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Archive - January 2023
30 Jan 2023
29 Jan 2023
Toddlertime launches at Blue Mountains Library
Blue Mountains Library is launching a brand-new program for toddlers this year to add to its already popular early literacy programs for preschoolers:Toddlertime.29 Jan 2023
Low Rise Housing Diversity Code continues to threaten Blue Mountains
Since it was proposed in 2018, Blue Mountains City Council has opposed the State Government’s Low Rise Housing Diversity Code applying in the Blue Mountains.28 Jan 2023
New Australian citizens welcomed at Blue Mountains Citizenship Ceremony
The Blue Mountains welcomed 36 new Australian citizens at a moving ceremony at Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub on the evening of Wednesday, 25 January.27 Jan 2023
Jeff Buckley Anniversary Concert
World-class guitarist Gary Lucas is on his way back to Australia.25 Jan 2023
Lithgow Australia Day Celebrations
Australia Day ceremonies will be held in Lithgow, Wallerawang and Portland on Thursday 26 January with free activities and entertainment for everyone. So come along and celebrate Australia Day this year with family and friends.25 Jan 2023
Blast Furnace Park – the home of outdoor entertainment
Lithgow’s Blast Furnace Park is set to become the home of outdoor entertainment following yesterday’s announcement by Deputy Premier, Paul Toole MP of $415,000 for a permanent performance stage and lighting under Round Five of the NSW Government’s Stronger Communities Fund.24 Jan 2023
Female Focussed Projects Score Funding Through NSW Football Legacy Fund
Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith has announced that local football clubs and players have scored funding as part of a program that will ensure the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 will leave a lasting legacy on NSW.23 Jan 2023
Palais Royale reopens Cafe Royale
To kick off 2023, Palais Royale is pleased to announce that Café Royale is reopening on Wednesday 25 January 2023.21 Jan 2023
Residents reminded about the safe disposal of hazardous waste following Council recycling truck fire
Residents reminded about the safe disposal of hazardous waste following Council recycling truck fire18 Jan 2023
Iconic Scenic Skyway Swaps Yellow For Rainbow To Celebrate Worldpride 2023
From 10 February – 5 March 2023, Scenic World is proud to be celebrating Sydney WorldPride 2023 in ways that anyone and everyone can feel part of.18 Jan 2023
Lithgow will continue to power NSW
Lithgow will continue to play an important role in support of broader NSW’s electricity needs with the announcement today that Greenspot and Shell will work to deliver a large Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on the site of the old Wallerawang Power Station.16 Jan 2023
Hooray! Cave Tours Reopen on January 20!
At last, on Friday, January 20, we will throw open our doors for fun and adventure, starting with our cave tours and handy cafe, which will be open every day. You can book now for cave tours up to February 1.8 Jan 2023
Cultural Centre exhibition highly commended at IMAGinE Awards
Blue Mountains Cultural Centre was awarded a Highly Commended in the Exhibition Category (medium gallery) at the Museums & Galleries NSW (MGNSW) IMAGinE awards for the in-house curated exhibition Post-Haste.6 Jan 2023
Council addresses climate induced urban forest and tree decline with citywide tree planting program
While Blue Mountains residents are all too familiar with the more visible impacts of climate change such as floods, droughts and fires, another lesser known impact of extreme weather is urban forest decline and tree death.5 Jan 2023