Editor’s Letter
JESS WILKINSON
Editor
As we embark on this edition of Journey Beyond magazine, I’m reminded of the ways in which travel shapes our understanding of the world and ourselves. Travel is not just about moving from one place to another; it’s about uncovering stories and moments of wonder, and forging connections.
One of my favourite pieces from this issue is our interview with Outback Spirit guides Karen and Daryl (page 44), where we get to see travel through the eyes of those who live and breathe the landscapes of the Red Centre. Their love for the region and their stories remind us that the true essence of a journey lies not just in the destination, but in the shared experiences and connections we make along the way.
When we talk about uncovering stories, these can be of the past present, or future. When we visit the Alice Springs Telegraph Station for example (page 58), we are not just stepping into a historical site, we are tapping into a story of the past; the pioneering spirit that bridged vast distances and united a nation. It’s a journey back in time, offering a deeper appreciation of human resilience and innovation.
Moments of wonder come via the simple awe of travel, usually through our new surrounds that serve as a reminder of our place in the world. The outback night sky, with its untouched darkness, invites us to look up and marvel at the how expansive the universe is. Stargazing (page 32) acts as a humbling experience, and it is in these moments of quiet reflection, away from the artificial lights of our daily lives, that we get to take a moment of pause.
Whether you are exploring new destinations or revisiting familiar ones, I hope you find a deeper connection to the world around you and the stories that shape our shared experiences.
Happy travels!
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Contributers
KATRINA LOBLEY
Every time Katrina heads to Broome (Rubibi), she learns something new – such as the fact its homes have neither gutters nor mailboxes. As a full-time travel writer for titles like The Australian, TIME Magazine, and The Age, Katrina regularly travels overseas on assignment but loves nothing more than delving deep and getting to know Australia’s regional gems. She dives into Broome’s fascinating, multilayered history as a pearling town for the story on page 54.
SIMON JONES
Simon is a former (and future) global traveller, currently in his domestic-tourist phase thanks to a couple of munchkins still in their early years. A technology writer by day and travel writer by night, he’s spent more than 15 years working across multiple print and digital mastheads. When he’s not glued to his laptop, you’ll find Simon out exploring his own backyard. Read about his foray into fine dining with his kids in tow on page 72.
CHE-MARIE TRIGG
Che-Marie is a London-based journalist who now freelancers following several years working for Australian lifestyle, food and travel titles. Though London has put her in prime position for European travel – from catching overnight trains across Romania to dining in clifftop tavernas in Santorini – she’ll always share her love of Australia with the world. Read her piece on the restoration of the iconic bus from The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert on page 68.
LUCY E. COUSINS
Lucy is a lifestyle writer and editor who lives among the treetops in the Blue Mountains with her dog, Stella. She once founded an English-language newspaper in Buenos Aires (long story), hiked through crusader castles in Jordan and got snowed in on the High Tatras of Slovakia. But for now, in her “old” age, you’ll find her listening to kookaburras sing as she interviews interesting people, like Cherie Hutchinson from beauty brand Jurlique, on page 22.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY
In the spirit of reconciliation, Journey Beyond acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.