News from History Cottage
The Society started the year with a masterful presentation by Emeritus Professor, Don Napper. His subject, to an audience of ninety, was about the inventor, Nicola Tesla. The technicalities of electricity had many going back to their schooldays science but it all became much clearer for discussion over afternoon tea. On Sunday the 16th March […]
Our Spectacular Colour and Foam Run is Back on Again!
The Colour and Foam Run is back! Join us at 11 AM on April 6th at Galston Recreation Reserve, opposite Galston High School. With assistance from Galston High School, Galston and Glenorie Rural news and Bendigo Bank, we will be running the festival again this year. Plans are afoot to include a slide, water feature […]
Galston Garden Club Next Meeting will be on 12th March 2025
The Galston Garden Club had it’s first meeting for 2025 on the 12th February. Visitors, new members and members were welcomed back with a interesting talk from Mal Johnston from Booongala Native Gardens and Rainforest. Mal outlined the history of Boongala and spoke about the garden with a pictorial. You may be noticing around out […]
Bromeliad Society of Australia: Watering System for Bromeliads
The Bromeliad Society of Australia Inc will hold their next meeting at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground on Saturday, 8th March with plant sales to the public from 10am and the meeting commencing at 12noon. If you missed Bob Sharpley’s presentation on the system he installed for watering his huge bromeliad collection. The good news is […]
Have Your Say on Rickabys Creek Shared Path Bridge Plans
The local council is encouraging community members to ‘Have Your Say’ on the proposed design for a second bridge over Rickabys Creek, situated at Hawkesbury Valley Way. This initiative aims to enhance recreational options for both residents and visitors while promoting active transportation. The planned shared path will create an off-road crossing link designed for […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 28 February 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 28 February 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 179.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 182.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 182.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]
Getting Our Rural Fire Service the Resources They Deserve
As summer progresses, we’re reminded of the vital role our Rural Fire Service volunteers play in protecting our community from bushfires. The Hillside Rural Fire Service in Glenorie is at the forefront of this effort and comprises of dedicated locals committed to keeping us safe. The 2019-2020 bushfire season reminded us of how destructive and […]
Hidden in the Hills: Tree Ferns
By Lachlan Turner The (Lacy) Tree Fern (Cyathea cooperi) is the more spectacular of these two related species – the other being (Rough) Tree Fern (Cyathea australis). Both prefer a moist, high humidity, well drained habitat with adequate protection from sunlight, which will ensure the fern’s longevity as a spectacular feature plant. The Lacy Tree […]
Man Charged for Displaying Nazi Symbol at War Memorial in Castle Hill
A man has been arrested and charged after allegedly displaying Nazi swastika outside at a war memorial in Castle Hill on Monday evening, February 24, 2025. At around 7 p.m., police responded to reports of an individual exhibiting a Nazi symbol at the memorial located on Wrights Road. Upon arrival, officers from the Castle Hill […]
Castle Hill Rotary Club Celebrates 60 Years of Service With A Spectacular Gala
Mark your calendars! On Friday, 7 March 2025, the Castle Hill Rotary Club will host its 60th Anniversary Gala Celebration at Rydges Norwest. This special evening will honour six decades of community impact, fellowship, and Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.” The evening will feature the 10-piece jazz band, ‘The Swing West Jazz Orchestra,’ creating a vibrant […]