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1. The TomTom.
2. It's not for everyone - have you ever considered the east coast? 3. It's quite normal for this time of year. 4. Different country - different driving licence - enjoy having a clean slate. For now. 5. The Rosso Pomodoro in Balmain. 6. Singapore, Malaysian and Cathy. In that order. 7. They're built for heat - not cold. Bring your woolies. 8. $1.62. 9. The 'skills shortage' is the keenest in the less photogenic parts of the country. 10. Anyone but Telstra. Feel free to add your own ... |
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How arrogant and helpful. :frown: Obviously you are the expert.lol: Too much time on your hands me thinks!
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Originally Posted by Hutch
(Post 6624020)
1. The TomTom.
2. It's not for everyone - have you ever considered the east coast? 3. It's quite normal for this time of year. 4. Different country - different driving licence - enjoy having a clean slate. For now. 5. The Rosso Pomodoro in Balmain. 6. Singapore, Malaysian and Cathy. In that order. 7. They're built for heat - not cold. Bring your woolies. 8. $1.62. 9. The 'skills shortage' is the keenest in the less photogenic parts of the country. 10. Anyone but Telstra. Feel free to add your own ... I totally agree with number 7. Not looking forward to the chilly mornings. LibbyX |
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Originally Posted by PepaPig
(Post 6624113)
How arrogant and helpful. :frown: Obviously you are the expert.lol: Too much time on your hands me thinks!
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How much did a slab cost when I was a lad?
Originally Posted by Hutch
(Post 6624020)
8. $1.62.
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Originally Posted by MarkMC
(Post 6625673)
How much did a slab cost when I was a lad?
Region 2 4 minute showers freeze them (or get yourself a golf club) :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: minibelle |
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Hutch...You forgot "the ultimate answer"....42!
(humour only available to those who have read "hitchikers guide to the galaxy") |
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Originally Posted by Hutch
(Post 6624020)
1. The TomTom.
2. It's not for everyone - have you ever considered the east coast? 3. It's quite normal for this time of year. 4. Different country - different driving licence - enjoy having a clean slate. For now. 5. The Rosso Pomodoro in Balmain. 6. Singapore, Malaysian and Cathy. In that order. 7. They're built for heat - not cold. Bring your woolies. 8. $1.62. 9. The 'skills shortage' is the keenest in the less photogenic parts of the country. 10. Anyone but Telstra. Feel free to add your own ... Yes it will, as long as it's not too old. No it isn't, we've got them here. Put them in a tupperware and shake them. |
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No, you need a licence
280 a day not 1000 a day tasty or coon North Lakes |
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Originally Posted by Hutch
(Post 6624020)
1. The TomTom.
2. It's not for everyone - have you ever considered the east coast? 3. It's quite normal for this time of year. 4. Different country - different driving licence - enjoy having a clean slate. For now. 5. The Rosso Pomodoro in Balmain. 6. Singapore, Malaysian and Cathy. In that order. 7. They're built for heat - not cold. Bring your woolies. 8. $1.62. 9. The 'skills shortage' is the keenest in the less photogenic parts of the country. 10. Anyone but Telstra. Feel free to add your own ... 2. Zucchinis 3. Markets and individual food retailers, Coles and Safeways. In the order. |
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Originally Posted by busterboy
(Post 6626099)
1. Cheapest on a Tuesday evening
2. Zucchinis 3. Markets and individual food retailers, Coles and Safeways. In the order. 12. It really depends on what's in season, just like in the UK. 13. No, it won't save your relationship. 14. If you leave them alone, they'll leave you alone. 15. Yes, killing them is illegal. 16. It's a myth. 17. Only if you stand upside down. |
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Originally Posted by TiddlyPom
(Post 6626118)
11. Yes, it will work here, but bring a UK powerboard so you don't need to change all the plugs.
12. It really depends on what's in season, just like in the UK. 13. No, it won't save your relationship. 14. If you leave them alone, they'll leave you alone. 15. Yes, killing them is illegal. 16. It's a myth. 17. Only if you stand upside down. 18. Yes, they are as rude as in Britain 19. Yes, it's just like driving in Birmingham 20. Yes, all Australians are like that 21. Bigpond movies. No. |
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Originally Posted by busterboy
(Post 6626134)
18. Yes, they are as rude as in Britain
19. Yes, it's just like driving in Birmingham 20. Yes, all Australians are like that 21. Bigpond movies. No. 23. Tea is available in all good food shops 24. It's called 'Best Foods' Mayonnaise. 25. Other brands are available. |
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Originally Posted by TiddlyPom
(Post 6626148)
