Victoria’s north-eastern regions are rich with dramatic scenery – from the majestic Alpine ranges to the storied banks of the Murray River. Indigenous people have lived in the area for tens of thousands of years. 

The land is home, first and foremost, to their stories and lore. Since colonisation, this region has been the backdrop, too, to many myths and legends that are imprinted on the Australian national psyche – mostly goldrush stories of bushrangers and manhunts in the high country. Where are the women in all these stories?

To celebrate International Women's Day, we heard from local leaders, historians and experts – Robynne Nelson, Raylene Brown, Liz Conor, Alana Johnson and Jacqui Durrant – as they delved into the history of the region and shared often unacknowledged stories of the women who have shaped the recent and distant past. 

Presented in partnership with Women’s Health Goulburn North East.