Blue Mountains iMag September 2017

Sydney, Blue Mountains and Central West

September 2017

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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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Visit Australia’s most talked about aromatherapy business and enjoy complimentary morning or afternoon tea.

For Open Studio Weekend details pick up a brochure and map at Hawkesbury Visitor Information Centre, 328 Hawkesbury Valley Way, Richmond, opposite the RAAF Base.

Experience our healing essential oil products featured on A Current Affair and learn how these will benefit you in your everyday life.

Set in beautiful rural gardens. Ideal for bus groups.

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Club Motel!

Whether it’s a stay at our new 36 Room, 4 star adjoining Motel or a visit to one of our many great facilities where you can enjoy quality food from our Bistro & Cino’s Café or experience contemporary dining at our A La Carte Restaurant, ESK, plus an extensive range of bars and functions rooms to make any visit a memorable one.

The Lithgow Workies… The Ultimate Play & Stay Destination.

Open 7 days until late!

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From the Editor September

Spring! Glorious spring! Garden Festivals seem to be breeding along with many species (romance abounds).

We also have some great festivals and events to enjoy.

Check out where to stay from places that will pamper and entertain you to camping and RV Friendly options.

Enjoy new adventures while your pets stay with you or along the way. Explore widely in our delightful world heritage splendour. Katoomba’s Edge Cinema is revitalised and offering bigger and better experiences than ever. Nature is spectacular and many artists are responding to it.

We offer nourishment for your body, soul and all your senses; history and modern slants on old favourites; options for adventure or relaxation – come and enJoy! Pamper and reward yourself by exploring our antique and art venues, trawl the markets, try on some slow or cheeky apparel, taste our wines and beer and discover great cafes, dining and high tea experiences – so many reasons to stay with us. See how much some of our first settled areas have changed as you explore

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our contrasting regions. Enjoy from the Mountains to the sea, along our waterways, our spectacular gardens, explore above and below ground…

Explore by car, cycle, on foot, on horseback or by public transport … really have a great time!

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 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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Mt Wilson

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Mid Mountains

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Wentworth Falls

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Main Map

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Leura Village

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Katoomba 20 Medlow Bath to Mt Victoria

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Bathurst fine food and drink

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Hartley & surrounds

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Wallerawang/Portland 25 Lithgow 26 Oberon/Bathurst/Mudgee 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.

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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.

Shop 12, 5557, Old Northern Road, Wisemans Ferry, NSW 2775 Phone: (02) 4566 4787 www.busbyscaferestaurant.com.au

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 1809 Australia’s oldest church 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 328 Hawkesbury Valley Way Richmond (opposite RAAF) Phone (02) 45604620 E discover@hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au www.discoverthehawkesbury.com.au

The Secret River’s Hidden Gem The Hawkesbury is the longest coastal river in New South Wales. With its long Aboriginal history, it was critical for the survival of the early British colony at Sydney. Its weathered shores, cliffs and fertile plains have inspired generations of artists and poets, and it is surrounded by an unparalleled mosaic of national parks, including the secondoldest national park in Australia, Ku-ring-gai National Park. But, despite being so close to Sydney, and home to tens of thousands who live within the local government area that takes its name, to many people the Hawkesbury is a ‘secret river’ – its historical and natural significance neither understood nor appreciated. . Be sure to visit this Spring to experience its delights for yourself. Talented chef Jamie Busby would be delighted to welcome you to Busby’s Café Restaurant where you may sit above the River views in Wisemans Ferry while eating delicious food and soaking up the atmosphere. Jamie uses fresh local produce (much grown onsite) to create his famous food. Chat to some locals about the history of the area. Stay a while and explore.

Hawkesbury Art Fair returns for another big year The fourth Hawkesbury Art Fair will be held at Hawkesbury Regional Gallery 8 September – 8 October, and, according to Gallery Director, Kathleen von Witt, it will be a celebration of local creative activity not to be missed.

‘The Art Fair is when the gallery becomes a showcase for the diversity of creative people in this beautiful region’ said Kath. ‘It’s also an opportunity for local artists to sell their work, and for residents and visitors to the area to buy original art from the region’s best-known and accomplished artists.’

As usual, the fair will feature the best traditional and contemporary artists, designers and crafters living and working in the Hawkesbury, as well as guest artists and students from Penrith and Blue Mountains.

Organisations represented at the fair

include Hawkesbury Community Art Workshop Piggery Lane Studios, Hawkesbury Artists and Artisans Trail, Hawkesbury Printmakers Inc., Hawkesbury Camera Club, Macquarie Towns Art Society, Ferry Artists, MTNS Made, Nepean Arts & Design Centre, and Hawkesbury Woodcraft Co-operative, along with guest artists James Fletcher (glass) and Dorothea Finger (ceramics).

