2020 – It’s A Wrap
By Peta Gormly – Arcadia RFS As 2020 comes to an end it is safe to say it has been an interesting and different year. We experienced some of the worst fires NSW has seen at the beginning, followed by flooding and storm damage, to be then faced with Covid-19. Each of these events have […]
A New Kind Of Sleigh Bell
Our collective team at Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade wish to thank all the community for your incredible support to us over the year. We gratefully acknowledge the thoughtful donations during the chaotic fires of the 2019-2020 fire emergency. We also thank you for your encouragement, financial support, fundraising and for the hordes of packs of […]
Galston RFB
By Kara Dubois Shane Fitzsimmons named NSW Australian of the Year Galston RFB would like to congratulate the former NSW Rural Fire Service Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons AFSM, who has been named NSW Australian of the Year. We will be forever grateful for his leadership and presence during an immensely tumultuous and devastating time for our […]
Fire Danger … Be Prepared
Greg Browning from the Bureau of Meteorology is warning that the wetter than average Spring could lead to a very dangerous bushfire season. Greg points out that even while the rain was welcome in bushfire prone areas, it won’t be enough to reverse the years of drought. One local company, Aussie Pumps, is working hard […]
Christmas Car Boot Sale
Galston Seventh day Adventist Church 49 Arcadia Road Galston are holding a Christmas Car Boot Sale on Sunday, 6th December 2020 from 9am until 1pm Stall holder bookings: phone 0402 004 477 or email: [email protected]. Stalls (which include stands/car boots/tables) are available, and stallholder charges are $50 per stall. Bookings essential. Drinks, including tea, […]
HAVE YOU LISTENED TO ANY GOOD PODCASTS RECENTLY?
Podcasts offer easy access to programs that entertain, inform and inspire. If you haven’s listened to one recently, give is a go! For people with disabilities, there is a world of interesting content! These three podcasts about people with disabilities are recommended listening for everyone! 1. CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS This limited edition series features five stories […]
Scissor & Comb Connection Hair Salon Celebrates its 30th Year Anniversary
In November 1990 Maria Pollifrone opened the doors of Scissor and Comb Connection, and this year they are celebrating their 30th birthday. Maria completed her trade as a hairdresser in 1988 and went onto manage a salon in Glenhaven, where she gained the experience and skills needed to manage and run her own business. At […]
SALVOS
By Katy Joscelyne Well, we have certainly launched into an early summer with days hovering in the high 20s and some hovering at just over 30C. Our Dural store is bursting with summer themes, from racks of lightweight cotton t-shirts and dresses, to sandals and “flip flops” right through to books on salads and BBQs. […]
GLENORIE PROGRESS ASSOCIATION
Hornsby Shire Rural Lands Study The GPA is thankful to the Hornsby Shire and Councillors for progressing the important Rural Lands Study which addresses the Hornsby side of Glenorie. If you are a resident in the Hornsby Shire Council, you should review the plan and submit with your feedback. Now is your chance to have […]
WATER COLOUR EXHIBITION
EXHIBITION OPENING TIMES: FRIDAY 20TH – THURSDAY 26TH NOVEMBER, 9.00 a.m. – 6.00 p.m. Address (will be signposted): 26 Mansfield Road, off Bayfield Road, near Fagan Park, Galston Local artist Val Wright will exhibit her watercolour paintings in her Galston studio from Friday the 20th – Thursday the 26th of November 2020. Original paintings, framed […]