Latest News
All latest news items are listed below.
For any media enquiries, please contact media@hornsby.nsw.gov.au
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Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Residents urged to safeguard themselves and get emergency prepared
This Emergency Ready Week, from 18-24 September, Hornsby Shire Council is encouraging residents to take charge of their emergency preparedness by embracing the Australian Red Cross’ Get Prepared app, an innovative tool enabling individuals to navigate times of crisis efficiently and allowing them to recover swiftly and effectively. -
Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Community Recycling Centre to temporarily pause collection of hard and soft plastics
From Friday, 8 September, Hornsby Shire Council will pause collection of hard and soft plastics at its Community Recycling Centre in Thornleigh for around four weeks. This will take place while its plastics processor, Plasmar, relocates premises for a planned major expansion in processing capacity. -
Events; Council News; Media Releases
Get on board to mark Dementia Action Week 2023
Hornsby Shire Council invites people living with dementia, along with their families and dedicated carers to a complimentary lunch cruise on the Hawkesbury River. This much-anticipated event on 19 September, set aboard the iconic Riverboat Postman, will mark Dementia Action Week. -
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Hornsby Shire Council progresses plans for Hornsby Park
At its meeting last night, Hornsby Shire Council progressed plans in the delivery of its major project at Hornsby Park, making decisions around tenders received for Stage One. -
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Mayor Ruddock urges state government to support sustainable waste management
At last night’s meeting, Hornsby Shire Mayor, Philip Ruddock AO called on the NSW Government to provide crucial funding and support for councils to ensure adequate waste management for their communities. He also vowed to work with fellow Sydney councils to improve environmental outcomes of waste processing. -
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Final call for entries – Hornsby Art Prize
The countdown is on for the Hornsby Art Prize, with the submission deadline rapidly approaching. Artists from across the nation are encouraged to submit their unique artworks before entries close on 5 September. -
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Council calls out for citizen scientist volunteers
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to announce the launch of ‘Communities, Creeks and Critters’, an innovative citizen science project aimed at exploring the biodiversity of local creek ecosystems. -
Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Battle of Hornsby oil painting gifted to Council’s art collection
Hornsby Shire Council is delighted to announce the generous donation to Council’s art collection, a remarkable oil painting, which depicts the Battle of Hornsby. -
Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Berowra book locker 24/7 service now open
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to announce the launch of a new initiative aimed at improving community access to local library items, with a click and collect book locker system now open at Berowra Library. -
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Solar lights up Shire’s community centres
Hornsby Shire Council, in its firm commitment towards sustainability and renewable energy, is proud to announce the successful completion of a solar installation project at five of the area’s community centres.