Taupiri

Haul hard on the ropes Gunners

stay close to the track

haul hard on the ropes Gunners

there's no turning back.

Sing your waiata Gunners

haul hard and sing

Taupiri's steep Gunners

and the old women cling.

No more the fire missions Gunners

his time has come

halt at the top Gunners

turn his face to the sun.

Bury him deep Gunners

then shed a last tear

this chief now sleeps Gunners

as the evening draws near.

One last goodbye Gunners

his final rest

The Regiment's loss Gunners

he was one of our best.

(RIP Bombardier R.M. Whitiora RNZA)

© Mike Subritzky 2001