Australia Explained
Episodes
Building bridges between police and communities
31 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Whether its reporting suspicious activity, or being random breath tested, many of us will meet police in our day to day lives. However, for some new a...
How to get contents insurance
24 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Fire, floods or burglary at your home could see you lose everything. This is why home and contents insurance exists. So, how do you find the best poli...
Growing anxiety about housing affordability
16 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Public anxiety about housing affordability is at an all-time high. Can the federal budget help those on low incomes, refugees and recent arrivals who ...
What to do when you get a fine and how to fight it
10 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Being new to Australia often means adapting to a new language but also to new laws and possible fines. It can be difficult to understand why you get f...
Did you know you can access national parks in Australia?
03 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Australia has over five hundred national parks spreading across deserts, forests, mountains and water. While their main purpose is to protect the nati...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Australia
26 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
On average, one Australian dies every 12 minutes as a result of a cardio vascular disease. When it comes to heart attacks, one Australian dies almost ...
The cultural diversity of Australia’s Anzacs
19 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Anzac Day has become a symbol of Australias national identity. Anzacs means the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and included man...
Helping your child settle into school in Australia
11 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Starting school is a crucial step for children and families in settling in Australia. Children of migrant families often experience additional barrier...
Preventing sexually transmitted infections
05 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
No one is immune from sexually transmitted infections and yet, for many migrant communities in Australia, discussing sexual health and safety is still...
How to job search
28 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A lack of Australian experience and cross-cultural misunderstandings can provide additional barriers. Using "Jobactive", the Australian Government's i...
Legal Aid in Australia explained
22 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
All Australians are equal before the law but not everybody can afford to pay for the legal services required to obtain justice. In order to close this...
Helping migrants access dental care
14 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Oral health is about much more than just having a pretty smile. The health of your mouth often reflects and can have an impact on the state of the res...
Tenants’ rights in Australia explained
07 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When renting a property, tenants have key rights and responsibilities. However a new survey says many renters experience anxiety and discrimination, w...
Unemployment support in Australia explained
01 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The Australian unemployment rate continues at 5.7 per cent for the ninth consecutive month, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics February ...
Do you know you can access child care in Australia?
22 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As more women join the workforce the demand for suitable and affordable child care grows. The cost varies and its often difficult to navigate the syst...
Aged care choices in Australia explained
15 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Australians are getting older and the need for good quality aged care is a growing concern. Many don't know about the services and how they can access...
Public housing in Australia explained.
08 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
For new Australians, securing accommodation is an integral part of the settlement process. Community groups across the country work alongside governme...
How to see a doctor in Australia?
01 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When we are sick the first point of contact is often the family doctor. Family doctors are commonly referred to as general practitioners or GPs in Aus...
What are your consumer rights in Australia?
25 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In Australia consumers have rights under the law called consumer guarantees - and they could save you money. However, people whove recently settled in...
What's Australia Day?
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Australias national day has its roots in the countrys colonial past. Many Indigenous Australians regard it as Invasion or Survival Day. How has the me...
How to drive in Australia with an overseas licence
07 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Being able to drive in a car is a necessity for many new arrivals to Australia. Yet, knowing if you need an Australian drivers licence and how to get ...
What is the National Disability Insurance Scheme?
30 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
It's hailed as the biggest health policy since Medicare. The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) aims to provide the nearly half a million Aus...
Australia’s First Peoples
23 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Australias First Peoples are the world's oldest living civilization, dating back some 50,000 years, according to a recent genetic study by an internat...
The finance report
09 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The ASX, Gold, Crude Oil, shares and the Aussie dollar. We hear the finance report on the news every day. It may sound alien or foreign, and you might...
How to convert your qualification
26 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is welcoming more skilled migrants - arrivals with tertiary qualifications have almost doubled since 2001. When a lack of local experience a...
Recognising emotional abuse
19 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Emotional abuse is recognised as a damaging element of family violence. The Australian Bureau of Statistics says 3.3 million Australians have experien...
Caring for carers
12 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In many migrant communities providing daily care for family and friends is a way of life and not something you ask for help with. National Carers Week...
Staying smart online
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Cyber threats posed by technological developments are often one step ahead of the users and online intelligence services. Language barriers can be a s...
How to change your name
21 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
There are many reasons why a person may wish to change their name. While the process to change is relatively simple, there are concerns some migrants ...
Addressing drug use with your family
14 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
According to the Australian Drug Foundation, nearly three in ten teenagers have had a glass of alcohol in the past year. For many migrant parents addr...
10 facts about stroke
07 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
A stroke is not a heart attack. A stroke occurs when the supply of blood to the brain is suddenly disrupted. Getting urgent medical help is critical t...
Free English classes for migrants
31 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Learning to speak and write English is a key skill for migrants to Australia. Many English learning programs are available for free, through hundreds ...
Dementia care for migrants
23 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Dementia is not a normal part of ageing and yet Alzheimers Australia predicts by mid-century almost a million people will be living with the illness. ...
AFL embraces diversity
15 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Reflecting our evolving population, AFL has become more multicultural with many new migrants taking up footy for a sense of belonging. These athletes ...
The importance of STEM
09 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Australia is undergoing digital disruption that is set to dramatically change the workforce. Yet with a continued decline in student uptake of STEM (S...
What to do when someone goes missing?
02 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Every hour four people go missing in Australia. This year's National Missing Persons Week (31 July - 6 August) aims to raise awareness about the impac...
How safe is your census data?
26 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Australias census has a history of keeping personal information secure and private. However, this year the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) will ...
How to complete the census
19 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The 2016 census on August 9 will be Australia's biggest ever survey. Run every five years, the census identifies key characteristics of the population...
How to settle in regional Australia?
13 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Australia's major cities are housing most of our population - two in three of us live in a capital city. Growing urbanisation has prompted governments...
Australia's political system
13 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The federal election is just around the corner with the 45th Parliament of Australia set to be formed after election day on July 2. So how do election...