Do you Want to Make Walking More Enjoyable?
Join a local club The Wanderers, as we are affectionately known, is a Bushwalking Club that was founded by an enthusiastic group of outdoor lovers in the Hills area and is approaching its 50th anniversary. With over 100 members, the Wanderers possess a special camaraderie and we are always on the lookout to welcome new […]
Hornsby Shire Council wins NSW Sustainable Cities Award
Hornsby Shire Council has been named the NSW Overall Sustainable Cities Winner for 2025 at the Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Sustainable Cities Awards. This recognition highlights the Council’s leadership and commitment to sustainability. The awards ceremony took place on November 6 at Sydney Zoo, celebrating urban sustainability efforts across greater Sydney. “Hornsby’s passion and innovation placed […]
Kenthurst Probus Club Welcomes Guests to Hear Talk on Military Aircraft History
Kenthurst Probus members have been keeping busy with a variety of retirement activities throughout September and October, embracing everything from local history to art and cinema. Highlights included a visit to Balcombe Heights Museum for a morning tea talk by Pam Trimmer of the Hills District Historical Society, a scenic bus tour to the Ku-ring-gai […]
Cherrybrook Probus Ponderings – A Taste Of Tranquility
Recently members of the Combined Probus Club of Cherrybrook enjoyed a wonderful day trip to the Nan Tien Temple, Wollongong. The day was a mix of tai chi, fascinating information, outstanding buildings and tranquil and beautifully maintained gardens. Closer to home we experienced an excellent guided tour of Cockatoo Island, the uplifting ‘Here You Come […]
Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook
Members of the Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook were out in force at the annual Australian National Busking Championships at The Entrance on 28th September, helping ensure the event ran smoothly. Hosted in partnership with the Rotary Clubs of Erina and The Entrance, the championships showcased musicians of all ages and genres, who were judged both […]
Latest Fuel Prices: Unleaded, Premium, Diesel
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 31 October 2025 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 169.90 OTR Rouse Hill 43 Panmure St, Rouse Hill NSW 2155 163.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 173.90 BP Thornleigh […]
New Reconciliation Action Plan Launched by Hawkesbury
Hawkesbury City Council Launches Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2026 – 2028 Hawkesbury City Council has launched its first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) for 2026 – 2028, showcasing its commitment to enhancing relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Hawkesbury Local Government Area (LGA). Officially endorsed on 14 October, the RAP is available for […]
Kenthurst Rotary Raises Funds and Awareness for Mental Health and Polio Eradication
Members of the Kenthurst Rotary Club have been busy fundraising and spreading awareness for two important causes – mental health and the eradication of polio worldwide. This month, Rotarians donned their most creative and colourful headwear for “Hat Day”, part of Australian Rotary Health’s Lift the Lid on Mental Illness campaign. The event raised much-needed […]
25 Local Projects Supported By Council’s New Grants Policy
Council’s new grants policy has backed 25 projects across The Hills, including a New Year’s Eve event for the whole community at Rouse Hill Town Centre. Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne said she was pleased with the range of projects this round of grant funding could support. “Over $158,000 has been awarded […]
Celebrate Connection and Culture at Hornsby’s ‘Friends, Food and Fun’ Community Event
Hornsby Shire residents are being invited to come together for a lively morning of music, culture and connection, with this year’s Fun, Food and Friends event set to shine a spotlight on Social Inclusion as part of Social Inclusion Week and the expanded Hello Hornsby program. Taking place at Hornsby RSL on Sunday 16 November […]