Just a reminder to all about our politics policy   

Just a reminder to all about our politics policy   

    

Yeah, that's wild. Good to know though as I'll probably be travelling to Australia in the next couple of years as I have some family that lives there. In fact, I just gifted a Victorinox Manager to one of them -- hopefully they can carry the little thing. If not, it's great for travelling abroad.

It's all very confusing indeed, except that it never seems to actually go after violent criminals but perfectly peaceful, law-abiding people who just want some handy tools.

Be aware that sometimes Oz airport security checks are very thorough at picking up whatever you have on you (some of the x-ray checkers have eagle eyes, ask me how I know ....).

I had to go through the xray machine 4 times because my Palm pilot pen had fallen out and lodged itself in the bottom of my briefcase.

I had no idea what the problem was and when they found it I was stupefied.

The cops generally dont stop you and check you without reason......most times.

But if you are involved in any sort of trouble or even back answer a cop, they will search you.

On the whole though, there is not much to worry about.

Airports are very particular though, there is no wiggle room for error, and virtually nothing is allowed...even some nail clippers or nail files.

The stupid thing......You are given metal knives and forks with which to eat in business class?