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Student Life

Australian student life will be, to put it mildly, stimulating. Life can be exciting (and expensive) if you plan to study in a large city like Melbourne, Sydney, or Adelaide. You will require a lot of information and assistance once you arrive in Australia regarding daily life. Here are some tips to help you live a simpler life.

Banking

Australia’s banking industry is highly competitive, with more than 20 domestic and numerous foreign banking organisations.

The following four big banks:

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Link to ANZ Bank

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Link to Commonwealth Bank

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Link to National Australia Bank

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The Westpac Bank website

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Working Hours

On Monday through Friday, regular business hours are 9.30 am to 4 pm. Certain banking facilities in several states are open on Saturday mornings.

Transportation

Australia has an excellent nationwide transportation system. For students and travellers, there are inexpensive, highly effective bus, rail, and air services available. There are also miles-long highways that wind through stretches of beautiful, open countryside.

Ferries, Trains and Buses

Excellent local bus, train, and ferry networks are available inside the cities, and the timetables are simple to use to determine when and what bus number to take to get where you need to go. You can purchase inexpensive weekly or monthly passes; but, international students are not permitted to apply for student travel concession cards, per government laws.
The city is simple to navigate, and there are numerous offices where you may inquire about timetables and directions to various locations. Australians are very helpful and will frequently assist you if you appear lost or unsure of your destination. For schedule details or online information, dial 131500.

Jobs

Finding a work, either part-time or full-time, depending on the type of visa you hold, is for many people one of the top considerations after arriving in Australia. For some of you, this may be part-time work, such as becoming a server or waitress in a café or restaurant. For others, you may want to use your office skills in Australia.

Outside The Street

You are able to work for yourself! Sometimes the best course of action is the direct approach, especially if you’re searching for employment in the hospitality sector. The best method to demonstrate your ability to sell yourself to potential employers is to stroll in off the street and ask for a job. You can still apply even if the restaurant isn’t advertising for jobs; if you’re lucky, the manager might be getting ready to post a job listing, and if they like the way you appear, they might even hire you right away. If not, they might keep your information and take you into account when the next opening occurs. Approach bosses without fear; they frequently prefer to hire temporary workers in

Newspapers

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Australia: Sydney Morning Herald, New South Wales

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Territory of the Australian Capital LINK: The Canberra Times

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LINK: The Courier Mail, Queensland

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Arctic Territory The Northern Territory News, link

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LINK: The Adelaide Advertiser, South Australia

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HYPERLINK: The Age Victoria

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HYPERLINK "The Mercury"

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Widespread Australia LINK: The Australian

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Web-Based Job Search

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Job-Search engine SEEK

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Job Search Engine, in fact

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A job search engine for my career

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Career Search Career Search Engine

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Job-search tool for Career One

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Employed Job Search via Simply Hired

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Jobs Jobs Career Search Engine

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Job Search Engine on Job Net

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Career Jet's job search tool

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Work environment Job−Search−Engine

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Outside The Street

You are able to work for yourself! Sometimes the best course of action is the direct approach, especially if you’re searching for employment in the hospitality sector. The best method to demonstrate your ability to sell yourself to potential employers is to stroll in off the street and ask for a job. You can still apply even if the restaurant isn’t advertising for jobs; if you’re lucky, the manager might be getting ready to post a job listing, and if they like the way you appear, they might even hire you right away. If not, they might keep your information and take you into account when the next opening occurs. Approach bosses without fear; they frequently prefer to hire temporary workers in

Tips

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Do not forget to obtain a tax filing number.

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Utilizing your tax file number, complete the tax declaration form that was sent to you by your employer.

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Ask your employer about the hourly pay rates and the Award you will be covered by before accepting the role. Ask if you will be paid weekly, biweekly, or monthly as well as whether your paycheck will be deposited straight into your bank account or delivered to you in cash.

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Make sure you know exactly what the conditions of your employment are so that you don't take on a job that will not give you what you want.

