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International Student Guide | Canberra | 2020
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Welcome
OUR TEAM
Contents
EDITORIAL
As Australia’s capital city, Canberra has Content Manager -
grown into a thriving cultural and social Gemma Kaczerepa
hub since its creation in 1908. It may be Writer -
a relatively small city, but locals pride Molly McLaughlin
Setting up ACCOMMODATION 18
themselves on building a strong sense of
community. Situated around the shores of Production Manager &
Everything you need to COMMUNICATION 28
Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra welcomes Designer - Samuel Trezise
know to get your new MONEY & BANKING 32
student life organised thousands of international students PHOTOGRAPHY
and start enjoying the EMPLOYMENT 36 every year to its world-class educational
Samuel Trezise
experience of being in a STUDYING 44 institutions.
Visit Canberra
new city.
HEALTH & SAFETY 50 Students can take advantage of Canberra’s Study Canberra
many cafes, museums and art galleries,
BUSINESS
as well as the city’s laid-back lifestyle and
DEVELOPMENT
natural wonders (fun fact: it’s the third-
cleanest capital city in the world). Whether Advertising -
All about TRANSPORT 64
you’re looking for a cosmopolitan city Bela Mitchell
Canberra experience or an escape from the hustle Managing Director -
CIVIC & ACTON 72 and bustle, Canberra has something for James Martin
Learn about the city everyone.
INNER NORTH 76
as well as the different Marketing Coordinator -
areas that make Canberra SOUTHSIDE 80 Portia Postlethwaite
an ideal place to live and BELCONNEN 84 ENQUIRIES AND
study. FEEDBACK
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please contact hello@
Activities EVENTS 88 insiderguides.com.au
FUN ACTIVITIES 91
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KEY CONTACTS AND SERVICES
All information presented is true and
Need some help while you are in Canberra? Find the correct to the best of our knowledge.
contact details of the various support services available. Current businesses and services
mentioned were operating at the
time of publication. We apologise
P.96 if any have moved, closed or their
services have altered in the interim.
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AUSTRALIA’S MOST Welcome to Canberra,
EDUCATED CITY Australia’s capital city.
Studying in Canberra means you’re now part of a city that is
a true knowledge economy. The quality of the education
YOU’LL DO GREAT you will receive here is among the best in the world.
Opportunities exist here for the best and brightest to make
THINGS HERE their mark in a range of fields.
More than 19,000 international students from as many
as 100 countries study in Canberra every year. A similar
number of Australian students also choose their capital city
for their tertiary education. As a result our community is
young, diverse, cosmopolitan and globally connected.
Canberra has been ranked as Australia’s most liveable city
for three years in a row by the Life in Australia report. Our
environment is particularly favourable to those that study
here. World leading academic and cultural institutions are
on our doorstep. Natural beauty surrounds us and being in
the outdoors is an activity many Canberra residents enjoy
daily. Entertainment options are plentiful too, providing
a welcome balance to the academic commitments. With
400km of cycle ways and a transport network of buses and
light rail, there’s always more to discover in Canberra.
Canberra has always been and will always be a place for
leaders – past, present and future. It’s my pleasure to
welcome you. I hope your time here is productive and
inspiring.
Andrew Barr MLA
ACT Chief Minister and Minister
for Tertiary Education
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“ Coming from a growing
metropolis with an
incredibly dense
population (Dhaka in
Bangladesh) I found
Canberra the total
opposite. I love the
serenity of this city. I
have never lived so close
to nature.
Atiq, Bangladesh
“
Studying at ANU
Quick facts
A new capital
Now Australia’s largest
Employment hotspot
Canberra has the highest
inland city, Canberra was average median income
chosen to be the national of any city in Australia,
Important Aussies
Many of Canberra’s
streets and suburbs are
named after Australian
“ Canberra is a smaller
city which means you
capital in 1908 as a with stats revealing that places, politicians, can spend less time on
compromise between Canberrans earn $300 animals, Aboriginal commuting to school
Sydney and Melbourne. per week more than groups, sportspeople and
other Australians. other notable figures.
and work and more
time with your friends,
Innovative design No front fences A meeting place family, and working
on homework and your
Canberra was designed In 1924, Canberra It is thought that
by Chicagoan architect implemented a ban on Canberra’s name was hobbies.
Walter Burley Griffin,
with the plans drawn
up by his wife, Marion.
front garden fences
to encourage an open,
friendly community,
derived from a word
meaning “meeting place”
in the local Ngunnawal
Bobby, Australia
Studying at ANU
“
Burley Griffin won the which still exists today in language.
Federal Capital Design a modified form.
Competition in 1912.
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Must-do in Canberra
There are so many fun things to do in Canberra, but here are a few you
can’t leave the city without doing.
1. 2.
Brunch in Braddon Take to the lake
Treat yourself to a late breakfast Walk, run, ride or glide on a Segway
of smashed avocado on toast in around Lake Burley Griffin, taking in
Canberra’s hippest neighbourhood, the views of many of Canberra’s iconic
Braddon, followed by a coffee and monuments and natural wonders.
some boutique shopping.
3. 4.
Soak up mountain views Explore the arts
On the edge of the city centre, Mount Take your pick from the National
Ainslie is the best spot to catch one of Museum of Australia, the National
Canberra’s famous sunsets after hiking Portrait Gallery or the National Gallery
up the popular two-kilometre trail. of Australia and explore the nation’s
artistic and cultural heritage.
5. 6.
Discover Aussie politics Dine in Dickson
Learn about Australia’s political As Canberra’s restaurant hotspot, the
system at the Museum of Australian inner north suburb of Dickson brings
Democracy, then take a tour of together cultures from all around the
Parliament House, the building that world with delicious, affordable cuisine
houses Australia’s national government. that’s perfect for students.
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Your first week in Canberra
Nurul, Indonesia
Studying at University of Canberra
“ COFFEE
I like going to Smith’s
Alternative in the CBD.