The Gallery is located in the Deerubbin Centre (1st floor) 300 George Street Windsor Phone 4560 4440 Gallery hours Mon, Wed-Fri 10am – 4pm Closed Tuesdays and public holidays Weekends 10am – 3pm www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au/gallery

Images: the 2016 Hawkesbury Art Fair.

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The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden SPRING 2017 DIARY OF EVENTS Celebrating our 30th Birthday, the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden is located under 2-hours’ drive from Sydney & is home to some 21,000 species. It is the only Botanic Garden located in a World Heritage Area and is focused on the conservation of cool climate plants.

Our educational, cultural and artistic events including exhibitions and workshops are set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Garden, reflecting the stunning surrounds.

A LEAF, A TREE, A FOREST…WILD GARDENS OF THE BLUE MOUNTAINS BOTANIC GARDEN Sat 2 September – Sun 22 October Visitor Centre - 9.30am – 4.30pm Domestic gardens are designed by gardeners whilst wild plant communities arise from natural processes. Sometimes random and chaotic, wild gardens can reveal order and beauty by allowing the underlying rules of nature to prevail. In this exhibition Ian Brown explores the richness and beauty of wild Blue Mountains bush in fine art photographs …from leaf, bark and flower to massive eucalypts, rainforests and heathland.

Free entry.

STARRY NIGHT Sat 2 September Waratah Education Centre - 5.30pm – 7pm Join astronomers from The Sydney Observatory for a night of sky viewing from Mount Tomah. There’ll be lots of interactive fun for the whole family, including The Gravity Machine, a binocular-tour of the night sky, plenty of opportunities for chatting with astronomers and telescope viewing of the Moon, planets and stars. Cost: $15 adults (16+ years); $8 children (up to 16 years); $30 per family (2 adults & 2 children).

Bookings essential

NERD ALERT Sat 2 September, 14 October, 4 November Waratah Education Centre - 1pm-3pm Let’s make and mix, build and test, investigate and experiment with super-cool science! Every month we’ll explore a new theme with a mini science-show and lots of making and experimenting for everyone to get involved, with all the tools, equipment and ingredients provided. Cost: $20 per child. Bookings essential WILD ABOUT WARATAHS FESTIVAL Sat 23 September – Mon 2 October Visitor Centre & Garden - 9.30am – 4.30pm Celebrate the waratah at our popular annual Wild About Waratahs Festival. This year’s festival includes the state-wide waratah bloom competition, children’s science workshops and theatre performance, local waratah farm open day, photographic exhibition, guided tours, spectacular wildflower arrangements and plant sales.

Sponsored by Proteaflora. Free entry.

WARATAH SCIENCE + ART Sat 23 & Sun24 September Waratah Education Centre 11.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30pm – 2.30pm Kids will discover the secrets of Waratahs on a Garden walk – learning how these beautiful plants fit into the Blue Mountains environment and their special relationship with birds and fire. Back in the Learning Centre, we’ll examine the flowers by dissecting them and viewing under a microscope. We’ll see preserved waratah specimens and botanical illustrations used

by Botanists to study these amazing plants, and make our own waratah artworks to take home. Cost: $12 per child. Bookings essential

THE KING AND QUEEN OF GREEN: THE REALM OF RUBBISH Sat 23 & SuN 24 September Formal Lawn 10.30am-11.15am & 12.30pm – 1.15pm The King and Queen of Green love the planet earth and in particular things that are green! Princes and Princesses of all ages will enjoy this interactive show that explores the topic of landfill and the simple things we can all do at home to reduce the amount of waste going to the tip. Cost: $8 all tickets.

Bookings essential DINOSAUR STOMP Wednesdays 27 September & 4 October Waratah Education Centre - 1pm-3pm We’re going on a BIG adventure these holidays! Let’s stomp around the Garden to discover megafauna and dinosaurs, and the plants they enjoyed eating. We’ll plant a small dinosaur garden to take home, and make our own delicious ancient plant snack: chocolate-crackle Wollemi Pine bark. Yum! Cost: $20 per child. Bookings essential GARDEN AFTER DARK – SPOTLIGHT TOUR Saturday 30 September Waratah Education Centre - 5.30pm – 7pm Visit the Garden after hours! We’ll start with a short, entertaining talk on the nocturnal animals of the Blue Mountains. Then, as darkness falls, we’ll go on a prowl of the Garden, using “bat detectors” to help find micro-bats, and red-light torches to spot other nocturnal animals. We may see insects and spiders, brush-tail and ring-tail possums, gliders or nocturnal birds and other creatures.

Cost: $20 adults; $12 children (8-16 years).

