Our Purpose
This website exists to celebrate and preserve the musical legacy of Jeanette Wormald, an acclaimed Australian country and folk singer-songwriter. Through her music, Jeanette gave voice to the stories of rural Australia—the farmers, the rural women, the Indigenous communities, and the landscapes that define the Australian experience.
In an era of rapidly changing musical tastes, it becomes increasingly important to document and celebrate artists who have made significant contributions to Australian cultural heritage. This site serves as a resource for fans, researchers, and anyone interested in Australian country and folk music.
What You Will Find Here
This site offers comprehensive information about Jeanette Wormald's career and music:
Artist Information
- Biography - Her life and career journey
- Discography - Albums and recordings
- Awards - Recognition and achievements
The Music
- Song Gallery - Lyrics and stories
- Mallee Songs - Music from the heartland
- Songwriting - The creative process
Community & Context
- Community Projects - Social impact
- Bush Band - Traditional music
- Australian Country - Genre history
Visual Gallery
- Photo Gallery - Performances and places
Preserving Australian Music History
Australian country and folk music represents a vital part of the nation's cultural heritage. Organizations like the National Library of Australia's Trove work to preserve historical recordings and documents, ensuring that future generations can access and appreciate this musical tradition.
This site aims to contribute to that preservation effort by documenting the career of one of Australia's distinctive voices in country and folk music. Jeanette Wormald's songs capture a specific time and place—the Mallee country of South Australia in the late 20th and early 21st centuries—while addressing universal themes of love, resilience, and connection to the land.
A Note on Content
All information on this site is provided for educational and informational purposes. We have made every effort to present accurate information about Jeanette Wormald's career and music. This site is not an official representation of the artist but rather a tribute to her musical contributions.
The content draws from publicly available sources including historical archives, published reviews, and official announcements about awards and achievements. We encourage visitors to explore the rich world of Australian country and folk music and to support the artists who continue this tradition.
Explore More
We hope this site inspires you to explore Australian country and folk music further. The tradition that Jeanette Wormald represents continues through new generations of artists who tell the stories of Australia through song.
Thank you for visiting, and we hope you enjoy learning about this unique voice in Australian music.