Glenorie Probus Club Activities
Following a fun-filled and enjoyable year the Glenorie Probus Club had its AGM. The President Dale Lithgow’s efforts over the last twelve months were endorsed by all members. She was re-elected for the next year and the club looks forward to a further year of varied and exciting club activities along with interesting and informative […]
News from History Cottage
How fortunate we are to have, within our community, a person who has intimate knowledge of the history of the establishment of the war memorial at Hell Fire Pass on the Thai Burma railway. While working in Thailand, Ken Bradley, our guest speaker, was able to draw together much valuable information on the location of […]
Way to H2Go!
By Karlene Brummer Trevor Newstead of Glenorie has been a Water Carter in the local area for over 15 years. He has recently sold his business, H2Go to Arcadian Resident Charlie Herbert. With over 500 regular customers on the books, it is hard to believe that there are so many homeowners in the community who […]
Fagan Park Children’s Forest to foster ‘Connection and Responsible Stewardship of Nature’
Hornsby Shire Council in association with the NSW Government have proudly unveiled a new Children’s Forest in Galston — only the second of its kind in Australia and an innovative new feature of the Shire’s already treasured Fagan Park. Featuring educational discovery pods, timber animal interactions, an outdoor learning space, Yarning Circle and a pond […]
Free 4-week workshops for Tech Savvy Seniors
Seniors can have the chance to learn more about today’s technology at ‘Tech Savvy Seniors,’ a series of workshops offered by the Hawkesbury Library Service on two separate occasions in May and June 2024. The Hawkesbury Library aims to focus on a different skill every week during the 4-week term and to help seniors keep […]
1905 and 1913 Bells Line of Road, Kurrajong Heights
Hawkesbury City Council is undertaking a Public Hearing in respect to a Planning Proposal for 1905 and 1913 Bells Line of Road, Kurrajong Heights (Lot 2 DP 582878, Lot 3 DP 582878). The Public Hearing is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, 1 May 2024 at 6pm. The hearing will be chaired by Locale Consulting (independent […]
Everyone has a Place at Inala
For nearly 70 years Inala has been providing disability services in the Cherrybrook and Castle Hill areas. Inala’s programs, supports and services are focused on each individual, to give them choice to develop new skills and interests. CEO Alexandra Davis says the staff at Inala ensure participants are not just supported but live a purposeful life. “Whether […]
March for Change
Hundreds of people are expected to take a very public stance against domestic and gender based violence by joining the Community March For Change down down Castle Street, Castle Hill on Friday, May 3rd. Organised by a community committee it has the support of The Hills Police Area Command. The last march against violence was […]
Tour Around Richmond’s Lesser-known Historic Cemeteries
On Saturday, 11 May 2024, the Hawkesbury Library Service will lead a tour of the lesser-known historic cemeteries in Richmond, reconnecting participants with the region’s heritage. The Hawkesbury Library shares what to expect in the tour: “Visit two of Richmond’s lesser known, historic cemeteries as part of Heritage Festival.” “We will journey through time and […]
Northmead, Baulkham Hills and Castle Hill Scouts at Government House for a Once-in-a-lifetime Camp
His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd) Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia welcomed Scouts from across Northmead, Baulkham Hills and Castle Hill to the grounds of Government House for the first time ever last Sunday 14th April to Friday 19th April. In total, the event had over 1,400 Scouts attending from […]
