Blue Mountains Record

Once-in-a-generation tourism opportunity in the Blue Mountains

Staff Writers - October 14, 2026

Blue Mountains Botanic Garden Mount Tomah is beginning the process to welcome overnight guests for the first time.

LOCAL NEWS

Spot a blue Bogong moth? Help scientists track the migration in...

Troy Dodds - October 6, 2026

Have you spotted a Bogong moth with a blue dot?

Humour and heart in Musical Society’s latest show

Maddie Dantier - September 23, 2026

The Spongebob Musical is coming to the Blue Mountains Theatre.

Troubled mum found not liable for killing her two sons in...

Tom Wark, AAP - September 17, 2026

A woman has been found not criminally responsible for killing her two young boys despite dozens of Google searches relating to taking their lives.

Construction to begin on Singles Ridge Road active transport link

Troy Dodds - September 10, 2026

Construction is set to begin on a new 3.8km off-road pathway along Singles Ridge Road, providing a safer connection for walkers and bike riders between Winmalee and Yellow Rock.

LOCAL SPORT

Council and Club honour Margaret Moore with commemorative plaque at Lennox...

Staff Writers - May 26, 2026

The late Margaret Moore's legacy is being remembered.

Local author tackles unique project to put spotlight on women’s wrestling

Emily Chate - November 27, 2024

One of the most unique books to grace shelves was officially launched over the weekend.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Entertainment Park opens its doors in Penrith
by Keely Marsh on September 29, 2026 at 10:12 pm
Penrith has a new place to play, race and let loose, with Entertainment Park officially opening its doors in Jamisontown.
Australia’s biggest dinosaur experience opens at Scenic World this weekend
by Weekender Newsroom on September 24, 2026 at 6:39 am
Dinosaur Valley is back in the Blue Mountains.
Huge acts confirmed for Carnival of Cups in Penrith
by Troy Dodds on September 23, 2026 at 10:11 pm
Sheppard and Bachelor Girl are coming to Penrith.
10 things to do in Penrith these school holidays
by Keely Marsh on September 23, 2026 at 3:20 am
Dreading the school holidays? Never fear, we've got 10 things to keep the kids entertained in Penrith.

TRAVEL

Africa and The Charm of The Chobe
by Scott McRae on September 30, 2026 at 11:51 pm
The Chobe River lies like a steady ribbon through dry country, and on boarding The Chobe Princess it felt like stepping into a private, well-appointed floating boutique hotel.
The great weekend escape – and not just for the ladies
by Nathan Taylor on September 23, 2026 at 4:43 am
Nathan Taylor has a message to the men of western Sydney - day spas aren't just for the ladies.
A different side of Melbourne at Novotel Melbourne Preston
by Emily Chate on August 26, 2026 at 1:56 am
There is so much more to Melbourne than the CBD, as Emily Chate discovered.
Melanesia and the lure of expedition travel
by Roderick Eime on August 17, 2026 at 10:55 pm
Papua New Guinea, the closest country to Australia, delivers satisfying expedition travel in spades.

Springwood garage sale offers rare chance to see how families rebuild after disaster

Staff Writers - October 7, 2026

Local residents will have the chance to step inside the world of international disaster relief later this month when the Rotary Club of Springwood hosts its Monster Garage Sale.

120-year-old Blue Mountains hotel unveils $1M heritage revival with family focus

Troy Dodds - October 7, 2026

The million-dollar revival of the Alexandra Hotel in Leura is complete.

A closer look at why people consolidate their debts and how it works

Partner Content - October 2, 2026

Managing several debts at once can mean keeping track of different balances, interest rates and repayment dates. It can also make it harder to see what you’re paying altogether.

Which Professionals Can Help You Create The Perfect Workplace?

Partner Content - March 20, 2026

When starting or expanding your business, your choice of workplace makes a huge difference to your operational efficiency, team morale, and even your brand positioning.

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