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Down Under Dreams: How Canadians Can Work and Travel in Australia
Dreaming of working and traveling in Australia? In this episode, we chat with Laura Borgeest, office manager of The Work and Travel Company in Sydney, about the opportunities and challenges of a working holiday in Australia. Laura shares her insights on visa requirements, job opportunities, and cultural differences, as well as tips for navigating the Australian job market and making the most of your time abroad.
Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time adventurer, this episode has something for everyone!
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:12 - The popularity of Australia as a destination for Canadian travelers and workers, and the benefits of the Working Holiday Visa program
02:45 - Overview of the requirements for obtaining a Working Holiday Visa, including age limits, nationality requirements, and health checks 04:15 - Advice for preparing for the trip, including budgeting, researching job opportunities, and obtaining travel insurance
06:08 - Types of jobs available to working holidaymakers in Australia, including hospitality, farming, and office work
07:48 - Tips for finding work in Australia, including using online job boards, networking, and registering with employment agencies
09:30 - Discussion of the cost of living in Australia, including accommodation, food, and transportation expenses
11:10 - Advice for exploring Australia on a budget, including taking advantage of free activities and attractions, and using public transportation
13:05 - Conclusion and encouragement for Canadians considering working and traveling in Australia to take the leap and explore this amazing country
FOLLOW WORK & TRAVEL COMPANY
▶ Website - https://www.worktravelcompany.com/
▶ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worktravelaustralia
▶ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wtc_australia
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL
▶ Website - https://gointernational.ca
▶ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gointernational.ca
▶ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gointernational_canada
SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST
▶ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/canadians-work-and-travel-abroad/id1634255950
▶ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1yZ7deq3f59Ozt0bjqFw6O
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▶ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/c780626d-3e0e-4865-93e3-2f2abc700cef/canadians-work-and-travel-abroad
▶ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/GOInternational2009
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By Tamsin PlaxtonDreaming of working and traveling in Australia? In this episode, we chat with Laura Borgeest, office manager of The Work and Travel Company in Sydney, about the opportunities and challenges of a working holiday in Australia. Laura shares her insights on visa requirements, job opportunities, and cultural differences, as well as tips for navigating the Australian job market and making the most of your time abroad.
Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time adventurer, this episode has something for everyone!
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:12 - The popularity of Australia as a destination for Canadian travelers and workers, and the benefits of the Working Holiday Visa program
02:45 - Overview of the requirements for obtaining a Working Holiday Visa, including age limits, nationality requirements, and health checks 04:15 - Advice for preparing for the trip, including budgeting, researching job opportunities, and obtaining travel insurance
06:08 - Types of jobs available to working holidaymakers in Australia, including hospitality, farming, and office work
07:48 - Tips for finding work in Australia, including using online job boards, networking, and registering with employment agencies
09:30 - Discussion of the cost of living in Australia, including accommodation, food, and transportation expenses
11:10 - Advice for exploring Australia on a budget, including taking advantage of free activities and attractions, and using public transportation
13:05 - Conclusion and encouragement for Canadians considering working and traveling in Australia to take the leap and explore this amazing country
FOLLOW WORK & TRAVEL COMPANY
▶ Website - https://www.worktravelcompany.com/
▶ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/worktravelaustralia
▶ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wtc_australia
FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL
▶ Website - https://gointernational.ca
▶ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gointernational.ca
▶ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gointernational_canada
SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST
▶ Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/canadians-work-and-travel-abroad/id1634255950
▶ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1yZ7deq3f59Ozt0bjqFw6O
▶ Google: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9BbjMxYUpHMA
▶ Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/c780626d-3e0e-4865-93e3-2f2abc700cef/canadians-work-and-travel-abroad
▶ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/GOInternational2009