An American's Introduction to Australia

Considering moving aboard? Get a quick introduction for what to expect if you emigrate to Australia.

[@ericweiler6571]

As an American myself, I cannot think of one negative thing about Australians. They are great people. I couldn't imagine to live in such a beautiful place. You're lucky enough if you even get to visit Australia. Living there has got to be a dream. God Bless Australia and I'm happy to see Americans living happily in Australia.

[@lisamacdouall9768]

Thank-you !! Awesome.. Australia needs more people like you guys.. Welcome Cheers

[@paulgleeson3597]

Welcome to Australia,to you both relax, stay happy and enjoy Your life here.Aussie Aussie Aussie 🇦🇺🌹🌷

[@mrdarcy1985]

On behalf of my country, we're very happy to have you here and I hope Australia continues to provide you with a wonderful home and lifestyle :) Just make sure you choose a good AFL team to support and don't forget to have a beer on Australia day! :D Oh! And when I was in the USA, I asked a friend who lives there how much it would cost to see a doctor and I nearly died when he said $500! I'm not sure if this number is accurate for all doctors and how much insurance covers but that is so crazy! Here you can go to a free clinic (and usually get seen the same day) or go to a private GP clinic where you pay about $85, but then the Government gives you $45 back. If you live here and pay taxes, the Government should be providing you with services like healthcare and education. It is crazy that the USA thinks of these things as being 'socialist' when it actually benefits society and the economy to have a healthy, educated, and happy population.

[@gaple1995]

You're my hero

[@jparko4944]

Who pays for the American Army? The taxpayer? -- "Capitalist Socialism"

[@martintaper7997]

@@jparko4944 Americans also prefer to travel on public roads which are socialist constructions. Who likes toll roads!

[@ericweiler6571]

God bless you and your country. From the US, we love you. One of the greatest things about Australians is, they are such great people but they don't know it! There's nothing cooler than an Australian.

[@carerforever2118]

G'day from Australia 🇦🇺 I was born and raised in Melbourne, Australia, but my parents are from Morocco, North Africa. They moved to Australia in the 1960s😁👍

[@dlod8371]

i really appreciate your video. All of the other videos just talk about minor differences like "boot" and "trunk" but you guys give an in depth analysis of the culture that I haven't really seen anyone else do. Thank you and keep 'em coming!

[@ktwashere5637]

It's so true. But I think that's due to the fact that other videos you see of Americans commenting on Australia are made by people in their 20s. So it's all "oh my God, you guys, they call Burger King Hungry Jacks here, its so strange." or the endless comments about driving on the other side of the road, the fact that you can turn off electricity at the plug and that stuff. This is an intelligent and adult analysis of what is different. And commentary on the issues that actually matter - like healthcare, worklife balance. Not irrelevant things like you can't get endless refills of soft drinks.

[@dlod8371]

@@ktwashere5637 exactly!!

[@PrincessGold1]

And our favourite unofficial anthem is song with heart by all Australians: "We are one, but we are many, And from all the lands on earth we come. We share a dream and sing with one voice.... I am, you are, we are Australian." And we mean it every time we sing it.

[@robzul7846]

I just came back from a trip to Sydney in November. I fell in love with the culture and people over there. Ofcourse its western culture so its very similar to here in the good old USA but I love the fact that they are alot more laid back over there. For a city as big as Sydney, people were so friendly.

[@dropbear6740]

Loved your video, the one thing that Aussies ask from new comers, is that they live like Aussies, appreciate the place, fit in, enjoy yourself don't bring your wars and rubbish from your old country. Welcome to Oz hope you still love the place.

[@TYDescartes]

As an Aussie, fuck everything this guy said. We don't need more normal conformist fuckwits. We need more weirdos who make up their own rules and march to the beat of their own drum. One of the worst things about Australia is how boring it is, and how shit the culture it produces is. Come here and be yourself, be interesting, express your opinions. We need way more flavour in our soup, not more boring, tasteless boiled potatoes.

