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THERE’S AN APP FOR THAT… TRAVELING AGAIN

This article traveling on a fast train from Amsterdam to Paris. Every time I travel it amazes me how technology can make things a little easier. I respect those who still wish to use a printed map and send a postcard with a stamp but being a technology tragic that is not the way I […]

Osteoporosis Physical Therapy and Rehab

Tucked in one of the industrial areas along New Line Road, is a company called RehaCare Pty Ltd. They are suppliers of a very interesting device, the Marodyne LivMd, which I have recently purchased. Diagnosed with borderline osteoporosis earlier this year at the age of 57, I thought I would try physical activity, improved diet […]

RFS GET READY DAY – DON’T WAIT TO PREPARE FOR BUSHFIRE SEASON

RFS Get Ready Weekend was held on the 14-15 September. There were over 600 events held across the state on the weekend to prepare communities for the coming bushfire season. The events were an opportunity for community members to meet their local firefighters, educate children on fire dangers and to learn more about how to […]

RURAL ROUND UP

rural community Local Government Elections COUNCILOR WARREN WADDELL

It has been a busy month on Council, with many issues before us, beginning with consolidating our position on climate change. After considering a range of contributions from both our Council officers and the community, Council resolved to acknowledge the impact of climate change and to commit to fulfil its obligations. In particular, it was […]

NEWS FROM HISTORY COTTAGE

Members on the Oaks and Warragamba tour

On the 8th September, during History Week, the Best Family descendants and friends, celebrated the 200th anniversary of Thomas Best arriving in what is now Middle Dural. The function was held in one of the beautifully restored family homes. It was an opportunity to think back on what survives of both the oral and built […]

Safety First at Glenorie Pony Club

This month, Glenorie Pony Club held a Horse Rider Fall Clinic, run by Lindsay from Horse Rider Fall Safety Training. Training in safe falling techniques is proven to be valuable and helps decrease the risk of injury. This clinic proved to be very popular and informative for our riders. We would love to thank our […]

Arcadia Pony Club hosts Zone Dressage Championships

Champions & Reserve Champions from the Zone 23 Dressage Championships

Arcadia Pony Club hosted the Zone 23 Dressage Championships at their wonderful grounds at the Rural Sports Facility on Sunday 15th September. The weather was as beautiful and the day ran so well. he results for the day were as follows: • Class 1: Under 11yrs Champion – Kyah Pember (Forest Hills) Reserve Champion – […]

Budgerigar Society of NSW Inc Hills Branch

The joy of keeping a budgie as a pet never seems to wane; whether the joy be for a child or an older person. Enquiries are regularly received by club members, from the general public seeking assistance with information in respect of their pet budgie or wishing to obtain a bird. Whilst most club members […]

GPS Warrior Colour Run 2019

Glenorie Public School’s P&C recently held its 2nd Biannual GPS Warrior Colour run 2019 on Friday 20th September. It started as a health initiative for the kids and turned into an amazing fun filled day full of Fitness, Challenges, and Community involvement for everyone. All students who registered, gained their fundraising card and an online […]

PREP – PACIFIC HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, HE’S SUCH A HAPPY LITTLE BOY!

A parent’s first impressions of Prep which is designed to prepare young children for Kindy and provide them with a smooth transition to structured learning. Shannon van Soest’s four-year-old son was previously attending early learning daycare but she and her husband Daniel decided to move him to Prep at Pacific Hills as a three-year-old to […]