Community Recycling Centre Update at South Windsor
The recent industrial fire at the Cleanaway Chemical Waste Recycling Facility in St Mary’s has impacted Hawkesbury City Council’s Community Recycling Centre at 1 The Driftway, South Windsor. Due to storage limitations imposed by environmental obligations, the center is currently unable to accept paint and non-motor oils. Capacity is also limited for gas bottles, fire extinguishers, and […]
Incredible Isolation with No Power and No Reception
When the high winds occurred on Wednesday 15th January a high number of residents experienced power outages, some of which lasted several days. A large number of residents also reported mobile phone outages, with smartphones only showing 1 bar or SOS only. Even smartphones showing 1 bar were unable to call or text. Incoming calls […]
Julie Charlton OAM is a Force to Be Reckoned With
By Lawrence Machado Julie Charlton, the Founder & CEO of JC2 Athletics, said she was overcome with emotion after receiving the Order of Australia Medal for service to sport, and to people with disability. The Dural local, who represented Australia in para-shot-put at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, said she literally screamed with excitement when she was first notified […]
Historic Bridge in Galston Gorge Gets Some TLC
Late last year contractors undertook maintenance on the historic bridge in Galston Gorge, that is the last original bridge of its type remaining in use in NSW. James Wallace MP Member for Hornsby made the trip down to the Gorge last week to inspect the work and the bridge looks as good as new. The […]
OAM Honour for Legendary Goalkeeper Ron Lord
By Lawrence Machodo Legendary Australian footballer Ron Lord has posthumously received the medal of the Order of Australia, for services to football (soccer). Ron is one of the pioneering footballers who helped Australia gain international respect. He passed away on April 8, 2024, aged 94, his beloved wife Katherine predeceasing him in March 2017. Ron is survived by […]
Soroptimists Hold Another Successful Fundraiser
Members of SI Hornsby held another very successful fundraiser for the Hornsby and Kuring gai Women’s Shelter in September last year. Raffle tickets were sold to raise funds as well as members holding afternoon teas for friends to come along to in their own homes. The total raised for the shelter came to $7000. A […]
Old Man’s Valley ‘Field of Play’ to Become Hornsby’s New Backyard
Old Man’s Valley, part of Hornsby Shire Council’s ambitious Hornsby Park project, will come alive as a vibrant Field of Play thanks to a Thriving Communities grant from the Australian Government. Hornsby Shire Mayor Warren Waddell said the project has been provided $12 million, to be matched by Council through development contributions, for over 7,000 […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 7 February 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 7 February 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 199.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 197.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 204.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]
Local Heritage Assistance Funding Available for Hawkesbury Residents
Hawkesbury City Council recognizes the importance of both its Aboriginal and colonial heritage, highlighting the unique charm of the region. To foster a positive attitude toward heritage conservation and restoration, the Council offers an annual Local Heritage Assistance Fund, supported by Heritage NSW. The focus for the 2024/2025 funding round is on providing financial assistance […]
Home Safety this Summer
Reflecting on the catastrophic bushfires in California recently, it reminded me that we are in the middle of our peak bushfire season in NSW which is still in force until March. So it’s a good time to take a look at own backyards and see what is combustible and needs clearing out. One of the […]
