How the Aussie slang term 'smoko' came to be a treasured part of working life

An Australian institution, the mid-morning break in recent more health-conscious times is less associated with a cigarette break and rather, a chance to recharge for the day.

Gaining international attention thanks to the broadly popular song Smoko by Australian band The Chats, the slang term has been thrust into the spotlight with many now asking what it is and where it came from.