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Archive - December 2023
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25 Dec 2023
Future vision for the 'strategic centre' of the Blue Mountains endorsed
Blue Mountains City Council recently adopted the Katoomba Masterplan 2023.
24 Dec 2023
The housing crisis hitting Blue Mountains wildlife
Earlier this year the Blue Mountains Conservation Society held a workshop with Peter Ridgeway in Lawson to address the diminishing supply of hollows for wildlife and what we can do about it. Historical and ongoing loss of old trees due to clearing, arboriculture works, and bushfires is continuing to cause ongoing loss of habitat for much of our wildlife and threatening their ability to thrive.
23 Dec 2023
Forged by Fire Festival in January 2024
Lithgow Council has announced a new community event for January 2024.
22 Dec 2023
Experience The Wonder This Summer
Whether you want to stroll beneath the ancient rainforest canopy, discover a herd of dinosaurs, or climb on top of the Scenic Skyway to enjoy the sunset, there’s something for everyone this summer at Scenic world. Whatever adventure you choose, wrap up your day with the best brews and views at the Terrace Bar.
22 Dec 2023
New culvert installed at Leura Falls Creek
Over 30 pre-cast concrete segments have now been lowered into place at Leura Falls Creek to form a new and improved culvert underneath Cliff Drive that will mean less disruption to the natural flow of water, and a healthier creek.
21 Dec 2023
Life saving heartstarters available 24/7 thanks to Nepean Football partnership
Four publicly accessible defibrillators have been installed at local sporting clubs across the Blue Mountains.
20 Dec 2023
Blue Mountain Gardening Tips for an El Nino Summer
There are many steps you can take to protect your garden from the impacts of hot, dry conditions. Although an El Nino summer is not the ideal time to plant, even newbies in your garden can survive if you are prepared to invest some time.
20 Dec 2023
Consultation shows strong community support for update
Preliminary analysis suggests more than three-quarters of respondents have shown support for a central piazza as part of an incentives approach to building heights, in Blaxland town centre.
18 Dec 2023
Works underway to restore Lapstone Hill Tunnel
Significant works to restore the historic Lapstone Hill Tunnel continue, with the removal of tonnes of waste and sediment now complete, as well as vegetation management and the restoration of a heritage culvert underway.
17 Dec 2023
Council to introduce updated time zones to visitor paid parking areas
One-hour parking locations in Blackheath, Katoomba, Leura and Wentworth Falls town centres will be extended to two-hour zones, early in the New Year.
16 Dec 2023
Prepare a Plan B to get home safely this holiday season and go in the draw to win a swag
With Christmas and end-of-year gatherings already in full swing, it’s essential to remember if you’re enjoying celebratory drinks, you need to plan how to get home safely.
15 Dec 2023
Turtle sunbathing island launched at The Gully for turtle nesting season
As our freshwater turtles begin their nesting season, a turtle basking island has been created at The Gully, Katoomba, designed to give the ancient reptiles a safe place to bask in the sun and warm up – a vital part of their day-to-day survival.
14 Dec 2023
Disaster resilience resource for kids takes off in Mountains
More than 30 Blue Mountains educators and support givers were trained in the use of Birdie’s Tree Project, an award-winning series of resources designed to help young children prepare for, and cope with disasters and other disruptive events.
13 Dec 2023
More than 40 activities happening in the Blue Mountains these school holidays
The summer holidays may be long but they don’t have to be boring, with a calendar full of fun, affordable and inclusive activities happening in the Blue Mountains for children, families and young people.
12 Dec 2023
10 Dec 2023
TEMPORARY CLOSURE - Leura Forest area - Blue Mountains National Park - Wednesday 13 December 2023
CANCELLED. The tracks mentioned below will remain open.
9 Dec 2023
Helping our community Live Well With Dementia
On 28 November, Wentworth Healthcare, provider of the Nepean Blue Mountains Primary Health Network, held a Live Well With Dementia community event in the Blue Mountains.
9 Dec 2023
Lithgow Union Theatre Receives a Makeover
Patrons attending recent opera and musical performance events at the Lithgow Union Theatre have experienced the benefits from the installation of new seats and carpet.
8 Dec 2023
Lithgow City Council endorses the Lithgow Evolving Economy Plan
Lithgow City Council has taken decisive action to re-shape Lithgow’s economic future
7 Dec 2023
One of Shakespeare’s rarest plays premieres in Australia at the 15th Annual Leura Shakespeare Festival
One of Shakespeare’s rarest plays premieres in Australia at the 15th Annual Leura Shakespeare Festival
6 Dec 2023
Blue Mountains City Council seeks community input for dog off-leash area upgrades
Blue Mountains City Council seeks community input for dog off-leash area upgrades
5 Dec 2023
Don’t forget to get your FREE parking permit
Residents, ratepayers, businesses, employees and carers in the Blue Mountains are urged to apply for free parking permits, now that the grace registration period ended on1 December 2023.
4 Dec 2023
Playspace and duckpond upgrades officially open at Blackheath Soldiers Memorial Park
The new playspace and duck pond upgrades at Blackheath Soldiers Memorial Park were officially opened this morning by Blue Mountains Mayor, Mark Greenhill, and Member for Blue Mountains, Trish Doyle MP.News Menu:
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