Where can I buy a new, 3G iPhone for the Optus network (in Australia) without having to sign a contract? Optus certainly won't let me...
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posted by TooManyGadgets
on Aug 31, 2008 -
7 answers
Looking for a cheap place to stay for a week in Melbourne, the cheapest that meets these criteria: (1) Hotel is 30 minutes or less from the CBD by public transport; (2) I can get a two-person room with its own shower; (3) I will not get stabbed or robbed there.
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posted by No-sword
on Aug 29, 2008 -
8 answers
My Google-fu has failed me. Where can I find a sequenced list of the admission requirements for Australian university courses? Ideally, I'm looking for something like "Top 50 most difficult-to-get-into courses in Australia".
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posted by [ixia]
on Aug 28, 2008 -
9 answers
Cultural diversity, youth, and the arts/creative industries - where do I start looking for resources?
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posted by divabat
on Aug 27, 2008 -
3 answers
Which Australian Advertising/Media Magazine (and its associated directories) should I subscribe to?
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posted by LongDrive
on Aug 10, 2008 -
3 answers
We've recently moved from one Australian state (NT) to another Australian state (Tasmania), and have neglected to update our voting registration details. Aware that an election is about to take place in the NT, I started looking into changing my voter registration, only to discover that the election is happening this Saturday, and it's probably too late for the change to take effect! Am I likely to get into trouble for going to the electoral office in Hobart to vote in the NT election, given that while I remain on the electoral roll in the NT, my actual residence is now in Tasmania? Or should I just send in the voter registration change-of-address forms as quickly as possible and hope for the best?
posted by Jimbob
on Aug 5, 2008 -
11 answers
Ozfilter: I'm a 35 year old UK resident. My 27 year old girl and I would like to move to Australia for at least the medium term future...therefore visa related enquiries inside...
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posted by Rufus T. Firefly
on Jul 31, 2008 -
2 answers
Can anyone recommend a good travel agent in Toronto specializing in travel to Australia? (Someone with access to cheap flights is particularly valuable.)
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posted by Dasein
on Jul 21, 2008 -
6 answers
How do I acquire a gift card to an Austrailian home-goods retailer for a friend who is moving there?
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posted by mai
on Jun 27, 2008 -
10 answers
I'm starting work at a new company and can choose my job title. What title should I choose? I'm doing a combination of policy writing, strategic planning, technical support (management) and customer liasing.
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posted by ranglin
on Jun 15, 2008 -
11 answers
I currently live in Australia, but my boyfriend and I are planning to move to New Zealand in the near future. Unfortunately, I went through a messy divorce so my credit record here in Australia isn't very good. We're moving overseas to leave the rat race behind and ideally have a fresh start, but I'm worried my bad credit is going to follow me.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 13, 2008 -
5 answers
I'm desperately looking for some upbeat, modern
Aussie pop/rock songs to play to kids for my new job.
Preferably something that could be sung along to w/catchy chorus. No swearing or sexual themes allowed.
Anyone got any ideas!!?
posted by nicole.hilder
on May 30, 2008 -
20 answers
Where can I get a cheap(er) battery for my aging 2 year old Macbook? I have tried Apple, but the price is pretty steep! I'm in Australia (Sydney specifically), if that makes a difference.
posted by ranglin
on May 29, 2008 -
6 answers
I'm looking for recommendations for a Digital Video Recorder for Australian Free to Air TV that also gets information from an EPG of some type.
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posted by Admira
on May 13, 2008 -
6 answers
OzTaxFilter: What's in the tax law to stop me from salary sacrificing a new laptop then immediately flogging it second-hand (but effectively new-in-box) on eBay for a few hundred off retail and a spare grand in my pocket?
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posted by obiwanwasabi
on May 1, 2008 -
18 answers
Where should I look for relatively inexpensive short-term accommodation in either Adelaide or Sydney?
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posted by PuGZ
on Apr 30, 2008 -
2 answers
Best way to get reasonably priced flights from Sydney to Scotland and back with a stop off in Bali on the way back?
