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Minimum Pay Rates in Australia for the 10 Most Popular Casual & Part-time Jobs

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If you have just arrived in Australia or planning to move to Australia, you might have heard a term “Minimum Wage”.

A Minimum Wage is an employee’s base rate of pay for ordinary hours worked. Basically, a minimum amount that employee must be paid for the work.

Although, it can vary based on your age, occupation, industry, employment levels etc, but an employee must be paid a minimum wage for their work in Australia.

In Australia, Fair Work Commission reviews and sets the minimum wages each year.

This gets updated each year on 1st July, which is the start of the new financial year in Australia.

What is the current minimum wage in Australia?

As from 1st July 2024 until 30th June 2025, the new national minimum wage is:

 Per Hour    Per Week
(38 hours)
National Minimum WageA$24.10A$915.90

This is 3.75% increase from the previous years minimum wage of $23.23 per hour

Please note that the above figures are before taxes, which means employers are expected to take taxes from the minimum wage depending on your income.

But apart from this standard national minimum wage, there is a separate minimum wage for each industry and job in Australia.

Unfortunately, many international students don’t know some of these laws and rules, and they get exploited at work.

So we went to Fair Work Australia website, checked every possible award rate for the most popular part-time and casual jobs that our international students often do in Australia.

In this article, we are going to look at the current pay rates in Australia for some of the most popular casual & part-time jobs.

Before we look at the pay rates, here are a few points to keep in mind:

  • These rates are correct as on 19th July 2024.
  • Although, these pay rates get updated only once or twice a year, but If you want the updated rates, please check Fairwork Australia.
  • These rates are for the lowest grade of employment.
  • All these rates are for employees aged above 21 years of age.
  • These rates do not include any penalty, public holidays, night or other over-time rates.
  • Some of the positions have been selected for specific industries, but these positions could be available in other industries under different award rates, so please make sure to check your award rate as per your agreement with your employer.
Major Changes From 1st July 2023 For International Students In Australia

Please note that these pay rates are indicative only and can vary based on specific employer agreements or changes in the award. For the up-to-date information, refer to the Fair Work Ombudsman website.

We cannot guarantee or accept any liability for the accuracy, reliability, correctness and completeness of the data.

Fast food cashier pay rate

Under Fast Food Industry Award (MA000003), Level 1 fast food cashiers are paid $25.65 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $32.06 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses in the fast food industry who prepare, serve, sell, and deliver fast food for takeout or consumption in food courts, shopping malls, or retail complexes.

Security guard pay rate

Under the Security Services Industry Award (MA000016), Level 1 security officers are paid $26.22 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $32.78 per hour (for casuals).

The Security Award covers security services employers and their staff members who fall under the award’s categories. This includes labour hiring and group training companies, as well as the staff members who are hired by and put with a company that provides security services.

Cleaner pay rate

Under the Cleaning Services Award (MA000022), Level 1 cleaners are paid $24.97 per hour (for full-time), $28.72 per hour (for part-time) and $31.21 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses in the contract cleaning services industry and their employees who come under this award’s job classifications.

Food and beverage attendant pay rate

Under the Restaurant Industry Award (MA000119), Level 1 food and beverage attendants are paid $23.46 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $29.33 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses in the restaurant industry and their employees that mainly sell food that is consumed at the premises, including restaurants, catering by restaurant, cafés, nightclubs, tearooms, roadhouses, etc.

Aged care worker pay rate

Under the Aged Care Award (MA000018), Level 1 aged care workers (direct care employee) are paid $28.60 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $35.75 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses and employees in the aged care industry that provide accommodation and care services in hostels, nursing homes, aged care independent living units, aged care services apartments, garden settlements, retirement villages and any other residential accommodation facility.

Event staff pay rate

Under the Amusement, Events and Recreation Award (MA000080), Introductory levels are $23.46 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $29.33 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses in the amusement, events and recreation industry and their employees who fit within the classifications of the award.

General Labourer pay rate

Under the Building and Construction General On-site Award (MA000020), Level 1 (CW/ECW 1) (level a) General Labourer working in the Construction industry are paid $24.60 per hour.

This Award is for businesses in the building and construction industry and their employees who fit within the classifications of the award including general building and construction, civil construction and metal and engineering construction.

