We explore the iconic ways Aussies pass the time on a road trip. It might be all about staring at the phone nowadays, but most of us remember playing a game of eye-spy in the backseat of the car when we were kids. We find out the most popular games, and where they originated from.

We explore the iconic ways Aussies pass the time on a road trip. It might be all about staring at the phone nowadays, but most of us remember playing a game of eye-spy in the backseat of the car when we were kids. We find out the most popular games, and where they originated from.

Buckle up and join host Amanda Keller on a celebration of great Australian journeys. Fuel your brain with bite-sized stories from the road and beyond as told by truckies, foodies, comedians, historical figures, and many more. Perfect for lovers of large horizons, big open roads, and the quintessentially Aussie moments which happen on them.

In this podcast, we want to celebrate journeys – big and small – and point a spotlight on all the quintessentially Australian moments which happen on the road.

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A guide to the best car games for long journeys.

The weirdest ways we stay entertained on the road!

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Australia is a big country with plenty of places to get lost in. We hear from someone whose narrow escape could have meant never being able to face his dad again.

Australia is a big country with plenty of places to get lost in. We hear from someone whose narrow escape could have meant never being able to face his dad again.

Australia is a big country with plenty of places to get lost. We hear from someone whose narrow escape could have meant never being able to face his dad again.

The great Australian tradition of getting lost.

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Corner Country, in far north-west NSW, played a significant role in Charles Sturt’s pursuit of an inland sea. Now, environmental groups, governments and others are using sculptures to raise the profile of the area – and reintroduce some old friends.

Corner Country, in far north-west NSW, played a significant role in Charles Sturt’s pursuit of an inland sea. Now, environmental groups, governments and others are using sculptures to raise the profile of the area – and reintroduce some old friends.

Sturt’s Steps has a really “big” environmental message.

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We all felt it during the lockdowns and height of the pandemic... the feeling to just drop everything and live life on the road. But for most of us, we didn't do it. But what about those who did?

We all felt it during the lockdowns and height of the pandemic... the feeling to just drop everything and live life on the road. But for most of us, we didn't do it. But what about those who did?

This vast continent offers plenty of sights and experiences. But what’s it really like to drop everything and head out on the open road to try to see it all?

The Nomad from Newcastle

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The weirdest ways we stay entertained on the road!

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