Member for Hornsby, Matt Kean, Retires from Parliament
Today, after 13 years as the Member for Hornsby, I announce my retirement from the NSW Parliament. During these incredible years, I have been lucky enough to proudly serve as a local member, Parliamentary Secretary for Multicultural Affairs as well as Treasury, Committee Chair, Minister for Innovation and Better Regulation, Energy and Environment, Deputy Leader […]
Hawkesburys Helping Hands Ahead of the Floods
By Sophie Poredos Tucked away in a warehouse on Walker Street, this homeless aid organisation in South Windsor is one of a kind: offering hot food, drop in hub, and hot showers even in the face of ongoing flood threats. Since the South Windsor charity’s inception in 2011 by Linda Strickland and her daughter, hot […]
The Hills Womens Shed: Connection Through Craft
By Sophie Poredos The Positive Vibes Foundation and their partnership with The Hills Women’s Shed unites women together and inspires connection through their craft workshops. Within the brick-buildings at Balcombe Heights Estate in Baulkham Hills, you’ll find a community of women who connect every Thursday morning to learn new skills ranging from tools, craft and dance. Women’s Shed’s are […]
Dolphins Make a Splash
CHRSL Dolphins Swimming Club members made a big splash at Hornsby pool earlier this year at the 2024 RSL State Swimming Championships, where the club was represented by 51 enthusiastic swimmers. With ages ranging from 7 to 17, these young athletes were ready to show their skills and represent their club and Castle Hill RSL […]
Save The Date For The 2024 Orange Blossom Festival
The much-loved Orange Blossom Festival (OBF) will return to The Hills Shire in September 2024, with a new and exciting food event scheduled for Wisemans Ferry. A Taste of Wisemans will pop up in Wisemans Ferry Park on Sunday 29 September, celebrating the best food, wine and produce from local businesses in the rural north […]
Warrah Biodynamic Farm Offers Guided Tours for the Whole Family
Sydney’s only certified biodynamic farm invites the community to embark on an enriching experience learning about its thriving organic practices. Saturday 13 July from 10 am to 11:30 am, Warrah Biodynamic Farm opens its doors for an interactive guided tour led by Warrah’s farm manager, Steven Tennikoff. You will have an opportunity to discover the story behind […]
Fiorino, Nancy – Passed Away Peacefully
Fiorino, Nancy 3 May 1931 – 22 June 2024 Loving and adored mother and mother in law, Nan Great nan and great great nan. Loved and respected by her extended family and friends. Nancy’s family invites you to celebration of her life to be held at St Benedict’s Catholic church, 8 Fagans Rd, Arcadia on […]
Dural’s Best Kept Secret: The Hills Wildlife Sanctuary
In the heart of Dural you’ll find a hidden paradise where wildlife conservationists Nat and Ben, along with their team of dedicated volunteers, rescue and rehabilitate injured animals. The Hills Wildlife Sanctuary offers a 35-acre natural site with sprawling bushland, tucked away down Carters Road. Inside the big iron gates is a world-class rehabilitation facility […]
An Update on Kenthurst Road and Annangrove Road
By Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council Last night at Council, an important Notice of Motion on Kenthurst and Annangrove Roads by Councillor Mitchell Blue and myself was unanimously supported by Councillors. The motion calls for a report to come to Council outlining options to ease traffic congestion in the area, […]
Litter Prevention Plan
Hawkesbury City Council has been successful in obtaining a grant to develop a forward-thinking Litter Prevention Plan. This plan will reflect Council’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and aims to enhance organisational capability for effective, strategic, and sustainable litter management and prevention into the future. The NSW Environment Protection Authority’s Litter Prevention Grants Program aims to […]
