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'This site aims to reveal some of the important primary and secondary sources that have informed the stories, myths and interpretations behind the song.' The site details the origins of the lyrics and tune for Waltzing Matilda, and the various versions of each. Word meanings are explained and the place of the song in Australia's culture is examined.
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