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Make sure a job agency doesn't take advantage of you. If they're charging you a lot of money to get work, make sure that this will guarantee job before you pay and that this isn't just one day's worth of work that won't even cover the agency's fee!

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Be persistent and endure; even if you don't land the job on your first try, you'll find employment if you maintain your resolve, positivity, and focus. Don't quit up after the first day of looking; understand that finding a job takes time, and that you might not enjoy your first position; instead, persevere through it until you either find another position or the working conditions are so poor that you are unable to continue for even one minute.

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Networking: Discuss your job search with as many other students and travellers as you can. Occasionally, a backpacker who is ready to embark on a trip will be willing to give you their employment in exchange for their departure. It always pays to ask people what kind of work they do and if they are aware of any openings in the restaurant, hotel, or other place they are employed.

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Take advantage of the opportunity to get experience through unpaid labour if you can afford it. You can include it on your CV, and it will provide you with priceless experience that will help you in the future.

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Accommodation

Living in Australia is fantastic. Because landlords and real estate professionals are required by law to make sure that homes are safe and secure and that renters have appropriate access to water and electricity, the standard of housing is high. The majority of Australians reside 50 kilometres from the shore, many in homes, apartments, and condos with gardens, close proximity to parks and retail areas, and easy access to public transportation.

If you’re on a tight budget, there are numerous options for lodging, with the following being the most prevalent:

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Stay at home

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Traveler hostels

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Rooms and Homes for Rent (or share houses)

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Residence Halls at Universities

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College Apartments

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College Apartments

During your studies, you as an international student would stay with a local family as part of a home stay. This is a wonderful chance to practise your English, gain insight into an Australian family’s daily lives, and learn more about Australian culture. You will be treated like a member of the family and participate in family activities, frequently doing your own laundry and cleaning! You can decide to buy your own food, which would cost more, or you can decide to eat every meal as a family.

Depending on where in Australia you are, the average weekly cost varies, however in Sydney, for instance, the cost

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Full-board (breakfast and dinner given Monday to Friday, all meals at the weekend) (breakfast and dinner provided Monday to Friday, all meals at the weekend) between $220 and $240 a week

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Part-board (you are responsible for your own meals) (you are responsible for your own meals) between $120 and $140 per week.

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Traveler Hostels

The majority of travellers opt to stay in a backpacker hostel, which is often found in the heart of every Australian city. Typically, you will share a dormitory with 6 to 10 other people, including both guys and ladies. Facilities for the kitchen and bathrooms are also shared. The typical nightly rate in major cities is $22, but rates on the East and West Coasts often range from $18 to $20. Although the quality of backpackers differs from location to location (and even street to street! ), they are becoming increasingly sophisticated and accommodating, offering internet cafés, travel and career centres, as well as a high level of cleanliness and security everywhere. Some of the bigger hostels give visitors and backpackers who plan to stay special discounts.

Shared Rooms in Houses and Rented Homes

Renting a house or a room in a house is perhaps the most common choice for both backpackers and students who are living in one location for an extended period of time. You can come and go as you like, prepare your own meals, and live your life without having to follow anybody else’s restrictions thanks to this.

Renting a home with friends who are also students or backpackers is referred to as a share house, and it is one of the finest methods to save money. Then, you and your roommates can split the bills and cleaning expenses, and if required, pool your funds to purchase furniture.

There are numerous options to locate shared housing, including notice boards at hostels, national media, and

Websites for Co-operative Housing

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Campus Housing

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Flat Partners

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A place to stay Australia

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Australia hotels

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Vacation Accommodation

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Advice On Renting

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If you don't have a car, are local stores and transportation accessible on foot, and is the neighbourhood safe? Is the cost inside your weekly spending plan?

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Be ready to set aside money in your budget for a bond and the first four weeks of rent.

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How many additional individuals will you be living there?

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Choose your sharing partners wisely! Before signing a lease and/or paying a bond, make sure you get along well with your potential housemates and discuss whether studying in the evenings is preferable to dancing until 3am.

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If you intend to use the facilities for studying, make sure they are tidy and that there is space for a bed and a desk.

