Sydney & Blue Mountains iMag - August 2014 by iMag Publications Pty Ltd

Sydney, Blue Mountains and Central West

AUGUST 2014

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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 August Join the Drover’s epic experience with us on pages 27-29. Get the book! Molong is celebrating 150 years with a great show and many other celebrations…It’s the southern hemisphere Horses’ Birthday 1 August. Hartley Saddlery rode their own journey from the start of the Bicentennial Crossing re-enactment (which continues until 2015) and will be celebrating the Horses’ Birthday. Come and join them. In this Year of The Horse, I am also looking forward to Fernhill’s Picnic Races soon. In August we have daffodils and other garden delights coming out already. This is such a wonderful time of year – at the end of winter with warm fires and snow and lengthening sunny days. There is so much on, giving many options to enjoy pleasant entertainment or outdoor challenges with warm fires at night in the Mountains. This time of year is quite romantic. Make the most of your chances to enjoy the superb areas from the Mountains to the sea, along our waterways, above and below the ground. We have markets, really fresh produce, and many roads less travelled… check out the details… you may explore by car, on foot, on horseback or by public transport, sample our

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different restaurants and stay in different areas… really have a great time! Enjoy our improved and newly opened roads! In August, as the daylight hours lengthen, we do have some great food, shows, art and music! Even if you 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. Do have a wonderful time. We have plenty to offer to enable you to do this. Join us on Facebook and Twitter for updates and check out our web for more information. 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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Hills & Hawkesbury 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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There is so much to see and do in the Hawkesbury – beautiful scenery, national parks, majestic rivers, quiet secret places, historic townships and heritage buildings. It is an easy drive one hour north-west of Sydney, making it an ideal Sydney day trip or weekend getaway. As a longer stay destination, make sure you take time to relax and experience what the Hawkesbury has to offer, including opportunities to visit galleries and artist studios or enjoy the rural atmosphere and buy seasonal produce direct from the grower. To help you explore the Hawkesbury at your leisure we can offer you directions for self drive tours which highlight what the area has to offer. Your journey begins at Windsor or Clarendon. Phone or email us for a free information pack:

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Ham Common, Hawkesbury Valley Way, Clarendon (opposite RAAF base) Ph: 02 4578 0233 or 1300 362 874 Email: hawkesburytourism@pacific.net.au Web: www.hawkesburytourism.com.au Spatial Images Photography 2010 ©

What to See & Do 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 Walk the Great North Road, built by convicts in chain gangs Check out the local art scene Fish in the Hawkesbury River Ride across the river on the Webbs Creek Ferry Visit Wisemans Ferry Anglican Church Self guided tour of Wisemans Ferry, history and sites Bushwalk through Dharug National Park – remember comfy shoes! Drive across the Wisemans Ferry

Walk along the Wisemans jetty and spot the fish Visit the award-winning regional museum and Visit Hawkesbury Regional Gallery DURAL VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE The Pines and Roughley House 656a Old Northern Road, Dural Phone (02) 9651 4411 www.hhart.com.au info@hhart.com.au

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Exhibition celebrates fashion of the Swinging Sixties Was there ever a more exciting decade for fashion than the 1960s? Think denim jeans, mods, minis, maxis, paisley prints, jerkins, suede skirts, unisex, tye-dyeing, and even PVC. Some 60s concepts (disposable knickers) came and went; others (jeans) are now ubiquitous, and some go in and out of style (stilettos, ballet flats). All this excitement will be recalled in an exhibition, titled Swinging, on show at Hawkesbury Regional Gallery 11 July – 31 August, and staged in conjunction with The Cavalcade of History and Fashion Inc. ‘We are very grateful to this wonderful volunteer organisation for making this exhibition possible ’, said Hawkesbury Mayor, Clr Kim Ford. Formed in 1962, the organisation is the custodian of an extensive historic collection of approximately 1800 authentic gowns and several thousand accessories that portray the rich cultural heritage of Australia and the influences on the lives of women and their families from the earliest days of the colony. Helen Parsons, President of The Cavalcade of History and Fashion, will be giving two guided tours of the exhibition, on Saturday 9 and Saturday 16 August at 1pm. ‘No-one knows more than Helen Parsons about the unique collection that is The Cavalcade of History and Fashion,’ said Gallery Director, Diana

Robson, ‘including the garments themselves and the fascinating stories behind them’. In these guided tours, Helen promises to share her favourite pieces and personal insights, followed by afternoon tea. Entry to the exhibition is free, as are the guided tours, for which bookings are essential - phone 4560 4441. Hawkesbury Regional Gallery is located upstairs in the Deerubbin Centre at 300 George Street, Windsor. Opening hours are Monday, Wednesday – Friday 10am – 4pm. Weekends 10am – 3pm. Closed Tuesdays and public holidays.

Hawkesbury Regional Museum – new exhibition: Flood! (opening 19 July)

and painstakingly prepared illustrations and engravings, to photography, film and TV. It includes the oldest known documentary footage of Windsor Bridge in flood, as well as ABC TV news reports from 1961, 1986, and 1990. In 2012 the Hawkesbury Gazette’s Facebook page showed how social media can be used to inform and engage the local community in ways never seen before’. ‘We will also look at the history of flood rescue, stories of tragedy and heroism; and what it means to live with floods, a learning curve that began with Governor Macquarie, and continues to this day. There will almost certainly be another major flood in the Hawkesbury-Nepean, but are we ready for it? What will its impact be? What have we learnt? We hope to show people how their homes could be affected in the future, and how they can prepare themselves for an emergency.’

