NSW Government Piles More Homes and Pressure on The Hills Shire
BY DR MICHELLE BRYNE, HILLS SHIRE MAYOR The Hills Shire Council has raised serious concerns with the State Government’s secretive Housing Delivery Authority’s (HDA) decisions to fast-track 5,936 additional homes in our major centres, which could reduce vital land for business and worsen the infrastructure crisis. The HDA has drastically increased housing density in Castle […]
Council Implements Cashless Payments at Waste Management Facility and Animal Shelter
Starting November, the Council will implement a cashless payment system at its Waste Management Facility and Companion Animal Shelter. This move is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and eliminating the costs associated with secure cash handling. The change is expected to impact only a minor portion of the transactions conducted at these facilities, with cash […]
Having A Slice of Pizza
By Ivor Jones In April 1970, more than 55 years ago, Australians were introduced to pizza with the introduction of Pizza Hut restaurants to this country. Back then, Pizza Hut were actual restaurants where you could take the family and sit and eat. The restaurants were licenced so that you could have a beer or […]
The Hills Schools Urgently Need Infrastructure Funds
The Hills schools crisis in The Hills Shire is worsening, with 13 schools over their enrolment limits and three accommodating double their capacity. Mayor Dr. Michelle Byrne has raised alarms about the situation, noting that the NSW Government’s housing reforms lack the necessary infrastructure funding. Existing schools are also suffering, struggling with record student numbers […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 29 August 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 29 August 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 165.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 164.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 166.90 BP Thornleigh […]
Behind the Scenes at RAAF Base Richmond
When RAAF Richmond publicly celebrates its 100th birthday next month it is going to be an incredible opportunity to see the airbase in action with the various aircraft and equipment set to dazzle. It will also be a chance to meet the diverse range of personnel who work there. Wing Commander Andrew Burke, head of […]
Hidden in the Hills: Spectacular Wildflowers
By Lachlan Turner Apart from the many tones of green that can be characteristically seen throughout the bushland environment, there are other striking colours that can attract the attention of the bushwalker. Some of these colours are bright and showy, whilst others may be more subtle and less noticeable. To fully appreciate the extensive variety […]
Smart Warning System for Hawkesbury’s Flooded Roads
Hawkesbury City Council, in partnership with Rotary and Bendigo Bank, has launched a Flooded Roads Smart Warning System to improve safety on flood-prone roads. Funded by Rotary Foundation Australia and the Bendigo Bank Community Enterprise Foundation, this initiative features nine new solar-powered signs located at key areas: Brennans Dam Road (3 signs), Tennyson Road (2), […]
Exciting Adventures Await in Term 3 at Hillside School
Hillside School Celebrates Term 2 And Welcomes Term 3 TERM 2 AT HILLSIDE WAS PACKED WITH SMILES, GREAT STORIES, AND LOADS OF SCHOOL SPIRIT It’s amazing how fast Term 2 flew by! It was full of exciting events that brought our school community together – from parent-teacher interviews and Mother’s Day to Zone Cross Country and […]
Community Connect is Back
If you are looking for a way to connect with your community then save the date: Sunday 28th September, in your diary. Community Connect is back at the Harvey Lowe Pavilion at Castle Hill Showground, Doran Drive, Castle Hill from 10am to 2pm and there will be something for everyone. If you love history, gardening, theatre, […]