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The Giant Book Fair is celebrating it’s sixteenth year and is getting bigger every year. You will be able to come along and browse the many books, CD’s, records, videos on offer as well as enjoy a cuppa in the coffee shop. There is a special area dedicated to children with many books, games and jigsaws etc. The Giant Book Fair is the major fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Galston. Proceeds go towards the assistance given to local community needs as well as national and international projects and disaster relief.

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Glenorie Bakery Sets Channel 7 on Fire! Congratulations to local business owner, Rob Pirina, on his

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Waiters WorkshopThe Galston Club Galston is providing this

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The workshop will run over 2 alternate days Tuesday 6 August 9.00-noon & Thursday 8 August 9.00 – 1.00pm at a cost of $30.

You will be assessed and provided with a Galston Club Certificate of Excellence in the Foundations of Hospitality Service. The 4 top participants will be provided with their first paid job at the Club on the 7th September.

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Vale – Pam hardingIt is with great sadness that the Galston High

School community announces the passing of Pamela Harding, our much respected and loved School Counsellor.

Pam was counsellor at Galston High School for over 14 years and during that time assisted students and their families in a variety of situations. She had also worked one day a week at Dural Public School for many years.

Pam was a wonderfully positive and cheerful person who was a highly valued member of our school community. She was very caring, calm and level-headed; always ready to assist anyone in need. She was always an advocate for the students while never being judgemental and had a high degree of compassion and empathy.

Pam loved Galston High School and all its students and staff. Her wise counsel to many members of the Student Welfare team will be sorely missed. She supported the staff as well as students and loved to celebrate joys with them such as births of children. It was Pam who reinstated the staff “flowers fund” to ensure that support was obvious. She made very close friendships throughout her time at our school. Her dedication and professionalism towards students, families and staff will be greatly missed.

Pam was a member of the local community for over 20 years and was an active participant in the local cricket club; coaching, scoring and umpiring and was well known by many Galston families.

We can only learn from Pam’s loss that life is short and in order to make the most of it, we need to experience everyday positively and to try to see the best in everyone and every situation.

Pam’s funeral was held at St Stephen’s Uniting Church in Macquarie Street, Sydney. A number of very moving tributes were made by her family, friends and colleagues. Our thoughts and best wishes are with the Harding family at this very sad time.

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Dural District Anglican Food Drive 2013 - local Schools

Local Primary Schools Students have another successful food collection for needy families through Dural District Anglican Churches Annual Food Drive. Food and basic necessities are distributed by Anglicare to struggling families in Western Sydney, our local students have shown a wonderful concern for others less fortunate in our city.

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Thank you! Thank you!Dural, Arcadia, Kenthurst, Glenhaven and Cherrybrook

Anglican Churches want to say thank you for your amazing generosity. At doors, supermarkets and in schools we met caring and generous people who were concerned for families in this wonderful city of Sydney who cannot feed their children tonight. Our church members sorted and packed baked beans, milk, pasta, fish, soup and cereal all day and 3 trucks delivered your gifts to the Anglicare Distribution Centre at Mt Druitt the next day.

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Business Start Up Program to Kick OffCouncil’s Economic

Development and Marketing Team will seek out business owners setting up a new business in the Sydney Hills and arm them with valuable information that could help their business grow.

Economic Development and Marketing Manager John Dean said Council’s business visits program had proved popular over the years.

“Our new start-up program takes our existing business visits program to a new level,” Mr Dean said.

“Business owners have always been welcome to book a free one-on-one information session with myself or Council’s Economic Development officer Stephen Garrard - and get access to demographic information, population forecasts and databases that can help them connect with other businesses and facilitate marketing opportunities,” Mr Dean said.

Mr Dean said that when a new business comes to the area, the owner often wants to find out what other businesses are in their area, or how they can connect with their target market.

“We can empower businesses with local knowledge quickly, creating a smoother transition to the community,” he said.

Mr Dean said that helping local businesses grow could build their capacity to create some of the 47,000 new jobs targeted for The Sydney Hills under the NSW Government’s Metropolitan Strategy for Sydney.

“Creating more local job opportunities means giving residents meaningful employment options close to home, and a better quality of life through reduced travel times,” he said.

“We’re proud of our commercial centre Norwest Business Park, and we want to continue to see our commercial, industrial and retail centres grow throughout the Sydney Hills.”

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MAKING A HORSE OF A MOVIEBe part of a rocking music clip. Star in your own TV

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Dural BowlersOut and About with the Dural Bowlers

Men and women bowlers at Dural Country Club have been out and about as well as maintaining the programme at the club. The Mixed Triples were finalised recently after many highly contested matches. The winners, Peda Ritchie, Doug Farlow and Skip Jenny Green defeated Leone Lesslie’s team of Keith McGill and Tom Trovato. The mixed events are always popular at DCC.Nsw State Carnival

Each year the NSW women bowlers meet for the State Carnival. This year over 1000 ladies travelled to Bomaderry on the south coast and for a change had good weather for the round robin competition and the final play-offs held on the Thursday/Friday. Only two teams from Dural went this year and had considerable success although not getting into the final sixteen as the best from the state are among the 1000. The picture shows the two teams outside their accommodation about to dine out on the town after a heavy day bowling. From left, Ruth Keene at her first carnival, Robin Davidson, Diana Sweeney, Pam Watson Jenny Green, Liz Whelan, Marelle Saunders and Pennant Hills bowler, Wendy Bell.

New men and women are always welcome to free lessons at the country club. Contact Nick on 96531250 or Judith on 9489 3739

Doug Farlow, Jenny Green, Peda Ritchie, Winners

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Dural Sport & leisure CentreGet Active

Dural Sport & Leisure Centre, as an arm of Dural Baptist Church, exists to support the local community and others in less fortunate areas.

We currently sponsor 16 Aboriginal people from Halls Creek living next door to us in Dural. They attend Pacific Hills Christian School and William Clarke College. This program is having a huge impact on all involved.

In June/July this year we have a group travelling to the Kimberley on a five week 4WD trip, where they will spend time in Aboriginal communities, including Halls Creek.

Ten years ago we started a journey with the Solomon Islands. Futsal in the Solomon’s now has over 2000 players. The Solomon Islands have qualified for two Futsal World Cups and has several players who have secured contracts to play overseas. They are still heavily supported by Dural.

Recently we have had teams travelling to the Islands for music clinics, consulting for building design and construction and ongoing support for their Futsal and Christian Life programs.

Our latest initiative is a Men’s Shed. It is now fully equipped and running with a huge variety of machinery. It provides a meeting place for men and allows them to become involved in many community projects. For example, The Shed recently built uniform lockers for a local Fire Brigade.

Our ability to do all this is partly due to the success of our sport programs involving so many people from the Hills region. 100% of the profits are reinvested in programs for the local community and those we support in the Solomon Islands and the Kimberley.

Our Futsal (indoor soccer) competitions are amongst the largest in Australia and we are gearing up for another summer season commencing September. Futsal is FIFA’s official 5-a-side, small court

game. We have competitions for 6yrs to adults covering girls, boys, ladies, men & mixed teams. New competitions are being started this year for early morning business and over 45s.

Dural also plays in the elite NSW Futsal Premier League and is home base of the Dural Warriors. The Warriors Academy provides a development pathway of structured training for local youth to enter this elite level of competition. Dural currently boasts 5 members of the FutsalRoos, Australia’s Futsal team.

Netball is one of Australia’s largest participation sports and is our 2nd sport at Dural Sport & Leisure Centre. Teams play on full size courts, unique at the time of building, under the same rules as outdoor netball. Ladies and Mixed teams can play all year round with the Ladies Daytime competition(s), offering free Crèche services & a Cafe.

Summer sees a huge influx of junior teams from the surrounding associations who use the indoor competition to maintain their skills and fitness in the netball “off” season.

Each Friday night in school term, Dural Baptist Church holds its weekly youth evening called Chicago. This evening is for Year 6 to Year 12 youth and over 100 children come for the Friday evening social interaction and activities. The leaders then divide the children into groups where lots of topics pertinent to their age are introduced and discussed. This ministry is growing at a rapid rate – a good problem to have; offering the youth from our district a safe environment in which to learn and socialise.

Kidsmania will be run again in the upcoming school holidays. It is a school holiday program for children from K-6 where lots of games, craft, sport, drama and other activities fill the day.

Enquiries to Rob on 9651 2777 or www.dslc.com.au

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The Galston Scarecrow Gathering

The time has come around for making scarecrows again. The scarecrows will be gathering for their ninth annual judging at The Hornsby Shire Bushland Festival, in Fagan Park, on Sunday, 15th September.

There are four categories – Traditional, Theme, Schools and Fantasy/Contemporary. Prizes will be awarded for the first three places in each category. The Peoples Choice Award has been sponsored by The Bendigo Bank and the Schools first prize by Bunnings Warehouse.

To make a traditional scarecrow:Tie two poles together in a cross formation using the longer

one for the body and the shorter one for the arms. Thread the arm pole through a shirt or coat sleeve and the upright pole through one of the trouser legs. Fasten the buttons and stuff your scarecrow with straw for an authentic look or alternatively stuff with plastric bags or anything which will stand up to the weather. Close the arm and leg openings with string and tie the waist to the pole. Stuff an old cushion cover or something similar for a head and paint on the face. Fasten an old battered hat on the head. Boots or shoescan be tied on the feet. Other accessories add charm to your scarecrow.

