More than half of Australians say they're lonely — but rural areas are 'isolation hotspots. So, how are small community groups helping? newsiviewlistenLoading ABC NewsNews HomeRegional Australians are feeling lonely, but these Old Bastards are helpingShareShare articleRegional Australians are feeling lonely, but these Old Bastards are helpingBy Sinead Mangan, Rachel Hagan, Josie Sargent and Yousef ShameelAustralia Wide. Carnarvon Old Bastards gather at the Gascoyne Hotel weekly to socialise and engage in mini-games.