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‘We believe everyone has the right to access good, clean and fair food’ Slow Food is an international non-profit association formed in 1989 as a response to the standardising effects of fast food and the ‘fast life’. There are now thousands of members in over 100 countries, divided into local focus groups called convivia, of which Slow Food Blue Mountains is just one. Three interconnecting principles define Slow Food: GOOD - A fresh and flavoursome seasonal diet that satisfies the senses and is part of our local culture. CLEAN - Produced in harmony with the environment and human health. FAIR - Accessible prices for consumers and fair conditions and pay for small-scale producers. To join, tap into local events or find out more about Slow Food Blue Mountains, visit www.slowfoodbluemountains.com.au or email sfbm@slowfoodaustralia.com.au

Carrington Cellars and Deli have different offerings each week with seasonal features tastings and demonstrations including recipes. They are part of the local social scene. We look forward to sharing their regular seasonal news with you in the magazine and online.

REGIONAL WINE SPECIALIST Purveyors of Fine Food & Wine Located in the old Katoomba power station (just off Parke Street), our cellar specialises in Regional Wines, Boutique Beers and an International Deli. Many heritage features of the power station have been incorporated into the design. The cellar is available for private tastings.

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From the Editor September Spring has sprung with so many exciting new events and blooming gorgeous gardens. We also have plenty of options for you to celebrate Fathers Day – why not make a family weekend of it? We offer numerous gift ideas… Romance and wedding magic is keener all this leap year. Check out where to stay from places that will pamper you to camping and RV Friendly options. Your pets can even stay along the way. Take advantage by exploring widely in our delightful world heritage splendour. We offer nourishment for your body, soul and all your senses this month; history and modern slants on old favourites; options for adventure or relaxation – come and enJoy! Pamper and reward yourself as you explore our awesome antique and art venues, try on some slow or cheeky apparel, taste our wines and discover great cafes, dining and high tea experiences. See how much some of our first settled areas have changed as you explore our contrasting regions. The Zoo and iMag offer 2-day family passes for all holidays with a winner announced this month. Enjoy from the Mountains to the sea, along our waterways, our spectacular garden displays, explore above and below

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ground… Explore by car, cycle, on foot, on horseback or by public transport; sample our different cafes lolly shops and restaurants and stay in different areas… really have a great time! As daylight hours lengthen and we enjoy more holidays, take your pick of adventures. You are in this ancient land with its world heritage listed areas and unique ecosystems… look around you and drink it in… stay a while with us… consider what is most precious to you and plan to enjoy it to the utmost. Join us on Facebook and Twitter for updates and check out our web for more information, including our Calendar of Events. Back issues of iMag magazines are also available online. Drive safely, take care, live and love well! Always make every day count…and good luck in finding your answers – whatever the questions!

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Wentworth Falls

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Hartley & surrounds

Wallerawang/Portland 25 Lithgow 26 Oberon/Bathurst/Mudee 28 Orange & Districts

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In March 1788, Governor Arthur Phillip set off to find more suitable land for agriculture and travelled up the Hawkesbury River as far as Dangar Island. He returned the following year and navigated the river to a point upstream of Windsor. Governor Phillip and his party reached this area by boat on 6th July 1789 and named it Green Hills. He was impressed with its farming potential and quickly arranged for food production to begin in order to relieve the shortages in Port Jackson. Governor Macquarie named the settlement Windsor in 1810. This was the start of the Hawkesbury Hills District, still a rich production area for food and a wonderful playground. Visit the Information Centres throughout the Hills Hawkesbury area for more information. Surrounded by 10 National parks an hour’s drive from Sydney, the area

provides a wide range of recreational pursuits. Encircled by noteworthy national parks - Dharug to the north and east, Yengo to the north-west, Cattai to the west, and Marramarra to the south Wisemans Ferry is a rustic village on one of the country's most famous waterways.

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Macquarie Arms Hotel 1815 Windsor Court House 1821 The Toll House built in 1835 St Monicas Church opened in 1859 Richmond Court House 1877 Macquarie Schoolhouse 1819 Ebenezer Church built Australia’s oldest church 1809 Check out Berowra Waters Go horse riding close to home Stay in a romantic B&B and get away from it all HAWKESBURY VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Ham Common, Hawkesbury Valley Way, Clarendon (Opposite Richmond RAAF Base) Phone 1300 362 874 hawkesburytourism@pacific.net.au www. hawkesburytourism.com.au

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New exhibition takes a long look at the book Opening on 9 September at Hawkesbury Regional Gallery in Windsor is Choose Your Own Adventure, which brings together a diverse group of artists to investigate the medium and meaning of contemporary book arts, including the book as object, as media, and as a site of resistance. The exhibition has three parts/components: In Shaun Tan: The Art Story we see how a popular children’s book The Lost Thing was created and then adapted for the big screen. Visitors will see the work behind the work including the original painted and collaged illustrations for the book, the character sketches, storyboards and the final short animation. Artist Kylie Stillman was commissioned to create an installation for the exhibition using books ‘weeded’ from the Hawkesbury Library. Her work called ‘Local Branch’ features more than 500 books that have been intricately carved, examining the lifecycle of both trees and books. Since her time as a student Stillman has enjoyed the challenge of finding materials and pigments from the ‘real world’ to create an artwork, and is best known for her book sculptures and woodcarvings.

Also on show is a fascinating display of artist’s books from the Manly Library collection. For those not familiar with the genre, the artist’s book has emerged as an energetic contemporary art form over the last 40 years, and Manly Library’s biennial Artist’s Book Award has provided an opportunity to develop a significant collection while contributing to the development and awareness of artist’s’ books as an art form. Entries are received from

around the world, marking this as a globally recognized event. The exhibition continues till 30 October at 300 George Street Windsor (1st floor) www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au/gallery

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Blue Mountains Spring beauty The Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine Rural Fire Brigade in the Blue Mountains will hold a Spring Blossom Festival in Mt Wilson over the weekend of 24 and 25 September. These mountain villages are well-known for their beautiful displays of spring blossom, daffodils, rhododendrons and azaleas, both in private gardens and in roadside plantings, against a backdrop of magnificent natural bushland and rainforest. Many private gardens will be open for the weekend in order to raise essential funds for the Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine Rural Fire Brigade. Several of the gardens are not usually open to the public. The Village Hall will feature an art exhibition and sale of photography, paintings and sculpture inspired by the local area. Home-cooked food and a sausage sizzle will be available, and a wide range of activities will be on offer including guided walks of gardens and local bushland, flower arranging, photography, and landscape design. Captain of the Mt Wilson/Mt Irvine Brigade, Beth Raines said: “The Mt Wilson Spring Blossom Festival is a wonderful opportunity to visit our villages at a beautiful time of year, while supporting the local Rural Fire Brigade. Our Brigade’s

