Australia for Russians. What is life like in Australia? Australia how people live there

Amazing country. It has everything for a comfortable life - high wages, stability and a certain independence from the rest of the world. If you look at reviews about immigration to Australia, most people do not regret their decision for a minute. Immigrants tend to settle down well and enjoy life. But even here, not everything is so smooth. There are also negative points that are worth considering:

1. Great distance to the mainland. As long as everything is fine, distance is not a hindrance. You can always contact relatives via Skype, discuss pressing issues and unwind with a long conversation. It’s another matter when something happens to loved ones. It’s already difficult to count on a short trip here. To get to the CIS countries, you will have to spend at least 2-3 days. And just flying to Europe is too expensive.

2. Low quality of houses. Most of our buildings are built with maximum quality in mind - brick walls, double glazed windows, strong foundations, and so on. In Australia the approach is different. You have to pay a lot of money to buy low-quality houses, which are very difficult in winter. Already at 8-10 degrees Celsius you have to connect all electrical appliances in order to at least somehow warm up. Electricity bills in this case are appropriate. The only plus is the low mortgage interest rate, which allows almost every citizen to afford housing on credit.

3. Dangerous sun. In Australia, skin cancer is common because the sun's rays are so harsh here. To avoid problems in the future, you have to constantly smear your skin with protective cream, and at lunchtime hide from the hot “disc”. And in general, in the heat it’s better not to appear in the sun.

4. The onset of early darkness. For many immigrants, the big problem is that in the capital of Australia (Sydney) in winter it is already night at 5 pm, and in summer it gets dark at 8 pm. By the way, in different parts of the country the time of nightfall differs slightly (albeit only slightly).

5. Dear life. Australia has a high standard of living, which means prices accordingly. Here you will have to earn a lot, because it costs about 5-7 thousand dollars a month to support a family (two adults and two children). This amount is minimal and directly depends on current requests.

6. Difficulties with employment. It is possible to find a job in the country. But for representatives of some specialties, choosing a place according to their vocation is a very difficult task. For example, IT workers complain about the insufficient development of this area. At the same time, many of them are forced to go to the United States or return to their homeland. To adapt to life in Australia, many have to change their qualifications and learn new activities.

Employers often pay attention to work experience directly in the country. If there is none, then getting a place will be difficult. It does not matter how many countries you have worked in up to this point.

7. High taxes. This disadvantage is a constant component of countries with a high standard of living. The average salary in Australia is about 50-70 thousand dollars, but this is before taxes. In this case, the tax rate is differentiated and depends on annual income:

up to 20 thousand dollars the tax is not charged;
20-50 thousand dollars - 16-18%;
50-100 thousand dollars - 20-22%;
from 200 thousand dollars - 32-34%.

On the other hand, opening your own business in Australia is a very profitable undertaking. In this case, you can legally reduce tax costs due to the appearance of a business expense item.

8. Poor medical care. Many Australians and immigrants are extremely dissatisfied with the level of medicine in the country. There are several reasons:

firstly, in order to wait for a doctor you often have to lose more than one hour of personal time;
secondly, the approach to treating many diseases is common. For example, the same Panadol can be prescribed for almost all diseases;
thirdly, the cost of services is very high, which makes people think about the need for dental treatment or serious illnesses in another country.

9. Lots of living creatures. Australia is a continent literally teeming with crocodiles, snakes, sharks and dangerous insects. Of course, residents of large cities (Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, etc.) have nothing to fear. But it’s enough to drive away from the city and walk through remote places to understand all the “beauty” of extreme sports. Many animals and insects live here, the bite of which can take life.

On the other hand, living on the outskirts of cities is also not entirely safe. For example, a “guest” can visit the house at any time. And before putting on your shoes, it is advisable to check them for the presence of various “creeps” inside.

10. Poor school education. As is customary, public education in Australia is free. But in terms of quality it lags significantly behind Russia. In local programs, the main emphasis is not on the knowledge of schoolchildren, but on their socialization, that is, the ability to adapt to society. As for universities, there are no complaints about the quality of education. Another thing is that education is not a cheap pleasure. For example, the average annual tuition fee is about 25 thousand dollars. So even local residents are not always able to pay for their children’s education.

