Life in Australia
A land of contrasts
Australia is a land of contrasts – sweeping golden beaches, coral reefs rich with marine life, tropical rainforests, mountain ranges, vast grazing lands and sparse deserts. One of the oldest continents, Australia is the only country to occupy an entire continent.
Surrounded by the Indian and Pacific Oceans, Australia has many animals and plants that are unique on the planet. The surface geology is typically old and flat, with a major mountain range stretching down the eastern coast and another mountain range in the north west of the continent.
Further information can be found from visiting the Department of Home Affairs website by the Australian government about living in Australia.
Victoria – Melbourne
Melbourne is the capital of the State of Victoria and set around the shores of Port Phillip Bay with its beautiful beaches and water sports facilities. The city itself, laid out in a large rectangle and boasting a lively and cosmopolitan pulse, sits on the northern banks of the Yarra River, about five kilometres from the bay.
Melbourne is a world-renowned for its cultural influence in its restaurants and cafés, and the home of major cultural events, and is also considered to be the sporting capital of Australia. Melbourne, once voted the world’s ‘most liveable city’, enjoys clean fresh air and beautiful parks and gardens.
Further information on Melbourne is available at Visit Victoria website.
Climate
Melbourne enjoys a temperate climate with four distinct seasons in the year – spring, summer, winter and autumn. Melbourne does not have a specific wet season – it can rain at any time of the year.
Sports and other outdoor activities are possible at all times of the year.
Queensland – Brisbane
Brisbane is the capital of the State of Queensland and sits on the Brisbane River. It is a relaxed, friendly city with a subtropical climate, with warm, humid summers and mild, mostly dry winters. Brisbane has riverside parks, cafes, markets and an active arts and sports scene, and the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast beaches are within easy reach. CAC Brisbane is in the city centre, close to public transport.
Tasmania – Hobart
Hobart is the capital of the State of Tasmania and sits on the Derwent River at the foot of kunanyi / Mount Wellington. It is a compact, welcoming city with a cool temperate climate, mild summers and cold winters, and it is known for its waterfront, markets, food and nearby wilderness. CAC Hobart is in the city centre, within easy walking distance of shops, cafes and public transport.
Where you will live
Accommodation while living in Australia
Central Australian College does not offer any accommodation services and students are required to organise their own accommodation arrangements for their stay in Australia. Where a relative or friend is able to provide accommodation that is close to transport and within access to the RTO, students would be encouraged to take this option. It is recommended that your accommodation arrangements be organised prior to your arrival in Australia.
The Student Support officer can provide information, advice, and guidance on the types of accommodation services available to students prior to arrival in the case of a need to change arrangements whilst in Australia. The types of accommodation available in Australia are many and varied. Some of the options are listed below:
