Events & Social Groups

26.01  Australia Day at The Farm

Celebrate everything that makes our nation great at The Hills Shire’s massive all-day Australia Day party which will include show-stopping performances from your favourite Aussie artists, rides, free kid’s activities, delicious street food, roving performers, fireworks and much more at Bella Vista Farm on 26 January.

Please click here for more information.

This is a The Hills Shire Council event.

12.06  Norwest Community Association Meeting

We love the community spirit in the Norwest area and to ensure its sustainability, we need you! We need people who can assist with events, administration, advocacy, website management and more - people passionate about our community. Our Community Association meets monthly and we invite you to get involved. Come along and make a difference! If you are not yet a member, you can join at the meeting.

Time: 7.30 pm

Venue: Mulpha Norwest Sales & Information Centre, 36 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills

02.07  Live Life Get Active

Come and discover how fitness can build friendships, improve both physical and mental health and general happiness.

When: Monday to Friday 5.30 – 6.15 pm

Where: Outside Norwest Marketown, grassed area by the lake

For information and to register to go norwestcity.com.au/norwestalive

01.08  Live Life Get Active

Come and discover how fitness can build friendships, improve both physical and mental health and general happiness.

When: Monday to Friday 5.30 – 6.15 pm

Where: Outside Norwest Marketown, grassed area by the lake

For information and to register to go norwestcity.com.au/norwestalive

03.08  Friday Happy Hour

You are invited to join us for a relaxing drink and catch up with others from the local community. Meet some people, make new friends.

Where: Castle Hill Country Club, Spurway Drive, Baulkham Hill

When: 1st Friday of each month from 6 pm to 8 pm

We look forward to seeing you there.

15.08  Luncheon Ladies

Come and meet with the girls for fun, friendship and local restaurant experiences. We have lunch on the third Wednesday of each month at 12.00 pm.

Where: The Seed Thai, Lakeside, 8 Century Circuit, Baulkham Hills

RSVP: Please phone Margaret on 0418 461 745 two days prior.

01.09  Voluntary Garden Keepers Group

You are invited to come along and help keep Bella Vista Waters looking good. This is a The Hills Shire Council sponsored monthly garden maintenance group. Supervision, tools and materials are supplied.

Times: first Saturday of the month from 2 pm to 4 pm

Venue & contact information:  Scott Allen on 0419 985 899

02.09  Bella Vista Farm Open Day & Free Spirit Markets

What are you doing on Sunday?  Interested in having a look around Bella Vista Farm?

The doors of the historic homestead are being thrown open with tours by The Friends of Bella Vista. Our volunteers from the Friends of Bella Vista farm are available to chat and answer any question about the Farm and its history. Also relax in the gardens of the Farm or bring a family picnic lunch to enjoy. Explore the homestead and farm buildings.

How about picking up a treat from the Free Spirit Markets while you're there and enjoy a stroll around this beautiful slice of heritage in The Sydney Hills.

When: First Sunday of the month from 9 am to 2 pm

This event is organised by Friends of Bella Vista Farm

03.09  Live Life Get Active

Come and discover how fitness can build friendships, improve both physical and mental health and general happiness.

When: Monday to Friday 5.30 – 6.15 pm

Where: Outside Norwest Marketown, grassed area by the lake

For information and to register to go norwestcity.com.au/norwestalive

03.09  Group Fitness Training

IN2Life Night Ops is a mixed group class of up to 15 people looking to have fun & improve fitness. No child minding available.

When: Mondays & Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm

Venue: Norwest Lake, off Maitland Place

Cost: $100 for 5 week block with 2 sessions per week or $50 for 5 week block with one session per week

Contact: Sarah Magi on 0418 417 182 or email sarah@in2lifept.com.au

07.09  Friday Happy Hour

You are invited to join us for a relaxing drink and catch up with others from the local community. Meet some people, make new friends.

Where: Castle Hill Country Club, Spurway Drive, Baulkham Hill

When: 1st Friday of each month from 6 pm to 8 pm

We look forward to seeing you there.

