Australian Politics Forum - Aussies in Russia

tallowood Gold Member Offline Израиль Навсегда Posts: 7785 Gender:	Aussies in Russia Dec 14^th, 2025 at 6:19pm Quote: Jun 13, 2021 About Us \| WHAT IS AN AUSTRALIAN FAMILY DOING IN SIBERIA RUSSIA???
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Jasin Gold Member Offline Posts: 56770 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #1 - Dec 15^th, 2025 at 6:26am Reckon there's a lot of Australians living in Russia, especially miners. Just as there are many Russians living here.
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Reply #2 - Dec 15^th, 2025 at 1:24pm

Jasin wrote on Dec 15^th, 2025 at 6:26am:

Reckon there's a lot of Australians living in Russia, especially miners.
Just as there are many Russians living here.

I haven't heard about Australian miners in Russia but won't be surprised if there are some.
As for Russians in Australia, yes, there have been quiet a few.
One of the more remarkable was "Russian Jack".

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Ivan Fredericks, a Russian sailor from Archangelsk, migrated to Western Australia in 1886 and decided to go prospecting in the Kimberley Region. He was noted for his enormous height and stamina as well as his friendly nature and concern for others. Within a few years Ivan Fredericks became known to the people of the Outback as “ Russian Jack” and was easily recognised by his homemade wheel barrow loaded with all his worldly possessions which never left his presence.

“Russian Jack “ epitomised the mateship of the early settlers and miners and earned himself a place in Australian history when he walked off his gold claim to assist an injured miner and carried him in his wheel barrow 300 kilometres to the nearest doctor. Many other acts of Christian charity have been attributed to this gentle giant. In Hall’s Creek a monument was erected in tribute to “Russian Jack” by the local community.

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Reply #3 - Dec 15^th, 2025 at 5:40pm

Anyway, I started this thread to show the difference how Australians who travel to Russia for whatever reason see reality in comparison to those who base their fantasies on fake news media.

So here is another case
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My thoughts on Russia after 1 month of being here.
Does Russia look strange or feel unsafe to an Australian?
What does life look like here and has the perception changed after 1 month?

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Reply #4 - Dec 16^th, 2025 at 1:04pm

Another Aussie, another story, the same place.

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Five years ago, I left Australia and moved to Russia — and it completely changed my life. 🇦🇺➡️🇷🇺

In this video, I share why I moved to Russia and what life in a Russian eco-village is really like — from building our off-grid homestead and growing food to raising our family close to nature. If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping the city, living simply, and finding real freedom, this story will inspire you to see life differently.

You’ll discover what daily life in Russia is actually like, how we built our home by hand, and why this move brought us more peace, purpose, and connection than we ever imagined.

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Reply #5 - Dec 18^th, 2025 at 11:41am

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We’re Natasha and Patrick — a couple from Australia now living in Moscow.

On this channel we share honest, cinematic stories about the real Russia: everyday life, travel, culture, and the people we meet. We try to capture the authentic moments that make living here meaningful.

First week living in Moscow! Australians see snow for the first time!

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Jasin Gold Member Offline Posts: 56770 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #6 - Dec 18^th, 2025 at 8:07pm Reckon Tourism Australia and Russia could capitalise on hot Outback Australians having a holiday in Siberia and Siberian Russians experiencing a holiday in the Outback.
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Reply #7 - Dec 19^th, 2025 at 10:57am

Jasin wrote on Dec 18^th, 2025 at 8:07pm:

Reckon Tourism Australia and Russia could capitalise on hot Outback Australians having a holiday in Siberia and Siberian Russians experiencing a holiday in the Outback.

There were two twenty-year-old Australians who travelled for fourteen months on recumbent bicycles from Russia, across Siberia and Mongolia in early 2000s. They made Full-length film about the journey but it isn't available on internet any longer.
Only short summary here

You also can get their book
https://www.amazon.com.au/Off-Rails-Bicycle-Siberia-Mongolia/dp/1408852551

As for Russians experiencing the Outback - I've been there and done that for 15 years starting in north western Australia some 400km south east from Onslow in summer time looking for uranium on subcontract for French company.

When temperature 54C in shade and there is no shade.

Tim Cope, Chris Hatherly and I have done it hard way but "What does not kill us make us stronger".

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Reply #8 - Dec 21^st, 2025 at 10:00am

Australian couple holidaying in Siberia easy way.

Swimming in Outdoor Pool in -30°C, Explore Russian Village & New Hotel!

Natasha and Patric are trying to learn Russian language so here is Natasha's transcript in English:
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Feb 22, 2025
This is the final video from our incredible journey to Altai, and what a trip it has been! The location where we stayed was absolutely stunning—the hotel was lovely, and the pool, in particular, was incredibly relaxing. One thing I’ve observed about Russians, in general, is how quiet and reserved they are in public spaces. It’s rare to hear someone speaking loudly, and when it does happen, it really stands out. This sense of calm extended to the resort as well, where even with several guests around, the atmosphere remained peaceful and serene.

What continues to amaze me about Russia is the incredible hospitality. The kindness and generosity of the people here are unmatched—they will give up their own bed for a guest, cook endless meals, and fulfill any request without hesitation. I’ve truly felt welcomed in every way. After a week of indulging in home-cooked meals and an unreasonable amount of desserts (because saying no isn’t an option here!), I knew it was time to get back on track. Thankfully, I have Patrick to keep me accountable! As a personal trainer, he always knows how to reset my routine and get me feeling healthy again—sometimes before I even realize I need it. Which is exactly what I needed after this trip.

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Jasin Gold Member Offline Posts: 56770 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #9 - Dec 21^st, 2025 at 1:49pm I know one thing. We need more Russian women here.
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Jasin Gold Member Offline Posts: 56770 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #10 - Dec 21^st, 2025 at 1:53pm An outback of dry fawn grass, red dirt and termite mounds. With 47C heat the only respite is to be like a termite and dig baby dog.
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tallowood Gold Member Offline Израиль Навсегда Posts: 7785 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #11 - Dec 22^nd, 2025 at 10:58am Quote: How does it feel to walk through the centre of Moscow in December, after the first snowfall of Winter? Join me as I walk through the world-famous Moscow Christmas Markets in Red Square.
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tallowood Gold Member Offline Израиль Навсегда Posts: 7785 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #12 - Dec 24^th, 2025 at 12:09pm Rhod Mackenzie looks at the decree that allows chrisitians in the West to obtain residence in Russia and escape from the neo liberal policies that mock christianity and its values.
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tallowood Gold Member Offline Израиль Навсегда Posts: 7785 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #13 - Dec 27^th, 2025 at 10:09am "Journey Of Azz" and "Aussie Spy" taste pies in "New Zealand Bakery" in StPetersburg. Quote: 0:00 Intro 1:20 New Zealand Bakery 5:08 Pie Tasting 11:52 Final Thoughts 14:24 Stopping at Red Dragon 17:05 Russian Bakery
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tallowood Gold Member Offline Израиль Навсегда Posts: 7785 Gender:	Re: Aussies in Russia Reply #14 - Dec 27^th, 2025 at 11:09am Russel tastes Australian meat pies in Moscow for comparison (@29.20)
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