News in Australia

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WHV Australia: specified work in disaster affected areas to renew your...

Following the recent climatic disasters that have hit the country, the Australian government has introduced changes to the law to allow backpackers to help...
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Working Holiday Visa age limit up to 35 years

Australia's Working Holiday (subclasses 417 & 462) program offers young travelers the opportunity to explore the country while funding their adventures through short-term...

Working Holiday Australia: Visa waiver or refund announced by the government

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The Australian government has implement some measures concerning the Working Holiday Visa Makers. The most important ones concern the implementation of visa refunds or...
Qantas plans direct flight from London to Perth in 17 hours

Direct flights between London and Perth

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The route between London and Perth represents one of the longest direct flights in the world. It connects two distant continents, Europe and Australia,...

Backpackers Tax Rates in Australia – Updated 2025 Guide

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The backpacker tax has been discussed for several years in Australia. The debate started a couple of years ago and was finally settled by...