Whilst the much-travelled parts of populated/city areas along the East Coast are very accommodating with dietary requirements, outback Australia often doesn’t get such luxuries.
Many farms are self-sufficient and grow their own produce. As many farmers breed animals for meat as their livelihood, vegetarianism is often something that is just not understood. With other dietary requirements (eg celiac, lactose intolerant) the story can be the same, and station cooks just won’t have the resources or time to make separate meals for you.
Food is simple and traditional and often eaten when the work is done. The farms are usually remote and so food is expensive and difficult to access. Waste is a huge concern and when it comes to being ‘picky’ about your food or leaving things on your plate, many simply won’t be able to understand it. We would encourage you to be flexible.