Bathurst was in the national spotlight when Sunrise crossed live from Mount Panorama/Wahluu, showcasing the region to viewers across Australia.
With one of Bathurst’s most recognisable landmarks as the backdrop, the live weather crosses gave viewers a glimpse of the people, places and experiences that make the Bathurst region such a special place to visit.
Throughout the morning, Sunrise connected with local tourism operators and personalities, sharing some of the stories and experiences waiting to be discovered across the region.
Local stories in the spotlight
Among those featured was Jill Grady from award-winning RedGround Australia, highlighting one of the region’s distinctive local food and farm experiences.
And there was one local star who certainly made an impression, Quick the dog, showing off his truffle-finding talents and even sneezing on command.
Brad Owen, Manager of the National Motor Racing Museum, joined the broadcast from Mount Panorama, home to one of Australia’s most famous racing circuits and an essential stop for motorsport fans visiting Bathurst.
Viewers were also introduced to Jhob Drinkwater from History Hill Museum & Underground Mine, offering a taste of the fascinating gold-mining history that can be discovered just a short drive from Bathurst.
A Morning Showcasing Bathurst
The Sunrise weather crosses provided a wonderful opportunity to share Bathurst with a national audience and highlight just some of the experiences that visitors can enjoy while exploring the region.
From the iconic Mount Panorama/Wahluu and fascinating museums to local produce, heritage attractions and memorable characters, there is always more to discover in Bathurst.
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