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The Insider Guides Team USEFUL INFO 1

About Melbourne 2 Useful Contacts 3 Getting Connected 5 Job Hunting 6 Finding a House 8 Staying Healthy 11 News and Media 14 Money 15 Transport 18 Hot Spot Map 25 Areas of Melbourne 26

NIGHTLIFE 64 Nightlife Activities 69 Fun at Home 70 Pubs 72 Cocktail Bars 73 Nightclubs 75 Live Music 76 Cinemas 77 Uni Bars 78

EXPLORE 80

SHOPPING 28

Adventure Activities 82

The Local Shops 31 Setting-up Your Home 35 Clothing Stores 38 Second-hand Shopping 40 Books & Music 44 Markets 44

Destination Australia 84 Urban Adventure 87 Beaches 90 Wildlife 92

EVENTS 100

EATING OUT 48

Events Concepts

Aussie Cuisine 50 Home Cooking 52 Budget Eats 56 Cafés 60 Casual Eats 61

Calendar 102 City Map 107

CREDITS 108

Prologue

i

Before you can get down to the important business of having fun, there are a few

things you’ll need to get

‘dId you know?’, ‘vocabulary’

city is not always easy. There

Look out for these symbols:

sorted. Settling into a new are matters of where you will

live, how you can contact

Introduction & Useful Info

Throughout the guide we’ve put in information bars called

those back home and how you can get around. You’ll need to think about money

and getting a job, plus you

and ‘mobile application’.

v vocabulary

need to look after yourself

to help you get a grasp

ies. All this while meeting

to the language)

and keep up with your stud-

new people, making friends

and enjoying the freedom of

being away from home. It’s a

lot to get a handle on all at the same time.

Luckily we’ve got some information to get you started, as well as the contact information for organisations that can help you find out what

on the lingo (get used

a did you know? some quick facts about your new city (always good for impressing your friends at the pub)

you need to know. You have certain rights in Australia and there are plenty of people who are willing to give you support if you need it. It’s easy to get yourself settled-in and start getting out into the city once you know where to go. We’ve compiled useful information on the things we know you’ll be wondering about, like renting, job hunting and public transport.

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Useful Info

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ABOUT MELBOURNE

lia. Many Australian designers

home! Melbourne is a beautiful city with a rich heritage.

From early days of convicts and gold rushes, Melbourne

became a thriving multi-

cultural urban centre. Later meant

that

many Europeans came to

join the mix of British and Asian residents and added their way of life to the city’s vibrant culture.

Many

Melbourne

(called

‘Melburnians’)

locals are

very laid-back and tolerant of many other cultures and lifestyles.

Melbourne’s known

for

weather having

is ‘four

seasons in one day’. This means it is highly prone to change. Melbourne is also prone to isolated showers so it can be raining in one area and completely dry a suburb over. In summer Melbourne tends to have extreme heat (over 35 degrees) and in winter it gets colder than many other places in Australia,

even

freezing

recording

Melbourne

home

and have their stores located

Welcome to your new study

immigration

call

some

temperatures.

However, the average is actually moderate (between 10 and 20 degrees).

around the city. Some of the best Australian restaurants are in Melbourne, such as the famous Press Club and MoVida. Melbourne culture is also very artistic, with street art lining city walls and many artists selling their goods in the city. It is a wonderful city to be in if you love seeing live theatre or music, or if you’d like to work in film, fashion,

FACTS population: 4.1 million 2nd biggest city in Australia average maximum temperature: 19.8C average minimum temperature: 10.2C annual rainfall: 646.9mm

visual arts or music.

TRIVIA

Much of the city holds hidden

Melbourne’s

delights. Exploring the urban centre is an exciting thing in Melbourne as you never know what you’ll find down a laneway, alley or in a basement. This is where much of the nightlife of the city goes on and where you can see some of the best free art, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled. This a unique part of Melbourne’s culture.

The

state

of

Victoria

is

famous for its natural beauty. You really must get out and explore the surrounding countryside. From the stunning alpine areas to the wine and food producing regions

tramway

system is the largest

outside of Europe and fourth

world.

largest

in

the

The world’s first feature film, The Story of the Kelly Gang was produced

and filmed in Melbourne in 1906.

Melbourne

was

the

capital city of Australia

for 26 years, from 1901 to 1927.

Melbourne is home to

four of the six tallest buildings in Australia..

of Gippsland, to the rainforests of the Dandenong Ranges, you can see and experience so much in Victoria.

Melbourne is the centre of fashion and food in Austra-

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Useful Info www.insiderguides.com.au

USEFUL CONTACTS

Tax File Number and find out

useful information about what

more about payments made

to do if you think you have

to you while you’re here.

been cheated out of your

EMERGENCY: AMBULANCE, POLICE, FIRE

www.ato.gov.au

money.

If you are in danger and need

If you are being discriminated

AUSTRALIAN CONSUMER LAW

against at work or you think

Make sure you are getting a

that you are working in bad

fair deal when shopping or

conditions, and if you can’t

purchasing services. Find out

sort out the issue with your

what your legal rights are.

employer, you can contact

www.consumerlaw.gov.au

help, ring this number to get

the police, an ambulance or

a fire truck to you urgently.

Remember to state what

service you need and tell them where you are.

i 000

(112 from mobile phones)

POLICE This is the non-urgent number for police assistance. Their website also has information on how to keep yourself safe.

131 444

www.consumer.vic.gov.au

FAIRWORK OMBUDSMAN

the Fairwork Ombudsman for help.

TENANTS UNION OF VICTORIA Has information about rent-

www.fairwork.gov.au

ing rights and obligations and

STUDY IN AUSTRALIA

can provide advice on issues

Provides basic information about studying in Australia, including information on the universities and listings of useful contacts.

This is the department that handles Visa enquiries and issues.

give you advice if you need to

www.immi.gov.au

know what your legal rights

STUDY MELBOURNE Provides information on living and studying in Melbourne, detailed

information

about where you can study in Melbourne and provides answers to some of the ques-

DEPARTMENT OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE (FOR EMBASSIES) The DFAT can help you to find your country’s embassy

tions you may have while you’re here. www.studymelbourne.vic.gov.au

CONSUMER AFFAIRS

www.dfat.gov.au

Has more detailed information about what your obliga-

The Tax Office are the people to contact about getting a

www.insiderguides.com.au

are.

9269 0120 www.legalaid.vic.gov.au

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CARE SERVICE ISCS provides help in times of crisis and when you need to find out more about housing, legal problems, your health or just need to talk to someone.

within Australia.

AUSTRALIAN TAX OFFICE

www.tuv.org.au

A free legal service that can

www.studyinaustralia.gov.au

more

9416 2577

VICTORIA LEGAL AID

www.police.vic.gov.au

DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION

you may have with renting.

1800 056 449 www.iscs.vic.gov.au

tions and entitlements are when buying products and services.

Also

has

some

Useful Info

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THINK BEFORE Tips

for

treat international

students to be street smart in Melbourne. A great initiative.

non-urgent

illnesses

when the GPs are not open.

1800 022 222

www.thinkbefore.com.au

MELBOURNE SEXUAL HEALTH CENTRE

THE COUCH

health symptoms and get

To talk about your sexual

The Couch is a social area where you can meet other international students. They also

provide

students

the

international chance

to

engage with support services.

advice, you can call this number.

9341 6200

staff who can help you to

1300 224 636 www.beyondblue.org.au

many choices! You can meet

Coming to a new country

to social events which will

lenging. Study life is more

break from your studies.

than

just

studying

new people at clubs and go provide you with a good

Stay focused: Once

get involved and form new

2.

life can be quite fun and

of the activities listed will

are lots of opportunities to

friendships. After all, study

exciting too! Here are some tips to help you get started:

1.

Join a club: There are

lots of clubs you can join at your educa-

tional institution. In fact, there are probably so many of them that you’ll have too

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13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.au

METLINK (PUBLIC TRANSPORT SERVICES) Includes ticketing informa-

ROAD TRANSPORT AUTHORITY Find out about the road rules and what you need to get yourself into a car. www.vicroads.vic.gov.au

3.

Volunteering:

Not

only is it good for your resume, you will

also gain experience, make new friends and enjoy yourself! Student associations

and

getting a degree – there

hotline.

www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au

that you can ring if you are

STUDY LIFE to study can be quite chal-

resource is a crisis support

tion, timetables and more.

tips for coping with stress.

A free helpline with trained

about your mental health, this

A free counselling service

Their website also has great

HEALTHDIRECT AUSTRALIA

If you want to talk to someone

BEYOND BLUE

feeling depressed or anxious.

9653 3212

LIFELINE

you’ve had your fun,

are a good starting place, so check them out.

you’ll probably want

to get some study done. All help you make friends who can become your ‘study buddies’. If you need extra help, there are counsellors at your institution who can help you with essay writing advice or give more study

4.

Exercising: keep

you

It

will

healthy

and more relaxed. In

institutions there are always opportunities to get involved in sports, local competitions and even interstate competitions.

tips.

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GETTING CONNECTED

HOME INTERNET

easiest way to unlock it is to

Contracts vary from 1 to 24 months, or you can choose

PUBLIC WIRELESS Free wireless can often be found at your campus, parts of the city centre, public libraries, some cafés and even McDonald’s! There are some WiFi-Finder apps on smartphones too.

your phone for free.

net. The longer you sign

If you have an unlocked

up for, the lower the cost of initial installation. Look for contracts that include a free wireless

modem/router,

or

you can buy one separately.

Download limits are common plan has a limit. Generally the

Most phone plans offer some amount of 3G download. You can also use a wireless USB dongle, which means you just plug the USB into your computer and go. These tend to have limited download but are often pre-paid and can be quite cheap portable options.

Otherwise, you can tether your phone to your computer and use your phone’s 3G connection.

er and ask if they can unlock

‘contract-free’ prepaid inter-

so check carefully if your

MOBILE BROADBAND & 3G

contact your previous provid-

more you pay per month, the higher your download limit.

Australia is set to receive fibre optic in the next few years. Check the availability in your area. You may need to connect your landline before you can use the internet (this is done by calling Telstra on 13 22 00).

phone, pre-paid deals can be a better option than becoming locked in with an Australian provider. SIM cards can be bought from phone stores or anywhere that sells prepaid credit, such as supermarkets,

service

stations,

etc.

PHONE CARDS & SKYPE Using phone cards to call overseas

is

around

80%

cheaper than normal calls from your home phone, so don’t waste your money calling without a phone card!

Skype,

an

Internet-based

communication software, is

MOBILE PHONES Many international students will bring a mobile phone and find that it is locked to their provider back home. The

probably your best option, as it is free if the recipient also has Skype. It is also very cheap if you want to call a phone anywhere in the world.

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STEP 1: DECIDE Identify what kind of job you want to do and what you

can do. Apply for a Tax File Number. This is required to be legally employed.

International

students

in

Australia are encouraged to

get a part-time job. Having a part-time job while studying can improve your English, open up networking oppor-

tunities and provide Austral-

where, but we know as a

newcomer you may need some help getting the hunt started!

Prepare a job application, including résumé, cover letter and other supporting documents.

If you are successful and find a job, remember that full-time

international

students in Australia are allowed to work a maxi-

mum of 20 hours per

week during study terms and unlimited time during

school holidays. Respect the rule or you’ll get in trouble with your Student Visa!

www.ato.gov.au

To check your visa conditions: Department of Immigration: www.immi.gov.au

STEP 3: HUNT Search

Google,

housemates,

ask

your

schoolmates,

and student support staff or advisers at your institution.

Read local newspapers and

REMEMBER!

Australian Tax Office:

STEP 2: PREPARE

ian workplace experience.

Jobs are available every-

To apply for a Tax File Number:

community

To learn your workplace rights: Fair Work Ombudsman: www.fairwork.gov.au

noticeboards,

visit places and ask to talk with the manager.

STEP 4: APPLY Send your job application as soon as possible. Then be ready for an interview and think about the questions employers might ask. In case

Popular job sites: Seek: www.seek.com.au CareerOne: www.careerone.com.au

of no response, don’t worry!

Gumtree: www.gumtree.com.au

again!

MyCareer: www.mycareer.com.au

Be patient and start over

MOBILE APPLICATION CAREER ONE - HUNT FOR JOBS ON YOUR PHONE! 6

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BOND, HOUSE BOND

have to dispute any repairs

As a general rule, if you are renting for $350 a week or less, the bond cannot be more than four weeks rent.

Be aware though, there are exceptions to this. Check

FINDING A HOUSE

what you can legally be charged at:

Finding a place to live can

be a scary process. Most

www.consumer.vic.gov.au/renting

RENT IN ADVANCE

between

A landlord can ask for two

When you move out, make

notes and take dated photos of everything again. It’s a good idea to have witnesses to all these inspections.

UTILITIES

landlords

because

tenancy and one month’s rent

about

gas,

your

internet,

the students have not paid

for fixed term tenancy.

exactly how much you are

contract they have entered

DO YOUR OWN INSPECTIONS

usage limits in writing before

attention

to

the

into. Some landlords will try to take advantage of you!

periodic

landlord

electricity,

weeks

enough

for

your

international students and their

rent

your stay.

Make sure you agree with

arise

problems

with the landlord at the end of

There are three inspections

water usage, etc. Agree on responsible

for

and

any

you begin renting.

you need take seriously:

END OF DAYS

Before you agree to rent,

Pay attention to the details

help you stay out of trouble:

agree to pay money to some-

tenancy agreement. If you

READ THE FINE PRINT

seen. You can tell a rental

Know what your rights are.

Here are a few tips that will

Make sure you know if you have entered under a fixedterm or a periodic tenancy.

If you sign an agreement, you should receive a copy straight away. Keep this in a safe place so you can refer to it if a problem arises, along with a copy of all other documentation including receipts for all payments. Every part of your agreement needs to be in writing. A verbal agreement is not good enough proof of

inspect the place. DO NOT one for a house you haven’t scam if you are not allowed to inspect a property, the documentation looks wrong, or they want you to send money overseas or to a PO Box. Before you move in, do a

very careful inspection to check the condition of the

regarding the end of your leave without giving notice, you can get in real trouble!

For more information or if you run into trouble with your

landlord,

call

the

Tenants Union of Victoria on 9416 2577.

www.tuv.org.au

house. Note as much as you can on any pre-existing problems when you first receive your inspection sheet. It’s best to take dated photos of any damages. Keep a copy

your tenancy terms.

of all this documentation for

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yourself. This will help if you

The International Student Care Service (ISCS) provides friendly and professional advice, information, support and referral to local services and community resources.

All services are free and confidential.

Crisis intervention and support in emergency situations Information about accommodation and housing providers Legal issues Health issues Social isolation Advocacy to colleges and training providers

1800 056 449

free call*

In case of emergency dial:

000

police/fire/ambulance

International Student Care Service Level 1, 19--21 Argyle Place South Carlton, Victoria 3053 info@iscs.vic.gov.au multicultural.vic.gov.au/iscs *Except from mobiles

ACCOMMODATION TYPE

SHARE-HOUSE & FLATMATES*

HOSTEL

HOMESTAY

POSITIVES

• Can be cheap • Meet new people • Learn English if you live with locals

• Get to see the city • Meet new people often • Easier to learn English

• Learn the Aussie culture and English language • Help with settling in from a local family • Often free internet and some meals

NEGATIVES

• May lack privacy • Housemates can be annoying and unclean • Can be locked into a contract • Can be harder to organise

• Very expensive • No real privacy • Not a stable, long term option

• Can be more costly than renting • May result in living in a suburb far away from your institution.

CAMPUS & GUEST HOUSE ACCOMMODATION

• Easy setup • Make lots of friends who study with you • Utilities and internet are often included

• Sharing bathrooms and kitchens can be frustrating • Can be very expensive • Can be locked in a contract for a whole semester or year

PRIVATE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES

• Complete privacy • Safety of belongings • Meet new people from different cultures

• Can be very expensive • Can be locked into a contract for a whole semester or year

*REMEMBER a flatmate shares a house and a roommate shares a room.

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SUNLIGHT Vitamin

MENTAL HEALTH is

Remember to take time out

common and you may easily

for yourself. If things seem

end up deficient if you are

too hard, talk to friends

STAYING HEALTHY

not spending much time in

and family. Universities and

the sun. The easiest way

colleges often have counsel-

to combat this is to spend

ling services or you can use

Your health can seem unim-

15 minutes a day is needed

portant when you’re study-

ing, but it needs to be a priority. Our Editor talked

to Dr. Maggie Phillips about some important issues for

D

deficiency

more time in the sun - only so take your books and sit outside

while

you

study.

Otherwise, you may need vitamin supplements.

SEXUAL HEALTH

DIET

tives are only effective if you

Have safe sex. Contracep-

stomach upsets because of the

high-party,

lifestyle.

Eating

high-stress fast

food

can seem easy, but cooking meals that are low in fat and high in fibre is the best option.

The better you eat, the better your body can use the energy for study. Don’t rely on highcaffeine ‘energy’ drinks. Have three solid meals a day and you will have plenty of energy. Take the time to prepare

use them every time. You can get

contraceptive

medica-

tions and devices very easily and

cheaply

in

Australia.

Condoms are available from supermarkets and pharmacies and help protect against sexually transmitted infections.

Emergency

contra-

ceptives are available from pharmacies if you need them.

Take them within 24 hours for the most effective result.

Pregnancy terminations are

healthy meals at home.

not easy to get in Australia.

CLIMATE

nise, and late

Australia is a dry country so you may need to adjust if you’re used to humidity. Showering too often will wash away the oils your skin needs for dry conditions. If you’re getting itchy, switch to moisturising soaps or use Sorbolene (moisturiser).

www.insiderguides.com.au

It can take weeks to orgaterminations

can be difficult to arrange and

expensive.

It’s

and Lifeline.

Make sure you talk to someone as soon as you feel like things are getting too hard to handle.

international students.

Students are more at risk of

free services Beyond Blue

much

better to use a contraceptive!

Get informed about sexually transmitted diseases: www.stdservices.on.net

CLINIC HOURS Very few medical clinics are open seven days or have 24-hour services (and those that do can be expensive). If you need a medical certificate or you have a minor illness like a cold, wait until the doctor’s offices are open.

You can also ring Healthdi-

rect Australia to get advice

on treating non-life-threatening illnesses: 1800 022 222 ONLY use hospital emergen-

cy waiting rooms for emergencies! In a health emergency call 000 (or 112 from

mobile phones) and ask for an ambulance.

EXTRA HEALTH COVER You can choose to be covered for more services by purchasing extra cover such as optical and dental.

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10,000 Students Can't Be Wrong At last! A Homestay Provider That Really Cares About The Student Experience

www.homestaynetwork.org

Offering Homestay Placements Australia Wide

ACCOMMODATION MADE EASY Being worried about finding safe and appropri-

ate accommodation has often been ranked as the number one issue facing international students arriving in Australia for the first time.

