What does 'local rag' mean in Australia?
Australian slang 'local rag' meaning?
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'local rag' meaning
2 definitions
Outback Bazza
The local newspaper; usually refers to the very local newspaper that is written on the region level, as opposed to state or country level papers. Rag part pertaining to the quality being slightly lower because it is locally done, but more relevant.
Example: Ah did you see the ad in the local rag for the mechanic? He must be doing well.
Cargill
Can also be used as a derogatory or demeaning terms for a major newspaper.
Example: The Australian is just Murdoch's right-wing rag.
The local newspaper; usually refers to the very local newspaper that is written on the region level, as opposed to state or country level papers. Rag part pertaining to the quality being slightly lower because it is locally done, but more relevant.
Can also be used as a derogatory or demeaning terms for a major newspaper.