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National Trust’s Heritage Festival

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Living and working in the Hawkesbury, having opportunities to visit heritage homes allows me to appreciate my heritage even more.

As part of the National Trust’s Heritage Festival there will be an open home at 74 The Terrace, Windsor on Sunday, 15 April, 2012.  The cost will be $15 per person which includes a devonshire tea. Proceeds from the day will be donated towards the re-roofing of the bell tower at St Matthew’s Anglican Church.

Enjoy learning more about the great district we live in and get involved.  Tour times are 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm with gates opening at 12:45pm.  Bookings are essential by phoning Helen on 4577 6677.

I look forward to seeing you there.

Rachael 🙂

Article courtesy of Hawkesbury Gazette, Wednesday April 11, 2012

74 The Terrace Windsor Open House

McGraths Hill – Area Profile

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Local Real Estate Agent, Rachael Goldsworthy, says, “McGraths Hill is a middle class, family area. It’s popular for a lot of reasons. There are public and private schools and very large sporting grounds of Colbee Park. It’s close to the water, so there are plenty of recreational activities, a cycle way and boat ramps.It also has Bunnings, Aldi, a Home Centre and a number of quality specialty stores and restaurants.“

 McGraths Hill is on the Hillsbus routes to Westfield at Rouse Hill and Windsor and close to the M2 motorway.

 “We recently sold a four bedroom home in Books Crescent for $460,000. It is a good area for owner-occupiers as well as investors given that there is so much nearby and it’s within a reasonable commute proximity to the city, Parramatta and Norwest.”

 “McGraths Hill is popular. We currently have homes listed in Kallawatta Crescent and Books Crescent. The last property we sold in Books Crescent went for $460,000, so there is great potential in this area for investors as well as families.”

“Median house price in 2011 was $450,000. This has increased from $290,000  over the last ten years (2002 median price).

“Last month a 22.5% increase in capital growth was reported by real estate analysts, RP Data, which was more than double that of the Hawkesbury,” said Ms Goldsworthy.

Key Facts

• McGraths Hill is 44 kms North West of Sydney CBD and is part of the Hawkesbury Shire. It is bordered by Vineyard and Windsor. It covers approximately 3 square kilometres.

• It was settled in the early 1800s. It was used primarily for farming and grazing.

• The population doubled between 1981 and 1991, but has remained stable over the last few years.

• Current population is 2,477 (according to ABS 2006 census).

• There are 855 dwellings. 75% owner occupied.

• Average number of persons per dwelling is 2.91

• Average age of residents is 32 years (5 years lower than national average).

If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact Rachael Goldsworthy on 0418 410 498.

Flood Evacuation Warning for Caravan Parks along Hawkesbury River from Windsor to Wisemans Ferry

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2 March 2012, 1:39AM AET

As a result of the flood level predicted by the Bureau of Meteorology the NSW State Emergency Service recommends that residents of low lying properties and caravan parks located on both sides of the Hawkesbury River between Windsor and Wisemans Ferry be prepared to evacuate within the next 24 hours with evacuation possibly as early as tomorrow morning.

Residents should monitor the situation and be prepared to evacuate when instructed to do so. A Flood Evacuation Order will be issued by the NSWSES, if evacuation is required.

Wherever possible, people should go and stay with family or friends, or make other accommodation arrangements. For people who need assistance, evacuation centres will be set up by Community Services. Details of the location of these centres will be provided should an evacuation be required.

The NSW SES recommends the following further actions:

  • Owners of movable caravans be prepared to relocate at short notice
  • Owners of non movable vans or homes secure their vans by tying them down to prevent flotation and isolate power to the van
  • Raise belongings by placing them as high as possible in the van or home.
  • Collect together essential medicines, important documents, mementos and photos to take these with you.
  • If possible, check to see whether your neighbours need help.
  • Make arrangements for care of pets or other animals or take pets with you to an evacuation centre along with their food.
  • Turn off the electricity and gas.
  • Take three days’ supply of clothes with you.
  • Do not drive or walk through floodwater.
  • Continue to listen to a local radio station for updates.

Further Information for Residents:

  • For emergency help in floods and storms, call the NSWSES on
  • 132 500
  • In a life-threatening emergency call
  • 000 (triple zero)
  • Public Information Centre Phone 1800 227 228
  • Road information, Contact your Local Council or the RTA
  • 132 701
  • Rural Animal & Livestock Assistance call
  • 1800 814 647
  • You can find more information on the River condition from the Bureau of Meteorology website at www.bom.gov.au

Source: SES

Stay safe and dry.

Rachael 🙂

A church made of sand?

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You can see the artist in the photograph below is in the process of finalising the base of this entry for the International Sandsculpting Competition. Aren’t the sand sculptors clever!

If you haven’t already do so, take the time out to drop by and see them on The Terrace, Windsor…rain, hail or shine, they are there 🙂

Enjoy.

Rachael 🙂

Sandsculpting a Church

Aerial Shot of The Peninsula by the Hawkesbury River

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The Peninsula, Windsor (part of the original Hannabus Dairy)

I was kindly emailed a copy of this photograph by Marilyn & Dudley Mercer who live in Windsor and I couldn’t resist sharing with you.

So the legend goes…

The orange orchard that you see in the lower right hand corner sadly is no longer there. However in its place is a beautiful two storey home which is known as No. 23 George Street, Windsor (next door to Government Park).

The drive way leading from George St, at the side of the orchard, leads to No. 25 which was the site of the original milking shed. Closeby you can also see the big barn which was also part of Hannabus’ Dairy, as was the orchard together with house numbers 25, 27 and 29.

The dark brick home next to No. 25 was built by old Albert Hannabus for his son. This has a brick front fence in this picture which may help you navigate to the home more easily.

No. 27, the original dairy house, was built in 1865. The roof has been replaced since this photo was taken – it looks red or rusty in this photograph.

No. 29 was a drive way from the street to the barn when produce was sold and delivered. The house there now is more modern.

And finally, the last home you can see is owned by a very famous and talented local artist.

Thank you again Marilyn & Dudley for the photograph and your local knowledge, much appreciated. It is great to be able to share this information.

Here ends your local history lesson for today 🙂

If you have any local history stories that you would like to contribute, I would love to share them with my readers. Please contact me rachael@rachaelgoldsworthy.com.au.

Happy history hunting.

Rachael 🙂

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