Tag: moving to Australia

Quick facts about the six Australian states and two mainland territories: New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania, the ACT and the Northern Territory.

Migrating to Australia has been a dream and life changing opportunity for millions. When Covid-19 subsides, the race to live Down Under will be on again.

Australia has long been considered one of the most favourable options when it comes to South Africans wishing to emigrate. Should you sign-up?

Are there new ways for parents to join their children in Australia?

The sheer thrill of being on the other side of the world was enough for me to become hooked on Australia. But there are other reasons Poms can't resist the lure of life Down Under.

From November 2019, two new visa routes will open up to work in Australia.

Visa changes implemented this month affect all those wanting to migrate to Australia.

Australia calls itself the 'Lucky Country' with good reason. If you are thinking of making the move Down Under you should definitely take a look at the latest list of skilled occupations the country is seeking.

Home Affairs and Immigration Minister Peter Dutton has directed his department to explore whether South African farmers can be accepted into Australia through refugee, humanitarian or other visas.

TAXING MATTERS: An understanding of the local tax system is a must if your non-Australian partner or family are planning to move there, writes Steve Douglas.

Researchers discovered what we suspected all along... Britons have already decided where in Australia they would really like to live.

Australia is a land of genuine opportunity, and there are chances that are begging to be taken by highly-motivated immigrants.

The changes to the citizenship tests aren’t wholesale, but they have raised the bar for an English speaking skills-set.

VIDEO: We call it the 'Lucky Country' for a reason. Some have called it "an improved version of the United States". Despite the harsh climate and killer wildlife, it has become a magnet for rich immigrants. Here's why...

Prime minister and immigration minister confirm plans to end one of the most popular and controversial visas for skilled migrants to work in Australia.

The Australian economy has a 1.80% year-on-year GDP growth rate. The country’s interest rate is 1.50%, and the inflation rate is 1.30%.

Choosing a good primary school for your child is one of the biggest decisions you will make as a parent. Primary school sets the foundation for your child’s education in the future.

You wake up to an email from the Department of Immigration with your Australian visa grant. All the hard work has paid off - and you’re finally cleared for emigration. But what about your money?

From bridge climbing, to shark diving, to the southern aurora and the Devil's Marbles... Down Under is a wealth of awesome experiences just waiting for you.

The Australian government has announced plans changes to visas for parents visiting their children in Australia in an effort to make it easier and more efficient for families to be reunited.

A big part of job-hunting is about being in the right place at the right time. Good support and being able to stay positive are also essential to finding your feet quickly again on home soil after wandering the world for a few years.

Bridging the gap between two different education systems in the two different countries often takes a toll on South African kids who have moved to Australia.

Most Aussie start-ups are concerned about technological and marketing aspects of launching a new business. Most young entrepreneurs don’t realise that there are many bureaucratic and corporate hurdles to overcome as well when starting a new business.

If you are heading to Brisbane soon, or you know someone who is, make The Joy Project your first port of call. The Joy Project offer relocation support and advice for anyone moving to Brisbane.

Service Works Global (SWG) leading provider of Integrated Workplace Management Solutions is expanding its Australian operation and is looking for experienced personnel for a variety of positions.

There are three questions that new South African expats who arrive in Australia inevitably ask. Back in SA the answers to these questions accurately suss out a person's social standing, but in Australia they're a no-go.

There are a lot of wonderful reasons to consider moving to Australia even without the stereotypical accents.

Three quarters of UK-based IT professionals surveyed, says they'd take the opportunity to leave the UK if they got the chance.

If you like your open spaces and raw, natural scenery, you have come to the right place.

Selling your Australian property? You will need to engage a solicitor.

There is no doubt that moving to the other side of the world can be costly, but with some careful planning there are plenty of ways to save both time and money in the process.

There’s never been a better time for people to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams and aspirations.

The UK’s only FREE Australian Pre-Departure Seminar hosted by TV and Radio Presenter Nicki Chapman.

Do you want to migrate from the UK to Australia and need help with your visa application?

You may think that because you have already made the move one way, the return will be really easy, but this isn’t necessarily the case.

Britain and Australia have similar cultures and drive on the same side of the road, but when it comes to property, which country comes out on top?

Whether you’re a recent graduate, or are looking to take your career in another direction, it’s interesting to consider which Aussie jobs are in high demand.

Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics reveals that 28% of the nation’s population was born overseas, the highest level in 120 years.

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.

MOVE TO AUSTRALIA | Complete step-by-step checklist guide for planning your move to Australia to live and work.

Australian Department of Immigration and Border Protection research seeks to better define the country's migration objectives.

Where is best to live, work, be seen and find a date? Australia is doing pretty well in all departments.

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

British migrants to Australia are loving the Aussie life, according to a new survey.

The development of Australia's population and society relies heavily on migration, as statistic show.

You could be on Wanted Down Under', a BBC's popular reality series showing Britons considering the move to The Lucky Country' just what to expect.

Feeling ill? You may have been living in Australia too long since migrating.

New research revealed that the Australian population consists of people born in more than 252 places.

Over a quarter of the Australian population are foreign born migrants, according to the last Census, and where they settle in the country may well depend on where they came from.

This month has seen some notable changes to the Australian General Skilled Migration programme. Have a look to see how your profession could be affected.