A Little Bit Dusty

The March For Australia Protest

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:02:19 GMT

12 months since the last episode but this is worth sharing!

My take on the March For Australia protest, a great day at the Sydney march on August 31. All marching for one reason, one Australia, no problems.

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Exploring Oz And Making Memories Pt 2

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 04:40:18 GMT

We continue our chat and rip in to WA, Sea Lions, Quokkas, broken air conditioners and a whole lot more.

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Exploring Oz And Making Memories

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:37:30 GMT

In this episode we dive in to a portion of my parents 12 month trip around Australia. We go through a few states, bakeries, lakes and more. There's a few parts to this yarn...very inspiring to check out more of this great country.

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I Can't Believe We Nearly Stayed Here

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 03:59:24 GMT

In this episode, I talk about some of the shows we've done, travelling out on the open road and a place we stayed at in Malborough...for about 5 minutes!

Mum and Dad will be on the next episode so keep an ear out for that!

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Sightseeing Townsville, The Open Road and More!

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 07:21:11 GMT

Bit more to yarn about this week. We've gone down to Caloundra then back UP to Townsville , a week layover in Cairns before we head down to the goldi. Loving it up here!

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From Campfire To Stage Light - QLD Tour!

Sun, 16 Jun 2024 06:15:11 GMT

In this episode I'm in sunny Cairns finishing up this leg of the tour. This show will take place in the following towns

Caloundra - 18 June

Townsville - 22 June

Ipswich - 30 June

Gladstone - 2 July

Mackay - 3 July

Bundaberg - 6 July

Logan - 11 July

Gold Coast - 12 July

Redlands - 13 July

Toowoomba - 14 July

Audio adventures @bignoisesyd

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Kasey Chambers At Tilba Winery

Sun, 02 Jul 2023 08:11:52 GMT

In this episode, I talk about my time in the Shoalhaven disctrict and Tilba working with RnR Productions for a five day stint. Great yarn about the scenic sights along the way and a sketchy drive home on the way back! We have ads now which means more of you are listening so a big thanks! A lot of work goes in to each episode so the more support along the way means possible revenue in the future.

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The St Ives Agricultural Show!

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:01:25 GMT

In this episode I take you through the St Ives Agricultural Show live and go through some of the highlights and family favourites. A few of the things talked about on here can be seen on the ALBD instagram @a_littlebitdusty ! Enjoy the episode, please leave a comment and a rating as it helps the podcast grow and become bigger and better.

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We're Back! My time at the Easter Show and MEATSTOCK!

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 05:30:32 GMT

It's been a while! Here is my recap of the Easter Show and Meatstock, we're in to series 4! After a big hiatus A Little Bit Dusty is back to provide you all with all sorts of yarns from the outback and the bush. Instagram @a_littlebitdusty , twitter @ BigTys93

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Series Finale - Want More Bush?

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 10:53:14 GMT

Closing ep for series three, I'd love your help on who to chat with next for series 4!

Stay tuned

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Are You Bogged Mate? With Mary O'Brien

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:09:43 GMT

In this episode I chat to Mary O'Brien from Are You Bogged Mate? We chat about mental health in the outback, staff shortages, the history of the organisation and more!

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Back To The Bush Part 2

Fri, 05 Aug 2022 05:30:52 GMT

We continue our chat from the previous episode, highlighting accountability of beauracrats, burning practises and more!

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Super exciting episode coming out next Friday too!

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Back To The Bush Part 1

Fri, 22 Jul 2022 05:30:42 GMT

In this episode I chat with Bushie, a very intelligent bloke who has spent endless hours between sydney to the blue mountains maintaining, protecting and studying the environments we all love exploring. This one was a lengthy one so part 2 will be out next week.

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The Silly Swagman

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 05:30:18 GMT

In this episode I chat to Jason Matts, otherwise known as The Silly Swagman about all sorts of things when heading out in to the bush or wilderness and more.

This one was a rippa! Let me know what you think via a comment or review

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Pack Light, Travel Smart - Suzy Sainovski

Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:06:53 GMT

In this episode I chat to Suzy Sainovski who volunteered at MMB and travelled there in her 22 year old Holden Astra! She goes in to detail about some of the other amazing lakes and places she went to around Broken Hill as well!

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Even As A Teacher, You're Always Learning! Trevor Galbraith

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:29:14 GMT

In this episode, I chat to Trevor Galbraith who has been a teacher for 42 years and is making an EPIC trip to Mundi Mundi all the way from Kalgoorlie.

