Hawkesbury District Independent Magazine

22/11/2025

✨ A beautiful new chapter for historic Windsor! ✨

Windsor is set to receive a stunning new handcrafted rotunda, gifted by The Windsor Experience as a lasting symbol of community, heritage, and local pride. The new structure will replace the existing rotunda in Windsor Mall, blending seamlessly with the town’s historic charm.

Crafted entirely from locally sourced timbers using traditional construction techniques, the project is being led by master carpenter Jex Pablo, renowned for his dedication to heritage timber framing.

Thanks to generous support from members and sponsors, the rotunda will be built and installed at no cost to the community.
Once completed, this beautiful new landmark will showcase craftsmanship, tradition, and the spirit of Windsor—preserving the surrounding trellis and wisteria to maintain the magic of the space.

🌟 Want to be part of the journey?
Jex Pablo is hosting immersive traditional timber framing workshops, with sessions running from November 2025 to March 2026.

For design plans, workshop info, and more, visit kieselhaus.com.

Read more here:
https://joom.ag/ZlDd/p16

20/11/2025

🎶 Therapy with a Musical Beat! 🎵

Music has the power to heal, connect, and inspire — and at Stormer Music, it’s doing just that.
From guitar and piano to drumming and singing, Stormer’s music therapy programs are helping people of all ages and abilities — including those with autism, brain injury, and physical or developmental challenges — find confidence, communication, and joy through rhythm and melody. 💙

Founder and musician Glenn Hobbs believes that “through music we connect and empower, express creatively, and enrich the space in our lives.”

To learn more about how Stormer Music is transforming lives through the power of sound, visit 👉 stormermusic.com.au

Read more here:
https://joom.ag/ZlDd/p12

18/11/2025

HAWKESBURY HISTORY ||Damming the Warragamba River

Warragamba Dam provides around 80 per cent of Greater Sydney's water supply and Is celebrating a milestone birthday.

Read the fascinating history of Warragamba here:
https://joom.ag/ZlDd/p10

17/11/2025

COVER STORY

🥊 A Huge Opportunity for Rising Boxer Tyrell Adams! 🥊

Local boxing talent Tyrell Adams is gearing up for the biggest fight of his career — an Australian Title showdown at the Richmond Greyhound Track on Saturday, 29 November.
Backed by local trainer Mark Hardman, Tyrell has risen through the ranks with skill, heart, and relentless dedication.

The fight night will also feature a full card of amateur bouts, making it a massive evening for local boxing fans.

📅 Saturday 29 November
📍 Richmond Greyhound Track
🎟️ General Admission, VIP & table packages available

Come out and support local talent and witness an unforgettable night of action! 🥊🔥

Read more here:
https://joom.ag/ZlDd/p27

16/11/2025

Congratulations to Ethan McGuinness from Kachan School of Tumbling and Performance in Windsor for winning his second Gold medal in Pamplona, Spain to become the world champion for 2025 in tumbling.

16/11/2025

Congratulations to Alexsa Kachan on becoming a Dual Junior World Champion

🥇🥇 Alexsa Kachan is a DUAL Junior World Champion! 🥇🥇

What a night at the Junior World Championships! After a thrilling competition, Alexsa Kachan has gone back-to-back and won the Double Mini and Tumbling World titles in spectacular fashion! 🏆

Adding to the excitement, NSW athletes Belle Swift and Timofei Kachan have secured brilliant 4th place finishes in their events at the World Age Group Competitions while Eleni Fountis has finished in the top 8. 👏

⭐️ Results ⭐️

Alexsa Kachan | Kachan School of Tumbling & Performance
Double Mini Final 1: 25.900 - Through to Final 2!
Double Mini Final 2: 25.800 🥇
Tumbling Final 1: 24.300 - Through to Final 2!
Tumbling Final 2: 25.500🥇

Belle Swift | SGAC - Sydney Gymnastic and Aquatic Centre
17-21 Double Mini Final 1: 24.900 - Through to Final 2!
17-21 Double Mini Final 2: 24.400

Eleni Fountis | Sydney Gymnastics Centre
17-21 Double Mini Final 1: 23.800

Timofei Kachan | Kachan School of Tumbling & Performance
13-14 Tumbling Final 1: 23.000 - Through to Final 2!
13-14 Tumbling Final 2: 22.600

Congratulations to the entire Australian team on their excellent performances and outstanding results! 🙌

We’d also like to give a big shout out to the coaches, officials and supporters who have poured their time, energy and passion into helping our athletes shine especially NSW coaches Dima Kachan and Kira Ward and judges Brett Austine and Blake Grainger. Thank you for everything that you do for our sport! 🤸

📸 Real Federación Española de Gimnasia

16/11/2025

Heartbreaking! 🙏💔

🔘 MAN DIES AFTER SUSPECTED HIT-AND-RUN
- (HAWKESBURY LGA)

- 9:31PM, Sunday 16th November

An investigation is underway into a suspected hit-and-run in Sydney’s north-west a short time ago.

Emergency services were called to Old Kurrajong Road at Richmond about 7.45pm (Sunday 16 November 2025), after a passing motorist noticed a man lying about 3m from the roadway.

They stopped and rendered assistance until NSW Ambulance paramedics arrived; however, the man died at the scene.

The man is yet to be formally identified but is believed to be aged in his 20s.

Initial inquiries indicate the man may have been struck by a vehicle, which has not stopped.

A crime scene has been established by officers attached to Hawkesbury Police Area Command with Old Kurrajong Road closed between Bells Line of Road and Pughs Lagoon.

Specialists from the Crash Investigation Unit are enroute to the scene to assist local police.

▪️View and be alerted more incidents near you by downloading the NSW Incident Alerts App. Try for free today; https://apple.co/39Y5tW2

15/11/2025

NOVEMBER SPORT|| with The Duckman, Harpo & Tony

Catch up on all your local sports news here:
https://joom.ag/ZlDd/p37

13/11/2025

🚴‍♂️ 💜 Riding for a cause that matters!

This Sunday 16th November, the VIC100 Charity Bike Event takes over Bells Line of Road, giving 800 cyclists the rare chance to ride 100km from Penrith to Mount Victoria — all in support of Lifeline’s frontline mental health services.
More than just a ride, the VIC100 is about community, hope, and saving lives. 🌟

🚧⛔️There will be road closures in place. Check live traffic
👉 Come along to cheer on the riders and enjoy the Finish Line Festival in Mount Victoria!

Read more:
https://goforbroke.org.au/vic100-communityinfo/

12/11/2025

🌿 After 45 years of care — it’s time to say farewell

Dr David Richardson and his wife and colleague, Christine, are retiring after nearly five decades of devoted service to their patients.

From Galston to North Richmond, Dr Richardson’s compassionate approach and dedication to integrative medicine have touched countless lives.

Now, the couple are ready to enjoy their next chapter at their beautifully restored Rouse Farm home, surrounded by gardens, history, and memories — with plenty of time for music, travel, and family. 🎶
Thank you, Dr David and Christine Richardson, for your many years of service, kindness, and care to our community. 💐

Read more here:
https://joom.ag/ZlDd/p9

10/11/2025

🌺 At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, we remember.
Today we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice and service of all who have fought for our freedom. Lest we forget. ❤️