Waltzing Matilda as the Australian national anthem? An excellent suggestion by Brian Greig (Letters, 12/11).
It's a simple tune with memorable words. Any child can learn the words and enjoy the story. Better yet, it's a typical Aussie joke, to have a popular song as our anthem. No need to be embarrassingly up ourselves, we are Australians.
Best of all, the song and tune are known around the world. And know to be Australian. At least it was. Before we replaced national self satisfaction with cultural cringe.
Adopt Waltzing Matilda. We can then enjoy singing our national anthem. As Australians.
Dr Nick Lethbridge / Consulting Dexitroboper
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