Feb 172023

The Worked-out Mine – Australian Poem

The Worked-out Mine - Australian Poem

“The Worked-out Mine” is an Australian poem written by Edward George Dyson (1865-1931). In his poem, he uses words to paint a picture of what life is like in a worked-out mine.

Feb 172023

Peter Simson’s Farm – Australian poem

Peter Simson's Farm - Australian poem

“Peter Simson’s Farm” is an Australian poem written by Edward George Dyson (1865-1931). It tells the story of Peter Simson who buys a small farm in New South Wales, Australia and builds it into a large profitable business.

Feb 172023

Shifting Camp – Australian Poem

Shifting Camp - Australian Poem

“Shifting Camp” is an Australian poem written by Rex Ingamells (1913-1955). The poem describes camping and the enjoyment of it.

Feb 172023

The Days of Delight – Australian Poem

The Days of Delight - Australian Poem

“The Days of Delight” is a well-known Australian poem written by Rex Ingamells (1913-1955). It was first published in 1951, and has been reprinted in several anthologies.

Feb 172023

Camels – Australian Poem

Camels - Australian Poem

“Camels” is an Australian poem written by Rex Ingamells (1913-1955) in which the writer describes his searing experience of riding camels as they travel across the desert.

Feb 172023

The Divorce Extension Bill or, The Drunkard’s Wife

The Divorce Extension Bill or, The Drunkard's Wife

“The Divorce Extension Bill or, The Drunkard’s Wife” is an Australian story written by Louisa Lawson (1848-1920). It is about a woman who has a husband who drinks too much and mistreats her.

Feb 172023

A Woman’s Love – Australian Poem

A Woman's Love - Australian Poem

A Woman’s Love is a poem written by Louisa Lawson (1848-1920). She was one of Australia’s most important Indigenous writers and women’s rights activists.