They raised families, cared for others, and worked all their lives—yet thousands of older Australian women now sleep in cars or on couches. As the fastest-growing group of homeless Australians, they are the quiet victims of a system that was never built for them.

The May edition of the Hawkesbury Post is out today. Read online here first....

Who to Vote for....

As Australians prepare to vote on May 3, the seat of Macquarie—stretching from the Blue Mountains to the Hawkesbury—emerges as a critical swing seat. With a history of flipping parties, this diverse electorate could help decide who governs.

Where to vote before election day.

Australia’s premier showjumping event returns after nine years! The Showcase of Showjumping lands at Windsor Polo Club from May 2–4 with top riders, $150,000 in prize money, food trucks, kids’ entertainment, and free entry for all.

Pro development groups funds Mayor's campaign

A 17-year-old boy was allegedly attacked by up to ten men and had his motorcycle stolen in Londonderry. Police are seeking witnesses and have released an image of a red Holden Barina seen at the scene.

Hawkesbury Council has voted against tougher flood rules.

A surprise meeting at Richmond's Black Duck Café sees Argentinian polo grooms, Deputy PM Richard Marles, MP Susan Templeman, and café owner Tammy sharing laughs over coffee during the Hawkesbury polo season.

The Albanese Government has pledged $114 million to fully fund the Richmond Bridge upgrade, ensuring key roads and a Southee Road bypass proceed

For months, Hawkesbury City Council denied missing deadlines for input on the $213 million Island Oasis development, even demanding the Hawkesbury Post retract its reporting and issue an apology. But internal emails and two separate freedom of information requests tell a different story

Nepean Nurses Walk Out Over Pay and Staffing

Equestrian enthusiasts are thrilled to hear that Agnes Banks Equine Clinic is back.

Councillor Mary Lyons Buckett offers her opinion on the HCC's opportunity to change the flood planning level from 1:100 to 1:200

Medicare Urgent Care Centres are proving to be a vital addition to Australia’s healthcare system.

Knowing when and how to help wildlife could be your most important contribution to protecting them.

The ABC revealed that birdwatching is not just an increasingly popular activity for many people – it is also worth billions of dollars to the economy.

Do you know anything about the death of Kerry Bromley?

Mirri - the first clouded leopard cub born in Australia