Australia Explained

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Australia Explained episodes

October 21, 2021 How to get free legal assistance in Australia
Navigating Australia's legal system can be difficult, especially considering the cost of some lawyers. But a range of free legal services are also available across Australia for those in need.
9 min
October 11, 2021 Here’s what you need to know about buying a private health cover
Private health insurance helps people avoid long wait times for non-urgent procedures and lets them access services that Medicare does not cover. But out of pocket costs may be a deterrent for many people to use it to pay for their medical costs.
8 min
October 05, 2021 Fixed or variable: Choosing the right home loan
A variable loan offers more flexibility and comes with redraw and offset facilities, whereas a fixed-term loan keeps the interest repayments stable during the fixed term. But if you need to break the fixed term, the extra cost may be significant.
7 min
September 26, 2021 New residents face longer wait for Centrelink payments
With changes in the social security laws set to take effect from 1 January 2022, new permanent residents will have a four-year wait period before they can access most government payments.
8 min
September 26, 2021 Staying healthy during COVID-19 restrictions
With lockdowns in Melbourne and Sydney extended, gyms and other training facilities remain out of bounds for people. And a loss of social connection and restricted time outdoors means it’s not just one’s physical health but also mental well-being that may be taking a hit.
9 min
September 13, 2021 Identifying warning signs of mental illness
People with mental illnesses are more likely to develop physical illnesses. If ignored, mental health issues can worsen and lead to other disorders. But with timely help, one can regain control and come back with renewed spirit.
8 min
September 06, 2021 Including self-care in your daily routine
Taking care of one's physical and mental health paves the way for better holistic well-being down the track. But it's not always easy to do so, especially for women juggling career and household responsibilities. But here's how you can include self-care in your routine.
8 min
August 31, 2021 Financial assistance for temporary visa holders and asylum seekers during COVID-19
Government-funded relief payments are available for temporary visa holders and asylum seekers experiencing extreme hardship. Nearly 200 charities and community organisations are delivering financial support and food relief to people in need during the COVID-19 pandemic.

6 min
August 27, 2021 「疫情下」臨時簽證及尋求庇護者求救有門
疫情封城下，持臨時簽證的人士及尋求庇護者，往往都不符合資格申領政府的薪金緊急支援。爲此緣故，志願團體就會透過政府的撥款及私人機構的捐款，負起向未符資格領取薪金支援的一群，提供緊急援助。那麽具體的情況如何？宋慶勤爲大家報道。
8 min
August 18, 2021 Understanding Indigenous disadvantage in Australia
Stemming from historical injustices, Indigenous disadvantage continues to affect First Nations people resulting in shorter life expectancy, poor health and education outcomes and disproportionately higher incarceration rates.
8 min

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Everything you need to know when settling into life in Australia. Hear helpful information about health, housing, jobs, visas and citizenship, Australian laws and more.