One For The Brumbies
By Emily C
Published 20 September 2022
An introduced species to Australia.
Once wild, but highly valued,
by Aboriginal Stockmen.
Their rivers of mane and tail,
hooves like drumbeats.
Small in size, but large in loyalty.
Over the years, they've come to be
mistreated and disrespected,
only loved by a few.
They're a loving creature,
with heart
and hope.
But now we chase them.
Hurt them.
Injure them.
Starve them.
Traumatize them.
It's time for a change.
I am speaking,
for the brumbies.