Author Nathan Bell To Visit Hornsby

Newcastle-based author and visual artist Nathan Bell, who lives with schizophrenia, will be visiting Hornsby regularly over the coming months to share his books and artwork with the local community, supported by creative arts NDIS provider Rely-Ability. Born in Wollongong in 1986, Bell grew up in the Hunter Valley. He is an established creative with […]

Valentine’s Day at the Hawkesbury Library

While some mark Valentine’s Day with roses and chocolates, public libraries around the world celebrate Library Lovers’ Day on February 14, recognising the important role libraries play in their communities. In 2026, Hawkesbury Library Service will share the love with a week-long program of events at Hawkesbury Central Library. From Thursday 12 to Thursday 19 […]

Two Decades of Care at Kenthurst Preschool

Twenty years of care, leadership and community connection have shaped Kenthurst Preschool under long-serving Director Leanne Murray, who is now retiring. Ms Murray’s connection to the preschool began before she joined the team in 2005, when her own children attended the service. That experience sparked a passion for early childhood education that lasted two decades. She started […]

Murderous Mayhem in ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’

Castle Hill Players is kicking off its 2026 season with a classic black comedy, Arsenic and Old Lace, playing at the Pavilion Theatre, Castle Hill, from 30 January to 21 February. Written by Joseph Kesselring and directed by Steve Rowe, the fast-paced farce is perhaps best known for its 1944 film adaptation starring Cary Grant. On […]

21 Hawkesbury Heritage Buildings Get Funding

Twenty-one heritage buildings across the Hawkesbury will receive a share of $100,000 in Local Heritage Assistance Funding (LHAF) in the 2025/2026 financial year to help with maintenance and restoration. The funding is aimed at supporting the preservation of some of the area’s most valued historic buildings. The program recognises that heritage-sensitive repairs and restorations can […]

Rickabys Creek Concept Designs Now on Public Exhibition

Residents are invited to review and comment on concept designs for a proposed shared cycleway and pedestrian path along Rickabys Creek, with Hawkesbury City Council opening the project for public consultation. The proposal outlines a new off-road shared pathway along Rickabys Creek, intended to improve safety, accessibility and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists across the […]

Summer School Holiday Programs in The Hills

The Hills Shire Summer School Holiday Program offers free activities in January, helping children have fun while easing costs for parents, carers and guardians. The program includes an NRL Clinic, art class, gaming and technology workshops, Tennis Fun Day and a family movie screening of The SpongeBob Movie: Search for Squarepants with free popcorn. Mayor Dr Michelle […]

Human Remains Found in Glenorie, The Hills

The Police will address the media as investigations are underway after what are believed to be human remains were located in The Hills today. At about 11:35 AM, Friday 14 March 2025, officers from The Hills Police Area Command attended a home on Gleness Place, Glenorie, as part of inquiries into a missing man.On arrival, […]