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This month's theme for the showcase is
"My Australian Favourites"
| How McDougal Topped the Score Thomas E. Spencer |
This is probably my all time favourite. I first heard this poem in 3rd grade at Burke Ward Primary School in Broken Hill. The teacher was a guy named Jock McKee, and he was great. I quickly learned to share his passion for Australian Poetry, and will be forever indebted to him. If you happen to come across Jock in your wanderings, tell him I said g'day. |
| A Bush Christening Banjo Paterson |
It was difficult to decide, I love so many, but I think this is my favourite from the Banjo. |
| My Country Dorothea Makellar |
I love a sunburnt country and I also love this poem about my home. |
| The Teams Henry Lawson |
Another difficult decision, but this poem paints such a vivid picture of life in the early days that it takes the award for my favourite from Henry Lawson. |
| Said Hanrahan P.J. Hartigan ("John O’Brien") |
A truly cynical yarn about life in the early days. However it might well be just as valid today. A great yarn to round off this initial showcase of Australian Poetry. |
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