Recorded on Muruwari and Barkindji Country



In this episode, we travel north of Bourke to Enngonia, a small outback town where the red dirt roads lead to big stories, deep cultural roots, and a community bound by resilience and pride.



Located near the Queensland border, Enngonia is a place of history and heart — where First Nations heritage runs strong, and locals keep the town’s spirit alive through connection, creativity, and country hospitality. From campfire gatherings and rodeo weekends to stories of station life, Enngonia reminds us that out here, every person has a yarn worth sharing.



Through laughter, memory and stories, this episode captures the essence of life in one of NSW’s most remote communities — where the landscape is vast, but the bonds between people are close and enduring.





🌾 Episode Highlights



Community and Country

 Locals share reflections on what it means to live in Enngonia — the beauty, the isolation, and the deep pride in keeping community strong through generations.



Stories of the Past

 Hear memories of childhood on the land, schooling in the bush, and how families came together to work, celebrate and survive the challenges of outback life.



The Heart of Connection

 From the local pub to the school, residents share how Enngonia has always been a meeting place — where friendships are forged, and where the stories of First Nations and settler families intertwine.



Enngonia Public School

We speak to the students, staff and principal of this small but mighty school.



🎧 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.