How can I remove backups to Macintosh HD?

Hello

I seem to have a massive amount of backups on my hard drive, which seems unnecessary when I use Time machine on a regular basis.  Any ideas how I can free up my hard drive? The image should show you everything.

Please read these two links:

https://support.Apple.com/en-us/HT204015

http://pondini.org/TM/30.html

There is really no need to delete them because they will be automatically removed if the room is required for other data.

Ciao.

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