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25.01.2022 HORNSBY HERITAGE WALK | Come on a walk with us down memory lane - Discover Hornsby’s rich social and cultural past on our new self-guided historic walking tour around the original business and retail precinct of Hornsby. Pick up one of the Hornsby Heritage Walk brochures at the libraries or Council chambers, and visit 26 historic location on an easy grade walk, which takes about 90 minutes to complete. You can also download the brochure and map at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//loca/Hornsby-Heritage-Walk

24.01.2022 UPDATED: ROAD CLOSURES | We have two road closures tonight in the Shire: Laughtondale Gully Road is being closed tonight due to trees down and will be cleared by RFS tomorrow. Mid Dural Road, between Old Northern Road and Johnson Road, is also closed due to multiple wires down causing an electrical hazard. The clearing of the wires is being managed by Transport for NSW. ... MID DURAL ROAD HAS REOPENED 7.25AM WED. Please keep an eye here on our Facebook page for further updates, and plan your journeys using alternate routes.

23.01.2022 THROWBACK THURSDAY | On a hot Saturday in June 1919, the hall of the School of Arts in Galston was beautifully decorated with flowers, flags and greenery. A large sign above the stage read Welcome Home. Hundreds of people turned up to welcome home seven returned Galston soldiers. Proceedings opened with the audience standing and singing God save the King with the Arcadia Brass Band accompanying. The President of Hornsby Shire Council, Councillor P. A. James, made a patri...otic speech, followed by a song by Hornsby local Mrs Irons and a violin solo by Miss Clark, also of Hornsby. Then came the principal item on the programme: the presentation of gold medals to each of the soldiers. On Saturday 14 June 1919, the Cumberland Argus reported: The band took the stage, playing When Tommy comes marching home, and then, as the men marched up through the centre of the hall, led by Captain Calderwood, M.C. , on to the stage, See the Conquering hero come, amidst deafening cheering which lasted for some time. Mr Edward Fuller presented the medals with the aid of the Galston knitting girls, who pinned the medals on each man’s breast. [] It was unanimously agreed that the function was the most brilliant and successful ever seen in Galston. The returned soldiers were: Captain S.C. Calderwood, M.C. Privates V. E. Flarey, R,H Quarmby, E. R. Wells, E C. Newland, Troopers J R. Pearce and E. J. Wells. For more historic pictures, documents and stories from Hornsby Shire check out http://www.hornsbyshirerecollects.com.au

23.01.2022 SUMMER READING CLUB 2020 | Thanks to Suzy Spindoll's School of Hooping for launching this year's Summer Reading Club with an awesome Circus Skills Workshop. Be part of our summer reading fun this year, watch Suzy's video until the end of this week and start reading, reading, reading There are some amazing stories to be discovered : https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//l/Summer-Reading-Club-2020

23.01.2022 FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES IS BACK!!! | Starting from 16 October, Friday Night Vibes is once again returning. Join us on Facebook every Friday night from 6pm for exclusive music sessions, meeting four new artists who will play a huge range of classic hits, originals and much more. Stay tuned! Check out our website to find out more: hornsby.nsw.gov.au/lifestyle/events/Friday-Night-Vibes

20.01.2022 WASTE MATTERS | It’s National Recycling Week, so we thought we’d share some of our top recycling myths. Find out more about National Recycling Week at https://recyclingnearyou.com.au/nationalrecyclingweek/ #wastemattershornsby

20.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY | Have your say on the Draft Community & Cultural Facilities Strategic Plan now on exhibition. Help us answer some of the questions, such as where should facilities be located how big do they need to be, and what spaces and services should they include? The plan focuses on: Libraries Community and cultural centres... Scout and guide halls Historical society buildings Other Council-owned facilities providing social and/or cultural services Exhibited Until: 31 January 2021 Get involved and have your say at https://future.hornsby.nsw.gov.au

19.01.2022 PENNANT HILLS TOWN CENTRE | Council, in partnership with Transport for NSW, have introduced 40km/h speed limits throughout the Pennant Hills town centre. 40km/h signs have been installed and the maximum speed limit for those areas will be 40km/h at all times. Driving at lower speeds improves a driver’s ability to stop quickly and react to the unexpected. This creates a safer road environment for all road users, particularly vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, pedestrians and cyclists. Find out more at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//road-sa/pennant-hills-hpaa

