Blue Mountains Gazette
Friday, 26 April 2024
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Landslip repair work underway at Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook
The landslip at Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook. Picture supplied
1hr ago
Breaking
Search for missing woman narrows in on bushland in Oberon region, dog squad on the scene
Search for missing woman Jessica Zrinski narrows in on bushland. Pictures supplied
William Davis
'I want to be that inspiration': Two sports, two medals, and two dreams for Olivia Harris
Tom Walker
Olivia Harris on the netball court. Picture supplied
No respite: Government refuses to commit to funding paediatric clinics
Carla Mascarenhas
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park. Picture: AAP
Property
See inside: The Block winners Steph and Gian own flipper brings in $800k profit
Melissa Kehagias
The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
Photos
'Examples of service and sacrifice': Anzac Day 2024 in the Blue Mountains
The Springwood Anzac Day march 2024 makes its way up Macquarie Road. Picture by Damien Madigan
The Schwartz empire expands with Leura purchase
The Schwartz empire expands with Leura purchase
'It was so special to have the little ones involved': Springwood aged care residents mark Anzac Day
Children Valentina, Aurora, Leonardo and Atlas take part in the Anzac Day Commemoration Service held at Uniting Springwood aged care home. Picture supplied
Our History
Blue Plaque unveiled to mark a Blue Mountains woman
Inset, the Blue Plaque for Beryl McLaughlin. Main picture, from left, Trish Doyle MP, NSW Heritage Minister Penny Sharpe, Blue Mountains Historical society members Ross Ingram, Robyne Ridge, Fiona Burn and Fiona Cameron on the front porch of Tarella at Wentworth Falls. Pictures supplied
'Working hard to assess the damage': NPWS gives update on track closures
Storm damage at the top crossing at Wentworth Falls. Picture NPWS
St Canice's Primary brothers wear Anzac pride with great-grandfather's medals
Tom Walker
Dean Irwin (Year 6) and Aiden Irwin (Year 3) with their great grandfather's medals. Picture supplied
Springwood Hospital Auxiliary raises more than $30,000 with annual charity golf day
Tom Walker
Winners of the Golf Day. From left; Scott Lister, Michael Cini, Nick Brown and Glenn Pickham. Picture supplied
Paws, claws, and a cause: Karu Distillery launches gin to help cheetahs
Karu Distillery's new gin in their Origins line, Wilding: Jubatus. Picture supplied
Tom Walker
Traffic lights at Springwood roundabouts considered to fix congestion
Tom Walker
Councillor Daniel Myles at the Hawkesbury Road entrance to one of the roundabouts connecting Springwood and Winmalee. Picture by Tom Walker
Anger as centre goes to police training, not housing
Laine Clark and Savannah Meacham • 37m ago
The Australian Federal Police will take over an unused Queensland quarantine facility for training. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Two workers seriously burnt at copper mine
Savannah Meacham • 53m ago
Two contract workers were seriously burned at the Mount Isa Mines copper smelter. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)

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Landslip repair work underway at Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook
1hr ago
The landslip at Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook. Picture supplied
Breaking
Search for missing woman narrows in on bushland in Oberon region, dog squad on the scene
William Davis
Search for missing woman Jessica Zrinski narrows in on bushland. Pictures supplied
'I want to be that inspiration': Two sports, two medals, and two dreams for Olivia Harris
Tom Walker
Olivia Harris on the netball court. Picture supplied
No respite: Government refuses to commit to funding paediatric clinics
Carla Mascarenhas
NSW Health Minister Ryan Park. Picture: AAP
Photos
'Examples of service and sacrifice': Anzac Day 2024 in the Blue Mountains
The Springwood Anzac Day march 2024 makes its way up Macquarie Road. Picture by Damien Madigan

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National
Asbestos-park hit by blue-green algae outbreak
Rozelle Parklands closed after an asbestos scare and an algae bloom has been found in wetlands. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Sam McKeith • 1hr ago
Drones hit the skies in must-win fire ant war
Tracey Ferrier • 1hr ago
The drones are capable of spreading fire ant bait over up to 200 hectares a day. (HANDOUT/NATIONAL FIRE ANT ERADICATION PROGRAM)
Bail for woman accused of murdering cop in hit-and-run
Cheryl Goodenough • 1hr ago
Senior Constable David Masters died after being hit by a suspected stolen car on the Bruce Highway. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)
Updated
'No item of interest found': Police investigating university 'threat'
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Sydney University is one of the top higher education institutions in Australia. Picture: Sydney University
Nine brought to heel over cavoodle custody reports
Miklos Bolza • 1hr ago
Gina Edwards has been awarded $150,000 for Nine reports of a custody dispute over cavoodle Oscar. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
'I want to be that inspiration': Two sports, two medals, and two dreams for Olivia Harris
Olivia Harris on the netball court. Picture supplied
Tom Walker
Teenager Littler silences hostile crowd with PL victory
Jonathan Veal
Luke Littler silenced the boo-brigade on his way to winning the Premier League event in Liverpool. (AP PHOTO)
Sparrows Unity Cup puts spotlight on female footballers
Back row, Micheal Kocoski (coach), Tiera Johnston, Cecilia Vagg, Tara Naumann, Courtney Newdick (captain), Kit Carstairs, Sarah Maniscalco, Tani Hoffman, Aleesha Naumann, Amber Bergmann, Sara Johnston (coach). Front row, Maryanne Bouzianis, Aleria Turner, Paris Laurendet, Aisha Turner, Olivia Walsh, Mika Arnaiz, Ashley McLeod. Picture supplied
Palawa King may give Smith another 715 win
Palawa King one of the favourites for the upcoming Ladbrokes 715. Picture supplied
McManus family adopt Pete at Greyhounds As Pets' Adoption Day
Michael Cowley
From the left Adelaide, Eleanor and Dave McManus with their new family member Pete. Photos Ross Schultz
PropertyView
How a bushland retreat was created in the city
The peaceful retreat with river frontage is much sought after. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
What would changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax do for housing?
Jemimah Clegg
Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax have been proposed in the wake of the housing crisis. Pic: Shutterstock
Property
The Block house sells for a $1 million loss to buyers who never stepped inside
Jemimah Clegg
The sale attracted a huge crowd and more than 200 registered bidders. Pic: Supplied
See inside: The Block winners Steph and Gian own flipper brings in $800k profit
Property
The couple bought the house in 2020 for $1.02 million and after extensive renovations it sold for $1.825 million. Pic: Supplied
Melissa Kehagias
Property
Australia's best investment suburbs for under $600k
Jemimah Clegg
More than half of the 110 suburbs and towns highlighted as strong investment prospects had median house or unit prices of less than $600,000. Pic: Supplied
Property
'Future proofing': single car garage with power sells for $500k for EV use
Melissa Kehagias
The garage comes with a roller door - that rolls up, and rolls down. Not bad for $500,000. Pic: Supplied
What's On
Death by Chocolate blends murder mystery with scathing satire in 1980s setting
Michael Niccol as Alfred Mellox and Joel Baltaks as John Stone. Picture by Penny Johnson
Montgomery Church
Montgomery Church
New York court overturns Weinstein 2020 rape conviction
An appeals court has ordered a new trial for Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction. (AP PHOTO)
Rolling Stones set to play New Orleans jazz festival
Tickets for The Rolling Stones at the New Orleans jazz festival have sold out. (AP PHOTO)
Australian Beach Boys tribute
Tribute show at Blue Mountains Theatre.
Recommended
Livestock is the second highest killer on farms - keep yourself and others safe in the yards
Almurta cattle farmer Peter Miller. Picture supplied
6 reasons why you should consider giving up on being a girl boss
Picture by Shutterstock
Remote working allows for greater activation of regional talent
A survey conducted by GetApp revealed an overwhelming preference for remote work. Picture by Shutterstock
Ultrasafe adsorbs the most chemicals
Ultrasafe filters containing ADXORBR Activated Carbon performed up to 11 times better than other filters tested. Picture supplied
A celestial ballet for the ages
Emma Brown
The polar lights in Norway. Picture Shutterstock
Community
'One of the most remarkable sights in Australia': Insight into library's Tasman Map
The Tasman Map in the entry foyer of the State Library of NSW. Picture supplied
2hrs ago
'It was so special to have the little ones involved': Springwood aged care residents mark Anzac Day
Children Valentina, Aurora, Leonardo and Atlas take part in the Anzac Day Commemoration Service held at Uniting Springwood aged care home. Picture supplied
Springwood East Timor Support Group marks 25 years of trivia fundraisers
A trivia night for the Springwood East Timor Support Group. Picture supplied
Here's how you can commemorate in the Blue Mountains this Anzac Day
The 2023 Springwood Anzac Day march. Picture by Damien Madigan
Compassionate Communities event held in Springwood
Compassionate Communities event held in Springwood
Photos and Video
'No item of interest found': Police investigating university 'threat'
Updated
Sydney University is one of the top higher education institutions in Australia. Picture: Sydney University
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
Out-of-pocket price hike: why C-sections and pacemakers will cost you more
Ben Silvester
Australians could be slugged thousands more for surgeries by their private insurers under federal changes to take effect on July 1.
