RoscoeIndie

Hey Guys I will need to open a bank in Australia, but I also need to keep a British bank account, I wanted to know if anyone had any experience on which offered the best value in terms of making transfers into foreign accounts, and also charges when using cash machines in Australia or abroad? Thanks Lucy

Hey!!! Well I am currently in a state of rambling excitement, as my 457 visa came through today! I haven't quite calmed down yet so apologies if anything doesn't make sense. First, I'm struggling to find information on income tax, can anyone give me a link or a very brief explanation? - I have heard that there are breaks for living up here etc, but just cant seem to find much information. Also other than income tax, are there any other major taxes for Darwin that I will need to be aware of? I will be renting in the CBD. Will I have to pay anything like council tax? Speaking of renting, I'm trying to budget for household bills etc, I will be living alone in a modern 1 bed apartment in the CBD - can anyone take a rough estimate as to monthly bills for gas / water / electric? Lastly if there's anyone who would like to meet up when I arrive in 2 weeks and show me a couple of nice bars and maybe help me find some new friends - (I'm an adventurous and creative 31 year old chic who loves life, learning new things and travelling (previously lived in manila and new York)) - I would be so grateful! and will even shout the first drinks I'm beyond excited Cheers Lucy