Unfortunately many students choose the wrong short term option (eg backpackers, boarding hous-

Students will receive help with: • Being shown around the community • Understanding the basics of Australian culture • Taking part in everyday conversation • Learning basics such as buying transport tickets, where the local shops are, how to access banking, internet, mobile phone

es etc.) which do not offer appropriate support and

and personal safety tips

assistance for an introduction to Australian life.

• Help with English and ‘Aussie’ words and

International students can now benefit from new

phrases

standards in homestay by trying a short period

• Ongoing support and backup from the

of accommodation with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN).

AHN is acknowledged as Australia’s leading Homestay provider and AHN registered Homestay hosts are trained to welcome students and help them to settle in to life in Australia.

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Australian Homestay Network

For students already in Australia, Homestay can be a great option to try during your stay here.

For further details go to www.homestaynetwork.org

Useful Info www.insiderguides.com.au

Many

COMMUNICATION Here are a few things that

can help you when talking to Australian people.

are ‘hi’, ‘hello’ and ‘how are you?’ Australians tend to ask

how someone is when they greet them or say ‘how’s it ‘how’s

Australian

Politeness

is

Australian

culture.

meet or greet each other. This

common to be friendly, even

is not always the case, but it

to people in stores or passing

is quite common.

by in your neighbourhood. It

Aussies are also more affec-

is expected that you apolo-

tionate than you might have guessed. It is very common for

friends

to

hug

when

they catch up and when saying goodbye, particularly

The most common greetings

going?’,

people

shake hands when they first

things?’,

‘what’s up?’ etc. A less formal

greeting among friends is to say ‘hey’.

USEFUL SLANG Cark it - to sleep or die Cranky - in a bad mood Crook - to be unwell or not right Dag - to be dressed poorly Dero - to be uncouth Duffer - idiot Dunny - toilet Durry - cigarette (often rolled) Esky - portable ice box Franger - condom

between women, who may also give a kiss on the cheek.

Australians tend to be very easygoing and try to laugh and joke as much as possible. They love sarcasm (in good taste of course), so be aware that not everything said may be serious.

valued

in the street by accident. It is also polite to hold doors open for people.

THE STRANGE AUSSIE LANGUAGE Aussies tend to ask questions,

pre-empting

people who have just arrived in Australia. For example:

‘How’s it going? Alright?’

‘What do you reckon? Go for a drive?’

Gobsmacked - lost for words

Rock up - arrive at a destination

Going off - it is going well

She’ll be right all will be ok

Longneck - 750ml bottle of beer Pash - kiss someone with tongue Perve - to sexually admire visually Piece of piss - quite simple Pig’s arse - highly unlikely

the

answer. This always confuses

Piker - leaves early

Hoon - person who drives fast

is

gise if you bump someone

Galah - idiot or fool

Heaps - a large amount

in

It

Slab - a 24 pack of beer Snag - a sausage Spewin’ - oh my gosh Squizz - to have a small look Stoked - to be quite happy with Sunnies - sunglasses Whinge - to complain Wuss - to act like a baby

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ACCESS TO THE NEWS

GOVERNMENT-OWNED NATIONAL NEWS SERVICE

LOCAL NEWS

This is called the Austral-

a popular news source in

ian Broadcasting Corpora-

Australia. The three major

WORLD NEWS

tion. The ABC comprises two

networks are Channels 10,

national television services

9 and 7, and they take the

(ABC and ABC News 24 on

shape of a different station

digital

national

in every city. Often they have

radio networks; a local radio

current affairs programs that

network;

news

do exposés on certain prob-

broad-

lems (and members) of our

cast radio service and Radio

society. Some locals consider

Australia, an external broad-

these to be a bit sensational-

casting service to the Asia-

ist at times and ‘over the top’.

Pacific. They also have an

Newspapers

SBS is the nation’s multicultural and multilingual broadcaster. On TV, SBS broadcasts in over 60 languages.

Their national radio service broadcasts

650

hours

of

programming each week in 68 languages. This is actually more than any other radio network in the world. The ABC (see below) also has a reasonable world news focus.

and

TV); a

This

is

where

privately

owned media becomes quite

three

24-hour

parliamentary

app for the iPhone called ABC News.

bought

for

are the

usually city/state

focus too, with the exceptions being ‘The Australian’ and ‘The Financial Review’.

THINKING OF EXTENDING YOUR STAY?

because you have a Tax File

information and if you have

Number you can still work on

already breached the law

a tourist visa, be aware that

in Australia it will be made

the Department of Immigra-

known to other countries.

If you are on an Australian

tion and Citizenship have their ways of catching you

There are a few visa options

Visitor’s Visa, Student Visa or Working Holiday Visa which is about to expire and are thinking of staying longer, you have many options to stay over in Australia and work legally.

Remaining here illegally can have severe consequences.

For example, if you think that

unawares and will add you to the list of non-gratia visitors which can prohibit you from returning to Australia for 3 to 5 years. This may not stop here - you may have difficulties later when travelling to other countries that require a visa. Consular services from

different

countries

do co-operate on specific

that allow you to stay and work legally, such as the Student

Visa,

Sponsor-

ship Visas (457 or ENS) and Skilled Migration Visas. All of them have special requirements that you have to be aware of. For more information about these options, visit this website: www.stay-longer-australia.com.au

OPENING A BANK ACCOUNT

ATMS

WHAT TO BRING:

Always try to use the ATM (Automatic Teller Machine)

Unless you plan to store your

that belongs to your bank as

money in your mattress, you

might want to get yourself an Australian bank account.

Dealing with the banks is rarely

a

straightforward

there will likely be no charge.

If you can’t get to your bank’s

Driver’s licence

ATM, you can use one from

(If you have one)

another bank (this charge is usually about $2 per transac-

process. There are a number

tion and there may be another

of banks to choose from in

fee from your bank). Avoid

Australia, and we recommend doing your research online before choosing a bank.

using the smaller machines you find in bars, clubs and

Passport / Visa

service stations. Some of these will make you pay a lot for the convenience.

Proof of address - a bill that

has been sent to your house is usually good enough

MONEY TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS Shown below is a list of the details that are required to transfer money both into and out of Australia.

INTO AUSTRALIA 1. Australian bank account name

OUT OF AUSTRALIA 1. Bank account name

2. Australian bank account

and account number

number and BSB

2. The overseas bank ‘sort’ code

3. Address of the bank

3. International Bank Account

your account is with

Number (IBAN) (Europe only)

4. Australian bank SWIFT Code

4. SWIFT code of the overseas bank

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That’s how our Student Banking Specialists will then be able to recommend a banking solution to suit your lifestyle and goals from a broad range of everyday banking, savings, credit card, investment and insurance products and services.

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A’Beckett St

• 230 Swanston Street (Chinatown)

La Trobe St Little Lonsdale St

Collins St Flinders Ln

Swanston St

Elizabeth St

Queen St

William St

King St

Bourke St

Exhibition St

Little Bourke St

Russell St

Lonsdale St

Bourke St Little Collins St

• 309-325 Bourke St Mall • 353 Elizabeth Street • 293 Collins Street • 222 Exhibition Street • 254 Queen Street

Flinders St

Other convenient locations with multilingual staff include: • Box Hill, 10 Main Street • Deakin University, 221 Burwood Highway, Level 1 Building HD

WALKING When you walk around your new neighbourhood or place of study, you gain a sense of direction and you notice things you might otherwise miss if you took public transport or the car. The exercise is also good for relaxing before or after a day of study and will improve your concentration and energy levels. Most neighbourhoods have shops and public transport within walking distance. You can get free walking maps from the Melbourne

Visitors

Centre

(Fed Square) and the visitor

are available to purchase at

ing the Night Rider service.

major train stations.

You can use your normal ticket on this service (although

ZONES You’ll also need to check which zones you are travelling in as the Melbourne transport system is broken up into two zones. The trip planner on the Metlink website is

very

helpful

for

this.

Melbourne is one of the few Aussie cities to have a tram network that forms a central part of the transport system.

It actually has one of the largest tram networks in the world! Melbourne’s trams are

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

through the city centre.

Melbourne uses the myki card to cover multiple trips. There is an upfront fee and then you can charge the ticket at any time. The old Metcard is also in use up until the end of 2012 and this allows you to buy 10 x 2 hourly, 5 x daily or a monthly ticket. These cards offer better value than single trip tickets, and allow you to ride public transport without

one of the easiest ways to get If you’d like to see the city for free by tram, hop on the City Circle trams. These travel around the outside of the CBD and run past many of Melbourne’s landmarks.

which

1:30am-4:30am

on

Satur-

days and 1:30am-5:30am on Sundays. There is a phone on board from which you can call a taxi or friend to pick you to stop somewhere like an open petrol station and wait to be picked up from there.

TRAINS If you are looking to head out to the suburbs it is likely that using one of the many train lines available is your best option. Flinders Street Station is the main transit hub when it comes to catching trains around Melbourne. Southern Cross Station becomes more important if you are looking to

commute regionally or

difficulties figuring it all out, are

routes

over

300

right

Melbourne link

that up

bus

across service

cross-suburban They

onboard)

runs every half hour from

interstate. If you are having

BUSES There

cards

up, so it can be a good idea

TRAMS

booth in Bourke Street Mall.

TICKETS

you can’t top up your myki

travel. to

shop-

ping centres, train stations and much more. Most of Melbourne’s buses run from

you can relax, as there are a handful of helpful staff in the information centres within the stations.

For public transport queries contact:

6am-9pm Mon-Fri, 8am-9pm

METLINK

a new ticket each trip. The

Sat and 9am-9pm Sun.

i1 3 1

same ticket/card can be used

If you’re thinking of having a

metlinkmelbourne.com.au

having to stop and purchase

across train and bus. These

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638

late night out, consider catch-

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TAXIS

conditions are met (refer to

Taxis can be found in ranks

listed below, for full details).

at most major train stations,

Road rules vary from state to

local

shopping centres, hotels, and

yourself with your local road

on the top of the taxi is on, it

rules.

can be hailed by waving or

although there may be a

Remember: lights on it’s vacant , lights off it’s not.

line-up late at night. Ringing ahead is another way to make sure you get a taxi when you need one.

TAXI COMPANIES 13 Cabs i132 227 Silver Top i131 008 Arrow 211

i132

Taxis are a convenient but expensive way to get around.

Watch the meter and be mindful that certain times and services (such as phone booking, airport services and toll roads) may incur extra costs. There are also fees for making a mess or throwing up, so be a responsible passenger and tell the driver if you are unwell.

Breaking

Australian

road rules can mean paying

raising your arm. Standing to get noticed by cabbies,

authorities,

state, so be sure to familiarise

other busy areas. If the light

at a taxi bay is the best way

transport

large fines, loss of licence, and

even

more

serious

outcomes. More information can be found at the following site:

DRIVING

www.vicroads.vic.gov.au

When making a decision on

Check out www.tradingpost.

whether to drive or not, keep in mind that car ownership can be a financial burden for

com.au and www.carsguide. com.au to get an idea of

second-hand car prices, but

low-income earners. Petrol

used cars are also widely

is increasingly expensive, as

available in car sales yards,

are the costs of buying and

and

maintaining a car, registration

zines and newspapers. Do

costs, and insurance. Fees

your research before buying.

for parking and using toll

Remember that you can get

roads are similarly costly.

a car’s mechanics checked

BUYING A CAR Should you decide to buy a car, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, you must have a valid driver’s licence to drive in Australia. International students can drive using their home country’s licence provided their Student Visa is

advertised

in

maga-

before you buy it by such associations as the RACV. Get its history checked to make sure it’s not stolen or been

previously

deemed

un-roadworthy at Vic Roads: i

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www.vicroads.vic.gov.au

current and provided certain

MOBILE APPLICATION SILVER TOP - ORDER TAXIS QUICKLY AND EASILY

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INSURANCE

many roads also have specif-

places to eat, drink and shop,

automatically

ic lanes for bike riders. Tour-

as well as distances and

insurance when you register

ist centres, bike shops and

times for each ride.

many bookshops will provide

You

are

covered for third party bodily your car. This covers the cost

of a person’s medical bills if you injure them while driving. Extra coverage can be

bike path maps either free of charge or for a small cost.

Melbourne

in

particular

purchased through insurance

offers many different bike

erty insurance covers the

ety of interests, from its ‘Sip

erty that you may damage

cafés (www.bikepaths.com.

companies. Third party prop-

paths dedicated to a vari-

cost to anyone else’s prop-

n’ Cycle’ trails of Melbourne

while driving. Fire and theft

au) to trails around historical

options are also commonly

areas, wineries and simple

sive insurance is the highest

to owning a bicycle, you can

the most expensive. This

Melbourne’s CBD Bike Share

available. Fully comprehen-

scenic rides. As an alternative

level of insurance and also

also consider hiring a bicycle.

covers you for any injuries to yourself and any damages to your car, as well as third party injuries and damage.

scheme allows you to hire a bike for a day, a week or even a year, with prices as low as $2.50 for a day, $8 a week or $50 a year. Helmets can be purchased cheaply from

9654 2762

MON-SUN: 10AM-5PM

www.rentabike.net.au

CECIL WALKER CYCLES 395-397 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne & 296 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy Cecil Walker is famous as a one-stop-shop for everything bicycle related in Victoria.

It’s perfect if you need a new bicycle, parts or a complete repair.

For

those

located

outside of Melbourne, Cecil Walker also has an online shop.

9600 9000

MON-THU:

8:30AM-6:30PM; FRI: 8:30AM-7:30PM; SAT: 9AM-4:3PM; SUN: 10:30AM-4PM

www.cecilwalker.com.au

convenience stores throughout the city.

RENT A BIKE @ FED SQUARE

BIKES Whether you are riding a bike

Federation Square, Swanston Street, Melbourne

for recreation or to commute

Located right in the heart of

from A to B, cycling is a fantastic option for getting around Australian cities. They are inexpensive to buy and maintain, great for fitness, kind to the environment, and most of all great fun! Most Australian cities have well maintained bike

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paths

and

dedicated

off-road,

and

Melbourne and on the banks of the Yarra River, Rent a Bike @ Fed Square offer a range of biking solutions for young and old, singles and groups.

Bicycle hire includes a fullcolour, doubled-sided cycling map of Melbourne featuring Melbourne’s Top Five Rides, points of interest, and best

REMEMBER! • You need to wear a helmet when riding a bike.

• A good bike lock is also necessary.

• Learn the laws for

bike use on the road.

Go to the Bicycles Vic. website for more info: www.bv.com.au

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LITTLE MULE CO. 19 Somerset Place, Melbourne There is something about Melbourne and transforming everything into cafÊs, and the Little Mule is no exception! It specializes in bicycle sales and tune ups as well as coffee; so if you’re into bikes, or just looking for an interesting place to hang out, definitely check out The Little Mule!

9322 6384

MON-SAT: 7:30AM-3:30PM

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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS PROTECT YOURSELF International students can experience discrimination when seeking employment, applying for rental properties and accessing public transport.

It is against the law in Victoria to discriminate against a person because of their race, colour, nationality, age, disability, sex or religious beliefs.

Knowing about rights and understanding how laws protect you helps you recognise discrimination.

Contact us for more information.

Enquiry Line: (03) 9032 3583 or 1300 292 151 Interpreters (free service): 1300 152 494 Email: enquiries@veohrc.vic.gov.au Web: humanrightscommission.vic.gov.au Complaints: humanrightscommission.vic.gov.au/internationalstudents

KING ST

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9 3

20

13

LITTL

LONS

14 25

LITTLE BOURKE ST

8 4 6 LITTLE COLLINS ST

5

BOUR

ELIZABETH ST

BOURKE ST

COLLINS ST

FLINDERS LANE

FLINDERS ST

SWANSTON ST

LONSDALE ST

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QUEEN ST

LITTLE LONSDALE ST

WILLIAM ST

LA TROBE ST

2 1 15 FLINDERS ST

CO

CBD HOT SPOTS VIC

TO R

IA

Clothing

ST

1. Incu (pg 40) 2. Zoologie (pg 40)

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Music

7 EXHIBITION ST

3. Discurio (pg 44) 4. Missing Link (pg 46)

LE LONSDALE ST

SDALE ST

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Cafés

5. Social Roasting Company (pg 59) 6. Captains of Industry (pg 60) 7. League of Honest Coffee (pg 60) 8. Mister Close (pg 60) 9. Hardware Societé (pg 60)

LITTLE BOURKE ST

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Budget Eat

10 12 16

10. Ajisen Ramen (pg 56) 11. Oriental Spoon (pg 61)

SPRING ST

RUSSEL ST

RKE ST

OLLINS ST

24 FLINDERS ST

FLINDERS LANE

Cocktails & Lounges 12. Croft Institute (pg 78) 13. Golden Monkey (pg 78) 14. Cookie (pg 78) 15. Hell’s Kitchen (pg 78) 16. 1806 (pg 78)

Pubs

17. Workshop (pg 76) 18. Cho Gao (pg 76) 19. Eurotrash (pg 76) 20. Sista Bella (pg 77)

Nightclub

21. Billboard (pg 80)

Karaoke

22. Party World (pg 80) 23. Kbox (pg 80)

Live Music

24. Cherry (pg 80)

Cinemas

25. Rooftop Cinema (pg 81)

KNOW YOUR CITY FROM THE INSIDE OUT

and Degraves Street and

MELBOURNE CBD

Quite

Melbourne’s of

the

CBD

most

Central Place (great for shopping, nightlife and cafés).

FITZROY Fitzroy is famous for its alternative and quirky approach to shopping. A walk down Brunswick and Gertrude Streets will find you peeking in the

SOUTH YARRA & PRAHRAN is

one

interesting

city centres of any city in Australia. Apart from being a major cosmopolitan city that is consistently on the forefront of fashion, nightlife and restaurants, there is a distinct urban ‘laneway culture’ that exists. This means that little lanes that come off major streets can often be ministrips of fantastic shops, bars

a

famous

area

in

Australia,

mainly

due

to

Chapel and Greville Streets having

the

reputation

as

being one of the best shopping and eating out areas in the country. A walk down here during the day will find you pass by chic designer clothing stores, home-wares, vintage

and

second-hand,

and jewellery. The food on offer is a fusion of Eastern and Western influences.

windows of speciality clothing stores while Smith Street focuses more on the cheap (factory outlets) and unique (local stores).

designer

and

retro

Have lunch at one

of Melbourne’s best pubs or at one of the cheap eateries serving food with influences from all corners of the globe.

You’ll also find organic vegetarian restaurants, hamburger joints, souvlaki cafes and tapas bars.

and cafés that exist within converted old buildings.

This has resulted in a CBD that blurs the line between upmarket and urban living.

