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One of the best times to explore Australia and all it has to offer is during the Christmas break. The Australian sun is warm and shining, the ocean fresh and inviting, locals are relaxed and excited for the holiday break, and Christmas decorations adorn cities and...
Australia and snow. This combination doesn’t seem to match, does it? Australia is a red, scorching desert and snow is… cold. If you’re like most people, then your concept of Australia likely consists of sun-drenched beaches, unique wildlife and blue skies. Not...
Australia’s Boxing Day sales are a dream if you’re a bargain hunter! On 26 December, you’ll find shoppers across Australia flocking to stores to take part in retail therapy. While there are some great deals available, you need to be careful with how you budget and act...
Whether you’re interested in building career skills, networking, or simply want to enjoy some leisure time, there are plenty of activities, events and workshops for international students to sink their teeth in during the holidays. From Sydney to Perth and everywhere...
It’s December in Australia, decorations are going up and Christmas music is playing everywhere you go, which can only mean one thing — Christmas is just around the corner! In Australia, Christmas is traditionally spent with family, but in recent years, the trend of...
After a long semester of hard work, the summer holidays are right around the corner! Maybe you’ve made big plans to recharge your body and mind, reconnect with friends or visit new places. However, before you know it, you are snuggled in bed, binge-watching...
Hobart’s live music scene is as eclectic and edgy as the city itself. From talented indie acts performing in hole-in-the-wall venues to international electronic DJs playing at cool winter music festivals, Hobart really has it all. Whether you’ve been hitting up the...
While the holidays feel like they stretch off into the distance, once you finish your classes you might be at a loss as to how you’re going to improve your English. After all, you’ve spent the semester surround by people all speaking the language—what do you do when...