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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

What's your favourite spot in the Blue Mountains Part 3. Tell us which is your favourite and we may include it in a future podcast. Click this link to record your favourite. Simply say who you are "My name is ...... and my favourite ..... is and why it is". It's that simple. https://askroz.news/Your-Say 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗲𝗠𝗔𝗚 📚 No.1 Visitor’s Guide Find great things to see & do www.as...

Tell us which is your favourite and we may include it in a future podcast. Click this link to record your favourite. Simply say who you are "My name is ...... and my favourite ..... is and why it is". It's that simple. https://askroz.news/Your-Say 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗲𝗠𝗔𝗚 📚 No.1 Visitor’s Guide Find great things to see & do ⁠www.askroz.news/ARBM-Visitor⁠

Blue Mountains Flavour Festival 2023 is on this weekend. Hear from Nicole Riley talk about all the fabulous things that will be happening. https://www.facebook.com/Alleventsmarkets.festivals 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗲𝗠𝗔𝗚 📚 No.1 Visitor’s Guide Find great things to see & do ⁠www.askroz.news/ARBM-Visitor⁠

In this episode, I speak with Niall Clerkin, who along with his wife Wei is bringing the first-ever TEDx talk to the Blue Mountains on the 30th of June 2023, TEDxKatoomba. They are looking for innovative thinkers to do a talk on the day, to a worldwide audience. Maybe that's you. MORE information:  TEDxKatoomba welcomes all creators, thinkers and storytellers to apply. - Facebook page: www.fac...

What's your favourite spot in the Blue Mountains Part 1. Tell us which is your favourite and we may include it in a future podcast. Click this link to record your favourite. Simply say who you are "My name is ...... and my favourite ..... is and why it is". It's that simple. https://askroz.news/Your-Say 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧𝗢𝗥 𝗲𝗠𝗔𝗚 📚 No.1 Visitor’s Guide Find great things to see & do ⁠www.a...