INTERVIEWS
Welcome to Interviews, where we share stories and perspectives of local personalities in the Blue Mountains and surrounding areas. Our goal is to highlight the diverse and fascinating individuals who call this region home, and to provide a glimpse into their unique experiences and perspectives.
From community leaders to local artists, we strive to bring you a wide range of voices and perspectives, and to showcase the rich cultural tapestry of the Blue Mountains. So, join us as we sit down with these inspiring individuals and learn more about what makes this region so special.

Mark Bryce - local cultural icon
"The statistics from the last 30 days show an average of 1,988 unique visitors a day in the last month. Back in 2017, when we first started, I was pretty...
Mark Bryce - local cultural icon
"The statistics from the last 30 days show an average of 1,988 unique visitors a day in the last month. Back in 2017, when we first started, I was pretty...

Andy Collins - pastor and hiker
Andy Collins and his son Ben decided to locate and follow the legendary Engineer’s Track all the way down the Grose Valley. He explains what happened next. Q: Why...
Andy Collins - pastor and hiker
Andy Collins and his son Ben decided to locate and follow the legendary Engineer’s Track all the way down the Grose Valley. He explains what happened next. Q: Why...

Natasha Daniloff: painter
Natasha Daniloff is a Mountains painter well known for her powerful local landscapes. She talked to us about art and living in the Blue Mountains. Q: How long have...
Natasha Daniloff: painter
Natasha Daniloff is a Mountains painter well known for her powerful local landscapes. She talked to us about art and living in the Blue Mountains. Q: How long have...

Caring for Country
Will Batson is Area Manager for the Upper Blue Mountains with the National Parks and Wildlife Service. We asked about some of the challenges and rewards of his hugely important...
Caring for Country
Will Batson is Area Manager for the Upper Blue Mountains with the National Parks and Wildlife Service. We asked about some of the challenges and rewards of his hugely important...

New history of the Blue Mountains!
A surprising number of readers suggested I publish a collection of these (non-existent) columns!
New history of the Blue Mountains!
A surprising number of readers suggested I publish a collection of these (non-existent) columns!

New cards available
We're pleased to introduce a series of gift cards of Blue Mountains views from the sketchbook of local artist Alex Snellgrove. Available from shops and information centres or from our own...
New cards available
We're pleased to introduce a series of gift cards of Blue Mountains views from the sketchbook of local artist Alex Snellgrove. Available from shops and information centres or from our own...