Articles tagged ‘About Australia’
Where in the Bloody Hell Are You? Bindi to Replace Bingle!
By Heather | January 11th, 2007 |
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Sorry Boys, but I think this one is true! Little Bindi Irwin is to be named the new face of Australian Tourism. The 8 year old daughter of the Late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin, is currently touring the US like a rock star.
But what does this mean for the much loved [...]
The Ashes, Australia beats England 5-0 in Cricket!
By Heather | January 4th, 2007 | Add a Comment »
Australia Inflicts Ashes Whitewash read the Headlines this morning. OK- I admit- being a girl I am not so knowledgeable on the sport- but it is always good when the home team whoops arse don’t you think? Condolences to all the Pommies out there. The good news is- most that I have [...]
Watch out for the Tax Man! Working in Australia you guide to Tax matters.
By Heather | November 13th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
OK- So you Got your Visa, arrived in Australia, earned your additional Australian Certifications, and are now looking for a job. There is one more thing you are going to need…a Tax File Number (TFN)! You don’t have to get one but it is DEFINATELY in your best interest. Without one you [...]
Skilled Migrants needed! Come work in Australia!
By Heather | November 6th, 2006 | 9 Comments »
Want to check out your chances of qualifying for an Australian Work Visa? Check out the Skilled Migrant Web Page from the Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs. Here is a sneak preview at a few occupations that are desperately needed.
Accountant
Acupuncturist
Agricultural Scientist
Architect
Australia- Public Ocean Pools
By Heather | October 9th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
This is a bizarre but wonderful Aussie invention. Carved out of the rock and cliff faces that border most beaches, you will find lovely sea water pools. Some have lap lanes installed- others are just for regular swimming. Positioned in generally stunning locations, they are just above the normal water level [...]
Banking in Oz- How do you say…Painful?
By Heather | October 5th, 2006 | 2 Comments »
After trying to find an Apartment, this will be the second most shocking item of setting up housekeeping to most of you- setting up a bank account. Not far off Neanderthalic- lately it has gotten a little better- but not much. The banks in Oz are some of the most profitable businesses [...]
The ARIAs! Aussie Music of the year!!!
By Heather | October 4th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
The ARIAs are the Aussie equivalent of the Grammies, except they are riddled with all kinds of goofy drunken behaviour by celebs and fans alike. The TV generally cronicals past silliness and speculates what the newest faux pas of the year will be. Over all they are pretty fun to watch on TV, [...]
Northern Territory- Science stuff!
By Heather | September 28th, 2006 | Add a Comment »
Ok- bit of science cool stuff. While “Doing the Triangle” you will see MASSIVE Termite mounds. Infact one of the main tourist Draws to Litchfield NAtional PArk- are Their ENORMOUS Mounds. Why are they here you ask….
Northern Territory- “Doing The Triangle”
By Heather | September 28th, 2006 | 1 Comment »
When visiting the Northern Territory- a very common route is called The Triangle This is basically Darwin to Jabiru to Pine Creek or Katherine and back up to Darwin via Litchfied Park. When taking on this Great driving route many people are apprehensive envisioning vast kilometers of nothingness.
Australia- Moving in on a budget!
By Heather | September 19th, 2006 | 3 Comments »
OK- so you’ve arrived into Australia and you need to buy a few housekeeping items- Tupperware, toilet paper, cleaners, extension cords, etc. The first thing you will notice is how ridiculously expensive all the things are in the stores you are used to going to such as Target.
