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swampy1


common term on the north-west coast of Tasmania for a wanna-be surfer who populates areas of beach that are not very good for surfing: The swampies are out in force today (hopeless buggers).

Editor's comments: It seems likely that this is related to the other 'swampy' (someone from Invermay). Does anyone know if this is the case?

swampy2


person born or raised in Invermay, suburb of Launceston: He was a real swampy, born and raised in Invermay.

Editor's comments: It seems likely that this is related to the other Tasmanian 'swampy' (a wannabe surfer). Does anyone know if this is the case?