December - January 2023

Blue Mountains Life

Country Living in regional Australia

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PUBLISHER Andrew Papadatos andrew@bluemountainslife.com.au Ph: (02) 9052 4937 Mob: 0413 051 652 EDITOR IN CHIEF Vanessa Mace vanessa@bluemountainslife.com.au EDITORIAL CONSULTANTS Diana Smith, Greg Bloom editorial@bluemountainslife.com.au GRAPHIC DES
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Account Manager Katrina has over 20 years experience working in the media industry. She is passionate about her role at Blue Mountains Life Magazine and working closely with her clients to grow their business within the local community and beyond. On
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Bathurst Vacation
no matter what time of year Bathurst is an ideal destination. This summer, there is simply no better place to be whether you're looking for anything from high-octane international motorsports to an exhibition of the most acclaimed Australian portrait
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News
Residents of the Blue Mountains celebrated International Day of People with Disability (IDPWD). IDPWD, held on Dec 3, is a global United Nations event that celebrates the achievements and contributions of people with disability, and how this enriches
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POOLWERX EMU PLAINS Is Ready To Serve
the “new” owners are old hands. Tim and Bev Oldfield have 16 years of experience operating their current Poolwerx business. They're excited to be able to expand west, bringing friendly, knowledgeable service to the Greater West and Blue Mountains. In
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Earth Care
As part of the Blue Mountains Planetary Health Initiative, young people are having a say in what they'd like to learn and both Blue Mountains Council staff and community mentors are stepping up to meet their needs. This year, young people in a grant
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The Heat Is On
hawkesbury Heating is a family owned and operated company based in Sydney's stunning Hawkesbury region and now with stores in Penrith Homemaker Centre and Marsden Park. With over 35 years of experience and a fireplace and BBQ showroom which is one of
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HEATING Up For SUMMER
WHO IS PENRITH LIFESTYLE & GAS SHOP? The team at Penrith Gas and Lifestyle shop are Sydney's leading supplier of gas appliances including brands such as Jetmaster, Escea, Rinnai, Napoleon and Beefeater. They provide great advice and service out in th
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Art Events
The Art Gallery of New South Wales landmark exhibition Archie 100: A Century of the Archibald Prize was one of 2021's most highly anticipated exhibitions. Showcasing 100 years of work the tour will now arrive at the Bathurst Regional Art Gallery from
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Leading Lady
becoming a professional actor wasn't something Chanella Maori remotely considered when she was a student at Winmalee and later St Mary's High Schools. Even at Uni, she struggled immensely in the course. All this came as a great surprise to Blue Mount
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New Hope
although it's rarely spoken about, the loss of a nipple is one of the saddest challenges for breast cancer survivors. When Bathurst resident Cecilia was diagnosed with breast cancer, she faced a very distressing time, not knowing what was ahead of he
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Orange
Summer has arrived in the Orange region signalling the start of fruit picking season in the region. Wander orchards chubby with cherries, berries and stone fruits; begging to be picked in time for the holiday season! Long and languid afternoons give
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Regional HEROES
BML's Diana Smith spoke to Team Ukraine's Phiiipa Waters and Dnipro's Alex and Vika Volodina at the newly renovated Molong Convent about the local support for Ukrainians. BML What is Team Ukraine? PW Team Ukraine is a big group of fabulous community
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Leura Charm
located just east of Katoomba on the edge of the Blue Mountains National Park, Leura is arguably one of the prettiest villages in the Blue Mountains. Lined with character-filled heritage homes, glorious cool climate gardens and a National Trust-class
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ZOE CLARE Leura Village
meet Jen Whitehouse. Qualified Fitness and Styling coach who has opened her retail boutique Zoe Clare in the beautiful Leura Village. Zoe Clare is named after Jen's gorgeous daughter. The boutique is so much more than just another shop. Jen offers on
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Your FASHIONABLE COMPANION for SUMMER
relentless German engineering and sophisticated European styling combine to produce ara's legendary fit and function. ara designs each shoe to cushion the foot's complex anatomical structure. Special features, such as a range of widths and flexible m
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Life Is Short. Eat The Burger!
