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You Moved Where?!

by Regional Australia Institute

‘You Moved Where?!’ explores the experiences of everyday Australians who have packed up and made the move from big, capital cities and set sail for new horizons in regional Australia. Hosted by Bec Bignell, each episode features an in-depth interview exploring why different people made the move, the challenges they encountered and the many upsides associated with life out of the fast lane. You Moved Where?! is brought to you by www.movetomore.com.au, where regionally-curious Australians can search 2000 towns to find the tree or sea change of their dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episodes

  1. You Moved Where?! - Rika Hamaguchi

    Rika Hamaguchi, a descendant of the Yawuru, Bunaba, Bardi, and Jaru people in the Kimberley Region, discovered her passion for dance as a teen. Following her feet, she left Broome and was accepted into the Bangarra Dance Company, performing on the prestigious Sydney Opera House stage. Leaving...

  2. You Moved Where?! - Caroline Rannersberger

    Visual Artist and Curator Caroline Rannersberger has lived a transient life, living in multiple cities across the globe. Through her art she explores perspective of place, capturing visceral reflections of landscapes. It’s perhaps no coincidence that she found herself moving to the remote Bruny...

  3. You Moved Where?! - Ellie, Dave & Violet

    Ever heard of a house having such pervasive powers? Well for Ellie, Dave and Violet, it was indeed a picture perfect house on the banks of the Snowy River that saw them picking up their life in Canberra to move to Dalgety. Like many who embark on a tree change, the transition was not without its...

  4. You Moved Where?! - Astrid Volzke & Perin Mulcahy

    Astrid Volzke, a press photographer, and Perin Mulcahy, a marketing professional, loved their big city jobs in Perth. However, as life would have it they found themselves living in regional Western Australia, in tiny towns with less than 300 people, working in unfamiliar fields. Astrid moved to...

  5. You Moved Where?! - Edwina Bartholomew & Neil Varcoe

    Have you ever made a major life decision on a complete whim? That's exactly what Edwina Bartholomew and Neil Varcoe did when they drove through the charming town of Carcoar and decided to buy the local pub. Balancing Edwina's presenting job on Channel 7's Sunrise and Neil's crash course in...

  6. You Moved Where?! - Katanning WA

    The shire of Katanning in WA has become one of the most multicultural places in regional Australia. In this special episode, we spoke to some people who completely uprooted their lives to move not only to Australia but to the tiny town of Katanning. We talked to award-winning community member...

  7. You Moved Where?! - Emma Jackson

    Ever imagined having a snake as a roommate? For Emma Jackson, that's her reality in far north Queensland. Originally from Manchester, Emma fell in love while backpacking around Australia and decided to stay. Now, she fully embraces the unique aspects of regional life, including collecting her…

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  8. You Moved Where?! - Melinda O'Donoghue

    When you think of the outback, designer dresses probably don't come to mind. But Melinda O'Donoghue is changing that perception. This Moree local moved her flourishing bridal design business to the countryside, and brides are flying into the tiny town, sometimes even staying at her homestead....

  9. You Moved Where?! - Series 3 Launch

    To kick off the new series, Bec Bignell sits down with producer Grace Rouvray to reflect on the lessons learned from the past two series of You Moved Where?! We’ve heard stories from Broadway stars, broadcasters, doctors, and executives. We've visited cattle stations, coastal cottages, artist...

  10. You Moved Where?! - Holly Wainwright

    Episode 8 Title: ‘You Moved Where?!’ - Holly Wainwright Acclaimed author Holly Wainwright, originally from Manchester, was always drawn to bright lights and urban adventures, living in London before relocating down under to Sydney. However, in Australia she was enticed out of the big smoke on...

  11. You Moved Where?! - Pippa, Steve & Charlie

    Australian artists Pippa Grandison and Steve Le Marqued have graced our screens in some of the most iconic television shows and films such as Muriel’s Wedding, AllSaints, Underbelly, Red Dog and Water Rats. While the prolific creative couple are used to the dizzy heights of show business, they...

