Australian Government Highlights Locals in Ad Campaign
The Australian Government have a new ad campaign targeting Small Business. Have you noticed some very familiar faces on these ads on SBS TV, and as ‘sponsored’ ads in your facebook feed? Did you spot Philips Stock Feeds in Arcadia, Overland Nursery in Arcadia, Galston Chicken Shop and Arcadia Automotive?
Galston Public School Fundraising Golf Day
The keenly anticipated fifth Galston Public School Fundraising Golf Day will be held on Sunday 10th September at Riverside Oaks Golf Course. It is a fun day of golf played in an Ambrose format and a great fundraiser for the school. Teams are made up of four members. Each team member tees off, the best […]
Bobbin Head Cycle Classic a Success
It is wonderful when all the elements of a much-anticipated, big event align and combine to create a simply perfect day. Such was the Bobbin Head Cycle Classic on Sunday, March 26 when, in the middle of weeks of wet weather, the sun shone, the rain stayed away and 2480 cyclists from around Sydney gathered […]
Monday Walks and Talks Ku-Ring-Gai Wildflower Garden, St Ives
The second term of the Monday Walks and Talks at Ku-Ring-gai Wildflower Garden, 420 Mona Vale Road, St Ives commences on 1st May at 9-45 am at Caley’s Pavilion. The first topic is Fruit, and other topics include Fungi, Ferns, Leaves, and Rainforests. Wear suitable shoes and hat, bring water. Cost $5, includes notes, discount […]
Australian Plants Society North Shore Group
The next meeting of the Australian Plants Society-North Shore Group will be held at 7-30 pm on Friday May 12th in the Willow Park Community Hall, 25 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby. The guest speaker is Tom Szymanski and his topic is “Bush Tucker.” Tom grew up in Poland then became a chef in London and […]
Does domestic violence only happen to women?
Social awareness around domestic and family violence, and action to counter it, is thankfully starting to progress. The Federal Government has committed $100,000,000 to combat the issue and programs have been developed in order to help male perpetrators, and several private shelters have started to open, in order to house women and children escaping a […]
Bridgestone Select Dural
Back in September last year Bridgestone Select was opened at 827 Old Northern Road. Owner Damon Purkiss is new to the automotive industry, having worked in financial services for the last 15 years. Damon and his young family are looking for the best of both worlds – a “semi-tree change” – a move to the […]
Heavy Metal Truants V
Riding to Raise funds for Children’s Charities. London to Download Festival – 7-9th June 275kms. I wonder how many residents realise we have an Australian Heavy Metal Music promoter in our midst. If you have ever visited Divine Infusions at Round Corner, or Glenorie Growers Market, you have probably seen Xina and her husband Chris. […]
Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade News
Smoke alarms Did you remember to change your smoke alarm batteries when you changed the time on your clock? With the winter months now upon us we would once again like to remind everyone of the importance of ensuring that you have working smoke alarms fitted. We suggest that you test and change the batteries […]
Galston Rural Fire Brigade News
AGM and awards Galston RFB members gathered for their Annual General Meeting recently. It is always an important time for the brigade to come together, share updates from the previous 12-months, vote on administrative and operational roles, and have a general catch-up with everyone involved in the brigade. It is also a great time to […]
