In this episode of Nailing Homesickness, we’re heading northwest of Dubbo to chat with Lara, a Year 9 boarder at Hurlstone Agricultural High School – one of Australia’s most unique boarding schools, complete with a working farm right on campus.
Lara’s boarding journey wasn’t something her family had planned. In fact, boarding only came onto the radar at the very last minute while they were exploring high school options. Since then, she’s navigated homesickness, friendship changes, new routines and the challenge of moving away having known no one.
In this episode, Lara shares the gentle, practical ways she keeps herself grounded – from distracting herself when homesickness creeps in, to calling home regularly, to throwing herself into rural youth and show teams on the school farm. She talks beautifully about discovering her own confidence, handling friendship ups and downs, and realising she’s capable of far more than she expected.
A big thank you to Little Big Dairy Co for sponsoring our Nailing Homesickness miniseries. A family owned and operated dairy that brings fresh milk to your fridge.
