Have you been to Australia? Anyone who has been to Australia has one thing to say, it’s definitely a unique and unforgettable country. There’s so much that’s familiar there and so much that’s very different, too.
Maybe Australia can be your first destination when international travel becomes possible again.
How is it unforgettable?
Here are 55 reasons that make Australia so unique.
1. Keep up with the locals
When in Australia, keep up with the locals. And the locals don’t just mean humans, they include kangaroos, wombat, wallaby, and the Tasmanian devil. Can you keep up with them? You have to. Because there’s also a lot of dangerous animals in the wilds of Australia, including snakes, crocodiles, and jellyfish.
2. Like a moth to a flame
He was sleeping a big bird flew by and hit his ear. It was dark and he couldn’t see what it was. When he woke up, the “bird” was still there. That’s not a bird.
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3. Want to see a kangaroo?
Just look up or down or to your left or right? They’re everywhere, even on the roof of someone’s house!
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4. Everyone lends a helping hand
The Australians always welcome support from different places to help them out with their troubles. And they work side-by-side together.
🐨’s and 🥝’s!@NZArmy have had some unique experiences while assisting #OurPeople on #OpBushfireAssist. They’ve been able to lend a helping hand to the team at Cleland Wildlife Park in South Australia, feeding young koala’s rescued from the bushfires on Kangaroo Island. pic.twitter.com/ze5kylhFUY
— Australian Army (@AustralianArmy) January 29, 2020
5. A laughter call
In some rural places, people are woken up by roosters. In Australia, a local bird named kookabura will wake you up. Unlike a rooster though, it’ll wake you up with its laughter-like sounds, which will put a smile on your face early in the morning.
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6. The most dangerous spiders
Yes, ten of the most dangerous spiders in the world are native to Australia. The locals have learned to leave them unprovoked to live peacefully. You need to learn to do the same when you visit Australia and see these creatures.
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7. A/C AND fan
It gets so hot in Australia that an A/C unit can’t quite cut it. You’ll need a fan as well to beat the heat!
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8. They take care of everyone
And when we say everyone, we mean everyone. That includes the non-human animals, like these bats.
Over 600 bats were transported from caring facilities evacuated in New South Wales due to fire. Our Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital has treated over 100 of these beautiful little souls. I wanted to share with you some of the sweet faces that are getting a second chance at life💛 pic.twitter.com/tZpGhlnMCX
— Bindi Irwin (@BindiIrwin) January 7, 2020
9. Christmas in Australia
While the rest of the world enjoy cooler or snowy weather during the Christmas season, Australia is different. Christmas in Australia means summer time! It’s not an unusual sight to see so many people surfing on Christmas Day.
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10. Crocodile hunter
There are only two crocodile species found in Australia but one of them is the largest. They’re the Saltware Crocodile, the largest crocodile, and the Freshwater Crocodile, who is smaller and harmless to humans. Be careful when you see them because they’re very territorial.
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11. No A/C?
No problem! Get a full ice tray from the freezer and place it on top of your body to cool yourself down. It works for this kitty!
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12. New life
One great thing about Australians, when you beat them down, they will get back up. And they will create new life.
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13. Wildlife love
Aussies love and protect their wildlife. This is why there are signs like this all over Australia and they are known to be careful drivers in areas where the animals can suddenly jump out at you.
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14. Or they show up at unexpected places
It’s not unusual to suddenly find a koala on top of your car parked inside your garage. The bright eyes don’t help lessen the scare factor here.
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15. Sunbathing stingrays
Or you could find them laying on the seashore with you. This pack of stingrays sure want to spend more time with you.
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16. Branded
When the summer gets hot, it gets really hot. 113 degrees Fahrenheit and this is what you get when putting on your seatbelt. You get branded like a cattle.
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17. Animals comforted
Australians make sure orphaned animals are comforted. It could be as simple as feeding them or giving them a teddy to hug.
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18. The toast only Aussies can love
When you mention Vegemite to non-Aussies, they either say, “What’s that?” or “Eww!” But when you ask Aussies about it, they’ve got nothing but love or admiration or both for it.
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19. Don’t leave your shoes out during summer
Seriously, don’t leave your shoes out during the summer. And always check before you put them on. Someone might have made it a respite from the heat.
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20. Solid to liquid
It’s so hot in Australia that solid things literally melt when it comes into contact with asphalt. On the other hand, it’s a great way to decorate the roads with different-colored foot patterns.
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21. Possums want some love
Wallabies aren’t the only ones who want and need love. Possums want it, too, and they’re okay getting it from stuffed toys.
22. Unique cassowary birds
Cassowary birds look like they’re from the paleolithic period. They may look like quiet creatures but they are dangerous and can kill you. When you see them in Australia, look at them, from a distance. Far, far away.