Retail assistant pay rate

Under the General Retail Industry Award (MA000004), Level 1 retail assistants are paid $25.65 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $32.06 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses involved in the retail sale or rental of goods or services for domestic, commercial, or industrial use; however, it excludes some businesses that are covered by other awards, such as pharmacies, independent butcher shops, nurseries, motor vehicles, fuel, and parts.

Removalist pay rate

Under the Road Transport and Distribution Award (MA000038), Transport Worker Grade 1 employees are paid $24.78 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $30.98 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for businesses in the road transport and distribution industry and their employees who fit within the classifications of the award.

Receptionist pay rate

Under the Clerks – Private Sector Award (MA000002), Level 1 employees are paid $24.87 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) $31.09 per hour (for casuals).

This Award is for the employees who mainly carry out clerical and administrative work and their employers in the private sector.

Bonus

Hairdressers pay rate

Under the Hair and Beauty Award (MA000005), Level 1 hair and beauty staff are paid $25.65 per hour (for full-time and part-time employees) and $32.06 per hour (for casuals).

This award is for businesses in the hair and beauty sector, including independent hairdressers and businesses that offer services like manicures, body hair removal, or makeup application.

If you are unsure about your pay rate and would like to check it, here is a step-by-step guide on how to check your pay rate correctly in Australia:



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How to write a GTE letter for an Australian student visa?

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How to write your GTE letter for an Australian visa

GTE is one of the most important document when you are planning to apply for your studies in Australia and if you don’t get it right it could even lead towards the refusal of your student visa.

So in this article, we are going to give you a guide on how to write your GTE letter for an Australian student visa.

Let’s GO!

What is GTE?

GTE stands for Genuine Temporary Entrant.

GTE is a statement or a letter of your genuine intentions to study in Australia. This means that you have no purpose other than to study and get a quality education in Australia. Also, it is not intended to maintain your ongoing residency in Australia.

As per department of home affairs website, it is not a measure to discriminate against students who after completing their studies in Australia, develop their skills and become eligible to apply for permanent residency through their skilled program. So it is certainly not intended to exclude those students.

It is very important that this letter must be written by you and you only. It should not be written by any of your family members or friends or your migration agent, and it should always match your current level of English.

So, if you have scored only 6 each score in your IELTS test and your GTE statement includes a very high level of vocabulary and perfect grammar, it could make your case officer a bit suspicious about whether you have written this statement or not.

Ideally, you should be writing this letter in English, but if you’re not comfortable then you can write it in your native language and then submit a translated copy of that.

Factors involved in assessing GTE

Here are few major factors (as sourced from Department of Home Affairs website) that are used when assessing your GTE requirements.

Your circumstances in your home country

This includes information about

  • yourself,
  • your family members
  • your current ties in your home country
  • if there is any gap in your study and the reasons for that gap
  • reason for not studying the same course in your home country
  • and your financial situation in your home country

Your potential circumstances in Australia

This includes things like

  • if you have any relatives in Australia
  • your understanding and knowledge about the course that you’re planning to study
  • the fee structure of that course
  • the possible living arrangements in Australia
  • and the lifestyle in Australia

Value of the course to your future

That includes factors like

  • how relevant the course you’re planning to study to your previous study
  • how the proposed course or study will improve your skills or
  • how it could improve your future job prospects or your pay scale and
  • what could be the expected salary in your home country after completing your studies in Australia

Your immigration history

The factors include:

  • any previous travel history
  • any previous visa refusals for Australia or any other country
  • any previous visa cancellations
  • your travel history to Australia and
  • amount of time spent previously in Australia on a student visa

It is important to understand that there could be some other factors that could be looked at by the case officer when assessing your GTE requirements.

What is covered in GTE letter?

Before we explain the process of writing the GTE letter for your Australian student visa, please understand that GTE is a personal statement and it will certainly vary from one person to the other.

If I am writing a GTE letter for myself, it will only be valid for me and my circumstances and you should not be using any other person’s GTE as a template for yourself.

So, it is very important that you write your own GTE letter based on your circumstances. However you can certainly consider to include the information that we are going to discuss in this section.

It’s also very important to understand that there is no specific structure for writing this statement and you can certainly change these paragraphs as per your wish or as per your requirement or circumstances.

