Warrah
Well what a strange summer that turned out to be! While we did not miss the heat and the smoke we have come to expect, the frequent rain did not make it as easy for farmers as one might think. With the weather beginning to cool down even more and the days shortening, our focus […]
Bromeliad Society of Australia Meetings to Resume
By Dianne Tulloch Great news for lovers of bromeliads and the Bromeliad Society of Australia is the resumption of their meetings beginning on Saturday, 10 April in the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground with sales commencing from 10am. Local Government COVIDSafe restrictions have now been reduced to 2sq.m in the Federation Pavilion and this means […]
Arcadia Turns 80!
On the 19th of February 1941, a public meeting was held at the Galston School of Arts where a proposal to form a local volunteer bush fire brigade was heard. Arcadia RFB was established in 1941 after bushfires affected the area in 1939. It was originally part of the “Outer Sydney Bush Fire Brigade” before […]
Glenorie RFS Service in the RFS is Primarily A Volunteer Job
There is no pay, there are very few accolades, and this voluntary work is usually done on top of other work and family commitments. Though all members of the brigade are appreciated, both new members and those who are more experienced, we are delighted to shine a light on those that demonstrate they have given […]
Aussie Needs You … APPLY NOW
Hills based Aussie Pumps continues to grow with demand for Australian manufacture outstripping current production capability. The company is looking to boost their workforce with locals who want a fulfilling career with loads of opportunities for personal development. “Australian Pump supports many industries from agricultural, mining and construction, even transport and hire, with their quality […]
The Centre Open Day Wrap Up
A great day was had in Dural at The Centre Open Day on the 20th March. The rain poured down, but spirits stayed high inside. What a good day to be indoors! The upgraded courts were officially opened with the ribbon cutting attended by the Mayor of Hills Shire Council Dr Michelle Byrne, Local Member […]
FLOOD FATALITY
By Bev Jordan A 25-year-old man driving to work for his first day as a contractor with a large commercial organisation was found dead in his hire car several metres below the water in Cattai Creek, next to Cattai Ridge Road Bridge, in Glenorie at 1.10pm this afternoon (Wednesday, March 24). The Western Sydney man […]
Support Our Local Dining Venues
Dine & Discover NSW The NSW Government has launched Dine & Discover NSW to encourage the community to get out and about, supporting dining, arts and tourism businesses and stimulating spending in the economy. Dine & Discover NSW is being rolled out through March 2021. Throughout each week, vouchers will become available in more and more Local Government […]
Kellyville Market is now on Sunday 2 May!
MY KIDS MARKET IS ALL SET TO RETURN TO HORNSBY WHERE FAMILIES WILL SAVE BIG ON EVERYTHING FOR BABY & KIDS Following a year like no other local families are super keen for the return of My Kids Market on Sunday 14 March at the Hornsby/Ku-ring-gai PCYC. “This popular event has been greatly missed by […]
A Dogs Tale
Contributed by Nathalie Caminada and her father René, grandfather to Dylan So happy to let everyone know we have found her; it’s a miracle. Milly went missing on Sunday evening, the 7th of February. We looked for her at every moment, sometimes with hope but mostly worried we have lost her. We have always been […]