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Climbing banned Centennial Trev Blue Mtns - NPWS 29-Apr-2015 At 12:43:16 PM vwills

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It seems like NPWS have been considered in this approach. The bolting of the arch doesn't greatly enhance climbing and was ill conceived in my opinion. As too was the construction of "paths", and when I went down to have a look around Christmas, there were fixed ropes lying around. I thought it was pretty poor, and spoke to a few people who informed me locals were well aware of what was going on, and moves were underway to address the area. We don't have a right to bolt everything and sometimes enthusiasm needs to be tempered by reflection as to whether a climb is really necessary.
It would be great if these bolts are removed, preferably by those that put them in, or if not by some responsible climbers.

Queensland are miles ahead of NSW in terms of access representation. (Probably because they have less rock). However there are many issues still that need strong, responsible climber representation and advocacy.
(Bulahdelah, shire bouldering, north head, all state forests, port Stephens, point perp, kuring gai NP, Bouddi Np, to name just a few areas where climbing is threatened or restricted)