On Our Selection

A sequence of episodic, comic sketches portrays a settler family managing life on a rural selection, told in plain, affectionate vernacular. Chapters capture everyday labours and seasonal tasks alongside household mishaps, stubborn livestock, a village race, a snakebite, weddings and local entertainments. The humour springs from resourcefulness, misunderstandings and the father’s dogged optimism, while quieter moments reveal hardship, community bonds and the steady rhythms of bush life. Overall the collection balances earthy comedy with a warm, detailed portrait of family resilience and the practical realities of pioneer existence.