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Platypus Express

Platypus Express

The Word is Out

Australia is THE place to travel, study and work - just ask 3 very patriotic natives who are on the road on a coach bus - The Platypus Express - to spread the word. These guys are going to U.S. universities for 6 weeks to tell students about going to the Land Down Under. They're also registering students to win 2 (two) airline tickets to Australia!

Who ARE these guys?

The "messengers" are mates who have traveled around the U.S. and/or studied here so they're confident they know how to pursuade American students to consider Australia as a destination.

What's with the name "Platypus Express"?

Platypus: a uniquely Australian mammal that is often-overlooked due to the popularity of the kangaroo and the koala. Similarly, Australia can often be over-looked as a destination for studying, working and traveling due to the popularity of the UK and Europe.

Express: speed with which the guys are spreading their message.

Where are they going?

The Platypus Express is stopping at universities up and down the Pacific Coast in California, Oregon and Washington.

How can I find out more?

You'll find the full itinerary, more information about these guys, and sweepstakes details by clicking the orange button.

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