11. Expensive kindergartens. The hardest thing financially is for young mothers. For one day of kindergarten you have to pay about 100-120 dollars per day. At this price you have to choose between work and a child. In most cases, priority is given to the second option. If the family has a small income, then part of the funds is returned to the state. But even though the costs are too high. Hiring a nanny is not an option, because it will cost even more.

12. Natural slowness. Almost all services in Australia have a long delay. For example, connecting to the Internet can take up to one month (sometimes more). At the same time, the quality of communication with the global network leaves much to be desired. Connection drops are common. A similar situation arises with repairs (connecting electricity).

13. Culture. The main entertainment of Australians is barbecue. At the same time, little attention is paid to theaters, cinema, museums and other places. Moreover, the choice in this regard is much poorer than ours.

14. Multinationality. Here you can find a variety of nationalities that only came across on the Internet or in books. You can get used to it, but not right away.

15. There are a lot of freeloading mothers. There are tens of thousands of young mothers in Australia who do not want to work and live quietly on benefits from the country. Naturally, this strains the budget and leads to higher taxes for working citizens.

16. Bad police. To understand the quality of work of representatives of law enforcement agencies, it is enough to sit for one hour at the forum of immigrants who moved to Australia. It turns out that the policemen work extremely poorly. Car thefts are almost never investigated, and round-the-clock parties at neighbors' houses are not stopped. Little attention is paid to domestic crimes.

17. Prostitution. The number of women of easy virtue at night is literally off scale. There are entire areas dedicated to this. At the same time, the cost of an hour for such “workers” is $300-400 per hour, which is a small price for local residents.

18. Women's rights. If a man marries and lives with his wife for more than six months, then the woman has the right to receive half of the housing upon divorce. And here it does not take into account how much she earned and invested in the family. The only good thing is that you can bypass this legal requirement - just transfer the property to your parents.

19. Restrictions on houses. In Australia, private houses are not allowed to be built higher than two storeys. Moreover, the project for the construction of a building must be agreed upon in accordance with all the rules. If the inspection does not suit the shape of the roof or the height of the ceilings, the building will have to be demolished. Strict requirements may also apply to fences.

20. Problems with water. There are certain problems with water on the mainland, so it has to be conserved. However, many immigrants open taps only when absolutely necessary. You also have to save on watering the plants.

Conclusion
Disadvantages can be found in every country - this is 100%. The purpose of this article is not to discourage people from immigrating to Australia, but to be clear about the potential difficulties that will be encountered in a new country.

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Almost a year ago, I immigrated to Australia professionally as a marketing specialist. (Olga has a financial education and an MBA in marketing). However, on the Green Continent, I decided to change my type of activity and gain experience in the hospitality industry in order to eventually launch my own business..

Seven years ago I began to think about leaving the country. I began to consider English-speaking countries: the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand. I have a financial education, and by 2008 I had already worked in this field for three years, so I was primarily thinking about an internship in the US for finance professionals. But due to the crisis, these internships were suspended there and the quota for foreign labor was reduced. Then I began to consider Canada, because, having studied the offers of employers, I realized that I met the criteria. But a couple of years ago they narrowed the list of specialties for which I could move. In 2009, I changed my field of activity to marketing, later received an MBA in this field, and ultimately chose Australia for immigration.

In Australia, there is a point-based immigration system, according to which a potential candidate receives points for his qualifications, work experience, age, knowledge of English, etc., and must achieve a total score of no less than the current passing score of 65.

Help from specialists

I contacted an immigration agency - this significantly speeds up and simplifies the moving process, because... specialized companies monitor regularly updated lists of in-demand specialties (in Australia there is a general quota for immigrants that takes into account the needs for employees of various specialties in different states). For me, the whole process from submitting documents to the agency to receiving a visa took 6 months. My visa gave me the right to permanent residence in Australia for 5 years with the right of renewal, but after 4 years after receiving it I can apply for citizenship.

