Information Booklet for Skilled Migrants www.rdamurray.org.au Page | 1 1. General Information a) Things to do before moving to Australia Moving and settling in a different country is a big decision you will have to leave your friends, relatives, local network group and move to a completely new area, where everything is different from the country you are coming from. You have to begin a new life which is a challenge in itself. So before moving to a country you need to decide which region or which area in that country is for you. b) Research Investigate as much as possible about the region where you are planning to move. Gather as much information you can about the region. You are moving to this region not only for job but you have to live here. Try to find information about the local community, lifestyle, cost of living, climate, schools for kids and stuff like that which will help you in settling in that region of your choice. c) Talk Try to make acquaintance with people living in that region or community and talk to them about the region and gather more information about the place. Talk to your fiends and relatives at home maybe one among them will have a friend in that region. Build your own network of friends as they will be able to help you. 2. Things to do first after arriving in Australia Below is a list of important things that you should do as soon as possible after arriving in Australia. a) Apply for a Tax File Number (TFN) Do this first. To receive an income in Australia, you need a Tax File Number (TFN). Income includes wages or salary from a job, payments from the government, and money earned from investments including interest on savings accounts. In Australia, you can telephone the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and have a TFN application form sent to you. Alternatively, you can apply for a TFN over the internet.
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1. General Information
a) Things to do before moving to Australia Moving and settling in a different country is a big decision you will have to leave your friends, relatives, local network group and move to a completely new area, where everything is different from the country you are coming from. You have to begin a new life which is a challenge in itself. So before moving to a country you need to decide which region or which area in that country is for you.
b) Research Investigate as much as possible about the region where you are planning to move. Gather as much information you can about the region. You are moving to this region not only for job but you have to live here. Try to find information about the local community, lifestyle, cost of living, climate, schools for kids and stuff like that which will help you in settling in that region of your choice. c) Talk Try to make acquaintance with people living in that region or community and talk to them about the region and gather more information about the place. Talk to your fiends and relatives at home maybe one among them will have a friend in that region. Build your own network of friends as they will be able to help you.
2. Things to do first after arriving in Australia Below is a list of important things that you should do as soon as possible after arriving in Australia.
a) Apply for a Tax File Number (TFN)
Do this first. To receive an income in Australia, you need a Tax File Number (TFN). Income includes wages or salary from a job, payments from the government, and money earned from investments including interest on savings accounts.
In Australia, you can telephone the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and have a TFN application form sent to you. Alternatively, you can apply for a TFN over the internet.
Apply for a TFN online visit this website http://www.ato.gov.au/
b) Register with Private Health Insurance As you are on a provisional visa you will not be entitled for any Government Benefits so it is a good to register with Private Health Insurance. Private health insurance funds may cover costs for your treatment as a private patient in private or public hospitals and can include some services such as dental care, most optical care and ambulance transport. If you wish to purchase private health insurance, it is important to compare different funds. The cost and type of cover can vary widely.
c) Open a Bank Account
In Australia, most income including salary or wages and government benefits are paid directly into a bank account.
You should open a bank account within six weeks of your arrival, as you usually need only your passport as identification. After six weeks you will need extra identification to open an account.
d) Enrol Your Children in School
Under Australian law, children must attend school until they are 15 years old. You should enrol your children in a school as soon as possible.
The education system in Australia is open to all people. It offers an opportunity for all age groups and levels of ability. You can get into any level of education if you have the entry requirements. If at first you do not reach the entry standard, then you can do other study to get to the standard. Help is available for all people who suffer disadvantage.
School is compulsory for all children aged between five and fifteen years. These ages may vary slightly in some states. The government provides public schools. Churches and other groups provide private schooling. Public schooling is free and users pay fees for
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private schooling. Note: Students holding temporary visas may be required to pay full school fees. Check with individual schools for details.
The positions in higher education have entry levels that students must achieve to get them. The people most likely to succeed get the positions first. Some students start when they finish school. Other students start study later as an adult.
Many employers provide training that helps their employees to do their job. You may do a study course for interest only. People living in Australia are encouraged to join in and gain more education throughout their life.
