Banana & blueberry muffins

Makes 12 Ingredients: 2 cups of self -raising flour 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ cup brown sugar 2 eggs 1/3 cup grapeseed oil 2/3 cup buttermilk 1 cup mashed banana 125g of fresh or frozen blueberries Method: Preheat over to 180 degrees (fan forced) Combine dry...

Inflatable Pool Requirements

  Did you know……..inflatable pools without safety fencing permits could attract fines of up to $550? Mayor of The Hills Shire, Dr Michelle Byrne said standard barrier rules apply if inflatable or portable pools were capable of being filled to a depth...

Recipe: Spiced almond and vanilla granola

This recipe can serve multiple purposes –  make it for yourself as a kick-starter to a healthy summer or make it for family and friends for a wonderful Christmas gift. It’s a lovely way to make something thoughtful and homemade and the kids can get...

HDM visits Quoi Dining

Like most parents, we rarely get the opportunity to head out for a grown up dinner without the kids! When we do get the chance there are limited fine dining options here in the Hills so we often head into the city. Good news! With the recent opening of Quoi Dining on...

Are you eligible for a mammogram?

  Breast cancer. Two little words you never want to hear. It’s so important to check your breasts and, if you’re 40 or older, you’re eligible for a free mammogram. It takes just 15 minutes so there’s no excuse. And the BreastScreen van is...