Lawrence Machado

Highly experienced and award-winning journalist with a demonstrated history of working in the newspaper and media industry both in Australia and overseas.  Lawrence Machado is our Sports Writer.
  • Jun- 2025 -
    2 June
    AllThe World’s Biggest Rugby League Training Precinct

    Kellyville Home to the World’s Biggest RL Training Precinct

    Kellyville is officially home to the largest rugby league training facility in the world, making The Hills District a magnet for emerging talent across the NRL. And if the Eastwood Rugby planned move to Castle Hill’s Fred Caterson Reserve takes off soon, it will mean massive growth potential for both…

    Read More »
  • May- 2025 -
    30 May
    AllChampion Hills Athlete Alex Hulley Retires

    Champion Hills Athlete Alex Hulley Retires

    Alex Hully, Australia’s outstanding hammer thrower for more than 14 years, has made the tough decision to retire due to spinal injuries. Alex, 27, also gave up on her dream of competing in the 2028 LA Games. The powerful Rouse Hill athlete dominated junior, state and Australian hammer throwing with stunning…

    Read More »
  • 22 May
    AllParramatta Eels Opens World's Largest Rugby League Training Facility in Kellyville

    Parramatta Eels Opens World’s Largest Rugby League Training Facility in Kellyville

    The Parramatta Eels today opened the $70m Parramatta Eels Centre of Excellence (COE) and Kellyville Memorial Park Community Centre, the largest rugby league training precinct in the world. Funded by the NSW and Australian Government, The Hills Shire Council and Parramatta Leagues Club, the precinct features five full-sized rugby league…

    Read More »
  • 19 May
    AllGolden Wickets: Veer’s Sporting Goals Are Extraordinary

    Veer’s Sporting Goals are Extraordinary

    Hills youngster Aaryaveer Tangri is an incredible child. At just 10 years, his sports charity, Golden Wickets, is already well known in several countries. His vision of helping poor children access used sports gear is helping hundreds of girls and boys to take up sports otherwise be unattainable to them.…

    Read More »
  • 17 May
    AllBulls Players Enjoy Lisa Fiola Cup Joy

    Bulls Players Enjoy Lisa Fiola Cup Joy

    Several players from the Hills Bulls were a part of the Parramatta Eels team which lifted their first Lisa Fiola Cup Under 17 girls trophy. The Eels outclassed Central Coast Roosters 26-10 in the recent grand final at Leichhardt Oval. Isabella Bell, Hine Rikiti, Temieke Withers, Georgia Wansey, Tegan Nicholas,…

    Read More »
  • 5 May
    AllGriffo Memorial Cup: Magpies Edge Bulls

    Griffo Memorial Cup: Magpies Edge Bulls

    The Hills Bulls and Wentworthville Magpies are contesting the inaugural Griffo Memorial Cup this season, with the winners decided after the completion of their Ron Massey Cup and Sydney Shield home and away matches. The Magpies drew first blood in the series last Sunday, with a hard fought 28-18 victory,…

    Read More »
  • 4 May
    All

    Five-goal Cemazar Kicks Strikers off the Park

    Elin Rosenberg Cemazar was the five-goal heroine as undefeated Hills United romped to an 8-0 victory over Sutherland Strikers in their FNSW League One Women’s first grade game at the weekend. This followed their 5-0 rout of Blacktown Spartan in the previous round, and makes them the team to beat…

    Read More »
  • Apr- 2025 -
    18 April
    AllGriffo’s Legacy Lives on at The Hills Bulls

    Griffo’s Legacy Lives on at The Hills Bulls

    The Hills Bulls took a page from the past to honour one of one of their much loved heroes, Paul ‘Griffo’ Griffin, as they launched their ‘Our Club, Our Legacy’ campaign last Sunday. Griffin, tragically killed last year, will be a permanent part of the Baulkham Hills club with the…

    Read More »
  • 5 April
    AllHills Bulls Plan A Long Lasting Legacy

    Hills Bulls Plan A Long Lasting Legacy

    The Hills Bulls, one of the most successful rugby league clubs in The Hills District, is launching Our Club, Our Legacy campaign, to raise $350,000 for their new clubhouse in Baulkham Hills. The official launch is on Sunday, April 13, at their Crestwood Oval headquarters, at 2pm. The club expansion…

    Read More »
  • 5 April
    AllHills AFL Clubs Benefit From Elite Coaching Workshop 2025

    Hills AFL Clubs Benefit from Elite Coaching

    Coaches from The Hills District gained invaluable tips from a coaching workshop held by senior GWS Giants coaches, including head coach Adam Kingsley. Representatives from East Coast Eagles, Pennant Hills, Parramatta Goannas, Kellyville-Rouse Hill Magpies, Baulkham Hills and Castle Hill Sports High School were among 30 coaches from across Sydney…

    Read More »
Back to top button