Traditions and everyday life in AustraliaFestivals, family customs, favourite places and everyday traditions, written by members of Global Penfriends who live in Australia. Each cultural keepsake is a short note about life where they are.
452 keepsakes from Australia (169 traditions and culture, 283 personal) · page 8 of 16Moments from members' own lives: family traditions, favourite places, hobbies and memories, some from other countries they love.
It’s probably very obvious but a lot of people go to the beach to swim, surf, bodyboard or sun bake in Australia. I usually go to the beach with friends when I’m not working to hang out and talk. We usually end up buying fish and…
Shared by Isabella Farley
The Mornington Peninsula has a close association with the sea and it's beaches. People come from all around to visit coastal towns where there are often interesting events taking place. This time we're at the Frankston Waterfront…
Shared by Finnigan Tenebrose
I find playing croquet to be extremely addictive! I play both socially and competitively. I began playing in my forties and have played domestically and internationally. I am a reasonable player not the best and not the worst but…
Shared by Croquet
The Camfield is located in Burswood, over looking the lake and next to Crown Hotel - this is a good place for all ages as the restaurant has a bar for the adults and the park has a playground for the kids. Just next to it is the…
Shared by MaraClara
When students finish their last year of school (grade 12) most go on a week long trip called Schoolies. Students can choose to go anywhere they want to celebrate, but it happens every year and is a very Aussie tradition. Here is…
Shared by zoemice
There is a very old library in Adelaide called the state library. I always come here to study because it reminds me alot of hogwarts which makes me do alot more work. Around christmas time, they put up this huge christmas tree…
Shared by Rowleyjefferson21
Something I love about Australia, where I’m currently living in, is how gorgeous all the nature is. I live in the city, yet there are so many parks with such pretty plants! I’ve been going on picnics with my uni friends, and…
Shared by diphylleia_grayi
In the Capital, Floriade have meticulously designed garden beds arranged in artistic patterns, often following a yearly theme (such as "Feast of Flowers"). Newly we have had NightFest: A ticketed, after-dark extension featuring…
Shared by Astrid G
Breakfast with my family, at this really nice cafe in the city, i got pancakes and my mum got muesli which are both in the photo! The pancakes were so tasty and so was the fruit, I want to go back and order the exact same thing…
Shared by WestonsPurse
I love to write, especially whatever comes to mind, im also writing a story right now, but a bit stuck but that's alright, I love to go out and vist different places to get inspiration, and I love when people gives me feedback as…
Shared by Shadow89
Dragon Skin is a large scout event for ages 14-18 that happens once a year 800 scouts dress up in costumes and hike up to 20km a day. It takes place over easter long weekend. We spend the days hiking and doing fun activets and at…
Shared by pop_1012006
Melbourne is a beautiful clash of styles, with older architecture and newer, modern buildings right next to it. It has sofistication with street art in narrow alleys. A business city with small, cafes and shops scattered…
Shared by Gotham.Beau
So I'm actually not from Tasmania (I am from Australia however) but every 2 years I travel to tasmania, as it is my all time favourite place in the world. I have been going to Tasmania every 2 years for my whole life, and I plan…
Shared by LunarMoth
I love fresh air and outdoor activities. Walking my dogs is a daily event. We live near the beach so this is my happy place. I love interesting people who find me interesting. Cooking is quite a passion with me. Love having…
Shared by Fair Fiona
This is the Adelaide Festival Theatre, the largest theatre in South Australia. I have been performing since I was a little girl, and have so many fond memories of performing on the stage there. The interior is so beautiful and…
Shared by Milliexxboo
As Aussies, we gotta constantly be on the look out for dangerous wildlife... contrary to popular believe, it's actually not too bad, although; my birds were actually eaten by a carpet python a couple years ago... Also, the "drop…
Shared by lolhijkbye
It was held at the IHeartKpop Cafe in Central! Today was a combined event between Hanbin and the ZB1 debut anniversary I believe- and it came with 2x cupsleeves and 4x freebie photocards!! These events are always so pretty so…
Shared by oreeca
Blue Springs - Putaruru, New Zealand. In the Waikato region - also known as Kings Country, or Gods Country. The clearest water you'll ever see, filtered for 50 to 100 years through the ground to come up as the purest water…
Shared by CosyXennial
I went to the aquarium to see my favorite animal, a dugong!Fun fact, this is one of only 3 dugongs kept in captivity (hes in there because he gets hurt whenever he is released)Extra fun fact! Australia has one of the largest…
Shared by LaLaH
Aussie show, made for Aussie kids and families, now adored worldwide. It's honestly such a sweet show that shows you the joys of living life, spending quality time with loved ones, how to deal with tough emotions, and just how to…
Shared by Sir Caterpillar
This was us at Woodford folk festival 2024 we go every year, you can camp there. So many good live bands and artists of all music genres, so much different and yummy food, and so many cute little stalls. 10/10 recommend getting…
Shared by Pearl22
The first image was taken from a lookout very close to my home, overlooking a valley and waterfall. The second is of a cattle farm about a half hour drive from The Valley. And finally the third is the view from my favourite…
Shared by zoe_samantha
The Ekka showcases the best of Queensland, attracting competition entries from woodchop to giant vegetables, animals from beef cattle to cats and dogs, award-winning food and wine, carnival rides and showbags, strawberry sundae…
Shared by yuko93
Riverfire is a giant, city-wide musical fireworks event, usually occuring at the end of the Brisbane Festival, a celebration of the arts in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. The evening is opened with a low flyover through the…
Shared by Elmendea
I went down to Central to take a walk, before meeting up with my friends near Regents Place/The Galeries and walking around Queen Victoria's building and Townhall!! It was around 4-5pm, and we did a bit of shopping at Muji and…
Shared by oreeca
I love to travel, especially cruising but any sort of travel gets me in. My favourite place is any country within the Asia Pacific region. The culture, people, food and history appeal strongly to me. Plus, it's not so hard to get…
Shared by Jasell
Most afternoons after school I walk my dog Darcy to the 7/11 near the park. At the 7/11 we usually buy stuff like milk and bread for mum, some chewing gum, lollies and mostly slurpees. Slurpees are flavoured frozen drinks, like…
Shared by worriiez
This is me when I went up a local mountain and at the top, it overlooks out past the town to the ocean and surrounding islands. It’s a very hot place here in the Queensland region but it can be exciting to get out and see the…
Shared by Sidney Ruel
Sydney protests are a wonderful way for like-minded people to get together and fight for what they believe in! The people there are always so kind, friendly, and they usually have a variety of resources available for people…
Shared by fitzlcved
When I got my licence in my final year of school, I used to go up the mountain with my book, and read until the sun had set over the ranges in the distance. Despite the academic stresses, it was the happiest I was in those months!
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