Knew a couple Maltese guys from school (still interested in why Australia attracted such a large flow of Maltese immigrants tbh) so I know a little bit secondhand about the culture and interesting politics. Always sounded comically polarised, though the uncaring almost accepting attitude for corruption felt rather familiar as a Sydneysider!
The electoral system is basically identical to Tasmania/ACT (only apparent difference is lacking the Robson Rotation poor souls) which is nice and familiar. Such a shame no one else bar the Irish plump for the excitement of STV elections.
I knew a Maltese-Australian (here in the USA). He told me the reason, but I don't remember what it was. Something to do with one of the world wars, I think?
Great signature, by the way. That flag is a classic.