Bookings essential FOR BOOKINGS AND MORE INFORMATON VISIT www.bluemountainsbotanicgarden.com.au

BLUE MOUNTAINS BOTANIC GARDEN

• Magnificent state wide waratah bloom competition and display

• Kids’ science & art workshops • Local waratah farm open day • Kids’ theatre performance

• Guided tours of the Garden’s waratah collection • Cut flower and potted plant sales

Saturday 23 September – Monday 2 October 2017

• Ian Brown’s photo exhibition • Spectacular wildflower arrangements

Free entry • Open Mon – Fri 9 am – 5.30 pm Weekends and public holidays 9.30 am – 5.30 pm Bells Line of Rd Mount Tomah NSW 2758 T 4567 3000 • bluemountainsbotanicgarden.com.au

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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 23 and 24 September 2017.

These mountain villages are wellknown for their beautiful displays of spring blossom, bulbs, rhododendrons and azaleas, both in private gardens and in roadside plantings, against a backdrop of magnificent natural bushland and rainforest.

Eight private gardens will be open over the weekend to raise essential funds for the local Rural Fire Brigade. Several of the gardens have rarely been open to the public. Open gardens are Bisley, Breenhold, Carmarthen (Saturday 23 September only), Hawthorn Hill (Sunday 24 September only), Merry Garth, Nooroo, Sefton Cottage, and Withycombe. The Village Hall will feature an exhibition of photography, paintings and sculpture inspired by the local area. A cash-only café featuring home-cooked food and a sausage sizzle will be provided by RFS volunteers. Captain of the Mt Wilson/ Mt Irvine Brigade, Beth Raines said: “The Mt Wilson Spring Blossom Festival showcases our villages at a beautiful time of year, while supporting the local Rural Fire Brigade. The essential funds

raised enable our Brigade to provide a range of vital services beyond firefighting to search and rescue of bushwalkers and canyoners in the surrounding National Park, and other emergency services helping us help others”.

Limited accommodation is available in Mt Wilson and Mt Irvine but early bookings are recommended. http://www.mtwilson.com.au/ accommodation-gardens-propertiesfor-sale/accommodation 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/pcyw

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Parramatta - Penrith

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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

GARDEN OF MYSTERY AND DELIGHT The two acre garden at John Macarthur’s Hambledon Cottage, Gregory Place, Parramatta can be a mysterious adventure.

The garden is home to the oldest surviving English Oak trees in the colony of New South Wales. They were planted by John Macarthur and his sons James and William in 1817.

The Macarthurs also planted a number of Portuguese Cork trees with the aim of developing a business to supply cork stoppers for the new wine industry.

Wines were one of the first products exported from the colony.

Two thirty metre tall ancient pines dominate the Hambledon parkland and count their origin from the era of the dinosaurs. Along with the recently discovered Wollemi pine, the Bunya pine and the Hoop pine invite wonder.

Take a guided tour of the 19th century garden and cottage and discover more wonderful mysteries.

JOIN Parramatta & District Historical Society Inc. (1913) Meet people who enjoy local history John Macarthur’s Hambledon Cottage House Museum OPEN Thursday to Sunday – every week 11am – last guided tour begins 3pm Gregory Place, Parramatta 9635-6924 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

What to See & Do

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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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.

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).

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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What to See & Do

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 Penrith Whitewater Stadium McCarthy’s Lane, Cranebrook Ph: 4730 4333

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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 only in size to Katoomba.

Mountains Tourist Information Centre operates an hourly hop on and hop on the left of the highway. off service 7 days a week that takes you to 29 GREAT ATTRACTIONS The start of the Blue Mountains includes the lovely villages of Lapstone, located in KATOOMBA and LEURA, Start at the Glenbrook Visitor Centre Glenbrook, Blaxland, Springwood allowing you to experience the best The walking track from John and Faulconbridge. This area features of what this fabulous world heritage Accommodation Whitton Memorial leadsAssociation you Bleu Mountains andPlace Tourism impressive waterfalls, swimming holes, area has to offer in a fun and to the Knapsack Viaduct. (Lapstone) for iMAG Visitor Guide national park walks and art Advertisement & craft informative way.

Bluff Lookout overlooks the galleries.

You can purchase your $30 per adult Adv size 115 x 80 mm landscape Glenbrook Gorge and Glenbrook Blaxland, named after explorer Gregory Hop On and Hop Off All Day Pass Creek.

Blaxland (1771-1852) provides the from the Trolley Shoppe located at Adjacent to Warrimoo Station is opportunity to examine Lennox Bridge.

76 Main Street, Katoomba, Opposite Ardill Park, a great resting place.

Built in 1883, it formed part of the

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the Pedestrian Crossing at Katoomba Railway Station, or directly from the Trolley Driver at any stop.