Residence

The immigration option on a student visa is more complex and will cost the person moving more. Now in Australia they want to double tuition fees for foreign students. This year, one semester of study will cost at least $5,000, while in order to obtain a student visa, you must have $22,000-24,000 in your bank account as financial security.

Part-time work is problematic: by law, a student cannot work more than 20 hours a week (the government strictly controls how students attend classes), and employers, as a rule, do not need employees for such a small number of hours - everyone wants to hire a person full time.

Student attendance is controlled by the authorities, even if we are talking about six-month courses - it should not fall below 80%. I myself witnessed this control when I came to Australia for English courses.

Good behavior

One of the criteria for obtaining permanent residence is the availability of financial guarantees in the amount of $40,000 per year. In other words, you should always have this amount in your account, and the government has the right at any time to request confirmation from the bank that you have it. This amount is calculated based on the cost of the food basket for the year (this includes expenses for housing, groceries, car rental, etc.).

Each immigrant is assigned a settlement officer who monitors all the little things: fines for violating traffic rules, calls to the police for noise in the apartment. If you are complained about three times, you can get an entry ban for 5 years.

Change of field of activity

I came to Australia as a marketing specialist, but decided to change careers and am now gaining experience in the hospitality industry. My visa does not obligate me to work as a marketer, but I do have a residency restriction - I must live in Canberra for the first 2 years. Moreover, if I want to move to another state, I need to document that I cannot find a job in my specialty in my state.

In the hospitality and tourism industry in Australia, specialists are in high demand, while jobs in marketing are very difficult to find. Moreover, the salary of, for example, a bartender is the same as that of a marketing specialist. As for the difference in salary levels depending on the state, there is none: there is nothing like in Russia, when for the same job in Moscow you get 60,000 rubles, and in Vladivostok - 25,000 rubles. It's the same with housing prices - they are about the same in all states.

I'm currently interning in a five-star hotel - in a bar and at special events, and also gaining business experience by working as an assistant to the owner of a small cafe in the city center. I’m testing the market - it’s easy to start your own business here, there’s no “protection protection” or inspections by regulatory authorities. In Russia, I have always worked in large international companies, where we, the employees, are nuts and bolts and cannot manage large processes. In Moscow it is difficult to be a small entrepreneur, they are destroyed - taxes, endless checks from the state, high competition and, of course, crime; in Australia, on the contrary, small businesses are very developed, which are supported in every possible way, not to mention the presence of numerous niches.

I am very impressed by the relaxedness of Australians, their friendliness, their favorite expression - no worries, the international environment in this country. I'm happy that here I can start, essentially, with a clean slate.

Today Australia is one of the most open countries for emigration. Due to the lack of labor resources, the country annually attracts thousands of qualified workers in various professions from all over the world. Russians are also coming to Australia. How many Russians are there in Australia? It’s hard to say, because many live there illegally. According to inaccurate data, about 20 - 30 thousand people.

How do Russians live in Australia?

Russian emigrants in Australia live and work on equal terms with Australians and other expatriates. After receiving a permanent visa or citizenship, they have the right to use state health insurance, social protection, etc. There are also Russian schools in Australia for children from Russian families. However, classes are held there only on Saturdays. Housing here is quite expensive. The cost of housing in big cities is about 300–600 thousand AU$. Renting a home costs approximately 1300-1500 AU$. How is life in Australia for Russians? It's hard to say. After reading many reviews, I have a conflicting opinion. Someone is delighted with their new homeland, the beauty of its nature, the affordability of prices and the level of earnings. Some people don’t like Asian emigrants, the mentality of this country (not Russia, so what can I say) and so on. But no one wants to return to Russia.

Where do Russians live in Australia?

