With the ABC marking its 90th anniversary, Heather Ewart reflects on the development of the quintessential Australian road trip, revisiting some of the most memorable journeys undertaken during her time on *Back Roads*.

As Back Roads journeys to Tom Price, Western Australia, a confluence of vibrant South Pacific and indigenous traditions emerges against the red dust of the Pilbara. Unexpected encounters blossom where these cultures meet.

In this Back Roads journey to Cradle Mountain, guest presenter Joe O'Brien displays a resourceful spirit, reminiscent of Bear Grylls, as he navigates the rugged Tasmanian Highlands.

In the remote town of Boulia, nestled on the fringe of the Simpson Desert approximately 1700 kilometers north of Brisbane, Heather Ewart discovers a wealth of unexpected delights.

In South Australia, guest presenter Paul West embarks on a spirited journey along the Eyre Peninsula's wild west coast, discovering a land of untamed character and resolute independence.

Heather Ewart journeys to Port Campbell, a destination on Victoria's Shipwreck Coast famed for its tempestuous weather and treacherous waters.

Guest presenter Kristy O'Brien journeys to Charleville, a town nestled in the outback of south-west Queensland, and finds a place brimming with opportunity for renewal. There, she encounters a community consistently adept at discerning hope…

On *Back Roads*, host Heather Ewart embarks on an adventurous journey through Longford, Tasmania, seeking to discover whether preserving a way of life from another era can still yield unexpected delights.

Back Roads inaugurates its winter series in Leeton, a lively and diverse town nestled within New South Wales' Riverina region.

This program offers a distinctive glimpse into Katherine, a Northern Territory town marked by the shared presence of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians. Featuring guest commentary from Albert Wiggan of Bardi-Kidja.

Heather Ewart journeyed to Hebel, a border town in south-west Queensland. It's a small place, yet one brimming with warmth, where the residents consistently seek hope even amidst hardship.

In the shadowed valleys, a vibrant spirit stirs. Music and custom, both cherished and newly formed, weave a tapestry that binds the community and offers solace to lingering sorrows.

Guest presenter Lisa Millar embarks on an expedition to French Island, a jewel in Victoria's crown. Renowned far and wide as a sanctuary for an astonishing array of wildlife – birds, animals, and plants alike – the island feels like a livin…

Heather Ewart journeyed to Leonora, a town nestled in the goldfields of Western Australia. Situated 800 kilometers northeast of Perth, Leonora is renowned as the location of Australia's most lucrative road mile running race and the place wh…

Kerry Staight, guest presenter, journeys to Pinnaroo in South Australia, a community prioritizing the well-being of its residents above all other considerations.

Heather Ewart journeyed to King Island, a remote speck in Bass Strait nestled between Tasmania and Victoria. Renowned for its cheese, seafood, and the fierce Roaring Forties winds that buffet its shores, she discovers the pull that draws so…