Category Archives: Blue Mountains Australia

Remains of 19th century watermills in Kurrajong listed on the State Heritage Register

By | December 19, 2022

An historically important site containing the remains of some of the earliest examples of watermills in NSW has been recognised for its state significance by the NSW Government. Heritage NSW Executive Director Sam Kidman said the Singleton Watermills Archaeological Site in Kurrajong was now listed on the State Heritage Register. “This is a fascinating site,… Read More »

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Plan in place for Gardens of Stone SCA

By | December 20, 2022

Protecting the spectacular environment and cultural heritage values of the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area (SCA) is at the heart of the park’s newly adopted Plan of Management, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) said. The Plan of Management also recognises the importance of the ancient landscape to the Wiradjuri People and… Read More »

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Exciting Blue Mountains school holiday activities with National Parks

By | December 19, 2022

Expect a buzz of excitement when National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) education rangers showcase the wonderful world of nature during special sessions in Blue Mountains National Park over the summer holidays. Activities are designed to engage children aged 4 to 12 years and will be held in Blackheath. Learning how to make a home… Read More »

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Mount Victoria Museum

By | November 20, 2022

The museum is in a heritage listed 1868 Mount Victoria Railway Station which was part of the railway line built across the rough terrain of the Blue Mountains. It’s a glimpse into what life was like back then, with interactive displays and hands-on exhibits for people of all ages. The museum also has an extensive… Read More »

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CLINTON BARKER VIBE, 5 to 28 November 2022

By | November 18, 2022

Born out of a personal desire to return to a more abstract expressionistic style. My intention was to create a body of work that I felt conveyed an energetic and vibrant experience – as a way of both expressing a physical sensation and as a means of creating a physical sensation when being viewed. This… Read More »

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Rex-Livingston Art + Objects

By | November 18, 2022

Rex-Livingston Art + Objects works with high-quality emerging and mid-career artists, through to Australian investment artists. We sell on consignment works by; Sidney Nolan, Adam Cullen, Martin Sharp, McLean Edwards, Arthur Boyd, Brett Whiteley, Charles Blackman, Garry Shead, Margaret Olley, Fred Williams, John Firth-Smith, Albert Tucker and James Gleeson among others. The Gallery works as… Read More »

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Being Alive! An Intimate Evening With Brad Cooper

By | October 28, 2022

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear the magnificent Brad Cooper, Tenor, up close and personal in an intimate venue. With a limit of under 40 people per night you will be part of a private audience with Brad Cooper as he performs an inspirational set of his favourite songs (both old and NEW!) that… Read More »

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Blue Mountains EXPERIENCES eMag, out now

By | October 24, 2022

We have now released our new interactive “EXPERIENCES eMag” which will be launched each Friday Each issue will contain a range of activities relevant to what’s on, track closures and the weather. It will be a great asset for Blue Mountains residents and visitors alike looking for relevant and topical information. ACCESS: You can view… Read More »

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Plan ahead before visiting Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area

By | September 27, 2022

Visitors keen to take in the new Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area near Lithgow during the school holidays are being reminded to play it safe and check on access before heading out. The majority of the 28,000 hectare reserve, which is home to over 80 rare and threatened species and important cultural heritage, is… Read More »

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The Blue Mountains FISH and CHIPS trains

By | September 22, 2022

The Blue Mountains had 2 trains, one called FISH and the other CHIPS. The FISH name continued to be used in timetables until it was removed in the 24th July 2004 timetable, but was reinstated with the 4 September 2005 timetable. Sadly, the name disappeared from timetables again in 2014. Running for around 150 years… Read More »

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