Indholdsfortegnelse for June - July 2018 i Blue Mountains Life

Landsculpt offers a diverse range of products & services that encompasses both residential & commercial spaces. From design to construction and maintenance, we are a client-oriented business whose first thought on any project is ‘what do you need?’ We aim to create beautiful garden designs that are purpose driven - we believe in a life best lived in the great outdoors. INTRODUCING SHANNON ATKINS. Our team is led by Shannon Atkins, a talented landscaper with extensive experience and a vast skillset, ideally suited to delivering high quality workmanship. He has a deep understanding of the balance between function & form, dedicated to creating outdoor spaces that become a stunning part of your family’s lifestyle or workplace environment. ESTABLISHING GARDENS THAT ARE BUILT TO LAST. We want you to enjoy your…

Come for a journey into the Wild as Bathurst celebrates all that is creative, vibrant and unique to the region during the annual Winter Festival. Staged over two weeks, 7 – 22 July, historic buildings will come alive through static and interactive illuminations, breathing life into old buildings every night from sundown. Wander through the Enchanted Forest then rug up in the Winter Playground with the McDonald’s Bathurst Ice Rink and giant Ferris Wheel. Tickets start from $5 and the Winter Playground is open every day of the festival from 9am – 9pm. Ignite the Night will kick off the festival on Saturday 7 July with regional food and drinks, mulled wine, ice skating performers and local entertainment from midday – 9pm. Brew & Bite will take centre stage on…

With 70 blissful acres adjoining the national park, this property rejects the madness of busy modern living. It was Alice herself who summed things up perfectly in Lewis Carroll’s famous book when she said: “but I don’t want to go among mad people.” Beautiful Mount Wilson is the kind of place that people wishing to escape the madness of the modern world long for. One local property really embraces this sentiment with its own enchanting Alice in Wonderland style gardens by acclaimed landscaper Paul Sorenson. Although Alice got more than she bargained for when she chased a white rabbit down a hole, it’s easy to draw comparisons between Carroll’s magical world and the feeling of escape you get at this very special mountain retreat. With 70 blissful acres adjoining the…

There are 30 Lopi products available with countless design options to suit the décor of any home. The options and features are seemingly endless and overwhelming to many. Some people believe a fireplace is a fireplace no matter what design but that is not the case, so how do you choose between them? LOPI GAS FIREPLACES Lopi gas fireplaces are ‘natural draft direct vent gas fireplaces’ meaning they naturally draw their oxygen supply from outside of the home and expel all the bi-product back outside again. This process means that the air quality in the home remains the same whilst not being reliant on fans to assist in the process. The Lopi ‘Premium Linear Range’ features GreenSmart 2 technology which includes a Smart Thermostat mode that can modulate the flames…

Springwood Gas has the solution to keep you and your family warm and cosy this winter. Living in the Blue Mountains during the winter is something that needs to be experienced before you can recommend heating and hot water solutions. As long term local residents Di and Liz are well aware of the conditions faced by our community during the harsh winter climates. Springwood Gas has the solution to keep you and your family warm and cosy this winter. Whether you want ducted or portable heating or you prefer curling up in front of a relaxing fireplace Di and Liz have got the goods. When the temperature drops, nothing appeals more than a cosy fire. Our range of gas fires offers everything you love about an open fire, but without…

Looking to improve your home, then the family run business at ATS Awnings & Additions are your answer. With a combined experience of 35 years, they are able to cater for most home improvement needs. They work closely with clients to find the best design option that will not only fit your budget but also add value to a property. Their designs are built with the harsh Australian climate in mind, so they only use high-quality materials that come with up to 25 years manufacturer’s guarantee. They specialise in awnings, outdoor awnings, carports, pergolas, decks, gables, glass rooms, enclosures and patios construction services throughout Sydney. Control the Weather with Opening Roofs ATS Awnings supplies and installs tailor-made opening roofs. Whether you’re renovating your alfresco, patio or backyard, an opening roof…

You’ve moved on from being a gym newbie to meeting all of your fitness goals. As you move into your new lifestyle, you need to up your supplements. Navigating the vitamin aisle at your local fitness store can be an adventure unto itself. Not to mention everybody and their brother has tons of advice. Two-thirds of elite athletes take one or more supplements. You’d like to take a few but don’t know which ones work best. If you’re uncertain where to start, don’t worry. We’ve got three essential vitamins for athletes that you can’t do without. But first, let’s talk about what you should look for when purchasing supplements. Like we mentioned before, roaming the aisles at your local vitamin store can be daunting. With all the bottles and boxes,…