1. 2. 3. It’s a family cafe with an
additional room inside
for performances, like
music or poetry. There
are also several board
games available, and there
is a piano on the outside
for anyone to play. I like
P.64 P.33 P.29 going there because the
atmosphere is really good
Buy a MyWay card Set up your bank Sort out your phone and the people are nice.
account BREAKFAST
You’ll need a MyWay card You can use your existing
to get around on public This is crucial if you’re phone or buy a new one I like to buy food from
transport. Buy one from planning to work in in Australia, with the cafes in my university, the
convenience stores and Australia, but is also option of going prepaid
other selected retailers. useful for paying rent or signing up for a plan. “Even though Canberra is a University of Canberra. One
of my go-to cafes is Oscar’s
and other expenses. metropolitan city, it is very Cafe. All the pastries there
easy to find nature when you are delicious.
live here. There are several DINNER
4. 5. 6. hiking spots not far from the Recently, I visited Au Lac
city. For example, One Tree restaurant in Dickson, which
serves vegetarian meals. I’m
Hill look-out is very close to not a vegetarian, but all the
Belconnen. There are a lot of dishes are really delicious!
bicycle lanes available in every You should try their “Beef”
P.57
Know the emergency Stock up your fridge Plan your studies
suburb as well. In addition,
Canberra is one of the safest
Rendang! The prices are also
affordable for university
students.
“
number cities in Australia.”
Once you’ve found Find out when classes
If you need emergency your nearest grocery start, where your
assistance – police, fire store, stock up on basic campus is located (some
or ambulance – you can ingredients and your institutions are spread NURUL’S FAVOURITE HIDDEN GEM
call Triple Zero (000), favourite foods from across several campuses)
even when your phone home – they’ll help if you and when O-Week There is this new restaurant that opened in Canberra a few months ago in
can’t get reception. get homesick during your kicks off. Narrabunda. It’s called ‘Kita’. It’s an Indonesian restaurant that opens from night
Make sure to store this first week! to day. It’s the perfect place to visit when you get hungry in the middle of the
number in your phone. night! The restaurant also has wi-fi, so you can continue your assignment as well.
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Improving your English
If you’d like to continue improving your English during your time in
Australia, there are a few tools and resources that can help.
SPEAKING READING & LISTENING
WHAT RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE TO
Join a conversation group. There Read in English every day. This
are plenty of groups on Meetup, HELP ME IMPROVE MY ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILLS?
includes websites, online news
as well as at local libraries and outlets, newspapers, magazines
community centres. Libraries and books. TITLE LINK WHAT IS IT?
around Canberra hold English
conversation groups throughout Listen to English-language music Libraries are dotted all over the city
the week. Head to the Libraries and podcasts, watch English- and hold regular English conversation
language films, television shows Libraries www.library.act.gov.au groups.
ACT website to find out days and
times. and YouTube videos, and try to do
so without subtitles!
Find a friend who also wants to A platform full of English language
improve their English and only WRITING English Central www.englishcentral.com videos that progressively build your
comprehension.
chat to them in English - including Write a daily journal in English.
via text message, online, over the Watch well-crafted videos and
It doesn’t matter what you write BBC Learning complete related activities to increase
phone and in person. about, as long as it’s in English. www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish
English your knowledge of the English
Make friends with people from language.
Do little translation exercises.
other nationalities so you only Take a passage from a book or Choose between native speakers and
communicate in English. article in your native language and italki www.italki.com qualified tutors (more expensive) to
have a 1-on-1 video chat with you.
Join a volunteer group or sports translate it into English, or do the
team so you can put your English reverse. A website and mobile app, Busuu is a
skills to good use. Busuu www.busuu.com social network of people learning new
languages.
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GOING OUT EFTPOS (Noun/Acronym) Mozzie (Noun)
Machine for electronic Mosquito
Australian slang Arvo (Noun)
Afternoon
(card) payments. Stands
for Electronic Funds
‘The mozzies are so bad
in the summer.’
‘Let’s catch up this arvo Transfer at Point Of Sale
Rip-off (Adjective)
for a coffee.’ ‘Luckily, the café has
To cheat/something that’s
EXPRESSING Keen (Adjective) EFTPOS, because I don’t
Barbie (Noun) too expensive
YOURSELF Excited for something have any cash.’
BBQ ‘This brunch is such a rip-
‘I’m so keen for the new ‘Let’s fire up the barbie Bottle-o (Noun) off - $18 for toast?!’
Aggro (Adjective) Quentin Tarantino film.’ Liquor store
for dinner tonight.’ Servo (Noun)
Angry, showing ‘I have to go and get some
No worries (Idiom) Snag (Noun) – Sausage Service station/gas station
aggression Bathers (Noun) beer from the bottle-o.’
Don’t worry about it/it’s Swimming costume ‘On long drives I have to
‘He’s so aggro at the ‘For the best snags, I go to
OK ‘Remember to bring your Macca’s (Noun) stop at the servo to buy
moment, you should Bunnings Warehouse.’
‘You can’t come to the bathers, my friend has a McDonald’s snacks.’
avoid him.’
party? No worries!’ pool.’ ‘I’m too tired to make
Fair enough (Idiom) Shout (Verb)
______ as (Adverb) dinner, shall we go to
Alright/OK Brekky (Noun) To pay for the next round
Almost anything could go Macca’s instead?’
‘You’ll be late? Fair Breakfast of drinks i.e. ‘it’s your
here: busy as, awesome as, ‘I always have a big Mate (Noun) shout’
enough, traffic is bad
tired as. To understand the brekky. I’m so hungry Friend (this can be used ‘I paid for the last round,
today.’
speaker, just cut off the when I wake up in the passive-aggressively so it’s your shout this
Feral (Adjective) ‘as’ and add ‘very’ to the Esky (Noun) – Ice cooler though, so pay attention time.’
morning.’