For eating out, nightlife and shopping, there are so many quality places it is hard to summarise what to expect.

Some of the most respected cafés and shops are tiny, hard-to-find places that have generated following

such that

a they

strong have

resulted in cult-like status.

Remember to look above and below the store fronts to find the hidden stores. Check out the laneways that surround Little Bourke Street (especial-

BRUNSWICK

RICHMOND Richmond its

is

massive

famous

for

selection

of

bargains. Bridge Road has second-hand

and

outlet

stores, plus plenty of intimate cafes and quality restaurants to break up the shopping day.

The pubs and hotels around here are home to some great live music. On Bridge Road there are also a massive number of classy bars. If you are particularly interested in trying some local Australian wine, there are a number of wine bars worth finding.

One of the most culturally diverse areas of Melbourne, second-hand

and

sustain-

able clothing is the shopping focus here. Keep an eye out on the walls for some awesome street art. Sydney Road is a well-known shopping strip, although you may need the tram to get from one side to the other. Brunswick is known for its diverse cultures and this is reflected in a mix of restaurants with Middle Eastern, Italian and Asian influences.

ly Hardware Lane for eating)

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CARLTON Close to a number of universities,

Carlton

packed

with

is

always students.

It is the Italian centre of Melbourne with Lygon Street being Melbourne’s own Little Italy. It is the place where the famous café culture was born. You’ll also find some of Carlton’s highlights on Faraday and Elgin Streets, such as Brunettis for coffee and Muttis for upmarket German cuisine. The quaint late-night cafés and eateries are a good alternative to the pub/club atmosphere. Carlton is also home to some cool places that show live theatre and art exhibitions.

ST KILDA This

laidback

yet

stylish

beach-side suburb is packed with trendy shopping and cafés. St Kilda’s trendy shopping area is mostly situated on Acland Street. If you have a sweet tooth, St Kilda is famous for having many cake shops. Head down for an afternoon at the beach and then stop off at one of the cool bars for an Aussie beer.

If you’re a live music fan we highly recommend visiting the Esplanade Hotel.

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For local students shop-

hand shopping, Brunswick

in

of the nation’s best stores,

ping is a social experience Australia.

You’ll

often

find students head out to the shops with friends after

lectures or on the weekends

Shopping & Setting Up

before enjoying a nice meal or an afternoon coffee.

Every day, people are travelling to Melbourne just to go shopping! Melbourne has a strong cosmopolitan culture, meaning there is a demand for many of the world’s best

and Richmond have some while Smith Street in Fitzroy has some massive factory outlets.

Local artists and designers are heavily supported by the fashion-loving Melburnians.

For fresh food, check out the QV markets in the CBD, or wander down to the beachside

suburb

of

St

Kilda

and walk through the night

brands to have a presence

markets.

here. For top-end shopping,

We are just getting started.

Little Bourke Street in the CBD, Chapel Street in Prahran, as well as Brunswick and Gertrude Streets in Fitzroy are superb. For second-

In this section we talk about what you’ll need to know and where to go to enjoy the shopping in Melbourne.

STEREOTYPE

REALITY

All Australians wear surf clothing because we’re so “chilled out” and surf all the time.

Many Australians do not wear this clothing. Actually, classic European clothing

All Australians own a wide brim Akubra hat, ugg boots and a Driza-Bone.

The movies Crocodile Dundee, Wolf Creek and Mad Max are good indicators of Australian culture.

is very popular in Australia Ugg boots are still very popular, despite being bought by an American company.

Driza-Bone and Akubra are worn, but mainly by people in farming communities.

False. Australians have been battling these ones for many years!

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THE LOCAL SHOPS Out in the suburbs, there

items such as ‘sticky buns’

or some snacks when all the

and jam scrolls are worth a

supermarkets are closed you

try too. At Easter you can get

can get them from a petrol

delicious hot-cross buns.

station. They also have products for your car, such as

are plenty of little groups of

GREENGROCERS

with what you need without

fruits and vegetables, always

shops that can provide you having to head over to larger shopping malls. The local shops will generally have all the specialty stores such

as the butcher, greengrocer and hairdresser. If you hear

an Aussie saying, “I’m just heading off to the shops,”

they are usually referring to their local shopping centre.

Often the goods at your local butcher are of a higher quality than the average supermarket. Commonly stocking a range of meats, poultry and seafood, many people prefer to buy their supplies from a butcher because they source it from only the freshest suppliers. If you are looking for something a little more fancy your local butcher will often be happy to order it in for you.

diet! They often stock a greater range than supermarkets, so it might be easier to find that rare ingredient at your local greengrocers. They may also sell a range of related

items at petrol stations are more expensive, sometimes they have specials on drinks and snacks.

PETROL AND GAS, THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!

items, such as spices, pickles, juices and more.

NEWSAGENCIES in many locations, newsagencies specialise in a range of this sort of media. Often stocking

newspapers

and

magazines from around the country and overseas, it is also a place to find stationery supplies and much more.

They also sell phone cards,

UNLEADED (PETROL) There are often three types of unleaded petrol at petrol stations.

The higher the level of octane the more expensive, but better for your car it will be.

public transport tickets and lottery tickets.

SERVICE STATIONS Service

stations,

most

of

which are open 24 hours a day in Australia, don’t just

BAKERIES bakeries

important in a healthy student

radiator fluid. While many

While newspapers are sold

BUTCHERS

The

Greengrocers sell a range of

in

Australia

generally stock the traditional fare of loaves and rolls. They may also have a selection of traditional Australian lunch items, such as pies, pasties and sausage rolls. Sweet

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sell fuel for your car. They also

have

coffee,

baked

goods, and basic food and household

supplies.

Many

are attached to a fast food chain as well. If you need to

AUTOGAS & DIESEL Autogas or diesel fuels are also common, but be sure to buy the correct fuel for your car.

dash out for a loaf of bread

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SHOPPING IN AUSTRALIA

be extended trading hours

SALES

Department

Although sales can occur all year round, there are two times of the year to keep your eye out for. The first is the end of financial year (1st July) and the second is Boxing Day (26th December).

around Christmas.

Eftpos is the Electronic Funds Transfer Point of Sale that

DEPARTMENT STORES stores

gener-

ally stock all of the non-food items,

although

some

do

sell sweets, soft drinks and chips. For electronics, cheap clothes and shoes, music, homewares, and more, this can be a good option. Some

Check websites like Spreets,

of them even develop photos

ily discounted one day deals,

car and garden products.

and Living Social for heav-

for a cheap price, or sell

ranging from beauty services

Myer, David Jones, Target

to full seven night getaways,

and Kmart are some of the

for up to 90% off full price.

department stores you’ll find

www.spreets.com.au

or centre.

www.livingsocial.com

OPENING TIMES In Australia there are some fairly set retail trading times.

Most stores will open by 9am and close by 5pm, with stores opening later on Sundays at 11am. One weeknight (Thursday or Friday) will have late night trading until 9pm. However, stores will often stay open later if they are near districts with restaurants and bars. There will also

in almost every shopping mall

to pay on your bank account card. You will need to swipe or insert your card and enter your PIN. Many stores have a minimum purchase amount before you can use eftpos (generally

$10)

but

most

supermarkets do not. You can also do ‘cash out’ at some stores- this a convenient way to withdraw money from your account at the same time as making purchases- but not all stores do this. Some have a limit on the amount of cash (probably

$50-$100).

Check whether eftpos trans-

increasingly

option

you can use in many stores

out

DEBIT CARDS An

EFTPOS

among

popular Australian

locals is Visa or Mastercard

actions and ‘cash out’ will incur bank fees when you are deciding on bank accounts.

debit cards. You can apply for these through your bank.

It works just like a credit card and allows you to use credit services (i.e. online services), but it uses the money in your account. Be sure to check the fees and interest on any

look for this symbol on windows to ensure you can use eftpos

cards before you decide to get one.

AUSTRALIAN JAMES HARRISON PRODUCED THE WORLD’S FIRST ICE MAKING MACHINE AND REFRIGERATOR.

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SETTING UP YOUR HOME ON A BUDGET

BOOKS www.bookdepository.co.uk

OK, IKEA can sort you out for basically the whole house at a pretty decent price.

However, if you’re looking for something a bit different that’s still cheap, try these out:

THE STUDY Desks, chairs and bookcases are common items that people sell when they are moving house. Therefore, the best places to find these items are often garage sales. A garage sale occurs at someone’s house in their garage or driveway, and they often promote them in weekend newspapers or with signs close to their house.

ONLINE: www.gumtree.com.au- a great secondhand buying and selling website that doesn’t allow online payment, only in person.

SHOP: Salvos- a chain of second-hand charity stores in a range of locations. www.salvationarmy.org.au

BATHROOM Buy bath mats, towels and other toiletries from either large supermarkets or cheap department stores such as:

KMART www.kmart.com.au BIG W TARGET

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www.bigw.com.au www.target.com.au

Shopping

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POSTERS

www.allposters.com.au

BEDROOM & LOUNGE We’re talking sheets, quilts, and all those necessities. Best value buys are from:

SPOTLIGHT www.spotlight.com.au LINCRAFT www.lincraft.com.au If you are looking for something a little more high-end you might like to browse through the big department stores:

MYER www.myer.com.au DAVID JONES

INSIDER

www.davidjones.com.au

KITCHEN, DINING & LAUNDRY For the bigger items such as fridges, washing machines and tables, try to find a noticeboard at your institution, as you can be sure that as you arrive in Australia another international student is going home and wanting to sell their goods. You really want to avoid buying these new as they cost a lot here! Try www.gumtree.com.au for these items too.

ELECTRICAL GOODS If you want to buy electrical goods new, head to the large stores that specialise in them:

HARVEY NORMAN www.harveynorman.com.au GOOD GUYS www.goodguys.com.au These two companies compete heavily on electrical items, and unlike most stores in Australia you can bargain and end up saving hundreds of dollars.

KITCHEN STUFF For cheap items head to your local supermarket or IKEA outlet. For higher quality items head to department stores or homewares specialists.

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b budget this store has cheap options available

r second-hand this store sells second-hand or used goods

h women’s this store sells women’s clothing

g men’s this store sells men’s clothing

d music & electronics this store sells CDs, records or electronic items

u accessories and shoes this store specialises in shoes

CLOTHING STORES

COMEBACK KID

INCU MAN

CBK is small and rather hard

Shop 6a, 274 Flinders Lane, Melbourne

ing, well-priced local designer

Level 1, 8 Rankins Lane, Melbourne to find, but it has some amaz-

Incu is an awesome clothes shop that stocks a lot of alternative

brands.

They

have brands such as Cheap Monday,

Norse

Projects

and many, many more! Their clothing isn’t the cheapest, but definitely worth checking out!

MON-THU

& SAT: 10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-8PM; SUN: 11AM-5PM

www.incuclothing.com

QV, Shop ACL 12, Albert Coates Lane, Melbourne At Incu, the most trendy, urban outfit can be found here before it’s in magazines. Plus have recently opened

up a new clothing store. With

w

and explore the alternative

for gift ideas

v books

including Jesen, Book Club, ULA, their own CBK brand and many more! This store is full of the unique fashion style that is common throughout Melbourne. They definitely ing out!

9670 7076

MON-SAT: 11AM-6PM

www.comebackkid.com.au

FOREVER NEW

INCU WOMEN

a large range of brands, you

this store is good

er known imported brands

ghu

gu

or accessories

gifts

a few smaller, local and less-

have some stuff worth check-

9663 9933

they

streetwear. They specialise in

should take a look around styles of Incu Women!

9654 4725

MON-THU

& SAT: 10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-8PM; SUN: 11AM-5PM

20 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf Forever New stocks gorgeous women’s clothing. They are all about feminity, mostly stocking pastel or soft tones and lots of florals, lace and bows. They also have a range of shoes, hats and bags to complete your look.

9099 1174

MON-THU & SAT-SUN:

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-9PM

www.forevernew.com.au

bhu

www.incuclothing.com

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this store sells reading material

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SURE

11 Manchester Lane, Melbourne Self-proclaimed ‘Melbourne’s home of good stuff’, Sure

is renowned for stocking some of the rarer street brands

(such as Alife, HUG and The Hundreds) and a compre-

hensive range of the latest shoes, tees and accessories.

You can also find the old-school classics like Vans, Nike and New Balance.

9663 7873

MON-THU & SAT: 10AM-6PM;

FRI: 10AM-7PM; SUN: 12PM-5PM

ZOOLOGIE 14 Manchester Lane, Melbourne If you’re curious about what the next trends in Australian fashion will be, you’ll be

enlightened

at

Zoolo-

gie. Stocking the latest from Australian designers, Zoologie has a gorgeous range of casual clothing for men and women.

T-shirts,

jumpers,

jackets, dresses and all those other basics are there, about to be taking on tomorrow’s fashion world. The prices will be high, but the clothing is well worth it.

9639 8848

SECOND-HAND SHOPPING Second-hand shopping is the perfect way for students to find real bargains on pre-loved items.

Op-shops are small shops, generally run by charities, that stock donated secondhand items. The Salvation Army, Red Cross and St Vincent de Paul all run chains of charity op-shops. Op-shops often don’t know the value of their stock, so while it may take some time to browse through, the treasures that you can find are very exciting.

Vintage shops are more selective in what they stock. They have only the best second-hand clothing and accessories that are unique in their style and hard to come by. They will also be more expensive.

Some markets have a range of vendors specialising in second-hand and vintage clothing.

MON-THU

& SAT: 10:30AM-6PM; FRI: 10:30AM-7PM; SUN: 12PM-5PM

www.zoologie.com.au

gh DFO South Wharf, 20 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf Cotton On has cheap but fashionable clothing made cotton.

This

means

t-shirts and tops are the main stock, but there are also accessories and pants.

Check out their sister store, Cotton On Body for underwear.

9686 7467

SACRED HEART

12 Smith Street, Collingwood

87a Grey Street, St Kilda

With four levels to explore,

This old church is packed

Lost and Found is a haven

COTTON ON

from

LOST AND FOUND MARKET

MON-THU & SAT-SUN:

of vintage treasures. The place is bursting with an endless selection of clothes, shoes, books and vintage items. They have a dedicated section for men’s fashion too. Music lovers will be thrilled to see the vinyl record collections, all in mint condition. In the basement, there are vintage furniture pieces.

9419 4477

MON-SUN:

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-9PM

10AM-6PM

www.cottonon.com/au

www.lostandfoundmarket.com.au

hand goodies. You may feel like you’re swimming in an ocean of fabric, buttons and zips, but the clothing is sorted by type so you can browse through easily.

This store also offers a constantly changing range of books, jewellery, glassware and crockery, so if you’re looking to fill your kitchen

cupboards

character,

come

with

through

these sections.

9536 8437

MON-SUN:

10AM-4:30PM

bghu

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SPORTSGIRL

Alife, Converse, Vans, Docs

516 Chapel Street, South Yarra Affordable

and

styllish,

Sportsgirl can give your look that bit of individuality you’re looking

for.

Skirts,

pants,

tops and jumpers are all here, plus some inexpensive hats, sunnies and jewellery.

Definitely check out the sale items, as accesories tend to

and many more. You can also at their stores, such as bags

www.dotti.com.au

and socks.

9824 1377

MON-THU & SAT:

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-8PM; SUN: 10AM-5:30PM

www.platypusshoes.com.au

For the girl that’s dreamed of having a wardrobe full of classy shoes, you can’t go past Novo for affordable

hu

ladies footwear, plus some

GENERAL PANTS CO.

ries. Find that perfect pair of

bags and other accesso-

Pants are not all that is on offer here. They have the latest streetwear from top to bottom for men and women.

One of the best of its kind in Australia, this one is worth a browse through.

9826 0115

MON-THU

& SAT: 10AM-6PM; FRI:

boots, glamorous heels for a night out, or a pair of fashionable flats.

9421 1121

MON-THU

& SAT: 10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-9PM; SUN: 11PM-6PM

www.novoshoes.com.au

The girl who wants value-for-

ghuw

money clothing will want to

PLATYPUS

It’s all about the latest of

ers, runners and dress shoes.

They have top brands such as

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find their nearest Dotti store. women’s fashion, with a bit of a sexy side. Skirts, shorts, pants, cardigans and tops are all a bargain here. Check them

listed

If that doesn’t tell you how awesome the store is, nothing will. They have the coolest clothing and accessories, plus they sell all the ties, hats, and jewellery you’ll need to make your own style.

9416 2032

MON-THU

& SAT: 10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-8PM; SUN: 11AM-6PM

www.dangerfield.com.au

ghu KOOKAI 138-140 Greville Street, Prahran

designed, well-made cloth-

DOTTI

www.generalpants.com.au

men’s and women’s sneak-

has

expensive side, but their well-

143-151 Bridge Road, Richmond

Platypus stocks a range of

Guides

Kookai can be a bit on the

bhu

10AM-8PM; SUN: 11AM-6PM

417 Chapel Street, South Yarra

289 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

we started five years ago.

www.sportsgirl.com.au

529 Chapel Street, South Yarra

DANGERFIELD

Dangerfield every year since

216 Bridge Road, Richmond

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-8PM

bhu

Insider

u

stock and you can get jewelMON-THU & SAT-SUN:

MON-THU & SAT-SUN:

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-8PM

NOVO

9804 7077

9421 6749

find a number of accessories

be the majority of the run out lery pieces for a few dollars.

larly their hats and sunnies.

out

for

inexpensive

accessorising too, particu-

Shopping

ing is worth it. The average student need not despair on prices either - they have good sales and their VIP nights can present much needed bargains.

9525 0316

MON-THU

& SAT: 10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-9PM; SUN: 10AM-5PM

www.kookai.com.au

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UP THERE STORE Level 1, 15 McKillop Street, Melbourne Definitely a clothing store for the tasteful male - Up There Store specialise in local designers that showcase some classy yet understated casual wear, as well as some uncommon imported labels. Go check out Up There Store for their interesting range of shoes, jackets, shirts and pants!

9670 6225

MON-THU: 11AM-6PM; FRI: 11AM-8PM; SAT: 11AM-5PM

www.uptherestore.com

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MUSIC & BOOKS DISCURIO 113 Hardware Street, Melbourne Discurio specialise in the more elite side of music. Jazz and classical fans can find their favourites here, along with baroque, romantic and modernist

music.

Classic

movies are also on sale here from the Hollywood Golden Era, French New Wave and more recent greats of cinema.

9600 1488

MON-THU:

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-7PM; SAT:10AM-5PM

MARKETS Don’t worry if you simply cannot face another night of tinned fruit and vegetables. There is a way to buy

fresh produce on the cheap: farmers markets. These fresh food events have fast become a staple excur-

sion for health-conscious Aussies looking to grab a

great bargain. Fresh fruit and vegetables, crusty breads, seafood and gourmet treats are market mainstays.

