John Kloehr Posted August 16, 2024 Posted August 16, 2024 "Crook as a dog." New one for me, apparently means "feeling very unwell." Used by Ross regarding his wife on YouTube: In episode 336: He is building a 42 foot catamaran from scratch, might finish it some day. Best wishes for his wife to feel well soon. 3 Quote
Alpo Posted August 16, 2024 Posted August 16, 2024 I've heard of "crooked as a dog's hind leg", which means not the most honest person in town. 1 Quote
Buckshot Bear Posted August 16, 2024 Author Posted August 16, 2024 (edited) Ok.....here's todays Aussie Homework - ” ‘stralia” = the correct pronunciation of australia “aussie/ozzey” = spelled aussie but pronounced “ozzey” “g’day mate” = common greeting of hello “no dramas” = no worries/no big deal “how ya going” = how are you? (very common way people say when greeting you) “true blue aussie” = thorough australian person “pearla” = something really good “dunny” = bathroom “give it a red hot go” = try something with your all “ta” = thank you or “okay” “slab” = a case of beer “have a go ya mug” = try harder “crikey!” = surprise “pash” = a big long kiss “snogging” = kissing “maccas” = mcdonald’s “chockers” = very full “ute” = a utility vehicle “arvo” = afternoon “mate” = friend “sheila” = woman “bloke” = man “bathers” = swimming suit “thongs” = flip flops “frock” = dress “budgy smuggler” = a speedo! “glad rags” = your good clothes “queue” = a line “chook” = chicken “barbie” = barbecue “bickie” = a cookie (they call them biscuits here and shorten it to bickie” “cuppa” = cup of tea “sanger” = sandwich “brekkie” = breakfast “tucker” = food “paddock” = field “rug up” = to put a jacket on “ridgy-didge” = an original idea “fair dinkum” = being honest, genuine “cop shop” = a police station “smoko” = to take a break (originated from cigarette break but now used even when not smoking) “salvos” = salvation army “postie” = postal worker “bonza” = a great time “chemist” = pharmacist “park a curbside quiche” = vomit (this is my least favorite but i did laugh and now i can’t have quiche for a while) “that car is flash” = that car is fancy “crook as dog” or “feeling a bit crook” = feeling sick “stone the crows” = astonishment “like a possum up a gum tree” = moving fast “have tickets on yourself” = conceited “fair crack of the whip” = ease up “stone the faming crows!” = “i can’t believe it!” “no bloody way” = can’t believe it or won’t do it “she fell off the perch” = a way of saying someone died “thick as a brick” = stupid “as useless as an ashtray on a motorbike” = useless “few snags short of a barbie” = dumb “thick as two short planks” = stupid “chuck a wobbly” = go crazy “she’ll be right” = she OR he will be okay “she’ll be jake” = she OR he will be alright “he’s camp” = “he’s gay” “AC/DC sometimes pronounced ‘acca-dacca’ ” = reference to the band OR being bisexual “crooked as a dog’s hind leg” = a thief “dry as a dead dingo’s donger” = very hot and dry outside “more money than a bull can 💩” = a lot, usually used in terms of money “wow they charged like a wounded bull!” = overcharging for something or expensive “gray ghost” = the parking meter inspector, who is always dressed in gray “gray nomad” = an older person who is retired and travels around “going on walkabout” = from what aboriginals do, means going to find yourself typically through traveling the bush in australia “don’t come the raw prawn with me” = don’t give me any BS! “piss off mate” = go away ya jerk “good on ya mate” = well done friend “thunder box” = an outhouse “ugly as a hat full of assholes” = not the prettiest “face like a dropped pie” = ugly “it’s your shout” = it’s your turn to buy a round of drinks “root” = sex (americans love to say “we are rooted in our values or root for our team!” don’t use this here) “furphy” = rumor “stoked” = excited “crack a sad” = get upset “i’ll put my skates on” = get somewhere fast “no wucking furries” = no worries “a kangaroo loose in the top paddock” = someone who is a little crazy or not all there in head Edited February 12 by Buckshot Bear 2 3 Quote
John Kloehr Posted August 16, 2024 Posted August 16, 2024 I'd happily root for my team, but in private by your definition. Well, to be honest, don't care which team, any team, or no team. "Thunder Box" could catch on here, I'll start using the term. 2 2 Quote