Disgusting, something front and you’ll get what to the situation)
repulsive they mean. ‘The esky will keep the Chemist (Noun) Spud (Noun)
‘I like her, she’s a good
‘I just saw someone ‘She’s been annoying as drinks cool while we swim.’ Drug store/pharmacy - A potato
mate, she always has my
drop their hot chips since she got back from ‘We should go pick up ‘I’d love a baked spud
back.’
and then continue exchange – she won’t some Panadol from the with sour cream right
to eat them off the stop talking about it.’ chemist.’ about now.’
ground - that’s so
Heaps (Adjective)
feral.’
A lot or very
Hey? (Exclamation) ‘Wow, that show was
Used at the end of Cuppa (Noun) - WHILE STUDYING Good on ya (Exclamation)
heaps good.’
Hot beverage Well done/good on you
a sentence to ask if Chuck a sickie
Full on (Adjective) Bludge (Intransitive Verb) ‘Congratulations on that
someone agrees ‘A hot cuppa tea goes well (Phrasal verb)
Intense/wild To not try your hardest HD! Good on ya!’
‘You’re going out with biscuits.’ To fake a sick day from
‘Uni is so full on, I ‘He’s bludging uni,
tonight, hey?’ work or study. How ya going/How’s it
can’t keep up with my there’s no way he’ll
‘I can’t miss The Bachelor going? (Spoken phrase)
She’ll be right (Idiom) assignments.’ graduate.’
tonight - I’ll just call work How are you?
It will be fine
SWOTVAC (Noun/ and chuck a sickie.’
‘You missed the bus? Yeah, nah (Determiner) Reckon (Verb)
Acronym)
She’ll be right, there’ll – No Dodgy (Adjective) Think/figure/assume
Study break/revision week
be another one soon.’ Poor quality/not reliable/ ‘I reckon I’ll go for a run;
Nah, yeah (Determiner) ‘I have so much revision
Avo (Noun) suspicious I’ve been feeling lazy as.’
to do during SWOTVAC.
– Yes Avocado ‘That website is dodgy,
I shouldn’t have slacked Uni (Noun)
‘I love avo toast with I’m pretty sure it gave
off so much during the University
feta cheese.’ me a virus.’
semester.’ ‘Do you want to walk to
uni together?’
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Comparing your options
Private rental $170-$500/wk
This is true independent living; renting an apartment or a house, either alone or
with housemates. Living with others is ideal for meeting new people and reducing
your costs. However, if you decide to live alone, you will have to pay for everything
and may get lonely (depending on your personality, of course). Rentals come
either furnished or unfurnished.
Note: Listed price is per room.
Homestay $250-$350/wk
Homestay involves staying with a family in their home with meals, internet
and utilities covered by your host. It is a popular choice for a true Australian
experience, and it also allows you to settle into your new life in Australia with the
support of a family. Homestay can be both close to and some distance from your
educational institution – make sure to check access and public transport options.
Managed accommodation $200-$500/wk
These large centres are full of apartments of varying sizes, generally one to five
bedrooms. You will get a fully furnished bedroom with 24-hour support and
internet included. Generally, student accommodation is conveniently located for
students, is secure and safe, and boasts a real sense of community. The downside
to this is the internet can slow down at peak times and the rooms can be on the
smaller side.
Residential college $450-$700/wk
While they appear more expensive than other options, residential colleges
do include a lot of extras. They’re usually located close to campus, your fully
furnished bedroom will be cleaned weekly, study facilities and gyms are supplied,
and the meals are included. The downside is that you often have to lock in a lease
for 12 months and you may not need all the extras that you’re paying for.
LET US HELP YOU FIND YOUR ACCOMMODATION
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you find the perfect place to suit your needs and budget.
www.insiderguides.com.au/accommodation-finder
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Before you take out a
lease on a property
SIMPLE
ENSURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH MONEY TO COVER THE BOND
ARRANGE A REFERENCE OR GUARANTOR
INSPECT THE PROPERTY BEFORE YOU SIGN A CONTRACT
WAY
OR PAY A DEPOSIT
PHOTOGRAPH ANY EXISTING DAMAGE OR ISSUES
TO GET
MAKE SURE YOU RECEIVE, AND KEEP, A COPY OF YOUR
RENTAL AGREEMENT AND RECEIVE A RECEIPT FOR ALL
RENT AND BOND PAYMENTS
CONNECTED
PAY ATTENTION TO DETAILS REGARDING THE END OF
YOUR RENTAL AGREEMENT
Other factors to consider when selecting
accommodation
HOW CLOSE IS IT TO YOUR STUDY INSTITUTION?
HOW CLOSE IS IT TO PUBLIC TRANSPORT AND WHAT
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WHAT IS NEARBY? (SHOPS, HOSPITALS, electricity, gas, and Pay-TV set up for when you move
POLICE STATIONS, PARKS)
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20 STUDYCBR.COM.AUUsing your Bins
Housemates’ code
Sharing a house with others can be a really fun experience. Use these tips to
ensure a happy and harmonious household.
1. 2. h i ch
3.
W
bin?
Food Guests Cleaning
Establish early on Communication with Consider creating a
how groceries will be your housemates is cleaning roster, noting
purchased and make crucial when it comes that some housemates
it clear what food is to guests. Guidelines to may prefer certain
shared. Avoid eating any consider include when/ tasks. You will still be
We
food that isn’t yours or how long they should be responsible for doing
designated as shared. there and which areas/ your own dishes and
rooms are shared spaces. laundry, and keeping
your room tidy.
4. 5. 6. We love recycling here in Canberra but our
yellow recycling bin is only for household:
cardboard and paper
aluminum and steel cans
glass bottles and jars
rigid plastic containers.
