The Galston Concerts: Ready, Steady – Wait!
By Robert Harris Public health statistics mean that it’s not quite the ‘Happy New Year’ for which we’d hoped. Nevertheless, The Galston Concerts are planning musical treats for better times ahead in 2022. It’s a case of ‘Get ready, get set – Wait’! The concerts team have mapped out a great line-up in five concerts […]
Bromeliad Society of Australia
Great news for the Bromeliad Society of Australia, its members and guests with the resumption of their meetings in 2022. The next meeting will be held on Saturday, 12th February at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground, Showground Road, Castle Hill off Doran Drive. Many beautiful Bromeliads will be available for purchase when sales open […]
Soil Health on Your Property
By Chris Noon Want to know more about why some plants thrive and some die on your property? Want to know more about the types of soil you have on your property and how healthy they are? Here are some simple soil assessments with very simple equipment so you can do it yourself. There is […]
Garden Club News
The Galston District Garden Club committee has made the decision to postpone our February meeting due to the latest outbreak of Covid. We are taking it month by month but we are hopeful the March meeting will go ahead. BY GRETA WICKHAM Is It Too Wet For Mowing? Often after a long period of rain, […]
Colourful Fungi-Hidden In The Hills
By Lachlan Turner Dramatic colours, unusual shapes and interesting patterns. This can describe a whole range of Colourful Fungi that may be found in some of the damp areas of creekside bushland. It is easy to overlook many Colourful Fungi as most prefer spaces where there is no, or, next to no sunlight. They are […]
Hills Grammar Welcomes New Principal
Hills Grammar, celebrating 40 years as the leading independent co-educational school in the Hills District, is delighted to appoint its first female Principal, Mrs Karen Yager. Mrs Yager joins the School with more than 26 years’ experience in education, including, most recently, as Deputy Headmaster K-12, at Knox Grammar. A progressive and creative leader, Mrs […]
Hannaford Avenue Reserve Continues to Take Shape
Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council Construction work continues at the next park in Box Hill, Hannaford Avenue Reserve. Bulk earthworks and footpaths have been completed. Current works in the reserve include earthworks trimming, importation of soil and playground installation. The park is expected to be completed in March, weather and […]
Water Supply Line Upgrade at Bella Vista Farm
Please be advised that Bella Vista Farm will have no water to the site for all facilities on Monday, January 31, for the upgrade and connection of a new water supply line Public amenities will be closed for the day. Source – https://www.facebook.com/TheHillsShireCouncil
Global Community Engagement Day
Every year on 28 January, Global Community Engagement Day encourages organisations to better engage with their community. Council’s Community Engagement Plan and Community Engagement Policy are our commitment to ensuring that your voice influences Council decision-making. During the last three years alone, Council has undertaken 27 major Community Engagement projects, getting feedback and responses from […]
School Zone
Just a reminder, school zones are in operation today Friday 28 January. Please take extra care on our roads. • Look out for kids walking or riding to school • Stick to the 40km/h speed limit in school zones • Be ready to stop for pedestrians and follow directions from school crossing supervisors • Always […]
