Ask Roz Podcast

Will Batson the NPWS Area Manager Upper Mountains updates us on track openings and closures over the next few months. NPWS TRACK UPDATES: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/blue-mountains-national-park/local-alerts

This episode features an interview from the Ask Roz Tourism Show on Radio Blue Mountains on 22nd March. Helen Addis chats with Roby Catchlove about the Megalong Makers Market to be held on 30th March 2024 https://www.facebook.com/megalongmakersmarket/ www.megalongmakers.wixsite.com/megalongmakers The Ask Roz Tourism Show is on Radion Blue Mountains each Friday from 9am - 10am.

This episode features an interview from the Ask Roz Tourism Show on Radio Blue Mountains on 22nd March. Robyn Catchlove chats with Annie Hand from Wentworth Tiles about her business and trail running in the Blue Mountains. www.wentworthtiles.com.au www.rbm.org.au The Ask Roz Tourism Show in on Radion Blue Mountains each Friday from 9am - 10am.

In February 2024 we asked people if they had a question for Blue Mountains NPWS. We got a great response and now Will Batson the NPWS Upper Area Manager answers some of those questions. DO YOU HAVE A QUESTION? If you have a question for Blue Mountains NPWS simply click here to ask and it may be included in a future podcast. www.askroz.news/Ask-NPWS

The Blackheath Growers Market occurs every 2nd Sunday at the Blackheath Community Centre, featuring over 60 growers offering a diverse selection of local and regional foods: fruits, vegetables, meats, breads, cheeses (cow, goat, sheep), olive oils, wines, nuts, honey, free-range eggs, spices, condiments, plants, seedlings, and baked goods. Magpie Upstyle Market , nestled in the Blue Mountains, boa...

Will Batson, NPWS Area Manager Upper Mountains, give us an update on all things Blue Mountains National Park. Registering your walk: https://bookings.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/public/npws/trips/intention Track closures: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/blue-mountains-national-park/local-alerts

PART 2: In this episode from early 2023, I speak with Sue Collins from Mountains Tales about some of the villages of the Blue Mountains. RAILWAY TOWNS AFTER 1868 - Towns that were established once the railway was established Faulconbridge Leura Katoomba  Medlow Bath Mt Riverview Warimoo Bullaburra Sun Valley Winmalee 20th CENTURY REAL ESTATE MODERN NEW VILLAGES Check out Mountains Tales:  ⁠ www.fa...

In this episode from 2022, I speak with Sue Collins from Mountains Tales about some of the villages of the Blue Mountains. COLONIAL - Convict gangs / military depots and Macquarie Glenbrook Springwood Lawson Wentworth Falls Blackheath Blaxland Valley heights Linden Woodford Mt Victoria Faulconbridge Leura Katoomba  Medlow Bath BATHURST ROAD INNS - Inns established to cater to travellers heading we...

MOUNTAINS MISHAPS Death and Misadventure in the Blue Mountains of NSW Award-winning research sponsored by the NSW government and by the SES Volunteers Association. Every year in the Blue Mountains, up to 400 visitors get lost or need rescuing, with many spending an unexpected night in the bush. Most incidents happen in the same locations, within a few kilometres of civilisation. Readers will not o...

In this podcast, I speak with Dan Zolfell, CEO of the Zig Zag Railway about a very special event. A ride with Santa at Zig Zag Railway This one-day-only event will be held on Sunday, 17 December, and will include a full trip on the iconic railway, a small gift for children, and the opportunity to take a photo with Santa (for you young and the young at heart!). Tickets have just been released for t...

DECEMBER National Park and Wildlife Service NPWS update on tracks they manage over the Greater Blue Mountains region with Will Batson, Area Manager Upper Mountains, Blue Mountains Branch, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service
 NPWS Local Alerts: https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/blue-mountains-national-park/local-alerts

In this episode, I speak with Dalia Isles about her magical place, Dalia's Blue Mountains Retreat. Dalia’s Blue Mountain Retreat is an enchanting property, literally on the edge of the Katoomba Escarpment, with the most breathtaking views of the Jamison Valley. This magnificent country home with a 50yr history is surrounded by beautiful terraced gardens, stunning views and country charm. Tel:...