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role extends beyond firefighting to search and rescue in the surrounding National Park and a range of other emergency services, helping us help others”. Some of Mount Wilson’s best-known and iconic gardens will be open with all proceeds going towards the Mt Wilson & Mt Irvine Rural Fire Brigade. Bisley, off Mt Irvine Road, features a large peaceful lake edged with magnificent dogwoods. Graham and Beverley Thompson, bought a four-hectare virgin block of land in 1982 and have spent the last 34 years creating this magnificent garden. Now a mature garden landscaped in the style of an English country park with clipped hedges, sweeping lawns and avenues of trees, the upper gate features an avenue of Japanese cherry trees underplanted with azaleas. Established just over 50 years ago, Breenhold is the first garden visitors encounter on arriving on The Avenue in Mt Wilson. Within its walled gardens, parklands and gentle walks, one can delight in a full spectrum of exotic and native shrubs and tree blossoms that show off their colours every spring over the property’s 40 hectares. Mature rhododendron bushes, carefully shaped

azaleas, dogwoods, camellias and magnolias adorn this heritage listed garden. At Merry Garth in Galwey Lane, Keith and Libby Raines have created a wonderful, serene cold climate garden (see photos) and rare plant nursery. Merry Garth is a tranquil place; a place to increase one’s knowledge and to enjoy. A beautifully laid-out 2.5-hectare garden connected by wide paths, Merry Garth is surrounded by temperate rainforest with an everchanging view south across the blue of the mountains and deep valleys of the National Park. Nooroo in Church Lane is a garden of great beauty and botanical interest. Built and planted in 1880 by William Hay, original plantings include English oaks, chestnuts, ash and cedars which are under-planted with thousands of bulbs including, bluebells, daffodils and crocus. The property was owned by the Valder family from 1917 to 1992 when it was purchased by current owners, Anthony and Lorraine Barrett. Famous for its wisteria collection, Nooroo’s springtime showing also features camellias, magnolias, lilacs, peonies and many other flowering trees and shrubs. Built in the 1880s Withycombe was one of the original subdivisions at Mt Wilson. Situated opposite St Georges Church on Church Lane, it has had many owners including the family of author, Patrick White. Covering three hectares, the property’s present owners, Barbara Landsberg and Merrick Howes, have cleared and opened up the garden creating vistas and establishing major new areas including an Amphitheatre, Rose Walk and Memorial Garden. Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine were directly affected by the bushfires of October 2013. Two houses were lost and the villages were under threat for over two weeks. During that time, the Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine fire stations were revealed as inadequate and funds are being raised to extend the existing buildings. Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine have always prided themselves on their resilience and independence and in 2014 won both the NSW and National Resilience Awards in the wake of the 2013 bushfires. For further information: www.mtwilson.com.au To book tickets contact: https://www.trybooking.com/206363

Peace. Quiet. Country. Dreamwood Estate. Escape to Dreamwood Estate B&B, a special place you can call your own. Camping... Air conditioned rooms with individual settings. A 12m mineral pool with spa-jets, warmed by the sun. Home baked afternoon tea to delight your arrival. Fresh ground coffee imported and roasted by The Coffee Warehouse, Kurmond. Tempting choice of teas. Weber-Q BBQ on the veranda. WiFi. So not camping! Border Collies. Our family. Well the children have all left. There's nothing like a Border welcome to know you're at home. No matter the time of year - the feeling will be the same.

The price doesn't change with the season. No holiday peak. Book direct to save OTA fees. Explore. Drive. Pick orchard fruit. Stroll through display gardens. Horse ride. Swing through the trees. Step back through time - visit Windsor Museum and historical cemeteries. The Hawkesbury region is an ancient place. Alpacas. Always happy to see you - with a bowl of feed. Photogenic. Handmade Australian alpaca accessories and raw fleece for the spinner. The Giftware Shop has Bocchetta plush Border Collies for guests who can't resist.

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Parramatta was founded in 1788 by Governor Arthur Phillip as a western outlying farm colony of Sydney. Initially it was called Rose Hill and was renamed Parramatta, an Aboriginal word meaning “head of waters,” or “the place where eels lie down”, the year after it was proclaimed a town in 1790. It was incorporated as a municipality in 1861, became a city in 1938 and was expanded in 1948, 1959, and 1972 by the inclusion of surrounding centres.

Port Jackson harbour. The Parramatta River Cat ferry takes passengers from Parramatta to Sydney along the River. The River Cat is a scenic and relaxing way to explore the waterways . Ferries are cheap and certainly a fast and pleasant way to travel all over Sydney. There are many pleasant places to eat, shop and even go to the theatre along the Parramatta River, not to mention stroll, fish or simply relax. Parramatta is famous for a wide variety of retail and dining options!

Now Parramatta is a city within Sydney’s metropolitan area. It lies along the 15-mile or 24-km Parramatta River, which enters

Parramatta has many historic buildings, including Elizabeth Farm (Built in 1793, it is the nation’s oldest surviving European

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We have the best tourist-friendly museum in Sydney! We offer personally guided tours of the cottage and grounds. Our volunteer guides welcome visitors and delight in telling stories of the personalities from the pages of history who have lived in or visited the cottage. The cottage furnishings are authentic and give special effect to the guides’ words. The addition of the Soundscape Hambledon Cottage visitors unit in the withdrawing room lifts the spirits with the playing of Beethoven music on a Broadwood square piano similar to our 1836 piano. Stepping into the kitchen takes you back to the days when there was no electricity and refrigeration. You might ask how to keep meat, eggs, butter and milk fresh? Our guides have surprising answers for you. A walk around the two acre Hambledon Reserve reveals the majesty of English oaks planted by John Macarthur and his sons James and William in 1817. It is said the trees not only reminded the Macarthur family of England but were also a commemoration of the Battle of Waterloo (1815). The Australian wildlife choose our reserve as an oasis of tranquility in the midst of commercial Parramatta. You might see Ibis and White faced Herons seeking worms in the grass; you will hear noisy Rainbow Lorikeets feeding on nectar in the Eucalyptus trees; watch for the resident Possum who lives in the Bunya pine. Much more than a museum, it is a total lifestyle experience! It is definitely a worthwhile destination if you are asked to recommend to friends and vistors who ask the question “What can I do in Parramatta?” “What can I do in Sydney?” Parramatta & District Historical Society Inc. (1913) You will meet other people who enjoy local history Hambledon Cottage House Museum OPEN Thursday to Sunday – every week 11am to 4pm – last guided tour begins 3pm Gregory Place, Parramatta 9635-6924 - Adults $6, Concession $5, Children $2 email: parramattahist@tpg.com.au www.facebook.com / Parramatta – Historical – Society

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building). Old Government House (Built in 1799, it is the oldest public building in Australia). Experiment Farm Cottage (Built in 1834 it is the site of the first land grant). Hambledon Cottage (Built in 1824 by John and Elizabeth Macarthur for extra accommodation for family and friends. The Kings School (1832). As Parramatta is once again becoming a more important city centre and larger business buildings are being built, fascinating pieces of Parramatta’s past are being literally unearthed. In the foyer of some of the new buildings you will see glass around what was discovered and in the Justice Precinct you will find the remains of the earliest convict hospitals on display. The Parramatta Visitor Information Centre can tell you more about where to find these or for more information visit www.parracity.nsw.gov.au

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Try the ferry. A beautiful way to get around a lot of places. Check out Riverside theatres and restaurant. Take a walk along the river while you’re there. Visit Experiment Farm, Elizabeth

Farm and Hambledon Cottage.

Olympic Park is an experience in itself, close to Parramatta, on the ferry. Parramatta Farmers’ Markets, produce, arts, crafts and more. VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 346A Church St, Parramatta Ph: (02) 8839 3311 Fax: (02) 8839 3301 Email: discoverparramatta@ parracity.nsw.gov.au

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History week event: Wednesday September 7 - History Pageant presented by children from the twelve local schools 10am to noon in the Hambledon Reserve, Gregory Place, Parramatta. EVERYONE WELCOME.

