James Wallace State Member for Hornsby
As the new State Member for Hornsby I was honoured to give my inaugural speech in Parliament. The speech explored the unique history of the Hornsby Shire. My family first moved to the Hornsby Shire around 1906, which was the year the Shire was founded and was home to just 5,000 people. Hornsby’s residents at the time […]
Jane Seaglove: New Off-leash Dog Park
Hello Residents, Tackling Stormwater For years, parts of Galston, particularly Glen Street, The Knoll, Gardiner Road and The Glade have struggled with stormwater, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall. At a recent community gathering, these issues were discussed. Council presented a way forward, including the upgrading of drainage systems and the clearing of blocked stormwater […]
Hornsby Greens Berowra Campaign
Hornsby Greens Berowra Campaign: Proposed Policy Foci Immediate Cost of Living Crisis Measures • Regulate the banks, including the Reserve Bank: bring down mortgage rates • Universal healthcare: GP for free, dental & mental health into Medicare • Fix the housing crisis: support renters and first home buyers • Defend workers’ rights: lift wages • […]
Apply Now for the Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarship
Mark Hodges| MEMBER FOR CASTLE HILL Local students with a passion for history are encouraged to apply for the 2025 Premier’s Anzac Memorial Scholarship, with applications now open. This incredible opportunity allows Year 10 and 11 History students to embark on a fully funded study tour to South Korea and Singapore, where they will explore sites […]
Rural Roundup: Jane Seaglove Hornsby Councilor
Jane Seaglove Hornsby Councilor, I hope everyone had a chance to enjoy some down time with family and friends over the holiday season. Already as we begin 2025 Council staff have been busy dealing with unforeseen challenges. Storm events throughout the Shire created a substantial volume of service requests for the Council team and local emergency […]
Getting Our Rural Fire Service the Resources They Deserve
As summer progresses, we’re reminded of the vital role our Rural Fire Service volunteers play in protecting our community from bushfires. The Hillside Rural Fire Service in Glenorie is at the forefront of this effort and comprises of dedicated locals committed to keeping us safe. The 2019-2020 bushfire season reminded us of how destructive and […]
Honour The Heart Of Our Community: Nominate A Senior For The 2025 Local Achievement Awards
Residents of the Castle Hill electorate are encouraged to nominate outstanding seniors in their community, as nominations for the 2025 NSW Seniors Festival Local Achievement Awards are now open. The 2025 NSW Seniors Festival and the Local Achievement Awards provide a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the invaluable contributions seniors make to their communities. If you […]
James Wallace – Hornsby MP
I would like to give a huge shout out to our wonderful Hornsby SES volunteers. In response to the recent electrical storms and powerful winds, Hornsby SES received over 400 requests for assistance. Supported by local RFS brigades, SES teams were operational day and night, in difficult conditions, as they worked through tasks as quickly […]
Rising Costs, Struggling Families: Why the Government Must Act Now
I am acutely aware of the pressures so many in our community face due to the increased cost of living. In November, I moved a motion in Parliament regarding these pressures, which continue to grow across our state. The Government’s failure to address rising cost-of-living pressures has sparked growing frustration, with 41% of Australians struggling […]
Jane Seaglove – Hornsby Councillor
Jane Seaglove, I am truly humbled and consider it a great privilege to be elected to represent A ward in Hornsby Shire. As a long-term resident of Dural, I am keen to keep the residents of the rural area up to date with current issues. Mayor Warren Waddell and the full Council team have now […]
