Arcadian Quilting News
This example (below) of a beautiful traditional patchwork pattern including hand appliqued vine and flowers gives one the assurance that ‘all must be well with the world’ when there is handcraft such as this still being created – and within our group! Seeking the traditional patterns from past years can open up stories from history; […]
Registration Open for Hills Hawks Softball Club
The Hills Hawks Softball Club is now open for registration for the 2023 season. The club offers teams for players of all ages and skill levels, from teeball for children under 11 years old to competitive senior teams. The Hills Hawks play their home games at Hayes Park in Galston, which has two fully fenced […]
Prepare Early For Bushfire Season
Unprecedented heatwave conditions in Europe and North America indicate that our next summer in Australia is going to be brutal. Observing the fire disasters overseas should compel Hills residents to be on high alert. Now is the time to prepare for the extreme fire danger we will no doubt be experiencing this upcoming summer. The […]
Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade
INTRODUCING THE NEW GLENORIE 1 ALPHA We are excited to introduce our brand-new fire truck, the Category 1 Tanker which will replace our existing Glenorie 1 Alpha. This impressive vehicle is equipped with advanced features designed to enhance our firefighting capabilities such as the addition of a water monitor at the front of the truck. […]
Hidden in the Hills – Destructive Dumping
Bushland which borders residential and recreational areas is subject to an element of abuse. In other words, the environmental integrity of the bushland is being abused by people who regard that bushland as a suitable depository for all their unwanted property and rubbish. As you move around the numerous reserves in both The Hills and […]
Landholders Asked to be Vigilant With Rock Fern Causing Toxicity in Cattle
Local Land Services is urging livestock owners to be on the lookout for rock fern in their grazing paddocks, which can cause toxicity. Rock fern is a hardy plant that survives dry conditions and re-shoots readily after rain and is most toxic when new fronds are reshooting or growing which occurs during the autumn and […]
Pittosporums – Are They Really Weeds?
Many people regard Pittosporums as a nuisance weed. They say they take over and don’t allow other more desirable plants to grow so they should be eliminated. But are there other considerations? There are 2 types of Pittosporums growing in this area – Pittosporum revolutum and pittosporum undulatum. They are both natives. Pittosporum revolutum is […]
Urgent: Witness Needed
A severe accident occurred on 02/07/2023 at around 13:30 on Northern Road Maroota, NSW, 2756. A vehicle crossed lanes, resulting in serious injuries to the driver and passengers. If you witnessed this incident or possess any relevant information, please kindly reach out to our office immediately so we can put you in touch with the relevant party. Your cooperation could […]
Galston District Garden Club
August 2023 marks the 40th Anniversary of the beginning of the Galston District Garden Club. The Club started with a small group of local keen gardeners in a small hall at the back of where the Galston Community Hall stands today. From these humble beginnings, the Club has grown to be a very successful garden […]
Turkey Turmoil
[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=”86546″ 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 Karlene Brummer[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Australian Brush Turkey, also known as the Bush or Scrub Turkey is prevalent in most areas of both the Hornsby and Hills Shires. Sightings of this often maligned bird are everywhere this year, and although it may be viewed […]