Penrith - The adventure capital Penrith is the ideal place to have your next adventure; there is so much to see, explore and discover and its proximity to Sydney means visitors can come for the day or stay for a couple of days to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Thrill-seekers can pay a visit to iFly Downunder, Australia’s only indoor skydiving facility and the southern hemisphere’s best white-water facility, Penrith Whitewater Stadium. There is also Jetpack Adventures at the Sydney International Regatta Centre, Luddenham Raceway, Cables Wake Park and a 737 JetFlight Simulator. Visitors wanting to keep their feet on the ground can take in one of the world-class concerts and performances at The Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, see an exhibition at the Penrith Regional Gallery, go on a tour at the Go-Shu Sake Factory or learn about the history of firefighting at the Museum of Fire. We even have award winning Indigenous experiences at Muru Mittigar. Surrounded by mountains, sweeping valleys and lakes, and with the stunning Blue Mountains in the backdrop, there really is no better place to explore the great outdoors. Relax on a cruise along the Nepean River or step things up with a bushwalk to ‘The Rock’ lookout. Visit www.visitpenrith.com.au for more info or call 1300 736 836 (weekdays only).

Penrith Whitewater Stadium McCarthy’s Lane, Cranebrook Ph: 4730 4333 FOR A LAID BACK ADVENTURE: Museum of Fire 1 Museum Drive, Penrith Ph: 4731 3000 Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre - 597 High Street, Penrith Ph: 4723 7600 Penrith Regional Gallery & Lewers Bequest - 86 River Road, Emu Plains Ph: 4735 1100 Sun Masamune Sake Brewery 29 Cassola Place, Penrith Ph: 4732 2833 The Union Restaurant Union Lane, Penrith Ph: 4721 4501 FOR AN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Aqua Golf

Panthers World of Entertainment Mulgoa Road, Penrith Ph: 4721 7240 Bushwalking, Fairlight Road, Mulgoa Kayaking & Canoeing Horizon Line (Kayak/Canoe hire) 69 Great Western Highway, Emu Plains Ph: 02 4735 2120 VISITOR INFORMATION Tourism Information for Penrith is now available at: www.penrithishere.com.au Telephone: 1300 736 836 (Monday to Friday 9am – 4.30pm) The information wall at Penrith Civic Centre is available Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4pm. The information wall at Penrith City Library is available Monday to Friday 9am – 8pm, Saturday 9am – 5pm and Sunday 10am – 5pm.

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FOR AN ACTION PACKED ADVENTURE: 737 Jet Flight Simulator Experience Unit 1 /9-11 Abel Street, Penrith Ph: 4722 5747 Cables Wake Park Behind Panthers Complex, Mulgoa Road, Penrith Ph: 4722 2537 Ifly Downunder 123 Mulgoa Road, Penrith Ph: 1300 366 364 Jetpack Adventures Jetpack Lake, Gate D, Old Castlereagh Road, Cranebrook Ph: 0474 538 722 Luddenham Raceway 821 - 849 Luddenham Road, Luddenham Ph: 9834 2366

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Great Western Highway until 1926. Across the Nepean River through Emu Springwood follows Warrimoo and Plains, Leonay and Lapstone, travel Blue Mountains Trolley Tours west along the Great Western Highway Valley Heights and was the first town named in the Blue Mountains, second to Glenbrook to reach the Blue Blue Mountains Trolley Tours operates only in size to Katoomba. Mountains Tourist Information Centre an hourly hop on and hop off service on the left of the highway. 7 days a week that takes you to 29 GREAT ATTRACTIONS located in The start of the Blue Mountains KATOOMBA and LEURA, allowing you includes the lovely villages of Lapstone, Start at the Glenbrook Visitor Centre to experience the best of what this Glenbrook, Blaxland, Springwood The walking track from John Whitton fabulous world heritage area has to and Faulconbridge. This area features Memorial Place leads you to the Bleu Mountains Accommodation and Tourism Association offer in a fun and informative way. impressive waterfalls, swimming holes, Knapsack Viaduct. (Lapstone) Advertisement for iMAG Visitor Guide national park walks and art & craft You can purchase your $25 Hop On Bluff Lookout overlooks the galleries. and Hop Off All Day Pass from the Glenbrook Gorge and Glenbrook Adv size 115 x 80 mm landscape Trolley Shoppe located at 76 Main Blaxland, named after explorer Gregory Creek. Street, Katoomba, Opposite the Blaxland (1771-1852) provides the Adjacent to Warrimoo Station is Pedestrian Crossing at Katoomba opportunity to examine Lennox Bridge. Ardill Park, a great resting place. Railway Station, or directly from the Built in 1883, it formed part of the Trolley Driver at any stop. You can book a Day Tour from Sydney, VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE save when you book your tickets Great Western Hwy, Glenbrook Open Mon-Sat 8.30am to 4pm and online, book bushwalks through us, 8.30am - 3.00pm Sun. closed Christmas Day even like us on Facebook at Trolley Ph: 1300 653 408 Tours, Katoomba.

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The Norman Lindsay Gallery & Museum A magnificent collection of paintings, sculpture and ship models displayed in the artist’s former home. • Landscaped Grounds • Cafe • Specialist Print and Book Shop • Home of ‘The Magic Pudding’

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Mid Mountains Rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, resurrection and regrowth. In other words, Spring. Especially rampant at the moment is the growth of all things beautiful. Flower buds bloom and burst into colour, love is in air and the weather becomes very conducive to wandering the earth in search of uplifting experiences. Shake off your winter clothes, jump joyfully into Spring and expose some skin and spirit to the healing and warming rays of the sun. First on our list of great things to do in Spring is visit the Hazelbrook Woodford Garden Festival. Full details on page 14 in our growing list of Events in the Mid Mountains.

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Shaw’s Ridge walk is 8ks long and starts and finishes at the end of Whitecross Rd Winmalee. There is a small car park. It is a fire trail and is very popular with mountain bikers so keep an eye out for them. The first few km is a gentle climb along Shaw's Ridge and is a fairly typical ridge top fire trail. Around 4km in, there is a steep descent into the area known as Blue Gum Swamp. Once in the valley the terrain is quite flat and easy walking. The forest is quite sparse, the ground covered in ferns and is very attractive. The track in this area has a few small creek crossings and can get quite boggy in spots after rain. Springwood now has some serious coffee destinations. You can choose from one of these options. Two

TCP Day Tours TCP Day Tours was recently hired by a film crew from Melbourne. The following review indicates that TCP Day Tours is well placed in the Blue Mountains to provide personalised Tours for ANY occasion. "Nyla tailored a special bus tour for my film crew so we could look at potential film locations and assess their suitability. I was very impressed with Nyla’s local knowledge, not to mention her friendliness, enthusiasm and flexibility. Nyla went beyond the call of duty; she researched some locations before the tour, came up with new location ideas and even extended the tour. We had a very enjoyable and useful tour and have now found in a new location which we wouldn’t have found without Nyla’s assistance. I can highly recommend TCP Day Tours and you can look out for Nyla’s name in our film credits!" Georgina Luck, Executive Producer, ‘The Last Babushka Doll’ film To find out more about the film itself

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Shaw’s Ridge walk - With thanks to David W Noble for supplying the photo

Blondes Café, Butternut Café, DBL Ristretto Café, The Bunker Café, Bar & Restaurant, Cassiopia Café, The Baker's Wife Juicery & Salad Bar, Lime Ladder Café, Wentworth on Bakehouse and Michels Patisserie. Next month we will look at the restaurant options in Springwood. Grab a FREE cup of great Toby's Estate coffee when you buy a copy of the new OZ ARTS magazine at Ben Roberts Café and Gallery in Lawson on Benang Street. The Gallery has new exhibitions on a regular basis. Check out their Facebook page to see the latest exhibition or phone 4759 1511.

