Other - Australia

I've lived in a lot of countries, and currently live in NZ. When I arrived here from the UK a few years ago, I was surprised to see that Kiwis appear to be less relaxed than the average population in the UK, Canada, Germany, or France.
I can't quite put my finger on it, but there is something intense about the people here, something that feels to me as if they can't find serenity in anything, are always on edge, always restless, nervous.
I remember the poise and the dignity that seemed to be in the air in places like Sweden, Bavaria, Switzerland, or the US, and I'm beginning to ask myself how Australia would be in this regard.
Is there someone out there who has a well-founded opinion on both countries and can illuminate the issue for me?
I know I like my Australian colleagues, and they do seem very warm and mellow. But that's only five people, and it may be a coincidence...

2007-10-24 20:27:07 · 8 answers · asked by Tahini Classic 7

2007-10-24 16:14:45 · 5 answers · asked by mo k 2

Can anybody reccomend any great wedding reception venues in either Newcastle or the Hunter Valley? Preferably the Hunter Valley as I live near Maitland...

Thank you! ♡

2007-10-24 14:42:00 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

For my Aboriginal studies assignment, I need to make contact with the people involved. Anyone know of any aboriginal groups or associations in the Uluru/Anangu area (with email preferably)?

2007-10-23 22:58:51 · 2 answers · asked by Anastasia K 3

Hi,

I'm interested to find out what your top 10 tourist destinations in Australia are?

Where have you been to in Australia and what was your top 10 destinations that you would reckonmend to other travellers travelling to Australia for the first time or for those who are Australians and wishing to find out where to travel to next?

The destinations can be anywhere in Australia including local attractions, big attractions and hard to find ones too.

Looking forward to hearing some answers!

Thank you

From Clint

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2007-10-23 21:03:19 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I would like to start planning a vacation to Australia in 2009. However, I know absolutely nothing about Australia. We would like to go for about two weeks to see the best of what Australia has to offer. What cities should we stay in. Give me whatever information you have. I can use anything... Also I what time of the year would be the best to go...

2007-10-23 10:39:39 · 6 answers · asked by kik283 2

2007-10-23 05:30:48 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Thinking of staying at Port Douglas for 3 days, after visiting cairns. Is there much to see and do there?

2007-10-22 23:00:55 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-22 22:55:57 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-22 22:20:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-22 21:19:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I m a student right now in Canada...and would like to go to New Zealand next year on a workin visa? What do i need?Give me all the info plz lol...

2007-10-22 16:39:02 · 2 answers · asked by acura_nsx_typer 1

2007-10-22 15:21:16 · 4 answers · asked by tankarling 1

2007-10-22 14:52:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can I drive there? im staying at Mantra One Resort. Or best to fly to Townsville and catch ferry?

2007-10-22 13:56:17 · 1 answers · asked by ehdays 1

Which is the best place to move ,My an Electrical engineer with MBA-Overseas qualifiaction with more exposure to Mareting and finance..I I have worked in India,Middle east and in New Zealand in varied field.

2007-10-22 12:31:30 · 2 answers · asked by dgdatta 1

Plz plz plz help!!!!!!! I don't get it. I looked everywhere. Ok i didn't. Oh well! help plz. I hate homework

2007-10-22 10:47:57 · 3 answers · asked by nicole♥ 3

I would like to know because I am wanting to know about australia.

2007-10-22 07:06:21 · 12 answers · asked by Eden R 3

2007-10-22 06:46:12 · 4 answers · asked by yo mama 1

Does anyone know which the best university in Australia is? To study something around education/psychology areas. Also, any advice to do with moving there from the UK?

2007-10-21 23:02:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have just been asked to go to a group interview at Myer (NSW), i'm an 18 year old backpacker, I have just started work at Mcdonalds and want to know which one pays better.
Any help/advice would be great, thank-you

2007-10-21 18:29:55 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

Summer begins in December, if I am correct. Are there camps that would still accept American applicants for jobs, and are there services that set Americans up with summer camp jobs in Australia? Sort of an Australian equivilant of Camp America or CCUSA?

2007-10-21 18:17:41 · 8 answers · asked by jhandler_2000 1

which is the best place to stay at when visiting cairns. I want to go swimming and see the great barrier reef

2007-10-21 16:38:45 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-21 10:17:43 · 3 answers · asked by mobi_world 1

2007-10-21 10:05:05 · 7 answers · asked by Matt A 2

im just wondering
because i see alot of australian kids when i visit australia drinking beer

2007-10-21 08:19:58 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi, I'm Planing on going to Sydney and Melbourne on July/August 2008 and really need to know how is the weather like on that time, because if is very cold I have to buy my winter clothes right now because in july or august I wont find any cause here is summer. I would like you to tell me if it rains, how cold is, and all the other info you can give me. THANK YOU

2007-10-21 06:38:24 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

And why.......

2007-10-21 05:44:01 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

My friend never mentions it,,like he has no interest at all..I was wondering what most Australians think about seeing N.Y city and San Francisco. I have a place in both and he shows no interest.

2007-10-21 03:33:58 · 10 answers · asked by neveragain 5

2007-10-20 22:58:52 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous