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Windsor is known to have its fair share of ghost stories – but could they be true? Hawkesbury Regional Museum is back with a frightful lineup of Halloween events this October, and whether you’re looking for a fun activity for the kids or something a bit more haunting, you’re bound to have a chilling spooky […]

By Elizabeth Frias Spacious backyards, sweeping views of rolling green hills and occasional wildlife visitors make Kurmond an appealing place to call home. Less than two hours north-west of Sydney’s CBD, the semi-rural Hawkesbury village is home to nearly 900 residents. Its landscape reflects a rich agricultural history, with surrounding farms once producing milk, beef, […]

By Greg Martin This year marks the centenary of the Richmond–Kurrajong Railway Line, affectionately known as the Pansy Line. To celebrate, the Kurrajong-Comleroy Historical Society (KCHS) will host a ‘Virtual Tour’ at Panthers North Richmond at 1pm on Sunday, 22 November. Bookings are required, so secure your spot by purchasing tickets – $15 for adults […]

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 […]

A new shared path along Norwest Boulevard is giving people a safer and more convenient way to walk or cycle between homes, workplaces, shops and public transport. The Hills Shire Council has completed the 2.6-kilometre Norwest Boulevard Shared Path, upgrading the existing footpath on the eastern side of the road between Windsor Road and Old […]

By Janakan Seemampillai The Greater Western Sydney (GWS) Giants were created with one of the most ambitious objectives in Australian sport: to establish Australian football in the nation’s fastest-growing and most diverse region. More than a decade after entering the AFL, the club has achieved remarkable success on the field, regularly playing finals, developing elite […]

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 […]

Time is running out to enter the Blacktown City Diwali Lights Competition with nominations for the colourful celebration of culture and community closing on Friday 30 October. The Blacktown City Council competition encourages people to create vibrant and imaginative displays that showcase the spirit of the South Asian festival while sharing its message of hope, […]

By Christine Rau “Together we’ll have to discover new ways to reinhabit the territories we destroyed while doing commerce. “Avant-garde communities built on solidarity, not hate – that funny neighbour with a greenhouse; the one who still knows how to fix a machine, who generates electricity with a bicycle. “These tiny projects – marginal, a […]

By Janakan Seemampillai The Greater Western Sydney (GWS) Giants were created with one of the most ambitious objectives in Australian sport: to establish Australian football in the nation’s fastest-growing and most diverse region. More than a decade after entering the AFL, the club has achieved remarkable success on the field, regularly playing finals, developing elite […]

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 […]