Yowie Sightings - REAL Witnesses with REAL Stories

Yowie Sightings - REAL Witnesses with REAL Stories

The Mystery of the Yowie: Tracking an Ancient Legend Introduction Join Dean Harrison and Australian Yowie Research ® (est. 1997) as they pursue the truth behind one of the world’s oldest and most mysterious legends—the Yowie. Encounters Across Australia Through hundreds of gripping interviews with firsthand witnesses from all over Australia, chilling and mind-bending encounters are uncovered—stories that forever change how people view the Australian bush. Historical Roots Since the arrival of the First Fleet, Aboriginal stories have told of a Hairyman roaming the wilderness—a creature with many names, known mostly today, as the Yowie. A Living Mystery Believed by some to be a relic hominid long thought extinct, the Yowie continues to be seen and reported daily. Deeper Into the Unknown Each episode delves further into the enigma. What truly exists in the depths of the bush? After exploring these accounts, you’ll never walk through the wilderness the same way again. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/yowiehunters-witness-reports. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

August 27, 2025 12 mins

Yowie Sightings at Danbulla State Forest – Lake Tinaroo


Introduction

Danbulla State Forest forms part of the mountainous Great Dividing Range, which runs west of Cairns.


This is the same range that borders Red Hill, Cairns—the site of our last report, where a witness encountered a small Yowie with an expression shifted to anger; it clenched its fists, shouted, and charged the witness, pushing her in the back...

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Encounter at Red Hill, Cairns


Following the story of the angry little orange creature in Jarrahdale, Western Australia, which we featured in our last podcast, let's take a journey to the east coast. This time, we arrive in Cairns, specifically an outer suburb called Red Hill. Years ago, Red Hill was part of an expansive never ending mountain range bypassing the west of Cairns.


Our witness was enjoying a casual walk u...

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Emotional Impact of Yowie Encounters

It is not uncommon for grown individuals to be moved to tears following a personal Yowie sighting, or upon hearing another witness recount a similar experience. Such heightened emotions are often reported, highlighting the profound effect these encounters can have.


Typical Yowie Behavior and Reactions

Witness testimonies frequently describe a Yowie’s initial reaction as one of...

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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 exa...

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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 ...

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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...

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Reported Yowie Activity in the Dandenong Ranges and Beyond

Yowie 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, aft...

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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...

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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 town...

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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 ...

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Encounters with Yowies in the Alpine Region of Victoria

Lasting 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, ...

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Unexpected Yowie Encounter in the Border Ranges

Close 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...

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Yowie Encounters in Queensland: Aboriginal Perspectives

Locations

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 nat...

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Collecting Yowie Memories: Cecil Thomson of Stanthorpe

Introduction

This document highlights the collective memories of Yowie sightings shared by Cecil, an elderly gentleman who lived in Stanthorpe, Queensland during the 1930s.


Preserving Oral Histories

Cecil’s interview is the second feature in a series focused on recollections from older generations regarding Yowie encounters. The first interview was wi...

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Historical Yowie Sighting between Emu Plains and Glenbrook

Location and Context

This account focuses on a notable historical Yowie sighting that occurred between the townships of Emu Plains and Glenbrook in New South Wales. The area is now well-known and closely associated with the term ‘Yowie’, as recorded by AYR.


The Encounter

Two rabbit hunters, with permission from a property owner, entered private la...

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Unusual Encounter on Alpine Way

Setting and Conditions

In the late afternoon of early September 2008, along Alpine Way at Mount Kosciuszko, light snow covered the terrain, creating a wintry atmosphere.


The Incident

While driving on the road, a mob of kangaroos suddenly burst from the bush and crossed in front of the vehicle. They appeared to be fleeing from something deeper within the trees.


The My...

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Billy's Encounter with the Yowie

Family Heritage and Cultural Warnings

Billy is an Aboriginal man whose family has a long history of experiences with the Yowie. He recounts the various names used for the Yowie and speaks of different species, ranging from the large variety to the smaller Jungadee. His grandmother, echoing a common theme in their culture, always warned him never to let the children go out alone at ni...

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An Encounter Beyond Explanation


Paranormal events in the Bigfoot and Yowie world have been reported for centuries. 


While driving in the Ingalba State Forest, a group of three people all witness the same event, yet each has a completely different experience and recollection of what transpired.


A very special thank you to our brave witness for coming forward with this amazing story.

For more comprehensive infor...

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While driving towards Bemm River in Victoria, a couple observed an 8-foot-tall hominid standing among the trees, watching them.


Our Witness Deb, was able draw a good sketch of what she saw.


This figure did not resemble the conventional type of Yowie.

For more comprehensive information, reports and history of the Yowie, visit our Website at www.yowiehunters.com

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Media Coverage

In 1992, the TV show ‘The Extraordinary’ aired a story inspired by the 1990 Post Magazine article. This televised account was notably embellished compared to the original print piece.


The Krambach Sighting

Despite the embellishments, the producers of ‘The Extraordinary’ presented an accurate depiction of the dramatic sighting experienced by Julie Clark in the rural New South Wales town of Krambach.

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