5. The Murray Business Skilled Migration Unit at Regional Development Australia – Murray (RDAM) will assist both employers and skilled migrants in the settlement process. Please contact RDA Murray for assistance.
a) What help do we provide? Do we help in finding accommodation and jobs? ‐ We can supply you with information which is on our settlement page, please have a look at the information on accommodation and jobs, if you have any further enquiries after looking at the information you can email me.
What kind of support do we offer for settlement and living in your region? – We do not offer support in any financial way, we are happy to provide you with local information but you must be aware that you will require funds to keep yourselves sustainable while you find employment. Because you are on a provisional visa you do not have access to any medical benefits so we suggest you look into private health insurance this information is on our settlement web page
Please make sure you have studied the information provided so you have more real expectations of the Murray region in Australia, also check out the rental properties and the price of food in Australia so you are well prepared as initially things can be hard whilst you establish yourselves in Australia. Also start looking at the job websites this may determine where you will live.
Accommodation: Please look at the page headed Amenities in Murray Region
Employment information: Please look at the page headed Amenities in Murray Region
Groceries: Australia is famous for its high‐quality fresh locally produced food products. To give you an idea of cost of living food prices in Australia visit the two biggest nationwide food retailer’s online grocery: Woolworths or Coles.
Shopping malls: To get an idea of the cost of items such as towels, sheets, kitchenware, toiletries and clothing visit the websites of department stores David Jones or Myer, Kmart and Target.
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Petrol (Gasoline): The Australian Automobile Association compiles figures on petrol prices and updates them regularly.
Cars: For information on new and second‐hand car prices and to see the range of manufacturers who sell in the Australian market look at www.drive.com.au.
Calculators: Use www.ozforex.com.au or www.yourmortgage.com.au calculators to get an idea of the cost living in Australia mortgage costs and currency exchange rates.
These are just estimated figures and not an exhaustive list of the expenses.
6. DVD helps migrants understand tax
Many taxpayers come from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For these Australians, understanding tax obligations can be a particular challenge.
The Australian Taxation Office has developed a new audio‐visual product that will help.
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Tax in Australia: What you need to know is available as a DVD and also on www.ato.gov.au (via "other languages") as an audio‐visual program.
Director of the ATO's Access and Diversity Unit Loc Trinh said the DVD communicated the benefits and responsibilities associated with the tax and superannuation systems in Australia.
"Such a resource is important to help migrants settle into their new home," Mr Trinh said.
Tax Commissioner Michael D'Ascenzo joined Assistant Treasurer Senator Nick Sherry to launch the DVD at the SBS headquarters in Artarmon, Sydney, on 5 August. The broadcaster's multicultural production division, SBS In Language, worked with the ATO to produce the DVD.
Mr D'Ascenzo acknowledged that people from diverse backgrounds could face particular challenges.
"This product will assist new migrants understand the tax and super systems — and how as valued members of the community they can share in the benefits they provide," he said.
The online audio visual file and DVD provides practical support and guidance to the community about their rights and obligations.
The DVD — the ATO's first audio‐visual communications product aimed at diverse audiences — introduces Australia's tax and superannuation systems, and gives basic information about the need and use of Tax File Numbers (TFN) as well as what people need to know when they start employment.
Taxpayers can order the DVD through www.ato.gov.au, by telephoning 1300 720 092 or by emailing [email protected] There is no charge for the DVD, which is available in 10 languages (all subtitled in English): English, Burmese (Karen), Mandarin, Korean, Dari, Dinka, Vietnamese, Arabic, Thai and Farsi.
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7. Accommodation
7.1 Temporary Accommodation
Limited temporary accommodation is available in the region; we would recommend staying at a caravan park in a self‐contained cabin or at Lorraine Lodge which offers a competitive weekly rate. The Destination Albury Wodonga website also has a good range of self‐contained accommodation.
Lorraine Lodge 586 East Street, Albury 2640 (Opposite the Albury Base Hospital)
Share fully equipped house with linen, blankets, towels and supplies. Access to shared Kitchen facilities includes fridge and microwave. Access to Laundry facilities including washing machine and dryer Room per night $50* Single Each additional person $15* per room (* Rate may change without notice)
For further information concerning Lorraine Lodge, please contact Administration at the Regional Development Australia ‐ Murray.
