Looking for work in Australia: a 90-minute plan
Five time blocks to move from browsing job ads to sending applications. Explore the chart and give your next search session a clear start and finish.
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Working Holiday guides for Australia
Practical resources for understanding visas 417 and 462, preparing your departure, finding work and keeping the details that matter organised.
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Read the articleWorking Holiday visas 417 and 462
A practical guide to the two WHM subclasses and specified work checks.
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1 July 2026 changes: wages, visa fees and super
Minimum wages, 417/462 visa fees and Payday Super: what to check from July 2026.
Read the guideDocuments to prepare before you leave
What to prepare, save, print and verify before your flight.
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Your first 72 hours in Australia
SIM, bank account, TFN, transport, accommodation and your first applications.
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Platforms and strategies for hospitality, farm, construction and casual roles.
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How to avoid farm scams and unsafe jobs
Warning signs around pay, ABNs, accommodation, payslips and unrealistic promises.
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Three administrative essentials for starting work in Australia.
Read the guideAwards, pay and payslips
Minimum wages, awards, casual loading, super and payslip checks.
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