To really make sure your dollar goes further, always

remember to buy produce that is in-season and arrive either earlier or later to avoid the mid-morning crowds.

One of the best markets to try in Melbourne is the

Showgrounds markets on Sunday mornings. To find

out when and where your nearest farmers markets are being held, check online market guides like this one: www.farmersmarkets.org.au/markets.

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QUEEN VICTORIA MARKETS

THE ESPLANADE MARKET

TITLE

Corner of Queen and Elizabeth Streets

St Kilda

The QV Markets are well-

farmers market, we had to

known as one of the best

recommend it. This market

outdoor

markets

the

has been the place to buy

country.

Boutique

wine-

and sell arts and crafts in

makers, butchers, farmers

Melbourne since the 1970s.

and craftsmen come from

Come down to St Kilda and

all over to bring you the

immerse

ultimate market shopping

sometimes

experience. The competi-

times beautiful world of art.

tion between stall-owners

Who knows, you might be

makes the market come

buying from the next Picas-

alive

so.

341 Sydney Road, Brunswick TITLE seeks to represent all those who get forgotten by the other stores. They sell music, books and DVDs from genres that are difficult to get or just have a small following - classical and classic, foreign, forgotten and postmodern. Their books are nonfiction. They also sell some hard-to-find vinyl records.

9380 4488

MON-THU:

10AM-6PM; FRI: 10AM-7PM; SAT:10AM-5PM

www.titlespace.com

vd

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as

Although

in

bargains

are

shouted out while you stroll through.

9320 5822

9534 0066

not

actually

yourself crazy,

in

a

the

some-

SUN: 10AM-5PM

www.stkildamarket.com TUE & THU:

6AM-2PM; FRI: 6AM-5PM; SAT: 6AM-3PM; SUN: 9AM-4PM

www.qvm.com.au

Shopping

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POLYESTER RECORDS

MISSING LINK

387 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

405 Bourke Street, Melbourne

If you are an avid music fan

Located

of

Mag Nation stocks over 4000

and are looking for some less

Melbourne’s CBD, Missing

magazine titles in a four story

common CDs, you should

Link has been Melbourne’s

retail outlet. The magazines

definitely check out Poly-

central independent record

are both national and interna-

ester. The store has a broad

store since… well, forever.

tional covering just about any

range of genres and a lot of

The store plays host to the

topic you can think of. The

alternative music. You might

occasional in-store gig, all of

store also stocks the latest

find yourself leaving with a

which are free and all-ages.

stationery and design books

heap of CDs you didn’t even

Known for its unparalleled

out there for those arty folks.

know you wanted, or perhaps

punk/hardcore section, Miss-

The store stocks a number of

some that you thought you’d

ing Link also stocks a huge

title in foreign languages. If

never be able to find!

amount of local releases. This

you are interested in fashion

is the place to go if you want

or design this is a place you

10AM-9PM; WED-SAT:

to hear some of Melbourne’s

must check out.

10AM-10PM; SUN: 10AM-8PM

amazing musical talent.

9419 5137

MON-TUE:

www.polyesterrecords.com

d

MAG NATION

in

9670 8208

the

heart

88 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne

MON-WED:

9663 6559

MON-THU:

7:30AM-8PM; FRI: 7:30AM-9PM;

10AM-5PM; THU: 10AM-6PM;

SAT: 9AM-7PM; SUN: 10AM-6PM

FRI: 10AM-7PM; SAT:

www.magnation.com

10AM-4PM; SUN: 12PM-4PM

www.missinglink.net.au

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ONLINE SHOPPING Most larger stores now have an online option for shop-

ping. This can be handy if

you’re pressed for time or you wish to pick up that item you didn’t buy in store. It’s a

very quick way of checking out the sales.

There’s also online secondhand shopping and trad-

to find furniture, items for

Some of the biggest online

around the home, electron-

trading sites are:

ics, or that collectable item you’ve always wanted. These sites are great for a bargain,

WWW.GUMTREE.COM.AU WWW.GRAYSONLINE.COM.AU

although some precautions

WWW.TRADINGPOST.COM.AU

should always be taken. It’s

Online shopping can also be

best to take a friend with you if you’ve agreed to meet someone over one of these sites. Be careful about sending money as well, especially if you haven’t seen the item physically. PayPal is often the best option for payment, as it

ing. This can be a great way

is a secure system.

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Shopping

a much cheaper way of finding your books. Try some of the following websites if you are interested in this:

WWW.BOOKTOPIA.COM.AU WWW.TEXTBOOKEXCHANGE.COM.AU WWW.COOP-BOOKSHOP.COM.AU WWW.BOOKDEPOSITORY.CO.UK

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MELBOURNE CENTRAL Transport hub, shopping complex and so much more... many a Melburnian has made the mistake of stepping

off a train en route home and accidentally spent an

entire afternoon shopping, dining and hanging out in this fantastic institution. Shown in the photo above is Coop’s Shot Tower. Built in 1888, she still stands today

quietly watching over Melbourne’s Central Business District through its more recently added glass dome.

The rich multicultural nature

For world-class Turkish and

embraced by locals when

want to splurge for a special

of Australia’s population is

it comes to food. Aussies

regularly eat food from all over the world, and they

cook it at home as well as actively seek it out at restau-

Eating Out & Food

rants.

The

vegetarian try Fitzroy. If you occasion, Chapel Street and Toorak Road in South Yarra have beautiful food.

There is a strong café culture in Melbourne. The result is arguably the world’s finest

restaurant

culture

in

Melbourne is the envy of Australia. vibrant

Among and

these

multicultural

streets you’ll find a vast array of influences from all corners of the globe. If you head to Chinatown in the city you can find an abundance of Oriental delights. For a taste of Europe head to Richmond

coffee being served from thousands of cafés in side streets such as Degraves Street and Hardware Lane.

This section shows some of the best places to eat around the city as recommended by other local and international students. We’ve also got you covered for your home cooking needs.

or Lygon Street in Carlton.

STEREOTYPE “Throw another shrimp on the barbie” is a common expression at barbecues.

Australians eat “bushtucker”, which is native Australian plants and animals, as snacks.

Australians love to barbecue and eat outside.

REALITY Absolutely false. Aussies don’t even refer to shrimp in the same way that this expression does.

Not many people do these days. However, some Indigenous communities still include this in their diet.

Our sunny climate means that we can do this often, especially in summer.

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AUSSIE CUISINE

home and didn’t like it, we

be poking the sausages and

advise giving it another shot

4-5 men should be standing

MEAT PIES & SAUSAGE ROLLS

here in Australia as it might

around watching the barbe-

surprise you.

cue with a drink in their hand,

Australian lunches are often bought from the bakery or deli. Many of these bakerystyle foods involve some kind of meat or poultry wrapped in

not helping at all!

THE BARBECUE You’re in Australia, barbe-

FUSION COOKING

cues

Often referred to as Modern

happen!

The

staple

barbecue ingredients: beef

Australian

sausages,

bread,

cooking refers to the custom

onion, tomato and sauce. But

of combining several inter-

don’t worry if you don’t eat

national tastes into one dish.

meat like many of the locals.

For

Why not try cooking up some

Japanese raw salmon with

veggie burgers, falafel or

Vietnamese rice paper, or an

tofu kebabs? Or, if you’re

Italian pizza base topped with

feeling particularly adventur-

Mexican

ous, grab a recipe for stuffed

combining of ingredients and

ents to the top of schnitzels

tomato or zucchini.

cooking styles is increasingly

(crumbed chicken or veal)

Remember the Aussie barbe-

pastry. Some common examples include the meat pie, sausage roll and pasty. We highly

recommend

adding

tomato sauce to all of these during consumption.

SCHNITZEL & STEAK TOPPINGS Australians are known to add toppings and extra ingredi-

and steaks. The list of these topping options are endless.

Some

popular

examples

include Kilpatrick (Worcester-

cue

sliced

hierarchy!

Only

one

cuisine,

example,

fusion

combining

ingredients.

This

common in Australian restaurants.

person should be flipping the meat, one person should

shire sauce, barbecue sauce and bacon), Mexican (salsa, mozzarella

and

jalapeños)

and Parmigiana (mozzarella, bacon and a fresh tomato sauce).

SEAFOOD Since the majority of Australian cities are coastal, seafood has always been a popular choice for meals. Some particularly nice seafood that

If someone asks you to a party

and asks you to “bring a plate”, it doesn’t mean physically

bringing just a plate. It means bring some food to share.

we recommend trying while you are here include Moreton Bay Bugs and barramundi.

Seafood is often brought out on special occasions. If you tried some seafood back at

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CAFE LATTE

ESPRESSO (SHORT BLACK)

HOT CHOCOLATE

FLAT WHITE (WHITE COFFEE)

CAPPUCCINO

MACCHIATO (SHORT BLACK)

LONG BLACK (AMERICANO)

TEA

COFFEE SHOT

STEAMED MILK

MILK FOAM

CHOCOLATE SYRUP OR POWDER

WHITE TEA (WITH MILK) HOT WATER

CAFÉ CULTURE Australians love their coffee. It is almost a necessity for existence here and the café culture reflects this well. Almost every restaurant, petrol station, pub and lunch bar will serve coffee.

Little cafés with outdoor seating are found everywhere in the city centre and wherever there are shops or lots of people to be found, there will be a café hidden somewhere. Coffee is taken seriously here and no visit to the city is complete without tasting some of the finest brews.

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HOMECOOKED

sharpen it too. If you know

going to buy anyway, or will

Little cash, a spontaneous

anybody in your new city, ask

allow you to innovate your

them if they have any spare

dish and make it cheaper.

kitchen equipment. You will

Also, if you buy meat late

be surprised how people

in the afternoon, price tags

accumulate bits and pieces

magically change and you

for the kitchen and how rarely

can

they use them. Also, try char-

cheaply as well as hot chick-

ity stores for this stuff. It’s a

ens ready to be eaten.

lifestyle and limited facilities mean that for students, cooking at home can be challenging. However, whether you live alone or in a share-house, home cooking can a be a cheap, healthy and rewarding alternative to eating out all the time.

First things first, you need to get sorted with equipment, including a decent knife! It will save a lot of time in the long run. Work out how to

buy

freezable

meats

gold mine for vintage cooking utensils!

When buying items in the supermarket, have a look in the reduced bin near the front. This could save you money on items you were

Stuck for meal ideas?

Try one of these websites: WWW.TASTE.COM.AU WWW.GOURMETTRAVELLER.COM.AU WWW.BESTRECIPES.COM.AU

AUSSIE STEAK SANDWICH TOAST Use whichever bread you like.

Aussies traditionally use square style.

Be sure to toast under the grill or in your toaster before use.

SLICED TOMATO ONION

LETTUCE Make it fancy and add a slice of coral or cos lettuce.

Cook the onion in oil in a pan on medium heat or on a barbecue grill until crispy brown.

CHEESE Traditionally it’s the tasty or cheddar varieties.

STEAK Cook steak for two minutes on each side or to your liking. We advise medium-well to avoid soggy sandwiches.

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CONDIMENTS Generally a bit of tomato sauce and mayonnaise (mayo) will do the trick, but you can add your own and be creative, eg. mustard.

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MAKE A MOVE IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION www.vu.edu.au/insider All Victoria University courses involve learning in the workplace and community – so you will be job-ready from the day you graduate.

VU has a huge range of subject areas and you can receive credits for your previous study. Switch to VU and work towards a certificate, diploma, bachelor or higher degree.

We have three campuses in Melbourne’s city centre and four close by, so you’ll be where the action is.

Talk to our international staff: VUHQ – 300 Flinders Street, Melbourne +61 3 9919 1365 international@vu.edu.au

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THROW ANOTHER SHRIMP ON THE BARBIE

The Aussie BBQ is one of

the most important social concepts that exists on our shores. We put it right up there with ice cold beers and cricket.

We have written a few listings we consider to be the best spots to grab your

ingredients before you turn on the gas bottle and crank up the hot plates.

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MEATS @ QV MARKETS

HALAL FOODS

For the freshest meats and

For Halal meats, there are

veg in Melbourne, check out

plenty

the Queen Victoria Markets.

around the place, but one to

Established

in

1878,

of

Halal

butchers

the

take note of is Macca Halal

Queen Victoria Markets have

Meats in Flemington. You

been feeding Melbourne with

can also find Halal meats

the freshest in seafood, meat,

in certain stalls in some of

poultry and organic fruit &

Melbourne’s many markets.

veg.

Macca Halal Meats is located at 316 Racecourse Road, Flemington.

9372 2755

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POULTRY @ QV MARKETS If you’re looking for poultry, check out the many stalls the QVM have to offer. A few stalls to look out for are The Chicken Pantry, Nifra Poultry and many more!

FARMERS MARKETS If you want fresh produce, head down to the farmers markets at the Melbourne Showgrounds on a Sunday.

They have stalls run by farmers and sell fresh fruit,

SEAFOOD If you’re after seafood, check out the two seafood stalls in the Queen Victoria Markets – these are Happy Tuna Seafoods as well as Seafood & Oyster Spot.

veggies, bread, eggs and much more. The markets are

TOFU If you are looking for a vegetarian option, marinated tofu is a fantastic alternative and is available from just about every supermarket.

www.insiderguides.com.au

open weekly on Sundays from 9am-1pm. The farmers markets are located at the Melbourne

Showgrounds,

access from Leonards Crescent off Langs Road, Ascot Vale.

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b budget this establishment sells cheap food

f takeaway takeaway food is sold at this establishment

e coffee good quality coffee is made here

BUDGET

230 Dorcas Street, Melbourne

AJISEN RAMEN

This Indonesian restaurant is

130 Bourke Street, Melbourne

popular with students, partic-

Ramen noodles are a big part

ularly those who are home-

of the Japanese diet, being served in a tasty soup with sauce.

Fresh

vegetables,

boiled egg and other ingredients are added to create unique flavour combinations.

At Ajisen Ramen they pride themselves on serving top quality ramen and making dishes healthy. Their menu

i

also includes curries, bento

booking recommended

nese drinks. Most items are

we recommend calling ahead to make sure you can get in

n open late this eatery serves food late into the night

l

boxes and traditional Japaabout $15.

9662 1100

Indonesian drinks available to try. The satay sauce here is a must-try in the Sate Ayam dish and we’d recommend the house recipe ‘Garamerica’.

9696 2192

TUE-SUN: 12PM-9PM

This little takeaway restau-

NORSIAH’S KITCHEN

ran for a long time. Produc-

rant has been around in Prahing delicious Chinese and

604 Swanston St, Carlton

for

international

students

looking for a cheap and comforting meal. Pick what you want from a variety of ready-cooked Malay dishes

s

– a traditional drink found in

in vegetarian food

also a number of traditional

bsfl

served with rice for $6.50. We

this eatery specialises

reasonably priced. There are

364 Malvern Road, Prahran

your own wine for a fee

extensive vegetarian options

of which are flavourful and

HAPPY PHOENIX

ah’s Kitchen is a popular spot

you can bring

many traditional dishes, all

www.ajisenramenmelbourne.com.au

this location hosts

byo wine

cuisine. The menu includes

12PM-9:30PM

A family run business, Norsi-

y

sick for a bit of Indonesian

byi MON-SUN:

free WIFI free WIFI

recommend their Teh Tarik Singapore and Malaysia.

9347 7079

MON-SUN:

11:30AM-9:30PM

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GARAMERICA

vegetarian dishes for very affordable

prices,

it’s

not

hard to work out why they are here to stay. While takeaway is the main offering, it is worth sitting in for a banquet sometime - they have more seating out the back so even if the front area is full, ask for a table.

9510 4266

MON-THU:

12PM-2PM, 5PM-10PM; FRI: 12PM-2PM, 5PM-11PM; SAT: 5PM-11PM; SUN: 5PM-10PM

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MANCHESTER PRESS

8 Rankins Lane, Melbourne The vibe you get when you walk into Manchester Press is something else. The place feels like an alternative cafeteria that’s been decked out with unique trinkets and pictures. The coffee is amazing, the food is delicious, and it is a really chilled out place to socialise with friends.

9600 4054

MON-FRI: 7AM-5PM; SAT: 9AM-5PM

PING’S DUMPLING KITCHEN

GRILL’D

QV URBAN MARKETS

330 Clayton Road, Clayton

348-350 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Near Monash Uni, this is a

Grill’d is another top burger

Corner of Russell and Swanston, Melbourne

perfect student eatery as the

joint that is trying to change

prices are low and the food

the bad reputation that burg-

On the run? Then QV’s Urban

is

Obviously,

ers have had for so long.

it’s the dumplings that end

They deliver their hard work

up being the main attraction,

in the form of burgers that are

but have a go at any of the

healthy and most importantly

other dishes on their compre-

delicious. Choose from beef,

hensive

you’ll

lamb, chicken and vegetar-

find them just as satisfying.

ian offerings, most of which

Noodles, soups and all those

are less than $12. We recom-

items you expect like Spring

mend the Summer Sunset.

scrumptious.

menu

and

Rolls, Crispy Duck and Clay

9419 5244

MON-WED & SUN:

Pots dishes are available here

11AM-10PM; THU-SAT: 11AM-11PM

and all for under $15.

www.grilld.com.au

9558 8831

MON-SUN:

11AM-9:30PM

Market is the place to be with over 20 different lunch offerings catering for every taste including sushi, pizza & pasta, noodles, bagels, wraps and much more. For those with a little more time why not take in the ambience of QV Square and dine at one of the surrounding eateries. www.qv.com.au

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BUDGET TIPS 1. WHIP IT UP

Although you may not always like it, the surest way of sticking to your weekly budget is by preparing meals yourself.

Why not cook in bulk and freeze any leftovers for those nights when you need a quick

sure you stick to buying only what you need. Try to shop late in the evening to get the biggest price cuts on meat and bread. For cheap fruit and vegetables buy at the end of the week when shops are getting ready to restock.

And remember: never shop on an empty stomach!

3. CHEAP TUESDAY TUCKER Tuesday is the day to find a fast food bargain! From cheap drinks to cheap pizza, every week more and more businesses are jumping on board the Cheap Tuesday bandwagon and extending the savings to you.

microwave fix?

4. GO ONLINE

2. SUPERMARKET GAMES

Check out Beyond Baked Beans and Student Cook Book for eating guides designed specifically to help out students on a budget.

We’ve all fallen for the trap of impulse buying when popping into the supermarket for a quick shop. Plan your meals before heading out to make

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www.beyondbakedbeans.com www.studentcook.co.uk Another great resource is Cheap Skates where an entire online community exists dedicated to saving money. www.cheapskates.com.au

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sandwiches and soups.

9387 6079

to Uni Melbourne campus.