7.2 Renting or Buying
Homes in the region take advantage of our perfect climate and incorporate common design features such as open plan living, expansive glazing plus outdoor courtyards and entertaining areas. Whether you like sleek contemporary design or lean towards a period home in a tree‐lined avenue, it's here
For a comprehensive real estate listing and the latest properties for sale and rent in the region visit:
• www.domain.com.au
• www.realestate.com.au
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8. Essential Household Services
Whether you rent or buy, some household services that you may need to get connected are as follows. Try to give the providers a few days' notice before you expect to move to a new location.
Electricity Country Energy13 23 56 www.countryenergy.com.au »Integral Energy 13 10 81 www.integral.com.au »
TRUenergy 13 34 66 www.truenergy.com.au »
Origin Energy 13 24 63 www.originenergy.com.au »
Ergon Energy 1300 135 206www.ergon.com.au »
Gas Country Energy13 23 56 www.countryenergy.com.au »Westnet 13 19 60 www.westnet.com.au »
Dodo.com.au 13 16 02 www.dodo.com.au »
TRUenergy 13 34 66 www.truenergy.com.au »
Origin Energy 13 24 63 www.originenergy.com.au »
Telephone Telstra 13 22 00 www.telstra.com.au »
Optus 1800 550 318www.optus.com.au »
AAPT 13 33 37 www.aapt.com.au »
Internet Service Providers Telstra 13 12 82 www.bigpond.com »
Optus 1800 550 318www.optus.com.au »
AAPT 13 33 37 www.aapt.com.au »
9. Community and Health Services
Community and Health Services
• Community Directories • Greater Southern Area Health Service • Wodonga Regional Health Service • Private Health Fund contact details
How to make appointments with doctors and dentists
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There is a shortage of doctors in rural NSW and Victoria. You may have to contact a number of medical clinics before finding a general practitioner that is taking new patients.
Medical appointments are generally for 5‐10 minutes. If you think that your appointment will take longer than that time, please advise the receptionist so that a longer appointment can be made for you. A longer appointment will cost more money.
Appointments for a general practitioner usually cost around $50‐55 per appointment, longer appointments are more expensive. These fees are generally due up front, so you should not make the appointment unless you have the funds to pay for the appointment.
Appointments at medical clinics are usually between 9.00am and 5.00pm. Some clinics have emergency appointments available on Saturday mornings.
You should ensure that you are at least five minutes early for your first appointment, to complete the necessary information that the clinic requires to ascertain your medical history. You should also ascertain from the receptionist if the doctor is running on time, as there may be a delay in the doctor seeing you if medical appointments before you have run over time.
In most country medical practices, there are more than one general practitioner at each clinic. Sometimes doctors may call patients in for their appointment who arrived at the clinic after you ‐ that may be because your doctor is running behind time, and not a reflection on you.
If your matter is urgent and you cannot afford to go to the doctors or if it is after hours, you should contact the emergency department of your local hospital.
Your other option is to call Nurse On Call, a Victorian government health initiative which puts you directly in touch with a registered nurse for caring, professional health advice around the clock. You may need nurse on call when:
• you or someone you're caring for is feeling unwell • you are not sure if you should seek medical help • you're away from home or situated a long way from medical help • you simply want advice or information about health services in your area.
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www.health.vic.gov.au/nurseoncall/about.htm »
The Emergency Number in Australia is 000 for all emergencies including fire, police or serious accidents, injuries and severe illness or threat to life.
Only ring 000 for emergency, fire, police or ambulance. Calling 000 for non‐emergencies is illegal, dangerous and wastes community resources. Illegal or improper use of emergency phone numbers may result in fines or jail.
Medical specialists
If you require an appointment with a medical specialist, you will need to obtain a referral from a general practitioner first, which involves making an appointment with your general practitioner. If you are unsure if you need a referral, you should contact the medical specialist and ask if a referral is required. A referral is generally in the form of a letter that the general practitioner sends to the medical specialist on your behalf detailing relevant aspects of your medical history.
