Back to Normal … or … Take a Chance on Change?
We very Happy Quilting Friends were finally able to meet as usual, swapping our stories, our ideas for the way forward and reviewing just what we have achieved in spite of the recent setbacks to our usual 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday meetings. Will ‘working from home’ ever apply to us ?? Does ZOOM have […]
Hills Grammar
As the world recognises the important contribution women make to the workforce, Hills Grammar is delighted to recognise the nomination of not one, but two Hills Originals as 2022 NSW Young Woman of the Year. Their nominations are part of the Women NSW awards presented at a breakfast on 9 March. Julie Charlton (Class of […]
Council Celebrates Youth Week This April
Trivia, a digital writing workshop, outdoor cinema, clothes swap event, African drumming, mindfulness, skateboarding and a fun run are just some of the FREE activities happening as part of The Hills Shire’s Youth Week 2022 program. The celebration, which starts on April 4 and continues through to April 14, provides young people aged 12 to […]
2021 High Achievers Recognised
On Wednesday 23rd February, Galston High School invited the 2022 HSC Alumni and their families to acknowledge their achievements at the annual High Achievers ceremony. For many of the school’s current senior students, it served as a reminder of how close they are to their own HSC and an inspiration to see how determination and hard work […]
Activities for Seniors at The Centre
It’s been a great start to the year at The Centre in Dural. The courts have been bustling with sports and activities for all ages, and even a wedding! Known for sports and church, The Centre is also becoming a hub for more senior residents in the area. The café has been popular, particularly the […]
News From History Cottage
On the 15th March, a full bus of eager members set off for the Blue Mountains. The weather was clear and beautiful. The anguish of Sydney morning traffic was quickly forgotten as the hospitality of the Blue Mountains Historical Society made all welcome. Devonshire tea, expert explanations of their museum, and an enthusiastic tour of […]
The Power of Words
By Bev Jordan Friday (March 25th) will be a busy day for Lorna Clayton as the Glenhaven Writers Festival hosts the acclaimed authors and sisters, Jaclyn, Nicola and Liane Moriarty who will be joined on the program by Aunty Di O’Brien, author of Daughter of the River Country. Lorna, who established the Glenhaven Writers’ Festival […]
Baby Ruth Elizabeth
By Julian Leeser (MP) Joanna and I are overjoyed to announce the birth of Ruth Elizabeth Esther Leeser, born on 14 March 2022 at 12.02pm weighing in at 2.89 kg and 51 cm long. Joanna and Ruth are doing well and James is very excited to have a baby sister. I want to thank the […]
Hills Council’s Women of the Year
Five outstanding winners have been named in The Hills Shire International Women’s Day 2022 Awards. Women Of The Year The awards, organised by The Hills Shire Council, celebrate the achievement, success, strength and resilience of women, and the unique and positive contributions they make to supporting the community and include two dedicated local teachers. Hills […]
Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook
By Neville Hansen The Club has a couple of exciting events coming up early this year and has been busy. The Rotary Club has participated in Community Gardening and has been out collecting donations for Flood Relief. The Club would like to thank everyone who donated. On Monday 11th April the Club will be having a Visitor Night. […]