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Volunteer Information Day 2025

Netherby Homestead Volunteer Needed

Tuesday 8th April 10 am-12 pm Are you interested in volunteering? Come and see what it is like to be a volunteer amongst the beautiful surrounds of Netherby Homestead and historical precinct of Fagan Park. Enjoy a complimentary morning tea as you listen to some of our volunteers talk about what they do. From gardening, […]

Man Arrested After Mans Body Discovered at Glenorie

Man Charged Following Fatal Boat Crash in Wilberforce, Hit by Ute, Armed Robberies, Displaying Nazi

A Man Arrested after a man’s body was discovered on a property at Glenorie about midday on Friday 14th March 2025. Strike Force Halderen was established by The Hills Police Area Command and the State Crime Command’s Homicide Squad, to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a 39-year-old man, whose body was found on […]

Powerhouse Volunteers Collection Conversations

Powerhouse Volunteers Collection Conversations

The Powerhouse Volunteers’ Collection Conversation series is a public program where knowledgeable volunteers share engaging presentations inspired by objects from the Powerhouse Museum’s collection. Held regularly in various locations, these sessions offer audiences a chance to explore history, innovation, and everyday life through storytelling and discussion. Each session is unique, shaped by the volunteers’ personal […]

Soroptimist International of The Hills

Soroptimist International of The Hills, domestic violence

Long time member of the Soroptimist International of the Hills, Jenny McGlashan has taken over the reins as President. Jenny takes over from Cathy Tracey and it will be her second time in the role. Soroptimist International of The Hills is a part of a global movement started over 100 years ago that advocates to improve […]

Hawkesbury Local’s 12-hour Walk for Road Safety

Hawkesbury Local’s 12-hour Walk for Road Safety

Hawkesbury local Troy Scribberas walked for 12 hours to raise awareness for road safety and remember those deeply affected by road trauma on Sunday, 30 March 2025. Troy’s memorial walk is part of Hannah’s Blue Butterflies Road Safety Awareness Walk, and every step aims to highlight the importance of responsible driving practices and safe travel […]

Fuel Prices Week Ending 28 March 2025

Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending

Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 28 March 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price  Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 189.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 189.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 195.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]

Celebrate Youth Week in Hornsby Shire with Free Events for Ages 12-24

Celebrate Youth Week in Hornsby Shire with Free Events for Ages 12-24

Hornsby Shire Council has an exciting program of free events in store for NSW Youth Week 2025. Celebrating this year’s theme, ‘We are the future, and the future is now!’, there is something for everyone with a chance for young people to learn something new, have fun, and showcase their talents. The events kick off […]

Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade: Australia Day Celebrations

Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade: Australia Day Celebrations

We would like to say thank you to five of our Glenorie Rural Fire Brigade members Di, Elizabeth, Catherine, Michele and Don who attended the Australia Day event at Bella Vista Farm, organised by The Hills Shire Council. Our team volunteered their time, in the true Aussie way, connecting with the community with fun-filled activities; […]

At 102 Jack Weller is Centre Stage

Jack Weller 102-Year-Old Hills Bowling Club Member

By Bev Jordan The Hills Bowling Club at Baulkham Hills threw a special birthday lunch for their oldest member who was joined by the club’s other Life Members on Wednesday, March 12th, Club President Ken Carroll congratulated Jack on his amazing milestone and was joined by Castle Hill State MP Mark Hodges, who presented Jack with a […]

Trees for Weeds Programme – 2025

Trees For Weeds Programme – Free Local Native Plants

By Barry Lees Landcare has been running this programme for several years now. Our generous donor is so pleased by what we have achieved that he has donated yet again!  We are able to offer free local native plants to landowners in the rural area of Hornsby Shire, and those in the Hills Shire reasonably […]