Apr 30 2008
Vegemite Power
Stunned by the news that Vegemite is banned from the Olympic Games, I can only conclude that the wily Chinese have deliberately set out to stick a spoke in our wheel.
They have discovered the secret to our strength, stamina and, yes, success. We are vegemite-powered! You are what you eat, and what true blue Aussie is not a happy little vegemite?
Vegemite is part of our culture, like beer. And rightly so. It’s a by-product of the brewery, a mixture of yeast and spice additives, full of essential proteins and minerals, and a rich natural source of Vitamin B.
Australians are raised on vegemite and it’s not unusual to smudge a bit on a dummy (translation = pacifier), I can assure you this keeps the child quiet for a considerable amount of time. Whole armies have been fed on Vegemite, it lies behind the very bravery of the Anzacs.
Vegemite is a national icon and a mighty symbol of pride. For some it has deep significance as an ordeal of childhood through which only the fittest will pass. For others it’s a patriotic duty.
There must be many a research paper waiting to happen on Vegemite, not the least being its miraculous morning-after properties. If you have never tasted this black paste, wait till you have a hangover. You have a rare treat, and a cure, ahead.
Further reading : If Marie-Antoinette had suggested the peasants eat vegemite instead of brioche, the French Revolution may never have happened. “Let them eat vegemite”says Canny Granny.
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Vegemite has been banned by China for the Olympics?!?!?!?! I cannot believe how countries are letting China plow over liberty. Holy cow. Now China is going to tell you what you can and can not eat?!?!?!? Ridiculous!
I believe it is called something like “quarantine”.
I am surprised they banned vegemite. Yea…vegemite’s truly OZ…:D