Some Aussie traditions and their backgrounds

Oz Traditions

All about the things Aussies have been doing longer that they or anyone else can remember.

Australians have countless little traditions, more like habits, that make them unique the world over. They include.....

• Eskys. These seem to have universal versatility and, provided they are full of the right things, can keep an Aussie happy for days. They act as portable fridges and seats for many a sporting match, fish holders for fishing trips and lunchboxes for manual labourers.
• G'day. This derivative of "good day" has become a generalised greeting, regardless of social standing, relationship, sex, race, creed or mood.
• Cars. Although rising costs are causing this obsession to subside somewhat, the Aussie obsession with the car is never ending. Large, 6 or 8 cylinder Falcons and Commodores are the order of the day, with either home made, factory or workshop modifications of the sporting type popular, almost predominantly among males.
• Sausages. The basic beef sausage costs around $3 a kilo, and hence is the ideal food for any occasion. Although their nutritional value is questionable, they are quick and easy to cook and can be part of countless meals.
• Beer. The national drink is as popular as it is because of it's taste, "refreshability" and attatched stigma. Favourite brands vary from state to state.
• Akubras. The rabbit pelt hats are as Australian as drizabones, and keep the sun, rain and flies from your face.
• Taking the Piss. Picking on mates, Kiwis (New Zealanders), Poms (Englanders), Yanks (Americans), politicians, and pretty much anything that moves, for no other reason that the sake of it.