19.01.2022 THURSDAY THROWBACK | Roy Jones showing off his new Fargo truck in Alexandria Parade, Waitara, in the 1940s. In the background can be seen building work on the flats that many will recognise. The building on the corner of Waitara Avenue was a newsagency in early times, while in recent years it operated as a curiosity shop and then a display suite. For more historic pictures, documents and stories from Hornsby Shire check out http://www.hornsbyshirerecollects.com.au

18.01.2022 ON THE ROAD | Look out, there are road works at Galston Gorge over the coming weeks, starting this Sunday 18 October. Expect both full and partial road closures during the 45 night shifts and 10 day shifts scheduled to upgrade and replace nine drains and clean and stabilise four embankments on Galston Road, between Hornsby Heights and Galston. Works are expected to be completed by 18 December. Find all the details for this project and other current road works at https://www....hornsby.nsw.gov.au/roadworks Drive safely everyone!

18.01.2022 TRACKWORK ALERT | Travelling by public transport on Saturday night? Just be aware, your carriage might turn into a pumpkin (ahem...we mean bus) at midnight Buses replace trains between Central and Strathfield on Saturday 28 November from 11.30pm until 1.30am. Check https://transportnsw.info/ for more information

18.01.2022 SUSTAINABLE HORNSBY | Don’t forget to register for our ‘Sustainable Hornsby 2040’ webinar next week and have your say on our draft strategy for an innovative and environmentally sustainable Shire with resilient, diverse and thriving communities and ecosystems. Sustainable Hornsby 2040, Tue 13 October @ 6.30pm At this webinar, we will give an overview of ‘Sustainable Hornsby 2040’, including presentations on key elements of the strategy, including biodiversity and conservati...on, urban forests, water and climate change. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions you might have about the draft strategy. Find more information and a registration link at https://future.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/

16.01.2022 CONVERSATIONS WITH CARERS | Next week is National Carers Week, acknowledging and celebrating the valuable contribution of carers in our community. If you are a carer or know one that needs support, there’s a range of informative webinars and online activities available at http://www.carersnsw.org.au/national-carers-week. We’ve also partnered with Northern Sydney regional councils and Northern Sydney Local Health District on a series of virtual talks, Monday 12 Friday 16 O...ctober, 10.30am-12pm. To book, visit lanecove.nsw.gov.au/carersweek

16.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY | There is still time to have your say! The exhibition and feedback periods for the following documents have been extended until 18 December: Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy Draft Play Plan Draft Employment Land Study Draft Economic Development and Tourism Strategy 2020-2025... Get involved and have your say at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/yoursay See more

12.01.2022 OUR BUSHLAND SHIRE | Number 9 in our series of our Bushland volunteers’ Top 20 nature photos. This one is titled Love in Flight" by David Hooper David says: Is nothing sacred in intimate moments? As hover flies demonstrate ‘Nothing’ is impossible, ‘cos where there is a will, there is a way!’"

12.01.2022 GET READY | Summer is here - It’s time to make sure you and your family know what to do in an emergency: Review and discuss your bush fire survival plan Use the Get Prepared app - https://bit.ly/GetPreparedApp Use the Fires Near Me app - https://bit.ly/FiresNearMeApp Know the new Australian Warning System icons

11.01.2022 CONVERSATIONS WITH CARERS | This National Carers Week (12-17 October) we are running a series of free virtual talks about caring for a family member or friend with a disability, mental illness, alcohol or drug dependency, long term health condition or who is frail due to age. Join us for any (or all) of the following talks this week: Let's Talk About Male Carers - Wed 14 October @ 10:30am Better Outcomes For People With An Intellectual Disability- Thu 15 October @ 10:30a...m Trauma, Crisis Management and Care - Fri 16 October @ 10.30am Find out more and book: https://bit.ly/33UK76m

10.01.2022 OUR BUSHLAND SHIRE | Number 10 in our series of our Bushland volunteers’ Top 20 nature photos. This one is titled Big Brother is Watching You" by Ana Rubio Ana says: Each year we are visited by a pair of tawny frogmouths that sit in the tree that leans over our balcony. Some years they come for weeks other times for a day or two, always to the same nook on the same branch - who knows why? To our surprise this year they showed up with a new addition. How wonderful to see a marriage that's stood the test of time! ’

