The
following information is about some of the important
things you should consider before deciding to
apply to migrate to , or remain permanently in
, Australia . you should remember that it is entirely
your own responsibility to investigate your settlement
prospects in Australia .
Living
cost in Australia:
The
cost of living in Australia , compared to
many other countries , is high . it is essential
that you can provide for yourself and your
dependents in Australia ,As a guide , it
is estimated that in 1999 households of
migrants who had lived in Australia for
less than 2 years spent an average of $930
per week supporting 3 people. It is estimated
that a couple , renting accommodation in
Australia , would need a minimum of $365
per week to survive . A single person would
need about $225 Per week , Remember , too
, if you are migrating to Australia , that
the cost of relocating is high. There are
significant costs involved in traveling
to Australia , relocating household goods
, and setting up in new accommodation .
From the most famous cities in australia << Sydney , Melbourn , Gold Coast , Cairns , Brisbane , Perth >>
Living in Sydney and Melbourne
SYDNEY:
Australia's most famous city is cosmopolitan, dynamic yet relaxed. With its spectacular natural harbour, no city on earth is built around a more beautiful or memorable backdrop. We are conveniently based in the central city area, and we share our excellent facilities with Charles Strut University and Martin College , one of Australia's leading private career training institution.
The
largest and most dynamic city in Australia,
Sydney is located on the south-east coast
of Australia, in New South Wales. Sydney
has world famous landmarks, such as the
Opera House and Sydney Harbour and since
the summer Olympics in 2000, many purpose-built
sporting and other facilities. The city
enjoys hot summers and mild winters - this
is definitely an outdoors place! In the
eastern suburbs of Sydney are pristine,
sandy beaches, to the north and south are
fascinating national parks and to the west,
the beautiful, celebrated Blue Mountains.
Sydney is a laid-back, friendly place, with
all the amenities and convenience of a world-class
city, without many of the problems found
in other comparable places. Sydney is not
the capital city of Australia, although
you could be forgiven for thinking that
it is!
MELBOURNE:
In Melbourne , historic buildings set side by side with modern architecture, creating a unique and beautiful cityscape. It is a city of sophistication and culture enjoying beautiful waterside suburbs, recreation amenities, shops, cinemas and restaurants. We share our superb central location with Taylors College . We're close to all the city's attractions and have our own health centre and music and graphic facilities.
Melbourne is the capital of the State of Victoria. It is situated on the Yarra River and around Port Phillip Bay with its beautiful beaches and water sports facilities. It is a beautiful spacious city with all the parks, gardens, sporting venues and scenic places that Australian space and natural resources allow.
Melbourne's population of over 3.5 million people enjoy a good life. The city hosts a variety of festivals, cultural and sporting events including the Australian Grand Prix and the Australian Open which make it one of Australia's top tourist destinations.
Melbourne is considered to be the shopping capital of Australia and offers some of Australia's biggest shopping complexes as well as sophisticated, exclusive boutiques and a host of lively and popular markets.
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One quarter of Melbourne's population was born overseas making it one of the world's most multicultural cities. There are now people from 140 nations living harmoniously together. This broad ethnic mix has brought many benefits to the city including a wide range of cuisines and over 2,300 elegant restaurants, bistros and cafes. Melbourne has an excellent public transport system with trams, trains and buses providing an extensive network throughout the city and suburbs.
Melbourne
is in the state of Victoria, about 725 kilometres
south of Sydney. It prides itself on being
a cultured, urbane place and feels much
more European than Sydney, both in its grand
architecture and its attitudes. The weather
is also reminiscent of some places in Europe,
with pleasantly warm summers and cool, rainy
winters. They say that Melbourne can see "four seasons in a day" - those
of you who have been there will know that
this means you have to be prepared for anything.
Other things that characterise this city:
trams, great food, unspoilt surroundings.
Melbourne is a centre of culture, especially
of young culture and our students who have
returned from studying there absolutely
loved it - "Forget Sydney!" they
say, "Come to Melbourne!!"
Arrival in Australia
From the time you step off the plane, you will experience Australian hospitality. One of our friendly staff will meet you at Kingsford Smith Airport in Sydney when your plane arrives. You then have a one hour trip to Wollongong. You can choose to travel to Wollongong by car or, for an additional charge, by limousine. At Wollongong our staff will assist you to settle in at your place of residence. Any queries you have you will be able to ask our Overseas Co-ordinator to help you settle into your new way of life.
Living in
Wollongong :
Living in Wollongong provides a lifestyle that is relaxed, leisurely, safe and secure. In addition, the cost of living in Wollongong is cheaper than living in major cities. Wollongong has a coastline of magnificent beaches and a backdrop of beautiful mountains. There are large supermarkets and shopping centres, churches of various denominations, a recreation theme park, national parks and natural rainforests, a botanical garden, movie theatres, an entertainment centre, ten-pin bowling alleys, golfing greens, social clubs and discos. The population is mainly multi-cultural which means that there are also numerous migrant organisations that welcome newly-arrived international visitors.
Climate
Australia is well-known for its temperate climate. The Illawarra has a beautiful, sunny coastal climate with winter temperatures averaging 18 degrees celsius and a summer temperature averaging between 28 – 30 degrees celsius. That doesn't mean you come without a coat and some warm clothes, as there are occasions when the temperature falls to a low 8 degrees celsius in the Illawarra with some parts of New South Wales having temperatures of 0 degrees or –0 degrees. Of course, if you wish to go skiing in the winter months, then you do need to bring warm clothing.
Recreation and sports
The Illawarra region offers a variety of sporting and recreational activities. These include swimming, golf, tennis, sailing, scuba diving, tennis, horse riding, abseiling, hang-gliding, bushwalking, soccer, rugby, boating, cricket, fishing, archery – the list is endless. A four-hour trip takes you to the magnificent Australian ski slopes where you can ski to your heart's content in winter. For those who prefer the warmth in winter, a trip to Queensland's well-known tourist attractions can also provide endless hours of fun.
The Illawarra region has numerous venues for picnics, sightseeing and – in nearby animal parks – you can feed kangaroos, pat koalas and watch wombats. Beautiful, colourful parrots; white cockatoos; pink and grey galahs are plentiful in the region. Wollongong has its own Botanical Gardens and, of course, there is another beautiful Botanical Garden overlooking our magnificent Sydney Harbour and Opera House.
