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Life in Australia's Remote Towns

Remote Australian towns are experiencing tough conditions with the worst drought in decades. They usually survive mostly through mining or agriculture, both being under economic threats over these next few years.

Apart from the friendliness and openness of these tightly-knit communities of 1,000 to 5,000 people, what seems the most potent aspect of their society is the simplicity of life and the everyday beauty of these desolate areas.

phil@ruttens.com

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