As recently as February 2012, a Hawkesbury resident was reported as saying that he did not realise his McGraths Hill home was at the risk of flooding. And he is not alone: a 2001 survey conducted in Richmond revealed that one in five of those surveyed did not know that they were living on a flood plain. ‘It’s a big story,’ says curator, Rebecca Turnbull, ‘and we aren’t trying to cover every aspect of it. Rather, we have chosen some main themes, including how reports of floods have changed, from the dramatic descriptions of nineteenth century scribes, Edward Searle, South Creek 1940 courtesy NLA

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Getting about… We’re fortunate to have a variety of choices of transportation as well as destinations close to Sydney. Just 15 minutes from Sydney’s CBD, Manly sits on a beautiful peninsula surrounded on three sides by sparkling Pacific Ocean and spectacular Sydney Harbour. For your added pleasure, the attraction of 18 pristine beaches including one of Australia’s most famous and most beautiful, hidden coves and inlets, breathtaking National Parks, Aboriginal sites and historic landmarks make up the Northern Beaches up to Palm Beach, where the TV Show Home and Away is filmed, better known to audiences the world over as Summer Bay.

Catch a ferry to many destinations including Taronga Zoo or to Parramatta. There are many bus and coach tours, helicopter flights… but I am partial to the ferries as a great way to explore from a Sydney or Parramatta base, enjoying the scenery on the way and avoiding traffic jams. We also have an excellent rail network including light rail and Country Link. Why not plan a trip from Taronga Zoo at Mosman, exploring what interests you along the way, to Taronga Western Plains Zoo? Ask a Visitor Information Centre to assist you with your plans. The Blue Mountains and Sydney have always tended to swap destinations

with each area able to provide contrast to the other. Sydney with its beaches is warmer than the Mountains where relief is provided with the cool nights. The character of our National Parks varies in the regions, with our Botanic Gardens providing different adventures. Sydney loves to enjoy the snow in our mountains and parts of our Central west with Festivals and open fires at night. As our cities become more populated, they are offering world class Festivals and entertainment but it’s so good to unwind in our ancient landscapes… you are welcome!

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August 23rd & 24th

Kurrajong Handspun Crafts group presents

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15th & 16th August 2014 10am till 4 pm. Craft stalls Demonstrations, August 23rd & 24th Information sharing, Food 23 and rd drink August & 24th North Richmond Community Centre, 33 William Street, North Richmond. Our nominated charity is Motor Neuron Disease Research.

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Located in the Magnolia Mall arcade in Richmond, Banksia Yarns offers an array of fine knitting yarns from lace-weight to chunky in a kaleidoscope of colours. From commercially produced to hand spun / hand dyed yarns, there is enough here to tantalise the tastebuds of any knitter / crocheter.

Colinette, King Cole, Noro, Rare Yarns. • Gift vouchers. • Tours & groups welcome (by appointment). New yarns 'Jamieson and Smith' from the Shetland Isles, and 'Shilasdair' from the Isle of Skye! Mon - Fri: 9:30 - 5pm Sat: 9:30 -1pm Watch Facebook for specials during the holidays and cooler weather news.

Some of the yarns we have are: Heirloom made in Australia. Sirdar - from the UK. Noro - made in Japan. Colinette - made in Wales. In store, we have: • Australian & imported: wools, mohair, alpaca, cotton yarns. • Knitting & crochet: hooks, needles, patterns etc. • Brands include: Heirloom, Sirdar,

Banksia Yarns See our specials table for these great bargains! ''Peter Pan baby yarn now 50% off '' - limited stock. "Rare Yarns now 25% off " - limited stock. • Australian & imported: wools / mohair / alpaca / cotton yarns. • Knitting & crochet: hooks / needles / patterns etc. • Brands include Heirloom; Sirdar; Colinette; King Cole; Noro; Rare Yarns. • Gift vouchers. • Tours & groups welcome (by appointment). Hours:

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Parramatta 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. Now Parramatta is a city within Sydney’s metropolitan area. It lies along the

www.bluemountainsimag.com.au 15-mile or 24-km Parramatta River, which enters 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!

THE SPY WHO LOVED US Why did the British Government send 1000 men and women to Botany Bay in 1787 and why did the British Admiralty select Arthur Phillip as the leader of this First Fleet? The British Government was alarmed at reports of intense French preparations for war in 1784. Skilled ship builders were working day and night in Brest and Toulon. 'Orders were gone to lay Six Line of Battle Ships on the Stocks'. Henry Dundas [Lord Melville] told Lord Sydney on November 2 that 'India is the quarter to be first attacked'. Naval officer, Arthur Phillip, who was fluent in French, was Arthur Phillip 'given permission' to go to France for private reasons by Sir Evan Nepean, secretary of the Admiralty in January 1785 and Phillip reported back to the Admiralty with details of the seaport activities. Of particular interest was the fitting out of two ships, the L'Astrolabe and the La Boussole. These ships were the scientific expedition led by Francois de La Perouse which sailed for the Pacific Ocean in August 1785. Sir Joseph Banks had been asked by the French government to arrange for a passport for La Perouse so that he may easily travel around the world. Arthur Phillip and La Perouse were destined to cross paths on the other side of the world in 1788...

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EXHIBITION - ARTHUR PHILLIP 1738 -1814 First Governor of New South Wales Hambledon Cottage Lucas Gallery - Gregory Place, Parramatta OPEN Thursday to Sunday 11am to 4pm. Group Tours every day of week by appointment.

