Feb 142023

Our Visitor – Australian Poem

“Our Visitor” is an Australian Poem written by Barcroft Henry Boake (1866-1892). There’s a fellow on the station(He dropped in on a call,Just casual – to stay a pleasant week),He’s a banker’s near relation,Strongly built, and…Continue Reading

Feb 142023

Kelly’s Conversion – Australian Poem

Kelly's Conversion - Australian Poem

“Kelly’s Conversion” is an Australian Poem written by Barcroft Henry Boake (1866-1892). The poem looks at Australia during the time of bushrangers

Feb 142023

The Old Bush School – Australian Song

The Old Bush School is an Australian Song written by John O’Brien (1878-1952). It was first performed in 1919 at the Tivoli Theatre in Sydney, New South Wales.

Feb 142023

At Casey’s After Mass – Australian Song

At Casey's After Mass - Australian Song

“At Casey’s After Mass” is an Australian Song written by John O’Brien (1878-1952). This song has been recorded by a number of artists including Slim Dusty, the Clancy Brothers etc.

Feb 142023

The Careys -Australian Song

The Careys - Australian Song

John O’Brien (1878-1952) wrote many Australian songs including “The Careys”, which has been recorded by numerous artists including Slim Dusty and John Williamson.

Feb 142023

One by One – Australian Song

One by One - Australian Song

One by One is an Australian Song written by John O’Brien (1878-1952). The song was well known as a popular recitation piece in the late 1900s and early 1910s.

Feb 142023

A Song of Sydney – Australian Song

A Song of Sydney - Australian Song

A Song of Sydney  is an Australian Song written by Ethel Castilla. It describes Sydney as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, describing its beaches and harbor, as well as its rich cultural diversity.

Feb 142023

Hist! – Australian Song

Hist! - Australian Song

“Hist!” is an Australian Song written by C. J. Dennis (1876-1938). The term ‘hist’ was also used as a general expression of astonishment or admiration, such as “Hullo there, what do you think of this”?