Guest speaker Mrs Jo Hambrett -News from History Cottage
This month’s meeting on Saturday 13th November will be held in the Uniting Church, Galston, starting at 2.00 pm. COVID 19 health regulations will apply so all visitors will need to have evidence of full vaccination and to register. Our Guest speaker will be, Mrs Jo Hambrett, who will tell the story of the Best […]
Emma Heyde and the Hornsby Greens
Emma Heyde-Four years as your councillor, and the fire in my belly burns as strongly as ever. I want to continue to care for our community. So I am standing for reelection as councillor and for Mayor. I’m looking forward to the improvements to Galston village finished. I want to see better access for rural […]
It’s Time for A Mountain Bike Day Trip to Ourimbah
By Susanna Mills This month’s riding focuses on Ourimbah because you will have no doubt explored everything there is available to explore throughout ‘The Bushland Shire’ during the lockdown. mountain bike You can only ride the 6km of ‘sanctioned Mtb trail’ in Hornsby so many times before you start suffering from myopia… Heading out to […]
Exciting news from Sandra’s Ceramics Studio!
They are now online! Yes, you can find all of their beautiful handmade ceramic giftware at your fingertips & make your purchases online. The items range from stylish homewares including decorative & functional vases, plates & bowls to colourful outdoor pieces for the garden like their quirky frogs & geckos. The all-important web address is […]
Galston Concerts: On to the Future!
Good news … make that ‘better’ news … recently. Public health stats are improving, with relaxed regulations allowing for a trend back to normal life. Not quite ‘better’ enough for The Galston Concerts team to confirm their final program for the year. With great regret, the Galston Gala on 21 November has been postponed. Galston […]
Everything is Opening, but Don’t Let that Open you Up to Injury!
By Alex Fielding As the most recent lockdowns finish and gyms and sport start to take off again, there is every chance your physical conditioning may be a lot different to what it was 3 months ago. Because of this deconditioning, there is a likely increased risk of injury if you go into the gym […]
Negotiation Tips for Buying A Property
Negotiation a property purchase is a serious business, so it’s important to be armed with as many tactics as possible to give yourself the advantage. In this article, our agents outline six tips to help you negotiate your property purchase like a professional and seal the deal. Get your Finances in Order Be clear about […]
Making A Difference for Seniors in the Community
Do you want to make a difference in your local community? Have you considered volunteering to visit older people living near you? Catholic Healthcare is seeking volunteers to join its Community Visitors Scheme (CVS), a national program aimed to enrich the quality of life of seniors living at home and in residential aged care homes. […]
Accessories for A Mobility Scooter
A mobility scooter enhances the independence of its user. It opens up possibilities for someone with limited or restricted mobility. We talked about how to select the most appropriate mobility equipment, how to use a mobility scooter for the safety of the user and the community and other related topics. Let us review the most […]
Technology Tips for Seniors
Technology is incredibly helpful in the lives of many senior Australians, but developing the skills and confidence to master their smart devices can prove challenging. Here are some helpful tips: 1 Be Password Smart. When using the internet, choose a strong password that only you will know. Use special characters and symbols and consider using […]