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The Bright Ideas to Build Resilience Project supported community development in the Hawkesbury. This project was funded and supported by Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network (NBMPHN), as part of the Australian Government’s response to the 2019/2020 bushfires. Wentworth Healthcare is the provider of the NBMPHN.

The aim of the project was to build a more resilient community, that is self-supporting in day to day community life. The project had a focus on resilience and preparation for the inevitable future disasters, whilst supporting residents who had experienced the accumulated stress of recent multiple disasters.

These were projects that helped support the community to feel connected, that they belong and are involved. These were projects organised by sporting, hobby, social and community groups.

Bright Ideas to Build Resilience Showcase Film

The project culminated with a showcase film which featured the 14 community groups. These were varied community groups such as, community social groups, special interest groups, arts and culture groups, sporting clubs and incorporated associations. These groups were all from the Hawkesbury and sought grant funding or sponsorship to make it happen.

These are inspirational stories of place-based, locally led, community initiatives. The film is a resource for the Hawkesbury community to inspire and support other community groups and residents. The film showcases the benefits and outcomes for these groups, and also the broader community. It demonstrates how communities can connect and build resilience in the every day, and not just for the next flood, fire or natural disaster.

Watch the Community Groups Showcase

Bright Ideas to Build Resilience - Hawkesbury City Council's Youtube Channel

There are over 320 community groups in the Hawkesbury that you can get involved with. If you would like to join a group, you can search Hawkesbury City Council - Community Directory or or go to My Health Connector to find a group for you. Both of these websites can be accessed at the Hawkesbury Library Service in Windsor and Richmond.

The Community Groups that are featured in the film are:

  • Upper Colo Association
  • Colo Heights Progress Association
  • Colo Heights Tennis Club
  • St Albans Village Markets
  • Macdonald Valley Association
  • Macdonald Valley Connected and Prepared
  • Music at St Albans
  • The Ferry Artists
  • Pitt Town and District Sip and Stitch
  • Hawkesbury PCYC
  • Rotary Club of Kurrajong North Richmond
  • Bilpin Creative Workshop
  • Wilberforce Soccer Club
  • Hawkesbury Woodcraft Cooperative

If you have a bright idea for your community group, contact the Community Planning and Partnerships team at Council on 4560 4444 or email hubs@hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au for advice on grants and support available.


Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon
“The Bright Ideas to Build Resilience video reveals wonderful stories of community connection from all over the Hawkesbury,” Mayor McMahon said. “I encourage our community to watch it online as stories like these are inspirational for other community groups, and for anyone thinking of starting a group, or wanting to try a new idea."



This project was funded and supported by Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network (NBMPHN), as part of the Australian Government’s response to the 2019/2020 bushfires. Wentworth Healthcare is the provider of the NBMPHN.


The Bright Ideas to Build Resilience Project supported community development in the Hawkesbury. This project was funded and supported by Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network (NBMPHN), as part of the Australian Government’s response to the 2019/2020 bushfires. Wentworth Healthcare is the provider of the NBMPHN.

The aim of the project was to build a more resilient community, that is self-supporting in day to day community life. The project had a focus on resilience and preparation for the inevitable future disasters, whilst supporting residents who had experienced the accumulated stress of recent multiple disasters.

These were projects that helped support the community to feel connected, that they belong and are involved. These were projects organised by sporting, hobby, social and community groups.

Bright Ideas to Build Resilience Showcase Film

The project culminated with a showcase film which featured the 14 community groups. These were varied community groups such as, community social groups, special interest groups, arts and culture groups, sporting clubs and incorporated associations. These groups were all from the Hawkesbury and sought grant funding or sponsorship to make it happen.

These are inspirational stories of place-based, locally led, community initiatives. The film is a resource for the Hawkesbury community to inspire and support other community groups and residents. The film showcases the benefits and outcomes for these groups, and also the broader community. It demonstrates how communities can connect and build resilience in the every day, and not just for the next flood, fire or natural disaster.

Watch the Community Groups Showcase

Bright Ideas to Build Resilience - Hawkesbury City Council's Youtube Channel

There are over 320 community groups in the Hawkesbury that you can get involved with. If you would like to join a group, you can search Hawkesbury City Council - Community Directory or or go to My Health Connector to find a group for you. Both of these websites can be accessed at the Hawkesbury Library Service in Windsor and Richmond.

The Community Groups that are featured in the film are:

  • Upper Colo Association
  • Colo Heights Progress Association
  • Colo Heights Tennis Club
  • St Albans Village Markets
  • Macdonald Valley Association
  • Macdonald Valley Connected and Prepared
  • Music at St Albans
  • The Ferry Artists
  • Pitt Town and District Sip and Stitch
  • Hawkesbury PCYC
  • Rotary Club of Kurrajong North Richmond
  • Bilpin Creative Workshop
  • Wilberforce Soccer Club
  • Hawkesbury Woodcraft Cooperative

If you have a bright idea for your community group, contact the Community Planning and Partnerships team at Council on 4560 4444 or email hubs@hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au for advice on grants and support available.


Hawkesbury Mayor Sarah McMahon
“The Bright Ideas to Build Resilience video reveals wonderful stories of community connection from all over the Hawkesbury,” Mayor McMahon said. “I encourage our community to watch it online as stories like these are inspirational for other community groups, and for anyone thinking of starting a group, or wanting to try a new idea."



This project was funded and supported by Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network (NBMPHN), as part of the Australian Government’s response to the 2019/2020 bushfires. Wentworth Healthcare is the provider of the NBMPHN.

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