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Paddock of purple- Paterson’s Curse spring prevalence

Paddock of purple- Paterson’s Curse spring prevalence

The Riverina Local Land Services area is seeing a dramatic increase in Paterson’s Curse infestations this spring. There are a few reasons for that. Primarily, we have been coming out of drought that has left plant ground cover depleted and plant competition with weeds...
Council Column- 3 November 2020- Councillor Marg Roles

Council Column- 3 November 2020- Councillor Marg Roles

I planted here, to-day, a strong young tree. Rich soil it has, and sun, and space to grow; And who, I wonder, in the years to be Will seek its boughs’ soft shade;Thus wrote the Australian poet CJ Dennis. Shade has always played an important role in the liveability...
Hilltops Christmas Spending Spree

Hilltops Christmas Spending Spree

The festive season is fast approaching, and Hilltops shoppers will be rewarded yet again this year with the opportunity to win big in the Hilltops Christmas Spending Spree promotion being rolled out by local Chambers and participating businesses. An organising...
Council Column- 26 October 2020- Councillor Rita O’Connor

Council Column- 26 October 2020- Councillor Rita O’Connor

As we learn to adapt to a  COVID-safe community, activity is thriving in Hilltops. The magnificent spring has seen huge growth of crops and tourists have come out in droves. Visitor Information Centres have been kept busy as have cafes and retail outlets. While this...
Council Column- 21 October 2020- Mayor Brian Ingram

Council Column- 21 October 2020- Mayor Brian Ingram

On Monday I attended the CWA South West Group Annual General Meeting and Conference in Harden. I thank the committee for inviting me to speak to members and guests and congratulate them on a successful gathering of the group in a COVID safe way. As summer approaches...
Council Column- 13 October 2020- Councillor John Horton

Council Column- 13 October 2020- Councillor John Horton

Over the past six Months I have talked about the light at the end of the Dark COVID-19 virus tunnel. At long last it seems Hilltops is emerging from the dark without any outbreaks. Again my congratulations go to all residents for sticking to the many restrictions...