring son Jason’s 3rd birthday cake “Bluey” secured a commendable second place, while her innovative succulent-themed miniature cake and sugar art piece titled “Slothing Around” also earned her second-place finishes.

Talented Siblings Take the Cake at Hawkesbury Show

The Cilia family made quite the splash at this year's Hawkesbury Show, showcasing their flair for both cake decorating and agriculture. Led by mother Jane Cilia, along with...

Public Health Warning Urged After Flood Leaves “Putrid” Contaminants

There are calls for a public health warning to be issued following the most recent Hawkesbury floods following confirmation of a “putrid” level of contaminants found in the flood water, with the Council run sewerage treatment plant at McGrath’s Hill also flooded.

Leading water Scientist, Associate Professor Ian Wright from Western Sydney University said the contaminants found in the flood waters in this flood are some of highest and most concerning they had ever seen.

Public Health Warning Urged After Flood Leaves “Putrid” Contaminants

Apr 15, 2024

Public Health Warning Urged After Flood Leaves “Putrid” Contaminants

There are calls for a public health warning to be issued following the most recent Hawkesbury floods following confirmation of a “putrid” level of contaminants found in the flood...

Talented Siblings Take the Cake at Hawkesbury Show

The Cilia family made quite the splash at this year's Hawkesbury Show, showcasing their flair for both cake decorating and agriculture. Led by mother Jane Cilia, along with daughters Ella 9, Sienna...

Public Health Warning Urged After Flood Leaves “Putrid” Contaminants

Flood Heights Mismanaged During Emergency

Apr 14, 2024

The Hawkesbury River surged well over two metres higher than was publically reported during the height of the flood emergency on the night of April 5 and morning of April 6,

At the peak of the emergency when flood waters were cutting off evacuation routes and isolating people and properties, three different datasets recorded varying flood heights at North Richmond.

Flood Heights Mismanaged During Emergency

The Hawkesbury River surged well over two metres higher than was publicly reported during the height of the flood emergency on the night of April 5 and morning of April 6. At the peak of the emergency when flood waters were cutting off evacuation routes and isolating people and properties, three...

Flood Heights Mismanaged During Emergency

The Hawkesbury River surged well over two metres higher than was publicly reported during the height of the flood emergency on the night of April 5 and morning of April 6. At the peak of the...

Drowning in Neglect

From the Editor Here we are again, grappling with the aftermath of yet another flood. Despite enduring seven floods in the past three and a half years, we find ourselves trapped in a frustrating...