located in the picturesque Blue Mountains, in the historic town of Leura, The Wayzgoose Diner is your go-to stop for delicious comfort food, good coffee and a welcoming atmosphere. The team make all their food from scratch in the kitchen, with locall
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Galbally
galbally, named after the town of the same name in Ireland, is one of the most significant late Federation houses still in existence in Orange today. The 25-room mansion, set on almost an acre of park-style land, is located a stone's throw from the C
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Unique Accommodation Experience
the Byng Street Boutique Hotel is a unique accommodation experience located in the heart of Orange's heritage precinct, the perfect location to enjoy everything Orange has to offer. A beautiful juxtaposition of the significant historical homestead an
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Holiday Destinations
looking for a quick trip to get away with the family, then these top four spots will have your covered. Katoomba is the heart of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains and an easy place to find your freedom. Not only is this charming town the gatew
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Your TASTE of FRANCE in DOWNTOWN GLENBROOK
Con's Deli and Patisserie is a family run business focused on bringing together family and friends to share delicious food. We believe that the essence of food is family and friends, so each product is selected to delight the tastebuds and connect ou
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Gifts Galore And So Much More
after 8 fabulous years….. Mary and Tex has changed hands. What better hands to take on the challenge, than Kristen (or ‘Tink’ as she may be better known) and her partner John-Paul who have been a pivotal part of Mary and Tex for many years. Mary and
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Dry, Distinct & Handcrafted GIN
parrot Distilling Co, founded by Ben Cochrane, aims to bring you an unparalleled gin experience. The Master Distiller, a fictional character who changes as frequently as the botanicals in the bottles, honed his talents and earned his title the old-fa
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WINING and DINING
locals in Richmond searching for a relaxing place to eat and drink need look no further than Barrels & Ashes. The unpretentious pub is perfect for a family get together or when meeting up with friends for a chat and a few drinks. The owner, Joe Kovac
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Premium Houseplants for the BLUE MOUNTAINS & BEYOND
we at Bring The Jungle do exactly that, Bring You The Jungle! We provide the best quality hand picked houseplants the Blue Mountains has to offer. We also have everything you need to take care of them from plant food through to pots and planters to m
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No.1 Sublime Pt The Restaurant
be it a platform for the perfect proposal, or an introduction to the Australian environment in its most delicious form, No.1 Sublime Pt, is housed beautifully overlooking the picturesque Jamison Valley, offering modern Australian cuisine with an emph
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Wilde Ivy
S hop in-store for unique gifts including Koh tealight candle holders and gift packs, also Minikin lanterns, Salus gift packs and candles, Ivy and Wood Australian made Soy candles, We the wild plant care essentials and plenty more. Steel Burgon & Bal
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Something for Everyone
mother and Daughter team Helen and Jordan are living their retail dream, celebrating over three years of Chaos and Karma. Think Homewares, Art, Clothing, Shoes, Candles, Gifts, original artworks and handmade earrings. There is plenty of inspiration h
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Shop Local
more and more people are opting to spend their dollars locally in a bid to support their community. It is a well known fact that locally owned businesses create communities that are more affluent and generally better-off across a wide range of metric
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QUALITY, FRESH PRODUCE and GOURMET GOODIES
it has been 9 already months since the Lemon Tree Grocer opened it's doors in Wentworth Falls, and has already made such an impact on locals and visitors to the village. With over 9000 product lines you will be spoiled for choice with variety, freshn
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Hounslow
whether you are looking for a place to enjoy a meal with friends, have a lazy brunch or unwind after a bushwalk, we look forward to sharing with you our passion for local and seasonal ingredients, house-made pastries and bespoke cocktails, and leadin
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Rustico Pizza E Bar
rustico is the place that gives you the full authentic Italian experience from arrival to eating to wine. Since falling in love with working in the kitchens in Naples and Tuscany from a young age, Juri Cagnano has developed a passion for cooking auth
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Cream Of The Crop
S pringwood might be the second largest town in the Blue Mountains, but it is the number one place to be when it comes to fine dining. In part, you can thank Arrana which presents a degustation menu with a focus on indigenous ingredients. Head chef,
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Provincial
beachy, relaxed, and oh-so stylish, the Cronulla Armchair makes a perfect occasional chair in your living room or bedroom. With a washed oak frame and f upholstered in gorgeous natural linen, the Cronulla will soon become your favourite. Penrith Home
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EVE and REVER
the small business journey for Katie and Damo started back 9 years ago, when they purchased the family business ‘ EVE’. Fast forward and they now own and operate 2 brick and mortar stores in Lithgow: ‘EVE’ and ‘Rever Collective’. Eve focusing on Mens
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NEPEAN BLINDS and DOORS
blazing summer days to dustings of snow, the mountains weather climate is unpredictable to say the least. Weather-proofing your home is key to surviving the seasons and unlike your weekly bread and milk purchase, shopping for internal window furnishi
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40 YEARS and COUNTING
hobbs Group offer a wide variety of inspirational images of completed kitchen projects that range from feature walls and benchtops to fully furnished kitchen renovations. They have the expertise and skill to make your kitchen dream into a reality. Ma
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Cheers!
