Can you share some true Australia ghost stories?

Yes, like the story of the Junee Lunatic Asylum. It has a reputation for being haunted. People have claimed to see the ghosts of former patients and staff. There are reports of voices, cold drafts, and things moving on their own. The asylum's history of housing the mentally ill, some of whom had tragic fates, may be a reason for these hauntings.

Australia ghost stories frequently incorporate elements of the unique Australian landscape. Some might be set in the Outback, where the vast and desolate environment can add to the sense of mystery. Another characteristic is that they often have a connection to Aboriginal spirituality in some cases. There may be stories where the spirits of Aboriginal ancestors are part of the ghostly lore. And, of course, there are tales of haunted buildings, with stories of haunted hotels and asylums being quite prevalent.

My sister told me about her encounter. She was walking in an old cemetery at dusk for some photography. As she was focusing on a particularly old tombstone, she heard a soft whisper in her ear. It was a voice she couldn't recognize, saying something she couldn't quite make out. Then, she felt a cold breeze sweep past her even though there was no wind before. She quickly packed up her things and left. She believes it was a ghost trying to communicate.

Maybe. Some could be based on real experiences that they've had or heard from others. But they might also be exaggerated for entertainment purposes.

I once had an experience in an old, abandoned house. I heard strange creaking noises as if someone was walking on the floorboards above me, but I was on the top floor. It sent shivers down my spine. I quickly left that place and never went back.

One time, I was in a very old library. It was late at night and I was the only one there. All of a sudden, I heard pages turning on their own. I looked around but there was no one. Then, I saw a book float off the shelf for a second and then drop. It was so strange. I'm convinced it was something paranormal.

The Fremantle Prison ghosts are quite famous. The prison has a long and dark history. People report seeing shadowy figures in the hallways and cells. It's a place filled with the energy of the past inmates and the guards. Maybe the strong emotions of fear, anger, and despair from the prison days still exist there in some form.

One famous Australian ghost story is that of the Monte Cristo Homestead in NSW. It is said to be haunted by the ghosts of former residents. There are reports of strange noises, apparitions, and cold spots. Another is the Port Arthur Historic Site in Tasmania, where the spirits of convicts are rumored to roam, given the site's dark history of penal settlement.

There is a couple who were sponsored by an Australian employer. The husband was a chef with years of experience. The employer recognized his skills and decided to sponsor them. They had to go through a series of medical and background checks. But with their determination and the employer's help, they managed to get their Permanent Residency. Now they are running their own small restaurant in Australia, living their dream life.

I haven't read every single story in '2013 true ghost stories' in great detail. However, some typical elements in such collections could be apparitions that seem to appear out of nowhere. For example, a story might tell of a person who was alone in an old building and suddenly felt a cold breeze and saw a figure that disappeared as quickly as it came. Another common theme could be objects moving on their own, like a book flying off a shelf without any obvious cause.