11.09  Norwest Men's Group

Men, this is a group where you can talk "man business" and get to make new friends. So why not come along for coffee with the "boys".

Venue: Cafe McKells, Shop 14 Circa Retail, 1 Circa Boulevard, Bella Vista

When: Second Tuesday of each month at 10 am

For enquiries, please contact Barry on 0409 916 380 or Denis on 0411 550 864.

14.09  Friday Coffee Club

Come along and enjoy good coffee with new friends. We meet on the second Friday of each month at 10 am.

Venue:  Cafe McKells, Circa Retail Shopping Centre

Time: 10 am

Friends are welcome.

19.09  Luncheon Ladies

Meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, this group is a great opportunity for women to get together for fun, friendship and local restaurant experiences.

Venue: to be confirmed

Time: 12.00 pm

RSVP: to Margaret on 0418 461 745 or Suzanne on 8824 3091 two days prior

23.09  Norwest Smart City Festival

Come and discover the future at the Norwest Smart City Festival. Enjoy fun interactive games, demonstrations, scientific experiments and a variety of exhibitions showcasing a glimpse into the world of tomorrow.  There will also be free live entertainment, great food and drinks for purchase. The future is here at Norwest!

Event commences at 12 pm: Food trucks, animal farm, electric cars display, slot car racing, iPad games, tours of Historic House, live entertainment, Telstra future home experience van, Jungle Run inflatable obstacle course and more. From 1 pm there will be face painting, science experiments, a robot meet and greet.

Outdoor movie at 6 pm: Star Wars Episode 7 - The Force Awakens

For more information on this event please click here.

This event is organised and sponsored by Mulpha Norwest. Entry is free.

25.09  Norwest Community Association Meeting

We love the community spirit in the Norwest area and to ensure its sustainability, we need you! We need people who can assist with events, administration, advocacy, website management and more - people passionate about our community. Our Community Association meets monthly and we invite you to get involved. Come along and make a difference! If you are not yet a member, you can join at the meeting.

Time: 7.30 pm

Venue: Mulpha Norwest Sales & Information Centre, 36 Solent Circuit, Baulkham Hills

01.10  Group Fitness Training

IN2Life Night Ops is a mixed group class of up to 15 people looking to have fun & improve fitness. No child minding available. When: Mondays & Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm

Venue: Norwest Lake, off Maitland Place

Cost: $100 for 5 week block with 2 sessions per week or $50 for 5 week block with one session per week

Contact: Sarah Magi on 0418 417 182 or email sarah@in2lifept.com.au

01.10  Live Life Get Active

Come and discover how fitness can build friendships, improve both physical and mental health and general happiness.

When: Monday to Friday 5.30 – 6.15 pm

Where: Outside Norwest Marketown, grassed area by the lake

For information and to register to go norwestcity.com.au/norwestalive

05.10  Friday Happy Hour

You are invited to join us for a relaxing drink and catch up with others from the local community. Meet some people, make new friends.

Where: Castle Hill Country Club, Spurway Drive, Baulkham Hill

When: 1st Friday of each month from 6 pm to 8 pm

We look forward to seeing you there.

06.10  Volunteer Garden Keepers Group

You are invited to come along and help keep Bella Vista Waters looking good. This is a The Hills Shire Council sponsored monthly garden maintenance group. Supervision, tools and materials are supplied.

Times: first Saturday of the month from 2 pm to 4 pm

Venue & contact information:  Scott Allen on 0419 985 899

07.10  Bella Vista Farm Open Day & Free Spirit Markets

What are you doing on Sunday?  Interested in having a look around Bella Vista Farm?

The doors of the historic homestead are being thrown open with tours by The Friends of Bella Vista. Our volunteers from the Friends of Bella Vista farm are available to chat and answer any question about the Farm and its history. Also relax in the gardens of the Farm or bring a family picnic lunch to enjoy. Explore the homestead and farm buildings.