If you have a complaint or concern about the conduct or advice from a medical practitioner, you should contact the regulatory body. The regulating body for all doctors is the Australian Medical Association, and the contact details are:
Australian Medical Association ABN: 37 008 426 793 42 Macquarie Street, BARTON ACT 2600 PO Box 6090, KINGSTON ACT 2604 TEL +61 2 6270 5400 ∙ FAX +61 2 6270 5499 EMAIL [email protected] www.ama.com.au
Dentists
There is a shortage of dentists in rural NSW and Victoria. You may have to ring a number of dentists before you find a clinic that is accepting new patients.
You will need to pay for the dentists account up front. A gene ral check up costs around $60.00 depending on each clinic. If you are unsure of the amount, you should ask the receptionist before making the appointment.
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You should arrive at your first appointment at least five minutes early so that you can fill in a form to provide the dentist with your dental history, contact details and so on.
You may be referred to a specialist, called an orthodontist.
The regulatory body for dentists is the Australian Dental Association (ADA). Contact details for the Victorian and NSW branch of the ADA are:
As a major regional centre supporting a population base of more than 100,000 people, Albury‐Wodonga has developed an impressive education sector to rival the capital cities.
Within Albury‐Wodonga you will find a variety of public and private schools each committed to providing first class education to the region's students. The choice begins with 32 kindergartens, 16 public and eight private primary schools plus seven public and five private secondary colleges including one with boarding facilities.
The district's schools all feature large areas of play which include sporting fields, tennis, netball and basketball courts plus grassed playing areas and attractive courtyards. Along with this, encouraging and caring environments help to foster qualities and co‐operation, mutual respect and high self‐esteem.
Tertiary institutions include two universities and two TAFE campuses as well as a Continuing Education Centre, one of the largest independent adult education providers.
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Visit this NSW Public School Locator link to find the best school to enroll your children http://www.schools.nsw.edu.au/schoolfind/locator/
St Monica's Primary School http://www3.smwodonga.catholic.edu.au/
Victory Lutheran College Website »
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Mount Carmel Christian School Website »
Trinity Anglican College Website »
Albury Primary Schools Albury North Primary School Website »
Albury Public School Website »
Albury West Public School Website »
Scots School Website »
Border Christian College Website »
Thurgoona Public School Website »
Glenroy Public School Website »
Hume Public School Website »
Lavington East Public School Website »
Lavington Public School Website »
Springdale Heights Public School Website »
St John's Lutheran Primary School, Jindera Website »
St Anne's Primary School Email »
St Patrick's Parish School Website »
Trinity Anglican College Website »
Albury Secondary Schools Albury High School Website »
Border Christian College Website »
James Fallon High School Website »
Kandeer School (SSP) Email »
Murray High School Email »
Scots School Website »
Trinity Anglican College Website »
Xavier High School Website »
Wodonga Secondary Schools Albury‐Wodonga Community College Catholic College Website »
Mount Carmel Christian College Email »
Trinity Anglican College Website »
Victory Lutheran College Website »
Wodonga High School Website »
Wodonga Middle Years College, FelltimberCampus
Website »
Wodonga Middle Years College, Huon Campus Tertiary Institutions Charles Sturt University, Albury Campus Website »
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TAFE NSW ‐ Riverina Institute Website »
La Trobe University Albury‐Wodonga Campus Website »
Wodonga Institute of TAFE http://www.wodongatafe.edu.au/
Continuing Education Centre, Wodonga Website »
11. Employment
The Murray Region has emerged from its traditional rural roots to become one of Australia's fastest growing economic regions. Today our top 5 employment sectors are in the manufacturing, retail, education, health and professional service industries.
Click here for a list of local recruitment firms who might be able to assist you gaining employment in the region.
You may also find the following publication useful with regards to understanding the Australian Job market
Land that Job in Australia published by tribus lingua. You can order a copy from www.tlpublishing.com.au
• www.skilledmigrant.gov.au Use this site to register your interest in employment opportunities available in Australia under the Skilled Migration Scheme.
