Latest News
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Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Hornsby Shire Council takes next step to maintain long term financial sustainability
At last night’s meeting, Council received and noted a report detailing the outcome of an extensive program of community engagement around applying to the NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a Special Rate Variation (SRV) and determined to advise IPART of its intention to make an application for an SRV in respect of the 2023/24 financial year. -
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Hello Hornsby celebrates a fantastic year of social inclusion for seniors and looks forward to another successful year
Hornsby Shire Council today marked Social Inclusion Week with a free event celebrating the success of its isolation-busting Hello Hornsby initiative, which has connected with over 1,500 people at 16 events across the Shire and is set to continue in 2023. -
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Library service promotes literacy with Summer Reading bonanza
This summer, Hornsby Shire Council challenges residents of all ages to rekindle their love of reading as it presents two free reading programs to strengthen literacy across the Shire. -
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Annual Report showcases delivery of high levels of service for the community
At its General Meeting held yesterday, Hornsby Shire Council endorsed its 2021-2022 Annual Report which outlines that, despite navigating a range of challenging circumstances, Council continued to deliver high levels of service for the community. -
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Hornsby Art Prize Winners Announced
The winners of the Hornsby Art Prize have been announced, with Solomon Karmel-Shann from Canberra taking home the top prize for his depiction of a troubled young man walking away from a red flag that towers in the distance on top of the hill. -
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Celebrate our beloved Community Recycling Centre’s fifth birthday by going behind the scenes
To celebrate the Thornleigh Community Recycling Centre’s (CRC) fifth birthday this November, Hornsby Shire Council invites you to enjoy its first ever open day. Go behind the scenes to experience the world of recycling and discover how this popular community facility has diverted over 3,000 tonnes of problem waste. -
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Westside Vibe returns for one-off special spring edition
Following the resounding success of its May event, Hornsby Shire Council’s popular Westside Vibe returns on 25 November. This one-off special spring edition of the popular laneway festival takes you on a sensory journey of taste, sound and atmosphere to leave you full of the joys of springtime. -
Announcements; Community News; Media Releases
Hornsby Shire bushcare volunteer takes out Regional Volunteer of the Year awards
Two decades of dedication to preserving Hornsby Shire’s beautiful natural environment have been acknowledged as local bushcare volunteer, Barry Lees, was named the Senior and Overall Regional Volunteer of the year by The Centre for Volunteering. -
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Hornsby Shire Council acknowledges invaluable contribution of local award-winning Geriatrician Professor Susan Kurrle
At its General Meeting held yesterday, Hornsby Shire Council acknowledged the invaluable contribution by local resident Professor Susan Kurrle, MD PhD, who has been working alongside Council in having Hornsby Shire recognised as a Dementia Friendly Community and was recently announced as the recipient of the Australian Healthcare and Hospitals Association (AHHA) 2022 Sidney Sax medal. -
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Hornsby Shire Council to consult community on proposed Special Rate Variation
At last night’s meeting, Hornsby Shire Council approved a recommendation to commence an extensive program of community engagement around applying to the NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) for a Special Rate Variation (SRV).