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>Australia - officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country comprising the mainland of Australia - officially the Commonwealth of Australia, is a country comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania and numerous smaller islands. It is the world's sixth-largest country by total area. Neighbouring countries include Indonesia, East Timor and Papua New Guinea to the north; the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu and New Caledonia to the north-east; and New Zealand to the south-east.

>A highly developed country and one of the wealthiest, Australia is the world's 12th-largest A highly developed country and one of the wealthiest, Australia is the world's 12th-largest economy and has the world's fifth-highest per capita income. Australia's military expenditure is the world's 13th-largest. With the second-highest human development index globally, Australia ranks highly in many international comparisons of national performance, such as quality of life, health, education, economic freedom, and the protection of civil liberties and political rights.

>Business Etiquette and Customs in Australia Relationships & Communication  o Australians are very Business Etiquette and Customs in Australia Relationships & Communication o Australians are very matter of fact when it comes to business so do not need long- standing personal relationships before they do business with people. o Australians are very direct in the way they communicate. o There is often an element of humour, often self-deprecating, in their speech. o Aussies often use colourful language that would be unthinkable in other countries.

>Business Meeting Etiquette  o Appointments are necessary and relatively easy to schedule. o Business Meeting Etiquette o Appointments are necessary and relatively easy to schedule. o They should be made with as much lead time as possible. o Punctuality is important in business situations. It is better to arrive a few minutes early than to keep someone waiting. o Meetings are generally relaxed; however, they are serious events. o If an Australian takes exception to something that you say, they will tell you so. o If you make a presentation, avoid hype, making exaggerated claims, or bells and whistles. o Present your business case with facts and figures. Emotions and feelings are not important in the Australian business climate.

>Negotiating and Decision Making  o Australians get down to business quickly with a Negotiating and Decision Making o Australians get down to business quickly with a minimum amount of small talk. o They are quite direct and expect the same in return. They appreciate brevity and are not impressed by too much detail. o Negotiations proceed quickly. Bargaining is not customary. They will expect your initial proposal to have only a small margin for negotiation. o They do not like high-pressure techniques. o Decision-making is concentrated at the top of the company, although decisions are made after consultation with subordinates, which can make decision making slow and protracted.

>What to wear?  o Business dress is conservative in Melbourne and Sydney. o What to wear? o Business dress is conservative in Melbourne and Sydney. o Men should wear a dark coloured, conservative business suit. o Women should wear a smart dress or a business suit. o In Brisbane or other tropical areas, depending on the job function and company culture, men may wear shirts, ties and Bermuda shorts.

>Business Cards  o Business cards are exchanged at the initial introduction without formal Business Cards o Business cards are exchanged at the initial introduction without formal ritual. o If you are not given a business card, it is not an insult; the person simply may not have one.

>Questions How should business people dress up? How long does it take to make Questions How should business people dress up? How long does it take to make a deal with Australians? Do Australians like punctuality?