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1 800 778 839 is an after hours emergency hotline for international students, their families, agents and homestay providers which is monitored and staffed by EQI officers.

https://eqi.com.au/for-students /1800qstudy

Education Queensland International (EQI)International Student Centres There are three International Student Centres in Queensland:

Brisbane - Education House, Floor 18, 30 Mary St, Brisbane, QLD 4000 Ph: (within Australia) 1800 316 540 (outside Australia) +61 7 3513 5301 E: [email protected]

Gold Coast - Hope Island Regional Office, Building C, Level 1, 340 Hope Island Ph: (within Australia) 1800 370 633 (outside Australia) +61 7 56566711 E: [email protected]

Sunshine Coast - Maroochydore Regional Office, Level 5, Mike Ahern Building, 12 First Avenue, Maroochydore Ph: (within Australia) 1800 411 644 (outside Australia) +61 7 5352 9283 E: [email protected]

Note: Students at schools in regional Queensland should contact Brisbane.

Safety TipsStay safe during your studies in Queensland. Please follow the safety tips below, so that your experience here will be one to remember.

Travelling at Night• Where possible, always travel with a group you know well.

• Stick to well-lit areas.

• Be alert at all times.

Travelling Alone• No matter what time of day, if you’re travelling alone, be alert to your surrounds.

• Do not play with any electronics (e.g. mobile phone) as they provide distractions.

• Stick to well-frequented places, and avoid dead-ends and poorly lit areas.

Money and Valuables• Always keep your money and any valuables in a safe location eg: zipped bag or backpack.

• Avoid carrying large sums of money

For more information see the Safety section of the Study Queensland website:www.studyqueensland.qld.edu.au/live/safety/

Emergency NumbersQueensland's Department of Emergency Services is unique in Australia. The agency provides services covering all phases of emergency and disaster management.Dial 000 in an emergency.Police, Ambulance and Fire RescuePolicelink (for non-urgent contact) 13 14 44Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000Surf Life Saving Queensland 3846 8000

Public TransportGetting around is easy. Queensland has a large network of buses, trains and ferries.

Brisbane - www.translink.com.au

Gold Coast - www.surfside.com.au

Sunshine Coast and Cairns - www.sunbus.com.au

Air train - www.airtrain.com.au

Another way to travel is via taxis. This service is more expensive than other transport options.

Black and White Cabs - 133 222

Yellow Cab - 13 1924 (Brisbane)

OSHC - Overseas Student Health CoverOSHC provides health insurance to all international students, as required by your visa. This does not include dental, optical or physiotherapy. Additional insurance must be purchased for these services.

There are many organisations in Queensland dedicated to health and wellbeing which provide health services to all.

For more information about OSHC please visit: https://eqi.com.au/PDFs/oshc-allianz-global-assistance-fact-sheet.pdf

Checklist – Before you arrive

Make sure you have the following handy:-

� Print out a copy of your arrival form

� Homestay address: _______________________________ _______________________________

� Homestay phone number: _______________________________

� Passport

� Visa – print out of your Visa Grant Notification issued by the Department responsible for Immigration

� Some Australian Currency

� Personal medication

Aussie Slang During your stay in Queensland you may hear some words that you can't find in the dictionary. Study these and try to use them in conversation with your friends.

Arvo – afternoon

Barbie – Barbecue

G'day – friendly Australian greeting, as in hello, shortened form of ‘good day’

Peckish – hungry

Snag – a sausage or a problem

Telly – television

Surf SafetyEvery year millions of people visit Australian beaches.

Please follow these five easy steps to ensure you have a safe day swimming at the beach.

1. Always swim between the red and yellow flags.

2. Read the safety signs.

3. Ask a lifeguard for safety advice.

4. Swim with a friend.

5. If you need help, stay calm and attract attention.

Enjoy the beach. Stay safe.The Beachsafe app is available for free for IOS and Android and can be downloaded from iTunes and Google Play.

Sun SafetyThe Australian sun is stronger than in many other parts of the world. To help reduce your exposure to the sun, please follow these steps.

• Wear sun protective clothing.

• Use SPF 30+ sunscreen.

• Wear a hat.

• Seek shade.