[@lifelongbachelor3651]

@@TYDescartes what drivel... what we don't need are freaks who think they're interesting because of novelty.

[@TYDescartes]

@@lifelongbachelor3651 What a brilliant thesis! Novelty is uninteresting! Sameness and uniformity form a point of interest! Surely, nobody could see anything illogical with those statements.

[@salva_75]

Thank you for your observations about my home town. Too many Aussies are unappreciative of what we have so your perspectives are hugely refreshing :)

[@marksman712]

I like to think it's more that we, as Aussies, with a crazy amount of freedom and such, is that we have such a high bar for what we except from our Government and general conduct in business and personal life. So this leads to us being an incredibly progressive nation in the most part, which I believe is awesome

[@mcgarryinternationaldfi5952]

I think when you have travelled and lived overseas, you return and then realise really how good we have got it in Australia. In terms of getting things done at a slower pace than in say the U.S. or China, I have experience in Japan and getting things done there is frustrating. For example doing international money transfers is a slow and expensive process. The banking system there is so far behind. In terms of bureaucratic procedures, obtaining documents for this or that requires wandering around between offices and buildings. Whereas in Australia, in New South Wales, in Sydney, it is usually a one-stop shop. Walk in, wait your turn, walk out. So, I think I might disagree with that interpretation.... unless you are waiting for Telstra.

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

@@mcgarryinternationaldfi5952 Haha nice one about Telstra! I agree I think Australian government is the only government (I've experienced) that is actually pleasant to deal with.

[@MrTallpoppy58]

You guys are the first Americans who seem to get it (Australia). I really liked that at no time did you call Australia "strange" because it was different to the US.

[@finallyfinally9317]

No lots of Americans get it

[@outogetyougotyou5250]

Sounds like you're simply enjoying their comments as they said nothing negative.

[@KenLoweRaceCars]

I have been here for almost 30 years, only been back to USA twice. This is my home.

[@mmmacca]

Brilliant video. Hope your family has a wonderful life here in Aus.

[@Rob749s]

With the job thing, at least in the career jobs, there is an understanding that training and experience is easier to build than personality and attitude. There's also the fact that CV's can be inflated or even made-up. I've done a few interviews with people with amazing resumes who were absolutely useless in the role they were interviewing for.

[@NeilWall]

As an Australian, in Melbourne, this is so insightful. I'm off to New Orleans and New York in a a month or so for a visit and have no intention of talking politics or gun control with anyone. You are the first presenters I've heard broach politics. Thank you for helping me realise that what I take for granted here is a privilege! Your planning and presentation of this video was wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts.

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[@danhoward6693]

Thank you. I live in melbourne and this was one of the most spot on videos i have seen. Plus nice to see you smiled at the end. 😁😁😁

[@anthonymiller9301]

Welcome to Australia. Hope you really love it here. Its great to see some lovely people making Australia their home. Great video.

[@melbclayman]

The patience thing is something I haven't thought much about but you're bang-on. The pace of things in the US is something I as a frequent visitor find entertaining and refreshingly different to life at home but I've never thought much about how the reverse impacts visitors and immigrants. I love your reflections on politics and suburban life here in Australia - I think that's probably one of the reasons why I love visiting Portland, Oregon, so much - the city feels very Australian: sure there's a downtown that pulls a lot of people, a lot of commuters in each day, but the neighbourhoods that make up Portland's patchwork quilt feels very comfortable to me, very much like Melbourne's suburbs. I'm really looking forward to seeing the rest of your channel. Thank you for sharing!

