Introduction
You’ve probably heard the phrase “outback Australia” before. It’s a term that’s thrown around to describe the rural and remote areas of our country. If you’re like most people, though, you probably have no idea what actually goes on in these areas beyond the stereotype of unsophisticated people living in small towns full of flies and dust next to giant dust storms.
Fortunately for us all, there’s more than just flies and dust out there — especially when it comes to crafts! I’ve spent my fair share of time traveling through rural Australia over the past few years visiting friends and family who live in places like Walgett (NSW), Coonabarabran (NSW), Warwick (QLD), Emerald (QLD) and many more communities across this vast nation. And while I’ll never deny that there is some truth behind those stereotypes about simple folk living apart from society who don’t know how electricity works or how toilets flush properly, I also love discovering all sorts of hidden gems when exploring these regions on foot or by car:
You will learn about a side of Australia that many people don’t see.
Rural Australia is a big part of the country, and it’s not just about farming and mining. Rural Australia also has artists, musicians, craftsmen and people who keep tradition alive. Rural Australia is filled with people who like to have fun in a unique way that only they can do. If you visit rural areas in Australia, there will be plenty of things for you to do!
You can get first-hand experience with traditional crafts.
The best way to learn about any craft is by getting your hands dirty. You can do this by visiting a rural area and seeing how things are made, or you could even take up the craft yourself. You’ll learn how it’s done, what materials are used and how they’re put together–and then you can discover new ways of using those materials when you go home!
The rural areas of Australia are filled with artists and craftsmen who make beautiful items that are worth a look.
The rural areas of Australia are filled with artists and craftsmen who make beautiful items that are worth a look.
You can get first hand experience with traditional crafts and learn about a side of Australia that many people don’t see.
Conclusion
So, when you’re next in Australia, why not take a look at some of these amazing crafts? You’ll be surprised just how much there is to see and learn about.
