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Australians are internationally renowned for many great passions; first and foremost would have to be our love of the bottle (in the best sense of the word of course). No matter your drop of choice, whether you're a beer guzzler or an appreciator of fine wines from the Murray River region, as an Australian it is your patriotic duty to let your hair down from time to time with a VB or a chardy in hand. Here are a few of our favourite Aussie places...
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Captain Cook Hotel
Paddington
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Perched close to the Sydney Cricket Ground and Aussie Stadium, The Captain Cook Hotel is often teeming with sports buffs celebrating (or commiserating each other) after a big game. On other nights, bargain-hunting students from the nearby College of Fine Arts can be seen soaking up the happy hour revelry which flows from 5pm to 7pm throughout the week.
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University Hotel
Carlton
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Established way back in 1873, this Carlton boozer has its own fascinating and colourful history. Ask the owners and they'll tell you straight out that this is the place where (after lengthy discussions - and probably more than a few beers) the Carlton Football Club was first founded.
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Napier Hotel
Fitzroy
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Standing proud in grungy Fitzroy this legendary pub remains uncorrupted by the modern chi-chi bar invasion. This establishment values good beer, local faces, pool and mouth-watering pub grub.
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The Shed
Northbridge
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A corrugated iron bar, massive beer garden and a lamb-on-the-spit roast awaits at this Oz-style pub. Wash down mouthfuls of crocodile meat with an icy cold VB.
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National Press Club
Barton
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The name National Press Club conjures up images of power and influence. This is a place for members and their guests - and it's particularly popular with the pollies and journos who want to share a few beers (and perhaps leak some inside information).
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Lizards Outdoor Bar and Grill
Darwin
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Cold beer and shady trees make this a popular destination on steamy afternoons, with live bands and a gaming area sealing the deal.
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Rose of Australia
Erskineville
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This place has it all: a relaxed main bar, an award-winning cocktail bar, a restaurant that redefines pub grub and good live music.
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Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse
Sydney
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It's best known for its steak, but this spot also features a cellar and cigar lounge, surrounded by original sandstone blocks, racks of wine and two large humidors.
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Australian Youth Hotel
Glebe
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Recently renovated, this inner city pub rewards those travelling off the beaten track with superbly cold beer and delicious pub grub.
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The Lucky Shag Waterfront Bar
Perth
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Distinctly Australian in style, this bar sits right on the waterfront near a bell tower. Enjoy a local brew in the timber and iron interior or eat out on the jetty in the sunshine.
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