These are an alternative to the usual Australia Day flag-waving parties, but also good for any time of the year.
Here are some Aussie Icon ideas but once you start thinking about them, there are lots more. Don't forget to practice the voices and cliched lines.
Australian TV / Comedy Characters
Dame Edna is the obvious one, or extend it to all of the Barry Mackenzie cast with Bazza himself, Les Patterson, Madge.
Norman Gunston (the Little Aussie Bleeder) you need a comb over and some toilet paper
Kath & Kim
Australian Politicians. The wigs for Julia, the budgie smugglers for Tony Abbott… Think of your favourite, and least favourite, politicians – at any level of government, current or old-timers.
Australian Music, Musicians and Bands
70's Bands. Don't forget at least one Molly Meldrum
Bee Gees – all those costumes and hairstyles and songs
Australian Films – not necessarily your favourite or the best films, think of the films that offer the best characters, props, music or games.
Priscilla Queen of the Desert – everything from the drag queens to the outback Aussie's in their singlets.
Mad Max!
Crocodile Dundee
Strictly Ballroom
Aussie Cliches – you've got a lot of freedom to expose your prejudices here
The Aussie Bloke and Sheila
Lifesavers, Surfers and Beach Girls.
Footballers and other sports “personalities”
Aussie Icon Party Costumes, Gifts & Prizes
Wigs, glasses, accessories and maybe a bit of make-up are often all you need – unless you want to go all out and have a Priscilla Party.
Costumes.com.au is based in Melbourne and delivers costumes and accessories (including shoes, hats, wigs, party supplies and more) with flat rate delivery Australia-wide. Options for same day to Melbourne metro, order online and pick up from their warehouse in Kilsyth, Victoria. Start with their Australia Day theme costumes
Costume Box – Thousands of fancy dress costumes, wigs, hats, accessories and masks. Most costumes dispatched within 24 hours. All costumes displayed are in stock. See costumes, face paints, wigs and hats with an Australian theme.
See also green party and gold party for green and gold costumes, body paint, party goods, etc.
Australian Flag Spatula A truly essential BBQ tool for this summer and Australia Day, this spatula will leave you feeling patriotic and a little proud. Perfect for Christmas down at the public beach BBQ or under the patio at home on a stormy summer’s night. Unlike other common novelty utensils the Australian Flag Spatula features a sturdy natural wooden handle and quality stainless steel spatula for flipping. The Spatula measures at 43cm x 9cm, with a long handle to ensure minimum heat when turning snags and flipping patties. An ideal gift for dad for father’s day or as a gift under the tree at Christmas. Take advantage of our free delivery for orders over $99, simply organise all your gifts at once and have them delivered to you Australia-wide. from Gifts Australia
“Cheers Mate” Bottle Opener With Sound A gift for his bar, a gift worthy of any celebration, the "Cheers Mate" Bottle Opener With Sound is the perfect accessory to get the party started. This stainless steel bottle opener features fun phrases like 'You Beauty' so that with every drink a little bit of Aussie-slang sounds out. A great gift for Christmas for men who love a cold beer and a quirky Kris Kringle gift idea for the office, the "Cheers Mate" Bottle Opener With Sound uses 3 x AG13 Batteries (supplied). Please note that button batteries can pose a danger to children if swallowed and this product should be kept out of reach of children. from Gifts Australia
Australian Flag or CapeNylon Auatralian flag that can be worn as a cape, 90cm x 150cm. Velcro fastenings. Adult Halloween Costume Idea from Costumes.com.au
Flip Flop Thong Adult CostumePerfect funny adult costume for a beach bum! Get your partner one too and go as a pair! Includes:One (1) over the head poly-foam tunic shaped like supersized green and blue flip flop Does not include sunglasses, undershirt, pants, or shoes. One size fits most (up to 6'3″). INCLUDES ONE COSTUME ONLY. Adult Halloween Costume Idea from Costumes.com.au
Wooden Happy Koala Bobbler Wooden Happy Koala Bobbler. Wooderful Life. Add some fun to your desktop with this Wooden Happy Koala Bobbler! Featuring a cute smile and a wobbly head, your koala friend sit happily atop a log. He's been hand-crafted and painted, and makes a great Aussie souvenir for animal lovers! from Coolthings.com.au