Rent Bills Moving out
Make sure rent is paid Have a plan for how bills If someone decides to
Search the Recyclopaedia to find out where to
on-time to the right are divided up and paid. move out, establish recycle other items or to view our recycling
person. You might be One person is generally the process involved. guides in six other languages:
paying rent to a head responsible for managing Determine how much
housemate or making bills, but like rent, make notice they need to give www.act.gov.au/recyclopaedia
individual payments to sure they’re paid on-time and whether you need
the real estate agent or to avoid housemate to alert your property
landlord. disputes. manager or landlord.
batteries
22 STUDYCBR.COM.AUHOW MUCH WILL MY BOND BE?
What support services are available Community Legal Centres (CLCs) In private rentals and managed student accommodation, you will need to pay
for renters in the ACT? like Canberra Community Law are a bond in advance, which will be returned at the end of your agreement if no
The Tenants Union ACT can help you independent community organisations damage has occurred and your rental payments are up to date. For private
understand your rights when renting a that provide free legal services to rentals, this bond is not legally allowed to be more than four weeks’ rent.
room, apartment or house in Canberra. the public. They help people who are
ineligible for legal aid and cannot Make sure you receive a receipt for all money given to your landlord or real
Visit the Tenants Union ACT website to
afford a private lawyer. Visit the estate agent, including the bond, and a bond authority lodgment notice from the
learn about bonds, condition reports
Canberra Community Law website if ACT Revenue Office.
and where you can ask for assistance
with accommodation issues before and you think you need legal support for a
after you arrive. tenancy issue.
How to pay rent • The photos or description of the
www.tentantsact.org.au www.canberracommunitylaw.org.au property don’t match the reality on
There are a few different ways to pay
inspection
rent in Australia. These include direct
debit (bank), BPAY (a type of electronic • The landlord or agent makes excuses
payment), or paying in person with that you can’t view the property, such
card or cash. Your real estage agent or as saying they are overseas
Can I get a pet as an to it when you return home and the landlord will sometimes offer a range of
international student? amount of money you have to properly • The landlord or agent requests money
options or request only one.
take care of it should all be part of your via money transfer
If you are considering getting a pet, decision to get a pet. You also need Rental scams • The scammers may try to appear
you need to make sure you have done to make sure you know the rules and
research into the type of pet that would Unfortunately, rental scams can occur in genuine by providing photos, real
requirements of pet ownership. They addresses of properties, copies of
be suitable to your situation. Pets can Australia. But, there are a few things to
may be different from what you are land titles, and even scans of stolen
be fantastic, however there are a few look out for so you can protect yourself.
used to and you may get into trouble if passports. Scammers also ask for
things you need to think about before you don’t follow them. Be careful of offers that sound too good personal details – such as bank and
getting one. Things like the size of your
to be true. Ask advice from trusted credit card numbers – which they use
pet, where it will live, how much time
friends, or your school or agent, if you for credit card and identity fraud
you can spend with it, what will happen www.tccs.act.gov.au
see any of the following warning signs:
• Make sure you always inspect the
• The rent is a lot cheaper than other property in person (or via Skype if
similar accommodation in the area you can’t attend) and don’t send any
Factors to consider before owning a pet: • You are asked to sign a lease or pay a money via money transfer
bond or deposit before you have seen
WILL MY ACCOMMODATION ALLOW THEM? the property
UPFRONT COSTS (DESEXING, REGISTRATION, ETC)
ONGOING COSTS (FOOD, BOARDING, HEALTHCARE,
VETERINARIAN COSTS, ETC)
COST OF LIVING CALCULATOR
WILL YOUR PETS NEED DAILY WALKS AND EXERCISE?
Want to work out your budget? Use
WILL YOU NEED A FULLY ENCLOSED BACKYARD?
our Cost of Living Calculator to receive
HOW OFTEN ARE YOU NOT AT HOME? a customised breakdown of your
HOW LONG WILL YOU BE STAYING IN AUSTRALIA, AND
expected costs in Canberra.
WHAT WILL HAPPEN TO YOUR PET IF YOU LEAVE? www.insiderguides.com.au/colc
24 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 25Setting up your house
There are plenty of stores and online marketplaces in
Australia offering affordable furniture and other home items.
Here’s our guide to some of the best.
FURNITURE STORES FACEBOOK
There is one IKEA store located Facebook is a great resource for
in Canberra (Piallago near the buying (and selling) furniture
airport), where you can find and homewares. Facebook
reasonably priced furniture and Marketplace is full of second-
homewares. Fantastic Furniture hand furniture, appliances,
and Amart are also good options decorative pieces, cookware, and
for larger items, with locations even clothing, electronics, and
around the city. hundreds of other items. IMPORTANT STEPS
SECOND-HAND STORES DEPARTMENT STORES Once you’ve moved into your new home, there are a few things you’ll need to do.
If you’re looking for one-of-a- Look for your nearest Kmart,
kind, affordable furnishings and Target, Big W or Spotlight – 1. Notify your bank, employer, 3. Tell your friends and family back
home items, second-hand stores these stores sell everything education provider and OSHC home where you’re living. They
are fantastic places to look. from furniture and lighting to provider of your new address. Your probably want to know that you’re
Popular second-hand stores in kitchenware and bedding at low student visa requires you to update in a safe place and they may want to
Canberra include Vinnies and prices. your education provider within send mail from time to time.
Salvos, as well as independent seven days of arriving in Australia or
BUY, SWAP, SELL 4. Think about home and contents
shops and boutiques. moving to a new address.
insurance. If you’re living in your own
You’ll find plenty of buy, swap, 2. Get to know your local area and apartment or house, or have joined
ONLINE MARKETPLACES
sell groups on Facebook that are council. Find out where your nearest an existing share house, you might
In Australia, Gumtree and eBay dedicated to particular suburbs medical centre, shops, public want to purchase home and
are two of the biggest online around Canberra. There are transport hubs, fitness facilities contents insurance to protect your
marketplaces for new and used also websites such as Ziilch and and more are located. Learn about belongings from theft or damage.
furniture and home goods. On Freecycle. waste disposal in your area, including
Gumtree, you’ll often find people 5. Check your home is in working order.
recycling and composting options.
giving things away for free. Make sure things like hot water, taps
Check out your local council’s
and switches work. If there are any
website for more information.
faults or issues, notify your agent or
landlord.
