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Top 5 Reasons to Move to Canberra
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Love waking up to crisp, fresh air? Want to be in close proximity to Australia’s best ski fields? Want to get anywhere within 20 minutes? Canberra is Australia’s capital city and it can offer all of those things and more. A green, leafy city with a peaceful vibe and plenty to see and do, Canberra is ideal for lots of different types of people: from young professionals to young families, retirees and more. Here are our top five reasons for moving to Canberra and who to call if you’re keen to do it!

Top 5 Reasons to Move to Brisbane
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If you’re put off by the general hype, huge populations and housing prices of Sydney and Melbourne, let’s introduce you to Australia’s third largest city: Brisbane. It’s a place that enjoys picturesque weather, fantastic beaches and liveliness without being too hectic. Brisbane’s population is less than half of Sydney or Melbourne’s, sitting at a comfortable 2.3 million. So, if you’re already a little curious, let’s delve deeper. Here are five top reasons to move to Brisbane.

Top 5 Reasons to Move to Adelaide
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They call it the ‘City of Churches’, but the truth is, there’s way more to South Australia’s vibrant capital city of Adelaide than that. It’s a place that’s known for gorgeous scenery, world-famous wine regions, pristine beaches and a relaxed, easy-going vibe. Adelaide is one of the greatest cities in the world, and here are our top 5 reasons to prove it.
10 Ways to Save Money on Your Move to Australia
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If you’ve been thinking of moving to Australia for a while, it’s probably the perfect life choice for you. Whether you’re moving for work, for a partner, or simply for a change, moving to Australia is sure to bring some major positives to your life. There tends to be one question on everybody’s mind when they move to a different country: how am I going to do this as affordably as possible? Thankfully, there are lots of ways you can save money on your move to Australia. Let’s go through our top ten below!
10 Tips for Moving Abroad During Covid-19
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COVID-19 has slowed or completely stopped a number of things. But in other ways, the world has to keep turning and so when it comes to moving abroad, you can still fulfil your plans – even if it’s a bit trickier. If you’re planning to move abroad in these ‘unprecedented times’ (don’t worry, it’s the last time we’ll say it), then you’ve come to the right place. Here are our top 10 tips for moving abroad during COVID-19.
Five Reasons to Move to Australia This Year
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How many times have you told yourself that “this year is going to be your year”? Sure, last year or the year before may have been a bit of a write-off. But this year is going to be different. Instead of simply saying that you’re going to move to Australia this year, it’s time to start planning for it! Here are 5 great reasons to move to Australia this year.
Moving to Australia to Work
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Work is a massive part of our lives. For most people, it takes up 8 hours of our day, 5 days a week. And while there’s more to life than work, doing something for such an amount of time is pretty important. It’s important that we enjoy it, and that we’ve got room for growth in our jobs. Moving to Australia to work is something that a lot of Kiwis are doing, so it’s only natural if you’re considering it too.
Today, we’ll talk about a few reasons why Kiwis are moving to Australia to work and who to call if you’re interested in doing it too.
Moving to Australia to Live
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It’s the land of Kangaroos, sandy beaches, awesome weather and great people. There’s no wonder why we Kiwis cannot get enough of Australia. In fact, 600,00 Kiwis have made the move to Australia to live, with many having decided not to return. But why is that? Is there some kind of big secret we don’t know about? If there is, it’s probably exposed right here in this post.
These are our best reasons for moving to Australia to live.
Moving to Australia Pros and Cons
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With basically any decision you make in life, there’ll be pros and cons. Even with something as simple as going to the supermarket to buy a doughnut. Pros: doughnuts are delicious, and they make you feel happy. Cons: they’re ridiculously high in calories. Buying a doughnut is a trade-off. And so is moving to Australia.
If you’re thinking of moving to Australia, you’re probably trying to come up with the pros and cons. Well, there’s no need! In this post, we do that for you.
Moving to Australia Essentials
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You might find it difficult to pack for a holiday. No matter how many times you double-check things, run through scenarios in your head and write lists, you get to your holiday destination and find out you’ve forgotten something.
It’s even harder when moving from NZ to Australia. If you miss something, you’ve got a long, long way to go back for it… OK, we may be dramatising slightly, but you get the idea. You want to get everything right when you move to Australia, especially the essentials. So, we’ve put together a list of essential items when moving to Australia.