A few other ideas for your creations:TV Characters – Animals – Nursery Rhyme Characters –

Groups – Film Stars – Children’s TV Characters – Cartoon Characters – Fairies and Pixies – Tradesmen – and many more.

It is a lot of fun for all the family. Scarecrow Festivals are held all over the world. If you need more ideas and inspiration just have a look at Scarecrow Festivals on Google.

There is also a colouring competition for children age 12 and under sponsored by The Galston Community News.

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4 Steps to Feeling Great with GoalsBy Elly Hurley

It’s been an interesting month with clients, and one in particular who has inspired me to write this article. A very short version of the story is she wanted to lose weight, she said she knew all the right things to do but for a multitude of REASONS she never did them.

This is an extremely common problem, and not just for people wanting to lose weight. The No. 1 reason this happens is not having a clearly defined goal. Let’s look at an example. Say you want to lose 25kgs, but is that the true goal? Or is it perhaps that you want to feel healthier, or prevent the onset of a disease? Or is it maybe that you want a partner, or to re-ignite the passion in your current relationship? Perhaps you want more energy, more self-confidence, or perhaps you want to fit back into the clothes in your wardrobe or you have a special event coming up.

So let’s look at how you can do this.1. Ask yourself questions - this is to get a really clear picture

about what it is you want to achieve. The types of questions you should ask are:

“What’s the reason (or purpose) for this?” “What outcome do I want to achieve?” “How will my life look when I achieve that?” “What’s holding me back, and stopping me from achieving that?”2. Get out of your comfort zone - It’s way too easy in your

comfort zone, even if it’s not exactly how you would like your life to be. You’ve found it’s simpler to ‘settle’ and ‘make do’ rather than strive for what you really want. It’s not until you drop yourself out of your comfort zone that any real change can happen.

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Downstairs offers a modern master chef designer kitchen with stainless steel Smeg appliances, 40mm CaesarStone bench tops and splash backs with a walk in butler’s pantry, all overlooking a sun drenched informal family room with polished timber flooring opening to the covered outdoor alfresco entertaining area, gas outdoor fi replace and built in alfresco kitchen. There is also a formal lounge and dining room with additional gas fireplace, home theatre/media room and upstairs library or sitting room with its own private balcony the fi rst floor also has a spacious break out room.

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Riverstone Cottage By Binet Homes This master Built and architecturally designed House and land package By Binet Homes is would have to be the best value as fair as luxury custom homes goes. It has been well appointed with Smeg appliances, stone kitchen bench tops, polyurethane (Gloss Finish) to Kitchen Cupboards, quality carpet and tiled fl oor covering, landscape package included and much more.

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Partington Hall By Binet HomesThis master built and architecturally designed House and land package By Binet Homes has all creature comforts as luxury custom homes goes. It has been well appointed with Smeg appliances, stone kitchen bench tops, polyurethane (Gloss Finish) to Kitchen Cupboards, quality carpet and tiled floor covering, landscape package and pool included and much more.

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Dural Galston Probus ClubDural Galston Probus Club will hold it’s next meeting at 10am on Thursday 18th July at The Galston Club in Arcadia Road. The speaker will be Shirley Seale - “The Walers” - Horses in WW1. Visitors welcome. Contact Anne 9653 1004.

Notice for 9th July 2013

The Hills District VIEW Club will celebrate The Smith Family’s 65th anniversary on Tue 9th July at 11am with a High Tea at Annangrove Bar & Dining, Regal Gardens Complex, 249 Annangrove Road, Annangrove. High Tea includes sandwiches, savoury pastries, scones, miniature cakes, tea and coffee for $35.

Please contact Suzette on 9680 4257 for bookings and more details – Bookings are essential.

Notice for 23rd July 2013

On Tuesday 23rd July the Hills District VIEW Club will meet at 10am at the Dural Country Club for our monthly meeting. Cost is $6 which includes morning tea; following the meeting, lunch is available at your own cost. Our speaker will be author Barry Bullivant, who is going to talk about Australia’s first lady bushranger.

Please contact Julie on 8824 8007 for bookings and more details - Bookings are essential.

The hills District ViEW ClubThe hills District ViEW Club backs new campaign to boost membership and to increase community volunteering in the hills District.

Service clubs such as VIEW, Lions, Men’s Sheds, Rotary, CWA, APEX, Zonta and Legacy make a positive difference in every community around Australia.

New research by the DoSomething! Charity shows that these 8 major service clubs now have 180,000 members in 4,913 local clubs around Australia.

“Week in and week out, service club members are volunteering and working to make communities like the Hills District a better place for

us all,” says Jenny Hobson, Secretary of the Hills District VIEW Club.

In an effort to generate more members for service clubs, the DoSomething! Charity has launched a national campaign called ‘Join The Club’. Throughout May, the campaign will be encouraging Australians to join a local service club. To make it easy, DoSomething! has created the JoinTheClub.org.au website which contains the contact details for every service club in Australia.

“Many people who join a service club say that giving back and helping others makes them feel good,” said VIEW Clubs National President, Lorraine Montgomery. “In addition to benefiting the community, joining a service club also encourages networking and the building of new friendships.”

Lorraine is calling on every one to get involved.

“If you want to do something near you, then please get involved and ‘Join The Club’! Joining VIEW for instance means that you can help support the education of Australian children in need to help them break the cycle of poverty.”

To find out more about a VIEW Club in your area call 1800 805 366 or visit www.thesmithfamily.com.au/view.

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What a successful day it was! $2,500 was raised for the Cancer Council and it was not possible without the help of the many volunteers, everyone who baked and brought in cakes, sandwiches and biscuits, and all those who sold raffle tickets, not to mention the many kind and generous donations of all the local businesses, nurseries, clubs and restaurants.

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horses’ Birthday Charity lunchRiding for the Disabled

Association NSW Tall Timbers Centre is holding a Charity Lunch to celebrate the Horses’ Birthday and to raise funds to assist with the cost of running their program. It will be held at The Hills Club, 2 Jenner Street, Baulkham Hills at 11.30am on Thursday 1st August. The cost is $35 per person for a set menu. All welcome. Lucky door prizes to win. Booking and prepayment is essential by 22nd July. Phone: 9679 1246 or email talltimbers@rdansw.org.au

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Riding for the Disabled Tall Timbers Centre – Volunteers needed

It has been a busy few months at RDA Tall Timbers with our Semester 1 program riders finishing up at the end of June. Semester 1 also saw the finishing of the new Life Skills Shed creating a learning space which will allow the centre to expand their programs for people with disabilities in the future. A Regional Dressage Day will be held at the centre on 30th June with riders from Tall Timbers and local Associate riders attending as a qualification event for the 2013 RDANSW State Dressage Championships which will be held at Sydney International Equestrian Centre August 24 & 25.

All the Coaches and volunteers are looking forward to welcoming new riders in the Semester 2 program with an increase in numbers of volunteers needed on both Mondays and Wednesday mornings to cater for the new groups. If you are interested in volunteering please contact the office 96791246 or talltimbers@rdansw.org.au

Official Opening of the RDA Tall Timbers life Skills Project – “horses and More ... land”

After a lengthy period of planning and building, the latest project at RDA Tall Timbers Centre at Box Hill was officially opened on Sunday 16th June by Ray Williams MP. The Project’s main aim is to provide a meeting room with disabled facilities to run a Life Skills and activities Program for people with disabilities. The project was funded through a grant from the NSW Government Community Building Partnership program as well as the fundraising efforts of long time supporter Jim Moreland and donations from some very generous individuals and businesses. Jim had an opportunity to thank everyone who assisted with the project after which he joined Ray Williams to cut the ribbon. The Centre also took the opportunity to thank Jim for all his hard work in co-ordinating the build by presenting him with a certificate and with the unveiling of the building’s new name “Horses and More...land”. Following the ceremony the guests were able to tour the new building as well as enjoy a delicious afternoon tea on a lovely winter afternoon.

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The Sydney hills Branch of the Association of independent Retirees

The Sydney Hills Branch of the Association of Independent Retirees will hold their Monthly on Friday 5th July, 2013 Pennant Hills Bowling Club Yarrara Road, Pennant Hills. Meeting commences at 10am.

We will welcome our guest speaker Mr. Michael Perry an Ex Member of the Australian Shareholders Association. Michael will no doubt provide a very informative and interesting talk.

If you are recently retired, come along be informed of any impeding changes. By working together we can make a difference to both your and our future.

President: Lauris Rennie. 9634 -1186

Warrah Welcomes a New Farmer!Warrah has recently

welcomed a new Farm Manager to Warrah Biodynamic Farm at Dural. The Farm is the only certified biodynamic farm in the Sydney metropolitan area. Rob Greatholder has a Diploma in Biodynamic Horticulture from Emerson College in the UK, and spent some years working on biodynamic farms and market gardens. He is thrilled to have taken on the task at Warrah.

Warrah Farm grows a range of fruit, vegetables and eggs that are sold through the Warrah Shop and to other distributers. Rob and the Warrah Farm team have recently planted peas, leeks, kale, cabbage and spinach. Planting was just before the recent heavy rains so the timing was perfect! The Farm team is now preparing for the coming season, fixing fences, fox proofing the chicken houses and making useful tools and equipment that will help them with their work once the weather warms up and the days get longer.

The Farm is currently producing lots of winter salad mix, which is popular with customers. There is also an abundance of oranges, grapefruit and lemons. All Warrah’s delicious citrus fruits are sold at the Farm Shop.

