Case study: ScoMo's covid cricket catch-phrase
In January 2022, Prime Minister Scott Morrison was a guest commentator on the coverage of the Ashes Series, and caused some controversy...
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Mar 15, 2022
Case study: Is Dan Andrews still salty
Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has a track record of using informal language to appeal to the younger voters in his audience and to craft...
Oct 25, 2021
Case study: Is today a 'No Bones Day'?
Noodle the pug has taken TikTok by storm, and is even inspiring some linguistic creativity! If you're not up to date with Noodle's fame,...
Sep 24, 2021
Generational language change and slang
Change is inevitable in any living language, and English's global dominance has made it particularly susceptible to such natural...
Sep 23, 2021
Intro to ethnolects
These resources are a starting point for learning about different ethnolect varieties in Australian English. Students should not use...
Sep 18, 2021
Internet and linguistic innovation
The internet is a natural breeding ground for all kinds of creative language use. In some cases, linguistic innovation serves a specific...
Sep 16, 2021
Case study: Australian culture, swearing, and taboo language
Is it true that swearing in public is more accepted in Australia than in other countries? The following examples explore Australian...
Sep 11, 2021
Internet slang and in-group membership
These websites contain discussion and examples of how innovative language use in internet forums can build in-group membership between...
Sep 11, 2021
Teenage Slang 2021
This article contains lists of teenage slang examples from 2021. Bark.us: 2021 teen slang meanings every parent should know (published...
Sep 11, 2021
History of 'mate' in Australian English
Sydney Morning Herald: 'Mate': What's the history of our most treasured salutation? This article discusses the history and cultural...
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