Riverland

Pitt Town leads the property market

October 4, 2016

Pitt Town has ranked in the top 10 when it comes to biggest change in median value across Sydney and its outer suburbs, according to an article published in the “Daily Mail Australia” in July. It states that statistics, compiled by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria and CoreLogic RP Data, have revealed the best... Read More >

Hawkesbury Gazette: Pitt Town, Oakville, Agnes Banks fair best in land valuations

February 11, 2016

By Sarah Falson Land prices in Pitt Town, Oakville and Agnes Banks rose considerably during the 2015 financial year, according to a report from the Valuer General stating typical land values for a selection of Hawkesbury suburbs. The analysis, prepared by the Valuer General’s office for the Gazette, shows typical land values rose across most Hawkesbury... Read More >

Local business profile – Tranquil Waters Natural Therapies

December 1, 2015

Naturopath Lorna Cousins runs Tranquil Waters Natural Therapies in Pitt Town. We caught up with her to find out why she loves what she does, and what she loves about Vermont. Tell us about your business I’ve been running Tranquil Waters Natural Therapies for three years, offering naturopathy, remedial or relaxing massage, hot stone fusion... Read More >

Meet your neighbour – a Riverland revamp

November 24, 2015

Alan Ferris and his family first moved to Pitt Town in September 2011, and built their new home on a 760sqm block of land in Bona Vista. But with four growing children ranging in age from five to 17, they soon decided it was time to upsize. “We wanted something bigger, an acre or half-acre,” says... Read More >

Design your dream garden

November 17, 2015

It’s not only in dollars that you can measure the return on an investment in your outdoor space. It’s the lifestyle it provides – healthy active kids, time with family and friends, spaces where everyone can do their own thing. And the large 2,000m2+ blocks at Riverland offer all that potential and more, with the... Read More >

Bridge to Bridge Water Ski Classic

November 6, 2015

From dangar island where the Hawkesbury meets the sea, winding along the length of the river to Windsor, hundreds of water skiers race behind their boats for the bridge to bridge water ski classic. Covering 112km of picturesque Hawkesbury, the race is one of the longest running and most prestigious in the world. Skiiers won’t... Read More >

Pony Club special – Schools, coaches and local clubs

November 3, 2015

Continuing on from last weeks post which featured some great tips from riding coach Christine Johnson, this post we will focus on riding schools, coaches, local clubs and also details for the first ever Equine Lifestyle Festival held at the Hawkesbury Showground. Schools and coaches Johnson Equestrian Centre, Nelson Lessons and school holiday camps for students of... Read More >

Pony Club special – tips from riding coach Christine Johnson

October 27, 2015

Spending weekends at the stables, riding and caring for their very own pony… for any horse-mad child, it’s the dream. But a horse is a big commitment – both time and money-wise – and for parents who aren’t equine inclined, getting your child started in the equestrian world can be daunting. First steps “The number... Read More >

Enrolment round-up

October 20, 2015

Thinking about where your child will go to childcare, preschool, primary or high school? Now is the time to get organised for 2016, so we’ve put together all the latest details about enrolment, orientation and information sessions for local schools. Pitt Town Early Learning Centre Waitlist applications are always open. To enrol your child, put... Read More >

Is now the right time to refinance?

October 13, 2015

Interested in buying a larger block of land – or freeing up some money for renovations? With interest rates sitting incredibly low at the minute, there’s a good chance you could get a better deal if you refinance your home loan. We asked local mortgage broker Colin McAlister of Good Life Financial Services for his... Read More >