Blue Mountains Record

Major closure of Great Western Highway

Troy Dodds - March 11, 2026

Further defects identified on the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass have resulted in a full closure of the road.

LOCAL NEWS

Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic opens in Blue Mountains

Staff Writers - March 2, 2026

People living with endometriosis, pelvic pain, perimenopause and menopause across the Blue Mountains can now access specialised care.

SAFE TO BE Laneway Art Party to unveil new community murals...

Troy Dodds - February 26, 2026

Two new public murals will be revealed in Katoomba in March.

Planetary Health Wellness Weekend brings community together in Katoomba

Staff Writers - February 4, 2026

The Planetary Health Initiative is inviting the community to take part in a weekend of wellbeing, creativity and connection at the Planetary Health Wellness Weekend, to be held at the Blue Mountains Planetary Health Centre in Katoomba on Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1.

Community shapes final designs for four Blue Mountains neighbourhood parks

Staff Writers - January 29, 2026

Council has released the final designs for four more neighbourhood park upgrades, marking the final phase of community consultation before construction begins.

LOCAL SPORT

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.

Off to Paris: Local rowers make Olympic team

Nathan Taylor - July 2, 2024

Three athletes from Penrith, two from the Blue Mountains and one from Mulgoa are off to Paris later this month as part of the Australian Olympic Rowing Team.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Tribute show is full of hits
by Ally Hall on March 10, 2026 at 10:11 pm
This ANZAC Day, tribute band House Too Crowded will bring the hits of Crowded House and Split Enz to life at Panthers Penrith.
Penrith takes centre stage at Biennale
by Ally Hall on March 10, 2026 at 9:48 pm
Penrith is stepping onto the international contemporary art map with its involvement in the 25th Biennale of Sydney.
Still rocking: X Mentals to shake the stage at Panthers
by Ally Hall on March 3, 2026 at 11:34 pm
A huge line-up is building for the Rock the Backyard Music Festival in Penrith.
Canine Sports Spectacular returns to Orchard Hills
by Ally Hall on March 3, 2026 at 4:53 am
Dogs NSW is holding its second annual Canine Sports Spectacular in Orchard Hills this weekend.

TRAVEL

Sydney staycation with a difference in Potts Point
by Nathan Taylor on March 4, 2026 at 3:49 am
Nathan Taylor levels up the culture with a city trip to savour.
Intriguing Istanbul: A quick guide for first-time visitors
by Roderick Eime on February 1, 2026 at 9:42 pm
From domes and bazaars to ferries across the Bosporus, here’s how to navigate Istanbul’s essential sights, neighbourhoods and transport without losing your way.
Going solo on Contiki? Your questions answered
by Emily Chate on January 20, 2026 at 2:51 am
Emily Chate travels solo to Ireland and Scotland - and thinks you should too.
This could be the best Sydney hotel I’ve ever stayed at
by Ally Hall on January 14, 2026 at 4:08 am
Ally Hall has an experience to savour at Sofitel Darling Harbour.