Recorded on Wailwan Country



In this episode, we head to Quambone, a small farming town on the edge of the Macquarie Marshes, where the landscape and the people are inextricably linked. Life here moves with the rhythm of the seasons — shaped by water, land, and a deep respect for both.



Through stories of family, farming, and the local school, we hear how Quambone’s people stay connected to each other and to country. From vivid memories of growing up in the district to reflections on what it means to raise the next generation in a remote community, this episode paints a warm, authentic portrait of a town that’s proud, practical, and full of heart.



🌾 Episode Highlights



Quambone Memories

 Locals share personal stories from across the decades — from shearing sheds and dusty roads to dances, floods, and family milestones. These are the voices that hold the living memory of Quambone.



Farming in the Macquarie Marshes

 Farmers and graziers talk about working the land in one of Australia’s most unique ecosystems — balancing livelihoods with care for the marshes, and the challenges and beauty of life on this delicate floodplain.



Quambone Public School

 Students, teachers, and parents from this small but spirited rural school share what learning and community life look like in the bush — where every face is familiar, and education is truly a team effort.



🎧 Production Credits



Outback Outloud is created by Emma Hoy in collaboration with Outback Arts.

 Special guest contributors in 2025: Dr Mary Anne Jebb, Andrew Hull, and Marnie Vaughn.

 Funded by the Regional Arts Fund and Outback Arts.