When you do go to the Blue Mountains - be prepared!

the best thing to do is travel by car - as I recommend Blackheath - Evans Lookout as a good introduction - nice and easy walk.

It is important to note the flora along the way - which includes the waratahs (Telopea speciossima) - best to see in early October and very rare Christmas bells (Blandfordia cunninghamii)- which is a real treat to see around January.

Other great plants to note is the Persoonia chamaepitys - along the track and the Isopogon fletcheri.

Bird enthusiasts will also be well impressed - especially by the lyre bird, and Gang Gang Cockatoo, Falcons, cuckoo and owls.

There is always something to see, hear and explore!