A Galston Gathering at 3 Johnson Road
By Clair Queenan On a Sunday afternoon in Galston, our community came together for a special community picnic at 3 Johnson Road. This is a much-loved green space that has brought neighbours together for over 15 years. All Hornsby councillors were invited to join us, and I was delighted that Mayor Waddell, Councillor Tilbury, and […]
Ayling Mews Estate: A New Benchmark in Pitt Town Luxury
4 Ayling Street, Pitt Town By Binet Homes – 2025 National HIA Award-Winning Builder Situated within the exclusive Ayling Mews Estate, this newly completed, 74sq residence by the award-winning Binet Homes delivers a rare fusion of grandeur, craftsmanship, and contemporary living. Set on a large semi-rural block, it offers unmatched scale and sophistication for families […]
Hills District Zoning Changes Ignite New Debate
Planning changes in the Hills District are stirring fresh debate, with residents in Arcadia voicing concern over the future of rural zoning and land use. Recent updates to the Department of Planning’s land-use table have made Transitional Group Homes a permitted use within the RU4 Primary Production Small Lots zone, an area long associated with […]
Remembrance Day Honors Arcadia and Galston Soldiers
As Remembrance Day approaches, the Arcadia and Galston communities are turning their thoughts to local stories of service and sacrifice. At the Society’s November gathering, guest speaker Ron McIntosh delivered a moving presentation on soldiers from the district who were killed in war and are remembered only by the heartbreaking inscription: “No Known Grave.” Among […]
Fagan Park – The Brick Kiln Site
Fagan Park, as we know today, had its beginnings with Sam and Emma Fagan who moved to the Galston site on the 1st of June 1900 to establish and expand their citrus orchards and to construct a family home, Netherby Cottage, which is built in front of the original Hudson Building, c1875. After taking up […]
Keeping your Pets Safe this Festive Season
As the year winds down and the festive season arrives, many of us are busy preparing meals, decorating the house and celebrating with family and friends. Our pets, of course, are often right underfoot, hoping for dropped snacks or a sneaky taste of whatever is on the table. But this time of year brings a […]
Galston Country Women’s Association
The Galston branch of the Country Womens Association is closing out the year with warm gratitude for the community that continues to rally behind its work. Members say the generosity of locals has been the driving force behind their ability to support residents in need, particularly during the busiest months of the year. As Christmas […]
Probus Club Enjoys Naval History Cruise and Garden Talk
Members of the local Probus Club have enjoyed a busy and engaging month, beginning with a catch-up at the Green Vibes Café, where plans for the coming season were mapped out over morning tea. The month’s highlight was a cruise on Port Jackson, organised in partnership with the Naval Historical Society. Travelling east of the […]
Dural Bowling Club Mourns Loss of Member Nick Sheerin
The Dural Bowling Club community is mourning the loss of long-serving member Nick Sheerin, who passed away on 25 August 2025. A familiar figure on the greens for decades, Sheerin was still competing this year and finished runner-up in the Triples competition, a testament to his enduring skill and love for the game. Family, friends, […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 5 December 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 5 December 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 167.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 163.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 169.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills […]