Blue Mountains Gazette
Tuesday, 30 April 2024
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'The festival is alive': Portland packed with Ironfest promise
Evonne Clough, Joanne Rapphorst and Kennette Waser. Picture by Reidun Berntsen.
Reidun Berntsen • 1hr ago
Advocate for fellow survivors of abuse
Blackheath abuse survivor, Margaret Spivey, wants to help others considering legal action. Picture Jennie Curtin
Jennie Curtin
Katoomba playwright tipped for success
John Shand
Danielle Davy (Esmeralda), Ron Litman (Valentino), Robert Sheire (Joe), and Stacy Whittle (Mary) in The Last Drop. Picture by Jae Yi Photography
'I shed tears': Performing glory days appear gone for The Clarendon
Jennie Curtin
The Clarendon before renovations.
Property
Looking for a quirky reno project? Nissen hut in Hunter Valley could be the one
Jade Lazarevic
16 Deakin Street in Kurri Kurri is listed with a guide of $375,000 to $410,000. Picture supplied
Net zero plan: Have your say
Attendees of the community net zero workshop. Picture supplied
Summit Gear cracks US market
Promotional shot of the new Whippa label equipment. Pictures supplied
Jennie Curtin
Darling Causeway traffic changes
Darling Causeway traffic changes
Screen actor Christian Ravello swaps to behind-the-scenes for upcoming Paris Olympics
Christian Ravello, at the Tokyo Olympics, seeing what it's like to be 'on the ropes' in the boxing ring. Picture supplied
Tom Walker
'Gratitude seat' in Mt Tomah
Mt Tomah and Berambing community members gather at the 'gratitude seat'. Picture supplied
Australia will send $100m in weapons and combat tools to support Ukraine
New assistance comes amid 'unrelenting' Russian attacks.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Defence Minister Richard Marles toured Ukrainian defence sites on Saturday. Picture supplied
Landslip repair work underway at Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook
The landslip at Mitchells Pass, Glenbrook. Picture supplied
'Deeply disturbed by Israel's actions': Mountains for Palestine meets with Labor MP
Mountains for Palestine members outside the Lawson office of Macquarie MP Susan Templeman in March, ahead of their meeting with the Labor MP on April 9. Picture supplied
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
Australia will send $100m in weapons and combat tools to support Ukraine
New assistance comes amid 'unrelenting' Russian attacks.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Defence Minister Richard Marles toured Ukrainian defence sites on Saturday. Picture supplied
Swinburne casual staff underpaid almost $3 million
Rachael Ward • 15m ago
Swinburne University's vice-chancellor has apologised for the "unintentional underpayments". (Melissa Meehan/AAP PHOTOS)

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'The festival is alive': Portland packed with Ironfest promise
Reidun Berntsen • 1hr ago
Evonne Clough, Joanne Rapphorst and Kennette Waser. Picture by Reidun Berntsen.
Advocate for fellow survivors of abuse
Jennie Curtin
Blackheath abuse survivor, Margaret Spivey, wants to help others considering legal action. Picture Jennie Curtin
Katoomba playwright tipped for success
John Shand
Danielle Davy (Esmeralda), Ron Litman (Valentino), Robert Sheire (Joe), and Stacy Whittle (Mary) in The Last Drop. Picture by Jae Yi Photography
'I shed tears': Performing glory days appear gone for The Clarendon
Jennie Curtin
The Clarendon before renovations.
Net zero plan: Have your say
Attendees of the community net zero workshop. Picture supplied

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National
Weapon search laws expanded under $1.2b Qld safety plan
Belinda and Brett Beasley, parents of stabbing victim Jack, have advocated for "Jack's Law". (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Fraser Barton • 17m ago
Convicted child abuser's sentence slashed on appeal
Emily Woods • 23m ago
A man's jail term for raping a 12-year-old girl has been cut because of his intellectual disability. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
PM should apologise for rally 'mistake': Dutton
Dana Daniel • 1hr ago
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, left, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz, Keegan Carroll
Teen stabbed younger sister 'out of the blue': police
Samantha Lock and Luke Costin • 1hr ago
A 17-year-old girl is accused of stabbing her younger sister to death in the family home. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Opinion
Imagine that, a world with impeccable manners
John Hanscombe • 1hr ago
Parks are much quieter in Japan. Picture Shutterstock
Sport
City see off Jets to reach A-League Women decider
Rhianna Pollicina scores for Melbourne City in the A-League Women semi-final against Newcastle. (Will Murray/AAP PHOTOS)
Anna Harrington
City young gun Galic chasing ALW double, Matildas dream
Anna Harrington
Daniela Galic is eyeing off higher honours after an impressive run with City. (Rob Prezioso/AAP PHOTOS)
Bochum leave drop zone with 3-2 win against Hoffenheim
Bochum's Kevin Stoger netted a brace in their crucial 3-2 win over Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga. (AP PHOTO)
'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
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)
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
Depardieu to be tried in October over alleged assaults
Allegations levelled against actor Gerard Depardieu have divided French society. (AP PHOTO)
Katoomba playwright tipped for success
John Shand
Danielle Davy (Esmeralda), Ron Litman (Valentino), Robert Sheire (Joe), and Stacy Whittle (Mary) in The Last Drop. Picture by Jae Yi Photography
Start me up: Rolling Stones open US tour in Texas
Arathy Somasekhar
The Rolling Stones have opened their Hackney Diamonds US tour with a stadium show in Houston, Texas. (AP PHOTO)
Taylor Swift's new album dominates Billboard charts
Sales of Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department reached 2.61 million in the week to April 25. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Britney Spears and father settle legal dispute
The legal dispute between Britney Spears and her father has been settled. (AP PHOTO)
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
'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
PM should apologise for rally 'mistake': Dutton
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton, left, and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz, Keegan Carroll
Dana Daniel • 1hr ago
Opinion
Imagine that, a world with impeccable manners
John Hanscombe • 1hr ago
Parks are much quieter in Japan. Picture Shutterstock
Analysis
Where to next in Australia's battle with Elon Musk and X?