Russians in Australia They live all over the country, but, like most of the population, in big cities. In general, Australia is a fairly large country, but with a small population. There are only four major cities: Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane. The bulk of the population lives in these cities and their suburbs, and Russians are no exception. Most immigrants from Russia live in Melbourne. There are whole Russian settlements in Australia(neighborhoods) where only the Russian-speaking population lives. Recently, the Australian government has been pursuing an active policy to attract emigrants to work in the rural part of the country. This mainly involves work on farms, gardens and fields. Russian diaspora in Australia now she's weakened. The generation of Russian emigrants from the former USSR is now slowly dying. Their children grew up in this country and they are not interested in Russian traditions. New emigrants are only interested in making money, and not in preserving their national identity. Nevertheless, Russian communities in Australia still exist. There are several Russian clubs in big cities. In such clubs, people communicate, discuss news from Russia, and hold various events (even KVN). On the Internet you can find a forum where Russians living in Australia communicate. That’s what they call it: “ Russians in Australia forum" It is also possible to watch " Australia map in Russian» and find the place of residence of relatives or friends. For example, Google has map of Australia in Russian.

Work in Australia for Russians

Russians in Australia work in a variety of fields and in different positions. As mentioned earlier, Australia's policy is aimed at attracting labor resources to the country. Upon arrival, emigrants usually quickly find a suitable job with a salary of 1-2 thousand AU$. Over time, they look for something better paid. The situation is more complicated with regional professional migration. If some company acted as a sponsor (petitioner) for a person, then it is almost impossible to fire him from this place of work. Russians in Australia work according to their education and work experience in their home country. Jobs in Australia for Russians the same as for all other emigrants. The salary of a doctor or engineer is from 70 to 130 thousand AU$. The list of vacancies compiled annually (since 2010) by the Migration Department includes more than 120 in-demand professions, from workers to management positions. But there are still more workers. Russian guides in Australia- This is a separate type of income. There are entire agencies that offer their services to Russian tourists. They organize excursions to major cities and entire tours around Australia. If desired, they can organize and conduct an individual tour specifically for one person and according to his preferences. There are different opinions about the quality of the services provided. Therefore, if you want to visit Australia as a tourist, it is better to carefully study several agencies that offer such services.

Life of Russians in Australia

Australia through Russian eyes quite an ordinary country, not at all luxurious. People live simply here. They wear the simplest clothes: shorts, T-shirts, flip-flops. There are not many cars, and mostly of the middle class. There are few expensive cars, less than in big Russian cities. Australians live quite lavishly. They buy new furniture and appliances all the time, while the old ones are simply put out on the street, where any passerby can pick them up. Australia has very expensive housing. Many foreigners arrive here every year, and the pace of construction does not have time to provide housing for all those in need. Australians practically do not smoke (cigarettes are quite expensive) and take care of their health. Many people go in for sports, but at the same time they eat poorly here. People mostly eat fast food. Expats feel good here, because a quarter of the population is from other countries. There is no racism observed. People of different nationalities keep to themselves, but this is only the adult generation. Teenagers and children of all nationalities communicate normally. Insurance is very developed in Australia. Everyone is insured here for all occasions.

All this information about life in Australia was collected from various forums. That's what they're called: " Russians in Australia reviews" There are many such forums on the Internet. Here you can find a lot of information about the life of Australians and Russian emigrants, ask for advice from those who have already emigrated, and much more.

If you are still in doubt; Is it worth starting the emigration process to Australia? The answer will be clear – it’s worth it! There are different opinions about life in Australia, but few people want to return from there, and this is the main indicator.

How good is life in prosperous Australia through the eyes of Russians who came there from other realities? After all, any benefits are relative, and what is good in one society may have a dubious assessment in another. Outwardly, the positive life of Australians is more than obvious: excellent education, high pensions, decent earnings, comfortable weather. But for those who plan to move there from other countries, it is more important to study the specific features of living on the Green Continent.

The Commonwealth of Australia is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. Competent domestic and foreign policies have made it possible to raise the standard of living in Australia to the highest level.

a sustainable economy that protects citizens from shocks;
there is almost no unemployment, only 5% of the population is unemployed;
high profit payment;
a decent old-age pension, including those who have not worked a day;
free healthcare upon request;
always clean streets;
high quality roads;
there is practically no theft;
selected food products;
constant, warm climate.

