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Australian Postman
An Australian postman catches up with the news and enjoys a refreshing drink when he calls on a farmer in the bush. Date: circa 1900
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This evocative photograph captures the essence of rural life in Australia during the early 1900s, as an Australian postman takes a moment to catch up on the news and enjoy a refreshing drink during his delivery round in the outback. Dressed in his iconic red uniform and hat, the postman is seen leaning against a fence, engrossed in a newspaper, while a mug of steaming hot tea sits on the ground beside him. In the background, the Australian flag flies proudly from a pole, and a farmstead comes into view, with livestock grazing in the distance. The postman's role in rural communities was essential for communication and connection, as he often served as the only link to the outside world for many isolated farmers and their families. With a heavy bag of mail slung over his shoulder, he would travel long distances on foot or horseback, delivering letters, parcels, and news from far and wide. Despite the harsh conditions and long hours, the postman's daily routine was an important part of the rural rhythm, and this moment of respite amidst the rugged beauty of the bush is a poignant reminder of the human connection that underpinned the Australian postal service in its early days.
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