I wonder who has been to Australia. Can you tell me the customs there? My friend is coming back from there. I don't want to be ignorant thank you

The customs of Australia and New Zealand

language

As we all know, the lingua franca of Australia is English, but in fact, Australia also has a unique set of Australian spoken language, which makes tourists puzzled. Spoken languages like "fair dinkum" and "Cobber" can be heard everywhere. You may not understand it the first time, but you will understand it after listening to it a few times.

Sports activities

Australians are cheerful and active, and love sports. Australia has more than 120 national sports organizations and thousands of regional, regional and provincial sports organizations. It is estimated that 6.5 million Australians are registered sports participants, which is quite high for a country with a population of19 million!

Cultural programs

Australian culture can show Australians' enthusiasm for life. People here like to enjoy art in their spare time or experience life outdoors, and regard it as an indispensable part of life. People of different nationalities live together in Australia, which also adds color to Australian culture; China Lunar New Year, Gay Carnival and other programs from different cultures will surely open your eyes.

way of life

As we all know, Australians love life and enjoy outdoor activities. They like wine and food, art and music, sports, beaches and barbecues. Wherever you go, you will find the footprints of loving life.

communication network

The quality of communication and media services in Australia is world-class, and the communication network includes efficient domestic postal service, Internet and mobile phone network covering the whole country. In addition, there are many internet and cable TV stations, as well as 1200 magazines and newspapers, to ensure that you can keep up with the pulse of the world anytime and anywhere.

Australian universities enjoy a good international reputation for their practical and employment-oriented teaching methods. In recent years, more and more China students regard Australia as their preferred destination for studying abroad. Multicultural Australia is a safe, friendly, developed and harmonious country. All citizens speak English, and international students can study and travel in this English-speaking country with peace of mind.

However, due to different cultural backgrounds and lifestyles, China students still feel uncomfortable in their first few months in Australia. July is the peak of the opening of Australian universities. This paper gives a comprehensive introduction to the basic necessities of life in Australia, hoping to help students who are going to study in Australia.

Luggage handling

The basic necessities of life in Australia are not very expensive, so you can carry them selectively according to your personal situation. For students, you can bring more casual clothes and less formal clothes; At the same time, it is best to bring something different from Australia and China, such as three-eye power adapter, personal care and skin care products, network cable and telephone line for computers. In terms of gifts, there are many items similar to Chinese knots abroad, and inexpensive gifts such as stamps and postcards are enough.

Accommodation problem

B&B: Due to different lifestyles, westerners and orientals have different living habits. Respect the habit of the landlord, ask before you act, and try not to stay up late. Most westerners can't cook in Chinese style. When they first arrive there, they will feel unaccustomed to their meat food.

Boarding school: The management is not very strict. Usually a separate bedroom, usually a shared public facility. The distance is basically close to the school or shopping center, and the price is relatively expensive.

Pay accommodation fees by semester. Lease: Pay attention to the appointment period when renting a house from an intermediary, and don't break the contract. When looking for a shared tenant, you should know each other and try to be familiar friends. You need to buy furniture for an empty house. You can read the weekend newspaper and the school advertisement column. Every weekend, many places sell second-hand furniture. Accommodation is basically calculated on a weekly basis, and a deposit of 2-4 weeks is required. Usually, you should pay before you check in. Remember to ask for the receipt and contract, and know the details carefully.

Australian schools have accommodation offices. If they encounter unfair treatment, they must defend their rights. The school will contact the community or government departments to help solve it. If you want to move, tell the landlord at least two weeks in advance.

English study

In addition to the content of language center learning, we should still find opportunities to listen and practice more. Participating in the weekly activities organized by the church at school is one way. Western church activities can help us understand the local society. In addition, you can also participate in exchange programs between local students and international students.

bank investment

It used to be the most convenient to bring Australian dollars. Most banks can't deposit dollars, and some banks can exchange them, but the handling fee is high. The exchange rates of St George's Bank and China Bank are relatively low. If you need to open an account, you'd better choose a bank on campus, which is more convenient. But the withdrawal fees between different banks are relatively high. If you apply for a student account, you can be exempted from handling fees and interest tax. Bank interest in Australia is more complicated, with different amounts and different interest rates in different periods. Generally, every $5,000 is an interest rate boundary, so you must pay attention to the interest on deposits. Foreign wire transfer is very cheap, and there is no problem of converting money into foreign exchange.

Traffic travel

Buses or trains in Australia run according to the timetable. Timetables can be collected free of charge at stations and schools, and all trains and flights can be searched through the website. Weekend trips are short, so you can buy tickets for 10. Weekly tickets and joint tickets are more favorable, and non-immigrant international students have no discount. If you are found to have evaded the ticket, you will be fined and recorded in the visa record. By train, they can avoid the peak hours in various regions, and the fare discount during off-peak hours is nearly 50%.

