American Reacts to MORE differences between AUSTRALIA and the UNITED STATES

[@BradSimmonds-j7o]

It's not illegal to drive barefoot in Australia and cars don't have right of way over pedestrians, I don't know who she is getting all this incorrect info from.

[@peterdubois65]

I've driven barefoot in Australia for over 40 years

[@a_hsalem6314]

Yeah I know. Pedestrians have right of way and my brother drove barefoot always. Maybe it is in the city that she is referring to ??

[@SueNicholls-95]

I've driven bare foot for over 53 years, still do!! 😂

[@JoelWende]

You’re 100 percent correct, it’s a common myth though. I’ve had so many people tell me that it’s illegal to drive barefoot in Australia and argue with me when I say it isn’t! And you’re also right…pedestrians do have the right of way, it’s just that cars won’t give way 😂

[@nobodysbusiness566]

@@JoelWende I also thought pedestrians had an automatic right of way but I was wrong, look further up on this post, I had AI do some research for me.

[@louisaklimentos7583]

Backpackers stay in Australia for 12 months or more and think they know everything about our beautiful country and sometimes they get it all wrong ! Lol

[@kevintrodd3732]

Barefoot driving IS NOT illegal in any state in Australia. Cars do not have right off way over pedestrians, the push buttons on the crosswalks are also designed so you can kick them if you have your hands full. Should be paying attention when going through a roundabout?? You should be paying attention every time you’re driving. Packages are left unless the sender says not too, you request them not too or if delivery driver deems it unsafe to leave. We hand our washing on a clothesline outside because we have the climate to do so, and why waste electricity on a dryer..??

[@Kualabear02]

When I was in Melbourne I noticed they went to go around the corner in the city and they would let all the crowd of pedestrians cross first.

[@paulene1188]

@@Kualabear02 that's the law

[@StaceyPestell]

It is not illegal to drive barefoot in Australia

[@CQuinnLady]

In response to @5:43, Australia has excellent public transport, we arent dependant on cars. If you live in the country then yes u will need a car. At a roundabout it is a give way at all 4 points. The rule is to give way to all those already on the roundabout. Enter when its safe to do so. Many mistake roundabouts with the give way to those on ur right rule. If we all played by that rule, noone would ever move lol. Real estates dont like u using blutack because it leaves an oily residue and tape can tear the paint. Most now prefer things to be hung as nails are easy to fill and paint over. Tipping in Australia still happens. We used to tip after a restaurant meal. Often the restaurants put the tips away to an end of year party. I guess it depends on the restaurant and the staff. Dryers are really bad for clothes. Its easy to just hang it out on the clothes line. Pay for heat to dry them or use the heat from the sun, which is free.

[@ScottEDawg]

While I think of it, I'll give you a little history lesson on the word 'thong' and why us Australians use it. The word thong describes a strap of leather (or other material) that is usually used to fasten an item (usually clothing or footwear) to the body. Strangely, the footwear article has been around a lot longer than the clothing item, so it has precedence for the use!.

[@stanleywiggins5047]

The only time this 66 year young Aussie has used a clothes dryer was in the laundromat, my clothes line is under cover (in the shed) in winter it can take a week to dry, that's when I would go & spend a couple of $$ at the laundromat. But spring, summer and autumn only takes a couple of hours 😊

[@Jeni10]

“No Australian states or territories have actually outlawed wearing inappropriate footwear while driving, and this includes wearing no footwear at all. However, rule 297 of the Australian Road Rules 2008 provides that the driver must still take all precautions to drive in the safest manner possible.”

[@GregDunne-zf2ep]

It used to be illegal driving with thongs on 50 years ago but I never new of anyone getting charged for it

[@nobodysbusiness566]

@@GregDunne-zf2ep I have a faint memory of that as well, due to them getting wet.

[@Jeni10]

Australia has laws governing minimum wages for every type of employee.

[@AB_883]

Thought that there was always a law when it came to minimum wages? 🤔 either way, if they’re making it stricter to enforce employers to pay their employees fairly then it’s a great thing.

