Hills Shire Councillors Elect New Deputy Mayor
Councillor Frank De Masi was elected Deputy Mayor of The Hills Shire by his fellow Councillors during the October 8 Ordinary Meeting of Council. Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne, congratulated Councillor De Masi on his new position, saying it was well deserved after serving two previous terms on Council. “Clr De Masi […]
Design to Commence on Woodbury Reserve Skate Park
A skate park is on the way to Woodbury Reserve, and the Hawkesbury City Council wants the community to ‘Have Your Say’ on the design. CONVIC, a skate park and youth space specialist contractor, has been engaged by the Council to undertake the design and construction of the skate park. A community workshop will be […]
Cherrybrook Probus Ponderings: Travels Across the City and The World
Combined Probus Club Members Enjoy Mauritius Tour In the past month members of the Combined Probus Club of Cherrybrook have enjoyed local and international experiences. We recently welcomed back travellers who enjoyed a fabulous trip to Mauritius which provided cultural interactions, wonderful scenery and well received relaxation. On the home front, an excursion to ANSTO […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 11 October 2024
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 11 October 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 182.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 182.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
NSW Scout State Rally 2024
By Brigitte Zapletal, Dural Venturer Scout In August, I had the great opportunity to go to the Scout State Rally in Cataract Scout Camp, at Appin. Despite the freezing temperatures, our patrol, hilariously nicknamed the Beautiful Bananas, had an amazing time, with some amazing bases and epic night activities. With over 2000 attendees, we made new friends, […]
Explore Nature this Spring with Hornsby Shire Council’s Free Guided Bushwalks
With the spring season now underway, Hornsby Shire Council has unveiled its upcoming schedule of free guided bushwalks, aimed at providing an educational, safe and enjoyable outdoor experience, exclusive for Hornsby Shire residents. This bushwalking program certainly has something for everyone, with a wide range of events planned, some targeted at beginners looking to take […]
Tennis at Beecroft Goes PINK!
Help the Beecroft Lawn Tennis Club to support breast cancer research. The Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation raises funds in support of breast cancer patients, their families and carers. The initiative was established in 1995, by a group of passionate doctors, surgeons and advocates committed to supporting breast cancer patients. The foundation raises much-needed funds in […]
A Statement from Mayor Philip Ruddock
As I approach the end of my second term as Mayor of Hornsby Shire, also marking the end of over 50 years of public service, I reflect on my deep-rooted connection with local government and passion for my beloved Hornsby Shire. Like my Shire President father before me, who I watched preside over Council meetings […]
Getting Comfortable with Ageing in Australia
By Mark Coupar I was recently reading an article in the paper about how as community we need to seriously look at how our society will be reshaped as our population ages. Australians are getting older faster, as the baby boomers start reaching retirement age. Figures indicate that by 2026 over 22% of our population […]
Dural and District Historical Society Inc: News from History Cottage
A group of Society members tour Windsor and Richmond on the 31st of August. Our guide was Stuart Read, Senior Heritage Officer from the NSW Dept of Environment. On this occasion special attention was given to the evidence of Governor Macquarie’s town planning and the remaining early heritage buildings. The group was privileged to be given a […]
