The Cocky and Morrie by David J Delaney is a classic Australian bush yarn about an old Morris Thousand, loyal mates, inventive bush mechanics and the country-town showdown everyone still talks about.

Discover a peaceful free bush camp beside the Einasleigh River near Einasleigh in Far North Queensland. Gary shares his experience camping by the river, practical access tips, beautiful drone photography and an unforgettable encounter with a Wedge-tailed Eagle.

In the Shadow of Ghosts by David J Delaney is a tribute to the Australian poets and writers whose work continues to inspire new generations.

This week’s Campfire Roundup features new Legend pages, more written bush poetry, two Bush Poetry Podcast episodes and another campground yarn from outback Queensland.

Charlotte Plains Station near Cunnamulla offers more than just a campsite. Shared by Dani Cook and Winnie chasing double rainbows, this working sheep and cattle station features naturally heated artesian baths, spacious camping, live entertainment, campfires and a relaxed outback atmosphere that’s worth slowing down for.

Semper Gratus by James Cayce is a deeply personal bush poem about gratitude, migration and the sacrifices of the people who helped shape Australia.

The Richness of Life is a thoughtful bush poem by Ben Eggleton about money, gratitude, contentment and the things that make a person truly wealthy.

Australia My Love is a heartfelt celebration of Australia’s landscapes, wildlife and the simple moments that make this country feel like home.

This week’s Campfire Roundup features Gene Bradley Fisk, new bush poetry from Ben Eggleton, podcast episodes from Bob Pacey and Rob Baldinger, new Legend pages and a fresh campground yarn from Queensland.

Gene Bradley Fisk’s life spans country music, radio, RAAF service and more than 70 years of Australian storytelling. From Radio RAAF Butterworth to Oz Country, he carried country music through the airwaves with grit, humour and heart.

You Can Cry is a powerful bush poem by Ben Eggleton about depression, drought, financial pressure and the importance of men allowing themselves to cry and talk.

Dani Cook and Winnie Chasing Double Rainbows share a peaceful free riverside campground near Dirranbandi, complete with campfires, abundant birdlife and a memorable camp oven lamb shank dinner.

Below The Snowy River is a reflective bush poem by Ben Eggleton inspired by the Snowy Mountains, wild brumbies and memories of Australia’s High Country.

The first Campfire Roundup for July 12, 2026, covering what’s new on Country Campfire including Campfire Muster, The Campground Project, Keeping The Verse Alive, Bush Poetry Podcast episodes and new Legend pages.

Night Mistress is an Australian bush poem by David J Delaney about night driving, road life, fatigue, family and the lonely pull of the highway.

Old Life Dreams is a reflective Australian bush poem by David J Delaney about campfire memories, open country and the longing to return to a freer life.

Keeping The Verse Alive is Country Campfire’s project to preserve and share written and recited Australian bush poetry, giving poets and their work a permanent home online.

Gary Barten shares a campground yarn from Paddy’s Flat near Tenterfield, a free bush camp on the Clarence River with white sand, swimming and peaceful river views.

Gary Barten shares a campground yarn from Hughes Crossing on the Mitchell River, a quiet free bush camp west of Chillagoe in Far North Queensland.

The first edition of Campfire Muster, Country Campfire’s monthly roundup of country music, bush poetry, rodeos, campdrafts, ute musters, High Country huts, country pubs and yarns from around Australia.