Galston Uniting Church has recognised Amy Kosilo for leading an appreciation project at the Galston Early Learning Centre. She worked with the centre's Preschool team, and the project helped children think about nature, community and caring for Country. Later in the month, Amy Kosilo, Catherine Koutlis and Daniela Palmer attended the 2026 NSW Early Years Nature Connections Conference. The centre plans to grow its Bush Program so children can explore and learn about the natural world.
A community bank has given $5,000 to volunteers at Fagan Park to buy and install showcases for the historical artefacts held in the homestead room. The showcases will protect fragile objects while letting visitors see them clearly. Bank staff say they back local projects that protect the area's history and improve shared spaces. The branch said it is proud to work with The Friends of Fagan Park. It added that it can reinvest profits in the town because customers keep banking with it.
A local history society will hold its Annual General Meeting on 10 October. The group aims to preserve the history of a road built between 1826 and 1836 in the upper Hunter Valley. The society has also been asked to help archive records for “Warrah”, an organisation in Dural that provides special assistance. History Cottage in Galston will host an open afternoon on 25 October, featuring a talk on the Hudsons and Clyde Engineering.
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Stockman Rural Supplies in Galston has appointed a rescued cat named Tabitha as its newest team member. Tabitha was rescued from Sydney's streets by Jenny Fisher, who runs FosterJen 2072, and was rehabilitated before moving to the country. Her duties include rodent control, protecting stock, and greeting customers for photos. She recently chose the winner of an in-store prize giveaway. Followers can find the selection process on the store's Facebook page and Fisher's full story on Instagram.
Five rural studios in Dural, Galston and Arcadia will open to the public on November 7 and 8, showcasing the work of 35 artists. Visitors can explore the unique spaces where artworks are created and engage with the artists. The event, supported by Bendigo Bank, features thousands of artworks for sale and has grown into an annual tradition over 40 years. Admission is free, with studios open from 9am to 5pm both days.
