Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time A mother who allegedly stabbed her three sleeping children will remain in custody for at least two months as her lawyer made no application for bail over three charges of attempted murder The 47-year-old woman was charged at Westmead Hospital where she is being treated under police guard for suspected self-inflicted stab wounds to her abdomen suffered in the alleged attack against her children She was not required to face Parramatta Local Court on Tuesday when her matter was briefly heard Defence lawyer Peter Guirguis made no application for bail and it was formally refused An interim apprehended domestic violence order taken out by police to protect the woman’s husband will be considered at her next court appearance Guirgius told journalists the case was tragic for all involved said police believed the children were sleeping when their mother allegedly attacked them before their father confronted his partner taking a kitchen knife from her and calling triple zero “Upon waking up to what I would believe to be a number of screams and yells and he’s contacted police,” Moore said on Monday morning Police were called to the Baulkham Hills home about 5.15am on Monday after reports that multiple people had been stabbed Officers found the three children with stab wounds was stabbed once and suffered several lacerations NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the children at the scene before taking them to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition The children suffered wounds to their arms and chests The woman was formally charged with three counts of causing wounding/grievous bodily harm to a person with intent to murder on Monday evening Moore said the family was not known to police and had no reported history of domestic violence “This is probably completely unexpected,” Moore said “This is the first time police have responded to this house for any type of domestic situation.” NSW police detectives remove a wheelchair from the home.Credit: Kate Geraghty Moore said the mother’s behaviour was “erratic” in the lead-up to the attack “It’s certainly not something that my staff or I want to wake up to on a Monday morning We take our responsibility to domestic violence in the Hills very and the first question I had this morning was ‘have we dealt with this family before?’ What have we done “Maybe we could have reached out and helped this family sooner had we known there were problems in the household.” describing the children and their parents as a “quiet” family I saw him run back inside to grab a bag and then came out and jumped in the ambulance with his family Moore said she was grateful the children were expected to make a full physical recovery but “time will tell” how they recover psychologically A framed print bearing the words “This is my happy place” could be seen hanging in the home’s hallway as forensics officers combed the property detectives removed the child’s wheelchair and other evidence from the home Another neighbour said he was in “absolute shock” They come over for Christmas and give us chocolates and we give them treats for their three kids,” he said adding that the family generally kept to themselves The Hills Shire Council Mayor Michelle Byrne said the incident was “devastating” for the community Get alerts on significant breaking news as happens. Sign up for our Breaking News Alert An interim apprehended domestic violence order taken out by police to protect the woman\\u2019s husband will be considered at her next court appearance \\u201CUpon waking up to what I would believe to be a number of screams and yells he\\u2019s then gone to approach the situation and he\\u2019s contacted police,\\u201D Moore said on Monday morning \\u201CThis is probably completely unexpected,\\u201D Moore said \\u201CThis is the first time police have responded to this house for any type of domestic situation.\\u201D Moore said the mother\\u2019s behaviour was \\u201Cerratic\\u201D in the lead-up to the attack \\u201CIt\\u2019s certainly not something that my staff or I want to wake up to on a Monday morning and the first question I had this morning was \\u2018have we dealt with this family before?\\u2019 What have we done we haven\\u2019t dealt with this family before \\u201CMaybe we could have reached out and helped this family sooner had we known there were problems in the household.\\u201D describing the children and their parents as a \\u201Cquiet\\u201D family He\\u2019s the one I see the most,\\u201D they said but \\u201Ctime will tell\\u201D how they recover psychologically A framed print bearing the words \\u201CThis is my happy place\\u201D could be seen hanging in the home\\u2019s hallway as forensics officers combed the property detectives removed the child\\u2019s wheelchair and other evidence from the home Another neighbour said he was in \\u201Cabsolute shock\\u201D \\u201CThey\\u2019re generally really nice people and we give them treats for their three kids,\\u201D he said \\u201CI can\\u2019t believe this has happened The Hills Shire Council Mayor Michelle Byrne said the incident was \\u201Cdevastating\\u201D for the community \\u201CThey\\u2019re already reeling,\\u201D she said my heart breaks for those children.\\u201D Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on (1800 737 732) Get alerts on significant breaking news as happens Woman’s lawyer tells reporters outside court incident in Baulkham Hills home was a ‘tragic case for all concerned’ An incident in which a mother allegedly stabbed her three children as they slept has been labelled a “tragic case” by her lawyer after the matter was mentioned in court for the first time The 47-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly attacking her children – aged 10 13 and 16 – with a household knife on Monday Police will allege 10-year-old boy was stabbed twice and the 16-year-old sustained one stab wound and a number of lacerations who cannot be identified for legal reasons then allegedly stabbed herself in the abdomen three times She was charged with three counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent to murder and was in hospital under police guard Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email The mother-of-three did not apply for bail and it was formally refused when her lawyer briefly mentioned the case in Parramatta local court on Tuesday. An interim apprehended violence order has been taken out by police against the woman. “It’s a tragic case for all concerned,” her lawyer, Peter Guirguis, told reporters outside court. Her three children – one of whom has paraplegia – were taken to hospital after the attack and are expected to recover from their injuries. Free newsletterGet the most important news as it breaks They had been asleep in their bedrooms inside the Baulkham Hills home before the alleged attack, which woke their father. The man was able to seize the alleged weapon from his partner before calling police. Footage of the scene showed one of the children being stretchered away from the house with a pink teddy on their lap. Police said the family had no previous history of domestic violence. Watch 1m 51sThe stabbed children, aged 16, 13 and 10, were taken to the Children's Hospital at Westmead and remain in a stable condition. CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) A neighbour has revealed how he learned that a mother allegedly stabbed her three children during the middle of the night on a quiet Sydney street A Baulkham Hills resident has been left in shock by a brutal stabbing attack inside his neighbour's home where a mother allegedly stabbed her three children multiple times.  