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September 2024

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From Coolers to Currents – An inside scoop with Engel

Dan Everett: Right. Ben, could you start by telling us a bit about who you are and what your role is at Engel?  Ben Ranford: Sure, I’m currently the sales representative for Western Australia and the Eyre Peninsula at Engel. It’s an interesting role that keeps me pretty engaged with a diverse range of tasks. I’ve been the sales rep for nearly three years now. But I actually started with Engel back in late 2016. Since then, I’ve been involved in quite a few different areas within the company, ranging from general office duties to managing aspects of our warehouse. It’s been a great journey.  DE: That sounds quite comprehensive. How many people are on the team at Engel?  BR: The team isn’t very large. We have one person based in New South Wales, a few in other states and around ten people in Queensland. So, it’s a tight-knit group where everyone has a significant role to play.  DE: It seems like a setting where everyone needs to contribute quite a bit, right?  BR: Absolutely, Dan. In fact, as a company policy, we generally promote from within. This means whenever there’s a vacancy, our first step is to assess internal candidates who might be interested and capable of filling the role. This approach has helped us build a strong, internally-driven…

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Tenterfield To Coffs On The Dirt

Patski said it right, everything is better on a dirt road. Especially when that dirt road isn’t surrounded by fire, like they had been at the start of this insane journey from Brisbane to Sydney on the dirt. Last edition we left you at the magnificent Boonoo Boonoo National Park with a thriving Platypus population and water holes aplenty, now it’s time to point the bull bars towards the coast, ‘cause we needed a wash.  Tabulam, NSW   Tabulam is located on the Bruxner Highway between Tenterfield and Casino, on the Clarence River, around 800 kilometres from the New South Wales state capital, Sydney. The gorgeous small town of Tabulam boasts a population of around 470 people and offered the convoy a chance to replenish our supplies and tuck into a hearty meal before exploring and camping along the Clarence River.  The damage from the fires that’d swept the area only days before was still evident as we steered our way through the still-smoking farmland creating a sombre mood within the convoy. We needed a pick-me up and Pat knew just the place.  Ewingar State Forest, NSW   Popular among fossickers and campers alike, the Ewingar State Forest is located approximately 36 kilometres east of Tenterfield and encompasses some 18,433 hectares to explore. Here the colours changed from sunburnt yellows and blackened…

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Get More From Your Drawers: The Ultimate Packing Guide 

There are a few hit list items that it seems like just about every 4X4 needs to have whether they’re gearing up for the Canning, or a summer of beach camping. Items like bull bars, driving lights, lift kits and mud terrain tyres are all obvious must haves. Things like awnings and roof top tents are other nice-to-haves, but a bit self-explanatory too. But when it comes to storage, most 4X4ers seem to be aware they should have it, but very few actually maximise them to their fullest potential. Packed right, and with the right checklist in them, a set of drawers in your 4X4 just might be the most essential upgrade you make. Here’s the kind of kit banging around in the Offroad Systems setup across the Mr 4X4 fleet.   SPARE PARTS & TOOLS: BETTER TO HAVE THEM AND NOT NEED THEM  This is one that’s changing over the years. The odds and ends required to keep the Leyland Brothers trundling through the Simpson Desert will look vastly different to the tools you need to keep a modern-day rig running. Sure, throw a spare belt and some hoses in the back if it makes you feel better. But silicone tape and a coke can will fix most issues no matter which hose blows. An OBD scanner is an absolute…

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The Ultimate Steak Sanga

When you’re out in the great outdoors, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a hearty meal by the campfire. After a day of exploring and adventure, you need something satisfying and delicious to refuel. Enter the Ultimate Campfire Steak Sanga —a recipe that packs flavour, comfort, and a touch of gourmet into your camping culinary experience.  This steak sanga is ideal for camping for several reasons. Firstly, it’s incredibly filling, perfect after a long day of running winch rope and digging out Exitrax. The combination of rich cheeses and succulent steak ensures a protein-packed meal that will satisfy any appetite. Secondly, it’s simple to prepare with minimal cooking equipment and doesn’t take long to cook, which means more time spent enjoying the campsite and less time cooking. Lastly, the ingredients are robust and easy to transport without the risk of spoiling too quickly, which is essential for any camping trip.  What to load into the Engel  To make the ultimate steak sanga, you’ll need to grab a few key ingredients buried in the Engel. Here’s what to put on your shopping list:  – Turkish bread or rolls  – Philadelphia cream cheese (1 tablespoon per sandwich)  – Mersey Valley vintage cheese or Gorgonzola (1 tablespoon crumbled per sandwich)  – Pickles and pickled jalapenos (1/2 cup diced combined)  – White onion (1/2 diced) …

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