  12. You Moved Where?! - Kayla Henley

    Episode 6 - Creativity outside the concrete jungle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  13. You Moved Where?! - Marie Dennis

    Episode 5 - Yearning for the saltwater, stars and serenity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  14. You Moved Where?! - David & Christy Webb

    Episode 4 - At home in Hay Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  15. You Moved Where?! - Tim Wong-See

    Episode 3 - Bush Broadcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  16. You Moved Where?! - Bonnie Carroll

    Episode 2 - The magic of Alice… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  17. You Moved Where?! - Series 2 LIVE recording

    Episode 1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  18. 'You Moved Where?!' - Season 2 Trailer

    YOU MOVED WHERE?! is an eight-episode podcast that shares stories from everyday Australians who’ve made the move from big, capital cities, setting sail for new horizons in regional Australia. And host Bec Bignell is no stranger to this experience herself… You Moved Where?! is made on the land of...

  19. 'You Moved Where?!' - Giaan Rooney

    Olympian Giaan Rooney is an expert at living a transient lifestyle. With a successful career traversing swimming to TV broadcast, she’s never been in one place for too long. In 2020 Giaan set her sights on conquering farm life, purchasing a Macadamia Farm in the Northern Rivers. Together with her...

  20. 'You Moved Where?!' - Ellie Bigwood

    In pursuit of career aspirations, country girl Ellie Bigwood applied for the Australian Wool Innovation Graduate Training Program. Saying goodbye to WA’s red dirt, Ellie packed her bags and set her sights on an international city life. But when her plans were interrupted by the pandemic, she…

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  21. 'You Moved Where?!' - Jacinta Reddan

    Rising up the ranks in the Australian media landscape, Jacinta Reddan took a leap of faith and headed to Hong Kong. The opportunity and vibrancy grabbed her attention and 18 months turned into 30 years abroad. However, an amazing career opportunity in Cairns enticed her back home amongst the...

  22. 'You Moved Where?!' - Aunty Yvonne Green

    Ngadju Elder Aunty Yvonne left Norseman, WA to pursue a career in education driven by the fact her parents couldn’t read and write. After long and successful education career in Perth she moved to Esperance, Kepa Kurl. She’s as humble as they come but her impact is as powerful as the…

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  23. 'You Moved Where?!' - Daniel Fletcher

    As a city kid from metropolitan Melbourne, Daniel Fletcher never in a million years envisioned he’d wind up living in regional Australia. A few surprising moves, including one to a mates cotton farm, led Daniel and his family to Dalby, Queensland. The once city boy now converted country boy, is...

  24. 'You Moved Where?!' - Matt Young

    American Actor Matt Young has certainly had a few plot twists to his story. Originally from Massachusetts, Matt sung and danced his way from New York to Australia via a cruise ship. A chance encounter at the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras found Matt married with children and living in…

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  25. 'You Moved Where?!' - Emily Riggs

    Country born Emily Riggs found herself living and working in Melbourne until love took her to the rural town of Burra in South Australia. Inspired by her surroundings, Emily created not only a life for herself in the sticks, but a career too. YOU MOVED WHERE?! is made on the land of the Keneang...

  26. ‘You Moved Where?!' - Luke Prout

    EPISODE 1 - ‘Home Brew’ Luke Prout, the 'Townie from Tamworth'. After almost 20 years in Sydney the Publican moved back to where he grew up, taking the city mindset to the country. YOU MOVED WHERE?! is made on the land of Keneang people with Luke Prout joining us from the land of the Kamilaroi...

  27. You Moved Where?! - A brand new podcast

    YOU MOVED WHERE?! is an eight-episode podcast that shares stories from everyday Australians who’ve made the move from big, capital cities, setting sail for new horizons in regional Australia. And host Bec Bignell is no stranger to this experience herself… You Moved Where?! is made on the land of...

  28. ‘You Moved Where?!' - Season 1 Trailer

    ‘You moved where?!’ explores the experiences of everyday Australians who have packed up and made the move from big, capital cities and set sail for new horizons in regional Australia. Hosted by Bec Bignell, each episode features an in-depth interview exploring why different people made the move,...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

‘You Moved Where?!’ explores the experiences of everyday Australians who have packed up and made the move from big, capital cities and set sail for new horizons in regional Australia. Hosted by Bec Bignell, each episode features an in-depth interview exploring why different people made the move, the challenges they encountered and the many upsides associated with life out of the fast lane.

You Moved Where?! is brought to you by www.movetomore.com.au, where regionally-curious Australians can search 2000 towns to find the tree or sea change of their dreams.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Regional Australia Institute

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‘You Moved Where?!’ explores the experiences of everyday Australians who have packed up and made the move from big, capital cities and set sail for new horizons in regional Australia. Hosted by Bec Bignell, each episode features an in-depth interview exploring why different people made the move,...

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