You can book a Day Tour from Sydney, save when you book your tickets online, even like us on Facebook at Trolley Tours, Katoomba.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Great Western Hwy, Glenbrook Open Mon-Sat 8.30am to 4pm and 8.30am - 3.00pm Sun. closed Christmas Day Ph: 1300 653 408 www.bluemountainscitytourism.com.au

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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 Majestic and richly blossoming trees are lining the streets of the Mid Mountains. Take your time and wander off the Great Western Highway. Leave the noise and bustle behind. Turn down side streets and explore the treasures of private gardens from the footpaths. Eavesdrop on the birds enjoying the profuse blooms, searching for nectar.

The Spirit of Hair is a wonderful new hairdresser in Hazelbrook. The decor of the room is very quirky and uplifting. Located at 2-194 Great Western Highway Hazelbrook, you can ring 0420 882 116 for appointments and enquiries.

Events The 10th Annual Stormer Music Showcase Sat 02 September $7.00 - $20.00 10.00am, 2.00pm & 6.00pm Let it Be Sunday 10 September $15.00 - $25.00 2.00pm Simple Dreams - The Songs of Linda Rondstadt Wednesday 13 September $20.00 11.00am Westworld (PG) Friday 15 September $12.00 8.00pm Simon Tedeschi & Kevin Hunt Saturday 16 September $25.00 - $52.00 7.30pm Mike Nock Trio Sunday 17 September $32.00 - $36.00 2.00pm The Mick Dark Talk for the Future 2017 Thursday 21 September $18.00 - $30.00 7.30pm Akmal – Transparent Friday 22 September $42.90 - $46.90 8.00pm Springwood Growers Market Sunday 24 September 8.30am - 12.30pm FREE Blue Mountains Theatre & Community Hub 104 - 108 Macquarie Road Springwood - Box Office 4723 5050

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What to See & Do

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

Join the Arts Trail and visit a gallery or artist studio

Find a local historical site to explore and research

Viewing the world through an Artist’s Lens Eyes brighten with excitement when an artist enters a studio. Like a child in a park taking pure delight in swinging, running and climbing around a playground their imagined world can be similar to an artist as it is viewed with a complete sense of wonder, honesty and integrity. When eyes see a cascading waterfall with living creatures set in unspoiled countryside what objects and colours of the landscape are revealed to the eye? The lens through which an artist views this scene takes in details often not given much thought by an undiscerning eye. The artist detects hues, values, shades, shadows, crevices and fluidity that when these images are transcribed, take on many forms and dimensions into something that is other worldly yet maintains its realness. This real or imagined space thus becomes an artist’s tool and ultimate muse.

When parallel worlds of the real and surreal meet the enchantment manifests into something wonderful. Painting en plein air or assembling pieces of coloured glass, stone, or other materials into beautiful fluid living forms soon morph into new realities. A creation of art can always captivate minds because it transcends time and place where it becomes a storyteller to bestow its tale upon many generations.

When embarking on an arts trail the experience of entering an artist’s studio often leaves the visitor with a heightened sense of visual awareness. The uniqueness of an arts trail combined with the raw and natural beauty of the Blue Mountains further enhances the experience. Ingrid Russell, Christine Hyde, Patrick Hromas and Marian Shapiro are just some of the artists participating in the Lower Blue Mountains Arts trail on the 2nd and 3rd of September 2017. They and the other amazing artists invite you to visit their studios and converse with them and learn about their particular genre. Purchases can be made on the day of your visit also so that you can take home a very special piece of artwork from exceptional artists of the very finest talent.

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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 gifts.

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Blue Mountains Stockist of The World's Finest Brands.

Moorcroft-Royal Crown Derby-Royal Doulton-Waterford Wedgwood as well as many other Prestigious Brands!

OPEN 7 DAYS 448a Gt Western Hwy, FAULCONBRIDGE | 02 4751 7627

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Faulconbridge Antiques

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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.

Gold winner - national tourism award for Unique Accommodation for Zoofari Lodge

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Win Free Passes to Taronga Western Plains Zoo! Your iMag magazine has free passes to give away to Western Plains Zoo. For your chance to win one of these passes, simply send us an envelope with your name phone number and address on the back addressed to:

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.

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Corner of Apex & Lovel Streets Katoomba

Phone: 4782 2155 or visit us at www.mountainheritage.com.au View menus and package deals online or follow us on Facebook!

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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

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You must not miss a visit to the multi-awardwinning Josophan’s Chocolates – see if you are able to organise a tasting. They also have a shop down in Sydney.

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.

Olympian Park featuring a natural amphitheatre with spectacular views.

Leura Cascades along Cliff Drive is a peaceful setting for a family picnic or BBQ 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.

Bygone Beautys’ New Traditional High Tea Supreme - an Indulgent Affair Located in Leura in the heart of the Blue Mountains, Bygone Beautys ups the grandeur with its introduction of Traditional High Tea ‘Supreme’. An even more decadent version of the much-loved classic Traditional High Tea, enjoy all the usual delights but with a twist.

