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06-Jun-2006 02:48
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Zedd_at_LP »
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Welcome to the Australia, New Zealand & Antarctica branch
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions can be found in the Branch FAQ thread
Information about Immigration and Working in Australia/NZ can be found in our All You Need to Know about Immigration, Working, Holidays and Visas thread.
Make sure to explore the FAQ and have a browse around the branch before you ask your question. Chances are someone may already have asked it.
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15-May-2003 21:13
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Kez »
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13-Nov-2009 21:42
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Reply to this post and give your best links, tips and answers to Frequently Asked Questions. Up for it? Then lets go, here's a few from me:
Uluru information
Australian train pass
Climate averages australia BOM site
Facts about the size of Australia
Hit that keyboard guys.
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07-Oct-2005 23:45
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ryb »
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15-Aug-2009 00:02
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extensions to visas for seasonal work, studying in Australia, extending your stay, Australian citizenship, where to find fruit picking/harvesting jobs (a link from the Working Holiday Makers page) can be found
at this website Tip - use the menus along the top. It's all quite straight forward and user friendly.
link for NZ WHV
NB This is NOT the best place to ask questions : it is rarely visited by people who can provide answers. If, after reading the links provided in this thread, you still have questions, you are best off making a fresh outside post. *If you've got questions about other visas please specify the passport you'll be travelling on and whic...
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22-Nov-2009 02:54
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22-Nov-2009 06:09
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I'm heading to Tassie in Jan 2010.
Have found some very cheap flights with Tiger; which could save me between $80 and $120 on a return trip.
HOWEVER....I have heard of some recent negative experiences in terms of flight delays, even up to 3 days (!!!) or outright cancellations of flight with extremely liimited notification.
Conversely, I have known of friends travelling Tiger recently who have had NO problems at all providing they adhered to the strict 2 hour check in time parameter..
Could fellow travellers please provide some input regarding both positive and negative experiences in the past 6 or so months with Tiger Airlines. I will specifically be travelling from Adelaide to Tas - probably to Hobart, possibly Launceston.
Thank you in advance for sharing your experiences, the good and the bad!!
Isis
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21-Nov-2009 22:40
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daycat »
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21-Nov-2009 22:41
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daycat »
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Ho hum!
If only work places were like this.
Cups of coffee, tea, biscuits, playing around... bliss of the weekend in Aust shift, of the Aust LPTT Branch Call Centre.
Thanks Ian, if you read this.
Imagine falling asleep at your desk in a real workplace, we would be in trouble.
But on here, anything goes.
Which is nice.
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21-Nov-2009 21:31
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22-Nov-2009 00:23
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A modest modern travel morality tale.
A month ago, JetStar emailed me to say my 6:10am flight Melbourne > Sydney has been cancelled and I am transferred to the 11:40am flight, same day. I must return the email, acknowledging my acceptance, etc etc. I don't mind the later flight, so I duly return the email.
On the day (Wednesday last):
08:47 Walk from home to bus stop (I only have a modest day-pack for luggage)
08:50 Bus to Moonee Ponds Rail
09:06 Train to Broadmeadows Rail
09:40 Bus to Tullamarine Airport
10:00 Advised by JetStar I am in wrong queue (in fact, I'm in the wrong terminal)
10:15 Off to International check-in (yes it is part of a BKK > MEL > SYD flight!) – 45 mins
11:00 Queue to clear Customs (despite assurances, there is No Orange D desk for domestic passengers)
11:15 Queue to go through x-ray screening – I refuse to declare gels and liquids – bugger 'em
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21-Nov-2009 17:23
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andrze »
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21-Nov-2009 22:09
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location: Australia
Hi everyone,
I remember talking to a guy who travelled in Australia, and mentioned that he found a really cheap alternative to car hire, the problem is I can't remember the details.
When a company needs to return a car to its original outlet location (eg, a car was picked up for hire in sydney and dropped off in melbourne,) you pay something like $1 a day + petrol, and return it to its original location.
Does anyone know about this? and how to get onto it? It would be great if you can help out.
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21-Nov-2009 17:18
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kirstylou »
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21-Nov-2009 17:18
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kirstylou »
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Hi. We are currently in Malaysia and heading to Cairns on 1st December for twelve days before we fly to Sydney. We are amazed by the prices but I think that's after 3 months of travelling through Asia! Need some help on the best budget way to spend just under two weeks in the Cairns area, would quite like to head north and explore Daintree, Port Douglas etc but not that keen on organised tours as they always seem more expensive and you never quite seem to get value money but I am willing to be persuaded otherwise!
Any suggestions on the best and cheapest way to do this would be much appreciated! We can both drive and are 25 so should make car or campervan hire cheaper. Could also be persuaded to buy a tent if it makes things cheaper.
