A collection of short, personal experiences that Vicky Gray and her family encountered during the first year of their new life Down Under. In addition to entertaining diary entries, inspirational stories from other expats, top tips and vital resources, the book is crammed full of well-researched information on everything you need to know to survive and thrive during your first year in Australia. Inside you will learn:
How to get into Australia, step by step
What stuff you definitely need to take with you
The ins and outs of taking your pets
All you need to know about banks
How the school system works - from daycare up
How to use the healthcare system
How to get a job - and pay tax!
How to rent or buy property
Why it's easy to live in Oz and much more
as Ben Southall, winner of Best Job in the World says: "a superb guide to everything a Pom needs to know about this huge island.'
