Hazard Reduction Burns in the Hawkesbury
Hazard reduction burns are scheduled for mid-April in Hawkesbury and surrounding suburbs and regions. Crews from the NSW Rural Fire Service, the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Fire Rescue NSW are conducting and will conduct hazard reduction burns as weather conditions are forecast to be favourable. The reduction burns are planned across the Greater […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 11 April 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 11 April 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 173.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 176.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 175.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]
The Spirit Lives on ANZAC Day at Netherby, Fagan Park
The Friends of Fagan Park extend an invitation to all to our Open Day on ANZAC Day, 25th April, 10am -3pm. While wandering around the the old Fagan farm and exploring the past, take time to reflect upon all of those who have served Australia in previous conflicts and those who continue to serve today. […]
Aboriginal Rock Engravings in Our Local Area
By Karlene Brummer Hidden (sometimes in plain sight) across our beautiful suburbs are scores of ancient indigenous rock carvings. Many have been mapped across the years, and an informative book by Peter Stanbury and John Clegg: A Field Guide to Aboriginal Rock Engravings (first published by Oxford University press in 1990) contains a fabulous record […]
Locals Spoilt For Choice. Specialty Goods A Bonus
By Diana Paton The opening of the new Harris Farm Market at Round Corner Dural on the 26th February unfortunately coincided with Hills Shire Council doing works on the road outside. This caused a massive traffic jam along Kenthurst Road. Fortunately Harris Farm had employed car park marshalls to try to ease the problem as […]
Its Time! and This is not a Political Statement
The Ray Whitemans Heritage Fence Fund is almost fully funded. We are now selling the last batch of pavers to complete the project. Please consider buying one to recognise your name in the history of the district. Anyone in the district can buy a paver. We have families from far and wide who used to […]
Celebrating our Next Generation of Sporting Champions
As a community, we take immense pride in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our young people. Recently, I had the honour of hosting an awards ceremony recognising the exceptional accomplishments of our Local Sporting Champions and Local Para Champions, who have excelled in their sports at state, national, and international competitions. Our local champions were […]
Celebrate Young People In The Hills During – Youth Week 2025
Young people in The Hills Shire can celebrate Youth Week 2025 with a FREE movie screening, art and technology workshops – all designed to empower, engage, and showcase their talents. Running from April 12–17, this year’s Youth Week theme highlights the strengths of young people aged 12 to 24, recognising their ability to lead, influence, […]
Sunday ANZAC Services April 13
Richmond RSL Sub-branch is inviting veterans, former service personnel and serving personnel not currently in the Richmond RSL Sub-branch to march on Sunday 13th April behind the Richmond RSL Sub-branch banner with branch members. The annual ANZAC Services Sunday march which will take place along West Market, Windsor and East Market Streets to the Richmond War Memorial, […]
Govt Funds Old Windsor/Windsor Road Improvements
The Hills region has secured a major breakthrough in its pursuit of improved infrastructure, with both the Federal Government and the Federal Opposition pledging substantial funding for critical road upgrades. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese revealed a $220 million investment aimed at widening and upgrading Windsor Road at Rouse Hill, in collaboration with the NSW Government. […]