Bright Futures, Unique Paths Lead To Windsor High Success
Windsor High is on a remarkable journey towards bright futures, thanks to the government’s initial rounds of High Potential and Gifted upgrades. Glenn Cullen has the details. In terms of learning styles, interests, and personalities, Year 12 students Mirage Dodt-Butler and Cassidy Grima couldn’t be more different, yet both are poised for bright futures. Mirage, a […]
Hillside Happenings
HILLSIDE’S GREAT EFFORT AT ZONE CROSS COUNTRY CARNIVAL Hillside Public School recently took part in the Beecroft Zone Cross Country Carnival held at Fagan Park. Our students displayed outstanding effort, determination, and sportsmanship as they navigated the challenging course alongside competitors from local schools. The event was a fantastic opportunity for students to challenge themselves, […]
Hills Shire Mayor Warns of Housing Plan Failure
The Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr. Michelle Byrne, says the NSW Government’s housing plan to upzone land in Baulkham Hills and Castle Hill for an additional 7,000 homes is “planning to fail” due to a lack of infrastructure planning. The NSW Government’s new Low and Mid-Rise Housing policy has major implications for Baulkham Hills and Castle […]
Celebrating Community at Walk to School Safely Day at Arcadia Public School
The vibrant spirit of the Arcadian community shone brightly on May 16th, 2025, as families gathered for our annual Walk to School Safely Day. Fortunately, the rain held off for our morning walk, although some four-legged friends opted to stay home due to the wet conditions. Many families and their dogs met at the Rural […]
Senior School Tutoring Initiative
At Pacific Hills Christian School, our community is grounded in Christ’s love—and that love is made visible through the kindness our students show one another. A shining example is the initiative that Pacific Hills Senior School students have taken up, where they voluntarily tutor younger or fellow students. This special initiative reflects both humility and servant leadership. It’s […]
Galston Public School Recognised as an Outstanding School at the Australian Education Awards
In an exciting honour, Galston Public School has been shortlisted as a finalist for Primary School of the Year (Government Sector) at the 2025 Australian Education Awards. The awards celebrates the top-performing schools in the country for their difference that they make in the lives of their students and their school community. It’s the second […]
Hills Winter Sleep Out 2025
Magi* is 61 and says she owes the fact that she has a roof over her head to Hills Community Aid’s homeless prevention initiative. She was living in supported housing when a storm damaged the building. “The roof had caved in. I was behind with my rent because I got sick and I had nowhere […]
News From History Cottage
If we don’t learn from history we are doomed to repeat it. An often heard phrase and one that returned as a theme in the talk given to members at the meeting on the 14th June. An additional question also asked: Who will come forward to point out the history? Rod Best used the story […]
The Base to Help First Responders
A new healing space dedicated to the care of First Responders, veterans and current serving defence personnel is set to open at Kellyville Private Hospital on Monday, July 21st. The Base Ward is being opened in response to an ever-growing need for mental health support, tailored to the special needs of these personnel who experience a […]
Shared Pedestrian/ Cycling Pathway Proposed for Old Northern Road
Hornsby Shire Council is progressing with a proposal from Councillor Nathan Tilbury for the delivery of an off-road Active Transport corridor adjacent to Old Northern Road, between Glenorie and Dural. At their June meeting Council unanimously supported Councillor Tilbury’s motion to work directly with The Hills Shire Council and seek the support of the relevant NSW […]