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Happy hours in Bars and Hotel in most cities from 5 till 8pm

Mac Donald’s is open 24h/7 on both Pitt St. and George St.

Be aware of cabs (taxis)– Airport to Sydney City will be generally set you back $25 to $30

Be aware of cabs – Airport to Melbourne city will generally set you back around $50

BYO – Bring your own (Alcohol to party or restaurant)

Australians like to drink averaging 7.7litres of alcohol per year per person

1 Continent, 5 climates, 3 time zones (+8 +9 +10)

Since 2000 Oz has had a GST - 10% tax applicable to all goods and services

Australian notes include $5, $10, $20, $50, $100.

Famous Australian actors and actresses: Russell Crowe, Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, Eric Bana , Mel Gibson , Heath Ledger, Kylie Minogue, Naomi Watts, Olivia Newton-John ……

Coins are of 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents and $1 & $2 which are stamped with Elizabeth 2

One number works for Police, Fire Brigade, Ambulance - Emergency: 000

Australia runs on 240/250 volts AC

In the outback roads are usually made of dirt and gravel– 4X4 is recommended

Call the US from Australia +/00 1 (Area code and number)

Call Australia from the US +/00 61 (Area code and number)