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Australian Economy - Two Speed
Fundamentals point to a two-speed Australian economy. The latest data suggests that the domestic economy is feeling the heat from Europe, in spite of the mining boom.
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Australian Dollar Exchange Rates - Where To?
The Australian dollar exchange rates have been on the up and up. If you are planning to move to Australia, get advice on how best to transfer your money.
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Rental Property Australia - What's an Expat to Do?
Applying for a rental property Australia wide is competitive for residents who have a tenant history. But how can you get through when you're an expatriate and have just arrived to the country?
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Sydney Car Auctions, Buying a Used Car
Tips about bidding for a car at Sydney car auctions, and some locations in Sydney where you can see how an auction works before deciding to place your offer.
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Used Cars Sydney, Registering Your Second Hand Car
Browse the Used Cars Sydney page for some tips about registering your first used car in New South Wales.
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Property For Sale Australia, How to Make an Offer
Searching a property for sale Australia wide? Wondering how to make the offer? And what happens afterwards? Here is an overview.
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Australian Houses, How to Avoid Buying a Dud
Before making offers to buy Australian houses you need to organise building and pest inspections to make sure you are buying a good, solid property.
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Property For Sale In Australia, How to Buy Australian Houses
Hunting for a property for sale in Australia? Here are five steps to take when you are looking to purchase a home.
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Real Estate Agents Australia, How Can They Help You Buy Property
Real estate agents Australia are the people to go to when you want deal with property, buy or sell Australian houses.
Facts about Sydney Australia
Here are some facts about Sydney Australia, what houses the residents have and where and how the population moves.
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Sydney Facts and Figures
Here are some quick Sydney facts and figures about Australia's largest city, its population and location.
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Facts of Sydney Australia
One of the interesting facts of Sydney Australia is the huge number of its suburbs and the area they cover. Here are motorways that connect them.
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Where to live in Sydney? Organise your accommodation.
Where to live in Sydney during the first weeks after your arrival and how to find the right accommodation. What to do next?
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Australian Tax Return, When and How?
Taxes are a certainty in life. When you do your Australian tax return you can get money back or you may have to pay more. Find out when to lodge it and how.
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Happy New Year
Darling Harbour Fireworks
Everyone is talking about the New Year fireworks at the Bridge. They were spectacular as always. And those at Darling Harbour were awesome too.
We're so blessed to have these great water views that make any show absolutely electrifying.
Happy New Year!
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Australian Money, What Can It Buy You?
Many new comers or visitors ask how much Australian money they need per week. Spending habits vary, but everyone allocates money for food. Then accommodation and entertainment. Here are examples.
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Australia Holiday Visa
Heading Down Under to relax? Get an Australia holiday visa before you leave. It allows you to travel for tourism or to get together with your family and friends for a short period. You can apply electronically to get an ETA visitor visa for Australia.
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Australia Working Holiday Visa
Australia working holiday visa is for young people who want to spend a year travelling around. They can work to add to the money they set aside for living costs, while enjoying the vacation.
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Relocate to Australia, Tips to Help Organise Your Move
Before you relocate to Australia you need to take some decisions about your financial circumstances. Here are some tips that can help you focus on various issues to solve.
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Australian Immigration Visa for Skilled People
If you have an occupation that is in demand and meet the basic requirements you can apply for an Australian immigration visa under the General Skilled Migration Program
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Moving to Australia, Your First Day.
Moving to Australia and starting a new life? Tips about what to do on the first day after you arrive.
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Employer Sponsored Visas for Australia
Looking for permanent visas for Australia but you can't score enough points? Search for Australian businesses that need to fill demanding roles in your line of work.
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What's on in Sydney, December
December is the best summer month, so what's on in Sydney during this holiday time? Here's how you can celebrate Christmas in Australia.
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Christmas in Australia
Christmas in Australia is about summer, the beach, prawns on the barbie, Christmas pudding or fruit cake and dazzling decorations.
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Sculpture by the Sea at Bondi, November 2011
Giant Tap Overlooking the Ocean
Sculpture by the Sea is celebrating its 15th anniversary at Bondi Beach. It is on till 20 November 2011.
Crowds flooded the Bondi to Tamarama coastal walk on a beautiful Sunday morning to enjoy the breeze and explore the creativity of Australian and international artists. The ocean, boulders and cliffs add more force to the ingenuity and freshness of the works.
What a great initiative - many of us, who would probably choose the beach to an art gallery, had the chance to enjoy both in one go.
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Get the Best Currency Exchange Rates - Plan in Advance
Heading Down Under? Getting the best currency exchange rates will help. When you send money to Australia, plan your transfer in advance.
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Cornflour in Lamington Recipe
Hello from Canada. I am going to make up some Lamingtons for the very first time and am curious about the ingredient cornflour which the recipe calls
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Sydney Life, Art & About Festival 2011
See a piece of Sydney life through children's eyes, then see what grown-ups are photographing. Come and be part of the Sydney Art & About festival.
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Pound Drops Against Australian Dollar
After running up for a couple of weeks, the pound drops against Australian dollar, as a solution to debt crisis seems to be within reach.
