Dural Scouts Summer Hike
During the Summer holidays some of the 1st Dural intrepid Scouts and Venturers undertook a series of hikes along the coast. In two separate Adventurous Journeys, they covered the areas of Shoal Bay, Fingal Bay, and the area between Murray’s Beach and Stockton Beach. Although they were met with high temperatures over both journeys, they faced […]
Rotary Club Of Kenthurst
Burns Night A fabulous night of fun, frivolity and friendship was had on Friday 2nd February at our Burns Night celebrating the life and poetry of Robbie Burns. 40 people enjoyed all things Scottish, including Haggis, Bagpipes and Highland Dancing. Sepik Dental Clinic update External walls are up on the Sepik Dental Clinic in PNG. […]
History of Galston’s beloved Pool
On Saturday 3rd February 2024 the Galston Aquatic Centre was reopened after a major refurbishment. The Galston Aquatic Centre is a highly valued asset for the rural community and it has been since it was first opened nearly 55 years ago, on Saturday, 11th October 1969. Back then, delivery of the pool was described at […]
Inside/Out: Maide and Chris Welch Exhibition to Open 5 March
Art enthusiasts are invited to enjoy an exciting local exhibition presented by Hornsby Shire Council, with the winner of the 2022 Wallarobba Outstanding Local Artist Award set to unveil an impressive collection of her works next month at Wallarobba Arts and Cultural Centre, Hornsby. Maide Welch won the 2022 Wallarobba Outstanding Local Artist Award and […]
Nominate your Westfield Local Heroes!
With nominations open until 18 March, the Westfield Local Heroes program celebrates the community’s positive role models by shining a spotlight on them and their cause. Offering $20,000 and $5,000 grants, totalling $1.26 million annually, to provide vital support to community organisations and the work they do. Westfield Local Hero alumni have continued to benefit […]
Computer Pals for Seniors Open Day
Computer Pals – The Hills Inc is a not-for-profit community organisation run entirely by volunteers. We have many knowledgeable members teaching a broad range of subjects, and a Help Desk where members can seek solutions to their computer and technology issues. Our next Seniors Open Day is on Tuesday 19th March 2024, 10am to 3pm. […]
Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook
Our enthusiastic members have been busy with many community projects. In November and December our Club ran their Trees of Joy in Cherrybrook and Westleigh Shopping Centres providing some 1,500 presents to children. Our members also donated non-perishable food for Hands & Feet, a charity providing food to the underprivileged, at the Cherrybrook Uniting Church. […]
Community Invited To Help Shape Council’s Vision For A Socially Sustainable Hornsby Shire
Hornsby Shire Council is calling on people of all ages who live in, work in or visit Hornsby Shire to help build a Plan for a socially sustainable Shire by sharing what they feel are the important issues facing the community today and in the future. With the community’s input, Council is developing a ten-year […]
Kenthurst Combined Probus Club
Kenthurst Probus Club meeting on Monday 19th February to hear an address by Linton Bradford on the topic: “Keeping the Lights On”. Linton outlined the need of Australians for electric power, which is increasing exponentially with rising population numbers and expansion in uses for electricity. He explained how present needs are met by coal-fired generators, […]
Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants up to $1,000
Woolworths, in partnership with Landcare Australia, is offering over a million dollars in grants to schools and early learning centres for more Aussie kids to get involved in outdoor learning projects. Schools across Hills District are encouraged to apply for the latest round of grants. The Woolworths Junior Landcare Grants support projects with a focus […]
