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Discovering Australia: From History to Culture and UTS Life

Explore the vibrant culture and history of Australia, often known as the "land down under." From Captain Cook's historic landing in 1788 to the formation of the federation in 1901, Australia is rich in stories and traditions. Learn how to blend into Aussie life with the local lingo, from greeting friends with "how ya doing, mate?" to embracing unique pastimes like hanging off a Hills Hoist. Uncover the vibrant UTS, with its diverse programs and social scene, and discover the best places to relax and enjoy Sydney's offerings.

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Discovering Australia: From History to Culture and UTS Life

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  1. Where did these two come from? HOLLY ESTHER

  2. …AUSTRALIA!

  3. Australia: the land downunder. • Area: 7.68 million sq km • Population: 19.5 million • Capital City: Canberra • Head of Government: Prime Minister John Howard

  4. History • 1788: Landing of Captain Cook in Botany Bay. • 1901: Federation.

  5. Becoming Australian:an easy 6 step program. • Stop greeting people with "hello" and go straight to the "how ya doin’ mate'?" • Have a story that somehow revolves around excess consumption of alcohol and a mate named "Dave". • Own a pair of thongs for everyday use, and another pair of "dress thongs" for special occasions. • You don't know what's in a meat pie, and you don't care. • Constantly shorten words to "brekkie", "arvo" and "barbie" • Try to hang off a revolving clothesline while pretending you can fly.

  6. Hills Hoist • Inexpensive rotary clothes line developed in 1945 • 1994: 5 millionth Hills Hoist sold- “an event the whole country stopped to recognise as a milestone” • Even paraded around in the closing ceremony of the 2000 Olympic games.

  7. Sydney

  8. Sydney Events • 2000 Olympic Games • Mardi Gras • City to Surf • Easter Show • Carols in the Domain • New Years Eve Fireworks

  9. University of Technology Sydneya.k.a UTS • 3 campuses • 10 Faculties: ranging from Nursing to Information Technology. • B.A. International Studies • Partner Universities around the world.

  10. Why UTS is fabulous • Ugliest two buildings in Sydney • No grass to be seen • Clubs and societies • International exchange program • Sandstone sculpture- touch it and become irresistible to the opposite sex.

  11. What to dobetween classes Chinatown • Go to Uni Bar or Pubs around UTS. • Eat and Shop at China Town • Romantic stroll at Darling Harbour • Second hand shopping at Glebe or Newtown • Movie cinemas up the road. • Inhale alcoholic fumes from the brewery across the road

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