Terry Flew • 2hrs ago
X CEO Elon Musk mocked the eSafety Commissioner as "the Australian Censorship Commissar". (Britta Pedersen/Pool via AP, File)
Updated
Passengers stranded after Bonza grounds flights, considers future
Anna McGuinness
Bonza flights have been suspended on April 30 as the company's viability is assessed. Picture by AAP Image/Supplied by Bonza, Peter Wallace
US pop star Billie Eilish announces Australian tour dates
Anna McGuinness
Billie Eilish has announced Australian dates for her Hit Me Hard And Soft tour in 2025. Picture by William Drumm
Comment
Imagine that, a world with impeccable manners
Opinion
Parks are much quieter in Japan. Picture Shutterstock
John Hanscombe • 1hr ago
Opinion
Liberal democracies will endure, regardless of what Trump does
Crispin Hull
Donald Trump is on trial in a Manhattan court. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Where o where have all the electric vehicles gone?
Jenna Price
Electric vehicles have been around for a while, but legacy brands continue to drag their feet on them. Picture Shutterstock
Explore
Book Now
Feel the magic of Mudgee at these just-launched eco tents
Feel the magic of Mudgee at these just-launched eco tents
Hotel Review
From disrepair to utterly divine: A forsaken hotel shines again
Emily McAuliffe
From disrepair to utterly divine: A forsaken hotel shines again
Travel Insider
Carry-on luggage rules you don't know about: An insider guide
Mark Dapin
Carry-on luggage rules you don't know about: An insider guide
Visit this laidback nook of France as part of a luxury cruise
Visit this laidback nook of France as part of a luxury cruise
Adventure
Found! Australia's most beautiful islands with surprises at every turn
Bonita Grima
An aerial view of Direction Island.
Sydney confidential: The hottest new restaurant and bar openings
Akash Arora
Sydney confidential: The hottest new restaurant and bar openings
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
Car Expert
2025 MG Cyberster: UK pricing points to premium Australian sticker
Car Expert
2025 MG Cyberster: UK pricing points to premium Australian sticker
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
Driver with rare auto-brewery disease acquitted of drink-driving
James Wong
Driver with rare auto-brewery disease acquitted of drink-driving
Car Expert
Chery and Jaecoo unveil three new plug-in hybrid SUVs
Jordan Mulach
Chery and Jaecoo unveil three new plug-in hybrid SUVs
Car Expert
Tesla Cybertruck arrives in Australia
Jordan Mulach
Tesla Cybertruck arrives in Australia
Car Expert
2025 Genesis Electrified G80: Refreshed EV sedan revealed with hot Magma model
William Stopford
2025 Genesis Electrified G80: Refreshed EV sedan revealed with hot Magma model
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
Wollombi sale reveals ongoing strong demand for blue ribbon farms
Wollombi has sold under the hammer for $3.22 million, reflecting the ongoing strong demand for blue ribbon farming operations. Picture supplied
Mark Phelps • 30m ago
Early finish on the cotton pick at Talbragar Park yields 11 bales/ha
Simon Chamberlain • 1hr ago
James Frampton, Talbragar Park, Dunedoo, with some of his irrigated cotton that is yielding 11 bales a hectare.
Cattle market upside tipped for later in the year
2hrs ago
Bank analysts are tipping a lift in cattle prices towards the end of the year. Picture by Karen Bailey.
Life & Style
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement
Advice
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement
Noel Whittaker
Compounding returns: the exponential wealth maker
Ali and Gaby Rosenberg
Should I invest directly, or try a managed fund?
The wedge-shaped weekender making use of an odd block
This corner of the house is quite abstract, giving the appearance of a solid concrete structure where new and existing foliage can cast shadows. Pictures by Brett Boardman