These eight things you should pay attention to when studying in Australia will make you feel more at ease.
I. Personal and property safety
If international students are out at night, try to take public transport or travel in groups. Don't use your mobile phone all the time on the road. On the one hand, sometimes wearing headphones will lead to ignoring traffic safety, on the other hand, it may be targeted by thieves. If you are in danger, call 000 immediately. I hope the students trust the police. Some students think that it is paid to ask the police to investigate the case. In fact, the police service is free.
Australia is a safe country, but because international students are generally young and inexperienced in the new environment, they may sometimes become targets of criminals. Therefore, international students must pay attention to the surrounding environment. We advise foreign students not to wear handbags and jewels that are too conspicuous and expensive. If you leave alone at night, you'd better let other friends know your location in advance, and finally confirm whether you get home safely so as to call the police in case of emergency.
Second, traffic safety.
Australia is a country that drives on the left, contrary to China, so China students need to remind themselves that they should look to the right before crossing the road. Although this is a small matter, it is very important. No matter walking or driving, international students need to keep a sense of road safety at all times to avoid traffic accidents.
Third, swimming and fishing are safe.
Australia has a beautiful natural environment, but dangers coexist. It is suggested that students, especially freshmen, pay attention to the signs of swimming places and listen carefully to the guidance of the staff in the places. Swimming together is very important, and friends who have problems can help you in time. In Australia, you must be careful of fierce rapids. No matter how good your swimming skills are, the rapids will take you deeper into the ocean. Generally speaking, lifeguards at the seaside will advise everyone to swim in a safe zone. If you enter the dangerous area on the beach, they will tell you, so be sure to follow their instructions.
When swimming at the seaside, remember to swim between two flags indicating a safe area.
Fourth, the safety of outdoor activities
The scenery in Australia is so beautiful that it can even distract you sometimes. If you are outdoors, you must be alert to the surrounding environment to avoid unnecessary dangers. Be sure to travel with friends and take care of each other. Especially when taking pictures on cliffs or mountainsides, if there are signs, you must be in the designated fence. Be careful that the stones on the cliff may slide down or the stones under your feet are unstable.
The website of StudyNSW (www.study.sydney) has relevant information specifically for security issues, and the website is available in 7 languages, including simplified Chinese. In addition, students can download the Chinese version of the safety guide and other resources before going out.
Verb (abbreviation of verb) rent problem
Australia has perfect laws to protect the rights and interests of tenants, including a large number of international students. Lease laws vary from state to state. You can find specific information on the official website of your city government.
These tips can help you rent a house smoothly and get a deposit when you check out:
1. Read the lease contract carefully before renting to make sure you understand the whole contract and accept all obligations.
2. Fill in the house condition report carefully and accurately.
3. Photograph the condition of the house, especially the damaged part, and send it to the rental agent. If the house is found damaged during the inspection, directly ask the landlord for repair.
Make sure you pay the rent on time.
6. Try not to lose your house key.
7. Try to keep the house clean and tidy during renting.
8. If you want to check out, give the corresponding notice in advance.
9. It is reasonable for the room to have normal and ordinary wear and tear.
10, set aside cleaning time before checking out, and hire a professional cleaning team if necessary.
Intransitive verb economic fraud
Redfern Law Center in Sydney provides free legal advice to international students in New South Wales while protecting their privacy. When students need legal advice and assistance, they may wish to seek the help of these institutions.
There is no legal institution in Australia that can directly search the account number and other information you need to pay by phone or email, unless you have established a corresponding relationship with them in advance. If someone contacts you and claims to collect money from official institutions, you must first verify their identity. The simplest trick is to ask them for a public service number. You can call them back later, and then you can search online to see if this number is the contact information of a legitimate organization. Once you have confirmed this, call them and discuss what they need.
Seven, the problem of working.
Australia's labor protection laws are very perfect. International students are often easily squeezed by employers because of their lack of experience and desire for work. It is very important to know your rights as an employee. You'd better know these rights from the Fair Work Committee in official website before you go to work, and use the "Payment and Terms" tool on the website to calculate your due remuneration and rights. You can also call 13 1394 for more information.
Eight, physical and mental health
If foreign students find that negative emotions are bothering them, they should consult the school as soon as possible. The school has various psychological counseling and service institutions to solve problems more effectively. The school is the best object for foreign students to rely on and ask for help when they encounter difficulties, but students need the opportunity to help the school.