Nicole Riley tells us all about her amazing Twilight Beach Market she has coming up on Saturday 2nd December from 3pm-8pm . Nicole is bringing 10 ton of sand to the Lawson Public School for a Sandy Beach Twilight Market! Nicole is bringing the beach to the Mountains. This event is going to be a one-of-a-kind. You won’t want to miss this! We will also have the giant obstacle course we had last year...

In this episode, I speak with Alex May from Pawsome Places, a service that allows you to find great spots that are dog-friendly. Alex said: "This is a place where we want to share dog-friendly places including (but not limited to) bushwalks, lookouts, waterfalls, museums, tours, beaches, river cruises and SUP hire." If you know a spot that should be included, email Alex at: alex@pawsomep...

Tune in to 2LT 6am-12pm Saturday for the “The Local”. Hosted by journalist and broadcaster Steve Cropper, The Local is all about community and what’s going on in your neck of the woods. Find out which locals he catches up with this week! Listen here: https://www.2lt.com.au/live

Harry Peckman was a true ‘Blue Mountaineer’. Born at Kurrajong in 1846, he lived the whole of his life in the Blue Mountains region and died in Katoomba in 1934.  In the early 1880s he and his brother, John, established livery stables in Parke Street, Katoomba, at the back of the Carrington Hotel. Their business flourished. Both men were expert horsemen and knew the Blue Mountains intimately and t...

Scenic World Blue Mountains Dinosaur Valley Returns on Saturday 23rd September. In this episode, I speack with Rachael McCluskey, the Dinosaur Valley Event Manager. Dinosaur Valley runs from 23 September 2023 until 28 January 2024. You can buy online ahead of time to get the best prices. Dinosaur Valley Ultimate Discovery tickets start from $50 for adults and from $30 for kids. Family ticket bundl...

After being closed for some years the Conservation Hut Cafe Wentworth Falls re-opens Wednesday 20th September 2023. I spoke with Shane Simpson, one of the owners about the cafe. The Cafe offers spectacular scenery and is sure to lift your spirits and bring a smile to your face. Shane and Belinda Simpson, owners of Cafe 2773 Glenbrook and Laughin Boy Cafe Emu Plains are optimistic about the launch...

With the arrival of warmer weather, snakes are emerging from their winter slumber and becoming more active. To help us navigate this season safely, we've brought in an expert, Troy Hovenden, also known as "The Reptile Bloke," to share essential tips on how to coexist with these fascinating creatures and what precautions to take. Troy Hovenden is a fully licensed and insured snake cat...

Sue Collins tells us all about the late Victorian and early Edwardian period. Why did the Blue Mountains Become the go-to holiday location of the late Victorian and early Edwardian period? Access by railway direct from Sydney Perceived health Benefits Promotions and advertising Who came to the mountains? Holiday House Vs Hotel or Guesthouse Enjoy one of Sue's historic walking tours of Katoomba...

In this episode, I speak with Will Batson, NPWS Area Manager for the Upper Blue Mountains about the recently re-opened Govetts Leap Lookout, Blackheath

Mount Victoria, before it became the village we know it today. It had an amazing history and was known as One Tree Hill, Broughtons Waterhole Tollhouse, and finally Mount Victoria. Sue digs deep into its amazing past. You can join Sue on one of her Maintains Tales historic walks in either Leura or Katoomba and even book a group tour of Mount Victoria. https://mountainstales.com IMAGE: "One Tr...

Paul from Beyond The Blacktop Adventure Tours joins us and shares information about his business. They offer a range of fun and exciting adventure tours including in their 6wd Landrover Wombat. Paul said: "We offer a three-hour local on-road short tour as well as other adventurous and bespoke tours. Our three-hour tour is based in Katoomba through to Blackheath. We take you along the cliff to...

Brad Symons, Manager of Leura Gardens Accommodation discusses the re-opening of Leura Gardens. More information: https://leuragardens.com.au Leura Gardens Accommodation is located opposite the Leura Golf Course and offers a relaxing and comfortable environment suitable for short or extended stay accommodation. We are located just minutes from key attractions of the stunning Blue Mountains and Kato...

Mount York just outside Mount Victoria, has an amazing history and in this Podcast Sue Collins from Mountains Tales shares some of its background and attractions. Learn more about Mountains Tales here: https://www.facebook.com/MountainsTalesNSW ________________________ 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗲𝗠𝗔𝗚 📚 No.1 Visitor’s Guide Find great things to see & do askroz.news/ARBM-Visitor