BELLING Hot on the heels of the stunning success of the Belling Black Series of in-built ovens, comes a new addition. The Belling Black 60cm Pyrolytic oven with 9 functions. Featuring two pyrolytic self-cleaning cycles, (eco and standard), eliminates the need for harsh chemicals, so you spend more time cooking than cleaning. KITCHEN TAPS Abode designers are forever keeping their eyes cast on fashion and colour trends ensuring that their ranges of products are always ‘on trend’ and are ‘of today’. The contemporary styled Althia single lever kitchen tap comes in Matt Black, Urban Copper, Graphite, Rose Gold, Brushed Nickel and Chrome. www.abode.eu SIAN ZENG Our new Mountains collection connects Chinese painting and European illustration styles to create a spectacular landscape of misty mountains and time-honoured Chinese houses, home…

Volvo has revealed that it is working with Google to embed the voice-controlled Google Assistant, Google Play Store, Google Maps and other Google services into its next-generation infotainment system. Volvo Cars’ intended partnership with Google will further enhance the way Volvo customers engage with and interact with their cars. Apps and services developed by Google and Volvo Cars are embedded in the car, plus thousands of additional apps are available through the Google Play Store that is optimised and adapted for Android-based car infotainment systems. The next generation of Volvo’s infotainment system (know as Sensus) will run on Android, new apps and software updates will be available in real-time and can be automatically applied. This allows future Volvo cars to react to customer needs and offer drivers up-to-date information and…

BLUE MOUNTAINS COMM BANK The Council is calling for the Commonwealth Bank to change its decision to close the Blaxland Branch. The Commonwealth Bank announced the decision to close the Blaxland Branch in late April citing declining patronage as the reason. The closure is slated for 25 May 2018. The Council resolved at its meeting last week to write to the Commonwealth Bank expressing its concern at the closure of the Blaxland Branch, scheduled. KNAPSACK OVAL Blue Mountains City Council has completed a $460,000 make-over of Knapsack Park which now offers an improved the playing surface on the popular sports ground in time for the busy winter sports season. Over 400 players from the Blue Mountains Football Club attended a ‘Welcome Back to Knapsack’ event on Saturday after the fields…

A bathroom is a room that is used regularly and for that reason a well presented bathroom can immediately lift the value of a property. Not all bathroom renovations have to be costly. As with any good renovation, research is vital to achieving a successful outcome. Before you begin, consider who is going to use it? The functionality of of a family bathroom can be quite different to an ensuite. Choose a colour scheme that ties in with the rest of the house and creates a natural flow from one section of the home to another. Using a cohesive palette creates a seamless fresh look, and neutral colour schemes are always safe if you’re planning to sell. A fresh coat of white paint can immediately lift the appeal of a…

Borrodell Vineyard at Orange will be celebrating Black Truffle season again. Black Perigord truffles have been growing under oak trees at Borrodell for over 20 years. These exotic fungi growing under ground have matured and will be ready for the 2018 season, at the end of June and continuing throughout July. Borrodell plays host to the Central Wests’ premier truffle hunting social event, the Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner. Now in its 12th year, guests don their gumboots and finest formal attire to participate in dusk truffle hunting with specially trained truffle dogs, and then retreat into the warm and cosy wine cellar. They enjoy a five-course truffle feast matched with Borrodell wines and live music. There is even a prize for the best gumboots! The event…

Inside Outside believe that quality wood or gas heating will not only add warmth, but value and style to your home all year round. Their heating brands comprise of the latest technology to enhance burn time and reduce emissions. With heating styles ranging from classic to contemporary, you’ll be sure to find the perfect fire and focal point for your home. Australian brands include Coonara, Arrow and Heat Charm. Inside Outside also carry international brands such as Lopi, Jøtul, Invicta and Kent. Doubling as an interior design business Inside Outside are able to source the perfect heating option for your home that will be sure to add the designer touch that incorporates both heating and home styling. Inside Outside Showroom is located at 15a Lambert Street, Bathurst. Phone 02 6331…

Iaving a “glass half full” approach to life has long been considered important for overall wellness. But evidence suggests that there may be truth in this folk wisdom. Humana recently surveyed 2,000 people aged 60 and over, and found that 87 percent of seniors who identify themselves as “most optimistic” reported their health as good to excellent. This is compared to 44 percent for those who said they’re “least optimistic.” Also, the most optimistic people reported nine fewer physically unhealthy and seven fewer mentally unhealthy days per month than their least optimistic counterparts. Seniors who rated themselves as most optimistic also reported positively on other attributes linked to health, including sleep, confidence and overall happiness. The study found 91 percent of the most optimistic respondents reported feeling confident in the…