26 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 27Mobile phones
Plan vs prepaid
Prepaid involves buying credit for your phone and topping up each week or month.
This way, you can control how much you spend. It’s a great option if you’re in
Australia for a short time. If you’ll be here for over 12 months, you may want
to consider a ‘plan’ or a ‘contract’, which is a set payment per month to use the
network. Usually, you will get more phone calls and data this way than through
prepaid options.
What should I watch out for?
Read your contract, or the terms and conditions, closely to make sure you
understand any additional charges that can be applied. Another thing to be aware
of is extra subscriptions that may come with the service. If the overall deals
between phone providers are similar, then consider if you would save money by
having free access to another service. For example, the plan may come with free
sport streaming, Spotify or Netflix.
How do I get started? • An Australian bank statement or
rental agreement
For both prepaid and plan options,
head to one of the phone shops we’ve • Your student visa details
listed below. To get started, you’ll need
• Proof of identity, such as your
some documents to prove who you are.
passport
Factors to consider before signing a
WHERE CAN I BUY A
NEW MOBILE PHONE phone contract
OR SIM CARD, OR HOW LONG IS THE CONTRACT?
SIGN UP FOR
A PLAN? HOW MANY MINUTES OF PHONE CALLS DO I GET
(AND ARE INTERNATIONAL CALLS INCLUDED)?
There are several mobile
phone providers in WHAT IS THE MONTHLY DATA LIMIT AND HOW
MUCH EXTRA WILL I BE CHARGED FOR GOING
Australia that sell phones
OVER THE LIMIT?
and/or SIM cards,
offering both plans and HOW MUCH WILL I BE CHARGED IF I NEED TO END
prepaid options. Some THE CONTRACT EARLY?
Communication
of the most popular WHAT EXTRAS/DISCOUNTS/SUBSCRIPTIONS ARE
providers include INCLUDED?
Vodafone, Telstra, Optus,
HOW GOOD IS THE NETWORK COVERAGE?
Virgin Mobile, Amaysim,
Boost Mobile and Vaya. WILL I BE CHARGED EXTRA FOR PAYING BILLS IN A
CERTAIN WAY (E.G. CREDIT CARD)?
28 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 29Internet
How do I arrange home internet? After you’ve chosen an internet
provider, setting up your home internet
There are several home internet
is easy. You can buy your own modem
providers in Australia including Optus,
or purchase one through your provider.
TPG, Telstra, iiNet, Belong and more.
They’ll then provide you with all of the
Services like Compare Broadband are a necessary steps required to finish your
good starting point if you are unsure of
pricing and the options available in your
set-up.
Australia is gradually connecting to
Streaming options
area. Month-by-month and six-month
the National Broadband Network
contracts are becoming more common.
(NBN), a process that is expected to Netflix
They work for students in regards to
be completed this year. But, note that
contract length but cost more than 12 Netflix provides on-demand access to a range of local and international shows.
speeds in many locations are still quite
or 24-month contracts. You can watch on smart TVs, gaming consoles, Apple TV and Chromecast, mobile
slow, especially if you come from a
country with fast internet. devices, and computers. From $9.99/month.
www.comparebroadband.com.au
Foxtel Now (foxtel.com.au/now) and Stan (stan.com.au)
Both available on computers, smart TVs, Chromecast and gaming consoles. The
Free wi-fi in Canberra Foxtel Now app allows you to sign up for the subscription service, Foxtel, without
Canberra offers free wi-fi in the CBD, public venues and major town centres. You’ll any installation costs or contracts. Foxtel is a good choice if you want to access
also find free wi-fi at Canberra Airport – ideal if you’ve just arrived in Australia live sport. Stan is an Australian subscription service that offers an extensive back
and need internet to navigate your way into the city. catalogue of local and international content. From $25/month (Foxtel) & $10/
month (Stan).
Public libraries and community centres usually offer free wi-fi too, and you’ll find
that many cafes around Canberra give decent internet access (either for free or
with purchase). Sport streaming services
Kayo is the most popular streaming service for sport content, with over 50 sports
available. It works by streaming from popular sport channels including ESPN
How do I arrange mobile broadband? and Fox Sports. Prices start at $25/month. Optus Sport has the rights for the
If you can’t get a hotspot using your phone and want a good connection for your English Premier League and UEFA Champions and Europa Leagues. These games
device, an easy solution is mobile broadband. Visit a Vodafone, Optus or Telstra can be watched on mobile devices or on Chromecast, Fetch TV or Apple TV. It is
store and pick up a 4G modem - they start at around $15-20 per month, but free for most Optus customers or $14.99/month for non-Optus customers. AFL
prepaid options are also available. (Australian Rules Football), A-League (Football/Soccer), NRL (Rugby League) and
Super Netball can be streamed on mobile devices through Telstra. These have
varying prices for non-customers but are free to Telstra customers.
ABC iview, SBS On Demand, 7plus, 9Now, 10 Play
The main free-to-air stations in Australia all have apps available that allow you to
watch their shows on demand. These apps are free to download and use, but most
of them do contain advertising.
30 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 31Banks in Australia
Why do I need an Australian from employment or a scholarship
bank account? will need to be paid directly into an
Australian account.
Opening an Australian bank account
will enable you to earn money in Additionally, you will easily be able to
Australia. Any payment you receive access funds without attracting fees for
international transfers.
How do I set up You can use a basic day-to-day account
a bank account? to pay for course fees, rent or daily
living costs.
This step is easy. There are several
banks to choose from in Australia. What should I bring with me?