Accordingly, Australians have a long life expectancy - longer than 80 years on average. And after living permanently on the mainland for only 2 years, you can begin the procedure for obtaining citizenship, which automatically opens visa-free access to 170 countries.

What's wrong with the Commonwealth of Australia?

Along with the benefits, there are negative aspects that cause many problems for the unprepared:

considerable taxes;
a large number of different duties and fees for services;
expensive real estate, rental housing;
floating pricing policy, prices in Australia for goods and service are not very comfortable;
insufficient amount of fresh water;
some lag in technological progress;
a steadily increasing level of skin cancer caused by the special local sun (nevertheless, successfully treated by local doctors);
a large number of snakes, insects;
remote location.

By comparing the pros and cons, you can get acquainted with the aspects of Australian life in more detail to get the final picture.

Education system

The Commonwealth of Australia has historically practiced the British education system. Therefore, the level of knowledge gained here is appropriate.

Traditionally, training is divided into 6 stages:

Primary – given from 6 to 12 years.
Junior intermediate level – runs from 12 to 16 years old.
Senior secondary level - lasts only a year, from 16 to 17 years old, after which a certificate of secondary education is issued.
Secondary vocational education is equivalent to initial higher education. Students from 16 to 18 years of age are trained and receive a standard certificate.
Higher education lasts up to 22 years; people are allowed to study from the age of 18. The result is a bachelor's degree.
Postgraduate – for those wishing to continue their studies after 21 years of age. A master's degree is awarded and a corresponding diploma is issued.

If you look through the eyes of Russians, then there is no fundamental difference in the stages of receiving education. But the level of training is very thorough, so many foreigners willingly come here to study. Russians have several opportunities to do this:

preparatory courses for future applicants - organized specifically for foreigners, where they study English in conjunction with specialized disciplines, preparing for admission to a local university;
private colleges of special education - institutions that provide vocational training in a specific field, including both theory and practice; based on the results of such training, you can immediately enter the 2nd year of a university or enroll in a master's program, bypassing the bachelor's level;
transfer from home university - allows the student to study abroad for only a year; the competent authorities decide whether to enroll the candidate in the chosen university or not, based on his Russian specialization and academic performance.

The last point is noteworthy in that inspectors may consider that some subjects already completed in their home country need to be re-studyed upon admission to an Australian educational institution.

The key factor allowing you to use these methods is fluency in English, as well as a document proving that you have completed secondary education. Entered foreign students have the opportunity to stay on the mainland for a long time on a special student visa (after it is issued).

Features of payment for studies:

Higher professional education is free of charge for everyone, regardless of status and citizenship.
The average annual price is 18 thousand Austrians. dollars. Depends on the specialty profile and the specific university.
The first semester is paid in full immediately. Some establishments ask for payment for the entire year. Without this, you cannot apply for a student visa. Further payment occurs by semester.
The student must provide food, accommodation, travel, and medical insurance for himself. This will require approximately another 18 thousand local dollars per year.

By the way, the same expenses in America will amount to twice as much. However, before going to study with Australians, it is better to carefully analyze your financial capabilities.

Medical service

Medicine in the homeland of eucalyptus is managed by the state, so for the most part it is free, which is quite common for Russians. Free medical care is guaranteed in case of accidents, during natural disasters, for pensioners, children, and pregnant women. There is a network of paid clinics.

The system is supported by compulsory health insurance. The state provides them for the unemployed, and employers provide them for the workers. You can obtain a medical policy through a commercial insurance company. Regular insurance is called “Medicare” and consists of a 1.5% monthly payroll tax. This money is enough to pass for free:

examination by an ophthalmologist;
X-rays, tests;
appointment with a local doctor;
emergency medical care with follow-up at public hospitals.

Immigrants who choose to live in Australia will definitely need a Medicare policy, namely to obtain a work permit.

