Recovery Centre and Assistance Point opening in Hawkesbury Region to Support Flood-affected Residents
As the waters recede across the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley following recent floods, the NSW Reconstruction Authority (RA) is ready to help communities recover. This week, the NSW and Australian Governments made a disaster declaration for the area, opening up access to a range of special assistance measures for flood-affected communities, provided through the jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery […]
Westside Vibe to Return Better than Ever this May
Hornsby’s most loved local festival, Westside Vibe is returning on Friday 3rd May, with a lineup of entertainment and international cuisine that promise an evening overflowing with rhythm, colour and the sensory delights. This year’s Westside Vibe will again transform the area around Hornsby’s Dural Lane with striking decorations, food trucks, a licensed bar, face […]
News from History Cottage
Local News: Once again our monthly meeting was well attended, demonstrating how enthusiastic we are to hear more about our local community. Our guest speaker, local resident and member, Trevor Knight, told the story of his German/Swiss family. A shortage of land, religious wars and the promise of a better life, forced many to leave. […]
Clean up with an Aussie
Aussie Pumps’ new production facility line is now up and running in Norwest with the latest pressure cleaners and Jetters running off the line! The range, starting with the 3,000 psi Aussie AB30 “Pocket Rocket” offers models all the way to 7,000psi (500 bar). Available in both Honda petrol or Yanmar diesel drive, these industrial […]
Vale Paul McKinley: Life and Times of a Local Stonemason
It’s sometimes said that everyone dies twice – first when they breathe their last breath, and finally when someone mentions their name for the very last time. In the case of a stonemason, their craftsmanship often lives on for centuries and becomes an established part of the community, enjoyed and admired by successive generations. Paul […]
Meeting Some Feathery and Furry Friends
The Hills Wildlife Sanctuary does exceptional work caring for injured wildlife across Sydney. Julian Leeser MP spent time with sanctuary manager Ben Dessen and some of the feathery – and furry! – residents of the Sanctuary in early March. While the sanctuary is located in Dural, it responds to calls from across northern Sydney. Those […]
Dural Scouts in Competition Camp
Dural Scouts recently participated in the Oceans 2024 Competition Camp at Glenrock along with groups from other Hills District Scouts. Scouts were sorted into patrols of 4-6 scouts who competed for a trophy at the end of the camp. Competition points were awarded for the state and cleanliness of their camp, a MasterChef competition where […]
Arcadian Quilting News
Quilting Workshop: Key Ingredients for a Successful Group Sometimes it’s good to stop and look at ‘the way we really are’ … NO photoshop effects, NO add-ons, NO tinting and tinkering. What really makes a Community Group a successful group? The photo shows the Arcadian Quilters creating, discussing, deciding on patterns, choosing colours, planning for […]
Self Service Sandbag Collection Point
Residents, free sand and empty sandbags are available for collection at the SES Garage near Cropley House, located at 84 Watkins Rd Baulkham Hills 2153. To help protect your property, you can fill these sandbags yourself. Please bring a shovel and only take what you need, so there’s enough for everyone. Important! Do not remove […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 5th April 2024
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 5th April 2024 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 191.90 Ampol Woolworths Cherrybrook 67 Shepherds Dr, Cherrybrook NSW 2126 186.90 Ampol Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, DURAL NSW 2158 191.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
