From The Desk of Matt Kean
Residents in the Glenorie area are eager to have safe pedestrian/cycle access along Old Northern Road between Glenorie and Dural. A shared pathway in that area would allow the local community to increase their walking and cycling opportunities and decrease their reliance on using motor vehicles, particularly for shorter trips. The previous State Government introduced […]
Dural Public School
On Friday the 15th and Saturday the 16th September, Dural Public School held their annual Art Show. The theme for this year was Space and the school hall was transformed into a galaxy of colour and creativity. All children from K-6 constructed spectacular 3D models. In addition to the sculptures, every child chose their favourite […]
Pacific Hills Christian School
In our Junior School, at Pacific Hills Christian School we have a remarkable group of students with hearts full of compassion and kindness and a desire to make a difference as God’s beacon of hope in the world. They are our Junior School World Changers. Our school’s vision is to be a Christian Education community […]
Kindergarten 2024 at Galston PS
Kindergarten Orientation days are looming for 2024 and we cannot wait to welcome our newest learners! If you or anyone you know has children who will be enrolling in Kindergarten in 2024, we are now accepting enrolment inquiries, applications and completed enrolment forms. Our 2024 intake is currently sitting at around 20 students, which is […]
Bridging School To Trade: Galston High Works With Dural Men’s Shed
In Term 3 and 4, Galston High School joined with Dural Men’s Shed to roll out a program aimed at Year 9 boys, particularly those considering trade apprenticeships post school. This partnership, a first of its kind in the local area, has been welcomed by both the school community and the volunteers at Dural Men’s […]
7 Tips for Styling your Home
CAROLYN WHEATLEY – BELLE PROPERTY CASTLE HILLS 0407 120 483 There’s a reason why spring is a favoured time of year for many homeowners to sell a home; the days are warmer, flowers are in bloom, and the feeling of new beginnings is well and truly in the air. And while this may be the […]
Dural And District Historical Society Inc.: News From History Cottage
Annual General Meetings are often avoided by members out of the fear they might take on more than their busy schedule allows. How fortunate then that such a meeting with DDHS, on the 14th October, was a happy time. Enthusiastic visitors and members showed treasures and examples of their wide-ranging interests and gave a short […]
Arcadian Quilting News: The Profile Of A Quilt
Where does one actually start when making a quilt? Comprising three layers… a QUILT TOP… a middle layer of wadding, and a backing!! This could be like ‘the chicken or the egg’ question and in some ways it is just that!! Does the idea of a particular pattern attract ‘the creative mind’ of a person […]
Men’s Shed, Travel Lunches and Fitness for Seniors at the Centre Dural
The Centre Dural has been spending the past year expanding to reach the growing population of seniors and over 55’s in the local area. The Men’s Shed is a popular spot for men of all ages to come alongside each other working on projects and offering something back to the community. As well as their […]
Galston Swim Club to Dive Back in
As the community eagerly awaits the imminent opening of Galston Aquatic Centre, the beautifully cottonballed “Galston Swimming Club” is starting to stir. The club was put into hibernation whilst the pool was redone but will soon be ready for its grand awakening. The club remains in a strong financial position with plenty of equipment but […]