Blue Mountains Life

As we celebrate 20 years as a City within a World Heritage Area, the Blue Mountains Cultural Centre has launched critical mass: the art of planetary health to lead a conversation about the emerging science of Planetary Health. Blue Mountains City Cou

Lorraine and her husband Rob loved living in their own home in Penrith – but eventually it was time to consider retirement options. Living in a retirement village can offer many benefits, including a having a strong sense of community, low maintenanc

Council will have to rebuild the bridge in Red Gum Park at Bullaburra after it was damaged earlier this year and closed until further notice. In 2019, Council assessed the bridge and undertook remedial work on components of the bridge to extend its l

WITH ALMOST 20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE LISTING AND SELLING A DIVERSE RANGE OF PROPERTIES IN THE BLUE MOUNTAINS REGION, CATRIONA SWAN IS ABLY QUALIFIED TO CHAT ABOUT ALL MATTERS REAL ESTATE WITH US. Q You have always been a very community minded real es

Hiding away in a cosy Blue Mountains attic is an international, bestselling and multi-award-winning Australian author. It’s Gabriel Farago, the man behind the Jack Rogan mysteries and a collection of medical thrillers. Upon meeting Gabriel, you quic

Flowers have long been integral to our hearts and homes. We turn to them for life’s events, home decorating and to uplift our work space. They help us connect with each other and even fill in when there are no words. Our world is definitely a happier

when Richie Benson was seven or eight, he pulled out some weeds alongside the Hawkesbury River. Now that young boy has grown up and returned with an army of volunteers. Blue Mountains Life caught up with our wildlife warrior to find out how the small

You should feel lucky if you have a garden, especially right now, when we all have to spend a lot more time at our properties thanks to the lockdown. The thing about our gardens is that they can add so much to our lives, all year round (though, of co

Freedom begins two and a half hours outside the CBD where backyards are measured in hectares not metres and there’s room for as many car spaces as the heart desires. Located on just over nine hectares outside the quaint village of Oberon is an exampl

European is one word that describes this country home. Tranquil, luxurious and spacious are just a few others. Nestled on 53 acres just a five-minute drive from the Orange CBD is a property known as ‘La Cascina’ that appeals on a great many levels. A

With many now opting to work from home the desire to live closer to Sydney has dissipated. Long traffic lines, crowded suburbs and a lack of amenities has seen an explosion of property buyers searching elsewhere. One such suburb is Little Hartley, wh

Founded on the banks of the Macquarie River, this vibrant regional centre in the Central Tablelands of NSW has something for everyone. Bathurst is rich with history and gold rush heritage is the spiritual home of motorsports in Australia, and has abu

Our family-owned business with unique colourful gifts and homewares. Our desire is to bring you innovative pieces for your home with a creative effect that brings a smile to your face. Sarah and Yvette in Keppel St, Bathurst provide warm and friendly

Riverside Nursery is a local, family-owned business passionate about all things gardening. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just a beginner, Riverside Nursery can cater to all of your gardening needs. The nursery is thoughtfully and lovingly

Building a new cider shed; fires, floods, opening the new cider shed and Covid – was the 4 month summary for Hillbilly Cider co-owners Shane and Tessa McLaughlin by March 2020. “It was only when the lockdown happened in March – that we got the time t

Historic Windsor was the third-oldest colonial settlement in Australia and it still retains that old school charm. With beautifully preserved architecture of the era, it abounds with heritage walks, river cruises and other glimpses into the past, mak

Food grown and produced in and around the Hawkesbury region is some of the finest in the country. Richmond Good Food Market is a place for local farmers and quality food producers to showcase their wares and interact with the community. Support local

The Australian BBQ is a huge tradition in our culture; we love them. We look forward to our weekend breaks and the great Aussie barbie is such an important part of our leisure time. We invite friends and family to our homes or we go to theirs and sha

WHAT ARE MICROINVERTERS? In a typical solar system, panels are strung together and the energy they produce is fed into a single inverter. This inverter converts the energy into useable energy that can be used throughout your home. The main limitatio

As tea-loving twin sisters and busy mums (who happen to share a passion for all things Australian), we understand the importance of an uncomplicated cuppa. So, not surprisingly, that’s the inspiration behind our unique flavours that are carefully han

Eating simply and seasonally is at the core of Julia Busuttil Nishimura’s recipes. Whether it’s a cooling coffee granita to start a summer’s day or the comfort of a hearty baked maccheroni in darkest winter, this is the kind of food you will want to

Mountain High Pies are again stocking the trophy cabinet, after winning this years’ Australia’s Best Pie and Pastie Competition for their Gluten-Free Lamb Shiraz pie. It is the first time the Wentworth Falls team have entered this competition, after

We offer food that is fresh, local and ethically sourced. Our chefs handpick only the best local produce to create a diverse and inspirational menu for our guests to experience a taste of Orange. The Orange region has a long history of producing grea

If you are trying to grow as a person, you need to learn as much as you can and then apply it to your life. You can improve your persona by learning all that you can to grow, as you can. Read literature that is focused on personal development. These

With a positive outlook and a little research on your part, you can become prepared to create and embark upon your own personal development plan, tailored just for your needs. Put your core principles into practice. Everyone has basic principles by w

As a mourner, you will likely be confronted by many questions and just don’t know the proper etiquette for handling certain difficult situations. One of the reasons why people are so uncomfortable at a Memorial Ceremony or wake is because they are no

Weddings are a complex affair. At one moment, you can be in total control, while the next could be a total disaster. The wedding ceremony is not all there is to a wedding. For those who have married before, will know what this is all about. A wedding

Surrounded by towering sandstone escarpments and offering some of the region’s most outstanding scenery, Dryridge Estate is a fabulous boutique vineyard nestled deep in the Megalong Valley, Blue Mountains. The vineyard offers beautiful accommodation

Since 1984 we have worked to make every one of our shoes unique. Each new season presents a challenge which we tackle with all our experience and know-how. We take the greatest care over every artisan process that is the hallmark of our products and

SACKit makes unique, functional and highly durable furniture that lasts a lifetime. With a wide range of fabrics, colours, and styles to choose from. View their indoor and outdoor seating, Danish leather seating, wireless audio headphones, ottomans a

BMW has introduced the all-new BMW 4 Series Coupé. A range of engine variants will be available which includes two four-cylinder engines for the 420i and 430i, delivering 135kW/300Nm and 190kW/400Nm respectively, and a six-cylinder unit for the M440i

Charming and ambitious art critic, James Figueras (Claes Bang) is contacted by wealthy art dealer Joseph Cassidy (Mick Jagger) to steal a painting from the legendary reclusive artist, Jerome Debney (Donald Sutherland). What if you saved a souvenir fr

Tim Freedman will bring one of his rare solo tours to seven NSW venues in November to launch The Whitlams’ new single “Ballad of Bertie Kidd”, a six-minute crime caper that describes a little known escapade in the long career of one of Australia’s mo

When walking around Treeview Estates, it quickly becomes apparent that residents have meaningful connections with each other. People call out greetings from their patio, chat with their neighbours from next door, check on who’s attending this week’s