Category Archives: Visit Blackheath

Perrys Lookout a stunning Blackheath Lookout

By | September 10, 2021

Another great EXERCISE WALK – Perry’s Lookdown, Blackheath. This is a short walk that offers commanding views. There is a small unofficial lookout just before Perrys Lookdown that’s great for a picnic. From the lookout, you’ll see the imposing sandstone cliffs of Mount Banks, while the towering stand of eucalypts rising from the valley floor… Read More »

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Weekend eMag by Ask Roz Blue Mountains

By | September 17, 2021

Our Blue Mountains “Weekend” eMag is back.  EACH week, a new edition will be published with information that will help you enjoy your weekend. You only need one link, as refreshing it will give you the latest edition. Like all our eMags, this eMag is “interactive” and offers “turn by turn” directions to walks and lookouts.… Read More »

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Wallace Brothers Traction Steam Engine Blackheath return walk

By | October 12, 2021

This is an easy adventure walk for the family with a bit of history thrown in. The first 900m of the track is easy and without any steps. The last 200m is a bushbash. You can also enjoy the amazing Wallace Lookout. In 1928, two brothers, Tim and Eric Wallace began coal mining exploration in… Read More »

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Created by me in 60 seconds

By | April 18, 2023

Each month in the Blue Mountains over 2,500kg of tourism paper products are circulated and destroyed. Practice sustainable tourism and create your own beautiful bespoke digital eMag with just the things you like in it, for free.  

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Bid Stays – Let Us Find You the Greatest Value Holiday Accommodation in the Blue Mountains

By | August 15, 2021

If you’re looking for holiday accommodation in the Blue Mountains of NSW, Australia, then Bid Stays may be able to help. BID STAYS will find you the best value accommodation in the Blue Mountains. THIS IS A FREE SERVICE.  Simply complete the form below and within 1 business day, you’ll receive some great offers for… Read More »

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The origin of Blue Mountains village names

By | July 15, 2021

Updated: 5th July 2021 The City of Blue Mountains is a confederation of more than 20 townships and localities, formed in 1947. The city is located within the boundaries of the national park. The principal centres are Katoomba, Leura, Mount Victoria, Blackheath, Springwood, Wentworth Falls, and Lawson, all of which lie on both the rail… Read More »

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Great Markets in the Blue Mountains

By | July 27, 2021

There are 3 very special markets, in the Blue Mountains, the “Springwood Grower’s Market”, the “Magpie Market” and the “Blackheath Growers Market“. SPRINGWOOD GROWER’S MARKET FOURTH Sunday of each month – Except April due to Anzac Day and at Christmas we run on the third Sunday. Here: https://w3w.co/slug.redid.exteriors We are a farmers and growers market… Read More »

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Origin of Blue Mountains Town Names

By | June 15, 2021

The Blue Mountains west of Sydney is steeped in History and each of its villages has a wonderful link to the exploring past. This list was compiled by John Low for the Blue Mountains Library. Lapstone (106m) The name “Lapstone Hill” was in use from at least the 1820s and derives from the shape of… Read More »

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Blue Mountains Snowfall 10th June 2021

By | June 22, 2021

On Thursday 10th June 2021, the Blue Mountains in NSW had a great  Snowfall as part of a super chill that went across the state. This is a collection of photos, videos and 360° Virtual Tours produced by Ask Roz Blue Mountains. 360° Virtual Tours of Blackheath Memorial Gardens            … Read More »

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Upgrading Govetts Leap Lookout

By | June 9, 2021

NPWS information June 2021 Govetts Leap In June last year, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) asked the community for feedback on plans to upgrade Govetts Leap. We received lots of submissions and your feedback has been incorporated into a revised plan and lookout design. For more details and to receive further updates… Read More »

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