We have previously looked at examples of brands using Aussie slang to promote their products, but what about Australia's 'brand' as a...

This article, published in July 2021, discusses how Aboriginal Australian English can be a useful tool in effective health communication....

Language reveals a great deal about a person's values and attitudes towards certain groups in society, and this is commonly seen in...

The following articles discuss attitudes towards politically correct language in Australian society. ABC News - Australians say...

This article from April 2022 explores the etiquette around texting as a form of communication, including how different generations...

'Honorifics' are the titles we use to address people in formal language, including: Mr, Ms, Mrs, Dr, Sir, Your Honour, etc. They can be...

The Conversation - Swearing: attempts to ban it are a waste of time Activity: Read the article entitled ‘Swearing: attempts to ban it are...

This article explores how Gen Z (those born between approximately 1997 and 2012) perceive the use of full stops to be 'angry' in texting...

The following article discusses how words can fall out of use in English, particularly when their function can be fulfilled by a similar...

Every year, many language-related organisations release their 'Word of the Year' selections. These choices generally reflect trends or...

This article celebrates the 40-year anniversary of the Macquarie Dictionary, which is Australia's most prominent record of Australian...

The following articles explore speakers' varying attitudes towards different usages of English. In VCE English Language, we discuss both...

These resources are a starting point for learning about different ethnolect varieties in Australian English. Students should not use...

These articles discuss how emoji can serve a variety of communicative functions, illustrate generational differences in language use, and...

This article from September 2020 discusses how Dictionary.com must adapt its entries for certain words due to the constant changes...

The following article discusses how the TV show 'Gogglebox' reflects linguistic diversity in Australian society. While the article is now...

Is it true that swearing in public is more accepted in Australia than in other countries? The following examples explore Australian...

Preferred terminology around disability can be difficult to navigate, especially given that even people with disabilities disagree about...

This article discusses the history of perceived differences in the use of swear words by men and women. The Conversation - From 'common...

This article discusses whether women really are more likely than men to apologise unnecessarily. Allegedly, women are more likely to...