Benjamin Frater

Benjamin Frater (1979–2007), also known as "The Catholic Yak", was an Australian poet. Frater grew up in Western Sydney, and attended the University of Wollongong. He published one book of poetry during his life, Bughouse Meat (2005, Bird in the Mouth Press). A collection of selected poems, 6am in the Universe, was published posthumously (2011, Grand Parade Poets). He is currently the subject of a feature-length documentary movie being made by Magical Real Picture Company (Australia).