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Take The Kids, They'll Love It! - Natalie Cole

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 03:18:41 GMT

In this episode I chat to Natalie Cole who volunteered as a dunny angel! She's taking more of her family this time and outlines why it's such a great event for ALL ages

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My First Outback Experience - Debbie Ford

Fri, 10 Jun 2022 06:28:16 GMT

In this episode I chat to Debbie Cole, who shares her FIRST outback experience and some highlights along the way.

Make sure you subscribe to keep up to date with each release, we're on every platform so not hard to find!

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The Mundi Mundi Bash + Quick Yarns At The Event

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 08:33:10 GMT

First ep back! In this ep of series three I'll go through some highlights of the event as well as some chats with some of the staff, volunteers and punters.

VOL SPOTS FOR AUG MUNDI MUNDI BASH ARE STILL AVAILABLE

Have a look at some of the photos from the trip via instagram @a_littlebitdusty

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Series 2 Done, What's Next?

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 09:31:41 GMT

Now that series two is finished what's in store for this podcast? This short episode will let you know!

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Debrah Novak pt 2

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 03:10:41 GMT

In this episode we continue our chat with Debrah Novak about all things food, water and community.

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Clarence Valley, The Importance Of Food Origins and Community With Debrah Novak Part 1

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 04:30:14 GMT

In this ep, I chat to Debrah Novak who has been involved in many aspects of the Australian food and agriculture industries including being appointed President of the NSW Farmers Markets Association. This was a lengthy one so it's split into two parts. A very important conversation highlighting the importance of where your food comes from!

Like, subscribe and leave a review on the episode! Would love to know what you thought about the episode!

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What The Outback Taught Me With Isaac Holmes

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 04:30:58 GMT

In this episode I chat to a friend of mine Isaac Holmes about what peaked his interest into heading outback and working, living and learning out there.

This has been one of my favourite yarns to date so enjoy!

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It's All About The Bush! With Jake Cassar Bushcraft

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:51:15 GMT

I was finally able to have the opportunity to speak with Jake Cassar from Jake Cassar Bushcraft. We go into everything from learning how to be sufficient in the bush to caring for the land to mental health and well-being.

Let us know what you think, leave a comment and review! More wicked content is available on our instagram @a_littlebitdusty

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Meeting Ron Pike, His Book and Another Recommendation from Bill Marsh

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:37:32 GMT

In this episode I go over my day meeting Ron Pike in person, as well as his book he gifted to me followed by a review of another novel from Bill Swampy Marsh

https://www.irrigator.com.au/story/7571885/mias-patriotic-bushy-releases-new-book/

https://www.booktopia.com.au/great-australian-outback-nurses-stories-bill-marsh/book/9780733333163.html?source=pla&gclid=Cj0KCQiAosmPBhCPARIsAHOen-NTfAnZDL6RDszWo6oZn5bdXIImCvIRTTeaSeCJ9V0hlsjb8ldBec4aAg8MEALw_wcB

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What other guests or topics would you like for future episodes? Let me know in the comments!

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Challenges In The Dairy Industry With Ben Gledhill

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 08:44:05 GMT

In this episode, I get in contact with Ben Gledhill who's a fourth generation dairy farmer from northern Victoria. We talk about how the water market is affecting farmers from his perspective and much more. Enjoy!

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Sold Down The River and an End Of Year Review

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 09:59:37 GMT

In this episode I chat about the book 'Sold Down The River' by Scott Hamilton and Stuart Kells.

As this is this the last episode for the year I give a short review of the podcast as well.

What kind of conversations would you like to hear in next years episodes? Let me know in the rate and review section of whatever podcast platform you're using.

A Little Bit Dusty will be back in 2022! Follow the instagram @a_littlebitdusty and on twitter @BigTys93

We'll have more stories on all things country, rural and outback Aus next year, thanks so much for the support!

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Australian Pork With Scott Graham , Part 2

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 04:30:39 GMT

In this episode we continue our chat with Scott Graham , learning more about the pork industry and the hard work it takes to run a free range pig farm.

Please like, subscribe and leave a 5 star review so other fans can find us with ease :)

Enjoy the episode!

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Australian Pork With Scott Graham , Part 1

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:30:59 GMT

The first episode back for another series! Asking the big questions in this one, these two episodes focus on Australian Pork and the lack of it on our supermarket shelves with guest Scott Graham from Mirrabooka Pork.

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10 - Series Finale. "Proper Cowboy Shit" With Zack Dyer

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:12:05 GMT

The last episode for series one and who better to wrap it up than Townsville's Zack Dyer.