Join the Parramatta and District Historical Society Inc 63 Hassall Street, corner Gregory Place, Parramatta. Parking in the grounds, an easy-grade walk from Parramatta River Ferry Wharf and Railway Station. Telephone (02) 9635-6924 (cottage), 9871-4155 (Ken), 9654-2224 (Trevor) www. Parramattahistorical.org.au. Email parramattahist@tpg.com.au

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Parramatta has many historic buildings, including Elizabeth Farm (Built in 1793, it is the nation’s oldest surviving European 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 Penelope Lucas, governess to the Macarthur children.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 and Elizabeth Farm. 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 Valley It’s always a pleasure to welcome visitors to Penrith Valley. It’s the harmony of urban and rural lifestyles, our rivers, mountains and lakes, great shopping, educational facilities, entertainment and diverse housing choices that make Penrith Valley a great place to live, work, visit and invest. Located 55 kilometres west of Sydney, Penrith Valley is the place where two of Greater Sydney’s most spectacular features converge. One is the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains; the other is the Nepean River, one of eastern Australia’s great rivers. These natural features give Penrith Valley a relaxed, rural feeling, with the benefit of city standard facilities available

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in the City of Penrith. Penrith Valley has a full range of activities and events to make your stay, enjoyable, relaxing and exciting. Try whitewater rafting, cycling, boating or have a picnic by the water. For some retail therapy explore the many markets, pick up a bargain at a factory outlet or visit one of our major retail shopping centres. For a cultural experience, take in a show or spend the afternoon at our art gallery. In the evening, check out the local nightclubs, the various live entertainment venues, a woolshed dance or the cinema complex. There is something on offer to suit all ages and tastes.

Mamre House Educational Programs • In 2014 Mamre House is offering innovative educational youth programs and events throughout the year and during school holidays. Enthusiastic student archaeologists have been excitedly digging for historical artifacts at Mamre House, systematically recording treasures found in an archaeological dig on Mamre farm. The Mamre Archaeology Project, is a unique, hands-on educational program for high school students in years 7-11, involving the study of archaeological method and theory in conjunction with practical learning in a simulated excavation, with special emphasis on the history of Mamre Homestead in the 1800’s. • The Mamre Horse Whispering Program is also being offered this year. This innovative program will employ natural horsemanship as a means of teaching kids trust, respect, selfesteem, and positive communication. A combination of in-class activities,

videos, ground handling of horses, and basic riding, covering Pat Parelli’s “Seven Games” as well as Monty Robert’s “Join Up” are the highlights of the program. Students will be able to progress and continue their natural horsemanship training as this program can be tailored to cater for students growing capabilities. • For more information and for bookings, please email Eleni Argy, Education Programs Manager, eleni.argy@mamre.com.au

What to See & Do Visit the award winning Muru Mittigar Aboriginal Cultural Centre for a range of authentic experiences Visit the excellent Penrith City Library Enjoy a Family Astronomy Night at the local observatory Penrith’s riverside parks provide wonderful places for a family picnic Attend a performance at the Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre Penrith RSL have an amazing range of performers Check out Model Park Open Day for model trains, planes, boats & cars in action Cruise on the Nepean River aboard either the Nepean Belle or Penrith Platypus Visit the Sydney International Regatta Centre 2000 Sydney Olympics’ venue Follow either the Farmgate or the Heritage Trails around Penrith Valley Enjoy one of the many cafes and restaurants in Penrith Valley Sport of all kinds may be enjoyed in Penrith in all seasons

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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Wentworth Falls Wentworth Falls, one of the most beautiful Blue Mountains towns, offers possibly the most spectacular bushwalks and views. Originally called ‘Weatherboard’ after the ‘Weatherboard Hut’ built in 1814, a year later the town was named ‘Jamison’s Valley’ by Governor Macquarie. In July 1867 the historic first railway journey in the Blue Mountains left Penrith station and travelled through to Weatherboard Station where the train terminated. It wasn’t until 1879 that the name was changed to Wentworth Falls in honour of William Charles Wentworth. The area known as ‘Kings Tableland’ offers

almost haunting views. Care must be taken within this area to preserve the ancient Aboriginal site, Kings Table. It has been calculated via carbon dating that the land was occupied some 22,000 years ago! Further west along the Great Western Highway on the north side is Pitt Park and the Wentworth Falls School of Arts. ‘The Bathurst Traveller’, later renamed ‘Weatherboard Inn’ was an inn Built in 1826 at Pitt Park. Charles Darwin, the renowned scientist was reported to have stayed here around 1836.

Celebrate 50 Years of Spring in the Blue Mountains

Leura Gardens Festival October 4 to 12 - 9.30am to 4.30pm • Enjoy 11 stunning gardens • Music in the gardens • Horticultural talks • Art show • Plant sales • Special 50 year celebration souvenir – the gorgeous “Leura Gold” daisy ... and much more

All gardens ticket - $25 Single garden ticket - $5 Shuttle bus ticket - $5 Tickets are available at Leura Mall; Festival HQ, Fitzroy Street, Leura; and at all gardens Money raised helps to purchase equipment for the Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital and other local medical organisations

For information: T: 0431 095 279 - www.leuragardensfestival.com Email: leuragardensfestival@fastmail.com.au

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With the numerous spectacular walks and views within Wentworth Falls, allow at least a day to enjoy the area at leisure. The Charles Darwin Walk is well sign posted leading from the Great Western Highway, and along Falls Road. It’s a superb full day walk from Whispering Pines to what the Gundungurra people call The Seven Sisters at Echo Point. Falls Gallery and Gardens - on Falls Road, two minutes from the Falls and lookouts

