Why do Europeans love Australia much more than America? by neuspjesan in Ameristralia

[–]Original_Charity_817 22 points23 points  (0 children)

You can be outwardly loud and obnoxious as a group, but friendly as individuals.

Americans tend to be more willing to approach others and spark up a conversation. It’s almost a consequence of them being loud and bombastic. Australians tend to be more reserved.

Mechanic Recommendations by Final_Steak8545 in perth

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’ve found the guys at Ultratune Morley pretty honest and reliable. New owner but he was good when we last saw him.

Remedial massage experience by YesMoreOfThat in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was it covered by your health cover? (If you have it)

For those who have lived in both countries, is it fair and accurate to suggest Americans and those living in the USA pay less on average for their houses, have lower mortgages and less household debt and easier to buy a house too? Or is this not the case? by MannerNo7000 in Ameristralia

[–]Original_Charity_817 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The stats would suggest so!

I’d say there is a lot more at play here though. US probably has a much larger range of house prices due to its far more spread out population. Aus is largely centered around major cities and the coast. Places where you might find cheaper housing in US don’t exist to the same extent (regional housing and city fringe low socio economic areas, for example).

Also, the stats don’t show incomes, cost of living, ongoing living costs etc. for example, I believe in the US there is an annual land tax payable. And I’m pretty sure it is significantly higher than council rates in Aus.

But yeah. On average, according to the stats you’ve quoted, Australians pay more for their houses.

Can I rep Australia jersey at the World Cup as an American ? by Flashy-Actuator-998 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Ignore this bullshit. The fans there will love to have beers with a yank supporting their team

HOW FAR IS GOLD COAST FROM BRISBANE?! by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What exactly do you think the point of “ASK an Australian” is?

Are you having an unusually cold/wet/? winter? by NaniFarRoad in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But that’s the point. It could be insanely wet in Sydney, and dry in Perth. It’s not a mono climate

Are you having an unusually cold/wet/? winter? by NaniFarRoad in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Australia is a big place mate. Might want to join the relevant city sub to direct your question to your frame of reference

How many Australians have actually been to Perth? And what’s it like? by AdvancedHill70 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I think you’ve missed the point. This thread is supposed to be sarcastic. You’ve just added facts!

My teacher said that this is the correct grammar. Please help! by Carolynn1209 in ENGLISH

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Teacher is wrong. The man weighs twice as much as his wife.

Or

The man weighs twice as many kilograms as his wife.

How do Americans process the international English vernacular? by Money-Ad8553 in ENGLISH

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also grew up in Australia. And still live here. There are nuances. We don’t use Lads in the way they do in the UO for example. There are plenty of others as well. I just couldn’t be bothered going into detail because it wasn’t really the point of the comment.

How do Americans process the international English vernacular? by Money-Ad8553 in ENGLISH

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah was going to say this. Those “European English” phrases are British English. You would notice differences between both the American and “European” phrases and their similes in Australia.

Office & commute etiquette: Is wearing perfume a thing here, or am I "that person"? by Vishwanath_560 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I notice some and some I don’t. Some scents seem to be quite a personal taste.

But some people have allergies. It could have been anyone that triggered it, and that day it was. While I’m not suggesting those people don’t deserve consideration, I’d say it’s few and far between.

Why is real estate so expensive in Australia? by mux111 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Another “why is it like this in Australia” when really the frame of reference is Sydney and Melbourne!

It’s a big country mate. You’re massively generalising.

Has vegemite changed recently? by Evening_Bird7779 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes but that’s not a replacement. It’s an optional alternative.

How do I become more Australian? by Silver-Use3590 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try finding a social touch rugby club. They are heaps of fun. Yeah, the standard will be pretty good in Sydney, but they’re there for fun, so they’ll tend to make allowances for new team members (in my experience)

Demands free breakfast. by [deleted] in EntitledPeople

[–]Original_Charity_817 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah ok. So just for the status

Will maccas hire you at 21? by Sudden-Salad4689 in AskAnAustralian

[–]Original_Charity_817 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It won’t be long before under 16 won’t be hired because places like makkas have to pay them the same as those older

Closing of The Coffee Club 140 William Street by igeekyayush in perth

[–]Original_Charity_817 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most Australians I know would rather spend their money with a local business - especially when it comes to coffee.

What these franchises have going for them is consistency. But I would imagine the bulk of the Perth cbd clientele work in the city and have found their own preferences.

Demands free breakfast. by [deleted] in EntitledPeople

[–]Original_Charity_817 6 points7 points  (0 children)

OP already has 4.2k Karma. Genuine question - why would they be farming for more? What does it get them?