MON-SAT:

9347 8664

MON-SAT:

SOCIAL ROASTING COMPANY

7:30AM-5PM; SUN: 8AM-5PM

7AM-5PM; SUN: 8AM-4PM

5 McKillop Street, Melbourne

www.wideopenroad.com.au

www.sevenseeds.com.au

This is a cool little ‘not for

e

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profit’ chain of cafés that use 100% ethically sourced

HARDWARE SOCIETÉ

coffee beans and help find

120 Hardware Lane, Melbourne

employment

Hardware Societé has about

for

people

who have been out of work for extended periods. It’s a unique concept and they have

great

tasting

coffee

that you can enjoy in fine surroundings – be sure to check it out!

the

best

breakfast/brunch

you can get in Melbourne.

It is hidden down a laneway and easy to walk past, like so many other places around the city. The staff are friendly, the room compact but bright and the coffee is fantastic. The

MON-FRI: 7AM-4PM

brunch menu is all to die for

www.socialroasting.com.au

but we recommend trying the

e

baked egg with chorizo.

9078 5992

WIDE OPEN ROAD When

people

are

talking

about coffee like it’s wine (nuances, flavours, etc) you

It’s no secret, but Melburnians

love

their

coffee.

In order to sustain their caffeine-fuelled cafés

are

addiction,

conveniently

housed in every corner of

the city. Stumbling upon a

hole in the wall in a laneway is not an uncommon sight.

The crisp Melbourne morn-

MON-FRI:

7:30AM-3:00PM; SAT: 8:30AM-2:00PM

274 Barkly Street, Brunswick

COFFEE IN MELBOURNE

ing air is often intertwined with the aroma of crushed

e

coffee beans. Great coffee

SEVEN SEEDS SPECIALITY COFFEE

Melbourne as it requires

know that they are serious

106-114 Berkeley Street, Carlton

about their coffee. That’s

Seven Seeds pride them-

the kind of seriousness at

selves

Wide Open Road, where they

world’s best coffee, meticu-

have a range of blends from

lously roasting it and selling

South America and Africa.

it to those looking for that

This homely, open cafe is a

special

relaxed spot to enjoy a coffee.

fully modern interior of Seven

Pick up a bite to eat for brek-

Seeds is inviting to all those

kie and lunch, with their menu

who come to visit. Located in

of toasts, muesli, croissants,

Carlton and particularly close

on

cup.

sourcing

The

the

delight-

is viewed as an art-form in the right ingredients: an

expert barista, world-class machinery, perfectly roast-

ed beans and well-steamed milk. In a cosmopolitan city

teaming with cultures from all around the globe, it was the

Italians

Melbourne

who

to

taught

appreciate

coffee in its true and finest form.

THERE ARE OVER 50 TUNNELS THAT RUN UNDER MELBOURNE! 60

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LEAGUE OF HONEST COFFEE 8 Exploration Lane, Melbourne Whether you need a cup or you’d like to buy something for making the perfect cup at home, you can get it here. They are so dedicated to their drink that there is no food cooked on site, except a selection of muffins and other treats. See some of the more unique ways of brewing coffee as the baristas experiment with different methods from time to time.

9654 0169

MON-FRI:

7AM-4PM; SAT: 7AM-2PM

ef

ORIENTAL SPOON

SOUL MAMA

restaurant serving up an inter-

254 La Trobe Street, Melbourne Oriental Spoon is a Korean esting mix of dishes. They

10 Jacka Boulevard, St Kilda This lovely vegetarian restaurant

overlooks

coastline.

St

The

Kilda’s

restaurant

offers organic, buffet-style meals, serving an interesting range of organic Australian wines. The restaurant also offers banquet options for large groups, which is something to consider next time you are out with a bunch of friends.

WED-THU: 5PM-LATE; FRI-SUN: 12PM-LATE

Shop 13, Midtown Plaza, 246 Bourke Street, Melbourne Mister Close has top quality coffee that they blend with care. It’s not just the caffeine that should get you in here either. They have teas and a chemical-free decaf coffee option (both made with passion as well), plus a fresh menu that changes daily on weekdays. Drop by for tasty breakfast and lunch items, including salads, tarts, quiches, wraps, sandwiches and more.

MON-FRI: 7AM-4PM;

SAT: 9AM-4PM; SUN: 10AM-4PM

www.misterclose.com.au

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www.soulmama.com.au

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special cooking tables. The restaurant sits down from the street and with its simple interior and wooden tables, you can easily forget the busy city outside is Melbourne and think you were in a cafeteria overseas. Meals are priced at about the $20 mark.

9654 9930

MON-FRI:

12PM-3PM, 5:30PM-10PM;

f BASQUE 159 Chapel Street, Prahran Basque

serves

inspired

FRANCE-SOIR 11 Toorak Road, South Yarra France-Soir serves traditional French cooking with all the class and style it deserves.

Although a little expensive, it is always busy. Their wine list has a huge selection from Burgundy and Bordeaux. We recommend trying the beef burgundy with duck confit pate.

9866 8569

also let you serve yourself on

SAT-SUN: 5:30PM-10PM

0423 888 801

MISTER CLOSE

9654 7778

CASUAL EATS

Spanish-

cuisine,

which

includes a tapas-style menu option and standard meals.

You can have a satisfying feed here for under $20 and wash it down with some homemade was

sangria,

highly

which

recommended

to Insider Guides. We also advise trying the Pork Belly and Crispy Calamari.

9533 7044

MON-THU:

10AM-11PM; FRI-SUN: 8AM-1AM MON-SUN:

10AM-3PM, 6PM-12AM

www.france-soir.com.au

www.basque.com.au

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CHOCOLATE & DESSERTS

SAN CHURRO

MAX BRENNER CHOCOLATE BAR

143 Acland Street, St Kilda

QV Square, Shop 25 , 210 Lonsdale St

San Churros make spicy and

It’s 2pm, it’s raining and all

BREIZOZ FRENCH CREPERIE

rich blends of hot chocolate

you want to do is escape

to traditional Spanish reci-

your studies for 30 minutes

pes. Get your hot chocolate

and have a break. Welcome

fix here or indulge in a choc-

to Max Brenner’s. This place

olate tasting and a coffee.

serves up one of the tastiest,

They often have specials on,

richest hot chocolates in the

such as free coffees after a

country. With a cosy atmos-

certain time on Wednesdays,

phere and marshmallows to

and these change regularly.

top it off, it has cemented

Follow them on Facebook

itself as the ultimate study

to find out what the current

break.

49 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy This creperie may change your

mind

about

crepes

forever. Made with glutenfree buckwheat and in traditional style of Breton (France), you can get both savoury and sweet crepes here from $5.

9415 7588

MON-FRI:

11AM-3PM, 6PM-10PM; SAT: 10AM-10PM; SUN: 10AM-9:30PM

specials are.

9534 9819

SUN-THU:

MON-TUE: 8AM-9PM; WED-THU: 8AM-10PM; FRI: 8AM-11PM; SAT:

www.breizoz.com.au

10AM-11PM; FRI-SAT: 10AM-12AM

9AM-11PM; SUN 9AM-9PM

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www.sanchurro.com

www.maxbrenner.com.au

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ALFRESCO DINING Australians love to do as much as they can outdoors and that includes eating and drinking. Chances are*, your local

cafés, restaurants and pubs have ‘alfresco’ (outdoors) dining

areas, either out the front or out the back. Some streets in the city centre also have dedicated outdoor dining areas on

the footpaths for the cafés and restaurants along the road.

In Melbourne there are a few streets like this where you can soak up the city scene:

· Acland Street, St Kilda

· Yarra River, Southbank

· Lygon Street, Carlton

· Degraves Street, CBD

TIPS

Tipping is by no means mandatory or even expected in Australia, however many cafés have a ‘tips jar’ near the cash register if you experience particularly helpful service.

· Hardware Lane, Melbourne

VOCABULARY *CHANCES ARE = IT IS HIGHLY LIKELY THAT

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There’s more to nightlife than

However, if you’re looking for

some of the local students

satisfied with the options

drinking, contrary to what

might say. There is a vibrant live arts scene in Australia, including live music, theatre,

Nightlife & Entertainment

art exhibitions and more.

Melbourne

is

the

perfect

place to catch live music.

Heading out to the suburbs around St Kilda, Richmond and Northcote, you’ll find local pubs popular with touring local and international acts. Also, the demand for late night cafés means that you can head out at 10pm and find a quiet place to unwind.

a party, you’ll be more than here. The nightlife scene in Melbourne takes itself seriously and is truly the envy of other Australian cities.

Cocktails Melbourne,

are

an

art

with

specialist bars as The Croft Institute and Cookie, which are definitely worth a visit.

It’s best to talk to the locals about where the best bars are, as some of them are on rooftops, hidden down alleyways and in other unassuming places. Luckily, we’ve got some places recommended by local students to get you started.

STEREOTYPE All Australians drink Fosters Beer and we drink out of a massive bottle or can.

All bars will be playing ACDC and Kylie Minogue.

REALITY Finding the beer ‘Fosters’ is ridiculously difficult in Australia.

False. Although they are very famous here in Australia, their time has passed.

Australians drink to get drunk, and are crazy party animals when they travel overseas.

in

such

Yes, there is a large drinking culture, but it is not true that everyone drinks to get drunk.

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NIGHTLIFE IN AUSTRALIA

you’ll probably be invited to events where people will be drinking. However, don’t ever feel that you have to drink alcohol to be a part of the Aussie culture. It is OK to say NO to drinking if you don’t feel like it. No one will be offended.

You will often be asked to of

your

age

before you are allowed into clubs and other venues that alcohol.

Australian

liquor laws are very strict, and you will get asked for ID if you look under 25 years of age, even if you’re not planning on drinking at the club.

This means you have to show some

form

Also known as bottle-o’s,

Thursday

through

to

Saturday when many establishments will let you stay into the early hours. However, pubs are fine to go to any day of the week.

When you head out it is

important to be aware that

some establishments have

of

identifica-

tion that has your photo and date of birth on it, such as a driver’s licence, passport or

g

Guys: Avoid crappy singlet tops, opentoed

shoes,

ers. Look classy or risk getting turned away. A nice shirt, a decent pair of jeans

that aren’t ripped and some good-looking shoes will do most of the time.

Girls: It is rare to seen a girl get

turned away from a club, but to be safe, look classy

COVER CHARGE

trouble.

in after about 10pm, especially if they have a DJ or band playing. Expect to pay between $10-$20 for entry.

work

boots and old sneak-

proof of age card.

Most clubs charge to get

these liquor stores are a

much cheaper way to buy alcoholic drinks than at the

bar. You can drink these at home or take them to BYO

restaurants (although you can’t take your own liquor into a bar to drink!).

DRESS CODE

a dress code:

OVER-18 ONLY

serve

The best nights to hit the ally

While you’re studying here,

proof

BOTTLESHOPS

town for partying are gener-

ALCOHOL VS NO ALCOHOL

show

DAYS TO GO OUT

and you’ll have no

Many liquor stores are located next to Coles or Woolworths.

Others

are

inde-

pendent and can be found in shopping centres. Head to Dan Murphy’s or First Choice for the best value.

Some bottleshops have drive through facilities and these are often located next to pubs. You can generally find these open later than independent stores.

HAPPY HOURS AND LADIES’ NIGHTS

Happy hour means cheap

drinks on sale for a selected

h

ggggggg

period of time.

Ladies’ nights refer to girls

getting discounted drinks on selected nights.

Bars and clubs often have their own variation of the above, so read the signs in the venue to understand what they offer.

Also, if you arrive to the front of a club with a big bunch of

guys, prepare to be denied entry.

Try to have girls with you.

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a T-shirt to wear on the night

REMEMBER NO ID NO ENTRY Sometimes foreign IDs are not

accepted. Be safe and use your passport or an Australian proofof-age card. These are available from your local motor registry.

when you buy your ticket.

They are a great opportunity to get to know the people in your classes, even if you’re not keen on having too many drinks. They are also a way of getting to know the nightlife spots with locals. Be sure to keep an ear out for these as they come around- they will probably be advertised on notice boards or on post-

SAFETY AT NIGHT

GETTING HOME

If you find yourself tumbling

Nothing will spoil your night

out of a club at some early

faster than not being able

hour in the morning, common

to get home. Taxis are one

sense will help keep you

of the most reliable but also

safe.

most expensive ways to get

Know

where

you’re

going and walk briskly. Even if you’re not sure, walk with

home. Calling 13 10 08 will

get your nearest taxi service.

purpose so you don’t draw

Public transport is the cheap-

unwanted attention and try

er yet often less reliable

to keep to well-lit areas with

option. Most public transport

lots of people around. Aim

stops after midnight, but on

for a cab rank, train station,

weekends there are some

or bus stop. Have a mobile

after-midnight services. for

phone on you and don’t be

more info on public trans-

afraid to call for help; maybe

port services. Make sure you

a mate will get out of bed

always have all taxi and emer-

to pick you up. Try to keep

gency phone numbers saved

your

in your phone and timetables

personal

belongings

close to you at all times and don’t flash around any valuables such as iPods, jewellery and cash. Remember to dial 000 in an emergency.

This website will give you some great advice on this issue: www.thinkbefore.com.au

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ers around campus. If your faculty or course doesn’t run them, try going along with another group. They will be more than happy to have you along.

CAR PARKING Car parking stations in metropolitan areas often attract a large cost, so make sure you check prices. Also be mindful that these car parks have closing times- getting your car out after hours could cost $50 or more.

Street

parking

is

often

metered so look carefully for signage, but some areas have

in your pocket!

different rules for weekends.

PUB CRAWLS

many undercover car parks

Your faculty will probably organise at least one pub crawl per semester. A pub crawl is an organised tour of 4-5 night spots with a group of people. Often they will get

Nightlife

If you feel unsafe at night, will have security guards who can escort you to your car. www.secureparking.com.au

is a good tool to track down available parking near your destination.

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NIGHTLIFE ACTIVITIES

Workers Theatre, designed to

THEATRE & LIVE ARTS

BOWLING

give a voice to those with less money.

Australia has a very dedicated live theatre and arts scene. If you’re a theatre or live arts lover, you’ll be more than satisfied with the Aussie talent which often performs for free or for very cheap. Old buildings have been lovingly taken care of and restored to provide stunning venues. The Melbourne Theatre Company (associated with Melbourne Uni) hosts some of the big names in Australian acting.

The Forum, the Queen Victoria and the Princess are also famous

Melbourne

icons.

For a treat, try the Melbourne

LIVE SPORTS Aussies are very passionate about their sport, so instead of curling up on a couch to

enjoy the game, why not get out to see a live game?

Watching live local sports is

a great way to get involved in your community, meet

new people and experience a

fantastic

atmosphere.

You can also head on down to Fed Square to watch

selected matches on the big screen.

bowling before? In Australia, it is first and foremost a social activity. Friends sometimes get together to go bowling as it is one of the best ways to spend an afternoon. In fact, if you are keen to take it to the next level, joining another or making your own bowling team is a great way to have some friendly competition during the week in the evening. Packed with young on

weekends

because of birthday parties, we recommend trying it out

popular

a new skill at the same time.

Dance schools often offer both private and group classes, so it’s not a problem if you don’t have a partner. Latin dances such as Salsa, Cha Cha and Samba are popular South American styes and all are welcome. If you are looking to get involved in some Swing

and Rock ‘n’

Roll or Ballroom, many clubs specialise in these styles also. There are too many to schools teaching this, so we recommend Googling local dance schools in your area.

during the week.

There are more teams in the national league than anywhere else in Australia: Melbourne, North Melbourne, Geelong, Collingwood, St Kilda, Carlton, Hawthorn, Essendon, Richmond and Western Bulldogs.

CRICKET The Victorian cricket team, The Bushrangers, play at the MCG. They play in the Sheffield Shield competiof 20/20 competitions.

SOCCER (FOOTBALL) For soccer (football) fans, Australia has a league that is rapidly improving in quality. There are two teams in Melbourne, Melbourne Heart and Melbourne Victory. Melbourne Victory just signed Harry Kewell (ex Liverpool & Galatasary player). The Heart and Victory both call AAMI Park home.

BASKETBALL The Melbourne Tigers are the major

Most people in

basketball team here.

Melbourne love AFL football. www.insiderguides.com.au

increasingly

to meet people and pick up

tion as well as a range

FOOTBALL (AFL)

An

hobby, it can be a great way

Have you ever gone ten-pin

teenagers

SOCIAL DANCING

They play at The Cage.

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DVD and even get deals for

Big Movie Rental Outlets:

newly released movies. The rental costs vary from $2.99 to $5.99 per DVD.

FUN @ HOME

www.quickflix.com.au is an alternative to renting films

BLOCKBUSTER www.blockbuster.com.au

VIDEO EZY www.videoezy.com.au

from your local store. It allows you to rent films online at

MOVIE RENTAL Are you a movie addict? Do

you want to catch up with

your leisure.

newly released movies at

AUSTRALIAN FILM & TV

it all works in Australia?

These

home, but have no idea how There are a number of major movie rental stores. All you need to do is visit the store, become a member and get the movie that you want. You can easily become a member in-store for free. You’ll be required to complete and sign a membership application form. To support the application, proof of address and a form of identification may be required, such as a student ID or drivers’ licence (stores may vary in what they need). With your membership you can rent DVDs, make reservations, order a special

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are

WOLF CREEK This is one for the horror

some

classic

Aussie titles that you must see. We highly recommend having

an

movie night!

Aussie-themed

This ’90s film shows the Australian dream of a family owning their own home and happens

when

that

dream is threatened. It is comedy gold.

about the terrible fate of a few young travellers who manage to get themselves stuck in the hands of a psychotic Austral-

PRISCILLA: QUEEN OF THE DESERT Hugo Weaving (of ‘The Matrix’ fame) and Guy Pearce star in this comedic challenge of gender and sexuality.

THE UNDERBELLY TELEVISION SERIES

RABBIT-PROOF FENCE This is a dramatic tale about Indigenous children of the Stolen

lovers. This is a gripping story

ian outback killer.

THE CASTLE

what

REDROOMDVD www.redroomdvd.com

Generation

their way back home.

finding

For those who love action and drama, these are dramatic portrayals of gang wars set in Australian cities.

Triple J - (107.5) Alternative Popular

2

Fox - (101.9) Modern Popular

3

Nova - (100.3) Modern Popular

Triple M - (105.1) 60s to Modern Popular

5

Classic FM - (105.9) Classical & Jazz

6

Triple Rv - (94.5) Alternative, Community, Up-and-coming

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COSMOPOLITAN

COCKTAILS AT HOME Cheaper and sometimes more fun than going to a cocktail bar is trying out your own cocktails at home. The ingredients in these cocktails are available from any liquor store and supermarket. Mix it up and make your own concoction!

Remember that almost all cocktails can be made without alcohol.