How about picking up a treat from the Free Spirit Markets while you're there and enjoy a stroll around this beautiful slice of heritage in The Sydney Hills.

When: First Sunday of the month from 9 am to 2 pm

This event is organised by Friends of Bella Vista Farm

09.10  Norwest Men's Group

Men, this is a group where you can talk "man business" and get to make new friends. So why not come along for coffee with the "boys".

Venue: Cafe McKells, Shop 14 Circa Retail, 1 Circa Boulevard, Bella Vista

When: Second Tuesday of each month at 10 am

For enquiries, please contact Barry on 0409 916 380 or Denis on 0411 550 864.

12.10  Friday Coffee Club

Come along and enjoy local coffee shops with new friends. We meet on the second Friday of each month at 10 am.

When: Second Friday of each month at 10 am

Where: Cafe McKells, Circa Retail, Bella Vista

Friends are welcome.

17.10  Luncheon Ladies

Come and meet with the girls for fun, friendship and local restaurant experiences. We have lunch on the third Wednesday of each month.

Where:  Lakeside  Armony, Norwest Marketown

Time: 12 pm

RSVP: Please phone Margaret on  0418 461 745 or Suzanne on 8824 3091 two days prior.

19.10  Gold Members' Spring Carnival & Dessert Night

You are invited to celebrate spring with us! Come dressed in spring fashion,  enjoy a drink, delicious desserts and great company! Our Gold Members' Night is a great opportunity to get together, meet people and have a good night out. There will be a prize for the best dressed man and woman.

We are privileged to be able to host this event at the new Aveo Bella Vista, so come and see this lovely new building. When entering the foyer, take the the stairs (or lift) to the next level.

This is a free event. If you are not a member yet, you can come along and join on the night.

Bookings: Please book your free ticket by 16th October by clicking here and follow the prompts.

01.11  Live Life Get Active

Come and discover how fitness can build friendships, improve both physical and mental health and general happiness.

When: Monday to Friday 5.30 – 6.15 pm

Where: Outside Norwest Marketown, grassed area by the lake

For information and to register to go norwestcity.com.au/norwestalive

02.11  Friday Happy Hour

We are really enjoying getting together at the beautiful and spacious Castle Hill Country Club.

Happy Hour is 6.00 to 8.00 pm on the first Friday of each month.

The Castle Hill Country Club has both food and drinks at very reasonable prices and the Bistro menu can be found on their website. With summer on the way there is an extensive deck to sit with friends and enjoy refreshments while overlooking the lush green golf course. If you are not already a member you can join the CHCC for just $25.00 per year and you will have access to full house benefits which includes discounts on both food and drink. We had planned a BBQ for this time but unfortunately it could not be arranged. You are more than welcome to join us for a friends and neighbours night.  We look forward to your company.

03.11  Volunteer Garden Keepers Group

You are invited to come along and help keep Bella Vista Waters looking good. This is a The Hills Shire Council sponsored monthly garden maintenance group. Supervision, tools and materials are supplied.

Times: first Saturday of the month from 2 pm to 4 pm

Venue & contact information:  Scott Allen on 0419 985 899

04.11  Bella Vista Farm Open Day & Free Spirit Markets

What are you doing on Sunday?  Interested in having a look around Bella Vista Farm?

The doors of the historic homestead are being thrown open with tours by The Friends of Bella Vista. Our volunteers from the Friends of Bella Vista farm are available to chat and answer any question about the Farm and its history. Also relax in the gardens of the Farm or bring a family picnic lunch to enjoy. Explore the homestead and farm buildings.

How about picking up a treat from the Free Spirit Markets while you're there and enjoy a stroll around this beautiful slice of heritage in The Sydney Hills.

When: First Sunday of the month from 9 am to 2 pm

This event is organised by Friends of Bella Vista Farm

05.11  Group Fitness Training

IN2Life Night Ops is a mixed group class of up to 15 people looking to have fun & improve fitness. No child minding available.

