There's something sacred about smoko on a cattle station - whether it's out on stockcamp, fencing or back at the homestead. It's not just a tea break – it's a moment of respite in a long, dusty day, a chance to refuel body and spirit, have a yarn, a chance to go over the morning's tasks or further plan for the day; and often the highlight that gets you through to knock-off time. We asked the RFTTE community on facebook to share their best...

If there's one thing that defines Australian rural work culture, it's the art of the nickname. Whether you're a ringer, chopper pilot, labourer or working on a mine site, chances are you've either got a nickname or you've given one to someone else. And let's be honest – they're rarely flattering. We recently asked our RFTTE community to share the best (and worst) nicknames they've come across in their working lives, and boy, did you...

So you’ve heard the stories from those who have experienced working on an Australian cattle station – it could be Mum or Dad or brothers or sisters or mates… or some old fella ‘holding up the bar’ down the pub telling a few bronco branding yarns from his ringing days on a Kimberley cattle station. People love to talk about their time on stations, sharing tales of hard work, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. Working on a cattle...