Tax time is nearly here, which means it’s almost time to lodge your 2024 tax return in Australia! We get it: taxes aren’t anybody’s favourite thing. However, they don’t have to be stressful! In this guide, we break down everything you need to...
Your Guide to Recycling in Australia
If you’re looking to become more environmentally friendly, a key way of lessening your impact on the planet is to recycle. This includes recycling plastic – one of the biggest polluters – but also glass, paper, cardboard, and even electronics like computers and...
How to Save Money on Food and Groceries in Australia
As an international student in Australia, grocery shopping and eating out can be expensive. However, there are strategies to budget and save without sacrificing quality! Reducing your grocery bill can help free up cash to spend on exploring your new home, travelling...
How to Get a Scholarship in Australia
Looking for some financial assistance while you’re studying in Australia? Luckily, there are lots of different scholarships you can apply for. If you’re a high achieving student or are planning on studying for an in-demand career, scholarships can offer you some...
Why You Should Fast-Track Your University Course
When researching your study options in Australia, you may have come across the concept of ‘fast-tracking’ your degree. In short, this means taking additional subjects to finish your studies earlier. Wondering how to fast-track your degree? Here’s everything you need...
8 Most Common Mistakes Candidates Make in Interviews
This article has been contributed by Dominic Soh. Check out his website Industry Bootcamp for more tips and tricks on careers and personal development. While the thought of job interviews might come as daunting or intimidating for some, these are actually great...
Academic English – Top Tools for International Students
There’s English, there’s Australian English and then…there’s academic English. Just when you think you’ve mastered a language, you find there’s an entirely new kind of vocabulary and style used by textbooks and teachers. But, you can easily improve your academic...
How to Really Immerse Yourself in Australian Culture
“Be sure to immerse yourself in Australian culture.” If you’re an international student, you’ve probably been given this advice before. But how is it done? Should you go to the footy, eat Tim Tams and hug a koala? Well, yes you should, but there’s more to it than...