Ruscism

Through linguistic creativity born of a bilingual people, Ukrainians create a new word to help navigate the horrors of invasion.

Under the Eucalyptus

How a one-time German backpacker and an Air Force Officer created a sense of home for the German contingent during Exercise Pitch Black 2022. 

Pitch Black & Country Liaison Officers

Peter Wood covers off on Pitch Black 2022 and outlines the vital role which Country Liaison Officers play in ensuring the success of International Engagement activities. 

Achieving 'Native-like' Accentedness

Tamsin Smith asks and answers the question of why do second language learners find it difficult to develop the target language accent, and is it possible to achieve ‘native-like’ accentedness? 

The Relationship between Language and Culture

Language plays an integral role in building, maintaining and expressing culture. This article explores the ways in which both of these facets impact how we perceive and interact with the world.

Attendance on the Royal Thai Navy Command & Staff Course

Paul Pelczar reflects on his personal and professional experiences while attending the Royal Thai Navy Command and Staff Course in 2017/18.

Indigenous Linguists: A compelling argument

Exploration of the capability improvements that would stem from formalising First Nation languages within the ADF linguist space. 

Aboriginal English

An overview of the history, currency, and importance of Aboriginal English.

An Italian touch on the Australian sky

A look into the career of one of our Italian linguists: a journalist, reservist, small business owner, and former member of the Italian Air Force.

Ciao from Italy

Discussions regarding some of the learnings and observations from this year's Bureau for International Language Coordination Conference, held in Italy.