From the Ausfolk list, a historic Australian folk music radio series While the billy boils, 16 programs of Australian folksongs, poetry and stories.

Warren writes;
I am delighted to inform readers that my landmark 1979 ABC radio series is now available as free streamed radio - 16 programs covering Australian folk ballads including some (then) contemporary folksongs. Of all my many ABC programs this is the one that has received the most requests - in fact thousands - despite being broadcast three times.

It was tempting to make these chargeable downloads but how much better to make them free to all.

You will hear rare songs and even rarer opportunities to hear some of Australia's most significant interpreters of our traditional heritage. I feel safe in saying that of all the manifestations of The Larrikins - over some 25 years - this was the most important. This is no slight on any person who passed through the group as you all know - the group was always meant to be a moveable feast with members coming and going to suit the various projects I put in front of it. I believe every single musician who played in The Larrikins contributed a wealth of ideas and creativity. This crew was special.

The Larrikins at the time of recording were Declan Affley, Dave de Hugard, Jacko Kevans, Cathie O'Sullivan, Bob McInnes & Warren Fahey. Special guests included: Trevor Shearston, Andy Saunders, Tony Suttor, Mike Jackson & John Dengate. The spoken word segments were presented by: John Ewart, Les Foxcroft, Guy Le Clair, Diana McLean, Declan Affley, Jacko Kevans and Warren Fahey.

Cheers, Rowan