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To be sure, to be sure, yes it's definitely St Patrick's Day


In a far off land, known for its luscious crops of four-leaf clovers and potatoes, a wealthy leprechaun took it upon himself to share the joys of his home with the people of the land Down Under. On March 17 many years ago, he passed pints of Guinness around to friends and cousins and sent them forth into the great unknown with fiddles, Enya CDs and green food colouring. The band of stereotypically attired merrymakers "Riverdanced" their way across Australia, injecting Irish-themed fun and hilarity into pubs far and wide. So whether you believe my tale or not, think of that little leprechaun this St Patrick's Day and pay a visit to your local piece of Ireland.

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Pugg Mahones Irish Pub
Melbourne
You'll be looking to "chuck a sickie" come Wednesday if you join the fun at this Irish party house. With live music playing loud into the evening, this backpacker's favourite is sure to lead you astray from your resolve: "I guess I'll come along for one pint then".

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P.J. O'Brien's
Adelaide
This is the ultimate Irish-themed party destination in the south for those who don t have to be up and at 'em early on Wednesday March 18. There's icy cold Guinness and non-stop craic on offer all day, along with dancers, pipers and all manner of Irish entertainment.

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Durty Nelly's
Paddington
Paddington knows how to party when it comes to St Patrick's Day. The Irish pub fare in the bistro washed down with plenty of Irish cider and Guinness will keep punters merrily cheering on the traditional dancers and musicians.

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Scruffy Murphy's Hotel
Sydney
This diamond in the rough always has a rollicking good time. Open all day every day, this Irish establishment attracts everyone from tourists to drag queens. It's the place to be if you want to celebrate in the city through to the wee hours.

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Irish Murphy's Noosa
Noosa Heads
The slightly less wild long lost cousin of Scruffy's has a day of live music, face painting and Irish dancing planned for the big day. Kicking off at 8am for breakfast, the Guinness will surely be fast-flowing by the time the pipers arrive in the afternoon.

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Dolly O'Reilly's
Leanyer
Irish hospitality and traditional live folk music make this place a lively spot to celebrate St Patrick's Day. Join the revellers by donning an Irish-themed outfit, sinking a Guinness or two and tucking into some hearty pub grub.

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Rosie O'Grady's, Northbridge
Northbridge
As Perth's original Irish pub, it's hard to resist when it comes to celebrating on March 17. Plenty of Irish ales are on tap, and on the day plenty of Irish-themed party animals are sure to be off tap.