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Rah Rah and Roos - Backpacking Australia: Farming and Travel in the Great Southern Land

What happened when a young man ditched the office and headed to the outback of Australia for the adventure of a lifetime? In 2002, a young Englishman left London behind to try something new on a working holiday.One year; 2,000 sheep: 4,000 km travelled. Horses and quad bikes; two light aircraft; one Ford station wagon. He uncovered real life far from the hustle and bustle of the beaches and coffee shops of the East coast. There were "Skimpies", surly farmers, tough miners, vets and call-girls. How did he go learning to fly, and getting behind the wheel of a ten-tonne truck?A must-read for anyone following in the finest traditions of travel "Down Under" who wants to read about a Gap Year with a twist.Read more

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