From the recording Anzac Cove
Lyrics
The time has come for parting and it comes to everyone
So here’s my wish to you my mates before the setting sun
May your days of work be useful until your span is done
But mixed in with the worthwhile feats, a modicum of fun! mm mm
When the weaners break for cover and the ute can’t block their way
And your language colour deepens may the kelpie save the day
And when your crop is thirsty ‘neath that old sun’s ray
May “Hughie” send her down to you and make the season pay! mm mm
Life’s a race, there is no doubt, which all of us must run
Against the odds, all the way, until you know you’ve won.
When they call the card up yonder, for that final sprint for home
May your fav-rite draw the rails and the Devil’s Neddy” roam!
And when you reach St. Peter and yer have to put yer case,
May yer misdemeanours vanish there and sink without a trace! Mm mm
And when the says “ACCEPTED” I hope you’ll see my face,
And mates we’ll be again my friends as in this human race
Farewell to you my friends au’voir the bidding’s done
Please try to beat a ploughshare out of each and every gun. Mm mm
Life’s a race, there is no doubt, which all of us must run
Against the odds, all the way, until you know you’ve won
Goodbye to you my friends, adieu to everyone,
I’d love to stay here with you but my journey has begun
I’d love to stay here with you but my journey ……. has begun