Garden talks at Leura A programme of talks by respected horticultural presenters will be among the highlights of this year’s Leura Gardens Festival. Among the presenters will be garden writer and speaker, Jennifer Stackhouse, who, in keeping with the festival’s 50th-year celebrations, will be looking at trends in gardening over the last 50 years. She will also discuss what the future of gardening may look like with particular reference to the changes occurring in our environment. This year’s Leura Gardens Festival will take place from Saturday, October 4 to Sunday October 12, and feature 11 beautiful gardens, some of which took part in the original festival, some new to the festival and, of course, the return of old favourites. The talks programme will be held on Sunday, October 5, in the Gazebo at the Waldorf Leura Gardens Resort which has been a sponsor of, and participant in, the Leura Gardens Festival for many years. Other speakers on the day are well-known local horticulturist, Helen Caughey, whose topic will be “Bugs, Slugs and Thugs”; Mary Sweeney, current President of the NSW Floral Art Association, who will share her secrets and tips on all aspects of flower arranging; and nature photographer Frank Spolc, who will cover the tricky subject of how to best photograph your garden. All proceeds from the festival go to the Blue Mountains District Anzac Memorial Hospital and associated health services. For further information, please visit www.leuragardensfestival.com or phone 0431 095 279.

All things daffodil at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden in August The Blue Mountains Botanic Garden at Mount Tomah is the highest botanic garden in Australia and home to thousands of species of cool climate plants. This stunning Garden is the highlight of the Botanists Way – the historic crossing through the dramatic northern Blue Mountains World Heritage wilderness. The beautiful landscaped gardens, with spectacular views, are arranged geographically to showcase cool climate plants from around the world.

August flowers The Garden’s extensive collection includes over 48,000 plant specimens with many rare and unusual varieties including the famous local Wollemi pine Wollemia nobilis. During winter the Garden is full of colour. Beating the official start to spring is our fantastic collection of daffodlils Narcissus sp with over 100 cultivars on show as they form a golden carpet across the Brunet Meadow. Don’t miss the exquisite mountain waratah with its sprays of red flowers, Telopea oreades, amongst its African cousins such as Protea neriifolia. As well as visiting our beautiful plant displays, you can stay at the Garden in the secluded Jungle Lodge, which is set within pristine rainforest. We also have plantthemed events throughout the seasons and unique venues for hire around the Garden, outside and in. There are a variety of tours,

guided and self-guided or just relax and enjoy the panoramic view from the deck. The menu at Tomah Gardens Restaurant features local produce. Here you can enjoy high quality healthy food and the rustic environment which features locally made furniture and design elements. August feature event: Daffodil Festival – flowers, walks and workshops Sat 16 August – Sun 24 August Daffodil Festival Support the Cancer Council on Daffodil Day at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah. Enjoy the delightful daffodils in the crisp mountain air this winter. Join us for a guided garden daffodil experience or a hands on bulb growing workshop and assist the Cancer Council of NSW by purchasing Daffodil Day merchandise. Free entry to the Garden. Tuesday 19 August Daffodil Discovery Walk Join senior horticulturist Mat Murray on a guided walk discovering the delightful winter and spring bulbs on display at the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount

Tomah. 10.30 am -11.30 am OR 1.30 pm 2.30 pm. Bookings essential. Thursday 21 August All Things Daffodil – growing bulbs successfully Join one of the Garden’s horticulturists to learn the secrets to bulb growing success. Learn about general cultivation and care tips for growing flowering bulbs with a hands on propagation workshop.10.30 am – 12.30 pm Morning tea and materials included. Bookings essential. All winter Winter Wonderland – children’s self-guided adventure trail Explore the winter wonderland of the Garden on a self-guided adventure trail. Follow the map to find the winter wonderland stops and learn about some amazing plants and animals! For children aged 5 – 12 years. The adventure takes approximately 45 minutes and explores different areas of the garden. 9.30 am to 5.00 pm daily. $5 per kit - includes craft materials. Kit available from the Visitor Information desk, the Blue Mountains Botanic Garden, Mount Tomah Saturday 30 August Offshoots Mixed Media Workshop Join our exhibition artist Julie McEnerny for an introduction to a range of media and materials. Produce a medium sized work on paper using collage and stencilling techniques together with pens, acrylic paint and water soluble mediums. Suitable for all levels of ability, beginners welcome. 10am - 4pm. Cost: $95 per person ($85.50 for Foundation & Friends Members) Include morning/afternoon tea. Book online at www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au/tomah

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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. Visitors to Leura are guaranteed to experience the relaxed nature of the town. The Blue Mountains City Council has ensured that any developments within Leura fall into the strict guidelines of the town with heritage colours used throughout. 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 multi-

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award-winning Josophan’s Chocolates – see if you are able to organise a tasting. They also have a shop down in Sydney. Bygone Beautys has something for everyone from refreshments to die for to the most amazing range of antiques and collectables that this place is a whole experience in itself. A range of exquisite yet affordable delights await you here. 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. Gardens, Shopping, Food and Art! Awesome views from Sublime Point 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. Mount Hay Road takes you to the beautiful untouched Mount Hay region 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.

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Before Leura Village was born, Leura House the grand old lady of Leura was built as the first and finest home in the area. An expansive Victorian Italianate mansion at the top of Leura Mall she stands on Leura’s highest point with views as far as Sydney.

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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. 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.

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What to See & Do Visit Echo Point Visitor Information Centre for information and views. Make time to absorb the wonders of the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre with its City Art Gallery, amazing interactive World Heritage Exhibition, Katoomba Library and the ever changing vistas from the viewing platform. An amazing range of programs, exhibitions and events as well as the Cultural Centre Shop and Café. 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. Eat in fine-dining restaurants or have coffee and cake in Art Deco cafés. Take a guided bushwalk, a 4WD drive, or learn to abseil – all in the splendour of this majestic wilderness area. 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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Herman Pekel exhibition at Lost Bear Gallery Lost Bear Gallery presents a masterful exhibition of oil paintings by Melbourne artist Herman Pekel, beginning Saturday 2nd August. Born in Melbourne in 1956, Herman was 17 when he held his first solo exhibition. He spent three years studying and painting

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in Amsterdam and London, where he encountered the works of Constable, Turner and Rembrandt, all major infuences in the earl;y part of his career. On returning to Melbourne in 1982, he began studying for his fine arts degree at RMIT. Herman's impressionistic paintings are distinguished by tone and mood. His subject matter is diverse, with coastal and rural landscapes, sitting comfortably alongside city, urban and industrial scenes. He is also renowned for his paintings of café and bar interiors, where the figure becomes an integral element in the composition.

