Damien Madigan

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Meet the Aussie teenager who ran 1000km for Australians facing blood cancer

3 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Damien Madigan

Otto Timmins with his Leukaemia Foundation fundraiser run tally board on May 29 2025 ahead of his final few runs. Picture Damien MadiganFor a self-described "gym rat" who hates running, 19-year-old Otto Timmins set himself an unlikely challenge in 2025. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Lithgow and Blue Mountains to see new intercity train rollout in late 2025

4 days ago | lithgowmercury.com.au | Damien Madigan

A new Mariyung train is tested on the Blue Mountains line at Springwood on May 21, 2025. Picture Damien MadiganLithgow and Blue Mountains commuters will have to wait until late 2025 before the new intercity train fleet is rolled out. Subscribe now for unlimited access.
Meet the Aussie teenager running 1000km for Australians facing blood cancer

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

Otto Timmins takes a break on May 29 2025 before tackling his next marathon run at the Nepean River. Picture by Damien MadiganFor a self-described "gym rat" who hates running, 19-year-old Otto Timmins set himself an unlikely challenge in 2025. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThe Blaxland resident decided he would run 1000km in May to raise $15,000 for the Leukaemia Foundation.
Springwood set for pop-up outdoor dining trial after Newcastle success

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

Springwood business owners Hess Hami, left, and Zac Suito, right, with Blue Mountains MP Trish Doyle on the spot of the trial outdoor dining area on Macquarie Road. Picture by Damien MadiganPart of Springwood's main street is likely to be transformed with a new-look outdoor dining space and seating.
Come From Away will lift your spirits as Blue Mountains Musical Society premieres latest show

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

Kindness is contagious, they say, and this phrase has never been truer than with the latest production by Blue Mountains Musical Society (BMMS). Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingPresenting the Sydney amateur premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical, Come From Away, BMMS will have audiences leaving on a dazzling high.
No prosecutions as investigation into Lawson creek pollution closed

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

The source of pollution at two Lawson creeks will remain unsolved following insufficient information and evidence to allow for a successful prosecution. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingBlue Mountains City Council said the case is now closed following an investigation into the two pollution incidents that occurred in separate creeks in March 2025.
Open air chapel raised as possibility for Springwood Cemetery

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

Building an open air chapel at Springwood Cemetery is one of the ideas floated in a new draft master plan for the site. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThe option of adding an open air chapel was raised during stakeholder consultation for the master plan in 2024. Springwood Cemetery. Picture supplied"This is worthy of consideration as it is a popular world trend and would also provide welcome shelter and respite on bad weather days.
Susan Templeman reappointed as Special Envoy for Arts

3 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

Macquarie MP Susan Templeman has been reappointed as Special Envoy for the Arts. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThe appointment was part of the new ministerial line-up announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on May 13. NSW MP Tony Burke has also been reappointed as Minister for the Arts. Special Envoy for the Arts Susan Templeman with Youth Prize winner Indigo Herron at the St Columba's Art Prize opening night on May 2, 2025.
'Kick in the teeth': Outdoor adventure industry rings alarm bells over TAFE course changes

3 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

The outdoor adventure industry in the Blue Mountains is facing a crisis that threatens its economic future and potentially puts people's live at risk, the industry's peak body has warned. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingOutdoors NSW & ACT believes a decision by TAFE NSW to axe roping components of its outdoor leadership course will lead to workforce shortages that will have a flow-on effect in the local economy.
Not cooking with gas: Proposed planning change for new homes

3 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Damien Madigan

New homes in the Blue Mountains would be banned from using gas cooktops, ovens and heaters if a proposed planning change is approved. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingAn amendment to the Blue Mountains Development Control Plan, currently on public exhibition, includes a proposal that would prohibit the inclusion of gas appliances or systems in new homes seeking approval via the development application process.