What to See & Do TCP Garden Tours - Nyla Thomas

This sun orchid was found on a bush walk in the Mid Mountains. Sun orchids look more like lilies than orchids with vanilla scented blooms.

Join one of the many clubs that meet at the Lawson Community Centre at New Street Lawson Plan a BBQ at the Lawson swimming pool Visit a gallery or artist studio Find a local historical site to explore and research

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Events in the Mid Mountains Greater West BrickFest - Lego Exhibition Fundraising for Destiny Rescue Sat 3 Sept, 10am – 4pm $4 each, $10 per family Springwood Baptist Church 313 Macquarie Road, Springwood www.rainbowbricks.com.au James Valentine “Afternoons Tonight!” Special guest, 702 ABC’s HG Nelson Sat 3 Sept, 8pm $28 Adult, $25 Concession Stephen Fisher-King - Strictly Song & Dance Wed 7 Sept, 11am $18 SSO Fellows The Blue Mountains Concert Society Sat 17 Sept, 8pm $48 Adult, $25 Student Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub, 104 – 108 Macquarie Road, Springwood Ph 4723 5050 http://bluemountainstheatreandhub. com.au/box-office

Coiling Workshop Join Lanny Mackenzie and Sally Blackwell and learn weaving skills Sat 3 Sept, 10am – 3pm $90.00 Blue Mountains Steiner School, 83 Clearview Parade, Hazelbrook www.wastenotfibredesigns.com/ workshop-details.html Wellness and Artisan Studio Therese Peters Designs Sat 3 Sept - Sun 4 Sept 10:00am - 03:00pm Handcrafted unique crystal jewellery 120 Ridgeway Crescent, Sun Valley Ph 0448 040 484 www.wellnessandartisanstudio.com Crossing Paths Roland Hemmert, Adrienne Richards, Sanja Zemljacenko Thurs 8 Sept – Sun 23 Oct Gallery open Thurs to Sun, 10am – 4pm FREE © Nyla Thomas

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Braemar Gallery, 104 Macquarie Road, Springwood Ph 4780 5410 www.bluemountainsculturalcentre. com.au/braemar-gallery Annual Hazelbrook Woodford Garden Festival Sat 17 Sept – Sun 18 Sept Sat 24 Sept – Sun 25 Sept 10am – 4pm $5 for 1 garden or $20 for 5 Explore five beautiful open spring gardens in the Mid Blue Mountains. Ph 0413 846 563 www.facebook.com/HazelbrookWoodf ordGardenFestival.

Faulconbridge Antiques The Destination in the Blue Mountains for Beautiful Items Faulconbridge Antiques is located on the Great Western Highway heading west, the next village after Springwood. This is a beautifully presented shop which is filled with a wonderful mix of fine quality furniture, ceramics, art glass and silver. It provides a classic blend of old and new, so you will be inspired and spoilt for choice with the large selection of decorative items. There’s sure to be something to tempt you! Faulconbridge Antiques is the only authorised retailer of world famous contemporary Moorcroft Art pottery UK, Steve Smith Ceramics UK (the world’s finest freehand painted ceramics) & Anita Harris Art Pottery UK, West of Sydney. They are also the exclusive retailers in the Blue Mountains Region for Royal Crown Derby, Royal Doulton and Waterford Crystal. With new items arriving weekly you are sure to find something to inspire you for your home or as a special gift. Many choices for Fathers Day.

Wentworth Falls Wentworth Falls, one of the most beautiful Blue Mountains towns, offers possibly the most spectacular bushwalks and views. At the top of Boddington hill, turn left into Tableland Road then left into Queen Elizabeth Drive. Take the left hand fork at the end for a 10 km drive to one of the most remote and beautiful picnic grounds in the Blue Mountains, Ingar Picnic Ground. The area known as ‘Kings Tableland’ offers almost haunting views. Care must be taken within this area to

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preserve the ancient Aboriginal site, Kings Table. It has been calculated via carbon dating that the land was occupied some 22,000 years ago!

What to See & Do Enjoy the fabulous sunsets with views

Allow at least a day to enjoy the area. From Falls Road start the Charles Darwin Walk, well sign posted. Explore Wentworth Falls Village with its shops, golf course and Lake

on the northern side of the Highway.

Walking on the Wild Side Get your Zoofari Lodge experience Today! Ring the reservations team to book the ultimate Zoofari adventure! (02) 6881 1488 https://goo.gl/JBAOAw

Yester Grange Estate Yester Grange is the Blue Mountains premier venue for couples seeking a truly unique wedding and special events venue. Nestled in 10 acres of totally private parkland and garden at the top of Wentworth Falls waterfall. The rolling expanse of green lawn reaches from the magnificent Victorian mansion, to touch the thousands of hectares of World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains Wilderness that lies beyond. The views are breathtaking and the atmosphere will leave your guests spellbound! Yester Grange is a truly unique property and no amount of words or photographs can ever do it justice. It is a venue which simply must be inspected to be believed. Inspections strictly by appointment only. Please phone to arrange a convenient time for us to show you around the property and to discuss menu selection and arrangements for your very special day. Ph: 4757 1110 events@yestergrange.com.au www.yestergrange.com.au

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Leura Village You’ve reached what is now referred to as the Upper Blue Mountains, where cool climate plants are the focus of many a garden. The natural wonders of Leura can be discovered via the many walks. A great place to start is Sublime Point Road. Here you will find one of the world’s most spectacular golf courses as well as the popular Fairmont Resort. Many events are held here. Trolley Tours can tell you about the walks. Rivalling Katoomba as the most visited location in the Blue Mountains, Leura offers The Mall, a shoppers paradise alive with coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, galleries. You must not miss a visit to the multiaward-winning Josophan’s Chocolates – see if you are able to organise a tasting. They also have a shop down in Sydney. Refreshment options vary from cafes offering snacks, lollies and fine chocolate, through the various Bygone Beautys tea ceremony options, to award-winning fine dining

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www.bluemountainsimag.com.au featuring world-wide cuisines. It’s a great destination to delight families celebrating their Fathers Day weekend or at any time. Megalong Books has the most amazing range of the most amazing books on so many subjects I keep wondering how they do it! The staff are also so knowledgeable and helpful. Come to Leura just for fun or for some really serious bargains… but come you must… it is so special!

