Information for British Expats in Australia


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  • britishprovender.com.au British Provender supply British Foods and Drinks to various “British” shops around Australia. One item that they stock, which is relevant to a recent Newspaper article, is: Robinsons Apple & Blackcurrant Squash www.britishprovender.com.au 14 Mordaunt Circuit, Canning Vale, Western Australia 6155 Telephone +61 (08) 9256 1555 +61 (08) 9256 1455 Facebook: jQuery.ajax("http://www.britzinoz.com/wp-content/plugins/top-10/top-10-addcount.js.php?top_ten_id=2371&activate_counter=11&top10_rnd=" + (new Date()).getTime() + "-" + Math.floor(Math.random()*100000));
  • BookDepository 25 Hour Sale June 2013 the Bookdepository.co.uk are having a 25 hour Sale http://www.bookdepository.co.uk Their Quick Fire sale is back, bigger and better than ever, with 100 books on offer over 25 hours… That’s a new book bargain every 15 minutes! The promotion begins at 12:00(BST) on 20 June 2013 and will run until 13:00(BST) 21 June 2013. Watch the countdown, to keep an eye ...
  • GBP v AUD June 2013 The value of the British Pound at the moment is appearing to be very good in the eyes of many, especially those that are new to watching this particular currency comparison. The next two graphs though show two very different movements, based on two different time spans. With the value of todays British Pound (GBP) equalling 1.6565 ...
  • Free Online Australian Visa Assessments If you are looking for one of these Visa options you can get a FREE online assessment if required: Business Visas Employer Sponsored Visas Parent Visas Partner Visas Resident Return Retirement Visas Skilled Partner Skilled Visas Student Visas Visitor Onshore Visitor Visas Working Holiday Visa jQuery.ajax("http://www.britzinoz.com/wp-content/plugins/top-10/top-10-addcount.js.php?top_ten_id=2371&activate_counter=11&top10_rnd=" + (new Date()).getTime() + "-" + Math.floor(Math.random()*100000));
  • The British and Irish Lions return to Australia – June 2013 After twelve long years they’re coming back! The British and Irish Lions return to Australian shores for nine glorious games to pit themselves against the best rugby Australia has to offer. We’re sure that British Expats in Sydney will be looking for the best place to watch the whole tour and wanted to let you know that ...
  • Old UK Paper Driving Licence The original British paper driving license is still valid to use in the UK and other countries and to exchange in Australia, as long as the details are still correct. You can exchange your old paper driving licence for a photocard driving licence online, but at a cost of £20.  These new licences are only valid ...
  • Australian Baby Bonus The “baby bonus”, or Maternity Benefit, is a government payment for each child born to an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident in Australia. Information at May 2013: baby bonus is a non-taxable, income tested payment of $5,000 per eligible child paid in 13 fortnightly instalments. baby bonus is payable if your family’s estimated combined adjusted taxable income is ...
  • Australian Median Wage 2012 In May 2012 the Median weekly total cash earnings for all ADULT full-time employees was $1,261. (A$65,572 per year). This figure was $1,250.00 for all full-time employees, including non-adult. In May 2012, the average weekly total cash earnings for all employees was $1,122.60 and for all full-time employees was $1,452.00. This shows that the Median wage is about ...
  • Mortgage Costs as a Percentage of Income in 2013 Mortgage Costs as a Percentage of Income, for 362 cities in various countries around the world, in a 2013 report. The following figures are from a report that I first looked at in 2010, and the figures for that year looked at 117 cities. It has now expanded to 362 Cities. The 2010 report is at: www.abcdiamond.com/forum/…/mortgage-costs-as-a-percentage-of-income/ The ...
  • May 2013: Australian Reserve Bank Cuts Interest rates At its meeting today, the Board decided to lower the cash rate by 25 basis points to 2.75 per cent, effective 8 May 2013. This seems to be an unexpected cut… jQuery.ajax("http://www.britzinoz.com/wp-content/plugins/top-10/top-10-addcount.js.php?top_ten_id=2371&activate_counter=11&top10_rnd=" + (new Date()).getTime() + "-" + Math.floor(Math.random()*100000));
  • Australian Public Debt is 10 per cent of GDP in 2013 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) director for Asia and the Pacific, Anoop Singh, says the fact that Australia’s fiscal position is weaker than earlier expected is not a concern because of the country’s low level of debt. Speaking to a news conference in Singapore, Anoop Singh stated that the Australian public debt figure now stands at ...
  • Emergency British Passport If you lose your passport, or it has expired, and you need to travel URGENTLY, there is an option. You can apply for an emergency travel document (an ‘emergency passport’) if you are a British national outside the UK and your passport has been lost, stolen, damaged or has expired. An emergency travel document may also cover ...
  • Hairdressing Licences Licence Information for Hairdressers in Australia Australian Skills Recognition Information - Hairdresser 4931-11 New South Wales There is no legal requirement for licensing or registration for this occupation in New South Wales. 05 June 2012 Hairdressing in New South Wales is not a licensed trade. In accordance with the NSW Hairdressers Act 2003, regardless of age, a person can work as a hairdresser ...
  • Compulsory Superannuation Scheme in Australia The minimum Superannuation contribution from your Employer is rising to 9.25% from July 2013. The majority of Workers in Australia, have had individual Superannuation schemes since 1992 when the Compulsory Superannuation Scheme was first set up. From 1 July 2013 the Superannuation Contribution will start a gradual climb from 9% to 12% by 2019-20, as shown below. The ...
  • Returning to Britain ? New Documentary TV series needs you! Are you a British Expat living abroad?  Are you thinking of returning to the UK? Whether it’s because you’re missing family & friends, have struggled with the local culture or had trouble with your finances – we’d like to know why you want to come home! Award-winning Outline Productions are developing an exciting new documentary series about expat ...

Need a Visa for Australia ?

Not sure which visa to apply for ? The Australian Government immigration website now has the FIND A VISA WIZARD at: www.immi.gov.au/visawizard Answer the questions and the wizard will point you in the right direction…

Immigration Rule Changes

Updates and changes can be seen at:

Changes to the Building Trade Licence Legislation – QUEENSLAND

From 1 December 2009, there was a change to building licensing regulations in Queensland. Most work valued at $3,300 or less is now exempt from BSA’s licensing requirements. The previous threshold was $1,100.
….More…. Trade Licence in Australia

Books about Australia

There are many books about Australia, and AmazonAmazon.co.uk"" have an excellent choice. Some of these are a must read for people wanting to find out more about Australia.

Driving in Queensland

Most speed limits in built up areas in Brisbane are 60kph (37.5mph), but this reduces to 50kph (31.25mph) in many residential areas. Other roads may be 80kph (50mph), with 100 kph (62.5mph) or 110 kph (68.75mph) on the Freeways/Motorways.
….More…. Driving in Queensland

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