Moving to Australia

When you first arrive at your work place, your employer will provide you with an
informative induction pack that will assist you with settling in. In the interim we have
provided here some helpful links and tips to ensure a smooth transition.

We recommend on arrival you

1. open a bank account,
2. apply for a tax file number,
3. update your private healthcare provider with your new bank account details,
4. Read ‘Beginning a Life in Australia booklet’ – Information link provided below,

Travelling to Australia
It is crucial that you have enough funds to support yourself and your family (if
applicable) for the first 6-8 weeks of arriving into Australia. We suggest a minimum of
AUD$3,000 to get you through to your first pay check.

As a Chef its recommended you bring to Australia a uniform, knives and the other tools
of your trade (i.e. Pastry Chefs need to bring things such as moulds, silicon mats, roller,
scrapers, pastry bag etc. Your new employer will expect that you are ready to start work
once you have your first roster (note that knives must be carried on your checked
luggage, never in your carry-on).

Beginning a Life in Australia – Information

Further Information for new migrants to Australia available at:
beginning-a-life-in-australia-english.pdf (homeaffairs.gov.au)

This booklet will give you a basic introduction to the services and assistance that is
available, and where you can go for advice. It will help you to find and contact the
services you need.

Please take time to read this booklet carefully. We believe you will find it useful as
you begin your new life in Australia.

We suggest you read Chapters 1 – 4 first. They deal with important issues relevant to
you during your first weeks in Australia

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Taxation System
In Australia you pay tax on income, this is paid direct to Australian Tax Office (ATO).
When you arrive, your employer will help you apply for a Tax File Number (TFN)
during your induction. NOTE: For tax purposes you are considered a resident
Further information on how to calculate your income after tax, you can use the
following website http://www.paycalculator.com.au

Costs of Living
Cost of living depends on your location in Australia. You can use this website
to give you a estimate of the expenses.
www.numbeo.com
https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/country/australia
• Generally, city costs will be more expensive vs. a regional location, unless it is
popular tourist location then prices maybe higher for accommodation
• Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area
AU$3,070
• Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area
AU$2,063
• Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas) for 2 people in 85m2 flat AU$247
• Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area AU$1,757
• Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area AU$1,421
• Utilities 1-month (heating, electricity, gas) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio
• Please do research before travelling and ensure you have enough funds for all
expenses
• Ensure you have funds to cover 4 weeks of accommodation in Australia
(These are only estimate costs and will vary depending location and availability)

Accommodation
When looking for a place to live in Australia, you will need to consider several factors,
including distance from work, transportation, local services etc.
The best option for accommodation is renting. It is very likely, to secure a rental
property, that you will need to pay the first month’s rent in advance plus a security
deposit or bond (this is also normally equivalent to the first month’s rent)

We would strongly suggest asking your employer and work colleagues for assistance
finding accommodation. They might be able to refer you to someone in the local area
looking for tenants or even have a spare room themselves.

Below are a few popular websites that list properties available for lease:
• www.domain.com.au
• www.realestate.com.au
• www.rent.com.au

TSS Recruitment Level 7/636 St Kilda Road, Melbourne VIC 3004 Australia
P: (03) 9421 1020 ABN 71 191 900 144 www.tssrecruitment.com.au