11 Things NOT to do in Australia - MUST SEE BEFORE YOU GO!

Australia is a pretty cool place with some really fun and interesting people. Whether you're going there to trek the outback or dive the great barrier reef, you're going to need to know some things before you go. Here are 11 things not to do in Australia.

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[derpyderp]

#12: STAY BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS WHEN SWIMMING makes the lifeguards jobs so much easier

[ywgymjh]

Aussie here, it's pretty accurate. I'm super against tipping and absolutely hate it when high end restaurants force tipping on you. I'm against it becoming a thing here and being allowed to erode minimum wage. If you can't afford to pay your staff then you shouldn't be in business. That's the argument i always hear from USA.

[Markus_Andrew]

For American visitors to Australia:
Light switches go _down_ to turn on, not up. Also, Aussie wall power outlets have their own on/off switches, so if you turn on an appliance and nothing happens, check the outlet switch.
If the water in the toilet is only a couple of inches deep, that's normal. The toilet isn't malfunctioning (it's a water conservation measure).
Sales tax on items is included in the price, so what it says on the price tag is what you pay. You don't need to work out the tax in your head.

[osier]

The "Don't take anything personally" tip is spot on. After meeting and getting to know you a little bit, if we're being a bit cheeky with you, you've likely made a friend, and we expect the same tongue-in-cheek comments in return, it's something to have a good laugh about together. 😄

[MrBignick]

you forgot one important detail for tourists and some locals to remember always check to see if it is a total fire ban day before lighting a solid fuel fire in the open

[zandilar]

By the way, one more very important tip... Swim between the flags at controlled beaches (like at Bondi or Surfer's Paradise)... Not just the animals want to kill you, the ocean does too.

[mrbens]

As an Aussie I could never imagine my life anywhere other than here.

Love our country 🇦🇺✊🏼

[Emily-gcwf]

Born and bred in Australia. I've got one to add to the list. Don't travel in the outback without doing your homework, going with people you know and trust and having hard core reliable equipment. I heard a copper who was from the outback in WA throw a word of caution about travelling.

[noelgibson]

As a farmer from outback Australia, this is spot on.
The rudest bloke I've ever met is a guy who came over from Scotland we employed to help with harvest. He was always yelling and screaming, throwing his weight around and trying to be the boss when he had no idea what he was talking about. He lowered morale considerably. Eventually, we had to pull him aside and remind him that when he's amongst rural Australians, he needs to mind his manners or he'll pay the price. He was in the British army before moving to Australia, and acted like he still was. Out here, he's a nobody, and needs to behave, or just go away. He was given one warning. He came good after that.
When you arrive from an old country to a new one, you're an ambassador for the old country. Your conduct reflects on everyone there. Just treat those in the new country the way you'd like to be treated.

[jasonize]

I live in Perth West Australia and your pretty well spot on with the video except for the price of meals, you can get a decent meal from a pub for about 15 to $20.

[MrKaxid]

I don’t know how many times you’ve been to Australia, and as an Aussie myself, honestly don’t think I could’ve put a better list together. Well done, this was great advice to anyone planning a holiday here 👍👍

[marcusaurelius]

This is on point. It's really not a dangerous place if you don't do silly things. The cost of living is pretty heavy, but like the uploader says we're paid well for working and work is plentiful and easy to find.
We love meeting foreigners who travel here, it's a point of pride for us that people want to come down and experience our beautiful country.

[meliana]

i was interested to see this though i live here

[psychopathicaf]

also, a nice Aussie tip from an Aussie, if you're out in a remote place especially, never put your hands where you can't see them, weather under rocks or stumps or branches, there's probably something there and if it's a snake you'd wish you just kept to yourself and not risked the potentially fatal bite. also, not all spiders are venomous, but if you are bitten just be safe and go to a GP because as someone who's been bitten many a time, it's hard to tell most of the time. also, STAY BETWEEN THE YELLOW AND RED FLAGS ON THE BEACH, it can and will save your life

[rolandfelice]

I'm impressed by how well balanced this video was. So many videos and, or presenters try to sensationalise Australia by focusing on the supposed dangers one can encounter in Aus. Here is a guy who knows how to travel internationally.

[gerry]

Tipping should always be optional. Paying low wages and expecting staff to make up their income with tips is just wrong.

[YUCRYN]

I came to Australia a long time ago and first tip was “don’t take it personally” and here i am a totally different person 😎

[haileyyates]

The truth of #9 😅😅😅 as an Aussie I wish to reinforce further the size tip, Australia is bloody huge! Really know how far things are from each other before getting here, especially if you plan on heading into the outback

[JustSomeRandomIdiot]

"Don't be afraid to say Hello" - Aussie here, and this tip is a really good one. Everywhere I go, whenever I go out, I'm always saying Hi to folks and having a casual chat, asking folks at food shops how business is going, etc. It's just normal here, we're friendly. We're the kinda country where you ride in a taxi in the front seat next to the driver and have a good ol' chat with the driver on your way to a destination. We'll nod our head or say g'day when walking past someone to break the tension. It's just normal here.

[omegaman]

As an Aussie I found this accurate and practical. Well done. Along with Immigration don't discuss politics, we know that you don't really understand our political system, and most Aussies are embarrassed by our politicians. Equally, don't comment on Indigenous Affairs unless you know your stuff, we are still working things through ourselves. Lock out laws generally only apply in NSW/Sydney, and then only to pubs, clubs and nightclubs. Small Bars are generally exempt, and the restrictions improve weekly. Australia is big, really big. Be prepared to hire a car.