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Originally Posted by Barnet Flame
I'm going to Melbourne for Christmas this Weekend. What is the convention there? I've been a few times before but never thought to ask before.
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No tipping. You will see tip jars and tip entry on debit machines and can tip if you want but it is not expected. The minimum wage here is pretty high and tipping is still considered a negative influence of American culture.
The only exceptions would be it is okay to round up (eg. give a cabbie $20 for a $19.50 ride) and I will provide a small tip if I receive exceptional service at a fancy restaurant or to a bell hop and valet at a 5 star hotel.