Emergency crews raced to the family home about 5.20am and found her three children with stab wounds while the mother had self-inflicted injuries who lives in the same street as the family said he woke up to a message from a friend alerting him to the terrifying events that had unfolded inside his neighbour's home “I woke up and saw all the cars there…I heard nothing Mr Wehbe said it was a “real shock” that the horrifying stabbing occurred in the “very friendly neighbourhood” adding that in his more than three years living on the street there had been “no conflicts… no drama” Mr Wehbe was in disbelief to learn the youngest child was just 10-years-old “It’s a very friendly neighbourhood in general “It’s definitely a safe street” The eldest child suffered stab wounds to her abdomen and arm The 13-year-old girl suffered three stab wounds to her abdomen and arm and the 10-year-old boy suffered two superficial stab wounds to his chest The 47-year-old mother suffered stab wounds to her abdomen The children's father was also in the home at the time and was the one who called police said he was unsettled to learn it was a family with young children involved and despite feeling like his street was safe was always strict with where his children went without their parents I hope no one has any serious injuries,” he said Detective Superintendent Naomi Moore said police believe the children may have been asleep when the alleged attack occurred.  "We believe the father was in the home at the time we believe the father and the children were all in their rooms – potentially all asleep – when the mother has carried out this act," Detective Superintendent Moore said at a press conference on Monday.  "Upon waking up to what I believe to be a number of screams or yells he has then gone to approach the situation… secured the weapon and contacted police."  The mother's behaviour was "erratic" in the lead-up to the incident Get alerts on significant breaking news as happens. Sign up for our Breaking News Alert. A mother who allegedly stabbed her three sleeping children, including her paraplegic daughter, will remain in custody for at least two months as her lawyer made no application for bail over three charges of attempted murder. The 47-year-old woman was charged at Westmead Hospital, where she is being treated under police guard for suspected self-inflicted stab wounds to her abdomen suffered in the alleged attack against her children, aged between 10 and 16, before their father intervened. She was not required to face Parramatta Local Court on Tuesday when her matter was briefly heard. Defence lawyer Peter Guirguis made no application for bail and it was formally refused. An interim apprehended domestic violence order taken out by police to protect the woman\\u2019s husband will be considered at her next court appearance. Leaving court, Guirgius told journalists the case was tragic for all involved. The Hills Police Area Command commander, Detective Superintendent Naomi Moore, said police believed the children were sleeping when their mother allegedly attacked them before their father confronted his partner, taking a kitchen knife from her and calling triple zero. \\u201CUpon waking up to what I would believe to be a number of screams and yells, he\\u2019s then gone to approach the situation, and from what I am told, has secured the weapon, and he\\u2019s contacted police,\\u201D Moore said on Monday morning. Police were called to the Baulkham Hills home about 5.15am on Monday after reports that multiple people had been stabbed. Officers found the three children with stab wounds. A boy suffered two stab wounds, while a girl was stabbed three times. Another girl, who uses a wheelchair, was stabbed once and suffered several lacerations. NSW Ambulance paramedics treated the children at the scene before taking them to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition. The children suffered wounds to their arms and chests. The woman was formally charged with three counts of causing wounding/grievous bodily harm to a person with intent to murder on Monday evening. Moore said the family was not known to police and had no reported history of domestic violence. \\u201CThis is probably completely unexpected,\\u201D Moore said. Moore said the mother\\u2019s behaviour was \\u201Cerratic\\u201D in the lead-up to the attack. \\u201CIt\\u2019s tragic,\\u201D she said. \\u201CIt\\u2019s certainly not something that my staff or I want to wake up to on a Monday morning. We take our responsibility to domestic violence in the Hills very, very seriously, and the first question I had this morning was \\u2018have we dealt with this family before?\\u2019 What have we done? And as sad as it is, we haven\\u2019t dealt with this family before, and I only wish that we had [have]. A neighbour, who asked to remain anonymous, echoed Moore\\u2019s comments, describing the children and their parents as a \\u201Cquiet\\u201D family. \\u201CThe father was standing there, he was quite calm. I saw him run back inside to grab a bag and then came out and jumped in the ambulance with his family. He\\u2019s the one I see the most,\\u201D they said. Moore said she was grateful the children were expected to make a full physical recovery, but \\u201Ctime will tell\\u201D how they recover psychologically. A framed print bearing the words \\u201CThis is my happy place\\u201D could be seen hanging in the home\\u2019s hallway as forensics officers combed the property. Just before 11.30am, detectives removed the child\\u2019s wheelchair and other evidence from the home. Another neighbour said he was in \\u201Cabsolute shock\\u201D. \\u201CThey\\u2019re generally really nice people. They come over for Christmas and give us chocolates, and we give them treats for their three kids,\\u201D he said, adding that the family generally kept to themselves. \\u201CI can\\u2019t believe this has happened. I just hope they\\u2019re all OK.\\u201D The Hills Shire Council Mayor Michelle Byrne said the incident was \\u201Cdevastating\\u201D for the community. \\u201CThey\\u2019re already reeling,\\u201D she said. \\u201CAs a mum and a mayor, my heart breaks for those children.\\u201D If you or anyone you know needs support, call on 131 114, on 1800 512 348, on 1800 55 1800, or the National Sexual Assault, Domestic and Family Violence Counselling Service on (1800 737 732). Get alerts on significant breaking news as happens. . Watch 1m 39sPolice allege the a woman attempted to take her own life and kill her three children at their Baulkham Hills home. A 47-year-old woman, two teenage girls and a boy have been found with stab wounds at a Baulkham Hills home. Police said the woman is the children's mother and has been placed under arrest.  The woman is under police guard while she receives medical treatment. Link copiedShareShare articleA 47-year-old woman is under arrest over the stabbing of her three children at a home in Sydney's north-west. Emergency services were called to a home in Baulkham Hills about 5:15am on Monday, following reports multiple people had been stabbed. Officers found the woman, a 16-year-old girl, a 13-year-old girl and a 10-year-old boy with stab wounds at the scene. Detective Superintendent Naomi Moore said the father of the children found them stabbed in their bedrooms and contacted police. "Upon waking up to what I would believe to be a number of screams or yells, he's then gone to approach the situation and from what I am told, has secured the weapon and contacted police," she said. The woman and her three children were treated by paramedics before they were taken to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition. A crime scene has been established at the home. (ABC News: Andrew Whitington) She was taken to hospital under police guard and has since been placed under arrest. Police have seized a household knife as part of their investigation. Police had received reports that multiple people had been stabbed. (ABC News) No charges have been laid and the woman has not been interviewed by police while she undergoes medical treatment. Officers are investigating the motive for the attack. NSW Police Detective Superintendent Naomi Moore said it was a "tragic morning" and the incident was "very, very sad". (ABC News: Timothy Ailwood) Detective Superintendent Moore said the children are expected to make a full recovery from their physical injuries. She said there was no record of the family having had