It’s been so hot lately this summer, so what a perfect time to transform my fruity boys into fruity, refreshing popsicles (or ice blocks as they call it down under) >w<
Consistent with my own experience, Google AI overview says:
People in Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia commonly use "icy pole" as a generic term for a popsicle, while people in New South Wales and Queensland generally call them "ice blocks".
• Victoria & Southern/Western States: "Icy pole" is widely used as a general term, heavily influenced by the popular Peters Icy Pole brand.
• New South Wales & Queensland: "Ice block" is the dominant everyday term, where "Icy Pole" is more strictly recognized as a specific brand.
Consistent with my own experience, Google AI overview says: People in *Victoria*, *South Australia*