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Case study: Pronouns and identity
As we have discussed many times this year, language is always changing. One of the most interesting changes currently happening across...
Sep 11, 2022


What is Australia's global 'brand'?
We have previously looked at examples of brands using Aussie slang to promote their products, but what about Australia's 'brand' as a...
Aug 14, 2022


Case study: Aboriginal AE in the media 2022 Part 2
We have already looked at some examples of Aboriginal Australian English in the media this year, but there seem to be more popping up...
Aug 14, 2022


Case study: Tradie Bamboo Undies
In 2022, former rugby player and star of 'The Bachelor Australia', Nick Cummins (also known as the 'Honey Badger') has partnered with...
Aug 10, 2022


Case study: Australian English in the media 2022
Below are several examples of Australian English from the media in 2022. Activity: For each example, discuss the social purpose. Above:...
Jul 19, 2022


Regional Variation Part 2
We have previously discussed some examples of regional variation in Australian English. Here are some more examples of regional variation...
Jul 19, 2022


Australian English Resources
Below are several general resources you can use to give you a good introduction to Australian English. JSTOR Daily - Small poppy...
Jul 19, 2022


Case study: Aboriginal Australian English in the media 2022
Below are several examples of Aboriginal Australian English from the media in 2022. Activity: For each example, discuss the social...
Jul 18, 2022


Case study: Changing names, changing values
Do you know the traditional Indigenous name for the land you are standing on? Well, you'd better find out here, because it is becoming...
Jul 17, 2022
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