Australia 2007-02-01T20:43:37Z Australia Information tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1 Australia Copyright (c) 2007, Editor Car Hire In Australia, car hire in australia 2007-02-01T20:43:37Z 2007-02-01T20:43:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.001 2007-02-01T20:43:37Z Car Hire In Australia. Title : Xenophobe's Guide to Kiwis (Xenophobe's Guide S.) Author : Christine Cole Catley Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : Funny and informative! If you're thinking about going to New Zealand anytime soon, I would highly recommend reading this book first! It's hilarious, short and dead-on. In less than 100 pages, you'll get a very thorough introduction to the culture and people of New Zealand which will make your visit all the more amusing as you discover the stuff you've just read about to be perfectly true. Editor Australian Visa, australian visa 2007-02-01T20:16:37Z 2007-02-01T20:16:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.002 2007-02-01T20:16:37Z Australian Visa. Title : Living and Working in Australia: A City by City Guide Author : Roberta Duman Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : Essential reading.... for those people wanting to work and live in Oz. If you pack one thing in your rucksack, make sure it's this! Seriously, it's a must-have, the information is spot on, helpful and easy to use...finding jobs in Oz was made significantly easier with this book as a point of reference. I'd like one for South America now please! Editor Hostel In Australia, hostel in australia 2007-02-01T19:49:37Z 2007-02-01T19:49:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.003 2007-02-01T19:49:37Z Hostel In Australia. Title : West Coast Australia (Footprint Travel Guide S.) Author : Andrew Swaffer Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : A useful guide to Western Australia The guide's information on the places we visited was first rate and the information on eating out was particularly helpful. We took three guide books to Western Australia in January 2005 (one each) but soon found that the Footprint book gave the best information on restaurants. The restaurant reviews were very accurate and there was only one that did not live up to expectations. Editor Australia Emigrate, australia emigrate 2007-02-01T19:19:37Z 2007-02-01T19:19:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.004 2007-02-01T19:19:37Z Australia Emigrate. Title : Down Under Author : Bill Bryson Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : Hilarious Portrait of Oz and its People As an Aussie living overseas, this book was a fabulous read for me. It was my first Bryson read, and I think his best. It really captures a lot of the eccentricities and uniqueness of the country and the Australian character- and provides some great laughs in the process! I enjoyed the way he didn't necessarily always do typically touristy things, but rather set out to experience and capture the local life. Sometimes the view of an outsider can be the best way to see the uniqueness of your own country and people. Bryson really does this. So many things he mentions that seem amusingly distinct to Australians are things that never would have entered my head because I see them as usual! One example is how he mentions the Aussie habit of finding a name then naming everything after it (eg: MacQuarie- MacQuarie Street, Lake MacQuarie, the town of Port MacQuarie, Lady MacQuarie's Chair, and so on). It's absolutely true! Perhaps the best part is the people he meets- some real characters! This makes the book really personal, as you get a feel for the personality of the Aussie people. I gave the book to my European boyfriend, whose dream now is to go to Queensland- not because it's so beautiful, but because he thinks they sound like a bunch of crazy people with a great, relaxed outlook on life. If you're an Aussie living overseas, read this book for a true piece of home. If you're not an Aussie, read this book for a true feel about the country and its people. Bryson hit the nail on the head with this one! Editor Australia Yahoo, australia yahoo 2007-02-01T18:58:37Z 2007-02-01T18:58:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.005 2007-02-01T18:58:37Z Australia Yahoo. Title : Rough Guide Map Australia (Rough Guide Map S.) Author : Rough Guides Rating : 2 Stars out of 5. Summary : A brief outline... This book gives a brief insight into many areas but, tries to do too much and fails miserably. The content is generally ok but in some cases outdated. You will not find the information that you need to plan your itinerary in this guide Editor Australia Flight In More, australia flight in more 2007-02-01T18:36:37Z 2007-02-01T18:36:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.006 2007-02-01T18:36:37Z Australia Flight In More. Title : Rough Guide Map Australia (Rough Guide Map S.) Author : Rough Guides Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : the best travel companion you could wish for! By far the best guide to australia i have read. As an aid to planning it was faultless. The hotel /hostel listings and descriptions were spot on, as were the things to do sections. Excellent! Editor Australia Holidays, australia holidays 2007-02-01T18:08:37Z 2007-02-01T18:08:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.007 2007-02-01T18:08:37Z Australia Holidays. Title : Sydney (Eyewitness Travel Guides S.) Author : Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : An excellent guide. Don't visit Sydney without it I've just returned from a stay in Sydney (April 2006). I took this little book with me. It was a tremendous help. It is very colourful and nicely arranged. The places that any tourist will definitely want to visit are explained using full colour maps and 3D illustrations that you really can't go wrong with. My only criticism of it is that it doesn't give many prices. Some places are expensive to enter, so knowing the price beforehand, even if it is out of date, gives an indication of its value for money. That said, it is hard to fault this book. Editor Australia Domestic Flight In, australia domestic flight in 2007-02-01T17:48:37Z 2007-02-01T17:48:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.008 2007-02-01T17:48:37Z Australia Domestic Flight In. Title : Down Under Author : Bill Bryson Rating : 4 Stars out of 5. Summary : Slight criticism of a superb book. I recently spent almost 5 weeks in Oz and was handed this book by my son on arrival. Its a perfect book to read of relaxation ( and a little education) either whilst travelling or on return from Oz. His writing is so enjoyable and so apt. My only criticism is that there are some places he should have given more time to, although he did this in his book about Great Britain, as soom places are far more fun than he seemed to appreciate. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed this book! Editor Australia Flight Last Minute, australia flight last minute 2007-02-01T17:19:37Z 2007-02-01T17:19:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.009 2007-02-01T17:19:37Z Australia Flight Last Minute. Title : Getting a Job in Australia: A Step-by-step Guide to Finding Work Down Under Author : Nick Vandome Rating : 4 Stars out of 5. Summary : Basic but comprehensive I wasn't sure what to expect from this book, I wanted to understand the tax implications and visa types but couln't find any straight information on the internet.I was pleasently suprised it contains all that and more.I was much amused by the comments on Australian culture in the workplace the concept or sickies, dobers and mates.The book is well researched, as to how accurate, I will have to tell you after I have worked out there! Editor Australia Immigration, australia immigration 2007-02-01T16:51:37Z 2007-02-01T16:51:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.010 2007-02-01T16:51:37Z Australia Immigration. Title : Rough Guide Map Australia (Rough Guide Map S.) Author : Rough Guides Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : Map review The rough guide map is great. I am looking to travel in Oz next year and needed a planning map. All the other maps concentrate on each state, or area. This one is perfect, as it covers a large area of the country on each side, yet you feel that it can be used to get about as a normal regional map.Excellent value for money Editor Australia Domestic Flight, australia domestic flight 2007-02-01T16:30:37Z 2007-02-01T16:30:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.011 2007-02-01T16:30:37Z Australia Domestic Flight. Title : Xenophobe's Guide to Kiwis (Xenophobe's Guide S.) Author : Christine Cole Catley Rating : 5 Stars out of 5. Summary : Brilliant work Brilliant work which shows great insight into the beliefs and fables of New Zealanders in both a contemporary and historical context, in a humorous way which reflects the Kiwi ability to laugh at themselves I am sure there isn't a New Zealander around who couldn't recognize the traits portrayed in either themselves or people they know. I also have no doubt that in time the guide will be seen as an important historical resource #8211; where else can you find accurate and pertinent data spanning generations of New Zealanders in just 63 pages!The authors are to be congratulated for truly encapsulating the Kiwi trait of being able to laugh at themselves.The most hilarious book I have read in ages. Editor Australia Broome Western, australia broome western 2007-02-01T16:08:37Z 2007-02-01T16:08:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.012 2007-02-01T16:08:37Z Australia Broome Western. Title : The Rough Guide to Australia (Rough Guide Travel Guides S.) Author : Margo Daly Rating : 2 Stars out of 5. Summary : A brief outline... This book gives a brief insight into many areas but, tries to do too much and fails miserably. The content is generally ok but in some cases outdated. You