Hip Hopping on the AGT Stage
The Lil Groovers all-girl hip hop dance group will be strutting their stuff on the television show Australia’s Got Talent, having received all round ‘yes’ votes. The dancers, aged between five and 14, are students of Rouse Hill hip hop dance school Base 181 Studios, which is co-owned by Justice Crew member Samson Smith. Samson […]
Netherby and the Fagans of Galston
[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=”84129″ 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 Ivor Jones[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are certainly fortunate in the Hills and Hawkesbury districts having a number of historic properties open to the general public. Some of these properties have been gifted by descendants of pioneering families such as the Roughley and Fagan families […]
A Rewarding Career Inspires Matthew to Care for Others
Matthew used to spend each day in agony. Having been diagnosed with Scheuermann’s disease in 2014, the pain in the teenager’s neck and back was so intense it often proved completely debilitating. By 2016, the aches became so severe that Matthew underwent spinal fusion surgery. The operation proved an absolute game changer. He is now […]
Wrap Independence this Season
One of the best things about the Christmas season – besides food and fun – is the opportunity to catch up with families and friends. Next best thing is the exchanging of gifts. It’s unfortunate that for some the joyful act of selecting and giving gifts has become a very stressful chore. What matters most […]
Westside Vibe Festival Returns for one-off Spring Edition
Following the success of its May event, Hornsby Shire Council’s popular Westside Vibe returns on 25th November. This one-off special spring edition of the popular laneway festival takes you on a sensory journey of taste, sound and atmosphere to leave you full of the joys of springtime. Striking decorations featuring a rainbow of dazzling colours […]
The Galston Concerts: Seeing 2022 out With a Big Band
The 20th November finale of The Galston Concerts in 2022 will feature the much-loved NSW Police Big Band in a program of ‘big band era’ classics. The band’s statewide tours and interstate triumphs are one of many good news stories of our police force serving their community, with their concerts having the bonus of always […]
5 Things to Do Before Making a Property Offer
You’ve made your search brief, found several appealing properties, and shortlisted your favourites – now it’s time to do some due diligence. In this blog, our agents outline five action items to check off before making your offer. Compare the market Identifying the true value of a property requires some homework but understanding the market […]
Hills Nutrition and Dietetics Glenorie District Medical Centre
Dr Kellie Bilinski With over 25 years experience in Clinical Dietetics and medical research Kellie was awarded her PhD from the faculty of Medicine, The University of Sydney in 2013 in the area around the role of vitamin D in metabolic disease and cancer after which she undertook a Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at NICM Health […]
Riley’s Cricket Career is on the Rise
[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=”82136″ 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 Lawrence Machodo[/vc_column_text][us_post_date][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] When it comes to cricket, Riley Jackson McDowell’s young career is on the up and up. At 15 years, the talented wicketkeeper batsman is the youngest player for the strong Northern Districts third grade team in the 2022/23 NSW […]
CWA Galston Branch News
It has been quite a year for the CWA Galston Branch! Circumstances beyond our control saw us locked out of the Galston Health and Community Centre for most of the year. We were fortunate enough to hold our meetings at the Kenthurst rooms of the Castle Hill Branch, this at least allowed us to gather […]