Latest Post
-
Medicare: Is Australia’s Famous Healthcare System Perfect, or Could We Imagine Something Else?
If you live in Australia, or are planning to, you’ll hear a lot about Medicare. It’s Australia’s universal health insurance scheme, set up…
-
Understanding the Australian Healthcare System
Moving to a new country is an exhilarating adventure, filled with new sights, sounds, and experiences. But let’s be honest, it also…
-
Protecting Your Rights at Work: What You Need to Know
Quick Summary and Important Takeaways As a newcomer to Sydney, understanding your workplace rights is essential for a successful career transition. Here’s…
-
Finding Long-term Accommodation in Sydney
Finding the right long-term accommodation is one of the most important steps in settling into your new life in Sydney. This comprehensive…
-
What Trump’s Return Means for Sydney: A Migrant’s Perspective
Having called Sydney home since 2000, I’ve watched this city transform from a laid-back coastal town into the bustling multicultural hub it…
-
“Here We Go Again”: Sydney’s Transport Troubles – Strikes, Disruptions, and Rising Fares
Here are things I love about Sydney: diverse modes of transport that other cities don’t offer as comprehensively. From trains, the metro,…
-
What does it mean to be an ‘Australian’ on 26th Jan?
Australia, a land of abundant opportunity and natural beauty, is often characterised by its spirit of fairness and mateship. It’s a place…
-
Sydney Second-Hand Shopping Guide
Sydney is a hub of activity, and that extends to its vibrant second-hand market. This guide will unveil the best places to…
-
Moving Home in Sydney? Smart Tips to Save on Costs!
Moving to a new city often means moving house or unit more than once, especially when you’re first settling in and finding…
-
Getting Essential Utilities – Electricity, Gas, Water
Getting settled involves more than just unpacking boxes. Understanding utilities is an important part of budgeting and managing your new chapter living…
-
What to do when you are feeling sick
Understanding the Australian Healthcare System If you’re feeling unwell or require a medical check-up in Australia, it’s essential to understand the local…
-
Shopping for Essential Items, Electronics and Furniture in Sydney
Setting up your new home in Sydney is exciting! To help you get started, here’s a guide to finding those essential items,…
-
Navigating IDs and Licenses in Sydney, NSW
This article covers the different types of identification (ID) and driver’s licenses relevant in Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), Australia. Whether you’re…
-
Where to Buy Food Ingredients
From what I’ve heard from folks all over the world (and from my own tastebuds!), Sydney’s known for having an incredible variety…
-
How to Get Around Sydney, A Transport Guide
Sydney offers a variety of ways to get around. Here’s a breakdown of the Sydney’s transport options: Public Transport: Sydney boasts a…
-
Getting Your Australian Mobile Number
You’ve just landed in Sydney! Excitement is in the air, but before you head out to explore, there’s one essential task: getting connected.…
-
Finding a Place to Stay Before Arriving in Sydney
We understand you’re about to embark on your exciting move to Sydney, but you haven’t arrived yet and need a place to…
-
Bringing Money to Australia
Moving to Australia is an exciting new chapter, but managing your finances across borders can seem daunting, especially if you haven’t set…
-
How to Set Up a Bank Account in Sydney
Moving to a new city, especially one as exciting as Sydney, involves a lot of preparation. One essential task is setting up…
-
Sydney International Airport Arrival Guide
Sydney International Airport (Kingsford Smith), commonly known as Mascot Airport, is situated in Mascot, a southern suburb of Sydney, New South Wales,…
-
Preparations for Your First Day in Sydney
On your first day, you will be arriving at Kingsford Sydney airport with luggage, a backpack, and possibly another shopping bag that…
