[hlurhhh]

They're not being rude, that's how it is - speaking as someone from AU.

We have lockout laws preventing us from entering drinking establishments after 1am (no shots after midnight!) because we cannot handle our booze, so do you think we can handle Math?? AND ENCRYPTION???

It's a nanny state. OP is correct. Don't call people nob ends, no need to be rude.

[lazyasciiart]

The other commenter is also clearly from Australia, using “they” about idiot politicians.

[tokyodude]

San Francisco and NYC have these too. SF (California) no drinks after 2am. NYC is 4am.

[icanhackit]

I'm not arguing with your point that Australia is a nanny state, but for clarification...

> We have lockout laws preventing us from entering drinking establishments after 1am

Currently for a large section of the Sydney CBD and inner suburbs encompassing Kings Cross new entrants to venues are blocked after 1:30am and last drinks are 3am. This does not apply to areas of the City of Sydney like Surry Hills or Newtown, which can remain open all night. I believe the trading hours for licensed premises have been recently relaxed by City of Sydney to areas including Glebe, however I'm not 100% on that.

Still, it's pretty sad as Sydney's nightlife, particularly in Kings Cross, was a big draw-card for younger visitors and residents alike.