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Residence Halls at Universities

Only full-time students are permitted to live in university residence halls, which are managed by the institutions. They provide student services, are close to the institution (sometimes only a short walk away), and allow you the chance to live with other students, many of whom are also international. You do have your own bedroom, but you frequently have to share the kitchen, laundry, and recreation spaces. Halls of residence include shared kitchen facilities so you can prepare your own meals or full board, which includes three meals a day in a dining area. You must formally apply to the institution in advance, and you will typically be required to pay a fee up front. Residence halls will frequently

College Apartments

Postgraduate students, visiting academics, and married students are typically the only ones allowed to rent university apartments. Typically, they are fully equipped and self-contained.

Expense of Living

A single student may comfortably live in Sydney on between $9,000 and $11,000 a year. This covers things like rent, food, transportation costs locally, telephone, gas and electricity, school supplies, clothing, and entertainment. The average weekly grocery expense is $55 per person. These expenses do not cover flights and your school’s tuition. Always check the currency rate because changes could have an impact on your spending plan.

Students must at the very least set aside money for their tuition, living costs, return airfares, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).

You can get a sense of how these prices compare with those for comparable things in your nation by looking at the list of typical expenses that follows. Australian dollars are used for all prices:

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Flats / Apartments: 1 bedroom $150 to $250 weekly

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Flats / Apartments: 2 bedrooms $180 to $300 weekly

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Two to three bedrooms $250 - $550

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Films: $14

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Dinner Out: $30+

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Food delivered: $10 to $17

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$2.50 for a cup of coffee or tea.

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$5 to $10 for fast food (McDonald's, Burger King, and KFC).

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Shared-house room $100 to $200 weekly

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Save Money

Life doesn’t have to be boring just because you are on a budget! Australia is a great place to live on a budget because of the wonderful scenery and beaches it offers, all free of charge! Australia affords a lower cost of living than many other Western countries whilst maintaining a great quality of life.

 

1. Local shops

 

Visit the fruit and vegetable market in your neighbourhood, which also sells dairy, meat, and fish. Particularly if you go near to the end of the day (often between 5 and 6 pm), when market vendors are attempting to get rid of their fresh goods at discounted prices, you can obtain fantastic deals. Both students and travellers can benefit greatly from locations like Paddy’s markets, which is located in Sydney’s Chinatown neighbourhood. On Thursdays and Fridays, as well as the weekends, these markets are typically open. Or, to find the market closest to you, look through the classifieds in your neighbourhood newspaper.

 

Shops 2.OP

 

These stores sell used clothing, furniture, books, and a variety of other helpful “bits and pieces.” Examples include St. Vincent de Paul’s and other charity stores; the products you purchase there are donated, and the proceeds benefit a good cause. Visit the second-hand stores in wealthy neighbourhoods. The Salvation Army in Australia Central Gateway for Salvation Army facilities in the many states of Australia is one of the well-known second-hand shops.

Third: Salvation Army

Salvation Army website

4. Cheap movie nights

Tuesday is a discounted movie night. Since tickets are practically half off, this is the greatest night to see the newest film! For the finest seats, arrive early.

5.Discount meals and happy hour

Cities often have lunch specials at many eateries, and happy hour, when drinks are discounted, is common at bars between 5 and 6 or 6 and 7 o’clock in the evening. You may quickly discover these fantastic deals by looking around your neighbourhood.

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7. Free newspapers and magazines

Check out the free magazines that are handed out all over cities; you can find them at cafés, businesses, and on the street and in the metro.

These will be offered to you in the metro and on the street, and you can always find them at cafes, stores, and pubs. These are a fantastic resource for learning about events happening in the city, part-time jobs, places to go at night, inexpensive places to eat and drink, and much more. Last but not least, don’t forget to enjoy Australia’s stunning landscapes and free beaches.


8. Low-cost Textbooks

To find used books, go to your neighbourhood Co-op bookstore.

Student Card 9.

If you have a student ID card, use it to get discounted admission to theatres, movies, museums, and other on-campus activities.

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