Rip Snorter Posted August 16, 2024 Posted August 16, 2024 27 minutes ago, Buckshot Bear said: Ok.....here's todays Aussie Homework - ” ‘stralia” = the correct pronunciation of australia “aussie/ozzey” = spelled aussie but pronounced “ozzey” “g’day mate” = common greeting of hello “no dramas” = no worries/no big deal “how ya going” = how are you? (very common way people say when greeting you) “true blue aussie” = thorough australian person “pearla” = something really good “dunny” = bathroom “give it a red hot go” = try something with your all “ta” = thank you or “okay” “slab” = a case of beer “have a go ya mug” = try harder “crikey!” = surprise “pash” = a big long kiss “snogging” = kissing “maccas” = mcdonald’s “chockers” = very full “ute” = a utility vehicle “arvo” = afternoon “mate” = friend “sheila” = woman “bloke” = man “bathers” = swimming suit “thongs” = flip flops “frock” = dress “budgy smuggler” = a speedo! “glad rags” = your good clothes “queue” = a line “chook” = chicken “barbie” = barbecue “bickie” = a cookie (they call them biscuits here and shorten it to bickie” “cuppa” = cup of tea “sanger” = sandwich “brekkie” = breakfast “tucker” = food “paddock” = field “rug up” = to put a jacket on “ridgy-didge” = an original idea “fair dinkum” = being honest, genuine “cop shop” = a police station “smoko” = to take a break (originated from cigarette break but now used even when not smoking) “salvos” = salvation army “postie” = postal worker “bonza” = a great time “chemist” = pharmacist “park a curbside quiche” = vomit (this is my least favorite but i did laugh and now i can’t have quiche for a while) “that car is flash” = that car is fancy “crook as dog” or “feeling a bit crook” = feeling sick “stone the crows” = astonishment “like a possum up a gum tree” = moving fast “have tickets on yourself” = conceited “fair crack of the whip” = ease up “stone the faming crows!” = “i can’t believe it!” “no bloody way” = can’t believe it or won’t do it “she fell off the perch” = a way of saying someone died “thick as a brick” = stupid “as useless as an ashtray on a motorbike” = useless “few snags short of a barbie” = dumb “thick as two short planks” = stupid “chuck a wobbly” = go crazy “she’ll be right” = she OR he will be okay “she’ll be jake” = she OR he will be alright “he’s camp” = “he’s gay” “AC/DC sometimes pronounced ‘acca-dacca’ ” = reference to the band OR being bisexual “crooked as a dog’s hind leg” = a thief “dry as a dead dingo’s donger” = very hot and dry outside “more money than a bull can shit” = a lot, usually used in terms of money “wow they charged like a wounded bull!” = overcharging for something or expensive “gray ghost” = the parking meter inspector, who is always dressed in gray “gray nomad” = an older person who is retired and travels around “going on walkabout” = from what aboriginals do, means going to find yourself typically through traveling the bush in australia “don’t come the raw prawn with me” = don’t give me any BS! “piss off mate” = go away ya jerk “good on ya mate” = well done friend “thunder box” = an outhouse “ugly as a hat full of assholes” = not the prettiest “face like a dropped pie” = ugly “it’s your shout” = it’s your turn to buy a round of drinks “root” = sex (americans love to say “we are rooted in our values or root for our team!” don’t use this here) “furphy” = rumor “stoked” = excited “crack a sad” = get upset “i’ll put my skates on” = get somewhere fast “no wucking furries” = no worries “a kangaroo loose in the top paddock” = someone who is a little crazy or not all there in head Useful, though I don't believe I could handle the flight to visit, and my carry permit is no good in your country. What I heard from Australian friends in London long ago was "Strine" for Australian. 1 Quote
Wallaby Jack, SASS #44062 Posted August 16, 2024 Posted August 16, 2024 3 minutes ago, Rip Snorter said: Useful, though I don't believe I could handle the flight to visit, and my carry permit is no good in your country. What I heard from Australian friends in London long ago was "Strine" for Australian. "strine" is actually more the Australian spoken language (in ALL it's dialects) 🙃 3 1 Quote
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted August 18, 2024 Posted August 18, 2024 A friend of mine got an assignment to do computer work for the Age (newspaper that at the time was 100% Classified ads). The job was projected to be two months. The staff at the Age got him an apartment in a not ritzy section of the city near the paper. Walking to and from work there were women who would ask/suggest… ‘ave a go? 1 2 Quote
