Jupiter Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 When talking about Australia, the first thing that comes up is the bars and night life. Where l am from, bars are seen as shady places where losers like to hang. l don't drink (for health and I simply don't fancy the taste). Also, l'm almost a vegan (for health and ethics). l eat vegetables and some fish. So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. So what can people like me do to entertain themselves in Australia? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LKC Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 The same things that you'd do pretty much anywhere else, to be honest. Australia isn't just about bars, night life and barbecues, there are plenty of things to do. I drink and I'm not vegan, but I didn't hang around in bars or attend barbecues in Australia. There are plenty of beaches, national parks, and other outdoor things to do, depending on the sort of sporting or leisure activities you enjoy. There are also theatres, cinemas, coffee shops and restaurants (including vegan ones I would think, although I never looked). There are plenty of special interest clubs, groups, classes and societies to join, depending on your interests too. Just look for what interests you and do that. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 (edited) 54 minutes ago, Jupiter said: When talking about Australia, the first thing that comes up is the bars and night life. Where l am from, bars are seen as shady places where losers like to hang. l don't drink (for health and I simply don't fancy the taste). Also, l'm almost a vegan (for health and ethics). l eat vegetables and some fish. So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. So what can people like me do to entertain themselves in Australia? Edited September 14, 2018 by Perthbum 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jupiter Posted September 14, 2018 Author Share Posted September 14, 2018 8 minutes ago, Perthbum said: Not getting the joke. Why is he staring at the cup like that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 Just now, Jupiter said: Not getting the joke. Why is he staring at the cup like that? waiting for the rabbit to come out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 4 hours ago, Jupiter said: When talking about Australia, the first thing that comes up is the bars and night life. Where l am from, bars are seen as shady places where losers like to hang. l don't drink (for health and I simply don't fancy the taste). Also, l'm almost a vegan (for health and ethics). l eat vegetables and some fish. So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. So what can people like me do to entertain themselves in Australia? I really don't think you can be almost vegan. That's like me saying I'm almost vegetarian. I would call you pescaterian. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 (edited) 3 hours ago, Jupiter said: Not getting the joke. Why is he staring at the cup like that? Tiddlywinks. Do you like the outdoors? There is alot of it in Australia. Walking, cycling, water sports. Plenty to do without boozing and BBQs. Edited September 14, 2018 by newjez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted September 14, 2018 Share Posted September 14, 2018 7 hours ago, Jupiter said: When talking about Australia, the first thing that comes up is the bars and night life. Where l am from, bars are seen as shady places where losers like to hang. l don't drink (for health and I simply don't fancy the taste). Also, l'm almost a vegan (for health and ethics). l eat vegetables and some fish. So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. So what can people like me do to entertain themselves in Australia? Haven't you been to Australia before? What did you do last time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skani Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 10 hours ago, Jupiter said: l eat vegetables and some fish. So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. You do know you can barbecue vegetables and fish, don't you? That's mostly my diet and it's never stopped me. Quote So what can people like me do to entertain themselves in Australia? The zillion and one things on offer other than bars and barbecues. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bulya Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 (edited) Don’t BBQ, drink, or eat much meat. Still a better life here than stuck in Blighty getting blotto in warm beer and watching girlie ball. Gotta feel for those Poms.. Edited September 15, 2018 by Bulya Typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 3 hours ago, newjez said: What? not drinking wine or craft ales or malt whisky or eating meat, whats the use of living. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 58 minutes ago, Bulya said: Don’t BBQ, drink, or eat much meat. Still a better life here than stuck in Blighty getting blotto in warm beer and watching girlie ball. Gotta feel for those Poms.. we drink it, we don't bathe in it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toots Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 43 minutes ago, Perthbum said: I used to get a bit angry of your constant pommie bashing, now I honestly feel sorry for you. We are looking forward to watching the match between Liverpool and Tottenham later this evening. The girlie ball as Bulya calls it is the best ball game in the world to watch. 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calNgary Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 A few posts have been removed, please stay on track and avoid personal comments. Cal x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drumbeat Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 22 hours ago, Jupiter said: When talking about Australia, the first thing that comes up is the bars and night life. Where l am from, bars are seen as shady places where losers like to hang. l don't drink (for health and I simply don't fancy the taste). Also, l'm almost a vegan (for health and ethics). l eat vegetables and some fish. So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. So what can people like me do to entertain themselves in Australia? As you don’t live here I guess it’s not really an issue is it? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 5 hours ago, Toots said: We are looking forward to watching the match between Liverpool and Tottenham later this evening. The girlie ball as Bulya calls it is the best ball game in the world to watch. 100% tried watching that boring game in Oz with grown men in tight shorts with skinny long legs, rather watch paint dry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 13 hours ago, Perthbum said: not drinking wine or craft ales or malt whisky or eating meat, whats the use of living. Sorry, forgot you're from up north. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon the Hat Posted September 15, 2018 Share Posted September 15, 2018 I would imagine a Teetotal Vegan would do the same things they do everywhere else; tell everyone they come across that they are a teetotal vegan... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack91 Posted September 17, 2018 Share Posted September 17, 2018 How can you be almost vegan? Go and do what everyone else does, just without the drink. Join a club. Socialise. Mention you're almost vegan a few times. Play chess. Watch paint dry. Knock over small children. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unzippy Posted September 18, 2018 Share Posted September 18, 2018 On 15/09/2018 at 01:34, Jupiter said: So barbecue and burgers are also out of the question. What makes you think you can't BBQ vegetables and fish? I'll let you into a secret but you mustn't tell anyone - you can BBQ vegetables and fish! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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