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International Students React to Australia’s Proposed Visa Fee Increase
Australia is once again considering an increase to student visa application fees—just months after the last hike in July 2024, which saw... Read More
What I Spend in a Day in Canberra: Living on an International Student Budget
Canberra is Australia’s vibrant capital city. Home to some of the world’s best international institutions, an eclectic entertainment... Read More
Flu Season in Australia: Your Guide to Staying Healthy and Protected
It's that time of year again! As the mornings grow crisper and your breath turns to steam, the telltale signs of winter are all around. And... Read More
Breaking the Ice: How to Form Genuine Friendships in Australia
Having studied at Monash University myself, I’ve seen how much genuine friendships enhance your study abroad experience. It is a... Read More
Trump Administration Bars Harvard University from Enrolling International Students
In a significant move, the Trump administration has revoked Harvard University's authority to enrol international students for the... Read More
NT Invests $2 Million to Support International Students in 2025
The Northern Territory Government has announced a $2 million initiative in 2025 aimed at enhancing support for international students. This... Read More
National Reconciliation Week 2025: What it is and How You Can Get Involved
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders’ history in Australia is long and rich, making it the focal point for several celebrations... Read More
The Best Places to Volunteer in Australia
As international students, we took a huge leap coming over to a foreign country – but why does it need to stop there? Whether online or... Read More
Five Things You Can do Right Now to Support and Celebrate First Nations Cultures
Australia is home to incredibly rich and diverse First Nations cultures. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples were the... Read More
Specky, Mark and Smother: An International Student’s Guide to Australian Rules Football
Australian Rules Football, known as AFL, has been called Australia’s national sport — and for good reason! With 18 teams, almost 10... Read More