Ask Roz Blue Mountains Podcast

Yes, we’re back. First, it was the fires, then the floods and now COVID19, but we’re back with episode 25 of the Ask Roz Blue Mountains Podcast. In this episode, I speak with Jason Cronshaw the President of Blue Mountains Tourism and a part-owner of the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus company about Blue Mountains Tourism post 1st June 2020. Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast CastBox: https://askroz.live/CastBox_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains

In this episode, I speak with Elise 
Okunew, the Co-Convener for the Blue Mountains Artfest about Artfest 2019 to be held at Wentworth Falls Public School. HOURS Opening Night - Friday 8th November from 7.30pm - 10pm Opening Night tickets are $15 per head when pre-purchased online, or $18 purchased on Opening Night at the door. Saturday 9th November - 9am-5pm. Sunday 10th November - 10am-4pm. About: Blue Mountains Artfest is an annual art festival celebrating local art and craft talent in the Blue Mountains. The event is a major fundraiser for Wentworth Falls Public School. Artfest is an annual weekend arts and crafts fair that celebrates the talents of around 100 local and regional Australian artists and artisans. This year’s featured artist and ceramicist is Lesley Tarlinton.  Purchase quality artworks and handcrafts at affordable prices – just in time for Christmas!  Creative workshops for adults and children, face painting, entertainment and the opportunity to win great raffle prizes. Food and cake stalls, or our very own Café serving barista-style coffee.  Web: http://www.bluemountainsartfest.net.au/ Event:https://www.facebook.com/events/512926236133251 Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/BlueMountainsArtFest Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast CastBox: https://askroz.live/CastBox_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Miriam Williamson the Curator of the Birdland exhibition to be at Mount Victoria Museum. Opening: 2pm 9th November 2019 and runs until 1st December 2019 Hours: 12:00 – 3:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday. Entry fee: Adult $5 and Children: $1 About: The exhibition is curated by Miriam Williamson, and funded by the Blue Mountains City Council, City of Arts Trust, Birdland invites four local artists to develop works in response to the bird specimen collections held by the Museum.  In 1943 Ward moved to the Blue Mountains and opened his Gallery of Natural History and Native Art in a long, narrow fibro building at the Hydro Majestic Hotel, Medlow Bath. On his death, his collection was divided between the Australian Museum and the Mt Victoria Museum. Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2507283419495048/ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/MountVictoriaMuseum Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast CastBox: https://askroz.live/CastBox_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Jason Cronshaw about the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus service. About: "We created the Blue Mountains Explorer Bus to fix everything that’s wrong with the standard Blue Mountains day tours. Like a tour, we take you to all the most important viewpoints, waterfalls and tourist attractions. But instead of rushing you from one place to the next, we give you complete freedom to explore at your own pace. With buses running every 30 minutes, the Explorer Bus makes it easy to get to famous landmarks like the Three Sisters, Scenic World and Leura Cascades. We pick up at many of the best hotels and restaurants in Katoomba and Leura, and our big red buses are a welcome sight to weary walkers returning from hikes in the stunning Blue Mountains National Park." "I'm so confident that we provide the best possible way to see the Blue Mountains that I personally guarantee it. If for any reason you don't feel we've given you a fun, convenient, informative and great-value experience, you can write to me and I'll make things right for you. Jason Cronshaw, Managing Director" Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/bmexplorerbus Web: https://www.explorerbus.com.au/ Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast CastBox: https://askroz.live/CastBox_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Kathy Whalan about the upcoming Leura Village Fair. Opening hours: Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th 9am - 4.30 each day Over 100 market stalls are set among the cherry blossoms on Leura Mall, extending into Megalong Street Carpark which is transformed into an international canteen.
 Handicrafts, fair trade goods, vintage wares, fashion, jewellery, gadgets and toys to dog accessories, cool-climate plants, preserves and fresh produce
. EVENT:https://www.facebook.com/events/416120892316109/ Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Lee Mitchell, a committee member of the 2019 Blue Fringe Art Exhibition. Blue Fringe Art Exhibition celebrates the creativity of people with a lived experience of mental health illness. Hosted by Blue Fringe Arts Opening hours: October 23rd - 25th 
 10am – 4pm Blue Mountains TAFE
, Wentworth Falls near the Pie Shop EVENT:https://www.facebook.com/events/1428996023922861/ HOST: https://www.facebook.com/pg/BlueFringeArts/ Cost: FREE Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Brooke Broughton, President of the Leura Gardens Festival about this year's Festival. The 55th Festival will feature glorious cool climate spring gardens, showcasing a particularly wide range of styles and sizes, and comprising new, returning and several old-favourite gardens. Festival proceeds go to the Blue Mountains District ANZAC Memorial Hospital and other local health-related organisations. FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/leuragardensfestival/ WEB: https://leuragardensfestival.com.au/ Opening hours: 6 days over 2 long weekends: 9:30am - 4pm Saturday 5th to Monday 7th October Friday 11th to Sunday 13th October
  The Gardens: https://leuragardensfestival.com.au/our-gardens/all-of-our-gardens Cost: Combined ticket: $30 pp entitles you to visit ALL Festival gardens Single garden ticket: $8 pp. Children 16 and under are free Tickets may be purchased at the entry point of each garden (except Gardens 3 and 5), at the stand in Leura Mall near the Station and at Festival Headquarters located at 19-21 Fitzroy Street, Leura.
 Eftpos facilities are available at Headquarters located outside Leura Fairways Retirement Village (19-21 Fitzroy Street Leura), at the Festival Stand in Leura Mall and at the Plant Sales. Please note that strollers must not be taken into any garden, and children must at all times be accompanied by an adult. Dogs or other animals are not permitted to enter any garden. Visitors to gardens must stay on paths at all times and keep out of areas marked 'out of bounds'. Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Kate Paul, about the Mid Mountains Gardens Festival that is celebrating 35 years this year. https://www.facebook.com/events/317079582263979 Gardens: https://www.midmountainsgardenfestival.com/festival-gardens-for-september-2019/ Opening hours: 14th - 15th September • 10am - 4pm 21st - 22nd September • 10am - 4pm Cost: All gardens $25
 Concession $20
 Single garden $5
 Eftpos facilities will be available for ticket sales at Tarraleah in Hazelbrook and at 20 Mile Hollow – Cafe and Produce in Woodford.
 NB: All other garden gates accept cash only.
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In this episode, I speak with Mat Murray, Senior Horticulturist at the Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens about their upcoming Daffodil Festival. https://www.facebook.com/events/876356629383480/ Opening hours: 9:30am to 4:30pm 7 days a week
. Free entry. Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: https: askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Robert Parnell from the Blue Mountains Railway Society about Wascoe Siding in Blaxland. Facebook link Website http://www.askroz.com.au/event_detail/index/wascoe-siding Opening hours: Open first Sunday of the month from 10 am. Free entry. 15 Grahame Street, Blaxland, NSW
 Cost of the train rides: Adults $4 for ages 2 and up Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Tim Jones, the President of the Mount Victoria & District Historical Society about the wonderful Mount Victoria Museum. Facebook link Website Opening hours: 12 noon - 3pm, Saturdays, Sundays and school holidays. Open every day of the school holidays from 12 noon - 3pm. Admission: Adults $5, Children $1, Pre-school free. Donations welcome Mount Victoria & District Historical Society Museum Rear Mt Victoria Railway Station 35A Station Street Mount Victoria NSW 2786 Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Kara Cooper from Mount Vic and Me about her wonderful designs and her new location in Mount Victoria. Be sure to check out Kara's wonderful designs. Facebook link Website Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with  Miriam Williamson the Producer of “Fly Me to the Moon”, a community event celebrating the first moon landing. It will be held at the Linden Observatory: Saturday 13th July, 5:30 - 8pm Gather under the Winter night sky a community ‘sing up’ to songs celebrating the night sky and all within it. There will be telescopes to view the Moon, tours of the dome, projections on the dome. There will be a sausage sizzle and/or bring a picnic. Bookings are essential: Cost: $10 for adults
. Children and residents of Linden have free entry. There is no parking on site. If you require disability parking please email Miriam and it will be arranged for you. Facebook link Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Georgina Khoo about "The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever Blue Mountains 2019". Saturday, July 13, 1 PM – 3 PM Woodford Academy - National Trust of Australia NSW Event Facebook ~ Main Facebook page Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, I speak with Troy Hovenden, The Reptile Bloke about what you should do if you come across a snake in Winter. Call Troy: 0404 109 421 Facebook ~ Facebook article Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this eposide, I speak with Michael Connelly from Walks around Penrith and the Blue Mountains about his passion for walking and his very popular Facebook Page page. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/penrithwalks/ Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

