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In this study we examine the formant and duration patterns of the two central vowels, /ə/ and /ɐ/, in the Australian language Central Arrernte. The contrast between these two central vowels is minimal: there is no contrast in initial position, nor in final position. In medial position, /ə/ is higher in the vowel space and shorter in duration. /ə/ is not affected by metrical stress, although there...