Thanks
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21-Nov-2009 10:05
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katezinha »
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21-Nov-2009 23:49
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n_rb »
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location: Australia
Hi guys
I'm flying into Melbourne airport on Monday and need to get to Elwood...which is obviously the opposite side of the city! I will be carrying quite a lot of luggage but am unsure about the price of taxis there and I'm pretty broke at the moment...is there an easy way of getting over to Elwood using public transport?
Many thanks for your help!
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21-Nov-2009 07:41
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lyreco232 »
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22-Nov-2009 00:22
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Captain_Courage... »
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location: New Zealand
So I booked my trip with a friend who has subsequently dropped out. I've never really wanted to visit NZ but it is scheduled into my trip for just over two weeks as her undying legacy!
My question is, I know that it's the height of winter, the Kiwi Experience is v expensive (as is the rest of the country)...would it be worth it or should I just sack of NZ and get to S America two weeks early?
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21-Nov-2009 04:38
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lindanb »
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21-Nov-2009 04:38
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lindanb »
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location: Australia
Hi.
We will have only 4-1/2 days in the Top End in mid-February and intend to rent a car. Is it worth the driving and risk of flooding to do a one-day drive to Kakadu to see Nourlangie and Yellow Waters Cruise? We have no intention of staying overnight. Would we miss a lot if we just went to Litchfield and to Katherine? Thanks.
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20-Nov-2009 20:19
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aroundtheworldt... »
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21-Nov-2009 08:21
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westwood »
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location: New Zealand
Kia Ora Family!
Will anyone be departing from or passing through Wellington on the way to the Gathering in December?
Never heard of the Rainbow Family Gathering or want to know more?
Wikipedia has a good write up of what to expect. There is also a yahoo group "worldrainbowgathering" with a forum for questions/directions.
I'm hoping to find some transportation (share costs) or hitching accomplices from Wellington to the site... fingers crossed!
See you soon!
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20-Nov-2009 16:27
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cullism »
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21-Nov-2009 09:01
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cullism »
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location: New Zealand
I originally planned a North Island driving itinerary back in June but we drove around NSW instead. I have just compiled a rough itinerary containing 16 destinations but we plan to allocate 3 weeks to our holiday. The itinerary is pretty loose, limited only by the date of our flight home. Does anyone have suggestions as where we should spend more than one night? We are interested in scenery and history and plan to go in March 2010.
The draft itinerary is: Auckland - dargaville (to break the journey) - Kataia - Whangerai - Thames - Whitianga - Tauranga - Rotorua - Whakatone - Gisborne - Napier - Masterton - Wellington - Wanganui - New Plymouth - Waitomo Caves - Auckland.
Alternatives would be welcome.
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20-Nov-2009 16:12
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dead_rasta »
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20-Nov-2009 16:12
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dead_rasta »
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hi guys
me and my partner are headed to nz for 15 days starting on 17th dec...we will hit auckland first...we have a return out of christchurch and plan to drive down and around before flying out on new years day.....can anyone suggest a rough itinerary for this trip....we like nice scenery and wineries...any definite must sees?.....also we dont really plan to book accomodation until a day or two in advance...is that advisable given the high season....also do we need to book the car in advance or can we just show up at the auckland airport and get a car? any other things we should be aware of?
Thanks in advance
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20-Nov-2009 14:18
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sarah_112 »
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21-Nov-2009 18:11
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phoggi »
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I've been in QLD for a month and a bit, and would like to start thinking about my regional work opportunities to help qualify a second visa term. Does anyone have any good suggestions on where to find a regional summer job that isn't necessarily in direct sunlight?
Thanks!
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20-Nov-2009 11:37
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saipanskip »
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22-Nov-2009 05:43
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henrydog »
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location: New Zealand
Howdy,
I have an unlocked cell with removeable sim card....So, what is the best pre-paid or no-contract plan to go with in NZ?? I'd rather go on testimonials than adverts.
Any good or bad experiences??
Thanks
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20-Nov-2009 11:21
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hella01 »
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21-Nov-2009 22:36
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daycat »
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location: New Zealand
Hey,
I'm trying to find out if I would get fined if I was caught on Public Transport in NZ without a ticket - and if yes, how much would they make me pay?
Thanks!
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20-Nov-2009 10:47
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madone52 »
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21-Nov-2009 15:35
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madone52 »
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location: Australia
Hi guys,
I'm thinking of going for a day-hike in Blue Mountains, but I'm confused as which train station I should get off on -- the official website lists multiple stops: Glenbrook, Springwood, Lawson, etc. Is there such thing as a main entrance and/or visitor center to this park? Or would a guided hike be a better option (if there is any)?
Thanks!
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