Bluey's Brisbane

Ahead of the release of the Bluey album, Justin sat down with Bluey composer Joff Bush in his South Brisbane studio to chat about the album, and also how he creates the soundtrack for our favourite Heeler family!Joff spoke about why The Creek episode has not just been a fan favourite, but also a favourite amongst the Bluey music team as well as the wider production team.And of course Sleepytime got a mention - the episode that draws tears from parents all over the world!Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

Blind Dog Donnie is one of West End's leading figures and an absolute legend on the Brisbane and Australian music scenes.A skilled guitarist, Blind Dog has shared the stage with greats like BB King and is well known for his work with outfits like the Delta Rhythm Kings.In this interview Donnie chats about his music and his beloved West End and is joined by Dillion James who is also well known on the local live music circuit.We set up in Dillion's jam studio for this interview, so it was only fitting for a live, stripped back version of Blind Dog's live favourite - the West End Shuffle.Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

This podcast is inspired by a blue dog, so it seems fitting that in this episode we've found a dog that plays the blues!We've set up the card table in Froggy Park (Orleigh Park) by the banks of the Brisbane River in West End, as seen in the See Saw episode of Bluey. (The park is also known as the Hill End Terrace Playground).The suburb was also featured in the Markets episode where Bluey and Indy run amok at the Davies Park Markets!Although West End has changed significantly over the past 20 years, the suburb still retains it's bohemian feel, and is still home to many musicians and artists.Donnie Burke, aka Blind Dog Donnie is one of West End's most beloved residents. He's a world class blues guitarist who has shared the stage with legends like BB King, and was well known for his work with the Delta Rhythm Kings.We caught up with Donnie in the jam studio of fellow blues musician Dillion James, and the pair shared their experiences of living and playing in the 'little village' that is West End.As usual we'll share some tips on days (and nights) out in West End - this is one suburb where date night options are aplenty! Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

For many years the river city woke up to the voice of Shelley Lloyd as she read the news on ABC Radio Brisbane.A veteran reporter, Shelley has over 25 years experience as a broadcaster, and has covered both federal and state politics in Canberra and Brisbane.Shelley is also a keen photographer and is well known for her wildlife shots in and around The Gap, where she calls home.In this interview Shelley chats about life in The Gap, the history of the suburb and how residents were affected when parts of The Gap were flattened during 'The Gap Storm' of 2008.Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show has just premiered in Brisbane and to celebrate we spoke to Bluey composer Joff Bush. He even brought along his melodica for a little Bluey solo!Joff has been composing for the screen for many years, but his soundtrack for Bluey has given him the kind of exposure that most composers can only dream of.And it's well deserved, with his music setting the stage for the beautiful imagery and storytelling that we see in Bluey.Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.Hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley - follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

Anne Kerr has been an educator at The Gap C&K Kindy for over three decades. The Gap Kindy is also home to the original Bob Bilby as featured in Bluey.Bob was found in a container full of puppets around 20 years ago and as Anne said - "he just jumped out and seemed to come to life".He's a determined Bilby and want's Aussie kids to know that the Bilby is an endangered species and he also wants to become the official Easter Bilby for Australia.In Season 1 of Bluey both Bob and Anne featured in the Bob Bilby episode, with Anne providing the voice for kindy teacher Mrs Retriever.Listen to Anne tell Bob's story and how he and his adventures help the kids at The Gap C&K Kindy. Did he actually go to Scotland? Find out in the pod!

In this episode Justin & Lou have set the card table up right beside the Enoggera Reservoir in the north-western suburb of The Gap. Surrounded by hills and backing onto national park, The Gap is one of Brisbane's leafiest suburbs.The Gap is also a suburb that's inspired the soundtrack of Bluey, features a couple of the show's locations, and is home to a quiet little fellow called Bob Bilby!That's right - the original Bob Bilby calls The Gap C&K Kindy home, and we'll talk to Anne Kerr who is one of the teachers, and also the voice of Mrs Retriever on Bluey. We'll hear some of Bob's story and how he helps the children at The Gap Kindy. Did he really go to Scotland?We also chat to Shelley Lloyd, a longtime journalist and newsreader with ABC Radio Brisbane and also a resident of The Gap. For many years Brisbane woke to the sound of Shelley reading the news, but she is also well known for her photography of the wildlife in and around The Gap.We find out more about our location today; the Enoggera Reservoir and the Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre, as well as ways to enjoy a Bluey Day Out in The Gap.Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family, and is hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley.Follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbaneClick here for more info on mountain bike riding in The Gap.Click here for info on the Enoggera Creek Bikeway.

Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.After a year of disruptions that saw the cancellation of Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show earlier this year, the production will be launching its national tour, kicking off at QPAC in Brisbane on December 22nd through to January 10th 2021.The great news is that due to COVID restrictions being lifted, QPAC can operate at 100% capacity, which will mean fresh tickets to the show are availble now through QPAC's website.We spoke to Brett Howe who is the Festival Director of the Out of the Box Festival, which is a biennial children's event that has been running in Brisbane for almost 30 years. Brett is also involved in Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show as an executive producer, and spoke to us down on the banks of the Brisbane River. It was right in the spot where Bluey and Bingo ballet danced their way around an ice cream lick in the Ice Cream episode, which is also the ep that you can see the QPAC building in!uey's Brisbane is hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley.Follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

Bluey's Brisbane is the podcast that explores the real life world of your favourite Heeler family.After a year of disruptions that saw the cancellation of Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show earlier this year, the production will be launching its national tour, kicking off at QPAC in Brisbane on December 22nd through to January 10th 2021.The great news is that due to COVID restrictions being lifted, QPAC can operate at 100% capacity, which will mean fresh tickets being available shortly. Sign up to their waitlist to get the word on when the tickets drop!A brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children's television series, Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show features an original story by Brisbane’s own Bluey creator Joe Brumm and new music by Brisbane based Bluey composer, Joff Bush.Thanks to our friends at QPAC we spoke to Rose Myers who is the director of Bluey's Big Play.Rose Myers is the Artistic Director of Windmill Theatre Company, an award-winning national performing arts company based in Adelaide, South Australia. A multi-Helpmann Award nominated director, her productions regularly visit leading stages and festivals around Australia and the world, including the Sydney Opera House, Melbourne’s International Comedy Festival and New York City’s New Victory Theatre.Her directing credits for Windmill include the multi-award winning Pinocchio, The Wizard of Oz, Fugitive, School Dance, Big Bad Wolf and Girl Asleep.Prior to Windmill, Rose was the Artistic Director of Arena Theatre Company and also the Artistic Director of Queensland Performing Arts Centre’s Out of the Box Festival in 2010.Rose has worked independently for ABC Television, Back to Back Theatre Company, Victorian College of the Arts, Queensland Theatre Company and Sydney Theatre Company.In 2006, she was a Creative Director for the Melbourne Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony.Bluey's Brisbane is hosted by Justin Rouillon and Lou Bromley.Follow us on Facebook and Instagram - @blueysbrisbane

Ferny Grove is home to the Brisbane Tramway Museum, which is dedicated to keeping the history of Brisbane's trams alive.Peter Hyde is the Museum President, and has been involved with the organisation for over 50 years.He spoke to Bluey's Brisbane about the history of trams in Brisbane, and what you can expect from a visit.The Brisbane Tramway Museum is open every Sunday afternoon from 12:30 to 4pm. The museum recommends you allow around two hours to experience everything that is on offer. They do not open in wet weather for operational reasons, if in doubt call the museum on 3351 1776 after noon on Sundays.