Parents Urged to Get Active With Kids For Better Family Health
Parents are being called on to get active to set an example and help turn around the poor health outcomes of the nation’s children by leading researcher, Dr Natasha Schranz, of the University of SA. Less than one in five Australian children is meeting the national recommendation of 60 minutes of huff and puff activity […]
Play equipment for New Hope School
Member for Hornsby Matt Kean MP was pleased to provide New Hope School with the funds for new play equipment thanks to a Community Building Partnership grant of $30,000. The program assists community groups to make upgrades to their facilities, purchase equipment or provide essential repairs. New Hope School is one of 15 community groups […]
Galston Rural Fire Brigade News
Pile burns If you are planning a pile burn soon and are unsure over the rules, as a reminder permits for pile burns are required ALL year-round. Please make sure you contact your appropriate council for advice on a permit. NSW RFS Fire Control and your neighbours must also be notified, and piles must adhere […]
Middle Dural Rural Fire Brigade News
Members of our Brigade are currently busy almost every weekend with hazard reductions. Although the smokey air is unpleasant, burning the bush to reduce the fuel load is the most efficient way of reducing the risk of future bushfires. The RFS employs strategies to minimise harm, opting to carry out low, medium or high intensity […]
Hornsby Shire Recollects
Hornsby Shire Recollects is the interactive database for the Hornsby Shire Library Local History Collection, historical material belonging to community organisations such as the Dural and District Historical Society and local history enthusiasts. It provides easy online access to a rich store of heritage material relating to Hornsby Shire, its people, and events. By registering […]
Anglicare Winter Food Drive – Dural, Cherrybrook and Glenhaven Anglican Churches
June 16th & 17th It’s that time of year again – the time the communities of Dural, Arcadia, Glenorie, Cherrybrook, Kenthurst and Glenhaven give generously to the Anglican Food Drive. Because of the huge amount of food and toiletries collected by our communities Anglicare have come to rely on us for a big part of […]
Heartbeats
Best Brew Sammy Wilson (Catt) from “She Brews It” coffee van is excited to announce the arrival of their newest bean, “Benji Thomas Wilson”. Born 20th April, Sam and new dad Brian are overjoyed and thrilled that he has finally arrived. Sam and sister Penny, who are partners in ‘She Brews It’ are regulars at […]
Arcadia Pony Club success at Zone 23 Showriding Championships
A large contingent of riders from Arcadia Pony Club attended the Zone 23 Showriding Championships hosted by Forest Hills Pony Club on Sunday 29th April. Zone 23 competitors includes riders from Arcadia, Avondale, Dural, and of course Forest Hills. With a fresh start to the day and black clouds looming, competitors were a little concerned […]
Galston Equestrian Club – definitely something for everyone!
GEC held our second Horsemanship Practice Day for 2018 on Tuesday 17h April. The day was well attended and members and visitors had an opportunity to have some fun with their horses. The planned activities included horses squeezing through, over and around obstacles while ‘online’ or ‘in hand’. Members had the opportunity to develop their […]
Learning, Enjoying and Growing Together
Small schools are fabulous, unique learning environments. Every student is known and appreciated and opportunities for social and emotional growth, relationship building, with high expectations both in and out of the classroom abound. The Small School’s Learning Alliance – Annangrove Public School, Arcadia Public School, Hillside Public School and Middle Dural Public School are excited […]