contact with police for domestic violence. "This is probably completely unexpected, there's certainly no domestic violence history reported to police," she said. Officers are not looking for anyone else in relation to the incident and it will be investigated as an attempted murder. A crime scene has been established at the home. Detective Superintendent Moore has finished speaking. Our live coverage of the press conference is over but stay on this story and the ABC News website for more updates. Copy link30 Mar, 11:00pmSun 30 Mar 2025 at 11:00pmPolice don't know what mother's 'intent was'Police are still investigating the "intent" behind the stabbings. "Until we have an opportunity to speak to her [mother], we won't know what her intent was," Detective Superintendent Moore alleged. She alleged that police were "taking it as a potential attempted murder". Detective Superintendent Moore said the weapon that was used was a household knife, which has been seized by police. Copy link30 Mar, 10:54pmSun 30 Mar 2025 at 10:54pm'It's a tragic morning'Detective Superintendent Moore has described the incident as "tragic" and "sad". "For myself and my staff and the broader community, it's a tragic morning," she said. "The only thing I can be grateful for is that those children, they should make a full physical recovery. In terms of a psychological recovery, I guess time will tell what that means for them." Disasters, Accidents and Emergency Incidents A 47-year-old mother has been charged after allegedly attacking her three children inside a north-west Sydney home with the kids' screams alerting their sleeping father who intervened A mother-of-three has been charged with three counts of wounding with intent to murder after allegedly stabbing her three children as they slept in Sydney's north-west Emergency services were called to Baulkham Hills by the kids' father on Monday about 5:20am to report his two daughters Police and paramedics arrived at the home to find a 10-year-old boy 13-year-old girl and a 16-year-old girl all with knife wounds They were treated at the scene and taken to The Children's Hospital at Westmead The 47-year-old mother was taken to Westmead Hospital It is alleged the husband woke up to screaming from his kids finding them heavily bleeding while his wife was holding a kitchen knife and stabbing herself Police say the father was able to take the knife from his wife He then rushed to the aid of his kids and wrapped towels around the wounds with the boy and youngest daughter allegedly stabbed twice and three times in the abdomen The eldest child - who is paraplegic - was knifed once in the same area as her siblings The mother has since overnight been charged with three counts of cause wounding/grievous bodily harm to person with intent to murder She has been refused bail and will appear in Parramatta Local Court on Tuesday via a bedside hearing Detective Inspector Naomi Moore on Monday said police suspect the children and their dad were asleep at the time when the attack was carried out We believe the father was in the home at the time We believe the father and the children were all in their rooms – potentially all asleep – when the mother has carried out this act," Det Superintendent Moore said at a press conference on Monday.  The mother's behaviour police alleged was "a bit erratic" prior to the attack The father is by the bedsides of his injured kids who stabbed herself after the alleged attack will appear at Parramatta local court via a hospital bedside hearing A Sydney mother has been charged and will face court in a bedside hearing after she allegedly attacked her three children as they slept, stabbing them multiple times in the family home The 47-year-old woman is under police guard in hospital on suspicion she was trying to kill the children – aged 10 She has been charged with three counts of cause wounding/grievous bodily harm with intent to murder and is due to appear in Parramatta local court via a bedside hearing on Tuesday The children were expected to survive their injuries but “time will tell” how the psychological scars heal Their mother allegedly turned the knife on herself following the early morning incident “Until we have an opportunity to speak to her we won’t know what her intent was,” Det Supt Naomi Moore told reporters “But we’re certainly taking it as a potential attempted murder.” The father and the children – one of whom has paraplegia – were all in their bedrooms of the family home at Baulkham Hills during the attack Police said a “household” knife had been seized inside the home had one stab wound and a number of lacerations Their mother had three stab wounds to the abdomen Paramedics treated all four before taking them to hospital Vahid Hamadin is calling out to customers walking in the door of Dorchin Persian It’s late on a rainy Saturday afternoon when Broadsheet visits but there’s still a steady stream of families coming in for lunch and rows of Uber Eats orders arranged on the front counter The mellow tones of people speaking Farsi rise over the music “About 60 per cent of our customers are actually Australian,” says Amir Hamadin but I think Aussies love our food and culture.” travel spots and more – curated by those who know this corner of Old Northern Road in Baulkham Hills has the makings of a Little Iran and we always wished to have our own restaurant.” featuring dishes from their father’s native Tehran and their mother’s home in northern Iran The regional differences come down to flavour profiles with plenty of tomato-based stews and sauces for meats Baghali ghatogh is a very famous northern dish – it’s made with fava beans served with a fried egg and Persian bread,” Amir says Ours is made from spatchcock marinated in wild sour plum and pomegranate.” Dorchin’s menu leans south: grilled and slow-cooked meats where saffron rice glistens with magenta barberries and slivered almonds The accompanying saffron-roasted chicken – topped with a tomato-based sauce – is so tender you only need to approach it with a spoon and it falls off the bone mixed through with fat slices of sweet carrot with the surprisingly sweet rings tasting delicate alongside the chicken the zereshk polo is incredibly generous – far too much for one person “We love rice and we eat in big groups all together.” That’s evident from the table configuration three arranged to seat six and one to seat four Judging from the families gathered for seemingly casual feasts of mixed kebabs A quick look at Dorchin’s near-perfect online reviews shows the brothers have carved out a comfortable niche When I comment that they’re doing well after only 10 months in business Vahid smiles proudly and without a hint of arrogance Charcoal Chicken and Rosewater Desserts: A Local’s Guide to Merrylands Where Chefs Eat: Peter Gilmore Really Knows Crows Nest Ex-Tradies Grill Hard-to-Find Mexican Street Snacks First Look: Berta’s Deli Knows “Everyone Loves a Sandwich” by Jessie Tu | 1 month ago A 46-year-old woman is under arrest over the stabbing of three children in Sydney’s north-western suburb of Baulkham Hills Emergency services were called to a home on Jamieson Avenue at around 5.20am on Monday morning after reports multiple people had been stabbed a 16-year-old girl and a 46-year-old woman with stab wounds The children were treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to Westmead Hospital in a stable condition The woman was taken to the hospital under police guard NSW Police said the children and the woman are believed to be known to each other and that no other persons were being sought in relation to the stabbing A crime scene has been established by police at the home and investigations are ongoing If you or someone you know is experiencing text 0458 737 732 or visit 1800RESPECT.org.au for online chat and video call services by Jessie Tu Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Linda Reynolds has labelled her party’s election loss a “comprehensive failure” and said the Liberal Party needs to look at quotas or targets for women. 