What to See & Do

Toy and Railway Museum, located within Leuralla mansion. The museum features Australia’s largest collection of toys, dolls, teddy bears and model railways, located on the corner of Olympian Parade and Balmoral Road. Opposite the Toy and Railway Museum is Olympian Park featuring a natural amphitheatre with spectacular views. Leura Cascades along Cliff Drive is

a peaceful setting for a family picnic From the Cascades you can leisurely walk to several waterfalls including Leura, Linda, Lila and Bridal Veil Falls. You can also walk to Copelands Lookout and Flying Fox Lookout. Along Cliff Drive, bush walks can lead you to the Pool of Siloam and Lyrebird Dell while the famous Prince Henry Cliff Walk will take you to the spectacular Katoomba Falls.

Groupthink Lost Bear Gallery is proud to present Groupthink, an exhibition of works by Greg Cliffe, from 1-19 September. Cliffe’s paintings on canvas and paper are multilayered and thought provoking, combining a number of complex ideas to produce artworks that are both striking and somewhat unsettling. He examines the nature of group behaviour across a range of sub-cultures and social environments.

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Katoomba Katoomba has something for everyone: entertainment, art galleries, restaurants, trendy cafes, shopping, antiques and collectables, walks and activities, not to mention its being surrounded by ancient natural beauty. The Seven Sisters Of the Gundungurra people commonly referred to as The Three Sisters may be viewed from Echo Point. Many bushwalks start from this point, including the Three Sisters Walk and Giant Stairway.

What to See & Do

Visit Echo Point Visitor Information Centre for information and views. Make time to absorb all the wonders of the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre Stay with us to enjoy our award winning area Visit Trolley Tours to book a great tour of your choice maybe including Jenolan Caves or even a horse ride. Enjoy the art and culture walk.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Echo Point Rd, Katoomba Open 9am - 5pm daily (Closed Christmas day) Phone: 1300 653 408

www.bluemountainsimag.com.au Eat in fine-dining restaurants or have coffee and cake in Art Deco cafés. Take guided bushwalks, a 4WD drive, learn to abseil, all in majestic splendour Explore the thriving local art scene. Visit the renovated Scenic World

Blue Mountains Cultural Centre In 2000 the Greater Blue Mountains area was added to the World Heritage List in recognition of the exceptional diversity and integrity of its eucalypt forest communities. The Blue Mountains Cultural Centre features Into the Blue, the Blue Mountains World Heritage Interpretive exhibition. Into the Blue is a fun and interactive exhibition which explores the landscape and history of this unique area. Audiences are invited to navigate their way through these stories through an immersive exhibition experience, introducing them to the richness and wonders of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area.

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02 4780 5410 I 30 Parke St Katoomba NSW 2780 Open 10am – 5pm Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm Sat & Sun

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Gallery ONE88 Fine Arts, in Katoomba Street Art Precinct, has a beautiful exhibition and art sale on. Offering 5% discount off selected original artworks to iMag readers who take in their Ad that appears in this month's magazine. Who doesn’t love a sale? We look forward to seeing you.

The exhibition takes its name from a psychological phenomenon that occurs within a group of people in which the desire for harmony or conformity in the group results in an irrational decision-making outcome, or in the dehumanising of other groups. Cliffe is also interested in how social values and cultural history can be transmitted by folk narrative, fables and absurd yarns, as well as what these say about group cohesion, conformity and shared presumptions. Groupthink is a highly intellectual body of work, yet the artworks are accessible in meaning, utilising familiar scenarios and symbols. Visually engaging, Cliffe’s paintings captivate with their theatricality, dark humour and muted palette. The artist often explores an idea in more than one medium. Devotional, a work that Cliffe has painted as both an oil on canvas and a work on paper, displays a group with closely enmeshed relationships, exploring the idea that individuals are less likely to raise questions that break the group identity. There is the implication of sociallysanctified violence, as well as social assumptions about age, status and glamour. Lost Bear Gallery is a leading destination for contemporary art in the Blue Mountains. Greg Cliffe’s exhibition can be viewed daily from 10-5 at 98 Lurline Street, Katoomba. Also visit lostbeargallery.com.au

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Medlow Bath to Mt Victoria Recent developments in these areas establish this as a centre with attractions to rival those that have made Leura to Katoomba so renowned. Reopening of the Hydro Majestic in November 2014 following upgrades, redevelopment of Redleaf Resort, the opening of Parklands and many other accommodation improvements in the area are attracting new visitors. Combined with more places

to eat, galleries and a wide variety of new businesses, we now have a newly evolving centre, drawing locals and visitors into a thriving new cosmopolitan area to spend time; to return to, seeking new experiences.

Blackheath

Blackheath at 1065m abve sea level is 114 km from Sydney and most famous for its November Rhododendron Festival. The Blackheath Rhododendron Gardens are in Baccante Street. The town’s shopping centre has a delightfully relaxed village atmosphere. Blackheath is filled with natural beauty and there are many breathtaking views and bush walks to experience. Blackheath is full of colonial history. The first building in Blackheath was "The Scotch Thistle Inn" erected by Andrew Gardner in 1831. The Inn was visited by the renowned scientist Charles Darwin in 1836. The site for "The Scotch Thistle Inn" was located slightly south of the present Gardners Inn Hotel. On the outside of the famous Victory Theatre antique centre is one of the town’s proudest displays, a colourful mural designed by local artist Jenny Kee and painted in 1985 by members of the local community on behalf of the Blackheath Area Neighbourhood Centre. It has been recently refurbished by this proud community.

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Mount Victoria is the most westerly Blue Mountains township - 120 kilometres from Sydney and 1043 metres above sea-level. It is a small very charming historic village originally named 'One Tree Hill' on a map from 1834 - the name changed in 1876 when the first Post Office was built. There is a large number of historic buildings, including the Imperial Hotel -1878, St Peter's Church of England -1874, Closeburn House-1885, The Manor House, built by John Fairfax in 1876 and the Toll Keepers Cottage -1849. In Mount Victoria and close by you have Victoria Falls, Victoria Pass, Mt York, Bede's,

Sunset Rock & Mitchell's Ridge Look-outs, beautiful Bushwalks and the Mount Victoria Historical Museum. Some of the Historic buildings are now beautiful 1st class accommodation facilities and combined with their fine food and other restaurants, make staying in Mount Victoria another must for your 'Top of the Mountains Adventure’

What to See & Do The Kanimbla Valley Walking Tracks, which take in Pulpit Rock, Bede’s Lookout, Reinitz Pass and Ross Cave. The array of buildings and boutique shops selling antiques, crafts, etc. The walking track to Victoria Falls. Mount Victoria Historical Museum First release films at Mount Vic Flicks. VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre End of Govetts leap Road, Blackheath Open 9am - 4.30pm daily (Closed 25th Dec)

Phone: (02) 4787 8877.

