Galston CWA
As the Summer days leave us and we move into Autumn, the ladies at Galston CWA are putting their energy into creating products to sell and donate as part of their Fund Raising activities. From baked goods; jams and pickles to knitted and sewn items, they are happy to give of their time and talent […]
Hills Hawks Football Club
As this particular scribe ‘hangs up their pen’ after four years working with the mighty Hills Hawks Football Club (Go Hawkies), thoughts go back to the wonderful group of people that devote their time to make this club – and indeed all community sports clubs – run smoothly year after year. They exist behind the […]
Rural Roundup
HORNSBY COUNCILLOR WARREN WADDELL It was once again a privilege to represent Hornsby Shire Council at Remembrance Day services at both Galston and Glenorie. It was a pleasure to attend the morning service at the recently restored Galston cenotaph. The service was performed by Bill Rosier of the Hills RSL sub-branch and supported by volunteers […]
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year From The GCN Team!
It has been my pleasure to have worked as the Editor of the Galston, Glenorie and Hills Rural Magazine for the past eight months. As one of the last remaining “Print” publications in the area, it is a blessing that we have not gone the way of so many other local newspapers – ie digital […]
Galston District Garden Club
I would like to thank the garden owners, volunteers and the public for making the recent Open Gardens weekend such a success. I have been in my garden and have noticed how dry everything is, especially the soil. During this dry weather, it can be difficult to make sure plants get the water they […]
Kindergarten 2024 at Galston PS
Kindergarten Orientation days are looming for 2024 and we cannot wait to welcome our newest learners! If you or anyone you know has children who will be enrolling in Kindergarten in 2024, we are now accepting enrolment inquiries, applications and completed enrolment forms. Our 2024 intake is currently sitting at around 20 students, which is […]
Bridging School To Trade: Galston High Works With Dural Men’s Shed
In Term 3 and 4, Galston High School joined with Dural Men’s Shed to roll out a program aimed at Year 9 boys, particularly those considering trade apprenticeships post school. This partnership, a first of its kind in the local area, has been welcomed by both the school community and the volunteers at Dural Men’s […]
Galston Swim Club to Dive Back in
As the community eagerly awaits the imminent opening of Galston Aquatic Centre, the beautifully cottonballed “Galston Swimming Club” is starting to stir. The club was put into hibernation whilst the pool was redone but will soon be ready for its grand awakening. The club remains in a strong financial position with plenty of equipment but […]
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is on Saturday, 11th November. On this day, we pay respect and pause for one minute to remember the service and sacrifice of our veterans and current serving personnel. Originally known as Armistice Day, Remembrance Day marks the signing of the peace agreement between Germany and the Allies that ended the Great War […]
Creativity Abounds Arcadian Artists Trail 2023
At Arcadian Artists Trail, Where do artists get their inspiration and what drives them to create? A sneak peek into the lives of over 35 Artists will be available 11 & 12 November when 6 rural studios open their doors and display the talents of many wonderful artisans. All are remarkable individuals whose enthusiasm and […]
