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 […]
Rural Roundup: Jane Seaglove Hornsby Councilor
Jane Seaglove Hornsby Councilor, I hope everyone had a chance to enjoy some down time with family and friends over the holiday season. Already as we begin 2025 Council staff have been busy dealing with unforeseen challenges. Storm events throughout the Shire created a substantial volume of service requests for the Council team and local […]
Pacific Berowra Christian School: Welcome to Our New Principal, Royston Lee
Mr Royston Lee has joined Pacific Berowra Christian School as their new Principal, commencing, January 2025. Royston comes with decades of educational leadership experience in both Singapore and Australia, most recently as the Pacific Group Dean of Teaching. “I would first like to express my heartfelt gratitude for the warm welcome I have received from […]
Northholm Grammar HSC Excellence Ranked 31st in the State
It is with enormous pride that Northholm Grammar announces the outstanding academic achievement of our Year 12 2024 cohort in the HSC results. Northholm Grammar’s rank of 31st in the State’s best performing schools is a testament of our commitment to academic growth, excellence and developing the character of each student. Our Year 12 cohort […]
Dural Bowling Club News
Dural Bowling Club Christmas lunch and the award presentation took place on Saturday December 14th 2024. Most players attended the day and had a wonderful time. The day started with a game of scroungers whereby players are divided up into groups of 4 to a rink. Each rink players plays an individual game against the […]
Woodbury Reserve Skate Park Construction is Ramping Up!
Construction on the Woodbury Reserve Skate Park has officially begun, much to the excitement of families in Glossodia. The project started on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, following the completion of the pump track at Woodbury Reserve in August 2024. This skate park represents the next phase of the Woodbury Reserve upgrade, which is co-funded by the NSW […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 21 February 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 21 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 183.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]