Forgotten River

Forgotten River podcast: The struggles of Wilcannia in outback NSW goes beyond COVID lockdowns and restrictions

John Hanscombe
Updated August 31 2022 - 3:23pm, first published September 20 2021 - 6:00am

Kites circle over Wilcannia, soaring on the thermals in a cobalt sky. "They're wookas," explains a young boy. "They're looking for food."

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John Hanscombe

John Hanscombe

National reporter, Australian Community Media

Four decades in the media, working in print and television. Formerly editor of the South Coast Register and Milton Ulladulla Times. Based on the South Coast of NSW.

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