Tag: living overseas

Jersey is a world renowned international finance centre (IFC) and is home to 12,470 industry professionals. As a leading IFC, Jersey is recognised for its strong tradition of corporate governance and regulation, and is internationally recognised as a highly reputable jurisdiction and well respected business centre.

HONEYMOONING NOMAD: It is more important than ever that we celebrate our freedom by enabling others, when we can, to live freely too. But a good place to start is in our own country.

WATCH | There’s nothing better than dropping in on an unsuspecting relative after years abroad. But the reaction of Harry's mum when he surprises her after two years is priceless!

The Home Office has just released the visa fee increases for entry into the UK, meaning that it is now more expensive to visit loved ones, work, set up shop, or gain British citizenship.

HONEYMOONING NOMAD | The working holiday was just that; a holiday. Now it’s time to get serious about life.

Expat Explorer Report ranks Australia fourth for an expat experience, while the UK languishes near bottom for overseas living.

Swapping London and New York for higher incomes in Shanghai and Singapore is paying off for the many Aussies spread across the region. Indeed, more Australian expats earn top dollars abroad than other expat nationalities.

FROM THE HOMEFRONT I When living overseas, there’s an inflated pressure to balance the beauty myth with the burst of lifestyle change you’ve flown into and I fell for it, hard.

FROM THE HOMEFRONT I Top three drawbacks awaiting you at home when you return from London and your travels.

New savings report has Australia ranked number 1 in the world while the UK sits at 11th and is on a downward slope.

Aussie volunteers needed to help with our project on Commonwealth visas.

Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Stevens has resumed attempts to talk the Aussie dollar down.

You think you know passion? You haven’t met the European football fans.

Determining whether or not someone is a player online can, in some cases, be easier than if you only were in contact with them in the real world.

Honeymooning Nomad | Of course my friends and family top the list, but there's something else you don't really find in the UK that this Australian misses dearly and I can't wait wrap my laughing gear around it.

Come and help us paint this AFL London nest pink!

Why is there such a strong preference for fixed rate loans and longer term loans?

Passportia advises couples who are resident outside the UK where one partner is a British citizen (or settled in the UK — “the sponsor”) and the other partner is subject to immigration control. 

Three Australian cities are considered among the 20 most expensive cities in the world but London takes the number one spot, especially when it comes to the dating game.

The Citizenship (Armed Forces) Act 2014 will make it easier for Australians in the British armed forces to become British citizens.

Following the lead of the UK, Australia plans to replace the customary sick note with a 'fit note'.

Many at my London university seem to be of the opinion that in order to be a feminist, you have to be involved with an official activist organization, or hold a piece of cardboard outside a building.

The Immigration Bill going through Parliament will severely restrict rights of appeal

EXPAT FAMILIES | International Family Law Specialist, Helen Blackburn answers your questions on international parental child abduction.

Founded by Australian chef Scott Hallsworth, Kurobuta is London's no nonsense, rock n roll style Japanese izakaya. They are now looking for more cool, outgoing types, crazy about hospitality.

EXPAT FAMILIES: International Family Law Specialist, Carmel Brown, answers your questions on how assets are divided on divorce.

In this ever increasingly hectic world, it often takes time and energy to ensure that you are getting the best from your pay packet.

According to HMRC, 1 in 3 taxpayers are due some tax back, with an estimated £322 million going unclaimed each year. This situation also affects many Aussies working in Britain.

EXPAT FACTOR | Catherine Weate's 20-year love affair with London has seen her working across a diverse range of industries, such as theatre, film, television, radio, education, commerce, law and politics. Most recently she's been busy co-developing The Real Accent App, a new ground breaking tool for learning accents.

Julie Bishop among guests celebrating achievements of Aussie women in Britain at gala event held at Australia House in London.

EXPAT FAMILIES | International Family Law Specialist, Ann Thomas answers your questions on issues that affect an ever increasing number of families who live and work abroad.

Qantas and Australian Business, supported by the Australian High Commission and the Australian Times, are pleased to announce the finalists for the Qantas Australian Woman of the Year in the UK Award 2014.

Many people feel that schools and educational institutes are exempt from branding — which is far from true.

The winner of the 2014 Qantas Australian Woman of the Year in the UK Award will be announced on 11 March, at a reception at the Australian High Commission.

Lifestyle choices DR NIGEL SMITH says you can make now to reduce your long- term risk of cancer.

EXPAT FAMILIES | International Family Law Specialist, David Hodson answers your questions on issues that affect an ever increasing number of families who live and work abroad.

Seven Australian photographers are today announced on the shortlist of the prestigious 2014 Sony World Photography Awards.

HONEYMOONING NOMAD | Dry January is a great excuse to save your money and improve your health. But after 31 days without alcohol, if you feel entitled to reward yourself with a boozy weekend, maybe this approach is not working the way it should.

Winds can blow and wreak havoc, fire can burn and destroy, ground can shift and move chaotically, but water is the most dangerous element by a long shot.

Australian Business UK, the not for profit membership-based organisation, bringing together professionals and companies in the United Kingdom who have Australian interests and connections, is looking to hire a new Membership Relations executive.

AUSTRALIA DAY | Our Honeymooning Nomad gets right into the spirit of things, and shows Aussie expats in London how to soak up the best of Australia on Australia Day.

AUSTRALIA DAY | Here's the list of all the best Aussie celebrations around London. Whether you’re in the east, south, west or north, rest assured there’ll be a pub somewhere near you putting on an Aussie themed shindig for you and your mates.

AUSTRALIA DAY | Wine merchant Humble Grape is inviting you to a special post Australia Day event at The Haciendas Club where you can taste premium reds and whites from the best Aussie artisan producers.

AUSTRALIA DAY | Have you ever misread the date on an invitation and turned up to a party a day early? It's embarrassing and awkward all at the same time. Well don't worry if it happens on the Australia Day weekend as there will be plenty going on around London ...

OUR LONDON | In this London guide an Aussie Times writer brings you a top five list from their favourite neighbourhood. Fulham may be an Antipodean hub but as EMMA BROWN can attest Australians still experience England at its finest and funnest through the local cafés, markets and pubs.

Jetlag is celebrating all that is great about Australia with a line up of Australian film, sport, food, drink and the favourite songs of 2013 as voted by Aussies.

Here are our top Christmas market picks because either they’re just that little bit different or they're set in one of London's best spots.

PHOTO GALLERY | Check out our photos of The Church Christmas Party for 2013 at The Coronet.

EXPAT FACTOR | In between conquering Europe and soaking up the London lifestyle, SOPHIE HART works on projects which can make a real difference to the world as a Senior Designer and Production Manager at CBI, The Confederation of British Industry.

You've had a great summer full of travel and fun with friends, now the cold is settling in and you're wondering what to do for Christmas. With no sun, sea, sand or seafood — here's a quick guide to a few ways to celebrate the festive season in the big ...