Buckshot Bear Posted August 18, 2024 Author Posted August 18, 2024 3 minutes ago, Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 said: A friend of mine got an assignment to do computer work for the Age (newspaper that at the time was 100% Classified ads). The job was projected to be two months. The staff at the Age got him an apartment in a not ritzy section of the city near the paper. Walking to and from work there were women who would ask/suggest… ‘ave a go? Professional Ladies. 3 Quote
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted August 18, 2024 Posted August 18, 2024 11 minutes ago, Buckshot Bear said: Professional Ladies. Yes, working girls. 2 Quote
Texas Joker Posted August 18, 2024 Posted August 18, 2024 9 hours ago, Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 said: Yes, working girls. Commercial company 2 Quote
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 Posted August 18, 2024 Posted August 18, 2024 I've had enough of the tourists!!! 1 2 Quote
Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 Posted August 18, 2024 Posted August 18, 2024 And just in case you miss it in the Canadian thread>>>>> 3 Quote
Buckshot Bear Posted August 18, 2024 Author Posted August 18, 2024 5 hours ago, Cold Lake Kid, SASS # 51474 said: And just in case you miss it in the Canadian thread>>>>> Love this CLK!!!!! 3 Quote
Buckshot Bear Posted August 19, 2024 Author Posted August 19, 2024 “THE DEEP SEA LIZARD FISH” The stuff of nightmares: Terrifying hermaphrodite fish with the face of a LIZARD and hundreds of spiky teeth is found off the coast of Australia Called the deepsea lizardfish, the animal is a superpredator of the ocean floor, snapping up squid and other fish with is fierce jaws. The creature was hauled up by scientists trawling large nets off the coast of Tasmania. It is a fierce predator with the face of the lizard, the body of an eel and hundreds of sharp teeth. It got its name from its close resemblance to lizards, but is classified as a fish. Lizard fish are 'superpredators' of the ocean floor and have jaws lined with rows of hundreds of spiky teeth. Its teeth are hinged, making it harder for fish and squid to escape once in the animal's clutches. The animal - whose scientific name is Bathysaurus ferox - is also a hermaphrodite, meaning it has both male and female reproductive organs. Scientists believe the lizard fish has evolved to have reproductive tissue to maximize its chances of reproduction in the deep sea, where animals typically live further apart. The creature is largely made up of a mouth and hinged teeth, so once it has you in its jaws there is no escape. 'The more you struggle, the further into its mouth you go. 'Being the dominant predator of the depths isn't easy though; at depths of 1,000 to 2,500 metres [3,280ft to 8,200ft] there is very little food, so lizard fish are few and far between to maximize scarce resources.' 2 1 Quote
Buckshot Bear Posted August 19, 2024 Author Posted August 19, 2024 ‘CARPET FITTER WINS 40 GRAND’ - 1988 We are the Mighty. In 1988, a wealthy Australian decided to celebrate Australia’s bicentennial by holding a 2,000-mile plus camel race through the Australian Outback. Endurance racers from around the world trained for more than a year to finish the charity race and win a $40,000 prize. It might be the most stereotypically Australian story ever told. The world’s longest animal endurance race won by carpet fitter Gordon O’Connell, and the race wasn’t even close. O’Connell was having a beer at a pub when he learned he’d won. The Great Australian Camel Race was a six-leg journey that began at Uluru, also known as Ayres Rock, one of the most sacred sites of Australia’s Aboriginal people and end at Queensland’s Gold Coast. Competitors were timed on how long it took to complete each leg over the course of three months. The 69 entrants brought with them teams made up of extra camels, support staff, and follow cars, just like any other high-endurance race. Teams came from elements of the Australian Army, the Australian Special Air Service Regiment, and even a handful of Americans. All brought their teams and special gear to survive the grueling race. Then there was Gordon O’Connell. O’Connell was more