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Australian manufacturing icon behind the word ‘furphy’ celebrates 150 years
Part of the Australian vernacular, the word “furphy” describes a story that may be untrue or embellished. It originated from WWI troops gathering around water carts made by the manufacturing company Furphy, which is this weekend celebrating a 150th anniversary.
Part of the Australian vernacular, the word “furphy” describes a story that may be untrue or embellished. It originated from WWI troops gathering around water carts made by the manufacturing company Furphy, which is this weekend celebrating a 150th anniversary. Read More