Thats not the Australian dream Noobs, nor is it only Australian culture.
it may not be only Australian culture, but it definately is the accepted culture in Australia, and its a poor thing to be proud about...
i'm not against having the occasional drink to celebrate something special, but i'm not for getting totally sloshed and spending a weeks wages on alcohol for a few hours of good fun, that you will barely remember in the morning. that to me is just plain stupid...
i also believe if you need to drink to have a good time, then you are one boring mofo that lives a sad existence.. and i will probably offend lots of people saying that, but if you arent content with yourself and the company you keep that you need to drink to enjoy it.. then obviously there is a problem there..
oh and Oli, i have done just fine not drinking in a corporate environment... it doesnt make a difference...