Galston Open Gardens: Celebrate Local Horticulture
Get ready for a delightful journey through the lush landscapes of Galston as the Galston District Garden Club invites the community to its upcoming events this October. The highly anticipated Galston Open Gardens weekend will take place from the 17th to the 19th, showcasing a collection of unique and vibrant gardens that highlight the creativity […]
Free Activities for Kids, Teens and Families in The Hills
Kids, teenagers, and families in The Hills can enjoy a bonanza of free activities during the spring school holidays. Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne encouraged Hills families to take advantage of the exciting array of free programs. “We’ve got technology and environment workshops, board games with Headspace, netball skills, art therapy, a […]
Biviano’s Restaurant Celebrates 25 Years of Dining Excellence
It was a ‘who’s who’ of local industry leaders, politicians, businesspeople, family, friends and supporters attending the recent 25 year anniversary celebrations of Bivianos Restaurant at Dural. Established in 2000, following the rebranding of Belmontes at Dural, Mr Rajeev Kumar who had originally trained as a pizza cook under Mr Belmonte, took over Bivianos just […]
Castle Hill Scout Lachlan’s Scottish Adventure
By Lawrence Machado 2nd Castle Hill Rover Scout Lachlan Chen found unexpected joy after stepping outside his comfort zone during his recent Baden-Powell Scout Award Adventurous Journey in Scotland. Lachlan said he learnt more about himself, his capabilities and leadership during challenging times as he completed his Baden-Powell Scout Award. He was joined by three fellow Rover […]
Hay-fever
Hay-fever, also known as Allergic Rhinitis, is thought of as a minor problem by many. But those who suffer can have their sleep and concentration affected. Symptoms include itchy or red eyes, frequent sneezing, coughing and a runny nose. Hay-fever strikes when your immune system responds to an allergen such e.g. grass pollen. But what […]
Echoes Lights up Bella Vista Farm
Bella Vista Farm, Western Sydney’s very own backyard, has come alive with ‘Echoes’ – a mesmerising spectacle of light and sound. One of The Hills Shire’s most historic landmarks, Bella Vista Farm is, for the first time, seeing its rich history reimagined through light and sound. Echoes takes visitors on a captivating journey along the […]
Glenorie RFS Trains in Industrial Firefighting Skills
Volunteers from the Glenorie, Middle Dural, and Galston Rural Fire Service (RFS) brigades recently took part in a specialised firefighting training exercise at the Bio Properties site on Moores Road, Glenorie. The exercise provided an invaluable opportunity for the crews to practise tackling fires in a complex industrial environment, with unique hazards such as chemical […]
Karey and Kareful Bring Joy to Special Learners
The Karey and Kareful Foundation Limited is committed to its mission – to provide every Australian special needs student with free Karey and Kareful Storybooks. To date, over 3,000 students across Sydney, the Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, and Hunter regions have received individual five-book sets through the Foundation’s Karey & Kareful Reading […]
Hidden in the Hills: Cymbidium Suave
By Lachlan Turner, This plant is not a rare orchid. It is just a bit hard to find out it there in the bush as it does not usually occur next to established walking tracks. To find specimens of this sometimes spectacular orchid it may be necessary to venture into the understorey, searching for old […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 26 September 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 26 September 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 173.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 172.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 181.90 BP Thornleigh […]