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Sydney Wins the 2011 World Festival & Event City Award
Sydney Vivid Festival 2011
For anyone living in Sydney, the monthly events, whether festivals, shows, sports entertainment, art exhibitions, outdoor concerts, celebrations of various cultures and ideas are a given. Most of the ticketed events are sold out months ahead and the free ones attract huge crowds.
For people visiting Sydney there is a lot to do and see every month. And while Sydney lacks the historical appeal of many cities in the northern hemisphere it stands out in lively, inspired thinking and in continuously finding some new, interesting stuff to celebrate, party and have fun.
Splashing vivid colours and magic creatures on the Opera House, dressing up statues, organising fiestas and food festivals, setting the tone and the benchmark for the New Year's celebrations around the world, Sydney has stepped into the hall of fame in October 2011. It has been recognised as the world's most outstanding city in the over one million population category by the International Festivals and Events Association.
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Jobs for a Girl Fluent in Chinese
My name is Heather Johnson and I am an American currently living in Beijing, China. I really would like to re-locate to Australia but I'm not sure if
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Another Aussie has Won the Nobel Prize
Another Aussie joined the cohort of famous Australian scientists by winning the Nobel Prize for physics.
Professor Brian Schmidt, of the Australian National University shared the 2011 Nobel Prize in physics together with 2 American researchers.
Born in the USA, Schmidt moved to Canberra in the 1990s and calls Australia home. He is joining the 11 other Australians who are Nobel Prize winners.
Working as an astronomer at the Mt Stromlo Observatory, the distinguished professor found out that the universe is expanding faster, which contradicts previous thinking that it was slowing down. This eternal growth path happens because of some puzzling dark energy. The theory was actually put forward by Albert Einstein, so Professor Schmidt demonstrated what his illustrious forerunner suggested.
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Drop in the Australian Dollar - Is it Permanent?
This past fortnight the Australian dollar has tumbled against the British pound and US dollar. But is the drop permanent or might the AUD bounce back?
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Things to Do in Sydney, October 2011
Some of the things to do in Sydney in October: dance to Latin beats, watch Australian and international documentaries, taste the Granny Smith apples and crave for gourmet food.
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Sydney Opera House Shells
I have been asked to write a quiz about Australia when I visit my son who lives there. My question to you is this: How many shells does the opera house
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Do pipe welders / structural welders make a decent living in Sydney or Melbourne?
I'm from the U.S.A. and thought of moving to Australia...I'm currently enrolled in obtaining a welding certificate, I have one more semester left after
Economic Outlook in Australia Remains Bright
It seems the economic outlook in Australia remains bright with reports pointing to superb growth in June - August 2011. Oz looks set to remain sheltered from the disastrous global outlook.
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Australian Dollar to Pound Exchange Rate Remains Stable
The Australian dollar to pound exchange rate has not moved of late - in spite of positive growth figures from Australia plus disappointing British data.
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Pound to Australian Dollar Exchange Rate Down Again
Pessimistic reports from the Eurozone and US hurt the pound to Australian dollar exchange rate for the second straight week.
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Bondi Beach Life Guards
Sydney Beach
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Pound to Australian Dollar Drops in spite of Ongoing Global Concerns
The pound to Australian dollar exchange rate fell, but reduced interest rates may cut investment in Australia, which could boost the pound back.
What to Do in Sydney, September 2011
Here is what to do in Sydney in September: enjoy festivals such as the Latin American film festival, Manly arts, Sydney Fringe Festival, kite flying and more. They all come packed with entertainment and food.
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Aussie Icons
Here's a great question - which are the Aussie icons? While the answer is not easy at all, as there are so many of them and in different areas, be they geographical, buildings, food or popular cultural, read our quick selection here.
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Australian Dollar Exchange Rate - Going Down
The Australian dollar exchange rate is lower again this week. Looks like it is the time to buy Aussie dollars if you want to transfer your money Down Under or are planning a trip there.
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Global Financial Tensions Put Pressure on Australian Dollar
It's been another great week for the pound to Australian dollar exchange rate. The pound has not just held but in fact gained ground against its antipodean rival as global financial tensions continue to rock the markets.
If you are planning to convert your money into Aussie dollars the time is ripe. Peter can give you some tips on how to save when you transfer your money overseas. Ask him and get a free quote.
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Migrate to Australia, Which are the Disadvantages?
Most people find a better life when they migrate to Australia, but migration to a new country always has disadvantages. See some hurdles that come with emigrating to Australia.
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Adrenaline Junkies Guide to Australia
Australia might have a reputation for being friendly and laid back, but that's not to say it doesn't have a wild heart underneath its smiling exterior.
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Sydney Activities - August 2011
Great Sydney activities in August. You can choose to run, skate, make some scientific experiments, go to fashion shows, celebrate ethnic culture, food and movies.
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High Inflation Hurts Pounds To Australian Dollars Exchange Rate
Ozzie dollar still rising this week and inflation is on the up too, which brings us to interest rates. Last week they were expected to go down sometime in the near future, this week it's a different story.
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