Australian Kit/Souvenirs

[shortyman]

Hi all

I'm heading to Melbourne on holiday soon and wondered if there were any australian bits and bobs (army surplus or otherwise) that would be worth looking out for as a souvenir.

(Kangaroo scrotum purse is not on the list)

 

[Biker]

What's wrong with a kangaroo scrotum purse. I'd love one of those! How about organising a group buy? I'm in!

Just don't get one of those odd bush-hats that look like folded cardboard box. You'd blend in great amongst the natives down under but will get a severe beating by the chavs if you walked down the high street with it.

 

[resnikov]

get yourself a couple of stubbie holders. keeps your beer cold and your hand warm.
An aussie Hootchie might be cheaper there.
Akubra hat is always good.

If you get chance find a Rays Outdoors whilst your there, its a massive camping and outdoor shop.

 

[Corso]

aussie Hootchie
water bottle/stove pouch
CJS SVORD neckknife New Zealand I nkow but probably cheaper than shipping direct
SICUT knives - i realy like the look of their Bushmate Belt Knife

www.knivesaustralia.com.au/knives.html#SICUT

might also pick up a cheap swag bag/bed roll while your there

and if you decide you dont like any of the about please let em know

 

[John Fenna]

Didgerydoo
Anything in kangaroo leather (toughest leather in the world I hear!)
Swag
Akubra
Hootchie
Bondi Beach Babe
Do not drink the beer - it is just poluted tap water!
They call it XXXX coz trades discriptions will not let them call it beer!

 

[resnikov]

Do not drink the beer - it is just poluted tap water!
They call it XXXX coz trades discriptions will not let them call it beer!

While I agree on the XXXX, I take offence as an half Australian about the beers comment. Coppers Pale Ale is one of the best beers in the world. Boags and Casacade are 2 very fine other Australian beers, ok more like a larger but so much better then any of the p1$$ like carlsberg, stella or carling.

 

[John Fenna]

While I agree on the XXXX, I take offence as an half Australian about the beers comment. Coppers Pale Ale is one of the best beers in the world. Boags and Casacade are 2 very fine other Australian beers, ok more like a larger but so much better then any of the p1$$ like carlsberg, stella or carling.

Got to agree about the p1$$ you mention!
I admit to being a "Real Ale" fan.... and some of the less well known Belgian Beers (Geuze, Kriek etc) are worthy of drinking.... I have to admit to not having tried the other Aussie beers you mention...
Perhaps the OP could bring back samples for a tasting session...

 

[resnikov]

You can get some of the good Aussie beers in Tescos or Booths (if you are really lucky to have one near you).

 

[Corso]

While I agree on the XXXX, I take offence as an half Australian about the beers comment. Coppers Pale Ale is one of the best beers in the world. Boags and Casacade are 2 very fine other Australian beers, ok more like a larger but so much better then any of the p1$$ like carlsberg, stella or carling.

dont take exception export the good stuff rather than keeping it all for yourself - not unlike the Aussie music scene

 

[mrcharly]

Leather bushhat. They are great for drizzly days in the UK. I got my first when I was 15 and spending the summer fencing. Lasted for 15 years, then some b'stard stole it. Near indestructible.

Kanga leather - yeah, the full skins are great. Just make sure the skin is empty before you try boarding the train.

Rossi boots. Go to a country feed merchant for these. Mine are never off my feet. Really good leather and soles last forever.

Tip: avoid the beer. It's recycled and diluted kangaroo p!sh.

 

[sasquatch]

While I agree on the XXXX, I take offence as an half Australian about the beers comment. Coppers Pale Ale is one of the best beers in the world. Boags and Casacade are 2 very fine other Australian beers, ok more like a larger but so much better then any of the p1$$ like carlsberg, stella or carling.

Invalids Extra Stout is another nice one. Gotta say I loved the lager when I was there, but I don't drink it here much. Kinda like enjoying Canadian beer when home but avoiding the stuff brewed in Luton like the plaque!

 

[santaman2000]

Invalids Extra Stout is another nice one. Gotta say I loved the lager when I was there, but I don't drink it here much. Kinda like enjoying Canadian beer when home but avoiding the stuff brewed in Luton like the plaque!

The Canuks on this side of the Atlantic are complaining that there are no more true Canadian beers. Apparently they have all been sold to either US or overseas companies. Haven't been to Canada in quite some time and can only get the export versions here so I don't really know.

P.S. I gotta +1 on your sentiments that it's best to enjoy the local beer rather than importing another.

 

[John Fenna]

You can get some of the good Aussie beers in Tescos or Booths (if you are really lucky to have one near you).

Lucky to get English beer in our Tescos - this is Wild West Wales pal!
And what is Booths? - I thought it was a brand of Gin......

 

[topknot]

Fosters used to be good when brewed in Aussie now its brewed in England using water from some canal up country yuk

 

[Chopper]

What's wrong with a kangaroo scrotum purse. I'd love one of those! How about organising a group buy? I'm in!

Just don't get one of those odd bush-hats that look like folded cardboard box. You'd blend in great amongst the natives down under but will get a severe beating by the chavs if you walked down the high street with it.

I have one, the ladies curl-up when you tell them what it is. Some cant wait to hold it...dont know why :~

 

[GST138]

My folks went last year and bought me a Barmah Leather hat. Absolutely top notch, packable and waterproof I love it would definately recommend one of those.

 

[mountainm]

Aren't the Ozzy wooly pullies supposed to be a bit legendary?

 

[resnikov]

Lucky to get English beer in our Tescos - this is Wild West Wales pal!
And what is Booths? - I thought it was a brand of Gin......

Booths is the best supermarket chain in the world, Really only found in the North West of England. To quote them "If you appreciate beer, you’re in for a treat at Booths. We have over 200 bottled types – including 55 brewed in Lancashire, Yorkshire, Cheshire and Cumbria – and a wide range of varieties imported from all over the world. Plus you can take your pick of over 40 premium ciders." and there malt whisky is just as impressive.

http://www.booths.co.uk no connection to the store etc etc.

 

[mountainm]

Booths is the best supermarket chain in the world, Really only found in the North West of England. To quote them "If you appreciate beer, you’re in for a treat at Booths. We have over 200 bottled types – including 55 brewed in Lancashire, Yorkshire, Cheshire and Cumbria – and a wide range of varieties imported from all over the world. Plus you can take your pick of over 40 premium ciders." and there malt whisky is just as impressive.

http://www.booths.co.uk no connection to the store etc etc.

+1 on Booths

 

[tobes01]

While I agree on the XXXX, I take offence as an half Australian about the beers comment. Coppers Pale Ale is one of the best beers in the world. Boags and Casacade are 2 very fine other Australian beers, ok more like a larger but so much better then any of the p1$$ like carlsberg, stella or carling.

I had the good fortune to live in Melbourne for a year, and you are of course quite correct. The Tasmanians know a thing or two about a good brew, and Melbourne drinks most of it, so you won't go wrong with the local beer (just for God's sake avoid VB, it's evil).