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Can I claim my Australian pension overseas?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

You can normally get Age Pension for the whole time you’re outside Australia. Even if you live in another country for a while. Can I get my pension if I move abroad? Provided you’ve paid enough national insurance contributions to qualify for it, you can still claim your state pension if you live abroad.Your residency […]

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Is New Zealand a friendly country?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Friendly and Welcoming People Kiwis are generally friendly people, with a laidback and positive attitude towards life. Compared to European countries, New Zealand is still a young country. Even Māori, the country’s native inhabitants, have only been living on the island for about 800 years. Are New Zealanders friendly to foreigners? Despite Kiwis being friendly […]

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Is Melbourne the biggest city in Victoria?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Victoria’s 10 largest cities by population No. City Population 1. Melbourne 4,485,200 2. Geelong 187,500 3. Ballarat 103,800 4. Bendigo 94,400 Which is bigger Melbourne or Victoria? It is the second-smallest state with a land area of 227,444 km2 (87,817 sq mi) and the most densely populated state in Australia (28 per km2).Victoria (Australia) Victoria […]

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How is life in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

“No worries mate”- the Australian way of life Australia is the fourth happiest country on the planet, making its lifestyle one of the most known and envied in terms of carefree living. No hectic pace from a big metropolis and a perfect balance between work, family, and leisure time. How is life like in Australia? […]

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How would you describe Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Australia is an island continent and the world’s sixth largest country (7,682,300 sq km). Lying between the Indian and Pacific oceans, the country is approximately 4,000 km from east to west and 3,200 km from north to south, with a coastline 36,735 km long. Canberra is Australia’s capital city. How would you describe Australia’s culture? […]

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What are the positives and negatives of Sydney?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Living in Sydney: Pros and Cons Pro: The weather is great. Con: It’s the most expensive city in Australia. Pro: You get the best of both worlds. Con: The traffic is notorious. Pro: It has an airport. Con: Houses are crazy expensive. Pro: It’s family-friendly. Pro: It has great education opportunities. What are the positives […]

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Does New Zealand have universal healthcare?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The national government runs New Zealand’s universal healthcare system.This allows healthcare to be free to access, as it is funded publicly through taxes and by the national government. Does New Zealand have free healthcare? Government funding means that the New Zealand healthcare system, for citizens and permanent residents, is either free or low-cost. Hospital and […]

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Can I bring my sister to Australia permanently?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Are you thinking of bringing your siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, or other relatives to Australia? As an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you can sponsor your relatives to come to Australia. Can a permanent resident in Australia sponsor a relative? You will need to have a sponsor to apply for a relative visa to live […]

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How many people in Australia have no friends?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

One in four Australians reported feeling lonely each week, the 2018 Australian Loneliness Report revealed. One in two sometimes or always feel alone and 30 per cent of people say they don’t belong to a friendship group, the report found. Is Australia a lonely place? One in four Australian adults is lonely, and those who […]

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Can US citizens get healthcare in Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Health and Medical Information When traveling or residing abroad, it is not uncommon for U.S. citizens to require medical assistance and treatment in Australian facilities. The Department of State provides general Medical Information for Americans traveling abroad. Can I use my US Medicare in Australia? Remember, you can have Medicare while you live abroad, but […]

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Is it difficult to get New Zealand citizenship?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

In general, it’s not terribly difficult. The main hurdle is to get a Residence Visa by showing that you can contribute and won’t unduly burden the country. Is it hard to get New Zealand citizenship? To apply for citizenship, you must have been a resident for at least 5 years, and only travelled out of […]

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Is California close to Australia?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Distance from California to Australia is 13,086 kilometers. This air travel distance is equal to 8,131 miles. The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between California and Australia is 13,086 km= 8,131 miles. How long does it take from California to Australia? Flying time from California to Australia The total flight duration from California to […]

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Why is Melbourne the most livable city?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

We’re proud to have consistently ranked as one of the world’s top three most liveable cities since the index began in 2002. Our cohesive and stable society, healthcare, education and world-class infrastructure make Melbourne a magnificent city in which to live, work and study. Is Melbourne still the most liveable city? Auckland has been ranked […]

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Is Sydney The city of Brides?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Sydney: “City of Brides” Sydney is Australia’s largest, most cosmopolitan, most vibrant and arguably most progressive city. What is Sydney known as? The glittering harbour, complemented by landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.The dozens of sun-bathed beaches peppering the spectacular coastline. What is the city of Sydney known for? Sydney […]

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How many British people move to Australia every year?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

In the 2020 financial year, the net overseas migration of United Kingdom nationals to Australia represented an estimated increase of 10.72 thousand new migrants from the United Kingdom in that year. How many British move to Australia each year? 91,783 moves this year and counting! How many British people migrate to Australia? Population. At the […]

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