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Many internet users call Australia the land of the 'NOPE'. But it's so much more than that. Just take a look at the country's subreddit and you'll see what it has to offer.

Physics teachers defending their houses from bushfires? Check. Sexy calendars? Check. Public bike repair stations? You bet. The members of this sub share pictures of pretty much everything that makes Australia the unique patch of land that it is.

Tony Abbott, a former politician who served as the Prime Minister of Australia, has said that "Once people come to Australia, they join the team." So since traveling in real life is still tricky, join Bored Panda on a voyage to the biggest Aussie subreddit on the internet.

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This Is Patrick Boyle. He Went Around Mallacoota Searching For Injured Wildlife. Pictured Is One Of The Koalas He Had Rescued. Shoutout To The Legend

This Is Patrick Boyle. He Went Around Mallacoota Searching For Injured Wildlife. Pictured Is One Of The Koalas He Had Rescued. Shoutout To The Legend

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Interestingly, Australia is considered the second driest continent after Antarctica. When you look at the busy Sydney harbor or the impressive skyline of metropolitan Melbourne, it seems almost unbelievable that nearly 40% of the continent is uninhabitable.

The lack of rainfall is one of the main reasons why such a huge amount of its landmass is so desolate. The national precipitation for 2020 was 483.4mm (19 inches). For comparison, even California gets about 563mm (22 inches) of rainfall every year.

This arid, uninhabitable part of Australia lies in the middle of the continent (the Outback), away from the coastline. And this is also the reason why more than 80% of the country’s population lives within 50 kilometers (31 miles) from the coast.

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Spotted In A Sunshine Coast Woolworths

Spotted In A Sunshine Coast Woolworths

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KJ
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish all customer service could be so straight to the point.

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Our Cat Came Home After Missing In The Fires For 7 Nights. She’s Burnt But Should Live. We Thought Her Lost When The Fire Consumed Most Of Our Property. Best Feeling Ever To Walk Out And See Her Alive

Our Cat Came Home After Missing In The Fires For 7 Nights. She’s Burnt But Should Live. We Thought Her Lost When The Fire Consumed Most Of Our Property. Best Feeling Ever To Walk Out And See Her Alive

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

acidic comments about the cat being photographed before going to the vet. The owners obviously care about their cat and are happy and relieved that she's back. No need to assume they are not properly taking care of her.

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Aboriginal Australians first arrived at the Land Down Under from Maritime Southeast Asia sometime between 50,000 and 65,000 years ago. From the rainforests in the north, the deserts in the center, and the sub-Antarctic islands of Tasmania and Bass Strait, they penetrated to all parts of the continent.

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In fact, the artistic, musical, and spiritual customs they've created are among the longest surviving such traditions in human history.

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Funko Just Released A Pop On Popcultcha (A Pop And Collectable Website) Of A Bushfire Hero. All Proceeds Go To Bushfire Efforts

Funko Just Released A Pop On Popcultcha (A Pop And Collectable Website) Of A Bushfire Hero. All Proceeds Go To Bushfire Efforts

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My Physics Teacher Defended Her House From Bushfires By Herself, And Then Waited Out The Fire In Her Pool Using A Scuba Tank

My Physics Teacher Defended Her House From Bushfires By Herself, And Then Waited Out The Fire In Her Pool Using A Scuba Tank

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After A Blackout Night, My Mate Woke Up To A Ripper Selfie On His Phone!

After A Blackout Night, My Mate Woke Up To A Ripper Selfie On His Phone!

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Had The Window Open And He Just Flew In. Bena, Victoria

Had The Window Open And He Just Flew In. Bena, Victoria

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

at my home i have about 5 bird-feeders outside and about 8 King Parrots visit every day for food water and a safe place from the rain. same with 3 rosellas (1 baby), 2 lorrikeets (and soon their babies!!!!!! :D)

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The first documented visit to Australia by a European was in 1606. The Dutch explorer Willem Janszoon landed on the western side of Cape York Peninsula and charted about 300 km (186 miles) of coastline.

There are claims of earlier landings by the Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Arabs, and Romans, but there is little credible documented evidence.

If there is something that Aussies in today's world are known for, it's their easy-going and friendly attitude. They can put aside stress to appreciate the good things in life that are right in front of them. We're hoping you'll be able to enjoy this list just like that!

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Energex Couldn't Check My Meter Due To My Chicken

Energex Couldn't Check My Meter Due To My Chicken

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How does one restrain a chicken? Is a cage a restraint? (All I can imagine in my little mind is a chicken chained to a tree!) I know I'm weird.

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In Maryborough Queensland Australia Birthplace Of Mary Poppins Author Pl Travers, They Have Mary Poppins Crossing Lights

In Maryborough Queensland Australia Birthplace Of Mary Poppins Author Pl Travers, They Have Mary Poppins Crossing Lights

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Today I Learned Echidnas Can Swim

Today I Learned Echidnas Can Swim

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Meanwhile In Australia...

Meanwhile In Australia...

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My doorbell is actually broken. I need to use this request at least once. Hehe

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Last Years Trip To Australia, Love From Belgium!

