Hills Voices Online

Episode 16 Changing Suburbs: Box Hill - Trish Miller

In this episode, we spoke with Trish Miller, who had been a Box Hill resident for over 60 years, as she takes us on a journey through Box Hill in the 1940s. We explore the daily life on her parents’ poultry farm, the founding of Box Hill Progress Association, and the early history of Box Hill, and discuss the tight-knit community of her old neighbours on Terry Road, the local public schools and the transformative land development in the area. Through her stories, we gain a unique perspective on the changes that have shaped Box Hill over the decades.

Episode 15 Changing Suburbs: Rouse Hill - Jack Iori (OAM)

In this month's episode, we talk with Jack Iori (OAM), who called Rouse Hill home for over 70 years. In this fascinating interview, Jack shares stories about his heritage, his family’s egg farm, and life in Rouse Hill during the 1930s, including the local school and shops. He also reflects on the growth and transformation of Rouse Hill, from its early days through to the 2000s.

Episode 14 Changing Suburbs: Kenthurst - Malcolm Johnston

In this episode, we chat with Malcolm Johnston, a long-time Kenthurst resident. He takes us back to the 1950s, sharing stories of daily life on the local citrus farms, Kenthurst Public School, the shops, the post office, and the community. His memories help create a clear picture of the rural community 70 years ago.

Episode 13 Changing Suburbs: Glenorie - Ray Whiteman

Join Ray Whiteman, as he shares stories about Glenorie in the 1940s and 50s. From his family’s farming business to local transport, schools, local shops, scouts, and community hall, Ray’s vivid storytelling takes us back Glenorie in a much quieter time. Don’t miss this engaging trip down memory lane!

Episode 12 Changing Suburbs: Castle Hill - Connie Keith

In this episode, we talk to Connie Keith who moved to Castle Hill from Italy with her parents when she was 6 years old. Connie shares stories of her childhood in the Hills area in the 1950s, her life on a farm near Victoria Avenue Castle Hill, people’s social life and how the area changed over the years.

Episode 11 Changing Suburbs: Maroota - Charlie and Carmen Camilleri

This month we explore life in Maroota in the 1970s and 1980s in an intriguing interview with Charlie and Carmen Camilleri. Their storytelling paints a vivid picture of life on a fruit & vegetable farm, the Maltese community, the neighbourhood in the area and the changes to Maroota over the years.

Episode 10 Changing Suburbs: Annangrove - John Doering

In this episode, we meet John Doring, a long-term Annangrove resident. Join us as he shares stories of his childhood in the 1930s, the farming businesses in the area, the harrowing 1939 bush fire in the Hills District and how residents celebrated Christmas. Don't miss out on this fascinating journey through history!

Episode 9 Changing Suburbs: Glenhaven – Helen Zamprogno

In this episode, we talk to fourth-generation Glenhaven resident Helen Zamprogno (nee Holland) as she unravels the rich tapestry of Glenhaven’s past. From the humble beginnings of the district, farming and daily life in the rural area, public transport in the past, shops and entertainment for locals, to its transformation into the vibrant community today.