The Australian National Dictionary

Now available at the special price of $145.00

To celebrate our 30th anniversary with the Australian National Dictionary Centre the Australian National Dictionary is now available at the special price of $145.00 (valid until 31 December 2018).

Order yours today

The Australian National Dictionary

The Australian National Dictionary

Now available at the special price of $145.00

To celebrate our 30th anniversary with the Australian National Dictionary Centre the Australian National Dictionary is now available at the special price of $145.00 (valid until 31 December 2018).

Order yours today

Australia’s bestselling dictionary

An indispensable guide to English as it is written and spoken in Australia.
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Australia’s bestselling dictionary

Australia’s bestselling dictionary

An indispensable guide to English as it is written and spoken in Australia.
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