Welcome to Australia Blog

 

Life’s A Beach

With the Pacific, the Indian and the Southern Ocean, we’re surrounded. Many beaches have the white silky sands, warm blue seas and interesting marine life, others are muddy flats where mangroves grow!

The beach culture of Australia is celebrated in fashion, art, lifestyle, sports and many careers. For Tips on enjoying the Oceans: http://www.slsa.asn.au/

Facts: Australia has the most beaches in the world and 80% of the population live near the coast, yet beaches aren’t crowded.

 

The Australian Sickie Culture

I’ve heard a statistic that says last year 1 in 5 took a day off as a ‘sickie’. A sickie is when you simply don’t go to work, without any formal reason.

Why -The reason for taking a sickie is typically because the person is bored, doesn’t like their job or their boss.

When – tagged on to the back of a public holiday, extreme weather conditions, major sporting events.

What is Australia Doing About this?

• Creating positive work place culture strategies.
• Asking for medical certificates.
• Checking for fair pay.
• Giving time off for parents with sick children.
• Rewarding good attendance.

What do People Do on their Day off? Catchup on sleep, house or yard work, take time out (stress/ exhaustion), take care of someone else.