I realised that whenever a person I just met in Malaysia or from some other country finds out that I am from Australia, they will just break out in their own version of G’day mate.

I just feel like conking them on the head sometimes.

And get this, they are always disappointed when I tell them that I don’t really go around saying mate all the time. It is just amazing how people outside of Australia have formed this misconception of all things Australian.

The word mate is normally only used by men and between men. I haven’t really come across aussie chicks calling their girl friends or even their guy friends mate.

Another misconception is kangaroos.
No, they are not endangered.

Far from it, in Australia, kangaroos are considered pests, hence eating roo meat is perfectly ok. If you haven’t tasted it, you probably should get on it…. it tastes exactly like chicken!

So yes, that’s my earbashing for today.