Tag: How to move to Australia

Our guide to moving to Sydney (city living)

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Sydney is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It boasts a vibrant food and culture scene, exciting nightlife, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. The city is also home to some of Australia’s best universities and has a booming tech industry—so it’s no wonder more people are moving here than ever! So if you’re thinking about moving to Sydney, then read on. We have all the information you need right here in this handy guide: Housing Once you’ve figured out what kind of neighbourhood you want to live in, the next step is to decide whether you should buy a house or rent. The two options have pros and cons, so weighing them against your situation is essential. Buying a house can be expensive and risky, but if you’re going to stay in Sydney for years to come, it might be worth it. The cost of buying varies based on where you live and which type of home (new or old) appeals most to your tastes. Houses are more expensive than apartments because they cost more money upfront (the down payment) and ongoing costs (mortgage payments).  If you’re not sure where you’ll be in the long term, renting is a good option, but owning your own home has advantages:  You’ll get more space than renting would give you There are fewer restrictions on what modifications can be made You will end up with an asset that you own Transport Sydney has a well-developed public transport system, so you’ll be able to get… Read More

Moving to Australia – what you should know

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Relocating abroad is scary and fun and scary some more. But the pay-off is potentially the new life you’ve dreamed of. There are, however, some significant considerations to keep in mind when moving to Australia. There’s the distance, for one thing (even a quick trip to neighbouring New Zealand involves a 1,382 mile flight between Sydney and Wellington!). Let’s look at some other matters… Australia is hot (even when the locals think it’s cold) The temperature in Australia is one of the reasons that people from all over the world love to relocate down under. However, due to the heat, you may be tempted to keep your windows open, which could pose a security risk. Check out shutters from shutters dept for more info on shutters – wooden shutters offer a higher degree of security than a plain open window, and mean you can keep the air flowing. You’re also going to need to look into the other means of ventilation around your new property, such as high level windows to allow the heat to escape at night – perhaps think about upgrading your ventilation wherever possible before you find yourself unable to sleep at 3AM due to the heat. Venom and poison are everywhere First, there’s a difference between venom and poison. Venom is the stuff that’s injected under the skin via sharp teeth. Poison, on the other hand, is what sits on the skin of things like certain poisonous frogs, in wait of unsuspecting potential predators. In either case, you don’t want to… Read More