[@aussiebanter8242]

More Australians need to watch this video. You appreciate Australia more then most the people born here. Gave you a thumbs up but I almost gave a thumbs down because you picked Melb over Sydney. haha

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Thanks for the thumbs up :-) We all often take it for granted of what we have. Sydney is beautiful. We just appciate cool weather a bit more. :-)

[@Nodudez0]

Aussie Banter Melbourne is definitely better than Sydney

[@automandan3066]

Oh man agree aye

[@noelinesmith6846]

@@thegreatbeyond5789 Hi welcome to my beautiful country I am born and bred in Melbourne and it is without a doubt the best city in the world. You both made a great choice for your new home. Hope it is everything you wanted and more.

[@jdb9388]

those chose Melbourne? they are smart 🤣🤣🤣 *cough* Melbourne won most liveable city in the world 8 times in a row

[@realnigga4133]

I'm so glad I came across this video because this is everything I've been looking for

[@Loribyn]

Congrats on the new addition to your New Australian family! (some people get the idea that the expression 'new Australian' is somehow racist -- it's not, and was never meant to be. I have a feeling you'll appreciate it). And welcome! Great video.

[@LeChatsMother]

One of the best videos on adjusting to Australia. Thank you.

[@mark-pthomas653]

Very lovely ☺️

[@livertic]

Very well said folks, enjoy. Great to hear your views, Im a Melbournian, been around the world but this place is the best !

[@andrewcliffe4753]

It takes 2 years to build a new life, finding new friends and finding out how it all ticks, so as a migrant I can tell you it continually gets better. Each state has a slightly different flavour and climate. I can see that you will fit right in, but do look around, we have some absolutely amazing places to settle.

[@MultiDwang]

You guys really get it. Far more astute observations than people usually present.

[@markrotteveel7790]

Thanks so much guys. As an Aussie, I can say you're absolutely right. I am grateful that you treated the subject with respect and objectivity. Our cultures are very alike in many ways, and yet in other ways we are so different. Hope your time in Melbourne is fantastic.... of course, you really should have come to Queensland ;-)

[@justjj4319]

Am impressed; favourably impressed, with your in depth comments, especially about how we value people ... even though we fall short at times.

[@jamesfrith9169]

We're lucky to have you, thanks!

[@NewyorkRican2191]

You pretty much answered my question in reference to where in the States you lived. Perhaps if you lived in NYC like Queens where there is over 200 nationalities that are represented you would easily fit right in. As for your other points about moving to Australia, I can't fault you there. The health care system and overall quality of life seems to be much more valued outside the US. Glad to see you have successfully transitions to Australia... Cheers

[@da71000]

I agree with your comments (Melbourne born and bred here). Yeah, getting a job or signing up a mortgage might be a bit slow, but I guess that's just they way it is. You're right that your interpersonal skills are more important in a job interview than what education you might have. And yeah, for the majority of is, we don't care if you're Chinese, Japanese, American, Koeran, Greek, Italian, Vietnamese, whatever. We used to be the largest Greek population outside Athens (that may still be the case). But now the main influx seems to be Chinese school students. Knowing at least basic English is probably the most important thing. But having said that, I am trying to learn traditional Chinese at the moment :) I hope you're both still here. Time for bed now, but I will check more of your videos later.

[@BADASS3SISTA]

Thanks for uploading the video :) I'm glad that my home country is treating your family well. Love from Sydney :D

[@Xynudu]

Ha Ha I got a chuckle out of the "yes is less than maybe" statement - very astute :) This is probably the best/most accurate observation of Australian culture that I have seen on YT. You are correct on all items. There are some racists and bigots in Oz, like anywhere else, but overall the multicultural aspect is a non issue in the workplace, and elsewhere. People are all regarded as equal (provided you are willing to blend in, and accept the status quo). Good video. Cheers Rob

[@Chooksrule]

xynudu Well I think when people say yes here, they genuinely want to do the thing you suggest, but might not get round to organising it. Like, person A "let's do coffee sometime". Person B "yeah sure no worries." Person b would really like to have coffee but probably won't get round to it.

[@KittykatOz]

@@Chooksrule yeah, great idea... lets do that sometime...

[@Chooksrule]

Kitty Kat Exactly!