  In this episode, I speak with Bryan Cutts the Director and co-­producer of the Goon Show Live. I also speak with Robyne Ridge from the Blue Mountains Historic Society about Tarella Cottage. Goon Show Live Web: https://events.ticketbooth.com.au/event/the-goon-show-live-at-yulefest-2019/tag/widget Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/2011942689110631/ Bookings call: 02 4784 6300 Tarella Historic Cottage Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tarella-Cottage-Museum-1637216813196536/ Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this eposide, I speak with Simon Francis, the Lithgow Tourism Manager about their innovative 360 marketing program. And with Adam Podolski about Open Glenbrook Tunnel movement. Lithgow Tourism Web: tourism.lithgow.com/lithgow-360/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/lithgowtourism/ Open Glenbook Tunnel Facebook: www.facebook.com/glenbrooktunnel Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, we speak with Naomi Parry, President, Winter Magic Festival and with Sam better known as SlipScream about the Blue Mountains Roller Derby League. Winter Magic Festival Web: www.wintermagic.com.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/KatoombaWinterMagicFestival Blue Mountains Roller Derby League Web: wwww.bluemountainsrollerderby.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/bmrdl Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App

In this episode, we speak with Robbie Park about the LithGlow 2019 and with Maurice Cooper about Bygone Beautys Treasured Teapot Museum & Tearooms, Leura. LithGlow Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/377229409525067 Bygone Beautys Treasured Teapot Museum & Tearooms Web: www.bygonebeautys.com.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/BygoneBeautys Also, listen and subscribe here: iTunes: www.askroz.live/iTunes_Podcast TuneIn Radio: www.askroz.live/TuneIn_Podcast Spotify: www.askroz.live/Spotify_Podcast Ask Roz Blue Mountains Web: askroz.com.au Facebook: facebook.com/AskRozBlueMountains Apple App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Apple_App Android App: askroz.live/AR_BM_Free_Android_App