When you arrive in Australia, simply PASSPORT OR BIRTH CERTIFICATE
head to your chosen bank and let them
NATIONAL IDENTITY CARD
know you’re an international student
(IF YOU HAVE ONE)
and would like to open an account.
You will need to bring some important PROOF OF AUSTRALIAN ADDRESS
documents. You will be provided with (CAN BE A HOUSEHOLD BILL)
access to a day-to-day account and an PROOF OF ENROLMENT
online savings account.
Note - It is not necessary to have a Tax
Once you have been identified, you will
File Number to get a bank account, but
be provided with a debit card, allowing
without one you will get taxed up to 48%
you to shop across Australia and online
(approximately) on the interest your
without paying additional fees.
money earns in the bank account.
ATMs, contactless payment and PayID
Your debit card allows you to withdraw cash from most ATMS (Automatic Teller
Machines, or cash machines) across Australia. Note that using an ATM that’s
not from your bank may incur a fee. You don’t always need to use your debit
card though; you can also set up contactless payments so you can pay for things
using your mobile phone, meaning you don’t need to carry a card around. PayID
Money is another way to make payments that uses either your mobile number or email
address. Ask your bank for more information.
& Banking Can I get an Australian credit card as an international student?
It’s a little more complicated to get a credit card as an international student, as
most Australian banks require you to be on a particular visa and earning a
minimum amount of money per year.
If you’re determined to get an Australian credit card, talk to your nearest bank
branch. In most cases, you will need to undergo a credit check and meet certain
requirements.
32 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 33Managing your money Transferring funds
How do I manage don’t really need, like buying a coffee Setting up your new life in Australia is an exciting process, but it does come with a
my budget? every day vs making one at home. Then, lot of expenses. You will need to pay course fees to your institution, buy textbooks,
download an app like Pocketbook on pay your accommodation costs, pay your bills every month, and have access to
The first thing you need to do is get an your phone, and sync up your bank your money for everyday spending. This can mean a lot of transactions. There are
understanding of your current financial accounts so you can start tracking and many different ways to send and receive funds; with a little research, you can find
position. Predict and list all your setting goals for spending and saving. the best solution to suit you.
income and expenses for the next three
to six months as best you can. Then, it’s Use ASIC’s free budgeting tool to get
time to think about ways to improve it. started. Send and recieve money from home PayPal is perhaps the most well-
Think about the things that add a lot www.moneysmart.gov.au known money transfer system, but it
of value versus what you pay for but If you have internet banking set up with
does attract a currency conversion
your bank, you can easily receive funds
fee. Otherwise, you can check out
from home or send money overseas.
dedicated international money transfer
Just make sure you have all the required
What should I do if I am facing financial difficulties? services like Western Union, Cohort Go
codes (SWIFT, Sort and, for Europeans,
and Flywire.
If you are having any difficulties with your finances, your first contact should be IBAN) and the correct account
your educational institution. They have qualified staff available to help and can numbers. Bank accounts are best for A prepaid credit card is a great way
point you in the right direction for support. If you are experiencing financial transferring small amounts and paying to receive money from home for daily
hardship then you may be able to apply to pay your tuition in instalments. your everyday expenses. If you are expenses and not fall into the trap of
transferring larger amounts of money spending more money than you have in
and want a better exchange rate with your budget. Companies like Vasco Pay
Where can I seek help for problems There are a number of resources lower fees, you may want to consider offer prepaid cards designed just for
with gambling? available to help people experiencing other services. students, as well as additional services
gambling addiction. These include the like weekly discounts so you can get a
Gambling can be addictive, which ACT Gambling Counselling and Support Money transfer companies provide a
bit of extra spending power.
not only affects your health, but your Service and various community services. fast option to send and receive money
finances too. To get an accurate picture overseas in minutes. If you shop around,
of how much gambling is costing you, www.racr.org.au specialist international money transfer
use the calculator on the Gambler’s www.gamblinghelponline.org.au companies will often give you a better
Help website. deal on currency exchange rates than
your bank.
www.gamblershelp.com.au
Pay your education expenses and BPAY is an electronic bill payment
THE COST OF LIVING other bills system that enables secure payment
PERSONALISE YOUR EXPENSES
CALCULATOR for many different expenses, like your
COMPARE AUSTRALIAN CITIES Student payment services are a secure monthly mobile phone or other utility
Need to work out a budget way to make payments to educational
for your time in Australia? The ASSESS THE PRICES IN MULTIPLE bills. Look for the BPAY reference
institutions, insurance, accommodation number on your bill and then select the
Insider Guides Cost of Living CURRENCIES
or other education service providers, BPAY option on your internet, mobile
Calculator lets you work out SAVE YOUR RESULTS FOR LATER or to your own bank account for living
how much you’ll likely be or phone banking account to make your
expenses. Companies like Cohort payment.
spending in Canberra. www.insiderguides.com.au/colc Go and Flywire offer great foreign
exchange rates and make paying for
your education expenses easy.
34 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 35Employment basics
Can I work while studying?
While on a student visa, you can work up to 40 hours per fortnight during the
semester and unlimited hours during semester breaks. A fortnight means 14 days.
Australia has laws guaranteeing basic workplace rights, including minimum pay and
conditions. We’ll go into these later in the guide.
What do I need to know about tax?
Before working in Australia, it is crucial to obtain a Tax File Number (TFN). Your
TFN will ensure that you get taxed at the correct rate for the amount of work you
are doing. Australia has a tax-free threshold of $18,200, meaning you will pay no
tax if you earn less than this amount in one year. If you have any tax taken from
your earnings, you will need to complete a tax return at the end of the financial
year.
Do I need an Australian Business Number (ABN)?
You don’t need an ABN to work for an Australian employer. You only need one if
you’re an independent contractor, like a freelancer.
www.fairwork.gov.au/find-help-for/independent-contractors
What is superannuation?
