This guide is aimed at backpackers (Australia edition), you're under more of the main concerns for your safety when traveling.
Emergency
In Australia, direct dial 000 for all emergencies (fire, ambulance, police). Buying a local SIM card when you arrive so you always have access to the emergency phone.
Personal Safety
In general, Australia is a very safe country to live andTravel. But beware, as with any unfamiliar place, the surroundings and use common sense.
With a backpack, your biggest threat probable loss of personal belongings. When sharing accommodation in hostels or store your bag in a mobile home, personal belongings at risk.
To protect your home during your stay in hostels Australia, bolts, some piece of mind. Take hostel lockers and / or locking the hinges on theBags to protect against theft.
Keep valuables hidden if you park your car. If possible, always have your important documents (passport, credit cards) or leave them in a safe at the reception of your accommodation.
Health Insurance
International health insurance is a must when traveling outside their country. Make sure the lid is the jump to the activities that backpackers tend to do, including skiing and bungee jumping.Australia has a large hospitals, but can be expensive if you're not prepared enough!
Hitch
In the past, was hitchhiking is very common in Australia and New Zealand, the majority leader now officially discouraged. Personally, I hitchhiked and known others who have done the same, with varying success. Do so at your own risk.
I met a German couple, all from a driver who had stolen in the halvedNowhere. He moved with their backpacks in the trunk, so the couple with only the clothes on his back.
Sun protection
There is a reason why so many Australians wear sun hats: Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer worldwide. Slip on a shirt with long sleeves and wide brimmed hat, sunscreen liberally, and try to stay in the shade during the hottest hours of the day.
Swimming
Try bathing only in secure areas that are marked.Australia has some nasty tides that even the most experienced swimmers can pull a surprise. There are also poisonous jellyfish from October to May in northern Australia. Only swim in protected cages this time of year.
shark attacks are extremely rare, despite all the media attention given to them.
Vaccinations
Normally, no vaccinations before it needs from Australia. If you are from an area infected with yellow fever, you need aVaccination within six days before arriving in Australia.