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g for Bradfield. Read about her push against the St Ives poker machine proposal and join her for a free community event on the power of senior mentoring this March.

Hornsby is currently offering a unique property opportunity. With a median house price $1 million lower than its neighbours, a "ripple effect" from the south is imminent. Learn why current flat market conditions are a buyer's best friend.

The Liberal Party is in the grip of an identity crisis. Following Angus Taylor’s decisive leadership win over Sussan Ley, the party faces a brutal choice: move further right to stop the One Nation surge or fight to win back the centrist metropolitan heartland.

Acting as a guarantor involves significant financial risk. From the historical lessons of the Amadio case to modern lender requirements, discover why getting a solicitor to review your loan documents is a critical step in protecting your personal property.

We can’t pretend anymore. A whole month has passed, and we officially have our feet stuck into 2026. Fear not, though. February is the month of love, the month where we get back into our rhythm with schooling for children and university students, and the last opportunity to catch the...

The federal Coalition is once again in disarray. For the second time in 8 months, the Nationals have split from the Liberals – this time over support for the Government’s hate crimes bill.

Sydney summers don’t follow a script anymore. Heatwaves, sudden downpours and surprisingly cold mornings now arrive side by side. For many older Australians, this unpredictability quietly shapes everyday decisions, especially about when, and whether, to get outside.

Welcome to 2026! For many of us, the world feels quite unsettled right now ­— which is why taking care of one another matters more than ever. A safe and welcoming community doesn’t happen by itself - it’s something we build together every day. So, let’s look out for each other....

As many of you would know, I stood as a community Independent candidate in the 2025 federal election. One of my key platforms was respect for women and the urgent need to address domestic and family violence both in this country and in our community.

Instances where wills should be reviewed include marriage, separation, the passing of executors or beneficiaries, children reaching adulthood, the birth of grandchildren, and de-registration of charities benefitting from the testator’s will. Legal guidance and advice is always recommended.