Indholdsfortegnelse for August - September 2022 i Blue Mountains Life

Offerings of land near Katoomba's escarpment are extremely rare, but a history-making development is now in full swing at the site of the former Katoomba Golf Course. The old golf course is now a 57-acres parkland. Just beyond the parkland is the World Heritage listed Narrow Neck Plateau, a jewel of the Blue Mountains National Park. Construction is set to begin on the homes, with work expected to be finished by July 2023. Called Signature Terraces, the unique development is set to generate significant interest. The quality design, small number of homes, stunning views, large outdoor spaces and close proximity to the national park and the villages of Katoomba and Leura offer a hardto-beat combination. All eight homes feature three levels each, but all come fitted with their own private…

SPOTLIGHT get your taste buds ready! Hawkesbury City Council is launching a brand new event in the heart of Richmond at Richmond Park on Saturday, 15 October 2022 called Savour the Flavour Hawkesbury. The new food and beverage event will celebrate the Hawkesbury's past and present as the original ‘food bowl’ of Sydney. Visitors and locals alike will have the chance to sample and purchase delicious food, produce and beverages from local farmers and businesses. There will also be live cooking demonstrations from Kurrajong Kitchen, Copperstone Restaurant and Karu Distillery, as well as live entertainment. The Hawkesbury Regional Gallery will also be hosting Leonardo De Vino art workshops. Sip on a glass of wine, cider or gin while you are led by an artist in painting a masterpiece Tickets for…

FEATURE after two years of cancellations, we are delighted that the Leura Gardens Festival will be returning in 2022. The 56th Festival will be held for four days over the October long weekend from Saturday, 1st to Tuesday, 4th. We plan to make the 2022 Festival a wonderful celebration for all garden lovers and look forward to welcoming everyone back to the upper Blue Mountains. On display will be a feast of new growth, masses of flowers, gorgeous bulbs and an amazing variety of cool-climate plants including azaleas, rhododendrons and peonies as well as magnificent deciduous trees which will just be coming into their full flowering glory. There will be two magnificent gardens new to the Festival, Avila and Karoola. Avila is a wonderful example of what can be achieved…

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 locally sourced fresh ingredients, like meat from the local butcher next door! From delicious juicy burgers to crisp salty Frickles or scrumptious homemade sweets, you're sure to find something on the menu to tickle your tastebuds and leave you feeling satisfied. Why not indulge in one of the Famous Flowerpot Scones? On the menu since the first cafe opened here way back in the early 80s! Wayzgoose also love little visitors and welcomes kids of all ages - from a dedicated kids menu to a little library and chalkboards…

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 and contemporary architecture, this 4.5 star hotel welcomes guests who appreciate unique style, luxurious comfort and sophistication. Formerly the historic "Yallungah” homestead (c.1896), the building has recently undergone extensive restorations. "The vision for the restorations was always to bring life into the building that would intrigue the guests”, without doubt that vision has certainly been achieved. As you explore the building, you quickly appreciate the Hotel's commitment to its historical past and you can't help but marvel at how the architects and designers have cleverly interlaced the old with the new modernly designed and…

FEATURE after spending months looking for a cottage in the Blue Mountains, Lulu and Adam not only found the house they wanted but also stumbled across the vacant shop in Wentworth Falls, which has now become their second store. They had always loved travelling to the area for short holidays and struggled to find a lot of the foods they enjoyed in Sydney. Feeling they would not be the only ones in the Mountains who felt the same way about food options, this led them to expanding their business the Lemontree Grocer, from the coast in North Bondi to the beautiful mountains village of Wentworth Falls. The Lemontree Grocer stocks almost 9000 product lines and you will be spoiled for choice with variety, freshness and quality. Lulu and Adam strive…

by 2030, the global anti-aging market is expected to be worth approximately $130 billion. The anti-aging treatments are designed to help reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. If you are thinking about investing in an antiaging procedure, you are definitely not alone. There are many ways to look younger and feel confident about your appearance, whether you do it for yourself or a special event. Botox injections are a popular anti-aging procedure. They are used to smooth out wrinkles and fine lines on the face. Botox works by temporarily paralysing the muscles in the injected area. This paralysis reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. These injections are most commonly used on the forehead, around the eyes, and on the sides of the mouth. They…

