Category Archives: Blue Mountains News

PEOPLE of the Blue Mountains

By | September 12, 2022

Each week we’ll look at a different person who provides a great contribution to Blue Mountains region, residents and visitors alike. This is not a paid spot. 8th September 2022 PHILIP HAMMON of Scenic World Blue Mountains I was born in Kwinana Maternity Home, Leura 1945, lived in Park St Katoomba – now the car… Read More »

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Promote your Blue Mountains’ event on the Ask Roz digital platform

By | February 15, 2024

Promote your Blue Mountains event on the Ask Roz digital platform and it’ll be promoted on Facebook, Web Blog, eMag, eMail and it will reach far more people. Ask Roz Blue Mountains reaches and engages with more people on Facebook than any other information/event page or group in the region. Each week over 80% of… Read More »

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PEOPLE ~ Nicole Riley

By | July 28, 2022

Each week we look at a different person who provides a service to Blue Mountains residents and tourists alike. Today, we look at Nicole Riley. Hi, I’m Nicole Riley the owner of Magpie Up Style Market, Springwood Growers Market, and the manager of Blackheath Growers Market, I also manage a market up at Swansea (Pelican… Read More »

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Blue Mountains Tunnel going ahead

By | June 29, 2022

Together, the Australian and NSW Governments have committed more than $2.5 billion towards the East and West sections of the Great Western Highway Upgrade, between Katoomba and Blackheath, and between Little Hartley and Lithgow, respectively. Transport for NSW (Transport) will upgrade around 14 kilometres of the Great Western Highway between Little Hartley and Lithgow to… Read More »

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Winter Magic Revival Festival returns August 26th – 27th 2022

By | July 10, 2022

The Blue Mountains – Winter Magic Revival Festival Over 100 Artists, Events and Features this August 26 – 27 2022 After minimal tourism for a number of years, The Winter Magic Revival Festival will take place in Katoomba this August and is set to be the new jewel in the Blue Mountains tourism crown. Listen… Read More »

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The Spotted Black Snake

By | June 7, 2022

The Spotted Black Snake otherwise known as the Blue-Bellied Black Snake is a close relative of the more well known Red-Bellied Black Snake (Pseudechis porphyriacus). Spotted Black Snakes are a highly venomous elapid species that grow to around 1.5m in length. Spotted Black Snakes can be variable in colour with some individuals being completely black… Read More »

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The future of the former Katoomba Golf Course precinct

By | March 14, 2022

Your invitation to imagine the future of the former Katoomba Golf Course precinct   With Traditional Custodians, our community, educators and researchers from a number of universities, Blue Mountains City Council is exploring opportunities related to planetary health initiatives at the former Katoomba Golf Course precinct (clubhouse and adjoining 30 hectares of public land).  … Read More »

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All year Ice Skating at the Fairmont Resort, Leura

By | February 13, 2022

The Fairmont Resort advise: “Fairmont Resort & Spa Ice Rink is scheduled to open during the NSW Winter School Holidays in July. The Ice Rink is currently in construction and will operate throughout the year. It will be the only facility of its kind in the Blue Mountains and Greater Sydney area. We are excited… Read More »

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Two Doctors Whiskey Tavern at Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains launched

By | January 4, 2022

Dr Jerry Schwartz and Prof John Rasko craft Two Doctors whiskey and launch a new whiskey bar at Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains Two Doctors Whiskey Tavern makes a “visit to the doctors” a lot more appealing Two prominent Sydney doctors, Prof John Rasko and Dr Jerry Schwartz, are putting their talents together for another very… Read More »

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Blue Mountains Visitor eMag

By | November 1, 2023

Unlocking the Blue Mountains: Your Ultimate Guide with Blue Mountains Visitor eMag! Are you ready to embark on a journey through the stunning Blue Mountains region, one of Australia’s most captivating destinations? Look no further than the Blue Mountains Visitor eMag, your go-to source for all things extraordinary in this picturesque locale. Unveiling the Best:… Read More »

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