[@scanspeak00]

Very interesting observations. Thanks for uploading.

[@krystalleung6776]

thanks for making this insightful video! I really appreciate and love it!

[@pfineyut]

I got lost in KZbin and found your gem of a clip. (and subscribed). I look forward to seeing your future clips as a different perspective in living in Oz/Melbourne. :) I am glad that you are happy to be here. :)

[@mal584]

Enjoyed the part about the time it takes to conclude your business in Australia. I have recently moved to a regional area where things move even more slowly and I'm having problems adjusting

[@adriank9234]

Good to hear you are still here and loving it. Make sure you come to Queensland during the winter months, you will *love it* if you have not already.

[@Norkeys]

Your wife is named Adelaide? How interesting.

[@timfred9884]

Great video, it's very true that Australia and China have had a relationship since the gold rush 1850's.

[@rnegs8472]

🤔

[@samday6621]

Glad you’re enjoying Australia! You picked a great city, but please come to Canberra for a bit. Lots of fresh air and nature parks.

[@Eskay1206]

dont forget the porn and drugs

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Sam Day Thanks! We did take a road trip to Canberra. Enjoyed it very much! We do hope to be able to spend more time there next time.

[@seratonin7004]

And Adelaide too! We have lots to offer here as it's easy living.

[@lukakoprivica]

Great, real, insights. Thanks! Refreshingly real and natural talk.

[@paulsheather7657]

I was in utah in 2008 when they were talking health care. The Adds on we're saying don't let the government bring in medicare. I asked some americans about it and they told me they didn't want communist medicare! As a person from australia i didn't understand this.

[@PrincessGold1]

They have no understanding of what they're talking about. If you ask about specifics they don't know.

[@Regg363]

@Rosen Dale We Americans cant think for ourselves but we have to run around the world saving all the dumbasses that won’t fight for themselves. They want someone else to fight for them just like they want someone else to give them free shit like healthcare. Anything of value isn’t free.

[@Regg363]

@Rosen Dale Now the elites are running rough shod over you Aussies like FB is now, don’t think your on another planet.

[@madouc5754]

@@Regg363 What?

[@micheledix2616]

@@Regg363 your dreaming in la la land, you have NO IDEA what you are talking about. Where on earth do you get your incorrect information. The mind boggles ,oh that right has to be FOX / NEWSCORP I bet

[@jkelsh]

Great video, comprehensive and accurate information on the topics covered! One point I'd like to mention is that Australia is a big country, much bigger than Melbourne and Sydney, so get out amongst it and see some of it! The best places are small country towns, they might not be as accepting at first (I think 'wary' probably describes it best) but once you're an accepted part of the community "one of their own" they'd risk their lives for you (and expect you to do the same for them). It's our way of life, but sometimes the only way you can survive out in the bush.

[@jaywan5553]

I really enjoyed this video.

[@ln3660]

I love your video and thank you for sharing. I also migrated to Australia in the late 80s and I feel grateful everyday for being part of this most beautiful and generous country. I agree with what you said about not feeling any different. I am a Filipino but don't feel any different as the next Aussie. I am very blessed to have worked (now retired) in the Federal Public Service and a big part of my job then was developing national health policies. It always amazed me that when we developed health programs, it was always an end goal to ensure that no one was disadvantaged through lack of access and we were always looking for gaps in the health system. I recently toured outback Qld (incredibly beautiful!) for the first time and the penny dropped for me that 'not leaving anyone behind' is actually part of the Australian DNA. Looking at how the Royal Flying Doctor Services, QANTAS and School Of The Air came into being, it became apparent to me how this wonderful Australian value developed and became a backbone to everything that Australia does. You could see this value at play again in the way the govt handled covid. It may have been tough to put restrictions on everybody, but the public health policies were designed to protect the more vulnerable Australians and everyone was required to put a shoulder to the wheel. We stopped existing as individuals and became responsible for the overall health of the community. I know many people will disagree with this opinion, but that's how I see it. Lastly and although you have been in Aus for a while now, a big welcome and hope you'll be very happy here like I have been (still am) 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@MaraudersWorld]

Goodonya ... great analogy ... WELCOME TO OZ! Yes ... I love Melbourne ... we have a few issues but for the most part are very lucky.