There's some gems in here so enjoy! This one needs a language warning.

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09 - Muster's, 4WD's and BnS Balls With Cameron Buckley

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:19:36 GMT

In this episode we chat to a good mate of mine about some of his adventures over the last 5 years highlighting the Deni Ute Muster, plenty of BnS Balls as well as some of the music around the culture.

Check the instagram ( a_littlebitdusty ) for some wicked photos taken by Cam himself.

Next week marks the final episode of series one!

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08 - Growing Up In The Country, What A Yarn Can Lead To And A Passion For Rugby

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:22:12 GMT

In this episode we chat to Tim Beach who grew up in Warren and is a property and livestock agent at Ray White Rural Dubbo. We dive into the importance of sports and social clubs for small towns and communities as well as working on the land and where that can lead.

This episode was recorded before covid hit regional NSW, I'm hoping that they get through it so tourism and high spirits can hit these areas sooner rather that later; none the less we cover some great topics here so enjoy!

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Thanks for the ongoing support, the numbers are growing!

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07 - Life In The Bush As An Emergency Services Veteran, Michael Cummins

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:23:59 GMT

In this episode we chat to Michael Cummins who spent 30 years as a policeman in rural Victoria as well as being involved in many other emergency services roles. He shares some great stories, humorous and thrilling followed by the support needed for those in the force and how the job impacts their mental health.

Due to the nature of this topic we do talk about topics such as suicide, alcoholism, murder and domestic violence so listener discretion is advised.

Follow the A Little Bit Dusty Instagram page @a_littlebitdusty for some photos of adventures of the future guests as well as podcast updates and news.

Enjoy!

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06 - Australia's Biggest Issue - Talking All Things Water With Ron Pike Pt2

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 10:46:50 GMT

Second part of my chat with Ron Pike, the first part has made its way to Keith Pitt which is fantastic news. This episode closes off the conversation and ends on a lighter note with some travelling advice. Like the first ep, we do chat about topics such as domestic violence, suicide and drug and alcohol abuse so listener discretion is advised. These are the things that take place when towns can not afford to purchase water due to an inflated market and bureaucracies prioritising water licenses to those who simply do not need it. These two episodes are of upmost importance, anyone who has been to ANY rural or country town MUST LISTEN AND SHARE THIS TWO PART CHAT Ron's work can be found here https://quadrant.org.au/writer/ron-pike/ Follow the A Little Bit Dusty instagram @ a_littlebitdusty for more podcast updates and bush and dirt stories, photos, etc.

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05 - Australia's Biggest Issue. Talking All Things Water With Ron Pike pt 1

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 10:49:22 GMT

The most important episode to date. This conversation will be split into two episodes due to the detail we go into of all things water shortage, corruption, foreign purchases of water licenses, inflating the water market and the devastating impact it has on regional Australia and the general population.

Warning: this conversation contains topics like mental health, suicide, domestic violence and drug and alcohol abuse.

Ron's work can be found here

https://quadrant.org.au/writer/ron-pike/

https://omny.fm/shows/the-alan-jones-breakfast-show/alan-jones-ron-pike

https://www.2gb.com/farmers-desperate-plea-that-every-australian-needs-to-hear/

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04 - Life Up North, Exquisite Animals and Farm Tales with Danielle Walker

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:57:55 GMT

In her busy schedule I was lucky enough to squeeze in a quick chat with Townsville comedian (now residing in Sydney) Danielle Walker!

From fridge notes, warmer climates, cassowaries and harmonicas she covers a wide range of topics that will make your belly sore with laughter.

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03 - Birds, Lead and the Importance of Community with Tiarne Harris

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 11:28:17 GMT

Tiarne Harris works in Ecology Science and embarked on a very interesting project, collecting data from sparrows to understand the impact the lead in the area has on wildlife and the community too! A very exciting adventure trawling through Broken Hill and Fowlers Gap.

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02 - Mundi Mundi Bash And How My Outback Interest Started

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:51:19 GMT

An update on the Mundi Mundi Bash Festival plus an insight into some of my travels which started my interest in rural Australia. New guest next week!

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Moree, Cotton Farms and Comedy With Nick Capper

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:47:04 GMT

A very special guest Nick Capper talking about his origins in Boomi and tips and tricks for those who want to hit the road for the first time!

Subscribe, share it around and stay tuned for the next one!

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A Little Bit Dusty - Intro

Sat, 15 May 2021 05:37:00 GMT

A podcast covering all things rural, country and outback Australia from the perspective of a Sydney sider with a guest each week.

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