Orange slices Bitters 25ml Smokehead Cola Reduction Ice Slice orange peel and place it into your glass. Add the drops of bitter and pound the peel to release the flavours. Pour in the Smokehead and Cola reduction and top with ice. To add the finishin
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Christmas Feast
Good Food The good people at The Fast 800 Programme have offered up a range of healthy Christmas meals. Nutritionist/Recipe Developer, Gabrielle Newman has whipped up a couple of festive favourites, all with a nourishing spin. Check out their website
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Christmas Treats
Featuring festive recipes for cookies, truffles, festive bark, cupcakes, chocolate logs, stollen, frozen desserts, brioches, drinks and more, the book is packed with treats for beginners and baking experts alike. Author: Guillaume Marinette. Publishe
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Perfect Match?
allowing yourself to see conditional love for what it is, is much harder than you think. When you are wrapped up in a toxic relationship, your judgement becomes clouded by this ‘perfect’ relationship, and you are led to believe this person you love,
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Fingers Crossed
let's be honest, a beautiful set of, long, natural healthy nails looks classy and sexy. Immaculately manicured long nails say a lot about your style and confidence. We know growing long, healthy nails can be a challenge. Blue Mountains Life has a few
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Eat Up
healthy fruits and vegetables are essential to children's growth. Parents must teach their children about different fruits and vegetables so that they can learn to love these foods from an early age. Kids can be a bit fussy regarding healthy eating h
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Cool Cat
Cat lovers know what wonderful companions felines make, but that doesn't come without its drawbacks. For starters, bored cats tend to scratch, causing damage to your furniture and carpet. Instead of spending thousands of dollars replacing big-ticket
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Bucket List
Energetic cities give way to wild deserts and soaring peaks on this 15-day Premium adventure through Morocco. Explore the blue-washed streets of Chefchaouen, Meknes's animated medina, the historical Old Town of Fes and the lively Djemaa el-Fna square
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Colour Your Summer Wardrobe From Head To Toe
It is warming up and the party season is almost upon us. Miss Mary Mac has beautiful Summer collections from Sydney based brand Namastai and Naturals by O & J is a lovely linen label. Tucked away in Sydney's Northern Beaches, Namastai are a familyown
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Four Years Ago We Bought A Shoe Shop!
Can you believe it has been 4 years already! Riding the waves of challenge from Fires to Floods and Bushfires… then Covid lockdowns. Jen and Em want to thank their loyal customers and the local community for their support across the past 4 years, and
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A Step Ahead Of The Competition
Founded in the Black Forest region of Southern Germany in 1874, the Rieker shoes selection includes a huge variety of footwear for men and women. From sturdy boots and diamante-detailed sandals, to formal loafers and trendy Mary Janes; the Rieker ran
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What's New
With Carnival inspired stripes and striking splattered glazes, this coffee, tea and serveware range creates the perfect platform for presenting irresistible treats to family and friends. Choose from 4 bright colours - mix and match them, or choose on
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Link Buds
ask any runner or gym junky how many pairs of earbuds they have gone through and the answer could easily end up as a double-digit. So, when we find a pair that is light, comfortable and features excellent sound then the team at Blue Mountains Life is
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BMW X1
P eople love their SUVs. High riding, comfortable cruisers and plenty of space for the family. BMW is also no stranger to this market with the brands X1 consistently selling like hotcakes. To remain on top BMW has launched the latest third generation
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On Stage
For over a decade the award-winning Listies have toured the world doing shows for literally gazillions of kidults (that's kids and their adults). Now it's your turn to experience an insane mixtape of silly songs, stupid sketches and crazy clowning! M
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Great Reads
By Quentin Tarantino The long-awaited first work of nonfiction from the author of the number one New York Times bestselling Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: a deliriously entertaining, wickedly intelligent cinema book as unique and creative as anything
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Film Preview
The legendary Clades are a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest and most crucial mission. Just in time for the holiday, this film is based on a children's book about a crocodile that lives in New York City. Jake Sully
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Dyarubbin
A strong turnout arrived for the opening of Hawkesbury Regional Gallery Dyarubbin exhibition. This ground-breaking exhibition takes its name from the ancient waterway Dyarubbin or the Hawkesbury River. The exhibition includes artworks, soundscapes, i
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High Tea
Award winners and guests gathered at the High Tea celebration of the 2022 Central West Mummy Awards. Hosted last month by owner/director Amorette Zielinski it was MC'd by Jessica Hickman and featured guest speaker Erin Molan.
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Puzzles
Rearrange the letters in each row to form a word. Write your answers into the blank grid. The first letter from each word, reading down, will spell the mystery keyword. This is like a jigsaw puzzle. All the blocks fit together to make nine five-lette
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Crossword
Answers from OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2022 1. Track event 4. Flowering shrubs 8. Summit 11. Half-diameters 13. Singer,… Minogue 15. Ground wheat 17. Craze 18. Corpulent 20. Pull by rope 21. Walkway between pews 24. Fully satisfies 27. Gullible mug 28. Pongs

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