The Probus Club of the Hills Inc
Our guest speaker for June was Ken Bock who is one of the volunteer announcers on AM Radio Station 2 RPH. These announcers read newspapers and magazines to people who either can’t read or cannot handle the printed form. It was an enlightening talk from a very dedicated man. The mystery trip took off with […]
Galston CWA News
At our July meeting, our guest speaker, Karen Lindley, gave a very interesting talk on how to care for jewellery and keep it clean. This year our country of study has been Latvia, so members made Latvian dishes for a shared lunch. We are planning a Fashion Parade on 28th September at The Galston Club. Once […]
Pets at Work
[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=”81787″ 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 Nev The Newshound[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This month we meet working dog, Marley Henry of Galston. Marley is one of the awesome therapy dogs helping to make the scary world of the Judiciary a little easier to bear for court witnesses and victims of crime. […]
Hills Charity Gala
Save the date …The Hills annual Charity Gala Ball will be held at Biviano’s Dural on Thursday August 31st and is set to sparkle for an important cause. This year’s gala ball will support the Hills-based Positive Vibes Foundation (PVF) and its work with mental health and well-being programs and Biviano’s is proud to be […]
Savour A Taste Of Spring at The 2023 Orange Blossom Festival
Residents, visitors and foodies alike are invited to enjoy a taste of spring at The Hills Shire’s biggest community event – the Orange Blossom Festival. The 2023 festival will run throughout September with two major events, the OBF Night Markets and the return of the iconic OBF Parade. Mayor of The Hills Shire Dr Peter […]
Lower Portland Ferry update
The operation of the Lower Portland Ferry is managed by Hawkesbury and Hills Shire Councils. The contract to run the ferries is renewed every 4 years. We understand that the existing operator has decided not to continue for another 4 years . The other ferries, ie Wisemans Ferry, Webbs Creek Ferry and Sackville Ferry are […]
More Needs to be Done to Help Thousands of Berowra Mortgage Holders Navigate Rising Interest Rates
Owning your own home is a core part of the Australian dream. We’ve long been told that if you work hard and play by the rules, you’ll get ahead. Unfortunately, interest rates, inflation, and the rising cost of living are increasingly tightening the financial vice around so many Australian families. I am deeply concerned about […]
Galston IGA Redevelopment
A DA has been submitted to Hornsby Council for the redevelopment of the IGA, Galston Grill, Craigs Butchery and the Medical Centre. The total cost of works is $13,424,925. Full plans are available on the Hornsby Shire Council website under DA/411/2023. Here are some extracts from the plans. They show a two storey building at […]
Varroa’s Mitey Invasion
[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 varroa mite is a small sesame seed sized parasite that feeds on honeybees leading to malformation and weakening and eventually killing the entire colony within the hive. Until last year, Australia was free from this mite, but within the […]
Canoelands Orchard – On Wait And Watch…
[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]Primary producer, apiarist and all round lovable larrikin, John “Pa” Christie is yet another of our rural farmers who has been devastated by the destruction of his seven hives at Canoelands Orchard by the Department of Primary Industries due to […]