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We acknowledge and pay respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); All articles from our website & appThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxInteractive Crosswords Sudoku and TriviaAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueA 10-year-old boy a 13-year-old girl and a 16-year-old girl were allegedly attacked at their home in Sydney's west The 47-year-old mother has been charged with three counts of wounding with attempt to murder as she recovers from an allegedly self-inflicted stab wound to her abdomen. Detective Superintendent Naomi Moore said the children's father was at home during the alleged attack and contacted the police. "We believe the father and the children were all in their rooms, and potentially all of them were asleep when the mother carried out this act," Detective Superintendent Moore said. "Upon waking up to what I would believe to be a number of screams or yells, he's then gone to approach the situation and, from what I am told, has secured the weapon," she said. Detective Superintendent Naomi Moore at a press conference on March 31. Picture suppliedThe 10-year-old boy was allegedly stabbed twice and the 13-year-old girl was stabbed three times. The 16-year-old girl, who is paraplegic, was stabbed once and suffered several lacerations, police said. They are in Westmead Hospital in a stable condition. Detective Superintendent Moore said the family was not known to police. "For myself, my staff and the broader community, it's a tragic morning," she said. "The only thing I can be grateful for is that those children should make a full physical recovery. 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All articles from our websiteThe digital version of Today's PaperBreaking news alerts direct to your inboxAll articles from the other regional websites in your areaContinueA 10-year-old boy A stunning new apartment collection in Sydney’s Norwest combines ‘nature-first’ design with high-end luxury set within a leafy landscape of established parklands Veue Parkside is the latest release at The Orchards a premium masterplanned development by award-winning developers Sekisui House Australia the contemporary apartment building offers one- three- and four-bedroom floorplans to suit a broad range of buyers – from downsizers and investors to first-time buyers The townhouse-style residents offer the feel of a standalone home with the convenience of apartment living while the two-storey apartments provide ample space and privacy for families The Orchards project director George Gesouras says Veue Parkside was informed and inspired by its beautiful nature-filled setting with the vision to create a uniquely Australian apartment experience “It’s not just about building tall buildings It’s about respecting and fitting to the area that we’re developing.” The development is a collaboration between Sekisui House innovative architectural firm Crone Architects and Site Image landscape architects Registrations are now open for first choice of residences at Veue Parkside is committed to creating contemporary homes that complement their natural surroundings This includes 100 endangered eucalypts on the northern aspect of the site the preservation of which has been factored into the design “It’s future proofing – it’s all the things that every developer should be doing Looking after their people and looking after the environment,” Gesouras says The residences at Veue Parkside enjoy stunning design Other sustainable features include ‘rain gardens’ on the southern end of the development where water is collected from rooftops and filtered down in a tranquil stream As part of the sensitive urban design process this water is also used to irrigate frontages Over 6,000sm of solar panels have also been installed to help offset the cost of utilities and benefit the environment The future-focused design approach continues inside Veue Parkside where apartments feature flexible floorplans and smart specifications for modern needs One standout inclusion is ‘the Max Room’ – a flexible addition to many of the residences – which can be used as a study space this additional room aims to provide flexibility for residents with modern lifestyle Residents at Veue Parkside will also have access to a suite of shared amenities that take luxury living to the next level Veue residents can enjoy a wealth of luxurious on-site amenities Veue Parkside has also been designed with efficiency front of mind to ensure residents can live a convenient lifestyle with easy access to the essentials as well as nature and leisure “What’s special about Veue is that it connects the majority of community facilities to the exclusive meaning ribbons of green creating connectivity for the community,” Gesouras says Situated in the heart of Norwest in Sydney’s Hills District residents will be surrounded by extensive parklands the extension of the Linear Park will be accessible to both residents and the public providing a serene escape within the bustling community Veue Parkside is just a short stroll from cafes Bella Vista Primary Public School is only a 400-metre walk away The Orchards masterplan span 8.1 hectares and will feature 1,300 new apartments on completion creating a dynamic mixed-use community that blends nature with the best of Norwest Register today for first choice at Veue Parkside – via the website or the form below. we are proud to be one of Japan’s most respected community developers and home builders quality and sustainability and a focus on improving our environment we are committed to making a positive impact third parties have written and supplied the content and we are not responsible for it completeness or reliability of the information nor do we accept any liability or responsibility arising in any way from omissions or errors contained in the content We do not recommend sponsored lenders or loan products and we cannot introduce you to sponsored lenders We strongly recommend that you obtain independent advice before you act on the content realestate.com.au is owned and operated by ASX-listed REA Group Ltd (REA:ASX) © REA Group Ltd. 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What an aptly named event for an Australian tour it certainly has been a red hot Summer and today was no exception A scorching 33 degrees on Bella Vista Farm though it felt more like 40 under the direct sun our summer wasn't really the inspiration for the tour name Jimmy Barnes' cover of Billy Lee Riley’s - ‘Red Hot’ was the inspiration after a successful tour playing in regional tourist areas Driving along the dusty paddock to the gates of the farm it was hard not to notice the wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses fashioned by the lovers of music with their coolers and picnic blankets in tow making it easy to navigate around the farm as I was flying solo today and running behind schedule After a quick check-in at the gate and a thorough bag check by event security Noting the ample portable toilets to the right of the entrance and a water station just a little further on that would no doubt be well utilised today Food vans and bars lined the fence at the rear of the farm I was overwhelmed by the sight of thousands of fans that had quickly claimed their positions I wondered how in hell I was going to get through them where Chocolate Starfish were already playing I soon realised several walk-ways had been laid out for this very purpose threw on my hat and joined the fans standing in front of the stage just in time for 'You're So Vain' We were treated to a 4 Non-Blondes cover - 'What’s Up' everyone waving their arms and singing along Adam instructed the film crew to "shoot them beautiful people" The frontman finished the set by prompting everyone to take their phones out of their pockets for the "ten thousand selfie" and upload it online He then jumped off the stage and called for everyone to follow him to the merch stand for photos and autographs I took this opportunity to find some respite in the shade and re-hydrate It was at this time I noticed