I heard that in Australia, they are enacting curfews for domestic cats in order to protect native wildlife from them.

Here is my question specifically to those Australians who own a cat:

What are your opinions on the cat curfews?

Do you think its for the best or is it bad for your cats? Do you keep your cats indoor or outdoor? Does your local council currently have a cat curfew or containment law? Do you support 24/7 containment, night-only curfews, or letting cats roam freely? If you own a cat, how have you adapted to these rules (catios, harness walking, indoor toys)?

Me personally, I think cats are more indoor pets

What’s a normal amount for an Aussie bloke to drink? I’ve been in a relationship with a gambling addict before. I had no idea for years. Now, I’m in a relationship with someone who seems good but I‘m concerned about drinking.

When I raise it I’m called projecting and I have any social nights where I get tipsy or drink (maybe 1 every month on average I might get drunk on a night out).

This guy is all round a good guy. I think he drinks a lot though, usually 1 bottle of wine a day 3 times a week or beers every day after work. He doesn’t get drunk often. I do feel pressure to drink but I don’t see the point in so much wine if we are just watching TV. He is self employed so it’s hard to tell if he can’t keep up with his job from it. I have spoken to him about it. He said I’m projecting, overreacting and policing. I don’t think I am but I could be projecting from the last relationship.

Is this amount norma? I’m not born here and I do n’t know. He is in his forties and has less than average income from Syd. He’s probably about 85kg and slim.

Sorry if I'm asking dumb questions.

It's my first time voting in Australia, with the upcoming Victoria State election.

I was reading the voting guide on the VEC website which indicated that we vote for individual candidates rather than parties and that we would be ranking them in order of preference.

Then it recommended researching the candidates which I was excited to do.

Then I saw on this ABC website link that there are OVER 500 candidates...

https://www.abc.net.au/news/elections/vic/2026/guide/candidates

How does anybody have the time to look at all of them and make even a remotely informed vote?

Hey there, im a 20 year old currently living in the SE suburbs in Melb(Berwick) and i was wondering if any kind soul in my area is able to supervise me while i drive around? (Open to drive you to get grocery, run errands or pretty much drive anywhere where you need to go) i’m willing to pay $35/hour for your time as my financial situation isn’t great due to unemployment. I’m also currently living with relatives who don’t have the time to supervise me while i drive as they are always working. Driving wise I’ve done about 8 lessons with a professional instructor in my area so far so my control of a car is pretty decent but i just need to get practice done to get my hours up and build my confidence further.

Outside of Australia, Hugh Jackman is pretty much universally seen as the ultimate Hollywood nice guy: talented, jacked, and polite.

But I’m curious how he’s viewed back home. Is he seen as a beloved national treasure, or is he just another big Hollywood star who made it overseas? Does he still hold genuine "top bloke" status in Oz, or do people find the showbiz persona a bit much?

You'd think most sensible people (or their adult kids) would know better. Yet I've seen seminars being held at the local RSL, library, conference centre... are people still buying into these things?

Hi everyone,

How many of you celebrate Halloween?

As a child, we never really acknowledged or celebrated it. We occassionally carved a pumpkin and put it outside.

I have two young children now (4 and 6), and a lot of their classmates go trick or treating or decorate their homes.

Just wondering if anyone else thinks celebrating Halloween has increased in the past decade or so?

Thinking of going mid Nov, for about 10 days.

Was considering Bali, Thailand, Vietnam’s of Malaysia.

Malaysia is out due to the haze, as is most of Indonesia.

Solo trip from the east coast. Looking for anything really - jungle, sight seeing, food etc. don’t want to spend more than $1000 on a return flight

Any insight?

Is it possible to import thc vapes or carts, to risky?

I have been on Reddit for over a year now. But recently, I have been seeing that the English I use is not good enough for employment, despite achieving 7.5 in IELTS Academic. At the moment, I use Grammarly to fix typos and I continue to write an essay(700 words) 4 times a week. I hope English I use at this moment is sufficient to convey my intentions.

ps: I now see what people meant by my English is poor. It seems the words I use aren't exactly right in a contextual sense.

I vote for Number 96

What is a job that one can hold on top of that job?

So for example nothing that starts at 10 and ends at 6 in the morning, because you'd not have enough time to sleep

Still have about 180GB data, terminating it tomorrow. Free to whoever wants it. The requirement says maximum 5 data gifts and has to be an active belong customer. So, only the first five people who DM their numbers to me. If less than 5 people, I'll split equally. Will be gifting the data tomorrow arvo before terminating my service. Will update once 5 people have sent DM.

Thanks.

Hi everyone, for about 2 years, I've had sleep anxiety only when I have something important the next day, like early university, presentations, or work. On normal nights I sleep fine, without a worry. I've tried magnesium glycinate, 0.3mcg melatonin, sleep teas, breathing techniques, phone free nights, and exposure therapy techniques, but nothing is really working to calm me down the day before. Whenever there is something coming up that requires a early wake up, my mind is consumed by it and I dread it. I make sure to make all my appointments and classes at later times to avoid early wake ups but I know that isn't ideal and eventually when entering my career, I am going to have early wake ups for work.

I'm seeing a psychiatrist this month, but I really want to hear people's experiences. I'm interested in medication recommendations for those in my shoes or are dealing with a similar situation as me. Ideally, something non addictive, with few side effects, that I can use occasionally before big days, but also something that wouldn't be a problem if I ended up taking it daily in the future for an early start job. Thanks for sharing any experiences or tips.

And a second question, do the mafia or whoever… goto milk bars and demand or ask they sell illegal vapes and cigarettes?

My lovely local older gentlemen from Iran started selling vapes and cigarettes I’m curious how these little corner stores get into the ‘trade’ of selling illegal vapes and cigarettes, while before they were doing fine. I asked another young man behind the counter, “would all your profit come from vapes?” He’s response “big time”

Hello everyone.

I'm a new user to Melatonin. Works great but has added a chucky line-item to my budget. I'm seeking cheaper overseas options but there are some things I need clarified after doing my own research.

🟠 Australian border security don't like this because the Melatonin without Australian approval doesn't have accurate testing. Many contain too much Melatonin per tablet. It seems though it's OK if a have a prescription, which I do. I already think I don't have the full story here.

🟠 My prescription says to take 2mg but verbally my doctor has told me to take 4mg with 5mg being ok.

Could anyone getting what I can expect from trying to get Melatonin online, overseas?

I just am so confused. I had a great childhood growing up with my brother. My relationship with him has definitely been the highlight

But it's also because my parents were very abusive to each other and us. So sometimes my brother was the only good thing.

My partner and I have a household income of 250k and we have a 600k mortgage. I work a very high stress job and wouldn't be able to work full time with 2 kids. If I switch to 4 days my income would drop to 90k

Also we have zero family or close friends in our state. Like NO ONE who can ever help so can't decide if we should have one or two kids

I have also worked as a teacher in a low SES public school and definetly want to send my kids to a private one. So that's extra expense

I don't need overseas holidays, new cars or anything like that. I drive a 9 year old car and am very happy with it. So we don't need expensive holidays, cars or eat out much.

But my concerns are more about private school fees, me having to switch to part time, childcare etc

(Also when I was 15 my dad took his own life due to debt and mental health. So i just can't digest not being financially stable.)

Im 21F from North Queensland. I’m sick of hearing all these young blokes training each other to play their relationships like it’s ‘him vs her’. Making fun of each other for being weak when their responsibilities in being a partner come up. They’re actually without realising holding each other back?
My boyfriend 23M and I were in a serious, mature relationship from the get go… but now he’s been hanging with his mates more often (who most are single) and they seem to be making him feel bad about me… for example- when he quickly pops in to his mates for an arv drink before our own plans… I’d call him to remind him that we have plans after cus he’s taking a little longer than I expected, I can hear his mate in the background making the whipping sound, you know “chhh chhh”😂😂😭 I know it’s funny in hindsight but I really think all those little remarks and things are getting to my bfs head because his kindness and respect towards me has taken a hit lately. I know they don’t have a problem with me personally I do them favours and them me and we’re always really friendly. Of course I’m not solely blaming his friends, my bf is an adult and it IS his responsibility.
Anyway I’ve had to take a step back because the other night he went out with them, which ofc I have no issue with, but he didn’t tell me where he was going, and I caught him lying about something. He ended up not coming home til 6am with barely any communication at all.
I know some women are guilty of it too… encouraging eachother to break up with their man when an easy fix is there. But can’t we all just respect the relationship and stop making it a commodity and only step in if there’s a real concern?

I was sick in September with the flu. I had a bad cough, blocked nose, bad taste and runny nose and now probably 4 weeks later I have it again. How is this even possible.

I know how this happens

For context, I live in Sydney and have been here for a couple years, am a strong swimmer and often spend time surfing, snorkelling, swimming at the beach etc.

I was recently curious about volunteering as a surf lifesaver and getting my bronze medallion. However from what I've been able to see online, common opinion seems to be that it tends to be a cliquey community which had me questioning whether it would be a welcoming environment for someone like me.

I'd love to hear anyone's experiences with surf life saving especially as someone who wasn't involved in the community from an early age!