Australians made their mark on TikTok in 2022, both at home and on a global stage.
The social media platform has released its year in review, identifying top trends, topics and creators.
Lee Hunter, general manager, TikTok Australia and New Zealand: "2022 was a year like no other, and we are so proud of the Aussies on TikTok who have shared their talents, their laughs and their life hacks with us all this year.
"Creators are at the heart of TikTok, and we're so excited to be able to celebrate them in our Year on TikTok 2022 lists, wrapping up the moments that defined Australian culture this year.
"From businesses finding new ways to reach their audiences, to creators around the country connecting within their diverse and unique communities, it has been another unforgettable Year on TikTok."
The videos that made up some of Australia's most memorable TikTok moments:
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1. @howridiculous - Extreme balloon popping, who knew?!
2. @swag.on.the.beat - How ya going, mate?
3. @katrina_ashleighh - What's so funny about a tortilla?
4. @robertirwin - Robert Irwin rescues one tiny but tough bloke.
And some of the popular trends and tutorials:
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1. @madsie.s - How to make a brownie in 45 seconds.
2. @drkarl - What happens when you hold in a fart? Dr Karl fills us in.
3. @coincollecting_detecting - Everything you need to know to spot a rare coin.
4. @nickkdempsey - Learn a bit more about life with quadriplegia.
5. @oneminmicro - What does tap water look like under a microscope? Find out!
And in Australia, creators put a local spin on these top tracks:
1. "L$d" - Luclover, @cas.___
2. "Ginseng Strip 2002" - Yung Lean, @chloebunny_
3. "About Damn Time" - Lizzo, @nathanlust
4. "As It Was" - Harry Styles, @emhodder
5. "Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)" - Kate Bush, @zach_mander
The artists who captured ears, and eyes, with the most video views:
1. @deanlewis - Dean Lewis had us in tears this year, with his hit How Do I Say Goodbye used in over 87,000 videos.
2. @peachprc - Peach PRC gives us an authentic look at life behind-the-scenes of TikTok's Aussie pop princess.
3. @thekidlaroi - The Kid LAROI has continued to dominate TikTok again this year, and has shown no signs of slowing down.
4. @clintonkane - Aussie singer-songwriter has taken the world by storm in 2022, and here he shows us how to make a song in one minute.
5. @joelsvnny - Joel Sunny gave us an RNB classic like we've never heard before. Mixing Chris Brown's Under The Influence with his incredible violin skills.
This year, we continued to push the boundaries of authentic self-expression on TikTok through a diverse array of creative and community effects, sounds, filters, and more.
Here are the TikTok trends made possible by its features in 2022. Australia
1. @jiembasands
2. @chloegaggi
Trending creators, celebrities and artists:
1. @andy_cooks - chef extraordinaire, sharing restaurant-quality recipes for the at-home cook.
2. @lukeandsassyscott - the most hilarious brothers on TikTok.
3. @unicewani - dancing and fashion, she does it all!
4. @howridiculous - eye popping stunts that will have you in disbelief... Don't try this at home.
5. @jimmyjan - giving us a lesson in staying positive despite your circumstances.
Favourite communities that have taken Australia by storm:
1. @pretty.bookish - A reading marathon is #BookTok at its finest!
2. @aussieacrebros - Taking #LawnTok to the next level.
3. @raintreeart - Incredible indigenous art from #aboriginaltiktok
4. @caiqueing.withus - A special welcome home after a hard day's work #PetsofTikTok
5. @goldenbrown.coffee - Never burn your milk again with a how-to from #CoffeeTok!
Popular #FoodTok videos and foodie trends:
1. @effectivespaces - Sushi in less than 30 seconds!
2. @musclehoney - Honey fresh off the comb.
3. @daenskitchen - Eggs and avocado, a match made in heaven.
4. @andy_cooks - DIY fish & chips, what more can you ask for.
5. @lukefalzon - How to live off the land, Bear Grylls eat your heart out!
Trends and videos that made us want to 'add to cart' this year:
1. @mymessymonster - Essential for the messy toddler in your life!
2. @theladcollective - A magnetised duvet cover... genuis!
3. @thelazydoor - Never be left hanging with the door ajar again.
4. @waggsandbone - Your pup will be travelling in style with this essential dog bed for your car.
5. @hangeasy - Say goodbye to a sore back from juggling the washing and peg baskets while hanging out your laundry.
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