Opportunities of the medical policy

Compulsory Australian health insurance allows you to:

Make an appointment and visit a general practitioner (in Russia, recently these are general practitioners).
Use ambulance services.
Get treatment in government hospitals.
Get treatment in private clinics, paying the difference according to the price list.

You can’t call doctors to your home, just like you can’t call an ambulance for the slightest trifle. An emergency team is dispatched to a home only when there is a real question of life and death.

Medicare is not available to everyone, but only to citizens and residents of the Union, citizens of New Zealand and immigrants from those states that have separate agreements with local authorities on the treatment of their patients. The remaining potential patients arrange their own insurance through existing companies.

Life in retirement

Australia's attractive pension system is still at a high level. But the island’s population is rapidly aging (by 2030 the share of pensioners is expected to increase to 1/4 of all residents), so the government is in every possible way pushing citizens towards independent pension provision. In the meantime, state pension funds operate on a par with private pension funds, paying pensions to all citizens who are over 65 years old; of course, there are nuances in registration; its size in 2019 is 1,500 AUD.

As of 2019, the minimum benefit amount is 1200 Austrian. d./month All island residents can count on such support, regardless of length of service. In addition, the pension comes with benefits:

free medicine;
free medicines;
reduced price of travel tickets.

The only condition for receiving the full amount is ownership of property that costs less than $160 thousand.

In general, private pension deposits are gradually taking first place for the Ozzies, where they save 9% of their salary every month for the future.

Income and expenses

The government does not abuse the working class, so the average salary in Australia is one of the highest in the world. There are a number of programs for through work. Professions that do not require vocational education receive $15 per hour, overtime work or the service sector brings in $20 for the same time, diploma holders receive from $30 per hour.

Doctors are most valued, followed by lawyers and jurists. Their earnings reach 10 thousand monthly. The monthly payment for other specialists is as follows (on average):

driver – 3000 dollars;
cashiers, supermarket workers – $3,100;
waiters, cooks - 3300 rubles;
secretaries, assistants – 4500 rubles;
electricians – 5200 d.;
financiers-accountants – 5800 d.;
engineers – 6000 d.;
IT, programming – 8000 d.

The standard income for an Australian family is $1,200 per week. Students can survive on $300 a week.

the cost of living

Australian food prices are quite high, but much less than in other developed countries. At the same time, the quality of food is the best. The reason is good ecology and our own production. There are almost no imported products here.

The consumer basket consists of the following expenses:

meat – from $6/kg;
seafood – from $5/kg;
cheese - $5/kg;
tomatoes - $3/kg;
eggs (10 pcs.) - $2;
tea – from $2;
bananas - $2 and more;
baked goods – $1.5-2;
dairy products – $1.8/l;
potatoes – $1.5/kg;
rice cereal - $1/kg;
granulated sugar - $1/kg.

Household chemicals:

washing powder, gel - $4 and above per pack (2.5 kg);
hair shampoo – $3 and more;
toothpaste – $2;
a bundle of toilet paper – $2;
simple soap – from $1.

metro – 3.5 dollars;
city transport – 3.5 dollars;
taxi – 3.3 dollars. for landing, 2 dollars. for each subsequent kilometer.

A healthy lifestyle is encouraged, which is why drinking is expensive everywhere. The cheapest brand of beer costs from 3 dollars. per can, decent wine will cost between $20 and $40. A bottle of decent whiskey costs 35 local dollars.

Real estate, purchase, rent

When all the pros and cons have been weighed, and the desire to leave for a “sleeping area of the world” remains, you can start looking for a place to live. The rules of the real estate market here differ little from the global ones - the central regions are more expensive than the periphery. Standard prices for apartments in the largest cities of Canberra (the capital) and Sydney are distributed as follows:

one-room apartment from a residential area - 350-450 thousand a.d.;
one-room apartment from the city center - 500 thousand - 1 million ad.;
rent of one-room apartment – 1900-2000 a.d. every month;
rent of a small studio apartment – 1000 ad;
room in a hostel or similar to our communal apartments - 450 ad. per month.

