Writing
Where stories become ideas, reflections and conversations.
BushTV’s Writing section is home to essays, reflections, opinion pieces, documentary writing and long-form storytelling from across our community.
Many pieces are written by BushTV. Others emerge through our Documentary Mentorship program, where participants develop their voice, explore ideas and learn the craft and responsibility of storytelling. We also welcome contributions from Indigenous and non-Indigenous writers whose work aligns with our values.
This is a place for thoughtful writing rather than fast commentary.
A place for stories that carry depth, curiosity and care.
A place for writers exploring questions of Country, culture, identity, truth-telling, leadership, community, ethics and social change.
Some pieces begin as personal reflections. Others grow from documentary projects, research, community work or lived experience. Together they form an evolving collection of voices and perspectives connected by a shared commitment to respectful storytelling.
Whether you are an experienced writer, a Documentary Mentorship participant, a community leader, researcher or practitioner, we welcome thoughtful contributions that add meaningfully to the conversation.
If you have an article, essay or story you would like considered for publication across BushTV platforms, please contact Tom.
One day two brothers woke up and decided to really do something that would make their elders proud and at the same time create jobs for themselves but they had no idea how successful it would be
Father Christmas may be flying across the Simpson Desert with a bunch of skateboards in a few weeks. Nicky Hayes is an Eastern Arrernte man and pro skater on a mission!