Shelton-Lea B&B
Indulge yourself with a getaway at this romantic and relaxing Bed & Breakfast, idyllically located in the heart of Katoomba, Shelton-Lea is just a sho...
A World Heritage-listed wilderness where ancient rock formations cast their golden glow over vast canyons carpeted in eucalypts.
A natural wonderland where waterfalls plummet into valleys clad with rainforest, and breathtaking views stretch to the hazy blue horizon.
A region where quaint, historic villages nestle amongst trees painted with the colours of the seasons, and creativity is inspired by the bounty of nature.
Experience wonders at Scenic World, where the glasstopped carriages of the Scenic Railway take you on a heartstopping ride into the depths of the Jamison Valley; take a bushwalk along clifftops to spectacular lookouts; and discover unique cultural experiences, from ancient Aboriginal sites to modern street art.
Relax and take a stroll through the World Heritage listed National Park, or perhaps indulge in a slow lunch with a great glass of wine – there are so many choices, you’ll wish you’d stayed longer!
Now is the time to visit and see what makes this place so special.
New South Wales Square and Round Dance Conventions are organised by different groups each year based on an initial bid. State Conventions provide opportunities for dancers to reconnect with friends from other clubs from New South Wales, interstate and overseas. Also, provides the community with an opportunity to view square dancing and participate in 'Come and Try' sessions.
LithGlow 2022 will return to the Blast Furnace Park in May. The Blast Furnace Park will also be transformed into a foodie’s heaven with international food trucks featuring gourmet food and sweet delights. A brilliant light show will illuminate the event, showcasing the spectacular architecture of the Lithgow Blast Furnace and complementing the captivating entertainment.
Coinciding with the 2022 Australian Heritage Festival and the 115th anniversary of the Blast Furnace opening, you will be able to explore Lithgow’s remarkable history of industrial innovation dating back to the late nineteenth century.
Ultra-Trail Australia is an adventure packed four-day trail running event held in the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains National Park, NSW in May.
One of Australia’s most challenging, stunning and prestigious trail running events. Runners can choose to tackle the 100 kilometre, 50 kilometre, 22 kilometre distance, or the most recent addition to the UTA family, the 11 kilometre.
Known as the biggest trail running party in Australia with 7,000+ runners of all abilities making the trek to Katoomba each year to take part in one of the four running events.
Friends and families enjoy the action-packed weekend of trail running activities as much as the runners with the opportunity to learn all about trails, gear, nutrition, training, race strategy and more, whilst immersing themselves in the fun, friendly and welcoming trail running community to form new friendships with runners, coaches and brands.
Ironfest is 'An Arts Festival with a Metal Edge', celebrating working and playing with metal.
An Arts Festival with a Metal Edge, Ironfest celebrates working and playing with metal. Held annually in Lithgow on the closest weekend to Anzac Day, Ironfest brings together artists, designer/makers, blacksmiths, performers of all kinds, musicians, historical re-enactors, machine enthusiasts and hobbyists from all over Australia, and the world.
Ironfest is imagineering with a metal and clothing focus: bringing together designer makers from all around Australia.
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