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The Campbell Rhododendron Gardens The Gardens will be in full spectacular bloom late September until end November. The Gardens are accessible on foot at all times with car entry gates open from 9am to 6pm. The Gardens have been developed and are maintained by volunteers with their only funding from donations. The Rhododendron Lodge, a café high above the lake, has outdoor seating with views. The kitchen will be serving “Aussie Teas” to visitors from all over the world from 30th September to 6th November 10am to 3.30pm Bacchante Street, Blackheath

Spring Dairy Sat 3 Sept – Sun 9 Oct 2016

A CELEBRATION OF OUR STATE FLORAL EMBLEM AND ITS PROTECTION IN THE WILD

Saturday 24 September - Monday 3 October 2016 THIS YEAR’S PROGRAM INCLUDES: ● the magnificent state wide waratah bloom competition and display ● local waratah farm open day ● guided tour of the Garden’s waratah collection ● cut flower and potted plant sales ● Tanya Hoolihan’s exhibition and workshop Floristic Fusion ● Spectacular wildflower arrangements

Your Garden Open Mon – Fri 9 am – 5.30 pm Weekends and public holidays 9.30 am – 5.30 pm Bells Line of Rd, Mount Tomah T: 4567 3000 FREE ENTRY tomah@rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au

Floristic Fusion – an exhibition by Tanya Hoolihan – Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Bells Line of Road, Mt Tomah. Natural History Illustrator, Tanya Hoolihan, showcases the fusion of science and art in this exhibition of botanical illustrations from black and white scientific illustrations to contemporary watercolour works. Limited edition prints available to purchase. Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm daily. FREE Entry. Sat 24 Sept – Mon 3 Oct 2016 Wild About Waratahs Festival – Visitor Centre, Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah. Join us to celebrate the waratah at our popular annual Wild About Waratahs Festival. This year’s festival includes the state-wide waratah bloom competition, children’s art, local waratah farm open day, botanical illustration exhibition and workshop, guided Garden tours, spectacular wildflower arrangements and cut flower and plant sales including the Royal Botanic Garden’s 200th Birthday Waratah. Sponsored by Proteaflora. Time: 9.30am – 4.30pm daily. FREE Entry. Sun 25 Sept 2016 Gadara Wildflowers Farm Open Day – 3401 Bells Line of Road, Berambing. This local plantation has around 1,000 waratah plants including the rare white waratah and is only open to visitors for one day during the Wild About Waratahs Festival. Access to the plantation is by a fairly steep rough track so is not suitable for people with mobility issues. Cut blooms for sale. Time: Open 10.30am - 3.00pm. Entry: Gold Coin Donation. P: 4567 2093

THE JUNGLE LODGE

THE BLUE MOUNTAINS BOTANIC GARDEN award winning cool climate Garden • beautiful flowering plants in all seasons • inspiring tours • plant themed festivals • gorgeous weddings • Tomah Gardens Restaurant (one hat) Garden Open Mon to Fri 9 am – 5.30 pm Weekends & public holidays 9.30 am – 5.30 pm Bells Line of Road, Mount Tomah. T: 4567 3000 FREE ENTRY

the perfect setting for your mountain escape • panoramic views • peaceful • sleeps 10

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Hartley & Surrounds The Hartley area provides a great insight into NSW settlement and early Australian History with some wonderful fully restored and operational historic buildings – in addition to the beautifully preserved buildings in Hartley historic village.

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Hartley is found situated at the bottom of Victoria Pass, on the Great Western Highway in the valley between Mount Victoria and Lithgow. Hartley areas disperse widely on both sides of the Highway.

Mutton Falls B& B

A truly unique estate steeped in history and oozing with charm • Lovingly restored • Set on 1 acre of country gardens • Enormous fireplace • Large wood burning agar • Less than 50 metres from Fish River • Less than 2.5 hours from Sydney CBD • Warm fires and enjoy a hearty Australian breakfast

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Mutton Falls B&B

What to See & Do Visit the area’s renowned Buildings such as the Comet Inn (now a Guest House, B & B with restaurant) and Collit's Inn in Hartley Vale, Rosedale in Little Hartley (now Hartley Valley Holiday Farm) and the old Harp of Erin, Williams Store and Little Hartley Post Office, classified in the National Trust Register and on the National Heritage Commission data base. Many wonderful walks including Lockyers Road Walking Track, one of the most historic walking tracks in the Blue Mountains. The track is one of the original 'roads' used to descend into Hartley Vale. Hand built by convicts. Take the first turn left after Mt Vic Pass to head for a scenic drive down to the Cox’s River, Kanimbla Valley and many awesome picnic spots. Hartley Vet & Animal Centre for all pets and livestock and pet boarding so your pets have a holiday too!

While the original homestead dates from c. 1840, Mutton Falls, built in 1860 by Richard Mutton for the Webb family, was originally used as a farmhouse and dairy and boasts a wonderfully colourful history. More recently, the homestead has been lovingly restored with much character and careful consideration. For some years it has been renowned and awarded as a bed and breakfast and events space. It is now under new management, offering so many options for young and old that you are bound to find something to admirably suit your needs. There are plenty of things to see and do… Visit the Tarana Community Farmers Markets 4th Sunday of every month. Visit the local historic pubs and excellent eateries. Enjoy bush walking, fishing, star gazing at the clear night sky; play board games around the dining table, with a fire in cooler weather; play boules and croquet onsite or golf nearby. There are many wineries close by as well as Lowes Mount Truffles to explore. You may even like to visit and explore Mayfield Garden, or other splendid local gardens. There are Jenolan or Abercrombie Caves to explore. Or simply unwind and relax in this beautiful place – it’s up to you. High Tea is a magical pleasure where you experience Check out the website at the elegance and decadence the splendure of tea. Bookingsof only www.muttonfalls.com.au and find them on Facebook Bookings 0449 647 423 or 0263 375 818 Lot 13, Hartley 2790 Spend time with us Carrol and letDrive. us satisfy your palate whilst info@muttonfalls.com.au Ph (02) 6355 2352 you enjoy time amongst family and friends. 397 MUTTON FALLS ROAD, TARANA, NSW 2787

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Unwind in the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy all that the Midas Touch has to offer

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Wallerawang/Portland In 1863 Thomas Murray selected land that would later become the site of Portland and he established the first lime kiln on the corner of Lime and Villiers Streets. Both Portland and Wallerawang are blessed with two historic public houses, schools, fascinating historic buildings, lakes and fishing streams, delightful little stores and friendly people. Portland is famous as the Town that built Sydney due to its Cement works and Wallerawang is famous for its Black Gold (coal) associations with Delta electricity. Portland’s Crystal Theatre hosts cinema as well as art shows and is famous for its street fairs. Portland’s big swimming pool has celebrated 50 years and Wallerawang’s historic old station’s heritage redevelopment has led to a florist, lolly shop, café and art gallery.

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With the art, lakes, history, fine dining and comfortable accommodation, it’s worth taking your time to explore these two villages.

What to see & Do

Picnic by Lake Wallace which submerged where Darwin stayed Go sailing or rowing on Lake Wallace where no power boats are allowed Go bird & Wildlife watching at Lake Wallace and around Portland The Portland area is now well known to riders wanting to experience numerous exciting trails in State Forest areas within close proximity to Portland. Explore Wallerawang’s historic old church and school Collect antiques, art or local produce Wallerawang & Portland are RV Friendly!

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The Visitor Information Centres have heaps of information on the range of local activities and accommodation - you may want to stay or come back again!

Enjoy refreshments or a meal while you are here – plenty to choose from Visit Portland’s Bottle Kilns Marvel at the size of the old Cement Works of Portland

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Portland a small town 2.5 hours drive from Sydney offers a step back in time with its original shop fronts still displaying working businesses including Gift shops, Cafes, Clubs Pubs and even an old fashioned theatre! In 2001 a group of sign writers known as the Letterheads met in Portland to recreate vintage advertising signs from 1895 to 1945 on the walls of local buildings throughout Portland. This has become a ua.mo c.ldna bnf 5215 5 popular attraction to locals and visitors. 536 In 2011 to celebrate 10 years the sign writers returned to add to the collection. This has now become an annual event. On the last weekend in October you will find Signs of Yesteryear being painted on Shop 3 1 1 walls and buildings around Portland. $298,000 The advertising signs can be seen from the street and are visible every day of the year. This is a great opportunity for photographers to capture the art work of sign writers and muralists reproducing Bowyer & Livermore advertising art works.