Warrah Farm Shop is open to the public Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm and stocks a full range of ONLY organic and biodynamic produce including milk, cheeses, eggs, fruits, vegetables and dry goods. Warrah Farm does welcome assistance from the community and any person interested in volunteering some time on the Farm can contact Birgit Eaton on 9652 2411.

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Community happeningsRed Cross Donormobile at Bunnings Dural

The Red Cross Donormobile will be back at Bunnings Warehouse Dural from Monday 8th July through to & including Saturday 13th July. Donors both new & established are encouraged to telephone 13 14 95 or visit www.donateblood.com.au to make an appointment. Roll up your sleeves & give blood, each donation can save up to 3 lives.Winter School holiday Craft Program

For kids of all ages our Craft Activity program will be running on Tuesday 2nd, Thursday 4th, Tuesday 9th & Thursday 11th July. We will be creating Autumn Leaf Bunting & Indigenous Art Paper Weights. All workshops are free & commence at 12 noon. Bookings are required & can be made via www.bunnings.com.au, email duralao@bunnings.com.au or telephone 9653-7500. July Garden Club

Our July Garden Club will meet at Bunnings on Saturday 13th July at 11.30am, there is no need to book just come along & join us. The July Workshop will be Create a Fun Succulent Garden. A ‘hands on’ creative class, we will create art with succulents & you will make your own succulent sculpture to take home Calling all Tradies

To celebrate the End of Financial Year the Team at Bunnings are throwing on a Bang Up Tradies’ Breakfast on Friday 28th June from 7am till 10am guests will enjoy a delicious Barbeque, Games & Prizes, Red Bull giveaways, Suppliers, Demos & Displays, Hornsby Mazda with the BT50 Ute, Racing Cars & Boys Toys. Tradies will also have the opportunity to win a visit by the Bunnings Mobile BBQ for your work site. Our Bang up Tradies Breakfast is free & all details are on the website www.bunnings.com.au

Dural & District Prostate Cancer Support GroupMen‘s health Matters

The Dural & District Prostate Cancer Support Group is a forum which provides support to those affected by prostate cancer and their carers. However, we also cover a wider range of issues associated with men’s health. Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at 7pm at Dural Country Club.

Our next meeting on Monday 15th July, will be addressed by Dr Tommy Wong, an eminent and highly regarded consultant cardiologist.

A warm welcome is extended to any community members who wish to attend and develop a broader understanding of the disease or share their experience with like-minded group members. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information contact Roger 9653 2980 or Col 9651 1242.

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Gentle rain patters on the rim of my old straw hat, and mingles with the muffled clucking of hens as they rustle through the golden

leaves spread beneath the gingko. Nearby, spiders have slung silken loops

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lanterns amongst this fragile web-work.

The garden has passed the winter solstice and morning’s light reveals a fragility of rosemary blossoms and bees’ wings glinting in transit. The ancient Greeks believed that rosemary would improve memory, but for me rosemary holds a more precious place as the symbol of friendship. It is an enjoyable distraction to inhale the pine-fresh fragrance of rosemary while I appreciate the blue sky’s clarity and the crispness of the still morning air.

Beside the fence an exuberance of massed borage sprawls, perpetrated by resting birds, no doubt! Herbalists have long praised the ability of borage to encourage a sense of cheerfulness and wellbeing. Ancient Celts rumoured, that imbibing wine, flavoured with borage, before entering battle, was sure to inspire courage. I require little encouragement to release a star-shaped blossom from amongst the hairy leaves before savouring the borage’s surprising, cool, cucumber flavour.

Nearby, a commotion of splashing draws my attention to the downpipe beneath the kitchen window, where an old copper pot stands half-full of water. Regardless of my nearness, a Little Wattlebird is energetically bathing, his streaked, grey-brown feathers puffed with air and water. This elegant little bird often delights in swerving closely through foliage at top speed, while uttering harsh calls and clattering his bill to chase other birds away. His disregard for my nearness today, is typical I fear… I am merely another random part of the garden!

help Needed in the hills Area to Assist with Public image and Public Relations for Special Olympics

The Special Olympics organisation, part of the Olympic movement, provides sporting and socialising opportunities for those with intellectual disabilities. The Sydney Hills regional committee would be pleased to have some volunteers to assist with public image and Public relations in the Hills area.

The subcommittee will be responsible for:

a) inform our volunteers, supporters, sponsors, athletes and coaching staff of news, events and achievements.

b) promote Sydney Hills Region of Special Olympics to schools, sporting clubs, council, Rotary, potential volunteers and sponsors.

c) Give appropriate recognition to those who give support.d) Develop promotional materials such as banners.e) Liaise directly with major sponsors, councils and

politicians as required.f) Ensure coverage of events, news and achievements in the

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Carla suggests these simple tips to ensure your maximum return:

• If you use your car for work purposes and keep a log book for 12 weeks then the deductions can be thousands

• If your income is under $31,920 and you contribute $500 post tax into your super the government will match it dollar for dollar.

• If you make a capital gain this year then you can reduce CGT by selling non-performing shares that you may be holding.

• You can contribute up to $25,000 per year into super and it will be taxed at 15 per cent

• If you are expecting that you will have a lower income next year then why not prepay interest for up to 12 months in advance before year end on your rental property or margin loan and reduce your higher income this year.

• With the ATO increasing their audit activity it is important to keep your receipts. The ATO will be paying close attention to high level of claims.

• If you earn less than $10,800 then your spouse can put up to $3,000 into your super fund and they will receive a $540 rebate in tax

• Small businesses will be able to claim depreciable assets costing less than $6500

• Small businesses will also be able to claim an immediate $5,000 write off for the cost of any motor vehicle

• Company losses in 2013 may be eligible to carry back losses to offset against tax paid in 2012

• Non motor-vehicle depreciable assets costing more than $6,500 are written off at 15% in the first year and then 30% in subsequent years. Consider buying these assets prior to 30 June to maximize your refund in 2014

• Remember that you can claim a deduction for Farm Management Deposits between $1,000 to $400,000

• If new tillage equipment is installed and ready for use by year end you could claim a 15% tax rebate

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library App Up and RunningResidents can now access the Hills Shire Council’s Library

Service via their smartphone.

Council’s new Library App allows users to search for books, download e-books and audiobooks, as well as placing reservations and finding vital information.

The App also contains a list of events and up-to-date library news.

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of the Hill’s District for the last 3 years and we thought we should share the secret about this amazing retail shop.

It is located in ‘The Hub ‘ unit 15 /252 New Line Rd, Dural (next to Bunnings). It is the first Wall Art shop in Sydney.

Inside Outside Wall Art has a fantastic range of modern, abstract and traditional wall art and homewares that will look beautiful inside and outside your home. They also carry a large section of Prints, Hand painted oils, Clocks, Mirrors, Hand Craved Mango Wood panels and unique decor, Homewares, Candles and gifts. There is always something for all tastes, styles and budgets. If its style , great quality and price your looking for ... look no further. After your first visit I am sure you will be planning your next.

With stock hand selected seasonally, cleverly coordinated by an interior designer, you will breathe new life into your wall space and home. Renovating, building, updating existing decor, adding to your decor or simply buying a gift Inside Outside Wall Art has something for everyone.

Owner and interior Designer Jennifer Fleming is only too happy to assist. Jennifer lives in the Hills District and thought it was about time locals had a unique shop like this. Small local business needs your support and Jennifer appreciates yours and would like to thank her customers for the support and encouragement she has received over the last 3 years.

Jennifer also offers interior design consultations to book yours call 02 96515758. Jennifer is always up to date with design trends and styles and can help you have the look you have always dreamt about.

This shop must definitely be added to your to do list as it won’t disappoint. Follow Inside Outside Wall Art on Facebook to receive weekly stock updates, photos of new stock and free styling advice.

You can now shop online at www.inoutwallart.com.au. This new website and shopping cart offers you a snap shop of the extensive range the shop has to offer and more products are added weekly.

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Dharug & lower hawkesbury historical Society: July 2013 Meeting

Please join the Society for its July meeting for a presentation by Marilyn Wood titled “A brand of shame that nothing will ever efface: Aboriginal policy in the 1830s”.

Marilyn will present the research she undertook for her Masters Degree in Modern History at Macquarie University on the 1835-37 Aborigines Select Committee on Aborigines (British Settlements) and the research that she is now doing for her PhD. Marilyn’s current research follows on from her Masters by examining the situation of Aboriginal people in the Australian colonies during the first half of the nineteenth century. The particular focus will be dominant debates about Aboriginal policy during the 1830s.

All Welcome.

Date: Saturday 27 July 2013 Time: Midday for lunchlocation: Lower Hawkesbury Wesleyan Chapel, 6445

Wisemans Ferry Road, GundermanCost: Members/School Students $10, Non-members $15,

Under 5s Free. Includes delicious lunch before the talk. (Please advise if you do not eat meat at time of booking.)

Bookings: Essential to 0404 272 969 or enquiries@dlhhs.org.au by Monday 20 May 2013.

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Matt Kean, MP, Member for hornsbyI am thrilled to announce that after much lobbying, the

F3 M2 missing link in Sydney’s Motorway Orbital network has been approved for the next stage of detailed planning and development.

Transurban, the Westlink M7 shareholders and the NSW Government, will work together to produce the design and construction price for construction of the F3-M2 project. This stage will also include planning approval and community and stakeholder consultation for the F3-M2 link to ensure the project delivers the best possible outcomes for residents and businesses in the corridor and the users of the proposed tunnel.

