Helpful Links

Each Link represents one or a combination of the following for consideration in migration to Queensland, Australia:

1. Valuable local, State and or national information
2. Association to locate answers to questions or to validate your thoughts
3. Assessing Bodies to validate qualifications
4. Support bodies
5. Associations of most bodies such as insurance, planning, law and more

AIRLINES

locate a suitable airline to provide the best price and service for your needs. Don’t forget to check for additional baggage allowance as first-time migratants.

• http://www.nationsonline.org/oneworld/major_airlines.htm
• http://airlines.ws/
• http://airinfo.aero/
• http://www.airlineandairportlinks.com/
• http://farechase.yahoo.com/
• http://www.australia.worldweb.com/Transportation/Airlines/
• http://www.flightcentre.com.au/flights/
• http://tsa.webjet.com.au/webjettsa/home.aspx?EntryPoint=Flight

BANKING

largest high street names in Australia which can be set up before you depart and giving you access to your money at any time. Try to get an internet access account for ease of transfer and access.

• http://www.rba.gov.au/
• http://www.quazell.com/bank/both_aus.htm
• http://yesaustralia.com/Estilo-bancosing.htm
• http://www.atn.com.au/info/banking.htm
• http://www.myaffiliateprogram.com/u/crrncyuk/t.asp?id=1354

BUSINESS PURCHASE / FRANCHISE / DEVELOPMENT

for the entrepreneur who wishes to set up or purchase an existing business.

• http://www.asx.com.au/index.htm
• http://www.iris.tas.gov.au/bep/
• http://www.industry.gov.au/

CARS / BIKES / BOATS (purchase & rental)

where and what to look out for when buying a car, bike or boat. Also an inexpensive State check to ensure the purchase does not have a ‘title hold’ to a lease company.

• http://carpoint.ninemsn.com.au/portal/alias
• http://www.carguide.com.au/
• http://www.diycarhire.com.au/car-rental/
• http://drive.com.au/
• http://autoweb.drive.com.au/
• http://www.racq.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/racq_cms_production/hs.xsl/homepage_ENA_HTML.htm

CHILDCARE

for ‘little’ people that require care at anytime during the week and your entitlements.

• http://www.families.qld.gov.au/childcare/index.html
• http://education.qld.gov.au/
• http://www.oultwood.com/localgov/australia/queensland.htm

DRIVING & REGISTRATION

what you need to do to comply with State law for driving and registration of you and a vehicle.

• https://secure.racq.com.au/ssl/shopV2/shop_main.cfm?shop_categoryno=8
• http://www.racq.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/racq_cms_production/hs.xsl/homepage_ENA_HTML.htm
• http://www.transport.qld.gov.au/licensingrego

EDUCATION / STUDY / SPORTS

for schools, colleges, universities and sports and insurance whilst studying in Australia.

• http://www.dest.gov.au/sectors/school_education/organisations_contacts/organisations_contacts_listing.htm
• http://netlinks.slq.qld.gov.au/
• http://www.immi.gov.au/settle/education/index.htm
• http://www.immi.gov.au/study/index.htm
• http://www.detya.gov.au/
• http://www.ausport.gov.au/search.asp
• http://www.dest.gov.au/
• http://www.yesaustralia.com/i-menuing.htm
• http://www.hic.gov.au/
• http://www.australiangraduate.com/index.htm
• http://www.australian-universities.com/list/
• http://www.catholiclinks.org/educatioingles.htm
• http://www.catholiclinks.org/colegiosaustralia1.htm
• http://www.eltweb.com/liason/index.html
• http://www.englishclub.com/
• http://www.studyguideaustralia.com/
• http://www.studyinaustralia.gov.au/Sia/Default.aspx

EMPLOYMENT

to help you understand and become aware of career opportunities, salaries, benefits and also how ERA could help you, a link has been provided.

• http://jobguide.thegoodguides.com.au/
• http://www.worksite.actu.asn.au/
• http://www.immi.gov.au/work/index.htm
• http://www.dewrsb.gov.au/
• http://www.workingin-australia.com/info/3
• http://www.wagenet.gov.au/WageNet/HomePage/HomePage.asp
• http://www.nla.gov.au/npapers/

FACTS & STATISTICS ABOUT AUSTRALIA  (General)

• http://www.about-australia.com
• http://www.nla.gov.au/oz/gov/
• http://www.csu.edu.au/australia/
• http://www.ozvisits.com.au/
• http://www.cultureandrecreation.gov.au/search/
• http://www.population.org.au/
• http://www.abs.gov.au/
• http://www.aph.gov.au/library/pubs/mesi/
• http://www.aic.gov.au/stats/index.html
• http://www.daffa.gov.au/
• http://www.your-nation.com/
• http://www.firstfamilies2001.net.au/resource/tline.html
• http://pandora.nla.gov.au/index.html
• http://www.industry.gov.au/

HEALTHCARE

from the national health support programme and how to register to fitness clubs.

• http://www.health.qld.gov.au/
• http://www.healthinsite.gov.au
• http://www.immi.gov.au/settle/health/cover.htm
• http://www.healthinsite.gov.au/topics/Medicare
• http://www.medicare.gov.au/
• http://www.hic.gov.au/
• http://www.aushealthcare.com.au/
• http://medicalpoint.com.au/
• http://www.health.gov.au/
• http://www.ymca.org.au/index2.php
• http://www.fitnessfirst.com.au/Clubcom/main.asp
• http://www.phiac.gov.au/

NEWS (papers & TV)

• http://www.news.com.au/
• http://australiannews.net
• http://www.nla.gov.au/npapers/
• http://www.australiannews.net/about.php

SHOPPING (Retail & Produce)

• http://www.coastshop.com.au/shopping/
• http://www.woolworths.com.au/
• http://www.colesmyer.com/
• http://www.myers.com.au/
• http://www.davidjones.com.au/home.jsp
• http://www.target.com.au/html/homepage/home.htm
• http://www.kmart.com.au/
• http://www.crazyclarks.com.au/
• http://www.superamart.com.au/

Important note: to get the most out of each category and the links assigned, you must be prepared to spend time reviewing each of the links in each category to maximise your understanding and to benefit you in making your decisions.

As a guideline, a minimum of 30 minutes must be allocated for each category to review the information within.

Caveat : Fiteni Homes whilst providing these ‘helpful links’ does not warrant or confirm the legitimacy of the service, advice and or goods provided in any form, you must seek professional and appropriate advice before making any decisions.