Pets @ 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]Welcome to your new monthly feature where we spotlight pets at work in the local community. Nev the Newshound aka “Scoop Dog” is a Rov(er)ing reporter who sniffs out the best animal ‘tails’ in the area. Nev the Newshound […]

Autumn Colour In The ‘Hood

[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]I don’t think I have ever seen a better display of Autumn colour in our area in the fourteen years I have lived here. Although I am writing this in June, everywhere I walk or drive is still glowing with […]

Renal Dialysis Service Now Available At Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital

[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=”76490″ 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 Matt Kean[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As part of the $440 million dollar redevelopment Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital, I am ecstatic to announce that, renal dialysis is now available locally. The new 10-chair renal dialysis unit initially became operational at Hornsby in February, and has already provided […]

Never Been to Netherby?

[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]Recently I had the happy coincidence of being at Fagan Park on a Tuesday, when Netherby Homestead and Museums were open. I haven’t been to the Homestead for quite a few years, so I was eager to revisit this wonderful […]

Great North Walk for Jem

Jemma Juckes (nee Hibbert), 32, a much loved wife, step mum, daughter, sister, Aunty, friend and Glenorie pizza girl, was devastatingly diagnosed in May 2023 with a rare form of non-smokers lung Cancer that has metastasised. Whilst the diagnosis is deemed terminal, she is remaining strong, positive, and determined to beat this, and by golly […]

School Holiday Event for Kids

An incredible school holiday experience awaits you! The most amazing Kids Disco Extravaganza is calling you to be a part of it. The event will take place on July 13th at 11 am. A day full of dancing, laughter, and unforgettable memories awaits you during your break! Prepare yourself for an extraordinary event hosted by […]

Oakville Rural Fire Brigade: Structure Fire at The Gables

No injuries were reported. The Oakville Rural Fire Brigade and other fire brigades answered the reports of a structure fire at The Gables, Hills, on 23 June. As per the Oakville RFS in a Facebook post on Friday evening, “Oakville firefighters in breathing apparatus entered the building assisting 083 crews and made their way upstairs to fight the fire […]

Cherrybrook Athlete Emily Britton Eyes International Glory

[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=”82136″ 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 Lawrence Machodo[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Cherrybrook athlete Emily Britton is a name you could see cropping up at Australian and international events if she continues her scorching form in the women’s 100m hurdles. The 21-year-old is hot on the heels of Cherrybrook’s Olympian Michelle Jenneke […]

Hornsby Shire Council Lifts Soft Plastics Restrictions at Community Recycling Centre

Hornsby Shire Council is pleased to announce that Hornsby Shire residents are again welcome to bring all the soft plastics they collect at home to the Community Recycling Centre (CRC) at 29 Sefton Rd Thornleigh. Hornsby Shire Mayor Philip Ruddock said that this is a great result for sustainably minded residents who want to do their bit […]

Hills Men’s Shed “Thank You” Morning Tea

The Hills Men’s Shed is a wonderful organisation that has been operating since 2009. Over the years The Shed has been a place for men to come together to enjoy each other’s company, talk, share knowledge and experiences and give back to the community. Last week The Shed, as it is fondly known, held a […]