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Ian, a charcoal maker, after a hard day of work

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15kg bags of charcoal: A story of showing up

When Bush Chaplain Jennie heard that local charcoal makers Karen and Ian needed a hand, she rolled up her sleeves, not expecting to spend two days lifting 15kg bags of charcoal in the heat and dust.

Millie Hanlon August 31, 2026

Dave Parker, Frontier Services National Director

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Introducing Dave Parker, our National Director

Before he’d even settled into his desk, Dave Parker was on a plane to Darwin. Meet Frontier Services’ new National Director, and discover what leadership, legacy and standing with people in the bush mean to him.

Millie Hanlon August 26, 2026

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Inside an Outback Links trip to Cowell, SA

When Outback Links volunteers arrived in Cowell, they left three days later having built a carport, laid paving, and made a real difference in one family’s life. Here’s a look inside the trip.

Millie Hanlon July 29, 2026

Two emus in remote outback Australia with red dirt and scrubland

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Healing through Country: A conversation with Bush Chaplain Kirsty Burgu 

In this Q&A for NAIDOC Week 2026, First Nations Bush Chaplain Kirsty Burgu — a proud Ngarinyin Worrorra woman and member of the Mowanjum community — reflects on her role serving remote communities in the West Kimberley, her deep connection to Country, and what 50 Years of Deadly means to her and her community.

Millie Hanlon July 3, 2026

Red dirt road in remote outback Australia

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Yarning, art and Country: Inside the NOSCI Workshop

Bush Chaplain Ric Payne shares her experience at the NOSCI art workshop, walking alongside the Nhanda community in Northampton WA during NAIDOC Week 2026.

Millie Hanlon July 3, 2026

Fuel pump showing high diesel prices during fuel shortages in rural Australia

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Fuel support to help volunteers reach remote communities

Fuel costs remain high across rural and remote Australia, with growing uncertainty around supply creating additional pressure for communities already managing long distances and limited services.

Justin Ackland April 24, 2026

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In some remote communities, fuel isn’t just expensive – it’s running out

Fuel costs remain high across rural and remote Australia, with growing uncertainty around supply creating additional pressure for communities already managing long distances and limited services.

Millie Hanlon March 24, 2026

Dog standing on the back of a ute in rural Australia, reflecting everyday life affected by fuel prices in remote Australia

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When fuel isn’t optional: How rising prices are impacting life in the bush

Fuel isn’t optional in the bush. Rising prices are affecting everyday travel, work and access to essentials for people living in rural and remote Australia.

Millie Hanlon March 16, 2026

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Rain across the Flinders Ranges brings relief – and repair

After years of drought, heavy rain has transformed parts of South Australia’s Flinders Ranges. Creeks are running and dams are full, but flood damage and road closures are also creating new challenges. Bush Chaplain Sunny Kadaparambil shares what communities are experiencing on the ground.

Justin Ackland March 5, 2026

15kg bags of charcoal: A story of showing up

Introducing Dave Parker, our National Director

Inside an Outback Links trip to Cowell, SA

Healing through Country: A conversation with Bush Chaplain Kirsty Burgu

Yarning, art and Country: Inside the NOSCI Workshop

Fuel support to help volunteers reach remote communities

In some remote communities, fuel isn’t just expensive – it’s running out

When fuel isn’t optional: How rising prices are impacting life in the bush

Rain across the Flinders Ranges brings relief – and repair

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