The southern hemisphere delicacy made its international debut at the Wagga show in 1951, but last week was inducted into the Australian National Dictionary.

It joins other newly-official Aussie lingo such as bogan and ranga. 

The timing fits perfectly with the annual Wagga show, which starts on Friday. 

Wagga Showgirl Emma Ball said the Chiko Roll was her show snack of choice.

“It definitely is iconic,” she said.

“I grew up riding at agricultural shows and it was definitely something we always had.”

The egg and flour battered roll is made up of pulped cabbage and barley alongside vegetables and beef. 

The roll was invented by Bendigo boilermaker named Francis Gerald McEncroe, who noticed a gap in the market for snacks that could be eaten easily with one hand. 

The roll was first sold officially at the Wagga show in 1951, cementing its status as a city icon.

But the Chiko Roll hasn’t been without its controversy, as debate continues to rage to this day over whether Bendigo or Wagga can claim the origin story of the icon. Both cities were presented with a golden Chiko Roll to celebrate its 50th anniversary. 

A Change.org petition started last year by The Daily Advertiser has since attempted to rectify any confusion and have Wagga named as the Chiko Roll’s home.