16/09/2025
I was just having a chat with a mate tonight — funny thing is, we’ve never actually met in person. We kicked off a friendship online through a shared love of exploring Australia, and as it turns out, we were both visiting the Big Red Rock when I saw his Instagram tag on his big "Poser" V8 4WD. (Just kidding mate) 😉
Strange how the road connects people, even when you don’t cross paths in the flesh.
This photo in front of Ayres Rock should’ve been nothing but joy.
One of Australia’s most iconic landmarks, a place that makes you stop, breathe, and realise just how small you are in the grand scheme of things. The rock is timeless, powerful, and humbling. But sometimes the human element surrounding it — the rules, the restrictions, the red tape and the corporate/government grip — can take the shine off the experience. It’s a shame when politics and profit creep into something so pure.
And boy could I spin you a yarn about this particular instance! Just don't want to have to do with the potential legal ramifications 😂
Anyhow, all being said, what stood out even more than the natural wonder was the unity out on the road. Travellers helping travellers, strangers becoming mates, and stories shared under the same sky. That’s the Australia I know — people looking out for one another, whether it’s lending a hand with a breakdown or simply sharing a couple of cold ones at camp. 🍻
Moments like this remind me: don’t let outside noise or someone else’s attitude decide how much happiness you take from a journey. Be present. Be open. The road is about connection, and that’s where the real magic lies 🤙🏾