the rubber on the bottom of my shoes was melting I can't say I've ever been in a situation where this has happened but didn't realise the intensity of it informing us he was going to "play the music your parents listened to" I enjoyed the music my parents listened to and enjoyed singing along to classics such as 'Girls on the Avenue' and 'Deep Water' being performed live Clapton took the crowd on a nice trip down memory lane Diesel jumped on stage and got straight into his set with 'Give Me Saturday Night' and 'Lookin' For Love' The standing area in front of the stage area was filling up Diesel sounding even better than the last time I heard him Nothing needs to be said about his consistently tasty guitar work The rock legend doesn't venture far from behind his microphone as he belted out a set full of favourites - 'Man Alive' 'I Don't Need Love' and 'Tip of my Tongue' just to name a few Finishing the classic set off with 'Crying Shame' no doubt to seek refuge from the blistering sun Chris Cheney asking "where the fuck's the crowd" As they slowly came running back down to the stage 'Don't Lose It' from their latest album Wunderbar unsatisfied with the crowd's interaction screamed out "this is not a tea party This is a rock 'n' roll gig!" c'mon" and managed to get the crowd singing out "Solution!" towards the end of the song 'White Noise' and an obvious crowd favourite The Living End performed a high energy set with the usual shenanigans with the double bass Joan Jett and The Blackhearts bounced on to the stage is absolutely timeless in every way possible and such a huge icon to many that spilled on to the grassed area and people finally out of their seats we're the Blackhearts from Los Angeles the crowd responding with an appropriate "Oi Oi OI' Popular track 'Do Ya Wanna Touch Me' had the crowd throwing their fists in the air A vast array of classic hits were thoroughly enjoyed Kenny Laguna (Blackhearts co-founder) chatted with the crowd telling us stories of the challenges he and Joan faced back in the day More hits followed; 'Fake Friends' 'I Love Rock 'n' Roll' my personal favourite - 'Crimson and Clover' 'I Hate Myself For Loving You' and 'Every Day People' bringing the set to a close bringing with it a slight breeze that brought about much relief for everyone some people didn't make it through the relentless heat of the day and either left early or were taken away on a stretcher after passing out I was grateful for the shade I could rest in between bands was the man with the voice that is larger than life Jimmy announcing to all that he woke up in a 'Bad Mood' transporting us to a new song from upcoming album Two tracks from The Working Class Man were played back to back - 'I'd Die To Be With You Tonight' and 'Ride The Night Away' Then we were taken back to 1982 with 'You Got Nothing I Want' The crowd now at a comfortable temperature Son Jackie Barnes doing a cracker job on drums I've always felt that witnessing Jimmy Barnes perform is like becoming an extended part of the Barnes family They are so inclusive and supportive of each other Jimmy performed a tireless selection from his extensive catalogue 'No Second Prize' and 'Flame Trees' Incorporating five or so new tracks from his upcoming album into his set which included a John Lennon cover - 'Working Class Hero' It had been an unbelievably long day under the duress of the sun I have to give massive kudos not only to the amazing performers today gave it their absolute all to show their appreciation and dedication to live music and rock 'n roll All three series of Red Hot Summer are touring Australia currently These events are selling out at a rapid pace so get in fast to secure your ticket to what is a fantastic day Festival Review by Trudy Johnson @BrutalTrudes Photo Gallery courtesy of Mick Goddard (MickG Photography)Please credit Wall of Sound and Mick Goddard if you repost Saturday 9th February 2019 - SOLD OUTSandstone Point Hotel Sunday 10th February 2019Sandstone Point Hotel Tickets Here BONDI or Manly might be what the world thinks of when it comes to living in Sydney but locals who actually want the Australian dream of a family home with a backyard go to one place — Baulkham Hills which is split between the Hills Shire and Parramatta councils was the most popular area in the country for families wanting four-bedroom houses It was also the most coveted location for buyers of all house types in the Greater Western Sydney area with buyer demand nearly doubling since 2019 according to a realestate.com.au measure of online search activity Kings Langley and Castle Hill rounded out the top five most viewed suburbs more than 15km west of the CBD “Baulkham Hills is off the charts right now,” realestate.com.au chief economist Nerida Conisbee said “It’s always been popular with families but now it’s huge.” The increased interest in the northwest coincided with the opening of the Sydney Metro Northwest train line in May last year The line connects much of the region to Sydney’s north shore and beyond Housing experts said the region’s increased popularity was also due to its proximity to Sydney’s second CBD at Parramatta — and the big houses on large blocks Additional Australian Post Office data revealed the region accounted for the bulk of suburbs with the most requests to redirect mail from newly moved NSW families and households between 2013 and 2019 Kellyville residents used the most redirect services One of the biggest contributors to Kellyville’s growth was the North Kellyville housing estate which effectively doubled the size of the suburb The Sydney Metro Northwest rail line has opened up the Hills area McGrath-Castle Hill agent Tamara Wikaruk said the schools shopping options and large blocks had always been a big draw for families but the new train line was bringing even more people to the area “We’re getting significantly more out-of-area buyers,” Ms Wikaruk said Fiona Ross moved from Baulkham Hills to Kellyville 11 years ago and said the region was growing fast “The rail link has been a huge change,” she said “There is a lot more people and it’s much easier to get around Her family is taking their home at 20 Valenti Crescent to auction next weekend but will be staying in the area The Ross family will stay in the Hills area There is plenty of space you never feel like you need to be stuck in the same room This amazing house at 18 Daniel Ave in Baulkham Hills has broken the previous suburb record by $548,000 A unique home completely decked out in black and with a large ‘18’ on the front lawn has broken the Baulkham Hills suburb record by half-a-million dollars at a memorable auction The Daniel Ave residence had been one of the most popular homes in recent weeks on realestate.com.au before it sold for $3.06 million MORE: Inside Karl Stefanovic’s waterfront mansion Nicole Kidman leads celebrities moving to this NSW region 18 year-old buys $5m mansion in Dural Ray Hadley lists insane Sydney acreage The result eclipsed the previous $2.512 million record achieved in April by 23 Railway St It is also the third time this year a house has gone past the former $2.48 million benchmark set all the way back in 2015 by 41 Park Rd Four of the five registered bidders took part in the auction in front of an energised crowd of about 250 people The buyer was in the box seat from the get go making strong confident bids in hope of knocking off the competition “While others were looking to raise the price in $25,000 increments the buyer was going up in $100,000 allotments,” Jay Bacani of Manor Real Estate said Street views are on offer from the stylish main bedroom The buyer was a local young family who by all accounts were not overly thrilled with the black design at the first open home “They hated the house with its black design when they first saw it,” Mr Bacani said “After about the third time of inspecting the house but I believe they are looking to paint some of the walls white.” the home attracted over 400 groups including plenty of neighbours coming for a sticky beak due to the black design “It is the first house that I’ve