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