When: Mondays & Wednesdays from 7pm to 8pm

Venue: Norwest Lake, off Maitland Place

Cost: $100 for 5 week block with 2 sessions per week or $50 for 5 week block with one session per week

Contact: Sarah Magi on 0418 417 182 or email sarah@in2lifept.com.au

09.11  Friday Coffee Club

Come along and good coffee with new friends. We meet on the second Friday of each month at 10 am.

Venue:  Cafe McKells, Circa Retail, Circa Boulevard, Bella Vista

Time: 10 am

Friends are welcome.

13.11  Norwest Men's Group

Men, this is a group where you can talk "man business" and get to make new friends. So why not come along for coffee.

When: Second Tuesday of the month at 10 am

Where: Cafe McKells', Circa Retail, Circa Boulevard, Bella Vista

For enquiries, please contact Barry on 0409 916 380 or Denis on 0411 550 864.

21.11  Luncheon Ladies

Luncheon Ladies meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month and you are invited to come along! Meet the girls for fun, friendship and local restaurant experiences.

Venue: The Grand Siam, 24 Lexington Drive, Bella Vista

Time: 12.00 pm

RSVP: to Margaret on 0418 461 745 or Suzanne on 8824 3091 two days prior.

01.12  Family Christmas Party

You are invited to come and celebrate the season together! Our Family Christmas Party includes afternoon tea & drinks, barista coffee for adults, face painting, balloon twisting, Circus Workshop, visit from Santa and more.

The event will be held in the Mulpha Norwest Sales Suite and the park behind it (weather permitting), 36 Solent Circuit, Norwest.

This is a free event and everyone is welcome, but please note the event has a limited capacity, so book your tickets early to avoid disappointment.

Bookings: You need to book your free tickets by 26th November by clicking here and following the prompts. After booking, if you are not able to come, please let us know via info@norwestcommunity.com.au so anyone who is wanting to come in your place, is able to.

03.12  Live Life Get Active

Come and discover how fitness can build friendships, improve both physical and mental health and general happiness.

When: Monday to Friday 5.30 – 6.15 pm

Where: Outside Norwest Marketown, grassed area by the lake

For information and to register to go norwestcity.com.au/norwestalive

07.12  Residents' Christmas Party

Book your diaries for this event not to be missed.

Held at Mulpha Norwest Visitor Centre, it will be a great opportunity to enjoy the beginning of the festive season in good company.  We will be treated delicious finger food, drinks and live music.

When: 7th December from 6.30 to 9.30 pm

Dress: Smart Casual

RSVP: by 30th November to Tuula via tuula.schaeffer@connections.com.au

As alcohol is being served no children please.

Please note: To help those less fortunate this Christmas time, admission will be by donation of non-perishable Christmas food items for a local charity.

11.12  Norwest Men's Group

Men, this is your opportunity for some "man time" so why not join us for a coffee, make some new friends and solve the world's problems.

Venue: Cafe McKells, Circa Retail, 1 Circa Boulevard, Bella Vista

Time: 10 am

Enquiries: phone Barry on 0409 916 380 or Denis on0411 550 864

14.12  Friday Coffee Club

Come along and enjoy good coffee with new friends. We meet on the second Friday of each month at 10 am.

Venue:  Cafe McKells, Circa Retail Shopping Centre

Time: 10 am

Friends are welcome.

19.12  Luncheon Ladies Christmas Lunch

Meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, this group is a great opportunity for women to get together for fun, friendship and local restaurant experiences. Come and join us in December for our delicious Christmas Lunch.

Venue: Bivano's (Italian), 638 Old Northern Road, Dural

Time: 12.00 pm

RSVP: Please let Suzanne on 8824 3091 or Margaret 9639 3036 no latter then 7th December

26.01  New Years Eve at The Farm

Residents of The Hills will be able to celebrate New Year’s Eve without having to leave the Shire. Welcome in the new year with live music, food trucks, a bar, rides, and of course, fireworks!