Latest News
All latest news items are listed below.
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Announcements; Council News; Media ReleasesHornsby Shire Council concludes citizen science search for platypus, following first confirmed sighting
Hornsby Shire Council is pleased to announce the completion of its pilot environmental DNA (eDNA) testing program, aimed at assessing the presence of platypus in local waterways, following a confirmed sighting in Colah Creek in August 2022. -
Announcements; Council News; Media ReleasesNew community battery announced for North Epping
Residents of North Epping will receive a community battery at Beck Street, helping lower household electricity bills, reduce emissions and deliver reliable renewable energy for local residents. -
Announcements; Council News; Media ReleasesBeecroft powers up – new EV charging station unveiled
Hornsby Shire Council is proud to announce the unveiling of a state-of-the-art public electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Beecroft, which is a significant step in the push for reduction of carbon emissions. -
Events; Council News; Media ReleasesHello Hornsby to visit Canoelands Orchard
Hornsby Shire Council invites local seniors to another fun-filled Hello Hornsby event, with a visit to Canoelands Orchard planned for Thursday 27 July. -
Announcements; Council News; Community News; Media ReleasesIconic new swing bridge opens in Pyes Creek Bushland
A new swing bridge in Pyes Creek Bushland, Cherrybrook, was today opened by the Hon Mr Stephen Bali MP, Parliamentary Secretary for Planning and Public Spaces, and Hornsby Shire Mayor, the Hon Philip Ruddock AO. -
Announcements; Council News; Community News; Media ReleasesHornsby Shire Council adopts Westleigh Park Masterplan and Plan of Management
Following extensive community and stakeholder engagement, Hornsby Shire Council last night formally adopted a revised draft Master Plan and the draft Plan of Management for its Westleigh Park project, a major new parkland to be developed in Westleigh. -
Announcements; Council News; Media ReleasesHornsby Shire Council welcomes IPART’s approval of a Special Rate Variation
Hornsby Shire Council today welcomed news that the NSW Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has approved in full its application for a Special Rate Variation (SRV), giving Council the opportunity to advance plans to secure a sound financial future for the Shire. -
Announcements; Council News; Media ReleasesFiona Leatham joins Hornsby Shire Council
Hornsby Shire Council is thrilled to announce a new appointment to Council’s Executive Team. Fiona Leatham joins us as Director, Infrastructure & Major Projects. -
Announcements; Events; Council News; Media ReleasesWinter bushwalking season kicks off
With the winter season now underway, Hornsby Shire Council has unveiled its upcoming schedule of free guided bushwalks, which are aimed at providing a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience for residents. -
Announcements; Council News; Media ReleasesHornsby Shire Community Event Grants Program now open
Hornsby Shire Council is pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the Community Event Grants Program, with close to $30,000 on offer for events in the local community.