- Paperback: 396 pages
- Publisher: Survival Books; 6th Revised edition (15 May 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1905303750
- ISBN-13: 978-1905303755
- Product Dimensions: 22.6 x 15.6 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 272,148 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The most comprehensive and best-selling book about living in Australia since it was first published in 1998, containing up to twice as much information as similar books. Now printed in colour.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Loads of information on many confusing areas of moving to or living in Australia. Much better than my first purchase 'Going to Live in Australia' (Neilson & Collins).
Recommended.
Recommended.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I read most of the books available on this subject before migrating to Australia, so I feel confident enough to say that although this guide is sometimes exhausting... if you pick out the information which is relevant to you, and not read it from cover to cover, the information is golden.
12 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Im sorry but this book is total junk! I have never reviewed anything before but feel so strongly about this that I have to!
I have been to Australia several times and most of my family live there (I am British however). As I am currently going through the process of getting a visa to Oz I thought I would buy this book as an inspirational tool and in order to help me as I settle in instead of calling my Sister and her partner every 2 minutes with another stupid question!
The information in this book however is not only inaccurate but also totally useless!
For example - Does my UK TV work in Oz? - The book says no as the OZ TV system works on a different type of PAL - True but rubbish!
What the book fails to mention is YES your telly does work for DVD's and if you buy a $60 freeview box to watch Oz telly through then it works perfectly fine!
The generic nature of the information is also annoying!
For example - Driving in Oz - You do not need an MOT in all states - true but the book fails to tell you which states! What it does do is send you to the OZ Dept of Transport for you to check yourself!
Why pay £10 for a book that sends you to a website for you to get the information yourself!?
From cover to cover I found not one useful piece of information! The book does not consider any of the differences between states and gives generic information.
I am also looking at importing my car - but again nothing of any use in the book!
It also totally fails to address any social differences - and there are several faux pas that are easy to make!
My advice; save the £10 and when you move to Oz spend it on some BBQ food, invite the neighbours over and get the info from locals who will have a clue whats going on!
I have been to Australia several times and most of my family live there (I am British however). As I am currently going through the process of getting a visa to Oz I thought I would buy this book as an inspirational tool and in order to help me as I settle in instead of calling my Sister and her partner every 2 minutes with another stupid question!
The information in this book however is not only inaccurate but also totally useless!
For example - Does my UK TV work in Oz? - The book says no as the OZ TV system works on a different type of PAL - True but rubbish!
What the book fails to mention is YES your telly does work for DVD's and if you buy a $60 freeview box to watch Oz telly through then it works perfectly fine!
The generic nature of the information is also annoying!
For example - Driving in Oz - You do not need an MOT in all states - true but the book fails to tell you which states! What it does do is send you to the OZ Dept of Transport for you to check yourself!
Why pay £10 for a book that sends you to a website for you to get the information yourself!?
From cover to cover I found not one useful piece of information! The book does not consider any of the differences between states and gives generic information.
I am also looking at importing my car - but again nothing of any use in the book!
It also totally fails to address any social differences - and there are several faux pas that are easy to make!
My advice; save the £10 and when you move to Oz spend it on some BBQ food, invite the neighbours over and get the info from locals who will have a clue whats going on!
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Useful book
Having already lived in Oz before and wanting to give my brother who was going, something that he would find useful I chose this book - really informative, even has useful things... Read more
Published 17 months ago by J. deery
Excellent book telling you everything you need (including things you...
Read from cover to cover and found it extremely useful for its coverage of topics you need to know about, as well as being a readable guide. Read more
Published 20 months ago by R Alderman
Excellent reference book
My friend bought me the 2007 version of this book so I knew that this update would be just as informative. Read more
Published on 29 April 2010 by J. Attwood
Useful to get started on your research
I am thinking about moving to Australia for a year to work there. This book I found quite insightful into Australia's culture, ideas and their government structure. Read more
Published on 10 April 2010 by Moonflower
Living & Working in Australia: A Survival Handbook
A comprehensive book about everything you need to know before you move, and after your move. Handy tips and hints on topics such as Healthcare, Education, Tax etc.
Published on 10 April 2010 by Mrs. H. Stevens
Living and Working in Australia: A Survival Handbook
Dont buy any thing else if you want to emmigrate to OZ
This book will see you from the beginning to the end
even after you have settled in
Fantastic book new... Read more
This book will see you from the beginning to the end
even after you have settled in
Fantastic book new... Read more
Published on 10 Aug 2009 by Naomi Paver
Brilliant book on moving down under.
Probably the best book on moving down under. Full of information, I would not consider making the move unless you have read this book.
Published on 4 Aug 2009 by Patrick Brandel
Great!!
Great book, loads of really helpful info on all aspects of moving and living in Australia. I would definately recommend this to any one considering moving and wanting to get an... Read more
Published on 15 May 2009 by Christine Randall
Very informative
This book has excellent information and is set out in a way that makes it easy to find what you're looking for. Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2009 by Anonymous
An overload of information. Brilliant.
An overload of information. Brilliant.Dont consider moveing 'Down Under'. I have read most from this author and I am very impressed with his books. Read more
Published on 5 Jan 2009 by Kevin Pidgeon
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