I. Social etiquette in Australia
1. When eating out, friends share the cost.
In fact, it goes without saying that everyone has heard of the split bill, but its implementation is a bit inadequate. It's actually quite simple. Usually, restaurants that make reservations will order at the counter and pay for it. Everyone will discuss what to eat before ordering, and finally they will order their share at the counter. They will not ask others, "Do you want to help you?" Australians don't have this habit. Another situation is that people get together to take part in a special activity. Maybe the protagonist or boss of the party will say, "I'll order a seafood platter for everyone to share." He means: you order your share, and I'll order another one that everyone can share. You must not understand that I don't have to order, but he will eat whatever he gives us. Be sure to order one, even if it is the simplest and cheapest, don't be shy, because everyone will order.
If you eat first and then pay, when the waiter pays the bill, everyone will ask: Do you want to share or share? Shall we go Dutch or Dutch? Aa system is normal and generally appears in western food; And if it's Chinese food, everyone usually divides the bill equally.
Sometimes there will be such a situation, for example, in a restaurant or bar, when everyone is very happy, suddenly someone will stand up and say, I'll order a beer/drink for everyone, and this round is my treat! This round is my treat! This is definitely normal in China, and soon someone will invite the second and third rounds ... In Australia, if you want to buy everyone a drink, you'd better have a suitable reason, such as the goddess who has been chasing for many years agreeing to associate with me and passing the exam, otherwise it will be considered as extremely unsociable and easily hated by people.
As for the treat, unless you have any agreement before, for example, that the other party will treat you to this meal, then you can go generously, and the host will definitely choose a good restaurant. When the host orders together, he nods to the plate and you nod to the plate. When he orders dessert, you also want a dessert. Don't feel embarrassed, because since he has chosen a restaurant and said that he will invite you, he must be ready to invite you.
Step 2 get together with friends
If you are invited to informal parties such as barbecues, you can bring beer to show your gratitude. It is best to ask the host in advance if he needs to bring some food, or if he needs help to prepare or clean up. These are all Australian party styles, so you won't be embarrassed to bring some good dishes, and you don't have to be embarrassed to ask.
You can usually bring good quality red wine, chocolate or flowers to the dinner party. Unless there is a clear explanation on the invitation or the host has a clear request, or formal business negotiations require formal attire, casual clothes can generally be worn. You should make an appointment to visit in advance. Formal activities need to arrive on time, barbecue activities or informal parties should generally not arrive later than 15 minutes.
Second, Australian public etiquette
1. Taking pictures is very important.
Parents should ask for permission before taking pictures with children, and physical contact with strange children is not allowed. This behavior is not very acceptable in Australia. Although they can understand that you mean no harm, they will want their children to get the same social respect as adults, just like if someone casually touches your head and pinches your face in the street, you will feel embarrassed. You can choose to squat down and say, how are you? What's your name? Nice to meet you. Then stand up and continue chatting with adults, which shows enough respect. Don't pay too much attention to children, which will embarrass adults. Most Australian aborigines are conservative, and most aborigines don't like tourists taking pictures.
2. Smoking is prohibited in public transport, shops or other public buildings.
The basic principle is: smoking is not allowed in places with roofs, and smoking is allowed in places without special regulations.
3. Australia implements waste classification management, please pay attention to the classification according to the requirements and put it in the corresponding trash can.
4. The income of Australian service employees does not depend on tipping, which is not necessary and will not affect the quality of service you get.
If the service staff provides you with extra services, you can tip appropriately, but it is completely voluntary.
Whether rich or poor, Australian aborigines like to treat people equally. For example, if you usually like to address people by their first names, you should use the title of your partner instead of Mr. or Ms. Australians generally speak openly and like humor and self-mockery. "Carefree" is a common spoken language in Australia.