This poem is taken from Stand 239, 21(3) September - November 2023.
The Queen opens Parramatta Stadium, 1986
recall a striated heron on the river
that day –
could be picking out junk food on the terraces
junk food
is a mode of resistance, receding
with the roar
& overture of welcome – why not stay
gently seated
...
that day –
could be picking out junk food on the terraces
junk food
is a mode of resistance, receding
with the roar
& overture of welcome – why not stay
gently seated
...
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