• www.doctorconnect.gov.au DoctorConnect has been produced by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing to provide a starting point for both overseas trained doctors (OTDs) who may be considering work in Australia and for employers seeking to recruit them.
• www.anmc.org.au Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council works with state and territory nursing and midwifery regulatory authorities (NMRA) in evolving standards for statutory nursing and midwifery regulation. ANMC administers the Migration Skills Assessment process for overseas trained nurses.
To have your skills assessed http://www.immi.gov.au/asri/ to gain further information on the assessment process and the relevant assessing authority for your particular skill/occupation.
12. Multicultural Agencies and Support
• City of Wodonga Community Directory »
13. Private Health Insurance Fund Contacts
Private health insurance funds and premiums for overseas visitors: • Australian Health Insurance (AHI)
Please visit the below link to find which Private Health Insurance best suits you. http://www.iselect.com.au/
14. Translating and Interpreting Service
The Australian Government, through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship, provides a Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) for people who do not speak English and for English speakers needing to communicate with them.
• TIS is a national service, and is available to any person or organisation in Australia requiring interpreting assistance.
• TIS is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and is accessible from anywhere in Australia for the cost of a local call.
www.immi.gov.au »
The Community Relations Commission For a multicultural NSW provides interpreting and translating services in more than 77 languages and dialects.
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Services are available to all Government departments and agencies, private and commercial organisations, community groups and individuals.
www.crc.nsw.gov.au »
15. Transport and Orientation
The Murray region is well serviced by a network of sealed roads, local and regional rail networks as well as a number of regional airports that service the region.
By Rail
• V/Line, Victoria's largest regional passenger transport operator www.vline.com.au or 136 196
• Address: Airport Drive, North Albury, NSW (approx 5km from the CBD) • Opening Hours: Check‐in counters are manned 90 minutes before and 30 minutes
after flight departure, and staff are available at these times to process bookings and changes.
• Parking: Car parking is free at Albury airport. • Taxi: Taxis depart from the front of the terminal. Albury Radio taxis can be called on
(02) 6025 2255. A trip to the CBD will take approximately 10 minutes.
Regional Express and Qantas Link fly to Sydney and Melbourne with several flights a day. Brindabella Airlines flies from Albury to Canberra twice a day.
To drive a motor vehicle in NSW and Victoria you must have a valid licence. You must also obey many road laws, which are available at your local VicRoads office. You should familiarise yourself with the road laws prior to driving a motor vehicle. If you contravene any road laws, you may incur a fine or a criminal charge against your name which may affect the status of your visa. Some basic laws are as follows:
• You should carry your driver's licence on you when driving a motor vehicle. • The motor vehicle must have a current and valid registration. (if you live in Victoria
go to Vicroads, if you live in NSW go to www.rta.nsw.gov.au • You should obey the speed limits. Speed limits are generally 50 km/h for residential
areas, 60 km/h for other areas and then on non‐residential roads, 100 km/h to 110 km/h.
• You cannot drink alcohol and drive if you are over the legal limit. For more information into safe consumption of alcohol whilst driving, you should visit http://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/Home/SafetyAndRules/RoadRules/Penalties/DrinkAndDrugDrivingPenalties.htm
• You should check with VicRoads for appropriate child restraints/seats if you have children.
• All occupants of a motor vehicle must wear safety belts in a car at all times.
This is not an exhaustive list of the laws that apply to motorists and you should contact your local VicRoads or RTA office to ensure that you are familiar with the laws in your state.
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Further, laws differ between States, so you should familiarize yourself with their laws before driving interstate.
