Peter Riley of Penrith jokingly suggests that the world exists mainly to provide content for Column 8, referencing a Russian entertainer who was arrested for wearing only a strategically placed sock on stage. Thelma Frost of Mudgee pokes fun at a Sydney suburb called Northern Neutral Bay Heights and humorously suggests shortening it to “Social Climbing.” Tom Meakin of Port Macquarie reminisces about friends who lived in Erskineville and called it “Erko Heights” before it became trendy.
There is a humorous discourse on generational names, with John Kouvelis suggesting “MyGen” for the post Gen Z generation. Some participants in the discussion mistakenly attribute the anthem “My Generation” to the Rolling Stones instead of The Who, causing a comical mix-up. Richard Hale of Paddington adds to the fun by suggesting the next generation be named “MyOpic,” poking fun at politicians’ attention spans.
Michael Size of Allambie Heights humorously questions why people would “disembark” a bus when they can simply “alight,” referencing a headline about passengers exiting a bus that caught fire. Peter Craig of Dulwich Hill disagrees with a reader’s assertion about the mispronunciation of “nuclear,” adding a playful jab about the tragic appropriateness of the incorrect pronunciation.
The demonym debate continues as Nick Walker of Suffolk Park humorously questions why Tasmanians are referred to as “ABCs” instead of “ABSs” across Bass Strait. Chris Lockley shares his delight in learning that residents of Alstonville are referred to as “Alstonvillians,” affectionately dubbing the village as “Awesomeville.” The lighthearted and witty banter among readers in Column 8 adds a humorous touch to everyday observations and musings.
Overall, the content of Column 8 reflects a light-hearted and humorous take on various topics and reader submissions. From playful observations about suburb names and generational naming conventions to comical misunderstandings and witty retorts, the column showcases the creativity and humor of its readers. The exchanges range from quirky nicknames for neighborhoods to playful jabs at politicians’ attention spans, creating an engaging and entertaining read for audiences looking for a dose of humor in everyday observations.