The proposed 8 kilometre tunnel link connecting the F3 at Wahroonga and Hills M2 will relieve traffic congestion on Pennant Hills Road, improve road safety and enhance the liveability of one of the busiest traffic corridors in Sydney

An extensive program of engagement will be developed that will provide residents, local businesses, transport and other stakeholders with a chance to comment on key features of the proposal.

Pennant Hills Road is among Sydney’s most congested corridors, particularly for heavy vehicles, with more than 10,000 trucks using the road each day. The road has a poor safety record and is consistently mentioned in the lists of accident hot spots in Sydney.

The new link will deliver quicker travel times for commuters travelling between the central coast/upper north shore and Sydney’s north-west. Freight and heavy vehicles will also benefit from greater reliability.

Local residents will benefit from reduced noise and congestion on local roads and better road safety. I am proud to be able to deliver on another election commitment for the benefit of our community

Cancer the Dragon and You Winter is a time for reflection as much of nature

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By definition a “Cancerous Cell” is one which grows in an uncontrolled fashion. Any of the body’s cells can become cancerous due to DNA damage and form Mutations of the original cell. There may be many Mutations types in a single cancer tumor as they tend to be genetically unstable. For this reason a single cancer treatment may only be effective for some Mutations but not all. Common treatments might only offer short term remission and tumor shrinkage, while those Mutations resistant to the treatment continue to develop and grow in the longer term.

Being in “In remission” or declared “Cancer Free” is not a time to be complacent. The common declaration of being “Cancer Free” means that no cancer masses can be found with the current medical scan methods. For typical scans that means that no cancer masses above 2 to 5 millimeters in diameter are found. Smaller undetected cancer nodules present may still contain in excess of a million cancer cells.

A prudent approach is to remain vigilant with regular checks and minimise any cancer growth by adoption of a personalised complementary therapy plan.

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hornsby Police NewsIncident: Fail to stop car crashTime/Date: About 10am on Monday the 10th JunePlace: Arcadia road, Arcadia (near Vision Valley road).Vehicle 1: DiahatsuDriver 1: Not known.Details: It appears the Daihatsu was being driven on Arcadia road and has failed to negotiate a right hand bend in the road. The Daihatsu has careered off the road into a garden bed then into a tree. It had extensive damage to the front of the car. The driver appears to have removed the number plates and left the scene. Later that night a neighbour reported the car ‘in the bush’ to police. Inquiries led police to a nearby property where the said number plates were allegedly found. The owner or driver have not yet been spoken to and inquiries are continuing.

Incident: Car crashTime/Date: About 7.30am on Friday the 7th JunePlace: Galston Gorge.Vehicle 1: CorollaDriver 1: 17 year old male P1.Details: The Corolla was being driven towards Hornsby in the Galston Gorge. When near the Tunks bridge the Corolla has failed to negotiate a left hand bend and collided with a rock wall. The driver was not hurt. He was issued a ticket for negligent driving.

Incident: Disqualified driverTime/Date: About 4.35am on Sunday the 26th MayPlace: Carters road, Dural.Vehicle 1: Holden Rodeo.Driver 1: 17 year old (disqualified driver).Details: Police were patrolling the area and have stopped the car and driver for a random breath test. While speaking to the driver a strong smell of cannabis was allegedly coming from the inside of the car. The driver was spoken to and certain admissions were made in relation to his license being disqualified by Hornsby Local Court. The car was searched with 3 knives and a small amount of cannabis allegedly being located in the car. Court: The driver is to face Hornsby Local Court at a date yet to be set for driving whilst his license was disqualified.

Incident: Attempted Break and EnterTime/Date: Between Friday (24th) evening /Monday (26th) May

morning.Place: Glenorie Public school.Details: CCTV footage from within the school shows a number of youths enter the school grounds, one of the youths has then thrown a paving brick through a window. The roller door to the canteen was also smashed but entry was not gained to any rooms. Inquiries are continuing.

Galston CWA NewsAt our June meeting, we enjoyed a ‘plant swap’. Thanks

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At our July meeting we will be working on activities for our International Day in August. The country of study for 2013 is Morocco, so we plan to make placemats and test some recipes. These no doubt will include mint tea, couscous, cinnamon, cumin and turmeric.

Lunch will be followed by our business meeting. Visitors are very welcome to attend.

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Sparks Caused Potential Catastrophe in Knights Rd.By Ross Grieve

As a young man I worked for Vic Jarrett who had a a workshop building tractor equipment and repairing implements in Knights Road, Galston. In those days the electricity supply was administered by Hornsby Shire Council along with their usual work of looking after roads, gutters etc.

The incident I am about to relate happened right outside Vic’s workshop in about 1953/54.

The Council workers were widening the road and decided to remove a tall ironbark tree growing on the edge of the gutter. The men hung a rope high in the tree to guide it as it was sawn through. But the tree had a mind of its own and fell across the road snapping the top wires which were high tension lines which supplied the local transformers. These lines carried 11,000 volts. They fell onto the 240 volt line underneath that supplied the local households

This started a chain reaction. The first house power board to explode was in Radnor Road, then Harrry Williemson’s duck farm in Chadd St. Then it started to work its way up Knight’s Road.

Jarrett’s at number 44 had a over bath water heater which exploded setting the shower curtain over the bath alight and dropped ashes into the bath. The house did not catch alight. Next in line was Vic’s workshop.

I had witnessed the whole episode. From the front of the workshop I saw the tree fall, and the almighty flash as the high power lined fell on the primary lines, and heard the explosions as they gradually approached. I saw the lines coming into the shed were smoking, and then our powerboard exploded with a great roar. In those days the conduit covering the internal power lines was steel and was earthed. I peeked in the door to see the conduit was red hot and getting hotter until at last it melted and widened a gap which the current leaped between. It sounded like a machine gun. It is a sight I will never forget.

Meanwhile, Vic, in desperation to save his workshop, had grabbed a long piece of dry wood which was laying out the front and with my help, threw it over the incoming power lines. This finally broke the red hot lines and they parted from the shed. Immediately we heard an explosion over at Flintoff’s house. Vic and I ran over. Nobody was at home. The power board had blown apart and the house smouldered where the lines entered under the eaves

At last the crew over at Hornsby Power Station realised something was terribly wrong over at Galston and threw the manual circuit breakers. The subsequent inquiry found that the automatic circuit breakers which should work immediately were wrongly wired and would never have worked.

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going on. Well, I think they were suffering from shock and didn’t know what to do. We had a look at the stump and you could see the reason it had snapped the way it did.

Termites had riddled the original stump and when the tree was partly sawn through it snapped and fell sideways. It took about a week to get the power back on, and a bit longer for some of our neighbours.

We were told Council was insured and nobody had to pay for repairs. About a year later it was revealed that the total cost was about sixty thousand pounds, a lot of money in the 1950’s.

The amazing thing was that no person was harmed.At the next meeting of the Dural Historical Society on

Saturday, July 13th at 2 pm, Professor Don Napper will speak about “ The Significance of Cockatoo Island”. All welcome

Revealing Our heroesToday Mr Phillip Ruddock MP encouraged local residents in

Berowra to nominate someone for the Australian of the Year Awards. The search is on for our Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Australia’s Local Hero.

Now that nominations for the 2014 Awards are open you can nominate a friend, family member, community leader or someone you don’t know personally – any Australian who you believe makes Berowra a better place to live.

“It is important that we nominate these people as they are significant to our country, we must appreciate the contribution so many people in Berowra make” said Mr Ruddock

“It would be great to have a number of local residents of Berowra nominated, it is time to reveal our local heroes so we can recognise and congratulate the outstanding things they’ve done for our community”.

Nominations are due by 2 August 2013. For further information visit the Australian of the Year Awards website at http://www.australianoftheyear.org.au/nominate/

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Glenorie Pony ClubGingers Soames and Brooklyn

Symes spend 2 days at the Steve Brady training clinic at Cobbitty. They had a great time with their horses Cougar and ‘Georgie learning how to train their horses even showing up some of the adults riders. They particularly enjoy the’ Steve Brady Clinics” as Steve is all about developing a great partnership with your horse using his techniques on the ground and under saddle. Ginger and Brooklyn both absolutely love the training side of horses and they can’t wait to use what they have learnt and apply it at pony club.

At the beginning of June 3 of our riders went to one of the largest interschool competitions with 700 competitors from high schools in NSW. The competition was over 5 days and the riders got to experience all aspects of horse events from Hacking, show jumping, Eventing, Time trails, Polocrosse, team penning to name a few. This is a really great opportunity to watch and compete with lots of other kids and give some new things a go. They all ended up learning how to use a stick whip and several came home with a new stock whip. Our riders came home with a few ribbons which was a great achievement considering that some classes had 70 riders competing. Well Done to Sarah, Rachel & Isabella

Last weekend Glenorie PC was represented by 4 riders (Sarah, Rachel, Emily & Olly) at the Forest Hills Pony Club Junior Committee day which was a fun day with a mix of hacking, sporting and jumping. All our riders did well coming away with a swag of ribbons! Special congratulations to Sarah Pernice who was Champion 13 & 14years and her sister Rachael Pernice did well to win 2 firsts in the hack ring. Emily Conn who was Reserve Champion 11 & 12 years also won the E Grade Derby with her brother Olly Conn winning several seconds in the sporting. The kids had a great day at Forest Hills and the Day was run with great enthusiasm and efficiency – good job Junior Committee!

