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To mark its 50th anniversary, triple j has launched a one-off Hottest 100 of Australian songs countdown celebrating the tracks that have shaped the nation’s sound.

While you stew over who to vote for in July's special triple j Hottest 100, look back on some past themed countdowns.

It's time to get thinking about your favourite Australian songs ahead of the special mid-year countdown.