Wombat Crossing Improves Safety for Baulkham Hills Community
By Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council A new wombat crossing has made walking across Gooden Drive in Baulkham Hills safer and easier. The crossing is located close to Model Farms High School and Gooden Drive Reserve, assisting students and sports field users alike. Students and staff have nicknamed the crossing ‘Moore’s Crossing’ […]
George Thornton Reserve Upgrade
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-1/5 vc_col-md-1/5 vc_col-xs-1/5″][us_image image=”77844″ size=”thumbnail” align=”left” style=”circle” has_ratio=”1″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/12″ offset=”vc_col-lg-4/5 vc_col-md-4/5 vc_col-xs-4/5″][vc_column_text]By Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The upgrade of George Thornton Reserve in West Pennant Hills is nearing completion As more families choose to live in The Hills, the demand for new and upgraded sports facilities increases. The […]
Thank You to our RFS Volunteers and Preparing for the Upcoming Bushfire Season
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-1/5 vc_col-md-1/5 vc_col-xs-1/5″][us_image image=”11081″ size=”thumbnail” align=”left” style=”circle” has_ratio=”1″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/12″ offset=”vc_col-lg-4/5 vc_col-md-4/5 vc_col-xs-4/5″][vc_column_text]By Julian Leeser[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] As we approach the official start of the fire season, I want to acknowledge our remarkable RFS volunteers. Across Berowra there are over 1,500 local volunteers across 27 brigades who do a remarkable job. They’re an extraordinary group of […]
From The Desk Of Matt Kean
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-1/5 vc_col-md-1/5 vc_col-xs-1/5″][us_image image=”76490″ size=”thumbnail” align=”left” style=”circle” has_ratio=”1″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/12″ offset=”vc_col-lg-4/5 vc_col-md-4/5 vc_col-xs-4/5″][vc_column_text]By Matt Kean[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] It is so disappointing to see that the NSW Government’s recently released budget provides no new money for essential services and infrastructure in our area. The residents of Hornsby don’t deserve to be punished by this Labor government because […]
Rural Roundup – Hornsby Councillor Warren Waddell
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-1/5 vc_col-md-1/5 vc_col-xs-1/5″][us_image image=”78537″ size=”thumbnail” align=”left” style=”circle” has_ratio=”1″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/12″ offset=”vc_col-lg-4/5 vc_col-md-4/5 vc_col-xs-4/5″][vc_column_text]By Warren Waddell[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Rural Roundup: Rural Communities Face Challenges Despite Strong Economy It is very disappointing that the State Government has elected to defer the upgrade works to New Line Rd identified in the previous budget. This decision puts in doubt any […]
Rural Round Up- Hornsby Councillor Warren Waddell
It was a special privilege to represent Hornsby Shire on Veterans Day. The occasion marked the 50th Anniversary of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War, and with the day itself, (18th August), marking the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966. In addition, to the Hornsby service in Railway Park, a local service […]
2023-24 Volunteer Grants are Now Open
Applications for the 2023-24 Volunteer Grants are now open. JULIAN LEESER – FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BEROWRA Every community in Australia is built on volunteers. I know that our community has one of the most thriving groups of volunteers in the country. People in our local area are exceptionally generous with their time and energy. That […]
A Message From Matt Kean MP
PREPARE FOR THE BUSHFIRE DANGER PERIOD The Greater Sydney Bushfire Danger period commences on 1st October. To prepare for this bushfire season I strongly encourage all residents, landowners and businesses to prioritise their bushfire preparedness. We have been very lucky in the past 20 years to have had no major bushfires in Hornsby area, and […]
Enjoy A Picnic With A View
JULIAN LEESER MP – FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BEROWRA Wisemans Ferry residents and visitors can now experience a picturesque picnic at Hawkins Lookout, following the construction of a new picnic shelter. This shelter, which includes two tables with seating, was delivered in partnership with the Australian Government and The Hills Shire Council. The Australian Government fully […]
Withers Road Reserve Opens in North Kellyville
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ offset=”vc_col-lg-1/5 vc_col-md-1/5 vc_col-xs-1/5″][us_image image=”77844″ size=”thumbnail” align=”left” style=”circle” has_ratio=”1″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/12″ offset=”vc_col-lg-4/5 vc_col-md-4/5 vc_col-xs-4/5″][vc_column_text]By Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Withers Road Reserve in North Kellyville is officially open! It was an absolute privilege to officially open Withers Road Reserve today in North Kellyville alongside many of our youngest local residents. Hundreds […]
