Back Roads heads to Timber Creek in the Top End where guest presenter Kristy O'Brien finds an unlikely partnership is creating positive spin offs for the town and meets locals who've found love in the most unexpected places.

Back Roads sets out to discover the wildlife carers of Western Australia's Northern Wheatbelt. Presenter Heather Ewart meets the fascinating people who have dedicated their lives to helping animals.

Guest presenter Lisa Millar goes fossicking on the central Queensland Gemfields, where anyone can strike it lucky. Lisa discovers a unique way of life and meets the miners who are keeping a slice of Australian history alive.