10.01.2022 MEET MARY LI | Millions fell in love with Mao's Last Dancer. Finally here is Mary's story... Meet Mary Li, author of Mary’s Last Dance. Thursday 10 December @6.30 pm, Online Mary’s Last Dance is Australian ballerina Mary Li’s powerful and uplifting memoir about chasing an impossible dream. It is a moving and unforgettable story of passion, dedication and devotion and the highly anticipated sequel to Mary’s husband Li Cunxin's bestselling memoir, Mao's Last Dancer.... Meet Mary Li online and book at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//librar/Meet-Mary-Li-online

09.01.2022 FIRST NATIONS PLAQUE | Have you seen our new plaque in front of the Council Chambers? The plaque features hand-carved animals representing the totems of the Guringai and Darug tribes, and acknowledges the important place of local First Nations Peoples in our cultural heritage. Carved by Guringai elder, Uncle Laurie Bimson Find out more here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//New-plaque-acknowledges-lo

09.01.2022 WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK | Check out what’s happening this week in the Hornsby Shire: Summer Reading Club Launch 30 November-4 December, Online Meet General Sir Peter Cosgrove 30 November, Online Legal Clinic 1 December, Hornsby Bubs ‘N’ Books 1 December, Online... Preschool Storytime 3 December, Online DCaf Connections 3 December, Warrawee Hornsby Organic Market 3 December, Hornsby Summer Reading Club 3 December-27 January, Online Moving into a Retirement Village 3 December, Online Hornsby Welcome Market 5 December Hornsby Social Inclusion Photo Exhibition Until 30 November, Online Spreadsheets Level 1 for Small Business Until 8 December, Hornsby Carer Support Group Until 20 December, Berowra Seniors Carers Support During COVID-19 Until 20 December, Online For event details check out https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/events If you would like to see your community event listed here and on our website, please submit your event at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/submityourevent Summer Reading Club 2020

08.01.2022 FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES | Now this is exciting - Friday Night Vibes is starting again this week! Tune in here on Facebook this Friday for a chilled music session with our first local artist on the list, Travis Drew. Friday Night Vibes, Fri 16 October @ 6pm Travis is a highly acclaimed performer, having toured internationally and across Australia. You will find yourself in many of Travis’ songs, as he manages to skilfully express the day to day emotions that we all experience... through life. Clear your schedule for Friday, we promise, it’s worth it! https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/fridaynightvibes

07.01.2022 CHECK OUT THE CHAMBER | The Hornsby Chamber of Commerce offers connection and support to help grow your business. If you would like to learn more about what the Chamber does and who’s behind it you can ‘Check out the Chamber, next Friday: Check out the Chamber, Fri 16 October @ 6pm, Online Meet the Chamber’s Executive Team, as well as other enthusiastic members. More info at https://hornsbychamber.com.au/

06.01.2022 WASTE MATTERS | Batteries contain hazardous materials and have the potential to start fires , so you should never dispose of batteries or items containing batteries in your residential bins. Batteries, printer cartridges and mobile phones can be taken to the Community Recycling Centre in Thornleigh or dropped off to the new Community Recycling Stations located at Hornsby Library, Pennant Hills Library and Berowra Library. For a list of all battery collection locations in the Hornsby Shire go to https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au///what-can-i-put-in-my-bins #wastemattershornsby

05.01.2022 SUSTAINABLE SEASON | Impress your family and friends this Christmas using the traditional eco-friendly Japanese gift-wrapping method Furoshiki. It’s easier than it looks! Come and join Yoshie Kumagai for a creative session of sustainable gift wrapping with fabric this Saturday.... Furoshiki Workshop, Sat 28 November @ 11 am & 2pm After last year’s workshops were booked out in no time, we have invited Yoshie to run two online sessions this year. Have your pick: 11 am session: https://bit.ly/Furoshiki2020_1 2pm session: https://bit.ly/Furoshiki2020_2