Now, let’s discuss on how to write your GTE letter for your Australian student visa.

Opening paragraph of GTE letter

This could include:

  • introduction about myself which includes my name my current location
  • information about my family and
  • my current studies or qualifications

Second paragraph of GTE letter

You could include:

  • what course you are planning to study
  • where you are going to study including the name of the university and the city
  • explanation to how this course relates to my previous study

Third paragraph of GTE letter

You could write down:

  • why you are planning to study this specific course
  • what sort of value this course brings to my career and future (e.g. better pay or better job position)

Fourth paragraph of GTE letter

You can talk about:

  • why you are choosing to study in Australia and not in any other country (e.g. lifestyle, etc).
  • what you would like to experience when planning to live in Australia for your studies
  • why you are not doing the same course in your home country and
  • why you are planning to the same course in Australia instead

Fifth paragraph of GTE letter

You could explain about:

  • how you are going to fund your studies in Australia (eg. you saving, loan or help from family)

Sixth paragraph of GTE letter

You could include:

  • your work experience in your home country (especially if you have worked already)
  • how long did you work for
  • what sort of job role you were doing and if
  • why you are leaving this job to study in australia (if you are currently employed)

Note: If you haven’t worked at all then you can certainly skip this part .

Seventh paragraph of GTE letter

You can talk about:

  • your travel history (especially if you have ever traveled to other countries or to Australia before)
  • how long did you stay and what type of visa you were on

If you haven’t traveled overseas at all, you can mention that in your letter as well.

Last paragraph of GTE letter

You can talk about:

  • your plans when returning home after completing studies in Australia (e.g. family ties, job or business commitment).

Want a free sample copy of GTE Letter for Australian student visa. Download it here.

Please be mindful that this is not a template. It is just a sample for you to review on how GTE letter looks like.

What documents you might need to submit along with your GTE?

Some of the documents you could submit along with your GTE letter for an Australian student visa include:

  • Academic transcript – It will provide an evidence of your current qualifications
  • Certificate – Previous study certificates.
  • Bank Statements – To provide evidence that you have enough funds to support yourself.
  • Asset Documents: some other asset documents like your house, jewellery, property etc.
  • Reference letters and a payslip – If you are working it could be great to have a reference letter from your current employer.
  • Tax Returns – A tax return that you lodged for the current or last year.
  • Job Offer Letter – Any job offer letter on your hand including salary and other benefits after completing the studies.
  • Study Gap Information – Explanations of reasons for any gap in your previous studies.
  • Business plans – if you are planning to start your own business after completing your studies in Australia.

Depending on your circumstances, there could be more documents that you could provide to validate your statements in the letter.

How long GTE letter should be?

From November 2022, Department of Home Affairs has provided clear guidelines that GTE statement should not be more than 300 words long with a maximum of 2,000 characters.

Previously, the department had a 2,000 character limit when completing your GTE statement online. But there was no maximum word limit.

So, students will need to make sure that they address the points mentioned above as briefly as possible and provide only relevant information.

Some additional tips on how to write a good GTE letter

Here are few extra tips to help you write a better GTE letter for your Australian student visa:

  • Write this statement as a story – As it is your personal story, so try to write it as a story so that the other person can understand who you are and what you are trying to achieve. Obviously the person who is going to read your GTE don’t know you much. So, they are going to read your story and try to see if you are genuinely interested in Australia or not.
  • Keep it simple – It is certainly not your English test. So make sure that you write this letter as per your English abilities, because the person who is going to read this GTE can easily pick it up if you have written it by yourself, or you have got some help from someone else.
  • Don’t stress too much about the grammar or the spelling mistakes – Ideally there shouldn’t be any but don’t stress too much about those things.
  • Keep your paragraphs short and sweet – Don’t write it into the big paragraphs. Try to write to the point. Maybe keep a maximum of 2-3 lines in each paragraph as no one likes to read a huge amount of text in one paragraph.
  • Be specific – Try to give specific examples then give generic ones. So, instead of saying that it will improve my skills, explain what type of skills the course you are planning to study could improve.
  • Be honest – It is important that you tell your story honestly in this GTE letter because the case offices can work out in few minutes that whether you’re telling them a truth or a lie.

