Johnson Road Community Meeting
Hornsby Shire Councillor Tania Salitra invited Galston community residents to gather at 3 Johnson Road in Galston on Sunday 11th August 2024, to express our community interest inretaining the site for local 24/7 community enjoyment, and to hear about her motion to Council to WITHDRAW their plans to pursue assessing the site for rezoning to […]
Glenorie Bakery’s 30th Birthday
Glenorie Bakery was established by Tazzy Pirina in 1994 at the location where Woolworths now stands. In 2005, Tazzy invited Rob to return and manage the family business in Glenorie. Rob accepted the offer and the bakery was relocated to the shopping village across the road where it remains today. Over the past 30 years, […]
Hornsby Council Candidates
The election on 14 September for the Hornsby Council will feature the following candidates: Olivia Simons, Sallianne McClelland, Clr Monika Ball, Dr Verity Greenwood, and Benjamin Caswell. Olivia Simons Hornsby Shire Council Ward A Greens Candidate Living by the Hawkesbury River, I am in awe of the majestic beauty and cultural significance of Hornsby’s environment. […]
Hornsby Mayoral Candidates
Hornsby Mayoral Candidates for the election on September 14th are Warren Waddell, Nathan Tilbury, Roger Woodward, Clr Tania Salitra and Janelle Mcintosh. Warren Waddell Liberal Candidate for Hornsby Shire Mayor and Hornsby Council Ward A As a fifth-generation resident of Hornsby and a proud second-term Shire Councillor, I have a deep-rooted connection to our community. […]
Hills Mayoral Candidates
Hills residents, mark your calendars for the upcoming Hills Shire Council Elections on Saturday, September 14th. Three candidates are running for Mayor. Keep an eye out for more information on the Hills Mayoral Candidates. Councillor Dr Mila Kasby Mayoral Candidate and candidate for North Ward (Greens) I’ve enjoyed working hard this term as your first […]
2024 Mark Hodges Christmas Card Competition Now Open
Mr Mark Hodges is delighted to invite all primary school students from Years 3-6 across the electorate of Castle Hill to participate in the Mark Hodges’ 2024 Christmas Card Competition. This competition offers students an opportunity to express the joy and spirit of Christmas through their artwork. The winning design, as well as three runners-up, […]
The French Connection
France has been in the news recently with the Olympics held in Paris so I thought – “what connection does our area have with France”? Did I know of one French connection of the Hills District? It is claimed that the first white settler in Castle Hill was a Frenchman, Pierre Lalouette de Vernicourt who […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 30 August 2024
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 30 August 2024 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 201.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 195.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 205.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
Second Hand Market Returns to Hornsby
After the overwhelming success of the inaugural Second Hand Market Hornsby earlier this year, Hornsby Shire Council is excited to bring back this popular event, one of its best ways to boost the local reuse economy, on Sunday, 29 September 2024. The Second Hand Hornsby Market provides residents with an opportunity to declutter some of their pre-loved […]
Local Govt Elections 2024
Hills residents will have the opportunity to vote for a new Mayor at the Hills Shire Council Elections on Saturday, September 14th with three candidates nominating for the top spot. Current Greens Councillor and local vet Dr Mila Kasby has gained the number 1 position on the ticket after the ballot draw on Thursday 15th August. Second […]