Australia Facts

These Australia facts give you an insider's grasp of some information about the country, its economy, people, lifestyle, the local slang, the food Australians eat. And about what makes the land down under a knockout destination for any traveller.

You need some direction, whether you want to:

start a new life in Australia, or
just visit it for business, or
to enjoy a sunny, refreshing and memorable holiday,

We've taken the hard work off you. I've pulled together the information in this guide, all simple and easy to read, just the highlights.

It is subjective information, as it comes from observing and enjoying the country's culture, lifestyle, people's behaviours or popular foods in Australia.

But that's what you want, information from the horse's mouth, right?

Australia Facts - People and Economy

Here are some hints about Australian people who are casual, love their sports or just a day out on the water and love to entertain and holiday.

And some notes about the Australian economy, which allows the people to enjoy one of the highest quality of life in the world.

Australia Facts - Food

What do Australians eat? Click here for a quick overview of various cuisines which have influenced Australian cooking with delicious recipes, fresh produce and rich flavours.
And what do Aborigines eat? Today it's just the same food as anyone else. But in the past they learnt to survive on foods they found in the bush.
How about some easy Australian recipes? Something quick and healthy and flavoursome.
So then, why is obesity in Australia on the rise?
Well,... not everyone loves to cook or has the time to enjoy gourmet food. There's plenty of quick, ready to eat food on the go. And it's... "cheap as chips", to use the Aussie lingo.
Want more Australian slang? Click here to add a bit of Aussie flavour to your conversation.

Australia Facts - Time, Money, Public Holidays

Australian money, get some hints about what it can buy you. How does it look like, what is the Australian dollar exchange rate or how it evolves from week to week, sometimes despite tougher economic data?
What are the Australian public holidays? How many and when are they? Do all Australians celebrate them at the same time?
The summer holidays are the best. See here how people celebrate Christmas in Australia and how they go about Christmas shopping. The celebration is definitely not white and it is so good to greet Santa at the beach.
Do you know how many time zones are there and when does daylight saving happen?
A bit confusing with some cities having daylight savings, others not. And some using half hour differences rather than the full hour.
Puzzled? Have a look for yourself.
Are you after the time in Australia right now? Find what the clock shows in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth or Darwin.

And don't just stop at getting to know the time in Brisbane, have a look at its attractions too. Check Brisbane Walkabout. Brisbane Australia is a great city with a perfect climate and Brisbane Walkabout will help you choose where to stay and what to see and do, whether you're a vacationer, a student at one of the many universities, or planning to retire to your place in the sun.