The Happy Wanderer - Emily Power with Denis Walter - Mon 23 Mar, 2026

In this episode of Nights with Denis Walter, host Denis welcomes guest Emily Power, a traveler and performer currently exploring the South Australian coast with her companion Waterboy. The conversation begins with lighthearted banter about the relentless flies at their current campsite in Corny Point, leading to humorous anecdotes about fly nets and romantic prospects. Emily shares her delight in the region’s natural beauty, affordability, and freedom—particularly highlighting the ability to camp for free on crown land at Parsons Beach, a rare find compared to the East Coast. She emphasizes the value of low-cost, self-contained travel and the joy of waking up on a pristine beach with no expenses. The discussion shifts to fuel prices, with Emily revealing that rising diesel costs—currently around $3 per litre—could prevent them from reaching the Flinders Ranges and Lake Eyre unless prices remain stable. Listeners chime in with tips, including a glowing recommendation for hand-cut hot chips from Corny Point’s general store and praise for the quiet charm of South Australia’s small towns. The episode closes on a warm, whimsical note, with Denis joking about Emily possibly still being in Corny Point due to diesel shortages, while celebrating the simple pleasures of travel, community, and good chips.