News From History Cottage
From local History Cottage: Our photograph for this month is of a family tree and a graphic example of the special nature of our community. It was used to introduce the guest speaker, Dr Lesley Harbon. She spoke of six women associated with the Roughley Family who, over six generations, played a part in the […]
Connecting residents and business – Hills Mayor and WEXPO
GOING local is the mantra for businesses to thrive and the economy to grow sustainably, says Hills Shire Mayor, Dr Peter Gangemi. WEXPO Hills event Hills Shire Council has put together a draft economic growth plan and he encourages every business, small or big, in the Hills to read this plan – which is a […]
Finding authentic success – success coach has some lessons for business
BEING successful in business is as much about mindset as it is about skill. In over a decade of clinical practice, success coach Marcus Whelan has seen the unfortunate effects of spiralling stress and burnouts on families, relationships, businesses, and the wider community. He has some lessons for business owners and managers which he shares […]
Glenorie Probus Club Activities
Glenorie Probus Club has had another active period which included a wide range of activities. A visit to the Nancy Bird Airport Experience Centre was very informative as this is developing at a rapid rate and will have some impact on our area. A weekend at Mudgee included a day at the Mudgee field day […]
Kristina Taylor: Australian Scout Award
The 1st Dural Scout Group are excited to have yet another youth member achieve their Australian Scout Award. This is the highest award in the Scout Section. Kristina Taylor has demonstrated leadership and learning across outdoor activities such as bushcraft, camping and bushwalking with her local Scout Group and at District and Regional events. Kristina […]
The Probus Club Of The Hills Inc
Our guest speaker for August was Peter Kahn who Guided us through the history of trams in Sydney. His film brought back many memories from yesteryear. The walkers completed a guided tour of the Female Orphan School and associated historic buildings which concluded with lunch at the Boiler House. Senior Citizens Club: Everyone Is Welcome […]
Arcadian Quilting News
At Arcadian Quilting, WELCOME SPRING… I imagine these rather ‘sleepy little birds’ are about to fly off into the sunshine and start enjoying the bright new days ahead. Our quilting group will be in full swing too, making the most of a fresh start to the spring season with Children’s Quilts as one of our […]
The Womens Shed Arcadia
The September womens shed in Arcadia was well attended. The ladies project was highlighting their terracotta pots {made previously and fired in the kiln) decorative sections with a stain enhancing the aged look to the pottery. Then they placed some succulents into the pots to complete the project. The women’s shed is held on the […]
Special Fire Presentation Night
The residents of the Glenorie District were invited to attend a special presentation on Preparing for the upcoming Fire Season at our monthly meeting at the Glenorie RSL, Thursday 14 September. We were honoured to have fabulous speakers – two officers of The Hills Rural Fire Service Fire Control Centre – Nathan Barnden FCO2 and […]
Hornsby Shire Council Secures Funding To Prepare The Community For Bush Fires
What would you and your family do if the bushland near your home caught fire? Would you leave early, or stay and defend? These are just some of the questions being addressed by Hornsby Shire Council’s new bush fire education program launching this spring. In Hornsby Shire, two-thirds of all properties are situated within 350m […]