Dec Locals Fire Alert, Watch Out

Fire safety tips for Sydney’s Hills horse owners People who live in the Hills area are often close to National Park reserves. We can’t help notice the way trees are starting to experience extreme moisture stress, just watch the leaves falling. Those leaves evolve into a mat that can become a bed for flying embers. […]

Dural Bocce Club Celebrates Melissa Danelutti’s Success

October proved to be a steady month for the Dural Bocce Club, with regular games rolling on across Tuesday mornings and Friday evenings. While the courts at home remained relaxed, club members were closely watching the international bocce circuit, where Australia’s Under 18 and Under 23 representatives were competing at two major events — the Denis […]

Primary Student’s Big Idea to Support Mental Health

Sometimes the best ideas come from the youngest people in our community. Recently, I received a letter from Ashleigh Dewhurst, who noticed that some children feel too shy or uncertain to tell a teacher when something is troubling them. Ashleigh wanted to do something about it. Her idea was for a “voice letterbox” at school, […]

Holiday Tips for Happy Pets (and a Safe Home)

As you pack for that long-awaited holiday, your pets are probably watching with suspicion: “Excuse me… who’s feeding me?” Remember to arrange for proper pet care while you’re away, so you can enjoy your trip worry-free! A little planning can keep tails wagging (and paws off the furniture). Bonus tip: a reliable home pet care […]

Galston Public School Wins Top Award for Innovative Education

In a significant milestone for local education, Galston Public School has made history as the only public school in New South Wales to win the prestigious 5-Star Australian Innovative Schools Awards for 2025, presented by The Educator. This annual accolade celebrates the nation’s top-performing schools that are reshaping the future of education through innovative teaching […]