Yowie Encounter in Outback NSW

Journey to the Opal Mines

A Yowie witness accepted a close friend's invitation to travel to the far west of New South Wales to work in an opal mine. This remote experience was intended to provide solitude, aligning with a new spiritual journey.

Unexpected Yowie Sightings

Yowies have a reputation for appearing in the most unlikely places. This episode offers another compelling example. Despite the region's arid environment—characterised by red earth, hard clay, and rocks rich in lead, zinc, and copper—Yowie sightings have been reported from locations such as Broken Hill, Tiboo’burra, Wan’aaring, Bourke, and even as far as Wilcannia, where footprints have been discovered.

A Surprising Encounter

After many years listening to Yowie encounters, I believed I had heard it all, but occasionally a story surfaces that defies expectations. In this case, our witness forgot to extinguish his campfire before going to bed. Remarkably, a Yowie arrived and put out the fire by urinating on it. Shortly after, strong winds swept through—winds that could easily have spread the flames. The question remains: did the Yowie sense the risk?

Yowies and Fire

Yowie interactions with fire are rare. Notable incidents include a sighting in Glenfield, NSW, where a Yowie sat beside a fire built by children, stretching its arms out to warm its hands. Another well-known figure is the Yowie called "Old Fire Hands" at Woy Woy.

Just when we think we’ve heard every possible report, a new encounter emerges to challenge our assumptions. By now, it should be clear: with Yowies, we must always expect the unexpected.

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While clearing a fire trail through a gully in the dense forest between Torrington and Tenterfield, New South Wales, Eric unexpectedly came face to face with a creature he had never seen before.

Description of the Creature

The encounter occurred at a close distance of about five metres. Eric described the creature as standing at least 5’10” tall, walking on two legs, and possessing a snout that resembled those of a bear or a baboon. Its body appeared human-like, yet was completely covered in long, dark brown or black hair.

Behavior and Escape

Upon noticing Eric, the creature emitted a loud hissing noise, then turned swiftly and ran away. In its retreat, it dropped to all fours, increasing its speed as it disappeared into the forest.

Additional Eyewitness Account

The fearsome nature of the creature left a strong impression on Eric. Later, he learned that a property owner in the same area had also reported seeing this mysterious Yowie.

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Introduction

This podcast features three distinct accounts from Yowie witnesses, each recounting their experience with the same creature at Woy Woy, New South Wales, in 1990. The Yowie in question became known as “Old Fire Hands”.

Reports of Yowie encounters are not limited to Woy Woy; numerous accounts have surfaced from neighboring areas such as Gosford, Ku-ring-gai Chase, Mooney Mooney, and the Brisbane Water National Park. These locations, with their breathtaking inland estuaries, mountains, and deep valleys, provide the ideal environment for Yowies to thrive.

Conclusion

The events of that night left a lasting impression on those boys—now adults—etched into their memories forever.

Sitting alone under a rock overhang at night, only to spot a Yowie watching nearby, would be unsettling for anyone.

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Reported Yowie Activity in the Dandenong Ranges and BeyondYowie Sightings in the Dandenong Ranges

Although the Dandenong Ranges might be considered a prime area for Yowie activity, actual sightings have been rare. Nevertheless, there have been a few notable encounters, including one particularly interesting report from Emerald, located on the outskirts of the Dandenongs.

This account involves a local pastor who, after taking a fern from a gully at night, encountered a Yowie that appeared to be displeased by the pastor’s actions.

Additional Yowie Report from Malanda

In this podcast, two separate Yowie encounters are discussed. The second report originates from Malanda, a region near the Atherton Tablelands southwest of Cairns, which is recognized for frequent Yowie sightings.

In this case, both a husband and wife recount their experience of seeing a Yowie cross in front of their car. Their granddaughter, who was also in the vehicle, witnessed the creature as well.

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Introduction

In this podcast segment, we revisit the video compilation featuring various encounters at Wee Jasper, New South Wales.

Throughout the video, I included a series of brief audio recordings in which multiple witnesses recounted their experiences with the Yowie. During my research in the area for the video, I too had an unexpected encounter with a Yowie, at the very same location.

The Setting and Context

All of these encounters, including my own, occurred at identical locations in Wee Jasper and span several decades. The region is renowned for its extensive network of caves and tunnels winding through the mountains.

Many of these passages run deep beneath the earth, and it is likely that undiscovered caves still exist. It is reasonable to consider that Yowie clans may inhabit some of these unexplored spaces.

Witness Reports and Yowie Behavior

Since the video aired, there have been numerous requests to include a complete version of one particular witness report in this podcast series. Here, we present Brett Young’s account of a remarkable encounter he and his friends experienced.

Their story begins with a flat tyre, prompting them to walk back to camp just after dusk. The behavior they observed—being followed and stalked—aligns closely with what is often described as typical Yowie conduct.

It also highlights what I refer to as “The Golden Rule” of such encounters.

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The Yowie Sightings of Wentworth Falls and Surrounding Areas

Introduction

Wentworth Falls lies at the heart of the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney, perched above the sweeping Jamison Valley, adjacent to the Megalong Valley. Both valleys have a long history of reported Yowie encounters that span many years.

Concentration of Sightings in Nearby Towns

On the upper slopes to the east of Wentworth Falls are the townships of Lawson, Hazelbrook, and Woodford. These towns record the highest concentration of Yowie sightings, likely due to their larger populations providing more opportunities for encounters and reports.

Personal Experience in Hazelbrook

Hazelbrook stands out as the place where I spent the most time with one particular Yowie, from whom I learned a great deal. This Yowie was the only friendly one I’ve ever interacted with; most encounters have been far less amiable.

