A GUIDE TO PUBLIC HOLIDAYS IN AUSTRALIA 2014 All countries have particular days of national and cultural importance, in Australia ‘Public Holidays’ are days in which citizens are given the day off of work or school to celebrate a particular event. It is important to be aware of when public holidays are approaching not only [...]
Update: Tennis has a variety of health benefits that are often overlooked. Check out this in-depth article (https://www.thebabbleout.com/tennis/health-benefits-of-tennis/) to find out how tennis could benefit you! The Australian Open, one of Australia’s premier sporting events held in Melbourne, Victoria is fast approaching! Held since 1905, the tennis tournament is one of the four [...]
According to PwC, the future of how the workforce is sourced, organised and managed is changing in our globally connected world. PwC’s report Talent Mobility 2020 and beyond explores how mobility has increased and is predicted to continue to increase in response to skill demands and the need to engage and retain talent. Current business [...]
Worlds most livable city 2013 According to The Economist Intelligence Unit Survey Melbourne has once again achieved top spot as the worlds most livable city. Victoria's capital beat 140 other cities surveyed on categories such as stability, healthcare, culture, education and infrastructure. According to the survey, it is a great time to be living in [...]
Perth's famous Greenhouse restaurant, with Perth CBD in the background Perth is soon to become Australia's most expensive city, according to research conducted by Australian Property Monitors (APM). In terms of rent, APM senior economist Andrew Wilson said Perth rents were coming closer to Sydney due to the city's strong investment in mining causing demand [...]
The journey of our CEO Margaret McCartney is documented in the June 2013 issue of MOBILITY, out now. The article features Margaret's conception of Expat in her Kirribilli Kitchen, to her successful 30 years in the relocation industry; becoming one of the most respected mobility specialists in the world.
I often hear transferees' travel tales and am impressed by how far they've come to finally land in Australia. For most transferees, I am humbled at how much they enjoy living in our country. Why not celebrate expatriates by getting down to the many Harmony Day celebrations occurring around Australia? Harmony Day was organised by our [...]
If your clients have been having trouble finding accommodation in Melbourne, it's because the city is chock-a-block with events this March! Firstly, the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2013 is set to alight many-a-tastebud from March 1-17. Both in regional Victoria and the city, the state is hosting a giant smorgasbord of gourmet food, delicious wine...and some adventures [...]
If you are contemplating an assignment to Australia – there’s every chance you won’t want to leave when bidden! The relatively peaceful and high standards of living, education and business are very appealing to most of the expatriates Expat International settles. I know from first hand - my husband and children, all non-Australians [...]
Hi everyone, I hope you are enjoying our website. We are working on updating the blog and other links, but in the mean time I hope you like our new look! Also, you should really check out this article. It is no surprise that rentals in Perth are highly competitive, with property journalist Carolyn Boyd commenting [...]