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Speedos Beginning Australia is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the world, and along with them, a unique culture of swimwear. Among the most iconic of these is the Speedo, affectionately known as the “budgie smuggler.” The history of these men’s bathers dates back to 1914 when Alexander MacRae, a Scottish immigrant,…

G’day. The Australian summer is a time of year we all look forward to – beach trips, barbecues, and long days filled with sunshine. But let’s be real, it can get pretty intense. With soaring temperatures and the infamous Aussie sun, it’s important to know how to stay cool and safe. So, grab your sunnies…

Top Summer Foods in Australia: A Culinary Celebration of Sunshine Australia’s summer is synonymous with vibrant flavours, fresh produce, and alfresco dining. From sizzling barbecues to tropical fruits, the cuisine reflects the diverse culture and Aussies love of the outdoors. Here, we explore the quintessential summer foods that Australians enjoy as the mercury rises. 1.…

Australia’s Beer Craft: A Journey Through Its Brewing Giants Australia is renowned for its distinctive beer culture, an integral part of the nation’s social fabric. From large-scale brewers to innovative microbreweries, Australian beer manufacturers have earned global recognition for their creativity, quality, and dedication to craft. Let’s explore some of the key players who are…

Summer is the perfect time to dive into a good book, and Australian authors have delivered some fantastic reads over the years. Whether you’re lounging by the beach, relaxing at home, or traveling, these books are sure to transport you to different worlds and keep you entertained. I’ve included a few old ones, so you…

We guarantee you’ll find something to please every child in our Aussie Kids Christmas Present Shop List. Geppetto’s Workshop Geppetto’s Workshop offers you a journey through the nostalgia of your childhood, all set to the sounds, smells and textures of a classic European toy store. For over 25 years, customers have visited regularly for the…

Do men get excited over the Christmas gifts they receive? After years of socks, jocks and aftershave, the answer is probably ‘no’. The Great Australian Blog team believe men deserve more than this. It’s time to raise the bar – and this doesn’t necessarily mean spending a lot of money. It means getting creative, thinking…

Aussie Women’s Christmas Gifts The females in my family pretty much outweigh the males 2:1. And frankly, that has made gift shopping so much easier. I know some people will disagree, but for us girls there’s always the standard perfume, jewellery, something green – plants or flowers—or clothes to fall back on. Although the guys…

Christmas puddings and the Australian Christmas lunch My new Christmas dress clinging to my sweat-soaked back and the suffocating air of a tiny terrace house in Melbourne’s west, brimming with family (half who were smokers) for an Australian Christmas lunch, was never enough to deter me from munching into my aunty’s homemade Christmas pudding. She…

Each year you say you’re going to be more organized, and you’re going to have Christmas presents all wrapped by mid-December. Well, guess what? There’s SEVEN weeks till Christmas Day. There’s still time to get it all done. With a large family, I always start early and from experience I know it makes life so…