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posted by singingfish
on Apr 30, 2008 -
2 answers
I lost a bunch of music and I can't remember the name of this one electronic/rock group that was from Australia they had a video were they played on an stage with mechanical animals...and, that's all I can remember. I know it's pretty vague but y'all are my only hope...
posted by blam
on Apr 10, 2008 -
10 answers
Planning a 3 month backpacking trip for Australia (hopefully including New Zealand/Fiji) during September - November. Any suggestions/recommendations for locations and durations?
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posted by SRMorris
on Mar 30, 2008 -
18 answers
Where to stay in Melbourne, Australia? Need lodging for 5 nights in mid-April. Looking at hostels, but there are so many options and neighborhoods to choose from!
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posted by adamk
on Mar 9, 2008 -
10 answers
Am I about to get screwed over in regards to the house I'm buying, that's currently being renovated?
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posted by Jimbob
on Mar 3, 2008 -
4 answers
Crikey! I'm
going on exchange to Brisbane! I'd like a comprehensive reading list of books about Australian history, politics, culture and nature that will tell me everything I need to know about Australia. Pass the Foster's!
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posted by Dasein
on Mar 3, 2008 -
43 answers
What exactly is a police 'clearance letter,' and how do I go about getting one?
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posted by mhz
on Feb 12, 2008 -
3 answers
What is it like to live in Far North Queensland? What little things to people do to adapt to the weather? What do people think about? NOT looking for tourist information.
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posted by Melismata
on Feb 11, 2008 -
9 answers
I'm thinking about going on an exchange program, and am not sure how I should rank my choices. Should I spend January to June in Brisbane, Australia or Amsterdam?
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posted by Dasein
on Feb 11, 2008 -
16 answers
Can anyone reccomend good books, or documentaries, about Australia (history, culture, politics) written by people from outside Australia?
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posted by Jimbob
on Feb 7, 2008 -
11 answers
I have $2000AUD to spend on Exchage-Traded Funds and I can't decide what to go for.
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posted by Jimmeh
on Feb 1, 2008 -
2 answers
I want to travel to Brisbane from Melbourne via the Newell Highway. I have done thisn drive many times before, but non stop. I have a young family now and would like to break the trip up.
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posted by mattoxic
on Jan 26, 2008 -
3 answers
Sydney questions: Which Sydney hostel should i stay at for international orientation week at University of Sydney?
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posted by Black_Umbrella
on Jan 25, 2008 -
4 answers
I'm going to Western Australia and am trying to decide whether to find a hotel in Perth, or in nearby Fremantle. I want to be close to the best restaurants and sightseeing spots and am looking for an area with some charm and character. Which is the better place to stay? Any tips on cool places to see, eat, etc.?
posted by soulbarn
on Jan 22, 2008 -
14 answers
I love
Velvet Garden and have been stalking LJ sales communities for bargains. Where else can I find cheap but good thrift/second hand shopping sites online? (Doesn't have to be clothes.)
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posted by divabat
on Jan 21, 2008 -
3 answers
I live in a semi-rural area and am incredibly frustrated with my area's landline phone provider. The provider has a monopoly in the area and delays fixing constant faults for many weeks. I want to go completely Skype, wireless and mobile. What are my options?
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posted by zaebiz
on Dec 31, 2007 -
7 answers
My family and I will be in Australia from March 14th, 2008 to the 26th. We'll be staying in Sydney for most of the trip (friends' apartment) but we also want to take a leisurely road trip to Melbourne. Do you have any recommendations what to do in Sydney, Melbourne and during the roadtrip?
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posted by Kattullus
on Dec 29, 2007 -
18 answers
AussieVacationFilter: I'm a young guy in Los Angeles seriously considering a solo trip to Australia. The
Qantas Aussie AirPass seems like an amazing way to build a great trip without breaking the bank. However, with the level of freedom the AirPass would give me, I want to make sure I'm using my time and multiple cities wisely. Any advice and itinerary recommendations you'd be willing to make would be greatly appreciated!
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posted by adamk
on Dec 10, 2007 -
16 answers
Please shower me with tips on how to get the best airfare deal between San Francisco and Melbourne, Australia, over New Year's!
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posted by autojack
on Dec 6, 2007 -
8 answers