Let us know your thoughts on this article in the comments below. Did you find it useful? If you are planning to study in Australia, then we also suggest you to download our free student guide from here.



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Is Australia a safe study destination for female international students

Is Australia a safe study destination for female international students?

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We have recently been asked about this question by one of the community members on our YouTube channel, that “Is Australia a safe study option for females?”

And we are sure that some other female international students could have the same question in their minds as well.

So in this article, we are answering that question.

Women Safety in Australia

Australia is a considered to be a safe country for women.

The country offers a high level of personal safety, and the living standard is pretty good. Australia has a well-developed economy and a stable political system.

Australia has made an effort to make the country more welcoming for women by promoting gender equality and fighting sexism.

The country has also taken steps to reduce sexual harassment in public spaces, such as on public transport or at nightclubs.

Public transport including taxi’s are very safe and reliable in Australia.

There are also specific welfare, domestic violence support, child care, skills development and other programs targeted towards female equality and women empowerment.

Statistics about Crime Rate, Safety and Life Quality in Australia

Here are some statistics about key statistics about Australia’s crime, safety and quality of life.

According to Global Peace Index, Australia is ranked 16th among 163 countries.

Australia ranks 80th in the Crime Index among 142 countries as measured and reported by Numbeo.

And when it comes to quality of life, Australia is ranked 8th ahead of Canada, New Zealand,, United States and United Kingdom (United Nations Human Index Report).

Both Sydney and Melbourne has been consistently ranked among Top 10 safest cities in the world as well. (The Economist).

The low crime rate in Australia is also a result of the country’s strict gun laws. In 1996, after the Port Arthur Massacre, Australia passed a law that prohibited all automatic and semi-automatic guns, as well as pump-action shotguns.

Other factors that make Australia safe includes: Stable economy, Low unemployment, Strong political system, Less corruption.

Tips to keeping safe in Australia as a female international students

While, Australia is a safe country, there are some common sense and other best practices you still need to follow. This section is about tips to keep you safe in Australia as a female international student.

  • Always be aware of your surroundings and avoid walking alone at night.
  • Always keep your belongings close to you
  • If you are going to drink, it’s best to do so with friends and stay in a group
  • You should also avoid wearing expensive items that show off your wealth or possessions because this may attract unwanted attention from people who could pose a threat to you
  • Avoid dark and secluded areas like parks and alleys
  • Keep emergency contact numbers handy
  • Be aware of natural threats in Australia including bushfires, floods, etc.

Conclusion

The article concludes that Australia is still one of the safest countries for women in the world.

Many female international students come to Australia solo and study by themselves without stressing too much about their personal safety.

That does not mean you should let your guard down and be completely careless.

But when considering studying abroad, this is one of the key factors that makes female students choose Australia over some other destinations.



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What is Secondary Education in Australia?

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Are you planning to do your secondary education in Australia?

It is a certainly a great pathway to enter Tertiary education with unmatched learning experiences.

This guide will give you a quick heads up on Australia’s secondary education system.

How does Secondary education in Australia works?

Secondary education in Australia is a stage of education that follows the completion of primary school. It is known as high school also.

Secondary schools offer students the opportunity to learn more about their interests and to prepare for their future careers.

You can choose to study in a public or private schools for your secondary education in Australia.

Secondary education in Australia starts from year 7 onwards and to complete and move to tertiary education, you will need to pass year 12.

Secondary education is divided into two stages in Australia:

  • Secondary school – Depending on the state, runs for 3 or 4 years (Years 7 to 10 or 8 to 10).
  • Senior secondary school – Runs for 2 years (Years 11 and 12).

Each state in Australia has a different set up for last 2 years of the study. But all the states will require you to take a test at the end of those 2 years in senior secondary education. Scores from those tests will help you determine your ranking in the year 12 across your state. This score plays a huge role in university placements.

How long is the school year in Australia?

Australian school year starts from late January until mid-December. There are 4 terms during the year.

Each term goes for 10 weeks and then there is school holidays in-between each term.

Generally, school timings are from 9 am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday.

You must apply few months before the start of the term in order to get your application approved and other visa requirements sorted.

What are the entry requirements for secondary education in Australia?

Like education system, entry requirements for secondary education in Australia varies from state to state.

