In his poem Homo Suburbiensis, Bruce Dawe uses poetic techniques such as imagery, ambiguity, and alliteration to portray his perception of the Australian identity as a down-to-earth "true blue" Aussie bloke. Specifically, Dawe depicts the typical suburban Australian man relaxing alone in his backyard, using the space to reflect on life away from his family. The title of the poem presents this character as "Homo Suburbiensis," likening him to a species that finds peace and solitude in the ordinary routines of suburban life.