Living in Australia...
Australia offers a range of climates and lifestyles from the tropics in the north through to the
cooler climates in the south and everything in between. Flexibility on location gives you the greatest
opportunity to find a suitable position that will complement your skills. We work with you to find a
location and position that will suit you and your families professional, cultural and social needs.
Australia has 6 states and 2 territories for information on the regions click on these links
Queensland New South Wales Victoria Australian Capital Territory South Australia
Western Australia Northern Territory Tasmania
(Click on the headings below for more information on each subject)Australia enjoys a high standard of educational options from kindergarten / pre school through to tertiary institutions. Public and Private schooling options are available throughout Australia.
Childcare is available in the private sector for children up to school age. Kindergarten begins at the age of 4 however full time schooling does not begin until the age of 5 and is not compulsory until the age of 5.
- Junior Schools provide Reception – Yr 6 or 7 depending on the State
- High School is Yr 7 or 8 through to Yr 10
- Senior School is years 11 & 12
- Tertiary options include University, Technical Colleges and Institutes
Schooling is based on 4 x10 week terms with the summer holidays over the December January period.
More information on public and private schools is available on www.edu.gov.au
Housing prices vary between states and locations, for information on the types of accommodation in the area you will be working, whether you are purchasing or renting go to www.realestate.com.au
Domestic air travel is very competitive in Australia and discounted rates are regularly available Qantas & www.virginblue.com.au
Australia offers a full range of locally produced and imported vehicles for a price guide visit www.carpoint.com.au
Bus and Rail public transport is available in major centres and for interstate travelCost of Living
Australia enjoys a high standard of living with the general cost of living lower than in most western countries,
Our current unemployment and inflation rates are low