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11 December 2025
Southern Highlands
Canyonleigh bushfire controlled after intensive effort from local firefighters
News
A bushfire that began on Monday afternoon in Canyonleigh has been brought under control, thanks to the swift response from local firefighting teams. The fire, which started accidentally on a private property around 4:30 pm, quickly spread across approximately 45 hectares of dry grassland.
10 December 2025
Southern Highlands
2026 Wedding Trends: Stripping It Back, Slowing It Down & Why The Southern Highlands Is Leading The Shift
Weddings & Functions
Confession time: We’re obsessed with googling wedding trends, scrolling through pics of celeb wedding inspo and chatting with our (also obsessed) pals about what’s happening on the wedding scene.
And thanks to this obsession, we’re making a prediction.
2026 weddings will shift away from excess and lean into celebrations that feel more connected, meaningful, and nature-led.
We’re lucky in the Highlands to have venues designed to bring loved ones together and celebrate in a way that truly reflects family, friendship and community. Our region is perfectly set up for the new wave of intentional celebrations.
Here’s what you need to know about this wonderful new wedding trend.
And thanks to this obsession, we’re making a prediction.
2026 weddings will shift away from excess and lean into celebrations that feel more connected, meaningful, and nature-led.
We’re lucky in the Highlands to have venues designed to bring loved ones together and celebrate in a way that truly reflects family, friendship and community. Our region is perfectly set up for the new wave of intentional celebrations.
Here’s what you need to know about this wonderful new wedding trend.
10 December 2025
Southern Highlands
A farewell to Primula Cafe: A fond memory for Bundanoon locals
News
It’s with a heavy heart that the region says goodbye to Primula Cafe, an iconic Bundanoon institution that has been a cherished part of the community for decades. The cafe, known for its warm service, delicious takeaways, and its welcoming atmosphere, is closing its doors for good.
10 December 2025
Southern Highlands
Start Planning: Christmas Catering Ideas In The Southern Highlands
Eat & Drink
It’s called the silly season for a reason! Between parties, catch-ups, and keeping everyone fed, watered, and merry, things can get hectic fast.
So this year, let’s skip the chaos and get your Christmas catering sorted early. Future, you will be thanking the present you when the festive madness hits.
Plus, by shopping with local suppliers and producers, you’re spreading the cheer right across the Highlands.
So this year, let’s skip the chaos and get your Christmas catering sorted early. Future, you will be thanking the present you when the festive madness hits.
Plus, by shopping with local suppliers and producers, you’re spreading the cheer right across the Highlands.
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20 November 2025
Outdoor & Adventure
Challenge Your Mind And Have Some Fun At Fox In A Box Bowral
If you’re looking for a super fun way to challenge your brain, get some belly laughs with the crew, and make a memorable night out, then get yourself to Fox in a Box in Bowral.
It’s the Southern Highlands’ first escape room, bringing a really cool mix of puzzles, technology, and immersive fun. It’s fab for pals, families, coworkers, or a cute but quirky date night.
It’s the Southern Highlands’ first escape room, bringing a really cool mix of puzzles, technology, and immersive fun. It’s fab for pals, families, coworkers, or a cute but quirky date night.
9 October 2025
Outdoor & Adventure
Bowral Classic Brings Riders Together for a Greater Cause
The Bowral Classic is back, and while it’s famous for its scenic climbs, the real magic of the event lies in its heart. Every year, thousands of cyclists pedal into the Southern Highlands not just to conquer the finish line, but to raise crucial funds for causes that matter. From national charities to community projects […]
17 September 2025
Outdoor & Adventure
11 Gorgeous Picnic Spots In The Southern Highlands
Pack the esky, grab the picnic rug, and gather your crew, because the Southern Highlands is packed with beautiful spots perfect for lazy lunches, family gatherings, and romantic afternoons in the sunshine.
From flower-filled gardens in Bowral to riverside reserves in Moss Vale, and hidden havens tucked away in Berrima and Mittagong, we’ve rounded up 11 fabulous picnic spots where you can clink glasses, graze on cheese and fruit, and soak up the Highlands’ natural beauty.