Monthly Archives: July 2015

All in the Context

The use by Australians of the word “bastard” has been a source of confusion to many visitors to our shores. Although the word can be used with any of the conventional established meanings, ie. a person of illegitimate birth, an … Continue reading

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Living with Skippy

Of course kangaroos are associated with Australia, and most Aussies are comfortable about sharing the country with skippies (as we sometimes call them). But visitors from overseas can be quite unsure about what to expect. Will there be roos hopping … Continue reading

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