Another active year under our belt for the Glenorie Progress Association – our 131st year. We have conducted monthly hybrid meetings i.e. face to face plus ZOOM/Teams.
By necessity, the GPA needs to work with two Councils, Hornsby (HSC) and The Hills (THSC). We invite councillors from both Shires to our meetings so they can provide meaningful representation for our community. We hope to be a conduit for the Glenorie and surrounding residents with our Local, State and Federal representatives. Both Councils have given us quick responses to the questions from the Glenorie Community and comprehensive reports on Council activities in Glenorie District.
We all as individuals can “Have Your Say” directly to Council but if you wish the GPA to make any submission, you need to outline your reasons for discussion. Our aim is to make members and residents aware of issues that we think will matter to residents, facilitate discussion and direct to Councils and other government bodies. Note that the GPA is an apolitical association and does not align with any party.
The Planning Subcommittee focussed on specific issues while keeping to the aims of retaining the rural amenity, green space and connectivity. We try to survey community opinions to produce a balanced view resolved to disband this group and set up Task Forces on an as-needs basis. This will allow greater focus and attention on the important development matters in the area and ensure those involved and the GPA can communicate effectively with the community on these changes.
Currently you can share your feedback on the HSC Draft Opportunity and Constraints Working Paper to guide planning for the future of Glenorie. https://www.glenorieprogress.org/
Issues covered to date:
Artisan Brewery – Many meetings with the developer and strong opinions noted and considered responses submitted for the toning down of the DA to be submitted to Council to determine. Members and residents will attend and can speak at a Local Planning Panel (LPP) teleconference in November.
Service Station DA – Approved but not happened as yet.
The Smallwood Road Quarry – Approved with limitations.
Maroota Friable Sandstone – DA needs serious scrutiny considering the huge scale of this proposal.
Glenorie Oval Parking – Better parking facility beside Glenorie preschool and improved safety fencing in the Glenorie Park to better serve the School and community.
Wishlist – A loop footpath along Post Office Road and Whites Road as a community project. Off leash dog park in Glenorie.
Environment Centre – Noting the tireless efforts of volunteers researching environmental issues and protection of the local history and wildlife. The Hills Hornsby Rural Koala project searches for koalas through sound monitoring, motion cameras; vegetation mapping; long walks in the bushland, letterbox drops, notices at shops, street signs. HHRKP is part of a fantastic network of groups and people with expertise resulting in exciting news from the drone searches of the Wildseek Project with Landcare Australia, QUT and Wires. Koalas and other wildlife in our area are noted on BioNet.
Appreciation goes to Hills Accounting Solutions who continued to audit our books on an honorary basis and to Glenorie RSL Club for the many years of support, allowing us to use this great venue at no cost.
Once again we look to the future of Glenorie together with the support of the whole community so spread the word to friends and neighbours to join for continued successes in 2025. Please send feedback on our website, by email, text, post or verbally.
Finally – our major project the Ray Whiteman Heritage fence is coming closer to the build. Our paver drive has gone well and, so you don’t miss out, we are holding displays at Woolworths to show you what pavers you can purchase and will provide you with a certificate of purchase that you can give to family members for Christmas.
