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Moving to Australia

Written by on October 1st, 2023.      0 comments


If  you are moving to Australia there are many things to do before you arrive and also when you settle in.  This page will give you some resources to help you establish yourself in Australia.
 

The Migration process

The following site gives you all the information you need to guide you through the process of migrating to Australia.
Migration process
 

Finding Accommodation

Finding somewhere to live is the next challenge.  The following page will assist you to find a new home to live in.
Finding accommodation

Finding a rental property:-  

Furnishing a home/unit

You can buy your furniture both in store and online. This will ensure you get delivery as well.

If you want to save money, it is best to buy furniture and goods secondhand.  The most commonly used sites for second hand items are the following:-
https://www.gumtree.com.au/
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/


Getting Around

All of Australia's cities have reliable and affordable public bus networks. In the bigger cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, you'll also find train networks (and tram systems in Melbourne).

Most larger regional towns also have public bus systems.


 

Shop Opening Hours


Most retail shops in capital cities and large metropolitan areas in Australia, are open the following hours:-
Monday - Friday    9.00am - 5.30pm
Saturday  9.00am - 12pm  (some stores in major shopping centres are open until 4.00pm)   
Sunday - closed   (some stores in major shopping centres are open until 4.00pm)

The above times will vary in smaller locations in Australia


 
 

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