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SPRING MENUADDITIONS: One Orient, Katoomba's best-kept dining secret, has updated its menu to include some delicious 'spring options'. New menu items include:- Smoked Salmon Rillettes, Pickled Cucumber, Creme Fraiche, Finger Lime, Rye Sourdough Spatchcock, Tomato Tarte Tatin, Forest Mushroom Jus Confit Duck Maryland, Witlof, Carrot, Blue Cheese, A la ‘orange Rainbow Trout, Zucchini, Seasonal Lettuce, Yuzu Butter Emulsion, Roe Spring Berry Tart, Almond Cream, Strawberry Ice-Cream
Saran said: "We've embraced the lighter side of the season with crisp greens, tender vegetables, bright herbs, and delicately prepared meats and seafood simply prepared to let the ingredients shine."
Menu: www.oneorient.com.au/food-menu
Lunch: Tuesday - Sunday 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday 5:30pm - 8:30pm
It's located right next to the Alpine Motor Inn in Katoomba at 1 Orient Street. Here: w3w.co/meanly.prepare.postmark
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BLOSSOMS are starting to appear at Everglades Gardens Leura. Check them out. |
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Wizards Express – A Day of Steam & Sorcery - Saturday 4 October, Zig Zag Railway will transform into the Zig Zag Academy of Steam & Sorcery for a one-day-only event:
Guests will step into a spellbinding world of magic, adventure, and heritage charm — complete with:
🧙♀️ Interactive wizarding classes and magical experiences 🚂 A return journey aboard our heritage steam train 🎩 House sorting, costumed hosts, themed carriages & magical décor 🛍️ Magical sweet shop, and exclusive event merchandise 👨👩👧👦 A unique day out for families, fantasy lovers, and heritage fans alike!
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now via: www.zigzagrailway.com.au |
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𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬 is another amazing 'Phantom Falls' over Narrow Neck, Katoomba. From around here: w3w.co/postcards.cracker.spawned The Blue Mountains has a way to make you feel small in the most amazing way.
BACK STORY: The rising sunrise warm air in the Jamison Valley creates a kind of vacuum that draws cooler, denser fog from the adjoining valley. As this mist spills over the cliffs, it cascades downward just like a real waterfall, creating a breathtaking illusion of nature at play.
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LANDSLIDE: Logan Spice captured the now-famous Grose Valley landslide over the weekend. It's quite dramatic. Full story |
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We're bubbling with excitement for our upcoming Jazz & Wine in the Springtime at the Norman Lindsay Gallery - it's only 5 weeks away !!
This much-loved event will bring together live jazz with George Washingmachine and MC Kristina Frazer Music, social dance displays delicious food, and boutique wine & liquor makers, set against the stunning grounds of the Norman Lindsay Gallery. It's always a vibrant day full of music, community, and celebration.
So grab a ticket and come along
Event details: Norman Lindsay Gallery,
14 Norman Lindsay Crescent, Faulconbridge NSW 📅 Saturday 18 October 2025 ⏰ 11am – 4pm
Find out more about the event here: |
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Coffee Time at One Tree Hill! OPEN 6 DAYS DELISH: There is something very special about enjoying great food around a fireplace, and the Mountains does it the best. Today, some of our contributors enjoyed brunch at One Tree Hill Cafe & Kitchen in Mount Victoria. Here: w3w.co/manageable.scenes.accounted
26 Station St, Mount Victoria
Aside from the great food, Mount Victoria has so much to offer: Check it out. www.askroz.news/Discover-Mount-Victoria
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𝗦𝗣𝗜𝗞𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢 𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛 ☕🍛 A new flair for the 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗙𝗔𝗦𝗧, 𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗛 & 𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗥 Wed - Fri: 11am - 3pm • 5:30pm - 8pm Sat and Sun: 8:30am - 8pm www.blackheathgolf.com.au/bistro Bookings: Call or text: 0420 983 202 Brightlands Ave, Blackheath |
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DINNER IN KATOOMBA/LEURA IS TAKEN CARE OF ____________________________ SRI LANKIN - GIA Cafe and Bistro Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 5:30pm - 8pm for a delicious Sri Lankan Menu www.giacafebistro.com.au 201 Leura Mall, Leura ____________________________ AUSTRALIAN & INTERNATIONAL - One Orient Wednesday - Sunday Dinner 5:30pm - 8:30pm https://oneorient.com.au/ 1 Orient Street, Katoomba |
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DINNER - NOW OPEN Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 5:30pm - 8pm for a delicious Sri Lankan Menu Listen to the podcast ☎️ 0409603874 |
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LEURA GARDENS FESTIVAL: Leura, we are getting ready for the Leura Gardens Festival on Friday, 3rd – Monday, 6th October.
Tickets can be bought on the day or in advance at www.trybooking.com/DCRYF
LISTEN to David White, Leura Gardens Festival President, chatting with Robyn Catchlove on RBM about the festival: https://askroz.news/Leura-Gardens-Festival-2025
USE THE APP: We have created an interactive 'web app' with all the gardens, toilets, some cafes and more details. It has full turn-by-turn directions to every location. Save it to your phone's home screen, for easy access: www.askroz.news/Leura-Gardens-Festival-2025-Map |
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DINNER is served at Osteria 2785, Blackheath. The taste of traditional rustic Italian cuisine, created from locally sourced produce and paired with wine from the Blue Mountains and West regions.
246 Great Western Hwy, Blackheath
Wed - Thur 5.30pm - 8:30pm Fri - Sat 5.30pm - 9pm
www.osteria2785.com.au |
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DELISH: “Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside — paired with buttery mash and rich gravy. This is comfort food done right.” Only at Skewered — Lawson NSW |
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Join Neville burns with Pulse First Aid Training for an interactive Live Snake Safety Event! Learn how to:
✅ Stay safe if you come across a snake ✅ Respond confidently in a snake-related emergency ✅ Protect yourself and others in outdoor environments
Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a parent, or just want to feel more prepared, this event is for you!
📅 Date & Time: October 25, 2025 📍 Location: HAZELBROOK Training rooms 38 Railway
Spots are limited—reserve your place now and gain life-saving knowledge!
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Join local author Michael Duffy in conversation with well-known Australian gardening author and journalist, Mary Moody, as he launches his new novel 'Death in the Gardens'. Don’t miss the launch of Michael Duffy’s thrilling new crime fiction, ‘Death in the Gardens’, the fourth book in the series set in the Blue Mountains Everglades House & Gardens - National Trust NSW, Leura, on 21st September. Book your seat. |
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Ask Roz Blue Mountains is now accredited as a "Quality Tourism - Sustainable Tourism Accredited Business" |
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