Community Grants
The 2023 Sydney Water Community Grants program is now open! Community groups in Hornsby Shire are being encouraged to apply for a Sydney Water Community Grant of up to $10,000 to support a water conservation initiative in our local community. Potential water conservation projects include: Building local skills, and knowledge about water conservation Engaging people […]
National Walk Safely to School 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=”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] Friday the 19th of May is National Walk Safely to School Day and I’m encouraging residents to participate in this initiative, which aims to raise awareness about health, physical activity and road […]
Exciting Job Opportunity at Hills Shire Council
Job Opportunity at Hills Shire Council : Manager – Subdivision & Development Certification Permanent full-time role, Salary: Starting From $188K per annum inclusive of Superannuation + Car Allowance $27K (inclusive of Superannuation) + Civil Liability Allowance Performance Bonus (up to 2% annual salary) Organisational Bonus (up to $2K) Learning & Development Opportunities Active Social Club […]
250 Hills Shire Residents Proudly Become Australian Citizens
[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] Congratulations to the 250 Hills Shire residents who last night became Australian citizens. It was a privilege to preside over the ceremony and meet each of our newest citizens, who came […]
Are You A People Pleaser? Learn to Say No
Are you a people pleaser? Although it’s good be polite and kind, there’s no need to say yes to everything on other people’s agendas. It will eventually wear you down, so you need to learn to say no. Many people don’t like saying no because they see it as a negative, they think they’re missing […]
Pennant Finals at Dural Country Club Lawn Bowls
Dural Country Club Drawn mixed pairs final took place on Tuesday 4th April 2023 with the team of Robert Widdon & Cheryle Hobart against the team of Gary Turrell & Teri Hezlett. Both sides played some amazing shots and unfortunately there could only be one winner. The team represented by Robert Widdon and Cheryle Hobart […]
Rotary Club of Kenthurst
We have had a very busy few weeks within our club with hosting the Interact Students from Japan, ANZAC Day celebrations in John Benyon Rotary Park and BBQs at Bunnings and Box Hill. ANZAC Day celebrations Our next one is on Saturday 27 May at Bunnings Dural, come down for a sausage sandwich or just […]
Cherrybrook Probus Ponderings
Recently 91 members of the Combined Probus Ponderings Club of Cherrybrook celebrated their Changeover Lunch at Allegro, Kenthurst. ‘Captain’ Terry Carter handed over the presidency to Susan Wilson who was escorted to the podium by Sir Andrew in a ceremony to rival the upcoming coronation. Susan introduced her committee and a message ‘Life is a […]
Hornsby Gang Show Celebrates 50 Years
The Hornsby Gang Show commenced as a local concert to raise funds. It was a small affair, yet demand was so great that a second performance was required. The Hornsby shows have played at various venues under the direction of many Producers throughout its 50 years and say that some 3000 people have either been […]
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 […]