Last Years Trip To Australia, Love From Belgium!

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

On the way to see family I go past an Echidna and Tassie Devil Signs and also my fave the Warning sign that looks like a roo trying to flip a car

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The City Of Brisbane, Australia, Has Public Bike Repair Stations

The City Of Brisbane, Australia, Has Public Bike Repair Stations

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A Pile Of Manure Has Been Dumped Outside The Sydney Headquarters Of News Corp

A Pile Of Manure Has Been Dumped Outside The Sydney Headquarters Of News Corp

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Rescued This Guy From My Shed, Must Have Been Locked In There For A Few Days, And 10mins Later He Came To Backdoor To Say Thanks Before Heading Off To Eat Cherry Plums!

Rescued This Guy From My Shed, Must Have Been Locked In There For A Few Days, And 10mins Later He Came To Backdoor To Say Thanks Before Heading Off To Eat Cherry Plums!

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Elli Rahim
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Lizard has amazing etiquette. Truly a well-brought-up reptile.

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Slipped Through The Back Door Of Department Of Transport...

Slipped Through The Back Door Of Department Of Transport...

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This Possum Chilling In The Workshop At My Work

This Possum Chilling In The Workshop At My Work

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaaw, We had one under the house once. We made sure he/she was safe, had water, etc.

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Smart Bins In Australia Use Solar Power To Compact Waste. Includes Foot Handle

Smart Bins In Australia Use Solar Power To Compact Waste. Includes Foot Handle

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Selling Point For Aussie School

Selling Point For Aussie School

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The Morning Shoe Check (Before We Put Them On) Saved My Wife A Bit Of Pain Today

The Morning Shoe Check (Before We Put Them On) Saved My Wife A Bit Of Pain Today

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My Dad Kept Getting Recognized As Scomo So My Sis And I Made Him A Shirt To Keep Him Safe While Travelling Australia

My Dad Kept Getting Recognized As Scomo So My Sis And I Made Him A Shirt To Keep Him Safe While Travelling Australia

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Google Street View Has Blurred The Face Of Ballina's Big Prawn. Privacy First!

Google Street View Has Blurred The Face Of Ballina's Big Prawn. Privacy First!

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I'm An American Intern In Sydney. The Office Made Me This Spread Of Classic Australian Goodies. Not Pictured: Cheezels, Milo, And BBQ Shapes

I'm An American Intern In Sydney. The Office Made Me This Spread Of Classic Australian Goodies. Not Pictured: Cheezels, Milo, And BBQ Shapes

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Foxxy (The Original)
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fairy bread is a kids party classic. Just buttered bread with sprinkles, even better with Nutella instead of butter lol.

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This Street Has An Optical Illusion Painted On A Bunch Of Buildings. Fremantle, Australia

This Street Has An Optical Illusion Painted On A Bunch Of Buildings. Fremantle, Australia

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40 Degrees Up North Vic Today. Had A Little Visitor Come And Smack The Door With His Tail Before Taking A Dip In Our Pond

40 Degrees Up North Vic Today. Had A Little Visitor Come And Smack The Door With His Tail Before Taking A Dip In Our Pond

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My Mum's Partner Found This Brown Snake Under His Toilet Lid

My Mum's Partner Found This Brown Snake Under His Toilet Lid

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For All The Naysayers Who Think The Rest Of Us Are Paranoid

For All The Naysayers Who Think The Rest Of Us Are Paranoid

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Til Melbourne Is Closer To Antarctica Than It Is To Darwin

Til Melbourne Is Closer To Antarctica Than It Is To Darwin

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Absolute Legend On Melbourne Zoo Livestream

Absolute Legend On Melbourne Zoo Livestream

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Typical Beach In Australia

Typical Beach In Australia

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It Hit 45 Degrees Celsius In Our Area Today And My Boyfriend Got Instantly Branded By His Seat Belt Buckle Getting Into His Car. It’s Already Peeling

It Hit 45 Degrees Celsius In Our Area Today And My Boyfriend Got Instantly Branded By His Seat Belt Buckle Getting Into His Car. It’s Already Peeling

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Left My Shoes Outside In Australia

Left My Shoes Outside In Australia

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are clearly a novice, you never leave your shoes outside. If it's not the redbacks or white tips that may take up residence but snakes too.

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The Man Brought A Bloody Cool Snake On The Bus! Some Dude Said That Particular Snake Tastes Like Chicken!

The Man Brought A Bloody Cool Snake On The Bus! Some Dude Said That Particular Snake Tastes Like Chicken!

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Aussie Food

Aussie Food

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2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

1. Vegemite 2. Sausage sizzle (snags) in front of bunnings. 3. Fairy bread and 4. chip butties or chip sangas. Chicken salt is the best.

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I Did Laugh At The Casual Nature Of This Very Australian Warning Found At Byron Bay Beach

I Did Laugh At The Casual Nature Of This Very Australian Warning Found At Byron Bay Beach

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Australian Internet

Australian Internet

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don’t need home internet any more, got fully vaccinated and now have 5G where ever I go for nothing

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