Hidden in The Hills – Barks
By Lachlan Turner Everybody knows that trees have bark. There are almost as many variations in bark as there are trees and shrubs. Often a tree gains its name from the description given to its bark. Examples would be: Scribbly Gum (Eucalyptus Haemastoma), (see February’s column), where an insect burrows just under the surface, finding a […]
A Thank You to Our Local Firefighters
by James Wallace MP NSW and Victoria have recently experienced some of the hottest days on record, and Hornsby has not been immune to the impacts of bushfires, including fires burning in the Mount Colah area. Earlier in the year, a fire near Ku-ring-gai Chase Road caused concern after threatening nearby high-voltage powerlines. Thanks to the […]
A legacy of Catholic Education in NSW for 90 Years
For nearly a century, Oakhill College has stood as a defining presence in Catholic education in New South Wales. Established in 1936, the Castle Hill school has grown into the largest Catholic school in the state and forms part of the international network of De La Salle schools. Its growth over 90 years reflects more […]