Enjoy alcohol responsibly.

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PUBS

99 PROBLEMS

c

Similar to the British culture,

cocktails

a common meeting place

this bar specialises in cocktails

m live music live music is offered at this venue

k food food is served at this venue

b budget this place is not very expensive

t beer specialists this bar has beer on tap or a unique range on offer

Australians treat the pub as

and a friendly spot to social-

ise with mates. Almost every suburb has its own pub (‘the local’).

Interestingly,

further you go out of the city, the more you will realise

just how important pubs are to the social lives of people

living in rural communities.

We highly recommend visiting a country pub. Pubs will often have a front bar (where

the locals drink and dress

this establishment

cheese toastie to remind you of the warmth. In the hotter months, head out through the rooms to the back where you’ll find a relaxed garden setting to enjoy your drinks in. You won’t be short on selections of local beers and wines. Check out what they have on tap.

TUE-SAT: 5PM-LATE

www.99problems.com.au

CHO GAO

differ

from

other

nightlife venues in that they are open all day.

Level 1, 413 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne Workshop Bar is a cool little upstairs bar. It’s full of interesting décor, though it’s still student kind of vibe and is an to go and hang out.

9326 4365

Level 3, Melbourne Central, Melbourne If you’re hungry, dropping in

WORKSHOP

ideal setting for uni students

z

when it’s cold and you need a

usually

open late

beer garden

lets you enjoy the inside

tzk

a restaurant section. Pubs

n early hours of the morning

A stylish ‘shabby chic’ design

codes are very relaxed) and

homely and simple. It’s got a

this bar is open until the

MON-FRI:

10AM-LATE; SAT-SUN: 1PM-LATE

www.theworkshop.com.au

t

has an outdoor area

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the

31 Johnston Street, Collingwood

to Cho Gao is a must, with their specials ($4 pizza) and fresh menu. Their beers on tap include Heineken, Tiger and Vale Ale, plus they have a number of ciders on tap.

The bottled beer, wine, spirits and cocktail lists are similarly impressive and with most of the cocktails under $15, you really can’t go wrong here on a night out.

9663 5486

MON-SAT:

11AM-1AM; SUN: 11AM-11PM

www.chogaomelbourne.com.au

btkc

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EUROTRASH

BLACK PEARL

BIMBO DELUXE

18 Corrs Lane, Melbourne

304 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Stocking a range of Euro-

During the week, the Black

Cnr Brunswick Street & Rose Street, Fitzroy

pean beers, the highlight of

Pearl is definitely a spot to

this bar is the magnificently

unwind. You’ll be sure to get

Bimbo Deluxe, a Fitzroy insti-

bizarre clash of cultures from

your drink with a little history,

Europe. You can find yourself

advice and a show from the

chatting to a friend in a typi-

bartenders. On weekends the

cal French café booth and

Pearl goes into party mode,

the next minute be drinking

so Fridays and Saturdays

smooth beers at the German

you’ll be sure to have a rock-

bar or getting comfy in the

ing night out. We recommend

Turkish harem couches. If you

heading on upstairs on those

are from one of the countries

nights to the Attic, where

they have obviously been

making special concoctions

influenced by, you will prob-

really gets serious.

ably either love it or totally hate it. Either way, it is worth checking out.

9654 4411

TUE-THU: 5PM-LATE;

FRI: 3PM-LATE; SAT-SUN: 6PM-LATE

www.eurotrashbar.com.au

MON-WED & SUN:

5PM-1AM; THU-SAT: 5PM-3AM

into a party vibe pretty quickly. Drinks and meal specials are unbelievably good, with $4

pizzas

during

certain

happy hours. Whether you choose to party inside or relax outside, there’s loads to

keep

you

entertained

while you hang out here, from outdoor performances to live DJs spinning popular tracks.

Relax and be yourself here 9419 8600

QUEENSBERRY PUB Close to RMIT and Melbourne

MON-SUN:

12PM-LATE

www.bimbodeluxe.com.au

tck

Uni, this place is full of

SISTER BELLA

students most of the time.

22 Drewery Place, Melbourne From the alleyway location, fake lawn, barbed wire and gates

vibe, although that can turn

any night of the week.

ct 593 Swanston Street, Carlton

t

huge

9417 0455

tution, has a very relaxed

inside,

Sister

Bella seems kind of dirty - but in a cool way. It’s a popular bar amongst students that has been packed out with almost anything the owners could get their hands on. It’s a cool place to go for a relatively cheap drink with some friends.

MON-FRI: 11AM-1AM; SAT:

Relax inside in the Snug Bar or find your spot outside in the beer gardens when you want to have a drink with a few friends. It’s all classic pub meals and pub drinks here, but everything is at a decent price and there are specials on every night of the week.

9347 2648

MON-SUN:

10AM-LATE

www.queensberryhotel.com.au

Cocktail bars tend to have a more relaxed atmosphere than the busy club and pub

atmosphere. They can be a

great place to have an intimate occasion with a friend.

However,

they

are

also

expensive places to drink as cocktails will mostly be

upwards of $15 each. If you

tzk

know of a cocktail you want

4PM-1AM; SUN: 4PM-11PM

and it’s not on the menu,

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the bartender will often still

cocktails and Asian tapas

selection of drinks and the

can also have a healthy,

(aka finger foods). The cock-

talent of bartenders.

tail list is as creative as the

know how to make it. You

alcohol-free night out at

a cocktail bar. Just order alcohol-free cocktails (also known as mocktails or virgin cocktails).

decor, with some amazing rum-based drinks that feature here. It’s not the cheapest of bars – but certainly worth checking out!

9206 2055

MON-FRI:

9428 0055

MON-SUN: 5PM-1AM

c MINK 2b Acland Street, St Kilda Being

underground,

Mink

stays cool even when it is

CROFT INSTITUTE

5PM-LATE; SAT: 7PM-LATE

21-25 Croft Alley, Melbourne

www.goldenmonkey.com.au

blisteringly hot outside. With

One of the hardest-to-find

ck

an exclusive range of infused

cocktail bars in Melburne, the Croft Institute is a themed

HELL’S KITCHEN

cocktail bar, set-up like an

20 Centre Place, Melbourne

eerie old asylum… but don’t let that turn you off! The Croft Institute is a interesting place to have some tasty drinks in a seriously quirky bar. The staff

here

obviously

love

what they do as well. It’s not everyday that you get to drink your drink out of a syringe or watch the bartender pour flaming alcohol between jugs!

If you’re into cocktails, you should definitely try a Blazer here.

9671 4399

MON-THU: 5PM-LATE;

FRI: 5PM-3AM; SAT: 8PM-3AM

www.thecroftinstitute.net

c GOLDEN MONKEY 389 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne Golden Monkey is a smooth downstairs cocktail lounge.

It’s fitted out with a dim-lit oriental setting creating a charming vibe to enjoy some

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Hidden away down an alley off Flinders Lane, you will find one of Melbourne’s coolest

Russian-themed decor and and top shelf vodkas on offer, it is hard not to feel like you are sitting in a millionaire’s loft. Indulge in table service after

bars (although a café during the day). With all the wines chosen from boutique vineyards and a grand selection of spirits on offer, a must try is the homemade chilli-infused vodka. We recommend trying the Huda beer from Vietnam.

9654 5755

SUN-TUE:

12PM-10PM; WED-SAT: 12PM-1AM

ct DER RAUM 438 Church Street, Richmond This bar is widely regarded as one of the best in Melbourne.

Serving only freshly pressed juices, their cocktail menu consequently changes with the seasons. There is no doubt in the collective mind of the Insider team that you

you

have

curtained

yourself off from the crowds.

9536 1199

FRI-SUN: 9PM-3AM

www.minkbar.com.au

c 1806 169 Exhibition Street, Melbourne 1806: The year ‘cock-tail’ was defined in print. With this knowledge, you can probably guess that this is a cocktail bar. It’s fitted out with long velvet curtains, a wall of spirit bottles, mirrors and chandeliers – classy! 1806 is one of Australia’s most highly rated cocktail bars and once you’ve been there it’s obvious why!

9663 7722

MON-THU: 5PM-2AM;

FRI-SAT: 5PM-5AM; SUN: 7PM-2AM

www.1806.com.au

c

will be astounded at the

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NIGHTCLUBS

just that. It boasts a styl-

areas mean you can wander

ish Zen décor with a large

the complex to find the right

After a long week of study-

Buddha statue greeting you

vibe for every part of your

ing, who can blame you if

once you enter. It’s a place

night, but be sure to get back

you’re looking to unwind

where the social bugs go

on the dance floor where the

and dance? Melbourne has

to get their weekend fix of

swirling lights will get your

a range of nightclubs that

drinks and dance, so be sure

groove on.

cater to all kinds of party-

to grab your classiest pair of

9646 5544

goers. Sometimes interna-

dancing shoes and freshest

tional students are surprised

outfit to hit the dance floor.

nightclubs. It can take up

4PM-3AM; SUN: 4PM-1AM

by the long line-ups at some to 45 minutes to get to the

8623 9666

BUBBLE

www.alumbra.com.au

28 Francis Street, Melbourne

n

be aware. Head out early to

NEVERLAND

clubs are well-known for

3248 Johnson Street, South Melbourne

may be on during the week

For serious clubbers, Never-

up.

the morning. The six room

ALUMBRA

up to 1500 revellers at any

avoid the lines. Some night-

their theme nights, which

and involve getting dressed

9/161 Harbour Esplanade, Docklands It’s the end of that killer assignment week and you need to let your hair down.

Alumbra will help you to do

Saturdays are the big nights at

which

Bubble,

where

dance

music lovers from all over Melbourne come together to

land is a place to kick on until complex

www.neverland.net.au

n

FRI-SAT:

front of a queue at some of the bigger nightclubs, so

FRI-SAT: 7PM-5AM

can

hold

one time features a massive dancefloor at the centre of the venue with a stage for the DJs to keep the R’n’B and

enjoy some banging tunes.

With two levels of non-stop house,

trance

and

party

anthems, and a late closing time,

Bubble is one of the

best places to bust a move.

9916 9011

www.bubblenightclub.com.au

n

house party tunes coming.

Two decks and three outdoor

Drinking & Driving

The blood alcohol limit is .05 here in Australia (0.00 if you are on your provisional or learners licence), so you will need to be below this if you plan on driving. The best way to monitor your drinking is to be aware of how many standard drinks you are consuming. Below is a rough guide as every drink is different. All bottles and cans that contain alcohol will show how many standard drinks they contain on the back label. For guys, it is usually ok to have no more than two standard drinks within the first hour and then one every hour after that. For girls it’s the same, but only one drink in the first hour.

1.4

Stubby

Pot (half pint)

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Wine (100ml)

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Sparkling (150ml)

Spirits (30ml)

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KARAOKE BARS

LIVE MUSIC The

PARTY WORLD Level 3, Melbourne Central, Melbourne Party World, a very popular Karaoke brand, has made it to Australia. The shy singer can feel comfortable here as private rooms provide the

tunes in plush lounges. If you’re Chinese, Korean or

here

summer months (December-

tional jazz music. The venue

acts landing around March.

so if you are interested in

with festivals held over the

swing, modern jazz and tradi-

February) and international

also has a large dance floor,

Get your tickets from these websites:

a

tune

in

those

WWW.TICKETEK.COM.AU WWW.TICKETMASTER.COM.AU WWW.MOSHTIX.COM.AU WWW.FRONTIERTOURING.COM THE ESPLANADE HOTEL

out the English hits.

11 The Esplanade, St Kilda

MON-SUN: 1PM-3AM

www.cashboxparty.com.au

premier live music venues in ‘The Espy’ (as the locals call

52 LaTrobe Street, Melbourne Kbox has a huge range of titles to attempt and like Party World, you can do so in the comfort of your own private areas. You can even get a little competitive with your friends as you take on the challenges and score points for the most energy used during songs.

9663 9663

Renowned as one of the Australia, you cannot go past

KBOX

MON-THU:

3PM-LATE; FRI-SUN: 2PM-LATE

www.kbox.com.au

and hitting the D-floor don’t shot. See their website for more details about what’s on.

9417 0090

www.thenightcat.com.au

m THE CORNER HOTEL

languages as well as belting 9938 8888

putting the dancing shoes on hesitate to give this place a

Japanese is up to scratch, attempt

137-141 Johnston Street, Fitzroy The Cat is full of big band,

food and some drinks from the night away to your own

scene

changes like the seasons

setting for a night out. Grab the bar and get set to party

music

NIGHTCAT

it) if you want to get a taste of established touring artists or up-and-coming local musicians. Showcasing the best of a range of genres including hip hop and dance music, The Espy always delivers when it comes to seeing quality live music. Comedians also perform here regularly.

9534 0211

MON-WED:

57 Swan Street, Richmond A lovable pub in the dark part of town, The Corner has

remained

a

favourite

Melbourne spot for bands including The Buzzcocks, The Horrors, Broken Social Scene and many others. Venture into the darkness of the band room for a superb music venue or relax in the side bar for some pool. A beer garden and delicious pizza are available on the second floor.

9427 9198

TUE-THU: 4PM-LATE;

FRI-SAT: 2PM-3AM; SUN: 3PM-1AM

www.cornerhotel.com

m

12PM-1AM; THU: 12PM-3AM; FRI: 12PM-3AM; SAT: 8AM-3AM; SUN: 12PM-1AM

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103-105 Flinders Lane, Melbourne Cherry is one of Melbourne’s most frequented rock bars, hosting both popular local and international rock and alternative acts. The bar is also particularly well-known for its soul nights that run every Thursday night. See their MySpace page for more details on gigs.

WED: 8PM -LATE; THU-FRI: 5:30PM-LATE; SAT: 9PM-LATE; SUN: 8PM-LATE

MOONLIGHT CINEMA

CINEMAS

CHERRY

9639 8122

m REVOLVER UPSTAIRS 229 Chapel Street, Prahran Revolver is the perfect place to party-on for the weekend, especially being open 24 hours. Live DJ fans will

The

wide

Royal Botanic Gardens

selection

cinemas in Melbourne will

satisfy even the pickiest movie-goer! What’s more, if

you’re a student, you’ll get a cheap concession rate on the latest movies. Just don’t forget your student card.

your way to the couches or wind-down over a friendly game of pool. .

9521 5985

www.revolverupstairs.com.au

mnt

movies

while

you

picnic under the stars. The Moonlight

Cinema

season

runs throughout the summer months in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

ROOFTOP CINEMA

The classic Astor Theatre is

6/252 Swanston Street, Melbourne

a beautiful place to watch movies.

They

show

new

releases, foreign films, movie marathons and the best of the classic movies. Wednesdays are the best day to go with tickets just $10. www.astor-theatre.com

380 Lygon Street, Carlton

When you need a seat, make

classic

1 Chapel Street, St Kilda

CINEMA NOVA

cage mixing up the beats.

watching new releases and

www.moonlight.com.au

place out as there are plenty ently has amazing DJs in the

There’s nothing as good as

ASTOR THEATRE

definitely have to check this of acts on. Revolver consist-

of

The best selection of new, arthouse and foreign films are shown at Cinema Nova. Tickets are only $13 for students (except Saturdays), or catch a film on Mondays to get tickets for $6 during the day and $9 at night.

Also

running

during

the

summer months, this fully licensed venue is another great place to experience the big screen under the stars.

This is very popular so book early to make sure you get in. www.rooftopcinema.com.au

ARCADES & NET CAFES The glory days* of internet

cafés and gaming arcades may be gone, but some places still survive thanks to loyal

followers. Internet cafés are mostly the abode of gamers and tourists. Arcades are

www.cinemanova.com.au

often found across from

other entertainment venues, such as cinemas.

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CYDUS

FLYING & BOWLING @ QV

292 Victoria Street, North Melbourne Cydus is one of the biggest

Corner of Russell & Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

internet cafés in Melbourne.

Ever wondered what it’s like

They cater for gamers mostly, but they have other services.

Their rate is $3.30 and cheaper if you’re a member.

9326 3069

MON-SUN: 24 HOURS

www.cydus.com.au

BARNSTORMER INTERNET CAFE Suite2/200 Sydney Road, Brunswick Barnstormer is an internet cafe more for those who need a place to relax and browse the web or read their mail.

They have a happy hour from 8pm-10:30pm.

9380 9622

MON-SUN:

8:30AM-10:30PM

barnstormer.com.au

Experience gives customers the opportunity to test your pilot’s skills in a full line 737 flight simulator. Fly in and out of any number of destinations including landmarks such as the Sydney opera house. Or try something a little more down to earth, Strike Bowling offers a fully licensed 10 pin bowling experience. www.qv.com.au

UNI BARS Thankfully, the people who

run our unions understand

Jam Factory, 500 Chapel Street, South Yarra Intencity is a great place to

take your new friends and get to know them better. There are video and arcade games and

old school shooting hoops or airhockey for you to challenge your friends.

Challenge your friends to game of pool between classes or just have a drink and a chat at the INU Bar. Events, happy

hours

and

more

provide plenty of rest and relaxation.

9347 3805

union.unimelb.edu.au

HAWTHORN HOTEL (WHERE PEOPLE FROM SWINBURNE GO) The Hawthorn is wonderful for those warm days with its outdoor section and barbecue area. It’s also good for a night out as a live music venue. Almost every night has a good drinks special or meal deal.

the need for a place on

www.thehawthorn.com

unwind. That’s why there are

EAGLE BAR UNION BUILDINGS, LATROBE UNI (BUNDOORA)

campus where students can

INTENCITY

9825 4699

to fly a passenger jet? Flight

INU BAR FIRST FLOOR, UNION HOUSE

uni bars.

THE UNIBAR, MONASH UNIVERSITY The Monash Uni Bar is not just a great place to hang out with your friends. They also host some of the best music concerts touring around.

The Eagle Bar can really cater for a party or for intimate drinks, whichever you feel like most after your lectures.

With a glass canopy and open fireplaces, the venue says class. But there’s also plenty to keep you entertained with performances by

MON-THU & SUN:

bands and DJs.

10AM-10PM; FRI-SAT: 10AM-11PM

9479 3612

www.intencity.com.au

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COOKIE

First Floor, 252 Swanston Street, Melbourne This one is a Melbourne institution. With it being so popular on Friday and Saturday night it is always quite hard to get in. We recommend checking this place out during the week. With a strange but fantastic mix of art and weird objects lining the walls, it is hard to not be impressed. It only gets better when you see the amazing cocktail list and one of the biggest beer lists ever. Perfect for a chilled drink with a friend.

9663 7660

MON-SUN: 12PM-3AM

www.cookie.net.au

c

Time off is very important

rich wine and food produc-

to relax by being active and

try

to Australians and they like getting outdoors.

