Live in a family friendly area: Sydney is a wonderful place to bring up children, with its great climate, beaches, parks and good education system. Suburbs, like Manly and Warringah, which are near the northern beaches are very popular with expat families. These areas have some excellent private and public schools. Is living in Sydney […]
Do I Need A levels to study in Australia?
A levels should be sufficient for most subjects at Australian universities. However, in the case of medicine and dentistry there may be additional entrance exams. DO YOU NEED A levels to go to University in Australia? For academic courses at established universities, typical Australian university entrance requirements are three A Level passes at minimum grade […]
What are the poor areas of Sydney?
The 10 poorest suburbs in Sydney Postcode Av individual taxable income 2012-13 Suburbs 2163 $39,622 CARRAMAR, LANDSDOWNE, VILLAWOOD 2165 $41,324 FAIRFIELD 2166 $39,550 CABRAMATTA, CANLEY VALE 2194 $38,485 CAMPSIE What are the poor parts of Sydney? Often the poorest suburbs in the roughest areas have the lowest property value and are the ones to avoid […]
Has Australia ever had a war?
Over 100,000 Australians have lost their lives through war.Australia’s history is different from that of many other nations in that since the first coming of the Europeans and their dispossession of the Aboriginals, Australia has not experienced a subsequent invasion; no war has since been fought on Australian soil. When was the last time Australia […]
Is Australia allied with America?
Australia is a Major non-NATO ally of the United States. Both the United States and Australia share some common ancestry and history (having both been British colonies). Is Australia a US ally? Australia is a vital ally and partner of the United States. The United States and Australia maintain a robust relationship underpinned by shared […]
What are the 3 hottest months in Australia?
The hottest months in Australia are therefore December, January and February. In these months, you might like to head south to escape the heat. The coldest months are June, July and August – a perfect time to explore up north. What months are hot? Only a small area in the southwestern U.S. is likely to […]
How do you say family in Australia?
What are some Aussie slang words? 100 Australian Slang Words & Phrases Aussie slang word/phrase Meaning Bloody oath Yes! Or “That’s very true” Bludger Someone who’s lazy Bogan Someone who’s not very sophisticated Booze Bus Police vehicle used to catch drunk drivers What is the Australian word for friend? Mate. “Mate” is a popular word […]
Where can you find most of Melbourne street art?
Hosier Lane is Melbourne’s most famous laneway for street art, however there are many other laneways in the inner city that exhibit street art. Where can I see street art in Melbourne? Hosier Lane. Opposite Federation Square and joining Flinders Lane with Flinders Street, the cobblestoned Hosier Lane is arguably the central point of the […]
What suburb has the highest crime rate in Melbourne?
The top 10 suburbs with the highest crime rates were: Melbourne City: 35.76 incidents per 100 residents. Collingwood: 21.51 incidents per 100 residents. Fitzroy: 19.64 incidents per 100 residents. Campbellfield: 19.05 incidents per 100 residents. Docklands: 18.65 incidents per 100 residents. What area in Victoria has the highest crime rate? The City of Melbourne had […]
How is Sydney divided in regions?
The Greater Sydney Commission’s regional plan for Sydney divide the metropolis into three “cities”, with approximately defined boundaries. Alternatively, the metropolis is divided into more precisely defined “districts”, each of which comprises multiple local government areas. How many regions are in Sydney? The Department of Planning, Industry and Environment divides New South Wales into ten […]
What is Australia’s Favourite food?
1. Chicken Parmigiana. This classic Aussie chicken dish – with roots in Italian-American cooking – is a staple offering on pretty much every pub menu in the country. What is Australia’s national dish? Roast lambRoast lamb has been declared Australia’s national dish in a major poll that shows we’re still a country of meat eaters […]
How do the climates of Australia differ from New Zealand?
Landscape and Climate In general terms, Australia is red dusty desert with a coastal fringe of greenery.Australia is warmer than New Zealand, with a summer average of 30°C and winter average of 15°C. New Zealand, is a touch cooler, with a summer average around 20 to 25 degrees and a winter average around 12°. What […]
What is the typical Australian?
The ‘typical’ Australian lives in a three-bedroom house. However, the ‘typical’ Western Australian has a bit more space, living in a four-bedroom house. The ‘Typical’ Australian Country of Birth of Person (Mode) Australia Country of Birth of Parents (Mode) Both parents born in Australia What is the typical Australian man? The average Australian man is […]
Do Australians care about human rights?
Everyone has the responsibility to respect the human rights of others. Within Australia, the Australian Government has particular responsibilities to ensure that human rights are protected. State and territory governments also have a responsibility to fulfil Australia’s human rights responsibilities. Does Australia respect human rights? Australia is founded on the rule of law and has […]
How can the Australian Constitution be amended?
The Australian Constitution can only be altered by referendum. In a referendum, all Australians of voting age vote yes or no for the proposed changes. To succeed, a majority of voters nationwide and a majority of States (four out of six) must approve the changes. How do you amend the Constitution? The Constitution provides that […]