Stop the Gridlock: MP Launches Petition to Fix New Line, Kenthurst and Annangrove Roads
Thousands of families, tradespeople, and commuters across The Hills are calling for urgent action as traffic congestion on New Line Road, Kenthurst Road and Annangrove Road reaches crises point. In response, local MP Mark Hodges has launched a petition urging the NSW Government to prioritise funding and upgrades for these key transport corridors. With booming […]
A Legacy of Over 100 Years: The Trethowan Family Estate
Few families can claim such deep roots in the Hills District as the Trethowans, whose story stretches back to 19th-century England and the days of wooden sailing ships. Now, after more than 100 years of farming, building, and contributing to the local community, the family is farewelling their cherished 5-acre property at 2 McAlister Road, […]
Closure of Ferry Artists Gallery after 25 years
BY KARLENE BRUMMER The eclectic Ferry Artists Gallery located in picturesque Wisemans Ferry will close its doors in August after more than 20 years in its current location within the main street shopping centre. Started in 2000, the gallery was the vision of a small group of determined local women including doyenne and former local […]
SALT Galston is a New and Welcome Addition to the Local Café Scene
Tahki, Leo, and the SALT Cafe Dural team have extended their presence in the Hills by establishing a new venue at the picturesque Galston Persimmon Orchard. With 35 years of experience operating cafes in the Hills region, this marks their latest addition. They continue to roast their own coffee in collaboration with partners at Legend. […]
New Hills Shire Youth Ambassadors 2025-2026
The Hills Shire Council is proud to announce the appointment of Advika Kapoor and Rihanna Soundranayagam as the Youth Ambassadors for the 2025-2026 term under the Sydney Hills Youth Ambassador Program. The announcement was made by Mayor Dr. Michelle Byrne at a special ceremony held at the Council office. “On behalf of Council, I’d like […]
Meet the Men of the FOFP
The volunteer group known as the Friends of Fagan Park collectively care for the Heritage area of the park, namely the Agricultural and mechanical museums, the original dairy and blacksmiths shop. Along with our lady volunteers they maintain equipment and displays, clean, service, restore items and provide tours to keep alive the history of the […]
Enough to Drive You Quackers!
By Karlene Brummer I have lost count of the number of times I have come close to wiping out an entire family of wood ducks over the past month or so. Luckily, so far this has not occurred, and I am now quite vigilant about really slowing down whenever I see a group on the […]
No Running, All Fun: Join Walking Netball!
There’s a new sound echoing through The Centre: joyous laughter, sneakers squeaking (softly), and the cheerful thud of a netball hitting the court. But something is different. The pace is slower, and the atmosphere is just as competitive as it is encouraging. Welcome to Walking Netball, a game that proves you don’t need to sprint […]
Community Notice for Galston CWA
While the winter sun tries to warm us and the chilly winds send us indoors to find scarves and warm cosy corners, the ladies of the Galston CWA are busy knitting and sewing winter warmers. Mainly to donate to our local charities and also to sell on our fund raising stalls. They have discovered some […]
Dural And District Historical Society
Amazing Stories: Historical Society Explores Galston’s French Past It is truly amazing what stories can be told by members of our community. Once again the Historical Society called upon a member, Carolyn Broadhead, to tell the 12th July meeting of members about Galston’s French connections. Carolyn suggested all should have a look at the Galston […]