Why Australians are calling this beach habit ‘un-Australian’: And why you should care
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A new beach trend is making waves across Australia, sparking frustration among locals and tourists alike.
What began as a simple convenience has quickly turned into a controversy, with many questioning the entitlement behind it.
The actions of a few are now raising concerns about the values that have long been associated with Aussie beach culture.
A trend that’s been taking over Australian beaches has left many beachgoers fuming.
This new practice involves leaving expensive beach cabanas overnight to secure the best spots on the sand for the following day.
While this may seem harmless to some, others have called it out as selfish and un-Australian.
Beach cabanas, often seen as a luxury addition to a summer day, have become the latest tool for beachgoers to mark their territory.
This bizarre act has been reported in Noosa’s Main Beach.
A couple, Michael and Emily, arrived early one morning only to find several cabanas already set up by the shore—abandoned and unoccupied.
'We got to the beach around 9:00 am and left at 11:30 am and they were empty the whole time,' Emily shared.
'Prime position! So selfish. Cabanas are controversial at the best of times but at least use them mindfully.'
‘I thought “how un-Australian!” Next time I see an empty cabana reserving a spot on the beach, I’m going to take it home and leave a note saying “thanks mate!”' added Michael.
This practice has sparked a lot of debate, with many parents expressing their dismay at what they see as entitled behaviour.
One mum slammed: 'JFC get a life. Can you not deal with ever not getting your way or things going perfectly according to your silly standards?'
Another woman found the whole thing perplexing, stating: 'Even though I still think it's an entitled thing to do, at least with towels on hotel pool chairs I understand the end goal.’
‘I just don’t get marking your territory with a cabana. It’s not like the beach will run out of space or anything?'
The controversy doesn't end with the cabanas.
A similar trend involving parkgoers in Wollongong saw people wrapping shaded park huts in cling wrap to save spots.
These behaviours have been widely criticised as selfish and inconsiderate, leading to plenty of outrage from the community.
One local expressed their frustration, calling the people involved 'morons.'
The phenomenon of reserving beach and park spaces with expensive accessories has left many Australians shaking their heads, wondering where the line will be drawn next.
In a previous story, we discussed how some beachgoers are using Glad Wrap to claim public gazebos and cabanas at the beach.
This unusual practice has become so common that the local council has stepped in.
Read the full story here.
Has this behaviour gone too far? Is it just part of the modern beach culture?
Share your thoughts in the comments below!
What began as a simple convenience has quickly turned into a controversy, with many questioning the entitlement behind it.
The actions of a few are now raising concerns about the values that have long been associated with Aussie beach culture.
A trend that’s been taking over Australian beaches has left many beachgoers fuming.
This new practice involves leaving expensive beach cabanas overnight to secure the best spots on the sand for the following day.
While this may seem harmless to some, others have called it out as selfish and un-Australian.
Beachgoers divided over cabanas left overnight to reserve spots. Image source: Instagram/@coolcabanas
Beach cabanas, often seen as a luxury addition to a summer day, have become the latest tool for beachgoers to mark their territory.
This bizarre act has been reported in Noosa’s Main Beach.
A couple, Michael and Emily, arrived early one morning only to find several cabanas already set up by the shore—abandoned and unoccupied.
'We got to the beach around 9:00 am and left at 11:30 am and they were empty the whole time,' Emily shared.
'Prime position! So selfish. Cabanas are controversial at the best of times but at least use them mindfully.'
‘I thought “how un-Australian!” Next time I see an empty cabana reserving a spot on the beach, I’m going to take it home and leave a note saying “thanks mate!”' added Michael.
This practice has sparked a lot of debate, with many parents expressing their dismay at what they see as entitled behaviour.
One mum slammed: 'JFC get a life. Can you not deal with ever not getting your way or things going perfectly according to your silly standards?'
Another woman found the whole thing perplexing, stating: 'Even though I still think it's an entitled thing to do, at least with towels on hotel pool chairs I understand the end goal.’
‘I just don’t get marking your territory with a cabana. It’s not like the beach will run out of space or anything?'
The controversy doesn't end with the cabanas.
A similar trend involving parkgoers in Wollongong saw people wrapping shaded park huts in cling wrap to save spots.
These behaviours have been widely criticised as selfish and inconsiderate, leading to plenty of outrage from the community.
One local expressed their frustration, calling the people involved 'morons.'
The phenomenon of reserving beach and park spaces with expensive accessories has left many Australians shaking their heads, wondering where the line will be drawn next.
In a previous story, we discussed how some beachgoers are using Glad Wrap to claim public gazebos and cabanas at the beach.
This unusual practice has become so common that the local council has stepped in.
Read the full story here.
Has this behaviour gone too far? Is it just part of the modern beach culture?
Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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