Melbourne

is

the

perfect

place to have an urban adventure. The delights of the city include zoos, museums and parks. However, Melbourne has many of the most interesting sights hidden around the city, such as laneway art and sculptures. Having the city so close to the beach also means that it’s easy to get some sun and surf in.

Victoria has amazing places to explore not far from Melbourne. A few hours will find you in pristine rainforests

ing areas with friendly countowns

dotted

around

the regions. There are many chances to get up close to Australia’s

furry

creatures

out here and even experience some of our favourite pastimes like camping and hiking in the outback such as

the

Grampians.

You’ll

soon see why the locals love getting away for a weekend to the great outdoors and being close to nature.

While you’re here, why not see the rest of Australia? This section has the highlights of the other capital cities that you can explore.

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or skiing. Victoria also has

STEREOTYPE Australians ride native animals such as kangaroos and

REALITY False. If you try you may face injury.

have them as pets.

Australia is full of poisonous snakes.

All Australians can throw a boomerang and play the didgeridoo.

True. We have 6 of the top 10 deadliest snakes in the world in Australia.

False. Both of these skills are very difficult to master.

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ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES SURFING No matter which coast of Australia

you’re

going

to

school on, you’ll be able to surf, albeit with some caution. Surfing is a culture, and like many sports, is very important to Australians. It’s an amazing experience that any person of any skill level can enjoy, but it is important to remember to start slowly and respect the ocean and its wildlife. Find your nearest surfing school through the Surf Schools of Australia website:

a bit expensive, but package

often have zones that are

deals are always available for

designated overnight park-

cheap

hires/lessons/shuttle

ing zones. It can be unsafe

up/shuttle back, and make

to park in secluded areas, so

for a very rewarding week-

it’s best to park in clusters of

end. There are often conces-

other campers or with other

sion prices for lift tickets to

people. It’s very important

the ski fields, and it is worth

to adhere to fire safety while

keeping your eye out for

you’re

early-bird specials.

dental bushfires can quickly

very exciting. It’s an interesting paradox when you consider how hot the country is on average, but the old saying “the grass is always greener on the other side” seems to explain this love of winter sports in a country that does not actually have a freezing winter. If you love skiing/boarding and want to add another dimension to your time in Australia, you can look no futher than the alpine area of Victoria, and the

Snowy

Mountains

in

New South Wales. It can be

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and houses. Find out about where to camp by visiting national park websites or at

Mt Hotham: www.mthotham.com.au

these links:

Mt Baw Baw: www.mountbawbaw.com.au

www.ozcamps.net

HANG GLIDING For the more adventuresome,

Thredbo: www.thredbo.com.au

the ones who love adrenaline, or the ones who have always dreamed of being a bird, hang gliding may just be

SKIING/ BOARDING Aussies tend to find snow

as

escalate and destroy habitats Mt Buller: www.mtbuller.com.au

Perisher Blue: www.perisher.com.au

www.sasurfschools.com.au

camping,

for you. It’s the closest thing to flying you’ll ever experi-

CAMPING AND CAMPERVANS Australia

is

a

large

and

diverse country, which makes it very satisfying to travel in a vehicle, as you can watch the scenery change in front of your eyes. If you like roughing it, or simply don’t have enough money to stay in a hotel or hostel, renting a camper van or investing in a cheap tent is a great and

ence, and guarantees you a stunning view of Australian terrain. Coastal areas are the best places to hang glide, as the scenery is the most striking, and you need the coast drafts to keep up. Find out about learning to hang glide at the Hang Gliding Federation of Australia website: www.hgfa.asn.au

cost-effective way to travel.

Many national parks offer free or cheap camping. Popular cities along the traditional camper van route (everywhere up the east coast)

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DIVING/ SNORKELING Scuba diving is a brilliant and exhilarating experience where you can see the other world that is the ocean floor.

ability and skill level, making

it. Prices vary as you pay for

it a very beginner-friendly

the paintballs you need.

endeavour. Find out about other local bushwalking clubs at the Bushwalking Australia

ROLLER DERBY The revival of Roller Derby

Everywhere in Australia has

website:

in has been quite impres-

great dive spots, from the

www.bushwalkingaustralia.org

the

beautiful reefs close to shore to artificial reefs from shipwrecks. There are beautiful natural reefs to explore right near Melbourne such as Boarfish Reef and Spectacular Reef. Find out about your nearest dive schools and local reefs on the Scuba Australia website: www.scubaaustralia.com.au

Bushwalking is arguably the

gritty,

adrenalin-filled

game on roller skates where

PAINTBALL Shooting your friends with paint balls is a satisfying feeling! Spend a few hours ducking and dodging paint as you work your way through the rugged forest terrain. It stings a little when you get shot from close up, but the adrenalin rush takes care of that! It is one of the best activities the

BUSHWALKING

sive here in Melbourne. It’s

Insider team can advise and we highly recommend trying

girls race around an arena, trying to block other girls for getting around the same circuit and overtaking them.

It is an amazing spectator sport and is gaining popularity every week. They play around Melbourne but the big bouts occur at the Melbourne Showgrounds. Check out this site for all the details for this year: www.vrdl.org

cheapest and healthiest way to see the country, and it’s one of the only ways to see Australian wildlife up close and in its natural habitat. If you’ve never been out in the Australian bush before, it is best to go with people who are experienced. Remember to stick to the designated tracks because it is very easy to get lost out there. Most universities have climbing/

LOCAL SPORTS & GYMS Getting involved in a local sports team or gym is a

great way to relieve that study

pressure,

while

meeting new people and

getting fit at the same time!

GYMS There are great gyms all over central and suburban Melbourne, with fitness and weight training equipment, classes and personal trainers. Try these: Jetts Fitness 24/7: www.jetts.com.au

Fitness First:

bushwalking/mountaineer-

UNIVERSITY SPORTS CLUBS

www.fitnessfirst.com.au

ing clubs that can be joined

If you’re wondering where

Goodlife:

for a small fee. The instructors of these groups can offer invaluable tips and tricks for the area, as well as arranging transport and gear. There are bushwalks to suit every

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to start, looking at your university’s clubs is an easy way to get involved. Sport is also a fantastic way to practise your English and meet local students.

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Don’t

forget

university

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DESTINATION

Darwin

AUSTRALIA

With more backpackers than anywhere else in Australia, it’s the real deal when it comes to Aussie outback living. Darwin is close to many

While you’re over here, it would be a waste not to see what the rest of Australia has to offer. Remember to look out for editions of Insider Guides that exist in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth and Brisbane.

See our website for more details.

of Australia’s conservation areas which protect the wildlife and the native habitat.

Great Aussie Rail Experiences

NT

The Overland Indian Pacific The Ghan

WA

Perth

SA

The most isolated city in the world, Perth is a busy metropolis with a strong sense of natural beauty. Located 20km inland from the Indian Ocean, Perth nightlife is bustling, its beaches are pristine and clean, shopping is relaxed in nature but incredibly diverse and the ability to experience the real ‘great outdoors’ is made easy for locals and visitors.

Adelaide

This city is always described as more of a country town, but that’s just what makes it great!

Of course, it’s anything but sleepy, particularly in the summer months as all the best festivals in Australia (and the world) come here to give the whole place a party atmosphere. There are beautiful wine regions and some of the best restaurants in Australia waiting to be discovered.

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Hobart

Locals proudly proclaim that a traffic jam here would rarely last more than a couple of minutes.

For fans of the wilderness, Hobart is just a few hours from some of the world’s most beautiful bush walks. There are plenty of waterfront cafés, bars and some stunning restaurants.

With a population of around 200,000, this city is perfect for a leisurely getaway.

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Brisbane

The locals are friendly, the beaches are some of Australia’s best, and the weather is great all year round. Brisbane is one of the most relaxed places in Australia, with a real party culture.

South of Brisbane is the Gold Coast, a great place to swim and surf. If you head north you’ll find stunning rainforest conditions and the Glasshouse Mountains, with its pristine habitats.

Sydney

Sydney has two of the icons that everyone associates with life ‘down under’: the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge. It’s jam-packed full of everything to do in one city, with

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breathtaking harbours in the centre, the ability to buy almost anything you want, and some of the best beaches and scenery not far away.

Canberra

Canberra is the capital of Australia. It is a cosy

NSW

little city and hosts some of the sites that many tourists add to their list of ‘must sees’ when they visit. These include the world famous National Gallery of Australia and the Australian War

ACT

VIC

Memorial. It is also where our Federal Parliament sits, and if you visit you can tour Parliament House and gain a deeper understanding of how our democracy works.

Melbourne

Known for its restaurant and café culture,

TAS

Melbourne is the centre of classy urban Australian life. The shopping is second to none and the streets are lined with artwork. You can’t go without exploring some of the hidden laneway bars and cafés that showcase the urban culture.

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For more information on budget accommodation, dining, touring and events, in Melbourne and Victoria, visit

backpackmelbourne.com

URBAN ADVENTURE

GEO-CACHING

There are many interesting

phone apps) to find caches

phenomenon in which people

sites and popular things to do around town. The city is

alive, littered with forgotten buildings, alleyways and

experiences for all the senses. The city is a centre for

urban exploration, so when you arrive, learn about the city, follow the maps of inter-

esting places, but keep your eyes open for the chance to explore further.

THE AUSTRALIAN PARKOUR ASSOCIATION that

uses

the

city literally as a playground.

Parkour

communities

are

recognisable by their frequent attempts to leap across park benches and over brick walls.

Parkour is a free and exciting method of discovering the city, and has the added bonus of being a good physical work out. The Australian

Parkour

Association

runs regular training events and

welcomes

use GPS units (or smart (generally small items) placed by other participants. Getting a small group of friends together with a picnic, a camera and a series of coordinates available from many websites could make for a wonderful day of adventure.

More information is available from Geo-caching Australia’s

first-timers

throughout the year.

1800 759 015

www.parkour.asn.au

them capture the essence of the city as well as the city’s walls, and even fewer are free or allow visitors to eat whilst they view. The Melbourne city website includes a range of areas with great examples of street art, including: • Hosier and Rutledge Lane

opposite Federation Square • Caledonian Lane off Little Bourke Street

website.

• Union Lane off

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Bourke Street Mall • Rear of 280 Queen

FIRE TWIRLING

There is a strong parkour community

out Melbourne, but few of

Geo-caching is a world-wide

Fire Twirling, or Poi, is a popular activity.

Safety precau-

tions need to be taken, but Poi is fun to watch and get involved in. To get lessons you’ll need to contact groups and find out what equipment you can start with and whether they are able to help you learn.

Street in Finlay Avenue • 21 Degraves Street • Cnr Flinders Lane and Cocker Alley • 122 Palmerston Street, Carlton

But there are, of course,

MELBOURNE STREET TOURS 110 Franklin Street, Melbourne Melbourne’s alleyways are a world famous example of utilising the urban space as a canvas. There are, of course, wonderful galleries through-

countless

other

locations

that only require a comfortable pair of shoes, a decent weather

forecast,

and

a

desire to see the hidden city.

9328 5556

www.melbournestreettours.com

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BACKYARD CRICKET Many Aussie kids grew up playing this style of the ‘gentleman’s game’ in their backyard. The rules are slightly different to accommodate the lack of players and addition of obstacles.

Sometimes new rules are made up on the spot.

One Hand One Bounce if it bounces once and you catch it with one hand, the batter is out!

You will need:

CRICKET BAT

TENNIS BALL

Bowler

STUMPS (GARBAGE BIN)

Bowl the ball down the pitch at the stumps and try and hit them.

If you do, the batter is out. Every six balls you switch bowler. This is called an ‘over’. You also need to draw a line (a crease) to indicate where you need to bowl from. Try not to step over this line when bowling.

If you want to know all the rules of cricket go to:

6 and out If you hit it over the fence, you have to get it and you’re out! But you get 6 runs, so not all bad.

www.cricket-rules.com

Automatic Keeper If you don’t have enough players for a wicket keeper, then you can play with an “auto wicky”- Any ball that is hit directly behind the stumps in the air is out!

Tippy Go If you hit it, you have to run!!

Batsman

Protect your stumps! Hit the ball and run back and forth between the opposite stump. every time you make it to the opposite stump, you get one run! Make sure you're near a stump when the ball is collected and thrown back or else you could be run out.

Fielder

When the batsman hits the ball you can either attempt to catch it (if you do then the batter is out), or fetch it and throw it back at the stump the batsman is running towards. If you hit that stump and the batsman is out of the safe zone (crease), then they have been 'run out' and you are awesome.

Wicket Keeper

Be ready to catch the balls behind the stumps. Sometimes the batsman will hit it and it will still come towards you. Catch it, and they're out! If the batter hits the ball and a fielder collects it, make sure you are standing next to the stump ready to catch the ball. If the batter is out of his crease, you can hit the stumps with the ball and get them out!

BEACHES

BRIGHTON BEACH

No trip to Australia would be

ket coastal suburb known

ocean and feeling the sand

painted

some of the best beaches in

empty in comparison to St

of golden sand, good beach

get away from the sounds of

empty space, excellent for

out travelling too far from the

scenery

walk.

check out. The privacy gives

for surfers while coves and

back feel; perfect for a picnic

Brighton

is

looking to get out of town for an

upmar-

a couple of days. If you have the cash, you can experience a number of nice restaurants,

complete without a dip in the

commonly for its colourfully

between your toes. We have

Brighton

the world – long stretches

Kilda. If you’re looking to

breaks and kilometres of

passing cars and trucks with-

sunbathing or enjoying the

city, this is a good place to

Headlands are always good

the beach a relaxed, laid-

bays offer more protected

on a sunny afternoon.

good beach for beginners to

MIDDLE PARK

get really big.

while

you

areas with gentler waves for swimmers.

The

hardest

question

is:

which beach shall I go to today?

ST KILDA BEACH St Kilda is just a short tram ride from the city. Situated on Port Phillip Bay, both the St Kilda Beach and the Esplanade have a lot to offer beachgoers. You can head out onto the sand for a few hours, go for a swim and afterwards have some dinner at one of the beach-side cafés. You might even be lucky enough to find some live music at one of the several popular venues in this area.

little

beach

Beach

is

huts. often

Middle Park is a friendly little area outside Melbourne and is regarded by many Melburnians as a refreshing getaway from the city. There are some great areas around here for windsurfing and other water sports. There is also an array of nearby beachside cafés and kiosks if you forget to

boutique stores and cafés.

BELLS BEACH Probably the most famous beach in the country, Bells Beach is known for its long rolling waves and the big surfing events. While the beach is just amazing and you should definitely give it a visit, you should be aware that it isn’t a go surfing as the waves can

ELWOOD Only 8 kilometres south of Melbourne, Elwood is a great beach to explore, especially on two wheels. There are some great bike tracks nearby plus a park with barbecue facilities, so don’t forget the sausages. The beach itself

pack some lunch.

hosted the world windsur-

HAMPTON BEACH

and had that typical white

Hampton Beach is a popular spot for young people. There

ing championships last year sand and blue sea our Aussie beaches are known for.

is a great bike path to go for a ride or an afternoon walk with some friends. There are also a number of stunning beachfront places to stay if you are

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DONT FORGET YOUR

SAFETY TIPS SWIM BETWEEN THE FLAGS At most popular beaches you will see surf lifesavers who have worked out the safest part of the beach to swim. They communicate this by putting up big flags on the beach.

Swim in between them! This will ensure you don’t put yourself at risk by swimming in dangerous areas.

DON’T FIGHT THE RIP OR CURRENT Rips are narrow powerful currents running out into the ocean. If you get pulled out to sea by the rip, do not try and fight it. It will just make you

SUNSCREEN SPF 30+

tired and you will really struggle. The smartest thing to do is to let yourself get pulled out to sea, then when the rip dies down, swim to the side and swim back into shore.

SWIM WITH FRIENDS Make sure you swim while your friends watch you. If you struggle,

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they can help you out or find someone nearby that can help you!

DON’T EAT IMMEDIATELY BEFORE YOU SWIM Wait at least half an hour before you go for a swim if you have just had a meal. You could get cramps and this could make swimming very difficult.

If you want more information on beach safety, check out www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au. Also, many popular

beaches

have

lifesav-

ers patrolling the beaches at busy times.

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WILDLIFE

MELBOURNE ZOO

HEALESVILLE SANCTUARY

Australia has unique wildlife

Elliott Avenue, Parkville

Badger Creek Road, Healesville

thanks to its isolation from

Melbourne Zoo is the oldest

Another

the rest of the world. Being

zoo in Australia. See all of

run by Zoos Victoria is the

surrounded by ocean, pred-

your usual zoo animals or

Healesville Sanctuary, which

ators have largely been kept

experience the more creative

provides homes for endan-

at bay and the continent

approaches to zoo life, such

gered

boasts species that were

as the Elephant Walk or the

Check out their special wild-

around back in prehistoric

Tree-Top viewing of orang-

life encounter deals where

times. We are best known

utans.

the

you can get up close to your

for our marsupials, especial-

butterfly enclosure and expe-

favourite cuddly creatures, or

ly the cute kangaroos and

rience hundreds of butter-

indulge in a wine and wildlife

wallabies that carry their

flies floating around you. The

experience.

babies in their pouches and

Melbourne Zoo is not just

the loveable koalas.

home to land life either, with

MELBOURNE AQUARIUM

main attraction.

Cnr of Flinders Street & King Street, Melbourne

Walk

through

a seal and penguin exhibit a

wildlife

Australian

project

animals.

www.zoo.org.au/ HealesvilleSanctuary

MOONLIT WILDLIFE SANCTUARY 550 Tyabb-Tooradin Road, Pearcedale

www.zoo.org.au/MelbourneZoo

The Melbourne Aquarium is

WERRIBEE ZOO

If you want to really get up

the only place in Australia

K Road, Werribee

close to the animals, this

that you can view Antarctic penguins. Shark lovers are in luck too, as the aquarium is home to a wide array of species. It is also host to some more unusual displays, such as the frozen ancient shark that was here earlier this year. If your English is still in need of some practice, you can call ahead and book a tour in your home language.

Associated Melbourne

with Zoo,

the

Werribee

Open Range Zoo creates an African safari experience right here in Victoria. The open plan of the zoo means that animals are very relaxed.

Wander through and learn about these amazing creatures or take a special tour

is the place. This massive 25 acre site has day and night tours. You will also be able to hold and feed more animals here than in most wildlife zoos, such as tawny frog-mouth

owls,

snakes,

possums, koalas, wallabies and more. www.moonlit-sanctuary.com

such as the ‘Wild Nights’ tour. www.zoo.org.au/Werribee

www.melbourneaquarium.com.au

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ANTARCTICA

SHARKS ALIVE

HOLIDAY

cially if you’re travelling with

oil, and tongs or something

ACCOMMODATION

a group. Caravan parks are

to cook with (at least a fork).

another cheap option and

Paper plates, plastic cups

they often have onsite vans

and plastic cutlery can be

to

bought in any supermarket.

