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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.... more
FAQs about Australia Explained:How many episodes does Australia Explained have?The podcast currently has 365 episodes available.
April 26, 2017Heart disease is the leading cause of death in AustraliaOn 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 every hour. Do you know how to recognise the signs of a heart attack and what to do if it happens?...more7minPlay
April 19, 2017The cultural diversity of Australia’s AnzacsAnzac Day has become a symbol of Australias national identity. Anzacs means the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps and included many Indigenous and multicultural servicemen and women....more10minPlay
April 11, 2017Helping your child settle into school in AustraliaStarting school is a crucial step for children and families in settling in Australia. Children of migrant families often experience additional barriers in connecting to their new school community. Parents play a vital role in their kid's education and experts encourage them to be actively involved in their childs school....more8minPlay
April 05, 2017Preventing sexually transmitted infectionsNo one is immune from sexually transmitted infections and yet, for many migrant communities in Australia, discussing sexual health and safety is still sometimes considered taboo. Looking after your sexual health is as important as any other aspect of your health. From the SBS Settlement Guide, here are some tips for staying safe....more9minPlay
March 28, 2017How to job searchA lack of Australian experience and cross-cultural misunderstandings can provide additional barriers. Using "Jobactive", the Australian Government's initiative connecting job seekers with employers, is one way of finding employment....more8minPlay
March 22, 2017Legal Aid in Australia explainedAll 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 gap, there are eight legal aid commissions in Australia, one in each state and territory. The purpose of legal aid commissions is to provide vulnerable, disadvantaged and newly arrived Australians with access to justice....more7minPlay
March 14, 2017Helping migrants access dental careOral 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 rest of your body. Dental care is expensive in Australia, but there are ways to bring down the costs....more6minPlay
March 07, 2017Tenants’ rights in Australia explainedWhen renting a property, tenants have key rights and responsibilities. However a new survey says many renters experience anxiety and discrimination, with new migrants particularly vulnerable to discrimination and exploitation in the housing market....more8minPlay
March 01, 2017Unemployment support in Australia explainedThe Australian unemployment rate continues at 5.7 per cent for the ninth consecutive month, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics February 2017 data. There is support available for those who are looking for work....more7minPlay
February 22, 2017Do you know you can access child care in Australia?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 system. So, how do you know what services are available and whether your family is eligible to access government subsidy?...more8minPlay
FAQs about Australia Explained:How many episodes does Australia Explained have?The podcast currently has 365 episodes available.