In a charming old-world dining room, enjoy complimentary champagne in crystal flutes upon arrival with mini quiches, sausage rolls and vegetarian roulades. Then, grandly presented silver service on an afternoon tea tray-mobile, finely rolled crustless sandwiches, an assortment of homemade tea cakes and biscuits, homemade baby scones with freshly whipped cream and strawberry jam, and your choice of speciality

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loose leaf tea or coffee.

Your waiter, complete with top hat and tails, will deliver this decadent delight to your table with a degree of pomp and circumstance, an experience reminiscent of decades past when life was more leisurely.

Relax, as you anticipate, at your dining table where every little detail - from the table cloth to the placement of fine bone china and quality cotton afternoon tea serviettes is set with precision and authenticity. Watch with delight as your triple-tier cake stand of treats, framed by two British Union Jack flags, arrives to the tune of Land of Hope and Glory.

With the addition of a hot first course and a complimentary glass of champagne on

arrival, this experience will add an extra touch of upper class decadence and also give guests a taste of the original ‘High Tea’, which began around 1825 and was originally a hearty meal which included several hot dishes.

Best experienced in the company of others, Traditional High Tea Supreme is served to a minimum of two persons and is available from 10.30am to 4.00pm weekdays and 10.30am to 4.30pm weekends. Bookings are essential and can be made by phone: 02 4784 3117 or email: info@bygonebeautys. com.au.

For more information and menus visit www. bygonebeautys.com.au. Bygone Beautys is open seven days a week.

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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.

In town, you’ll find an array of boutiques and all seasons clothing, as well as cosy dining experiences to suit all budgets and tastes.

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.

What to See & Do Visit Echo Point Visitor Information Centre for information and views.

Stay with us to enjoy our award winning area Visit Trolley Tours to book a great tour of your choice maybe including Jenolan Caves Enjoy the art and culture walk.

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

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

10am – 2pm public holidays (closed Good Friday & Xmas Day)

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To give visitors an inspiring insight into the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains, The Edge Cinema screens a magnificent documentary which allows those with limited time to truly understand what treasures are within this ancient region.

Visit The Edge Cinema to understand how unique this area really is. You’ll understand the accidental discovery of the Wollemi Pine, a majestic ancient conifer with attractive, unusual dark green foliage and bubbly bark. You’ll feel an adrenalin rush, watching the view plunge over dramatic waterfalls, seeing climbers on the famous Hanging Rock and plunging into deep canyons to swim the icy cold streams.

The cinema has recently been renovated with new seats, carpet and an amazing surround sound system. The Edge documentary is screened daily at 9.45am at The Edge Cinema at 225 Great Western Highway Katoomba.

Please ensure you book ahead to see The Edge documentary by phoning (02) 4782 8900

Lost Bear Gallery presents a masterful exhibition of paintings and drawings by artist Jody Graham, 26 August - 18 September 2017.

Having been based in the Blue Mountains for many years, Jody now resides in the inner west of Sydney and works from a studio in an old industrial warehouse she shares with other artists. Her art in recent years has shifted towards urban and industrial subject matter and at the core of her approach is a desire to sketch plein air. Jody’s art is bold and expressive, with compositions that demonstrate confidence, maturity and sound draftsmanship. Her palette is subtle and tonal which seems to compliment the aged nature of her subjects.

Of her new exhibition, Jody Says, "My approach often favours gestural and expressive mark-making and with this body of work, I have also worked extensively on the textural qualities of the paper, often gouging into it and then going through a restorative process".

This collection of new work came about through a process whereby Jody focused on producing 60 works in 60 days.

Some of these works are included in the exhibition, whilst other have been uses to develop larger studio paintings.

Lost Bear Gallery is a leading destination for contemporary art in the Blue Mountains. Jody Graham’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

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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.

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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Mt Victoria

Offering a range of specialised shoes to help family problem feet feel comfortable Stocking: NAOT - Ecco Florsheim - Waldlaufer Merrell - Semler - Gabriele Josef Seibel - Peter Kaiser Sandler - Rieker - Pikolinos open seven days 4 Govetts Leap Rd Blackheath (02) 4787 8263

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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,

Blue Mountains Heritage Centre

At the end of Govetts leap Road, Blackheath Open everyday except Christmas Day 9.00am to 4.30pm.

Phone: 4787 8877

Bathurst: From fledgling food bowl to fine dining!

Governor Lachlan Macquarie proclaimed the town of Bathurst in May 1815 as the intended administrative centre for an agricultural region that would support the still fragile colony of NSW. The rich Bathurst Plains were the first great food bowl of Australia, and so began a proud agricultural tradition that has endured in and around Bathurst into the 21st Century.

