ANZAC Jawan Remembrance Day Honors Indian-Origin Soldiers
As dusk settled over the Cherrybrook Community and Cultural Centre, a quiet stillness took hold around the ANZAC Jawan Cenotaph. What followed was a moving gathering that blended solemn reflection with a strong sense of community pride. Now in its eighth year, the ANZAC Jawan Remembrance Day ceremony once again honoured the Indian-origin Anzacs who […]
Kenthurst Probus Club’s Lively Probus Month Event
Kenthurst Combined Probus Club marked Probus Month with a relaxed brunch at Vanilla Cream on 27 October, bringing members together for good food, conversation and plenty of camaraderie. The celebration set the tone for the club’s final meeting of the year on 17 November, where members welcomed guest speaker Graeme Sims. His talk, intriguingly titled […]
Planning Proposal – Derriwong Road and Old Northern Road, Dural – Approved
By Diana Paton The Planning proposal to rezone land at 21 & 27 Derriwong Road, 614, 618 & 626 Old Northern Road, Dural was approved by NSW Planning Gateway on 31st October 2025. This rezoning will now allow the proposed development of low density housing to progress to public exhibition. Locals may recall this site was […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 5 December 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 5 December 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 167.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 163.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 169.90 BP Thornleigh […]
Bella Vista Farm Last Open Day
This year, the Friends’ Open Day at Bella Vista Farm will run in conjunction with the Mayor’s Children’s Christmas Party on Sunday, 7th December, from 9 am to 2 pm. The event is open to all – registrations are not required. There will be so many activities taking place in and around the Heritage Area near the […]
Christmas Tree nitiative by The Hills-Kellyville Rotary
The Rotary Club of The Hills–Kellyville is once again bringing a touch of tradition — and generosity — to the community this Christmas, offering families the chance to take home a fresh, real Christmas tree while supporting vital local and international projects. Across two December weekends — 6–7 December and 13–14 December — locals can […]
Cheapest Fuel Prices For Week Ending 28 Nobember 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 28 November 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 183.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 175.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 185.90 BP Thornleigh […]
Arcadian Quilting Workshop Inspired by Aboriginal Dreamtime Art
Arcadian Quilting is getting back into full swing, with members returning to their vibrant schedule of stitching, socialising and community support. The group’s recent quilting workshop, inspired by Aboriginal Dreamtime artwork, has been a standout project—one that perfectly reflects the creativity and generosity at the heart of this long-running craft community. The workshop focused on […]
Hornsby Libraries Kick Off ‘Big Summer Read’ Challenge with Prizes Up for Grabs
By Diana Paton Hornsby Shire Council is tackling the ‘summer slide’ by inviting children and young adults aged 0 to 18 to participate in the “Big Summer Read” challenge throughout the upcoming school holidays. The initiative, supported by the NSW Public Libraries Association, offers enticing incentives and major prizes to encourage reading for pleasure. Registration […]
Bumper Australia Day Lineup Confirmed for The Hills Shire
By Diana Paton The Hills Shire Council has locked in a bumper program for its 2026 Australia Day celebrations on January 26, confirming two major family-friendly events will mark the national holiday. The celebrations are set to commence with the popular Waves Pool Party at the Waves Fitness and Aquatic Centre in Baulkham Hills. Running from 10am […]