Ms Wilson is the daughter of Russell and Raelene Wilson, and is now based in Melbourne.
She was on site for a series of live crosses on Weekend Sunrise, highlighting the colour, community spirit and unique attractions that have made the Muster one of Australia's premier rural events.
The former Deniliquin resident said she jumped at the opportunity when asked by the Sydney production team to cover the event.
"The team in Sydney actually said, 'Can you cover the Ute Muster this weekend?' and I said, 'of course I can’.
“Because I am from Deni, so it's amazing to be back here.”
Wilson, who attended the Muster both as a child and later as an adult, was well prepared for the wet conditions that greeted patrons this year.
"The last time I was actually at the Ute Muster, it was muddy like this.
“So when I saw the forecast heading up, I thought ‘it's fine, I know what it's like there, I'll pack my gumboots, I'm ready’."
Her morning on air featured a range of classic Muster experiences, including line dancing with Cowgirls Australia, campsite tours, an interview with country music star Amber Lawrence and a lively yabby racing segment.
"Our last live cross we just did some yabby races, which was so much fun," she said.
"What I loved about it was we were able to highlight Deniliquin Can Assist and the beautiful work they do.
“Because at the heart of this is Deni, and that's why the Ute Muster was started, right? So it was really good to highlight that."
Ms Wilson said the opportunity to return home had been just as much about reconnecting with the community as it was about work.
"I think I've spent more time between my live crosses catching up with people than I usually have preparing," she said.
"But that's what's been so fun about it. It brings me back to my roots, and it's such a beautiful community.
"Just walking past people who I probably haven't seen some in maybe 20 years ... it's just so beautiful to see people, catch up with them and just see Deni at its best."
Ms Wilson left Deniliquin at the end of Year 7 when her family relocated to Melbourne.
After completing a journalism and business degree, she built a career that has taken her across regional Queensland and Victoria, working in centres including Hervey Bay, the Sunshine Coast and Bundaberg before returning to Melbourne.
Reflecting on her career journey, Ms Wilson said journalism had given her the chance to meet remarkable people and tell important stories.
"I've covered some amazing stories, I've covered some pretty horrific stories and I've met some beautiful people.
“I've given people a voice, which is really what I wanted to do when I started this, and highlight some amazing causes."
