Most hardcore four-wheel drive enthusiasts would know of ‘Roothy’, a loveable Queenslander who from an early age has lived much of his life in the Australian bush and is a passionate four-wheel driver.

John Rooth is a fully qualified bush mechanic with honour’s, a jack of all trades, an avid motorbike rider who became editor of ‘Two Wheels’ magazine and an active campaigner for causes he believes in, especially when it concerns opening up his beloved Australian bushland.

His website roothy.com.au gives a great insight into the man and his activities over the years, and I hope this month’s Famous Last Words podcast gives an indication of why so many Australians love the man affectionately known as Roothy.