Housing in Australia

In Australian cities and towns there are different kinds of housing ranging from small one bedroom apartments to large houses. The design of Australian houses has been influenced by many cultures. A typical house may be made of brick and have three bedrooms, a kitchen, a family or lounge room, a bathroom and a laundry. The bathroom usually has a shower and a bathtub, although
most adult Australians have showers, not baths. The toilet may be in a small separate room near the bathroom. In addition to houses, many Australians now
live in apartments. Tall blocks of apartments are common in large cities. Household kitchens normally include gas or electric stoves and ovens, refrigerators, storage cupboards and hot and cold running water. In most urban environments it is safe to drink and cook with water from household taps.

Never drink or cook with water from urban lakes and streams as it may be polluted.