most modern dog training relies on punishing dogs for undesired behaviours, but this often does more harm than good, causing dogs to become anxious and stressed. Plus, in-person dog training can be costly and inconvenient. However, one company has realised burden placed on owners and come up with an internet based solution. Heinz Dog Training provide online dog training videos to help owners. Their new video on demand website offers online dog videos guiding you to house train your dog, obey commands, enhance their protection abilities, and much more! With the right resources, you can solve these and many more dog training problems. Their methods use proven dog obedience training tricks to help you train your dog the right way. Their methods use proven dog obedience training tricks to help…

FASHION Finally we are on the way to warmer weather….which means colour colour colour. Spring Summer 2022 collections are arriving in store, with bright colours, classic looks, 70's vibes…think wedges and sandals for summer. Fabulous Vassalli clothing from NZ will brighten your days in patterned florals, sturdy stripes and the perfect comfortable fit. Something for that special occasion or just for comfort. The new season Spanish Hispanitas are gorgeous this year. Pumping with colour and textures you will be very excited when you see these. Perfect to wear casually as well as classy styles to wear out on the town. Also arriving are Valia linens. These are exclusively designed and made in Melbourne, Australia. The Spring Summer collection is once again fabulous. If you have been looking longingly at some…

TECHNOLOGY earfun might not be the best-known brand on the market but for those that are into their sound equipment, the company produces some of the best bang for your bucks items on the market. The latest example is the Earfun Free Pro 2, a truly wireless earphone item that will fit most casual users' needs. The earphones are priced at $129.95 but they come with a whole host of features that are found in more expensive competitors. Most notable is the active noise cancelling feature which is often reserved for more high-end earphones. Design wise it features a small charging case that is very sturdy. The new Free Pro 2 model lasts for 6 hours per charge and has extra 24 hours in the case. For most that will…

NATIONAL ORGANIC WEEK National Organic Week Australia is on from the 12-18 September. It's a week of locally-held activities designed to increase awareness of the benefits of organic products and farming production systems and accelerate the uptake of these in the wider Australian community and environment. See website of ways to get involved www.organicweek.net.au/core/ TREE PLANTING Blue Mountains City Council will plant nearly 400 trees in the lower Blue Mountains to combat urban heat. Council is planting hundreds of trees across three locations in the lower Blue Mountains to combat increased temperatures associated with the loss of tree canopy cover. Over the coming months, Council will plant 272 trees at Blaxland, 61 at Glenbrook and 51 at Winmalee. The locations selected for canopy renewal are those identified by heat mapping…

FEATURE leura Village Fair returns for its 40th celebration of spring this October under the drifting blossoms of its famous cherry trees that were funded by the first Fair in 1981. After a two-year hiatus, market stalls will once again line historic Leura Mall. There'll be old faces and new with over a hundred stall holders offering a treasure trove of art, handicrafts, fair trade goods, vintage wares, herbal health and beauty, fashion, jewellery, gadgets and gizmos, toys, dog couture, cool-climate plants, preserves and fresh produce. Leura Fair is the time and place for early Christmas shopping without the panic. This year the family fun for kids, parents and grandparents is being stepped up with face-painting, cupcake bake-off, and petunia plant-out. There'll be prizes for the finest spring finery so…

from what began as a weekly market stall to a small shop in the Orange Arcade and now a prime corner location on Summer Street, Chaos and Karma is celebrating 3 years in the business. Mother and Daughter team Helen and Jordan are living their retail dream. Think Homewares, Art, Clothing, Candles, Gifts, there is plenty of inspiration here for everyone. They have recently expanded the shop into the space next door enabling them to stock more clothing, boots and shoes, leather bags as well as a "Guy stuff” section with giftware, wallets, bags, leather wet packs and man candles etc, for the men in your life. Everywhere you look in store you will find the most gorgeous items. Stocking an amazing range of children's products including gorgeous Handcrafted toys…

thinking of sweet things to say to your boyfriend can be difficult, especially if you are not accustomed to saying Sweet things or perhaps a little shy or embarrassed. Your boyfriend may also feel likewise so there are a few things you might want to take into account before diving in had first! Among all the nice things to say to your boyfriend those famous three little words usually say it all. I love you may be a nice thing to say to your man but why do you love him? What's so special about him that you love? What has he done for you that no-one else can or why do you adore spending all of your time with him? A good friend once told me that a compliment…