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Current exhibitions at Blue Mountains Cultural Centre Resolved: Journeys in Australian Design – until 21 September Resolved features twelve of Australia’s most interesting designers. The exhibition reveals the designer’s journey from the idea to the finished product, exploring the process and act of design. Many themes are explored in both the exhibition and a series of short videos and include creative collaborations, sustainable design, expressions of tradition and culture, experimental use of materials, and innovative application of emerging technology. An Object: Centre for Australian Design touring exhibition

Moving House: Susan & Peter O’Doherty – until 24 August Moving House is a collaborative exhibition between artist couple Peter and Susan O’Doherty, combining Susan’s mixed media constructions and

Peter’s paintings. The exhibition reflects their respective childhoods living in families that were perpetually on the move.

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PETER O’DOHERTY “Corner House Curl Curl” 2013, acrylic on canvas, 136 x 122 cm

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Blackheath/Mt Victoria 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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Mt Victoria Fast Facts 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, craft and bric-abrac The walking track that will take you to Victoria Falls. Mount Victoria Historical Museum located in the old refreshment rooms at the Railway Station. First release films at Mount Vic Flicks. Visit the Blue Mountains Heritage Centre, at the end of Govetts leap Road, Blackheath. There is an interactive display of how the mountains were made, a theatrette and gallery. Open everydayexcept Christmas Day, from 9.00am to 4.30pm.

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The Victory Theatre, a site of great importance. The Victory Theatre Antique Centre is not only a haven of great food and hidden treasure but a site of historic and cultural significance. Located in Blackheath, west of Sydney, the centre was built by architects Hassel and Stockham in 1915. Its original use was as a cinema for local residents, acting as a source of recreation and entertainment for 45 years. In the 1900’s cinemas were erected in any space that could fit numerous amounts of chairs and people. As

Kee in the 90’s. It is one of three original historic buildings in the town, built alongside the Gardener’s Inn and the Ivanhoe Hotel. When entering the building, two large doors open to the front cafe. Past the cafe lays the fabulous antique centre which houses 51 dealers who source a great assortment of antique furniture, fine jewellery, porcelain and china, Australiana, silver and vintage clothing. The Victory Theatre is commended as a place of “Aesthetic, historic and social value for past, present and future

movie projectors and screens were transportable, cinemas began to pop up throughout numerous country towns. During this period in Australia, the majority of cinemas were built in a highly decorative manner. Classic examples of this can be seen in the exteriors of Melbourne cinemas with their elaborate facades, such as the Britannia and Majestic of Melbourne. Sydney cinemas in country regions were very simplistic and built only for their purpose, as is evident in the shedlike appearance of the Victory Theatre. In the 1960’s The Victory Theatre closed down due to declining attendance. In 1977 it was leased out as a junk yard, later transforming into the Victory Theatre Antique Centre, which still operates successfully today. The Victory Theatre stands out from its neighboring shops due to its sheer size as well as the exterior mural, which was painted by renowned local artist Jenny

Largest Antique store west of Sydney with the greatest variety in the Blue Mountains Open 7 Days 10am - 5pm

Victory Theatre Antique Centre 17-19 Govetts Leap Road Blackheath Ph: (02) 4787 6002 Email: victorytheatre@bigpond.com

generations”. When travelling up to the Blue Mountains, stop by to have a coffee or lunch, browse through the amazing space and visit the Victory’s eclectic mix of dealers and a large assortment of goods. You must put it on your list of things to see when next travelling through the Blue Mountains. Jana Byrne The Burra Charter: The Australia ICOMOS Charter for Places of Cultural Significance 1999. As it is changing a new Exhibition Space has opened upstairs for local artists to sell their art. Do come and enjoy our new exhibitions! Who knows what new talent or treasure you may discover or fall in love with?

Offering a range of specialised shoes to help problem feet feel comfortable Stocking: NAOT - Ecco Florsheim Hogl - Merrell Rohde - Gabor Josef Seibel - PindiereSandler - Rieker - Beautifeel open seven days 4 govetts leap rd blackheath (02) 4787 8263

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Lithgow 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

www.bluemountainsimag.com.au 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

Small Arms Factory Museum Our archives form a collection of national significance, being the almost complete record of the Lithgow SAF from its inception. The collections and archives give a unique insight into both Australia’s industrial history, and the factory’s glorious past as a first class manufacturing facility. Phone: 6351 4452

www.lithgowsafmuseum.org.au lithgowsafmuseum@ozemail.com.au Location: At the front of the old Factory complex, Methven Street, Lithgow Open: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 9:30am to 2pm Weekends, public and school holidays 10am to 4pm - Adults $10 Concession $7 Children $5 Family $20

“Wrap with Love” Knit-In Thursday August 7, 2014

Book Week August 16-22, 2014

The “Wrap with Love” charity has been providing warm wraps for disadvantaged people for 20 years. The annual “Knit-In” brings people together to knit, crochet and sew knitted squares into wraps. There are squares that need to be sewn together and wool and needles for those who want to knit. The products of these events are sent where they are needed most. This is an ongoing process, warm wraps, beanies, scarves, and other items will always be required, as the need is endless. That is why, apart from this yearly event, the “KnitAs-You-Please” knitting group meet every Thursday at the Lithgow Library Learning Centre’s Main Street branch from 10 am to 2 pm. Cost: Fundraiser Location: Lithgow Library Learning Centre, 157 Main Street Lithgow. Contact: Jay Gorrie, (02) 6352 1080 or (02) 6351 3441 Begins 9.15 am, stay as long as you like.

