General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Canberra |
| Country | Australia |
| Currency | Australian dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 50.7% |
| Gdp | $1.73 trillion |
| Size | 7,692,024 km² |
| Population | 25,768,727 |
| Population density | 3.3 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 1.75 |
| City population | 89.1% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 12∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | English |
| Population able to read | 99% |
| Population with a college degree | 38% |
| Population able to speak english | 72.7% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 11 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Qantas |
| Main airport | Sydney Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $20 |
| Burger | $10 |
| Coffee | $4 |
| Beer | $8 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $1200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $100/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $250/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $20/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $10/daypass |
| Bike rental | $15/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 25% |
| Vat | 10% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $60000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 52.3/MBits |
| Tld | .au |
| Free wifi | 8/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 88.8% |
| Phone mobile data | $15 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 99.9% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type I, Type C |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 9:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon Australia |
| Supermarket | Coles |
| Pharmacy | Chemist Warehouse |
| Drugstore | Priceline |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | Varies by state and venue |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 8/10 |
| Bars | 9/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 8/10 |
| Public Parks | 9/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Cricket |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Vegemite on toast | A salty spread made from yeast extract, served on toast | $2-$3 |
| Tim Tam slam | A chocolate biscuit dunked in hot coffee | $1-$2 |
| Pavlova | A meringue dessert topped with whipped cream and fruit | $5-$10 |
| Lamington | A square of sponge cake dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut | $2-$3 |
| Meat pie | A savory pie filled with meat, vegetables, and gravy | $4-$6 |
| Fish and chips | Fried fish and chips, served with tartar sauce | $10-$15 |
| Kangaroo steak | A lean and flavorful steak from a kangaroo | $20-$30 |
| Barramundi | A white fish that is often grilled or fried | $15-$25 |
| Oysters | Fresh oysters, served raw or cooked | $12-$18 per dozen |
| Lobster | A large crustacean that is often boiled or grilled | $30-$50 per pound |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Flat White | A coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk, similar to a latte but with a thinner layer of foam. | $3-4 |
| Long Black | A coffee drink made with espresso and hot water, similar to an Americano but with a stronger coffee flavor. | $3-4 |
| Vegemite Scroll | A pastry made with Vegemite, a salty yeast extract spread, and rolled up in a scroll shape. | $2-3 |
| Tim Tam Slam | A Tim Tam biscuit (a chocolate-coated biscuit) is bitten on both ends and used as a straw to drink a glass of milk. | $2-3 |
| Bundaberg Ginger Beer | A non-alcoholic ginger beer with a strong, spicy flavor. | $2-3 |
| Coopers Pale Ale | A popular Australian beer with a light, refreshing flavor. | $5-6 |
| Penfolds Grange | A premium Australian red wine known for its rich, full-bodied flavor. | $100+ |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Boomerang | A curved flat wooden stick that returns when thrown | $10-$50 |
| Didgeridoo | A long wooden wind instrument played by Aboriginal Australians | $50-$200 |
| Koala Bear | A stuffed toy or figurine of the iconic Australian animal | $10-$50 |
| Kangaroo | A stuffed toy or figurine of the iconic Australian animal | $10-$50 |
| Opal | A precious gemstone found in Australia | $50-$500 |
| Ugg Boots | Sheepskin boots that are popular in Australia | $100-$200 |
| Vegemite | A salty black spread made from yeast extract | $5-$10 |
| Tim Tam | A chocolate biscuit that is popular in Australia | $5-$10 |
| Akubra Hat | A wide-brimmed hat that is popular in Australia | $50-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 1 January | Celebrates the start of the new year |
| Australia Day | 26 January | Celebrates the arrival of the First Fleet in Sydney Cove in 1788 |
| Labour Day | March (varies by state) | Celebrates the achievements of the labour movement |
| Easter Monday | March/April (varies by year) | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Anzac Day | 25 April | Commemorates the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who fought in the Gallipoli campaign during World War I |
| Queen’s Birthday | June (varies by state) | Celebrates the birthday of the reigning monarch of Australia |
| Christmas Day | 25 December | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | 26 December | A public holiday that follows Christmas Day |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Online news | news.com.au |
| Tv | Seven Network |
| Radio | 2GB |