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What to See & Do Lithgow is renowned as a learning City offering two Universities; a glorious valley set amidst mountain splendour. Lithgow is also rich in tradition and culture with diverse ecosystems. Immerse yourself in Aboriginal tradition, step back in time to an era where steam dominated transport and when industry was our backbone Discover Lithgowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accessible wilderness. With tranquil vistas and

serene landscapes, the environment is abundant in wildlife and picturesque mountain panoramas. Great for camping! The Lithgow region is natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playground. Canyoning and rock climbing, in areas ten times older than the Grand Canyon, are experiences never to be forgotten. There are also magnificent 4WD tracks to explore walks and bike tracks galore. The choice of adventure is up to you.

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Visit the nationally significant Small Arms Factory Museum. Go bird watching, with a guide. Visit the award winning wetlands to see how many different plants and animals you can identify. Take a helicopter view of this surprising area. Go on a tour with the people who have lived here for thousands of years.

So Many Options at Lake Lyell Recreational Park On the outskirts of Lithgow NSW, the huge recreational park at Lake Lyell has long offered pet friendly camping, awesome fishing, heaven for artists photographers and wildlife enthusiasts and a range of water sports. Now there is also an inflatable floating water park permanently located on the huge dam. This inflatable fun park called Aqua Blitz is made by Wibit, an internationally renowned company whose products are popular in 60 countries. In Australia there are only three other Wibit products - at Airlie Beach, Darwin and the Gold Coast. While Aqua Blitz is now closed until warmer weather in September, the team at Lake Lyell is proud to offer you enjoyable memorable experiences for the whole family to enjoy throughout the year. Bring your pets on holiday with you to stay at this centrally located hive of activity. The whole family can enjoy their various favourite activities with access to surrounding areas and events or take some time out to unwind and relax in a spectacular environment. For information on Aqua Blitz or other features on offer phone Lake Lyell Recreation Park on (02) 6355 6347 during business hours, check out their website or connect with them on Facebook.

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Lake Lyell Recreation Park Camping unpowered $22 per night, powered $27 per night. Cabins from $60 - $125 per night. Day entry $5 per vehicle. Kayak hire - $15/hour $40/4hours. Kiosk hot food, ice cream, coffee, fishing equipment, bait, boating equipment and necessities. Free BBQ facilities, picnic area and play equipment. Hot showers Lot 56, Magpie Hollow Road, Lithgow, NSW, 2790 Ph: (02) 63556347 - lake.lyell@bigpond.com www.facebook.com/LakeLyellRecreationPark http://lakelyellrecreationpark.com.au/

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Oberon - Bathurst - Mudgee At 1,113m, Oberon is the highest town in the Blue Mountains region. It is the perfect hub from which to explore a multitude of unique attractions, towns & villages, including Jenolan Caves and Kanangra Boyd National Park. With four distinct, idyllic seasons and the most beautiful scenery in rural NSW, a visit to the region will reward & delight. Oberon is surrounded by interesting villages and National Parks. Jenolan Caves, Kanangra Boyd National Park, Blue Mountains National Park and Abercrombie River National Park are in the shire and contain spectacular scenery. Oberon can be used as a base from which to undertake day trips to the various villages and attractions within the region. VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Oberon Visitor Information Centre Cnr Ross Street & Edith Road, Oberon Phone: (02) 6329 8210 E: obta@oberonweb.com www.oberonaustralia.com

Be sure to call in to the Visitor Info Centre for information on all the wonderful things to see and do The VIC has the extensive list of splendid gardens open during all seasons, including parts of Mayfield The VIC has 4 Cycling maps of the area with more being prepared, also info on Cycling Events Go trout fishing in Lake Oberon all year round. See the VIC for info on Fishing Season and licenses Try your luck sapphire fossicking Try mushroom picking, taking care to pick only edible varieties – the Oberon Visitor Information Centre has brochures on these' Go horse riding through the magically beautiful landscape Explore the wild places by 4WD Evans Crown Nature Reserve and Kanangra Walls offer both relaxing and challenging walks You MUST make time for multi-

award winning Jenolan Caves, the most spectacular limestone caves in Australia, maybe stay there - the beauty above and below ground is inspirational. Get the app! Visit Oberon & District Museum, Scotia Avenue, (02)63361016 Visit the Oberon Tarana Heritage Railway 10-2 first Saturdays, North St.

Spring Fairyland Spring in Oberon is for the Fairies for sure! Come and join them for a truly great range of magical experiences to suit any taste. There is accommodation to suit all budgets and tastes in the area and surrounds. There are activities from the most thorough unwinding and romantic to extreme challenge, with award winning visitor centre staff to assist you with your choices. The gardens and fresh produce are at their best, the fish are biting, mushrooms and gems are waiting to be found… This Spring is Fairyland at its best so come on up!

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Bathurst Region – Full of life A great city to visit, a perfect place to stay. Whether you’re in Bathurst for a day or a week you’ll find plenty to keep you busy. Start at the Visitor Information Centre where you’ll find a meticulously restored Cobb & Co coach from the 1860s beside a 1909 Brush car, one of the first motor vehicles to cross the Blue Mountains. The Centre stocks a wide range of information, from self-driving or walking tours to picnic spots and outdoor activities. Wander through the streets, parks and gardens soaking up the history of the oldest inland settlement in Australia. Right in the heart of the city Machattie Park provides a tranquil spot to rest and relax. Just next door is the magnificent Bathurst Court House and opposite that the magnificent War Memorial Carillon is flanked by the Evans Memorial and the Boer War Memorial.

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Visit the T Rex in Fossil & Mineral Museum. Visit one of the beautiful villages in this region such as Peel and Wattle Flat on the way to Sofala, the oldest VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst Phone: 1800 68 1000 E: visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au www.visitbathurst.com.au

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OBERON simple pleasures Showcasing the majestic Jenolan Caves and world heritage National Parks, enchanting forest and farming country and village life

surviving gold town in Australia. Visit historic Perthville and maybe have a wagon ride. Bathurst District Historical Museum and the Bathurst Regional Art Gallery are full of treasures

Mudgee District The Mudgee Region is located 270 km north west from Sydney, NSW. Elevation 454m (1490 ft). The region is home to 22,000 people whose median age is 41 years. The region includes the historic towns of Gulgong, Kandos, Mudgee and Rylstone. Mudgee has a mild climate - Mean Max. Temperature: 23.0°C (73°F) Mean Min. Temperature: 8.3°C (47°F) Annual Rainfall: 673.9 mm (26.5 in) Standing on the small hill behind the

Montrose Winery it can readily be understood why the original Aboriginal inhabitants named this part of Australia Mudgee, meaning Nest in the Hills. With a viticultural history that stretches back to 1858, Mudgee has played a key role in Australian viticultural history. At Mudgee Small Farm Field Days and other events you can explore much of the best that the region has to offer but why not stay longer to get the most out of your experience?

