Latest News
All latest news items are listed below.
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Hornsby Shire Council to respond to State Government's low and mid-rise housing reforms
Following a December 2023 announcement by the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) to exhibit its Explanation of Intended Effect: Changes to create low and mid-rise housing, Hornsby Shire Council has resolved to make a submission on the proposal, outlining its concerns and recommendations. It will encourage the NSW Government to set clear housing targets and allow councils to develop and implement their own responses appropriate to the character of their local area and community expectations. -
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Hornsby Shire Council's Native Plant Giveaways Return this Autumn
Hornsby Shire Council is once again welcoming the return of its popular Native Plant Giveaway Program this March, inviting all residents of Hornsby Shire to participate and nurture their local environment by booking an appointment to collect four free native plants. -
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Official Reopening of Galston Aquatic and Leisure Centre Celebrates Refurbishments and Enhanced Accessibility
Excitement was in the air at the official grand reopening of the newly upgraded Galston Aquatic and Leisure Centre (GALC) last Saturday, 3 February. -
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Hornsby Shire to celebrate diversity with ‘Taste of the World’ cultural festival
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to announce a vibrant new free event celebrating the brilliant cultural diversity of its community with a dazzling display of performances and culinary experiences. -
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Hornsby Shire brings back Food Truck Fridays with international flavours and live music
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to welcome back its popular series of Food Truck Fridays this March and April. -
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Entries now open for Remagine Sustainability and Environmental Art Prize 2024
Hornsby Shire Council’s sustainability and environmental art prize Remagine is again open for entries with $11,000 in total prize money. -
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Performances, Food Trucks, Free Kids’ Activities and Pool Entry to Mark Australia Day 2024 in Hornsby Park
Hornsby Shire Council is once again inviting residents to join in the fun at Hornsby Park this Australia Day (26 January) for performances, First Nations songs and dance, food trucks, free kids’ activities and free entry to the Hornsby Aquatic and Leisure Centre. -
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Council welcomes New South Wales Government’s support for vision for future of housing supply in Hornsby Shire
Hornsby Shire Council has cautiously welcomed plans unveiled by the New South Wales Government to address the supply of housing in the state by rezoning land around eight rail stations, including Hornsby — providing an opportunity to enhance progression of Council’s recently adopted Hornsby Town Centre Masterplan. -
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Hornsby Shire Community Event Grants Program opens again
Hornsby Shire Council is pleased to announce that submissions are again open for its Community Event Grants Program, with more than $17,000 on offer for events in the local community. -
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Hornsby Shire Council addresses outcomes for community at last meeting of 2023
At its last General Meeting for 2023, Hornsby Shire Council has wrapped up the year with several great outcomes for the community, including the adoption of progressive amendments to development control plans, outlining a commitment to investigate Council’s support of veterans in the LGA and celebrating record achievements for community-led local support services.