"Mates at Billabong," a compelling Australian children's story written by Mary Grant Bruce, portrays the spirit of friendship, adventure, and the rough beauty of the Australian outback. The story follows a group of young friends as they navigate the hardships and joys of life on a remote Australian cattle ranch in the early twentieth century. Norah Linton and her companions, including her devoted dog, are central to the story, as are the new friendships...