Average Earnings in Australia May 2017

Average Full Time Adult Earnings in Australia in May 2017

The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Average Weekly Earnings survey shows the Full-time adult average total earnings in May 2017 at $1,608.40 per week. This is $83,636.80 per year. The ABS… Read the rest

Average Full Time Adult Earnings in Australia in May 2017

The Australian Bureau of Statistics’ Average Weekly Earnings survey shows the Full-time adult average total earnings in May 2017 at $1,608.40 per week. This is $83,636.80 per year. The ABS… Read the rest

Nov 2017: Changes to Partner Visa Lodgement Options

All Partner Visas to be Lodged Online ONLY

From 18 November 2017, all Partner visa applications, including Prospective Marriage visas, must be lodged online through an ImmiAccount. Lodging an application in person at any offices of the Department will not… Read the rest

All Partner Visas to be Lodged Online ONLY

From 18 November 2017, all Partner visa applications, including Prospective Marriage visas, must be lodged online through an ImmiAccount. Lodging an application in person at any offices of the Department will not… Read the rest

Used Car History Reports

CarHistory offers the most comprehensive vehicle history information for Australian used car buyers.

CarHistory makes it easier and safer for people to buy their next used car by providing them with an online comprehensive used vehicle report, regardless of how… Read the rest

CarHistory offers the most comprehensive vehicle history information for Australian used car buyers.

CarHistory makes it easier and safer for people to buy their next used car by providing them with an online comprehensive used vehicle report, regardless of how… Read the rest

Lycamobile Phone Service

Lycamobile Phone Service in Australia

Lycamobile provides low-cost, high-quality data and voice services to over 15 million customers across 23 countries. Founded in 2006 and with a turnover of €1.5 billion in 2014, Lycamobile continues to grow rapidly and now… Read the rest

Lycamobile Phone Service in Australia

Lycamobile provides low-cost, high-quality data and voice services to over 15 million customers across 23 countries. Founded in 2006 and with a turnover of €1.5 billion in 2014, Lycamobile continues to grow rapidly and now… Read the rest

Aussie Farmers Direct – Save $30 On a Meal Order

Aussie Farmers Direct are offering $30 off a Meal Order

Save $30 off a $60 meal order for new customers. For a limited time only, choose your favourite meals, enter code 30OFF and get $30 off your first order. Simply… Read the rest

Aussie Farmers Direct are offering $30 off a Meal Order

Save $30 off a $60 meal order for new customers. For a limited time only, choose your favourite meals, enter code 30OFF and get $30 off your first order. Simply… Read the rest

Cost of Sunglasses in Australia

The Price of Sunglasses in Australia

Sunglasses, especially the branded ones, are popular, if not a necessity in Australia. Some people can even get a tax deduction for buying them. You can get an idea of the CURRENT cost of… Read the rest

The Price of Sunglasses in Australia

Sunglasses, especially the branded ones, are popular, if not a necessity in Australia. Some people can even get a tax deduction for buying them. You can get an idea of the CURRENT cost of… Read the rest

Dental Treatment Costs in Australia 2017

How Much Does a Dentist Charge in Australia in 2017

Dental work is normally NOT covered under Medicare, although there are some exceptions to this. One of these is the Child Dental Benefits Scheme for children between 2 and 17… Read the rest

How Much Does a Dentist Charge in Australia in 2017

Dental work is normally NOT covered under Medicare, although there are some exceptions to this. One of these is the Child Dental Benefits Scheme for children between 2 and 17… Read the rest

Car Depreciation in Australia

How Fast do Cars Depreciate in Australia

I’ve always thought that cars hold their value better in Australia than in the UK, with the prices of second hand cars being so much higher, and few really cheap ones, unlike in… Read the rest

How Fast do Cars Depreciate in Australia

I’ve always thought that cars hold their value better in Australia than in the UK, with the prices of second hand cars being so much higher, and few really cheap ones, unlike in… Read the rest

Speeding Fines and Other Penalties in Queensland

A selection of Fines and Demerit Points for Motoring Offences in Queensland

What happens when you reach 12 Demerit Points in Queensland

If you hold a Queensland open licence you may receive a warning letter when you gain at least… Read the rest

A selection of Fines and Demerit Points for Motoring Offences in Queensland

What happens when you reach 12 Demerit Points in Queensland

If you hold a Queensland open licence you may receive a warning letter when you gain at least… Read the rest