Driving and driving license

You can use a China driver's license. China driver's license can be translated and notarized in China and used in Australia, or it can be directly translated in the designated department of RTA (Transportation Bureau) in Australia, and then you can drive. The cost is about 50 Australian dollars.

Be sure to buy basic insurance, know a little about car repair, and be able to repair it yourself. Labor costs in Australia are very expensive. If it is an Australian driver's license, it can be used as an ID card.

Working policy

To work, you need to apply for a work visa ($55) first, and then apply for a tax number at the tax bureau; July is the tax refund month every year. You can apply for a tax refund if you buy something and work for less than 6,000 Australian dollars. Big cities can entrust an intermediary to find a job. The agency fee is not high, but you need to be careful when choosing an agency. There are also job opportunities in schools, but there are few. Usually, temporary jobs such as laboratory assistants and tutors have the highest salary.

medical insurance

The medical insurance fees paid by students can guarantee free medical treatment and prescription, free treatment of minor illnesses such as colds, but other drugs are not free. Dental care and eye diseases do not belong to medical insurance, and they are expensive. You must have some daily medicines, especially those for mosquito bites in summer. Medical insurance needs to be renewed every year.

Change majors and schools.

Before the start of school, it is convenient to change majors in the same college, and it is not difficult to change majors from different colleges. In addition to completing 12 months of study, different universities may also require credit reduction.

Mobile telephone communication

According to the cost of mobile phones, you can choose different companies to sign contracts. There are always companies with free time discount networks. Generally speaking, many students in China choose OPTUS card, which provides more free services.

There are many international long-distance telephone cards in every city, and the rates often change. The minimum call back to China is about $0.065438 +0/ minute.

Mambo! -Make yourself at home.

Mambo is famous for producing surfing and street clothes. The style of clothing seems sloppy, but it is really different. Mambo's design concept is simple-"… anyone can put pictures on the back of a T-shirt and sell them to customers"; Today, Mambo has successfully launched a series of colorful fashions and daily necessities, from exaggerated shirts and swimwear to watches and jewelry. No matter which product it is, it strives to exude humor and fun, 100% Australian spirit.

Malianu wool

The number of sheep raised in Australia is of course world-famous, and the quality of wool it produces is also well-known, among which the fiber of merino wool is the longest in the world. Australian designers skillfully use this high-quality wool to make special clothes such as hand-woven coats, which makes people sit up and take notice. In addition to clothing, other products include wool bedding and sheets; Remember to look for the products marked "pure new wool" when you buy them. Quality is guaranteed. Maliano wool products can be found in major department stores and shops, so you must not miss it.

Choice of Beach and Surfing Clothing-Diversion

The name comes from the bar in Waltz Matilda, a famous poem about vagrants. Billabong has designed and produced a series of unique surfing and sports clothes for Australians for many years, which are highly sought after by ocean lovers. Billabong often sponsors large-scale surfing competitions, which is the favorite of water sports enthusiasts. You can buy it from major loan companies, shops or online.

Ken Donne-exudes vitality and vitality.

Ken Done's fashion works take young and colorful colors as the theme, which symbolizes that his ideal life is full of vigor and vitality. Whether it's a swimsuit, a T-shirt or even an expensive RV, he likes to add canvas as a material, which exudes a strong Australian spirit. His inspiration comes from everything in Australia-sunrise and sunset, high tide and low tide, beaches, gardens and inland wilderness, which can inspire his design. Ken Done is one of the most localized designers today, and his works sell well all over the world. You can buy his clothes and household items in designated department stores and shops.

Rip Curl- sunshine, beach, fashion

In the past 30 years, Rip Curl has been launching colorful surfing clothes for people living in Australia and coastal areas. The brand was inspired by Brian Singer and Danny Warbrick, who pursued a long summer day endlessly. Their products include windsurfing, swimwear, shorts, T-shirts and other beach clothes. You can find this 100% Australian style clothing in major department stores, shops and online.

Books and magazines

Australia publishes a series of books and magazines to share the scenery, food, anecdotes and history of this paradise with people all over the world. Whether it is a coffee table or a book introducing the scenery of Sydney and inland areas, or the works of world-renowned writers such as Peter Carey and Thomas Keneally, you can find its essence; In addition, there are all kinds of mainstream and even alternative magazines, which can know the vision and lifestyle of Australians. You are welcome to buy in bookstores in major cities and regions.