[@AnneMB955]

Well done, you did your research first before deciding on a country. Great vlog thank you.

[@juli-annb.anderson8816]

Really liked your video... enjoyed you both, thankyou.🇬🇸💞

[@Serena-Vanderwoodsen]

I hope to move to Aus in a few years time. Also, you guys are so adorable 😩 🥺

[@juli-annb.anderson8816]

Glad you're enjoying the experience. Just wanted to say, I'm living in Melbourne and your description of the parks sounds like you live near me.😉

[@sickofcrybabies.7145]

glad your having a good time here, some people have a hard time adjusting. I had a think about what you said about people saying yes, when what is meant as a definite maybe. And i think we use body language and voice tone to work out if it is a yes or a maybe later on.

[@budbert69]

Yes is a definite maybe

[@leeengelsman6356]

Yes let's be absolutely clear about that!.

[@larsonsteenholdt1581]

Cool. Nice 👍 to C another perspective

[@SWL369]

Thanks for sharing!😄

[@lover-of-fate]

I know one primary school here in Australia that has 21 different languages in the school. Our schools are not what America or UK would consider large schools, and yet 21 languages in this one school. That has to be a true indicator of multiculturalism. I have traveled most capital cities and some cities and towns and I can honestly say that they all have parks close by and stadiums. Even in places with beautiful scenery close by, you still with find a park or a stadium within walking distance.

[@Blissbomb2]

Australians assess people on how cool they are, it doesn't matter what colour you are as long as you are a cool dude.

[@jamesfrench7299]

That sounds about right. Unimportant shallow stuff.

[@automandan3066]

Welcome hope you guys are doing well

[@ronaldmunro3111]

GDay, greeting from Adelaide. Glad to have you four as part of our mob.

[@ronaldmunro3111]

Hope you are all OK with this covid19 problem.

[@leglessinoz]

It's nice to hear your comments about Australia. There was a time that this country was somewhat unaccepting of non-white immigration. Then there was a long period of everyone being accepted. There is currently a rising minority of people who are again against immigration from certain countries. There is also an element of the immigrant population that does not try to integrate into the broader community. We just want people to enjoy what Australia has to offer while living without bringing the bad parts of their culture with them and not trying to turn Australia into the country they chose to run from.

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

leglessinoz Totally agree. If immigrants insist on the old values without taking efforts to integrate and accept the common value in Australia, what’s the point of moving here?

[@minatobluesky]

Great advice 👍🏽

[@marcovalenzuela4177]

great video

[@Porkonfork]

Well said, and welcome

[@debbiemiles404]

Thanks for that. the most intelligent one of these i've seen

[@andrewgodfrey6194]

Dude I love you guys I hope I can go over there I’m don’t wanna be in America anymore.

[@stevencarver4319]

Andrew Godrey we would love to have you we accept anyone who appreciates a chance at being fair dinkum and I think americans are like our long lost relatives my great great great grand father was an american captain with merchant navy we settled old hobart town colony you would be surprised at american comradship we share 100 years of fighting side by side for one lots of love aus

[@Eskay1206]

come on down, we are like America without the attitude lol

[@tdb7992]

2 years later, are you still thinking about making the move?

[@andrewgodfrey6194]

TD B lol no

[@michaelspears7116]

@@andrewgodfrey6194 Why not?

[@jeaymason363]

subscribed , and welcome to downunder guys.

