Bananas, mangoes and golden guitars: Why do Australians love Big Things?

Along the nation's highway, they are colossal, playful billboards that promote a regional town or area's primary industry and character.

Sun shining over the sign welcoming visitors to The Big Banana attraction in Coffs Harbour.

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June 11, 2026 | 5:19 P.M.

Australians love Big Things, be it a prawn, bogan, mango, banana, penguin, tractor, pineapple, peanut or koala.

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