Kings Tablelands Road Incident

In early 2003, we were contacted by a young man who had a close encounter with not one, but three Yowies late at night on Kings Tablelands Road in Wentworth Falls. This location, situated on the edge of an escarpment with cliffs nearly 200 metres high, has a notable history of sightings.

Features of Kings Tablelands Road

As you travel further along Kings Tablelands Road, the landscape becomes barren. The last building you see is an old, abandoned mental hospital. From there, the road turns to sandy dirt, with no houses in sight, growing ever more isolated as it ventures deeper into the forest. The surrounding wilderness is a vast network of creeks and valleys that seemingly never end.

Solitude and Historical Connections

It is a place where someone could live for years without seeing another human, should they choose such isolation. This area is also linked to countless historic Yowie sightings.

 

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Yowie Sightings in the 1970s: Media Coverage and Key Witnesses

During the 1970s, reports of Yowie sightings experienced a resurgence in the Australian media. Such coverage typically required two essential elements: first, a sighting report that caught enough attention to reach a newspaper, and second, a journalist with both an interest in the topic and the desire to write about it.

One such journalist was Gary Buchanan from the Northern Star newspaper, serving the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales. Buchanan documented several notable Yowie encounters, including one of the most famous incidents of that era. While he covered an early sighting from 1935 in South Lismore, it was two reports from Woodenbong during the 1970s that captured national attention.

Thelma Crewe’s Encounter

In 1976, Mrs. Thelma Crewe found herself unable to sleep and stood by her kitchen window at 1 a.m. Although there had been reports in previous weeks of two Yowies roaming near her home, this was not on her mind at the time. As she looked out on the moonlit scene, she observed two Yowies, each about five feet tall, standing in a vacant lot beside her house.

She insisted there could be no mistake, as the area was well-lit and the figures were close enough to distinguish clearly. The creatures’ heads appeared to sink into their shoulders, and they moved bipedally. Their arm hair was notably long—about six inches—longer than the hair elsewhere on their bodies, which reminded her of an orangutan. She also noted their resemblance to the description given by George Grey, who was reportedly attacked by a small Yowie in 1965, west of Kempsey. Thelma provided AYR with sketches of the creatures she saw.

Jean Maloney’s Sighting

Less than a year later, another sighting took place on Lindsay Street, just a few streets away. Jean Maloney was awakened at 2:30 a.m. by the distressed yelping of her Australian Terrier in the backyard. Yowie encounters seldom end well for dogs; many animals react with fear, and those that confront the creatures often return with serious injuries or go missing altogether. In this case, the dog died from its injuries.

Like many earlier witnesses, Jean has since passed away. Fortunately, her experience was documented and not lost to history.

Witness Testimony

The account of Jean’s encounter was later recorded during an interview with Paul Cropper.

 

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Encounters with Yowies in the Alpine Region of VictoriaLasting Impact of Yowie Sightings

Another reality-altering and life-changing Yowie encounter has left a profound effect on those who witnessed it. For many, the impact of seeing a Yowie stays with them for a lifetime, marking a significant event in their lives.

The Alpine Region: A Remote Yowie Habitat

The Alpine region of Victoria stands as a vast, rugged terrain, largely unrepresented and sparsely populated. With fewer people inhabiting the area, there are naturally fewer opportunities for Yowie encounters, yet this does not mean there are fewer Yowies. In fact, it is possible that more Yowies inhabit the Victorian high country than the Blue Mountains, simply going unseen due to the lack of human presence. The region is even more expansive than the Blue Mountains and Wollemi National Park west of Sydney, but with far fewer residents.

Yowie Sightings and Behaviour

Episodes have been recorded of past aggressive Yowie encounters, including incidents where humans were physically attacked while sleeping. Such reports contribute to the ongoing mystery and intrigue surrounding these creatures.

Variation in Appearance

Yowies are not always depicted as dark or brown creatures. Like the Yeti, Yowies can also be white. In some encounter reports, especially those from snowy elevations, the lighter colouration is noted. This variation in colour may be attributed to evolutionary factors associated with their environment.

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Unexpected Yowie Encounter in the Border RangesClose Encounter During Field Studies

An unexpected close quarter Yowie sighting occurred during operational field studies in the mountains of the Border Ranges, New South Wales. A Paleo Anthropologist, holding degrees in both Science and Archaeology, encountered a creature whose presence defied scientific understanding.

Scientific Puzzles and Historical Timeline

The Academic stated, “Scientifically, it shouldn’t be here. According to all the agreed theories, even if it was here, it should have been 200,000 to 300,000 years ago – not in 2017.” The creature was thought to be extinct for thousands of years, yet stood beside the researcher in recent times.

Pursuit of Understanding

Disturbed by the experience, the Academic went on to earn a further degree in Paleo Archaeology, specialising in the study of Hominins, Hominids, and Evolution, aiming to better understand what was witnessed.

Instinct Over Documentation

Although equipped with two cameras and a mobile phone in his backpack, the Academic admitted that documenting the encounter was the last thing on his mind. In that moment, the instinct for self-preservation overpowered any academic reasoning.

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Yowie Encounters in Queensland: Aboriginal PerspectivesLocations

The experiences described took place in Mingela, situated between Townsville and Charters Towers, and on Palm Island, located to the northeast of Townsville in Queensland.

Descriptions of the Creatures

Accounts recall interactions with both the larger Yowie and smaller, hairy men. These smaller figures are characterized by a mischievous nature, as described by one witness. Some Aboriginal accounts have also referred to them as evil.

Aboriginal Terminology

On Palm Island, the native name for the Yowie is ‘Joongabina’.

Another interesting report from an Aboriginal perspective.

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