Hawkesbury Council’s Community Sponsorship Program 2026
Hawkesbury residents and organisations have a month to apply for funding from the Council. Round Three of the 2025/26 Community Sponsorship Program is currently accepting applications from May 1, 2026, to May 31, 2026. This gives you four weeks to prepare your application. Three separate funding streams are on offer. The first, Resilient Hawkesbury, is aimed squarely […]
ANZAC Day Service at ANZAC Jawan Cenotaph Unites Community
The Australia India Cenotaph Committee (AICC), a Hindu Council of Australia project, hosted a moving ANZAC Day Service at the ANZAC Jawan Cenotaph in Cherrybrook. Commemorating the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing, the event was delivered in partnership with the Hornsby RSL Sub-Branch to honor the shared sacrifices of Australian and Indian soldiers. Mr. […]
Measles
Measles is a highly contagious air borne virus causing fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and a non itchy rash that starts from the face down. That occurs 7-18 days after exposure. It can also be very serious and cause hospitalisation. Especially for those who are unimmunised and have a weakened immune system. Measles during pregnancy […]
1st Dural Scout Group Celebrate Community Spirit and Adventure
It has been a busy and meaningful Term 1 for the 1st Dural Scout Group, with Scouts, Leaders and Parents coming together for both adventure and community reflection. The group recently returned from their annual Family Camp at Maroota, where Scouts of all ages—from our youngest Joeys to our Venturers—shared a weekend of outdoor fun with their families. Activities included […]
McQuade Park’s 2026 Master Plan for the Windsor Community
McQuade Park has always been a special gathering spot for the Windsor community—a place where the echoes of the past meet the energy of the present. On weekends, the park comes alive with sports, while quieter moments unfold along the serene creek. Now, this beloved setting is gearing up for an exciting transformation, with a […]
Historic ‘Lober House’ in Castle Hill Turns 100
The historic Lober House in Sydney’s northwest, once a private residence and later Australia’s first retirement home, recently celebrated its 100th anniversary. Built in the 1920s by Robert and Eva Dixson, the house was originally called Elwatan— Arabic for ‘home’ or ‘homeland’. Purchased by the Anglican Church in 1958 and opened the following year, it […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 24 April 2026
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 24 April 2026 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 185.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 181.90 Shell Reddy Express Dural 592-596 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 186.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant […]
Celebrating 120 Years of Local Government in The Hills
This month marks a remarkable milestone for our community— 120 years of local government in The Hills. In 1804, the district entered Australia’s colonial history through the Castle Hill convict rebellion, often known as the Vinegar Hill uprising. It all started at the now Heritage Park at Castle Hill. A very interesting story that I […]
ANZAC DAY: Remembering Those Who Served
By Saswati Mukherjee and Lance Zafe Each year, ANZAC Day is observed to honour the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served Australia, including those who gave their lives in the Great War. It is a day when the community comes together to pause, reflect and remember. Whether attending a local service, a […]
Influenza
We are approaching the Influenza season again. In 2025 it stretched from March through to November. There were 410,000 lab documented cases. I had so many sick patients and some hospitalised last year. Influenza – also known as the ‘flu’ – is a highly contagious respiratory illness, which spreads easily through the air or when […]