22. Yes the kids do seem more polite.
23. Tea is available in all good food shops 24. It's called 'Best Foods' Mayonnaise. 25. Other brands are available. 26. Omo 27. Arnott's Chocolote Chip Cookies 28. Masterfoods Hot English Mustard 29. Do not pack whiners. They will not get passed Border Control. |
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Originally Posted by busterboy
(Post 6626157)
26. Omo
27. Arnott's Chocolote Chip Cookies 28. Masterfoods Hot English Mustard 29. Do not pack whiners. They will not get passed Border Control. 31. They're not being offensive. It's really just humour. It's just you don't get it. 32. Yes you can. Tranzfers. It's very easy. 33. We're all still alive aren't we? 34. That's why there are no elephants. |
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34. You'll find it in MBTTUK
35. Only if you can't live without them 36. How many types of bread would you like them to stock? 37. It's your life - you decide 38. Bonds - they're just as good as Jockey 39. Of course they aren't - it's AUSTRALIA - a DIFFERENT COUNTRY - get it? 40. No, you can't buy a positive attitude in Coles (or Woolworths for that matter) 41. Yes, if you're prepared to adapt 42. Pour white vinegar on it 43. Yes - it's on the supermarket shelf and actually has a 'Hellmans' label on it. 44. No, you won't get 'roos and koals in your garden if you buy a 600 block in the middle of a new housing estate. 45. Yes, you can drink rainwater 46. Not in the winter if you don't have a heater |
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47. You only get the baggage allowance of 40kg with Singapore and Emirates once. Yes that included your holiday when you got your visa.
48. No its not worth bringing your car. 49. No we don't regret it. 50. Overnight in Singapore, the Pan Pacific Hotel. 51. No we dont have TV licences and its the same shit that shows globally. 52. No Brisbane has no beaches. |
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53. Don't eat yellow snow.
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Originally Posted by annqldau
(Post 6626266)
43. Yes - it's on the supermarket shelf and actually has a 'Hellmans' label on it. ;) |
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Originally Posted by TiddlyPom
(Post 6626340)
But it's more expensive. BEST FOODS is Canadian Hellmans... same company, same product, but cheaper.
;) 54. No, Inspector Linley is still showing here 55. Delboy not on terrestrial at Christmas 56. Just because they too are British, it does not guarantee instant kinship. 57. Yes hot summer, cold winter 58. Bring your linen |
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Originally Posted by markallwood
(Post 6626326)
53. Don't eat yellow snow.
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59.Yes your children will miss their old friends.
60.You can get tampax here. 61.Your children will meet new friends with some encouragement. 62.Its highly unlikely that your old curtains will fit in your new aussie house but its not a deal breaker. |
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63. You wear thongs on your arse not your feet.
64. You dont wear anything on your feet in supermarkets. 65. You do wear pyjamas and a beanie to the supermarket. 66. Men are obliedged to wear blunnies, flannies, shorts and no shoes in a ute. 68. Dogs come with utes. 69. Red Rock Deli 70. Front Loader 71. No 72. Yes 73. Icy Pops |
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74. Congratulations on the introduction of "Chip n Pin" in 2004. Our system is called EFTPOS. It was introduced more than 20 years ago.
75. No, Australians aren't necessarily sincere when they ask "How are ya?", just as Poms aren't necessarily sincere when they ask "You alright?". It's just a common greeting. Don't lose any sleep over it. 76. It's called a driveway. Feel free to park your car on it, instead of using the kerb, the pavement, the street corner, or your neighbour's verge. 77. You wouldn't drive the wrong way down a road, would you? No, that would be stupid and dangerous. Now you understand why we don't park against the flow of traffic. 78. You're right, two different supermarkets selling the same range of goods is not "choice". In the UK it would be six different supermarkets selling the same range of goods. That's not "choice" either. 79. No I don't have convict ancestors, but you might be one of the 2 million Brits who do. 80. It's called the 21st Century. We like it here, and hope you will too. |
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74. Ugg boots are standard dress in all environments when it's cold.
