Dobe Newton

Dobe Newton OAM (born 14 July 1948) is an Australian musician and member of folk and country music group the Bushwackers from 1973. He co-wrote the patriotic song "I Am Australian" in 1987 with Bruce Woodley. For his service to the performing arts as an entertainer and advocate he was appointed to the Order of Australia in 2013.

Dobe Newton
OAM
Performing with the Bushwackers, National Celtic Festival, Portarlington, Victoria, 2010.
Background information
Born (1948-07-14) 14 July 1948
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Genres
Occupation(s)
  • Musician
  • teacher
  • CEO
Instrument(s)
  • Vocals
  • lagerphone
  • tin whistle
Years active1973–present
Member ofThe Bushwackers
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