The Ballad of Eureka (Palmer-Bridges)
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Song written in the 1950s by Helen Palmer and Doreen Bridges about the rebellion of the diggers on the Australian gold fields in 1854. This event, often referred to as the "Eureka Stockade" brought about many political changes in Australia, including the election of the leader Peter Lalor to parliament. ............. Violin by Jessica Morgan ........... For more songs, go to www.thequeensland tiger.com