Local Heritage Assistance Funding Available for Hawkesbury Residents
Hawkesbury City Council recognizes the importance of both its Aboriginal and colonial heritage, highlighting the unique charm of the region. To foster a positive attitude toward heritage conservation and restoration, the Council offers an annual Local Heritage Assistance Fund, supported by Heritage NSW. The focus for the 2024/2025 funding round is on providing financial assistance […]
Home Safety this Summer
Reflecting on the catastrophic bushfires in California recently, it reminded me that we are in the middle of our peak bushfire season in NSW which is still in force until March. So it’s a good time to take a look at own backyards and see what is combustible and needs clearing out. One of the […]
A Heartfelt Call to Action: Protecting Our Hearts and Minds Together This REDFEB
As REDFEB, Heart Awareness Month, approaches this February, Heart Research Australia is urging all Australians to take action to safeguard both their heart and brain health. This year, we’re highlighting the crucial link between cardiovascular health and cognitive function, sharing simple strategies to support both. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Australia. […]
Bromeliad Society Welcomes Visitors
The Bromeliad Society of Australia Inc will hold their next meeting at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground on Saturday, 8th February with plant sales to the public commencing at 10am and the meeting commencing at 12noon. Guest Speaker for this meeting is David Chandler, a volunteer for the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney. The particular garden tour […]
New Waterplay and Ninja Warrior Course Unveiled at Brickpit Park
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to launch a newly upgraded playground at the popular Brickpit Park in Thornleigh, featuring Council’s first junior ninja warrior course, a junior waterplay area, and more. Just in time for the school holidays, this revamped facility will be a fresh, fun playground for the community. The playground, now elevated to […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 31 January 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 31 January 2024 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 181.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 185.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 215.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Hills Lunar Festival
Castle Hill will come alive with the vibrant beats of drums, traditional Chinese dancing, and delicious Asian eats for Hills Lunar Festival on Saturday 8 February 2025. Arthur Whitling Park will once again host thousands of residents and visitors to celebrate the Year of the Snake with a seven-hour feast of the senses. Guests can […]
Westleigh Park Project Reaches Significant Milestone as Development Application Approved
Hornsby Shire Council’s commitment to a major new sport and recreation space in Sydney’s northern region reached a significant milestone yesterday when the independent Sydney North Planning Panel approved a Development Application (DA) for its major park project at Westleigh. The DA followed the June 2023 adoption of the Master Plan for Westleigh Park. The […]
NSW Government to Kick off New Year With $450,000 in Local Infrastructure Grants Opening to Castle Hill Electorate Applicants.
The next round of the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership Program will be open for applications on 28 January 2025, offering $450,000 in local grants for projects within the Castle Hill Electorate. This program invests in local infrastructure projects that deliver positive social, environmental, and recreational outcomes while fostering community participation, inclusion, and cohesion. Since […]
Local Community Intergeneration Program
by Rachelle Scott (Lead Early Childhood Educator) & Amelia Trippas (Project Officer) Many of us would have seen the ABC TV show ‘Old Peoples Home for 4 Year Olds’ – a social experiment to highlight the importance of taking active measures to prevent frailty and reduce the risk of dementia. Research shows that attacking several […]
