Australian slang

Tag

INFOTAINMENT

Why do Australians love to shorten words?

Colloquialisms such as barbie and smoko are like accents – part of the glue that sticks Australian English speakers together.

Must-read

NEWS

Young international student drowns on Gold Coast beach

Karlo Bul-Anon arrived in Australia in late 2024 with aspirations to study and work while supporting his family financially.

SPORTS

“Absolute shambles”: Usman Khawaja slams Pakistan Cricket Board as players fined AUD 63,500 amid World Cup loss

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has reportedly imposed fines of PKR 5 million (approximately AUD 63,500) on players for their on-field underperformance, sparking criticism both inside and outside Pakistan.

IMMIGRATION

Violent student extortion gang suspect Sukhnaaz Singh Sandhu, who cited Khalistan links to avoid removal to India, deported from Canada

Investigators cited social media posts and a chest tattoo depicting an AK-47 rifle, which they said corresponded with the gang’s symbol.