Often known as ‘super’, it is a financial contribution towards a fund that you use to
live on when you retire. You can contribute to your own fund, but most commonly
your employer does this. If you are an employee, the law in Australia says you
are entitled to receive super from your employer. If you earn over $450 (before
tax) in the calendar month, your employer must contribute at least 9.5% of your
earnings to your nominated super fund. This is in addition to your ordinary wage.
You can also claim super when you leave Australia.
www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Super
Internships and work experience
Employment An internship may be a compulsory part of your degree, or you might just want
a bit of extra professional experience to improve your resume. Check with
your institution’s career centre for options for arranging an internship or work
experience.
36 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 37WHY SHOULD I VOLUNTEER?
Volunteering will provide you with a vast
Learn How to Find
a Job in Australia
range of soft skills, improve your ability
to communicate, allow you to make new
friends, and help you integrate with your
new community. Your university may have a
volunteering office, but if not, seek help at
the careers office. Off-campus volunteering
may take you further into the local community
and allow you to learn about Australian
Online training tailored to teach you how to:
customs. The experience you develop through
volunteering can be of great advantage when Ê apply for part time work while studying
you apply for a professional role.
Ê apply for an internship
www.volunteeringact.org.au
Ê apply for full time graduate work
JOB READINESS TRAINING FOR
STUDENTS AND GRADUATES
GETTING A JOB AFTER YOU
GRADUATE
After you graduate, you can apply for a
Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) which
will let you live, study and work in Australia
for a set number of years depending on the
education level you complete. As a regional
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To learn more about employability skills,
we recommend reviewing the International
Education Association of Australia (IEAA)
International Employability Guide.
www.ieaa.org.au/research/employability
38 STUDYCBR.COM.AUWhere should I
look for a part-time/casual job? How do I write a résumé?
Many international students use the www.seek.com.au
popular website Seek to find jobs. www.careerone.com.au The basics of a résumé include your contact details, previous work history and, for
Other large popular sites include students and recent graduates, information on your education. Keep it as concise
Career One and Indeed. OneShift Jobs au.indeed.com as possible and get somebody to proofread it for you.
and Spot Jobs are also great places to au.oneshiftjobs.com Include at least one reference; this should be a previous employer or someone who
look. These student-oriented sites make
www.spotjobs.com knows your work or study ethic. Speak to a friendly tutor if you need them to be
it easier for international students to
a reference. Your résumé and cover letter should be targeted for a particular role;
find appropriate roles while studying
don’t use the same generic versions for all jobs.
in Australia.
We have underlined the errors in the following résumé in red.
PERSONAL INFORMATION Avoid including your date of birth
or particularly personal information
Ms Jane Lee like your height/weight, marital
COMMON PART-TIME JOBS 2019 Guides Street status or religion. You also don’t need
FOR INTERNATIONAL to include your visa status, as you
STUDENTS X Email - iloveponies27@hotmail.com
should have working rights anyway.
Ph (01) 2345 6789
RETAIL SALES ASSISTANT
Make sure your email address is
X DOB - 01/02/03 professional.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT X Height - 250cm Weight - 170kg
BARISTA Visa - Student
Carefully proofread your résumé to
X Marital Status - Divorced eliminate all typos and other errors.
GENERAL HOSPITALITY STAFF
X Religion - Jedi
EVENT STAFF Highlight your responsibilities in the
role and, where relevant, showcase
CLEANER EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
any significant achievements
FOOD DELIVERY X Shop Asistant (awards, beating targets etc.).
Insider Shop Jan 2017 - Present If you haven’t graduated yet, list
Responsibilities: Handling Money your expected completion date.
Key Achievements: Staff Award You certainly don’t need to include
your primary school education. High
school is definitely optional, but
WHERE CAN I GET MORE EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION? EDUCATION HISTORY won’t look out of place if you want
The Insider Guides website and YouTube channel provide lots of information to highlight your history of high
on employment. Bachelor of Arts - Insider University
achievement.
www.insiderguides.com.au/category/employment Insider Primary School
X
Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate
Include short courses if you believe
2017
they are relevant or beneficial to the
role you are applying for.
40 STUDYCBR.COM.AU INSIDERGUIDES.COM.AU 41WORKPLACE
Am I getting the right pay? Want to work while you study ?
EXPLOITATION As an international student, you have the
It’s important that you same workplace rights as all workers in
Australia. The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO)
Know your workplace rights
understand your rights at work.
There are a few things to be can help if you have concerns about pay,
aware of to ensure you don’t leave or how you’re treated at work.
end up being exploited by your www.fairwork.gov.au has information in
?
employer. different languages to help you understand ending employment
your work rights. Check if you are getting pay rates public holidays
1. Avoid job ads that look the right pay and entitlements using the Fair
suspicious. Make sure Work Ombudsman’s Pay And Conditions breaks sick leave
they mention the business Tool (PACT) at www.fairwork.gov.au/PACT.
name and look it up on the
penalties payslips
Australian Business Name You can contact the FWO for help without cash-in-hand deductions
fear of your visa being cancelled, as long as
register (abr.business.gov.au)
certain conditions are met. See
unpaid work internships
2. Minimum wage is currently www.fairwork.gov.au/internationalstudents annual leave award coverage
set at $19.49 or $24.36 for for more information. hours of work language help
casuals, and may go up in
July 2020. The FWO’s anonymous reporting tool at sham contracting
www.fairwork.gov.au/tipoff lets you report flexible work
3. You should be paid at least a workplace issue without providing your
once a month, receiving a personal information. It’s available in 17
payslip within one working languages. The FWO’s record my hours app
day of being paid. makes it easy to record the hours you’ve
worked. Download it now from the App
4. You should always be paid for
work that you do, including
Store or get it on Google Play!
International students have the same
training and trial shifts.