16. Amenities in Murray Region
Albury – Wodonga
Employment Agencies
Adecco Temporary And Permanent Recruitment Shop 1, 611 Dean St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6022 5000 www.adecco.com.au [email protected]
Huon Personnel Pty Ltd Your Local Labour Hire Specialists Suite 1/ 175 Lawrence St Wodonga VIC 3690 ph: (02) 6056 9796 [email protected]
Personnel Employment 440 Wilson St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6041 1577 [email protected]
Australian Industry Group Training Services Apprenticeships And Traineeships PO Box 1183 Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6021 5722 www.aigts.com.au [email protected]
Kestrel Recruitment The People Hunters 9 Stanley St Wodonga VIC 3690 ph: (02) 6024 0230 [email protected]
Skilled Your Flexible Workforce Suite 7, 1st Floor, 539‐ 541 Kiewa St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6041 6723 www.skilled.com.au [email protected]
Summit Employment & Training Works For Me. 917 Chenery St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6025 1359 www.summit‐et.com.au albury@summit‐et.com.au
Staffpower Suite 2/1st Floor 494 Townsend St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6023 3777
ACE Workers 710 Young St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6023 2222
Aim Career Services Catalyst Recruitment Systems Limited
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PO Box 1268 Wodonga VIC 3690 ph: 0422 336 882
Suite 1 539‐ 541 Kiewa St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6041 6723
CVGT Training & Employment 504 Swift St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6022 0900
Drake Level 1, 490 David St Albury NSW 2640 ph: 13 1448
Hume Employment Service Limited 9 Stanley St Wodonga VIC 3690 ph: (02) 6024 0200
Huon Personnel Pty. Ltd. Suite 1, 175 Lawrence St Wodonga VIC 3689 ph: (02) 6056 9796
Impressions Career Services Suite 2/ 494 Townsend St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6041 6191
Knight Network PO Box 9259 South Yarra VIC 3141 ph: 0417 227 623
mp personnel and training 517 Spencer St Albury NSW 2640 ph: (02) 6041 6286
Real Estate Agents Ray White Real Estate 209 Anstruther St, Echuca VIC 3564 Ph: (03) 5480 1466 Merlo Rob Real Estate Echuca 144 Hare St, Echuca VIC 3564 Ph: (03) 5480 651 Century 21 Rich River Real Estate 128 Hare Street, Echuca VIC 3564
King Charles & Co 172 Hare St, Echuca VIC 3564 Ph: (03) 5482 2111 L.J. Hooker Echuca 466‐472 High Street, Echuca, 3564 Ph: (03) 5480 6922 Border Real Estate 226 Pakenham St, Echuca VIC 3564
Schools Corowa South Public School 158 Hume St, Corowa NSW 2646 Ph: (02) 6033 1535 Corowa Public School Honour Ave, Corowa NSW 2646 Ph: (02) 6033 1606 Corowa Kids Long Day Care Centre 93 Dawe St, Corowa NSW 2646 Ph: (02) 6033 0311
St Mary's Primary School 207 Federation Ave, Corowa NSW 2646 Ph: (02) 6033 1183 Corowa High School 69 Redlands Rd, Corowa New South Wales 2646 Ph: (02) 6033 1889 Corowa Pre‐School Betterment Parade, Corowa NSW 2646 Ph: (02) 6033 1934
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Deniliquin
Employment Agencies
Summit Employment & Training Works 360 Cressy St Deniliquin NSW 2710 ph: (03) 5881 8815
Murray Mallee Training Co Ltd 26 Napier St Deniliquin NSW 2710 ph: 1800 786 360
Real Estate Agents Gillies & Co Real Estate 69 Wellington St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5452 2766 Ian Howard Real Estate & Stock & Station Agent 85 King George St, Cohuna VIC 3568 Ph: (03) 5456 4130
Broad McDonald & Co 44 Victoria St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5452 1495 Charles L King Stock & Station Agents 7 Market St, Cohuna VIC 3568 Ph: (03) 5456 2214
Schools Cohuna Consolidated Primary School Mead St, Cohuna VIC 3568 Ph: (03) 5456 2361 Cohuna Secondary College Murray Valley Hwy, Cohuna VIC 3568 Ph: (03) 5456 2555 Kerang South Primary School Mitchell St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5450 3900 Kerang & District Preschool 2 Murray St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5452 1929 St Joseph's School Nolan St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5452 1426
