Natural Greenspace is Vital for our Health
By Clr Tania Salitra The World Health Organisation says there’s no single public health action that gives society as much benefit as natural greenspace does – for our physical and mental well-being, social interaction and preventing loneliness, for connection to nature and protecting the environment that we rely on to survive. It’s wonderful to see […]
Galston Aquatic Centre: Lockers to Ensure Responsible Trust, Security and Safety
By Cllr Dr Verity Greenwood, Hornsby Shire Council The refurbished Galston Aquatic Centre, opened in February, 2024, is a resounding success. Its popularity is certainly understandable as the Centre provides a range of family-friendly spaces and, for those people with a disability or in the process of rehabilitation, access to a multi-purpose changing area and […]
Council Grants To Help
Two organisations on the coalface of the domestic violence crisis have received a major financial boost from The Hills Shire Council, sharing in $70,000 in grant funding. Council will award $40,000 to The Sanctuary, The Hills Women’s Shelter and $30,000 to the Lisa Harnum Foundation through its grant program to support the vital work they do in […]
Pacific Hills Christian School: The Importance of Gratitude in Community
At Pacific Hills Christian School we consider gratitude, and teaching gratitude to students, an important part of what makes up our School community. Pacific Hills student Flynn McManus recently competed at the Lions Youth of the Year State Finals where he did an outstanding job representing our School and the local Lions Club. This is […]
Dural Public School is excited to be involved in The Anxiety Project
The Anxiety Project is designed by psychologist, Michael Hawton and the NSW Primary Principals Association to assist Primary students to manage their anxious behaviour. It is a large-scale, evidence-based project, delivered through a series of teacher-led cognitive-behavioural lessons and parent-led conversational techniques. These interventions are aimed at helping all children learn skills to manage anxious […]
Local Guides First Guides in State to Complete Ses Resilience Development Program
Annangrove Girl Guides recently took part in an emergency resilience program with the NSW State Emergency Service (SES), emerging as empowered and resilient young women ready to tackle emergency situations with confidence and skill. The guides took part in a variety of activities led by their facilitator, Mr. Daniel McGovern. They learned how to prepare […]
Get Ready for the Household Chemical CleanOut
It’s time to start preparing for a chemical clean out! The Hawkesbury City Council’s free annual Household Chemical CleanOut will be held on Sunday, 18 August 2024, from 9 am to 3:30 pm at Hawkesbury Showground, Racecourse Road, Clarendon, entry via Gate 1. It’s a great chance for Hawkesbury residents to look through their homes and […]
Sport News at The Centre Dural: Doesn’t a Month Go by Quickly!
As the chill of winter has well and truly set in, many of us will be tempted to hibernate indoors and let our fitness routines drop. However, experts advise that winter is an opportune time to kickstart a regime that can sculpt the coveted summer body. With tailored programs and inclusive classes, individuals of all […]
Dural Bowling Club News
Three of Dural’s newer bowlers, Elizabeth Goode, Cheryle Hobart and Lyn Luxford had their first taste of success at the Wattle Two Bowls Triples Carnival conducted by Pennant Hills Women’s Bowling Club on Monday 27th May 2024 at Pennant Hills. Undefeated in the two-game format, they were delighted that their opponents were notable bowlers. Our […]
Circular Keys Chorus Glistens on the Foreshores of Fremantle
By Kath Ware Circular Keys Chorus, from Bella Vista in the Hills District, has won second place in the 2024 Sweet Adelines Australia women’s barbershop competition. This year’s event was held in Fremantle, Western Australia and featured 13 women’s choruses and 22 quartets from around the country. Women’s barbershop singing is a particular style of […]