Yes, it was illegal to "hoard" (possess or transport over 50kg) potatoes in Western Australia under the 1946 Marketing of Potatoes Act, but this specific law was repealed in May 2021, so it's no longer an offence, though the legacy of the rule made it a famous "weird law". Before its repeal, individuals faced hefty fines for carrying more than 50kg of potatoes in their vehicle without being a licensed potato corporation member.
No. There is no general Australian law that makes mere possession of more than 50 kg of potatoes a criminal offence. Key points: No federal statute criminalises possession of a specified quantity of potatoes. Potatoes are ordinary agricultural produce; possession limits are not part of Commonwealth criminal law.
The sad news is you're going to need some brand new whimsical ambitions, because it's illegal to stockpile more than 50 kilograms of potatoes in Western Australia.
Is it illegal to transport more than 50 kg (110 lbs.) of potatoes in your car? This has to be one of the most archaic laws still in existence but, yes, up until May 2021 when it was repealed, if you were carrying more than 50kg of potatoes in your vehicle in Western Australia, you could have been breaking the law.
1. It is illegal to wear hot pink hot pants after midday on a Sunday. 2. It's an offence to possess 50kgs of potatoes in Western Australia.
Unless you're in Gotham City it's against the law to dress up as Batman or Robin. The jury is still out on whether that applies to riding around in a Batmobile as well? Fortune telling is against the law. You'd better think twice the next time you want to go and get your palm read.
Spitting in the street or on the footpath, or dropping rubbish while walking is considered to be bad manners. Speaking loudly in public places is also generally frowned upon, especially at a higher volume level than others in the same area, e.g. on public transport, walking down the street or in a restaurant.
Western Australia: It is an offence to be in possession of more than 50kg of potatoes in WA, unless you have purchased the potatoes from a grower or retailer authorised by the Potato Corporation. Police also have the power to stop and search a vehicle suspected of carrying more than 50kg of potatoes.
While most electrical work must be performed by a licensed professional, there are some minor tasks you can legally undertake yourself: Changing a light bulb. Fitting an electric wall oven but not connecting it. Installing a battery into a battery operated smoke alarm/detector.
The reason potatoes have been in short supply in recent months is due to a number of reasons, the first being the same adverse weather conditions that have been impacting Aussie crops for much of 2025.
Many many websites claim, without any kind of evidence to support it, that it is illegal to wear hot pink pants after midday on a Sunday in Victoria. There is, however, nothing we could find in the legislation – old or new – to indicate that this is fact. So you may wear your hot pink pants anytime you like!
Plants to Avoid Placing Near Potatoes Include:
The Constitution is the highest law in Australia. It defines the systems and rules for the government. It establishes our democratic form of government, guaranteeing the people the right to vote, and it provides the framework within which the government can operate.
From 1 January 2021, biosecurity officers will be able to issue infringement notices up to $2664 where travellers fail to declare potential high biosecurity risks (like uncanned meat or live plant material) when arriving at Australian international air and sea ports.
There are lots of countries that grow a tremendous number of potatoes, but China is responsible for more potatoes than any other country in the world. Typically, China produces close to 92 million metric tons of potatoes every year.
One thing you shouldn't leave without is a suitcase full of authentic Australia souvenirs you can't easily find anywhere else – Vegemite, MooGoo, Banksia aroma pods, and so many more!
In Australia, most states consider the sound of exceeding 55 decibels as excessive during nighttime (or past 10 pm). So, if you really need to use a vacuum cleaner at night, opt for a machine that generates around 50 dB to avoid disrupting people's rest.
Yes, interior LED lights are generally legal in Australia, but they must not distract the driver or mimic emergency vehicles (no flashing red/blue), and should be subtle enough not to reflect on the windscreen or obscure your vision, otherwise a police officer can fine you for careless driving. Key rules are no distraction, no red/blue flashing, appropriate brightness, and proper wiring.
Take care of pedestrians
keep to the left of the path unless it is impractical to do so.
From 1946 to 2021, it was illegal in Western Australia to drive a car with more than 50 kg of potatoes in it. Not totally true. However, as the Potato Marketing Corporation controlled supply, it was illegal to buy, sell or even possess more than 50kg ... and this is the important qualifier ... WITHOUT A LICENCE!
Australia has several weird laws, but some of the strangest include laws against wearing hot pink hot pants after midday on Sunday (Victoria), flying kites to annoy people (Victoria), or cleaning up seabird droppings without a license (WA). Other oddities are taxi cabs carrying hay (QLD), the strict rules around potatoes (WA until recently), and the ban on "no questions asked" reward ads.
Legislation. The offence of Offensive Language is contained in section 4A of the Summary Offenses Act 1988 which states: “A person must not use offensive language in or near, or within hearing from, a public place or a school.”
"Oy oy oy" in Australia is most famously part of the patriotic chant "Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi, Oi, Oi!" used at sporting events to show national pride, but "Oi" also functions as a general Australian informal interjection, like "hey" or "excuse me," to get someone's attention. The chant itself comes from the British "Oggy Oggy Oggy" cheer for Cornish pasties and became popular in Australia after the 2000 Olympics.
Men in Australia, if travelling alone, usually sit in the front seat next to the driver. For safety reasons it is better for women travelling alone to sit in the back seat. Taxis in Australia always use a meter. If the driver attempts to negotiate a fare with you, insist that they turn on the meter.
Bugger. (Noun/verb/adjective) A mild profanity that's also one of the most versatile words in Australian English. Exclamation; “Bugger! I dropped some more avo on myself.”