This year’s theme is “Connect To Reading”. Our regular story time will be held on Wednesday and Thursday from 10.30 am. We will be looking at some of the shortlisted books, and engaging in craft activities. All the shortlisted and notable books from this year will be available for borrowing from September 1, 2014. The Library is running a colouring competition and prizes will be awarded on Friday 22, August, 4.00 pm. To pick-up your colouring competition, please drop into the library or one of our branches, after July 28, for your copy. Tuesday, August 19, Lithgow Library Learning Centre is hosting “The Reading Hour”, from 6-7 pm. We will be reading stories in the Library, and children are invited to attend in their pyjamas with their favourite doll, teddy or blanket. Lithgow City Council Mayor Maree Statham will read a story.

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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.

What to See & Do

Camp on the shores of Lake Lyell for wildlife encounters and speed boating. Visit the nationally significant Small Arms Factory Museum. Go bird watching, preferably 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.

Cost: Free Location: Lithgow Library Learning Centre, 157 Main Street Lithgow. Contact: Kellie Drengenberg (02) 6352 9100 lithgow.library@lithgow.nsw.gov.au http://www.learningcentre.lithgow. com Time: Lithgow Library Learning Centre is open: Mon-Fri, 9 am - 6 pm; Sat, 9 am - 12 noon. Portland and Wallerawang branches are open: Tues and Wed, 10 am -1 pm, 2-6 pm; Thurs and Fri, 2-6 pm; Sat, 9 am - 12 noon. “The Reading Hour” will be held Tuesday, August 19, 6-7 pm.

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Lithgow Visitor Guide

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 Bathurst Visitor Information Centre 1 Kendall Avenue, Bathurst Phone: 1800 68 1000 E: visitors@bathurst.nsw.gov.au www.visitbathurst.com.au

...will take you there! Travelling west on Great Western Highway as you descend Mount Victoria Pass, you see the view that rewarded the explorers when they crossed the Blue Mountains. Hartley is situated at the bottom of Victoria Pass, in the valley between Mount Victoria and Lithgow. 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. Some of the historic buildings have been turned into elegant accommodation and licensed restaurant facilities and there are other new hideaway rural retreats. It’s a beautiful area. Before you turn off the Highway towards Jenolan Caves I suggest you explore Hartley Historic Village.

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What to See & Do

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Be sure to call in to the Visitor Info Centre for information on all the wonderful things to see and do now e.g. weather, accommodation, activities, etc. The VIC has the extensive list of splendid gardens open during all seasons 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 multiaward winning Jenolan Caves, the most spectacular limestone caves in Australia, maybe stay there - the beauty above and below ground is inspirational. Get the app!

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. See our What’s on for Events. 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.

The Carrington Bathurst is so excited about bringing this gorgeous production to life! The cast is only a small group of the talent that is in this region! Don't miss out on what will be beautiful intimate dinner theatre in one of Bathurst's stunning venues! Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel is brought to glorious musical life in this tale of the indomitable March girls. In a time of great social upheaval, Jo, Meg, Amy and Beth grow from childhood to womanhood through the trials, tragedies and triumphs of a country divided by Civil War. “… the score for ‘Little Women’ contains one great number and another… The fantastic score only enhances the strength of this ageless story.

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Jenolan Cabins

42 Edith Rd, Jenolan Caves Ph: 02 6335 6239 M: 0418 619 709 E: relax@jenolancabins.com.au

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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. The Bathurst District Historical Museum and the Bathurst Art Gallery are full of treasures.

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Bob and Sally Parrington Modern Airconditioned Ensuite Cabins, 7 Cunynghame Street and PO Box 97 Oberon nSw 2787 Large Powered Unpowered Sites, Telephone 02 6336 0344 Modernjenolancaravanpark@bigpond.com Amenities and Laundry, BBQ/ Camp Kitchen Facilities, Swimming Pool www.jenolancaravanpark.com.au adjacent, Indoor Tennis Court Hire, Jenolan Caves Tour Bookings, Children’s Playground at the entrance to the Park

7 Cunynghame Street PO Box 97 Oberon NSW 2787

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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

28 Jarrah Way Portland NSW

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* Situated a 5 min drive East of Portland. * Large 4 bedroom home, two with built-ins plus large master bedroom with built-ins and ensuite. * Formal lounge room with a large wood fire & reverse cycle air conditioning. * Quality timber kitchen, electric cooking & dishwasher. * Dining & Lounge room flowing on from the kitchen with a second reverse cycle air conditioning & a beautiful rural outlook. * Modern and clean 3 way bathroom. * Huge double garage with a large entertaining area at the back & electric roller door. * Electric roller shutters to all windows. * Beautiful established gardens. * 5 park like acres, including a dam, established trees & a separate paddock. * Large colour-bond garage with power, concrete slab & electric roller door plus large garden shed. * Town water & large water tank.

The Residential, Rural and Livestock Specialists Servicing the Central West Ph: 02 6355 5125 3 Wolgan Street (PO BOX 37) Portland NSW 2847 Email: sales@bandl.com.au www.bandl.com.au

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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. With the art, lakes, history, fine dining and comfortable accommodation, it’s worth taking your time to explore these two villages. Visit Chris Woolcock at The Village Toymakers to watch him at work or arrange to join one of his classes.

