The Paddock Library
Australian stories from the paddock, the bush and our past.
The Paddock Library brings classic Australian stories, poetry, rural history and bush life to a new generation. These illustrated books sit alongside In The Paddock’s broader mission of telling the stories of Australian agriculture, rural communities and the country that shaped them.
The Last Parade
A moving Australian story of horses, service, sacrifice and remembrance, connecting younger readers with a lesser-known chapter of our military and rural history.
Song of the Wheat
Banjo Paterson’s celebration of wheat, harvest and the Australian countryside, presented for young readers with a strong connection to farming and rural life.
Song of the Artesian Water
A classic bush story of drought, determination and the search for water beneath inland Australia — a natural introduction to the Great Artesian Basin and the people who depended on it.
Banjo’s Bush Creatures
Coming soon. A new illustrated book introducing younger readers to the animals, humour and character of Banjo Paterson’s Australian bush.
Coming soon
Australian stories for the next generation
From wheat harvests and artesian water to bush animals, horses and Australian history, these books are designed to help families share the stories, landscapes and traditions that have shaped rural Australia.
More titles and supporting resources will be added to The Paddock Library over time.
