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Archive - April 2023
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30 Apr 2023
Fusion Boutique Presents 'Snarskicircuslindyband' Rob Snarski (Blackeyed Susans) & Lindy Morrison (Go Betweens) In Concert At Baroque Room
A lot has happened since Lindy Morrison vowed never to see Rob Snarski perform again.
30 Apr 2023
Businesses rally behind community event
It's great to see local businesses getting behind local events, especially when they have become milestones for the Blue Mountains community.
29 Apr 2023
Be quick - CCTV grants for small businesses
Blue Mountains small businesses can apply for funding of up to $5000 to install CCTV security cameras on their premises.
29 Apr 2023
Key Blue Mountains agencies join forces to work towards more effective management of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area
A recent workshop was a powerhouse of collaboration as the NSW National Parks and Wildlife (NPWS), Blue Mountains City Council (BMCC), and the Blue Mountains World Heritage Institute (BMWHI) came together to identify and tackle potential threats to the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.
28 Apr 2023
An exciting new chapter for Springwood Library
The impressive refurbishment of Springwood Library is now complete and the doors to the new, light-filled space will be open to the public from Monday, 1 May 2023.
27 Apr 2023
26 Apr 2023
Don’t miss your chance to have your say on the former Katoomba Golf Course
There are only a few days left to have your say on the Draft Precinct Plan by Friday 28 April 2023!
25 Apr 2023
Calling all artists: Project underway for Springwood commuter car park
Blue Mountains City Council has secured funding to activate and beautify the Springwood commuter car park.
24 Apr 2023
TEMPORARY CLOSURE - Katoomba area - Blue Mountains National Park - Wednesday 26 to Friday 28 April 2023
** Completed early. Below tracks open Friday **
23 Apr 2023
Lithgow Apprentices and Trainees
Congratulations to all apprentices and trainees who are now a part of the Lithgow City Council workforce.
22 Apr 2023
Emerging artists propel their art practice to the next level
After months of creative development and rehearsals, four local artists will perform their feature project at Blue Mountains Theatre on 5 May for the inaugural Propel Projects - Emerging Performers Residency Showcase and Afterparty.
22 Apr 2023
Blue Mountains sporting clubs invited to free Good Sports webinar
Community sporting club representatives from the Blue Mountains region are invited to attend a free Good Sports webinar on building and maintaining healthy and family-friendly club environments.
21 Apr 2023
Council successfully prosecutes for unauthorised development
A property owner has been prosecuted in the local courts for unauthorised building work and fined more than $22,000.
20 Apr 2023
Council launches new clothing and textile recovery program
You can now recycle and repurpose your clothing and textiles for free!
19 Apr 2023
Local aboriginal artists upskill through unique new course at TAFE NSW Katoomba
As demand for Aboriginal art continues to climb, a new course at TAFE NSW Katoomba is helping local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists turn their passion for creativity into successful careers.
18 Apr 2023
Lifestyle expo to lure new blood to Lithgow
Lithgow District Chamber of Commerce hopes to lure a host of new families and empty nesters to the town to help fill the gap created by the exiting coal and thermal power generation industries.
17 Apr 2023
Planetary Health collaboration secures $1.135 million in grant funding to mitigate disaster risk in the Blue Mountains and Lithgow
The Blue Mountains and Lithgow Bioregional Collaboration for Planetary Health has succeeded in gaining $1.135 million dollars in grant funding for a range of projects that aim to make our communities more resilient to natural disasters.
16 Apr 2023
ANZAC Day 2023 Display at Lithgow Library
As Australia and New Zealand prepare to commemorate the anniversary of the landing of Australian and New Zealand troops at Gallipoli on 25th April 1915, we also recognise the more than 1.5 million men and women who have served Australia in all conflicts, wars and peacekeeping operations. It is also a time to remember over 103,000 Australians who lost their lives while serving. Lest we forget.
15 Apr 2023
Bowenfels Family Fun Day
Lithgow Youth Council participated in a very successful Bowenfels Family Fun Day on Wednesday 12 April, organised by Lithgow Information and Neighbourhood Centre, and proudly supported by the Lithgow Cares Committee, Lithgow City Council and a wide variety of local organisations.
14 Apr 2023
Artisan's Picnic at Eskbank House
The beautiful grounds of Eskbank House will come alive with the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of some of the Seven Valley’s finest local creatives this Saturday 15 April, from 11:30am – 3:30pm.
12 Apr 2023
Endeavour Energy Powering Communities Grants Program
Lithgow Council is encouraging local community groups, schools and charities to participate in Endeavour Energy’s Powering Communities grants program.
9 Apr 2023
Applications open for the Community Assistance Program
Applications are now open for Blue Mountains City Council’s Community Assistance Program (CAP) grants.
8 Apr 2023
National Trust Heritage Festival Exhibition 2023 Titled Shared Stories – Textiles of Lithgow: Handmade to Factory Industries
To celebrate the Shared Stories theme of this year’s National Trust Heritage Festival, Eskbank House Museum has developed an exhibition of textile related collection objects including samplers and embroidery, underwear and handbags, blankets and quilts, tools and machinery.
6 Apr 2023
The Katoomba Falls Night-lit Walk like you’ve never it seen before
With the Autumn school holidays just around the corner, Blue Mountains City Council has released an engaging new video which highlights the wonders of the Katoomba Falls precinct by day -and night.
4 Apr 2023
Visitor pay parking to be rolled out in Blue Mountains during 2023
Visitor pay smart parking is to be implemented in the Blue Mountains, after the Blue Mountains City Council adopted the Parking Strategic Plan 2023 at the February Council meeting.
4 Apr 2023
The Foundations Portland is the destination for Easter Saturday Night
The Twilight Markets return to The Foundation this Easter Saturday, with plenty of stalls, food offerings, hot coffee and entertainment for all ages.
2 Apr 2023
Council campaigns to ensure free access to the Trove national archive
Blue Mountains City Council has endorsed calls for sustainable funding to ensure the continuation of free access to the Trove national archive.
1 Apr 2023
Call out for Youth Services
Lithgow Youth Council and Lithgow City Council, invite all services to be part of the special day that Youth Council has organised as part of the Youth week 2023 celebrations.News Menu:
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