Outline for the Gathering
The December women’s shed gathering was an enjoyable morning. The ladies participated in a relaxing activity painting a mandala pattern on a black rock using a range of tools to create the design. Some of the ladies also painted their animal creations that were made at our last gathering in June before the covid lockdown. […]
Aussie Pumps…… Saving The Urban Interface
A wet spring and summer may be leading to a complacency amongst urban interface property owners. Professionals know that more fuel, the greater the potential for catastrophic bushfires. Aussie Pumps suggest that now is a great opportunity for homeowners, farmers and professionals to take positive action to prepare properties for the potential of what could […]
Looking to put your property on the market in 2022?
The start of a new year gives people an infectious sense of renewal, so if you’re looking to sell, now is a great time. If you’re keen to list your property up for sale over the coming months, then it’s time to roll up your sleeves and prepare now. Here are our simple tips to […]
The Galston Concerts: Ready, Steady – Wait!
By Robert Harris Public health statistics mean that it’s not quite the ‘Happy New Year’ for which we’d hoped. Nevertheless, The Galston Concerts are planning musical treats for better times ahead in 2022. It’s a case of ‘Get ready, get set – Wait’! The concerts team have mapped out a great line-up in five concerts […]
Bromeliad Society of Australia
Great news for the Bromeliad Society of Australia, its members and guests with the resumption of their meetings in 2022. The next meeting will be held on Saturday, 12th February at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground, Showground Road, Castle Hill off Doran Drive. Many beautiful Bromeliads will be available for purchase when sales open […]
Soil Health on Your Property
By Chris Noon Want to know more about why some plants thrive and some die on your property? Want to know more about the types of soil you have on your property and how healthy they are? Here are some simple soil assessments with very simple equipment so you can do it yourself. There is […]
Garden Club News
The Galston District Garden Club committee has made the decision to postpone our February meeting due to the latest outbreak of Covid. We are taking it month by month but we are hopeful the March meeting will go ahead. BY GRETA WICKHAM Is It Too Wet For Mowing? Often after a long period of rain, […]
Colourful Fungi-Hidden In The Hills
By Lachlan Turner Dramatic colours, unusual shapes and interesting patterns. This can describe a whole range of Colourful Fungi that may be found in some of the damp areas of creekside bushland. It is easy to overlook many Colourful Fungi as most prefer spaces where there is no, or, next to no sunlight. They are […]
Hills Grammar Welcomes New Principal
Hills Grammar, celebrating 40 years as the leading independent co-educational school in the Hills District, is delighted to appoint its first female Principal, Mrs Karen Yager. Mrs Yager joins the School with more than 26 years’ experience in education, including, most recently, as Deputy Headmaster K-12, at Knox Grammar. A progressive and creative leader, Mrs […]
Hannaford Avenue Reserve Continues to Take Shape
Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council Construction work continues at the next park in Box Hill, Hannaford Avenue Reserve. Bulk earthworks and footpaths have been completed. Current works in the reserve include earthworks trimming, importation of soil and playground installation. The park is expected to be completed in March, weather and […]