SOUTH AMERICA Starting October, LATAM Airlines will increase its services between Sydney and Santiago, from five to six weekly flights and daily services from December, all operating on a Boeing 787-9 aircraft. Flights operate via Auckland and from Santiago, you can connect to more than 120 destinations in Latin America. www.latamairlines.com/au/en VIETNAM A land of staggering natural beauty and cultural complexities, Vietnam is a must see destination. Vietnamese are focused on rocketing into the future and for travellers, Vietnam's traditional charms have not yet been eclipsed. G Adventures has more than 40 tours travelling in Vietnam across its 18-to-Thirtysomethings, Active, Classic, Family and National Geographic Journeys with G Adventures travel styles, as well as its new program of ‘Roamies’ trips developed in partnership with Hostelworld. For more information or to…

ST. EVAL St. Eval is delighted to unveil its new Love, Hope & Freedom candle collection. The designs embody the fun and nature-connected essence of St. Eval and are symbolic of the important charity and social messages in their themes. www.st-eval.com POP MASTER The Pop Art collection is a unique range of cushions that unites strong colours, striking emblems and a touch of glitter. Echoing the 50s and 60s art movement from which it takes its name, the collection utilises traditional sewing methods to create homewares that are anything but. www.janconstantine.com DREAM DESKS The focal point of any home office space is a stylish desk that can keep up with all the day-to-day needs. ideal for smaller spaces, the curvaceous design of the Mimi Capsule Console oozes elegance with its…

DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side by side in Metropolis. However, Krypto must master his own powers for a rescue mission when Superman is kidnapped. THE INVITATION A young woman is courted and swept off her feet, only to realize a gothic conspiracy is afoot. SEE HOW THEY RUN A desperate Hollywood film producer sets out to turn a popular play into a film. When members of the production are murdered, world-weary Inspector Stoppard and rookie Constable Stalker find themselves amid a puzzling whodunit. BARBIE Is Hollywood desperate for a story? Well, check out the live-action film based on the popular ‘Barbie’ franchise. WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING A woman who raised herself in the marshes…

PEOPLE with cost-of-living expenses front of mind for many, it's good to know that planting a beautiful native garden is light on the wallet. For around the same price as a bag of carrots, locals can choose from over 130 native species at The Hawkesbury Community Nursery. According to the staff at the nursery, recent heavy rains have created ideal conditions to begin a new garden. For those thinking about adding colour, shade or privacy to their yards, now is an ideal time to drop into the nursery and discuss individual needs. From $1.10 to just $2.40 per tube stock, residents can choose from plants native to the Hawkesbury area, ranging from trees, shrubs and groundcovers to grasses, sedges (a grass-like plant with triangular stems), and climbers. The plants continue…

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 one on one styling consultations to help you choose the outfits that you love and make you feel good AND look good. Achieving health and fitness can make you feel good and look good, but knowing how to express that by dressing to suit your body shape, personality, and sense of self can be a challenge for many people. As a styling coach Jen aims to help people to achieve personal health and confidence and is a passionate believer that people can feel good and look good, no matter…

FEATURE there are 32 Lopi products available with countless design options available to suit the décor of any home. The options and features are seemingly endless and overwhelming to many. Some people believe that ‘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 Range' features GreenSmart® 2 technology which includes a Smart Thermostat mode that can modulate…

