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HomeNews'Australia In 100 Words' Shortlisted For The 2025 Prime Minister's Literary Awards  
'Australia in 100 Words' shortlisted for the 2025 Prime Minister's Literary Awards  
Australia in 100 Words by Dr Amanda Laugesen

Australia in 100 Words by Dr Amanda Laugesen published by NewSouth

Tuesday 19 August 2025

The Australian National Dictionary Centre's (ANDC) director Dr Amanda Laugesen's book, 'Australia in 100 Words' has been shortlisted for the 2025 Prime Minister's Literary Awards (Australian History).

This unique work takes readers on a chronological journey through Australian history, using iconic Australianisms to paint a vivid picture of the nation’s cultural evolution.

From well-known terms like mateship, fair dinkum, and bogan to the quirky drop bears, budgie smugglers, and bin chickens, Laugesen explores the rich Australian language. It explores how these words have shaped and reflected Australian identity, while also highlighting the myths, stereotypes, and sometimes harsh realities they represent.

The winners will be announced on Monday 29 September at a ceremony held at the National Library of Australia, Canberra.

The book is available on https://newsouthbooks.com.au/books/australia-in-100-words/