ever seen like it before and a lot of locals wanted to check it out because it took three years for owners to finish it the more people started to appreciate the design.” the home at 18 Daniel Ave has 2.7m high ceilings and large floor-to-ceiling windows a cabana with fully equipped gym and a large ‘number 18’ in the front garden RELATED: Inside this insane blacked-out house The see-through timber staircase is a major feature as is the chandelier and 3.3m built-in fireplace The Italian designed kitchen has a teppanyaki plate two built-in dishwashers and butler’s pantry ensuite and walk-in wardrobe with custom built cabinetry The sellers are now looking to replicate the house on a much larger scale in Dural Baulkham Hills which attracted a crowd of about 150 spectators A home auction in Baulkham Hills has drawn comparisons with a Federer Nadal tennis showdown after attracting a dramatic series of back and forth bids between two committed parties The drawn out auction pushed the price of the Appian Circuit house to $3,385,000 – a record result for a Baulkham Hills property sold at auction It was reported to be $305,000 above the owners’ expectation and $685,000 above the highest price feedback given by interested buyers prior to the Sunday auction Auctioneer Jerome Smith of Above the Reserve said the auction had all the drama of a high stakes match with a crowd of 150 spectators and 16 bidders in attendance “People were cheering each bid and there was a rapture of clapping when the hammer dropped,” he said “It was a bit of a party atmosphere at the end MORE: Cheapest suburbs within 10km of CBD $2 mansion could be world’s best Christmas present Only three of the 16 registered parties made bids but most of the auction was a battle between two rival bidder camps who started with competing $100,000 bidding increments “It was like a tennis match between the two bidders,” Mr Smith said It was like we had Federer one side and Nadal the other side and no one wanted to give up An exhausted underbidder eventually dropped out once bidding hit the final price with $5000 separating the buyer and the next highest bid Auctioneer Jerome Smith with the selling agents Andy Lin and Annie Zeng “The ($3,385,000) offer was probably the straw that broke the camel’s back It was just too far (for the underbidder),” Mr Smith said The seven-year-old house has five bedrooms The block was 901sqm and was next door to the coveted Matthew Pearce Primary School routinely ranked as the state’s top public primary school The school catchment is one of the hardest to purchase housing within due to the high demand from parents wanting to send their children to the school “It was a monster of a home,” Mr Smith said of the design and layout “It was probably the crème da la crème of the area.” MORE: Just $2 could get you this luxury waterfront Israel Folau makes massive profit on home sale Sydney’s richest and cheapest streets revealed We’re sorry, this feature is 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We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. A taekwondo master, who allegedly murdered a seven-year-old boy and a loving couple in Sydney’s west, has had his first day in court – but it was over in less than a minute. Kyung Kwang Yoo, known to students at his dojang as “Master Lion”, was charged by homicide police at Westmead Hospital just before 9pm on Wednesday. Police laid three charges of murder against Yoo; the first was the alleged strangulation of Min “Sue” Cho, 41, on the evening of February 19, according to court documents. The second charge of murder related to a seven-year-old boy, who cannot be named due to laws protecting child victims of crime, killed that same evening. A photograph posted by Kwang Kyung Yoo, known as “Master Lion”, during the 2021 COVID lockdown.Credit: Facebook Police allege Yoo strangled the pair at Lion’s Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy in North Parramatta before driving Cho’s BMW X5 to the home she had shared with her 39-year-old husband at Baulkham Hills. The third murder charge against Yoo alleges he stabbed Steven Cho to death at their townhouse between 9pm and 10.59pm, about two hours after the killings at the dojang. Yoo then drove himself in the BMW to Westmead Hospital, police say, where he was admitted with slash wounds to the chest and arms. He told medical staff that he had been attacked in a supermarket car park, prompting health officials to contact police. Yoo did not appear in court and did not dial into the hearing from his hospital bed, where he remains under police guard. The matter was adjourned in a matter of seconds, with no application for Yoo’s release on bail. He will remain in custody – at first in hospital and then most likely in prison on remand – until the matter is next due in court in April. Social media pages, unearthed since the alleged murders, reveal Yoo had carefully honed a public image as a gentle family man, successful in business and education, and a master of martial arts. They include dozens of videos of children practising and playing at his taekwondo studio, including birthday parties, and of courses he would run at local high schools. In one video, Yoo plays soccer with a child in a field under a pink sky as his wife and dog watch on. “Having a precious time with my treasures on the beautiful Sunday afternoon,” he wrote. But oddities also emerge, including a video in which Yoo has filled out a form requesting to be conferred with the title “Distinguished Senior Professor” from Macquarie University. “Congratulations Master Lion for your new carrier,” the video is captioned. The university has no record of Yoo. In the pandemic, Yoo posted photographs of workouts where he flexed his muscles in a dark garage-turned-gym and lamented the lockdown. “My heart is boiling up again,” he wrote of his lockdown-induced solitude. “Be strong my students, do not let this madness get you down. We can overcome this madness situation and let’s boiling our passion once more.” Family and friends of Yoo’s alleged victims are in shock. Steven Cho’s mother was seen at the Baulkham Hills home inconsolable on Tuesday. Kwang Kyung Yoo playing soccer with a child in 2022.Credit: Facebook A neighbour, who gave only his first name as Taylor, said he was “shocked” and struggling to form an emotional response to the alleged triple murder. He was quickly led away by homicide detectives and warned off from speaking to waiting camera crews. Police are now working to establish what led to the triple homicide. “What we allege from the information provided … is the woman and child were murdered at North Parramatta and then at some time after 6.30pm … [Yoo] has travelled to Baulkham Hills and has had a confrontation with the 39-year-old ... and as a result of that confrontation, he has been stabbed to death,” homicide squad commander Detective Superintendent Danny Doherty said on Wednesday. “There was no warnings from what we have gathered so far. It was out of the blue. It wasn’t something that was forewarned or planned,” Doherty said. “We will allege there was murderous intent.” Colleagues recalled Cho as a man “wrapped up in his work”. “I have never met a more normal enthusiastic guy in the work environment. He was highly respected in his work at one of the largest construction companies in NSW,” a colleague, who did not wish to be named, told the Herald. At the time of his death, Cho had worked at Richard Crookes Constructions for nearly two decades and was employed as a senior estimator, the apex of a long career in construction. The colleague said Cho was referred to among colleagues as “the machine” because he was so good at his job. Such was his reliability that a family friend called police with concerns for his welfare within 16 hours of his death. Cho’s boss described his “shock and sadness” at the news in an email to staff. Police are now working with the Australian embassy and its counterparts in South Korea to inform the Cho family. A taekwondo master, who allegedly murdered a seven-year-old boy and a loving couple in