The much-loved Jazz at The Pines is back for 2025/26.
There are seven events in total, with 3 in the coming months:
- Sunday 21st September – Carolyn Packer’s Stompin’ Rhythm Aces
- Sunday 19th October – Geoff Power Jazz Band
- Sunday 16th November – Bridge City Jazz Band
John van den Burg, President of The Rotary Club of The Hills-Kellyville, said, “Jazz at The Pines has been entertaining visitors to the Hills for more than 20 years and attracts people from all over the state. This is one of the great events in the Hills District. On a Sunday afternoon, what’s better than to sit outside in the fresh air, unwind and spend the afternoon with family and friends, lapping up good music, food and views of this original homestead under the shade in its historic gardens. We are grateful to bring music to the Hills with great support from the Hills Shire Council, a long-time supporter of these events as a service to the community.”
Tables and chairs are provided, allowing visitors to bring a packed picnic lunch and take a seat among the tall pines and lavish gardens that surround Roughley House. The homestead was built in 1856 and has been associated with the Roughley family for more than 150 years. Clive Roughley – James’ grandson – bequeathed the property to the community several years before his death.
Freshly baked cakes, tea and coffee will also be available at every Jazz event. Entry tickets cost: $30 for adults, $25 for concessions, and $60 for a family.
Online reservations are encouraged at www.jazzatthepines.org.au. Apart from the website, details can be obtained via email to info@jazzatthepines.org.au or by calling Dural Information Centre on 9651 4411 (attended part-time).
Funds raised go entirely to projects of The Rotary Club of the Hills-Kellyville. Local programs include Literacy Initiatives for students. Further afield, the club continues its Bourke Public School Breakfast Club project, which helps improve school attendance. The club has been proactive in providing support for drought and bushfire-affected communities. The Children’s Medical Research Institute purchased new state-of-the-art equipment to support its cancer research work, funded by the Club. On the international front, the Club is also involved in major humanitarian projects in Sri Lanka and India.
To be part of an inspired group that makes a difference, please get in touch with the club through our website at www.hillsrotary.org.au or our Facebook page.
Further information regarding this press release from Rotarian Keith Stapley 0412 079 014
