Seventy years of School of the Air celebrated in family recipe cookbook
Coming together to share a meal looks a little different for those living on remote stations across outback NSW, where even visiting the neighbours can involve hours of travel.
The School of the Air celebrates its 70th anniversary with a fundraising cookbook, "Dust Off and Dish Up," published by the School of the Air Parent and Citizens Association (P&C). The cookbook features recipes and stories from remote families across Far West New South Wales, highlighting the importance of food in connecting people in isolated communities.
Funds raised from sales will support travel costs for students learning through distance education and contribute to school trips and supplies. The cookbook includes anecdotes about the early days of remote education, transitioning from radio and tape recorders to the internet, and practical advice such as bush remedies and cooking tips for local food.
Despite the challenges of remote living, the tradition of sharing meals and connecting through food remains vital for families and the School of the Air community.
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