[@lorrefl7072]

We have the same sound in Belgium for crosswalks. Here a car has to stop to let a pedestrian cross a crosswalk by law. You don't have to stop if there's no crosswalk, except if it's like a road without markings for a crosswalk. With the package delivery in Belgium they never leave it at the door if you're not home. Depending on which company that delivers they will either try a neighbour and you then get a card in the mailbox that your package was deliverd with a neighbour and what number. Or they will bring it to a pickup point of this particular delivery firm (in my town the pickup points are either in newspaper/magazine shops or small convinience shops) and then you have 8 to 14 days to pick it up depending on the delivery firm. Or they will put a card in your mailbox saying they will come back, and to check their site to see when. With one delivery firm (B-Post) you can also put your delivery preferences in your account. I prefer it to go to a pickup point right away and not home, so that's what I put on there, and you can choose which pickup point.

[@fabiacooney9378]

9:33 fun fact about the crosswalk sound, Finneas O'Connell recorded it and added to Billie Eilish's song Bad Guy in an altered sample. 21:10 we are definitely more comparable to the UK as we also don't have a buying in bulk culture. It exists but most people still prefer weekly shopping to reduce waste. The drying of clothes outside is due to the weather being more favourable for this and using a clothes dryer isn't cheap so we have all grown up being taught that a clothes dryer is only used for when you can't hang outside or if you live in an apartment for large items like bedding and towelling.

[@SueNicholls-95]

And your clothes smell lovely after being dried in the sun and fresh air ❤

[@michaelmclachlan1650]

And if you do buy bulk items you'll need space to store the stuff as well. Though I did once fill my car boot with Irn-Bru soft drink. It was technically out of date so they were giving it away!

[@SueNicholls-95]

@@michaelmclachlan1650 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

[@davejensen7922]

The shortening of words is to keep your mouth closed unless you need to open it because of all the flies

[@arty4358]

🤣🤣😂😂

[@benralphsmith6091]

Lol

[@Christian-ew4eg]

Carnt have said it better myself .

[@ajpussinboots5062]

Its energy conservation

[@davidberriman5903]

According to the New South Wales road rules there is no specific requirements on footwear when driving. You must have proper control of the vehicle. If your thong gets caught under the brake pedal and you don't stop and have an accident you are in it. Barefoot, thongs, sandles or any other footwear is fine provided it doesn't affect your control of the vehicle.

[@janmeyer3129]

My outdoor clothes lines are immediately over a big bed of rosemary - so the clothes brush back and forward over the rosemary as they dry - smell beautiful (like freshly laundered clothes!)

[@ShipCreek]

Nice idea.👍

[@janmeyer3129]

@@ShipCreek I am lucky

[@leighreganarblaster9852]

Milk is $1 to $5 not $20

[@Jeni10]

Wherever we have sunshine in Australia, we dry the washing outside. In Winter or when it’s raining or blowing a gale, we use the clothes dryer. It’s for practical usage as well, why send up the electricity bill when the sun is free!

[@bline5891]

And clothes dried in the open smell so good!

[@Danceofmasks]

Dryers destroy elastics. Every time people in the US complain that their bras don't last long enough or whatever, I just counter with, "you've been using the dryer, haven't you?"

[@karelbaeten3306]

some roundabouts have lights to better control peak traffic. There will be signs advising that the lights take priority if they are on. When they are off, the roundaabout rules apply.

[@juliegraham7109]

When she was talking about roundabouts there is no stop sign is a give way sign is red and white trigangle with giveway in black writing.

[@kari2570]

Pedestrians have right of way in shared zones, like parking lots, etc, and of course zebra crossings. I think she's mixing common sense with legal laws. It's taught here to look before you cross, even if you have right of way, cause there's idiots on the road.

[@ohrubydear]

There's no such thing as right of way in Australian road laws. Only give way.

[@jenniferharrison8915]

I don't believe barefoot driving is illegal, just not recommended! Cars have to stop for pedestrians on crossings, especially near schools! I enjoyed your rants, refreshing to know that some Americans are aware that being oblivious to the world is not normal! There's no tipping culture, it's completely voluntary! We have washing lines, sunshine and fresh air preserves clothes and money! Queenslanders especially shorten everything, too hot, too busy! She is articulate, I'm over the 'like' though, it's so indecisive! 🙋

[@johnnichol9412]

"Cars have to stop for pedestrians on crossings, especially near schools!". Required by law to stop period, school or no school.

