What do the world's longest golf course and the dunny derby have in common?

Have you ever noticed that some of Australia's most iconic events sound almost completely made up?From Winton's dunny derby, to Port Lincoln's championship tuna toss, there seems to be an event for just about everyone. While they can sound delightfully absurd from the outside, these quirky festivals tell us something deeper about regional Australia. Often times, the novelty comes from a community finding creative ways to bring people in, keep their towns thriving, and show off a part of the country most of us would otherwise drive straight past.