An Anthology of Australian Verse

A sweeping collection of poems brings the sun‑burnt plains, bustling ports and wild bush of Australia—and its neighbour New Zealand—to life in a single listening experience. Organized as closely as possible in chronological order, the anthology gathers early colonial verses, bush ballads, and later lyrical reflections, offering a broad picture of how writers have imagined the continent’s unique landscape and culture.

Listeners will travel from the rugged coastlines described by Henry Kendall to the tender reveries of Ada Cambridge, hearing voices that range from spirited bushmen to contemplative urban poets. Each piece is introduced by brief biographical notes, helping you place the poet within the evolving literary scene. The result is a rich, accessible journey through the region’s poetic heritage, perfect for anyone curious about the rhythms and images that have shaped Australian and New Zealand verse.