[@JoelWende]

Minimum wage after causal loading (which 90 percent of servers will get) is $30.25 per hour, which is $20.41 US dollars. On Saturday’s you get a minimum of $45.38 (30.61 US), On Sundays it’s $52.94 (35.72), and on Public Holidays it’s $75.62 ($51 US). That’s why we don’t need a tipping culture!

[@Andrew-df1dr]

We also don't want that culture.

[@stevenmcguin5189]

You both got the audible pedestrian crossing right. It was also...invented...by Australia.👍

[@amandaloel1782]

But we don't call them crosswalks, we call them CROSSINGS!!! Short for pedestrian crossings...

[@lillibitjohnson7293]

Australia invented the rotary clothes line

[@ShipCreek]

Hills hoist. It was a great place to play as a kid🤣

[@lisainthestudio]

​@@ShipCreekmakeshift Merry go round when we were kids, we used to hang off it and spin

[@nobodysbusiness566]

I used AI to do the reasearch about this for me, and for all of us. We should know this, especially if a driver... In Australia, there is no automatic right of way for either pedestrians or vehicles in all situations. The rules vary depending on the circumstances, but here are some key points to consider: Pedestrian Crossings (Zebra Crossings): Pedestrians have right of way when crossing at a marked pedestrian (zebra) crossing. Vehicles must stop and allow pedestrians to cross safely. Traffic Lights: When there are traffic lights, pedestrians should only cross when the pedestrian signal is green or "walk." Vehicles must yield to pedestrians who are legally crossing the road at intersections with traffic lights. Unmarked Crossings and Intersections: Pedestrians do not automatically have right of way at unmarked intersections. However, drivers are expected to take reasonable care and avoid colliding with pedestrians. Pedestrian Islands and Median Strips: Pedestrians using islands or median strips to cross roads must wait for an appropriate gap in traffic unless there is a pedestrian crossing signal. Turning Vehicles: When a vehicle is turning (left or right) into a road, it must give way to pedestrians who are crossing at the intersection or side street they are entering. Driveways: Vehicles must give way to pedestrians when entering or exiting driveways. Overall, pedestrians have certain rights in marked situations, but they are also expected to follow road rules, such as crossing at designated points and waiting for safe gaps in traffic. Drivers are required to exercise caution around pedestrians, especially in high-traffic pedestrian areas. In Regards to wearing thongs/ Flip Flops it came back with this.... In Australia, it is not illegal to drive barefoot or while wearing thongs (flip-flops). There has never been a specific law prohibiting these practices across the country. However, drivers are required to ensure that they have full control of their vehicle at all times, which is part of the general road rules. Important Considerations: Barefoot Driving: While driving barefoot is not illegal, it may affect your ability to control the pedals properly, especially in emergency situations. If being barefoot impairs your control of the vehicle, it could lead to a fine or charge for driving without due care. Thongs/Flip-Flops: Wearing thongs while driving is also not specifically illegal. However, since thongs can easily slip off, become stuck under pedals, or reduce grip, it may pose a safety risk. If an accident occurs and it's found that inappropriate footwear (such as thongs) contributed to it, you could be held liable. In summary, driving barefoot or in thongs is not against the law, but you are legally responsible for ensuring your footwear (or lack thereof) doesn't compromise your ability to safely operate the vehicle. I can remember the thong becoming stuck under the peddle and I vaguely remember having problems driving in thongs when my feet were wet, My nickname is Yeti though, I do have big feet lol

[@johnnichol9412]

The one that was missed that in "Shared Zones" such as shopping mall carparks pedestrians have priority over vehicles.

[@grannyof12kids]

Blu Tack is good because it doesn't mark your paint when you take it off the walls, and you can stick anything with it anywhere

[@psylenced]

Street lights are switching over to LED and are also now designed (required?) to point downward (or at least have the top shielded to prevent light leaking up). So light pollution is a consideration in their design. Lights are in the roundabout mainly in very busy city areas. Just to help flow of traffic during peak or to give priority to major roads. Lights take priority.