However, some of the common entry requirements include:

  • Certificates of previously completed study
  • Previous academic performance
  • English test scores
  • Other non academic achievements
  • Homestay or guardian arrangements

How much it costs to do your secondary education in Australia?

As per the Australian government’s website, Study Australia, to do your school education in Australia as an international student, it would costs you anywhere $7,800 to $30,000 per year. It depends on the city, type of schools, year level, you are choosing to study.

It is important to note if you are under the age of 18, then you will need to also arrange welfare arrangements as well. For this, you will need to have a student guardian who will look after student’s need. It could be your parents, legal custodian, or relative over 21 years of age.

It is a condition to enter Australia for international students under the age of 18 years of age that they must have welfare arrangements sorted before arriving in Australia.

You can also choose to have Homestay option with local family to meet the guardian requirement.

So, consider these cost of living expenses of your guardian or Homestay as well along with your education costs also.

Top secondary schools in Australia

Based on Cluey learning’s ranking, here are the top 10 school for secondary education in Australia:

  1. James Ruse Agricultural High School – NSW
  2. North Sydney Girls High School – NSW
  3. North Sydney Boys High School – NSW
  4. Sydney Girls High School – NSW
  5. Sydney Boys High School – NSW
  6. Baulkham Hills High School – NSW
  7. Perth Modern School – WA
  8. Hornsby Girls High School – NSW
  9. Normanhurst Boys High School -NSW
  10. Sydney Grammar School – NSW

If you liked this article, then you should consider reading our guide on the Australian grading system.

Comment below about what education level you are planning to study in Australia?



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How to apply for a student visa fee refund (and Working Holiday visa holders refund)

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International students and working holiday visa holders have recently been given a special offer by Australian Government regarding the visa application fee refund.

It was announced by the Australian Prime Minister, Scott Morrison on 19th January 2022 that student visa holders arriving in the next 8 weeks and working holiday visa holders arriving in the next 12 weeks will be able to apply for a visa application charges refund.

So, in this article, we are going to look into step by step information on how to apply for this refund.

Step 1 – Check your eligiblity

It is important to note that not all student visa holders and working holiday visa holder will be eligible. There are some eligibility requirements that you must meet in order to apply for this refund.

Let’s look at Student Visa Holders eligiblity:

To eligible for a student visa fee refund:

  • you hold a valid Student visa (subclasses 500, 560, 570, 571, 572, 573, 574 or 575), and
  • you must arrive in Australia between 19th January 2022 and 19th March 2022

Now, Working holiday visa holders

Elgibility for working holiday visa holder include:

  • you hold a valid Working Holiday/Work and Holiday visa (subclasses 417 or 462), and
  • you must arrive in Australia between 19th January 2022 and 19th April 2022

The good thing is you can apply until 31st December 2022 for your refund, so you don’t need to rush to apply it right away after arriving in Australia.

Step 2 – Collect your documents you need to apply

In order to apply for this refund, you must have few documents handy. This include

  • Passport – For your personal details and passport number
  • TRN (Transaction reference number) – For confirmation of your visa. You can find this number in your visa grant letter or in immii account, if you applied visa online.
  • Bank Account or Credit Card details – For getting your refund back into your account

A quick tip for getting your refund quicker:

Provide your Australian Bank account rather than overseas bank account

Step 3 – Creating an account on immigration refund portal

For applying for this refund, you need to go to Department of Home Affairs’s Visa Refund Portal. You can go directly to the page for student and working holiday visa holder’s visa application charges here: https://studentandwhmrefunds.homeaffairs.gov.au/vrp

Here you can check further information on

  • your eligibility
  • how to claim
  • other useful information
  • getting help

You will need to create a new account here (unless you already have an account for refunds). For this, you will need to provide the following information:

  • Email account
  • Password
  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Password
  • Agreement to privacy policy and security statement

Once your account is created, then you will get a confirmation email for your registration. Make sure to validate your email using the link in email.

Then you will redirected to login using your email and password.

