Tag: Australia

It is hard for an Aussie to live in the UK and not notice the pervasive influence of class, woven into the cultural fabric of English society. Whilst the idea of an Australian classless society may be an 'egalitarian myth' , it is, as CATHERINE BURRELL argues, an important part ...

POSTCARDS FROM JIMEOIN | Fair Dinkum mate. Jimeoin writes us a postcard from monsoonal Queensland ahead of his UK tour.

Thousands of Australians have gathered in London at events across town to celebrate Australia Day. With music, comedy, and epic Aussie Day parties on at pubs in all parts of London, it was hard to escape the festive spirit.

TUBE TALK | This Australia Day let's 'Aussify' the Tube.

AUSTRALIA DAY IN UK | This Australia Day 2013 in London, why don't you celebrate in true Aussie style by laughing along with some of Australia's best comedians at Clapham Grand's Comedy Carnival. Featuring a fantastic Aussie line-up, with Big Colin Cole, Brisbane's Benny Boot and Pete Jonas from Melbourne, ...

AUSTRALIA DAY IN UK | Where were you last Australia Day? And what are your plans this time around? Our writers reflect on their Australia Day experiences, both in the UK and back home, and share their ideas to make this year one to remember.

AUSTRALIA DAY | Every year the Triple J Hottest 100 Countdown provides the soundtrack to Australia Day celebrations around the country. You might be tuning in from the UK this year, but you can still make sure you catch all the action this Australia Day by streaming it live.

AUSTRALIA DAY IN UK | With Australia Day falling on a Saturday in 2013, London is in for one hell of an Australia Day party. We’ve got the list of all the best Aussie celebrations on around town. Whether you’re in the east, south, west or north, rest assured there’ll ...

AUSTRALIA DAY IN UK | What could be more Aussie than quoting along to The Castle, eating a Cherry Ripe and having a beer. Well, it's all possible at the special Australia Day 'The Castle Quote Along' screening, hosted by the boys from Bogan Bingo.

AUSTRALIA DAY IN UK | Celebrate Australia Day in London 2013 with a special 'Sunday in the Apartment' at Australia House showcase of Australian talent. Special guests include stage and screen star Adam Garcia, Michael Falzon from the musical War of the Worlds and fashion designer Benjamin Mach ahead of ...

AUSTRALIA DAY IN UK | There is no shortage of ways Australians can celebrate Australia Day 2013 in the UK, including at parties being hosted by our favourite pubs and clubs across London town. However, there are also a number of alternative ways to celebrate — with Aussie film classics, ...

IT remains one of the most in-demand and fast-paced employment sectors on the planet, and Australia is no exception

As well as being blessed with a whole heap of minerals, Australia does alright for itself in terms of oil and gas production as well.

Australia's reputation as the "lucky country" comes from prosperity linked to its abundance of natural resources, a boom that continues to drive the economy.

Even a brief visit to Australia is enough to teach you that Aussies love eating, and love eating out.

Engineers work in a huge variety of sectors, and there is much variation in the job specifics

Road transport is the main method of moving goods around the vast continent of Australia.

Sales reps may hover somewhere just above politicians and the media in the court of public opinion, but they play a crucial role in the development and success of any business.

Demand for skilled tradespeople remains high in Australia, as is the trend in many western countries.

Nursing remains one of the most in-demand job sectors in Australia.

Australia remains one of the major hubs for business and finance for the Asia-Pacific region.

With tennis star Tommy Haas the latest celebrity to join the long list of Aussie celebrity visitors who have hugged a koala, and had a photo taken, we collect our favourite shots in one handy album. Because, who doesn't like looking at photos of koalas?

Sydney Harbour welcomed in 2013 with a $6.6 million fireworks spectacular themed 'Embrace' by the event's creative ambassador, Kylie Minogue.

AUSTRALIA DAY | Every year the Triple J Hottest 100 Countdown provides the soundtrack to many Australia Day celebrations around the country. Australians living in London and the UK can make sure they're still part of the event by voting now for their favourite songs of 2012.

The premiere of Les Miserables in Sydney stopped thousands of shoppers in their tracks, as Hugh Jackman and Russell Crowe walked a red carpet that ran the length of Pitt Street Mall.

Sunrise in Sydney, when the sun's rays first cast over the city's iconic locations, is one of the most beautiful sights in the world.

The Bridle Trail between Bathurst and HIll End in NSW is full of rugged and varied terrain and beautiful wild views. Camping and bushwalking is popular along the route.

A breakthrough in a rocket-powered superplane project has been revealed by jet experts.

Some of the best sky in world can be seen in Australia's mountains in winter. Titled 'heart tree stars' this shot captures the beauty of the Milky Way from rural Australia.

As late evening sets over the wheat paddocks of Western Australia, one reader snaps this shot to share a little piece of home with us here in the UK.

The once steady stream of Aussies to London and the UK, seeking culture, challenge and, in later years, money, seems to be on the verge of reversing fortunes. UK Home Office research released last week shows that a distinct trend in UK professionals pursuing opportunities abroad.

TWEETS OF THE WEEK | Barack Obama's "four more years'' victory tweet has had 802,216 retweets and counting, a twittersphere record. However, some other tweeters aren't quite as happy. So unhappy in fact, they think they might have better luck in Australia.

When heading home to Australia there is a lot to think about, but securing employment for when you get back tends to come high up the list. Read our guide to writing a resume to help you secure that all-important interview, and clear the first hurdle in finding work on ...

In the current environment, many lenders can no longer provide expat or non-resident investment (BTL) loans, and others have adopted much more stringent criteria. There are some very important points to note right now, if you plan to buy or manage your UK home or investment property from Australia.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | With so many options from which to choose, it’s often tough to select a decent bank that will service all your financial needs. The Commonwealth Bank is such a bank, with an extensive network throughout Australia and an International Customer Services team in London to assist ...

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | People go to a financial planner because keeping up with constant changes in Australian tax and superannuation legislation, understanding market movements and monitoring the performance of various investments can be a minefied.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Moving to a new country and buying a home there is a worthwhile experience, especially when you are talking about Australia.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Insurance might be a grudge purchase, but it is a necessary evil and can potentially protect you from catastrophic financial losses. Australia has a well-developed home and personal insurance market, and as with banking, there are a range of choices to make.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Visa options for moving to Australia to live and work or to travel; including eligibility criteria.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Australia is in great need for skilled migrants to move there in order to maintain its rapidly growing economy, and as such there are many fantastic job opportunities for people like you.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | What you need to consider when updating your CV to give you the best chance of finding that great job in Australia.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Starting a business in Australia can be challenging, but following these steps can help you smooth out the process.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | It is said that there are two certainties in life; death and taxes. The latter in Australia shouldn’t be a mystery to you and understanding what is required of you and how it all works go a long way to alleviating the aches and pains that ...

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Similar to the National Insurance scheme in the UK, you are required by law in Australia to make a compulsory payment into a Superannuation retirement fund and the state pension.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | According to the IMF, Australia continues its rise up the global GDP per capita league tables, now ranking 5th in the world.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Overview of Australia: essential facts and statistics, history, standard of living and immigration policy.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | A detailed guide to all of Australia's main cities, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart and the two Territories.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | The Australian currency, its relative strength against other currencies and how it affects your lifestyle in Australia, explained.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Australia's fantastic lifestyle, great weather, cosmopolitan society, and many, many opportunities for work and play make it one of the most desirable nations on Earth in which to live.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Advice for shipping your goods to Australia from the UK.