[@tesssnow9381]

Charlie You are so much more knowledgeable about Australia than most of the people you react on. I would love to see you come here, you would fit in so well in so many ways

[@ScottBanks-mv9ic]

Stop lights are used in busy roundabouts where there traffic predominantly comes from one or two directions to allow cars in the less utilised entry's to get access onto the roundabout at times intervals. This stops people being stuck waiting for a break in traffic to enter the rebound for long periods as the light will cause an interruption to the flow for a short duration allowing those people in. This is not common but occurs at roundabouts that have been identified as having this particular traffic flow issue

[@s_t_hogan]

Sometimes those lights on roundabouts are only turned on during peak periods.

[@revan7364]

I love camping mostly for the night sky. The cars are meant to stop at a crosswalk if someone is crossing.

[@ShipCreek]

Australian in wA, the post office will txt you to say when your package will arrive. You are given the chance at that time to change post info. They also txt when parcel has been delivered. Its brilliant. I love PO tech.

[@lindasweeney969]

It's not illegal to drive barefoot. It's actually quite the opposite. It's illegal to drive in thongs/flip flops to use the American term as they can get caught under the pedals of the car while driving and cause an accident. Pedestrians do! have the right of way when crossing the road and cars should stop for them. However when you get people not paying attention or are on their phone which is also illegal, it's safer to stop and check and make sure the person behind the wheel is paying attention and actually going to stop. As far as packages are concerned you have to option to have the parcel left when you are not there but you have to give Aus Post permission to do so. If she goes onto the Australia post website she will be able to put in her preference.

[@ianmontgomery7534]

pedestrians don't have right of way at roundabouts where there is a designated crossing.

[@richardcrowell284]

The lights on the roundabouts are so they can control the traffic during peak hour, if you have a long queue on one side they can let the busy side on to the roundabout. The only time a vehicle has right of way over a pedestrian is a bus going through a crossing if the lights have changed and it was unable to complete the turn. It is called a clothes line and most people have a rotary one (Hills Hoists are probably the most popular) the newer ones fold up and are removable. I am an immigrant over here in Oz I arrived in 1972 as a Thirteen year old, my parents my younger brother and myself came over from England on what was called an assisted passage. My parents paid Ten pounds each for their tickets, hence the term of Ten Pound Poms, allegedly the name 'Poms' was derived from Prisoner of mother England.

[@madenabyss6981]

I always drive barefoot its not illegal in western Australia.

[@rickmumford9837]

Had my licence since 84. Rarely worn shoes driving.

[@johnthring3437]

❤iv been driving since I turned 17 I'm now 75 iv never seen traffic lights in a round about isn't illegal to drive shoeless . Cars don't have right away all the time

[@ScottBanks-mv9ic]

Aussie here, have seen light in roundabouts many times. Not common but this does exist in Australia

[@miniveedub]

Some intersections with roundabouts that are very busy at certain times like peak hour will have lights that operate at those times which are turned off the rest of the time.

[@lisainthestudio]

Canberra has a few lights in roundabouts

[@Mrkris87]

Love the shirt mate 👍🏻

[@CharlieDownUnder]

Thanks 👍

[@BradSimmonds-j7o]

Tipping actually originated in England in the 1800's and normally paid by wealthy business people prior to being served so they got served ahead of others. The word comes from; To Improve Promptness

[@robertmurray8763]

I think tipping was Britain in the Middle Ages. USA has very low wages and poor working conditions.

[@BradSimmonds-j7o]

@@robertmurray8763 It was during the Industrial Revolution not the Middle Ages, so the wealthy, bosses, Managers etc could return to work more quickly.

[@robertmurray8763]

@BradSimmonds-j7o Just the information I have in Europe, tipping started in the Middle Ages and Britain pre-industrial revolution going back to the 1400s.

[@BradSimmonds-j7o]

@@robertmurray8763 Why did they need "To Improve Promptness" to service in the 1400's? What would the point to it have been? I need to get back to the Castle quickly before it's attacked? Perhaps a gratuity might have been given for service, but re-read what TIP stands for and it was given PRIOR to receiving service not as a gratuity given afterwards.

[@robertmurray8763]

@BradSimmonds-j7o Tipping in the US is more like modern-day slavery.With extremely low wages. I've seen it in the USA, and Americans treat restaurant staff appalling. You don't get anything quicker just because you tip!

