2020 has been a year like no other.

All-encompassing natural disasters, economic hardship, worldwide and unparal-
leled social fall-out.

It began with drought that took the life out of the Australian landscape, wild bush-
fires that devastated entire towns and floods that washed away communities.
It shifted to a global pandemic that reduced normal human contact in an instant.
Then crowds around the globe defied the need for social isolation, to challenge in-
equality and racial divides.

While seemingly disconnected. these events have a common thread. They have led
us to pause. learn and listen as a new world evolves.

"Bush' is a socio-cultural study of those who maintain a strong sense of community
connection, mutual respect and shared purpose. As we explore the timeless Austra-
lian outback, often cushioned from the constant flux of ever-changing trends and
technology, we celebrate champions of inclusion and diversity.

Far from a nostalgic, rose-tinted view of traditional Australian life. this is a story of
quiet, positive evolution.

It reminds us how the challenges of a harsh environment can shape character and
forge a sense of unity often missing in our fragile, modern society.
These tighi-knit towns have a steadfast quality that provides an enviable sense of
pride and purpose. For generations they've faced unrelenting hardship. And still.
they rise to their feer, brush themselves off. and push on.