Today the Bathurst region not only yields the highest quality produce, but local chefs are leading the way in bringing this produce to the plate at the many restaurants, cafes and pubs of the city and surrounding villages. Regional and seasonal produce is on display at the monthly farmers’ markets of Bathurst and Tarana. It is likely that Governor Macquarie would have been amazed at the diversity of the region today, with its boutique kitchens, a mico distillery, brewing of craft beers and even local roasting of coffee!

The region is also enjoying a growing recognition as the cool climate wine

capital of Australia, with a number of outstanding local producers and winemakers. A highlight of the culinary calendar is the annual National Cool Climate Wine Show, now in its 18th year and the largest wine event inland from a capital city, which climaxes in the public tasting on 20 October at the Bathurst Showground. Tickets for this highly anticipated event are now on sale. Visit http://www.coolwines.com.au/ for more information.

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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.

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.

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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!

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

Animal Centre

Animal Centre

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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 special gifts & holiday planning options Mon– Fri 9am – 6pm Sat 9am-12pm

Oberon and Hartley Vets have opened a pop-up clinic at Portland Produce one Thursday every fortnight, starting 3 August.

They hope to see lots of animal friends!

Offering all their usual consults including microchipping and vaccinations. Call on 6355 2272 to make an appointment! — at Portland Produce.

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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.

The signs of Yesteryear 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 popular attraction.

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 antique signs.

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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 The Visitor Information Centres have heaps of information on the range of local activities Don’t miss Spring Fair and new antique Signs in October

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

Wallerawang

Wallerawang was first surveyed 1823. In 1824 James Walker was granted a large tract of land that was called "Wallerowang" by the local aboriginal people.

Charles Darwin stayed at "Wallerowang House" (later to become Barton Park) in 1836, and in the book "Voyage of the Beagle" he describes the area at the time and the wildlife that included a number of platypus. There was a huge

Works of Portland 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! increase in population in 1851 after gold was discovered in the area. The National School opened 1860. Shale oil mining began in 1867 and the railway arrived in 1870 with coal hot on its heels in 1873.

St John the Evangelist Church opened in 1881 as a memorial to the Walker/Barton family.

Your local and knowledgeable team can help you with all your Residential and Rural Real Estate needs.

With offices in Portland, Oberon & Orange, covering the Central Tablelands.

The Residential, Rural and Livestock Specialists Servicing the Central Tablelands.

Find us on 3 Wolgan St Portland NSW 2847 Phone: 02 6355 5125 Email: portland@fnbandl.com.au

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Lithgow

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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 Lithgow’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 nature’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.

Camp on the shores of Lake Lyell for

wildlife encounters and speed boating.

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. Aqua Blitz will be reopening with the warmer weather in September with the same prices. 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.

Lake Lyell Recreation Park Camping unpowered $24 per night, powered $29 per night.

Cabins from $75 - $150 per night.

Day entry $5 per vehicle. Kayak hire - $15/hour $50/4hours.

Kiosk hot food, ice cream, coffee, fishing equipment, bait, boating equipment and necessities.

Free BBQ facilities, picnic area and play equipment.

Hot showers Restaurant opening soon!

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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Daffodils at Rydal

The festival celebrates the arrival of spring. Thousands of daffodils have been planted in the parks and gardens of Rydal. Daffodils at Rydal 2017 will take place over the two weekends of 9/10 September and 16/17 September. $10 entry takes you to all the gardens. Click here for a copy of this year’s brochure.

If you do not wish to drive we offer these choices: Bathurst Tours will be running a free courtesy bus in Rydal from 10 am to 4 pm continuously around all the gardens in the village and those out of the village.

You will be able to hop on hop off where ever you like. It will meet the XPT from Sydney at the Rydal Railway Station which arrives at 10.00am There will be no charge for this service. The XPT must be prebooked to stop at Rydal. Book on line or ring Train Link reservations 132 232 The XPT departs from Rydal at 5.58pm.

If you wish to leave earlier, Bathurst Tours can take you to Lithgow at a charge of $10pp (min 6 passengers)

Bathurst Tours will be departing from Bathurst on the days of the Daffodil Festival for Rydal at 9 am and returning to Bathurst at 4:15 pm. Tickets are $20 pp return. Bookings are essential. Contact Ian Redpath at Bathurst Tours to book your seat 1300 433 868 NYLA@tcpdaytours.com.au runs tours for groups of 4 to 8 with a pick up from Katoomba Railway station 9.30 am return to Katoomba Rail Station 5, Phone Nyla on 0424 188 779 or visit www.tcpdaytours.com.au Larger groups can book with Madjestic Tours, they have a 20 seater bus with pickup/drop off from Lithgow Train station. infor@madjestictours.com.au 6352 3803 or 0414 809598 www.madjestictours.com.au For more information email: rydaldaffs@gmail.com Lindsay 6359 3237 or Helen 0497 974747

Yamaha 2017 Sunny Corner Trail Bike Ride Central Tablelands Motorcycle Club Welcomes You to The Sunny Corner Trail Bike Ride When? The weekend of 16th & 17th September.

