Bush mechanic

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Bush mechanic is an Australian slang expression which refers to somebody who out of necessity and with inmediate available materials, is able to solve practical problems using sometimes untraditional and inventive techniques. Generally an inventive technique is required due to the lack of proper resources or the other constraints in solving the problem using traditional means.

Bush mechanics may also be known as "bushies". Their approach to mechanics may be likened to that of television character MacGyver.

The bush mechanic promotes competent behaviour and has a strong emphasis on practical knowledge and wisdom instead of technical skills.

A television show called Bush Mechanics displayed bush mechanic skills used by a group of Aborigines as they travelled through the rugged central region of Australia.