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Jenny Bishop from Laurieton, NSW.

Laurieton Gem

Sunshine shining sparkling on the waters,
Smiling through the early morning sun
Smiling up at big Brother mountain
Towering over us at Laurieton.
Tall trees are the crown of old North Brother
Towering above us, smiling down,
We feel a presence near
Protecting us from fear
A shelter from storms around Laurieton.

Yes, Laurieton you're special to your people
Precious gem beside the shining sea,
Land of Biripai brings blessing from on high
You're the gem of Camden Haven by the sea.
Dragon boats are gliding on the river
Sailing boats slide shyly out to sea
Fishing craft are churning up the channel
Fun and laughter made for all to see.

Thunder, lightning flashing down from old North Brother
Remind us that we're not the only ones
Land of Biripai, bring blessings from on high,
You are a precious gem our Laurieton.
We hope that you will come and visit
You'll find us waiting by the sparkling sea
In Laurieton the gem of Camden Haven
Yes Laurieton's the place we want to be.

Joan Gardiner, Wingham.

Wingham.

We are so happy to live at Wingham
Beef week we are led by Taree Scotch Pipers band
And all our fetes they are there always.

At our wonderful Scottish Balls
Held in our antique Town Hall,
They play walking in and out.
We have lots of people with Scottish backgrounds live here.

Home of the Tigers always try so hard
To be winners to make us proud.
When someone is in trouble,
Need all pull together to help them out.
This is why we love living at Wingham.

Gilbert Hulme from Urana, NSW.

Good Times At Urana.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's good time at Urana

Where friendly people live
And kindness they will give.
Those that are in need
They will help in word and deed.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's happy times at Urana

Where they breed them wild and tough.
And the sheep are big and rough.
They often pray for rain
Where they grow the golden grain.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's good times at Urana.

And in the summer heat.
At the Bowling Club they meet.
For a yarn or two.
To hear what's new.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's happy times at Urana

The train doesn't run no more
And the bank has closed its door.
But the policeman he's still there.
And the doctor gives us care.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's good times at Urana.

And on the football ground.
Many a loss is found.
But they still stay grinners.
Even when they are not winners.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's happy times at Urana.

Where the girls are pretty
Far from the city.
I would walk a country mile.
Just for their friendly smile.

Ho ho Roseanna.
It's good times at Urana.

Gilbert Hulme from Urana, NSW.

Good Times At Urana.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's good time at Urana

Where friendly people live
And kindness they will give.
Those that are in need
They will help in word and deed.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's happy times at Urana

Where they breed them wild and tough.
And the sheep are big and rough.
They often pray for rain
Where they grow the golden grain.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's good times at Urana.

And in the summer heat.
At the Bowling Club they meet.
For a yarn or two.
To hear what's new.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's happy times at Urana

The train doesn't run no more
And the bank has closed its door.
But the policeman he's still there.
And the doctor gives us care.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's good times at Urana.

And on the football ground.
Many a loss is found.
But they still stay grinners.
Even when they are not winners.

Ho ho Roseanna
It's happy times at Urana.

Where the girls are pretty
Far from the city.
I would walk a country mile.
Just for their friendly smile.

Ho ho Roseanna.
It's good times at Urana.

Nessie Evans, Age 81 of Tully.

My Town Tully

Up where the hand clasp's a little stronger
Up where the smile last's a little longer
Up where the sun is a little brighter
And where the bonds of home are tighter

CHORUS ....

Now I must tell you for what it's worth
We are the fruit bowl of the north
Health and happiness here abound
No better little town can be found

Up where the hills with rain are white
Soaking the soil with all its might
Keeping the prosperity of our town alive
Helping cane, bananas, pineapples thrive.

REPEAT CHORUS

The progress of Tully is in the making
Where fewer hearts with despair are aching
That's where our beautiful town wins
Tully is where the North begins

REPEAT CHORUS