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23. Careful opening your car
During the summer, be careful when you open the car. You might discover something hiding inside.
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24. Cold and hot water taps?
During the summer in Australia, even if you have both cold and hot water faucet taps, only one temperature is coming out. And it’s so hot, you can boil your finger when you touch it even for a second.
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25. When it rains in Australia
When it rains, you go out and play in the rain! Drought is such a natural event in Australia that even an inch of rain is celebrated.
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26. Protection from the magpie
It’s a dangerous time for cyclists during the spring and summer seasons in Australia. That’s when the magpies attack. That’s why you’ll notice cyclists wearing different types of helmet to protect themselves from the magpies.
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27. When eating out
Be careful when eating out in Australia. You might find yourself dining with some scaly guests.
Meanwhile in #Australia… a server drags a cantankerous goanna lizard out of the @mimosawines restaurant #NSW https://t.co/v82MoVWDES pic.twitter.com/8h7uoE9hnF
— S. Mattson Hayhurst (@mattsonhayhurst) February 24, 2017
28. Religion: Jedi
In 2011, almost 70,000 Australias listed Jedi as their religion. Australia responded and has officially included it in the country’s list of religions.
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29. Saving the species
In Australia, they save every species. And they’ll do whatever they can to save every species.
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30. Strict quarantine
Even before this crisis, Australia has been enforcing strict quarantine rules. And if you’re thinking of bringing your furbabies, better place them in a pet hotel instead. Because they’re not going to be staying with you while you visit Australia.
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31. Surprise mail
Do you like surprise mail? How about a surprise in the mail? Careful opening that mailbox or something will scream super loud!
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32. Stormtrooper speeder
Australian police have such a great sense of humor! They know how to balance play with work since they still need to keep the roads safe.
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33. Everyone’s safe
And they’re keeping all the animals safe, too. This vet makes sure injured animals are treated and taken care of until they can go back to their homes.
34. Nutrition is important
And they want their kids to take care of themselves. So free fruits for the kids while the parents shop in the store!
35. Extreme weather
It’s not just the sizzling hot summer weather that tortures the Australians. Sometimes, they got hit by blocks of ice from the sky, too.
36. More hiding places
Even the spiders can’t take the heat. They’ll go anywhere where they can escape the heat.
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37. Rain after fire
If they pray and wish for it hard enough, the rains will come. And their bushfire problems can stop. For now. But right now, they celebrate the rains.
38. Australian street fight
When street fights happen in Australia, it’s not exactly the usual street fight. Case in point, these kangaroos. Better stay away when they fight. They really pack a punch!
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39. A long playmate
Aussie kids also have long, slimy playmates. And they’ll hiss their words.
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40. Cute and furry playmate
But they’ve also got their choice of cute and furry playmates, too. Like this fuzzy cutie!
41. Ready to help
Australians didn’t even think twice about offering what they have to help those who don’t have. And no questions asked, too.
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42. There’s a lizard in the house
In a standard home, when there’s a lizard, it’s easy to chase it away. In an Australian home, when there’s a lizard, it’s a little harder to drive this one away.
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43. A common Australian pet
Talk about a territorial pet. It’s a little harder to cuddle with this one.
44. Cuddly animals
Would you rather have this little one as a pet? We think the answer is yes.
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45. Selfless Aussies
This guy acted on his own. He went into the wildlife to search for injured animals and managed to save several koala bears, including this one.
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46. Little cuties
And for every scary and dangerous creatures, there’s also a lot of cute creatures like this one. And we’re super happy to run across any of them.
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47. Stinging tree
In Australia, animals aren’t the only that can sting you. Even trees can do that, too. So be careful which trees you touch!
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48. Protective helmet
A helmet isn’t just used as a head protector. It’s also a temporary shelter for injured animals, like this possum.
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49. Want a hug?
And they’re so grateful that all they want is to give you a hug. Want one?
50. A country within a country
Did you know that there is a small farm in Australia that’s its own country? Leonard Casley declared his farm in Hutt River Province is its own independent country in 1970. They have their own currency and government. Unofficially, of course, since the Australian government doesn’t recognize this declaration valid.
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51. Back to the rest of Australia
See? It’s not all creepy, scary and dangerous creatures. There’s so many adorable animals in this country who are happy to pose for a selfie.
52. Aussie football
Aussies love their football or sports in general. It’s a great distraction so they’re definitely gonna be watching it all the time.
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53. Fire danger rating
This is the fire danger rating sign in Australia. When you see this sign, pay attention and heed its advice!
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54. Firefighter love
Aussies love and honor their firefighters. That’s why these firefighter calendars are always sold out!
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55. The Sydney Opera House
The famous Sydney Opera House. With terrible acoustics, so many performers, musicians, and audience members have complained about the lack of quality sound. Before the crisis happened though, the opera house closed for a two-year plan to renovate.
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