JAZZ NIGHT The recent Highland Jazz Night held at The Scots School, Bathurst showcased outstanding music and dancing from their Musical Ensembles, Pipes and Drums, Highland Dancers and individual performances from a range of students. The Aikman Hall was full to capacity which is an excellent indicator of the quality of the night over recent years. The audience enjoyed a cabaret style evening, being highly entertained by the talented students of The Scots School. This really is one of the absolute highlights on the school calendar. FUTURE FINDERS The Young Entrepreneur Business Skills Day kicked-off at Lithgow Tafe with over 20 local young people in attendance. The FRANK Team, a leading training organisation based in Sydney, worked with young people from Lithgow to cover a number of entrepreneurship concepts, including,…

MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE – FALLOUT Ethan Hunt and his IMF team, along with some familiar allies, race against time after a mission gone wrong. KODACHROME Matt, a struggling executive, finds his world turned upside down when his estranged father’s nurse shows up unexpectedly in his office. Matt’s father, a famed bad-boy photojournalist, is facing terminal cancer and his dying wish is for Matt to join him on a road trip from New York to Kansas. THE LEISURE SEEKER Travelling in their family Leisure Seeker vintage recreational vehicle, John and Ella Spencer take one last road trip from Boston to the Hemingway House in the Florida Keys before his Alzheimer’s and her cancer can catch up with them. I FEEL PRETTY A woman who struggles with feelings of insecurity and inadequacy on…

SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL The funniest comedians from this year’s Sydney Comedy Festival are hitting the road and bringing an all-star comedy showcase right to your doorstep! Expertly curated and lovingly presented the showcase will feature some of the hottest acts of this year’s Festival all live on stage for an incredible 2 hours of hard hitting laughter. Venue: Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre Date: June 8 Contact: (02) 6333 6161 GODSPELL All Saints College, Bathurst is proud to present this musical in 2018 at the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre. Based on the Gospel according to St Matthew, it deals with the last days of Jesus and includes dramatised versions of several well-known parables. And yet it is something more - a religious experience, a demonstration of joy, and a celebration of…

THE POPPY PROJECT If you can knit, felt or crochet, you are invited to help make 2000 poppies for an installation to commemorate the WWI Armistice Day Centenary in November. The Poppy Project, which began as a small personal tribute by two Australian women, has become an international phenomenon, showing respect for, and remembrance of those who have served in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations, their families and their communities. To get you started, Hawkesbury Central Library will host craft days on the second Friday of the month from April to November (13 April, 11 May, 8 June, 13 July, 10 August, 14 September, 12 October and 9 November) AQUATIC WEED One of NSW’s highest priority aquatic weeds have been found in the Blue Mountains for the first time.…

Yes, they are doing it again – ArtyBra & Tie 2018 is well underway. The event is a fundraising initiative of Cancer Wellness Support (CWS), a locally based organisation established to provide support for residents in the Blue Mountains and Penrith Valley communities who have been diagnosed with cancer. CWS relies on funds from its Op-Shops, fundraising, bequests and donations. CWS receives no regular government funding. In 2016 they launched Arty Tie, with some great artistic responses. Entrants are asked to let their imagination run wild, to paint, sculpt, stitch, construct or embellish an ArtyBra or Tie and donate it to Cancer Wellness Support. All items will be auctioned at a gala event in September at The Carrington Hotel, Katoomba. Lend your support to CWS and join artists who have…

It’s a look that screams old world elegance. It’s one of the hottest architectural styles in Australia right now and one that’s ideally suited to a country lifestyle. Originally inspired by the homes of the rich and famous in Americas’ long island district, the Hamptons style is one of the most sought-after looks in the housing market. Indoors the style is defined by a neutral colour palette, high ceilings, light and spacious living areas and lots of detail in cabinetry, such as shaker style kitchens. On the outside, the look is captured by wood style exterior cladding and two storey design. In Grose Vale, surrounded by sweeping country views and world-class horse facilities, the look is right at home. It’s a look that screams old world elegance, a big footprint…

Norman J. Penhall Funerals: There are many advantages to preplanning one’s funeral. It’s a simple procedure that doesn’t take much time but ensures peace of mind, and relieves the individual’s loved ones of a decision-making process at a stressful time. Norman J. Penhall Funerals is one of the Central West’s longest establish business in this field and they allow the individual to make specific choices for his or her own funeral service based on personal preferences. “It’s all about providing a service to meet the needs of clients,” says Norman. He has been involved in the funeral business since 1962. “We care for families not because it is our business but because it is what our business is all about,” he says. “These day clients are very specific about what…

