Temporary Road Closure for North Kellyville
By Dr Michelle Byrne – Mayor of the Hills Shire Council Road Closure for upgrade work is progressing as planned at the intersections of Withers Road, Hezlett Road, and Barry Road in North Kellyville. The next phase involves the reconstruction of Withers Road near Barry Road. This work is scheduled to occur during the Christmas school […]
Richmond-based RFS ‘Chinook’ Helicopter Gets an Upgrade
The NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) has been preparing for summer with upgrades to Australia’s largest firefighting helicopter, including increased water-holding capacity and new night-time capabilities. The CH-47 Chinook helicopter can now hold 11,000 litres of water in an internal tank, making it an even better asset in firefighting efforts. With the tank upgrade, the helicopter can […]
Protect our Community: Dispose of Batteries Safely
Household batteries are some of the most useful and everyday items in our homes, but they have serious and harmful impacts if we dispose of them incorrectly, according to Hornsby Shire Council. This includes AA or AAA batteries, button batteries, and lithium batteries, which are particularly dangerous. Fires caused by batteries placed in household bins […]
Arcadia Rural Fire Brigade
Arcadia RFS was delighted to host the NSW State Emergency Services (SES) Minister, Jihad Dib along with the NSW Treasurer, Daniel Mookhey and the NSW RFS Commissioner Rob Rogers at the media event to announce the beginning of the bushfire season (1st October to 31st March). The event included related agency members of National Parks […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 27 December 2024
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 27 December 2024 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 183.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 189.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 193.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
Annual Report Highlights Council’s Commitment to Residents: Maximising Resources and Delivering Outstanding Outcomes
Hornsby Shire Council will this week publish its 2023-2024 Annual Report which outlines its accomplishments, from completing 66 infrastructure projects to repairing 605 metres of local roads, after it was endorsed at its General Meeting on Wednesday, 13th November. The report highlights Council’s commitment to addressing the immediate needs of the community through various projects […]
Hornsby Shire Mayor Wages War on Graffiti
Hornsby Shire Council’s newly elected Mayor, Warren Waddell, has issued a call to arms to Council and the community to tackle the problem of graffiti in the Shire’s town centres, villages and transport routes. In a special Mayoral Minute brought to his first Council meeting as Mayor, Mayor Waddell requested Council prepare a report outlining […]
From the Desk of James Wallace
As your newly elected Member for Hornsby, I, James Wallace, am deeply humbled to have received the trust and support of the community. It is a privilege to represent you. The Hornsby electorate is such a special place. It has a rich history, strong sense of community, great schools, and incredible natural beauty. I will […]
Julian Leeser – Federal Member for Berowra
I recently visited a fantastic organisation in our area, and I’d like to share a little bit about them. Warrah Disability Services is located in Dural, and it is a fantastic not-for-profit service which is dedicated to performing particular services for people with disability. Importantly, Warrah is providing opportunities for people where they may not […]
Catch the Festive Spirit on Busways Christmas Buses!
“Busways is spreading holiday cheer across the Western Sydney with its Christmas buses.” This December, get ready to embrace the holiday spirit as you hop aboard one of Busways’ festive Christmas buses, lovingly decorated by their team, in Western Sydney, including Penrith, Blacktown and the Windsor area! There are 11 festive rides decked out with twinkling […]