News about Banjo Paterson

In a'stirring' welcome to the country ahead of the World Cup quarterfinal against France, a packed house in Brisbane sings Waltzing Matilda in a way never before

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 12, 2023
Brisbane football fans have been treated to a Welcome to Country with a difference, with Matildas rating it the best ceremony to date ahead of Women's World Cup quarter final against France

Why is Australia women's national team called Matildas?Where does the name come from and when was it adopted?

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 19, 2023
The Wallabies. The Kangaroos are a gang of dogs. The Socceroos are on the soccer team. It is likely that if a name can be traced to the marsupial that adorns the Australian coat of arms, it will be used by one of Australia's national teams. The Matildas, on the other hand, defythe trend. The women's football team is one of Australia's most popular teams, though most believe the moniker is a nod to one of the country's most recognizable songs.

In Kosciuszko National Park, the Snowy Mountains Brumby kills dead horses

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 26, 2023
Haunting images shock Australia: Why these inhumanely slain horses have been left to rot in the middle of the Kosciuszko National Park - many in waterways that are potentially harmful to local drinking supplies