[@sovereignspirit7640]

I agree that Australia is very accepting of everyone. I'm constantly flabbergasted by a racist reputation we supposedly have, fed back from foreigners who have never been here. Thanks for your insights

[@mollymuch2808]

Australians used to be called mongrels Meaning where from everywhere

[@paulnicholas8712]

Welcome, and thank you for choosing Australia as your forever home.

[@micheledix2616]

Just found your site, and realise your probably been here for about five years now. Hope you have found that 2020 & 2021 have not been too stressful in Vic or he you thought about moving to another state. Of course every state is very different I climate etc . Best wishes

[@nirmallama2582]

Nice video good information dude....all the way from Nepal 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@paulrichardson5892]

ha ! it didnt take you long to realise that business and most other interactions are done by personal contacts.. Just to illustrate. How often do you hear someone ask " do you know a good electrician. ? make contacts always and keep them going. especially local contacts. .

[@stewartdoneafart2795]

Aus is very much a who you know and not what you know place, " Personal contacts" hard for some to grasp.

[@paulrichardson5892]

@@stewartdoneafart2795 network , network network...

[@michaelhatchard8864]

The job thing I can agree with. I had been trying to get a job in security. I was learning a martial art at the time. One of the girls in class was dating a guy that worked security. She introduced me to him, and after a conversation, he challenged me to a play fight in the car park. The next week, I had two offers from security companies to work for them. One I have been with for 30 years. Five others jobs over the years I have got, have been because I knew someone, that worked there

[@kieronoconnell2022]

In Australia "SOCIALISM" is not a dirty word. Nor is "CAPITALISM". We strive for a balance. You have to remember we were settled by convicts and once the chains were removed they weren't going to take shit from no Lord or master and the British class system fell apart.

[@Neojhun]

We need BOTH and to compete healthily.

[@leonieburnham322]

You just wrote the preamble to our constitution... Nailed it

[@leeengelsman6356]

They did take shit at Port Arthur!

[@billharvey5162]

Australia is in the world bank system though right? Printed money from thin air

[@nnasab]

Hi just got your page from your dad saltykayak. He said merry Christmas. I hope I get some good information from your page.

[@Eskay1206]

Welcome, in Australia at home be who ever you want to be, practice any religion you want, but in public there is a collective Aussie culture that is hard to beat. I had an American in Japan ask me why we always call each other mate, he was taken back by my answer, We do it cause we like each other.

[@leeengelsman6356]

Not always true some times it is said to demean your position.

[@Chooksrule]

Lee Engelsman haha! True that! MMMate - with an extra emphasis on the m. Not a good sign.

[@mrtonysimoes]

Salty kayak mention about you guys, follow him, like your video and understand all you saying, I'm a immigrant my self(Portuguese in the USA ).

[@johnperry7534]

Nice video

[@andrewferguson887]

Onya mate , bloody bonza insight on Oz, love ta catch up and have a feed together, flap the gums and get on the piss, give us a bell, catch ya lol

[@IndigoIndustrial]

I've been living in the UK for over a decade. My profession virtually requires an OS period. The last few years it feels like I'm stuck behind enemy lines. I was only going to return just before retiring but I'm getting my self lined up to return. Melbourne is great, apart from the insane house prices and it is getting a bit crowded.

[@eddiel8708]

your kids will fit into the lifestyle nicely.

[@marianomanto]

I am considering to get a 189 to move there with my girlfriend. I am an Engineer Manager and she is an Architect! What are the odds? Thank you guys, you are inspiring.

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Engineering Manager should be on the list, take a look to confirm. www.border.gov.au/Trav/Work/Work/Skills-assessment-and-assessing-authorities/skilled-occupations-lists If you have the years of experience and degree they require, we'd say your chance is fairly high.

[@marianomanto]

The Great Beyond thanks, indeed it is! could you do a video explaining how married couples get visa? Did each of you have to make a 189? or only one and the other gets it automatically?

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Mariano Manto Only one person needs to apply, the rest of the family can tag along as dependents.