PLANNING YOUR TRIP

When planning your trip to Bathurst or Mudgee don’t hesitate to call in to our friendly Visitor Information Centres to plan the best options to suit you or even phone ahead or go online to check out your options to ensure you make the most of your trip.

Hartley and Oberon Veterinary & Animal Centre Our dedicated team is always here for your pets & livestock Our Veterinary Hospital provides modern, professional and affordable health care for your pets. We aim to make your pet feel at ease in our clinic with a caring and gentle approach to treatment and consultations. Our dedicated staff and leading veterinarians are all passionate about pets and are avid animal lovers. At our Veterinary Hospital, you’ll be fully supported with sound advice first and foremost. We know that helping our clients starts with providing a good understanding of health care issues and treatment options. With good advice and professional recommendations, you’ll be well equipped to make the best ongoing health care decisions for all your animals. With fully equipped examination rooms, diagnostic machines and pharmaceutical stores we provide on-the-spot assistance for nearly all pet health and medical needs. Take a moment to meet our team and our own pets. We look forward to seeing you and

your pet at the next scheduled visit. A big part of our local community Our Veterinary Hospital is a sister clinic to Oberon Veterinary & Animal centre. Oberon Hospital has been an integral part of our local community for years. In that time, we’ve helped thousands of our clients’ cats & dogs, rabbits, pigs, birds, horses, cattle, alpaca and even a few rats. Being so strongly integrated with our local community is important to us and our clients. Our customers know by experience that they can rely on us for sound advice and treatment options and that their animal is in the very best hands with our team. We stock Royal Canin Dog & Cat food along with Advance and Hills Science range. The clinic also has a new range of Ezydog accessories including leads, collars, harnesses and safety devices for vehicle travel. Contact us regarding the following: Grooming • Dog Boarding • Cat Boarding Equine Clinics • Puppy Pre-school

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Orange and Districts Orange, known as Australia’s Colour City with its four distinct seasons is located in Central NSW, 3 ½ hours from Sydney and within easy reach of the Blue Mountains. You will discover a welcoming city full of life, fruitful landscapes, historical buildings, diverse shopping, art and culture to surprise you and some of the best food and wine in Australia. Continuing to build its reputation for cool climate wines renowned for the regions flavour and quality and now supports more than 30 cellar doors. It is Australia’s cool climate wine region where the topography ranges from Mt

Canobolas at 1,395 metres down to around 600 metres. The combination of distinct seasons, rich soils, climate, sloping ground and glorious sunlight cause a slow maturation and ripening allowing a great intensity of fruit. Begin your journey into another country: Orange, the highest altitude wine region in Australia. Orange is surrounded by areas rich in diversity including Blayney and Molong in Cabonne country on the way to Dubbo. There is so much to explore and enjoy in these regions!

More to meet the eye at Lucknow Lucknow 8 klm east of Orange is a 60 klm speed zone and a great place to stop and explore off the beaten track. It is full of history and you never know what treasure you may find at 2 Fat Ladies, especially now they are so much larger! Local art is on display and for sale in the café and coffee shop area.

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Take a vignerons tour around the 30+ cellar doors. Ascend majestic Mt. Canobolas, walk to the spectacular Federal Falls then try out your canoe at Lake Canobolas below. Pleasure your palate with the wonderful fresh food and produce that abounds in Orange and its districts. Take a trip into the eerie limestone world of Tunnel Cave at Borenore Karst Conservation Reserve – take a torch. Visit the Orange Regional Gallery for an collection of unique art, photography and culture. Shopping choices abound in the City and surrounding shires to suit all tastes and budgets in fashion, antiques, homewares, arts, tools, jewellery, books, gardening and agriculture… the list is endless… Orange Visitor Information Centre 9 - 5 everyday except Christmas Day Corner Byng St & Lords Pl Orange NSW Art Gallery space Phone: 02 6393 8226 - 1800 069 466 E: tourism@orange.nsw.gov.au www.visitorange.com.au

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Enjoy the sunshine and change of season in our new range colours and styles. Come in store to see the beautiful gelato colours, with ranges from Ms Divine, Vigorella, threadz, Clarity and many more. Your wardrobe will get the light and colourful boost it needs to bring it into spring We are a wonderful destination for the whole family with Molly’s Lollies, our Café and Fashion all in one stop. Plus we run workshops and events in store call us on 6365 5437 or find us on Facebook to learn more.

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What's on @ 2 Fat Ladies August/September 2016 The 2 Fat Ladies Annual Spring Fashion Parade – Saturday 27th & 28th August 1:30pm – Free It’s on again Ladies! Join us for a weekend of fashion celebrating spring colours, new season styles and design. Save the date, you don’t want to miss out. Bookings Essential- ph. 02 6365 5437 Mineral Makeup Masterclass Saturday 17th September 1.30pm- Free Learn the tricks of flawless makeup using 100% Natural Mineral Makeup with our amazing makeup artist Helen. Helen will show you the secret of perfect skin and how to highlight your best features with a complete beauty routine that is quick and easy and will have you looking amazing everyday as well as for those special occasions. Bookings Essential – ph. 02 6365 5437 Travel Packing Workshop Saturday 24th September 1:30pm - $12 Discover the tricks of packing light! Can you imagine going overseas with only take on luggage?? This workshop will teach you how to achieve this without compromising style. Bookings Essential- ph. 02 6365 5437

Permaculture Abundance The team at Bissys makes great use of the vegetables produced on the spot in the garden right next to the cafe. The vegetable frittata is a popular lunch and catering option and contains free range organic eggs, from very happy hens - or you can enjoy the veges and pumpkin in the Thai beef salad. All part of the Zero Mile Diet.

Dscover Orange Day 1 · Start your day with a coffee and a stroll through beautiful Cook Park, one of the most beautiful Victorian era parks in the region · A short walk from the park will bring you to our boutique retail shopping area around Byng, Summer and Anson Street · Enjoy a delicious lunch in one of our CBD cafes or Wine bars, a must-do for foodies! · Spend the afternoon taking in the latest exhibition at the Orange Regional Gallery Day 2 · After a delicious café breakfast it’s time to jump in the car for a short drive around the Canobolas region. Head out on the Cargo road and take a left at Lake Canobolas Road. · You will find Lake Canobolas recreation area where there is beautiful scenery and fun for all ages! Take a walk around the lake and enjoy the mix of state forest and farming land, or bring the kids to the huge playground and lose yourself in the fun! · Time for lunch, head to the Lake Canobolas Kiosk or Tea house, for those looking for a fine dining experience, try Racine or Sisters Rock. · The afternoon is the perfect time for some wine tasting, Lake Canobolas road leads you around to Ross Hill Brangayne Colmar and Philip Shaw where you can sample some Cool climate wines of the Orange Region Day 3 · Start day 3 with a walk, head to the Orange Botanic Gardens and take in the award winning scenery. For those with kids the Orange Adventure playground calls, the purpose built playground and picnic area is suited for kids of all ages. · For lunch there is an abundance of casual dining options for all tastes, as a Foodie region, there are options galore! · Drive out to Borenore Caves for a bush walk, the natural cave grounds are well maintained and have a great picnic area with lots of local birdlife for the nature enthusiast · Finish up with a meal at one of our local heritage pub bistros, all with recently renovated dining areas and join in on the local trivia night

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