Rhyming Poet • Writer • Author
Poeta De Cabra writes rhyming poetry about whatever catches his attention, from the way he feels on a particular day to a prompt that sets a new verse in motion. His poem Liquid Gold brings a farmer’s relief at the breaking of a drought to Country Campfire.
Originally from Naracoorte in South Australia, he now lives in Geelong, Victoria. He has been writing for many years and released his book Almanac Of A Wayward Goat in September 2026.
This page is a permanent home for his poetry and other contributions shared around the campfire. As more of his work is published here, the links will be gathered below.
Verse from a Wayward Goat
Poeta De Cabra writes on many subjects, following a feeling, an idea or a prompt wherever it takes him. Alongside his rural verse, he has written poems about war and Anzac.
His pen name means “The Poet Goat”, and the goat-and-quill emblem above is the symbol he chose to represent his work. His poetry collection, Almanac Of A Wayward Goat, is available on Amazon.
Poeta De Cabra on Country Campfire
The following poems by Poeta De Cabra have been shared on Country Campfire:
Lone Pine
A heartfelt poem of remembrance, reflecting on Gallipoli’s fallen soldiers and the lone pine that stands as a lasting tribute to their sacrifice.
Only Eighteen
A sombre reflection on young soldiers sent to war, the families left grieving and the memories survivors carry home.
Lucky Country
A stark reflection on floods, drought and bushfires, and the human cost behind calling Australia the lucky country.
Harvest Time
The heat, dust and long hours of wheat harvest, told through a weary farmer’s quiet pride in helping keep the world fed.
Liquid Gold
A drought-struck farmer welcomes the rain that saves his land, while remembering the neighbours who suffered through the years without it.
Rights And Permission
Poems and contributions are shared by Country Campfire with permission.
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