Responsible Sales of Alcohol (RSA) Firstly, Australia requires you to have an RSA certification to serve alcohol. It is inexpensive and only takes one or two days to complete online. Edit your CV Review your CV to evaluate possible improvements that could be made to make you stand out against other candidates. These changes can … More How to get a bar job in Australia with no experience
When travelling in a van around Australia, I use the camp-finding App ‘WikiCamps’ to find free camp sites, attractions, water points and showers. This app is updated by users, active travellers will highlight all the various showers in towns, cities, rest stops and beaches. Some of the places I shower include: – Fuel stations (Sometimes … More Van life: Where to shower when doing vanlife?
1 – Packing Cubes I find packing cubes useful for keeping each category of items consolidated. It helps me stay organised and save time when looking for particular items of clothing. 2 – Magnetic Hooks These magnetic hooks are great for hanging clothes, hanging curtains or other small items inside or outside the van. 3 … More 5 hack items for Vanlife
From the 1st of July 2024, there will be major changes to the requirements for a WHV (working holiday visa). Scrapping of the 88 days! Firstly, you will no longer need to complete your 88 days of regional or specified work! That means you can work wherever you wish or wherever you can and still … More How will the new UK-Australia trade deal affect me as a traveller on a working holiday visa?
1 – SalvosThese charity shops are seemingly ubiquitous around the suburbs of Perth, and allowed for us to get numerous food storage containers, clothes, fabric (for curtains), pillows and other numerous items for a cheap price. 2 – The Scrappie (scrap yard recycling shops)Some scrap yards such as the ‘Balcatta Recycling Centre’ have a shop … More Vanlife Australia – Where to shop when kitting out your van for an Aussie adventure:
1 – Find the vanFor information on what to look for in a van look at my previous article titled ‘Buying A Van In Australia – Things to look out for when starting Vanlife’ 2 – Purchase the van- paperwork Once you’ve found a van you will need to fill out a MR9 vehicle transfer … More Buying a van in Perth – The Process
The second-hand van marketFirstly, familiarise yourself with the current van market (as this is always changing). You’ll be able to get an idea of what is available in your area and this will help you decide on a realistic budget. An important piece of information I learned when I was buying a van in Perth … More Buying A Van In Australia – Things to look out for when starting Vanlife
1 – Get a SIM card for your phone and activate it You will be able to purchase a SIM card from most local News Agency stores. Getting an Australian SIM is arguably the most important first step as you’ll need a contact number for any subsequent applications (such as opening a bank account). 2 … More 3 things to do on your first day in Australia for a working holiday
1 – The Pinnacles at Nambung Nation Park If you don’t mind committing to a three hour drive north of Perth you could make a day trip up to Nambung National Park to experience the marvels that are the Western Australia Pinnacles. There is plenty to see along the way including the statue of King … More Five things to do in and around Perth
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