Wandering Outback

And why we'd do it all again! June in the Red Centre is nothing short of spectacular, and we look forward to it rolling around each year because it means camping time in the desert! We’re talking clear, sunny blue winter skies by day and dark starry cool nights. It’s peak season for a reason, so naturally, we thought it was the perfect time to take our six-month-old Frenchie pup, Lady, on her maiden camping voyage: an easy 3-day, 2-night camping trip to Yulara to visit Uluru

We recently revisited an old favourite in the Red Centre, Uluru & Kata Tjura, with Lady our pup as her maiden camping voyage. Here is our complete itinerary to help you create your own dream itinerary to explore these sacred sites using these dog friendly stops and tips. Yes you absolutely CAN visit with your dog, it just takes some planning! Steal our complete itinerary here - Day 1: The Golden Rule and Desert Sunsets The journey begins with the ultimate rule of the outback:

Lady Penelope of Fartsville's maiden voyage, a 1500km roadtrip from Adelaide to Alice So you want to travel to the Red Centre with your dog? Read on You might be wondering how on earth you’re going to see any of the iconic sights out here with your fur baby. Trust me, I get it, it is a bit of a minefield when you first look at the maps and realise just how strict the national park rules are, it can feel a bit daunting even for locals. But as a fellow dog owner and someone who

I want to share a secret with you, maybe even a slightly controversial opinion. In over 10 years of exploring the Red Centre, Wurre / Rainbow Valley is my absolute favourite place. That’s a big call, I know. Wurre is a significant bush tucker dreaming site and a deeply important traditional ceremony place, land of the Upper Southern Arrernte Aboriginal people. When you walk here, you are stepping into an ancient, unbroken story. Whether you make the long day trip or camp over

I was having a really rough day recently, the kind where the tension just wouldn't leave my body, I decided to drive out of town for a "liquid lunch" (aka a latte!) just to breathe. It’s an easy, 20 minute trip from Alice Springs on bitumen, which makes it perfect for a quick getaway. For a pretty drive, you can take the Honeymoon Gap loop one way on the way in or home. It is a favourite local scenic drive close to town. I got there around 12:30 and almost turned the car arou

You may have guessed that I am a total travel lover, but I’ll be the first to admit that travel causes a huge amount of stress. My AuADHD brain might crave the unpredictability, but it also quickly overwhelms me and crashes my nervous system. Over time, I’ve developed specific workarounds to stop the worry and the panic, here are some of my tips: I use my research time as a sensory deep dive special interest. It’s not a chore, it’s part of the travel experience. In fact, rese

Want to know where the locals eat in Alice Springs? This post shares (in my opinion anyway!) the 14 best local restaurants & cafes in town. While we have a lot of other more generic options, these are town favourites many tucked away and can be hard to find without insider knowledge. Tuck in! 1. Page 27 📍 Address: 27 Todd Mall (Fan Arcade) ⏰ Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Sat–Sun: 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM. 🍴 The Food: A quirky menu featuring seasonal nourish bowls, exceptiona

Impactful Souvenir Guide for Central Australia I like to think that when you buy a souvenir in Central Australia your choice can act as a vote for the kind of world you want to live in. By shopping intentionally you directly support local families preserve the world oldest living culture and fund grassroots programs that make a real difference in desert communities. These days we want to make sure our money goes into local hands, or supports programs that make a difference. T

We had been toying with the idea of walking the rim in the late afternoon for sunset, but the deep fear of heights kept taking over. The constant trickle of people heading up Heartbreak Hill had me feeling disappointed in my crippling anxiety over the thought of being stuck on a crowded ledge, the fear building up inside. On our first night, we had actually sat at the stunning bar at Discovery Resorts – Kings Canyon, overlooking the Light-Towers installation, nursing our drin

Heading along Namatjira drive in the late afternoon sun, we had decided on a whim to head out of town to the quiet magic of the West Macs for some nervous system tonic. The drive was stunning in golden hour, the wild heather, paper daisies and grass glowing. Just as we were sinking into the escape from our daily lives, a giant old camel became visible on the road in front of us, glowing patches of fluffy hair on his neck. Slowing down, we realised he was not planning to move.

Sandstone bluff heart at Wurre/Rainbow Valley Dear Alice Springs, I offer my deepest gratitude and humble respect to the Arrernte people, the Traditional Custodians of Mparntwe. I am profoundly grateful for the privilege of living and working on this ancient, sacred country, land where sovereignty was never ceded and spirit lives strong. Fourteen years ago, my family arrived for what was meant to be a one year sabbatical and we never left. What we found was an incredible tape