Toddler and Mum Airlifted After Near Drowning – Wiseman’s Ferry
At just after 2pm on Saturday 23 December, the Mounties Care CareFlight Helicopter was tasked by NSW Ambulance after a young toddler was pulled from the water while swimming in Wiseman’s Ferry, NSW. CareFlight’s specialist doctor and NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the toddler. The patient was then airlifted along with her mum to the Children’s Hospital at Westmead […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 22nd December 2023
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 22nd December 2023 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 181.90 Ampol Woolworths Cherrybrook 67 Shepherds Dr, Cherrybrook NSW 2126 216.90 Ampol Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, DURAL NSW 2158 216.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
Remembering A Local Flood Hero
WILLIE PORTER, BRONZE MEDAL. HE RESCUED A FRIEND FROM DROWNING IN THE FLOOD WATERS BETWEEN GALSTON AND MIDDLE DURAL, THEIR BUGGY HAVING BEEN CARRIED AWAY. The recent floods brought back the story of Willie Porter from Old Northern Road, Middle Dural who was awarded a medal for bravery in 1927. After a period of heavy rain Willie […]
Thomas James Bridge Update
BY KARLENE BRUMMER Work is well and truly underway to repair the historic 1830’s Thomas James Bridge, and surrounding landscape on Settlers Road, Wisemans Ferry. The area around the site of the bridge, which is the oldest ‘in use’ bridge on mainland Australia, was badly compromised by the recent flooding, resulting in major landslip of the […]
Ev Charging Towards Zero Emissions and Environmental Sustainability
Reducing carbon emissions is a difficult challenge in the Hornsby Shire, particularly in outer urban and rural areas where residents are dependent on private vehicles for daily commutes, due to limited public transport options. Dependence on fuel engine vehicles means increased carbon emissions thereby hindering targets for environmental sustainability. Since implementation of the Hornsby Shire […]
Prepare Your Home Now
A well-prepared home is more likely to survive a bush fire. Every home should have a bush fire survival plan. Follow the QR code to download yours today. Even if your plan is to leave early, the more you prepare your home, the more likely it will survive a bush fire or ember attack. A […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 15th December 2023
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 15th December 2023 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 181.90 Ampol Woolworths Cherrybrook 67 Shepherds Dr, Cherrybrook NSW 2126 219.90 Ampol Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, DURAL NSW 2158 219.90 EG Ampol Dural 532 Old […]
Reflecting On The Past Year And The Year To Come
Every year has its challenges, and 2023 has been no exception. Families, households and businesses across Berowra have all experienced financial pressure. Thirteen successive interest rate increases, and wages not keeping up with prices have put most households under pressure. Young and old are experiencing the financial vice – with interest rates and rents going […]
Rural Roundup News Update
Clr Warren Waddell It was once again a privilege to represent Hornsby Shire Council at Remembrance Day services at both Galston and Glenorie. It was a pleasure to attend the morning service at the recently restored Galston cenotaph. The service was performed by Bill Rosier of the Hills RSL sub-branch and supported by volunteers from […]
Give Ticks The Flick!!!
BY KARLENE BRUMMER This would have to be the worst tick season I have experienced in over a decade. With two trips to the Vets, and a close brush with death for one of my beloved cats, I am doing everything possible to prevent any further infestations. All my cats have Seresto collars, which usually […]
