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3 Interview Tips That Could Make the Difference

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2nd year visa job

Ever applied for that dream Working Holiday Job but not to get the response you expected even if you’re an “ideal candidate”. Here are 3 interview tips that could make the difference…   Know the company   There’s nothing worse than being asked about why you want to work for a company and about the culture of the organization only to think about what you had for breakfast. It’s all about showing your prospective employer that you’re keen to join their company and have taken the time to look into what they do and you’re the right person for the Read more

Greece Joins Australian Work and Holiday 462 Visa Scheme

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Greece Work and Holiday Australia 462 Visa Scheme

With the second most amount of Greeks in any one city being in Australia, ( Melbourne) it was only a matter of time before a work and holiday agreement was signed between the two countries. On May 14th, 2014 this reciprocal 462 Work and Holiday Visa subclass agreement was signed.There will be 500 places each year and will allow successful candidates from each country to work or conduct short term study in one another’s country. Work could include farm jobs or anything as simple as a bar in cairns or au par in Melbourne. As with all other agreements the Read more

Inbetweeners Gap Year Sequel “ Soz, Oz”

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Inbetweeners gap year sequel

Love it or hate it, the inbetweeners have a cult following. Based on the UK E4 sitcom, the boys are back, with Jay situated down under on an Australian Working Holiday Visa, with the other boys head down to keep him company. As expected the boys banter will be relentless as they tick off all the boxes of the Australian bucket list.check out the trailer below.     The movie premiers on August 6th in the UK and the 21st in Australia. With the first movie doing very well at the box office, lets see if the second can live Read more

Freak Accident Takes Life of Backpacker

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Stefanie Wiedenroth Lightning Strike

Stefanie Wiedenroth a German Backpacker on an Australian Working Holiday Visa was working on a sheep farm in Western Australia where she tragically died in March when struck by lightning. Ms Wiedenroth was in a critical condition at Royal Perth Hospital since being struck on what appeared to be a normal days work. At the time when the lightning struck it was reported that their was also 4 other people who catapulted to the grown, but none obtained serious injuries. The owner of the Farm, Mr Major, was 25 metres from Ms Wiedenroth when the tragic accident occurred. Worksafe conducted Read more

New Homely Hostel set for Bundaberg

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Fruit Picking Bundaberg and Backpacker Accommodation

Have you ever travelled and thought I’d like to open a backpackers hostel one day. Well guess what, you’re not the only one, and now Craig and Manuela Dewar have applied to the Bundaberg council to open a 12 bed hostel in their two story three bedroom home. There will also be two buildings constructed at the back of the property that will house another 12 guests. Backpacking in Columbia Craig Dewar met Manuela, and lets just say the rest is history. The couple moved to Australia four years ago, married and has been living in Bundaberg since. Now they Read more

Backpackers up in Smoke

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Many backpackers will be up in smoke for a different reason but this Sydney Hostel caused a mass evacuation of the reported 35 patrons that were staying there last week. Approximately 7-8 fire trucks arrived in front of the Parramatta road backpackers hostel in Concord, with two patrons being being taken to hospital for burns and smoke inhalation. Acting Superintendent Josh Turner from Fire and Rescue New South Wales said the fire started around 5:45pm (AEST) on Wednesday the 16th of July. The Acting Super went on to say that “Upon arrival they found the building smoke-logged with fire in Read more

Are Your Working Conditions This Bad?

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Are your working conditions fair? Stories seem to filter out from month to month about under par working conditions for Working Holiday Makers ( WHMs) . Especially when it comes to farm work, many WHMs leaving their run late to do the 88 days, this can lead to situations where living and working in unsatisfactory conditions are the only way to get the 88 days done in time. ABC Ballarat reported a story last week where “ Colin” (not his real name) spoke about the voluntary wwoofing working conditions he experienced, the deal was to complete the work for free Read more

Tax Refund Estimate

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2nd year visa job

So you’ve been working away, saving up your dollars for the next trip, will it be asia, the east coast, over to perth through the Nullarbor or even NZ? Wherever it is, you know that tax time is rapidly approaching soon, and you’re probably wondering how much tax you’re going to get back.   Important Facts   The Australian Tax Year Runs from July 1 – June 30th If you’re not a Resident for Tax Purposed you will be taxed at a higher rate.   The Current 2013-2014 Tax Rates For “Residents For Tax Purposes”     The Current 2013-2014 Read more

How Much Will My Tax Refund Be?

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So you’ve been working away, saving up your dollars for the next trip, will it be asia, the east coast, over to perth through the Nullarbor or even NZ? Wherever it is, you know that tax time is rapidly approaching soon, and you’re probably wondering how much tax you’re going to get back.   Important Facts   The Australian Tax Year Runs from July 1 – June 30th If you’re not a Resident for Tax Purposed you will be taxed at a higher rate.   The Current 2013-2014 Tax Rates For “Residents For Tax Purposes”     The Current 2013-2014 Read more

Would You Swim with the Sharks? #nocage

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As a professional scuba instructor, swimmer, and diver, Ocean Ramsey has successfully swum with up to 32 different shark species. Check out the video below of Ocean swimming with a great white shark and share it with your friends!