Discover the Blue Mountains

08/06/2026

👣🏛️ Want to get to know Mount Victoria properly?

Start with a walk through the village with Sue Collins from Mountains Tales, whose stories bring to life the people, buildings and events that shaped the Blue Mountains' most historic settlement.

Then wander into Mount Vic and Me, where owner Kara Cooper has created a treasure trove of vintage finds, fashion, gifts and quirky discoveries.

It's local collaboration at its best, one that helps you uncover the best of our highest Mountains village. ✨

💻 Tour booking: mountainstales.com

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07/06/2026

🌿🧘‍♀️ Need a midweek reset?

Swap emails, errands and endless to-do lists for birdsong, deep breaths and gentle movement in the Blue Mountains.

Yoga with Evelyn at Kurrara Historic Guest House offers the perfect excuse to slow down and carve out a little time for yourself. Whether you're looking to improve flexibility, build strength, ease stress or simply move more, these welcoming classes are designed for all ages and abilities.

No pressure. No pretence. Just a supportive space to reconnect with your body and mind. ✨

And if you're ready to go deeper, keep an eye out for the 3-night Spring Wellness Retreat with Judy Krupp, running October 19–21 - a chance to immerse yourself in yoga, wellbeing and relaxation in the heart of the Mountains. 🌸

🕙 Wednesdays + Saturdays: 10–11.30am
🌙 Mondays: 7–8pm
📍 17 Coomonderry St, Katoomba
📲 Book with Evelyn: 0412 699 744

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06/06/2026

🌄✨ There’s more to Echo Point than the view.

The new Beyond the Views tours invite you to slow down and discover the stories behind the landscape, from ancient geology and native ecosystems to the deep cultural connections that make this place so significant.

Because the best views aren't always what you see. Sometimes they're what you learn. 🌿

📍 Echo Point, Katoomba
🎟️ Bookings through Blue Mountains City Council: https://www.bmcc.nsw.gov.au/whats-on/beyond-views-echo-point-walks-and-talks

📸 David Hill, Deep Hill Media

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05/06/2026

🎨🏙️ The everyday, seen differently.

Acclaimed Australian artist Herman Pekel captures the character, colour and energy of urban life in his latest exhibition of new work at Lost Bear Gallery.

Pictured here is Street Scene, Brunswick (2026), an oil painting that transforms an ordinary streetscape into something vibrant, layered and full of atmosphere.

Known for his bold use of colour and distinctive perspective, Pekel has a remarkable ability to find beauty in the familiar.

📅 Exhibition opens 6 June 2026
🕙 Gallery open daily from 10am
📍 Katoomba

Psst! Look for the giant polar bear on Lurline St. 🐻‍❄️

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04/06/2026

👗✨ Shopping for clothes should be fun.

The kind of shopping where you feel relaxed, receive honest advice and walk out the door with something you'll actually wear.

That's exactly what you'll find at Sista Styling Boutique in Springwood and Blackheath.

With carefully curated collections and personalised styling, the focus is on helping you find pieces that suit your shape, lifestyle and personality. 💕

Fashion should make you feel confident, comfortable and completely yourself.

🎁 Special offer: Mention the Discover the Blue Mountains article on Page 13 of our autumn edition and receive 10% off one garment at the Blackheath store.

📖 Read the magazine online: https://bit.ly/DiscoverBMautumn2026

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03/06/2026

👗✨ Vintage shopping isn't just retail therapy - it's treasure hunting.

The Blue Mountains is home to an extraordinary collection of vintage boutiques, where every rack, shelf and display holds the possibility of discovering something unexpected.

From 1940s dresses and designer labels to quirky jewellery, retro homewares and one-of-a-kind finds, these stores prove that great style never goes out of fashion. ♻️✨

Check out some of these vintage gems:

📍 Mount Victoria
🧥 Vic and Me
🕰️ Store
🎨 and Forged

📍 Katoomba
👗 Postmistress Vintage
✨ Vintage
💎 Friday

📍 Leura
👜 Vintage

📍 Springwood
🌈 Pony and the Gypsy

Vintage shopping is sustainable, full of surprises and a wonderful way to support local small businesses.

📖 Read more on Page 32 of our autumn edition: https://bit.ly/DiscoverBMautumn2026

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02/06/2026

🍂📖 Before we swap golden leaves for fireplaces, frosty mornings and winter adventures, take one last wander through the pages of our autumn edition of Discover the Blue Mountains.

Inside you'll find:
🥾 Bushwalks and outdoor escapes
🍷 Great places to eat, drink and linger
🏡 Cosy places to stay
🎨 Galleries, makers and local stories
🌿 Gardens, wildlife and nature experiences

Whether you're planning a visit or simply daydreaming about one, there's still plenty of inspiration waiting inside.

📖 Read the autumn edition online: https://bit.ly/DiscoverBMautumn2026

Winter is coming... ❄️✨

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31/05/2026

Mondays in the Blue Mountains don’t have to mean takeaway or an empty main street. 🍷✨

When plenty of venues take the night off, Avalon Restaurant keeps the lights glowing in the heart of Katoomba, serving up warm hospitality, cosy corners and dinner from 5.30pm.

Whether you’re easing into the week with a glass of red, settling in for a long dinner with friends or escaping the cold with something comforting from the menu, Avalon is one of those reliable local favourites that makes Monday nights feel a little less ordinary.

Book your table at avalonkatoomba.com.au

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🍽️ Dinner from 5.30pm nightly (except Tuesdays)
📍 18 Katoomba Street, Katoomba
📞 02 4782 5532
🌐 avalonkatoomba.com.au

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Discover Avalon Restaurant & Cocktail Bar in Katoomba, offering hearty global cuisine, live entertainment, high tea, and stunning Blue Mountains views. Book your visit today.

30/05/2026

🎭✨ The countdown to Winter Magic Festival is officially on!! Mark Saturday, June 20, in your calendar because this year's event is going to be gloriously joyful, colourful and delightfully weird.

The official festival program and map have now landed, packed with music, performance, workshops, art, community celebration and all the beautiful chaos that makes Winter Magic such a beloved Blue Mountains tradition. 🌈🔥

Prepare to embrace your positively weird side alongside thousands of fellow revellers in the heart of Katoomba.

📖 Read about it on Page 38 of our autumn edition: https://bit.ly/DiscoverBMautumn2026

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29/05/2026

🍷✨ Comfort food… with a little spice and soul at Gia Cafe & Bistro.

Hearty breakfasts and European-inspired dishes are given a fresh lift through vibrant Sri Lankan flavours and spices.

The menu feels both familiar and exciting - rich curries, warming flavours, beautiful local produce and dishes designed to linger over with good company.

Pair it with a classic cocktail, a good wine or your favourite spirit and settle into the relaxed rhythm of Leura village life. 🍸

🕘 Breakfast + lunch: Thurs–Mon, 9am–2.30pm
🌙 Dinner: Thurs–Sun from 5.30pm
🌐 giacafebistro.com.au

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