There is a good opportunity to purchase real estate on credit; the country has a well-developed banking credit system. The most interesting and profitable residential property in the east and southeast of the continent, along the coast. Canberra is located a little inland, Sydney is on the ocean, so it is a little more popular. However, the prices between the two cities are almost the same. Another large city, Melbourne, is a recognized cultural center of all of Oceania; it has the most original buildings. The cheapest houses and apartments are in the cities of Perth and Hobart.

If we compare the cost of Australian housing with prices in other countries, it is most equivalent to European prices. True, as of June 2018, real estate on the continent began to rise significantly in price.

Russian people and immigrants from the CIS will not be lonely on the lands of the modern Commonwealth of Australia - the country has a solid Russian, Tatar, Ukrainian diaspora, there are Russian and Ukrainian schools. Many videos on the Internet tell about the happy life of compatriots on the fifth continent. However, it should be understood that Australian living conditions only apply to hardworking, decent people. Australians don't like parasites.

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If you are seriously thinking about moving to a new place of residence (to Canada or European countries), I advise you to consider Australia as an option. To make it easier to compare living standards, I propose to consider all the pros and cons of this ideal country.

Take off your rose-colored glasses and accept reality for what it is.

From previous articles about this continent, you already have a certain picture. A large and mostly uninhabited area, the sea is almost everywhere, summer all year round. The climate is very favorable for humans.

Immigration to Australia

To immigrate here you need to score a certain number of points. I suggest you evaluate your chances yourself. In the independent category, at least 60 points are required (for one spouse). Age, work experience, language skills, education.

according to the age

experience

knowledge of English

education

Plus additional points for if you have already lived in this country, for participating in certain programs, etc.

Well, everything worked out with the calculations. Then let's go.

Everyone in Australia is an emigrant!

Some are in the first generation, and some are in the second or third, but ALL. So you won't be the only visitor. Of course, there is a division based on national principles and religion. But the entire population is very friendly and welcoming. This does not apply to local residents (there are only 5%) of Aboriginal. This is the topic of a separate article.

About order and cleanliness

Just one example: a new supermarket is being built. After a vehicle with construction materials or garbage passes, specially trained people wash the asphalt with brushes.

The norm is to walk barefoot along city streets or sit on the curb to have a snack. It is simply impossible to get your feet and clothes dirty. Everywhere has been cleaned. If only we could do that!

It is still possible to get a job as a “cleaner”, but it is difficult to work as a garbage collector. This category is almost elite work. They monitor cleanliness so much and invest huge amounts of money in this industry. Accordingly, large salaries. A very profitable field!

What is the Australian way of life?

Compliance with rules and regulations in all areas. They adhere to a healthy diet (natural juice will be squeezed out for you in any store or cafe), on all product labels there is a list of warnings and in normal letters (no magnifying glass is needed), medications strictly according to the prescription (there is no need to treat yourself, as we do out of habit, just so as not to go to the hospital). After 11 pm they don’t make noise, they respect their neighbors. If loud music or songs are heard at this time, it’s probably just our compatriots.

Tolerant attitude towards everyone without exception. The continent's population is multinational and, as a result, the presence of multicultures is enormous. Here you have the opportunity to learn yoga and Brazilian samba, Japanese ekibana and Italian pizza from a “real” instructor.

Economic and financial security

The state guarantees its citizens (exemplary taxpayers) timely payment for all insurance cases, assistance in emergency situations and health insurance. At the same time, taxes make up a significant part of the local resident’s budget.

Smooth and predictable living

Transport runs strictly on schedule, food prices do not change quarterly, banks do not go bankrupt and salaries are not delayed. Everything is calm and measured day after day. Everything is according to the rules.

The choice is yours whether to move or not. It will immediately be difficult for us to adapt to living by the rules.

We have something else at the genetic level:

stand in lines;
discuss and encourage colleagues;
take a seat in transport, and quickly;
work and live with nervous breakdowns due to the instability of life;
dream of a vacation and a desert island.

On other scales, life in Australia:

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