One of our younger riders had a great result at The Arab Society Dressage Day which is held a couple of times a year at the Vines Pony Club Grounds. Emily Conn was awarded Champion in the Prelim Dressage. This is a tremendous achievement as it is an open competition and Emily was riding against adults as well as other children in both her Prelim Tests. Well done Emily.

Ginger Soames on “Georgie” and Brooklyn Symes on “Cougar”

Emily Conn on Morefair Paige

Dungog/Barrington Tops long weekend horse Trail rideA few riders from Galston joined in this stunning ride in the foothills of the fabulous Barrington Tops –the views from the top blew

everyone away and the camp’s enormous fire at night was what really made it even more worthwhile. Lake Macquarie Trail riding club is the biggest in Australia and continues to visit the most fascinating spots with a great group of riders. If interested email Secretary Jackie Mann on mann@hunterlink.net.au for details

Fun day successes for Arcadia Pony Club riders

The success continues for the Arcadia Pony Club with members riding at the Forest Hills Pony Club Fun Day on the long weekend coming home with handfuls of ribbons from every single phase of the competition.

There were winners in Rider classes, hacking, sporting and jumping as well as multiple Champions across the various age groups.

“The aim at Arcadia Pony Club is to create strong all round riders who have the skill to win and the personalities to do so in the most sporting manner”. Having a look at the results from the Fun Day as well the sheer volume of smiles on the childrens faces I feel we have achieved this goal”, said Tony Fox, President of Arcadia Pony Club. It is about having fun with your friends first and foremost then being able to ride in a competent and sensitive manner to get the results”, says Tony.

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Hills Grammar Year 8 English Honours class was lucky enough to have acclaimed crime writer, Kathryn Fox, conduct a creative writing workshop recently. Author of six thrillers, a former physician with an interest in forensic medicine, Ms Fox also holds the distinction of toppling the Da Vinci Code from number one in the UK and Germany with her debut novel Malicious Intent. She discussed her “Ten Commandments of Writing”, ways to make the reader care about the characters and the importance of plotline. Head of English, Dr Susan Green commented on the value of the workshop, “We aim to open students’ minds to critical and creative thinking and Ms Fox’s workshop encouraged the students to develop their ideas. They also learned the need for independent research for historical fiction.”

Murder, Kilts and SwordsIt had been almost ten years since the Senior Drama

Ensemble at Hills Grammar presented a Shakespearean production. With that in mind, Head of Drama, Stephen Clark, decided that 2013 would be the year of Macbeth. The Scottish warriors were instructed on sword fighting by the Sydney Stage Combat School who also worked with the Jedi Knights in Star Wars episodes 1-3. Rehearsals began in November 2012 and continued until the play opened in June 2013 when it was time for our witches to come out of the trees and cast their horrible spell on Macbeth.

Cast and crew were delighted with the three sold out shows and two Q&A matinees for students who studied the play. The Hills community were treated to some of our finest performances from Years 10-12 as they told Shakespeare’s tale of bloody, unbridled ambition.

Glenorie Public SchoolAt the Multicultural Speaking Competition held at Cherrybrook

Public School, Jessica, Shawn, Elizabeth and Jade did an outstanding job presenting their speeches to a large audience, what excellent public speakers of the future they will be.

Congratulations to both Benjamin Black and Jye McLachlan who represented Beecroft Zone PSSA at the Regional Cross Country held at Gosford Racecourse. Jye came 35th in the 8/9 year old boy’s race. Benjamin came 3rd in the 10 year old boy’s race and will now be going on to State Cross Country. Well done boys! We are very proud of you.

On Saturday 15th of June, students from Year 3 and 4 at Glenorie Public School held a BBQ at Glenorie Woolworths. This event was part of the unit the students have been learning about this term called ‘Cooperating Communities’. In this unit, students explored the various services provided to the community of Glenorie. Students raised $738.70 from the BBQ and will use this money to purchase a gift for the community. Students and teachers of 2/3H, 3/4D and 3/4K would like to thank those who helped and supported us in running of the BBQ.

On Tuesday, 18th June, we held a fund raising day for the fathers that are walking the Kokoda Trail to take over and donate to the schools along the track. We have supported these schools in the past by donating our old library books. The SRC planned a very exciting day on Tuesday – pyjama day. The weather was freezing and the hot chocolate was very welcoming and the students thought that it was a fantastic day. Thanks to the gold coin donation and the sales from the hot chocolate, $489 has been raised for the Kokoda Track Foundation - an organisation which supports disadvantaged PNG communities along the Track. If you’d like to make a donation find out more by clicking this link; http://personalchallenge.gofundraise.com.au/page/Glenorie_Dads_Walk_Kokoda

Last Thursday all the Glenorie students took part in the Jump Rope for Heart program to raise money and awareness for the Heart Foundation. All 230 students skipped their way through the entire morning moving through 14 stations and obviously extending their physical fitness. We love helping the community and charities especially if it is skipping instead of school work.

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Glenorie Pre-SchoolUpdate on our Missing Flamingoes!

August is nearly upon us which for Glenorie residents this year means its Flamingo season! Glenorie Preschool is still having problems with our wandering flamingoes! Come term three we are afraid that we will be having to ask the local Glenorie community for some help with their capture and return. Please keep a look out for further information.

A Family Fun Day had By AllOn the Sunday 26th May, Glenorie Preschool hosted a

wonderful Family Fun Day for all the families in the community. There was lots of laughter, eating, painting, jumping and fun, as the children and parents enjoyed the beautiful sunshine.

The ‘decorate your own cupcake stall’ and plaster painting fun produced some beautiful masterpieces, and allowed the children to get creative. The face painting and jumping castle was a big hit with the children, while the sensational sausage sizzle proved a big hit for the whole family. A big thanks to Trevor Conn from Glenorie Butchery for donating the sausages! The preschool was also very lucky to have some cute and cuddly baby animals come to visit from Golden Ridge Animal Farm. All the children loved playing with

them, thank you so much! The day was a big success and it was a great opportunity for the families of the preschool to show how much they love it.

Staff Appreciation WeekFrom the 3rd to the 7th of June, Glenorie preschool

families hosted a staff appreciation week for our lovely teachers, Rachel, Rom, Sue, Jess and Margo. Each day parents generously volunteered their time to help out in the classroom, wash the teachers’ cars, provide yummy morning teas, tasty lunches and delicious dinners. The children enagaged in activities during the week to show their teachers how much they appreciate them, as well as creating a wall of messages about why they like their teachers. The teachers also enjoyed pamper sessions of hair appointments, facials and shoulder massages during the week. A big thank you to Laura Jane Hairdressing, Alona Loria from Soothing Touch Holistic Massage and Oscars Glenorie Takeaway (for their yummy coffees each morning), for donating their time and services. Glenorie Preschool is very much a family, and each teacher is treasured. Thank you to all of them.

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The Hills Clinic again supplied expert psychologists covering the most common areas of mental health including Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Healthy Lifestyle, Cyber Bullying, Drinking & Substance abuse. We were especially honoured to have Jason Pace, Psychiatrist & Founder of the company and a past student of Oakhill College present. With him were Natalie

Mortimer and Sive Joyce who spoke on Stress & Anxiety. They covered all the regular issues affecting students and urging them to seek help for either themselves or to look after a friend in need! We owe a debt of gratitude to The Hills Clinic Team for their continuing support of these forums.

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The overall message to students was to take control of yourself and your mind, learn how to help yourself, and to be aware of your actions as you don’t know how they affect others whether it’s on Facebook, email or in school peer groups. Be strong enough to speak up when you are feeling numb and empty.

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Artists abound at Arcadia Public School. A recent visit to the NSW Art Gallery by our primary students was an exciting event, one which ignited their imaginations and creativity. The excursion to view the Archibald Prize entries beautifully complimented the children’s study and interpretation of artists and their works, guiding and inspiring their own portraiture creations.

Performing arts has been the order of the day, with Kindergarten, Year One and Year Two enjoying a trip to the theatre. A puppetry portrayal of the Mem Fox classic Possum Magic provided a magical experience, one that has since been written, sung, danced and dramatized in the classroom!

Congratulations to Aimee in Year 5 who represented Arcadia Public School at the Regional Cross Country Carnival on the 13th of June. Aimee ran 16th in a field of over 100 competitors. A great achievement for a talented sportsperson.

Walk to school day is a regular feature of the Arcadian calendar each June. The children converged on the school, riding their horses, walking (or being pulled along) with their dogs or simply enjoying the walk with mum and dad while road safety rules were being reinforced. We were fortunate enough to have two pipers accompany us on the walk this year. Mr Chrystal and his son Scott, music adds an incredible ‘presence’ to the occasion.

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News from KU Galston PreschoolWhat a busy term

here at KU Galston Preschool. We were lucky enough to be visited by Matthew Doyle who presented a Young Australian Workshop titled Wuruniri. The children experienced an introduction to Aboriginal culture through dance, stories and the didgeridoo. As a result of this workshop the children have been experimenting with Aboriginal art doing dot paintings and colour mixing and have been enjoying listening to stories of the dreamtime.

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Galston Public School students are currently enjoying a well deserved Term 2 break. Prior to this term vacation many engaging, busy, stimulating and enjoyable events occurred.

The SRC organised a very successful fundraising event. They sold Bandaged Bear merchandise in order to raise money for the Children’s Hospital at Westmead.

Two sporting teams of students showed great determination to do their personal best in the recently held PSSA State Knockout Netball and Rugby League Competitions. The girls netball team have played two fantastic games so far and are undefeated, while the boys rugby league team narrowly lost the grand final. Considering that only two players currently play rugby league and the other members of the team were attempting rugby league for the first time, this result was amazing.

