James Fagan History Blog: Tinkers, Swagmen, Rovers or Travellers?

Damper bread made famous by the swagmen, drovers and travelers through the bush in Australia would make this simple bread in the coals of their campfire. This version is cooked in the oven is spiced

The cork hat is a type of hat that was historically worn by farmers, jackaroos and swagmen in the Australian outback. The wide brim of the hat shielded the sun from the wearer's eyes, while the hanging corks kept away flies.