Blue Mountains Australia

The designs have been shaped by extensive community consultation undertaken across two phases of engagement, with local residents, families and park users helping guide the future of their neighbourhood parks. Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill said the final designs reflect the priorities most consistently identified by the community throughout the consultation process. “Community consultation has been central to the development of these designs,” Cr Greenhill said.

The celebrations form part of Open Doors, Open Books, Open Minds, a coordinated statewide Library Open Day being held on Thursday 30 July during Library and Information Week. The initiative brings together public libraries across NSW to showcase their services, spaces, collections and positive impact on their communities. Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill encouraged residents of all ages to visit their local library and join the celebration.

Perched dramatically above the Megalong Valley, the iconic Hydro Majestic is far more than a grand hotel. It is a living archive of the Blue Mountains, a place where every corridor, artefact and view tells part of the remarkable story that shaped the region. Joining one of Danny's guided history tours is like stepping through a doorway into another era.

Join us at the theatre for a virtuosic musical journey through Romani and Balkan traditions, weaving personal heartfelt Romani stories, fiery instrumentation, and immersive projections into an evening of raw energy, resilience, and cultural pride. Performed by Lolo Lovina, a Sydney-based band who inspire audiences worldwide - from Cuba to Serbia, France to the Pacific Islands - to celebrate connection, culture, and community through their virtuosic, high-energy performances.

The Community Assistance Program recognises the important contribution community organisations make to the quality of life, wellbeing and connectedness of local residents. Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill said the grants were a practical way for Council to support the people and organisations who help make the Blue Mountains such a strong and caring community.

The upgrade will transform the existing thoroughfare into a vibrant new town square and community gathering space. The works will include new paving and accessibility improvements, upgraded lighting and seating, landscaping, improved signage and wayfinding, and the installation of public art. Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill said the project represents a significant investment in the future of Blaxland.

The unveiling was attended by members of the Field family, friends and veterans and Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill. The plaque honours Private Field’s service in the Australian Army and recognises the sacrifices he made during Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War. Born in Blacktown and raised in the Blue Mountains, Ronald Field served with distinction in the 1st Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (1RAR).

Extended periods of wet weather and the onset of winter have meant some scheduled resealing works in the upper mountains have been postponed. Road resealing relies on dry conditions and suitable temperatures so the bitumen and stone bond properly. Completing these works in poor conditions can reduce the life of the repair and lead to additional maintenance sooner than expected.

The funding package brings together two complementary NSW Government programs: $1 million through the Safer Cities: Her Way 2 Program to improve the feeling of safety, accessibility and amenity along key pedestrian routes and $258,500 through the NSW Government’s Permit/Plug/Play Program, led by Transport for NSW, to streamline processes and support improvements to public spaces, making it easier to deliver street-based events and community activations.

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