WARRAH

Just when we thought things could not get any more dramatic, life sent us all another curveball. In times of great upheaval it’s calming to focus on the things that remain constant – the natural rhythms of nature, the harvest, the satisfaction of physical labour outdoors, preparing and eating a nourishing meal. On the farm […]

THE LEGACY OF GRIEF A STUDY OF A FACE

This photo supports this editorial of Kerron’s. Apart from both having the red hair, the physical characteristics are striking as seen in the photo of my mother at a similar age to my grand daughter, Indiana’ Mary

Faces express our emotions. They can be happy, cheerful, thoughtful, angry, sad reflecting any sentiment in between: faces are the measure of our feelings. Recently I saw a friend one of whose parents had recently died. She looked sad and distressed; her eyes were red ringed from shed tears and her whole demeanour was one […]

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS POSTPONED

The New South Wales Government has decided to postpone the local government elections that were scheduled for September this year, in response to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. A new date has not yet been set, but the NSW Government intends to hold the elections in September 2021. Hornsby Shire Council has welcomed the decision, with […]

LOCAL AUTHOR KELLIE M DAVIES TREATS US TO A TASTER OF HER 2ND BOOK IN HER TRILOGY

Kellie M Davies, author of The Clandestine Chronicles, pens a brief explanation behind her floundering around in paddocks outside of the quaint English village of Long Compton, home of the Rollright Stones. For me, writing a novel entails so much more than the mere story told via words on a page. I like to immerse […]

A PHONE-TASTIC INITIATIVE

This is me and Danae from iPulse phone repairs with some of the newly-donated phones they will make safe for vulnerable women

Hornsby Councillor, Emma Heyde, is helping turn Hornsby’s e-waste into a way of helping women experiencing domestic violence. Councillor Heyde has been collecting unwanted phones from residents across the Shire. The phones are delivered to Andrew Mackenzie at iPulse Phone Repair in Dural. Andrew, and his technicians, wipe the phones and recondition them for free, […]

IMMUNE BOOSTING TONIC RECIPE (ANTIVIRAL, ANTIBACTERIAL, ANTI-FUNGAL)

A DIY immune boosting tonic recipe or a natural antibiotic recipe that will make your immune system stronger and powerful enough to fight easily any viral, bacterial or yeast infection. Great for those looking to boost their immune system while sick during the cold and flu season or to fight an infection fast without antibiotics […]

Neighborhood Watch Report

Unfortunately we are seeing a slight increase in criminal activity over the past few weeks. April saw properties broken into and items such as a chainsaw, nail gun and motorbike (2) stolen from properties in Galston and Middle Dural. Crime stats from March show 1 x Steal from Vehicle Middle Dural, and in Galston 1 […]

VIRTUAL RELAY

The 19th Hills Relay For Life will be stepping out online on May 16 from 2pm to 6pm. COVID-19 restrictions have forced the much-loved Cancer Council fundraiser from its annual home at Castle Hill Showground into homes and gardens. Organisers are asking people to follow and like the Hills Relay For Life Facebook page so […]

HERBS AND HARDBACKS – HELPING HORNSBY STAY HEALTHY

Library Service Hornsby Shire Council is continuing to adjust to the challenges of COVID-19, launching services to deliver books and plants to people’s homes. “These are challenging times that affect everybody and Council is working hard to find ways to make it easier for our community members,” Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock said. “At the […]

GLENORIE PROGRESS ASSOCIATION

The GPA continues to operate as usual through this period. Our last meeting was conducted via zoom, very successfully. That means it is even easier for you to join us at our next meeting from the comfort of your home. $300,000 for Cattai Ridge Road The Hills Shire will fund improvements to Cattai Ridge Road […]