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5 Feb 2021
Council supports Traditional Owners in their bid for Federal intervention in Warragamba Dam proposal
Blue Mountains City Council continues to support Gundungurra Traditional Owners, who have no faith in the State process to assess the impact of the proposed raising of the Warragamba Dam wall.4 Feb 2021
Springwood Library’s $2.62 Million Redesign Set to Get Underway
The next stage of the Springwood Library redevelopment is about to begin.3 Feb 2021
Emergency Services Now Utilise what3words Location Service
The Emergency+ app displays a Triple Zero (000) caller’s current what3words address so they can easily give Australian emergency services their exact location and receive help quickly.3 Feb 2021
Esteemed Chef becomes Teacher at TAFE NSW
Locals looking to launch a successful career in hospitality will be trained by the best in the industry after esteemed local legend and chef, Grant Farrant, landed a teaching role at TAFE NSW.2 Feb 2021
Temporary Closure - Fairfax Track, Blackheath
National Parks & Wildlife ServiceBlue Mountains National Park – Blackheath Area
Wednesday 3 to Friday 5 February 2021 - weather permitting
2 Feb 2021
Temporary Closure - Undercliff Track at Wentworth Falls
National Parks & Wildlife ServiceBlue Mountains National Park – Wentworth Falls Area
Wednesday 3 February To Friday 5 March 2021
1 Feb 2021
Back to School Reminder for Motorists
The 2021 new school year has begun and this means that designated school zones are back in effect.31 Jan 2021
Quality of Life Mayoral Reference Group to be expanded and extended to December 2022
The Quality of Life Mayoral Reference Group was first established by Blue Mountains City Council in March 2016 to provide a platform for the community to engage with Council on the proposed Western Sydney Airport.31 Jan 2021
Programs to Resume at the Libraries
Lithgow Library Learning Centre is happy to announce the resumption of regular programming activities at the libraries commencing from Monday 15 February 2021.30 Jan 2021
Kids learn to Care for Country with Bushcare
When the Moen Dawes family moved to their home by The Gully in Katoomba four years ago, one of the first things they did was join the Garguree Swampcare Group.30 Jan 2021
Newspapers are Back at Lithgow Library!
The Lithgow Mercury, Sydney Morning Herald, Blue Mountains Gazette and The Land newspapers are available again at Lithgow Library.29 Jan 2021
Community values celebrated at the Australia Day Official Ceremony
Lithgow City Council Mayor Ray Thompson welcomed new Australian citizens and celebrated the achievements of local individuals at the Australia Day ceremony held at Queen Elizabeth Park on 26 January 2021.29 Jan 2021
Local Land Services and Landcare NSW Stronger Together
Landcarers across NSW will continue to benefit from the thriving partnership between Local Land Services (LLS) and Landcare NSW, after the two organisations refreshed and re-signed their Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).28 Jan 2021
Closing Date for Bushfire Recovery Community Grants Program Extended
The closing date for applications under Council’s Bushfire Recovery Community Grants Program has been extended until Friday 21 February 2021.28 Jan 2021
Australia Day Awards Recognise Outstanding Blue Mountains Citizens
Outstanding citizens were celebrated at Blue Mountains City Council’s annual Australia Day Awards on 26 January, 2021.28 Jan 2021
Lighting Upgrade for Dukes Oval
Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith announced that a lighting upgrade will be made at Dukes Oval, Emu Plains thanks to a NSW grant $160,000 to Penrith City Council through the Crown Reserves Improvement Fund.27 Jan 2021
Temporary Closure: Section of Prince Henry Cliff Walk, Leura
National Parks & Wildlife ServiceBlue Mountains National Park – Katoomba/Leura Area
Tuesday to Friday
From Wednesday 27 January to Friday 5 March 2021
27 Jan 2021
Council Works with Community Representatives to Shape the Future of Katoomba
Blue Mountains City Council is working with representatives of the community to shape the vision for the Katoomba Masterplan.26 Jan 2021
Traffic changes at Hazelbrook Village shops
The car park at Hazelbrook Village is currently being upgraded to improve traffic flow and increase safety.26 Jan 2021