Tom Walker

New South Wales

Journalist at Blue Mountains Gazette

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Articles

Summerhayes Park masterplan reveals 'massive step forward' for site

5 days ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

A newly unveiled masterplan for Springwood's Summerhayes Park, showcasing a slew of proposed upgrades, would also avoid the much-discussed idea of installing synthetic turf. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingWard 3 Councillor Darren Rodrigo (left) with Blue Mountains Mayor Mark Greenhill at Summerhayes Park.
'Alone, but not alone': Officer treks Mountains in honour of fallen cops

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

James Ghata will be "alone" as he walks through the bush from Mount Victoria to Yarramundi, but he also won't be alone; he knows he can count on support from people who care about him. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue reading"I'll be in the thick of the dense wilderness out there, but I'll know that if I can make it to that checkpoint, that someone will be there with a coffee or a bottle of coke," he said. Senior Constable James Ghata at Springwood Police Station.
Injured quoll rescued, released, and remembered forever by 4-year-old Tilly

1 week ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

An injured quoll has been returned to the wild after a remarkable rescue effort, creating an unforgettable 4th birthday memory for Lawson resident Tilly Boidin. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingAs Paul Boidin drove his daughter to her party in March, he noticed the Spotted-tailed quoll lying on the roadside in Faulconbridge. "From a distance I could see there was something there...
Thomas Mayo a 'very powerful speaker' at St Columba's Indigenous student forum

2 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

Students from across the diocese have once again gathered at St Columba's to connect, learn, and celebrate Indigenous culture, with this year's event including a presentation from renowned advocate Thomas Mayo. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThe annual Senior Student Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Forum, held on May 13, brings together catholic school students from across Paramatta for a day of workshops, discussion panels and career pathways.
Walk Safely to School Day teaching Blue Mountains students

2 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

Walk Safely to School Day has shown Blue Mountains students that there's plenty to learn about their morning trips to school. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingNeddy Blow (left) and Tilly Whitton celebrate Walk Safely to School Day at St Thomas Aquinas Catholic Primary School Springwood. Picture suppliedOn May 16, families of private and public schools alike took the chance to travel on foot and teach children about road safety.
From family business to industry leader for funeral director Asha Dooley

2 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

Asha Dooley, managing director of Grace Funerals, has been appointed the new president of the Australian Funeral Directors Association (AFDA). Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingAsha Dooley, co-owner of Springwood's Grace Funerals and new president of the Australian Funeral Directors Association. Picture suppliedThe role is a big step for her, putting her at the helm of an organisation influencing professional standards and quality of care across the industry.
Antique Roadshow films vintage fair at Norman Lindsay Gallery

2 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

The Norman Lindsay Gallery's Vintage Fair will be one to remember, with locals bringing their treasured items to feature in Australia's version of Antiques Roadshow. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingAn item being appraised before a BBC crew at Norman Lindsay Gallery, filming for the Australian version of Antiques Roadshow.
Bronze bust of explorer Wentworth restored after graffiti

3 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

A bronze bust of the explorer William Charles Wentworth has been cleaned and restored after being covered in graffiti. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThe commemorative bust of Wentworth, located in Station Street, Wentworth Falls, was discovered tagged with graffiti on May 15. The monument's plaque was obscured by the words "Ass Clown" and the bronze bust was defaced with a phallus in yellow paint.
Katoomba Rotary raises thousands for koalas through Gala Dinner

3 weeks ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

Rotary Club of Katoomba has raised thousands towards saving koalas in a single dinner, thanks to a swell of support from 60 local businesses. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThis year's Gala Dinner, held February 27 at the Carrington Hotel, was driven by a vision to protect koalas by raising funds for not-for-profit conservation group Science for Wildlife.
Four new cops celebrate first day on the job in Blue Mountains

1 month ago | bluemountainsgazette.com.au | Tom Walker

A crew of four new recruits have started their policing journeys in the Blue Mountains, forming part of the largest graduating group in more than a decade. Create a free account to read this article or signup to continue readingThe cohort of more than 300 probationary constables graduated from Goulburn Police Academy on May 2, with four new faces introduced at Springwood Police Station on May 5. Probationary constables shown at Springwood Police Station.