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Council and RFS Launch Four-Week Bushfire Preparedness Challenge

Published on 30 September 2025

With the bushfire season fast approaching, The Hills Shire Council is proudly backing the Four Weeks to Fire Ready Challenge.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Community Safety, Environment

Recycling Made Easier for The Hills Shire

Published on 19 August 2025

The Hills Shire Council has introduced Recycle Mate, a new online tool designed to simplify recycling for everyone.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Environment

NSW Government Piles More Homes and Pressure on the Hills Shire

Published on 14 August 2025

The Hills Shire Council has raised serious concerns with the State Government’s secretive Housing Delivery Authority’s (HDA) decision to fast-track 5,936 additional homes in our major centres.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Environment, Announcements

Dig in for a Greener Future this National Tree Day

Published on 10 July 2025

This National Tree Day, residents and green thumbs alike are invited to join the nationwide initiative and contribute locally by planting 7,500 plants at Sundowner Parkway in Gables.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Events & Activities, Environment

Cockayne Reserve Opens New Pathways to a More Connected Hills

Published on 17 June 2025

The completion of construction at Cockayne Reserve in Castle Hill unlocks fantastic recreational opportunities for Hills residents and better pedestrian access between local streets.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Improvement Works, Environment, Sports & Recreation, Health & Lifestyle

Explainer Series: Building a New Community

Published on 20 May 2025

We explain the challenges and opportunities that come with building new communities like Box Hill.

Tagged as: , Environment, Blogs

Hills Shire Council Gears Up for Bike Drop Off & Check and Tune

Published on 14 May 2025

The Hills Shire Council has partnered with Revolve Recycling to host a Bike Drop Off & Check and Tune event at Castle Hill Showground.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Events & Activities, Environment, Announcements

Have Your Say on the Draft 2025-26 Hills Shire Plan

Published on 07 May 2025

The Hills Shire Council’s Draft 2025-26 Hills Shire Plan, which details projects and services prioritised for the upcoming financial year, has been released for public feedback.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Business & Economy, Improvement Works, Environment, Announcements

Have Your Say on Council's 25-Year Vision for The Hills

Published on 02 May 2025

The Hills Shire Council is inviting residents to help shape the region’s future by providing feedback on its draft long-term vision, Towards Hills 2050.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Arts & Culture, Events & Activities, Business & Economy, Improvement Works, Community Safety, Environment, Sports & Recreation, Health & Lifestyle

Balcombe Heights Sensory Garden to Honour Long-Serving Hills Volunteer

Published on 20 March 2025

A new sensory garden at Balcombe Heights Estate could soon bear the name of a long-time Hills Shire volunteer, Connie Keith, in recognition of her decades of service.

Tagged as: , Media Releases, Environment, Honours & Celebration

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