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	Judie Bellingham BellaOnline's Australia Editor

Australian Poetry from Long Past
Here's a small selection of Australian poetry that addresses the hardships of settling this unforgiving environment.

Banjo Paterson
Banjo Paterson is one of Australias foremost Bush poets.

Clancy of the Overflow
Andrew "Banjo" Paterson wrote many wonderful poems about the life and times of Australians living on the land and in the towns. Clancy of the Overflow is a very clever observation about the lives of people in the 1890's.

Into That Forest - a book Review
Into That Forest is a wonderfully written novel about two little girls, two Tasmanian Devils and how they survive in the Tasmanian wilderness in the 1800's. Could this be a true story?

Outback Australia Magazine - Review
Outback Australia magazine highlights the wonderful colours and characters of the Australian bush. A must read for any Aussie outback enthusiast.

Tim Winton - Australian Author
Tim Winton is considered to be one of the best authors of his generation. Find out more about Tim Winton.