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Let us rejoice – the winter weather is slowly fading, and spring is on its way. Bring on trips to the farmer's market with friends, post-dinner strolls before the sun goes down, and the smell of fresh flowers tickling your nostrils while the ‘friendly’ neighbourhood...
When Arsenal won the UK Premier League a few weeks ago, over a million people flooded the streets of North London for the victory parade. It was a massive celebration, 22 years in the making. Now imagine the same thing happening in Sydney or Melbourne for the team...
Landing in Australia as an international student comes with a steep learning curve, and it’s not just figuring out your study timetable, finding somewhere to live and learning how to pronounce “Melbourne” correctly. Thankfully, we’ve put together an (unofficial)...
Australia is home to incredibly rich and diverse First Nations cultures. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples were the first inhabitants of this land, and their traditions, stories, and practices are deeply embedded in the nation's identity. Celebrating and...
If you've been scrolling through your phone lately and spotted Sydney Sweeney climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge or Jake Gyllenhaal on set in Queensland, you're not imagining things! Australia has recently become one of Hollywood's favourite filming destinations, and...
Australia is a mystical place, so it’s perhaps no wonder that it’s inspired many myths . But while you probably already know it’s not overrun by giant spiders, you might find some surprises around the corner as the cooler weather hits. To help you get ahead, we’ve...
Australian Rules Football, known as AFL, has been called Australia’s national sport — and for good reason! With 18 teams, almost 10 million fans , and the rapid growth of the AFL’s women’s league (AFLW), it’s clear you’ll find a deep, diehard love for this game all...
A national day of commemoration and remembrance, Anzac Day falls on 25 April each year. As an international student, you may be wondering: “What is Anzac Day?” In addition to being a national public holiday , this day carries great significance in Australia’s history...
Reality TV in Australia is hugely popular, and for good reason! Australian reality shows have a reputation for being addictive, dramatic and sometimes, surprisingly wholesome. If you’re a fan of chaotic dating shows, love to watch high-pressure cooking or are...