• Wear sunglasses.

www.sunsmart.com.au/sun_protection

Local LibrariesThere are over 300 public libraries throughout Queensland. Find one close to you at www.slq.qld.gov.au/visit-us/find-a-public-library

Joining the Library for Free You will need to show your student ID, proof of your current address and photo ID for proof of signature. If you are under 18 years of age, parents or homestay parents must provide their ID.

For more information visit:Brisbane: www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/ facilities-recreation/libraries/joining-the-library/index.htm

Cairns: www.cairns.qld.gov.au/library

Gold Coast: www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/library/

Sunshine Coast: www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/

Working In AustraliaInternational students can work a maximum of 40 hours per fortnight when your course is in session and unlimited hours when your course is not in session. Note: You cannot undertake work until you have started your course in Australia. Please consult your school prior to making arrangement in relation to part-time work. There are further restrictions depending on your age.

To work in Australia you need to obtain a Tax File Number (TFN). For information on how to obtain TFN visit www.ato.gov.au or call 132 861.

UniversitiesAre you planning on studying at a university in Queensland? Discover the internationally regarded local universities, Australian universities and the wide range of subjects they offer for students.https://www.universitiesaustralia.edu.au/

Things to do With a coastline stretching more than 7400km, there are plenty of beaches, theme parks and cinemas to enjoy. Join a sporting club or simply go sightseeing.

Whatever you want to do, Queensland has an answer!

For information on sporting clubs in your community, visit: www.communityguide.com.au/community.cfm?/queensland/cat/sportingclubsFor a Queensland Events Calendar, visit www.eventsqueensland.com.au

Queensland has many attractions for you to see and do, for a comprehensive list of these, or to search for restaurants or cinemas, visit www.visit-queensland.com.auAlternatively, visit the Tourism Queensland Website for tourist information - teq.queensland.com.auTalk to your international coordinator for more information on your local area.

Street Mapswww.whereis.com.au

WeatherWant to know what the weather will be like tomorrow or next week? Visit www.bom.gov.au

Student VisaAll international students who are studying in Australia must comply with their student visa conditions. The Department responsible for Immigration and Border Protection (DIBP) provides services relating to student visas. For information about student visas and renewal, www.immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-finder/study

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EventsDate Time Event Web link

Brisbane Welcomes International Students choosebrisbane.com.au/study

Brisbane City Council brisbane.qld.gov.au/

Open Day – Australian Catholic University

acu.edu.au/student_experience/student_life/experience_uni_before_you_start/Open_Day

Open Day – Bond University bond.edu.au/future-students/study-bond/see-yourself/open-day

Open Day – CQ University cqu.edu.au/calendar

Open Day – Griffith University griffith.edu.au/open-day

Open Day – James Cook University (JCU) jcu.edu.au/openday

Open Day – Queensland University of Technology (QUT) qut.edu.au/study/events/qut-open-day

Open Day – The University of Queensland (UQ) future-students.uq.edu.au/open-day

Open Day – University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) usc.edu.au/connect/open-to-the-public

Open Day – University of Southern Queensland (USQ) usq.edu.au/openday

The Queensland Art Gallery qagoma.qld.gov.au

Brisbane Festival brisbanefestival.com.au

Study Queensland studyqueensland.qld.edu.au

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR EQI STUDENTS AND THEIR PARENTS

Accommodation and Welfare eqi.com.au/for-students/my-welfare

Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act Student Factsheet

https://internationaleducation.gov.au/Regulatory-Information/Pages/Regulatoryinformation.aspx

EQI Standard Terms and Conditions eqi.com.au/apply-now/terms-and-conditions

EQI's Policies and Procedure: eqi.com.au/for-students/policies-procedures

Getting Settled eqi.com.au/for-students/getting-settled

Queensland School Holidays

Public Holiday

2020 - Year 12 students finish on 20 November, Years 10 and 11 students finish on 27 November

2021 - Year 12 students finish on 19 November, Years 10 and 11 students finish on 26 November

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EQI Holiday Adventure ProgramsEQI students can turn their school holidays into exciting Aussie adventures filled with discovery. EQI Holiday Adventure Programs are a safe way for international students to travel and sightsee during their EQI program.

Students may be able to: snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef and cuddle a koala in Cairns; see famous sights of the city, Blue Mountains and Bondi Beach in Sydney; visit Uluru and watch the sunset over the magnificent landscape of Central Australia; experience the many beautiful places along the East Coast of Australia. For current tours, please visit https://eqi.com.au/for-students/holiday-adventure-program

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