Winners of the Green Wedge Songwriting Competition 2024
THE ARTIST, THEIR SONG AND INSPIRATION BEHIND IT!
Introducing our winners. Click on each song to listen to their home recordings.
MAXON & Like Bear
“A heartfelt reflection on the interconnectedness of the human experience and nature. The song uses the colour green to symbolise joy, positivity, and the natural world, while drawing a direct and literal connection to the ‘green wedge’ – a metaphor for our intrinsic bond with local landscapes. The song explores nature’s four elements and how we strive to control our experiences, yet often fear losing the beauty around us. ‘Everything is Green’ is a reminder for us all to reconnect with the simple, profound joy that nature and human connection bring” – Maxon
ALANAH PARKIN & GLEN VINTON
“We are incredibly lucky to live amongst such magnificent natural environments, so we wanted to use our song to paint a picture of the Green Wedge landscapes, & all the beautiful native flora & fauna that we encounter as Mornington Peninsula residents. Our lyrics emphasise the importance of maintaining the Peninsula’s unique biodiversity through conservation. We used a range of instruments (acoustic guitar, bass guitar & ukulele), & layered vocals in order to represent this diversity through music. Added Indigenous wildlife sounds remind listeners of the creatures whose habitats we share.” – Alanah Parkin
SLEDGEHAMMER HONEY
“With my brother Hayden, we wrote this song thinking of the beautiful Mornington Peninsula where we live and play. This fun, catchy tune reflects our home and the relaxed vibes of our Peninsula. We wanted to paint a picture of our landscape and share what it makes us feel.” – Dan Anderson
NATASHA KATE
“I’ve grown up on the Mornington peninsula, and still, I’m so grateful to live in a such a beautiful place. The Ninch is where I feel the most myself, and where I feel most connected. I think everyone needs a reminder sometimes to take a breath and slowdown from the busy world of hustle culture. Ever since I was little, I’ve always gone to Balcombe when the world feels too heavy, with my grandparents, friends and my brother. And it’s interesting to think about how many people this land has watched and nurtured as they grow up as a place with such rich history” – Natasha Fraker
