SJT Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 When I recently went to the hairdressers once I had paid, I handed over a tip to the lady who had just done my hair and she seemed quite shocked. I presumed it was because the tip was not enough, but I had no other cash on me. When we tipped the removal men, again they were quite shocked. When my husband went to his barbers yesterday and asked about tipping, the hairdresser informed him that you don't tip in Oz. Is this true? It does not feel right not to tip, but I don't want to offend or be out of pocket if tips are not the norm. I know in the UK some wages are supplemented by the tips they receive ie in restaurants, cafes, hairdressers etc and it is something that we have always done. Any advice greatly appreciated. Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlaunay Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 The only time I might tip here is in a restaurant. Friends here have advised not to tip, it's not really the done thing but if tradies do a good job you might give them a slab or a bottle if it's a significant amount of work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest9824 Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 I always tip, if the service is good, I know it's not as expected here, but if I get good service, I tip. Some places don't even have a tipping jar etc....I guess the wages are good enough without the need to make the wage up with tips, that's my theory anyway.:smile2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJT Posted September 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 Thanks Portaunay and Peanuts that was very helpful. Have a good weekend. Sarah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abc Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 (edited) I don't tip my hairdresser, they charge enough as it is! Edited September 15, 2013 by abc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odies Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 quick answer, you don't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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