It’s the middle of the year, which means one thing – it’s tax time! As the second half of 2026 gets going, it’s time to get on top of your finances and prepare to lodge your 2025-26 individual tax return. As an international student living in...
Have You Done Your Tax Return? An International Student Guide
If you’re studying in Australia on a student visa and working part-time or casually (perhaps in retail, hospitality or on-campus), you’ll likely need to lodge a tax return. Here’s a clear guide to what you must do, when to do it and how to avoid surprises. 1. Key...
How Exchange Rates are Impacting International Students
In June 2026, the ABC released an article explaining how changing exchange rates are impacting international students living and studying in Australia. While many students choose to work in order to cover the cost of things like tuition, housing and food, some rely on...
Side Hustles You Can do From Your Couch
The phrase ‘side hustle’ is thrown around a whole lot these days, almost to the point where it has lost all meaning. It often pops up in dodgy Instagram DMs from long-forgotten acquaintances which begin with, “Hey, babe – you’re looking amazing," and end with a spiel...
What You Need Know About Your Taxes in 2025
Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025? We can’t either! As the second half of the year gets going, it’s time to get on top of your finances and prepare to lodge your 2024-25 individual tax return. As an international student living in Australia, you might...
New US$150,000 Award Program to Support International Students
IDP Education, in partnership with international payment platform Flywire, has announced a new financial support initiative to ease the cost of studying abroad for international students. The Fly Higher with IDP and Flywire program will be available in 50 countries,...
8 Simple Steps To Take Control of Your Student Budget
Managing your budget doesn’t have to feel like deciphering an ancient scroll. While financial freedom might seem a distant goal, taking charge of your expenses now can set you up for long-term success. Let’s break it down into actionable steps that make sense and fit...
Tax 101: Your Guide to Tax in Australia
As an international student, if you’re studying in Australia for more than six months, you’ll be regarded as an Australian resident for tax purposes, even if you don’t plan to stay forever. The good part here is that as a student, you’re entitled to a few Australian...
What I Spend in a Day in Perth: Living on an International Student Budget
Perth is a bustling city that offers plenty of free and affordable things to see and do, which is particularly important if you’re a student trying to juggle a tight budget and the cost of living. Insider Guides spoke to Malaysian international student and Campus...