Diwali Celebrations with Sydney Community Group
The Sydney Community Group (SCG), established in 2020, is a philanthropic organisation in Sydney, Australia, dedicated to improving the well-being and unity of the city’s diverse communities. Focused on addressing the challenges faced by the homeless, SCG provides comprehensive services such as food banks, clothing distribution, shelter, and educational programs. Their inclusive approach extends across […]
Meet the Author – Hurry Book Now
Award-winning comedian and author Benjamin Stevenson is stopping into the Pioneer Theatre to discuss his latest novel, Everyone On This Train Is A Suspect. Benjamin’s latest book follows from his international bestseller, Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone, which captivated readers worldwide. His first novel, Greenlight, was shortlisted for the Ned Kelly Award for Best Debut Crime […]
Why Is Hearing In Noise So Difficult?
When we gather with friends and family around the dinner table, at a BBQ or at the local pub for a meal and a catch-up. In those situations, many people experience they have difficulties following the conversation as everything seems to get ‘muddled up’. Why is this and what can be done? If one struggles […]
Bushfire Readiness Events
On 26 November 2023, Julian Leeser MP will be hosting bushfire readiness events in Dural and Asquith. The Asquith event will be held at Asquith Boys High School from 2 pm-4 pm. It’s estimated that between 60-75% of the Berowra electorate has never experienced a significant bushfire event and may be completely unprepared. The event will […]
Live In Dignity
Founded in 1984 by Rej Punchayil and formerly known as Comfort Discovered, Karis Life is still providing the same quality services gleaned from decades of industry knowledge and experience in the Assistive Independence World. The new company name is derived from the Greek word, ‘Charis’ meaning ‘goodwill, loving kindness, favour and grace’, summing up the […]
Cherrybrook Probus Ponderings – Exploring All Points
Last month brought varied activities for members of the Combined Probus Club of Cherrybrook. Our October Meeting welcomed Guest Speaker, Annette Madjarian who discussed her life journey and in particular her time as a journalist. Garden lovers enjoyed a beautiful experience at Boongala Gardens at Kenthurst with owner Mal sharing lovely rainforest walks and exquisite […]
The Probus Club Of The Hills Inc
Our senior walk this month was in Parramatta where we visited the Wisteria Gardens in the Mental Hospital grounds. The gardens were spectacular as usual with vibrant colours. Morning tea followed. A total of 41 boarded the coach for our latest mystery trip which ended up at Avoca Beach. It was here we enjoyed our […]
Combined Probus Club Of Kenthurst
Combined Probus Club: A bunch of our Members enjoyed a four day bus excursion to Canberra in September, taking in a lot of the sights including the Floriade Exhibition, the War Memorial and the radio astronomy site. Closer to home, in early October a smaller group made its way to Ebenezer, to visit the oldest […]
Rotary Club of West Pennant Hills and Cherrybrook
Rotary Club Activities: Two students from our sister club in Coonabarabran attended ‘The Science Experience’, a program where ‘science meets fun’ at Macquarie University held 4th-6th October. It was a wonderful experience for the students, who did experiments, attended site visits and heard about careers in science, technology and engineering. The visitors were hosted by […]
Rotary Club Of Kenthurst
Our Rotary Club has been busy as usual! Christine Owen our District Governor, attended our meeting on 25th September, giving a presentation of this year’s global and district visions. We also welcomed Oosha from Adambakkam Rotary Club in India. Oosha presented us with a flag, and we responded with a Polo Shirt. Great to have […]