St Mary's 51 King Edward St, Cohuna VIC 3568 Ph: (03) 5456 2062 Cohuna Pre‐School Centre Cohuna VIC 3568 Ph: (03) 5456 2933 Kerang Christian Community School 98 Wyndham St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5450 3894 Kerang Primary School Victoria St, Kerang VIC 3579 Ph: (03) 5450 3181
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Greater Hume Shire (Holbrook, Culcairn, Brocklesby, Bungowannah, Burrumbuttock, Gerogery and Gerogery West, Henty, Jindera, Morven, Walbundrie and Walla Walla)
Schools Holbrook Public School Albury St, Holbrook NSW 2644 Ph: (02) 6036 2021 Holbrook Children's Centre 62 Swift St, Holbrook NSW 2644 Ph: (02) 6036 2344 Henty Public School Sladen St, Henty NSW 2658 Ph: (02) 6929 3184 St Joseph's Primary School 8 Blair St, Culcairn NSW 2660 Ph: (02) 6029 8577 Billabong High School Gordon St, Culcairn NSW 2660 Ph: (02) 6029 8377 St Paul's Lutheran School Lyne St, Henty NSW 2658 Ph: (02) 6929 3323 Walla Walla Public School Commercial St, Walla Walla NSW 2659 Ph: (02) 6029 2253 Gerogery Public School Gerogery NSW 2642 Ph: (02) 6026 0514
St Patricks School Albury St, Holbrook NSW 2644 Ph: (02) 6036 2288 St Joseph's Primary School 8 Blair St, Culcairn NSW 2660 Ph: (02) 6029 8577 Culcairn Early Childhood Centre Federal St, Culcairn NSW 2660 Ph: (02) 6029 8654 Culcairn Public School Balfour St, Culcairn NSW 2660 Ph: (02) 6029 8385 Walbundrie Public School Walbundrie Rd, Walbundrie NSW 2642 Ph: (02) 6029 9004 Jindera Public School Dight St, Jindera NSW 2642 Ph: (02) 6026 3280 Burrumbuttock Public School Burrumbuttock NSW 2642 Ph: (02) 6029 3253
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Indigo Shire (Beechworth, Chiltern and Rutherglen)
Isik College Mildura 76 Madden Ave, Mildura VIC 3500 Ph: (03) 5022 0477
Moira Shire (Cobram, Numurkah Nathalia and Yarrawonga)
Employment Agencies
CVGT Employment & Training Specialists 48 Punt Road, Cobram VIC 3643 Ph: (03) 5735 4500
Goulburn Murray Group Training Ltd 36 Bank Street, Cobram VIC 3644 Ph: (03) 5871 2227
Accommodation
Royal Victoria Hotel 1 Mookarii Street, Cobram VIC 3644 Ph: (03) 5872 1009 Cobram Colonial Motor Inn Murray Valley Highway, Cobram VIC,3644 Ph: (03) 58721633 Charles Sturt Motor Inn 31 Mookarii Street, Cobram VIC 3644 Ph: (03) 5872 2777 Belmore Motor Inn
St Mary of The Angels Secondary College Chapel Street, Nathalia VIC 3638 Ph: (03) 5866 2222 Yarrawonga Primary School Tom Street, Yarrawonga VIC 3730 Ph: (03) 5744 3104 Yarrawonga Secondary College Pinniger Street, Yarrawonga VIC 3730
Murray Shire (Moama and Mathoura)
Accommodation Pastoral Hotel 26 Livingstone St, Mathoura NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3201 Red Gum Country Motor Inn Cobb Hwy, Mathoura NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3404 Willow Bend Riverside Holiday Cabins Picnic Point Rd, Mathoura NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3388 Mathoura Motel Cobb Hwy, Mathoura NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3404 Golden River Motor Inn 34 Meninya St, Moama NSW 2731 Ph: (03) 5480 9799
Tattersalls Club Hotel 32 Livingstone St, Mathoura VIC 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3208 Gulpa Retreat Tourist Park 32 Jones Street, Mathoura NSW 2710 Ph: 0427 580 904 Charleston House 20 Livingstone St, Mathoura VIC 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3536 Madison Spa Motel Resort 80 Meninya St, Moama NSW 2731 Ph: (03) 5482 3011 Old Charm Holiday Villas 1 Shaw St, Moama NSW 2731 Ph: (03) 5480 9532
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Schools Mathoura Public School Frome St, Mathoura NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5884 3314 Moama Primary School Moama NSW 2731 Ph: (03) 5482 1564
Rural City of Swan Hill (Lake Boga, Manangatang, Nyah, Nyah West, Piangil, Robinvale, Ultima and Woorinen South)
Employment Agencies