04.01.2022 WHERE ARE YOU VOTING? | Your electoral district might change! The current district boundaries are being reviewed and the proposed changes could affect some of you. If you are in Normanhurst, Pennant Hills, Thornleigh or Westleigh you might become part of the Wahroonga electorate, and Cherrybrook might join the Hornsby electorate. Have your say and submit your feedback to the NSW Electoral Commission by Wednesday 9 December. Find out more at https://www.elections.nsw.gov.au//Proposed-boundaries-and-

04.01.2022 TRACKWORK ALERT | There is trackwork on the North Shore Line this weekend. Buses replace trains on the North Shore Line between North Sydney and Wynyard. Also, Northern Line Trains runs to a different timetable. Check https://transportnsw.info/ for more information

03.01.2022 COUNCIL MEETING | Council is meeting this Wednesday. Here is what’s on the agenda: General Business COVID-19 Update on Council’s Response Draft Economic Development and Tourism Strategy Investments and Borrowings for 2020/21... General Purpose and Special Purpose Financial Reports Pecuniary Interest and Other Matters Returns Domestic Waste Management Charge Review New Members for the Catchments Remediation Rate Expenditure Review Panel Draft Play Plan Hornsby Employment Land Study Planning Proposal - Vegetation Mapping Update Draft Walking and Cycling Strategy Notices of Motion Strategies for Disability Inclusion Action Plan and Development of an Age Friendly Shire Strategy Find more details on the online council meeting, as well as on how to participate here: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/counc/about-council/meetings Feel free to tune in this Wednesday at 6.30pm and watch the live stream of the Council meeting at http://hornsby.webcastcloud.tv

03.01.2022 ON THE ROAD | Asquith is getting new pedestrian fencing on the median strip on Pacific Highway, just across from the train station. The work will be carried out on weeknights between 8pm and 5am until Friday 18 December. Please be careful and look out for traffic changes during these times. Find all the details of upcoming road works at https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/roadworks... Drive safely everyone! See more

02.01.2022 THROWBACK THURSDAY | Fancy a new necklace or a ring for your darling? If you were after jewellery in Hornsby in the 1930s, 40s and 50s you’d either head over to Station Street and see Claude Rudge or go to Jeweller Arthur Francis Brooks at 175 Peats Ferry Road, opposite the old Woolworths Store (pictured here in the late 40s). Arthur Brooks was born in Braidwood in the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales in 1873. This is where he started out as a jeweller, owning a jewelle...r’s store for many years before moving to Hornsby in the late 1920s. His success as a jeweller continued at his new home and his well-known jewellery store was still operating in 1958. Arthur Brooks passed away in October 1962 in Hornsby. He was in his 90th year. For more historic pictures, documents and stories from Hornsby Shire check out http://www.hornsbyshirerecollects.com.au

02.01.2022 GREENEST SHIRE | Where are all the trees? Here, we say! We have just been rated one of Australia’s greenest Shires! The latest Greener Spaces Better Places report shows we are NSW’s greenest shire with 78.6% green cover. And when we look at all of Australia, we come in second, on par with Yarra Ranges Council, VIC and just a few percent points behind Cairns Regional Council, QLD (82.9%). Keep it up, keep our Shire green Green is great! https://www.greenerspacesbetterplaces.com.au/

01.01.2022 THIRSTY PLANTS | We are in for a hot weekend by the looks of it. Now that it’s starting to heat up, our plants get a bit thirsty. Please help us to keep our plants and trees healthy, and if you can spare a bucket of water a week, our plants on the verge would love it. Thanks for helping to green our Shire

01.01.2022 WASTE MATTERS | Learn how to set up a worm farm at our Worm Farming Webinar on Wednesday 28 October, 5.30pm 7pm. Join our Waste Team as they share their tips on creating a healthy worm farm. You will learn how to transform kitchen scraps into high quality natural fertiliser for your garden. Free for Hornsby Shire residents, bookings essential. For more information go to https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au//worm-farming-workshop-comm #wastemattershornsby

01.01.2022 READING HOUR | What will you read today? Today we are celebrating Australian Reading Hour. You’re invited to stop what you’re doing for an hour, pick up a book and read to yourself or the children in your life. Take the pledge to read today and unwind, get inspired and find joy in books! Head over to our Hornsby Shire Libraries page for some book tips and inspirationor let our Storytimers read a book to your kids: https://www.facebook.com/HornsbyShireLibraries