Articles tagged with "Basic Info on Oz"
Aussie Translation Guide #2
By Heather | November 20th, 2006One of the fun things of Travel is learning the local lingo. Australia has innumerable terms that are as unique in the world as their very own Platypus (which I saw in the wild just recently- fascinating little creatures!). This ...
Australia- Important Phone Numbers
By Heather | November 7th, 2006Hey gang! No one wants to need emergency phone numbers- but everyone should know them. Here are a few of those critical numbers to know. If there is another you are looking for- let me know and I will add it. Happy Travels! ...
I said “Supa Centa!” Where to find storage solutions in Australia.
By Heather | October 29th, 2006When I first arrived into Sydney I had a very humbling exercise in race relations while trying to find storage solutions for my bathroom. I have already written about the
I am sorry Ma’am- I’m going to have to check those Peaches! Domestic Quarantine!
By Heather | October 25th, 2006If you are travelling between Australian States- believe it or not- there are still yet more Quarantine laws! Domestic Quarantine Laws are designed to prevent the spread of disease, insects, and invading plant species. They are ...
Coffee in Australia- a land of extremes.
By Heather | October 18th, 2006Ahhh the endless search to find a great cup off coffee and a great place to enjoy it. Funny- enough- that is my theory on travel-(and in fact the migration of people around the globe)- the search for new food… or in this case- ...
Cheap Stuff- Pub Meals
By Heather | October 12th, 2006One other way to save a bit of dosh on your nosh- is to eat at a pub. You will have to scout your pubs carefully, some are tragically expensive. Then there are the few local beauties that offer $5 steak day, Free steak with the ...
Chips, Crisps, Chilli and Chicken?
By Heather | October 12th, 2006One thing I have always enjoyed when travelling to far and distant lands is checking out the local junk food. Even with different states in the US- there is regional variation. I do have to say- awards go to Texas for some of th ...
Chips, Crisps, Chilli and Chicken?
By Heather | October 12th, 2006One thing I have always enjoyed when travelling to far and distant lands is checking out the local junk food. Even with different states in the US- there is regional variation. I do have to say- awards go to Texas for some of th ...
Daily Dose- Useful Surf Stuff, Zoos, and Community Radio!
By Heather | October 11th, 2006Surf Forecasting- check out those waves before you get out of bed. http://www.surforecasts.com/australasiaeast/index.htm Brilliant site- full of good site spe ...
Cell phones are for Texting! A Must have.
By Heather | October 10th, 2006If you are moving to or even just visiting Australia for more than 2 weeks, a mobile phone is basically a must have. You will end up meeting people you want to contact, making hotel reservations, needing to send a message home. ...
Moving to Australia- General info
By Heather | October 8th, 2006Be aware- most of the buildings in Australia do not have AC, central heat- or for that matter screens on the windows. This means you will need to purchase a heater, fan and a mosquito net depending on the season you are here. ...
Australia- Moving in on the Cheap!
By Heather | October 8th, 2006As one person has wisely pointed out- Sydney is a very expensive place to live... to help battle that, here are a couple more suggestions for moving to Australia and setting up house on the cheap.
Finding an Apartment in Sydney...Ready.. Set.. Go!
By Heather | October 5th, 2006This will more than likely be the most horrifying experience of arriving in Australia. Customs, quarantine, and visa officials have got nothin' on the apartment-hungry-maddened-hordes and indifferent real estate agents. In ...
Australia- Moving in on a budget!
By Heather | September 19th, 2006OK- 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 th ...
Darwin- Dress Guidelines
By Heather | September 18th, 2006While the climate is tropical this is not a resort town. Darwin is still a city and the most metropolitan one around. The dress is casual…kind of... I was generally surprised at how non-casual the dress was. I brought some ...
The 'Green Bag' phenomenon
By Heather | September 17th, 2006Want to be part of the cool crowd? Want to fit in like a local? Seriously- to go to the beach, to a rugby game, to the grocery, on the train... you can't live without... A green bag! The Aussies have really put together a great ...
Darwin- food intolerance info
By Heather | September 15th, 2006Coeliac/Gluten Free General Note- While almost all of the Cafes/restraurants were knowledeable about Gluten Free requirements and quite good at working with you on gluten free products, the supermarkets have a very slim selection. ...
Darwin- getting around town
By Heather | September 15th, 2006Taxis: For a taxi in Darwin a useful number is 08 8981 3777 or as in all Australian states you can call 131008. In Darwin, taxis only really work on a call out basis during the peak times of the year. Just because you are at a t ...
Cheapest Cities to Fly Into In Australia
By Court | April 7th, 2006We often get asked, what's a good price for Australia airfare? To which we promptly reply, well, where are you coming from? And, the somehow less-obvious question: ...
Danger Down Under
By Court | October 27th, 2005It's time for the annual "Do you know all the things that can kill, harm or seriously maim you in the beautiful land of Australia????" article. This time, it's courtesy of the BBC. In
Although much of Australia is desert outback, there are a few vital water sources. Many of the large cities were founded due to their proximity to ocean or river sources. This ...Oceans and Other Water Sources
By Court | May 6th, 2004
Death and Taxes
By Court | May 6th, 2004Just because you're only going to make a few thousand dollars, don't think that the Australian government won't tax you on it! Those on Working Holiday visas are generally hit with the (low) rate of 29%, although labor intensive ...
Top Australia Links
By Court | April 15th, 2004Although we know a lot, we don't know everything. Here are a few of the best links to learn more about Australia.
Australian Department of Immigration and Cultural and Indigenous Affairs< ...
Travel Warnings and National Security
By Court | April 9th, 2004Travel Warnings There are currently no travel warnings issued by the U.S., E.U., or South Africa that advise against travel to Australia. The most recent Australian travel warnings issued by these countries were issued in ...
If You Need Government Help
By Court | April 9th, 2004Sometimes, things occur that are out of your control. Your passport gets lost or stolen. You have an incident with the police. Or you just need to discuss your visa options. When these things happen, you need to contact your e ...
Quarantine and Duty-Free
By Court | April 9th, 2004Quarantine Australias quarantine regulations are among the strictest in the world. As an island continent, there are many diseases (such as rabies) that are not found in the country. You must declare possession of anim ...
Visas
By Court | April 9th, 2004Non-Australian citizens must obtain a visa or Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) before visiting Australia. New Zealand citizens are issued a visa on arrival (VOA). ETAs are val ...
Safety Basics
By Court | March 31st, 2004General Safety Australia is considered a safe country by Western standards. Strict gun control laws are in place and the violent crime rate is low. There are no regions in Australia that should be avoided due to safety co ...
Money Basics
By Court | March 31st, 2004It is unnecessary to exchange money before you arrive in Australia. Western currencies such as the British Pound, European Euro, and Canadian and American Dollar, are easy to convert. The country�s proximity to Asia also allow ...
Getting There
By Court | March 31st, 2004Most travelers get to Australia via plane, arriving in Sydneys Kingsford Smith Airport or Melbournes Tullamarine Airport. As Austr ...