RURAL ROUND UP

By Councilor Warren Waddell The long-awaited Rural Lands Review has now gone on public exhibition. Residents are encouraged to access the reports on the Council website hornsby.nsw.gov.au and make comments by the end of October. They may also be accessed at the local library. The background report and subsequent summary provide a balanced, evidence-based report […]

GALSTON CONCERTS: MUSICAL BLESSINGS

By Robert Harris It’s a case of Stop then Go, Go, Go for The Galston Concerts in coming months. The concerts team at Galston Uniting Church have noted the ongoing unpredictability of current health concerns, deciding to postpone the final event of the 2020 series scheduled for 22 November. “In fairness to the performers, audience […]

THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT… LET’S MAKE MUSIC…

Well, we are have all been doing different things to keep ourselves amused over the last couple of months. I have a daughter who lives in the beautiful city of Wodonga, Victoria. So of course, she has been in lockdown. To keep herself amused and to help maintain mental wellbeing, she decided to join an […]

NEWS FROM THE HISTORY COTTAGE

While the Covid 19 restrictions have prevented members meeting other aspects of its work have continued, almost as usual. The Society is the repository of the records of various community organisations, of family genealogy and the reminiscences of long time residents who see the importance of such material for our unique local history. The Galston […]

HILLS GRAMMAR SEAT PROJECT FOR CHARITY

Hills Grammar students are again participating in the SEAT Project. Their long-standing commitment to the SEAT Project has seen thousands of dollars raised to the charities of the students’ choice. SEAT is a social initiative that educates young students in social values, sustainability and how to raise funds for real foundations. Hills Grammar began their […]

WE’RE BACK SWIMMING AT GALSTON!!!!

After a three month hiatus due to COVID-19, the kids at Galston Swim Club are finally back in the pool at Galston Aquatic and Leisure Centre. Galston had five swimmers (pictured right) qualify for the NSW Junior State Age Championships; unfortunately, they were unable to compete due to cancellation of the competition. Despite this disappointment, […]

COME AND EXPERIENCE THE LEARNING BLOCKS DIFFERENCE

Enjoy our Free Playgroup every Monday between 10.30 – 12.30 Do you want to meet other families in a safe and fun and free environment? Hills Playgroup is a Fun, Informal, FREE play and social sessions. Come and meet other families in a small intimate group every Monday between 10.30 and 12.30. We run rain, […]

GALSTON HIGH ACKNOWLEDGED IN 2020 NSW MINISTER’S AND SECRETARYS AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE

Outstanding student achievement and inspiring public education staff and parents have been recognised in the 2020 NSW Minister’s and Secretary’s Awards for Excellence. The awards showcase NSW public school students and staff who have made major contributions to their education communities and serve as role models to their peers. They also acknowledge schools that have […]

GALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL

By Carole Weiss Generous donations from our wonderful parents who supported the Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser enabled $4735.38 to be raised for this excellent cause. All the money will go to the Heart Foundation for vital heart research and education programs. Jeans for Genes Mufti Day organised by the School Representative Council (SRC) in […]

JOY CLARKE’S LOVE AFFAIR WITH MINI NEOREGELIA BROMELIADS

As I get older, I find the smaller size of miniature neoregelias more appealing for their ease of handling. Plus, mini neoregelia’s have such a lot going for them. Not only are they cute and colourful but are fairly easy to grow and propagate. They can be grown in hanging baskets (if there is a […]