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25 May 2019
Give A Dam Fundraiser Dinner
The GIVE A DAM campaign will be hosting a fundraiser dinner on the 15th of June from 6pm.
25 May 2019
Business Workshops - What's on in June
The Western Sydney Business Centre provides business advice and training for new and existing businesses across the entire Western & South West Sydney Region with thanks to the NSW Government's Business Connect Program and the Australian Government's Small Business Advisory Services Programme.
24 May 2019
Blue Green Algae Alert at Lake Wallace Downgraded to Amber Alert
Lake Wallace continues to experience blue green algae, and has now been downgraded to Amber Alert.
24 May 2019
Áine Tyrrell + Special Guests Smith & Jones in Concert at The Metropole Guesthouse
Story is at the forefront for troubadour Áine Tyrrell whose rich song-writing practice draws deeply on her Irish roots. Her latest offering 'Return to the Sea' was written and recorded in her homeland but mastered and crowd funded with one boot in the red dirt of her adopted country of Australia.
23 May 2019
Campaign to Make Springwood Pool Chlorine-Free
How good would it be for you and your family and friends to swim or work in a pool in safety, without toxic chlorine fumes?
23 May 2019
Primary Schools Futsal Gala Day
The upper mountains local Primary schools of Our Lady of Nativity Lawson, Blue Mountains Steiner School, Korowal School, Leura Primary, Katoomba Primary, Blackheath Primary, Mountains Christian School, Mt Victoria Primary, Lawson Primary and St Canic’es Katoomba recently contested the annual Mountain Majik Futsal Gala Day. With over 450 students participating in this event over the 2 days all students were excited and proud to represent their school.
22 May 2019
Sculpture at Scenic World Delivers Welcome Boost to NSW Visitor Economy
Scenic World’s annual art exhibition, Sculpture at Scenic World, has cemented its position as Australia’s premier regional outdoor art exhibition, attracting record visitor numbers to the Blue Mountains in a welcome boost for the NSW visitor economy.
22 May 2019
Improving the Management of Crown Lands
Council is adapting how it manages public lands, following recent legislation changes.
21 May 2019
Call for Quality of Life Mayoral Reference Group Members
Blue Mountains City Council is seeking two new community members to join a Quality of Life Mayoral Reference Group to facilitate ongoing discussion relating to the proposed Western Sydney Airport at Badgery’s Creek and the raising of the Warragamba Dam wall.
21 May 2019
WOW Day 2019 - Wear Orange Wednesday to Thank our Dedicated SES Volunteers
Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) is on Wednesday 22nd of May and it's your chance to show support for all State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers around Australia.
20 May 2019
Don't Miss our Waste to Art Launch and Declutter Workshop
We’re offering residents a free declutter workshop to help celebrate the launch of this year’s Waste to Art sculpture – a powerful owl’s nest!
20 May 2019
Australia's Biggest Morning Tea 2019
Once again Lithgow Library Learning Centre will be playing host to Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea.
19 May 2019
Main Street Paver Restoration Set to Commence
Council notes the community’s concern over the state of the Main Street following the works undertaken by NBNCo. We want to reassure everyone that restoration works to the pavers is scheduled to commence at the end of this month at the cost of NBNCo.
19 May 2019
Penrith Youth Orchestra: An Afternoon with Beethoven, Holst and Grieg
The Australian Chamber Orchestra, The Joan and Penrith Symphony Orchestra are thrilled to present the third public performance by the Penrith Youth Orchestra (PYO), on Sunday 26 May at 3pm.
19 May 2019
Maths is Fun in Libraries
Introduce numeracy skills to your pre-schooler in a fun and playful way at your local library!
18 May 2019
Fire Stations Open Day
Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) will hold its annual Open Day on Saturday 18 May 2019 between 10.00am and 2.00pm and everyone is invited to come along.
18 May 2019
The Sausage Sizzle is Making a Difference this Election Day
Lions Australia has a longstanding reputation for hosting some of Australia's best sausage sizzles and every dollar donated to Lions goes towards their causes.
18 May 2019
Blue Mountains Residents Come Together to Support Incorporation of Katoomba Airfield into National Park
Katoomba Airfield Community Group presented its petition to local state member, Trish Doyle, on Friday 10 May in Medlow Bath.
17 May 2019
$450k to Strengthen Community Services in Macquarie
Two vital counselling and community services will benefit significantly thanks to a Morrison Government investment of $450,000, Minister Paul Fletcher and Liberal candidate for Macquarie Sarah Richards announced this week.
17 May 2019
$10K for Mid Mountains Men’s Shed
Liberal candidate for Macquarie Sarah Richards announced this week that a re-elected Morrison Government will help support a newly-opened Men’s Shed in the Blue Mountains.
17 May 2019
Harding Miller Education Foundation Presents 87 Scholarships at Sydney Town Hall
87 Year 9 female students were awarded Harding Miller Education Foundation scholarships (valued at over $20,000 each) at Sydney Town Hall on Wednesday 15th May.
16 May 2019
$19.5 million Western Sydney Community Health and Wellbeing Package
The Coalition Government will deliver a $19.5 million Community Health and Wellbeing Package for Western Sydney, providing an important investment in mental health and drug rehabilitation services for the community.
16 May 2019
Ultra Trail Australia Trail Running Events on Blue Mountains Walking Tracks
Popular Blue Mountains walking trails will be awash with runners for the next four days as Ultra Trail Australia comes to the Blue Mountains.
16 May 2019
Have Your Say on Draft Weed Management Strategic Plan 2019
Blue Mountains City Council are calling for feedback on their Draft Weed Management Strategic Plan 2019.
15 May 2019
Council Welcomes Interim Report for Public Inquiry TOR 4
Blue Mountains City Council has welcomed the Interim Report released today by Commissioner Richard Beasley SC, relating to Term of Reference 4 of the Public Inquiry into the Council.
15 May 2019
Helping First Home Buyers in Macquarie
First home buyers across Macquarie will be helped into the housing market by a re-elected Morrison Government, as it helps them deal with one of the biggest barriers to owning their own home.
15 May 2019
Morrison Government to Deliver Knapsack Park Upgrade
A re-elected Morrison Government will invest $1.3 million to upgrade facilities at Knapsack Park to ease parking pressure, increase safety and boost sports participation.
15 May 2019
Take Part in Council’s Disability Study
Blue Mountains City Council want to understand the needs and experiences of people living with disability and/or mental illness in the Blue Mountains.
15 May 2019
Fire & Rescue NSW's Open Day - 18 May
Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith encourages local residents to visit their local station for the Fire & Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Open Day on Saturday, 18 May to learn about fire prevention and meet local firefighters.News Menu:
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