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The
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Australia

 

O

-O - Suffix. Used to reduce the number of phonemes required for the English language - smoko, rego, abo, bottlo, etco...

P

Pokies - Electronic gambling machines found in bars across the country. A state-sponsored device to encourage a singular cultural identity.

Pom - Or Prisoner of her majesty.

Q

 

R

 

S

Sport - Sport is so popular in Australia, it's virtually a national sport.

T

 

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  telephone code 00 61
  population 18.9 million
  total area 7,617,930 sq km
  languages English, Greek,
Italian
  religions Christian 50%,
Other 50%
  ethnic mix European 95%,
Asian 4%,

Aboriginal 1%
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  voltage guide 220/240AC, 50Hz
     
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