[@luziferlindemannvonstrombe6495]

I am from Adelaide South Australia (same name as you :) how cool is that ??? Welcome to Australia

[@ytpremium6294]

thank you

[@moayyedgindo6426]

i think Australia a good chose for retirement beside mexico except cost living is cheaper ,i am an american i like Australian people .the weather.and i like to move there one day.good luck

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Moayyed Gindo Hope you do move here one day. Weather, life style and people are lovely. Good for retirement. But cost of living is about 2-3 times as high as in US though. Hope to see you here!

[@anEyePhil]

Crikey cobber! Fair dinkum. Youse are real welcome here in Oz. Good on ya. No worries!

[@rikdownunda]

Very nice review. I enjoyed it. I laughed at how you explained being laid back and patient, things take a week when in the US you expect it the same day. As an Aussie, I experienced even MORE laid back when I lived on the south island of New Zealand. At first I didn't think they were taking me seriously when I ordered something, asked for services, whatever. It's just a much slower pace. I got used to it. Trust me, they get shit done, it's just not on the same level as what we're used to.

[@StoryVideo-nt5nt]

Hi wow nice help people job or travel history great

[@56music64]

Hey guys, hope you are still living in Oz. Would appreciated updates on your observations, the longer you live here/as you go along, as enjoyed this one very much. Are you still in Melbourne?

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Hi thanks so much for watching and thanks for your encouragement! We are still in Melbourne. We do have a lot more to share but just haven't got a chance to record videos. Will definitely try!

[@francisleroy6215]

good talk....

[@ericglasson7140]

An interesting take

[@silverback35australia31]

In Australia you are Australian, not an African Australian or Korean Australian. You may say you are an Australian with Chinese roots, but that is it, Australian first.

[@AlansWoodworking]

"Yes is less than maybe" how true

[@MiltV121]

Happy living in Australia

[@roderickhenman807]

The influence of Chinese culture on Australia goes back to the 1840's. Although not recognised by our colonial overlords, the Chinese had a big role in turning useless land, as the British descendants saw it, marshy, salty, sandy lands. The Chinese turned it into productive market gardens and fed every one.

[@pjh2921]

We Aussies here are more easy-going. We work hard and play hard. I'm Eurasian with an Asian mum and an Aussie dad. We r more accepting and we do not categorise u by what race u r. What I have noticed in the US there are so labelling. Welcome and I'm glad u r enjoying ur time in Oz. Onya!

[@scottlang7271]

Some great observations here, and I'm glad you are enjoying life in Melbourne. I'd be careful of some of your generalisations, though. Not everywhere in Melbourne (and Australia more broadly) can people do without a car. Our social welfare system is good compared to the USA, but have you ever had to actually be unemployed and deal directly with Centrelink? Life looks good when you're middle class and living in the inner suburbs with good infrastructure anywhere in the world. It is less so if you live in the outer suburbs with no job base or in regional areas.

[@lilromance95]

Some things only take 24 hours ,it just depends

[@annetteireland4788]

Welcome. As an elderly australian.i know a !of of Americans and they tell me we are very laid back. We are very accepting . My best friend is Muslim. My sister in law is aboriginal. I don't care . I love them

[@deanbartolo6199]

yes in Oz means: yeah nah or nah yeah? or yeah nah nah yeah ? you'll figure it out over time ;p

[@djblackmamba4324]

Hooo.my God that so true 👏👏👏

[@gusolive5522]

Reminds me of the movie Wake in Fright,The Australian Hospitality with a twist lol Hows the Mexican food?

[@leeengelsman6356]

That was one raw scary shocking movie and very real to this present day.

[@thegreatbeyond5789]

Gus olive You must have been here because you asked the very question that pains the American in our family! Mexican food can’t compare to the States taste wise and quite pricy.

[@valiaudet3415]

@@thegreatbeyond5789 true I miss Mexican food after years in California. However, especially in Melbourne, which is very cosmopolitan, you will always find something that suits and satisfies your palate