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There is always something interesting happening in our beautiful Hawkesbury and winter has a lot to offer, so get wrapped up in your toasty clothes and head on out! Our vibrant cover features the much loved Hawkesbury Fest, with council and community displays, children’ s activities and food stalls. Sunday 3 August at Governor Philip Park, p5.
The much-loved NSW All Holden Day is back in the same month; this 37th annual event hosts the largest collection of Holdens( 800 +) on display anywhere in the world and is sure to go off with a boom! P25.
The annual State Gem & Mineral Show returns to the showground in September. This amazing display of crystals, opals, stones and hand crafted jewelry attracts locals and national traders alike, p23.
MP Susan Templeman informs us of the 100th anniversary of the Richmond RAAF Base with an Airshow which will
HDI be over two days. Air displays will grace the skies and heritage aircraft will be on display- a fitting tribute for the oldest base in New South Wales and the second oldest in Australia, p23.
Still in history mode, no doubt if you are reading this you are fond of the written word. On p21 our esteemed journalist, Greg Martin, tells a fascinating story about the Penrith Museum of Printing, which houses an incredible array of printing machines. You can also get a personalised tour from Bob Lockley and John‘ Wild Red’, who lovingly keep this historic place alive.
Nominations are now open for the Hawkesbury’ s 2026 Australia Day Awards. Have a think about a person or group that you know that make a difference, big or small, in our area. There are several categories which cover many aspects of community service, p4.
Stary warm, until next month...
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