Sydney\\u2019s west, has had his first day in court \\u2013 but it was over in less than a minute. Kyung Kwang Yoo, known to students at his dojang as \\u201CMaster Lion\\u201D, was charged by homicide police at Westmead Hospital just before 9pm on Wednesday. Police laid three charges of murder against Yoo; the first was the alleged strangulation of Min \\u201CSue\\u201D Cho, 41, on the evening of February 19, according to court documents. Police allege Yoo strangled the pair at Lion\\u2019s Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy in North Parramatta before driving Cho\\u2019s BMW X5 to the home she had shared with her 39-year-old husband at Baulkham Hills. The matter was adjourned in a matter of seconds, with no application for Yoo\\u2019s release on bail. He will remain in custody \\u2013 at first in hospital and then most likely in prison on remand \\u2013 until the matter is next due in court in April. In one video, Yoo plays soccer with a child in a field under a pink sky as his wife and dog watch on. \\u201CHaving a precious time with my treasures on the beautiful Sunday afternoon,\\u201D he wrote. But oddities also emerge, including a video in which Yoo has filled out a form requesting to be conferred with the title \\u201CDistinguished Senior Professor\\u201D from Macquarie University. \\u201CCongratulations Master Lion for your new carrier,\\u201D the video is captioned. The university has no record of Yoo. \\u201CMy heart is boiling up again,\\u201D he wrote of his lockdown-induced solitude. \\u201CBe strong my students, do not let this madness get you down. We can overcome this madness situation and let\\u2019s boiling our passion once more.\\u201D Family and friends of Yoo\\u2019s alleged victims are in shock. Steven Cho\\u2019s mother was seen at the Baulkham Hills home inconsolable on Tuesday. A neighbour, who gave only his first name as Taylor, said he was \\u201Cshocked\\u201D and struggling to form an emotional response to the alleged triple murder. \\u201CWhat we allege from the information provided \\u2026 is the woman and child were murdered at North Parramatta and then at some time after 6.30pm \\u2026 [Yoo] has travelled to Baulkham Hills and has had a confrontation with the 39-year-old ... and as a result of that confrontation, he has been stabbed to death,\\u201D homicide squad commander Detective Superintendent Danny Doherty said on Wednesday. \\u201CThere was no warnings from what we have gathered so far. It was out of the blue. It wasn\\u2019t something that was forewarned or planned,\\u201D Doherty said. \\u201CWe will allege there was murderous intent.\\u201D Colleagues recalled Cho as a man \\u201Cwrapped up in his work\\u201D. \\u201CI have never met a more normal enthusiastic guy in the work environment. He was highly respected in his work at one of the largest construction companies in NSW,\\u201D a colleague, who did not wish to be named, told the Herald. The colleague said Cho was referred to among colleagues as \\u201Cthe machine\\u201D because he was so good at his job. Such was his reliability that a family friend called police with concerns for his welfare within 16 hours of his death. Cho\\u2019s boss described his \\u201Cshock and sadness\\u201D at the news in an email to staff. \\u201CIt\\u2019s a very sad tragedy,\\u201D Doherty said. plans for a train line to Sydney’s north-west suburbs were proposed scrapped and re-announced more times than residents of Baulkham Hills gritted their teeth in frustration at the snaking queues to hop on buses home from the CBD After Liberal leader Barry O’Farrell’s victory in the NSW election in March of that year the new premier announced that his first order of business would be to start construction of the North West Rail Link This was swiftly followed by the announcement of a project team the awarding of contracts and – crucially – the allocation of cash eight new stations in the rebranded Sydney Metro NorthWest had been confirmed The first stage of the Sydney Metro is due to open in early 2019 with trains to run every four minutes during peak hour delivering commuters from the Cudgegong Road to Wynyard Where infrastructure announcements occur and construction commences, property price growth typically follows. This was certainly the case in Baulkham Hills where the median house sale price had hovered between about $500,000 and $620,000 for nearly a decade until O’Farrell’s announcement after which the graph shows a dramatic surge to its current median of $1.25 million The story is repeated in suburbs around Sydney Randwick and Kingsford as major infrastructure projects deliver not only the promise of easier transport but property price growth too the chief executive officer of the property lobby group the Urban Development Institute of Australia NSW says new infrastructure is a key enabler for growth “It is embraced by the community and essential for a liveable Some people are losing their homes through compulsory acquisitions Construction havoc and traffic congestion near stations and new motorway entry points are part of the price of a smoother ride Sellers might cash in on price growth but they But for many people living in suburbs that were previously devilishly hard to access the prospect of speedy services to major employment hubs is a welcome relief Developers are responding to this sense of optimism by launching off-the-plan projects close to new transport links One of the latest to hit the market is The Orchards a masterplanned community on an 8.8-hectare site 500 metres from the future Norwest train station and 250 metres from the Norwest Business Park When complete, the project from Japanese-headquartered developer Sekisui House will comprise about 1300 units in seven phases with buildings ranging in height from six to 12 storeys incorporates 121 apartments across two seven-storey buildings Sekisui House Australia’s sales and marketing operations manager says major infrastructure announcements influence developers’ decisions because people like to be near transport hubs future station and amenities were huge drawcards “The new north-west rail link will make an unimaginable difference to the lives of those living in Baulkham Hills as residents will be able to commute quickly and easily into Sydney’s CBD,” Wainwright says News of the north-west rail line has excited locals and those looking to move to the area for some time now We are already fielding enquiries from young professionals those working at Norwest Business Park and also families.” Turner has designed the masterplan and Imperial apartments. Architect Dan Szwaj, a director at Turner which is between the business centre and an 18-hole golf course takes its cues from the natural environment “There are a lot of well-established native trees including bunya pines that were planted as part of the early settlement of the area,” Szwaj says “There’s a creek running through the site and it’s quite varied in terms of its elevation A new 1.4-hectare linear park will act as a leafy thoroughfare connecting Strangers Creek to the higher part of the site to the north Existing trees and new plantings take a starring role near the new apartment buildings A mature forest redgum is the centrepiece of the courtyard between the first two apartment buildings Citrus trees and other edible gardens will be planted in rooftop gardens while rooftop terraces will provide spaces for dining with views over the district and golf club timber and other natural materials reference the area’s citrus-farming past Buyers will be able to choose between a wide range of sizes and flexible internal layouts “We wanted to provide a lot of flexibility in these spaces to meet the needs of different people These are not one-size-fits-all apartments,” Szwaj says See more of The Orchards here or download the Domain app for more new apartments for sale in Sydney The information on this website is intended to be of a general nature only and doesn't consider your objectives, financial situation or needs. where we are privileged to live and operate Baulkham Hills