Jump In With Jacob

As I sit here, writing this, I simultaneously wonder, "as if I've already been here for two months!"

Am I a local yet?

No? What if I start wearing an Akubra hat?

To be honest, I've been contemplating getting one—to round off the whole 'country journalist' bit. Also just to save me from having to do my hair in the morning.

I digress.

It's been another huge week here in the BDK, marked by another personal 'milestone', if you like: my first ever careers day—however, this time on the other side of the desk. It made me feel quite old, to be honest, but also showed me how far I've come. And how annoying I used to be. Kidding, the students were lovely—all four of the ones that showed up for my presentation.

At least I know my job is safe for now.

But, I must say: huge credit to Jan Wekesa and co. for running an awesome event, which I’m sure was very helpful for many of the students present.

And then, of course, the Burdekin Show. Wow. Another momentous occasion on the community calendar, focussed on bringing people together and accentuating a shared love for this beautiful region.

I had a nice chat with Burdekin Show Committee President Chris Lyne, who gave me some food for thought on the Burdekin and what 'resilience' in the community really means. I touch on that briefly with a little more detail later on in this issue.

Otherwise, one more week down the hatch, and many more to go. Rest assured, I'm enjoying every bit of it.

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