Catriona puts Walgett in the spotlight

Television presenter Catriona Rowntree, got to catch up with her cousin, Cameron, when filming in Walgett. Photo: channel nine

Story: Kristin Murdockkmurdock@outbackradio.com.au

Walgett has once again enjoyed national television exposure, with popular Getaway presenter Catriona Rowntree sharing her family connections to the district and showcasing some of the town’s attractions.

The segment aired on Channel Nine on Saturday, October 17, as part of an episode featuring the Gold Coast, Walgett, and Thailand.

While the broadcast was a repeat of footage previously shown in 2025, it provided another opportunity for viewers across Australia to discover the people, places and family connections that make Walgett special.

For Catriona, the visit was personal, giving her an opportunity to reconnect with relatives whose roots in the district stretch back generations.

Her cousin, Cameron Rowntree, a fourth-generation Walgett farmer, acted as her local guide, sharing his connection to the land and the community.[…]

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