Subject: Blue Mountains' Experiences ~ 13th December 2024

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Lapstone Hill Tunnel community open days photo ©Rob Moore
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HEADS UP ~ Steam tram rides with Santa 7,8,14,15 December 2024

Valley Heights Rail Museum

See Santa arrive directly from the North Pole aboard a historic steam tram at the Valley Heights Rail Museum in the Blue Mountains!

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Departs from Valley Heights Rail Museum:

10.30am, 11.30am, 12.30pm, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.15pm.

FARES

Adult - $18

Child (aged 2-17) - $12

Senior/Concession - $15

Book: https://www.valleyheightsrailmuseum.info/visit

STUNNING ~ On Friday night the lights were turned on at the Blast Furnace in Lithgow. LOOKS AMAZING. Here: https://w3w.co/intersection.tamely.kilts

COMING SOON - The definitive good food guide and web app for eating in Katoomba Street. LEARN MORE

Indulge in an unforgettable evening featuring a specially curated 3-course, family-style menu in collaboration with guest chefs from Blue Mountains, all brought to you by Cafe Lurline🌳. $99 per person

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Beyond the Blacktop Adventure Tours specialises in offering a variety of exciting guided tours in the Blue Mountains region. Their services include immersive experiences such as the Army Truck Adventures, which provide a unique way to explore the stunning landscapes and natural beauty of the area. Beyond the Blacktop aims to create memorable experiences by inviting guests to "Share The Adventure!" through their diverse tour options.

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OPEN FROM 7:30am - 3pm CLOSED Wed & Thurs

DINNER - NOW OPEN Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5:30pm - 8pm for a delicious Sri Lankan Menu Listen to the podcast  ☎️ 0409603874

𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗪𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 𝗪𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘 - We have the most beautiful native flowers. This is a Large Christmas Bell (Blandfordia grandiflora) Here

HISTORIC SNAPSHOT ~ The view of the top end of Katoomba Street from the Carrington Hotel in 1920. Note the "Kings Theatre", later to become the Savoy. It's worth taking a moment to study the other shops.

182-184 Katoomba St, Katoomba

Opening Hours: Thursday to Sunday, 11am to 5pm, Monday by appointment (closed Tuesday & Wednesday)

Breakfast at Gia Cafe and Bistro Leura is a great experience.

Thur - Mon 8:30am - 3:00pm - Dinner 5:30 - 8pm Thur - Sun.

201 Leura Mall, Leura

Corner of the Mall & Megalong Street

If you're looking for a unique and affordable Christmas gift? Consider the Blue Mountains crime novels by local author Michael Duffy. These books offer a captivating blend of mystery and local charm, perfect for any crime fiction enthusiast.

"We (Ask Roz) recommend these wonderful books to anyone who enjoys a book crime novel with a wonderful local flavour. We found the twists at the end will keep you wanting more, well done Michael."

Michael Duffy, a former police reporter, brings the Blue Mountains to life in his series featuring Katoomba newspaper editor Bella Greaves. Described as "local produce, available only from the cellar door," these novels are exclusively sold in local bookstores and on his website.

All are available at local bookstores or online at www.orphanrock.com/collections/all and also from all local bookstores including The Little Lost Bookshop in Katoomba.

LISTEN to Michael on the Ask Roz Tourism Show. www.askroz.news/Michael-Duffy-Local-Author

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