Name : Mutiara Farahdiva Anisa

Class : PBI 5C (1903046105)

ETIQUETTE IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND

Australia and New Zealand are different, but they have some etiquette points that apply to both
countries.
1. Handshaking
When meeting friends or new people and when leaving the company of friends or
people who one has just met, it is becoming less common to require the handshake to
be firm, though many are still offended by a ‘limp’ handshake.
2. Language
When someone greets you with “How's it going?”, “How are you going?” or “How are
ya?”, always reply with positive answer and ask them same question. Don’t give them
negative answer, although that’s your actual feeling.
3. Public Place
Walk left-hand side when you drive on the road, walk on the footpath, and in stairway.
Stand on the left-hand side as well, when you get into the escalator, the right-hand side
is only for the rushing people.
4. Bars and Restaurants
Don’t tip, you can ask them to “keep the change” instead. Use common table-manner.
5. Driving
Always wave to thank drivers that stop to allow you into their lane. Sit next to the driver
when you are riding alone in a taxi.

Etiquette in Australia
General
• It is rude to comment about Australia's history as a penal colony.
• Australians are more casual in various social situations than people from the UK and
the United States.
Language
• Imitate the distinctive sounds of Australian English, especially the somewhat
exaggerated versions keep Australians rarely entertained.
 • “Indigenous Australians” and “Aboriginal or Aborigine” are polite terms.
• Certain names appear for groups of Indigenous Australians.
Tipping
• Tipping is not expected but is appreciated.

Etiquette in New Zealand

General
• People of European descent (pakeha) have their own culture.
• Remember to remove your shoes before entering someone’s house that you don’t know
well or visiting close friend’s house, but they tell you to remove your shoes.
Language
• Avoid using the term “mainland” for either the North or South Islands of New Zealand,
as this is a sensitive issue.
• In New Zealand, the term “dairy” refers to a convenience store, not a cow farm.
• It is vulgar to get someone’s attention by saying “Oi!” especially in bars/pubs and
restaurants.
Māori
• Further, while it is technically incorrect to use the word “Māori” in referring to the
Māori language — it is more properly called Te Reo.
• Sitting on or resting one’s backside against a table or desk can offend Māori.
• Shoes should be removed before entering a Māori sacred building, such as a Marae.
Driving and Public Transportation
• When getting off a bus; particularly a suburban bus service, it is polite to thank the
driver.
Tipping
• Some cafes have “tip jars” for loose change at the counter; and it has long been
customary to tell taxi drivers to “keep the change”.