Where? Sunny Corner State Forest.

Further details can be found on our web site at www.sunnycorner.com.au including camping details as well as information on the amazing prizes.

For a free copy of the Lithgow Visitor Information Centre Great Western Highway, (PO Box 19 Lithgow NSW 2790) T: 1300 760 276 or (02) 6350 3230, F: (02) 6350 3239 E: tourism@lithgow.com

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Oberon - Bathurst 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

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What to See & Do

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-

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

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!

Bathurst Regional Art Gallery is closed for refurbishments on 31 July and reopens 27 September

Bathurst ART Fair

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Oberon Visitor Information Centre Cnr Ross Street and Edith Road Oberon NSW 2787

02 63298210 oberonaustralia.com

A SELLING SHOW FOR REGIONAL ARTISTS For Entry Forms & Information visit: www.bathurstart.com.au

B AT H U R S T R E G I O N A L A R T G A L L E R Y

Bathurst Region – Full of life Bathurst is the oldest inland settlement in Australia. It is often referred to as the Gold Country as this district was the site of the first gold discovery and where the first gold rush occurred in Australia. Today education, tourism and manufacturing drive the economy.

The internationally renowned racetrack Mount Panorama is a landmark of the city. Bathurst has an historic city centre with many buildings remaining from the gold rush period of the mid to late 1800s.

Stone Pine Distillery, just five minutes from Bathurst's town centre, is one of the growing number of boutique distilleries in New South Wales.

Producing an array of handcrafted spirits and liqueurs across three distinct product ranges, this family-run distillery is set within the 19th century "Merembra" homestead. The Stone Pine Distillery cellar door is only open on Saturday and Sunday, 12 – 4pm or by appointment.

In Spring its parks and gardens beckon delightfully and it is renowned for its fresh produce, fine dining and wines. It also is a regional centre for music and other cultural pursuits.

A great city to visit, a perfect place to 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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Mudgee District 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 selfdriving 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.

What to See & Do 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 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

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.

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Mt Canobolas © Orange Council

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!

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What to See & Do

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 Phone: 02 6393 8226 - 1800 069 466 E: tourism@orange.nsw.gov.au www.visitorange.com.au

Visitors on the rise

According to the latest domestic tourism figures released by Destination NSW, the Orange region is leading the way for Central NSW tourism with substantial increases to both visitation and spend.

A total of 1,070,000 visitors were recorded to Orange local government area year ending December 2016, compared to 773,500 visitors year to December 2015. An increase in visitor spend during the same period has also been recorded of $260m in 2016, compared to $190m in 2015.

The Cabonne local government area reflected strong increases of 9.7% year on year change in overnight visitors, 7.6% year on year change in overnight visitors and 7.6% year on year change in overnight visitor expenditure. The Cabonne local government domestic daytrip visitors and related expenditure % year on year change reflected an increase of 11.9%.

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Celebrate Spring with our range of gorgeous colours and styles.

Sizes 8-24. New season stock arriving daily Come in store to see the beautiful new colours, with ranges from Ms Divine, Vigorella, threadz, Clarity and many more.

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.

Now at Lucknow AND Molong!

Mitchell Highway, Lucknow 2800 Ph: 6365 5437 23 Banks Stree, Molong

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What's on @ 2 Fat Ladies - August/September 2017 For any event please call us on 6365 5437 to book your place!

Wardrobe Makeover Workshop: Saturday 12th August 1.30pm MOLONG - $18 Organise your wardrobe. It’s as easy as counting to four!

Join us for Champagne and nibbles as we divulge the secrets to make choosing what to wear a breeze.

Mineral Makeup Masterclass: Saturday 19th August 1.30pm LUCKNOW – 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 our complete beauty routine that is quick and easy and will have you looking amazing everyday as well as for those special occasions.

Travel Packing Workshop: Saturday 26th August 1.30pm MOLONG - $12 Travel Packing Workshop: Saturday 2nd September 1.30pm LUCKNOW - $12 Discover the tricks of packing light! Can you imagine going overseas with only take carry-on luggage? This workshop

will teach you how to achieve this without compromising style. Not for all of us but at least you can take much less.

Spring Launch Fashion Parade: Thursday 7th September 6pm MOLONG – FREE! Join us for a night of fashion and giveaways. New season ranges from Jendi, Threadz, Clarity and many, many more. So come along, bring a friend and enjoy the fabulous Spring Launch together.

Events Fashion Parade: Saturday 9th September 1.30pm LUCKNOW – FREE! Do you have a special event coming up?

