Arcadian Artists Creative Team 2024
Back row: Ulrich Steiner, Eva Dominello, Rebecca Jackson, Anne Steiner, Julia Elsey (absent – Carole-Anne Lunn) Front Row: Sandra Vumbaca, Merilyn Chappel, Kathleen Berney, Clare Oliver This year we are proud to present our amazing Arcadian Artists Team. These are the individuals who work tirelessly to make our creative Trail arguably the best home-grown Exhibition […]
A Statement from Mayor Philip Ruddock
As I approach the end of my second term as Mayor of Hornsby Shire, also marking the end of over 50 years of public service, I reflect on my deep-rooted connection with local government and passion for my beloved Hornsby Shire. Like my Shire President father before me, who I watched preside over Council meetings […]
Are You Overlooking the Signs of Dry Eye Disease?
Do your eyes feel irritated, watery, or blurry after spending time on your computer, phone, or tablet? You might be experiencing the early signs of Dry Eye Disease (DED) without even realising it. Many people, from children to retirees, dismiss these symptoms as minor inconveniences, but Dry Eye can significantly affect your quality of life […]
Ssssnake Sssseason is Here!
By Karlene Brummer The warmer weather is starting to wake up all sorts of sleepy snakes in our neighbourhood, from Red Bellies, to Browns and all varieties of pythons. Recently, I was fortunate enough to witness the extraordinary event of my resident Diamond Python’s slow and steady migration from the roof of my house, to […]
Arcadian Quilting News
All the signs are there for us to see … the beautiful spring flowers, Azaleas, Iris, Daisies, closely followed by Crab Apple blossoms and Manchurian Pear Tree blossoms … our local gardens look amazing! Other ‘definite’ signs of the weeks passing quickly are ‘the School Holidays timetable’ and love-it or not … Daylight Saving! However […]
Glenorie Probus Club Activities
In its program of varied and interesting activities The club visited the Ebenezer Church, the oldest extant church building in Australia, built for £400 in 1809 on 4 acres donated by a landholder, all monies contributed by local families. A multi-denominational church, it was built from sandstone quarried nearby. A timber dividing wall separated the […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 4 October 2024
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 4 October 2024 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 191.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 185.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 199.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
NSW Scout State Rally 2024
In August, I had the great opportunity to go to the Scout State Rally in Cataract Scout Camp, at Appin. Despite the freezing temperatures, our patrol, hilariously nicknamed the Beautiful Bananas, had an amazing time, with some amazing bases and epic night activities. With over 2000 attendees, we made new friends, met old ones and […]
Pets at Work
By Nev The Newshound This month Nev was sent to interview one of the feistiest PAW (with the longest name) he has ever met: Ms Misty Sofia Furgara Galston Vet, Practice Manager at Galston Veterinary Clinic. Luckily, he had a double shot Pupacino before he met with her. Nev: Hi Misty! Tell me a bit […]
Hidden in the Hills: Bird Nesting Hollows
Very old and large trees have the capacity to provide nesting hollows for all manner of Australian wildlife including mammals, reptiles and of course birds. But naturally formed hollows in trees have become scarce due to the removal of these old trees to make way for housing development and agriculture. Not just any tree hollow […]
