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Sewer Repair Bill Could blow out to $50 million as Government Refuses to Help

Nov 28, 2023

The lengthy sewer repair disaster is punching an ever bigger hole in the Hawkesbury City Council’s (HCC) finances after the NSW State government knocked back a request to assist with the $32.5 million loan it was forced to take out in December, 2022. The loan...

Sewer Repair Bill Could blow out to $50 million as Government Refuses to Help

Urgent help to find missing Hawkesbury woman

Have you seen Monique? The NSW Police Force is urgently seeking assistance to locate a woman who has gone missing from the Bilpin area. Name: Monique Dehn Age: 32 years old Last Seen: Bells Line of...

Matildas triumph inspires future stars

In the aftermath of the Matilda's remarkable victory over France, Marlee Edmunds dream of one day being a part of the Matldas was kindled, "I'd love to be in the team I've always wanted to be in the...

Sunday – weather and flood watch – what we can expect today – BOM’s latest alert

Jul 3, 2022

NORTH RICHMOND BRIDGE CLOSED AT 9.15AM Welcome to a sodden...

Warragamba Dam will start spilling by around 6.30am Sunday for 2 weeks says WaterNSW

Jul 2, 2022

Avon, Cordeaux, Nepean and Woronora dams are already spilling says...

Emergency Alerts to be issued to Low-Lying Hawkesbury communities tonight

Jul 2, 2022

This just in from the NSW SES at 6.40pm NSW SES - The...

Special permit granted for flood-affected Hawkesbury beekeepers during Varroa incursion

Jul 2, 2022

Beekeepers in flood-affected areas, including the Hawkesbury, have...

Mayor in Stoush with Planning Minister

Nov 21, 2023

Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon has gagged debate on development in the region by refusing to table a letter from Planning and Public Space Minister Paul Scully to council about development on flood plains.

Scully wrote to the Mayor as part of the Minns government efforts to increase the supply of higher density housing across the Sydney basin. He asked the Mayor to table the letter at the next council meeting so all councillors understood the government’s plans.

Mayor in Stoush with Planning Minister

Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon has gagged debate on development in the region by refusing to table a letter from Planning and Public Space Minister Paul Scully to council about...

Council to Debate Fireworks Policy Following Community Anger

More accounts have emerged highlighting the perils of mixing fireworks and horses following the near death of a horse frightened by a fireworks display.

The latest incident comes as Hawkesbury Council gears up for tonight’s debate on the proposal of a Fireworks Policy for the LGA.

Council to Debate Fireworks Policy Following Community Anger

Nov 21, 2023

More accounts have emerged highlighting the perils of mixing fireworks and horses following the near death of a horse frightened by a fireworks display.

The latest incident comes as Hawkesbury Council gears up for tonight’s debate on the proposal of a Fireworks Policy for the LGA.

Council to Debate Fireworks Policy Following Community Anger

More accounts have emerged highlighting the perils of mixing fireworks and horses following the near death of a horse frightened by a fireworks display. The latest incident comes...

Waratah Showjumping returns to Sydney for exhilarating 3rd World Cup

The equestrian world is set to come alive as the prestigious Waratah Showjumping (WSJ) event returns for its much-anticipated 3rd World Cup edition at the Sydney International Equestrian Centre...

A fun dayout at Hawkesbury Fest

After a three-year hiatus caused by the Covid-19 pandemic and devastating floods, the Hawkesbury Fest made a triumphant return, treating the community to a day of laughter, connection, and vibrant...

Kurrajong Developer Claims Advance Knowledge of Council Vote

Nov 20, 2023

Local property developer, Matthew Bennett, claims prior knowledge that councillors will vote in favour of a change to local planning laws at tomorrow night’s council meeting.

The vote will greenlight his plans for a controversial new seniors’ development.

Kurrajong Developer Claims Advance Knowledge of Council Vote

Local property developer, Matthew Bennett, claims prior knowledge that councillors will vote in favour of a change to local planning laws at tomorrow night’s council meeting. The vote will greenlight his plans for a controversial new seniors’ development. Local’s believe the proposed changes will...

Free child car seat safety checks

In an effort to improve the safety of child car seats, Hawkesbury City Council is offering free car seat safety checks for Hawkesbury community members. "It’s important to make sure your child is...

Council faces Lower Portland Ferry charging dilemma as fresh $500,000 annual bill looms

Hawkesbury City Council and Hills Council will have to make a decision by next July, whether to start charging for use of the Lower Portland Ferry, or whether they will make their ratepayers pay an...