BEDTIME STORY: Dog on the Tuckerbox 30 April 2026

Missed the story behind one of Australia’s most iconic roadside legends? Tonight’s Nightline Bedtime Story takes you back along the dusty tracks of the old Hume Highway to uncover the truth behind the Dog on the Tuckerbox. It’s a tale that blends folklore, hardship and a touch of humour, tracing the origins of a loyal dog, a frustrated bullock driver, and the long, gruelling journeys that helped shape early Australia. More than just a statue, this story reveals the spirit of resilience, mateship and endurance that sits at the heart of the Australian identity. The Nightline Bedtime Story, each weeknight at 11pm AEST on The Nightline with Cheralyn Darcey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.