Magpie swooping, Footy Finals, Festivals: What you need to know about the Spring season in Australia

In this episode of Usap Tayo, learn why spring in Australia starts on September 1 and discover the unique activities that define this vibrant season, from blooming flowers to sports and daylight saving.

The spring season starts on September 1 in Australia. Credit: Daniel Deleña and Nikhar Budhadev

Key Points

• Spring brings Australia’s iconic magpie swooping season, vibrant flower blooms celebrated in festivals, and the rise of hay fever due to pollen.
• It's the peak of sporting excitement with AFL and NRL finals, the beginning of cricket season, and major events like the Sydney Marathon.
• Most Australian states move their clocks forward in October, sparking the yearly debate about its effects.

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Magpie swooping, Footy Finals, Festivals: Mga dapat mong malaman sa Spring season ng Australia

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