Getting to Know the Locals
By Karlene Brummer Constancy and stability contribute significantly to fostering a cohesive community. Getting to know Business owners, local shopkeepers and staff helps build community ties, which is hard when there’s frequent turnover. Fortunately, our area has a high rate of employees staying long-term in their positions meaning we can get to know many of […]
Learn Bromeliad Care From Expert Mark Belot at BSA Meeting
The Bromeliad Society of Australia (BSA) is set to host an engaging meeting this month, featuring a presentation focused on Bromeliad Care from one of its expert members. The event, which includes a plant sale open to the public, will take place at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground, Castle Hill, on Saturday, September 13th. […]
Galston Gorge Archaeology Talk by Local Historians
The community of Galston recently gathered for a captivating exploration of local heritage, beginning with the celebrated annual June Roughley Memorial Lecture and concluding with the anticipation of a deep dive into the engineering and history of Galston Gorge. The Memorial Lecture, delivered by renowned culinary expert Ian “Herbie” Hemphill, provided a fascinating look into […]
Hear Clear Celebrates 10 Years
A decade ago, Katie Rahman started her business from a small office in Galston, driven by a simple vision: to provide compassionate, personalised hearing care to her local community. From those humble beginnings, the practice soon outgrew the original space and moved to Dural, which remains the heart of the business today. Fast forward to […]
Galston Garden Club Hosts Talk on Bonsai Trees
Bonsai Trees will take centre stage at the Galston District Garden Club’s upcoming September meeting, as members and visitors look forward to a diverse line-up of horticultural events leading into spring. The club, which meets at the Galston Community Centre on the second Wednesday of each month, continues to attract strong community interest. August’s gathering […]
NSW Government Piles More Homes and Pressure on The Hills Shire
BY DR MICHELLE BRYNE, HILLS SHIRE MAYOR The Hills Shire Council has raised serious concerns with the State Government’s secretive Housing Delivery Authority’s (HDA) decisions to fast-track 5,936 additional homes in our major centres, which could reduce vital land for business and worsen the infrastructure crisis. The HDA has drastically increased housing density in Castle […]
Council Implements Cashless Payments at Waste Management Facility and Animal Shelter
Starting November, the Council will implement a cashless payment system at its Waste Management Facility and Companion Animal Shelter. This move is aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and eliminating the costs associated with secure cash handling. The change is expected to impact only a minor portion of the transactions conducted at these facilities, with cash […]
Having A Slice of Pizza
By Ivor Jones In April 1970, more than 55 years ago, Australians were introduced to pizza with the introduction of Pizza Hut restaurants to this country. Back then, Pizza Hut were actual restaurants where you could take the family and sit and eat. The restaurants were licenced so that you could have a beer or […]
The Hills Schools Urgently Need Infrastructure Funds
The Hills schools crisis in The Hills Shire is worsening, with 13 schools over their enrolment limits and three accommodating double their capacity. Mayor Dr. Michelle Byrne has raised alarms about the situation, noting that the NSW Government’s housing reforms lack the necessary infrastructure funding. Existing schools are also suffering, struggling with record student numbers […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 29 August 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 29 August 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 165.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 164.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 166.90 BP Thornleigh […]