VILLAGES Gulargambone Part 2
Season 3, Episode 5, Nov 18, 12:50 AM
Gulargambone is a little town on the Castlereagh River, halfway between Gilgandra and Coonamble. Surrounded by farms and wide-open spaces, it's a peaceful place where people look out for each other.
The town has a reputation for being a bit different, colourful,artistic and creative, the first in Australia to have a community-owned post office, and also run a fantastic little community cafe called 2828. With a refurbished pub & hotel it's a great spot to grab a coffee or lemonade, a bite to eat, and then check out some stunning street art and murals. Gular’s public art includes well-known artists Kasper, Suki, Zac Craig, Viki Murray, John Murray, Manda Lane, Michael Bourke, Leo Uribe, Brian Campbell and local Gamileroi man Frank Wright to name a few.
In this Episode we hear interviews from people in Gulargambone NSW, Wailwan and Gamilaroi Country. This episode features stories, memories and reflections about Gular- as it is known by the locals.
Gulargambone is a little town on the Castlereagh River, halfway between Gilgandra and Coonamble. Surrounded by farms and wide-open spaces, it's a peaceful place where people look out for each other.
The town has a reputation for being a bit different, colourful,artistic and creative, the first in Australia to have a community-owned post office, and also run a fantastic little community cafe called 2828. With a refurbished pub & hotel it's a great spot to grab a coffee or lemonade, a bite to eat, and then check out some stunning street art and murals. Gular’s public art includes well-known artists Kasper, Suki, Zac Craig, Viki Murray, John Murray, Manda Lane, Michael Bourke, Leo Uribe, Brian Campbell and local Gamileroi man Frank Wright to name a few.
If you're ever driving through the area, be sure to stop!
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Episode Features:
Join Annett Fisher at the 2828 Cafe, a local space in Gulargambone. Annett tells us all about how this special community cafe got started and how it's run by local volunteers. It’s a great place to see how friendly and helpful the people here are and reflects the collective spirit of this town. Feel the positive energy and generosity that makes Gular.
Dr. Mary Anne Jebb gives a fascinating history about Gulargambone and the surrounding local area. She shares the ins and outs of the past and significant events from over the years.
Tammy Nichols speaks about her work and gives a great insight into how small towns need community members to keep things rolling! Gulargambone was worried about losing its post office, so the locals decided to take charge. In 2000, they formed a group called GRTC and took over the post office. Now, it’s a community hub offering all sorts of services, from banking to government help.
We chatted with James Best, a farmer with a fascinating story. He'll tell us about his life on the land, the challenges he's faced, and how it's shaped who he is. We'll also hear about some hilarious goat races! It's a candid conversation with ups and downs.
We sat down with Colin Ryan. Get ready for a delightful conversation as Colin shares his personal story, early childhood, and the importance of catching the radio ‘serial’ to a young fella. Australian radio shows have been a big part of our culture for over 40 years. There were shows for everyone – from exciting adventures and funny comedies to dramas, kids' shows, and chat shows. Colin has been a big part of his community and part of huge impactful projects and campaigns.
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Find out more about Gulargambone:
Pave the Way to Galah Art Festival:
https://www.gulargambone.com.au/
Silo Art Trail:
https://www.australiansiloarttrail.com/gulargambone-street-art-town
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Special thanks to Dr. Mary Anne Jebb
You can find a number of her published works from great book retailers.
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Thanks to all the Gulargambone participants & Rainy King
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The Outback Outloud Podcast was designed and produced by Signal Creative’s Emma Hoy and Caroline Wallace. Outback Outloud is an ongoing project collaboration between Signal Creative and Outback Arts. The Outback Outloud community project and workshop series was designed, managed and delivered by Signal Creative. Special Guest team member in 2024 is Dr. Mary Anne Jebb. Outback Outloud is funded by Create NSW and Outback Arts.
Podcast Audio Production, Music and Sound Design by Emma Hoy
Podcast Audio Editing Assistant is Caroline Wallace
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Facebook: @signalcreativenet
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Like, subscribe, rate, review!
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The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Outback Outloud Podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Signal Creative and Outback Arts 2024.
Gulargambone is a little town on the Castlereagh River, halfway between Gilgandra and Coonamble. Surrounded by farms and wide-open spaces, it's a peaceful place where people look out for each other.
The town has a reputation for being a bit different, colourful,artistic and creative, the first in Australia to have a community-owned post office, and also run a fantastic little community cafe called 2828. With a refurbished pub & hotel it's a great spot to grab a coffee or lemonade, a bite to eat, and then check out some stunning street art and murals. Gular’s public art includes well-known artists Kasper, Suki, Zac Craig, Viki Murray, John Murray, Manda Lane, Michael Bourke, Leo Uribe, Brian Campbell and local Gamileroi man Frank Wright to name a few.
If you're ever driving through the area, be sure to stop!
…..
Episode Features:
Join Annett Fisher at the 2828 Cafe, a local space in Gulargambone. Annett tells us all about how this special community cafe got started and how it's run by local volunteers. It’s a great place to see how friendly and helpful the people here are and reflects the collective spirit of this town. Feel the positive energy and generosity that makes Gular.
Dr. Mary Anne Jebb gives a fascinating history about Gulargambone and the surrounding local area. She shares the ins and outs of the past and significant events from over the years.
Tammy Nichols speaks about her work and gives a great insight into how small towns need community members to keep things rolling! Gulargambone was worried about losing its post office, so the locals decided to take charge. In 2000, they formed a group called GRTC and took over the post office. Now, it’s a community hub offering all sorts of services, from banking to government help.
We chatted with James Best, a farmer with a fascinating story. He'll tell us about his life on the land, the challenges he's faced, and how it's shaped who he is. We'll also hear about some hilarious goat races! It's a candid conversation with ups and downs.
We sat down with Colin Ryan. Get ready for a delightful conversation as Colin shares his personal story, early childhood, and the importance of catching the radio ‘serial’ to a young fella. Australian radio shows have been a big part of our culture for over 40 years. There were shows for everyone – from exciting adventures and funny comedies to dramas, kids' shows, and chat shows. Colin has been a big part of his community and part of huge impactful projects and campaigns.
…..
Find out more about Gulargambone:
Pave the Way to Galah Art Festival:
https://www.gulargambone.com.au/
Silo Art Trail:
https://www.australiansiloarttrail.com/gulargambone-street-art-town
…..
Special thanks to Dr. Mary Anne Jebb
You can find a number of her published works from great book retailers.
…..
Thanks to all the Gulargambone participants & Rainy King
…..
The Outback Outloud Podcast was designed and produced by Signal Creative’s Emma Hoy and Caroline Wallace. Outback Outloud is an ongoing project collaboration between Signal Creative and Outback Arts. The Outback Outloud community project and workshop series was designed, managed and delivered by Signal Creative. Special Guest team member in 2024 is Dr. Mary Anne Jebb. Outback Outloud is funded by Create NSW and Outback Arts.
Podcast Audio Production, Music and Sound Design by Emma Hoy
Podcast Audio Editing Assistant is Caroline Wallace
Follow us
www.signalcreative.net
Facebook: @signalcreativenet
Instagram: @signalcreative
Like, subscribe, rate, review!
…..
The views, information, or opinions expressed during the Outback Outloud Podcast series are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Signal Creative and Outback Arts 2024.