State Government’s Emergency Services Levy Increase
[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=”77844″ 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 Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Hills Shire Council is urging the State Government to rethink recent changes to the Emergency Services Levy that will see our ratepayers pay an additional $1.5 million for the services in […]
F-35a Training Operations at Raaf Base Richmond
Up to six Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) F-35A Lightning II aircraft will conduct training operations into RAAF Base Richmond. DATE: Thursday, 11 and 18 May 2023 TIME: 1:00pm to 6:00pm VENUE: RAAF Base Richmond, New South Wales This training activity will involve aircraft departing their home base at RAAF Base Williamtown and landing at RAAF […]
Be a Part of Making Your Neighborhood Better
The debate between whether to prioritize more parks or more parking, playgrounds or sports facilities, is a complex issue that cities face as they continue to grow. Each serves a unique purpose, with parks and playgrounds promoting physical activity and mental health, and parking and sports facilities providing convenience and economic benefits. Engaging in a […]
Celebrate World Play Day at Middle Dural Toy Library
Middle Dural Toy Library, located at 1 Sunnyvale Rd, invites families to its Open Day on June 3rd, 2023, from 10:00am to 12:00pm, in celebration of World Play Day. The event promises an enjoyable experience for children and families, showcasing the importance of play. The Open Day will feature a messy play area for children’s […]
Dural Artists’ Double Again for Archie Honours in 2023
Dural artists and neighbours Paul Newton and Charles Mouyat have both been selected as finalists in this year’s Archibald Prize. Charles and Paul met for the first time when they both made the Archie finals in 2020. Paul entered with his elegant portrait of Maggie Tabberer, and Charles with his controversial portrait of then Minister […]
Mothers Day
[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 Mark Coupar[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mothers Day should be a celebration of honouring our mothers and motherhood in general. I began to wonder: where did Mother’s day come from and who started it. To my surprise Mothers Day actually started life from a true story […]
Turf laying brings new life to Samantha Riley Drive Reserve
[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=”77844″ 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 Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The grass is greener at Samantha Riley Drive Reserve following the laying of the turf for the upcoming sports fields. 44,000 sqm of turf was laid on the four rectangular fields which can […]
Box Hill to Welcome New Three-Hectare Public Parkland
Box Hill will soon be home to a stunning new three-hectare public parkland. Rainforest Street Reserve will be the biggest green space in Box Hill. It will include: A multi-storey children’s playground with slides and viewing platforms Climbing structures A swing set with toddler and basket swings Flying fox Large climbing frame Sensory […]
Native Plant Giveaways
[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 Karlene Brummer[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]While the Native Plant Giveaways for Hornsby Council have now closed for Autumn, those of you living in the Hills Shire Council catchment are able to register your interest in receiving your four free plants by going to www.thehills.nsw.gov.au selecting […]
Local Aussie Success
Hills based manufacturing company, Australian Pump Industries, celebrates 30 years in business this month. From humble beginnings in a large green shed in Arcadia, the company has flourished to become a major force in the water industry, not just in Australia but in export markets globally. Founded on the simple principle of putting users first, […]