Joy Clarke’s Love Affair With Mini Neoregelia Bromeliads
As I get older, I find the smaller size of miniature neoregelias more appealing for their ease of handling. Plus, mini neoregelia have such a lot going for them. Not only are they cute and colourful but are fairly easy to grow and propagate. They can be grown in hanging baskets (if there is a […]
Turn 2020 Around Together
By Ray Williams We’ve all had our lives on hold for six months or more, now’s the time to get out there, enjoy our NSW stories, landscapes and experiences and turn 2020 around together. NSW residents can help reboot the state’s visitor economy by hitting the road for a short-break, taking a Sydney ‘playcation’, attending […]
One-Off Exemption For Remembrance Day Services
By David Elliott MP A one-off exemption from COVID-19 restrictions has been approved in relation to public gatherings for Remembrance Day services. The exemption means wreath laying ceremonies and other memorial services can take place with up to 100 people present to pay their respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice, provided they adhere […]
Seniors Get Tech Savvy
By Matt Kean Seniors in Hornsby are being encouraged to enhance their digital skills by enrolling in technology training program, Tech Savvy Seniors. Member for Hornsby Matt Kean MP said it is vital no one is left behind as more services move online. “Around four million Australians have low digital skills, so let’s change that. […]
$3 Billion Northconnex Opens
By Julian Leeser After many years of anticipation, NorthConnex finally opened at 2am on Saturday 31st of October 2020. Federal Member for Berowra, Julian Leeser, has said NorthConnex will make a significant impact on the quality of life of people living along the transport corridor. “For a generation our community has been calling for a […]
Camille’s Commitment To Conservation
Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better, it’s not (The Lorax, Dr Seuss) This is the mantra and motto of Hills Grammar alumna Camille Goldstone- Henry (2009) who has devoted her studies and adult life to creating partnerships and collaborations for the greater good. Her background in […]
A Fitting Finale For 2020
By Craig Hingston – Pacific Hills Christian School This year has seen many challenges including students at Pacific Hills Christian School and New Hope School having to adjust to new methods of learning and being isolated from friends. However, our Year 12’s have demonstrated such maturity and resilience. With perseverance they pressed on and completed […]
Developing Strength Of Character And Leadership At Northholm Grammar
The development of character is integral to Northholm Grammar’s aims and purpose. The school seeks to create an environment that prepares our young men and women to face the challenges of living in a complex and fast-changing world. Our educational philosophy is embedded with the core values of Learning through Scholarship, Caring for Self and […]
The New Voices Of Galston High School
Galston High inducted its new 2021 Student Representative Council (SRC) at a closed ceremony on Wednesday 14th October. The SRC is the voice of the school, advocating for the student body. This role includes initiating projects that enhance student wellbeing, raising funds to support these projects and supporting charitable causes in the Galston High School […]
Galston Swim Club
October has been an exciting month for our squads with competitions getting back underway. Our swimmers have been training hard through the school holidays to give their best at the swim meets. We had our first major competition back at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, the NSW Long Course Qualifying Meet. We had eight […]