What to see & Do

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 Picnic by Lake Wallace which submerged where Darwin stayed Go sailing or rowing on Lake Wallace where no power boats are allowed Go bird watching at Lake Wallace and around Portland Investigate the Lake Wallace wildlife 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 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 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.

Molong Stop in Charming Molong The historic town of Molong nestled in the hills of the Macquarie Ranges is home to around 2000 people. The progressive village is located on the Molong Creek, centred in a rich farming district that produces wheat, fruit, wine, sheep, wool and cattle. The wide main street is National Trust-classified with many buildings dating back to the early 1800s. Travellers love to stopover to view the historic buildings, meander the wide streets, visit the museums, art gallery, cafes and experience the relaxed lifestyle. Molong offers a variety of accommodation styles, comfortable B&Bs, a renovated motel, a caravan park where you can stay to explore the tempting food and wine of Cabonne Country. Visit the many boutique cellar doors to enjoy award winning wines, some local produce, vineyard views and the natural country side.

What to See & Do Visit the Molong Yarn Market & Coach House - high quality country made crafts See Jayes Gallery – exhibitor of regional artists Molong RSL -displays the exhibition of Molong & District Ex-Servicemen and Women painted by local artist and author, Anne-Marie Ingham Molong Museum displays a wide range of local family history, the Fairbridge Farm exhibition - photos and items reflecting the lives of families Yuranigh’s Grave is a unique landmark located on the Mitchell Highway 2km east of Molong Drive through Cumnock to Yeoval and spot the ‘Animals on Bikes’ paddock sculpture Visit Banjo Paterson Museum in Yeoval Take a picnic in the picturesque countryside Visit Canowindra to see the Age of

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www.bluemountainsimag.com.au Fishes Museum, the famous ‘Bent’ St and tempting shopping, take a balloon flight to view the countryside See Eugowra’s renowned murals and Bushranger Museum Meet in Molong to enjoy the many exciting activities, magnificent views,

sunrise, sunsets, native animals, plants, national parks, lakes, streams, orchards, old stone farm buildings and the mountains, slopes and plains that attract artists, painters, photographers and writers who are charmed by Molong and its diverse landscapes.

Now Selling

'The Drover'

Yarn Market Craft Cottage

An Oustanding story captured in photographs!

All types of crafts Open seven days a week 10.00am - 4.30pm

Ph: 6366 8260

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Also Cobb & Co Coach House houses the beautiful Molong Bi-Centennial Embroidered Screen

79 Bank Street, Molong 2866 Email: bstrong@bigpond.net.au

Home On 4 Acres - $339,000 · Neat & tidy 4 bedroom double brick home · Bull nose front patio and large covered deck area overlooking the acres down to the Molong creek, which forms the back boundary · Excellent water with bore and irrigation licence · Double carport and machinery shed for all the boys toys (convert to stables) · For the investor, rentals like this are in high demand due to the acres, it has good tenants who would love to stay on

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The Drover “THE DROVER” (AL MABIN PHOTOGRAPHY) HAS ARRIVED AT THE YARN MARKET CRAFT COTTAGE MOLONG One of our talented members, Al Mabin has produced this magnificent book after taking hundreds of photographs of the Epic Brinkworth Cattle Drove which commenced in Winton, Queensland and months later arriving at “Uardry” Hay, New South Wales - Tom Brinkworth had to move some 18,000 cattle which were split into nine mobs of 2,000 head – the largest transaction of cattle sold in history to a single purchaser through Elders This was a 2000 km epic journey which started in June 2013, through two states to his 35,000 hectare property, with the first mob arriving in Hay on Christmas Eve and the remaining eight mobs arriving over the next seven weeks These magnificent animals, travelled the Long Paddock which is an authorised thoroughfare for farmers to walk domestic livestock from one location to another – by law, drovers must move their stock 10 km per day Al, a keen photographer, and wanting to ’capture the essence of droving on camera’ rang Bill Little, the “Boss Drover” and asked

if she could come out to the herd and take some photos, he agreed and after bringing lots of supplies with her from town, she was greeted with “looks like you can ride,” as he handed her the horse he was leading, “here saddle this and get on” ……. Al spent a couple of days taking lots of photos and joining in the working days Al says ‘ As I scrolled through the images when I got home and the media coverage increased on the drove in the following days, I started to miss the ass end of the girls and decided to head back to the bush to photograph all nine mobs’ Al went back time and time again to capture the days of these nine mobs on the move ….. The drovers welcomed her as a working photographer and this magnificent book capture’s the days and nights of one of the most intriguing and demanding drives on record

Green in the main street of Molong any day of the week from 10 am to 4.30 pm at a very low cost of $49.99 Details of obtaining prints of any of the photographs are available on the inside back cover CONGRATULATIONS AL, YOU HAVE TRULY CAPTURED THE BRINKWORTH CATTLE DRIVE, AN AUSTRALIAN EVENT, ONE THAT GOES DOWN IN HISTORY, AND ONE THAT WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED, AS A RESULT OF YOUR MAGNIFICENT PHOTOGRAPHY

Mr Brinkworth loved the story of his mobs in photographs, and so became “The Drover” in an outstanding presentation of one hundred and ninety three photographs, mostly full page, in colour and shows both the cattle, the drovers, the horses, the dogs and puppies and the ‘Boss Drover’ You can buy this brilliant book at the Yarn Market Craft Cottage next to the Village

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Molong offers a variety of accommodation styles, comfortable B&Bs, a renovated motel, a caravan park where you can stay to explore the tempting food and wine of Cabonne Country. Visit the many boutique cellar doors to enjoy award winning wines, some local produce, vineyard views and the natural country side.