75. Resistance is futile. |
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76 / 81. Yes, in fact, even the cheese is racist.
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[QUOTE=irishbloo;6626464]59.Yes your children will miss their old friends.
60.You can get tampax here. 61.Your children will meet new friends with some encouragement. 62.Its highly unlikely that your old curtains will fit in your new aussie house but its not a deal breaker.[/QUOTE] :rofl::rofl:i remember that thread :rofl: http://britishexpats.com/forum/showt...y+curtains+fit |
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82. Yes, Vash always comes along to criticise England (usually with a Wikipedia link) when anyone talks about Australia, even though the thread isn't a dig at Australia but a dig at regular questions. ;-)
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83. Don't worry about Vash, you'll get used to him... He's a typical Aussie that gets a bit prickly if he thinks you're taking the piss out of his country... :)
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Originally Posted by DrWho
(Post 6626756)
83. Don't worry about Vash, you'll get used to him... He's a typical Aussie that gets a bit prickly if he thinks you're taking the piss out of his country... :)
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Originally Posted by DrWho
(Post 6626756)
83. Don't worry about Vash, you'll get used to him... He's a typical Aussie that gets a bit prickly if he thinks you're taking the piss out of his country... :)
85. Lunatic driving is not purely a British trait. 86. Bleached teeth are mandatory. 87. There is no NEXT. 88. We have prepackaged food, it comes from takeaways. 89. Teenages must talk with fake American accent circa 90210 and say 'oh my God' and 'like' every second. 90. Just because there is a skills shortage, old Kevin Rudd will not greet you off the plane to grant you the ideal job. |
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Originally Posted by bcworld
(Post 6626777)
Source
Missed that...! |
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91 Size matters
92 Girls are hopeless at mathematics (ie taking correct measurements) :o |
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Originally Posted by DrWho
(Post 6626353)
54. Pay them off. Even though, if you're very careful, it's extremely unlikely you'll be found...
Originally Posted by Vash the Stampede
(Post 6626680)
74. Congratulations on the introduction of "Chip n Pin" in 2004. Our system is called EFTPOS. It was introduced more than 20 years ago.
75. No, Australians aren't necessarily sincere when they ask "How are ya?", just as Poms aren't necessarily sincere when they ask "You alright?". It's just a common greeting. Don't lose any sleep over it. 76. It's called a driveway. Feel free to park your car on it, instead of using the kerb, the pavement, the street corner, or your neighbour's verge. 77. You wouldn't drive the wrong way down a road, would you? No, that would be stupid and dangerous. Now you understand why we don't park against the flow of traffic. 78. You're right, two different supermarkets selling the same range of goods is not "choice". In the UK it would be six different supermarkets selling the same range of goods. That's not "choice" either. 79. No I don't have convict ancestors, but you might be one of the 2 million Brits who do. 80. It's called the 21st Century. We like it here, and hope you will too. 93. Vash also quite likes aspects of the Uk and does not always bite for no reason. 94. Stihl or Husky 95. Bring your own tools for domestic use at least 96. You do get some *****wits, don't worry 97. Same sh*t, shiner bucket 98. Manchester is bed linen 99. Rent 100. Melbourne ( :p ) 101. There is no DST in Queensland, but it exists in NSW, VIC and SA and now WA on an experimental basis 102. Not everyone has a pool nor for that matter wants one 103. Toyota |
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104. 'Good idea, boss.'
105. 'It was like that when I got here.' |
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Originally Posted by Scott and Kaz
(Post 6627465)
104. 'Good idea, boss.'
105. 'It was like that when I got here.' ....The big race..... and yes quote from Americans:p |
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and just for buzzy :)
107. Yes Melbourne is very cold and doesn't have great beaches. |
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Originally Posted by northernbird
(Post 6627528)
and just for buzzy :)
107. Yes Melbourne is very cold and doesn't have great beaches. |
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Originally Posted by BadgeIsBack
(Post 6627419)
93. Vash also quite likes aspects of the Uk and does not always bite for no reason.
:o |
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Originally Posted by Geelong Gent
(Post 6627041)
91 Size matters
92 Girls are hopeless at mathematics (ie taking correct measurements) :o |
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