Congratulations to 1/2C drama group who recently auditioned for entry into the ArtsNorth Drama Festival. If selected this drama group will perform at The Parade Theatre, NIDA. Everyone involved is keeping their fingers and toes crossed. This drama group is so fortunate to have been prepared by their very talented teacher, Miss Alisha Clements.

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If you would like to know more about our vibrant school, please contact the school office (9653 2062) and all your questions will be happily answered.

Children’s holiday Activities Friday July 5 - WilderQuest Activity - Exploring the River

lane Cove National ParkJoin us, in the picnic area of Lane Cove River National Park, for this interactive

activity, suitable for 5 to 10 year old kids. Children will be the explorers to discover who lives in, on and around the Lane Cove River. Our young detectives will try to answer “Why creatures live where they live? Can fish really climb ladders?” Includes a take home surprise for everybody at the end of the activity. Bring some water.

Time: 1.00pm - 3.00pmMeeting place: Lane Cove River Boat Shed, via Delhi Road Gate entrance. Cost: $10. Bookings and prepayment are essential - Book online at

www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au or phone 02 9253 0888

Tuesday 9th July - Eco Garden Kids ActivitiesBook in for an hour of fun in the garden making your own herb mix or origami

pot or try a worm hunt while learning all about worms. It’s aimed at primary school children, though all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Where: Eco Garden Gazebo, Fagan Park, Arcardia Rd, GalstonWhen: Tuesday 9 July, 11am-1pm Cost: Free, but bookings are essentialPhone: 9847 4856 Email: waste@hornsby.nsw.gov.au

Thursday July 11 - i Met Two Wombats. Ku-ring-gai Chase National ParkLearn about Roxanne Wombat and her furry burrowing friend. Experiment with

keeping warm. Find out how furry mammals stay warm and happy. Walk through the bush to look for evidence of burrowing animals. Try some of their food (human safe, of course). Make a model wombat or wombat tunnels. Morning tea provided. Suits ages 5-10.

Time: 10.00am - 12.00pmMeeting place: Kalkari Discovery Centre, Ku-ring-gai Chase Rd, Mt Colah.Cost: $10. Bookings and prepayment are essential - Book online at

www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au or phone 02 9253 0888

Sunday July 14 - Aboriginal WilderQuest -Tracks and Trails Ku-ring-gai Chase NP

Join one of our expert Aboriginal Discovery rangers to search for the tracks and scats of the creatures who call Ku-ring-gai National Park home. Learn about traditional food sources and play some wild games and make some cool craft. Suits ages 5-10.

Time: 10.00am - 12.00pmMeeting place: Kalkari Discovery Centre, Ku-ring-gai Chase Rd, Mt Colah. Cost:

$10. Bookings and prepayment are essential - Book online at www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au or phone 02 9253 0888

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Middle Dural Public SchoolBy Kate Welshman

Cosmetic procedures at schoolDon’t expect to see Mrs Mills with a frozen forehead

or Mrs McLennan with fish lips, but do expect to see some new mature parkland trees in our school grounds the next time you drive past. Last month our lovely grounds went under the knife, thanks to the generosity of Morrie Maait and his company, Alpine Treemovals. Morrie donated and planted a total of nine huge trees, using some serious excavation equipment. Just when we thought our gardens couldn’t get any more beautiful…

Footsteps dance programStudents across the grades have been participating

in the Footsteps dance program this term, under the capable instruction of Chantal. It’s now an ongoing part of the school’s curriculum and another great opportunity for cross-age interaction.

Kitchen garden programOur illustrious P & C Association President Alecia

McGill has been doubling as a food technology teacher again this term. Recently she taught our student chefs to make pumpkin scones, which went down a treat at recess. Thank you Alecia for making learning so fun (and yum!).

zone cross-countryMiddle Dural’s finest young athletes competed at

zone cross-country last month. The event was held at Fagan Park on a very nippy day, but once competitors were running they didn’t seem to notice. I saw Jesse, Sarah, Summer, Kirralee, Madeleine and Richard compete. All our runners performed well, with Kirralee and Madeleine well up in their pack. Well done! From my position on a fold-up chair under a blanket, the course looked very steep and tough.

Galston high School Visits Parliament houseGalston High School captains attended

a leadership day at Parliament House a few weeks ago where they had the honour to meet the Governor of NSW, Maree Bashir. Harrison and Stella spent time talking to the Governor about a variety of topics, including their work on the leadership team at Galston. They also met several members of Parliament who discussed their leadership roles in the wider community. This valuable information will be brought back to Galston and shared amongst the prefect body to enhance their ability to lead Galston High School into the future.

It is also worth noting that some students from Galston High School were involved in the Red Shield Appeal held a short time ago. These students raised $1000 and are highly commended for their efforts.

hillside Public School NewsKnitting Club by Student Reporters Annie & Georgia

Every year, Hillside Public School supports an important charity called ‘Wrap with Love’. Wrap with Love began in 1992 and their motto is ‘Cold humanity is our concern, people caring about other people.’ Their aim is to help as many people as possible by providing warm Wraps to ward off hypothermia.

The Hillside knitters join together every Wednesday morning in Mrs Fraser’s room to knit squares. Even beginners are welcome, as Mrs Fraser and Mrs Hoogesteger are happy to teach people how to knit. Some parents and grandparents join us every Wednesday as well, and that makes it so much easier because we all know that the grandparents are great knitters.

All of the squares are sewn together to make blankets for people less fortunate than us. We really feel like we can contribute in making an effort to help other people. We would like to thank everyone that helps us and we have already finished one whole blanket, with more to come.

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News from St BenedictsConstruction has begun on the long-planned disabled access

to the Parish Centre. Building activity has made moving around the church a little difficult (especially during wet weather) but the end result will definitely be worth the short term inconvenience. The picture shows work well under way.

A wonderful First Holy Communion for 30 young parishioners was celebrated on Sunday 2nd June. In spite of the rainy day, everyone enjoyed the ceremony and the abundant morning tea that followed the celebratory Mass.

The Broken Bay Diocese, our parish’s broader church family, will be holding a Bible Conference looking at the Gospel of Luke at Waitara on 9 -10 August. This is open to everyone. For more details contact the Parish Office on 96532312.

And we’ve set the date for the annual Parish Fete – Sunday 22 September! Put the date for this popular local event in your diary now.

Weekend Mass Times

St. Benedict’s Catholic Church Arcadia; Mass at the Monastery, 121 Arcadia Rd, Arcadia, at 7 am every morning.

Mass at the Parish Centre, Corner Fagans Rd & Arcadia Rd. 7 pm Saturday, 9 am Sunday

Year 12 students from Galston High School who help with the Red Shield Appeal Today

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Glenorie Mission Church“For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities –

his eternal power and divine nature – have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse.” Romans 1: 20.

Man is very good at justifying his position. He frequently devises clever arguments to support his views. It’s easy to take a standpoint on almost anything and everything. Have you ever met anyone who gets worked up about the absolute truth of their position while being totally convinced of the utter foolishness of those who disagree with them? Someone who takes an opposing view can be equally convincing but rarely are two opposite viewpoints both right.

Criminals usually have an excuse for their deeds, perhaps to gain a lighter sentence or possibly just to enable them to live with themselves. Either way, they are not dealing in truth.

Many of history’s tyrants have managed to persuade large numbers of people to follow them even though they were wicked and self serving. Multitudes of seemingly rational people have been led into great folly by the influence of misguided leaders. Why? was the reality not obvious for all to see?

Why do we so readily listen to and follow falsehood? Is it that we listen to what we really want to hear, the easier option, or the most comfortable fit? Truth seems to be of secondary importance to those who do not want to hear.

Arguments about the origin of man, the creation of the world and the existence of God have occupied man for centuries. Clever, convincing arguments go round and round.

“i am the Alpha and the Omega says the lord God, who is and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty” Rev 1:8

We are only chattering in the interim between first and last. We need to recognize our position and be silent. God’s Word, the Bible, strips away our arguments and tells us that the evidence of God is all around us and is clearly seen, so that we are without excuse.

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Cumberland Orchid Circle inc. The next meeting of the Cumberland Orchid Circle will

be on Wednesday 24th July 2013 in Community of Christ Neighbourhood Centre at 10-14 Taylor Street, West Pennant Hills. The meeting will start at 8.00pm and will last approx 2.0 hrs. This month’s meeting is a Cultural Night and members who are having problems with any plant or have a question about anything associated with orchids are encouraged to bring it up at the meeting, where other members can offer advice about the problem. If you are bringing along a plant for advice, please let an experienced member see the plant before you bring it into the hall as we do not want a diseased plant in the hall which is liable to infect other plants in the hall.

At each meeting there is a sales table selling plants brought along by members, in addition to accessories used for orchid culture. During our supper interval, there will be time to “compare notes” and seek advice from other members.

Visitors & new members are always welcome. For more information, contact the Circle’s secretary on 0412 982 830.

Winter Orchid Show at home hub hills – Castle hill

From Thursday 11th July till Sunday 14th July, during shopping hours, Home Hub Hills, in the North Tower at the top end of Showground Rd, Castle Hill, will host a Winter Orchid Show by Cumberland Orchid Circle. On show will be many of the orchids in flower at this time of the year and there will be members of the Circle present at all times to discuss orchids and their culture as well as advise on any cultural problems that members of the public may have. The Circle will also maintain a sales table where orchids, many in bloom, may be purchased for very little cost and also conduct repotting demonstrations. Free cultural information leaflets will be available covering the cultivation of many specific orchid genera. There will also be a raffle where orchid plants can be won, the proceeds of this raffle being donated to the Westmead Hospital Medical Research Foundation.

