To celebrate Australia Day, we have come up with a list of some of the finest exports that the land down under has brought into our lives.
On January 26th every year, we turn our attention to the far-flung, upside-down corner of the world that is Australia, and celebrate all things good that the Aussies have brought to our shores. From Thor himself to Summer Bay, and everything in between, Australia has given us a lot, so let us give appreciation for it all, especially Alf Stewart.
Knifey Spoony
The finest game involving cutlery that that the world has ever seen.
Chris Hemsworth & the brothers Hemsworhteseseses
Kim Hyde has come a long way since Summer Bay, and now he's bloody Thor. Not bad, eh? He and the rest of the Hemsworth clan (Luke & Liam) may soon be dominating all of Hollywood.
Home & Away
Summer Bay has been a part of our lives for as long as we can remember, and we've felt at home in the Surf Club for years. Alf, Flathead, Angel, Pippa, Sally...they're like our flamin' family at this stage.
Flat White
The Americans are just getting this now (by which we mean Starbucks) but the Aussies have been making a mean coffee this way for years. RIP in pieces, of course, as Starbucks will have it destroyed within six weeks.
Pic via Russell James Smith/Flickr
Tim Tams
If you're not familiar with a Tim Tam, then you need to change your life and get yourself some. Best served with tea, allow Natalie Imbruglia to showcase the proper technique on eating a Tim Tam from an old-school episode of Graham Norton.
Uggs
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When worn correctly as slippers around the house, these are the absolute business and as comfortable as anything. Less acceptable when worn outside to your local shopping centre as you slope around lazily without lifting your feet off the ground properly.
Pugwall's Summer
'Nuff said.
The Girl From Tomorrow
Futuristic girl that time travels to learn how to use a transducer. What's not to like?
Kylie Minogue
C'mon, of course Kylie is on the list.
Flight recorder device
Australian engineer David Warren created the flight recorder device that has helped investigators and researchers figure out what went wrong and how after plane crashes, which is pretty useful information to have.
Lucas' Paw Paw Ointment
The beauty insider's balm - this multipurpose ointment is a standard inclusion in many skincare nuts' bathroom cabinet.
AC/DC
These guys have too many hits to mention, and will be rocking the face off everyone in the Aviva Stadium later this year.
Muriel's Wedding
You're terrible, Muriel.
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Do you have any others to add to the list? From lamingtons to Jason Donavon, we'd love to hear your Straya loves.
