Author: jazbhbmy
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Australian School Holidays 2027: Term Dates for Every State and Territory
Planning a family holiday, trying to work out childcare, or simply wondering when the kids are going to be home from school again? Australian school holidays don’t fall on the same dates everywhere. Each state and territory sets its own school term dates, which means the holidays in Victoria can be different from those in…
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Why Is The Queen On Australian Money?
Why Is the Queen on Australian Money? – A Complete History For decades, Australians have grown up seeing Queen Elizabeth II’s familiar face on coins and banknotes. But why is the Queen on Australian money? The answer lies in Australia’s history as a constitutional monarchy, its ties to the British Crown, and a tradition that…
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Stranger Than Fiction: 5 Unusual Australian Animals You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Australia is often described as the land where nature broke the rules—and for good reason. Beyond the kangaroos, koalas, and kookaburras lies a hidden world of oddities that defy logic and classification. In this follow-up to our exploration of the continent’s quirkiest creatures, we’re shining the spotlight on five lesser-known species that are just as…
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Weird Australian Animals: Nature’s Strangest Down Under
Australia is famous for its sunburnt landscapes, the Great Barrier Reef, and the laid-back lifestyle. But among the eucalyptus trees, red deserts, and turquoise waters, the country also hides some of the planet’s strangest creatures. From venomous mammals to walking fish, Australia is a hotspot for evolutionary oddities. In this post, we dive deep into…
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Shrimps on The Barbie: Why Aussies Love a Good Backyard BBQ
Let’s get one thing straight right off the bat: no Aussie actually says “shrimps on the barbie.” That little phrase was cooked up for an American tourism ad back in the ’80s, and we’ve been copping it ever since. Still, the sentiment behind it? Spot on. Because if there’s one thing we do love Down…
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Do We Ride Kangaroos to School?
When I was twelve, I had a pen friend from the United States. Her name was Maddie, and she lived in a town just outside of Chicago. We exchanged letters once a month, sometimes slipping in stickers or little drawings. She loved asking questions about my life in Australia—what the weather was like, whether we…
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Cockatoos in Australia: big, beautiful and bombastic
Cockatoos in Australia As a kid growing up in country Victoria, we were lucky to have our own sulphur-crested cockatoo aptly named ‘Cocky’. I also remember my Grandma having a galah or cockatiel flying around her kitchen at various times. They were different times back then, and I don’t agree with having big birds in…
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Easter in Australia
Easter in Australia Easter in Australia is a religious festival that has its roots in Australia’s Christian European past. It’s certainly not only religious people who celebrate Easter though. The government mandated long weekend (Good Friday & Easter Monday are public holidays) provides a great opportunity for getting away and having a break before winter…
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Where Can I See Dolphins in Australia?
Australia, with its huge coastline and rich marine biodiversity, offers numerous opportunities to see dolphins in their natural habitat. You may be asking the question, ‘where can I see dolphins in Australia?’ Whether you’re a local or a visitor, we’ve found a few places to provide unforgettable experiences and the chance to witness these magnificent…
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Can You Have a Homebirth in Australia?
Women’s Business Traditionally homebirth in Australia was considered ‘women’s business’ and men were kept well away. Things have changed considerably over the past hundred years or so, and what was once an event that required women’s expertise has been largely overtaken by men. Birthing has become medicalised and shifted into the hospital setting. There are…