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Archive - January 2022
31 Jan 2022
Macquarie Liberal Candidate To Pursue Koala Funding For The Blue Mountains & The Hawkesbury
Federal Liberal Candidate for Macquarie Sarah Richards said that she will fight to ensure that the Blue Mountains region receives its share of $50 million of new funding to support the recovery of koalas in Eastern Australia.31 Jan 2022
Celebrate Library Lovers Day at Blue Mountains Library on 14 February
The theme for Library Lovers Day on 14 February 2022 is Show the Love, and that is exactly what the Blue Mountains Library team have been doing for the community.30 Jan 2022
29 Jan 2022
TAFE NSW Traineeships Help Boost Critical Aged Care Workforce
TAFE NSW is partnering with major aged care providers in the Blue Mountains to train a new generation of workers amid a huge demand for skilled staff in within the sector.28 Jan 2022
Federal Support For Local Independent Cinemas Extended
Liberal candidate for Macquarie Sarah Richards is encouraging local independent cinemas to apply for grant funding under the second round of the Morrison Government’s $20 million Supporting Cinemas’ Retention Endurance and Enhancement of Neighbourhoods (SCREEN) Fund.28 Jan 2022
Kids Say: What is important to kids in the Blue Mountains
Children across the Blue Mountains were invited in 2021 to have their say about what is important to them about their community.27 Jan 2022
Have your say on the new accessible walkway for Wentworth Falls Lake Park
Blue Mountains City Council is preparing for the exciting next stage of the Wentworth Falls Lake Park upgrade.25 Jan 2022
Fusion Boutique Presents DAVE GRANEY & CLARE MOORE ‘Everything Was Funny’ Album Launch Tour
FUSION BOUTIQUE presents DAVE GRANEY & CLARE MOORE (VIC) 'Everything Was Funny' Album Launch Tour at 'Palais Performances' Concerts for Listening Audiences showcase series at the Palais Royale Grand Ballroom, Katoomba, Blue Mountains.SAT 19th FEB 2022
EARLY SHOW: Doors Open Ballroom 3:30pm | Show Start 4:30pm
LATE SHOW: Doors Open Ballroom 7pm | Show Start 8pm (SOLD OUT)
24 Jan 2022
Richards Says Locals Will Welcome Flood Mitigation Planning
Federal Liberal candidate for the Seat of Macquarie Sarah Richards said that she believes that locals who endured the flooding of 2020 and 2021 will welcome the government’s plans to boost the resilience of the flood evacuation network throughout the Hawkesbury-Nepean Valley.23 Jan 2022
Lithgow Celebrates Australia Day
Australia Day activities will be held in Lithgow, Portland and Wallerawang on Wednesday 26 January with the Australia Day Ambassador’s Address to be given by Olympic rower James Chapman OLY.21 Jan 2022
Labor’s $4.95 Million Commitment For Blue Mountains, Hawkesbury Emergency Services
An Albanese Government will boost the Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury’s ability to prepare for and respond to disasters like fires, floods and storms by providing $4.95 million to local emergency services.20 Jan 2022
Enjoy a Beautiful "Friday Funky Picnic" at the Park
Raymond Berquelle, the designer of Queen Elizabeth Park's Charles Lewin Memorial Bandstand would certainly have felt accomplished with its look last Friday 14 January when "The Lounge Catz Mini Big Band" created a pleasant atmosphere for all ages and the rain paused enough for everyone to enjoy a stunning afternoon.19 Jan 2022
Lithgow Severe Weather Event – Disaster Assistance Available
A range of disaster assistance measures are now available for the Lithgow LGA following the devastating heavy rainfall and flooding on 11 January 2022.18 Jan 2022
Blue Mountains City Council continues targeted support for local businesses given ongoing impacts of COVID-19
Blue Mountains City Council has waived all footpath dining and storage fees for local Blue Mountains businesses for a three month period, starting 1 February.13 Jan 2022
ALL ABOARD THE FAST TRAIN TO THE STARS!
Life, right? Full of distractions, complications and 1,001 reasons to procrastinate.So come jump aboard The Soul Express with Laura Zarb as she regales you with highly relatable tales and catchy, original tunes. Following a sell-out 2019 Sydney Fringe debut, Laura is thrilled to be bringing her unique blend of wit, charm, and neuroses to Katoomba audiences, as she shares her penchant for procrastination (and a good game of Candy Crush), her silent battles with old mate Anxiety, and her love of sequins, shimmies, and sing-a-longs.
6 Jan 2022
Blackheath Chamber Music Festival 2022: "Blue Mist" 22 to 25 April 2022 at Phillips Hall, Blackheath
After a stellar debut in 2021, Blackheath Chamber Music Festival returns in April 2022 for a wonderful 4-day ANZAC weekend of exquisite classical music,featuring some of Australia's outstanding artists - sourced nationally, internationally and locally.