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A Year of Purpose

Purpose

As we are faced with our third year of the pandemic, Jo Hutchens owner and founder of Well Versed Homes shares her thoughts on how we are living a life full of purpose and promise for the future. “If you know me, you know how much I love home” explains Jo, “our homes have become […]

New Citizenship Aussies Celebrate Milestone Achievement

Citizenship

Logeswary Vinoth was one of 80 Hills Shire residents who became an Australian citizen during a special Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony at The Hills Shire Council on Wednesday, January 26 New citizens making the pledge originally came from more than 19 countries, including India, Iran, Chile, the Philippines, Korea, Russia, Turkey, Thailand, Pakistan and Sri […]

Hills Hawks Rugby League “Come & Try”

Rugby

Old, current & new Rugby players are welcome to our annual Come & Try Days. All girls & boys aged 5 to 16. Friday 4 February & Friday 18 February 2022 from 4.30pm to 6.30. Gather in your age groups, play some games, do some drills, meet the coaches, have a game of footy and […]

Roadside Stall Theft from Arcadia Road

Stall

“For the lady who drove out of Cobah Rd, stopped for a long time browsing at our roadside stall then stole $47.00 worth of plants… You are a low life stealing from a family business. 25/1/22 @ 8.30pm. please pay up” If anyone recognises this car (silver or white Toyota Prada) and knows the owner, […]

The Crisis in Home Care

Home Care

During the current Covid-19 pandemic, across the home care industry, support workers are in high demand, but in very short supply. Now, more than ever, the people with disabilities and older people in our community need support. It can be a daunting process for anyone needing help at home to invite a support worker into […]

Updated Australia Day vibes and Activities in the Hills

Australia Day Vibes

By Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council For those looking to get into the Australia Day spirit, a comprehensive list of the planned activities is list below. Flag Raising Ceremonies are being held at the following four locations – 8am at Wrights Road Reserve organised by the Community Foundation of North […]

Australia Day Vibes

Australia Day Vibes

Celebrate Australia Day with Australia Day Vibes in The Hills. Grab the family, pack a picnic and settle in for a day packed with buskers and roving entertainment tomorrow at various Hills local parks. Picnic locations include:  Bella Vista Farm picnic area – 10am to 1pm  Castle Hill Heritage Park – 9am to 12pm  Wiseman’s […]

Can You Help protect our ambassadors?

Ambassadors

Police are appealing for anyone who saw the red Holden Colorado ute and boat connected with the murder of 9 year old Charlise Mutten to come forward, in order to fill in gaps in the timeline of the suspect’s movements. ambassadors This may include eyewitness accounts, CCTV footage, mobile phone footage or dashcam footage of […]

Rose Garden Upgrade Works

Rose Garden

By Dr Peter Gangemi – Mayor of The Hills Shire Council In 2022, The Hills Shire Council celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Alfred Henry Whaling Memorial Reserve Rose Garden. Upgrade works have commenced to rejuvenate the gardens and return them to their former glory. Upgrade works are focused on rejuvenating the gardens and improving […]

What’s On This Week in Hornsby Shire

Week

Looking for something to do? Here is what’s on this week in Hornsby Shire: Australia Day Celebrations 2022 ◼ Hornsby Park: Wed 26 Jan, 1− 5pm. Free! (Note – masks are strongly recommended for attendees) Summer Reading Club Presentation Night ◼ Online via Zoom: Thu 27 Jan, 5.30 − 6.30pm. Free for Summer Reading Club […]