[@justinadamson4115]

In the Australian state of Victoria cars have to give way to pedestrians when turning. "You must give way to any pedestrians crossing the road you are entering, except at roundabouts without a pedestrian crossing. When making a right turn, watch for any oncoming traffic (including bike riders) as well as pedestrians crossing the road you are about to enter." "Driving barefoot is not illegal in Australia. There are no specific laws in any Australian state or territory that prohibit driving without shoes. However, while it's legal, there are important safety considerations that every driver should be aware of before deciding to drive barefoot."

[@stuarttaplin8567]

Somebody commented about the road toll, in Australia The state of Victoria, was the first to introduce the compulsory wearing of seat belts, in 1970. This was because the road toll, was rapidly increasing, untill one year, in Victoria alone, it reached, 1,399 fatalities. Shortly after, seat belts were mandatory. The population, and motor vehicle ownership, has more than doubled. However, the road toll has reduced dramatically, to about just over 300 fatalities per annum. This is proportionally, less than fatal drug overdoses. And it has been advocated by some, to legalise illicit drugs. Fasten your seat belt, while injecting!

[@LisavonAustralis]

If you're a bit ocd and like your picture frames straight, a lil blob of Blu Tack on the bottom corners keeps them perfectly! 😁

[@Me-bq4pd]

Thanks to Unions, which apparently are seen as "Socialist/Communist" by some Americans, achieved laws protecting workers and workers rights. These included Minimum wages that employers MUST pay their employees.

[@Andrew-df1dr]

And the eight hour day.

[@Jeni10]

Blu-Tack is a flat pack of strips for attaching posters, photos, and lightweight objects to cupboards, walls and doors. You tear off a piece (just like chewing gum strips), and knead it fir a minute to get it elastic and tacky, then you put it at the back corner of your poster and repeat for all four corners, then you can adhere it to the wall. If you want to move it, peel it off the wall and relocate it. Also useful for fridge notes as well as in the office and for crafts.

[@MariaRosa1972]

Blue tack can be useful for so many things. It’s not only good for hanging things up but also for sticking things down. I am blind and those beeping signals are very useful. I wish there were more of them. And I think tipping has become more of a thing, especially with food delivery services.

[@lucindasavona2278]

I've only owned 1 clothes dryer - years ago. It was stolen so I've never bought another one. I have always had a clothesline. Sometimes it's shared - depending on where I'm renting. Where I am living now, I have 2 clotheslines. One in the sun plus one under cover.

[@monkemagic9726]

I went to China to live for a while. 1 thing i miised was looking at the stars. Flew into shanghai and remembered thinking Where are all the stars.

[@ShipCreek]

The CCP hid them behind the smog so the citizens wouldn't waste time wishing upon them😂

[@JennyMillikan]

It's not recommended to drive barefoot if you are in an accident getting out of your car is too dangerous. I always dry my clothes on the hills hoist. Adelaide

[@ginalou5774]

Not illegal to drive barefoot in Australia unless you are driving a vehicle over 4.5 tonnes

[@jesamindee6783]

I'm an Aussie, and I always drive barefoot! I have never heard it was illegal and have never heard that any one has ever been fined for it!! She said that is something her Dad told her, I think it's just something her dad has a beef about!! Cars might have right of way over pedestrians, but we are taught in primary school (grade) how to be road smart as a pedestrian, like when crossing a road, stop, look both ways, and only cross when there are no cars coming. If there is no cross walk where pedestrians do have right of way, try and cross on a corner, etc. It's just common sense that cars may not always be aware of a pedestrian and it is up the [pedestrian to be careful!!

[@juanitatabe7472]

No, we are allowed to drive barefoot. Pedestrians have right of way. Drying your clothes outside makes them smell so much fresher and they don’t wear out so quickly. And much better for your electricity bill.

[@stuarttaplin8567]

I resided in Gladsone, central Queensland, for a few years, and wondered why the flat had a clothes dryer. I washed and hung my clothes outside, and waited days for them to dry. Well, they didnt.At that time of the year, they won't. I didnt know about the humidity.

[@StaceyPestell]

Some places have tip jars at the register and all the staff usually use it for Christmas or other holidays for all employees

[@leighreganarblaster9852]

In 🇦🇺 we have something call TAC Traffic accident commission we they help any by vehicles not cyclists. She wrong because in 🇦🇺 pedestrian have right away People still just tape

[@candycanessongs]

On top of the Great Dividing Range you can see the Cities Light Pollution as a distant glow...

