19 May, 2026
What is a bush mechanic? A bush mechanic is someone who uses practical know-how, basic tools and whatever materials are available to make an emergency repair in a remote location. In Australia, that might mean fencing wire, cable/ zip ties, timber, a tin, a strap or a salvaged part used to get a vehicle or piece of station equipment safely back to camp or a workshop. Talk to anyone who has experienced life on a cattle station and...