Emily Halloran

11 September 2026

Frankenwords: We’re all mad scientists of language

Discover the weird and wonderful world of frankenwords - how we combine words to create new ones, what makes them stick, and why some are better left in the laboratory.

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person in glasses writing on blackboard filled with scientific formulas
11 September 2026

You shouldn't need a PhD to understand science

Discover how the ISO plain language standard for science writing helps make complex scientific information clearer, more accessible and easier to act on.

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A public servant checks a marked-up printed document at a desk, with an AI tool open on the monitor showing a warning icon and Parliament House through the window
4 September 2026

New research shows workers use AI but don’t trust it

We surveyed 289 Australian professionals about generative AI at work. Almost 90% use it at least monthly, but their average confidence in its accuracy is just 45%.

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Paper cut-outs on a desk spelling BREAKFAST, LUNCH and BRUNCH, with scissors, a ruler and paper clips
4 September 2026

Frankenwords: we’re all mad scientists of language

Language isn’t frozen in a dictionary. When the words we have don’t quite capture a concept, we stitch them together – brunch, frenemy, hangry. Here is what makes a Frankenword work, and what happens when good words go bad.

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A scientist in a laboratory marks up a dense document and turns it into a clear, plain language version
12 May 2026

You shouldn’t need a PhD to understand science

Everyone needs to understand science, but science communication is often dense and highly specialised. The ISO’s answer is a plain language standard for science writing.

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A small child flexes their biceps. A shadow is behind them – it is of a very muscly figure also flexing their biceps.
21 April 2026

The small but mighty pronoun

Want to boost trust, engage readers and save time? One tiny word can make all the difference: a pronoun.

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A team of corporate professionals celebrate success with a high five.
30 March 2026

What does Victoria’s new policy mean for HR and L&D teams?

With the Victorian overnment’s accessible communication policy in place, HR and L&D teams are moving from awareness to implementation.

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16 March 2026

Write for every brain: our latest ebook

Want practical, plain-language techniques for reducing cognitive load and removing barriers to understanding? Want clearer communication that works for more people? Check out our latest ebook.

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Plain English Foundation and Blacktown City Council representatives stand in a group in front of a Plain English Foundation banner.
4 March 2026

Plain language principles at the heart of Blacktown City Council

As councils across Australia respond to population growth, rising service demand and increasing complexity, Blacktown City Council shows how clear communication is critical to inclusion, operational efficiency and community engagement.

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Speech bubbles with glittery hearts in them.
10 February 2026

The 5 (plain) love languages

It’s the season for love. And we love plain language. Because nothing says you care like an email that gets to the point.

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