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Telstra’s Upgrades Payphones, Back up Powers Ahead of Bushfire Season

Nov 7, 2023

Telstra has announced it will upgrade local services and provide new equipment to help disaster-affected communities, in preparation for bushfire season.

Payphones will be upgraded, power backup technology provided, in addition to mobile coverage and performance improvements across the Hawkesbury to help communities affected by disaster reconnect and recover as quickly as possible. The initiatives in the Hawkesbury region are part of a national effort to support disaster-hit communities.

Telstra’s Upgrades Payphones, Back up Powers Ahead of Bushfire Season

Telstra has announced it will upgrade local services and provide new equipment to help disaster-affected communities, in preparation for bushfire season. Payphones will be upgraded, power backup technology provided, in addition to mobile coverage and performance improvements across the Hawkesbury...

Hawkesbury suburbs top choices for first home buyers in NSW

Parts of the Hawkesbury region have become some of the most sought after by First Home Buyers in New South Wales. According to the latest quarterly property report released by InfoTrack, the...

Australia’s showjumpers triumph in Valkenswaard, securing Paris 2024 Olympics berth

In a display of equestrian excellence, Australia's showjumping team soared to victory in the qualifier event held in Valkenswaard last night, securing their spot at the highly anticipated Paris 2024...

Flood enquiry fully booked – poorly advertised event sees no slots still open for local residents

Jun 2, 2022

An extremely poorly organised visit to our flood-affected region...

Hawkesbury Race Club ordered to pay bullied manager over $2.8million in compensation and legal fees

Jun 2, 2022

Updated story here to reflect total compensation and also comments...

MP Templeman named Special Envoy for the Arts – will help to rebuild and shape the sector’s future

Jun 1, 2022

Our re-elected Federal MP Susan Templeman has always been a...

Don’t be wasting your food – free business workshop at Bilpin on Monday – register now

Jun 1, 2022

It’s not exactly got a zippy name, the Food Waste Avoidance for...

BEHIND THE COUNTER – Hillbilly Cider Shines at 2023 Australian Cider Awards

Nov 1, 2023

Local Business Feature

It was a night of triumph and celebration for Hillbilly Cider, as they clinched two prestigious awards at the 2023 annual Australian Cider Awards held in Melbourne. The family-owned business, founded in 2012 by Shane and Tessa McLaughlin, is no stranger to recognition, having made its mark by crafting all-natural ciders without added sugar or artificial flavours.

The 2023 Australian Cider Awards, featuring 219 local and international ciders, was a highly competitive event. The spotlight fell on Hillbilly Cider as their flagship crushed apple cider secured the prestigious title of “Best New World Cider.”

BEHIND THE COUNTER – Hillbilly Cider Shines at 2023 Australian Cider Awards

Local Business Feature It was a night of triumph and celebration for Hillbilly Cider, as they clinched two prestigious awards at the 2023 annual Australian Cider Awards held in...

Is McMahon eyeing a new Federal seat?

The Liberal Party wants to abolish the seat of Macquarie ahead of the next Federal election.. The seat is currently held with a solid majority by the Australian Labor Party’s Susan Templeman.

Due to changing demographics across the country the Australian Electoral Commission needs to redraw electoral boundaries. For NSW this will mean the loss of one seat from 47 to 46 and Sydney is the main focus.

Is McMahon eyeing a new Federal seat?

Nov 1, 2023

The Liberal Party wants to abolish the seat of Macquarie ahead of the next Federal election.. The seat is currently held with a solid majority by the Australian Labor Party’s Susan Templeman.

Is McMahon eyeing a new Federal seat?

The Liberal Party wants to abolish the seat of Macquarie ahead of the next Federal election. The seat is currently held with a solid majority by the Australian Labor Party’s...

South Windsor man arrested in major crackdown on domestic violence

A South Windsor man has been charged with domestic violence and firearms offences as part of a four-day high-impact operation that resulted in almost 600 people being charged with serious domestic...

Deadly bee mite transported from Hawkesbury to the NSW Central West

The battle against the deadly Varroa mite has taken a concerning turn as the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) confirmed the first detection of the parasite in the Central West region....

Fireworks still going ahead in the Blue Mountains this weekend

Oct 31, 2023

The planned fireworks display at Chapel Hill Retreat at Berambing in the Blue Mountains is still going ahead with Hawkesbury Council telling landowners to move their horses if they are concerned about their welfare.

Chapel Hill Retreat is planning two fireworks events on Friday 3rd November 2023 and Friday 24th November 2023 at their venue surrounded by bush in the Blue Mountains.

The decision has ignited a fiery debate as local residents and horse owners express grave concerns over the fire risk and also the safety of their horses.

Fireworks still going ahead in the Blue Mountains this weekend

Two arrested after police pursuit across Western Sydney with shots fired

In a dramatic police operation this morning, two men were arrested following a pursuit across western Sydney, which involved shots fired by officers. The incident unfolded in the Lalor Park area,...

Hawkesbury mobile phone users urged to identify blackspots

Mobile phone users in the Hawkesbury are being urged to help identify mobile blackspots in preparation for the next $20 million round of the Peri-Urban Mobile Program (PUMP) that aims to improve...