G’day ,

If you’ve spent any time in the bush, you’ll know Australians are pretty handy when things go pear-shaped… especially hundreds of kilometres from the nearest mechanic.

I’ve put together some of the best examples of true bush ingenuity, from broken axles on the Gibb River Road to homemade boat motors built from scrap steel and old farm gear - and even how to repair a broken plugger on your favourite pair of thongs.

My personal favourite is a group that drove 110km back to Derby with a busted rear axle using a bush fix that would make the Bush Tucker Man proud. 

The blog also dives into the iconic Aussie series Bush Mechanics, which showcased the incredible creativity and humour of Warlpiri bush mechanics in the outback.

Read the full story here: Bush Mechanics – Ingenious Australians!

I'd love to hear your best bush mechanic yarn too… we all know someone who’s fixed a broken down ute with fencing wire, gaffer tape and pure determination... simply hit reply...

Hooroo for now,

Simon

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