[Answer] 4. To what does the Aussie term 'hard Yakka' refer?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "4. To what does the Aussie term 'hard Yakka' refer?"

...1. A type of crusty bread 2. A semi-precious stone 3. A vehicle 4. Difficult and/or tough work Yakka is an Australian indigenous word, from the Jagera language, for work. It was adopted as a brand name for work clothing that became renowned for its durability. An advertising slogan for Yakka clothing is "Nothing's Tougher!". A television ad showed people doing sweaty, tough tasks while the accompanying jingle just repeated the phrase "hard yakka" sung in a grunting manner. Yakka clothing became a must-have for the Aussie blue-collar worker, and the term has become synonymous with demanding, laborious tasks.

[Answer] 8. 'I've just been robbed by a one armed bandit!' What's this Aussie talking about?

Step 1 : Introduction to the question "8. 'I've just been robbed by a one armed bandit!' What's this Aussie talking about?"

...1. He just lost on the poker machines 2. He has just lost his wallet to a pickpocket 3. He had his lunch taken by a magpie 4. He has done his wage at the race track The 'one armed bandit' refers to the old style poker machines with the pull arm on the side. If an Aussie loses money, he will refer to it as being 'robbed' although no theft has taken place.