than a carpet fitter. He was a man who knew how to train Australia’s farm animal population and often worked in local farms training horses. He even trained his own Camel, named Carla, for the effort. He and Carla were so fast, in fact, that racers thought he was injured or lost, when in reality he’d already have finished that leg of the journey. They would be flying planes searching for his remains, but in reality, he was at the finish line. He finished more than a full day ahead of his nearest competitors, the Australian special forces. “I was stopping off at the pub and I still won the fourth leg. I had won the first three legs and was taking it easy as I was already 32 hours ahead of the SASR,” O’Connell said. “I had no idea whatsoever that I’d won it and I didn’t try. And that’s the truth.” O’Connell had a small team following him, but nothing like what the other competitors had. His win wasn’t totally without hardship, despite his trip to the pub at the end of the race. He was hospitalized with kidney failure from a bacterial infection during the second leg of the race. O’Connell was a product of his environment. He knew how to survive in the harsh environment. Most importantly, he knew animals and he trained his own just for the race. By the time he retired, he was raising camels of his own. Camel races are still a thing, but it’s not quite as intense as it used to be. 6 2 Quote
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted August 21, 2024 Posted August 21, 2024 This is a blatant rip-off of hillbilly joke but…. Dear Mum & Dad, I am well. Hope youse are too. Tell me big brothers Doug and Phil that the Army is better than workin' on the station - tell them to get in bloody quick smart before the jobs are all gone! I wuz a bit slow in settling down at first, because ya don't hafta get outta bed until 6am. But I like sleeping in now, cuz all ya gotta do before brekky is make ya bed and shine ya boots and clean ya uniform. No bloody horses to get in, no calves to feed, no troughs to clean - nothin'!! Ya haz gotta shower though, but its not so bad, coz there's lotsa hot water and even a light to see what ya doing! At brekky ya get cereal, fruit and eggs but there's no kangaroo steaks or goanna stew like wot Mum makes. You don't get fed again until noon and by that time all the city boys are buggered because we've been on a 'route march' - geez its only just like walking to the windmill in the bullock paddock!! This one will kill me brothers Doug and Phil with laughter. I keep getting medals for shootin' - dunno why. The bullseye is as big as a bloody dingo's arse and it don't move and it's not firing back at ya like the Johnsons did when our big scrubber bull got into their prize cows before the Ekka last year! All ya gotta do is make yourself comfortable and hit the target - it's a piece of piss!! You don't even load your own cartridges, they comes in little boxes, and ya don't have to steady yourself against the rollbar of the roo shooting truck when you reload! Sometimes ya gotta wrestle with the city boys and I gotta be real careful coz they break easy - it's not like fighting with Doug and Phil and Jack and Boori and Steve and Muzza all at once like we do at home after the muster. Turns out I'm not a bad boxer either and it looks like I'm the best the platoon's got, and I've only been beaten by this one bloke from the Engineers - he's 6 foot 5 and 15 stone and three pick handles across the shoulders and as ya know I'm only 5 foot 7 and eight stone wringin' wet, but I fought him till the other blokes carried me off to the boozer. I can't complain about the Army - tell the boys to get in quick before word gets around how bloody good it is. Your loving daughter, Susan 1 1 5 Quote
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 Posted August 21, 2024 Posted August 21, 2024 11 hours ago, Buckshot Bear said: Ahhh, took a while but I get it now. 4 Quote
Wallaby Jack, SASS #44062 Posted August 21, 2024 Posted August 21, 2024 10 hours ago, Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 said: Ahhh, took a while but I get it now. .......... wanna share ? 1 Quote
Black Angus McPherson Posted August 21, 2024 Posted August 21, 2024 4 minutes ago, Wallaby Jack, SASS #44062 said: .......... wanna share ? W + Anchor = Wanker Does that help? Angus 1 Quote
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