Julie Miller is an award-winning travel writer and author who scrapes a living doing the things she loves best – travelling, writing, watching wildlife and riding horses. She has been widely published in both Australian and international publications and is the author of six non-fiction books. Much of her inspiration come from her rural retreat near the Blue Mountains, a garden filled with animals and the colours of the seasons.

Platypus Dreaming

Platypus Dreaming

By Julie Miller

New technology using environmental DNA has revealed that one of Australia’s most beloved icons, the platypus, is thriving in Blue Mountains waterways.

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A Hotel with Heart

A Hotel with Heart

Hotel Etico, Australia’s first social enterprise hotel offers young people with special needs invaluable training in hospitality.

By Julie Miller

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Views for Days

Views for Days

Breathe in the fresh mountain air and soak up the mesmerising vistas at these easily-accessed lookouts.

By Julie Miller

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On Top of the World

On Top of the World

by Ellen Hill

 

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Bake Your Own Yulefest Cake!

Bake Your Own Yulefest Cake!

 By Ellen Hill

An exhilarating chill to the air, occasional dusting of snow, the warmth of friends and rich comfort food. Yulefest in the Blue Mountains tugs at Mate Herceg’s European heritage.

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Yulefest in the Mountains!

Yulefest in the Mountains!

By Julie Miller

From traditional Christmas fare to innovative takes on festive cuisine, there’s a Yulefest menu in the Blue Mountains to suit every palate and budget.

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