Explore Uralla’s transformation from a gold town to a sustainable community with Heather Ewart on Back Roads.
In the upcoming episode of Back Roads, Heather Ewart journeys to the historical New England region and Uralla, a town once famed for its gold rush in NSW. In this episode, viewers will witness the innovative ways the Uralla community is seeking new forms of wealth, focusing on sustainability and future-proofing their town.
Uralla, recognised as a Z-Net town, is actively involved in initiatives that aim to lower energy consumption and reduce expenses for its residents. These efforts are a testament to the town’s commitment to ecological sustainability and inventive problem-solving.
During her visit, Heather Ewart joins Garry Byers for a unique tour in his vintage Studebaker. Byers, known for his quirky approach to recycling, showcases his diverse collection, which includes a 1970s steamroller, a repurposed fishing boat turned spa, and his beloved recycled pig, Daisy.
The episode also highlights Kath Caddy, a local shoemaker in Uralla, who uses recycled materials like old leather couches and an innovative pineapple-based material for her shoe designs. The town boasts a Co-Op for repurposing hard waste, and a café that practices near-complete composting, demonstrating the community’s widespread commitment to reducing environmental impact.
In essence, Uralla exemplifies a community where every individual contributes to environmental conservation in their unique way.
The production of this episode of Back Roads was overseen by Executive Producer Brigid Donovan.