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Help us Celebrate The Molong Show Society, Molong Historical Society and Meet U In Molong have united with Molong Advancement Group Inc. (MAG) to celebrate 150 years of the Molong Show over the weekends of 13th, 20th and 21st September. MAG aim to include the entire community, especially our youth and disadvantaged people in these celebrations by providing entertaining events that are affordable activities for all ages that will attract past and present residents of Cabonne and surrounding communities to celebrate this momentous milestone.

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Saturday 13th September 2014 Rev up your mates and come to the Central West!!!

Starting celebrations on Saturday 13th, MAG will conduct our Market Day along with Rock Climbing Wall entertainment at the Recreation Ground together with Meet U in Molong Group for their annual Motor Bike Safety ride activities.

Join us in Molong for a family-friendly weekend: 10-3pm – Molong Recreational Ground Bike, car and tractor displays, Show ‘n’ Shine competition, trade stalls, entertainment, rides, village markets, prizes and lots more!

On Saturday evening of 20th September the Show Society are conducting a free Fireworks Display at the Show Ground that is anticipated to draw a crowd ranging from Grandparents to Grandchildren of all ages. MAG are organising a Silent Disco, Rock Climbing Wall, Music and Poetry to complete an evening of entertainment catering for this diverse audience, especially our youth. Silent Discos are a recent innovation where participants listen to the music through headphones. By choice, with the flick of a switch, up to three different types of music can be selected enabling three different musical dance styles at the same place at the same time catering for 300+ community members of all ages without ear shattering noise for observers. We anticipate the unique nature of the Silent Disco will draw a large crowd of observers able to view the event via the three clear sides on the marquee. The Rock Climbing Wall is challenging entertainment that is suitable for children as young as three, teenagers and adults with the ability to cater for up to 70 climbers every hour.

Saturday night – Molong Community Hall Bush Music and supper Enquiries: Scott 63668095 Stacy 0429329937 Sunday 21st September Molong 150th Show Festival

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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.

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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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… VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Orange Visitor Information Centre 8.15am to 5pm Mon to Fri Corner Byng St & Lords Pl Orange NSW Phone: 02 6393 8000 - 1800 069 466 E: council@orange.nsw.gov.au www.visitorange.com.au

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Spring has sprung! New Seasons Vigorella, RTM, Threads & Clarity and plenty of other gorgeous brands. Lots of cotton and lots of colour! Handbags, Jewellery, shoes, and gifts from around the globe Quality children’s lines, plus so much more. We also run Workshops and Events – Ask in store, Call 63655437 or Like us on Facebook to find out more! www.2fatladies.com.au Mitchell Highway, Lucknow 2800 Ph: 6365 5437 30 www.monthlyimag.com.au

Whats on @ 2 Fat Ladies My Colour My Style workshops: Sat 19th July 1-3pm $50 Identify your most flattering colours! Identify your Style! Bookings essential, maximum numbers 8 people. To be run on 3rd Saturday of each month. Personal Bra Fitting with Intimo Lingerie: Sat 19th July free Helen from Intimo Lingerie will be here again with her range & will provide free bra fittings. Scarf & Scone Workshop: Sat 26th July 2 pm $18 Have a fun time with Andrea, exploring many ways to wear your scarf with flair! Get more out of your wardrobe by the addition of a fabulous accessory, and enjoy a cuppa and scones to top it off.

With winter on the countdown now Bissys Café Orange has wonderful plans for the future. With the permaculture café garden under further renovations and some new features being installed, Bissys Café has become a place well worth visiting. Plenty to learn and see and what better way to experience it than by eating the produce grown in the café garden. With special events in the pipeline I recommend you visit Bissys Café website www.bissyscafe.com.au or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ bissys.cafe.and.catering.orange. There’s sure to be evening events to create fun, laughter, new friendships, great food, wine and happy memories. Bringing the country life to you!

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Travel Packing Workshop: Sat 2nd August, 2 pm $12 Discover the tricks of packing light! Can you imagine going overseas with only take on luggage?? This workshop will teach you how you can not only think about this….but achieve it!! SAVE THE DATE: Sat 23rd & Sun 24th August. SPRING LAUNCH @ 2 FAT LADIES FASHION EXTRAVAGANZA!! Fashion Week Comes to Lucknow – Fashion Parades, workshops, makeup demonstrations, giveaways and so much more. Like us on Facebook to receive updates on this and many other things happening at 2 Fat Ladies.

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Café & Lolly Shop lollies f o e g n a r g Amazin all over , K U , A S U from well as s a ld r o w e th vourites, Australian fa hoice! c unbeatable

Take away, views, parking, disabled access, great range of lollies, Fish River Roasters coffee, range of teas, chai lattes, offer homemade cakes, gluten free available, hours 9am-5pm 7 days, breakfast light meals and snacks. Art for sale.

Hearty meals with fresh ingredients for travellers!

Mitchell Highway Lucknow - Phone: 6365 5001

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Café and Function Centre at Turners Vineyard A local cafe, restaurant and function centre only 6km from Orange with fabulous food and friendly staff ! Why not come in and eat from our wonderful menu?

Arrange to meet your friends, enjoy coffee, drinks or a meal while enjoying the panoramic views. Check out our extensive function capability for weddings, reunions, birthdays – any celebration…adjacent to Turners Vineyard and Motel. What a splendid location!

Caravans and coaches welcome - ample parking Themed Functions up to 400 arranged Accomodation available at Turners Motel Hours Wed - Fri: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Sat - Sun: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Breakfast, Lunch or just Coffee! Catering Outdoor Seating

4929 Mitchell Highway Lucknow Phone 0499 150 065 Find us on Facebook!