One Tree Reach Wetland
By Cllr Nathan Tilbury, Just a 15-minute drive from Wisemans Ferry, along Singleton Road, is the beautiful but little-known location of One Tree Reach Wetland. This freshwater wetland on the banks of the Hawkesbury River is a popular destination for bird watching and features a nature trail, boardwalk and interpretative signs. The boardwalk starts from […]
Lisa Harnum Day 2025
The Lisa Harnum Foundation will bring its annual awareness campaign, Lisa Harnum Day, to major Sydney shopping centres this July and August, using public spaces to promote visible solidarity against domestic violence. In partnership with Amazon Australia volunteers, the Purple Nail Tribe Campaign will host community stations at Westfield Hornsby on 24 and 27 July, and Rouse […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 18 July 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 18 July 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 181.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 185.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 184.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]
Public Exhibition – Glenorie Village Investigation Report and Draft Glenorie Village Place Plan
The Glenorie Village Investigation Report and draft Glenorie Village Place Plan have now been placed on public exhibition. These documents bring together insights from supporting studies, community feedback and collaboration with State Agencies to recommend changes for Glenorie. Key recommendations for Glenorie Village include the introduction of opportunities for smaller lots ranging in size from 4,000-5,000m2 adjoining […]
World Comes to Aussie
Hills District local success story, Australian Pump Industries, has a constant stream of high level visitors calling at their Norwest factory warehouse complex. They come just to see this remarkable company in action! With a wide range of international clients, its not unusual to see three or four different groups of visitors from around the world […]
Glenorie Probus Club Activities
Glenorie Probus Club maintained its busy program in May with the trip to the Zig Zag Railway which was thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended despite the wet weather conditions. The railway closed in 2012 for maintenance purposes and only resumed in 2023 after much damage from bushfires and floods during the shutdown period had […]
The Beautiful Urban Forest Environment In Hornsby Shire
Rural Roundup, Jane Seaglove, Hornsby Councilor Hello Residents, One of the many reasons we choose to live in the Hornsby Shire is the beauty and significance of our urban forest environment. Our tree canopy not only enhances the natural character of the area but also provides vital environmental and community benefits. Trees offer shade, reduce […]
Eco-travel reimagined: Discover Wild Escape Tiny Homes
Eco-travel reimagined: Into The Wild Escapes launches Australia’s only off-grid tiny homes set within a native wildlife rescue and conservation sanctuary. Escape into the wild like never before. Into The Wild Escapes is setting a new standard for eco-conscious travel with the launch of two stunning off-grid tiny homes located within the Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, […]
The Glenorie Shore Family Story 1909-2025 Part 3
The Glenorie Shore Family Story: Colin Paved the Way for Stan’s Lifelong Journey Brother, Colin opened the path for me (Stan) to Homebush Boys High School and then Bathurst Teachers College from where we both graduated as Primary School Teachers. Here I met my wife of 65 years, Judy Robins. Colin’s first appointment was Barmedman. […]
Get FREE Native Plants This August
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to announce the return of its much-loved Native Plant Giveaways program this August, inviting all residents to deepen their connection with the local environment. This initiative, set to take place on Friday, August 29, and Saturday, August 30, will offer residents the chance to collect four free native plants, encouraging […]