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April 30, 2021 0 Comments Activities, Book Club

Author Belinda Alexandra redefines the meaning of ‘crazy cat lady’ in her latest book

A ‘cat lady’ is usually defined as a middle aged woman who generally lives alone with an absurd number of cats. But renowned author of nine bestselling novels, Belinda Alexandra doesn’t believe today’s cultural stereotype of a cat lady. She believes a …

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April 27, 2021 0 Comments Activities

“I chose cycling because it’s a great way to exercise and it’s good for physical and mental health”: Mayor Byrne talks about why she loves cycling

Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne took up cycling in 2018 to improve her health and get fit after being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. She also wanted to see the great bike paths in the Hills Shire firsthand and …

Set off on a bushland adventure this autumn

Explore The Hills with The Hills Shire Council’s Guided Walks Program! The program lists 10 bushwalks that vary in length and intensity level. They are located across the Shire, which gives walkers a totally different experience. The Hills Guided Walks Program includes: …

April book of the month – Loud

Dive into the world of rock ‘n’ roll with the book of the month for April – Loud by Tana Douglas. Synopsis: What goes on tour stays on tour — unless you’re the the first woman roadie in the world. At just …

The Honey & Egg Man

Stretching all the way back to 1856, long before Roughley House began to serve The Hills Shire as a time-capsule of colonial life, or playing host to the popular ‘Jazz at the Pines’ music event; it was the Roughley family home.

Five things you can do this rainy weekend

Do some arts and crafts The Hills Shire Library Service has a vast range of online databases, and one of those websites library members have access to is the Hobbies and Craft Reference Centre. It has everything from sculpting to painting, and …

Fountain gone to the dogs

Have you been wondering about the former life of the water fountain in George Suttor Park at Baulkham Hills? Exactly what was the purpose of this sandstone box with its pitched roof nestled in a rose garden – now fitted with a …

Puppy Playtime in The Hills

There’s never been a better time to go outside and enjoy the sun with your furry friends. Bring your playful pets to one of the seven off-leash dog parks within The Hills area and enjoy the outside experience as they play and …

This Old House

Take a walk back through time to life in The Hills Shire in the 1800s with This Old House. This biographical read provides a rare glimpse into the personal lives of the original owners of Roughley House, narrated by descendant Max Roughley. …

March book of the month – Perfect Motion

Get moving with the powerful book of the month for March – Perfect Motion: How walking makes us wiser by Jono Lineen. Synopsis: Since our first ancestor rose up to place one foot in front of another, our desire to walk has produced …