| Yarning: The language and culture magazine | |
| Type: | Quarterly magazine |
| Founder: | Paul Thomson |
| Publisher: | Department of Defence |
| Chiefeditor: | Paul Thomson |
| Maneditor: | Stephanie Evans |
| Staff: | Stephanie Schuurmans, Jasmine Turner, Leah Henderson, Nicolette Shallvey, Natalie Omond, Michelle Willemse, Tamsin Smith |
| Headquarters: | Canberra, ACT, Australia |
| Publishing Country: | Australia (published internationally) |
| Issn: | 2653-8423 |
| Eissn: | 2653-8024 |
| Website: | Yarning magazine |
Yarning: The language and culture magazine, (formerly Defence Linguist Magazine) is an international quarterly magazine, published by the Australian Department of Defence.[1] The feature editions focus on language, linguistic experiences, and the intersections of culture and communication.[2] [3] [4]
In June 2023, the magazine received an endorsement from J. Angelo Berbotto[5] the President of the Australian Institute of Interpreters and Translators.[6] Notable contributors to the magazine have included Australian award-winning actor, Jack Thompson, AM,[7] and the Australian Chief of the Defence Force, General Angus Campbell, AO, DSC.[8]
In October 2023, Chief of Personnel, Lieutenant General Natasha Fox, AO, CSC, signed on as the publications official Patron.[9]
The magazine was founded by Paul Thomson in July 2022.[10] Originally titled Defence Linguist Magazine,[11] the name was changed to its current name after running a competition in the first edition.[12] [13]
The term 'yarning' is an Australian English word used to describe the sharing of knowledge and stories in a culturally respectful way with a view to building relationships.[14] [15]