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Australia’s Minimum Wage to Increase on 1 July 2025
The Fair Work Commission has announced a 3.5% increase to the National Minimum Wage and minimum award wages. This change takes effect from... Read More
Employability Support Services in Canberra
Ready to start looking for a job in Canberra? To help you kick-start your search, your educational institution may provide employability... Read More
Spotify & Study: The Best Playlists for Productivity
If you're an international student in Australia gearing up for exams, you might be looking for ways to boost your focus and make the most... Read More
7 Perfect Meals For When You’re Revising (That You’ll Actually Have the Time and Energy to Cook)
Studying hard doesn’t mean you need to survive on only toast or instant noodles. When you’re stuck for time and mental energy,... Read More
Your Study Survival Kit: SWOTVAC Hacks for International Students
As Semester 1 draws to a close, it’s completely normal to be feeling stressed or overwhelmed about how you’re going to tackle studying... Read More
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