Working to Deliver Cost of Living Relief for Our Community
I know that people throughout our community are doing it tough. That’s why this year’s Federal budget is so important. Our community is right to have expected cost of living relief. However, I am concerned that the budget will not do enough to help people throughout our area manage the worsening cost of living crisis. […]
Harman Foundation Gala Dinner Fundraiser
On Friday 10 May the Harman Foundation hosted a fundraising gala dinner. The Light and Hope Gala Fundraiser is held annually to bring awareness and raise funds for the wonderful mission of the Harman Foundation. The night featured cultural performances, a live and silent auction, and was catered with exquisite Indian cuisine. The night brought the community […]
From The Desk Of Matt Kean
I was thrilled to host a group of Legal Studies year 11 students, from Pacific Hills Christian School, in Parliament last month. I was particularly impressed with their knowledge of the workings of the NSW Parliamentary system. The future of our state is in good hands with engaged and interested students like these. Last month, […]
Julian Leeser: Federal Member for Berowra
For many years, it has been a key priority of mine to champion a better deal for our area from the telcos – for more towers and fewer blackspots. Only weeks ago, we got a new phone tower in Glenhaven. This is a cause of celebration after years fighting for the tower, including a community […]
Rural Roundup News Update
Council News Update: The Hornsby Shire Council delivery and Operational Plan is currently on exhibition. What does this mean? It presents for comment what Council plans to do over the coming years. It covers all aspects of Council’s budget and finances and what we hope to achieve in areas like: Our core business of waste, […]
From The Desk of Matt Kean Member For Hornsby
Recently I was very pleased to be joined by other politicians, from our local area, at all levels of government and together we have called on the NSW government to honour the previous Coalition Government’s commitment to upgrading New Line Road. On behalf of our constituents, we will continue to make strong representations to fix […]
Councillor Mitchell Blue
The council currently has a number of plans and surveys on exhibition. The Hills Shire Plan is Council’s annual plan, setting out its delivery, operational and resourcing strategy for the next twelve months. The plan’s budget is split into 5 pillars: 1. Building a vibrant community and prosperous economy $54.4 million 2. Proactive Leadership $10.3 […]
Melissa Monteiro: Local Woman of the Year
Mark Hodges – Member for Castle Hill I am very pleased to announce the Local Woman of the Year for the Castle Hill Electorate. Melissa Monteiro was born in Mumbai, India and grew up in a working-class suburb. She has a Bachelor and Master’s in social work and in 2000 migrated to Australia with her […]
New Safe Park for Small Pups
Hornsby Shire Council – Dr Verity Greenwood Following strong community support, the Greenway Park off-leash fenced dog park extension is now a reality. Approximately 750m2 in size, this well-designed, safe and separate space for small dogs (under 6kg), puppies (up to 6 months old) and elderly dogs (over 10 years old) has seating in the […]
Matt Kean – NSW Member for Hornsby
Matt Kean MP – I am receiving a lot of correspondence from local residents concerned about the current government’s proposed radical planning changes. After years of promises, Labor have spent their first year in power achieving nothing in housing. Now they are proposing a series of desperate zoning changes across every Liberal seat. Communities should […]
