Just arrived in Australia as a fresh international student and feeling completely lost? Don't worry, I've got you covered! Today, I've put together some tips and things to watch out for in Australia. Guys and girls, take note!
1️⃣ Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! 🌞 The Aussie sun is seriously intense! Outdoor time without sunglasses in Australia is basically asking for cataracts.
2️⃣ Taking an ambulance ride here is like blowing a year's worth of living expenses!
3️⃣ Time management is crucial in Aussie universities. Midterms hit right after the term starts (around week 4-5), and the workload keeps coming all semester long.
4️⃣ Australia's got all sorts of critters, including spiders as big as your hand!
5️⃣ Don't mess with kangaroos here, they might just throw fists at you!
6️⃣ You can drink tap water in Australia, but if you're not used to it, maybe stick to bottled water.
7️⃣ Always press the button to cross the road; that's how you get the green light.
8️⃣ There are plenty of Asian grocery stores in Australia with all sorts of familiar goodies (like Lao Gan Ma chili sauce).
9️⃣ When the smoke alarm goes off, brace yourself for a fire brigade visit!
1️⃣1️⃣ Try not to exchange currency with strangers in groups, watch out for scams.
1️⃣2️⃣ Nightlife in most Aussie cities isn't as bustling as you might expect. By 8-9 pm, the streets are pretty empty. And be careful walking alone at night, especially with some drunk folks around! 🌃