Step 4 – Complete your refund application

Once logged into your dashboard, you will be welcome with a screen title “Visa application charge refunds for students and working holiday makers”. Read the page and go to the bottom and click “Submit New Request”

After clicking submit new request, you will enter the “Visa Request Refund” page where you will need to provide the followin details and press submit after that:

  • TRN
  • Application ID
  • Visa Subclass
  • Entry Date
  • Given Name
  • Family Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Passport Number
  • Passport Country
  • Email address
  • Contact Number
  • Did you pay for your own visa
  • Bank account details
  • Agreement to terms and conditions

Step 5 – After submitting your refund application

After completing and submitting your application, you will recieve a confirmation email regarding your application recieved from the Department of Home Affairs.

Then you will need to wait for the outcome of the application.

Department of Home Affiars mentioned that they will process the refund as quickly as they can but it can vary based on the individual applications.

If your application is approved then you will recieve the refund back into your nominated back account.

However, if they refuse your application, then you can apply for a review within 21 days of a refusal.

You can read more about this here.

If you liked this content, then you might also want to read on 10 best casual jobs for student in Australia here.



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The Ultimate Guide to Valentine's Day in Australia for students

The Ultimate Guide to Valentine’s Day in Australia for Students

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We all know that Valentine’s Day is a day to celebrate love. It is not just an American thing. It is celebrated in many countries, including Australia.

If you are wondering why and how you should celebrate Valentine’s Day in Australia as a student, then read on!

What is Valentine’s day?

Valentine’s Day is celebrated on February 14th. It is a day for people to express their love to their loved ones. In 2024, it will be celebrated on Wednesday 14th, 2024.

This date has tradition behind it and is celebrated to remember the St. Valentine’s.

Check our Updated Valentines Day Gift Ideas here

The Origins of the Australian Valentine’s Celebration

The origins of Valentine’s Day in Australia are not very clear. It is believed to have started in the 19th century by the Irish Catholic settlers.

Although it is not a public holiday in Australia, there are chances that some businesses might be closed on the day.

It is a summer season during the month of February, so the temperature ranges from warm to hot.

How is it celebrated in Australia?

Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Australia with romantic dinners, cards, kisses and flowers.

There are many ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Australia. Australians usually celebrate it with romantic dinners, cards, kisses and flowers. You can also give your special someone a Valentine’s Day gift.

If you are struggling with what to get for your loved one, here are some ideas that might help

Gift ideas for Valentine’s Day in Australia

Check our Updated Valentines Day Gift Ideas here

What are some of the best gifts you can get on Valentine’s Day? Well, it really depends on your budget and the person you are buying for. But if you are looking for some ideas, here are a few suggestions that might help.

Gift Ideas on ultra tight budget ($30 or under)

If you are looking for some last-minute gifts, then this list of Valentine’s Day gifts under $30 is perfect for you!

Gift Ideas on low budget ($100 or under)

Gift ideas on mid to high budget ($1000 or under)

Gift Ideas for those who would like to do something special

  • A romantic dinner date at a 4-star restaurant: Book and dine a luxury dinner date with your valentine.
  • A romantic weekend getaway: Surprise your loved one by booking a romantic escape around Australia.
  • Expensive jewellery: Create a personalised necklace with their name on it.

Top 5 International Student’s Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

  1. Buy OSA ISIC card – Perfect for international students. Your Valentine will love you for buying a year-round offer and discounts they get with this card. Buy it here. Check our student deals page for more sweet deals.
  2. Buy Timezone credits – Entertain your valentine by buying a gift to play arcade video games, laser games, bowling. They have a special deal on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 February 2024 to get double credits. Buy $60 or $120 credits and get $100 or $200 credits. (Double the fun) Check the details here.
  3. Maskco -Try the unique and exotic Australian fragrances. We promise your valentine will love it. It’s that good. (Make sure to get Lychee and Peony as one of the fragrances). Current offer: Get 30% off + 1 MUSK Stick Refill. Buy them here.
  4. Give them box of food goodies – Many couples like to spend the night at home on this day, so cooking together can be fun (oops we are giving our Date ideas already). Why not order a box of meal kit delivered at your place to make things bit easier for yourself. Luckily, HelloFresh and EveryPlate are running an amazing deals for our followers. Get up to $210 off on your first 5 meal kit boxes with HelloFresh here. And EveryPlate is running a deal with up to $155 off for the first 6 boxes with price per serving starting from just $2.29.
  5. Gift card – Last but not the least, the easiest, laziest and a safe gift, get your Valentine a gift card. You can buy them at any retailer or online. If buying online, we suggest getting from Shopback as they have a Super Swap gift card that can be exchanged for 100’s of retailers. Sign up now to get $10 referral bonus to start.