Save for

the the

adrenalin holiday;

rush book

ahead! Search the internet; www.lastminute.com.au

and www.wotif.com.au offer accommodation

bargains.

If you book over the internet don’t forget to print off your details. You can often save more on internet booking fees by calling the place direct and quoting the internet price. Over the phone you may have to give a deposit so have your credit card nearby.

It’s a good idea to ask for a receipt to be sent out to you.

Youth hostels like YHA are a good cheap option, espe-

hire.

Most

importantly

though, relax, have fun and enjoy the Australian great outdoors!

sunscreen, mosquito repellent, plenty of water, torch,

When travelling, be aware of what you may need to take.

Even with accommodation, you’ll need to check what is provided in the way of cooking utensils and bedding.

Most camping grounds will have a barbecue area for cooking. You’ll need paper or

the essentials for surviving the Australian environment:

TRAVEL GEAR

towel

You’ll also need to pack all

newspaper

(for

cleaning before and after),

Tickets to the Penguins and more!

Plus overnight accommodation only $66.50

rope, matches, warm clothes etc.

If

you’re

flying

rity is very strict on sharp and flammable materials, even on domestic flights.

Don’t forget your camera! No matter where you are heading you will be sure to find something worth photographing.

Stay at Phillip Island’s newest accommodation facility, The Island Accommodation and receive one Phillip Island Nature Parks Adult 3 Parks Pass, all for the one price of $66.50* To find out more or to book simply visit theislandaccommodation.com.au call 03 5956 6123 or email info@theislandaccommodation.com.au Mention this adver t to receive room upgrade subject to availability

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LOCAL SITES

IMMIGRATION MUSEUM

OUT OF

Old Customs House, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne

TOWN

HEIDE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART

The

HANGING ROCK (MOUNT DIOGENES)

7 Templestowe Road, Bulleen Heide is an art gallery unlike most. The modern art here has been amassed over many years and celebrates the best of contemporary art.

There

are displays both indoors and outdoors filled with paintings, sculptures and more. It is $8 for concession entry. While you’re here, check out Café Vue. 9850 1500

TUE-SUN: 10AM-5PM

www.heide.com.au

heritage

Museum

of

immigration

from the earliest days and explores the personal stories of the people who came here. Numerous exhibitions are permanent, but there are also touring exhibitions that focus on certain groups or time periods of immigration.

Just like the other museums managed by Museum Victoria, the Immigration Museum has free entry for students.

13 11 02

MON-SUN: 10AM-5PM

www.museumvictoria.com. au/immigrationmuseum

FED SQUARE Off Flinders Street, Melbourne You really cannot avoid going to Fed Square while you’re here. The Square is home to galleries and cultural centres including

Immigration

looks at Melbourne’s rich

the

Australian

Centre for the Moving Image and The Ian Potter Gallery of NGV. Find a number of great bars and restaurants on the Square as well, such as Chocolate Buddha and the Transport Hotel. There are always events on which cater for writers, poets, artists, car lovers, beer lovers and everyone else. The book market on Saturdays is a must. www.fedsquare.com

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About 1 hour from Melbourne CBD Over six million years old, Hanging Rock sounds hollow in certain places, but wind round the steep paths and you are rewarded with fabulous views. Book a night walk, camp-out or enjoy a film night against a marvellous backdrop! In February ‘The Age’ Newspaper sponsors a picnic and the The Macedon Ranges & District Motor Club have their annual picnic day car display. If you are more adventurous you can ‘Run the Rock’ in April.

However, you can quietly

OLD MELBOURNE GAOL 377 Russell Street, Melbourne The Old Melbourne Gaol was built during the 1800s and housed some of Australia’s most

notorious

criminals.

Choose from a number of day and night tours to learn about these criminals and what their lives were like in the gaol. See a recreation of Ned Kelly’s last days, the best known bushranger in Australian history. Night tours are particularly exciting as they include ghost hunting and a special hangman’s tour of the gaol.

walk the surrounds at your own pace any time of year.

For more information contact the Reserve at Woodend.

1800 244 711

www.visitmacedonranges.com/ natural-attractions/hanging-rock

DANDENONGS AND YARRA VALLEY About 1 hour from Melbourne CBD There is plenty to do around the Yarra Valley area. Check out

wineries,

restaurants,

markets, art galleries and more. Visit William Rickett’s Sanctuary, a ferny glade filled with clay sculptures which

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is just off Mount Dandenong Tourist Road. If you want to soak up the views, a beautiful viewing spot is on the same road at Five Ways, or check out Sky High, a viewing point on Observatory Road. You can also get up close to some of Australia’s shy wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary, including platypuses, dingoes and hawks.

TRAVEL BY TRAIN

GIPPSLAND Starts about 1 hour from Melbourne CBD Gippsland covers a huge area of Victoria up to the border with New South Wales. It is an area with vast national parks, ancient rock formations and beautiful

beachside

areas.

Whether you’re looking for rainforest to hike through in Tarra Bulga National Park, or

GREAT OCEAN ROAD

you’d like to get in the water

Starts about 1.5 hours from Melbourne CBD

find many activities while

The

Great

of Gippsland’s lakes, you’ll

Ocean

Road

travels along the stunning coastline between Geelong and

finishes

in

Portland.

The main attraction is the Twelve

Apostles,

ancient

rock formations in the ocean that stand as pillars above the waves. There are also joys to be discovered in the towns along the way with their beachside cafés, surfing, fishing and more. Visit the rainforests near Lorne or Nelson’s Caves at Portland.

Lorne, Apollo Bay and Port Fairy all host music festivals throughout the year, so time your trip with these. www.greatoceanrd.org.au

you’re exploring. Those looking for a more relaxed holiday will enjoy the atmosphere of Sale or the artistic attractions at Inverloch. Gippsland is also a must for food and wine

Travelling by train allows you to sit back and enjoy the scenery while you travel. It can also be a much cheaper option

than

Melbourne

flying. and

Leave

arrive

little as $49 on The Overland.

You can also take the train to most other capital cities in Australia and to many outback towns. The Indian Pacific

stops

in

Adelaide

on its way between Perth and Sydney. Take a visit up through the outback to see Alice Springs, the gateway to Uluru and the amazing natu-

lovers.

ral beauty around the top end

HIGH COUNTRY

The Overland to Adelaide

About 4 hours from Melbourne CBD The High Country is one of the more expensive areas to visit but also one of Victoria’s treasures. The area is home to the popular skiing destinations of Mt Hotham and Mt Buller. It is also a rich wine and food produce region, where you can taste the local flavours at Beechworth, King Valley and Mila-

on The Ghan to Darwin (catch where the Ghan departs).

These trips take a couple of days and are a wonderful way to wander through the countryside without having to worry about the car making it through the road trip.

To find out more about these journeys,

see

the

Great

Southern Rail website: www.greatsouthernrail.com.au

wa. Take a road trip through the area on the Great Alpine Road or get out and active with many activities in the area including bushwalking or cycling.

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th

Melbourne is home to some

concerts, dances, fairs, and

the year. Hosting everything

in a relaxed environment. It’s

fantastic events throughout from music, to arts, to cine-

ma, there’s something to satisfy everyone. It is a great

way to get involved with the

Events & Public Holidays

local culture and engage

with the local community.

For some of them, you can actually call up the organ-

isers and see if you can be involved in some way. Free street

press

magazines

that you’ll find in cafés and

bars, near the entrance on

racks, have all the information you need about upcom-

ing events. Check out our iPhone app as well. Some university

websites

also

have this information avail-

able, and of course, you can ask the locals what they like!

Here are some other places to try:

more to help everyone meet highly recommended that you don’t forget the academic stuff because this is the best time to get a library tour, and for some courses very important information is given out in these first lectures.

FESTIVALS Festivals

are

events

with

many artists or performers involved,

which

celebrate

and showcase talent in a certain area. We have listed some of the big ones, including Big Day Out, Stereosonic and Future Music. While we encourage you to head to one of these as they are great fun, be aware that these can vary in length and time. Some festivals are day-long events at one location, while others go for weeks and have many

www.eventful.com www.thethousands.com.au

locations spread throughout the city.

ORIENTATION WEEK

FETES & SHOWS

Also called ‘O-Week’, this

a one-off market, with stalls

introductory week to uni is time to get settled in while having some fun. University campuses become a hive of activity as everyone puts out information about themselves, tours are run, and

introductory

lectures

given. Some universities have

These events are set up like and tables from which people can sell a multitude of things, depending on the theme or idea behind the occasion.

Many schools and community groups hold these events to help with fund-raising.

Mostly, the items there are something that you might

want rather than need, but these can be a fun and interesting way to spend an afternoon.

There

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS Public holidays are the best time to get to an event. Many festivals try to coincide with ‘long

weekends’

(where

the public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday) so that attendees can enjoy their time out, or so that the festival can go for longer. There are also many free and cheap local events that are held on public holidays to encourage as many people as possible to go along.

have developed a massive

CULTURAL CELEBRATIONS AND EVENTS are

many

following. Whether it be at the hundreds of gay venues

celebra-

tions from around the world that Aussies embrace with a passion and commit to making them a great day out.

Our multicultural society really comes to life when different

scattered around the country, or at big outdoor festivals and parades, there are many ways to engage with this community. Check out this website: www.samesame.com.au

ethnic groups put on a different event, and often they are fantastic.

FED SQUARE Throughout the year, cheap

GAY AND LESBIAN EVENTS The gay and lesbian scene is

or free events are run at Fed Square.

They

range

full list of events are at the

large in Australia, and as such

Fed Square website:

there are hundreds of events

www.fedsquare.com

around

the

country

that

from

performances to markets. A

INSIDER GUIDES APP FEATURES YOUR NEW HOME AT YOUR FINGERTIPS. Constantly updated calendar of events for inter national students! You will never be bored again!

Choose the events you want to go to and we’ll even

Discover: Live music, food and wine events, cultural events, live

sport and parties in your new home.

Featured events continually updated within your

customised calendar!

Download the ‘Australia - Student Guide’ app for FREE @ the app store or head to:

www.insiderguides.com.au

www.insiderguides.com.au

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JAN

FEB

MAR

AUSTRALIA DAY (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

FED SQUARE LIVE

PORT FAIRY FOLK FESTIVAL

26 Jan

Every Second Thursday until 21 Apr

Australia Day - what better

Finished

a

Port Fairy plays host to a

day to have a barbecue and a

Thursday night and keen to

Folk Festival to rival all others

beer in your shirt, shorts and

unwind? Head on down to

with top acts from Australia

thongs? Triple J plays the

Fed Square to hear indie,

and around the world. There

Hottest 100 (a democratically

blues and roots, world music

are also markets and other

chosen ‘top 100’ songs of the

and rock performances.. FOR

special events.

year), so switch on the radio,

FREE!!

grab your mates, and have a

www.portfairyfolkfestival.com

www.fedsquare.com

barbie at the local park and beach.

9 Mar

LABOUR DAY (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

ST JEROME’S LANEWAY

12 Mar

Indie lovers are not left out of

16 - 29 Jan Located at Melbourne Park, minutes

on

Feb 4

AUSTRALIAN OPEN

just

studying

walk

from

Melbourne CBD, this is one of the grand slams in the sport of tennis. Watch live matches with top tennis players while enjoying the atmosphere that brings many people together. www.australianopen.com

BIG DAY OUT 29 Jan The nation’s biggest touring music festival is Big Day Out. The hottest rock and alternative bands tour all cities and play to sold out stadiums. Get in early for tickets.

the musical touring scene. St Jerome’s Laneway has rapidly grown to a national festival because of its high calibre of artists.

This day is to celebrate the great work that Labour Unions do for workers everywhere.

However, most Aussies don’t know that. They just love the fact they get a day off.

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL

www.lanewayfestival.com.au

ST KILDA FESTIVAL

Mar - Apr

4 - 12 Feb

This is one of the biggest

The St Kilda Festival is the

comedy festivals in the world

longest running local music festival

in

Australia.

Now

with a welcome from the local indigenous community, markets, stalls, and so much more, the festival is really something

to

experience.

Best of all, it’s free.

and is a great chance to catch your favourite performer. If you’re not sure what you like, try one of the Gala events or panel nights. There are also new

Australian

comedians

giving it a shot. www.comedyfestival.com.au

www.stkildafestival.com.au

www.bigdayout.com

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APR

MAY

JUN

EASTER (PUBLIC HOLIDAYS)

GROOVIN’ THE MOO

GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW

6 - 9 Apr

5 May

1 - 3 June

If you give an Australian a

This festival only travels to

The Good Food and Wine

long weekend in a row, they’ll

regional parts of Australia. In

Show is all about food and

be in heaven, and that’s what

2012 it will return to Bendigo

wine and you get to try new

happens every Easter. It is

with headline act Slipknot

wines, taste wonderful food

also a time of coming togeth-

and a whole heap of other

and learn something new

er with family or going on a

bands.

about the culinary arts!

holiday. If you want to travel

www.gtm.net.au

www.goodfoodshow.com.au

early.

HOLA! SPANISH FILM FESTIVAL

APOLLO BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL

12 - 22 May

QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

20 - 22 Apr 2012

The Spanish Film Festival is

11 Jun

an opportunity to view the

It’s not really the Queen’s

best

Spanish-

Birthday, but we’ll take any

speaking countries. The festi-

excuse for a public holiday.

val has expanded over recent

Happy Birthday, Liz!

at this time of year, book

This one is a welcome peaceful change to the hustle of the music festival scene in Australia.

Talented

artists

of all genres line the streets in one of the most beautiful spots in Victoria to create a relaxed atmosphere.

films

from

years and is marked by its diversity of stories. www.spanishfilmfestival.com

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL Early Jun

LOVE VINTAGE CLOTHING EXPO

If you feel like getting outside

ANZAC DAY (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

18 - 20 May, Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton

and

25 Apr

Fancy taking a trip back in

www.apollobaymusicfestival.com

ANZAC Day was traditionally a memorial day for the landing of soldiers from Australia and New Zealand at Gallipoli in World War One. Today, it is also to commemorate the

lives

lost

and

those

who returned from recent missions.

time? Visit the Love Vintage Clothing Expo to immerse yourself in yesteryear, with vintage fashions from the early 1900s on display and ready to be sold. Don’t forget to check out the retro make

your musical comfort zone trying

something

a

little different, head to the Melbourne International Jazz Festival. With performances from world-class jazz musicians, this is a great way to check out a genre you probably wouldn’t normally hear. www.melbournejazz.com.au

up and hairstyle demonstrations to get that old school look. www.lovevintage.com.au

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JUL

AUG

SEP

MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL

WINTER FESTIVAL

ROYAL SHOW

12 - 21 Jul

18 Aug - 4 Sep

Late Sep - Oct

The top cabaret perform-

Enjoy some winter fun in the

If you love a bit of thrill and

city. The Winter Festival cele-

excitement, you can get on

brates the alpine season with

some show rides and see the

ice-skating, fine foods and

shows. Plus, they have fairy

music.

floss, fireworks and baby

www.winterfestival.com.au

animals - it’s like someone

ers converge on Melbourne in the winter months to get things a bit hotter. If you’ve never experienced cabaret, this is a great chance to see why people love this intimate form of storytelling.

MELBOURNE WRITERS FESTIVAL

www.melbournecabaret.com

Melbourne Writers Festival is a chance to see and hear

Jul, The Northcote Town Hall magic

in

the

air

around July in Melbourne with the Melbourne Magic Festival.

With

plenty

of

performances for everyone, including kids shows, ‘after dark’ adult magic shows and magic workshops to hone

one place. www.royalshow.com.au

24 Aug - 2 Sep

MELBOURNE MAGIC FESTIVAL There’s

read my mind and put it all in

MELBOURNE FRINGE FESTIVAL

from your favourite authors

Sep - Oct

and future ones. With poetry,

Comedians, musicians, danc-

fiction, and new forms on

ers and artists of all other

offer, as well as talks, work-

kinds come together to make

shops

sure you won’t get withdraw-

and

more,

there’s

something for everyone.

al before the next festival

www.mwf.com.au

comes around. www.melbournefringe.com.au

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

SEMI-PERMANENT

and illusionists.

2 - 19 Aug

14 -15 Sep

www.melbournemagicfestival.com

Catch the best new films and

Travelling around Australia

some golden oldies. The film

and hosting some of the

festival runs for two weeks

world’s leaders in all forms

and shows the work of bril-

of design, Semi-Permanent

liant local and international

is the convention for artists,

filmmakers.

photographers

www.miff.com.au

tal creatives. There’s also a

your tricks, the festival hosts world-renowned

magicians

discounted

and

student

digiprice,

making it a great way to network with future employers. www.semipermanent.com

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OCT

NOV

DEC

OKTOBERFEST

MELBOURNE CUP (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

Mid Oct

Nov 6

CHRISTMAS & BOXING DAY (PUBLIC HOLIDAY)

Just one more way that we celebrate heritage

our is

multicultural

with

Oktober-

fest. This German festival has great food and fantastic beers - the two things that

The

Melbourne

Cup

is

25 Dec & 26 Dec

Australia’s biggest horserac-

After Christmas is Boxing

ing event of the year. It’s an

Day. This is a great time to

excuse for a great day out

rush into the stores for all the

with the highest fashions.

post-Christmas sales.

Have a drink, place a small bet and enjoy a responsible

NEW YEAR’S

and fun day at the races. It’s

31 Dec

also a public holiday.

The big party day of the year

www.melbournecup.com

is the New Year. New Year’s

Early Oct

MELBOURNE MUSIC WEEK

and fireworks are set off from

High art, music and culture

Late Nov

are all on show at various

Another local music initiative

Australians love most. www.melbourneoktoberfest.com

MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL

venues. Live dance, theatre and acrobatics performances are spectacular and daring. www.melbournefestival.com.au

Eve the city will be packed

is Melbourne Music Week.

Support local independent artists to do what they do best by getting along to a gig or volunteering to help out behind the scenes.

JOHNSTON STREET HISPANIC FIESTA Late Nov down

to

river fireworks from one of the free celebration points: Birrarung

Marr,

Alexandra

Gardens, Fed Square, Southgate, etc.). New Year’s Day recovery is generally a picnic at the local park or in the backyard.

www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/ enterprisemelbourne

Head

various locations (view the

Johnston

Street for a cool drink, Spanish donuts and dancing in the streets. Latin American tastes and sounds take over the street for this free event. www.hispanicfiesta.com.au

FALLS FESTIVAL Over New Year’s (Dec - Jan), Lorne, Victoria A trip for the weekend with as much music, arts, camping and nature as anyone can take in sounds like a dream, but Falls Festival is the reality.

The line up is always a mix of the best folk, indie and alternative artists, comedians and many others. www.fallsfestival.com

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