Nope, that was what I've been told, the advisor here tried to talk me into contributory but the only advantage he could give me was that I could travel in & out of the country without permission. If I get 10 years good living here I shall be happy. Lifestyle is good, food is good & weather, goes without saying. I've got myself some medical cover and have joined community groups.
The only down side is that 4 months after my arrival, my family moved to Top End for 2 years. I am bracing myself for my first trip up there next month, but I'm told its very beautiful,