Latest News
All latest news items are listed below.
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Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Council progresses Rural Lands Planning Proposal to protect and enhance its rural areas
At last night’s general meeting, Hornsby Shire Council endorsed progression of a Rural Lands Planning Proposal, an outcome of the Rural Lands Study (RLS), for submission to the Department of Planning and Environment approve it for public exhibition. -
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Ruddock Park upgrades officially opened as park celebrates its 48th birthday
A day after the 48th anniversary of when Ruddock Park, Westleigh was opened in honour of former Shire President, the Hon Max Ruddock, an impressive suite of upgrades was yesterday officially unveiled by his son, Hornsby Shire Mayor, the Hon Philip Ruddock AO. -
Announcements; Council News; Media Releases
Council adopts 2023-2026 Delivery Program including the Operational Plan 2023/24
Following community consultation, Hornsby Shire Council last night adopted its 2023-2026 Delivery Program and 2023/24 Operational Plan (DPOP) incorporating the Budget, Rating Structure and Fees and Charges for 2023/24. These documents outline the key initiatives and levels of service to be provided to the community in a prudent and financially viable manner. -
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Hornsby 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 Releases
New 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 Releases
Beecroft 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 Releases
Hello 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 Releases
Iconic 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. -
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Hornsby 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. -
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Hornsby 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.