Record your hours to make
You can visit www.fairwork.gov.au or call the
FWO on 13 13 94. To speak your language workplace rights as all workers in Australia
sure you’re being paid in full. you can call the Translating and Interpreting
Service (TIS) on 13 14 50. Tell the operator
5. Employers are not allowed
the language you speak and ask them to The Fair Work Ombudsman is the government agency that can help you understand
to give you goods or services
call the FWO on 13 13 94. Contacting and Australian workplace laws, and resolve workplace issues.
(including food) instead of
getting help from the FWO is FREE!
pay.
The Fair Work Ombudsman provides FREE services to all employers and employees
in Australia, including international students.
THE YOUNG WORKERS CENTRE
You can find more information at:
The Young Workers Centre offers resources and free, confidential advice for
workers under the age of 25 in Canberra. Visit their website to browse a range
of useful employment resources, or call 02 6225 8104 for support if you think
www.fairwork.gov.au or call us on 13 13 94
you’re facing any kind of workplace exploitation. (13 14 50 for the Translating and Interpreting Service)
www.youngworkers.org.au facebook.com/
Your educational institution may also have an employment or welfare support fairwork.gov.au
service – check their website for more information.
@fairwork_gov_au
FairworkGovAu
42 STUDYCBR.COM.AUStudent resources
What services are available INTERNATIONAL
STUDENT OFFICE
on campus?
On campus, this office is your best
You’re paying a lot of money to study friend. Staff will assist with your
here, so you should know what your orientation, organise social events
institution offers for free as part of and answer any questions that relate
your fees! Many international students specifically to international students.
don’t realise just how much help is
available. LIBRARY
CAREER CENTRE There is more to the library than just
books. Libraries are full of meeting
This office will assist you in creating an rooms, TVs, journal databases,
effective résumé and explain how to computers and more. If you can’t
complete a job application and prepare get work done at home, head to the
for a job interview. Staff can also help library. Learning how to use the library
you plan out your graduate career effectively will drastically improve your
and discover volunteer and internship chances of truly succeeding in your
opportunities. They can help you find studies. Libraries also offer a range of
casual work, too. Not many students workshops to enhance your academic
use this office because they simply skills.
don’t know about it. Now you do!
Where can I get help with PRIVATE TUTORING
my coursework? You can hire a private tutor if you
need assistance in a particular subject.
If you need assistance with your You’ll usually find them listed on your
studies or are falling behind on your education provider’s noticeboard, or
coursework, there are plenty of support you can use the Student VIP website.
services around Canberra.
www.studentvip.com.au/tutors
STUDENT LEARNING HUBS
APPROACH STAFF
Most educational institutions offer a
central learning hub that provides free Your teaching staff are there to help. If
Studying
individual support in particular subjects, you’re struggling, reach out to them for
as well as activities designed to improve assistance – it’s their job to provide the
things like English skills, digital literacy, advice you need. They can also refer
writing and more. Check out your you to other support services.
provider’s website for details.
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Campus libraries often
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library.
WHAT IS referencing them. If
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idea, even if you write it
Plagiarism is essentially
in your own words, you
copying someone else’s
will need to provide the
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as your own. This may
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46 STUDYCBR.COM.AU“ Attending
O-Week
Be part of any society or
community, including societies
at your university. By joining
any of them, you will meet
new friends. Attending
Orientation Week (O-Week) is
also beneficial for new students
because you will meet other Study terms
new students.
I met my first friends when I
attended a friendship event Census date Grade point average first half of the year (Feb-
at O-Week. After that, my The date by which (GPA) July) and semester two in
classmates pretty much became you must finalise your This score is the average the second half (Aug-Dec).
my friends.
- Nurul, Indonesia
“ enrolment before fees are
charged. The last day to
withdraw from a course
without having it listed on
your academic record.
of the results you receive
in your program, taking
into account different unit
values of courses.
TAFE (Technical And
Further Education)
These vocational
education providers cover
Lecture a range of subjects and
Course Regular formal offer various levels of
Prepare for your studies The individual unit of presentations of the certificates and diplomas.
study that makes up course material, delivered Students receive practical
CREATE A LESSON TIMETABLE
WHAT TO PACK a program - usually to a large number of and vocation-oriented
STUDENT ID
completed in a semester - students by an academic education.
An easy-to-understand lesson timetable for which a result is given.
(IF RECEIVED IN O-WEEK) staff member.
means you’ll always know where you’re Each course will have a
supposed to be and when. OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY DOCUMENTS course coordinator, who is Transcript (Academic
an academic staff member Orientation (O-week) record)
CREATE A STUDY TIMETABLE DIARY with overall responsibility A week of activities and Official academic
for teaching. information sessions to transcripts cost money
Organise your routine around your classes CAMPUS MAP welcome new students to to get from your Student
and include time for study and other the university at the start Centre, but graduating
TEXTBOOKS FOR ALL SUBJECTS (OR Full-time
activities. of each semester. students are given one free
AT LEAST A COUPLE OF SUBJECTS!) The number of units copy. Unofficial records
CHARGE YOUR DEVICES to be considered 1.0 can be printed using the
FOLDERS FOR ALL SUBJECTS Practical (Prac)
EFTSL (Equivalent Full- online login you use at
Make sure your laptop and phone are A COUPLE OF PENS AND PENCILS Time Student Load). Regular sessions where
International students in students participate university.
charged. You don’t want to run out of
A NOTEBOOK OR TWO Australia generally have to in exercises after a
battery halfway through your second brief presentation and
be enrolled full-time. Tutorial (Tute)
class! CABLES FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICES
explanation from a tutor. An often compulsory
PRINT OUT OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY DOCUMENTS SNACKS, PLUS MONEY FOR COFFEE small discussion group,
Semester led by a tutor, to discuss
Make sure you’ve printed all the POSITIVE ATTITUDE - THIS IS AN
The university year for the material presented in
paperwork you need, so orientation is an EXCITING DAY!
most students will be lectures.
easier process. divided into two semesters.
Semester one runs in the
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