One thing about the Aussies is that when they go on a holiday, they really go on a holiday. Lots of non-chain businesses are still closed for the holidays. A lot of "mom-and-pop businesses" take up to three weeks off for Christmas/New Years, including all my favorite tea/coffee cafes. It's annoying because even if you look up the hours online and it says a place is open, you can't count on it this time of year. I guess I can't complain because I'm not back at work yet, but come on! Give the people what they want.
That's something I like in the states. Everything is open over the holiday break. I was shopping on new year's day it was great!
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