Rural Roundup News Update
Council News Update: The Hornsby Shire Council delivery and Operational Plan is currently on exhibition. What does this mean? It presents for comment what Council plans to do over the coming years. It covers all aspects of Council’s budget and finances and what we hope to achieve in areas like: Our core business of waste, […]
From The Desk of Matt Kean Member For Hornsby
Recently I was very pleased to be joined by other politicians, from our local area, at all levels of government and together we have called on the NSW government to honour the previous Coalition Government’s commitment to upgrading New Line Road. On behalf of our constituents, we will continue to make strong representations to fix […]
Councillor Mitchell Blue
The council currently has a number of plans and surveys on exhibition. The Hills Shire Plan is Council’s annual plan, setting out its delivery, operational and resourcing strategy for the next twelve months. The plan’s budget is split into 5 pillars: 1. Building a vibrant community and prosperous economy $54.4 million 2. Proactive Leadership $10.3 […]
Melissa Monteiro: Local Woman of the Year
Mark Hodges – Member for Castle Hill I am very pleased to announce the Local Woman of the Year for the Castle Hill Electorate. Melissa Monteiro was born in Mumbai, India and grew up in a working-class suburb. She has a Bachelor and Master’s in social work and in 2000 migrated to Australia with her […]
New Safe Park for Small Pups
Hornsby Shire Council – Dr Verity Greenwood Following strong community support, the Greenway Park off-leash fenced dog park extension is now a reality. Approximately 750m2 in size, this well-designed, safe and separate space for small dogs (under 6kg), puppies (up to 6 months old) and elderly dogs (over 10 years old) has seating in the […]
Matt Kean – NSW Member for Hornsby
Matt Kean MP – I am receiving a lot of correspondence from local residents concerned about the current government’s proposed radical planning changes. After years of promises, Labor have spent their first year in power achieving nothing in housing. Now they are proposing a series of desperate zoning changes across every Liberal seat. Communities should […]
Anzac Day 2024
Julian Leeser | Member for Berowra The original ANZACs forged the Anzac spirit of service and mateship in World War One on the shores of Gallipoli. Since that time, hundreds of thousands of Australians have served our country across dozens of conflicts and peacekeeping missions. On Anzac Day we reflect on the service of veterans, […]
Councillor Mitchell Blue
Council Latest News: Cattai Ridge Road from Boundary Road to Old Northern Road has recently seen over $600,000 spent on asphalt work completed in March. Cattai Ridge Road will also see $800,000 spent on rural length treatment, including guardrails. The Cattai Ridge Road and Halcrows Road intersection upgrade is progressing through the design phase. Council […]
New Animal Hospital Planned
The Hills Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Dural, responds to calls from all around northern Sydney. Individuals, and organisations including WIRES, Sydney Wildlife Rescue, RSPCA, and others, call for help when wild animals are injured or in distress. Their priority is to treat and release the animals admitted. If the animals cannot be released, the sanctuary […]
Do You Want an Apartment Block Popping Up Next Door to Your Family Home?
COUNCILLOR MITCHELL BLUE | Deputy Mayor – Hills Shire Council That’s what the NSW Government is proposing to allow in our family-friendly suburbs as part of their Explanation of Intended Effect: Changes to create low and mid-rise housing. The proposed changes will apply to areas within 800 metres of Metro Stations and town centres such […]
