Life in Southern Highlands, NSW

The Guide is a collection of articles about local people, places, businesses, things to do and living your best life in Southern Highlands

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Welcome to The Guide, your go‑to source for everything happening in the Southern Highlands. Dive into stories about the people, places and businesses that make our region so special.

If you’re seeking out the prettiest picnic spots and bushwalks, hunting insider know‑how to embrace Highlands life to the fullest, or looking for a spot for a Friday cocktail, this is where you’ll find it.

Meet the passionate locals running brilliant businesses, explore our thriving creative scene, and get practical advice if a tree‑change to the Highlands is on your radar. If you’re already lucky enough to live here, you’ll want to check out our home and garden tips to keep your Highlands cottage, acreage or village pad looking sharp.

We’ll guide you to shopping gems, share sporting fun, and dish out inspo for planning weddings, events and celebrations. Plus, stay in the loop with local events and smart ideas for living your best Highlands life.

The latest reads

12 November 2025
Southern Highlands
The Green Scene Returns Max Profits
Property
New research from the horticultural industry group, Greener Spaces Better Places, reveals that homes featuring greenery – such as established gardens, trees, indoor plants, or lush outdoor spaces – tend to sell for higher prices, attract more buyer interest, and spend less time on the market.

Compiled by Terry Biscoe
12 November 2025
Southern Highlands
Property Update Southern Highlands 13 November 2025
Property
In this week’s Property Update we have something for everyone. Renting and have a pet? We have all the lowdown on what you can and can’t have and why. Greening the inside and outside of a home adds significant value: read details from the Greener Spaces Better Places industry report. We speak with First National Bowral’s home-grown sales dynamo Isabella McMahon and what makes her tick, an amazing Property Showcase from Drew Lindsay|SIR (including outdoor chess set), market info and much more. We hope you enjoy the read!

Compiled by Terry Biscoe
12 November 2025
Southern Highlands
How To Add Value To Your Home Through Storage
Property
One of the items on a prospective home buyer’s list is storage. “Is there enough storage room for our items in this home?” “Yes, there are cupboards, closets and wardrobes, but it is enough?”

Compiled by Terry Biscoe

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Editors picks

12 November 2025
Southern Highlands
What’s On This Weekend In The Southern Highlands
Events
Discover the best things to do in the Southern Highlands this weekend – including food, markets, live music, and more.
2 October 2025
Southern Highlands
Hey Babe! Let’s Do Robertson This Spring
Itinerary & Stay

There is a reason why the Southern Highlands most easterly village won the People’s Choice award in the 2025 NSW Small Town Tourism Awards…

12 September 2025
Southern Highlands
Tulip Time Flower Festival Southern Highlands 2025: What’s On, Where To Go & How To Plan Your Visit
Events
What’s blooming, what’s buzzing and why we can’t wait to welcome spring in full colour in the Southern Highlands.

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