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    18 Things That Happen When A Brit Dates An Aussie

    You swear and drink a lot more, and you know all the ways in which a funnel web spider might kill you.

    1. You know so much more about the beautiful flora and fauna of Australia than you ever thought you would.

    2. Including the many, many ways in which the said flora and fauna can kill you.

    3. You also know that Australians love seeing the horror in people's eyes when they talk about how dangerous their wildlife is, so you continue making a horrified face even though you know exactly how funnel web spiders can kill you.

    4. You’ve learned the frightening truth about kangaroos and koalas.

    5. You use the word "cunt" freely and liberally.

    6. In fact, you just swear a whole lot more.

    7. You know that Foster's is a contentious drink, and not the popular beer the advertisements would have you think it is.

    [American accent] Fosters, Australian for beer.

    Most Australians, at least in my experience, describe it as none other than "piss water".

    8. You're constantly reminded of which celebs are Aussie, as well as all the many ~cultural contributions~ Aussie's have made.

    9. You've developed an incredible tolerance to alcohol.

    10. As well as for caffeine.

    11. You either develop a passionate love for Tim Tams, and wonder how you ever lived without them, or you have to always try to justify the travesty that is your tastebuds.

    12. "Vibe" becomes a stand-in word for everything.

    13. You know that no beach is on par with Australian beaches.

    14. You've learnt to appreciate things you never did before, like cold weather.

    15. You've been to a fair share of barbecues.

    16. You've adopted a lowkey rivalry against New Zealanders.

    17. Your many attempts to do an Aussie accent are infinitely annoying to your S.O.

    18. However, whatever affinity you gain for Australia and its people, you will always remain appalled that they got to compete in Eurovision.