is a great spot for upsizers It has long been a favourite destination for families but now Baulkham Hills has ranked as the most popular spot for those looking to upsize to a bigger home show the leafy suburb in Sydney’s northwest recorded the highest views per listing online for homes with four bedrooms or more It was the only NSW suburb to make the list which was dominated by Victoria with Hawthorn East (2) Malvern (4) and Glen Iris (5) also performing strongly Baulkham Hills offers big backyards which is popular with young families REA Chief economist Nerida Conisbee said the top 10 areas are all family friendly areas and contain a high proportion of big homes on big blocks “They all offer a degree of amenity – decent transport good schools and solid retail precincts,” she said Baulkham Hills has its own shopping centre Latest figures from realestate.com.au show the median house price in Baulkham Hills is $1.161 million with 349 sales recorded in the past 12 months During this period prices have increased by 3.7 per cent Properties in the suburb are typically held by their owners for around 15 years The suburb is also home to the top ranking selective Baulkham Hills High School while families will pay a premium to live within the catchment zone for the highly sought after Matthew Pearce Primary School Baulkham Hills has just sold for $1.38 million said the data wasn’t surprising given the high number of inquiries from families househunting in the suburb It is particularly popular with buyers looking to upgrade from Parramatta “I don’t think it is so much the size of the house as much as the size of the land – most blocks average around 700 sqm – people want something they can grow into it and they are looking long term when buying here,” Mr Bacani said The property in Turner Ave has an in-ground swimming pool “The schools are a big drawcard as well as the parklands which – along with block size – make it a more attractive option than newer areas.” Among his recent sales is 509 Windsor Rd a four-bedroom home with two bathrooms and a double garage which fetched $1.215 million after just one week on the market Another larger five-bedroom home with a swimming pool on a 1665 sqm block at 6 Monteith Place sold for $1.445 million It is still possible to buy a freestanding home on 700sqm for around $1.15 million Agent Jamie Benjamin from McGrath Castle Hill believes the suburb is also popular because of its affordability and value for money He recently sold at 9 Turner Ave sold for $1.38 million to a family with young children The single level four-bedroom home is set on a 810 sqm block and also has an in-ground swimming pool “The great local schools really drives sales in Baulkham Hills and then you all the extras such as access to public transport reserves and shopping – it is all about the lifestyle for families,” Mr Benjamin said “We have a lot of people also coming from the inner west and in comparison it is very affordable.” Information about working in or operating early childhood education services including outside school hours care information for parents including how to choose a service and supporting your child for their transition to school Skills NSW helps post high school students find courses in vocational training across a wide variety of industries and course providers The NSW Department of Education is committed to employing the best and brightest teachers who can teach and make a difference in NSW public schools NSW Department of Education's information on curriculum taught in NSW schools Aboriginal education and communities & personalised support Former Baulkham Hills North Public student Carolyn McGregor shared her inspirational journey through maths and science to space research Professor Carolyn McGregor confesses she was a “‘geek before it was fashionable” The Baulkham Hills North Public School alumnus has carved a stellar career as a computer scientist working in health informatics a field in which she is now considered a world-leading expert Professor McGregor was the star attraction at her old school’s Education Week festivities where she addressed students with an inspiring message to follow their passion while also encouraging them to consider a career in STEM (Science You have to follow your own desires of what you’re naturally interested in and pursue it,” Professor McGregor told students “Not all of you will go on to work with artificial intelligence and do what I am doing be true to yourself and work to find what you’re passionate about.” Professor McGregor’s pioneering work in the creation of a computer program that monitors the health of babies eventually led her to NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) where she has adapted her program for astronauts to manage their health during the planned manned mission to Mars in 2030 NASA chose 2030 for the Mars mission because the planets would be closer together at that time Professor McGregor was drawn to the subjects of maths and science during her time at Baulkham Hills North Public “I loved doing logic puzzles,” she told students “But what we didn’t have at the time was clarity in what those (STEM) subjects could lead to and the doors it could open We learned science out of curiosity and maths was by repetition I had some teachers who opened my eyes to some of the careers available what I’ve been able to do is use my training in maths and finding patterns and logic to be able to build computing systems “I hope I’ve inspired you to keep going with maths or to give maths another try and consider careers in STEM because I’m very interested in helping people and I want you to understand that you just don’t have to be a doctor or a nurse to help people Professor McGregor completed her schooling at Muirfield High before attending university “As I was going through university - and ‘as an educator - I noticed that students in public education they are allowed to be motivated to learn themselves,” she said “They’re not driven and guided in a way to just pass the HSC exam There’s much more of a fostering environment to actually learn to be self-motivated to learn “What that means is when you transition to university education you have that framework to understand that you need to put time in yourself You need to find that right way yourself to study.” Professor McGregor was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2014 for her service to science and innovation through health care information systems She was awarded the Advance Global Australian Award for Technology Innovation in 2015 She also holds the Canada research chair in health informatics at the University of Ontario Institute of Technology in Oshawa We recognise the Ongoing Custodians of the lands and waterways where we work and live We pay respect to Elders past and present as ongoing teachers of knowledge We strive to ensure every Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander learner in NSW achieves their potential through education 18 Daniel Ave in Baulkham Hills is for sale An incredible home in Baulkham Hills is set to shatter local property records after coming up for sale they decided to complete a full rebuild in 2018 creating one of the more unique homes in Sydney the home attracts a lot of attention from neighbours due to its black design the property is expected to break the Baulkham Hills suburb record MORE: Inside Karl Stefanovic’s waterfront mansion Teenager buys $5m Sydney mansion custom light fittings and elegant finishes are the epitome of resort-style living said selling agent Jay Bacani of Manor Real Estate this home will make you feel like you’re on holidays all year round,” he said “The black is a striking difference to the Hills and something refreshing to break up all the overused colour schemes currently saturating the new developments.” Sitting in a cul-de-sac, the home at 18 Daniel Ave has 2.7m high ceilings and large floor-to-ceiling windows there is a built-in Eurocave wine cabinet with the ability to hold up to 700 bottles There are three additional bedrooms with built-in wardrobes