Check our Updated Valentines Day Gift Ideas here

Affordable Valentine’s Day Date Ideas in Australia

Here are some affordable Valentine’s Day date ideas in Australia:

  • Stargazing: Choose an area far from the city lights, it could be your own backyard as well. Bring a blanket, chair, something to munch on and binoculars or telescope. Make sure to check the weather of your local city before deciding for this activity.
  • Picnic: Head toward your local park, beach or garden nearby and bring along some basic food like sandwich, fruits, cheese and drinks for a romantic picnic. Also pack up a picnic blanket, small table and something (like game) for entertainment.
  • Cooking Together: Choose a recipe that excites you both, buy ingredients and get cooking together. You can choose to do a full course menu or just the mains. Remember it is not much about the food but the experience of something you create together.
  • Scenic Walk: Great way to stay healthy and enjoying the company of your loved on a nature walk. Explore the local neighbourhood or nature trail nearby and share your stories or something interesting with your partner.
  • Movie Night In: Choose a genre of interest and watch something you both haven’t watched yet. Create a cozy environment and don’t forget to prepare some snacks like popcorns, nachos, drinks, etc.
  • Check out more date ideas on our Instagram page here.

Valentine’s Day Road Trip Ideas in Australia

Here are the Valentine’s Day Road Trip ideas in Australia you might consider to bring your Valentine Date to:

  1. Great Ocean Road (Victoria) – Without a doubt, this is one of the most popular road trip around Australia. It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach Torquay (starting point for Great Ocean Road) from Melbourne city. From Torquay, you can drive along with some breath taking scenery while visiting popular towns like Lorne and Apollo Bay. You can visit Twelve Apostle in a day trip as well but it is advisable to start your trip nice and early if visiting Twelve Apostle is a part of your agenda.
  2. Grand Pacific Drive (New South Wales) – Around an hour south of Sydney is one of the other popular coastal drive in Australia, Grand Pacific Drive. Stretching from the Royal National Park to Nowra, you will be driving through many coastal towns and breathing scenery as well. And who doesn’t like to drive on the iconic Sea Cliff Bridge.
  3. Blue Mountains (New South Wales) – Around 50 minutes drive from Sydney CBD, Blue Mountains is a popular tourist attraction and day trip for many Sydneysiders. You can explore scenic landscapes, three sister’s rock formation, scenic cable ride, Wentworth Falls Lookout in the area. You can enjoy a lunch or dinner in the local area or enjoy a cozy evening in a mountain retreat with your loved one .
  4. Gold Coast to Byron Bay (Queensland) – Drive down the Pacific Highway from Gold Coast to the picturesque coastal town of Byron Bay with your loved one. A 75 minute long drive is worth every penny. And the bohemian town of Byron Bay with stunning natural attractions, world class dining and shopping is a perfect backdrop to your Valentine’s Day.
  5. Barossa Valley (South Australia) – Travelling to South Australia’s Barossa Valley on Valentine’s Day seems like a non-brainer. Only an hour’s drive from Adelaide city means you can spend the entire day exploring the region known for its vineyards, gourmet food and insta worthy countryside scenery.
  6. East Coast (Tasmania) – Why not explore the beauty of Tasmania’s east coast on Valentine’s Day. You can explore Freycinet National Park, hike to Wineglass Bay, and feast on Tasmanian seafood in coastal towns like Bicheno and Swansea. You can do a quick
  7. Pinnacles Desert and Lancelin Sand Dunes (Western Australia) – Approximately 2 hours north from the Perth city, Pinnacles Desert is otherwordly attraction that is sure to impress anyone. You can stop by at Lancelin Sand Dunes for sandboarding experience on the way back.

Tips for Loving Long Distance this Valentine’s Day

These are some of the best long-distance relationship tips that you can follow for this Valentine’s Day.

  1. Be honest with your partner about how you feel
  2. Make sure to keep in touch with your partner as often as possible
  3. Keep the romance alive by sending gifts and cards to each other

We hope this article has helped you find your way to the perfect Valentine’s Day. Let us know how you would like to celebrate Valentine’s Day in the comments.



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