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Hawkesbury Residents are encouraged to create or update their Bushfire Survival Plan by attending the Rural Fire Service’s Get Ready Weekend on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026. The bushfire danger period is from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027; however, it can vary due to local conditions. By attending Get Ready Weekend, […]

Federal Member for Chifley Ed Husic has joined three Western Sydney mayors and a large crowd of community members to call for the Metro rail “missing link” between Tallawong and St Marys to be built. The former NSW Coalition Government ended the Metro line at Tallawong despite booming residential growth across north-west Sydney. At a […]

The Hawkesbury community has welcomed an impressive new early childhood education and care option, with Explore & Develop North Richmond officially opening its doors to local families. The centre has been established by experienced early childhood professionals Diane and Rachael, who together bring more than 30 years of experience to the sector. While the new […]

Construction is officially underway on the new Richmond Veterans’ and Families’ Hub, with NSW Minister for Veterans David Harris and Federal Member for Macquarie Susan Templeman turning the first sod at the historic Richmond Court House. The joint Australian and NSW government project is being delivered by RSL LifeCare through a $5.5 million Commonwealth Government […]

By Greg Martin ’Twas a bright, sunny morning, so our photographic ace, Kathryn Johnston, and I decided to take advantage of the weather and lob into the Windsor Tennis Courts to fish for a story. We ended up netting a terrific yarn. Every Wednesday morning, a group of women meets to play the grand old […]

Federal Member for Chifley Ed Husic has joined three Western Sydney mayors and a large crowd of community members to call for the Metro rail “missing link” between Tallawong and St Marys to be built. The former NSW Coalition Government ended the Metro line at Tallawong despite booming residential growth across north-west Sydney. At a […]

By Greg Martin Down the ages, people have been remembered in many ways – with bridges, museums, sporting venues and statues. Crikey, during my travels I’ve even come across a toilet block named in honour of a bloke whose surname was Dunne! Silverdale’s Reg Varley would no doubt be chuffed to know his contribution to […]

Get ready for a fantastic day out as Hawkesbury Fest returns on Sunday, August 9, from 10am to 3pm at Governor Phillip Park, Windsor. Held annually during Local Government Week, Hawkesbury Fest is a free community event celebrating everything that makes the Hawkesbury special. The festival showcases the work of Hawkesbury City Council and its […]

Federal Member for Chifley Ed Husic has joined three Western Sydney mayors and a large crowd of community members to call for the Metro rail “missing link” between Tallawong and St Marys to be built. The former NSW Coalition Government ended the Metro line at Tallawong despite booming residential growth across north-west Sydney. At a […]

Tickets are now on sale for Western Sydney’s premier light and sound show, with visitors encouraged to snap up discounted early bird tickets before they disappear. Echoes – Moon Garden will transform Bella Vista Farm from Friday 18 September to Sunday 11 October 2026. After dark, visitors can wander through a secret garden filled with […]

Federal Member for Chifley Ed Husic has joined three Western Sydney mayors and a large crowd of community members to call for the Metro rail “missing link” between Tallawong and St Marys to be built. The former NSW Coalition Government ended the Metro line at Tallawong despite booming residential growth across north-west Sydney. At a […]

Construction is underway on the permanent Box Hill Public School and Box Hill High School as the Minns Labor Government delivers what it describes as the largest investment in new public schools across The Hills in a generation. The milestone marks a major step forward for a community that has long advocated for local public […]

The Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne, has welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement of a free household asbestos collection and disposal trial, set to begin in 2027. Mayor Byrne said she had long advocated for changes to make asbestos disposal more accessible and affordable. “I’ve been calling for a new approach to asbestos […]

Hornsby Shire Council is bringing back its popular Native Plant Giveaways this August for residents in the Shire’s northern suburbs, following the success of its March event for southern residents. This year, the program has been divided geographically to give more residents the opportunity to take part. The March giveaway was available to those living […]

Stockland has officially opened its new Lake Foreshore precinct at The Gables, creating a vibrant waterfront destination for residents and visitors in Sydney’s north-west Hills District. Spanning more than 20,000 square metres, the Lake Foreshore features 160 metres of boardwalks, five playgrounds, a basketball half-court, picnic areas, accessible pathways and expansive green open space, providing […]

By Lorna Gordon What began as a diagnosis for a chronic health condition has grown into one of Australia’s most unique community fundraising events. On Saturday, 29 August, the Galston Valley Railway will once again come alive with the sound of miniature locomotives as volunteer teams from across New South Wales take on the Galston […]

People of all ages are invited to a day of free activities on Saturday 26 September at Charlie Lowles Leisure Centre Emerton to celebrate a milestone in 2026. Enjoy a free swim, a slice of birthday cake and a party atmosphere in honour of 20 years since the venue expanded. Take part in a mega […]

Federal Member for Chifley Ed Husic has joined three Western Sydney mayors and a large crowd of community members to call for the Metro rail “missing link” between Tallawong and St Marys to be built. The former NSW Coalition Government ended the Metro line at Tallawong despite booming residential growth across north-west Sydney. At a […]

Aboriginal-led organisations in the Mount Druitt electorate can apply for a share of $625,000 to deliver primary prevention initiatives using sport and active recreation to address the drivers of domestic, family and sexual violence (DFSV). The Aboriginal Sport for Respect Grant Program empowers Aboriginal-led organisations and communities to deliver culturally grounded programs that encourage positive […]

Federal Member for Chifley Ed Husic has joined three Western Sydney mayors and a large crowd of community members to call for the Metro rail “missing link” between Tallawong and St Marys to be built. The former NSW Coalition Government ended the Metro line at Tallawong despite booming residential growth across north-west Sydney. At a […]

By Christine Rau Back in the day,1976 to be precise much of Blacktown and Lalor Park was made up of dirt roads and dairy farms, now long vanished beneath sprawling McMansions.Rough-and-tumble pubs such as the Robin Hood at Blacktown station and the Stockade at Lalor Park were hose-’em-down, break-up-the-brawl affairs. Norwest Boulevard wasn’t even a […]

By Lorna Gordon For Chris Barton, walking has become much more than a way to stay fit. It has become a way to bring people together, start conversations about mental health and raise money to support young people who need it most. This September, Chris will take on one of his biggest challenges yet for […]

By Janakan Seemampillai For most of their 14-year existence, the Western Sydney Wanderers Women’s program has lived in the wilderness. Forever searching for consistency, searching for direction, searching for an identity that felt uniquely theirs. The club has seen flashes of promise, moments of brilliance, and individual talents who have carried the badge with pride, […]

Blacktown City Council has voted to reduce the size of a planned Special Rate Variation (SRV), following approval from the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART). IPART approved Council’s application on 4 June 2026, allowing rates to increase over three years to help fund essential infrastructure, maintenance and services needed for the city’s rapidly growing […]