FEATURE 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 leading Australian and international wines. Hounslow is proud to be a part of the local dining experience showcasing seasonal menus, specialty coffee and fine wines. Drop in or book a table by visiting our website. 5/25 Govetts Leap Rd, Blackheath, NSW Email: Bookings@hounslow.net.au www.hounslow.net.au PH: 1300 002 785…

the Bootlegger Smokehouse and Bar will take you on a distinctive low & slow journey, taking inspiration from Southern BBQ and Cajan cuisines to create a mouth-watering experience to be shared. While slow cooking and smoking meats remain at our core, we believe we have something for everyone. Aside from our kidlets menu, we are especially proud of our speciality gluten-free breads, and deserts, and provide as much flexibility as we can to accommodate all dietary needs. We love our liquors almost as much as our meats, alongside a vibrant cocktail list, we keep the bar stocked with various spirits, new and old world wines, and of course, the taps are always loaded with local and classic beers. We won't kick you out early either, when we're open, we're open…

we all know Rome wasn't built in a day - as it turns out it was built on it's famous pizza! "Pizza in pala Romana” the artisan Roman style has arrived in the mighty Blue Mountains centrally located right on Leura Mall. Don't let the unusual square format throw you. This slick Italian model is light and highly digestible with extra crunch. Channelling the slow food movement philosophy; the Pizzaiolo takes his time. Lovingly, he selects premium imported flour, pre ferments the dough overnight before kneading and plunging his hands through it to create tiny air pockets that hide the magic. Topped with quality ingredients the pizza hits the impressive state of the art Marana oven deck, whereupon the blistering heat finishes it off in a couple of minutes flat.…

tinnitus is a condition where a person will hear sound when there is no external sound present. In some cases, it can cause depression, anxiety, and a loss of the ability to concentrate. The internal sound that a person experiencing Tinnitus hears can be continuous or intermittent, in one or both ears, and either a low-or high-pitch squeal. Still thought of as a ringing in the ears by many, a person with Tinnitus may hear a multitude of sounds. These sounds are clicking, hissing, roaring, whistling, chirping, screeching, static, buzzing, pulsing, whooshing, or musical. The volume of the sound can vary and is often most noticeable at night or when it is quiet. A certain amount of hearing loss often accompanies Tinnitus. There are three ways to describe a patient's…

NUMBER OF ROOMS 587 CONFERENCE ROOMS 28 meeting rooms WEDDINGS Yes. Grand Ballroom seating for 1,200 people GYM Complimentary 24 hours access at Fitness First NEARBY ATTRACTIONS State Theatre, QVB, Pitt Street Mall BOOKINGS 02 0266 2000 or www.hiltonsydney.com.au the ingredients to turn a hotel from good to great vary. Some believe it's the location while others its amenities. Yet having travelled to hundreds of hotels all over the world I can honestly say that neither of these two factors are anywhere near as important as the people that run it. I was reminded of this during my stay at the Hilton Sydney which has been an institution for many travellers and locals. The five-star hotel is located in the heart of the city and often houses international dignitaries and…

For more than six decades, ara Shoes has been developing versatile footwear of the highest quality - always remaining true to their philosophy that every shoe should be as unique as its wearer. The brand stands for the unusual combination of comfort and modern designs. With ara, you will find shoes that are simultaneously attractive and comfortable to wear. Ara are shoe makers, but it is new ideas and thinking that make their shoes. By blending traditional skills of craftsmanship with innovative technologies they deliver a new sensation, the secret to the ara feeling. Every single function has been developed with relaxed feet in mind. Because our feet have to put up with a lot every day, and if they don't feel good, this can have an impact on our…

SUBARU FORESTER Customers can now place their order for the 2023 model-year Subaru Forester, with first deliveries anticipated to commence from the fourth quarter of 2022. A beloved classic for generations, the Forester range features All-Wheel Drive and the award-winning EyeSight Driver Assist system as standard across the range. Revolutionary facial recognition technology monitors the driver's attention, Reverse Automatic Braking detects trouble you don't see coming, and EyeSight Driver Assist acts as a second set of eyes on the road. Hybrid models use a 110kW/196Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and a 12.3kW electric motor, plus all-wheel drive. All models will be available for order at Subaru Penrith. Ph: 02 4704 9971. PEUGEOT 308 Peugeot is expanding its model range with the addition of the 308. With the hatch and wagon…