For further information on Cumberland Orchid Circle or the show please contact the Circles secretary on 0412982830.

NSW Begonia Society Monthly Meeting. Sunday 21st July 2013 at 1:30pm.

Bloomin’ Greenery Nursery 226 Annangrove Road ANNANGROVE. NSW 2156

Speaker’s topic is “Rhizomatous Begonias.”

Visitors Welcome.

Details: Ross 02 9679 1386. Email info@begoniansw.com.au Website www.begoniansw.com.au

The Australian Plants SocietyThe Australian Plants Society-North Shore group will meet at

the Willow Park Community Hall, 25 Edgeworth David Avenue, Hornsby at 8 pm on July 12th.

Jeremy Smith will speak on “Floristry with Native Flowers”. Visitors welcome.

Further information at www.blandfordia.org.au

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Electricians

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We also specialize in Clipsal home automation / energy management systems.

For prompt service call Derrell on 0418 279 830.Proudly servicing the local community since 1972

For all electrical installations, repairs and maintenance.

Electronic and TV Repairs

Landscape Services and Supplies

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Fencing & Farm Services

Farrier Services

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Deadline for August Edition15th July

8500 copies distributed

The Galston & Glenorie Community News & Hills Rural News

Ph 9653 1321 Fax 9652 1147 PO Box 211 Galston NSW 2159

Advertising Vicki 0412 271 800 advertising@galstoncommunity.com.auEditorial Diana 02 9653 1321 editorial@galstoncommunity.com.auAds/Artwork/Design 02 9653 1321 info@galstoncommunity.com.au

The Galston & Glenorie Community News & the Hills Rural Community News is a joint venture between Adelphi Design &

Print and The Hills Rural Business Chamber. Magazine Design & Print by Adelphi Design & Print

Phone 9652 1193www.adelphi.net.au. Enquiries to diana@adelphi.net.au

The Hills Rural Business Chamber - Correspondence to: PO Box 29 Galston NSW 2159 or email

President@hillsrural.com.au

Material appearing in this magazine is subject to copyright and may not be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher. Every effort is

made to ensure accuracy of all information in this publication however no responsibility is accepted by the publisher for the content of offers made by advertisers or editorial comment. The publisher reserves the right to alter,

omit or change editorials and advertisements.

Important Local InformationHELP & INFORMATION SERVICESGeneral Emergencies 000

Energy Australia Emgy

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Hornsby Hospital

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Hills Shire Council

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Lifeline (24 hours)

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Poisons Information Line

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Police - Hornsby

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Sydney Water

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LOCAL JP’s Michael Bell, Arcadia - 9653 1365 Bernie Triebe & Kerron May, Bendigo Bank Galston - 9653 2227

Cathy Vipond, Hills Accounting, Glenorie - 9652 2400Cherrybrook Shopping Village, Shepherds Drive, every Saturday morning

10am to noon. There will be JP at Dural Library Wednesdays between 1pm and 3pm.

Hornsby Branch of the NSW Justices Association meets monthly at the Asquith Leagues Club opposite Waitara rail station.. All JP members and potential members welcome.

Enquiries to Gavin Moehead JP 9489 4662 or 0407 229 203.

LOCAL BUSHFIRE SERVICES

Arcadia Bush Fire 9656 1296

Arcadia Fire Captain Peter Jacobs 0415 369 683

Galston Bush Fire Captain Peter Griffiths 0404 085 145

Glenorie Bush Fire 9652 2017

Middle Dural Bush Fire Captain Len Best 0408 220 705

Hills Rural Fire Service District Office 9654 1244

Hornsby Fire Svcs HQ 9883 2000

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HYDROCLEANAll aspects of Pressure cleaning and

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1st Dural ScoutsBoys and Girls welcome

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ACACIA (Living Life) Exercise programme for over 65’s. FREE. Every Tuesday 9.30 to 10.30 am Galston Uniting Church 11 School Road - Galston. Enquiries Melanie 9456 7103Aglow Australia Pennant Hills - A network of caring women, meeting on the 4th Thursday at 10am-12.30pm. Excellent speakers, child minding and morning tea. Contact Glenys on 0401 770 859. Venue Thornleigh Community Centre, Cnr Phyllis & Central Avenue Thornleigh.ALANON Family Group meets 8pm each Friday at the Galston Community Health Centre. For more details call 9264 9255. Trying to live with someone who has a drinking problem? Come along to these meetings.APEX Australia is a service organisation that is about making friends, helping others and having fun, open to anyone 18-45. Further info. please contact Sydney D.G 0412 400 452, National Office 18000 APEX0 or website. “Heart of a Community, Hope of a Nation”.Arcadia Community Hall - 136 Arcadia Road, Arcadia. Available for functions. Inspections welcome. Bookings call 9847 6504Arcadia Markets – May & November at Arcadia Public School, 140 Arcadia Rd, Arcadia. www.arcadiaschool.com.au Enquiries: Meegen 0419 262 850 New Stallholders always welcome. Arcadian Quilters Meetings held at the Galston Community Health Centre on the 1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesday at 9.30am (day group) and 2nd & 4th Monday at 7.30pm (evening group). Phone Medley on 9894-7749.Association of Independent Retirees (AIR) Ltd. Meetings are held on the first Friday of each month at 10 am. Meetings are at Yarrara Rd Pennant Hills. Contact John Guthrie on 9634 6727.Castle Hill Art Society - Monthly Meetings and Art Demostrations are held at Castle Hill Art Society - 155 Ridgecorp Drive, Castle Hill on th first Wednesday of each month at 7.30 p.m. Enquires Ph. 98993179Circular Keys Chorus are always seeking would-be Divas. De-stress as you learn to sing acappella 4 part harmony with passionate CKC singers. Rehearsals in Castle Hill Wednesdays 7.30-10.pm. Contact Janet 9653 2959, email info@circularkeys.org or visit www.circularkeys.orgDural & District Historical Society Inc holds its lecture meetings on the 2nd Saturday of each month at 2pm at History Cottage, 412 Galston Rd Galston. The Cottage is also open to the public from 10am to 4pm on Wed & Sundays. Enquiries to Michael Bell 9653 1365.Dural & District Prostate Cancer Support Group holds its meetings on the third Monday of each month at 7pm at Dural Country Club. Inquiries Roger 9653 2980 or Col 9651 1242.Dural & Districts Senior Citizens’ Club If you are over 50, and you fancy some enjoyable social gatherings, why not come along & join in? We play bingo and/or indoor bowls, and some play Mahjong. We meet from about 9.30am to 2pm every Wednesday at Dural Country Club. Enquiries Helen 9654 3790 AH. Dural & Hills District Garden Club - Meetings at 8pm on 1st Wednesday of each month at Mid Dural Fire Station, 57 Mid Dural Road. Further information contact Di Glasgow 0409 909 161 or email mooo_poo@yahoo.com.auDural-Glenorie Scouts - Joeys (aged 6–7 years), Cubs (aged 8–10 years) and Scouts (aged 11–15 years) meet weekly at the Scout Hall in Galston Road, Galston. Learn new skills, challenge yourself, experience outdoor activities, make new friends, have fun! Contact Warren Payne (W) 9622 2251 or (H) 9652 1713.Friends of Fagan Park Volunteer group actively preserving the remarkable rural history of Hornsby Shire. The Friends meet every Tuesday from 9am to 4pm maintaining historic Netherby Cottage and its garden and also restoring farm machinery and implements to working order. Members of the public and new friends are always welcome! Open days are the 2nd Sunday of each month, 1.30pm to 4.00pm, and other special occasions. Contact Ian Browning. M: 0419 435 475 E: isandian@tpg.com.auFerry Artists Gallery – Old Northern Road, Wisemans Ferry 2775. ph: 02 4566 4385, for info on workshops and membership see www.ferryartists.org Galston Area Residents’ Association Inc meets at the Galston Primary School Library, School Road, Galston on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 8pm. Enquiries to 0403 076 175. New members always welcome.Galston Branch CWA meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Galston Community Health Centre. New members are sure of a friendly welcome. Enquiries to Gai 9653 2991 or Robyn 9894 7510.Galston Carers Group – Meets 3rd Monday of the month from 3.00 -4.30 pm at Galston Community Health Centre, 17 Arcadia Road [cnr of The Glade], Galston. All carers welcome. Next meeting 15th October. Tel 9477 9817 or 9653 2235.Galston Community Hall - 37 Arcadia Road, Galston available for functions, air-conditioned, inspections welcome. Bookings call Robyn on 0414 647 638.Galston Community Health Centre - This centre is an outreach of Hornsby & Ku-ring-gai Health Service and is situated at 17 Arcadia Road, Galston (cnr of The Glade). Enq. 9653 2235.Galston Computer Pals for Seniors Club – Would you like some Computer Lessons? Joining Fee $20. Plus $50 for Twenty

