Taboos: the following are some common taboos, or habits that are seen as offensive, rude or insulting by most Australians. If you want to make a good impression, it is best to avoid these habits.
● Sniffing instead of blowing your nose is considered rude. In Australia it is common to see people using handkerchiefs or tissues to blow their noses. This is not considered unclean as it is in some cultures.
● Constant clearing of the throat is thought to be rude.
● Slurping soup or making a noise when eating is thought to be rude Eating in a public places should be done quietly.
● As in many countries, dropping rubbish or leaving it behind is considered impolite and is punishable with a fine.
● Opening someone’s door without knocking first and waiting for the person to answer “come in”.
● Going through a door without holding it open for the person behind you.
Arriving late for an appointment. If you are running late it is best to ring and advise the person.
Conclusion: By planning ahead you will be better prepared for your study adventure in Australia. You should investigate accommodation options and language training. Reading books about Australia will give you an idea of the different cultural environment but the best preparation is a positive, realistic attitude. If you are prepared for differences, are ready to enjoy the experience as a whole and keep a sense of humor and optimism, then it should all turn out to be a pleasant learning and life adventure.
禁忌：下述常见的禁忌或习惯，对大多数澳大利亚人来说， 是无礼的、粗鲁的或侮辱性的。如果你想给人一个好的印象，最好改掉这些习惯。
● 吸鼻涕而不擤鼻涕是粗鲁的，在澳大利亚常常可以看到有人用手帕或纸巾擦鼻涕。这在有些文化中被认为是不卫生的，但在澳大利亚并不这么认为；。
● 不停地清嗓子被认为是粗鲁的；
● 喝汤或者吃东西发出声音被认为是粗鲁的，在公共场所吃东西应该保持安静；
● 像在许多国家一样， 随地扔垃圾被认为是不文明，会受到罚款处理；
● 不先敲门并不等对方说“请进”就开门进别人的房间；
● 进门后不等后面的人进来就关门；
结论：要提前计划，以便更好地为去澳大利亚学习做好准备你应该调查住宿和语言训练情况。读有关澳大利亚的书可以给你一个关于不同文化环境的要领，但最好的准备工作是采取积极和现实的态度。如果你对差异有了准备，并能在整个经历中得到乐趣，保持幽默和乐观情绪，那么这将最终成为一次愉快的学习和生活经历。