NEW FACILITIES AT NEW HOPE SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS LIVING WITH DISABILITY
Minister for Education, Dan Tehan, recently visited New Hope School in Dural for the announcement of funding which will be used to build new special needs classrooms, a breakout space and amenities for our local students. Member for Berowra Julian Leeser announced the Morrison Government would provide $800,000 to help fund the $4.4 million project […]
THE LEARNING LOUNGE: ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF HILLS GRAMMAR’S VIBRANT LEARNING COMMUNITY
The Hills Grammar Learning Lounge is again looking forward to the extensive catalogue of specialists who will be presenting throughout the year. The Learning Lounge provides a central point where members of the School and local community are welcomed and can meet to talk, learn and experience the joy of “belonging”. It’s all about Collaboration, […]
HILLSIDE – CHAMPION SCHOOL!
Once again the students at Hillside Public School have excelled in the pool coming first on handicap at the recent Beecroft Zone Carnival held at Homebush. Congratulations to our relay team Aaleyah, Ava, Haize and Izak on their fantastic swim, placing them first at the carnival. At Hillside, physical education is more than a mandatory […]
STILL CREEK LANDCARE – MAKE SURE YOUR PLANTS DON’T ESCAPE!
In gardens, some people plant non-natives (exotic plants) only. Some have natives only, and some have an interesting mix. Whatever your preference, most gardens are beautiful and provide a source of endless enjoyment. But consider this…… Since 1770, when James Cook arrived and announced he had discovered Australia, wide areas of our native bushland have […]
BROMELIAD SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA – CANCELS MEETINGS AND AUTUMN SHOW
It is with great regret the Bromeliad Society of Australia has taken the precaution of cancelling it’s two meetings set down for 11 April, 13 June and their very popular Autumn Show on 9/10 May. Guest speakers for these meetings have been rescheduled for later in the year. BSA meetings are usually held at Castle […]
GALSTON RURAL FIRE BRIGADE NEWS
World’s Greatest Shave for Galston firefighter Jonathan Godley from year 11 at Galston High decided to take part in the World’s Greatest Shave a number of months ago prior to his Dad and Galston firey, Mark Godley getting sick again. For the last two years, Mark has been in remission from Acute Myeloid Leukaemia but […]
ARCADIA RURAL FIRE BRIGADE A HEARTFELT FAREWELL AND A WARM WELCOME
Arcadia 1 Alpha is one of two trucks at Arcadia station and has been part of the local community for nearly 20 years. It is well known as being the workhorse of the brigade. It has been a reliable truck, mainly known for its off-road driving capabilities, and has been on numerous strike team deployments. […]
GLENORIE RURAL FIRE BRIGADE NEWS
The recent rains through February and March have brought a great deal of change to our area turning the brown landscape to green and helping to finally extinguish the ravaging fires. It is refreshing to see life creeping back into the areas where fire and destruction has left its mark. With all the rains, it […]
WANTED…. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE & MORE
Local Pump Manufacturer, Aussie Pump runs an extensive recruitment campaign in the Hills district. The aim was to find locals looking for a fulfilling career in an industry that is vital to the productivity of the country. The program has been a huge success with locals like Shiran Munasinghe, from Baulkham Hills, joining the team. […]
COUNCIL RELAXES DELIVERY RESTRICTIONS IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19
Hornsby Shire Council will suspend the restrictions on truck movements and delivery times to help local supermarkets keep their shelves stocked. Hornsby Shire General Manager Steven Head said this is a temporary measure and a direct response to the COVID-19 situation. “The empty supermarket shelves are causing significant distress in our community, particularly when there […]