Calling the Land Down Under: A Brit's Guide to Dialling Melbourne, Australia
So, you've decided to virtually waltz into the vibrant streets of Melbourne? Excellent choice! But before you can sip a flat white while ogling the Eureka Tower, there's a hurdle to jump – contacting your mates down under. Fear not, fellow Brit! This guide will have you navigating the phone lines like a champion boomerang thrower in no time.
 |
| How To Dial Melbourne Australia From Uk |
Step 1: Ditching the Fish and Chips for the Flag and the Emu
The first thing you need to ditch is the habit of dialling local numbers. We're going international, baby! Instead, you'll need the international dialling prefix for the UK, which is 00 (or + on a mobile). This is basically your passport for the phone world.
Step 2: Calling Captain Cook (Not Literally, That Would Be Weird)
Next up, we need the country code for Australia. Brace yourself, it's a corker – it's 61. Remember this number fondly, it's the key to unlocking conversations with your Aussie buddies.
Step 3: Melbourne Magic – The Area Code
Now, Australia is a vast country, and Melbourne has its own special dialling code: 3. Think of it as the secret handshake to enter Melbourne's metaphorical phone club.
Step 4: The Big Finale – The Actual Phone Number
Finally, the moment you've been waiting for! Dial the actual 8-digit phone number of your Melbourne mate. This will usually start with a 0 (but ditch that zero when dialling from the UK).
Tip: Slow down at important lists or bullet points.
Here's the magic formula all strung together:
00 (or +) + 61 + 3 + Melbourne phone number (8 digits)
For Example: Calling your mate Sharon at a funky bar on Flinders Street (phone number 03 9999 8888) would look like this:
00 61 3 9999 8888
QuickTip: Return to sections that felt unclear.
Top Tip: Save this special Melbourne number in your phone with a fun little label, like "Sharon - Aussie Adventure" – it'll make that call all the more exciting!
FAQ: Calling Melbourne Like a Boss
How to save money on international calls?
 |
There are many ways to save on international calls – voip services, calling apps, special phone packages. Explore your options and find the one that suits your budget best!
How to deal with the time difference?
Tip: Reading in chunks improves focus.
Melbourne is typically 10 or 11 hours ahead of the UK, depending on daylight saving time. So, that cheeky pub chat might have to be a breakfast catch-up for you!
How to avoid sounding like a confused tourist?
Brush up on some Aussie slang! Knowing a few words like "g'day" (hello), "fair dinkum" (really?) and "barbie" (barbecue) will make you sound like a true blue Aussie in no time.
How to avoid awkward silences?
Tip: Take your time with each sentence.
Prepare some conversation starters! Ask about the weather, their favourite Melbourne haunts, or if they've finally tamed that unruly quokka they adopted (just kidding... maybe).
How to end the call like a legend?
A simple "catch ya later" or "see ya soon" will do the trick. Bonus points for a cheeky "fair suck of the sav" (that's a bit harsh, but Aussies love it!).
 |
