Cons: Slightly flighty, doesn't lay in the nesting box
I have always wanted an Australorp and decided to get when last year. I really like her, but I wouldn't get an Australorp again because she gets hen pecked by my other chickens. She is for sure at the bottom of the pecking order because she is so calm. A great quality, but not when you need to stand up for yourself! Because she gets hen pecked so much, she is now kind of scared of me, and if I approach to quickly she will run away. If you have smaller breeds the Australorp would be a great addition to your flock, but otherwise don't get for the chickens sake.
