By Ellen HillIn July 1942, Connie married Roy and enjoyed an eight-day honeymoon at the Carrington Hotel in Katoomba. “I was 28 years old, and just after we arrived, I was told there was a call for me in Booth Number 2,” Connie says. “It was my mother. She wanted to know if I’d arrived safely, and was I alright? What did she expect?!!”

By Julie MillerWalking into Mount Vic and Me - a gift shop and studio occupying an historic Victorian building at the top of Mount Victoria - is like entering a kaleidoscopic Willy Wonka world of colourful kitsch, exotic animals and political mayhem.

By Julie MillerAs landowners in Megalong Valley strive to create a wildlife corridor from the Megalong to the Kanimbla Valley, so Megalong Valley Farm is creating a new low-impact concept that will enable them to share their vast property with others, all the while raising funds for conservation efforts.

By Ellen HillSilky smooth frozen sweetness, the shade of a wide umbrella on a sunny day, and a gentle breeze rustling the famous cherry blossom trees of Leura Mall.

Photo: David HillBy Ellen Hill

Whether you want to stroll beneath the ancient rainforest canopy, discover a herd of dinosaurs, or climb on top of the Scenic Skyway to enjoy the sunset, there’s something for everyone this Summer at Scenic world.Whether you want to stroll beneath the ancient rainforest canopy, discover a herd of dinosaurs, or climb on top of the Scenic Skyway to enjoy the sunset, there’s something for everyone this Summer at Scenic world.