Dorothea Mackellar was an Australian poet celebrated for her evocative imagery and lyrical style. Born on July 1, 1885, in Sydney, she is best known for her poem 'My Country', which has become an anthem for Australians. Mackellar's work often reflected her deep connection to the Australian landscape and its people, and she published her first collection of poems, 'Sentimental Journey', in 1908. She passed away on January 14, 1968.