Thursday, November 13, 2008
Thieving Aussies
Not quite sure what to think of this one. I'm used to seeing Australia at the top of lists comparing nations, but usually for good things like quality of life. But then again, getting free stuff from your place of work could be adding to your quality of life??
The second annual Global Retail Theft Barometer reveals Australian retailers are victim of the world’s worst employee theft and fraud levels. Retail operators say employee theft is a greater problem than shoplifting.
The survey reveals retailers lose between 2% to 5% of the value of new products due to theft, or “shrinkage loss.” Products most coveted are razor blades, electronics, mobile phones, watches, make-up and alcohol.
...each Australian household is paying more than $420 a year on average to make up the shortfall.
Sunday, January 13, 2008
New Australian Words
"These phrases and more are contenders in an online vote organised by Australia's Macquarie Dictionary to select the Word of the Year 2007."
globesity - the problem of rising obesity around the globe.
floordrobe - the use of the floor as a substitute wardrobe.
salad dodger - an overweight person.
microgrom - surfer under the age of 10.
griefers - players who deliberately sabotage online computer games.
kippers - adult children who fail to leave home (Kids In Parents' Pockets Eroding Retirement Savings).
My vote goes to:
Man flu - a minor cold contracted by a man who then proceeds to exaggerate the symptoms.
globesity - the problem of rising obesity around the globe.
floordrobe - the use of the floor as a substitute wardrobe.
salad dodger - an overweight person.
microgrom - surfer under the age of 10.
griefers - players who deliberately sabotage online computer games.
kippers - adult children who fail to leave home (Kids In Parents' Pockets Eroding Retirement Savings).
My vote goes to:
Man flu - a minor cold contracted by a man who then proceeds to exaggerate the symptoms.
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