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, […]
Local Garden Club Offers Inspiration and Friendship
If you’ve been considering joining a local community garden group in the Hills or surrounding areas, the Dural and Hills District Garden Club could be just what you’re been looking for. The meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at 8pm, Mid Dural Fire Station, 57 Mid Dural Road, Middle Dural. Plenty […]
Farm Dams For Stock and Wildlife
[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 Nick Chartorisky[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] If you’re looking at building a dam on your property or modifying an existing one, consider this. A variety of water depths is the key to supporting a wide range of animals. Islands can be used to separate areas […]
Bromeliad Autumn Show May 20-21
If you’re looking for a spectacular Alcantarea for a large display pot, a delightful tiny Tillandsia for a small courtyard or anything Bromeliad in between, you need to visit the Bromeliad Autumn Show. The Bromeliad Autumn Show will be held at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground on Saturday, 20 May between 9-4pm and Sunday, […]
Hidden in the Hills Native Iris
[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 Lachlan Turner[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]When walking along any bush track that passes through open forest and into heathland it is possible to have your attention drawn to small splashes of purplish blue which stand out in contrast to the surrounding vegetation. The colour is […]
Galston District Garden Club
The Galston District Garden Club meet regularly on the 2nd Wednesday of each month in the Galston Community Hall, 37 Arcadia Road, Galston at 7.30 pm. We welcome new members and visitors. We are an informal and friendly group, and no matter what your gardening ability or gardening knowledge, you can be sure that you […]