Ex-teacher accused of sex with schoolgirl
Anna Falkenmire
A former teacher from All Saints' College senior campus in Maitland had his matter mentioned in court for the first time on April 26. File pictures
Opinion
Punishment after the event rarely works
Greg McIntyre
Research shows locking up children does little to reduce crime. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Opinion
Social media's destructive side more visible as its muscle grows
Michelle Grattan
Elon Musk. Picture Shutterstock
Comment
Punishment after the event rarely works
Opinion
Research shows locking up children does little to reduce crime. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Greg McIntyre
Real Australia
Another woman dead, another man charged with murder
Grace Ryan
Molly Ticehurst. Picture is supplied
Opinion
Social media's destructive side more visible as its muscle grows
Michelle Grattan
Elon Musk. Picture Shutterstock
Explore
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Sydney confidential: The hottest new restaurant and bar openings
Sydney confidential: The hottest new restaurant and bar openings
Akash Arora
Adventure
Mystical moments: This is Japan but not as you know it
Laura Waters
Mystical moments: This is Japan but not as you know it
Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
Tim Richards
Want to taste top-notch tapas? This is the Spanish city to visit
The LA neighbourhood where you can live it up like a celebrity
Luxury
The LA neighbourhood where you can live it up like a celebrity
Bronwen Gora
These airlines have just been ranked as the best for Australians
These airlines have just been ranked as the best for Australians
A side serve of sass at Seattle's Pike Place Market
Carrie Hutchinson
A side serve of sass at Seattle's Pike Place Market
Cruising
Hassle-free travel: The incredible places you can visit as part of a cruise
Hassle-free travel: The incredible places you can visit as part of a cruise
Cruising
One of the world's most incredible ships has just arrived in Australia
Jim Kellar
One of the world's most incredible ships has just arrived in Australia
Car Expert
2024 Tesla Model 3 gets another price cut in Australia
Car Expert
2024 Tesla Model 3 gets another price cut in Australia
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
2024 Tesla Model Y price cut again in Australia
Scott Collie
Car Expert
Range Rover Electric: First look at first-ever EV
Scott Collie
Range Rover Electric: First look at first-ever EV
Car Expert
Hyundai Venue deals: Drive-away discounts available in April
Josh Nevett
Hyundai Venue deals: Drive-away discounts available in April
Car Expert
Mercedes-AMG GT coupe packs 600kW plug-in hybrid V8
Jordan Mulach
Mercedes-AMG GT coupe packs 600kW plug-in hybrid V8
The Senior
Meet the US quiz master sending shockwaves through The Chase Australia
Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Enduring Powers of Attorney review aims to reduce financial elder abuse
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
New swing suits veterans golfer Rita to a tee
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Tattykeel Angus "ecstatic" as online sale exceeds expectations
The top-priced female, Tattykeel Blackbird T51, sold for $16,000. Picture supplied.
Rebecca Nadge • 15m ago
Murray Grey youth shine at annual stock show in Albury
Helen Decosta • 1hr ago
Murray grey youth grand champion parader, Nikki Vaughan, Eugowra, Michelle Fairall, Micanker Livestock, Harden & Maddie Brockhoff, executive officer, Murray Grey Beef Cattle Society. Photo by Shelly B Photography.
LLS board appointments and review's $1.4m savings
Samantha Townsend • 2hrs ago
Allison Mudford - Hunter local board chair, Rachel Nicoll - Central Tablelands local board member and Derek Schoen- Murray local board chair.
Life & Style
Tips on how to handle your scaly friends to keep them happy and healthy
Advice
Bearded dragons Picture by Mylene
Rspca
Changing your home menu with the seasons
Karen Hardy
Angela Clutton's new book offers some handy lessons on adjusting with the seasons. Pictures supplied
Whip up some Anzac biscuits - do you like them chewy or crunchy?
Karen Hardy
Is there an easier treat to whip than an Anzac biscuit. Picture Shutterstock