lessons, or $80 for Forty Lessons. Phone: Rosemary Ansley (9651 2175) or John Eland (9651 2940). Galston Garden Club - New members are always welcome. Meetings held at 8pm on the second Wednesday of every month at the Galston Community Centre. For further information contact Bill Fleming on 9653 2394.Galston VIEW Club - will be holding its July, Luncheon Meeting at Dural Country Club, Dural, commencing at 11.am on Wednesday 24th July 2013, with entertainment to be provided by Magician, Jonas Jost. Visitors are welcome. Inquiries Vivien 9894-1189 Girl Guides - Girls 9-14 meet on Mondays at 7pm, contact Sarah 0433 125 873. Meet at Galston Guide Hall, Galston Road, Galston. You will take part in great activities by helping organise exciting events, learning new life skills, being part of the outdoors, expressing your creativity and much more.Glenorie Maroota Bioregional Forum – Meets at 7.30pm on the first Wednesday of each month at Glenorie Community Hall. Let us know of your local environment and heritage concerns. Contact Carolyn Hall on carolyn@dhphc.com.auGlenorie Progress Association Holds its meetings on the 2nd Thursday of each month 7.30pm in the Palms Room, Glenorie RSL. All Welcome. Ph 9652 2454.Hills Budgerigar Club Meet on the 4th Friday of each month, except December at the North Rocks Community Hall. Everyone welcome. Enquiries to Peter on 9888 5631.Hills Community Aid No Interest Loans up to $1,000 - for whitegoods, furniture, computers, essential repairs etc. Contact Hills Community Aid 9639 8620, enq@hca.org.au or www.hca.org.au.Hills Farmers’ & Gourmet Food Mkt - 2nd Saturday of the month, 8am-12pm, Castle Hill Showground. www.hawkesburyharvest.com.auHills Shire Garden Club - Meetings held on 3rd Monday of the month at 1.00 p.m. at Kellyville Community Hall, Wrights Rd. Kellyville. Enq. 9624 5034. Hills RSL Sub Branch - Monthly meetings held at The Galston Club, 2pm on the last Tuesday of each month. Enquiries 9653 2565. The Hills Trefoil Guild (Guides NSW) meet at 10am on the third Friday of each month, in the Guide Hall in Bounty Avenue, Castle Hill. Any lady prepared to make the Guide Promise may become a member; past involvement is not necessary. Enquiries to Helen on 9654 3790 A/H.Hills Evening View Club holds their dinner meetings at the Dural Country Club on the first Wednesday of every month, at 7.00pm. VIEW is seen as a voice for all women. Share a meal, make new friends and support The Smith Family. New members especially welcomed. Enquiries Eva 0412 447 746 / 9634 5741 AHHornsby Ku-ring-gai Four Wheel Drive Club is a family orientated club that meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 8.00pm at Hornsby Heights Community Centre, Galston Road, Hornsby Heights. www. hk4wd.com.auJP SERVICES are available at Cherrybrook Shopping Village on Saturday mornings from 1000 am to noon. JP’s are also at Hornsby, Pennant Hills, and Epping Libraries on some days. Check with Library for days and times before attending. Inquiries Kay on 8812 2479 or 0410 688 886, or Gavin on 9489 4662 or 0407 289 203. Living Life Without Children - Support Group meets once a month for childless couples, now in their 40s and 50s, finding it difficult or lonely living life without children. Contact Carol. email: feather@iprimus.com.auPennant Hills Photographic Club meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Mondays each month at 8pm in the Uniting Church Hall cnr Boundary Rd and Bellamy St, Pennant Hills. www.phpc.org.au.Probus Club of Dural Galston - will hold it’s next meeting at 10am on Thursday 16th May at The Galston Club in Arcadia Road. The speaker will be Jack McBurney “History of the Storekeepers of Sydney”. Visitors welcome. Contact Anne 9653 1004. Rotary Club of Galston meets every Tuesday at The Galston Club at 6.30 for 7pm. New members welcomed. Contact Peter 0419 011 750 peteainscow@gmail.comRowland Village Workshop Club invites enquiries about the Club from members of the wider community who are 55 and over years of age. Contact Michael Bell on 96531365.Soroptimist International of The Hills District Inc is having a movie night Wednesday 5th June 2013 at Castle Hill Events Cinema.”The Great Gatsby”,dress up and live the 30’s .$25 including a gift bag. Contact Bev 96390638 or Jenny 0414768027Shakespeare Group - meets monthly at Galston on the 2nd Thursday morning, 9am to 12.30. No cost to belong, just a delight in reading great Bards words. Further information call Isabelle 9679 1338.Social Dance Workshops - Pennant Hills Community Centre, Yarrara Road. $7. Contact Felicity 9456 2860, 0434 437 522. Old time contemporary, set & couple dances. Specialising in Australian, Irish & Scottish Folk Dance. Beginners & experienced dancers.Still Creek Landcare Group - Have a say and help in the future of our catchments in Galston, Arcadia and Berrilee. We meet at 7:30pm on the 2nd Thursday of each month at The Galston Club Committee Room. For more information Visit www.

StillCreekLandcare.com.au or e-mail StillCreekLandcare@iinet.net.au or Contact Nick on 9653 2056.

ChurChesGalston Uniting Church - Service times 10.00am. Children’s programmes KUCA for children K-6, each Friday of the school term 5.30-7.00pm. CRAFT group Thursday evenings of the school term from 7.00 to 10.00pm. OVER 55’s for seniors 2nd Monday of each month from 10am to 12noon. Other groups of interest:- Men’s Choir, Ladies Choir. For all enquiries, please call the church office on 9653 2039. 11 School Road Galston. Galston Seventh Day Adventist Church - Every Saturday 9.30am to 10.45am Bible Study, 11am to 12noon Church Service at 49 Arcadia Rd Galston. Every Wednesday 7.30pm Prayer Group. Contact Minister Andrew Russell 0403 840 348.Glenorie Community Church - Pentecostal and Evangelical – meets every Sunday at 10.00am. Healing Service at 6.30pm last Sunday of every month. Ladies meeting at 10.30am first Tuesday of every month. All welcome. 1507 Old Northern Road, Glenorie. Pastor A.Valich - Phone 9634 3505, Church 9652 0577.Glenorie Mission Church - Sunday School 9am, Sunday Service 10.15am, Girls Brigade Tuesdays at 6.30pm. 1409 Old Northern Road (Cnr Muscios Rd), Glenorie. Enquiries 9652 1203.Hillslife Church - Meets every Sunday at Galston Public School. Pastors Leigh and Heidi Davy. Ph: 02 9653 2807. For more details go to www.hillslife.comSt. Benedict’s Catholic Church Arcadia Mass at the Monastery, 121 Arcadia Rd, Arcadia, at 7am every morning. Mass at the Parish Centre, Ph. 9653-2312. Corner Fagans Rd & Arcadia Rd. 7pm Saturday, 9am Sunday Parish Priest; Fr. David Orr OSB 0400-371-260.St. Columb’s Anglican Church, Arcadia – Sundays at 9.30 am. Coffee n’ craft group meets on Fridays at 9.30 am – enquiries Beverley 9653.1790.

LoCaL sports assoCiationsDural Country Club Bowling Clubs – New members are welcome. Free lessons are available to men and women wishing to learn lawn bowls and meet a new social network. Ring9653 1250 or 9489 3739 to speak to one of our trained coaches.Dural Country Club Fishing Club meet at Dural Country Club on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:30pm. Activities include a monthly offshore charter, estuary and open fishing, organised short stay holidays and great social BBQ’s. New members welcome. Contact Murray on 0407 950 939 or Bruce on 0428 970 439. Dural Rugby Club - Enquiries, please contact the registrar Eric Flanagan, email efl86029@bigpond.net.au or phone 0412 230 328 or visit our website http://dural.rugbynet.com.au.Galston Glenorie Amateur Fishing Club Meets at 7.30pm at The Galston Club on the 1st Wednesday of each month. The meeting has a raffle at 7pm with lots of prizes and every meeting has a guest speaker. Enquiries call Lachlan on 0438 801 170 or Warren on 0416 061 428.Galston Glenorie Cricket Club - For further details regarding season events, grades and registration, please contact 0400 747 767.Galston Equestrian Club - New Members are always welcome. Training/Competition days held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at the Rural Sports Facility Centre off Mansfield Road. Enquiries can be made to Liz on 0409 992 920 or to go to the Galston Equestrian Club’s website at www.galstonequestrianclub.org.au.Galston Netball Club All enquiries to galstonnetballclub@gmail.com or visit the website www.galston.netball.asn.auHills AUSSI Masters Swimming Club meets at Galston Aquatic Centre on Galston Road on Tuesdays at 7:30pm. Whether you want to swim laps, compete in competitions, or just have fun, fitness and friendship Ring Di on 9652 1215.Hills Hawks Soccer Club. For season details & registrations call Vivian Mepstead on 0432 333 091 or vivmep@gmail.com.Hills Hawks Softball Club. Our competition is held during the summer season (September to March, excluding school holidays) at Hayes Park, Galston. We welcome new members! For enquiries please contact our registrar Hazel Postill on 0414 474 461 or visit our website: http://hillshawks.softball.org.au.Tennis / Squash Social Group - looking for new players. Call Karen 0412 485 411 or email tennisandsquash@live.com.auTennis Court for Hire Galston - At rear of Galston Community Hall. Available Day or Night, Mobile 0414 918 467.Tennis Court for Hire Glenorie - Les Shore Reserve. Available Day or Night. Phone 0404 600 460.Tennis Court for Hire Hillside Public School on Cattai Ridge Rd is offering members of the public to hire their tennis court for a minimal fee. 12 month membership $50 per family or $8 per hour. Please contact Hillside Public School on 9652 1459.

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