See our range of event wear displayed for your wedding, graduation, formal dinner or special occasion. Lots of lovely lace and beautiful colour for your perusal.

Like us on Facebook to be the first to know about sales events, workshops, competition. We have lots of new season’s stock arriving daily from your favourite labels such as Jendi, Vigorella, Threadz, Clarity and more

Fiona & Paul Rossiter 88 Warrendine St, Orange

Bissys Permaculture Café

Function Room Hire, Bike Hire, Hampers and Children Events Phone: (02)63690666 Mobile: (0409)662 525 email: contact@bisssyscafe.com.au www.facebook.com/bissys.cafe.and. catering.orange/

Bissys Permaculture Café?

Well known for their Egg and Bacon rolls, all the food is made and cooked onsite.

Bissys use herbs, spices and produce grown in their permaculture gardens. It’s a joy to watch them prepare their food and even better to eat food that you know doesn’t contain preservatives. If you’re there early enough in the morning your eggs will be straight from the hen house, from the back yard at Bissys, to the kitchen. It doesn’t get any fresher than that. Well known for their “Zero Mile Diet” Looking for treats and gifts? Venture in to Bissys Emporium. Full of gifts like wall art, baby cake hampers, school teacher gifts or something for your special friend.

Not to mention the delightfully smelling Scentsy range, pot plants and local produce… plenty of ideas for gifts!

If you’re looking for a gift to mark off someone’s bucket list how about a Bissys Café gift voucher for a Tandem, Trike or mountain bike hire; a gourmet hamper; or use the voucher to shop in our emporium or to dine in at our café.

If you ever wondered what a permaculture garden looks like, then visit Bissys Café at Orange to see one

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working. There are five permaculture principles that permeate from zone 1 (the café) complete with educational signage.

Fiona, one of the owners of Bissys Cafe is a permaculture designer and consultant, usually available onsite is happy to talk about the wonders of permaculture. The healing properties of certain herbs and foods. The integration and combining of systems to make a sustainable and low cost garden. Plus the use of free commodities such as the sun, rain and insects just to name a few.

Keep an eye on the new Bissys Website www.bissys.com.au for Permaculture educational courses held at Bissys Café and the new building at Cargo NSW with the Educational centre and tourist attractions.

If you’re wondering about the kids, they’re taken care of too. On Saturday and Sundays there is craft from 9am till 10am and then the farm yard is open from 10am till 11am. Enjoy petting and feeding the animals, see the eggs collected and learn about animals and their care

Cool Climate Permacultural

Educational Centre

There is no better place to learn Permaculture than surrounded by nature, Kangaroos and farm animals.

Welcome to our new Cool Climate Permacultural Educational Centre!

Courses available NOW at Bissys Café.

Phone 0409662525 and ask for Fiona www.Bissys.com.au

60,000 parents and children already love our programs.

Enrolments Available NOW Phone:6362 1194 https://www.gymbarooorange.com.au/ www.facebook.com/Gymbarooorange

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Spring is full of surprises ‘No more Waste’ Train ride and picnic to Lithgow

Hartley Store’s Market

Join family descendants of Thomas Mort, Eugene Nicolle and Augustus Morris for a re-enactment of the 1875 celebration of their achievements in refrigeration technology.

Lachlan Valley Railway’s locomotive will pick you up from Sydney, Strathfield, Parramatta, Katoomba or Mount Victoria and take you to Lithgow, re-enacting the train trip that brought 300 guests to Mort’s slaughter and freezing works in 1875. The luncheon was served after a tour of the works; all the food had been chilled or frozen — a world first!

Join the families at the Hoskins Uniting Church, with its beautiful Sorensen garden, on the corner of Mort & Bridge Streets for a Victorian picnic, which recreates, in part, the picnic 142 years ago.

Zig Zag beer and wine from the Megalong Valley will be available for purchase.

You can enjoy the dishes of a Victorian picnic, or bring your own picnic and rug.

Ticket prices and booking details Return train trip and picnic lunch — $220 — ONLY 100 TICKETS AVAILABLE! Return train trip only — $135 Book tickets Lachlan Valley Rail https://www.trybooking. com/book/event?eid=283982 Train to depart from Central Station 8am, Saturday 9 September, 2017 and return at 7pm. (Details & timetable will be posted once confirmed, closer to the event) When: Saturday 9 September 2017 Where: Central Station to Lithgow Contact: LVR: (02) 6342 4999

Hartley Store’s Market Day brings you the best of local, fresh, organic and free-range produce and products on the first and third Sunday of each month.

When: 3 and 17 September 2017 Where: Hartley Saddlery, 2464 Great Western

Highway, Hartley Contact: Johan Nilsson on 0433 116 755 or johan@hartleystore.com.au www.hartleymarkets.com.au www.facebook.com/ hartleystoresmarketday