Frequently Asked Questions – Information

How much does Car Insurance cost? Factors affecting cost are type of financing, area where living, price of car, age of car etc. A $30 000 car will cost approximately $1200 per annum for insurance. The Green Slip which also needs to be renewed annually costs approximately $550 per annum. How much does Home Insurance cost? Factors affecting the insurance amount are age of home, suburb, price of house etc. A $500 000 house costs about $650 per annum for insurance. (This rate excludes house contents) What business networking opportunities exist? Most countries have a Chamber of Commerce promoting and assisting with business opportunities between their countries and within the local community. Do I need an International Driver’s License? If you are living permanently in Australia, you are required to obtain a valid Driver’s License within the first three (3) months of arriving in Australia. If you are here temporarily you may drive on your international license until it expires. Do I need private medical care? If you register for private medical within the first 14 days of arriving in Australia you have no waiting period for benefits. Did you know that the average South African family in Australia earns $90 000 per annum? Are you aware of the Tax Rates in Australia? Are you aware that of all small businesses set up in NSW, South African business owners rank third? To dial to South Africa: 0011 27 + area code + telephone number New Vocabulary: Naartjie is a Mandarin Green/ Red Peppers are Capsicums Evening Dinner is frequently referred to as Tea Tippex: White out or Liquid paper Biltong: Beef Jerkey Sea: Ocean The Network regularly arranges social functions for new migrants in Sydney. Please refer to the "News" page on this site.