Altus Employment Services 153 Campbell St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 2933 Employment Works 226 Beveridge Street, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: 1300 306 311
Murray Mallee Training Co 335/339 Campbell St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: 1800 786 360
Accommodation
Best Western Swan Hill Resort 405 Campbell Street,, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 2726
Comfort Inn Campbell 396 Campbell St., Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03)5032 4427
Best Western Travellers Rest Motor Inn 110 Curlewis St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 9644 Golden Chain Australian Settlers Motor Inn 354 Campbell St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 9277
MacKillop College 53 Mc Crae St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 9771 Swan Hill North Primary School Chapman St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph:(03) 5032 4577 Swan Hill College Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: 03) 5032 9360
Swan Hill Specialist School 27‐33 Yana St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 3683 Swan Hill Primary School Gray St, Swan Hill VIC 3585 Ph: (03) 5032 1336
Towong Shire (Corryong and Tallangatta)
Accommodation Tallangatta Motor Inn 1 Akuna Ave, Tallangatta VIC 3700(02) 6071 2208 Tallangatta Lakelands Caravan Park Queen Elizabeth Dr, Tallangatta VIC 3700(02) 6071 2457
Tallangatta Hotel 77 Towong St, Tallangatta VIC 3700(02) 6071 2513 Victoria Hotel 2 Banool Rd, Tallangatta VIC 3700(02) 6071 2672
Sacred Heart Catholic School 111‐115 Hanson St, Corryong VIC 3707(02) 6076 1138 St Michael's School Queen Elizabeth Dr, Tallangatta VIC 3700(02) 6071 2386 Tallangatta Pre‐School Kindergarten Banool Rd, Tallangatta VIC 3700(02) 6071 2282
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Urana Shire (Urana, Boree Creek, Morundah, Oaklands and Rand)
Schools Urana Central School William St, Urana NSW 2645 Ph: (02) 6920 8005 Boree Creek Public School Namoi St, Boree Creek NSW 2652 Ph: (02) 6927 1478
Oaklands Central School Oaklands NSW 2646 Ph: (02) 6035 4290 Rand Public School Cowal St, Rand NSW 2642 Ph: (02) 6029 5228
Wakool Shire (Barham, Moulamein, Tooleybuc, Wakool and Koraleigh).
Accommodation Wakool Hotel 15 Cook St, Wakool NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5887 1116 Barham Club Motor Inn 1 Niemur St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2822 Swingler's Royal Hotel 2 Murray St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2014 Barham Caravan and Tourist Park 1 Noorong St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2553 Riverview on the Edward Balpool Rd, Moulamein New South Wales 2733 Ph: (03) 5887 5454
Golden Chain Colonial Hotel Barham 72 Murray St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 3099 Barham Country Roads Motor Inn 45 Thule St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: 1800 035 352 Barham Bridge Motor Inn 1 Murray St, Barham VIC 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2777 Barham Golden Rivers Holiday Apartments 21 Niemur St, Barham New South Wales 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2556 Tooleybuc Motel 43 Murray St, Tooleybuc NSW 2736 Ph: (03) 5030 5203
Real Estate Agents Trewin Murray River Real Estate Charles L King & Co
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14 Murray St, Barham VIC 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 1888 Bernard M Ryan & Co 3 Wakool St, Barham VIC 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2019
32 Noorong St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 1615
Schools Wakool Primary School Wakool NSW 2710 Ph: (03) 5887 1126 Tooleybuc Central School Murray St, Tooleybuc NSW 2736 Ph: (03) 5030 5422
Barham Pre School Kindergarten 49 Noorong St, Barham NSW 2732 Ph: (03) 5453 2308 Moulamein Primary School Brougham St, Moulamein NSW 2733 Ph: (03) 5887 5208
Wentworth Shire (Wentworth, Buronga, Gol Gol, Dareton and Pooncarie).