How the Southern Highlands went from retirement mecca to buzzy hotspot (opens original article in a new tab)

The Southern Highlands in NSW are undergoing transformation with planned developments of historic sites into cultural and hospitality venues, shifting from a retirement area to a tourist hotspot.

• The Maltings, three 1890s buildings in the NSW Southern Highlands, are set to be developed into a boutique hotel and art hub by property investor Roy Medich and his son Anthony.
• A separate development in Berrima plans to convert a historic sandstone jail into a $30-million boutique hotel and wellness destination.
• The Southern Highlands are transitioning from a retirement area to a cultural and tourist hotspot.