Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Sydney, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Bank Accounts
Getting a bank account and making regular transactions should be one of your first priorities when arriving, so you can establish a credit rating. Without this, it will be more difficult... read more
Financial Planning
Sydney is a relatively expensive city, even on global scales. Housing is costly and with so many exciting things to do, it can be hard to save money. The cost of living, and housing in... read more
Taxation
The Australian Tax Office, also called the ATO, levies and collects the majority of direct (income tax) and indirect taxes (sales tax - known as GST) in Australia. See www.ato.gov.au.... read more
Legal Issues
Australia is a federation of states, with a legal system modelled on that of England and Wales.
The legal system is made up of commonwealth law and state law, with each having its own... read more
Crime
Australia has grown very quickly and experienced dramatic socio-economic change over the last 30 years. This has increased wealth and improved education levels but also increased the... read more
