Canberra Local Custom Tips by keeweechic

Dress Code Dress Review

Canberra is the seat of the Australian Government and as such the dress code in Canberra is a little more formal than in other cities in the country. For business people it is the norm for both men and women to wear suits.

Tipping Tipping, GST Review

In general it is not customary to tip in Australia though this is now changing and ten percent will sometimes be added to hotel bills. In some of the more exclusive restaurants it is usual to tip up to ten percent, but on the whole gratuity is at your own discretion.

Driving Driving, Road Rules Review

Australians drive on the left hand side of the road. The maximum speed limit in cities and towns is 60 km/h (35mph) and 100 km/h (60mph) on country roads and highways, unless signs indicate otherwise.

You need to have a license from your country of residence, or an international drivers permit. License and a valid passport must be carried at all times when driving.

Electricity Voltage converter Review

Electricity in Australia is 240/250 AC . The type of plug is a flat 3 pin (The two lower pins are angled).

GST Tipping, GST Review

GST (Goods and Services Tax) was introduced on July 1, 2000. The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) enables international visitors to claim a refund of the GST and Wine Equalisation Tax (WET) that you pay on goods bought in Australia, whether used during the holiday or not. The refund applies only to goods taken as hand luggage when leaving the country, after going through passport control. The refund will be paid on goods costing $300 or more, bought from the same store, no earlier than 30 days before leaving the country. Visitors may purchase several lower-priced items from the one store, either at the one time or over several occasions within the 30-day period, provided the total purchase amounts to $300 or more and the goods are covered by the one tax invoice.

If you are leaving Australia through an international airport, you can collect your refund in cash on departure (up to $200), or choose a non-cash option. There is a TRS booth in the departure area of Perth International Airport.

Floriade – Sept to Oct Festivals, markets Review

Floriade – Sept to Oct is a 30 day floral extravaganza held every year as Australia's Celebration of Spring. More than a million flowers almost bloom 'on cue' in Commonwealth Park, Canberra. Each year, the designers of Floriade adopt a different theme and in 2001, Floriade will celebrate the Centenary of Federation.

Sunday Market - Each Sunday, a former Bus Depot is transformed into a bustling market atmosphere. There are beautifully made handcrafted and home produced items and great food and entertainment.
27 Wentworth Ave, Kingston.

Weather Climate Review

The temperatures in Canberra vary considerably from summer to winter. Rug up for the winter months as temps often drop below zero at night and are usually below 10C in the day.
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In summer the temperatures are usually mild but can rise above 30C. Autumn (March to May) in Canberra is simply gorgeous. The days are sunny and crisp, the trees are changing and everything looks lovely.
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