Work and Skilled Visa Processing Times August 2017

Work and Skilled Visa Processing Times for month ending ​31 August 2017

186 Employer Nomination Scheme Direct Entry

75 per cent of applications processed in under 6 Months 15 per cent of applications processed in between 6 Months and 10… Read the rest

Work and Skilled Visa Processing Times for month ending ​31 August 2017

186 Employer Nomination Scheme Direct Entry

75 per cent of applications processed in under 6 Months 15 per cent of applications processed in between 6 Months and 10… Read the rest

Partner Visa Processing Times August 2017

Prospective Marriage and Partner Visa processing times for month ending ​31 August 2017

300 Prospective Marriage visa (PMV) processing times

75 per cent of applications processed in under 13 months 15 per cent of applications processed in between 13 to… Read the rest

Prospective Marriage and Partner Visa processing times for month ending ​31 August 2017

300 Prospective Marriage visa (PMV) processing times

75 per cent of applications processed in under 13 months 15 per cent of applications processed in between 13 to… Read the rest

Big Four Australian Banks Remove ATM Fees

Australian Banks announce the Removal of ATM Fees

On 24th September 2017, the CBA, Westpac, ANZ and NAB announced the removal of fees incurred on their ATM’s when used by non bank customers. This may come into effect in October… Read the rest

Australian Banks announce the Removal of ATM Fees

On 24th September 2017, the CBA, Westpac, ANZ and NAB announced the removal of fees incurred on their ATM’s when used by non bank customers. This may come into effect in October… Read the rest

Children Studying in Australia on a Visitor Visa

Children of Visitors to Australia can Study in Australian Schools

The rules for the children attending school in Australia while on a Tourist Visa may be different for the different States in Australia, as each State has its own Education… Read the rest

Children of Visitors to Australia can Study in Australian Schools

The rules for the children attending school in Australia while on a Tourist Visa may be different for the different States in Australia, as each State has its own Education… Read the rest

Southern Phone Company, Australia

Southern Phone Company

Southern Phone Company is one of the largest and most successful providers of fixed line, mobile and Internet communications services in regional Australia. Internet, Mobiles and Home Phones: Individual or Bundles at Southern Phone Company It was… Read the rest

Southern Phone Company

Southern Phone Company is one of the largest and most successful providers of fixed line, mobile and Internet communications services in regional Australia. Internet, Mobiles and Home Phones: Individual or Bundles at Southern Phone Company It was… Read the rest

Please Sign a Petition: 457 to PR Age Changes

Please sign a Petition to Peter Dutton, Minister of Immigration

My name is Jeffrey, I am 46 years old and live in Perth with my family. I was granted a 457 visa in December 2016 as the primary applicant and… Read the rest

Please sign a Petition to Peter Dutton, Minister of Immigration

My name is Jeffrey, I am 46 years old and live in Perth with my family. I was granted a 457 visa in December 2016 as the primary applicant and… Read the rest

Resident Return visa (RRV) Form 1085

Question 27 on Form 1085 Resident Return Visa

Q: Anyone completed a form 1085, pretty straight forward except from Q 21 onwards, if your not a Norfolk Islander I guess you ignore Q 22 – 26, Q27 ok, but at… Read the rest

Question 27 on Form 1085 Resident Return Visa

Q: Anyone completed a form 1085, pretty straight forward except from Q 21 onwards, if your not a Norfolk Islander I guess you ignore Q 22 – 26, Q27 ok, but at… Read the rest

Age Pension: Will a UK Pension affect my Australian Centrelink payment

Will a UK Pension affect my Australian Centrelink payment?

When you compare a UK Pension and Australian Centrelink, the short answer is that it might affect a Centrelink payment. Foreign pensions received by a person paid an autonomous age pension,… Read the rest

Last Christmas Posting dates Australia to UK 2017

Christmas Posting from Australia

Sending overseas this Christmas? If you’re sending items by Economy Sea Mail, we recommend you post your item before the cut-off dates listed below. Economy Sea Mail is a low-cost option for sending heavier parcels (2-20kg)… Read the rest

Christmas Posting from Australia

Sending overseas this Christmas? If you’re sending items by Economy Sea Mail, we recommend you post your item before the cut-off dates listed below. Economy Sea Mail is a low-cost option for sending heavier parcels (2-20kg)… Read the rest