#$%^&*AU2017206168B220191031.pdf#####ABSTRACT A line strainer is disclosed, as well as an electric fence system and method of installation. The line strainer may include a spool having an electrically conductive axle with a first end and a second end. A securing mechanism at the first end of the axle may be configured to secure an electrically conductive link to the spool such that an electrical pathway is provided between the conductive link and the spool at the first end of the axle, the securing mechanism including a bearing member configured to act against the conductive link when secured by the securing mechanism. The bearing member may include at least one elongate recess on a surface of the bearing member facing the first end of the axle, the recess configured to receive at least a portion of the conductive link. 12FIG. 1A 10 54 18 1614 28 26 28 32 24 12 1 /4