[@mariasnow-hinkson6631]

Hi Charlie - Aussie in California here. I lerrrrve blu-tack!!! found USA has yellow tack, available in stationery stores. it isn't as effective as blu-tack. Blu-tack doesn't leave marks on walls. :D enjoying your YT content!

[@vtbn53]

Yes part 3 please. BTW Australia Post WILL leave packages at the door if they are asked to do so, usually when you add your delivery details there is an option to add a note that is passed on to Oz post, if not you can leave a note on the door, there are very few porch pirates in Oz. Also, whilst the tipping culture here is nothing like in the US it is customary to leave a small tip (10% say) in "fancy" restaurants, but it is by no means mandatory. Cheers.

[@gaileth8761]

We can now elect to have packages sent straight to a temporary locker, rather than have to go to the post office. Blu Tac is pretty old hat these days, since 3M make hooks with disposable tape strips that can easily be removed without damaging walls or paint. Tipping is not required here because we have absolute minimum wages, unlike the US, where staff need tips to top up their wage... if you can even call it that. We're so lucky that tax is already calculated in the price, and it's a straight 10%. Rather than something being say $20 and then having to add 10% on top, prices would be listed as $20, "including 10% GST" - Goods and Services Tax. We can still leave a tip if we want. Clothes dryers are great when it's wet, which isn't that often, even during the rainy season - summer, but they're expensive to run electricity wise, plus using a washing line, chances are the clothes would dry quicker outside anyway.

[@MariaRosa1972]

Also, we end to add on to the end of names for example Dave becomes Davo And John becomes Jono. I have no idea why we do this but there you go.

[@Aussie.Mick.G]

3:45 It's not illegal to drive barefooted silly woman

[@JAWs313]

And we don't use clothe dryers because 1. We don't have snow and ice to worry about our clothes freezing if left outside, it's hotter here for longer, so n we take advantage of that, hanging clothes outside on the clothesline Ttil dry or nearly dry...then most ppl have what's called an airer...a small fold-up clothes rack to put things on that aren't quite dry yet. THE other reason tho is that our machines don't seem to be as strong/powerful as the American ones....they don't seem to be made to take clothes from totally drenched to dry... but if they're half dry or a bit wet from the rain, then they work fine...they also seem to be a lot more expensive to n run n when you DO use them, so you're just better off just using the sun for free!

[@robb3210]

It is not illegal driving barefoot in Australia, and as a pedestrian the moment you put your foot on the crossings you have right of way over traffic, as for the beeping noise at pedestrian crossings are there to let blind people know what is happening.

[@davidfaorlin7620]

Melbourne is the largest city in Australia. Approx 5.5 million people. With a forecast of 7 million by the end of 2024 and 9.2 million by 2046.

[@stevegreen2432]

It is not illegal to drive barefoot in Australia---half the population out West never wear shoes. I think I have worn shoes about three times so far this year! It is illegal to drive in your half sandals!!!! So she really needs to get the facts right before making a video.

[@Paul77ozee]

They only take the package to the post office if the sender paid for signature on delivery. 95% of the time l go to the post office there is only 1 or 2 people waiting in line. Half that time there’s no one lining up.

[@adaptivelogic1354]

I live in Melbourne ... it's 5 million people, but from my house 15 km out of the city we can see the stars really well!! Personally I would never drive bare foot cos I did once on a really hot day and my foot slipped off the brake pedal ... I nearly went through a red light!!

[@josht1139]

lol its not illegal to drive barefoot i was always told even by the guy who passed me better to drive without shoes

[@leighreganarblaster9852]

In 🇦🇺 you can drive beat foot Remember 🇦🇺 settled be 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@GregDunne-zf2ep]

I tip some times if I'm feeling rich and the service has been great and they make you feel like they care about you having a good experience

[@HaurakiVet]

The buzzers on traffic lights are not unique to Oz, NZ has the same system and has done for years. Roundabouts are a big thing here as well, traffic lights are often replaced by them which results in improved traffic flows without loss of safety. Good luck trying to sue anyone for injury in NZ as the accident compensation system here makes it virtually impossible, costs incurred by said injuries, including income while off work and rehabilitation are covered by the ACC and of course medical care is not an issue with a nationalised health system.