At Sittanos, we are passionate about food and about you. We are a family restaurant that strives for excellence in serving you and creating amazing, delicious food that you will love to come back for. Experience our in-house or al fresco dining with fully licensed bar. Our extensive menu offers a mouth watering range of starters, mains, pastas, pizzas, the freshest seafood and succulent steaks. Join us for a quick bite, intimate evening or large group celebration with friends. We don’t forget the children with a yummy kids menu and activities to keep them happy and you relaxed. Open seven days a week till late, Sittano's Bar and Restaurant is the best destination in Penrith for great service, sensational food and affordable prices you’ll be sure to come back for.…

At Bathurst Mowerland and Heating we completely understand that when you are building, renovating, or even just upgrading your heating for your home, you only want the best and that’s what we have available. Going away from trends of only selling Chinese products, we are proud to have the best the world has to offer. From local Australian made heaters, to Canada’s best - wood and gas heaters that are built to quality and built to perform. Tha Canadian made Pacific Energy heaters are not only the best in quality, but they are designed to work in the harshest conditions, like the worst of winters we experience here and they are designed to be efficient (burn much less wood) and burn all night long. Adding an ESSE cooker to your…

They offer a Limited Lifetime Warranty. The Mower and Heating Center, Penrith specialise in Regency Fireplaces. Some of the toughest and best built fireplaces, they are designed to warm houses in the Blue Mountains. Included in their range are the Narrabri, Cardinia, Hume and the Gosford. Regency use only the finest materials in their manufacturing facilities; taking pride in building a reliable, quality product. Their state of the art facility spans over 240,000 square feet and is constantly being upgraded with the latest tools of the trade. Their commitment to quality is practiced at every step of the process, including a final inspection before anything is approved for shipment. So confident is Regency in the quality workmanship, the finest materials, and durable heavy-duty construction invested in each and every product,…

The good people at Lithgow Plumbing & Heating can provide locals with a complete heating and hot water solution. From supplying a quote to installing the latest product they are one of the few retailers who also have wood heating and gas fitting expertise. This allows customers to spend their heating dollars wisely because you will be installing the correct product to suit your home environment, your health, your budget, your lifestyle and your family. Locally owned and operated by David and Vicki Hartley, with Lithgow Plumbing & Heating, you deal with the business owner at all levels from the moment you make a phone call or visit the showroom, through until the appliance is installed in your home. Being a family run business, Lithgow Plumbing & Heating care about…

Macquarie Medi Spa Bathurst was named the ‘Best Beauty Salon in the world’ at the recent World Luxury Spa Awards held in Vietnam, with the Orange Medi Spa crowned ‘Best Emerging Spa for Oceania’ in 2017. Macquarie Medi Spa is the Central West NSW region's premiere luxury beauty destination. This multinational and global award winning business has been operating in Bathurst for over 17 years with Director Karla McDiarmid at the helm. To cap off the wins, Medi Spa Director, Karla was also named the 2016 Australian Beauty Industries – ‘Business Owner of the Year’ in 2017 as well as the ‘Oceania Spa Manager of the Year’ for two consecutive years at the World Luxury Spa Awards which showcase the very best spas & beauty clinics from all over the…

FORD FIESTA ST Local enthusiasts will be able to buy the new-generation Ford Fiesta ST in 2019. The Fiesta ST is powered by a 147kW three-cylinder turbocharged engine matched exclusively to a six-speed manual transmission. The existing Fiesta ST is the winner of numerous motoring awards both around the world and right here in Australia, where it claimed the MOTOR Bang For Your Bucks trophy two years in a row. In fact, with 22 awards globally in its debut year, the existing Fiesta ST had earned more honours than any small performance vehicle from Ford ever. SUBARU FORESTER The fifth generation of Subaru’s best-selling model, Forester Sports Utility Vehicle, has been unveiled at New York International Auto Show. Every Forester will be powered by the newly-enhanced direct-injection 2.5-litre horizontally opposed,…

F.O.O.D. The shires of Orange, Cabonne and Blayney are known as ‘The Food Basket’ of NSW. This year F.O.O.D. Week (Food Of Orange District) showed by its the region best local food producer with its an annual event. It showcased the producers, their products, the local chefs and restaurants, and other enterprises that provide the region with its great reputation for fine food and wine. SPRINGWOOD SPORTS CLUB The joy on the faces of the kids at Springwood Public School and Lawson Public School was priceless, as the Club donated $12,000 worth of new books both schools. It is part of their Library Regeneration Program which to helps replenish school libraries. Their partnership with Dymocks Children’s Charities, helped them ensure they gave age appropriate books to each of these local…