About Australia
Australian culture and lifestyle
Australia is a great place to live and learn. Vibrant cities and towns offer safe, friendly and welcoming communities.
Friendly and welcoming communities
International students from all over the world are welcomed by Australia’s friendly, vibrant and multicultural communities.
Australia’s culturally diverse communities make it a special place to live. Almost a third of the population was born overseas and 23 per cent speak a language other than English at home.
When you study in Australia, you will also join a vibrant international student community. More than half a million international students from 192 countries choose to study in Australia.
From the moment you arrive in Australia, you can expect to feel welcome. There are student welcome services at every international airport to help you find your way around your new home.
A safe place to live and study
Australia is a popular destination for international students because of its reputation as a safe place to live and study.
Personal and religious freedom
In Australia, people are encouraged to respect the rights and freedoms of others, no matter where they come from, their political choices or religion. Whether you practise Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Islam, Christianity or any other religion, you will find communities and places of worship where you can connect with people of the same faith. You can feel safe to practise your chosen faith with laws that protect your religious freedom.
Australia is one of the world’s most politically stable countries. The country’s leaders are elected through a process that is transparent and fair.
Citizens enjoy freedom of speech and individual rights.
Australia’s long-term stability is backed by a well-established system of law and government that protects the individual rights of citizens and visitors.
A high standard of living
Australia has a high standard of living supported by an educated workforce and a high level of innovation.
The quality of education, healthcare, transport, infrastructure and government services in Australia are all above international averages.
Australian cities and towns have some of the lowest crime rates in the world. Our streets and public spaces offer security and freedom not always found in other parts of the world.
Strict laws protect Australia’s clean, green environments so you can enjoy a safe and healthy environment, including in our cities and regional centres.
Living Cost
Knowing the average living costs in Australia is an important part of your financial preparation. To get a better idea, check out our handy Cost of Living Calculator
The Cost of Living Calculator is designed to help you think about how you spend money and to give you a broad estimate of potential costs in Australia. Refer to link – https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/en/life-in-australia/living-and-education-costs
Food to suit every taste
Whether you’re looking for a taste of home or you want to try something new you will be spoilt for choice in Australia.
Thanks to Australia’s diverse, multicultural population and clean, green environments, our food scene is thriving.
Fertile rural and coastal regions supply healthy produce to supermarkets in cities and towns nationwide. This means you can enjoy fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood all year.
Australia enjoys a rich variety of food from around the world. You can find almost every international cuisine in restaurants, cafés, takeaway eateries and hotels across the country.
During your stay, you will also have plenty of opportunities to try traditional Aussie foods like Vegemite, ANZAC biscuits, Tim Tams, and Lamingtons.
Relaxed lifestyle
People in Australia are known for their love of the outdoors, laid-back approach to life, and weekend café culture.
As most of Australia’s major cities are found along the coastline, many people go to the beach for a swim or to the park for lunch.
Café culture is a big part of the lifestyle too. You will always find people enjoying a relaxed brunch (a mixture of breakfast and lunch) on Saturdays and Sundays.
Watching or playing sports is a common way to relax and socialise. Cricket and Australian Rules football (AFL) are popular, as are rugby league (NRL), tennis, swimming, surfing, field hockey, basketball, soccer, netball and cycling.
Australia’s varied landscapes provide plenty of opportunities to keep active by going hiking or exploring the national parks and nature reserves in and around the cities.
Australia also has a thriving arts and culture scene. Most cities and towns are home to museums, art galleries, theatres and entertainment venues.
This information is sourced from https://www.studyaustralia.gov.au/en/why-australia/australian-culture-and-lifestyle.
For further details on studying in Australia, visit www.studyaustralia.gov.au.
About Brisbane
Brisbane is a city that lives up to its sunny potential with a strong focus on the outdoors. Add to this a dynamic cultural precinct, abundant wildlife and easy travel access to places like the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast
The “Smart State”, Queensland, and in particular its capital city, Brisbane, is a multicultural hub of living and learning. As one of Australia’s fastest growing population with its safe and friendly environment, Brisbane has become a popular choice for international students.
Geographically located in the southeast corner of the State, Brisbane is the gateway to many tourist destinations. The inner city offers exciting opportunities to lead an indulgent life-style with parklands, museums, art galleries, exclusive boutiques, convention facilities and a host of restaurants, cafe and riverside dining.
Queensland also benefits from a wonderful warm climate, beautiful sandy beaches, luxuriant rainforest and a fantastic outdoor lifestyle. There is a wide variety of activities for students to choose from, or they can just sit back and relax in the “Sunshine State”. The city overlooks the Brisbane River, and you can cruise on the “City Cat” ferry from waterfront markets to parks, piers and bars. With living costs among the lowest of any of Australia’s State Capitals, you can enjoy all that the city has to offer.
What is coming up in Brisbane?
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has elected Brisbane as the Host City of the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games proposal involved cooperation from all levels of government and, because of that cooperation, Council and its Brisbane 2032 partners are now committed to delivering the world’s largest sporting event, which will have significant economic benefits for our residents and businesses.
The Games are set to deliver $8.1 billion in benefits to Queensland including a $4.6 billion economic boost to tourism and trade and $3.5 billion in social improvements such as health, volunteering and community benefits.
Hosting the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will create an Olympic legacy, which aligns with our commitment to making the Brisbane of tomorrow even better than the Brisbane of today.
City-shaping projects like the Brisbane Metro, Green Bridges and the transformation of Victoria Park are already underway and will be important infrastructure, ensuring Brisbane is ready for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The source of this information is from Brisbane City Council (https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/about-council/council-projects/brisbane-2032)
For more information about the Brisbane 2032 proposal and to learn about the IOC process and how it decides future Host Cities, visit the Olympic website.