[@SaintSfefan]

In Australia we have roundabouts but in the major cities in busy times such as 9am or 5pm they become stop and go traffic lights but through the day not in peak hours they are just normal round abouts

[@DarinAllan0]

I am so damn impressed, I've found an American who can drive a manual car, kudos (american term) to you.

[@Kualabear02]

I live in Australia and even took my licence with bare feet but I was told that flip flops are illegal. It was back in the late seventies!

[@stevenbalekic5683]

Pedestrians have right of way in carparks and cars definitely do stop for pedestrians at crossings...4 way stops are stupid...in Australia one of the roads of the crossing will always have right of way and the other will be a give way (yeild)...this way one road (the busier) doesn't stop and the less busy road just gives way and continues on. With registered and tracked parcels you have the option to "permission to leave" on an app.

[@zalired8925]

It's not illegal to drive barefoot. However, if you are involved in an accident driving bare feet it can be deemed as not being in full control of a motor vehicle. (NSW) The rules to roundabouts are the normal give way to your right. Meant to be anyway.

[@christopherbarclay7482]

It's not give way to the right , it is the car on the roundabout has right of way . Check the road rules , you are operating a car not knowing the correct road rules . Many laws have been changed . Operating a vehicle it's your responsibility to know the correct road rules , ignorance is not an excuse when pulled over by the police .

[@christopherbarclay7482]

You need to check the road rules , it's not give way to the right , the car on the roundabout has the right of way . The road rules have changed since that way , so ignorance of the law isn't an excuse when being pulled over by the police . Every few years things change so checking the road rules is paramount to driving safely and keeping others safe on the roads at all times .

[@zalired8925]

@@christopherbarclay7482 You're the type that knock me and others off our motorbikes. There was no need for that. Do you think I don't know that you fool. And yes, when you approach a roundabout and a car is already on or about to enter on your right you must give way. Not barge in saying I was here first, get out the way. Nice to know there are incompetent drivers giving dangerous advice like yourself.

[@Andrew-df1dr]

I like that Australia has strict road rules. No government wants to have a high road toll. It's a burden on the health system and trauma for the people. I also like the helmet laws for bicycles. It literally saves lives.

[@Maureen-g2c]

This is like comparing Alaska with Hawaii, she doesn't seem to know what she is talking about. Less light pollution could also be because we have cleaner air. Driving bare foot is not illegal. Cars do not have right of way over pedestrians. We do have 4 ways stop signs in Australia but thankfully not many, and mainly in country areas. Don't get confused, RED = STOP, GREEN = GO, even if on a very busy roundabout. Picking up packages saves them from getting stolen, just watched a video on this in USA and it seems a very common occurrence. Blue Tac doesn't rip the paint off the walls when removed, tape does. We happily tip to show appreciation of good service. Clothes horse is the words you're looking for. Those things for drying your clothes outside are "Hills Hoists". Fantastic Australian invention and great for kids to swing on with the sprinkler going on the lawn, - keeps you cool. Sorry this comment is so long, but she was so wrong about Australia.

[@AbblittAbroad]

The law in Tasmania says “Any footwear must be securely fastened to your feet”. It doesn’t say you must be wearing shoes, rather IF you are, they must be secure. That means no thongs, slip on sandals, etc. Police officers here recommend driving barefooted as you can feel what you are doing.

[@benralphsmith6091]

Yeah it’s true and we have to declare all objects that we own to the government in these forms called objecticeses

[@stevehewlett67]

I drive barefoot in Australia.Not illegal here I am sure.🤔

[@a_hsalem6314]

It is called a Hills Hoist (washing line) to dry clothes outside

[@a_hsalem6314]

I have an inside HillsHoist. Fun Fact: HillsHoist were an Australian invention

[@jessjenkins5474]

Or to swing on...then get in trouble by parents 😂

[@matthewgreer7735]

We dont do pumpkin pie guys or any sort of pie over the Christmas period but we eat meat pies every bloody day!!!🇦🇺😁 Ours would probably be a Christmas pudding with custard the pudding consists of different fruit and nuts and brandy or rum. We do love pumpkin scones which is like your biscuits. Don't really have Aussie made Christmas movies. Drinks would be beer and wine and eggnog and softdrink for kids. Lots of seafood, cold ham, cold chicken and salads. Love you guys!!!🇦🇺🇺🇲🇦🇺

[@trevordonohoe3712]

ive been driving for 35 years and i drive barefoot all the time. i drive a manual or as usa says stick shift and never. Never been told by the cops about driving barefoot ever

[@trevordonohoe3712]

plus driving barefoot you feel the pedals n car better..try it. peace

[@katehobbs2008]

There is a fair amount of misinformation in this.

