Bromeliad Society Welcomes Visitors
The Bromeliad Society of Australia Inc will hold their next meeting at the Federation Pavilion, Castle Hill Showground on Saturday, 8th February with plant sales to the public commencing at 10am and the meeting commencing at 12noon. Guest Speaker for this meeting is David Chandler, a volunteer for the Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney. The particular garden tour […]
New Waterplay and Ninja Warrior Course Unveiled at Brickpit Park
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to launch a newly upgraded playground at the popular Brickpit Park in Thornleigh, featuring Council’s first junior ninja warrior course, a junior waterplay area, and more. Just in time for the school holidays, this revamped facility will be a fresh, fun playground for the community. The playground, now elevated to […]
Fuel Prices Week Ending 31 January 2025
Where to Buy the Cheapest Fuel Prices Week Ending 31 January 2024 Fuel Type: Unleaded 91 Petrol Station Name Address Fuel,Price Shell Kenthurst 86 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 181.90 Ampol Kenthurst 137 Kenthurst Rd, Kenthurst NSW 2156 185.90 Ampol Foodary Dural 917-923 Old Northern Rd, Dural NSW 2158 215.90 BP Thornleigh Pennant Hills Rd […]
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Hills Lunar Festival
Castle Hill will come alive with the vibrant beats of drums, traditional Chinese dancing, and delicious Asian eats for Hills Lunar Festival on Saturday 8 February 2025. Arthur Whitling Park will once again host thousands of residents and visitors to celebrate the Year of the Snake with a seven-hour feast of the senses. Guests can […]
Westleigh Park Project Reaches Significant Milestone as Development Application Approved
Hornsby Shire Council’s commitment to a major new sport and recreation space in Sydney’s northern region reached a significant milestone yesterday when the independent Sydney North Planning Panel approved a Development Application (DA) for its major park project at Westleigh. The DA followed the June 2023 adoption of the Master Plan for Westleigh Park. The […]
NSW Government to Kick off New Year With $450,000 in Local Infrastructure Grants Opening to Castle Hill Electorate Applicants.
The next round of the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership Program will be open for applications on 28 January 2025, offering $450,000 in local grants for projects within the Castle Hill Electorate. This program invests in local infrastructure projects that deliver positive social, environmental, and recreational outcomes while fostering community participation, inclusion, and cohesion. Since […]
Local Community Intergeneration Program
by Rachelle Scott (Lead Early Childhood Educator) & Amelia Trippas (Project Officer) Many of us would have seen the ABC TV show ‘Old Peoples Home for 4 Year Olds’ – a social experiment to highlight the importance of taking active measures to prevent frailty and reduce the risk of dementia. Research shows that attacking several […]
Bushcare Meets Baby Care: Hornsby Shire Council Launches Unique Bushcare Group for New Parents
New parents in Hornsby Shire have a fresh opportunity to connect with nature, build friendships, and get some well-deserved “me-time” with Hornsby Shire Council’s innovative new initiative: the New-Bub Bushcare group. Launched in November 2024 with 15 mums and dads, the unique program is designed to combat the social isolation and feelings of being overwhelmed that many […]
2025 Hawkesbury Australia Day Award Winners
The Hawkesbury community gathered to recognise the exceptional contributions of its citizens at the 2025 Australia Day Awards. Sarah Cassim was honoured as Citizen of the Year for her significant impact on the local business landscape and her unwavering commitment to supporting women in business through Hawkesbury Women in Business. The group, now boasting over […]
Hawkesbury’s Citizenship Ceremony Welcomes 32 New Citizens
Hawkesbury City Council held a heartfelt Australia Day citizenship ceremony, welcoming 32 new citizens, including six families, from diverse corners of the globe. This year, the newly minted citizens hail from nine different countries: Germany, India, Kenya, South Africa, Thailand, The Philippines, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and Zimbabwe. Their stories add to the rich tapestry […]