St George keeps pulling us back — and it’s easy to see why. Big skies, flowing rivers, great food and country charm make this town the perfect launchpad for exploring Queensland’s quiet, beautiful southwest.

Every now and then, you meet people on the road who feel like old friends. Mel and Susie’s bush poetry, humour, and warm-heartedness made us instant fans — and lifelong mates.

We rolled into Lightning Ridge for the third time — this visit a little muddier than usual. After dodging puddles and slick backroads, both the moho and Jimny looked rally-ready and well-travelled.

We’re chasing warmth in Northern NSW and Queensland’s hidden thermal pools — from the soothing hot springs at Burren Junction to the steamy delights of the north, each dip is a refreshing escape into nature.

Narrabri was a familiar dot on our map — we’d passed through before, but this time we decided to linger and take a closer look.

We rolled into Baradine with no big expectations and left a few days later completely charmed.

While in town, we couldn’t skip a quick visit to the Big Bogan — cheeky as ever and just as good for a second round of photos.

This was our second visit to Cobar, so we stayed for two nights this time to get a proper feel for the place.

Our journey from Warrnambool to Cobar marked the beginning of a new chapter, chasing the sun and warmer days.

Selling our house in Melbourne was one of the biggest decisions we’ve ever made — and one of the best. Letting go of bricks and mortar gave us the freedom to live life on the road full-time.

Without the usual cascade of water, the sheer basalt cliffs took centre stage, revealing the volcanic history that shaped this area.

We’ve got some great news about our serious looking little girl :)

A quick stop through Coober Pedy on our 17hr drive to Adelaide!

We arrived dusty and travel-worn, but Alice Springs greeted us with warmth, colour and comfort. From quirky cafes to red desert sunsets — don’t believe everything you read about Alice.

Things often take a quick turn when you least expect it!

Don’t rush Uluru — take a few days to soak in the stories, landscapes and stillness. We explored by foot, watched the rock glow at sunset, and came away with full hearts and red-tinged boots.

Massive, mysterious and far less crowded than Uluru, Kata Tjuṯa blew us away. We wandered among towering domes, soaked in the silence, and left feeling tiny, dusty, and full of quiet awe.

A breathtaking rim walk, dramatic sandstone cliffs, and a peaceful Garden of Eden — Kings Canyon delivered some of the most stunning outback views we've seen. A true Northern Territory highlight.

Often when travelling together it’s great to visit places individually so that we have a different point of view.

Gorgeous! Definitely a bucket list gorge!