[@fayedeutsher9387]

Get your facts straight love 😂

[@PS-Straya_M8]

Part 3 please from your friends down under 😁🙃

[@ohrubydear]

She's wrong about right of way. There is no 'right of way' in our laws, only 'give way'. Pedestrians give way to traffic and can be fined for jaywalking if they cross at a non-pedestrian crossing. But cars also have to give way to pedestrians or other hazards on the road (except for animals). However we have a lot of common courtesy rules about it. If there's a lull in traffic, cars will naturally slow for pedestrians to cross, and pedestrians generally don't step out into traffic when it's unsafe to do so. She's right that you absolutely have to thank whoever lets you pass, whether you're walking or driving

[@GregDunne-zf2ep]

Most people will stop in car parks and let the pedestrian go they don't have to but we call it manners

[@johnnichol9412]

If it is a shared zone then the pedestrian has priority.

[@glenstamper3388]

If your in a car you have to give way to pedestrians. What she is say is not only wrong but dangerous. If someone traveling to Australia believes this they may end up in serious trouble or kill someone. Driving bare foot is not illegal either

[@SaintSfefan]

Ok Australia post if you are expecting a package it is tracked Australia Post gives you options 1 if you cannot sign for a package 2 is there somewhere safe where they leave it 3 if you are not home they will send a SMS to your phone and tell you where you can pick up your package AND YOU DO NOT HAVE TO LINE UP IN A QUEUE A MILE LONG

[@dominiquehobden4197]

You have to stop at a crossing it's a bloody crossing. Can you do Aussie people doing about Australia cause Americans don't know our rules

[@Amanda-uc5jq]

It’s not illegal to drive barefoot 🙄

[@DarinAllan0]

If in doubt put a roundabout!

[@Andrew-df1dr]

They are very user friendly.

[@johncunningham4820]

This Woman is somewhat misinformed .

[@Andrew-df1dr]

Somewhat huh? Lol. A fair bit, I say.

[@Rastusmishka12]

Lights at roundabouts are to reduce congestion during peak hours to allow flow from other directions other than the main direction of flow. Australian cities a very cycle friendly, not as much as EU but more so than the US

[@johnwhear9600]

Not illegal, but there is a common sense reason behind the 'myth'. What if... you trudge a piece of gravel or glass into your vehicle and it gets stuck in the brake pedal. You hit the brake hard but pull your foot off because it hurt. You've lost control of the vehicle.

[@murraysharpe8676]

Fun fact - sunlight disinfects clothes so it's better for the environment and for you.

[@Maireadmoss]

The US would be an ideal place to research the effect of food additives and high fructose corn syrup on behaviour. But the food companies would stop it I suppose. Freedom and all that.

[@gurmsekhon4185]

It is not illegal to drive barefoot in any state or territory of Australia. HOWEVER, in every state and territory, there is another law requiring a driver to be in full control of their vehicle at all times. Wearing open-toed footwear such as thongs/flip-flops, sandals, and slip-on shoes like the ones that you hold up in this video, is actively discouraged because of the potential for the brake pedal [or other pedal(s)] to get caught between your foot and the pedal and for you to lose control of the vehicle. If you lost control of your vehicle and it resulted in an accident that caused damage, you might not be covered by insurance if your choice of footwear (or the way that you wore it) was seen to have been a contributing factor. If you caused a LOT of damage, you might be liable to cover the costs of repair or replacement, etc, at your own expense without the benefit of insurance. If someone was injured, you might be charged with a criminal offence. It is therefore ALWAYS better to wear enclosed-toe footwear or no footwear at all when driving a vehicle: barefoot is OK as long as you feet a long enough and/or your toes strong enough to remain in control of the vehicle.

[@hp_husky]

tf? It’s not illegal to drive barefoot

[@PhilipShand]

Cars do NOT have right of way over pedestrians.

[@johnnichol9412]

Depends on the situation/location.