20th Anniversary for Hornsby Relay for Life
By James Wallace, Hornsby MP I was very pleased to support Hornsby Relay for Life’s twentieth successive event at Rofe Park last month. It was once again an overwhelming success as they exceeded their goal of fundraising $110K. The annual event has now raised over $1.8 million for cancer research since it commenced. It is a 24-hour […]
Let’s Talk About Mental Health in The Hills
Mark Hodges | Member of Castle Hill This October, we highlight Mental Health Month, a national initiative encouraging open conversations about mental health and wellbeing. This year’s theme, “Let’s Talk About It,” focuses on starting those important conversations. Mental health touches us all, whether through a friend, family member, or ourselves. Now is the time […]
Local Government Election
Clr Mitchell Blue – The Hills Shire Council, Following on from the September 14th election, I am pleased to announce that I have been re-elected as a North Ward Councillor for the 2024-2028 term of Council. Being given the opportunity to represent your community is an incredible honour and privilege, and one that I don’t […]
Supporting our Local Clubs and Volunteers
One of the best parts of being your local Member of Parliament is getting to know the kids, families and volunteers involved in Berowra’s local sports clubs. While the dedication and passion is evident at every match from the kids on the field to the parents working the canteen, BBQ or running the logistics, the […]
Nominate your Hills hero for the 2025 Australia Day Awards
By Dr Michelle Byrne – Mayor of the Hills Shire Council Do you know an individual or community group in the Hills that goes above and beyond the call of duty and dedicates their time to making a positive contribution in the lives of others without asking anything in return? Then why not nominate them […]
Celebrate Inspiring Women! Submit Your Nomination for the 2025 Castle Hill Woman of the Year
It’s that time of year again when we get to celebrate the incredible women who make our community extraordinary! The Local Woman of the Year Awards are back, and I am thrilled to announce that nominations for 2025 Castle Hill Woman of the Year are now officially open! This annual celebration is all about recognising […]
Julian Leeser – Federal Member for Berowra
Julian Leeser – Our electorate is changing. As you may be aware, the Australian Electoral Commission has finalised the new boundaries for Berowra which means I’ll now be representing Waitara, as well of all of Normanhurst, Asquith and Hornsby, and also Epping and North Epping – areas once represented by former Prime Minister John Howard. Sadly […]
Tania Salitra – Greens for Hornsby
Tania Salitra – As your Councillor, I’ve heard your frustration at being treated like a political football kicked between the two major parties – taken for granted by Liberals, punished by Labor. Residents are angry with the Liberal incompetence that led to the recent rate increases. Handing over Epping to Parramatta Council resulting in a […]
New Mayor Elected for Hornsby Shire Council
The NSW Electoral Commission has officially declared Warren Waddell as the newly elected Mayor of Hornsby Shire. This marks his first term as Mayor, following the 2024 Local Government Election, which was held on Saturday, 14 September 2024. “It is a great honour and a privilege to be chosen to serve my community and to […]
Raising Hope in The Hills: Confronting the Growing Homelessness Crisis
On Saturday, 17th August, I joined The Hills community at the Annual Hills Winter Sleepout—an event raising vital funds and awareness for homelessness in The Hills, and across NSW and Australia. It was an eye-opening experience for many. Homelessness is a growing issue in New South Wales and Australia. Across the country, over 122,000 people […]
