Live, Work & Travel in Australia
Gap Year & Voluntary Work
Unpaid Positions & Adventure
Agriventure - Run by the International Agricultural Exchange Association, Agriventure arranges working exchanges to Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA and Japan on farming or horticultural enterprises. Applicants must be aged 18-30, have no dependants, be British citizens, have a full driving licence and have good practical experience within agriculture or horticulture or around the home. Programmes depart all the year around (applications required approx 2 months minimum before departure). Programme costs start at around £1700 and include: return flights (and transfer to host family), full travel and work insurance, work permits, job placement, departure information meeting, seminar in host country and full emergency back-up through offices in hosting country. Programmes are also available to Americans, Canadians, some Europeans, Australians and New Zealanders through offices in their own country.
Australian Tropical Research Foundation - Rainforest restoration and related research in tropical far north Queensland. They are seeking volunteers, interns and students to assist in a wide range of rainforest and climate change related activities.
BTCV - Conservation working holidays.
Cape Tribulation Tropical Research Station - Located in the rainforest three hours drive from Cairns, the station seeks, among others, resting writers, cooks, plumbers, gardeners and bat lovers. During their down time volunteers can enjoy some of the finest coral reefs of the Great Barrier Reef. A small fee, the amount depending on ability to pay, is required to cover food and lodging.
Conservation Volunteers Australia - Aid the protection of the endangered flora and fauna of Australia, plant trees or restore historic buildings.
EIL UK - Part of an International Federation, with contacts in over 25 countries worldwide. Non UK nationals can find EIL offices in their home countries.
i to i International Projects Ltd - Volunteer, teach, conserve and work experience.
The Mountbatten Internship Programme - A not-for-profit organisation that gives graduates and young professionals the opportunity to gain practical and theoretical experience through participation and training in the operation of business in the USA, UK or Australia.
One World Volunteer - Arranges international volunteer placements in Costa Rica, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Ecuador, New Zealand, Australia and Nepal. An American organisation, they also offer language classes and family stays.
Tolga Bat Hospital - Every year the Tolga Bat Hospital rescues, rehabilitates and releases hundreds of bats that would otherwise die. Tasks include serving up banana smoothies for the bats and trips to the rainforest to release or capture the bats. Volunteers are required for a minimum of one month and should expect to pay for their food and accommodation. Shorter stays can be arranged by those willing to pay higher rates for their board.
Travellers Worldwide - Voluntary projects in Western Australia including working with dolphins, teaching refugee children, coaching and playing sports, work experience in architecture, community radio, TV presenting, journalism, multiple conservation projects. You choose your dates, full support provided.
WWOOF Australia - Willing Workers on Organic Farms provide lists of organic farms willing to accept volunteers.
Living in Australia
Real Estate and Resources for Staying Long Term
Consultanz.com - Australia immigration consultants run by an a registered agent in Chennai, India.
Domain.com.au - Property rental ads.
How to Arrive and Thrive in Australia -A comprehensive and up to date guide for immigration to Australia.
LJ Hooker.com.au - Established Australian estate agents.
McGrath - Large Australian estate agents.
Migrationexpert.com - Provides free Australian immigration eligibility assessment. An independent online source for personalised advice on migrating to Australia and Australian Immigration Law.
Parish Patience Immigration Lawyers - Immigation consultants.
Property Finders - Search for a home in Australia.
The Real Estate Display Centre - A database of properties advertised in South Australia.
RealEstate.com.au - A big website for finding a home in Australia and New Zealand.
Rent4free.com.au - Search for rental property, houses, flats and apartments in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and other cities and towns all over Australia.
Sydney Migration Consultancy - Immigration lawyers.
Visa Corp - Immigation consultants.
Travelling in Australia
Accommodation & Getting Around
Apollo Motorhome Holidays - Specialise in campervan and motorhome hire in Australia and New Zealand including the "Cheapa Campa", aimed at the budget-minded traveller.
All Backpackers Australia - List all of the backpackers hostels in Australia.
All Seasons Campervans - Campervan rental.
Aussie House Sitters - One of Australia and New Zealand's leading house sitting companies.
Australia.com - Official tourist office site. As you would expect from the Australians there is plenty of information for the important backpacker market including working around the country.
Australia New Zealand Campervans - Australia New Zealand Campervans specialize in campervans, RV and rental car hire.
Backpacker Campervans - Campervan rental.
Bridge Climb - Climb up the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Employment possibilities too (for Australians or those allowed to live in Australia only - not for those on a working holiday) for climb leaders, photographers, office, shop or cafe workers and Japanese speaking team members.
Campahomes - Campervan rental.
Countrylink - Rail and coach network.
Diamantina Outback Information - Diamantina offer detailed information on travel to the Australian outback as will as attractions, deserts, expeditions, visa and flight information.
Exford Hotel - Accommodation in Melbourne.
Firefly Express - Interstate coach travel in Australia.
Flinders Station Hotel Backpackers - Accommodation in Melbourne.
Getabout - Campervan rental in Australia and New Zealand.
Greyhound Pioneer - Coach passes and tours.
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