Likeness

Eucalyptus trees, Canberra

As humans, the gums,
hundreds of varieties,
unsafe when triggered.

Surface tension

Summertime sunsets, Canberra

As a drop of oil,
unsettled, setting summer
refuses to fuse.

Competition

Full moon in Canberra — Full moon—the night before, Canberra

Peering through darkness,
vying for attention, moon—
over mobile screens.

Hangin’ around

Canberra suburbs

Sticking to the wall,
a friendly neighbourhood buzz—
inside of your ear.

Unreal

Australian Parliament House

With mythical roots,
as knight in shining armour,
pledge the powerful.