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How to Speak Australian Part III: When in doubt shorten it

Posted on May 31, 2010 by margie

This is a short story about a uni student who got caught out in the rain while it was pretty full on.  He’d forgotten his brally so he rocked up to an op shop but he lucked out (as in, … Continue reading →

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How to Speak Australian Part II

Posted on April 18, 2010 by margie

This installment of my impromptu online class discusses some of my favorite Aussieisms (that’s a Margaretism).  A few of these have found their way into my regular vocabulary so be sure to take notes.  My accent might not confuse you … Continue reading →

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