will not find the information that you need to plan your itinerary in this guide Editor Australia Shopping, australia shopping 2007-02-01T15:44:37Z 2007-02-01T15:44:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.013 2007-02-01T15:44:37Z Australia Shopping. Title : Down Under Author : Bill Bryson Rating : 4 Stars out of 5. Summary : Very informative, telling you many things no ordinary travel book does Bill Bryson is best known for writing very humorous travel books, and "Down Under" is indeed a funny account of his travels in Australia. Those who love Bill Bryson's books for their humor won't be disappointed. But unlike most people, I like Bill Bryson best when he's NOT trying to be funny, and my appreciation of this book is mostly due to the great amount of very interesting information presented. Bill Bryson amazes you with loads of information about the geology, the animal life, the plants and insects, the history, the statistics, the folklore, etc., etc. The many dangers: poisonous snakes, poisonous insects, poisonous jellyfish, crocodiles, sharks, and rip currents - they're all out to get you. The inhospitable deserts, the beautiful beaches, the huge distances; Bill Bryson gives you a feeling of what it's all like. The book goes into detail about many aspects of Australian life that are fairly unknown, including the discovery (and re-discovery) of Australia, the settlement by British prisoners, the early expeditions to explore the interior, the gold rushes, the outlaws, and the devastation caused by rabbits and other imported animals and plants. Bill Bryson talks about the many unusual animal species found only in Australia, including giant earthworms that grow up to 1 meter (and can be stretched to 4 meters) and the platypus, a cross between a reptile and a mammal. He talks about Australians and the Australian society, and the situation regarding the native people, the aboriginals. Bill Bryson doesn't cover all of Australia from the geographical point of view, and the parts he does cover are somewhat random. But that doesn't matter because he captures the spirit of the whole country based on the parts he does visit and the general information he includes. A very positive aspect is that Bill Bryson makes it clear that he loves Australia. The feeling is infectious, and it makes you want to pack your bags and head "down under" for a long leisurely trip so you can do your own exploring. If I were to mention two things I was less happy about, it would be the occasional excessive attempts to be funny and the lack of contact with Australians. One of the best parts of the book is about his traveling together with an Australian couple for 3-4 days, but other than this passage Bill Bryson is mostly playing the typical tourist, with little or no contact with Australians. And despite a fairly long discussion about the aboriginal situation he does not ever get into contact with any aboriginals. Why not? A final note regarding the unabridged audio version of the book, read by Bill Bryson himself: Most authors are poor readers, but Mr. Bryson does a very good job here, almost on a par with a professional reader. Recommended. Rennie Petersen PS. "Down Under" has also been published under the title "In a Sunburned Country". It is exactly the same book. Editor Holidays In Australia, holidays in australia 2007-02-01T15:17:37Z 2007-02-01T15:17:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.014 2007-02-01T15:17:37Z Holidays In Australia. Title : Lonely Planet : Australian Phrasebook Author : Sue Butler Rating : 4 Stars out of 5. Summary : A must-have for any Aussie visitor used this book for my 8 month trip round australia, certainly was my bible (sorry) The information is very acurate with only a couple of mistakes that left me staying in what can only be describe as an ex-mental hospital with a few left-over patients!.. apart from that, I stayed in over 100 hostels, all listed within the book and all as acurate as the descriptions!.. if your oz bound buy it! Editor Australia Car Hire In, australia car hire in 2007-02-01T14:57:37Z 2007-02-01T14:57:37Z tag:www.australiasz.com,2007://1.015 2007-02-01T14:57:37Z Australia Car Hire In. Title : Getting a Job in Australia: A Step-by-step Guide to Finding Work Down Under Author : Nick Vandome Rating : 3 Stars out of 5. Summary : informative but dated there is alot of informative information in this book from healthcare to workplace issues, tax implications to useful addresses. I found it perfect for starting to get my head around all the differences to what I am use to in the UK BUT IT'S OUT OF DATE on alot of things. The book has been revised and updated on some things. However, they have not put any notes on other sections to say if it is still the same today, e.g. is it still the same as what was quoted in 2000 on the tax law??? Overall it is a good starting book to get a feel for what you need current information on before you travel. Editor