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Matildas triumph inspires future stars

Aug 15, 2023

In the aftermath of the Matilda’s remarkable victory over France, Marlee Edmunds dream of one day being apart of the Matlda’s was kindled,”I’d love to be in the team I’ve always wanted to be in the Matilda’s.”

Hailing from the Pitt Town Football Club, where she excels in Division 1, the spirited youngster has traversed the nation, criss-crossing from Brisbane to Sydney, to watch her sports idols grace the world stage in seven live matches.

Marlee’s devotion to the game is nothing short of extraordinary. “Mum’s always loved soccer, so I thought that since it’s in Australia, we should have the experience of watching the game,” she shared with unwavering determination.

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 Matildas." Hailing from the Pitt Town Football Club, where she excels in Division 1, the spirited...

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

NORTH RICHMOND BRIDGE CLOSED AT 9.15AM Welcome to a sodden Sunday and here's the latest from the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). BOM alert issued at 8:44 am EST on Sunday 3...

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

Avon, Cordeaux, Nepean and Woronora dams are already spilling says WaterNSW this evening, and they say Warragamba is set to start spilling from Sunday early morning and continue spilling for 2...

COVID by the numbers Monday – no new Hawkesbury cases – unvaccinated in Austria ordered to lockdown

Nov 15, 2021

Welcome to Monday evening and our in-depth Hawkesbury numbers and...

Sit down for this one…Hawkesbury Council’s latest Parklet idea gets a roasting on social media

Nov 15, 2021

Hawkesbury Council took to Facebook today to ask for feedback on...

Party Focus – Small Business Party – green light for sand mining, slashed rates, roads repaired

Nov 15, 2021

Eddie Dogramachi says Hawkesbury Council should be run like an...

COVID by the numbers Sunday – no new Hawkesbury cases this weekend – big daily increases globally

Nov 14, 2021

Welcome to Sunday evening and our in-depth Hawkesbury numbers and...

A fun dayout at Hawkesbury Fest

Aug 9, 2023

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 festivities. The event, held as part of Local Government Week, welcomed residents and visitors alike to a fun day out.

Hawkesbury Councillor Mary Lyons-Buckett expressed her delight, stating, “”It was a delightful event, in such a beautiful location. There was a wonderful atmosphere as people wandered between great entertainment, food, stalls and many service tents giving information on various Council and community related services. A fantastic day out!”

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,...

Free child car seat safety checks

Hawkesbury City Council is offering free child car seat safety checks for Hawkesbury community members on Wednesday, 13 September 2023 from 9:30am to 1:30pm at Bligh Park Neighbourhood Centre, 4 Sirius Road, Bligh Park.

Free child car seat safety checks

Aug 8, 2023

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...

Army of volunteers clear up massive amount of plastic and debris from Pitt Town creek

We visited Pitt Town yesterday – Friday – to see the final day of an intensive 4-day clean-up at Bardenarang Creek after the March floods dragged plastic sheeting and a load of debris down the...

Saluting the legacy of convict turned Magistrate and wealthy Windsor settler – Andrew Thompson

The legacy of convict turned wealthy settler, Andrew Thompson, has been marked in Windsor, with the laying of flowers on his 212-year-old grave. Macquarie MP, Susan Templeman, joined author Annegret...

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

Aug 8, 2023

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 extra combined $500,000 a year when state funding runs out.

Ratepayers were also advised last month that the regular maintenance to the ferry, which will occur in coming months, will cost $500,000, according to a list of major projects included in the latest rates notice sent by HCC. The last maintenance that ran over in 2019 cost $558,000.

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

BOM’s latest Flood Watch – 12.48pm – major flooding possible in Hawkesbury Nepean Valley Sunday

Saturday’s Warragamba Dam level is at 97.2%, so up a slight 0.2% in the last 24 hours. The good news is, major flooding is not expected in the Hawkesbury today – Saturday – with BOM’s latest flood...

Check for weather closures before visiting national parks – several trails closed in Blue Mountains

This just in -10am – from National Parks and Wildlife Service. Forecast wet weather is expected to cause closures across national parks and campgrounds in rain-affected areas this weekend. Heavy...