Jungle food

Jungle food, which originated from Australian aborigines, is one of the most distinctive foods, including Beijing tree nuts, wild figs, macadamia nuts, frame nuts, almonds and wild honey.

The most distinctive food in the jungle is the larvae of wood moths. The original English string method is witjuti (pronounced wit-cha-tee), but the tea spectrum is usually written witchetty；; This larva can be found in the roots, stems and trunk of trees. For thousands of years, it has been the favorite food of indigenous people. You can find all kinds of jungle food in franchised food stores and restaurants. If you have the courage, it is definitely worth a try!

Vegetable sauce

Vegemite sauce is a very authentic Australian food, which was sold in Australian supermarkets as early as 1923. It is famous for its unique taste, and it has become a necessary breakfast food for men, women and children from the beginning. Vegemite's slogan (can make people rosy) and unique fermented flavor have long been deeply rooted in people's hearts. Vegemite is a must-buy handwritten letter for every tourist. You are welcome to try it on the spot or buy it home to taste it carefully. You can buy it everywhere.

A Kubla hat

The name Akubra is almost a general term for hats in Australia. Kubla, like the Tai Sen hat worn by cowboys in the western United States, has become a part of Australian customs and culture. A Kubla hat came out in11970s. This rabbit hair hat has always been a very popular product in the Australian outback. Between World War I and World War II, Kubla even produced wide-brimmed hats. In the past few years, Akubra hats have been very popular, favored by heads of state, American presidents, sports stars and movie stars, and made great contributions to the history of Australia! You can go to major department stores and shops and buy one you like online.

Mole skin series

One of the themes of Australian inland clothing is Moleskin heavy wool denim series. This clothing series is made of 100% cotton cloth, soft as velvet, especially like kangaroo skin. This series of clothes has always been very popular in mainland Australia. Ready-made products mainly include pants and shirts. Nowadays, many people engaged in animal husbandry, shearing and herding still often wear it as a part of a style and culture. Like other inland styles, this clothing series has penetrated into suburbs and cities.

Tight waterproof raincoat

Driza-Bone waterproof raincoat, like Akubra hat, has become a symbol of Australia. The name comes from its waterproof structure, which is made of waterproof tarpaulin and keeps dry in heavy rain. By no means comparable to other raincoats. The length of this raincoat is usually knee-length or ankle-length, so that even if the shepherd grazes in the wild for a long time, he can still protect his body and saddle from being wet by water. The material of raincoat is a mixture of natural oil and cotton fiber, which can keep you dry even in downpour. This raincoat is unique in Australia. You can buy them in major shopping centers and regional stores or online.

RM Williams Fashion-Showing the Australian Spirit

For generations, the name RM Williams, like Damper and Billy Tea, has almost become a symbol of wild life. Nowadays, leather boots or furs produced by RM Williams are also very popular among urbanites. RM Williams enjoys a good reputation in animal husbandry and spares no effort to promote Australian tourism. He is the founder of the Rough Riders Association of Australia and participated in the establishment of the Stockman Hall of Fame in Longridge, Queensland. There are many wonderful collections in the museum, which are definitely worth seeing.

You can go to major shopping centers and regional stores and buy RM Williams clothes online.

custom

Australian cities are all modern cities. Because the government advocates planting flowers and grass and pays attention to protecting the environment, every city is built like a garden. Some indigenous people don't want to live in houses provided by the government, but prefer to live in dirty wooden houses. Like western Europeans, Australians wear suits and ties. Indigenous people's clothes are the same as those of western Europeans, but they are rarely washed and look dirty. Other aborigines are naked or covered with a cloth around their waist. Some wear armbands, collars, forehead belts and bone nose needles. In festivals, they also paint their bodies with various colors. Australians generally like to eat beef, mutton, chicken, duck, eggs, game and so on. The food should be light, fancy, not spicy, and interested in Chinese food. I like to eat all kinds of fried eggs, scrambled eggs, cold dishes, ham, shrimp, fish, tomatoes and so on. Western food likes to eat grilled fish with cream, fried prawns, assorted dishes, baked tomatoes and so on.

Taboo and etiquette

Australians are very polite and never speak loudly in public. In banks, post offices, bus stops and other public places, they all wait patiently and orderly. Shaking hands is a way of greeting each other. Hugs and kisses are rare. Australian society has the same habit of "women first" as Britain; They pay great attention to gfd in public places. Most men don't have beards and wear suits and ties when attending formal occasions, while women wear suits and skirts. Australians have a strong sense of time. They must contact in advance and keep the appointment on time. The most appropriate gift is to bring a bouquet of flowers to the hostess or a bottle of wine to the hostess. Australians are very easygoing.